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Microsoft service outage disrupts city email in Bismarck
The City of Bismarck said the Microsoft outage may prevent email from reaching city staff and directed residents needing immediate help to contact departments by phone.
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Sports · Nov 14
UMary rallies past Jamestown with two late goals in Mandan
University of Mary Athletics said the Marauders rallied past Jamestown 2-1 on Nov. 13 in Mandan with two third-period power-play goals.
Sports · Nov 13
UMary to host Valley City State in Bismarck on Nov. 18
University of Mary Athletics announced that UMary will host Valley City State on Nov. 18 at the McDowell Activity Center.
Roads & transit · Nov 12
Apple Creek Road reopens after bridge work
Burleigh County said Apple Creek Road is open after striping was completed Nov. 11.
Sports · Nov 12
Bismarck State volleyball opens conference tournament in Helena
Bismarck State College Athletics said the Mystics will make their first Frontier Conference volleyball tournament appearance Thursday in Helena.
Health · Nov 12
Bismarck to hold citywide vape take-back event at BSC
Bismarck-Burleigh Public Health says a Nov. 19 event at Bismarck State College will accept vaping devices for recycling.
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All events- Mon16Introduction to Rosemaling Class6:30 PM · Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
- Mon16Family Story Time6:00 PM · Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
- Mon16Ballroom Dance Basics: Salsa7:00 PM · Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
- Tue17Sip, Savor, and Support6:00 PM · North Dakota Heritage Center & Museum
- Tue17Children's Library Pokémon Club3:30 PM · Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
- Tue17Winter Walk & Talk2:00 PM · Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
- Wed18Handbags for Hope5:30 PM · Sixteen 03 Main Events
- Wed18The Father: A Film and Discussion on Family Caregiving6:00 PM · The Grand Theaters