Good morning, Grand Forks.

The Grand Forks Sertoma Club gave its Jay Seeger Service to Mankind Award to Brad Sherwood this week.

The award recognizes Sherwood’s lifelong dedication to education and the arts — he graduated from UND in 1984 and has significantly impacted the local community.

Armada announced a new partnership with drone maker Skydio during the two-day UAS Summit and Expo at the Alerus Center on October 14th and 15th.

CEO Dan Wright said the mobile AI data centers—able to be set up in days—will process drone data in real time while boosting jobs and lowering taxes in the state.

UND Theatre opened its 2025-26 season in late September with pop-up previews and community partner programs that invite Greater Grand Forks residents to enjoy live shows — the season is themed 'Our Community.

Our Voices' to reflect President Andy Armacost's focus on community.

North Dakota is awarding $4 million to North Dakota Country Fest and $3 million to restore the Urbain Cote Round Barn for a dairy museum as part of a state effort to boost tourism.

The grants—part of $15 million in tourism projects—will support improvements for the fest scheduled for July 8-11 and the agritourism site planned near Dunseith.

Grand Forks will begin vacuum leaf collection the week of October 20th with crews making two complete passes through the city if weather permits — residents should pile leaves on the berm within 3 ft of the curb and remove plastic bags before taking them to a yard waste drop site.

North Dakota Insurance Commissioner Jon Godfread warned that without renewed tax credits, health insurance costs will rise steeply in 2026—affecting about 30,000 people and increasing premiums by $378 to $3,735 based on income.

A committee of North Dakota lawmakers will soon decide whether to endorse four bill drafts that could help the state secure more federal funding through the Rural Health Transformation Program — a grant aimed at boosting rural behavioral health, workforce, infrastructure and disease prevention. The state must submit a detailed plan for its funding use by Nov. 5.

Veterans facing criminal charges can join Veterans Treatment Court if they plead guilty to nonviolent offenses and commit to at least one year in the program.

Mentors who also served guide veterans—helping them access counseling and health services to get sober.

The Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks signed infielder Tucupita Marcano for their 2026 American Association season.

Marcano, who was banned from MLB in 2024 after placing over $150K in bets, played 149 games for San Diego and Pittsburgh—adding to his record from international play.

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.