Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of September.
Good morning, Bismarck.
🎭 Culture
Devon Headdress — a MHA member from North Dakota — uses social media videos to answer questions and spark conversation about Native American culture.
His work encourages community engagement with cultural heritage.
📰 Economy
Jon Godfread, ND Insurance & Securities commissioner, spoke at the North Dakota Residential Resiliency Roundtable this morning in Bismarck to warn that early talks on rate resilience may help limit a forecasted 26% jump in insurance costs.
He advised homeowners to shop around for competitive quotes.
🎓 Education
Gateway to Science started its STEM Adventure Mini Camps on Monday, Sept.
21, at its Bismarck center + offering hands-on STEM activities for local students.
Parents and families visited Gateway to Science for $3 admission yesterday as part of a new partnership with KX News.
Gateway to Science hosts Worldwide Day of Play on Saturday (1-3 p.m.) with yard games and rock pollinator activities.
A new program is training rural high school students in firefighting skills using virtual lessons + in-person drills.
The initiative offers an early pathway for students exploring firefighting careers.
🌲 Environment
Harvest season is underway as southwest North Dakota faces a tough drought that stunted spring wheat, corn, and soybean growth — late August rain helped some crops but yields remain low.
Farmers hope wet autumn days will boost soil moisture for next season.
🏥 Health
Puklich Chevrolet in Bismarck and the Department of Health and Human Services will host a car seat checkup on Sept.
26 (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.) for Child Passenger Safety Week; families must book appointments ahead.
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