Bismarck Tribune

New Bismarck-Mandan rail bridge opens to trains as demolition of historic 1883 span begins
The first trains crossed the new $100 million BNSF bridge over the Missouri River on Wednesday, and crews have begun dismantling the historic 1883 span next to it.
3h ago
Portion of Burleigh County road to close
The Burleigh County Highway Department is closing a portion of 43rd Avenue Northeast for a culvert installation and road construction.
7h ago
Public meeting set on Bis-Man Transit plan
The Bismarck-Mandan Metropolitan Planning Organization in partnership with Bis-Man Transit has scheduled a public input meeting on proposed improvements to the public transit system in the metro area, which includes Lincoln.
Sep 20, 2026
Bis-Man Transit holding public hearing
Bis-Man Transit will present the final 2026 Coordinated Public Transit-Human Service Transportation Plan at a public hearing set for 10-11 a.m. Thursday.
Sep 19, 2026
Burleigh County, Bismarck update road construction
The bridge in Burleigh County half a mile east of 80th Street Northeast will be removed and replaced with triple box culverts, beginning Monday. A stream diversion will also be installed.
Sep 19, 2026

The Bright Side: BIO Girls build confidence, connections ahead of Bismarck 5K
After 12 weeks of running, lessons and mentoring, girls from three local BIO Girls programs will put their work to the test in a Bismarck Marathon 5K.
Sep 18, 2026

What to know about the Bismarck Marathon on Saturday
Hundreds of runners from will gather in Bismarck on Saturday for the city's 44th annual marathon, a daylong event featuring multiple races.
Sep 18, 2026

5 things to know: Bismarck approves roughly $540 million 2027 budget
Bismarck city commissioners have approved a roughly $540 million budget for 2027.Here's what you need to know.
Sep 16, 2026

Bismarck park district survey seeks input on new indoor sports and recreation facility
Bismarck's park district is surveying residents on priorities for a future recreation center. Take the online survey by Sept. 30, or request a paper copy at two city offices.
Sep 15, 2026

Papa's Pumpkin Patch open for season in rural Bismarck
Papa's Pumpkin Patch has opened for the season in its new location on the northwestern outskirts of Bismarck.
Sep 15, 2026






