Yard waste collection site at Riverwood golf course parking lot to close temporarily for resurfacing
Bismarck, N.D. – The City of Bismarck announced that Yard Waste Collection Site #2, located at the Riverwood Golf Course parking lot at 725 Riverwood Drive, will be temporarily closed on July 29 and 30, 2025. The closure is necessary to allow for resurfacing of the…
North Dakota expands public alert system with new alerts for missing endangered adults
Bismarck, N.D. — The Bismarck Police Department and North Dakota Highway Patrol are raising awareness about updates to the state’s public alert system, including the launch of two new alerts designed to help locate missing endangered adults. The new alerts will take effect on August…
Two seriously injured in rollover crash south of Valley City as driver faces felony charge
North Dakota – Two men were seriously injured in a single-vehicle rollover crash early Tuesday, July 22, 2025, on County Road 21 near the intersection with 43rd Street SE, just south of Valley City. According to the North Dakota Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at…
Progress continues on East Century Avenue project in Bismarck
Bismarck, N.D. – The City of Bismarck has announced significant progress on the East Century Avenue reconstruction project, with traffic now moving on new concrete in the area between Stonewall Drive and Roosevelt Drive. According to a city update, three out of five paving sections…
Water line repairs prompt temporary closures and detours on Avenue C and surrounding streets
Bismarck, N.D. – Avenue C at Hannifin Street is scheduled for a full closure beginning Tuesday, July 22, 2025, to allow for water line repairs. The closure is expected to last two days. During this period, motorists will be directed to use a detour route…
North Dakota Highway Patrol recruits complete OC spray training
Oklahoma – The North Dakota Highway Patrol recently conducted Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) spray training for their recruits. As part of the exercise, the trainees were sprayed in the face and then had to continue with a simulated arrest, overcoming the discomfort caused by the spray….
Bismarck Human Relations Committee to honor humanitarian award winners at July 22 city meeting
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Human Relations Committee announced the recipients of this year’s Humanitarian Awards, recognizing individuals and organizations making significant contributions to the community. This year’s honorees include Lauren Zent, who will receive the Youth Award for her advocacy and dedication to individuals…
North Dakota DOT to hold public input meeting on long-range transportation plan
North Dakota – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) announced it will host a public input meeting on Monday, July 21, from 4 to 7 p.m. CT at the DoubleTree Hotel in West Fargo. The meeting aims to share information and gather feedback from…
North Dakota Highway Patrol announces leadership promotions in Bismarck
North Dakota – The North Dakota Highway Patrol officially promoted Captain Adrian Martinez and Lieutenant Evan Savageau on July 15 in Bismarck. Captain Martinez has been appointed as the new captain of administrative services, while Lieutenant Savageau will serve as the director of the Training Academy,…
Medora Business Loop project to bring traffic pattern changes ahead of presidential library opening
Bismarck, N.D. – Drivers traveling through Medora can expect several traffic pattern adjustments in the coming weeks as work progresses on the Medora Business Loop and City Section infrastructure project. Beginning the week of July 14, the newly constructed roundabout will open for full use,…
