Good morning, Grand Forks.

On Wednesday, October 8, the community will gather at the Altru Family YMCA at 215 N 7th St. in Downtown Grand Forks for the 10th Annual Pumpkins for Parkinson’s Day, featuring pumpkins on display from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., a noon program, lunch, and a dessert contest.

Proceeds from the event will support Parkinson Wellness Recovery and Rock Steady Boxing programs.

Turning Point USA and its University of North Dakota student chapter will host a ticketed presentation with political commentator Glenn Beck on Oct.

9 at the Chester Fritz Performing Arts Center (CFPAC) in Grand Forks, with doors opening at 5 p.m. for students and 5:30 p.m. for the public, and security screening along with a strict no-reentry policy in effect.

Kirsten Baesler, North Dakota’s State Superintendent, took an important step Friday toward Senate confirmation as assistant secretary of elementary and secondary education in the U.S. Department of Education.

The Senate voted to allow a final confirmation vote and she will resign from state service to join the department once government onboarding resumes—her confirmation is expected next week.

The North Dakota Public Service Commission will hold public input sessions on Monday, October 13th at noon and 6 p.m. at the Grand Forks Chamber Board Room, 202 North Street 3rd Street to review Xcel Energy's proposed electric rate increase.

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!