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Grand Forks
Friday, September 12th, 2025
Good morning, Grand Forks. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local schools are teaching students about 9/11 using interactive lessons and firsthand accounts to explain the event’s national impact—teachers said the approach helps bring history to life. Valley News Live
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A North Dakota judge rejected Energy Transfer’s request to pause a free speech lawsuit filed overseas by Greenpeace International—Greenpeace said the case follows claims of conspiracy and defamation linked to pipeline protests. The decision means that Greenpeace’s counter-suit under an EU directive and Energy Transfer’s pending case will continue. Knox News Radio
- ➤ North Dakota is still waiting for a federal disaster relief response after Gov. Kelly Armstrong requested help on July 21 for tornado damage that hit on June 20-21. The Emergency Commission has authorized spending $16 million from FEMA and $2 million in state funds—pending presidential approval—and emergency management director Darin Hanson expects an answer by early October. Knox News Radio
- ➤ Gov. Kelly Armstrong has ordered U.S. and North Dakota flags to fly at half-staff from today until sunset Sunday, Sept. 14—this move shows respect for Charlie Kirk, a Turning Point USA founder fatally shot in Utah, and he urges residents to lower their flags at homes and businesses. Knox News Radio
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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