Friday, May 29th, 2026
Good morning, Grand Forks. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Northland Community and Technical College in East Grand Forks will add a composites manufacturing training program—funded by a $215,000 grant—to offer weeklong sessions in mid-July; the program is open to those 16 and older. Knox News Radio
- ➤ Wall’s Medicine Center is hosting its Salute to Seniors Photo Contest today to help graduating seniors pay for textbooks. Graduates can submit their favorite graduation photo for a chance to win $250 (cash prize) to support their college expenses. Knox News Radio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Grand Forks sales tax collections grew in May, netting over $2.8 million mostly from March sales — pushing the year-to-date total to nearly $14.9 million and marking a 5.76% increase from last year while restaurant and lodging sales rose 1.26% in 2026. Knox News Radio
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Roughriders lost 3-2 to Bismarck Legacy in the state high school tennis tournament quarterfinal on Thursday, and Red River will face West Fargo Sheyenne in the consolation semifinals. Knox News Radio
- ➤ On May 23, the Bruins and Mustangs won state tournament games and the Packers earned the No.1 seed, while the RedHawks plan a championship run — Juan Fernandez enjoys another summer with the team. Valley News Live
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Intro to Flight Operations Training
Time not specified — Grand Forks, North Dakota — Check the event page for details — One-day training to equip first responders with UAS knowledge for emergency response scenarios.
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Kids Craft Class
10–11 AM — Arts & Crafts, 543 Holzapple St Building — $5 per child — Create fun crafts like decorated sunglasses and emoji kites.
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