Good morning, Grand Forks.

Grand Forks police responded to an accident at the intersection of South Columbia Road and 24th Avenue South—where a motorcycle rider sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital while the pick-up driver and passenger remained unharmed and traffic backed up during the investigation.

Gasoline prices in Grand Forks now range from $2.65 to $2.89 with an average of $2.86 after dropping one cent last week, according to GasBuddy — state prices vary from $2.56 to $3.79 while the national average is $3.15.

Regional offices in North Dakota have expanded housing aid services using increased state funding—$10 million for homelessness prevention with $2 million allocated to Community Action Agencies—to help people quickly secure rental assistance and rapid re-housing.

Andrea Werner, director of the Bismarck office, said the programming was in place by early September.

The Bureau of Land Management is holding a lease sale today at the Freedom Mine north of Beulah — Coteau Properties has applied to lease 1,070 acres with about 18.3 million tons of recoverable coal, which could keep the mine in operation until 2045.

The mine supplies coal for nearby power plants.

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.

Cole Swindell Concert

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Alerus Center — Tickets starting at $39 — Enjoy an exciting night of country music with Cole Swindell in Grand Forks.

2025 Relate Care Clinic Annual Fundraising Banquet

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Alerus Center — Tax-deductible contribution — Support local women's healthcare at this annual fundraising event.

Motown Magic

7:30-9 p.m. — Chester Fritz Performing Arts Center — $93/$83/$73/$63/$53/$43 — Experience the harmonious sounds and vibrant performances of Motown's greatest hits.