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Tuesday, December 31st, 2024
Good morning, Bismarck. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In 2024, Bismarck faced challenges with the Event Center leadership and public encampment bans, while Mandan celebrated the opening of a new high school and elected a new mayor. Bismarck Tribune
- ➤ North Dakota Game and Fish recognized outstanding employees and officers for their exceptional service and dedication to wildlife and fisheries management. KX News
- ➤ The Bismarck Marathon has contributed over $28,000 to various local charities and groups to support youth wellness and community development. KX News
- ➤ Bismarck and Mandan city offices, landfills, county and state offices, public schools, and post offices will be closed for New Year's Day, with adjusted garbage and recycling services. Bismarck Tribune
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The state capitol hosted a public menorah lighting ceremony to celebrate Hanukkah, featuring speeches by Governor Armstrong, Attorney General Drew Wrigley, and Chabad Rabbi Yonah Grossman on spreading light and kindness. KFYR-TV
- ➤ The North Dakota Heritage Center and Museum showcases rare historical items in the 'There's a Story in There' exhibit, highlighting North Dakota's historical significance through art. KX News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The North Dakota Public Service Commission has approved Otter Tail Power Company's rate increase request, leading to a $13.1 million net increase and an average 6.18% higher bill for customers starting in the first quarter of 2025. KX News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A federal judge permitted 13 Republican-led states to join as co-defendants in a lawsuit filed by the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe against the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers over Dakota Access Pipeline operations. Bismarck Tribune
- ➤ Southern North Dakota and the Standing Rock Reservation are potentially eligible for federal support to expedite electric transmission projects to improve grid reliability and energy access. Bismarck Tribune
- ➤ The North Dakota Supreme Court is considering a policy to outsource court transcript preparation to AI vendors, raising concerns among stenographers about job security and accuracy. KFYR-TV
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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