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Saturday, August 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Bismarck. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Three people were injured on I-94 when a pickup truck pulled into the median to turn around in front of a van carrying the Mayville State University Golf team in Burleigh County Friday evening—both drivers and one passenger were taken to a nearby hospital and the crash is under investigation. KFYR-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Bismarck Police explain that if a child is missing, parents first call friends and family before filing a report that goes to an investigator who can use parental cell phone data; school resource officers also help track down runaways. In North Dakota, 11 kids went missing with nine found while six new cases were added to the Missing Persons website—officials stress the process differs for juveniles compared to adults. KFYR-TV
- ➤ In 2024, North Dakotans lost over $14 million to scams and the FTC logged 3,127 fraud cases with a median loss of $479—Johnathan Walton was defrauded of nearly $100K by a neighbor posing as an Irish heiress and now warns residents to check offers closely. KX News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bismarck native Kennedy DeLap, crowned Miss North Dakota, will travel to Orlando for the six-day Miss America 2026 Competition starting Sept. 6 — a step that follows her busy schedule of local events and media interviews. She has attended community fundraisers and dog walking events — showing her strong commitment to journalism and the environment. Bismarck Tribune
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ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ NDDEQ reported that discoloration along the Missouri River is likely caused by a natural tree product—samples collected at the Mandan boat landing ruled out oil, petroleum hydrocarbons, and blue-green algae, and the agency will continue to monitor the river. KX News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ River Road near the railroad bridge will be reduced to one lane starting on Labor Day, September 1, for one week as bridge work proceeds—traffic in both directions is still allowed—with signal trailer controls. City of Bismarck
- ➤ Dr. Lauren Huddle, a board-certified forensic pathologist, began leading the state forensic examiner’s office on July 8 and will help county coroners investigate suspicious deaths—filling a year-long gap after Dr. Barrie Miller resigned in April 2024. KFYR-TV
- ➤ Bismarck mobile homeowners have until Sept. 1 to apply for a $1,600 primary residence tax credit—this window is set to give them the credit upfront since they pay property taxes early, and next year, all homeowners will need to apply from January through March. KFYR-TV
- ➤ North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department will host the International Mountain Bicycling Association’s Trail Care School from September 2nd to 5th in Bismarck to educate local trail partners on sustainable trail design and maintenance (including hands-on field training near Chief Looking’s Village). The program will offer classroom workshops and practical guidance on modern trail construction, drainage, and assessment techniques. KX News
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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.
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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.
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