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The government shutdown started October 1 and ended November 12, 2025. With this being the longest government shutdown in history, there are many repercussions, which include delayed flight services, strained budgets for both citizens and the government, and work force burnout.

The Gaza Strip is facing a severe famine as ongoing conflict and restrictions on aid deliveries have left much of the population without reliable access to food, clean water or medical care. 

In 2025, hundreds of mass shoot-ings have already occurred, averag-ing more than one per day. 

For the second time in a row, Sudan has appeared at the top of the International Rescue Committee’s annual emergency watchlist for worsening humanitarian crises.

Scientists in England's National Health Service (NHS) are conducting an ongoing experiment to find the cure and early stages of cancer, which they project will be ready for citizens in 2027.

On October 25, a variety of clubs gathered in Century High School to give Halloween candy and small accessories for community children, which became a highlight of the fall season. Student leaders wore themed costumes and decorated tables as participants navigated the Olson Gym and...

JonBenét Ramsey was just a normal six year old girl living out her bright childhood in 1996.

She was a beauty queen with the most contagious smile, but not soon after, her impact would leave families mourning the loss of their little girl and the whole world questioning what happened to her.

Jumping into the school year, several US states, such as California, Florida, Louisiana, Minnesota, Ohio, North Dakota, South Carolina, Virginia and Indiana, have passed cell phone bans during school hours, forcing students to turn in or store all personal technology. Personal technology includes: cell phones, smart watches, bluetooth earbuds , laptops and other devices with internet connectivity. 

Teachers are noticing students are now more productive and interactive during class, likely because of the cell phone ban. 

President Donald J. Trump recently finished his first 100 days in the oval office of his second term and made sizable changes.

People watch movies like Jurassic Park and think, “I wonder what it would be like if we could bring back species in real life?” Well, a biotech company called Colossal Biosciences has managed to...

Global warming is one of the most critical issues facing the world today. Although Earth's climate has altered throughout time...

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton recently sued the Biden Administration in September because the Biden administration defined gender dysphoria as a disability, which impacted 504 plans. 

On Thursday March 6, two South Korean KF-16 fighter jets entered in wrong coordinates while doing a joint-training exercise with the United States over Pocheon South Korea.

In a devastating turn of events, an American Airlines Regional Jet crashed into an Army Black Hawk helicopter over the Potomac River on January 29. Flight 5342 was traveling from...

Acknowledging that the COVID-19 lockdown was five years ago feels unreal. When social distancing, masks, and hand sanitizer were requirements to leave the house, people remember being isolated inside their homes...

Climate change is starting the Earth on fire

Kylie Stahl l January 2025

California wildfires continue to burn down the  state as a result of global warming. According to the New York Times, the wildfires were started by fallen power lines and power transmission...

The chilling story of a woman's twisted plan and the stunning reality behind it

Bristol Petryszyn l January 2025

In 2009, while his wife was away on a week-long trip, Mike Dippolito made a bold and unexpected decision...

Takeaways from our staff's times at the BSC second annual student media event

Elizabeth LaDuke l December 2024

On Friday, November 15, several members of our staff attended Bismarck State College’s (BSC) second Content Creators Summit made for local high school students interested in a career in different types of creative...

One of the biggest family secrets of all time

Bristol Petryszyn l December 2024

June 7, 2022 was just a normal morning for 42-year-old Holly Marie. She woke up and took care of her five kids and went to her waitress job at Oklahoma Diner...

Roaring wilds cause devastating effects

Kylie Stahl l October 2024

On Sunday, October 6, North Dakota experienced strong winds that caused numerous wildfires. There were six reported significant fires, and four of the six were contained on the same day. As of now, there has been no evidence of intentional fire starting, but State Fire Marshal Doug Nelson's investigation is ongoing...

As the presidential election approaches, the spotlight intensifies on the major candidates competing for the nation’s highest office

Elizabeth LaDuke l September 2024

Before July 21, it looked like the 60th quadrennial presidential election would have the same leading candidates as the 2020 race: Joe Biden, former Delaware senator and Donald Trump, former media star and businessman. That is until President Biden announced he was withdrawing himself from running...

The infamous O.J. Simpson case and its tragic end

Brynn Carson l May 2024

On the night of June 12, 1994 at 6:30 p.m., Nicole Brown Simpson would eat at the Mezzaluna Restaurant with her family for the last time... 

Women's products are more expensive the men's

Mercedes Vanover l May 2024

This act put into place during 2021-2022 prohibits companies or businesses from selling similar products based on gender. The Bill H.R.3853 was put in place “to prohibit the pricing of consumer products and services that are substantially similar if such products or services...

Volunteers discuss fostering experiences and Bismarck-Mandans shelters' struggles along with opportunities to help

Elizabeth LaDuke l April 2024

Animal shelters serve a vital purpose of providing temporary housing and care for stray, abandoned, or surrendered animals while promoting responsible pet ownership and animal welfare within communities. Starla Tipton-Mitchell, who has been...

The most twisted two 2023 true crime trials

Brynn Carson l March 2024

Alex Murdaugh, a South Carolina lawyer, was sentenced on March 3, 2023, for the deaths of his wife Maggie and youngest son Paul. On June 7, 2021, Murdaugh found the bodies of both his wife and son. Although the police originally suspected....

A conflict between historic preservation and economic efficiency

Elizabeth LaDuke l January 2024

The Bismarck Rail Bridge has been used by the BNSF for over a century since its installation in the 1880s. However, it has reached the end of its useful life and needs to be replaced in order for cargo to be moved efficiently across the Bismarck-Mandan area. Despite the issue being currently undecided...

Information on men's mental health

Mercedes Vanover l December 2023

In recent years, there has been more awareness on the importance of mental health, and yet men still continue to struggle under the surface. The stigma surrounding men's mental health remains a current issue, contributing to statistics...

Meaningful mail is functional for busy students

Bailey Kocis l November 2023

Meaningful Mail is a student-run organization that was started by Hattie Fitterer in 2020. The organization acts as a bridge for students to help spread happiness to...

Student-led generosity is highlighted through this CHS gifting program

Aubree Wood l December 2023

Each year, Century’s AVID 12 class takes on the responsibility of running the “Giving Tree”. The gifting program is a way for students to give back to the community and provide...

Hook, Rooks, and Books event offered Halloween-themed projects and chess challenges

Mary Van l November 2023

On Tuesday, October 24, ten students and staff members attended the Fiber Arts Club's event Hook, Rooks, and Books to build relationships, teach each other crochet, and play chess. Several students completed their first-ever...

Information on the Haunted Fort, Tunnel of Terror, Red Trail House of Terrors, Boo at the Zoo, and different Trunk or Treats

Mercedes Vanover| November 2023

This fall, Bismarck provides a variety of exciting events to celebrate Halloween. The Haunted Fort at Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park was established in 2002 because...

The unpredictable and horrid attack on Israel from Gaza Strip frightened millions

Izabella Rash| November 2023

On Saturday, October 7 at around 6:30 A.M Israel Daylight Time, Hamas, an Islamic-Palestanian terrorist group led by Ismail Haniyeh based out of Gaza City, coordinated a..

An exclusive rundown

Elizabeth LaDuke| October 2023

From a contestable powderpuff game to ponchos in the rain, homecoming proved to be a memorable week once again...

Mindy Iverson innovates a safe and uplifting environment amidst book banning and stereotypes

Aubree Wood | October 2023

Walking into a library, it is easy to associate the room with the common library stereotype. Walls and walls of books, students studying, the occasional “shush” echoing...

Accommodations that make the world of a difference for neurodiversity 

Kennedy Petryszyn | Octber 2023

Katie Johnson is an expert in helping neurodivergent students and has a masters in Education (M.Ed.) and works for Academic Pathways.  Johnson has experience as a...

Available organizations that provide stability in Bismarck 

Mercedes Vanover | October 2023

Homelessness does not just affect the homeless population. It affects Bismarck as a whole. The Dream Center is a local non-profit that provides security and meals...

Everything you need to know  

Elizabeth LaDuke| October 2023

The most anticipated event of the fall is homecoming.  

In order to get prepared for this week, here is a guide to everything you need to know. Homecoming 2023 will span..

Classes conduct research on Bismarck's cultural diversity and completes creative project

Clare Tamisiea | May 2023

Students learned about different cultures by creating and presenting posters on their research about diverse restaurants...

The risks and rewards of the largest federal drilling procedure  

Bailey Kocis | April 2023

The Willow Project, proposed by energy company Conoco Phillips, plans to drill up to 600 million barrels of oil from Alaska’s northern slope which... 

The dangers that surround our state and how to prevent your chances of abduction 

Brynn Carson | April 2023

“We are seeing North Dakota residents being trafficked and I think that’s really important for people to know. This is absolutely happening in your community, people are...

Guilty or not guilty?

Brynn Carson | March 2023

Alex Murdaugh, a well known South Carolina lawyer, was indicted on two counts of murder for the killings of his wife Maggie and son Paul in July of 2022. Both were found...

About North Dakota Legislature and local elections

Annelise Klein | February 2023

United States citizens are able to exercise their right to vote when they turn eighteen, influencing the type of community and country they want to see. While voting rights have been debated and progressed... 

About the controversial 2022 election

Alice Freitas Araujo | October 2022

On October 3, 2022, the presidential election, an important Brazilian event, took place. But why is the election so important to Brazilian history?

The Brazilian election can be composed of multiple rounds...

A look into one of the most anticipated weeks of the year

Elizabeth LaDuke | September 2022

From hectic dress-up-days, to an infamous pep rally, homecoming week guarantees an exciting time for many students. “The perfect time to bring the school together and show our patriot pride...

The nation’s newest epidemic leads to public outcry

Brynn Carson | May 2022

School curriculums have been challenged all around the nation due to the differing opinions of not only parents, but any individual feeling the subject is wrong to teach...

A history and aftermath of Russo-Ukraine relations 

Bridger Sorenson | May 2022

On February 24, 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine, causing a regional conflict that has led to global implications for many nations. While the war has taken control over many news outlets for months now...

Professor Emeritus of Political Science and History at the University of Chicago

Bridger Sorenson | May 2022

Ronald Suny has been teaching Russian and Soviet history for 55 years at various colleges and universities, including: Oberlin College, University of Michigan, University of Chicago, Stanford University...