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BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - UPDATE (10/13/2024 at 2:45 p.m.): According to Burleigh County Emergency Manager Mary Senger, the fires near Double Ditch that started Saturday evening are 100% contained. The series of fires north of Bismarck were approximately five miles long and one-half to three-quarters of a mile wide. The cause of the fire is still unknown and under investigation. Officials say 2,300 acres were burned.

UPDATE: 10/13, 3:22 P.M. According to a Facebook post from Burleigh County, the fires are now 100% contained. In total, the fire was approximately five miles long, and 1/2 to 3/4ths of a mile wide. Roughly 2,200 to 2,300 acres were burned. UPDATE: POSTED 10/13, 12:07 P.M. According to Burleigh County fire officials, the fire […]

WILTON, N.D. (KXNET) — Police are asking for the public’s help in tracking down a suspect they say may be behind some attempted motor vehicle burglaries in the Wilton area. The McLean County Sheriff’s Office says the man may also be responsible for stealing a motor vehicle last Friday. If you have any information on […]

The North Dakota Dental Association and the North Dakota Dental Foundation are hosting their annual Mission of Mercy event at the Bismarck Event Center, October 11-12.

MANDAN, N.D. (KFYR) - Mandan resident and veteran Jody Leingang was awarded a Quilt of Valor for his military service. The ceremony wouldn’t have been possible without the help of an old friend. In 1979, Leingang made the decision to join the United States Navy. After deciding to start a family with his wife, he joined the National Guard to finish off his 6-year commitment to the military. In total, he spent 15 years serving. It was for his service that Leingang was nominated and received a Quilt of Valor, hand-made by volunteers to show their gratitude for his efforts in fighting for their country.

BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - The Environmental Protection Agency gave the state of North Dakota $25 million to replace its lead pipes. It’s a project years in the making, and it’s finally time for a water refresh. When you grab a glass of water from the sink, chances are...

JunKin CuZins Junkyard Expo is returning to Bismarck for the 7th year in a row.

Two Bismarck women have been best friends since they were in seventh grade. Now, they’re both 90 years old.

BISMARCK – Since a stunning homecoming loss to Valley City, Jamestown Blue Jay Football has been determined to be better. That has shown for two straight games, and did emphatically this time. Kellen Hartsad rushed for 153 yards, Ryan Kallenbach passed for a touchdown and ran for two more...

BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - Completed in October 1884, the former governor’s mansion has a rich history. Prominent businessman Asa Fisher and his wife Adelaide lived in the home until 1893, when it was sold to the state and became the governor’s home. Later this month, the State Historical Society is throwing a party to celebrate its 140th birthday and the man who first owned it.

Oct. 12—GRAND FORKS — Two North Dakota veterans of the Korean War have been awarded honorary high school diplomas, state School Superintendent Kirsten Baesler announced Friday. Frank Kraft, 96, of Mandan, and Clayton Bertsch, 87, of Ypsilanti, both went into the military service before graduating high school. They...

BISMARCK, N.D. – Valley City State Cross County competed in the Marauders Open in Bismarck, N.D. This was their fourth of five events on the schedule this year. On the women's side, this race featured the teams U-Mary, Minot State, and Bismarck state. In a field of 41 runners, VCSU's Karly Just, Jasmine Barnes, and Emily Hatlewick competed as individuals. Karly Just, finishing in seventh, beat her own school record with a time of 22:27.8, nearly a minute faster then her best earlier this season. Jasmine Barnes finished 15th with a time of 23:14.6, and Emily Hatlewick finished 41st with a time of 29:47.3.

The Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library is celebrating the 15th birthday of its two resident fish.

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) –With a 3-0 win over Williston in the quarterfinals and a 1-0 win over Minot in the semifinals, West Fargo is in Saturday’s championship game. Their opponent will be Bismarck Legacy. The Sabers upset the undefeated Jamestown Blue Jays 2-1 in overtime in the semifinals.

The number six ranked University of Jamestown ACHA D1 Men's Hockey team beat the number eight ranked University of Mary Marauders on Saturday night. The Jimmies held off Marauder scoring for two periods while scoring four goals themselves, securing a 4-2 win. HOW IT HAPPENED. Brad Fortin scored early for...