Good morning, Grand Forks.

Residents saw the northern lights shimmer—showing bright greens and purples—across the sky, and experts said solar winds caused the display.

Game and Fish officials reported on Nov.

10 that hunters were warned to avoid walking on frozen stock ponds, sloughs, creeks, and rivers where deceptive ice conditions hide cracks and weak spots — even patches that appear safe may be dangerously thin.

Visit Greater Grand Forks has asked to forgive its $150,000 no-interest loan from 2020 that was provided during the COVID-19 crisis—its request was given early approval by the Grand Forks Committee of the Whole, even though one member urged the group to work with the organization to manage repayment if possible.

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.

Hairball's 25th Anniversary Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Alerus Center — Tickets required — Experience an electrifying homage to 80s arena rock with Hairball's spectacular show.

Montana Grizzlies vs North Dakota Fighting Hawks Men’s Basketball

1-4 p.m. — Betty Engelstad Sioux Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling NCAA Division I basketball rivalry between two top Big Sky Conference teams.

Blue Violin Candlelight Christmas Extravaganza

2-3:30 p.m. — Empire Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience an enchanting concert blending Christmas carols with rock anthems in a candlelit setting.

World Ballet Company's Nutcracker Performance

7-8:30 p.m. — Chester Fritz Performing Arts Center — Tickets $51.25 - $102.55 — Experience the magical tale of The Nutcracker performed by the World Ballet Company.