Good morning, Bismarck.

A study by Suzuki Law Offices found that fatal bicycle accidents cost North Dakota $14,177 per 1,000 residents and a total average of $11,050,000 from 2020 to 2023, despite only three cyclist fatalities out of 267 crashes.

The report warns that even minor increases in fatalities can burden the state’s economy (calling for enhanced road safety measures).

North Dakota local governments are finalizing their 2026 budgets as they prepare to implement a tax system change that will raise the primary residence credit to $1,600 and cap annual property tax increases at 3%—county leaders say the changes may force rural areas to seek new revenue sources.

Two weeks ago, a DOT chip sealing project on I-94 between Bismarck and Mandan caused heavy traffic—DOT has now postponed the remaining work to next construction season without setting an official start date.

The FDA has approved 16 novel drugs, 44 first generics, and 8 biosimilars in 2025 so far—novel and biosimilar approvals are slightly behind last year while first generics lead the numbers.

A new rule began on May 27th that lets more medications, like statins and erectile dysfunction pills, switch from prescription to over-the-counter use.

A Zillow-based ranking shows North Dakota cities with the priciest homes — Fargo tops the list with 11 cities and Bismarck holds five spots — as the average U.S. home value reached $367,369 in June and 30-year fixed mortgage rates at 6.75% on July 17 push buyer costs higher.

AAPNAC Resident Assessment Coordinator Certification Workshop

Aug 12-14 — Courtyard Bismarck North — Member Rate: $777, Non-Member Rate: $996 — Enhance your clinical assessment skills and earn the RAC-CT credential in this comprehensive certification workshop.

Evening Exploration at ND's Gateway to Science

6-8 p.m. — North Dakota's Gateway to Science — $14 Non-members | $9 Members — Discover hands-on science and enjoy immersive planetarium shows just for adults.

Brew at the Zoo

6-9 p.m. — Dakota Zoo — $40 members, $45 non-members — Sample local brews and enjoy a unique tasting experience at the zoo.

Vendors Needed for Maleah Cares Talk Show

7-10 p.m. — Bismarck, ND — Showcase your products during an uplifting talk show highlighting inspiring stories.