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Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Grand Forks. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UND graduate students from NCoBPA attended a five-day Business & Government Symposium on Capitol Hill, connecting classroom lessons with hands-on engagement in corporate headquarters and government offices in Washington. Their immersive trip reinforces a long-standing experiential-learning program at UND. Knox News Radio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The DEA will host its 30th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Apr. 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 130 sites, including locations in North Dakota, to offer residents a free and anonymous way to dispose of unused medications. Valley News Live
- ➤ The Public Service Commission reminds residents that safe digging in April requires calling 811 at least two business days ahead of any excavation to mark underground utility lines and prevent costly accidents. Fines of up to $25,000 may be imposed if guidelines are not followed. Knox News Radio
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Grand Forks native Casey Purpur was named head coach of Moorhead High girls varsity hockey team after eight years as an assistant with Edina, where he guided teams to three state-championships. He replaces Ryan Kraft and brings local hockey experience including a championship as captain at Grand Forks Central. Valley News Live
- ➤ A total of 36,353 hunters harvested nearly 21,000 deer during the 2025 gun season in North Dakota — the Game and Fish Department is now developing license recommendations for the 2026 season. Valley News Live
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Give Parents a Break Program
5-9 p.m. — Child Development Center (CDC) — Free for eligible parents — Enjoy a few hours off while your kids are entertained in a supportive environment.
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PMP Certification Training
9 AM – 5 PM — Grand Forks, North Dakota — Contact for details — Gain valuable project management skills with this comprehensive training course.
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Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) Course
11 AM - 7 PM — Grand Forks, North Dakota — Course Fee Included — Elevate your project management skills with a globally recognized Scrum certification.
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Honor Band, Choir & Strings Festival Concert
1:30-4:30 p.m. — Chester Fritz Performing Arts Center — Admission details not provided — Experience the talent of high school musicians performing in a selected ensemble led by UND faculty.
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The Orange Bag Donation Drive
10 AM - 1 PM — Optimist Park Warming House — Free parking — Collecting donations in orange bags to support local nonprofits and strengthen community bonds.
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