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Mary football falls to Minnesota Duluth 27-12 in Bismarck
University of Mary Athletics said the Marauders fell 27-12 to Minnesota Duluth on Oct. 24 in Bismarck after taking a late fourth-quarter lead.
Oct 25
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All guides- Seasonal · 3 placesHaunted Houses Near Bismarck: 2026 Dates, Hours and Tickets
3 haunted houses and Halloween attractions near Bismarck, ND for 2026: dates, hours, ticket prices and directions, from each place's own announcements.
Restaurants · 10 placesBest Lunch Spots in Bismarck10 best lunch spots in Bismarck, ND, with addresses and what each is known for.
Shopping · 10 placesLocal Shops and Boutiques in Bismarck10 local shops and boutiques in Bismarck, ND, with addresses and what each is known for.
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Restaurants · 9 placesRestaurants With Outdoor Seating in Bismarck9 patios in Bismarck, ND, with addresses and what each is known for.
Shopping · 7 placesAntique and Thrift Stores in Bismarck7 antique and thrift stores in Bismarck, ND, with addresses and what each is known for.
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Sports · Oct 24
Bismarck defeats Williston 42-6 in football
The North Dakota High School Activities Association’s contest listing reports Bismarck High School beat Williston 42-6 at Williston High School.
Education · Oct 24
University of Mary highlights expanded FOCUS graduate scholarship
The University of Mary said eligible FOCUS missionaries, staff members and alumni may receive up to $7,000 toward one of four graduate programs.
Public safety · Oct 24
Richardton man dies after crash south of Hebron
The North Dakota Highway Patrol said a 91-year-old Richardton man died after a crash south of Hebron on Oct. 19.
Business · Oct 23
Bismarck opens second public call for project proposals
The City of Bismarck said its second public Call for Projects would invite proposals from community members, partners and students.
Education · Oct 23
Bismarck State men’s basketball opens season on Oct. 23
Bismarck State College announced the Mystics’ 2026–27 men’s basketball schedule, including a Nov. 20 conference home opener at the Bavendick Center.
This week in Bismarck
All events- Thu29Haunted Museum8:00 AM · North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum
- Fri30Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics8:45 PM · Russell Reid Auditorium - North Dakota Heritage Center
- Fri30Adult Mobility Class10:00 AM · Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
- Fri30Horror on Harmon7:00 PM · Horror on Harmon
- Fri30Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons6:30 PM · Russell Reid Auditorium, North Dakota Heritage Center
- Fri30Haunted History Downtown Tour7:00 PM · URL Radio
- Fri30Trick-or-Treating at Missouri Slope6:00 PM · Missouri Slope Washington Campus
- Sat31Brews and Boos Pub Crawl4:00 PM · Vicky's Bar
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Your ballotWhat's on the Ballot in Bismarck: November 3, 2026 Election
Every race and candidate a Bismarck, ND voter will see on November 3, 2026, with each candidate's stated positions linked to the source.
Updated Oct 25