Good morning, Grand Forks.

Thousands turned up at the UND Turning Point USA event — drawing a large crowd on campus as local organizers noted strong engagement.

University of North Dakota will celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day on Monday, Oct.

13 at 2 p.m. in the Memorial Union Small Ballroom as the Indigenous Student Center hosts guest speaker Anton Treuer while the event is streamed on Zoom for remote attendees.

The Bank of North Dakota announced it will launch Roughrider coin—the state’s first stablecoin—in partnership with Fiserv to improve money transfers and bank transactions.

President Don Morgan said the move will modernize banking and could allow North Dakotans to use the coin for daily transactions.

North Dakota approved a relief program on Wednesday that offers an estimated 9,200 federal workers low-interest loans to cover lost wages during the shutdown—loans to be repaid when the government reopens and workers receive back pay.

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.