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Friday, August 16th, 2024

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Good morning, Bismarck. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of August.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Westbound Century Avenue was closed on August 14, 2024, between Washington Street and Ithica Drive because of an embankment slide.  City of Bismarck

CRIME NEWS

  • The Burleigh County Sheriff’s Department is alerting the public to phone scammers impersonating officers, demanding payment for non-existent arrest warrants.  KFYR-TV

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Light of Christ Schools in Bismarck, N.D., reported a significant increase in enrollment as they opened with a celebratory atmosphere, marking the first school system to start the new academic year.  KFYR-TV
  • Saint Mary's Central High School in Bismarck celebrates its largest freshman class on the first day back to school, with optimism for the year ahead.  KFYR-TV

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Bismarck, North Dakota faces significant cleanup efforts after unprecedented storms and a landslide, with public works crews working tirelessly to manage the aftermath.  KFYR-TV

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • North Dakota's Tax Office processed 137,000 applications for the Primary Residence Credit, a part of the state's tax relief efforts with a high participation, aiming to extend benefits.  KFYR-TV
  • Nathan Anderson, with over 25 years in the industry and a background in geology, has been unanimously chosen as the new director of the North Dakota Department of Mineral Resources.  KFYR-TV

SPORTS NEWS

  • Garrett Roth is named the new head coach of the Bismarck Bobcats, succeeding his long-time friend Layne Sedevie, and expresses excitement about returning to the team.  KFYR-TV

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Preschool Discovery Hour at Gateway to Science

    Experience hands-on learning and exploration with your preschooler at this engaging, free program designed for young learners and their favorite adults.

    Wed, 9/11/24

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  • NDNA Annual Meeting and Fall Conference 2024: Prairie Horizons

    Experience a comprehensive conference aimed at addressing key challenges and opportunities in nursing, featuring expert panels and discussions on evidence-based practices.

    Thu, 9/12/24

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  • The Empowered Caregiver: Supporting Independence Workshop

    Learn how to support individuals with dementia in maintaining their independence while ensuring safety through practical strategies and meaningful activities.

    Sat, 9/14/24

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.

~ George Bernard Shaw

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