Grand Forks Local News – Friday, January 9th, 2026

Daily Grand Forks

Friday, January 9th, 2026

Good morning, Grand Forks. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ Alerus Center is celebrating 25 years with 25 Days of Giveaways offering prizes such as event tickets and local services starting Jan. 17; entries close Jan. 16 at 11:59 p.m. at the venue in Grand Forks. Knox News Radio
➤ Grand Forks Children’s Museum received a $250,000 grant from the Northern Plains to expand its interactive exhibits & educational programs. The funding will support plans for new displays & community outreach. Knox News Radio

ECONOMY NEWS

➤ North Dakota agriculture leaders are working to open new international markets for soybeans after the trade war with China changed export trends. State advocates will visit Vietnam and Thailand next week to boost opportunities for soybean and biofuel production. Valley News Live

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ State School Superintendent Levi Bachmeier invites community members to nominate a PreK-12 teacher for County Teacher of the Year as part of the state’s teacher honor program — nominations close Feb. 8. Knox News Radio

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