Good morning, Grand Forks.

Diesel prices jumped 63% during the 2026 planting season, costing North Dakota farmers nearly $88.6 million more than in 2025, a Senate Joint Economic Committee report shows.

Farmers paid $1,465 more on average per refill+ during this busy season.

UND is the only institution in ND joining the U.S. Department of Energy's Genesis Mission (an initiative to develop AI models for battery systems).

Assistant professor Jielun Zhang will lead the project at UND to build an integrated platform for energy breakthroughs and discovery.

South Central Transit will end its Medicaid and waiver transportation services on Aug.

4, affecting riders in Barnes, LaMoure, Foster, Logan, McIntosh, Griggs, Emmons, Nelson, rural Grand Forks, Ramsey, Eddy, and Stutsman counties, and families are urged to contact local legislators for alternate options.

Grand Forks Public Health is continuing routine mosquito spraying today amid rising West Nile virus concerns across the region; officials advise residents to use repellents and remove standing water to help prevent infections.

Goo Goo Dolls Concert

7:30 – 9:00 PM — Alerus Center — Tickets available — Rock out with the iconic Goo Goo Dolls and special guests Neon Trees on their U.S. tour.

Grand Cities Celebration at Jaycees Park

5:30-8 p.m. — Jaycees Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music, tasty local food, and fun activities at the Grand Cities Celebration.