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Bismarck
Thursday, August 29th, 2024
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
- ➤ Kindred and LaMoure-Litchville-Marion lead in North Dakota's latest Class A and 9-Man football rankings, respectively. KFYR-TV
- ➤ Marauders Quarterback Sofian Massoud, with a diverse football background from New York to Texas, aims for improvement in his second year at the University of Mary. KFYR-TV
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Unknown
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