Good morning, Grand Forks.

A local woman recounted a confusing burial battle over her loved one's final resting place in the community cemetery—she said miscommunication among officials has left her family deeply saddened.

Gov. Armstrong has directed $1.5 million in state funds to food banks and nutrition programs as federal food assistance will end on Nov 1—$915,000 to the Great Plains Food Bank and $600,000 to WIC—to support more than 56,000 North Dakotans.

North Dakota drivers will face increased seat belt checks as a Click It or Ticket campaign runs from Nov 1 to Dec 11 to cut unbelted driver deaths—NDOT officers can pull over drivers solely for not wearing a seat belt.

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.

Christmas in the Park 2025

5:30-10 p.m. — Lincoln Drive Park — Free entry — Experience a festive drive-through display of holiday lights and decorations.

Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Alerus Center — Cost info not provided — Experience the magic of holiday circus artistry with thrilling acrobatics and beloved seasonal melodies.