Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of October.
Good morning, Grand Forks.
📰 Economy
Minnkota Power Cooperative plans to build a gas-fired power plant on purchased land in Harmony Township north of Mapleton; pending regulatory approval, the facility could begin generating power in 2031 or 2032 to help boost the local grid.
Minnkota CEO Mac McLennan said on Tuesday that the co-op purchased land in Harmony Township to build a gas-fired power plant in Cass County that could produce 400 megawatts and may start in 2031 or 2032 to ease rising grid demand.
🎓 Education
Valley Bus has suspended a driver after parents reported he sped and swore at elementary students — Grand Forks Public Schools are working with the company as it reviews the incident.
Grand Forks Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Terry Brenner will retire after this school year with his last day on June 30th, 2027.
The board will soon plan for a smooth transition and search for his replacement.
🏛️ Government
The city of East Grand Forks says the frontage road west of Highway 220 North near Pecka Trucking and Dahl Funeral Home is temporarily closed due to a storm sewer repair project — the closure will last two to three weeks.
🏥 Health
Altru Health System announced that Dr. Jeremy Gardner will begin as its Chief Medical Officer on Oct.
19 after over 16 years with the organization. He will continue practicing as an orthopedic surgeon while leading teams to deliver patient-centered care — strengthening community health.
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