Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
Good morning, Grand Forks.
DHI Sweet Street is a local bakery—run by Development Homes Inc.—that makes all treats from scratch and offers quality jobs to 15 people with disabilities while serving customizable cakes and a variety of baked goods.
The bakery has won awards for Best Donuts and Best Cakes—its team works like a family as they build new job skills.
The North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality is monitoring Canadian wildfires that are expected to lower air quality in the coming days and warns sensitive groups—people with lung disease, asthma and older adults—to avoid heavy outdoor effort.
Residents are advised to reduce activities that add to pollution and check AirNow.gov for current conditions.
House Minority Leader Zac Ista from Grand Forks asked for an advisory opinion from the state Ethics Commission after receiving an all-expenses-paid, five-day educational trip in September from Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs+ Ista said he has not yet decided whether to attend while noting the trip will show Israel's own perspectives on culture and government.
Today the state expanded its medical marijuana program to include low-dose THC edibles with 5 mg per serving and 50 mg per package — the change also makes medical cards valid for two years, offers telehealth screenings and allows out-of-state cardholders to get a temporary 60-day card, while edibles will be available later this month.
Demers Avenue in Grand Forks will have one lane in each direction starting Monday, August 4 for repair work on the Columbia Road Overpass—lane closures that will last two weeks, weather permitting.
The North Dakota State Bison started fall camp on Wednesday under coach Tim Polasek and are missing key players like former quarterback Cam Miller, who now plays with the Raiders, leaving only two offensive linemen returning.
The camp will continue for weeks as standout Bryce Lance—named to the Walter Payton Award watchlist—leads the offense while veteran defenders prepare for the season opener against Citadel down South.
Boater Safety Class
5-7 p.m. — Outdoor Recreation — Free entry — Learn essential safety skills for enjoying time on the water this summer.
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