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Grand Forks
Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Grand Forks. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of December.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Arc of Cass County reported that thefts have dropped since a May surge but shoplifting still occurs at both thrift store locations—downtown thefts are worse while the north store sees one or two incidents every two weeks and officials work with police to track suspects. Valley News Live
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Xcel Energy has agreed to cut the planned electric rate increase for North Dakota customers in half, lowering future bills—official details on the new rates and effective dates are still pending. Knox News Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A North Dakota coalition has submitted paperwork to the Secretary of State for a ballot measure that would give every K-12 student a free breakfast and lunch—organizers say the meals can improve academic performance. The Together for School Meals campaign will soon gather signatures—its next step to put a constitutional amendment on the ballot. Knox News Radio
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UND defenseman EJ Emery was named to Team USA’s preliminary roster for the 2026 World Junior Championship and will attend training camp in Duluth from December 15 to 23—he recorded four points this season and now hopes to secure a spot on the final 25-man team. Valley News Live
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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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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.
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