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Thursday, August 22nd, 2024
Good morning, Grand Forks. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Grand Forks gears up for a bustling weekend with a street fair, car show, marathon, and Zach Bryan concerts, leading to several street closures and anticipated traffic changes. Valley News Live
- ➤ Vision Zero advises motorists to exercise caution on roads due to increased presence of farm equipment during harvest season in North Dakota. Knox News Radio
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Texas-based firm, Agridime, was legally identified as a Ponzi scheme, adversely affecting North Dakota investors with approximately $40 million in losses. Knox News Radio
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Forks Growth Fund Committee has approved loans totaling $421,342.60 to Red River Potatoes to triple its potato processing capacity. Knox News Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The new Nathan Twining Elementary and Middle School on Grand Forks Air Force Base is projected to cost $76 million, with construction beginning next spring and 80% of funding from Department of Defense grants. Grand Forks Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ East Grand Forks City Council approved a 20% fee increase for advanced and intermediate level figure skating and hockey programs for the 2024-2025 season, aiming to balance program accessibility and revenue needs. Grand Forks Herald
- ➤ Danny Weigel, elected as the Grand Forks City Council Vice President, emphasizes teamwork and shared responsibility despite holding a leadership position. Grand Forks Herald
- ➤ U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer discussed base retention and enhancement strategies with Grand Forks Mayor Brandon Bochenski. Knox News Radio
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Fluff and Stuff: Create Your Own Stuffed Animal
Experience a fun afternoon creating your own free small stuffed animal with provided materials at Memorial Union.
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Farmer's Market Voucher Pickup at Memorial Union
Pick up a $7 Farmer's Market Voucher at the Student Involvement Office from September 9th to 13th, redeemable at the Town Square on September 14th.
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Forkin Arts & Craft Fair - Celebrate Local Artists
Experience a vibrant showcase of local artists at the Forkin Arts & Craft Fair, featuring free art activities suitable for all ages.
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Real Estate Investing and Wealth Building Workshop
Learn various strategies for earning income, building wealth, and achieving financial independence through real estate investments in a collaborative environment.
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