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Tuesday, November 11th, 2025
Good morning, Bismarck. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Veterans and families gathered at the capital building on November 10 to mark the Marine Corps' 250th birthday—cutting a cake with an officer’s sword and sharing it between the oldest and youngest marines. The event also honored select veterans with custom quilts and included an appearance by former president Teddy Roosevelt. KX News
- ➤ This evening, KX Conversation discussed the annual Veterans Day feed at Elk's Lodge—an event honoring those who served—and featured guests Steve Schwan and Mark Thompson, with the feed scheduled for tomorrow. KX News
- ➤ Badlands Search & Rescue marks seven years of service since its founding by Travis Bateman in September 2018. The volunteer group grew into a vital resource for search and rescue operations with over 18,000 social media followers and plans to expand its training and rescue readiness further—ensuring better support for future cases. KX News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ NDDEQ extended the Section 319 funding deadline to December 1 due to the federal shutdown (the final extension) to help fund projects that reduce water pollution from runoff. The funds support local conservation, education and cost-share programs to protect water resources. KX News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wayne Trottier grew up in Cavalier during the 1960s and served as a chaplain's assistant in the Army instead of being sent to Vietnam. He later served six sessions in the Legislature & now works as Chaplain for the AmVets Honor Guard, sharing his deep faith with others. KX News
- ➤ North Dakota Game and Fish warn deer hunters to be cautious on frozen ponds—ice may look safe but can be unstable due to overnight temperature shifts and uneven thickness near shores. Hunters are urged to avoid cracks, pressure ridges, and slushy areas on small bodies of water to prevent accidents. KX News
- ➤ Senator John Hoeven is pushing his 'Crack the Code 2.0' initiative to double oil production and extend the life of coal-fired power plants by using enhanced oil recovery technology—he secured $12 million in federal funding and is seeking up to $50 million more while working with rural electric cooperatives. KX News
- ➤ The Spirit Lake Nation launched a food voucher program today for enrolled tribal members facing a SNAP pause — distribution began at the local SNAP office at 2:30 p.m. after a one-hour delay due to technical issues. KX News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The FDA issued a recall of two ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula lots—206VABP/251261P2 and 206VABP/251131P2—after linking them to 13 infant botulism cases reported since August, and no cases have been found in North Dakota. Parents and caregivers are urged to throw away any product on hand and seek care if a baby shows signs such as constipation or poor feeding. KX News
- ➤ Gov. Kelly Armstrong designated Nov. 10 as NET Cancer Awareness Day in North Dakota to raise awareness about neuroendocrine tumors—rare cancers that can be life-threatening without early treatment. The observance calls for better cooperation among healthcare providers, patients, and the public to improve diagnosis and treatment. KX News
- ➤ Bismarck veteran Andrew Horning, who served in Iraq, started a discussion group at AmVets to help veterans facing mental health challenges caused by a shortage of providers — he formed the group after reading The Warrior’s Guide to Insanity that changed his outlook. The group meets every second and fourth Saturday at 10 a.m. to give veterans a place to share their struggles. KFYR-TV
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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.
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Holiday Pizza Bash
4-6 p.m. — Bismarck Event Center — Enjoy a festive evening sampling pizza and holiday-themed fun for the whole family.
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62nd Annual Joint North Dakota Water Convention and Irrigation Workshop
December 9-11 — Bismarck Hotel & Conference Center — Registration required — Explore water management and irrigation practices at North Dakota's premier water convention.
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