Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of September.
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🏘️ Community
The Annual KNOX Charity Golf Tournament presented by Hugo's Family Marketplace is being held today at Valley Golf Course in East Grand Forks to benefit the Listen Center.
Check-in and lunch are scheduled for 11 a.m. with a shotgun start at 12 noon.
💼 Business
The U.S. Trustee’s Office has asked a judge to convert Jade Presents’ bankruptcy to Chapter 7 liquidation—arguing the company and its affiliate Tickets300 have not updated their financial records since May 2025.
A response to the motion is due in court by Oct. 8.
📰 Economy
The East Grand Forks Economic Development Authority reported since January that 17 startup prospects have become established businesses (65 percent success rate), including ventures in personal care, dispensaries, services, retail and dining.
Director Maggie Brockling said increased construction and renovation permits signal a growing local economy.
🎓 Education
The U.S. Education Department and State Department are investigating UND’s School of Aerospace for incomplete government disclosures (and claims of ties to Chinese aviation companies linked to China’s military).
UND must provide its full list of foreign financial gifts within the next 30 days.
🌲 Environment
The DEQ added advisories for three waterbodies, including Larimore Dam in Grand Forks and Horsehead Lake added on Sept.
11, raising the statewide total to 20. Officials advise checking water conditions to avoid blue-green algae toxins.
🏥 Health
Milnor farmer Jesse Arth said dry, hot summers are stressing his 30-year career and impacting his well-being.
Fergus Falls Public Library will host a suicide-prevention workshop for farmers on Thursday, Oct. 1 at 10 A.M.
🏈 Sports
The Hawks swept the Deacons 3-0 on Tuesday, Sept.
15 as dominant net play (and strong serving) helped secure the victory.
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