Good morning, Grand Forks.

A passerby in Grand Forks called police around 12:30 p.m. on September 23 reporting a woman's body in the river north of the Riverside Dam boat ramp on the west side—authorities responded promptly.

North Dakota lawmakers approved a draft bill to set a clear process when the governor vetoes bills after a session — the plan calls for the Legislature to reconvene on the third Wednesday of June — and it comes after problems with Gov. Kelly Armstrong's line-item veto.

The North Dakota Legislature is forming an interim committee and planning a special session to manage $500 million in federal rural health care funds provided through the Rural Health Transformation Program.

The program will give the state at least $100 million each year starting in 2026—Sarah Aker from the health department said.

Harwood Mayor Hankey said on the radio that repeated worries about the new AI data center—such as water use, noise, and electricity costs—have been answered and noted that most opposition comes from Fargo and Moorhead.

The $3 billion facility by Applied Digital is being built a mile southeast with construction already begun and expected to continue through winter.

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.

Gabriel Iglesias: Stand-Up Comedy Show

8-10 p.m. — Alerus Center — Ticket prices vary — Laugh along with one of the world's most beloved comedians, Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias.

World Ballet Company's The Great Gatsby

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Chester Fritz Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $83 — Experience the elegance of ballet reimagining the classic tale in Grand Forks.

Haunted Stacks

2-5 p.m. — Grand Forks Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy crafts, games, and spooky surprises as you celebrate Halloween with treats and tunes from DJ Patrick.