Good morning, Grand Forks.

Local students learned boat driving and water safety skills during the Safe Kids Grand Forks program (teaching proper life jacket use and hypothermia awareness) as part of its 29th year event reaching nearly 800 students from 18 schools this summer.

Vonnie Larvie from New Town had a rare dual kidney transplant in Fargo after years on dialysis from a genetic disorder.

She now tells her story to bring hope to others waiting for a transplant while doctors remind everyone of the need for more organ donations.

UND softball dropped the rubber game against South Dakota on Monday at Albrecht Field, falling 7-5 with four home runs hit.

The loss drops their record to 25-18 overall, and they face Minnesota at 5 p.m. Tuesday.

North Dakota women's basketball signed Mia Jacobson as a new guard for the 2026-27 freshman class after coach Dennis Hutter announced her addition on Monday.

The 6-1 guard from Westview High School in San Diego is expected to boost the Fighting Hawks' performance.

The Grand Forks Spitfires signed their first player on Mar.

26 when they added catcher and utility player Ally Hetzel to the inaugural 2026 roster. This historic move marks a milestone for the local team.

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.

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.

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.

Arts for Vets Studio Night

6-8 p.m. — Arts for Vets — Free entry — Explore the creative process of studio artists and check out their work during an engaging evening at the gallery.