Bismarck Mandan Make Your Mark

04/07/2026

Get to know Midco, which is investing $9.1 million in Bismarck-Mandan to increase fiber access. Learn more about this local fiber internet provider.

Bismarck-Mandan residents and businesses alike can enjoy fiber-fast internet through Midco, making it easy to work remotely or launch their operations. This connectivity partner plays an important role in local infrastructure while creating jobs and investing in the community.

12/04/2025

Looking for the right opportunities to make your move? 🚀 Bismarck-Mandan has them everywhere—career paths 💼, business ventures 📈, and community connections 🤝 waiting for you. 🌟

Explore the opportunities below 👇 and see how you can make your mark in our vibrant community! 🏡✨

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12/01/2025

The Kennedy family moved to Bismarck-Mandan searching for a slower pace of life to raise their family—and they found so much more: a community full of laughter, connection, and opportunity. 🌟

Discover how you can make your mark here too. Visit makeyourmarkbisman.com
to start your story.

11/22/2025

🎅 Ever seen a herd of Santas jogging down Main Street?

We’re less than a month away from the North Dakota Santa Run, hosted by the Mandan Progress Organization —and it’s the one time of year when it’s totally normal to see hundreds of Santas dashing through town! 🏃‍♂️🎄

So grab your red suit, fluff that beard, and get ready to run, run, Rudolph! Events like this are what make life in Bismarck-Mandan so clausome—where community spirit and a little festive fun always take the lead.

✨ Discover how you can make your mark (and maybe a few snowy footprints) at https://www.makeyourmarkbisman.com/.
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This holiday season, we’re filled with gratitude, joy, and the magic of community. As a special Christmas Eve gift, we’re thrilled to debut the 2024 North Da...

11/19/2025

How do you make your mark on your community?

For Elizabeth Heinz, it starts with helping shape the next generation of North Dakota’s water workers. After 20 years away, she returned home to Bismarck and is now creating pathways for future water operators through her work.

Elizabeth is proof that coming home can be the start of something new—and that you can make an impact right here.

👉 Visit https://www.makeyourmarkbisman.com/news-and-media/p/item/65279/elizabeth-heinz-helps-attract-the-next-generation-of-water-workersto read Elizabeth's full story and learn how you can Make Your Mark in Bismarck-Mandan too!

10/15/2025

When Justice Erickson moved to Bismarck-Mandan, she didn’t know a single person. Today, she’s a confident professional, community leader, and proof that this region welcomes those ready to grow. 💪

See how Justice found her people — and her purpose — here.


Read the full article: https://www.makeyourmarkbisman.com/news-and-media/p/item/64983/justice-erickson-found-her-career-and-confidence-in-bismarckmandan

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10/11/2025

👻 Looking for a Halloween that’s equal parts spooky and unforgettable? Bismarck-Mandan has you covered!

Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park transforms into North Dakota’s legendary Halloween destination, Haunted Fort, every October. Explore haunted houses in historic military buildings, test your courage in Darkness Unleashed, or bring the little ones for Spookless Nights and the Halloween Kids Bash—complete with games, candy, and prizes!

Whether you’re a thrill-seeker or looking for family fun, fall in Bis-Man is packed with experiences you won’t find anywhere else. 🍂✨

Thinking about moving somewhere full of adventure, community, and four seasons of fun? Bismarck-Mandan is calling your name. Learn more about life here: makeyourmarkbisman.com

10/08/2025

From Atlanta to Bismarck, Moses Ilunga has discovered what so many already know—North Dakota is a place full of opportunity, community, and connection.

Now pursuing a future in cybersecurity, Moses is building his career and his life right here in Bismarck-Mandan.

✨ Ready to see why more people like Moses are choosing to call Bis-Man home? Learn more about life here: https://www.makeyourmarkbisman.com/news-and-media/p/item/63195/meet-moses-ilunga-a-bismarck-resident-who-found-a-home-in-north-dakota

10/04/2025

🍂 Did you know Bismarck-Mandan is home to one of the best pumpkin patches in the country? Every fall, Papa's Pumpkin Patch and Papa's Polar Patch draws more than 65,000 visitors to the Missouri River Bottoms for hayrides, photo ops, and plenty of pumpkins.

But here’s what makes it even more special: Papa’s runs on community. With more than 1,500 volunteers each year and nearly $1.2 million given back to local nonprofits over its history, it’s more than just fall fun—it’s a glimpse into the giving spirit that makes life here different.

From cozy family outings to big community impact, Papa’s is proof that in Bismarck-Mandan, you don’t just live here—you belong here.

✨ Thinking about making your move? Discover more about life in Bis-Man: https://www.makeyourmarkbisman.com/news-and-media/p/item/59593/bismarckmandan-is-home-to-one-of-the-best-pumpkin-patches-in-the-country

10/02/2025

Did you know North Dakota is the only state in the nation with a state-owned bank? That means people who call Bismarck-Mandan home have access to one-of-a-kind resources that open new doors for their future.

One example: the Money Personality Challenge from the Bank of North Dakota. In just 10 minutes, you can discover your money habits and get a personalized path to building financial confidence.

It’s just one of the many ways living in Bismarck-Mandan means more opportunity, more support, and more ways to make your mark.

👉 Try it for yourself at https://bnd.nd.gov/challenge/

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09/08/2025

Bismarck ND City Government Mayor Mike Schmitz and Janel Schmitz of Bank of North Dakota spoke to the Bismarck Rotary Club about the Welcome Initiative—and why in Bismarck-Mandan "home" is more than just a friendly hello.

Every day, neighbors, local businesses, and community members go out of their way to help newcomers get connected and feel like they truly belong.

Want someone to share about the Welcome Initiative at your business or organization? Contact the Chamber EDC at (701) 223-5660.

Ready to find your place here? 🌟 Visit makeyourmarkbisman.com
to see how Bismarck-Mandan can be more than a new address—it can be home.