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Grand Forks
Tuesday, November 18th, 2025
Good morning, Grand Forks. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of November.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities on Spirit Lake Reservation reported that human remains were found during the search for a missing tribal member—sparking community grief amid the ongoing investigation. Valley News Live
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Readers can enter a contest for a chance to win tickets to see 'Weird Al' Yankovic perform live at the Alerus Center on Saturday, August 29. Contest entrants must fill out the entry form+ details will be provided to local fans for this upcoming show. Knox News Radio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Dakota utility regulators are reviewing proposals for massive battery storage sites that will store extra energy from wind and solar. The projects may ease grid congestion and lower price spikes, but their benefits remain unconfirmed. Knox News Radio
- ➤ A 40-pound turkey named Rueben was officially pardoned on Monday at the state Capitol and will spend his remaining days at Sundale Turkey Farms near Fargo—an event that also included a donation of 48 frozen turkeys to local food charities. Valley News Live
- ➤ North 55th Street from Gateway Drive north to 21st Avenue North was closed yesterday for the installation of a sanitary sewer line—detour signs were posted and the closure is expected to last one week, weather permitting. Knox News Radio
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After a thrilling 3-2 win over Fargo Oak Grove in a state qualifier, the Thompson Tommies made their 20th trip to the state tournament and will face Valley City, the fourth seed, in the opening round on Thursday at 7:00 p.m. Knox News Radio
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Christmas with Lorie Line
3:00-5:00 p.m. — Empire Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the Christmas season with Lorie Line’s festive piano performance and heartwarming stories.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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