Maiya Fleck

Dec 10, 2024 | kfyrtv.com | Maiya Fleck

BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - Middle and high school students got first-hand knowledge Monday about state and federal politics by interviewing politicians at the two-day State Student Council Convention. August Phillips is having fun with his friends at the Student Council Convention while also learning life skills, like how to work with people he might not typically get along with, who might help him in his future career. “Things like interviews, college applications, and I’m going into education.

Dec 9, 2024 | kfyrtv.com | Maiya Fleck

BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - For many people, shooting their first deer or catching their first fish is a monumental part of life. Without adaptive gear, people of all abilities might not get the opportunity. The Bismarck/Mandan non-profit Sporting Chance helps children and adults experience the outdoors. When Seth Kasper’s dad wheels him into the hunting blind, he said he feels like part of something bigger than himself. “It actually doesn’t make me feel excluded like most things.

Dec 7, 2024 | kfyrtv.com | Maiya Fleck

BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - Not all athletes are given the same opportunities. The Native American Athletic Foundation is working to provide Native American youth more educational and athletic opportunities. On Jan. 7, athletes from across the country will play in a Native American All-Star Football Game at the headquarters of the Dallas Cowboys in Texas. “It showcases talent in Indian Country, a lot of times often in Indian Country is overlooked.

Dec 6, 2024 | kfyrtv.com | Maiya Fleck

BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - When it comes to metal bands, Metallica might be one of the most well-known. They’ve topped the charts with songs like “Enter Sandman” and “Sad but True.” But, there is another kind of heavy metal they’re involved in, and this one is making a difference in the lives of students at Bismarck State College. The Metallica Scholars Initiative helps students pursue technical education programs at community colleges.

Dec 5, 2024 | kfyrtv.com | Maiya Fleck

BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - Finding childcare is a challenge for many families in Bismarck. To help fulfill this need, the University of Mary was awarded a grant from the Department of Commerce to renovate the Butler Center on South 7th Street into a licensed childcare center and preschool and open in June of next year.