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Two Bismarck schools this month will host events to educate adults about how to spot signs of substance abuse among youth.

James McMahon is heavily involved in the 701 music scene. He is a teacher by day but also writes original music and is part of several local musical acts. McMahon will be playing around the area all summer, including a gig with The McMahon Brothers alongside Michael Cartwright at Laughing Sun in Bismarck on July 8. In addition to his live performances, he also wrote the music for the Capitol Shakespeare production "Love’s Labor’s Lost". That production will run from July 19th through the 23rd at the North Dakota State Capitol grounds Prairie Amphitheater.

Bismarck Public Schools is changing the grading method for middle schools. Your News Leader spoke with administrators to see how the new grading method will help students get high school ready.

Heavy snowfall has created issues at Simle Middle School. Right before spring break, employees noticed some pieces of the auditorium ceiling were out of place.

It allows the students new opportunities to collaborate online, and it gives parents a chance to get involved. Perhaps best of all, virtual learning has saved students from having to make up days.