Good morning, Bismarck.

Volunteers sorted donated food at the Civic Center yesterday for the American Legion’s Open Your Heart campaign and will gather this morning to deliver over 300 food totes to families in need across the area.

Bismarck firefighters have handed out toys to children at Sanford Hospital for 15 years as a cherished Christmas tradition, bringing holiday cheer to families facing tough times.

Donated gifts include Lego sets, stuffed animals and Barbies — a gesture that lifts spirits and brightens the season for those in need.

Uni Uni bubble tea opened last month along South 3rd Street near Kirkwood Mall in the former Starbucks location.

The shop serves handcrafted bubble tea and smoothies with fresh ingredients and is open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

The US Army Corps of Engineers released the final environmental impact statement for the Dakota Access Pipeline, which sets stage for a record of decision in early next year and approves the easement to cross Lake Oahe — state officials praise the move for upholding energy security for our community.

Bismarck city offices, landfill, and hazardous waste center will close at noon Wednesday, Dec.

24 and remain closed Thursday for the Christmas holiday; garbage and recycling collections will follow a revised schedule with Thursday’s gold route picked up Friday.

Bismarck High juniors Julia Araujo and Cambree Anderson raised the profile of girls wrestling after Araujo's win at the Ironman Tournament last weekend, moving to second while Anderson is sixth nationally.

They train together daily and push one another to reach new heights in the sport.

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.