Good morning, Grand Forks.

Last week, hundreds of unmanned aircraft systems experts gathered at the Alerus Center with 750 attendees from 35 states and six countries making it the largest UAS Summit and Expo in its 19th year.

BBI International — a Grand Forks-based conference producer — organized the summit where academics, defense leaders and industry players discussed the region's growing role as a hub for unmanned innovation.

Amid a nationwide skills shortage, North Dakota is boosting career and technical education to help more students earn needed credentials+ Alyssa Martin of the Center for Distance Education said the state is working to reach students who have not been well served by current programs.

The Grand Forks Border Patrol will hold a winter safety event on November 4 at 11 a.m. CT at U.S. Customs and Border Protection, 41059 State Highway 313, Warroad to display vehicles and equipment and to show rescue techniques for harsh border conditions.

Sector Chief Patrol Agent Scott D. Garrett will answer questions about the risks faced by migrants and agents during cold weather.

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.