Good morning, Grand Forks.

State data centers saw their sales tax exemptions climb from $5.4 million in 2021 to over $65 million last year, adding 332 jobs from 2021 to 2025.

Lawmakers plan to discuss community benefit agreements and new transparency rules for future projects.

Altru Health System began constructing a new behavioral health facility north of the new hospital this summer.

The 17,000 sqft, $18 million project will add 48 inpatient beds and outpatient space, and patients are expected to begin care between January and June 2027.

Altru and Encompass Health announced that Rob Holcomb will join Altru Rehabilitation Hospital as CEO; he brings 15 years of leadership experience from University of Florida Health Shands Hospital and is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives.

Dale Hertel, a Hall of Fame coach known for leading Fargo South and Concordia College teams, died Tuesday, Aug.

25 at 76. He guided the Bruins to eight state championships and earned national coaching honors, leaving a legacy cherished by the local sports community.

UND Football begins its 2026 season tonight at the Alerus Center against LIU.

The Fighting Hawks, coming off last season’s playoff run and with Lance Rucker sidelined after surgery, aim for a 1-0 start as Jerry Kaminski leads the offense while LIU is expected to pose a strong challenge.