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Thursday, January 9th, 2025
Good morning, Grand Forks. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of January.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kenneth Bjerke was sentenced to 180 days in custody, with credit for 141 days served, after pleading guilty to multiple charges including methamphetamine possession and endangering law enforcement during a pursuit in Grand Forks County. Grand Forks Herald
- ➤ A Grand Forks man, Nolli Hedaira Neal Sr., received a 50-month federal prison sentence for methamphetamine distribution charges. Grand Forks Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ East Grand Forks dedicated its City Council chamber to former Mayor Lynn Stauss for his leadership during the 1997 flood recovery, alongside swearing in new Mayor Mark Olstad and council members. Grand Forks Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Altru Hospital opens a new state-of-the-art facility with a public celebration, marking a significant advancement in healthcare infrastructure. Knox News Radio
- ➤ Grand Forks Public Health, in collaboration with MyAlly Health and Spectra Health, is holding a Pap-A-Thon during January for Cervical Cancer Awareness Month to encourage cervical cancer screenings and HPV vaccinations. Knox News Radio
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Robotics Day at the Grand Forks Public Library
Experience a day of hands-on robotic activities and demonstrations designed to engage and inspire participants of all ages.
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Honor Band, Choir and Strings Festival Concert
The Honor Band, Choir, and Strings Festival Concert features talented musicians in a showcase held at the Chester Fritz Performing Arts Center.
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Pork & Brew Festival
This event features a variety of pork dishes and local brews, accompanied by live music, yard games, and a bacon eating contest, while providing VIP guests early access and exclusive perks.
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Blithe Spirit - A Comic Play by Noël Coward in Grand Forks
Blithe Spirit is a comic play that follows the story of Charles Condomine, a novelist haunted by the ghost of his first wife after a séance goes awry.
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North Dakota Fighting Hawks vs. Colorado College Tigers Men's Hockey
The University of North Dakota Men's Hockey team competes against the Colorado College Tigers at the Ralph Engelstad Arena in Grand Forks.
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