Good morning, Bismarck.

Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library is set to open on July 4 next summer near Medora in the rugged Badlands to honor the president's legacy with exhibits and public programs.

Library boosters have raised $344 million so far and expect the center to attract visitors from local areas like Theodore Roosevelt National Park — a unique draw for the region.

Airports in North Dakota set a new record for September boardings as more than 103,000 passengers flew out of eight commercial airports last month.

Minot had a 10% increase from last September, and year-to-date totals reached nearly 993,000 boardings + the record marks a milestone in state air travel.

Deer gun season will begin at 12 p.m. CT on Nov.

7 as over 42,000 licenses are issued to help rebuild the herd with improved habitats—official Bill Haase noted whitetail numbers are slow to recover while mule deer remain steady.

The North Dakota Highway Patrol has posted Halloween safety tips for trick-or-treaters and drivers, urging kids to look both ways, wear bright costumes, and travel in groups, while drivers are asked to be extra cautious.

It also released a Lyft discount code (VZHALLOWEEN25) available from October 30 to November 1 that gives ten dollars off rides to help discourage impaired driving.

The West swept the Class A cross country championships today as the Bismarck High boys won their third state title by a 41-point margin and the Williston High girls clinched their win with four top runners.

Star runners Owen Hintz (15:27.8 with a 25-second finish) and Ruby Ihmels (winning by over one minute) led the teams.

No. 8 North Dakota defeated the Indiana Sycamores 46-17 on Saturday, keeping them undefeated in conference play.

Their quarterback threw five touchdowns—four by air and one on the ground—while the team prepares to face South Dakota in Vermillion next week.

The No. 1 Bison defeated the No. 2 Jackrabbits 38-7 in the Dakota Marker Rivalry as backup quarterback Luke Marble struggled after starting quarterback Chase Mason was sidelined due to injury — the win improved NDSU’s record to 8-0 and the team will face Youngstown State next week in Fargo.

Youthworks 40th Anniversary Celebration

11 PM – 1 AM — 930 N Griffin St, Bismarck, ND — Ticket required — Celebrate 40 years of Youthworks making a difference in the lives of youth across North Dakota.

16th Annual Bismarck Christmas Show 2025

Nov 21-22 — Bismarck Event Center — Free entry — Explore over 250 booths featuring unique handmade gifts and festive treats from local artisans.