Good morning, Bismarck.

A 47-year-old Tennessee man was arrested on Wednesday near Bismarck with 100 grams of fentanyl powder after a traffic stop — his bond was set at $100K.

The North Dakota Council on the Arts (NDCA) awarded $119,500 in grants to 68 artists across 36 communities for its Folk and Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Program, which funds four- to ten-month apprenticeships offering instruction, supplies, and travel to preserve traditions like Ojibwe storytelling, Sioux cape making, Norwegian rosemaling, and Bhutanese drumming.

Rachel Grossman from the Bank of North Dakota shared tips on securing financial aid for college in a report published August 28 in Bismarck—her guidance helps parents navigate the high cost of higher education.

Bismarck City is celebrating ongoing improvements as Mayor Schmitz leads the 'Simplify, Streamline, Serve' initiative to boost efficiency, accessibility and service across departments—upgrading technology, streamlining online systems and introducing new services such as bulk pickup for residents. These efforts use modern software and new workflows that promise to save time and improve service delivery citywide.

Warm and dry weather helped crews work on South Third Street where lanes were reduced for patchwork concrete and new ADA crosswalks; City Engineer Gabe Schell said work may finish sooner than the planned October 10 completion date as a one-day shutdown is planned near Front Avenue for more repairs.

The North Dakota Department of Commerce launched the Global Talent Office Grant Program to help employers recruit and integrate legal immigrants and New Americans into the workforce.

The program offers funding to eligible businesses and community organizations—applications will be accepted online on a rolling basis until June 30, 2027.

North Dakota Health and Human Services will mark International Overdose Awareness Day on Aug.

31—joining global efforts to honor lives lost and to promote prevention and recovery. HHS advises people to act quickly when they see signs of an overdose and to use naloxone—available over the counter and at public health units—to reverse the effects until help arrives.

Bow hunters in Bismarck will start deer archery season tomorrow at noon—however, they must wait for their tags to arrive in the mail before hunting.

Wildlife supervisors reported that even with fewer deer in recent surveys, moisture has improved the habitat so mature deer may be found in tighter areas.

After the first week of sports, officials reported that high school participation is at an all-time high and more community members are volunteering to officiate games.

School leaders are stressing sportsmanship and good behavior—for both players and fans—to ensure that officials, many of whom are former athletes, are respected as they support the ongoing seasons.

FARMS to Table 2025

5:30-9 p.m. — North Dakota's Gateway to Science — Free entry — Celebrate Indigenous food traditions with a four-course meal curated by local chefs and learn about sustainable agriculture.

Amy Grant Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Bismarck Event Center — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the music of the iconic Amy Grant as she shares her journey through pop and Christian music.