North Dakota governor Kelly Armstrong makes major workforce agency leadership change just before retirement deadline
Bismarck, N.D. – Gov. Kelly Armstrong announced the appointment of Workforce Service Director Phil Davis as interim executive director of Job Service North Dakota following the upcoming retirement of current Executive Director Pat Bertagnolli on June 12. According to the announcement, Davis has been selected…
Bismarck announces lane reductions and major intersection closure along Expressway starting May 17
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck City Government announced upcoming traffic impacts along Bismarck Expressway beginning the evening of Sunday, May 17, 2026, due to water line repair work. According to city officials, westbound lanes of Bismarck Expressway will be reduced near the Airport Road intersection….
Bismarck public works to host open house event for National Public Works Week celebration
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck City Government announced that both Bismarck Public Works departments will host an open house event in celebration of National Public Works Week. The event is scheduled for May 19 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Public Works building…
Bismarck police investigate fatal motorcycle crash at Main Avenue intersection
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Police Department is investigating a fatal crash that occurred Tuesday night at the intersection of Main Avenue and West Rosser Avenue in Bismarck. According to police, the crash happened at approximately 9:14 p.m. when a motorcycle collided with a pickup…
North Dakota Highway Patrol cites driver for high-speed violation and suspended license
North Dakota – The North Dakota Highway Patrol reported that a driver was stopped on U.S. Highway 85 south of Williston for traveling 103 mph in a 65 mph zone. Officials said the vehicle’s speed was recorded at 102 mph at the time it was…
Bismarck Police Department invites community to Coffee with a Cop event
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Police Department is inviting residents to take part in an upcoming “Coffee with a Cop” event aimed at strengthening community connections and encouraging open conversation with local officers. The event is scheduled for May 7, 2026, from 9 a.m. to…
Bismarck Animal Control announces archery proficiency testing for herd reduction season
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Police Department has announced upcoming archery proficiency testing dates through Bismarck Animal Control ahead of the City of Bismarck Archery Herd Reduction Season. Officials said participants must demonstrate accuracy by shooting four of five arrows inside a nine-inch circle at…
Bismarck celebrates Arbor Day with tree planting honoring longtime city contributor
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck ND City Government marked Arbor Day with a community celebration featuring students, city staff, and local organizations coming together for a tree planting event. A fourth-grade class from Elk Ridge Elementary, led by Ms. Kocis, participated alongside the City of…
