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Saturday, June 28th, 2025

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Good morning, Grand Forks. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of June.

CRIME NEWS

  • A Barnes County man named William Smith was arrested in Oriska on terrorizing charges after a woman reported he threatened to shoot her ex-husband and caused a scene by throwing a wedding ring at her car, blocking her exit with a shelf, and grabbing keys — Smith denies the shooting threat and faces charges including DUI, theft, and drug offenses.  Valley News Live

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Grand Forks Mayor Brandon Bochenski broke ground for the Altru Sports Complex Friday morning near the Alerus Center — the new facility will have indoor turf and aquatic services and is expected to be fully operational by fall 2027. Several dignitaries attended the groundbreaking which marked years of planning.  Knox News Radio

HEALTH NEWS

  • Tribal officials said residents on the Spirit Lake Reservation have been told not to drink local water since late May because manganese levels were dangerously high. Crews will start flushing the water system Monday and officials expect the water to be safe by mid-August.  Valley News Live

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 7/4/25

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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.

    Mon, 7/14/25

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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