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…
Driver sustains minor injuries following semi-truck rollover, North Dakota Highway Patrol temporarily closes road due to estimated 3,000-gallon hazardous materials spill
North Dakota – The North Dakota Highway Patrol has issued a temporary road closure in Burleigh County following a semi-truck rollover that resulted in a hazardous materials spill early April 28, 2026. The crash occurred around 12:33 a.m. near mile marker 11.5 on North Dakota…
Durango Drive closed at Driftwood Lane for drainage repair work in Bismarck
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Streets Department has closed Durango Drive at the intersection of Driftwood Lane as of Monday, April 27, 2026, to allow for roadway maintenance work. The closure is in place to accommodate the replacement of the valley gutter across Durango Drive…
Bismarck Forestry Division to host Arbor Day ceremony and community tree planting event
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Forestry Division will host a community recognition program and ceremonial tree planting on Friday, May 1 at 1:00 p.m. CT at Elk Ridge Park. The public is invited to attend the event. This year’s Arbor Day theme is “A Tree…
Bismarck Police Department warns public about fake iPhones sold on Facebook Marketplace
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Police Department is warning residents about counterfeit iPhones being sold through Facebook Marketplace, following reports of buyers unknowingly purchasing fake devices. According to the department, individuals believed they were buying legitimate Apple iPhone devices, only to later discover the phones…
Gov. Kelly Armstrong directs flags to half-staff to honor U.S. Rep. David Scott
North Dakota – Kelly Armstrong directed all government agencies to fly the United States and North Dakota flags at half-staff until sunset Thursday, April 23, in honor and remembrance of David Scott. The governor also encouraged residents across the state to lower flags at their…
Bismarck Police Department issued warning after reports of scam text claiming traffic violations in North Dakota
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Police Department issued a warning on April 21 after receiving numerous reports of a scam text message claiming recipients have an outstanding traffic violation involving their vehicle in North Dakota. Officials said the message is not legitimate and is part…
