Good morning, Grand Forks.

City Administrator Todd Feland said the proposed Agistro Plant may create nearly 4,900 construction jobs over three years and add between 59 and 99 students to local schools—boosting regional development with an estimated $150,000 million investment in potato storage and processing.

The Grand Forks School Board set draft school boundaries for the 2026-2027 school year due to growing student populations — final guidelines will be established by the end of summer.

The board will meet on August 14 to discuss specific changes — the plans remain preliminary.

The Grand Forks County Commission is considering a 3% tax increase for the 2026 budget — it plans to use cash in reserves to comply with a new state law capping tax rises.

The vote is scheduled for Tuesday August 5, and the county estimates having over $14 million in reserves with the new budget set at $55.9 million — about $5 million less than this year’s allocation.

On Friday, North Dakota will raise the interstate speed limit to 80 mph while Grand Forks and other areas see a drop from 75 mph to 70 mph.

The Highway Patrol said drivers will notice the slowdown more after Aug 1 — similar changes have been made in Bismarck and Fargo.

A Thompson volleyball coach won National Volleyball Coach of the Year on July 29th—his achievement marks a national recognition of his leadership in the sport.

Former Bison quarterback Trey Lance is set to start for the Chargers in their preseason opener tomorrow in Canton, Ohio—regular starter Justin Herbert will sit as Lance is expected to play through the first half and into the third quarter.

Boater Safety Class

5-7 p.m. — Outdoor Recreation — Free entry — Learn essential safety skills for enjoying time on the water this summer.