Saturday, October 12th, 2024

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Good morning, Bismarck. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Josh Ficek triumphs in skills competition at the 13th Annual Snow Fighter Roadeo, showcasing superior heavy equipment operation among local public works departments. City of Bismarck
- ➤ Two Korean War veterans from North Dakota were granted honorary high school diplomas in recognition of their service before completing their education. KX News
- ➤ Steve D. Scheel, who significantly expanded the family-owned Scheels sporting goods store, will be honored with North Dakota's highest citizen honor, the Theodore Roosevelt Rough Rider Award. Bismarck Tribune
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Bismarck woman, previously convicted for her nephew's death but had her conviction overturned, plans to change her plea at a scheduled hearing. Bismarck Tribune
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Sierra is launching its second North Dakota store in Bismarck's Hay Creek Shops with a festive grand opening featuring a DJ and giveaways, alongside a charitable $10,000 donation to Great Plains Food Bank. KFYR-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Dakota National Guard troops are rotating to support ongoing wildfire containment efforts after a challenging week battling the state's largest fires. KX News
- ➤ North Dakota's pheasant hunting season opens with a call for hunters to exercise caution amid elevated wildfire risks and includes safety guidelines to prevent fires. KX News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Bismarck-Mandan MPO has initiated a project with Quality Engineering Solutions to inventory the condition of regional roadways using advanced mobile data collection technology. City of Bismarck
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Two organizations in North Dakota join forces to offer therapeutic horseback riding to individuals with cerebral palsy, improving their mobility and emotional well-being. KX News
SPORTS NEWS
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ND Wedding Experience Fall Show
Experience the finest wedding and home-based vendors at the ND Wedding Experience, featuring a keynote presentation by wedding industry expert Terrica.
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Bullets and Broadheads Event and Raffle at Nishu Bowmen Club
Experience a night of fun with raffles, games, and a silent auction featuring premium merchandise from top brands.
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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Coldplay on Strings
Experience the magic of Coldplay's music arranged for strings in an enchanting candlelit setting at the North Dakota Heritage Center.
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Shrek The Musical at Bismarck Event Center
Experience a hilarious fairy tale adventure with vibrant characters and a whimsical score in this captivating musical based on the beloved DreamWorks film.
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13th Annual Bucks for Bras Benefit Event
Celebrate the fight against cancer at the 13th annual Bucks for Bras Benefit Event, featuring local community support and fundraising activities.
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50th Annual Central Dakota Gem & Mineral Society Rock Show
Experience a captivating display of gems, minerals, and fossils, along with engaging demonstrations and a talk by renowned climate researcher Dr. Allan Ashworth.
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Fit 4 Victory - Community Color Run
Experience a fun and vibrant non-competitive 5K color run aimed at raising funds for Fit 4 Victory.
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Women's Cornhole League Night
Ladies league!! Sendit 24/7 in Mandan ND (next to culvers) has a Wednesday night blind draw cornhole bracket for beginners to come and try it out! This league is ladies only but your significant other can come and throw bags on the other lanes, try the axe throwing, dart boards or machines in Chuckers bar! Sendit has cornhole leagues you can join Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday every week!!! All play levels are welcome, check it out on Facebook at: Back It Up Baggers -or Sendit 24/7 Cornhole
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Black Jacket Symphony Presents Led Zeppelin's IV
Experience the iconic music of Led Zeppelin performed live by the Black Jacket Symphony at the Belle Mehus Auditorium.
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35th Annual Cystic Fibrosis Turkey Trot
Join us for the most fun race in Bismarck/Mandan! This Thanksgiving morning tradition is a major fundraiser for the Cystic Fibrosis Association of North Daktota
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