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Friday, June 20th, 2025
Good morning, Grand Forks. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Forks Fire Department responded to a gas leak on June 19 at about 9:00 a.m. near the airport at 2806 Airport Drive that forced nearby building evacuations until Xcel Energy stopped the leak—no injuries were reported. Valley News Live
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Highway patrol officers arrested 53-year-old Kevin Anderson after his car swerved and blocked other drivers on I-29 near mile markers 111, 118 and 130—helped by Grand Forks County and Trail County sheriff’s offices—resulting in several charges. Knox News Radio
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ North Dakota's Department of Agriculture announced an $80K grant to help fruit and wine producers grow their businesses—proposals for research, promotion, or marketing are due by June 29. Randy Albrecht of Wolf Creek Winery said the funding will support local vineyards as they work to overcome the challenges of a short growing season. Valley News Live
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A proposed redevelopment at the site of the old water treatment plant in Grand Forks has raised neighborhood concerns about higher density and traffic impacts—particularly along Minnesota Avenue and Fourth Street. City officials say a traffic study will be needed to assess the development’s effects—ensuring safer, more efficient local roads. Knox News Radio
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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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Watercolor Painting Class for Adults
6-8 p.m. — 2110 Library Cir, Grand Forks, ND — Registration required — Explore your artistic side at this beginner-friendly watercolor painting class.
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