Wednesday, February 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Grand Forks. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Grand Forks conducts a study focused on improving pedestrian safety and mobility due to area growth, potentially influencing future school construction. Knox News Radio
- ➤ Les Schwab Tires is expanding its 'Tires for Purpose' program to donate new tire sets to 16 more nonprofits in the Upper Midwest by 2025, alongside opening 16 new stores. Knox News Radio
- ➤ The Grand Forks Police Department will participate in the 'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over' campaign from March 1-31, 2025, to target impaired drivers and enhance roadway safety. Knox News Radio
DRINK NEWS
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HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust awarded Altru Health System in Grand Forks $4.2 million for advanced ultrasound and echocardiogram technology as part of a wider $27.4 million initiative enhancing ultrasounds across North Dakota. Knox News Radio
- ➤ Dr. Barry Bjorgaard, a specialist in cardiovascular surgery at Altru, has been recognized as Physician of the Quarter for his outstanding patient care. Knox News Radio
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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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