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Bismarck Named One of 257 “Playful City USA” Communities
Being able to play is critical to a community’s health, and especially to the health of children. Bismarck, along with 256 other cities and towns across the country, has been named a Playful City USA. The honor comes from …
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Bismarck Mandan is a Bicycle Friendly Community
Bismarck Mayor Mike Seminary and Mandan Mayor Arlyn Van Beek announced the naming of Bismarck-Mandan as a Bicycle Friendly Community today. Both mayors noted that May is National Bike Month. Click here for a listing of all biking events …
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The Power of Parks
Yes, parks are green and connect us to trees and trails. But did you know they ALSO lead to higher property values, improved health and environmental sustainability? Check out this video from the National Recreation and Parks Association, and …
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Keeping Parks Clean and Green
Recycling containers are now side by side with trash containers in several Bismarck parks. Containers are clearly marked, so you’ll know what to toss, and what to recycle. Help us keep Bismarck’s parks clean and green. Bismarck Parks and …
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Summer Archeological Dig at Chief Looking’s Village
In June, Paleocultural Research Group (PCRG), a nonprofit research and education organization, will carry out the second phase of a two-year study of Chief Looking’s Village, a Mandan settlement located above Pioneer Park within the City of Bismarck. The …
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Board of Park Commissioners chose name for new neighborhood park.
The Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) Board of Park Commissioners chose the name for the new neighborhood park. The park name is Sunrise Park. BPRD has completed initial work at Sunrise Park. This park will include a ship-themed play …
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Park District Receives Award
The Northern Lights Council of the Boy Scouts of America has honored Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) with the Outstanding Community Partner Award. Ric Jensen presented the award to the Board of Park Commissioners, stating that BPRD has …
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Northwoods League To Introduce New Team in Bismarck, North Dakota
Rochester, MN. – The league where Chris Sale, Max Scherzer, Curtis Granderson, Jordan Zimmermann and well over 100 other current and former major-league baseball players once spent their summers is coming to Bismarck in 2017. The Northwoods League announced …
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