Good morning, Grand Forks.

Today, as harvest season ramps up and busy roads see more farm equipment, sugar beet driver Jennifer Tollefson urged local motorists to slow down—she recalled a near-miss when a car ignored a stop sign near 18 and stressed that farmers inspect equipment for safety measures.

University of North Dakota officials outlined new security measures for an upcoming Turning Point USA event and local police will help keep everyone safe — the protocols aim to prevent disruptions.

A research team from the University of North Dakota used the Meteodrone to check weather at GrandSKY on Grand Forks Air Force Base.

The project was led by Professors Mounir Chrit and Marwa Majdi with a graduate student and will help keep flights safe and boost science.

Over 100 people gathered at Josephine Campbell Recital Hall in UND’s Hughes Fine Arts Center to learn about music therapy—a method that uses music to improve health—and to celebrate the return of the Music Therapy bachelor's program after a 10-year pause.

Renowned neuroscientist Daniel Levitin spoke to share his insights while Music Therapy Program Director Carly Flaagan explained its evidence-based benefits.

At a Grand Forks County Commission meeting this week, commissioners learned that the plan to replace the intersection of U.S. Highway 2 and Airport Drive with a diamond interchange—designed to improve safety—was not included in the 2027 construction plan of the Grand Forks-East Grand Forks Transportation Infrastructure Plan. They said they will request a meeting with the North Dakota Department of Transportation to learn why the project was removed from plans.

A whistleblower hotline revealed a billing error — some Eventide residents were overcharged, and state officials launched an investigation to fix the mistake.

Affected residents may see corrected bills when the error is resolved.

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!

North Dakota Fighting Hawks Women's Basketball vs. Youngstown State Penguins

1-4 p.m. — Betty Engelstad Sioux Center — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy an exciting matchup between the Fighting Hawks and the Penguins in women's basketball action.

Randy Travis: More Life Tour

7-9:30 p.m. — Chester Fritz Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience the legendary Randy Travis alongside James Dupré as they perform classic hits live.