Thursday, June 5th, 2025

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Grand Forks.
Good morning, Grand Forks. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Grand Forks man was hurt in a motorcycle crash on Tomahawk Road in Lake County when he reportedly passed out and drove into a ditch—Robert Martin, 76, is now being treated at a Duluth hospital for non-life threatening injuries. Knox News Radio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new North Dakota law will require pornography websites to verify users' age by August 1—sites with over 33% sexual content must use a verification system to help protect children from harmful material. Families can sue non-compliant sites and a pending Supreme Court case may challenge the law. Valley News Live
- ➤ The Grand Forks Police Department will undergo a site-based assessment by CALEA assessors starting Monday, June 9—this review will cover areas such as patrol, investigations, and training as part of a voluntary effort to secure its fourth accreditation. Previous awards were received in 2014, 2017, and 2021. Knox News Radio
- ➤ North Dakota tribal leaders met at the state’s seventh Government-to-Government Conference and discussed uncertain federal funding and state Legislature frustrations while sharing plans for economic growth. Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Chair Jamie Azure said the tribe will launch projects like a retail center, movie theater, and bowling alley—efforts that follow improved ties built by former Gov. Doug Burgum. Knox News Radio
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local health officials said on June 2 that measles cases increased in the community and advised residents to check their vaccinations & watch for symptoms. The health department is monitoring the situation closely and will update the public if needed. Valley News Live
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Father Tom and his son Mathew Burns are visiting 20 ballparks in 21 days – they made a stop in Fargo to watch a RedHawks game as part of their summer road trip. They started in Kansas City and will attend a St. Paul Saints game next before finishing their journey at the college world series in Omaha. Valley News Live
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR This compact, easy-to-use rangefinder is packed with features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a USB-C rechargeable battery. Lightweight and accurate, it’s a great choice for casual or beginner golfers looking for reliable performance. The Buy
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Grand Forks.
-
Boater Safety Class
5-7 p.m. — Outdoor Recreation — Free entry — Learn all essential safety tips for enjoying the lake this summer.
-
Teen & Adult Book Fair
3-9 p.m. — 2110 Library Cir, Grand Forks, ND — Free entry — Celebrate literature with a variety of books and literary-themed goodies for all book lovers.
-
Boater Safety Class
5-7 p.m. — Outdoor Recreation — Free class — Master essential skills to safely enjoy the great outdoors this summer.
-
Family Skate Night
6-10 p.m. — Liberty Square — $10 per child — Enjoy an evening of family fun with open skating at the Youth & Teen Center.
-
Volts and Jolts: Exploring Electricity and Magnetism
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — 2110 Library Circle, Grand Forks, ND — Registration required — Dive into hands-on experiments that illuminate the wonders of electricity and magnetism for curious middle schoolers.
-
Sertoma 4th of July Celebration
11 AM – 6 PM — Sertoma Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with games and fun at Sertoma's festive celebration.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

A Budget-Friendly Golf Rangefinder with Premium Features
The REVASRI NK‑1000 rangefinder is a surprisingly capable option for golfers who want accuracy without spending a fortune.
Priced under $50, it includes features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a rechargeable USB-C battery. Plus, it’s compact and lightweight, easily locks onto targets, and seamlessly switches between yards and meters. It’s a great pick for casual or new golfers looking for reliable performance at a wallet-friendly price point.
Bonus: Shop more top-rated and best-selling golf products.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Grand Forks.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A word after a word after a word is power.
~ Margaret Atwood
About Daily Grand Forks
Welcome to the Daily Grand Forks, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Grand Forks, North Dakota community. If you like the Daily Grand Forks, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Grand Forks.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Grand Forks and across North Dakota. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Grand Forks
A free Grand Forks community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailygrandforks.com/sitemap