Tuesday, July 1st, 2025

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Good morning, Grand Forks. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Sertoma of Greater Grand Forks will host a free 4th of July Festival on July 4th at Sertoma Park (34th Street and 11th Avenue) with a kids parade starting at 11am and activities running until 6pm. A fireworks display will follow at 10:30pm in South Grand Forks (20th Street and 47th Avenue), closing the day of celebrations. Knox News Radio
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Pembina County man Charles Dalzell, 46, was arraigned on a federal indictment charging him with two counts—one for influencing a federal official by threat and another for interstate communications with a threat to kidnap or injure—after he allegedly emailed state and federal officials including Governor Kelly Armstrong, Attorney General Drew Wrigley, and District Judge Kari Agotness following violent shootings. Knox News Radio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Dakota’s agriculture department updated its online Local Foods Map to mark farmers markets that accept SNAP benefits with a yellow star+a change aimed at helping residents locate fresh produce. Keith Knudson, executive director of the Farmers Market and Growers Association, said the update will support rural areas with limited fresh food options+and assist markets in communities facing grocery closures. Knox News Radio
- ➤ Barrels are in place on South Washington Street near the 28th Avenue South intersection as crews start construction today, reducing traffic to one lane in each direction with left turns banned and 28th Avenue South allowing only right turns until July 6. After July 6, northbound traffic will open fully while southbound traffic remains limited, and the city said the project will take about one month—weather permitting. Knox News Radio
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Attention shoppers — Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale is almost over. Shop some of the best deals of the year on top brands like Steve Madden, adidas, Lucky Brand, and more before they’re gone on Monday, Aug. 4. The Buy
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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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Boater Safety Class
5-7 p.m. — Outdoor Recreation — Free entry — Learn essential safety skills for enjoying water activities this summer.
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With limited-time deals on top brands across fashion, beauty, and home, now’s the time to grab your favorites before the sale ends on Sunday, Aug. 3.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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