Good morning, Grand Forks.

Grand Forks Police arrested Jasper Torres after a call reported he threatened to shoot up and burn down an apartment building, and they later found him sitting on a bench at the public library—he now faces one count of terrorizing.

Border Patrol agents arrested Jose Cadena-Velasquez in Fargo after a citizen tipped officials that he was present illegally and used fraudulent documents to gain employment at Wild Bill’s Saloon — he resisted commands during a traffic stop and was taken to the Grand Forks Border Patrol Sector Headquarters — according to court documents.

On Thursday, the North Dakota Industrial Commission awarded WBI Energy a $500 million financial guarantee to build a natural gas pipeline—called Bakken East—that will deliver up to 1 billion cubic feet of gas per day to eastern communities, with Gov. Kelly Armstrong noting the project will offer a more secure power supply by moving excess gas from the Bakken. The pipeline project will support eastern areas by creating a stable energy source for growth.

Union leaders say clean energy jobs in wind and solar projects are growing fast — the sector shows a union coverage rate just above 10% compared to 7% in conventional work — and they urge North Dakota developers to improve union hiring practices.

College students in our region are getting ready to move into campus housing for the 2025-26 school year, and families are advised to arrive early and follow school-provided driving directions—NDSU's Director of Residence Life Rian Nostrum stressed that new students should get involved on campus to settle in quickly.

The chair of the North Dakota State Board of Higher Education said he will propose making interim chancellor Brent Sanford permanent while noting that a nationwide search would cost over $100,000.

Sanford, a former lieutenant governor — who has led the system since April — replaced Mark Hagerott when he left at the end of April.

On the first night of Class A football, Langdon Area-Munich is ranked second in the poll from the North Dakota Sportswriters and Sportscasters Association with three of 16 first-place votes behind defending champion Velva-Drake-Anamoose/Garrison—Thompson and teams like Dickinson Trinity, Ellendale/Edgeley-Kulm, and Minot Ryan/Our Redeemers also earned votes—and in a separate 9-man poll North Border is ranked third behind LaMoure/Litchville-Marion.

Red River’s soccer team was held scoreless when Fargo Davies beat them 2–0 at Cushman Field on Thursday—Melad Hematzada scored early and added a late goal, which dropped the team’s record to 1—2—1.

They will face Central in the Cushman Cup series on Tuesday.

Monthly Film Premiere: Space Tour

1-2:40 p.m. — Chester Fritz Library — Free entry — Experience the latest cinematic adventure with friends and family at this monthly film debut event.

Portland State vs. North Dakota Fighting Hawks Football

6-9 p.m. — Alerus Center — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the University of North Dakota Fighting Hawks as they take on Portland State in the Potato Bowl.

19th Annual Rydell Car & Bike Show

11 AM – 4 PM — Rydell Chevrolet GMC — Donations welcome — Celebrate vehicles of all kinds while supporting inclusivity in the Grand Forks community.

Grand Forks Central vs. Fargo South Freshman Football Game

4:30-6:30 p.m. — Grand Forks Central High School — Free entry — Watch local talent as the Grand Forks Central freshman football team competes against Fargo South.