View of RHS Bar & Grill from school side

Reprinted in part from the Bismarck Tribune (Spring 2008) [After the school closed in the mid1990's, ownership eventually fell to the city, which considered tearing down the building.] "The new owners of the former Riverdale school building intend to have the place humming with activity again. Lee Bertsch of Bertsch Construction in Bismarck and his wife, Jane, are remodeling the building into a restaurant, bar, hotel and fitness facility. 'An opportunity arose, and we saw that we could hlep the community', their son, Cole said. 'The town didn't want it torn down. Not only did we save it for the community, it will be bringing more jobs, more people to the community.' The Knights Bar & Grill took its name from the team mascot of the former Riverdale High School. The red-and-black decor reflects the school colors. The bar and grill is using the former kitchen and cafeteria. The bar will have three large-screen televisions, including a 106-inch projector screen. The restaurant will serve a full menu, from burgers to steaks. The hotel will be named Riverdale High Lodge. The building's hardwood floors are being preserved and there will be 20 hotel suites. There will also be a 24-hour fitness center with new equipment."