North Dakota Highway Patrol reminds drivers to use headlights in low-visibility conditions
North Dakota – The North Dakota Highway Patrol reminded drivers on March 3, 2026, that using daytime running lights alone may not make vehicles fully visible in low-visibility conditions. Officials shared photos taken that morning in Mandan and later near Steele at 4:30 PM, showing…
Bismarck Citizen Academy visits Veterans Memorial Public Library
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Citizen Academy visited the Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library on Thursday to learn more about the services the library provides to the community. City officials noted that the library helped residents check out more than 632,000 items in 2025 and…
Bismarck begins crack sealing on city streets starting March 5
Bismarck, N.D. – The City of Bismarck announced that its Street Division will begin crack sealing on various roads and streets throughout the city starting Thursday, March 5, weather permitting. The maintenance effort is expected to continue for several weeks. Officials said crack sealing is…
Tickets available for 2026 Bismarck Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast supporting Crisis Care Chaplaincy
Bismarck, N.D. – Tickets are now available for the 2026 Bismarck Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast, set for May 20 at the Bismarck Radisson Hotel. Single tickets are $25, with half tables priced at $250 and full tables at $500. Proceeds from the event benefit Crisis Care…
NDHP presents Saved by the Belt Award to man for life-saving decision made nearly a year earlier
North Dakota – The North Dakota Highway Patrol recognized Jeffrey Gross on February 24, 2026, with the Saved by the Belt Award for a decision that saved his life nearly a year earlier. On April 14, 2025, Gross was driving westbound on I-94 in Stutsman…
Governor Armstrong approves GPS monitoring expansion for transitional facilities
North Dakota – The North Dakota Emergency Commission, chaired by Kelly Armstrong, unanimously approved funding to expand the use of GPS monitoring bracelets for all residents of transitional facilities across the state. The move is aimed at strengthening real-time supervision and enhancing public safety. The North…
Citizen Academy cadets visit Bismarck Water Treatment Plant to learn about utility operations
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck ND City Government marked the start of the second half of its Citizen Academy program with a behind-the-scenes look at the city’s water infrastructure. Cadets traveled to Bismarck’s Water Treatment Plant to learn about Utility Operations, often referred to as…
Bismarck Police recognize community partners for supporting first responders during emergencies
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Police Department is recognizing several local organizations for their continued support of first responders during lengthy and demanding emergency incidents. In a message shared Tuesday afternoon, the department extended appreciation to Crisis Care Chaplaincy, American Red Cross – North Dakota/NW…
