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UMary swimming and diving defeats Sioux Falls 155-48
The announcement said the Marauders improved their dual-meet record to 7-0.
Nov 9
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All guides- Seasonal · 2 placesChristmas Parades and Tree Lightings Near Bismarck (2026)
2 Christmas parades and tree lightings near Bismarck, ND for 2026: dates, hours, ticket prices and directions, from each place's own announcements.
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4 ice rinks and public skating near Bismarck, ND for 2026: dates, hours, ticket prices and directions, from each place's own announcements.
- Seasonal · 8 placesFree Thanksgiving Meals and Food Pantries in Bismarck (2026)
8 free Thanksgiving dinners, food giveaways and food pantries in Bismarck, ND for 2026, with times, places and who can come, from each organisation's own announcements.
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- Seasonal · 6 placesHaunted Houses Near Bismarck: 2026 Dates, Hours and Tickets
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Education · Nov 8
Former BSC president to discuss education history books in Bismarck
Bismarck State College says Dr. Larry C. Skogen will discuss his American Indian education history books at a free Nov. 12 campus workshop.
Sports · Nov 8
University of Mary hockey beats Iowa State in Mandan
University of Mary Athletics said the Marauders beat Iowa State at Starion Sports Complex in Mandan on Nov. 7 and will host Jamestown on Nov. 13.
Sports · Nov 7
UMary women finish fourth at NSIC cross-country championships
University of Mary Athletics said the Marauders placed fourth at the NSIC Championships in Sioux Falls on Nov. 7.
Living · Nov 7
Bismarck parks office to close for Veterans Day
The Bismarck Parks and Recreation District said its administrative office will close Nov. 11 for Veterans Day, while other facilities will maintain normal hours.
Sports · Nov 6
UMary hockey hosts Iowa State for weekend series in Mandan
University of Mary Athletics said the No. 7 Marauders will host Iowa State Nov. 6-7 in Mandan.
This week in Bismarck
All events- Tue10Beyond Statins: Ways to Lower Cholesterol5:00 PM · BSC National Energy Center of Excellence
- Tue10Fall - Lego Social Skills Club4:00 PM · Lego Social Skills Club
- Tue10Missouri Slope Veterans Tribute10:30 AM · Missouri Slope Washington Campus
- Tue10Sing-Along at Assisted Living2:00 PM · Missouri Slope Assisted Living Facility
- Thu12Myhre Elementary Thanksgiving MealMyhre Elementary
- Thu12Annual Bismarck veterans feed10:30 AM · Bismarck Elks
- Thu12Teen Volunteer Club4:00 PM · Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
- Thu12Holiday Shopping Vendor Show10:00 AM · Touchmark on West Century
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Your ballotWhat's on the Ballot in Bismarck: November 3, 2026 Election
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