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Grand Forks
Friday, June 6th, 2025
Good morning, Grand Forks. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Grand Forks Fire Chief Gary Lorenz is recommended as the new Fargo fire chief while a local man was sentenced to 46 months in federal prison on June 1 after pleading guilty to Hobbs Act robbery. Additionally, David Herrera Jr. was arrested in Walsh County on May 30 following a police pursuit, public health officials urged residents to check vaccination status amid confirmed measles in the county, and troopers responded on June 2 to a Kawasaki motorcycle speeding on interstate 29 near Mayville — events that underscore growing public safety concerns. Knox News Radio
- ➤ Grand Rides launched a new bike share program today in Grand Forks — offering residents a convenient, eco-friendly way to get around. The service will expand with additional bike stations planned for coming months — aiming to improve local transportation access. Valley News Live
- ➤ Organizers confirmed that the Hawley Rodeo is scheduled for this weekend — local residents are invited to attend the traditional event. Valley News Live
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former state Senator Ray Holmberg has been transferred while Ian Kramchuck was sentenced to 46 months in federal prison for a Hobbs Act robbery on June 1—David Herrera Jr. was arrested in Walsh County on May 30. Troopers pursued a Kawasaki motorcycle on I-29 on June 2 and Grand Forks Public Health urged residents to check their vaccination status after measles cases were confirmed. Knox News Radio
- ➤ A Grand Forks dog was pepper sprayed during a mail delivery on Jun. 5 and its owner is demanding action—local postal officials are reviewing the incident. Valley News Live
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Xcel Energy said it will deliver $12.5 million on North Dakota bills through a federal tax credit for nuclear energy, and if approved by the Public Service Commission, residential customers will receive an average $4.49 monthly bill credit—totaling $53.83 over 12 months—beginning in August. Knox News Radio
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Oxford Realty plans to develop a parcel of land in Grand Forks—officials have not provided further details about the proposed project. Knox News Radio
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Boater Safety Class
5-7 p.m. — Outdoor Recreation — Free entry — Learn all essential safety tips for enjoying the lake this summer.
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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.
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Boater Safety Class
5-7 p.m. — Outdoor Recreation — Free class — Master essential skills to safely enjoy the great outdoors this summer.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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