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Good morning, Bismarck. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of August.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • 3andME, a mobile coffee shop that serves wraps and frappes, opened a new shop in Gateway Mall—partnering with Riverstone Church to boost foot traffic. Owner Rachael Howard said the shop offers drinks now and will add a full food menu in a couple of weeks.  KFYR-TV

CRIME NEWS

  • A North Dakota man was arrested on Sunday near Mandan when deputies responded to a call about a man who resembled Michael Brown—the suspect in the fatal Anaconda shooting that killed four—only to identify him as Robert Rinehart who said he was delivering meth to Sioux County and had four bags on him + he now faces charges for possession with intent to deliver and unlawful drug paraphernalia.  KFYR-TV
  • Three Bismarck residents have been accused of drug trafficking after a home search revealed over 5 pounds of cannabis, hundreds of vapes, and some cocaine.  Bismarck Tribune

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Hundreds of students left Sertoma Park with backpacks full of school supplies like notebooks, pencils, glue sticks, and pens at Back-to-School-a-Palooza. The event—hosted by the Sacred Pipe Resource Center with local schools and nonprofits—also offered free haircuts, immunizations, and booths warning about the dangers of tobacco and vaping.  KX News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Bismarck city and Burleigh County leaders met Tuesday evening to talk about the city’s extraterritorial area—where city rules affect nearby rural homes—and hear residents’ concerns about building limits and fees. They will meet again soon to work on changes that may ease rule differences and lower costs for stormwater repairs.  Bismarck Tribune
  • The Department of Defense finalized an agreement to raise Project ULTRA's contract ceiling to $100 million — increasing the previous $18 million cap to boost unmanned aerial systems and counter-drone technologies. The funding expansion will help connect North Dakota’s growing drone research with military and commercial expertise as federal budget debates continue.  KX News

HEALTH NEWS

  • North Dakota Health and Human Services has released a 10-year Cancer Control Plan to lower cancer deaths and improve care by boosting early detection and prevention. The plan urges residents to get free screenings and follow healthy habits—like staying active and eating well—to lower their risk.  KX News
  • Governor Kelly Armstrong declared National Health Center Week from August 3—9 to honor providers who care for people when they most need help. The proclamation highlighted five health center organizations that serve over 36,000 people at 27 sites and contribute more than $100 million in economic impact across the state.  KX News
  • Medical marijuana patients can now buy edibles as of Aug. 1 following a rule change that allows low-dose gummies and lozenges with strict safety and packaging standards—manufacturers expect products to hit shelves by late August or early September. The update also extends medical marijuana card validity to two years and permits telehealth appointments for initial certification.  KX News

REAL ESTATE NEWS

  • In Bismarck, average monthly rent increased from about $950 in 2015 to $1,465 in 2025 while staying within federal affordability guidelines since households spend roughly 22% of their income on housing. In Mandan, the median sale price dropped 12.1% to $288,000 in February and homes sold in about 63 days in a competitive market.  KX News

EVENTS

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  • 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.

    Tue, 8/12/25

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  • 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.

    Wed, 8/13/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 8/14/25

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  • Vendors Needed for Maleah Cares Talk Show

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

    Thu, 8/21/25

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