Friday, February 14th, 2025

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Good morning, Grand Forks. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Denny Gunderson, cherished 'Zamboni Man' at the University of North Dakota, has passed away at 85, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and dedication to the hockey community. Valley News Live
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Grand Forks is accepting sealed bids for stormwater ditch and pond cleaning projects until March 6, 2025, aiming to maintain the city's water management infrastructure. Knox News Radio
- ➤ North Dakota's active legislative efforts to restrict Chinese investments, especially in farmland, reflect a growing trend among U.S. states and at the federal level, amid broader concerns over national security. Knox News Radio
- ➤ A Senate bill crucial to the development of a Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa proposed casino resort in Grand Forks will face a vote on Friday. Knox News Radio
- ➤ Grand Forks city offices, excluding emergency services, will be closed on February 17, 2025, in observance of Presidents' Day, with alternate garbage pickup dates announced. Knox News Radio
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Time’s almost up. Amazon’s Prime Day sale wraps up today, July 11, at midnight. These are the deepest discounts we’re adding to our cart before they’re gone tomorrow: $60 off the AncestryDNA Test Kit, 50% off this Wi-Fi range extender, and $150 off the Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Headphones. The Buy
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Real Estate Investing and Entrepreneurship Workshop
This workshop focuses on various real estate investment strategies and financial independence through wealth-building techniques.
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North Country Hootenanny Featuring Pert Near Sandstone and MoonCats
An evening of folk and bluegrass music at the Empire Arts Theater in Grand Forks, ND, featuring performances by Pert Near Sandstone and the MoonCats.
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Monthly Community Involvement Committee Meeting
The GGFYP Community Involvement Committee meets monthly to plan events that engage young professionals in community service and volunteering.
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