Grand Forks Local News – Monday, February 9th, 2026

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Monday, February 9th, 2026

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

ECONOMY NEWS

➤ Regulators approved a compromise electricity rate increase for Xcel Energy customers today, keeping residential rates at 12.92% and overall increases at 10.37%. The agreement shields local ratepayers from subsidizing renewable projects in Minnesota after an initial request for a 19.34% hike. Knox News Radio

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ UND named Professor Emily Cherry Oliver and Professor Pablo de León as the 2026 Chester Fritz Distinguished Professors, recognizing their work in teaching, research and service. The announcement was made during a surprise event in a Starcher Hall classroom today. Knox News Radio

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