Bismarck City Commission recognizes Boy Scout Troop 6’s 108th anniversary
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck City Commission recognized Boy Scout Troop 6 for its 108th anniversary during its meeting on Tuesday night. Commissioner Anne Cleary read a proclamation honoring the troop, which has been active in the community since receiving its charter in 1917. Since its…
North Dakota Governor’s photo contest deadline set for January 31
North Dakota – The deadline for entries in the North Dakota Governor’s Photo Contest for Travel and Tourism is Friday, January 31, 2025. Residents are encouraged to capture the state’s beauty and excitement for a chance to win cash prizes and statewide recognition. This year’s theme…
Bismarck partners with Keep North Dakota Clean for annual artwork and media contest
Bismarck, N.D. – The City of Bismarck and its recycling program are sponsoring the Keep North Dakota Clean (KNDC) Annual Artwork and Media Contest at the third-grade level. Since 1968, the contest has aimed to educate students on environmental stewardship and proper litter disposal to help…
Bismarck continues participation in FEMA’s Community Rating System, providing flood insurance discounts
Bismarck, N.D. – The City of Bismarck reaffirmed its participation in the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Community Rating System (CRS) program during its most recent City Commission meeting. As a result of the city’s Class 7 rating within the program, flood insurance policyholders in Bismarck…
Mayor Mike Schmitz invites Bismarck’s third and seventh graders to participate in ‘If I Were Mayor’ contest
Bismarck, N.D. – The North Dakota League of Cities is hosting its annual statewide “If I Were Mayor” essay contest, aimed at inspiring third- and seventh-grade students to reflect on public service and community leadership. Open to all North Dakota students, including those in public, private,…
Bismarck Police Department celebrates officer’s birthday with humor and well-wishes
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Police Department celebrated Sgt. Bosch’s birthday in a lighthearted social media post, despite his wishes to keep it under wraps. The officers on his shift shared their greetings with a touch of humor, writing, “Happy Birthday, Sgt. Bosch! We hope your…
Fargo Police Department hosts Cub Scout Pack 225 for a tour of the department
Fargo, N.D. – On Tuesday, Fargo Police Department hosted Cub Scout Pack 225 at their headquarters. Community Engagement Officers Tim Falconnier, Avery Jensen, and Princeten Harris led the scouts on a tour of the department, answering their questions and showcasing the gear used by officers….
Recruits from Fargo, West Fargo, and Moorhead Fire Departments complete first week of Metro Fire Academy
Fargo, N.D. – Recruits from the Fargo, West Fargo, and Moorhead Fire Departments have successfully completed their first week at the Metro Fire Academy. This 18-week program is designed to prepare recruits for professional firefighter duties, combining classroom learning with hands-on drills, ride-alongs, and live-burn scenarios….
