Good morning, Grand Forks.

Kylee Schmiesing became the first community health worker at Coal Country Community Health Center in October 2023—she assists patients in Beulah, Hazen, Center and Killdeer in managing conditions like COPD, congestive heart failure, hypertension, diabetes and chronic kidney disease under the Medicare Chronic Care Management program. Her work shows how community health workers connect residents with local health resources in rural areas.

As respiratory illness season approaches, Grand Forks Public Health urges everyone aged six months and older to get their flu and COVID-19 vaccines to prevent severe illness—vaccines are available on Walk-in Wednesdays on Oct.

15, 22, and 29 from 12 to 4 p.m. at the Grand Forks County Office Building.

An NDSU alum scored a touchdown for the Cowboys on October 11, giving his team a boost in a close game—his play set a positive tone that helped them as they prepared for upcoming matchups.

Professional bull riders will perform at the Alerus Center on Feb.

6th and Feb. 7th next year. Top competitors will battle for points and a finals spot in May— with sessions starting at 8 p.m. on Feb. 6th and 7 p.m. on Feb. 7th.

UND played St. Thomas on October 10th, 2025 and the game highlights showcased key plays and strategic moves—detailing the team’s competitive effort throughout the contest.

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.

Styx & Loverboy Concert

1:30-9 p.m. — Alerus Center — Tickets required — Experience an unforgettable night with rock legends Styx and Loverboy performing classic hits from the 70s and 80s.