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Friday, December 5th, 2025
Good morning, Bismarck. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The North Dakota Department of Commerce announced funding for Native American-owned small businesses on Thursday, Dec. 4 through the Native American Small Business Support Program. Awards range from $10,000 to $600,000 for business needs, and applications must be submitted by Jan. 13. KX News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bismarck State College has begun its search for a new president as faculty and community members set criteria that value leadership experience + practical skills over a doctorate, and the process is underway. Bismarck Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Dakota’s Game and Fish Department announced that the river otter trapping season closed on Dec. 4 after reaching its 30-otter harvest limit. Only ND residents, limited to one otter per trap, took part. KX News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Earlier this week, a district court judge ruled underground carbon dioxide storage unconstitutional, prompting Lignite Energy Council President Jon Fortner to warn that the decision adds uncertainty for carbon capture projects — raising concerns about reliable, affordable power during harsh winters. KFYR-TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Huckleberry House on River Road will attend a civil hearing today to contest an eviction notice after its landlord demanded over $85,000 in unpaid fees; an attorney said unnotified DOT bridge repairs limited parking last summer and imposed hardships risking job losses before the holidays. KX News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tanner Purintun becomes the new girls' head coach after two years as athletic director and looks to build a fresh culture with a young Mandan team (his past as a state championship-winning coach guides his style) as the Braves open their season today at Grand Forks Red River. KFYR-TV
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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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Candlelight: Tribute to Adele
6:30-7:45 p.m. — Russell Reid Auditorium - North Dakota Heritage Center — Tickets required — Experience a mesmerizing tribute to Adele performed by Listeso String Quartet in a candlelit ambiance.
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Bismarck Bobcats Hockey Game
7:15-8:45 p.m. — VFW Sports Center — Check for ticket prices — Catch the exciting action of the Bismarck Bobcats in junior ice hockey.
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