Good morning, Grand Forks.

The Agristo potato processing plant groundbreaking is set for July 7.

The Belgium-based firm will build north of town after the council approved a 20-year, 90% Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) deal expected to create 300 jobs and process 250,000 tons in its first year.

North Dakota oil on the Dakota Access Pipeline is fetching nearly $7 extra per barrel in Illinois today as rising demand for jet fuel + diesel boosts its value amid market volatility from the Iran war.

Regulators said they will assess in coming months how much benefit goes to the state.

UND head hockey coach Dane Jackson announced that former Providence forward Hudson Malinoski signed an agreement to play his final season for the team during the 2026-27 season - he joins UND after strong seasons at Providence and will be introduced to the media soon.

The Grand Forks Spitfires signed Ally Hetzel, a catcher and utility player, as the first player in franchise history for the inaugural 2026 season.

Red River (4-2 win) beat Central Tuesday night at Cushman Field to secure first place in the Eastern Dakota Conference; Central hosts West Fargo today while Red River prepares to travel for a crucial match against Fargo Shanley Friday.

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.