Bismarck ND City Government
Recent News About Bismarck ND City Government
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Bismarck Expressway eastbound lane reduction scheduled for September 29
Beginning Monday, September 29, 2025, after 8:15 a.m., eastbound traffic on Bismarck Expressway will be reduced to one lane between Washington Street and 3rd Street due to roadway repairs.
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East Century Avenue construction stays on track despite rain delays
Construction on East Century Avenue in Bismarck continues despite weather-related delays, according to Knife River Corporation.
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Friends of Bismarck Public Library announce fall used book sale dates
The Friends of the Bismarck Public Library will hold their Fall Used Book Sale from October 2 to 4 at the Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library.
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Bismarck-Burleigh Public Health offers free Narcan training session with Heartview Foundation
Bismarck-Burleigh Public Health (BBPH) and Heartview Foundation are collaborating to provide a free Narcan training session for the community.
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East Century Avenue reopens as Knife River nears completion of reconstruction
East Century Avenue, between Centennial Drive and Roosevelt Drive, has reopened to traffic following construction efforts by Knife River Corporation.
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Bismarck schedules fire hydrant maintenance affecting multiple neighborhoods
The City of Bismarck Public Works Utility Operations Department will carry out fire hydrant maintenance in late September and early October.
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Bismarck installs new historic district banners in Cathedral Area and Highland Acres
The Bismarck Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) has installed new streetlight banners in two of the city’s historic districts: Cathedral Area and Highland Acres.
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Bismarck City Commission approves final budget with focus on staffing and capital projects
The Bismarck City Commission has approved the city’s 2026 final budget, with discussions centered on staffing levels and their effect on finances.
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Bismarck Historical Society to host event on Belle Mehus Auditorium history
The Bismarck Historical Society is organizing a public program focused on the history of the Belle Mehus Auditorium.
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Bismarck public library promotes Library Card Sign-Up Month in September
The Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library is marking September as Library Card Sign-Up Month, encouraging residents to sign up for a library card.
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Bismarck introduces pilot program for public notice signs ahead of development hearings
The City of Bismarck Planning Division will start placing public notice signs on properties and boulevards before public hearings for development projects, beginning in September.
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Lane reduction planned on 9th Street for water line repair
On September 4, 2025, a section of 9th Street in Bismarck will be reduced to one lane near Boulevard Avenue.
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Bismarck advances flood protection for wastewater treatment plant
A flood mitigation project aimed at protecting Bismarck’s Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) is close to completion.
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Bismarck offers three unrestricted liquor licenses for sealed bids
The City of Bismarck has announced the availability of three Class D Liquor Licenses, marking the first time since January 2023 that such licenses have been offered by the city.
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16th Street in Bismarck to close briefly for tree removal
North 16th Street in Bismarck will be closed between East Boulevard Avenue and Porter Avenue starting at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, August 13, 2025.
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Burnt Boat Drive to close for repairs between River Road and Chief Lookings Village Road
Burnt Boat Drive will be closed to traffic between River Road and Chief Lookings Village Road on Wednesday, August 13, 2025.
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Boulevard Avenue and 9th Street traffic signal to be repaired August 14
The traffic signal at the intersection of Boulevard Avenue and 9th Street in Bismarck will be out of service for repairs on Thursday, August 14, 2025.
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19th Street to close for two weeks for road construction
19th Street will be closed between 43rd Avenue and Skyline Boulevard for road construction starting Tuesday, August 12, 2025.
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Skyline Boulevard to close for two weeks for road construction starting August 5
Skyline Boulevard will be closed for road construction between the East Walmart Driveway and 15th Street starting Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
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Bismarck library announces free community event for August
The Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library is set to host Librarypalooza 2025 on August 14, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event, which will take place at the library’s location, is free and open to all ages.