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  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:36 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:36:05 GMT
    All the rain we've received isn't attracting more mosquitoes yet this year. 80 traps like these are setup across the state to collect and test mosquitoes. In the last two weeks the traps have collected
    All the rain we've received isn't attracting more mosquitoes yet this year.

  • Online college programs are known for their convenience and flexibility. Bismarck State College made the national ranks for a program it offers. U.S. News and World Report evaluated several factors to
    Online college programs are known for their convenience and flexibility. Bismarck State College made the national ranks for a program it offers. U.S. News and World Report evaluated several factors to
  • Online college programs are known for their convenience and flexibility. Bismarck State College made the national ranks for a program it offers. U.S. News and World Report evaluated several factors to
    Online college programs are known for their convenience and flexibility. Bismarck State College made the national ranks for a program it offers. U.S. News and World Report evaluated several factors to
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:19 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:19:55 GMT
    Dickinson police are asking for your help in locating a missing 15-year-old boy. Edward Martin Stubbs walked away from a construction site around noon Monday. Stubbs was working a drywall job with relatives.
    Dickinson police are asking for your help in locating a missing 15-year-old boy. Edward Martin Stubbs walked away from a construction site around noon Monday. Stubbs was working a drywall job with relatives.
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 3:33 PM EDT2013-06-18 19:33:31 GMT
    A once small town theater is getting a makeover. The Northern Expressions Arts Council in Underwood is renovating this Quonset style theater. Tyler Demars who works on economic development in Underwood
    A once small town theater is getting a makeover. The Northern Expressions Arts Council in Underwood is renovating this Quonset style theater. Tyler Demars who works on economic development in Underwood
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:21 PM EDT2013-06-18 16:21:20 GMT
    Belfield Police are asking for your help in finding this suspect. These pictures taken from surveillance video help identify a man Belfield Police are searching for. Sargeant Travis Carlson says early
    Belfield Police are asking for your help in finding this suspect. These pictures taken from surveillance video help identify a man Belfield Police are searching for. Sargeant Travis Carlson says early
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:53 AM EDT2013-06-18 15:53:03 GMT
    Frustrated residents voice their concerns over oil field waste being dumped near Underwood. Great River Energy is asking for a permit from McClean County to dispose oil field waste at a location southwest
    Frustrated residents voice their concerns over oil field waste being dumped near Underwood.
  • Monday, June 17 2013 7:37 PM EDT2013-06-17 23:37:06 GMT
    You may have noticed a lot more bikes and scooters on the road, something riders hope you are on the lookout for while behind the wheel. The North Dakota DOT and Abate of North Dakota are promoting the
    The North Dakota DOT and Abate of North Dakota are promoting the 22nd annual ride to work day--by encouraging safety on and around two wheels.
  • Monday, June 17 2013 4:55 PM EDT2013-06-17 20:55:11 GMT
    AAA and Police Officers reward kids for wearing helmets.
    Kids get "tickets" for free ice cream if "caught" wearing their bike helmets.
  • Monday, June 17 2013 4:52 PM EDT2013-06-17 20:52:35 GMT
    Burleigh County authorities are investigating three burglaries of rural farmsteads. Authorities believe they are all connected. They happened in the northeast part of the county between Wednesday and
    Burleigh County authorities are investigating three burglaries of rural farmsteads. Authorities believe they are all connected. They happened in the northeast part of the county between Wednesday and
  • Monday, June 17 2013 4:52 PM EDT2013-06-17 20:52:10 GMT
    The North Dakota Mounted Shooting Association hosted its first annual "Battle on Betty's Butte" after Betty Dietrich, the owner of the Flying D Arena northeast of Bismarck. Contestants compete in this
    Mounted shooting is the fastest growing equestrian sport in the nation, and aims to give cowboys, cowgirls, and little wranglers a chance to see the best shots in the west.
  • Monday, June 17 2013 2:55 PM EDT2013-06-17 18:55:34 GMT
    A cool, rainy spring has made a slow start to the growing season. Ag Reporter Sarah Gustin visits with one grower about the challenges of getting produce ready for market. From the strawberries to the
    A cool, rainy spring has made a slow start to the growing season. Ag Reporter Sarah Gustin visits with one grower about the challenges of getting produce ready for market. From the strawberries to the
  • Monday, June 17 2013 2:07 PM EDT2013-06-17 18:07:44 GMT
    It's that time of year.  From baby birds to baby deer, there's hardly anything more adorable. This is also the time of year when people stop by the State Wildlife Division attempting to deliver baby
    It's that time of year.  From baby birds to baby deer, there's hardly anything more adorable. This is also the time of year when people stop by the State Wildlife Division attempting to deliver baby
  • Sunday, June 16 2013 11:53 PM EDT2013-06-17 03:53:08 GMT
    It's a day to take care of and celebrate dads, and many patriarchs could be found spending Father's Day on the golf course. It's been a busy one at Riverwood golf course in South Bismarck. Several fathers
    Duane Houdek got a new set of clubs for Father's Day.  He is out with his son Ben and a close family friend to enjoy the holiday testing out his new Father's Day present.
  • Five K outdoor races for various causes are often popular in the spring and summer time. The Dash or Dye event paints a new picture--of how you can donate and help others. Stephanie Scheurer takes us
    Five K outdoor races for various causes are often popular in the spring and summer time. The Dash or Dye event paints a new picture--of how you can donate and help others. Stephanie Scheurer takes us
  • It's National Flag Day. Businesses and residents in the community are encouraged to fly their flags. Stephanie Scheurer shows us those expressing their patriotism by honoring this holiday. The saying,
    It's National Flag Day. Businesses and residents in the community are encouraged to fly their flags. Stephanie Scheurer shows us those expressing their patriotism by honoring this holiday. The saying,
  • Friday, June 14 2013 6:10 PM EDT2013-06-14 22:10:06 GMT
    A new helicopter will be flying the skies of western North Dakota. Sanford Health is launching a new Air Ambulance service. It's called Sanford Air Med, a service not new to Sanford Hospitals, but it
    A new helicopter will be flying the skies of western North Dakota.


    Sanford Health is launching a new Air Ambulance service.
  • Friday, June 14 2013 6:00 PM EDT2013-06-14 22:00:25 GMT
    Oil production steady in April despite bad weather and load restrictions.
    500 wells waiting for hydraulic fracturing in ND. 
  • Friday, June 14 2013 5:51 PM EDT2013-06-14 21:51:09 GMT
    131 Tractors travel on this years KFYR Radio's Tractor Trek. 
    12th Annual Tractor Trek in Bismarck
  • Friday, June 14 2013 5:43 PM EDT2013-06-14 21:43:42 GMT
    Something two-thirds as tall as the capitol is on it's way to Beulah. This tower is on the move from Minnesota. The huge piece of equipment is for the anhydrous ammonia facility at the Great Plains Synfuels
    Something two-thirds as tall as the capitol is on it's way to Beulah. This tower is on the move from Minnesota. The huge piece of equipment is for the anhydrous ammonia facility at the Great Plains Synfuels
  • Friday, June 14 2013 3:26 PM EDT2013-06-14 19:26:52 GMT
    High-tech vision solutions, authentic food and jobs -- lots of jobs.  All in this week's "Around Town." Mandan gets a new store dedicated to the visually-impaired.  Low Vision Products and Training
    High-tech vision solutions, authentic food and jobs -- lots of jobs.  All in this week's "Around Town." Mandan gets a new store dedicated to the visually-impaired.  Low Vision Products and Training
  • Friday, June 14 2013 1:53 PM EDT2013-06-14 17:53:12 GMT
    10 year old Hettinger boy dies after being hit by van Wednesday evening.
    10 year old Hettinger boy dies after being hit by van Wednesday evening. 
  • Friday, June 14 2013 1:44 PM EDT2013-06-14 17:44:18 GMT
    The FBI is investigating the death of a toddler on the Spirit Lake Nation. Investigators arrived on the reservation Thursday along with the BIA. The family living in this house near Saint Michael confirm
    FBI investigating death of toddler on Spirit Lake Reservation.
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 6:57 PM EDT2013-06-13 22:57:34 GMT
    For more than three years the North Dakota State Penitentiary has been under construction. In less than a month inmates will be moved into the new part, which will help relieve some pressure at the Prison. Jon
    For more than three years the North Dakota State Penitentiary has been under construction. In less than a month inmates will be moved into the new part, which will help relieve some pressure at the Prison. Jon
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 6:06 PM EDT2013-06-13 22:06:50 GMT
    The smell is in the air -- ribbers and rib samplers are everywhere.  The 6th Annual Downtowners' Rip Roarin' Ribfest is in full swing.  KX caught up with last year's rib champ, Dennis Carrino, who had
    The smell is in the air -- ribbers and rib samplers are everywhere.  The 6th Annual Downtowners' Rip Roarin' Ribfest is in full swing.  KX caught up with last year's rib champ, Dennis Carrino, who had
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-06-13 21:50:32 GMT
    Bismarck Police arrest two men for human trafficking, and one of them is a sports writer for a North Dakota paper.   As part of an ongoing investigation, Bismarck Police officers arrested Aaron Collins
    Bismarck Police arrest two men for human trafficking, and one of them is a sports writer for a North Dakota paper.   As part of an ongoing investigation, Bismarck Police officers arrested Aaron Collins
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-06-13 21:50:03 GMT
    As Bismarck continues to grow, so does the need for more space in schools. Four new portables are placed at the Career Academy on the BSC campus. Future Legacy High School students will use them for
    As Bismarck continues to grow, so does the need for more space in schools. Four new portables are placed at the Career Academy on the BSC campus. Future Legacy High School students will use them for
  • It's been nearly two years since Bismarck Police Sergeant Steven Kenner was killed while responding to a domestic assault. Since that day in July of 2011, Kenner's legacy has lived on, inspiring fellow
    It's been nearly two years since Bismarck Police Sergeant Steven Kenner was killed while responding to a domestic assault. Since that day in July of 2011, Kenner's legacy has lived on, inspiring fellow
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 1:53 PM EDT2013-06-13 17:53:43 GMT
    Whether you are in the market for one or hundreds of seedlings--Lincoln Oakes Nursery has a tree for you. This is only the second time in history that the 50 plus year old nursery has opened their inventory
    Whether you are in the market for one or hundreds of seedlings--Lincoln Oakes Nursery has a tree for you. This is only the second time in history that the 50 plus year old nursery has opened their inventory
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 11:06 AM EDT2013-06-13 15:06:11 GMT
    A man who robbed a Dickinson pharmacy Wednesday afternoon is behind bars. Officers arrested 30 year old Joshua Hunt early this morning at a Dickinson truck stop east of town. Hunt is accused of robbing
    A man who robbed a Dickinson pharmacy Wednesday afternoon is behind bars. Officers arrested 30 year old Joshua Hunt early this morning at a Dickinson truck stop east of town. Hunt is accused of robbing
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 9:46 PM EDT2013-06-13 01:46:11 GMT
    The Bismarck Catholic Diocese will soon have six new Priests. Tomorrow six men will be ordained at the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit. The last time this many men were ordained was in 2000. Bishop David
    The Bismarck Catholic Diocese will soon have six new Priests.

    Tomorrow six men will be ordained at the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit.
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 9:24 PM EDT2013-06-13 01:24:44 GMT
    Traffic was at a standstill for more than an hour this afternoon on interstate 94 near Bismarck. A semi was traveling eastbound on I-94 near mile marker 168, when it crossed the median and overturned
    Traffic was at a standstill for more than an hour this afternoon on interstate 94 near Bismarck.

    A semi was traveling eastbound on I-94 near mile marker 168, when it crossed the median and overturned into the westbound lanes of traffic.
  • With the recent drowning of a man in the Missouri River, water safety is being stressed. Stephanie Scheurer shows us a group of kids who learn the rules of swimming in pools. As the summer gets hotter,
    With the recent drowning of a man in the Missouri River, water safety is being stressed. Stephanie Scheurer shows us a group of kids who learn the rules of swimming in pools. As the summer gets hotter,
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 4:37 PM EDT2013-06-12 20:37:22 GMT
    It's another sign of North Dakota's booming economy. But no concrete bids to the City of Mandan means no City-financed sidewalks and driveway aprons for new home construction.  "The economy's doing
    It's another sign of North Dakota's booming economy. But no concrete bids to the City of Mandan means no City-financed sidewalks and driveway aprons for new home construction.  "The economy's doing
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 4:14 PM EDT2013-06-12 20:14:57 GMT
    All of the rain this June has really been cutting down on some much-needed mow time. On a sunny day, many people and professionals get out to hack down what they can, when they can. Business in Dickinson
    You can easily see in and out of town just how green it is, but with the weather we've been having, all mowers have to get up pretty early to stay ahead.
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 4:13 PM EDT2013-06-12 20:13:03 GMT
    Hands-free is not risk-free.   A new study by the AAA reports even with eyes on the road and hands on the wheel, there's a high level of distraction.  The North Dakota Safety Council says a driver's
    Hands-free is not risk-free.   A new study by the AAA reports even with eyes on the road and hands on the wheel, there's a high level of distraction.  The North Dakota Safety Council says a driver's
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 3:34 PM EDT2013-06-12 19:34:53 GMT
    From farmers to business owners --- one program is building leaders in small communities. Rural Leadership North Dakota is strengthening leadership skills and helping young leaders learn more about their
    From farmers to business owners --- one program is building leaders in small communities. Rural Leadership North Dakota is strengthening leadership skills and helping young leaders learn more about their
  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 10:27 PM EDT2013-06-12 02:27:50 GMT
    Devices and driving.  Two things that likely will soon not mix -- if you're a Bismarck City employee. A vote on a proposed policy was postponed by the City Commission.  They want to consider adding
    Devices and driving.  Two things that likely will soon not mix -- if you're a Bismarck City employee. A vote on a proposed policy was postponed by the City Commission.  They want to consider adding
  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 8:31 PM EDT2013-06-12 00:31:37 GMT
    Timothy J. Menges is charged with negligent homicide for causing the death of Tracy Freer by fatally hitting him with his pickup last November. 47-year-old Menges has pleaded not guilty to the charge. At
    Tracy Freer's family members say they are glad no plea agreement was reached because they want the case to go to trial.
  • Bismarck/Dickinson Sports

  • When you think of father/son sports tandems you think of names like Ken Griffey or Dale Earnhardt.    Throughout sports Dads have an impact on the activities their kids take part in-- and at Dacotah
    When you think of father/son sports tandems you think of names like Ken Griffey or Dale Earnhardt.    Throughout sports Dads have an impact on the activities their kids take part in-- and at Dacotah
  • BASEBALLLEGION BCHRIS WENZEL MEMORIALCHAMPIONSHIPSENATORS  3REPS  13LEGION AGOVS 10ABERDEEN, SD 6HUNTER WALSH NAMED MVP
    BASEBALLLEGION BCHRIS WENZEL MEMORIALCHAMPIONSHIPSENATORS  3REPS  13LEGION AGOVS 10ABERDEEN, SD 6HUNTER WALSH NAMED MVP
  • In the 4 by 1 mile relay the Bismarck team made up of Dylan Werner Matt Gotta Preston Lerew and anchored by Jake Leingang finished 6th with a time of 17 minutes 24 point 91 seconds just over 8 seconds
    In the 4 by 1 mile relay the Bismarck team made up of Dylan Werner Matt Gotta Preston Lerew and anchored by Jake Leingang finished 6th with a time of 17 minutes 24 point 91 seconds just over 8 seconds
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  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 2:19 PM EDT2013-06-18 18:19:08 GMT
    Minot State University President Dr. David Fuller has been criticized in a performance evaluation by outgoing University System Chancellor Ham Shirvani.Shirvani recommends no pay raise for Fuller because
    Minot State University President Dr. David Fuller has been criticized in a performance evaluation by outgoing University System Chancellor Ham Shirvani.Shirvani recommends no pay raise for Fuller because
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:21 PM EDT2013-06-18 16:21:20 GMT
    Belfield Police are asking for your help in finding this suspect. These pictures taken from surveillance video help identify a man Belfield Police are searching for. Sargeant Travis Carlson says early
    Belfield Police are asking for your help in finding this suspect. These pictures taken from surveillance video help identify a man Belfield Police are searching for. Sargeant Travis Carlson says early
  • Monday, June 17 2013 6:05 PM EDT2013-06-17 22:05:08 GMT
    The person who died in a canoeing accident at Lake Metigoshe this weekend was an airman from the 5th Bomb Wing at Minot Air Force Base. Base officials said today said 29 year old Tech. Sgt. Jason Mower
    The person who died in a canoeing accident at Lake Metigoshe this weekend was an airman from the 5th Bomb Wing at Minot Air Force Base. Base officials said today said 29 year old Tech. Sgt. Jason Mower
  • U.S. & World News

  • A large bomb exploded in the Afghan capital on Tuesday, killing at least three people on the day the international military coalition hands over responsibility for fighting the Taliban insurgency to the nascent...
    The Taliban and the U.S. said Tuesday they will hold talks on finding a political solution to ending nearly 12 years of war in Afghanistan, as the international coalition formally handed over control of the country's...
  • The House Judiciary Committee is preparing to vote on its first immigration bill this year, a tough enforcement measure giving state and local officials new powers to act against people here illegally.
    About 8 million immigrants living unlawfully in the United States would gain legal status under sweeping legislation moving toward a vote in the Senate, the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office said Tuesday, adding the...
  • In some of the biggest protests since the end of Brazil's 1964-85 dictatorship, demonstrations have spread across this continent-sized country and united people from all walks of life behind frustrations over...
    Thousands of demonstrators flooded into a square in Brazil's economic hub, Sao Paulo, on Tuesday for the latest in a historic wave of protests against the shoddy state of public transit, schools and other public services...
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