Good morning, Grand Forks.

A former executive director of Northlands Rescue Mission addressed their termination in a public statement + details of the decision remain undisclosed.

Everett Jones, the former executive director of Northlands Rescue Mission, said he does not know why he was dismissed five months after starting—he also dismissed rumors of substance use—and a community meeting to address the leadership changes will be held today from 6 to 8 p.m. at Valley Christian Church.

UND Aerospace now offers FAA-approved aircraft dispatcher courses after completing a long review process to meet federal standards; the program joins only 52 institutions nationwide + it meets a long-held goal for providing new career paths in aviation.

Gov. Kelly Armstrong has appointed Levi Bachmeier from West Fargo School District as the state superintendent of public instruction; he will take charge after former superintendent Kirsten Baesler becomes a U.S. Department of Education assistant secretary — Bachmeier has served as business manager since 2019 and advised Gov. Doug Burgum.

North Dakota Health and Human Services warned that if the shutdown continues past Oct.

31, SNAP benefits will be paused beginning Nov. 1 for all eligible recipients — affecting thousands of local families — as officials await federal guidance on when benefits may resume.

The City of Grand Forks issued one citation and one written warning under its homeless encampment ordinance this summer—Deputy Chief Brett Johnson said the tool has rarely been needed.

City officials and coalition partners are monitoring local trends and note fewer homeless cases during the winter months while working to connect residents with services.

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.