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Good morning, Bismarck. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • ➤ Divide Avenue will be closed for paving from August 29 to 30, 2024, with westbound traffic detours via 11th and 4th Streets.  City of Bismarck

CRIME NEWS

  • ➤ A Detroit man was sentenced to over 8 years in prison for trafficking fentanyl and meth in North Dakota as part of a scheme involving the distribution of drugs through the postal service.  Bismarck Tribune

ECONOMY NEWS

  • ➤ The USPS plans to slow down mail delivery in rural areas, like North Dakota, to save $3 billion annually, potentially delaying deliveries by a day.  KFYR-TV
  • ➤ Local business leaders in Mandan, ND, are driving efforts to transform Bismarck and surrounding areas into a small business growth hub through initiatives like One Million Cups and The Innovation Barn.  KFYR-TV

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • ➤ North Dakota faces its first detected emerald ash borer threat, prompting Bismarck to enact a decade-old contingency plan to prevent the pest from decimating its ash tree population.  KFYR-TV
  • ➤ A North Dakota court dismissed a landowner group's lawsuit against state carbon storage project laws due to statute of limitations, without addressing the lawsuit's substantive claims.  Bismarck Tribune

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • ➤ North Dakota's Health and Human Services department is criticized for mismanagement of funds, failure to remove children from abusive situations promptly, and inadequate safeguarding of controlled substances, as found in a state audit.  KFYR-TV

HEALTH NEWS

  • ➤ Jonathan O’Konek, a Bismarck attorney, writes inspiring children's books drawing from his son's health battles with Hirschsprung’s disease to help other children and families navigate similar challenges.  KFYR-TV

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

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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.

    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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  • Apple Jam Celebration at Buckstop Junction

    Experience a day of music, food, and community spirit while raising funds for the Bismarck Cancer Center at Apple Jam.

    Sun, 9/22/24

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  • Preschool Story Time at Bismarck Veterans Memorial Library

    Experience a delightful story time designed for children aged 3-6, featuring engaging books, puppets, and songs.

    Wed, 9/25/24

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  • Clays Against Cancer Flurry Format Event

    Experience a fun-filled annual shooting event that supports the Bismarck Cancer Center through proceeds.

    Fri, 9/27/24

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  • Annual Luminary Walk at General Sibley Park

    Experience a magical evening filled with light, warm cider, and a pumpkin carving contest in a dog-friendly atmosphere at General Sibley Park.

    Sat, 9/28/24

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