Good morning, Grand Forks.

Nearly $20 million in federal funds will repair the runway at Grand Forks Air Force Base using money for materials + planning, travel, labor and equipment.

The work is set to finish by September next year.

The North Dakota Public Service Commission has scheduled public hearings on October 13 at noon and 6 p.m. — held in Bismarck, Grand Forks at 202 North 3rd Street #100, Fargo, and Minot — to gather input on a proposed Xcel Energy rate increase.

The proposed change — if approved by the Commission — would raise rates by 19.3% and affect all retail electric customers.

The North Dakota Public Service Commission will hold a public input session Monday, October 13 at the Chamber Board Room on 202 North Street in Grand Forks — participants can provide comments in person or by telephone about the proposed Xcel Energy rate increase.

Gov. Kelly Armstrong + Lt. Gov. Michelle Strinden and state agency representatives met with leaders of the MHA Nation including Chairman Mark Fox to talk about challenges and opportunities for building state-tribal partnerships; the daylong meeting was part of the governor’s promise to visit all five tribal nations in his first year in office.

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.

Sensory Storytime

10-10:45 a.m. — Grand Forks Public Library — Free entry — Engage in storytime, crafts, and playground fun for children of all abilities.

MercyMe Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Alerus Center — Tickets starting at $35 — Experience an uplifting evening of live Christian music with MercyMe.

Monster Mash Bash

8:00 PM — The Opal Event Center — Check ticket price — Get ready to dance the night away at the Monster Mash Bash, where spooky beats and wicked fun await!