Good morning, Grand Forks.

Police say two women in East Grand Forks have been charged with third degree murder after a fatal overdose on fentanyl on August 19 just before 10:00 a.m.—44-year-old Rachel Boswell and 31-year-old Megan Thorsen are accused after a woman died at a house on 5th Avenue Northeast.

A Grand Forks woman, Megan Thorsen, 31, was charged with distributing fentanyl to inmates at the Grand Forks County Correctional Center on Aug 29—court records show she faces a Class A felony for delivering a controlled substance.

On August 31 at 4:32 a.m., 28-year-old De’Angelo Brent allegedly fired multiple rounds at 27-year-old Antonio Locke after a verbal argument with a woman—Locke was on a porch and required surgery after being struck while an eight-year-old was present—and Brent now faces charges.

A Grand Forks woman, 31-year-old Megan Thorsen, was charged with a Class A felony on Aug 29 after she allegedly distributed fentanyl to inmates at the Grand Forks County Correctional Center; court records detail the controlled substance delivery charge.

The North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality is watching smoke from Canadian wildfires and warns that people with lung or heart problems—including children and older adults—should avoid heavy outdoor activity.

Residents are advised to check current air quality conditions and limit actions that add to the pollution.

Today, Grand Forks appointed a new fire chief—Deputy Fire Chief Chuck Marcott—after city council approved his selection; he will lead the fire department immediately.

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.