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Grand Forks
Friday, November 21st, 2025
Good morning, Grand Forks. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of November.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Dakota issued full SNAP benefits for November on Monday — though some of the 56,000 recipients received only part of their payments before the government shutdown ended. A local food pantry operator said the delay made it harder for families to manage their bills. Knox News Radio
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ North Dakota horse owners are warned of possible virus exposure from recent rodeo events in Oklahoma and Texas—state officials confirmed cases of equine herpesvirus EHV-1 and EHM in those states while no cases have been reported in North Dakota. Owners who traveled to these events are urged to contact the state veterinarian’s office for guidance on isolation and monitoring. Valley News Live
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ North Dakota high school volleyball teams completed their state tournament as Fargo Davies won the championship on Nov. 14 and the Moorhead Spuds advanced to the title game on Nov. 17. The Bison remained undefeated in Missouri Valley play during a competitive season. Valley News Live
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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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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Coldplay
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Cloud 9 Events — Ticket prices vary — Experience the music of Coldplay under the gentle glow of candlelight.
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