Good morning, Grand Forks.

Tyler Wilson, a Grand Forks resident and UND graduate, filed a trademark application for the Fighting Sioux name on May 15, 2025 and UND opposed it in March, prompting the Engelstad Foundation to back him in an ongoing legal dispute (his legal team later moved to dismiss the case).

Happy Harry's is hosting its final charity golf tournament today at Grand Forks Country Club, marking its 25th year with 38 teams and 152 golfers participating.

More than $680,000 has been raised for the Empire Arts Center, and the event offers 50 silent auction items and prize packages.

The North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality added Lake Ashtabula and Sykeston Dam to the harmful algal bloom advisory list, raising the count to 10 risk areas.

Residents are urged to avoid contact with these waters (blue-green algae may cause illness).

NDOT crews began concrete repairs on the 32nd Avenue South overpass today by keeping one lane open in each direction — the lane closures are expected to last two months.

Two North Dakota families are suing a Grafton hospital after DNA tests revealed a 1988 baby switch that left them separated from their biological sons for 36 years, and they allege negligence while seeking damages.

Essentia Health named Jason Craig as executive vice president of administration and operations on Monday, Aug.

3 — he will work with CEO Dr. David Herman and clinical teams to support care across Minnesota, North Dakota and Wisconsin.

Altru Health System will name Heather Strandell as chief operating officer effective Sept.

7. She brings 30 years of healthcare experience and will oversee inpatient and outpatient operations to support a high-quality patient experience.