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Thursday, April 10th, 2025

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Good morning, Grand Forks. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of April.

CRIME NEWS

  • Jeffrey Simpson Jr. was sentenced Wednesday afternoon to 25 years in prison on charges including attempted murder following a March 2024 shootout with officers at an apartment complex in Grand Forks—no one was injured.  Valley News Live

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The state House passed Senate Bill 2241 to let public charter schools operate with their own governing boards while following public school rules—schools must meet performance benchmarks set by the Department of Public Instruction, cannot charge tuition or teach a religious curriculum, and will receive about $8,160 per student in state funding for 2024-25.  Knox News Radio

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The City of Grand Forks said road construction season will start next week when North Washington Street will be reduced to one lane—local drivers should plan for delays. City crews will work on repairs and advise drivers to use alternate routes during the project.  Knox News Radio

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • PBR: Velocity Tour

    8 PM – 11 PM — Alerus Center — Check ticket prices — Experience thrilling bull riding action with top athletes facing fierce bulls.

    Fri, 4/11/25

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  • Driving Range Opening Day

    10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. — Outdoor Recreation — Memberships start at $50 — Kick off the season with trap, skeet, and archery activities at Grand Forks AFB.

    Mon, 4/21/25

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  • An Evening with 3 Farm Daughters

    4:30-6:00 p.m. — Prohibition Comedy & Event Room — Free for members, $25 for non-members — Explore the inspiring journey of three sisters turning their family farm passion into a thriving business.

    Thu, 5/8/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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