Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of August.
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🏘️ Community
Papa's Pumpkin Patch in Bismarck opens for its 41st season on September 8, offering a variety of produce and family-friendly activities through October 19.
Bismarck Emergency Management invites residents to test a damage survey tool until September 1, following a tornado watch, to enhance disaster response.
Bismarck officials approve exploration of a community triage center to tackle homelessness by addressing behavioral health issues, which could ease the burden on police and hospitals.
🚧 Accidents
Tornadoes in the Dakotas derailed 43 empty coal cars near Steele with no injuries or hazardous material involved, amid severe weather conditions.
🚨 Crime
Derick Wilkinson, facing murder and assault charges in the death of his girlfriend on the Forth Berthold Indian Reservation, waived his detention and preliminary hearings.
A Bismarck man previously convicted in a meth case faces new charges for possessing meth with intent to distribute, found during a motel room search.
Corbin Lampert received a life sentence without parole for the fatal shooting of 16-year-old Taryn Hohbein at a Bismarck party in June 2023.
🌲 Environment
Indigenized Energy and the Northern Plains Tribal Energy Coalition aim to promote energy sovereignty among tribes at the 27th Annual Tribal Leaders Summit.
🎉 Bismarck 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Clays Against Cancer Flurry Format Event
Experience a fun-filled annual shooting event that supports the Bismarck Cancer Center through proceeds.
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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