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Grand Forks
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Grand Forks. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Dec. 1, departments at UND braved cold weather to launch the UND Community Quilt Project, an initiative aimed at creating a large quilt that celebrates the Year of Community+ Each department will design a square for the 144-piece quilt that the North Star Quilting Guild in East Grand Forks will stitch together by May. Knox News Radio
- ➤ Residents can now enter the A Very Crary Christmas contest to win $250 and give $250 — the promotion is featured on local programming with Ryan Cunningham from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. today. Knox News Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State School Superintendent Levi Bachmeier said North Dakota improved its grade on a national financial literacy report card—upgrading from a C to a B after lawmakers enacted a law that requires high school students to complete half a unit of financial literacy and moves the state toward its goal of being the most financially literate by 2027. Knox News Radio
- ➤ UND is building its new Free-Space Optical Communication Lab in Witmer Hall, which will begin operations in 2026 and serve as the nation’s first fully operational university-run laser communications ground station—providing hands-on training for students and a testbed for government and industry partners. Knox News Radio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NDDOT warned drivers after five snow plows were hit this season—officials said extra care on icy roads is needed. The department is monitoring the situation and will adjust operations if incidents continue. Valley News Live
- ➤ North Dakota’s Information Technology office said the state will have high-speed internet for all homes and businesses by 2028—after receiving federal broadband grants. The plan will help people use telehealth and other online services better. Knox News Radio
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The only way out is through.
~ Robert Frost
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