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Thursday, September 26th, 2024

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Good morning, Grand Forks. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Grand Forks firefighters are fundraising through their Fill the Boot program, supporting over 250,000 people with neuromuscular diseases by collecting donations on the streets from September 25th to 27th.  Valley News Live
  • Memorial Village One in Grand Forks is complete with tenants and a 90% tax exemption for 20 years, facilitating UND's athletic offices' move to the location, with Memorial Village II now under construction.  Knox News Radio

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Lane departure crashes led to over half of North Dakota's motor vehicle fatalities in 2023, prompting Vision Zero to advocate for driver vigilance and road safety improvements.  Knox News Radio

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The University of North Dakota sees its third-highest enrollment ever with 15,019 students this fall, marking significant growth in undergraduate and diverse student populations.  Grand Forks Herald
  • A narcotics task force is investigating after a Valley Middle School student was potentially exposed to an undisclosed substance, with affected classrooms cleaned as a precaution.  Grand Forks Herald

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded $4.2 million to Project Tundra in North Dakota, marking the first installment of up to $350 million to support the development of carbon capture technology at a coal plant.  Knox News Radio

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Defense Department awarded Project ULTRA $3.5 million for military cargo transport drone demonstrations in Grand Forks, set for summer 2025.  Grand Forks Herald
  • Paul Gorte is retiring after a decade as East Grand Forks Economic Development Director, having made the department more transparent and credible.  Grand Forks Herald

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Murray State Racers vs. North Dakota Fighting Hawks Football Game

    Experience a thrilling college football match as the North Dakota Fighting Hawks host the Murray State Racers in a competitive showdown at the Alerus Center.

    Sat, 9/28/24

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  • Midtown Marketplace Fall Fest Celebration

    Celebrate the arrival of fall with fun activities and community spirit at the Midtown Marketplace.

    Sun, 9/29/24

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  • Oktoberfest Celebration in Grand Forks

    Celebrate four years of Oktoberfest with music from Matt Hodek & the Dakota Dutchmen, delicious German cuisine, and traditional festivities hosted by the Valley Senior Living Foundation.

    Thu, 10/3/24

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  • Valley Senior Living on Columbia Fall Craft and Bake Sale

    Experience a delightful day of shopping for unique fall crafts and delicious baked goods at this community event.

    Fri, 10/4/24

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  • East Grand Forks Arts and Crafts Fair

    Experience a vibrant showcase of local artistry and creativity at this community-centric arts and crafts fair.

    Sat, 10/5/24

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  • Coffee & Conversation with Graduate School Dean Chris Nelson

    Experience engaging discussions over coffee with Graduate School Dean Chris Nelson, while enjoying a complimentary beverage or pastry.

    Tue, 10/8/24

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  • Real Estate Investing and Wealth Creation Workshop

    Learn strategies for achieving financial independence through real estate investment and entrepreneurship with a focus on various investment methods and financial literacy.

    Wed, 10/9/24

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  • Providence College Friars vs. North Dakota Fighting Hawks Men's Hockey

    Experience an exciting college hockey matchup between the Providence College Friars and North Dakota Fighting Hawks at Ralph Engelstad Arena.

    Sat, 10/12/24

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  • Real Estate Investing and Wealth Building Workshop

    Learn strategies for financial independence through real estate investing, networking, and wealth-building techniques in a supportive environment.

    Wed, 10/16/24

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  • North Dakota Fighting Hawks Face Off Against Northern Iowa Panthers

    Experience an exciting college football showdown as the North Dakota Fighting Hawks take on the Northern Iowa Panthers at the Alerus Center.

    Sat, 10/19/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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