Sunday, August 18th, 2024
Good morning, Bismarck. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bismarck's Public Works Department is soliciting community feedback on residential garbage collection due to fleet upgrades to side-loading trucks. KFYR-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A motorcycle accident on North 4th Street in Bismarck resulted in serious injuries to one individual. KFYR-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ North Dakota's high school graduation rate surpasses the national average at 90%, attributed to initiatives like attendance coordination and choice-ready programs. KFYR-TV
- ➤ North Dakota's K-12 education system's future, including school choice models, is being discussed in private meetings, excluding some lawmakers and the public. Bismarck Tribune
- ➤ The Bismarck-Mandan area schools are launching the academic year with a new high school in Mandan and a reduced fine arts program in Bismarck due to staffing issues. Bismarck Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Dakota introduces minor regulation change for the 2024-25 furbearer hunting and trapping season, aiming to protect the Turtle Mountain region's American marten population. KFYR-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ An Oliver County Commissioner who voted against CO2 storage rules and did not disclose a lease option with Summit Carbon Solutions acted legally, as determined by a state's attorney. Bismarck Tribune
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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.
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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.
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The price of greatness is responsibility.
~ Winston Churchill
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