Good morning, Grand Forks.

Lasagna Love North Dakota held a lasagna-making marathon on Wednesday to prepare over 70 meals for nearly 200 local families facing food insecurity for Thanksgiving—volunteers also delivered a new oven to a family whose appliance had broken.

The event eased holiday stress and ensured that those in need could enjoy a warm meal at home.

UND will host the Community Quilt Project Kickoff on December 1 at noon in the Memorial Union—President Andy Armacost will deliver opening remarks and campus members can learn more about joining the quilt project, which will feature 144 squares from 60 different groups.

The North Dakota Department of Transportation said I-29 — along with ND Highways 11 and 13 — reopened after being closed due to poor winter weather.

Officials noted that road conditions improved sufficiently for travel.

Altru Health System announced that the Heart and Vascular Center relocated to the sixth floor of Altru Hospital for easier patient access.

The move brings key heart tests like echocardiograms, EKGs, and vascular ultrasound together — a change aimed at providing smoother care.

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.

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.

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.

Deuces Wild! Dueling Pianos

7:30-9 p.m. — Empire Arts Center — Tickets available — An unforgettable evening of music and humor from the acclaimed Deuces Wild: Dueling Pianos.