Samantha Sayler

Bismarck

Multimedia Journalist at KX Television

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Bismarck Airport holds tri-annual training exercise

Jun 24, 2024 | kxnet.com | Samantha Sayler

BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) — Around 12 different agencies gathered for a training exercise on Monday. Local police, fire, EMS, and other first responders were on the scene for the tri-annual Bismarck Airport training exercise. The exercise is a requirement from the FAA set to happen once every three years and is meant to simulate real-life situations. Agencies then gather to act out how they would respond to such an event. Monday, they acted on how they would respond to a drone flying into a plane.
Church of St. Joseph celebrates 100 years

Jun 23, 2024 | kxnet.com | Samantha Sayler

MANDAN, ND (KXNET) — The Church of Saint Joseph in Mandan held a big event celebrating 100 years of consecration on Sunday, June 23. “The church was built in 1904,” shares Father Josh Waltz, “but it wasn’t consecrated until 1924. And the reason for that was when they initially built the building, it was built for 50 thousand dollars. Which is insane. 50 grand.
Old time photography celebrated at Former Governor's Mansion

Jun 22, 2024 | kxnet.com | Samantha Sayler

BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) — Just about everyone you know has a camera in their pocket thanks to smartphones. But more than 100 years ago, getting your picture taken was a big deal. That’s why families were invited to the former governor’s mansion in Bismarck on Saturday, June 22 —to celebrate photography. The historic home on East Avenue B was hosting ‘Old time photography day’. Part of it was to show people just how far cameras and images have come in the last 140 years.
BisMan Triathlon takes place at McDowell Dam

Jun 22, 2024 | kxnet.com | Samantha Sayler

BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) — Saturday marked an early wakeup call for roughly 160 men and women in the Capital City area — all of whom were eager to make a splash in this year’s BisMan Triathlon. “We’ve got a really great cheer crew,” states Race Director Brian Jackson, “so it’s pretty fun.”The triathlon started in the capital city in 2010, and over time, has built a tremendous following of athletes who come from across the country to compete.
701 Kayaking fundraiser makes a difference for veterans

Jun 19, 2024 | kxnet.com | Samantha Sayler

BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) — One nonprofit is giving back to local-area veterans in a major way. Through fundraising efforts like one held Wednesday evening in Bismarck, 701 Kayaking is working to provide kayak excursions to those who have served our country. Their goal is to raise funds to purchase 14 new kayaks, as they are looking to expand the program to help more veterans in need. President and founder of the organization, David Patch, says that the idea for 701 Kayaking came after kayaking.
Housing and Homeless Forum held in Bismarck

Jun 19, 2024 | kxnet.com | Samantha Sayler

BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) — The 2024 Housing and Homeless Forum was held Wednesday morning. The forum was a chance for nonprofits and other organizations in Bismarck and Mandan to meet to discuss issues and barriers that those who are homeless or struggling to find housing face every day.
Rain turns the Shaggy Shuffle into the Soggy Shuffle

Jun 18, 2024 | kxnet.com | Samantha Sayler

BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) — A little rain may have put a damper on some of the festivities, but the Shaggy Shuffle continued on Tuesday night. Organizers from the Central Dakota Humane Society called it the “Soggy Shuffle” due to the rain. Many families and their dogs made the trip to Sertoma Park to partake in the fundraising event. Though the vendor booths did not happen, the fun was still had by all. One kind-hearted nine-year-old even helped out with the fundraising effort.
Performance brings poetry to life through dance

Jun 18, 2024 | kxnet.com | Samantha Sayler

BISMARCK ND (KXNET) — A fusion of poetry, music, and modern dance is coming to Bismarck. “Word Dances: Poetry in Motion” is a performance that features dances choreographed to select poems from a new poetry book, “Time to Soar: Word Dances and Bird Songs for Every Season,” written by dancer-poet Katie Bruckbauer of Fargo and illustrated by Mary Jo Savageau of Bismarck.
Sanford volunteer shares experience working in the NICU

Jun 17, 2024 | kxnet.com | Samantha Sayler

BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) — Like many who retire, Terry Frieboes had plans. Terry’s plans were to crotchet and rock babies to sleep. She has been volunteering in the NICU for a year and a half. “When I’m with the babies, it’s just the babies. They are great to be able to hold. And it’s just rewarding to know that they like to be held,” Frieboes said. Frieboes says that her volunteer work is important. Not only for the babies but for the families as well.
One small North Dakota town defines the meaning of Father's Day

Jun 16, 2024 | kxnet.com | Samantha Sayler

North Dakota (KXNET) —The third Sunday in June is celebrated annually as Father’s Day. Father’s Day is a day born out of love, gratitude, and appreciation for the men who shape our lives in meaningful ways. This Father’s Day, many in the community are celebrating their father, father figure, or a special person in their life that took on a paternal role. Some spend the day with their fathers fishing, having a nice barbecue, or simply spending quality time with family.