Good morning, Bismarck.

Bismarck firefighters rescued six pets from a house fire, acting quickly to secure the animals.

AAA reported the national average for regular gasoline dipped below $3 per gallon, with North Dakota prices lower—regular gas costing $2.64; projections indicate prices will continue falling through the end of 2025 & into 2026.

Game and Fish has opened a three-year watercraft registration cycle from Jan.

1, 2026 to Dec. 31, 2028. Fees are $30 for motorboats under 16 ft and canoes, $45 for motorboats 16–under 20 ft, and $60 for boats 20 ft or longer — registrations include a $15 aquatic nuisance fee.

The ND Department of Transportation will bring back ND Sober Ride to offer discounted Lyft rides from Friday, Dec.

19 to Jan. 1, giving riders $10 off when they use Lyft code (VZWINTER25) as part of its Vision Zero effort to reduce road injuries.

Governor Kelly Armstrong will coach the Bismarck Larks – rebranding as the Dakota Ditch Chickens for one game – on July 15.

This marks the first time a sitting governor manages a baseball team and celebrates North Dakota’s ring-necked pheasant conservation.

Bismarck State College football coach Chris Stutzriem shared his vision for the reinstated program after a 40-year break during a one-on-one interview yesterday.

He outlined his plans for building a competitive team ahead of the upcoming season.

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.

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.