Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Circle of Friends Animal Shelter + Crary Real Estate are partnering on a festive home decorating contest that helps re-home pets, with over 120 decorated addresses featured on Facebook.
The contest runs through Jan. 6 and top decorators will share $600 in awards.
🎭 Culture
North Dakota Council on the Arts has awarded nearly 200 grants and over $1M for fiscal year 2026 to support arts education, residencies, and community festivals statewide — boosting local creative initiatives and economic growth.
🎓 Education
Lake Agassiz School teacher Ana Fernandez has been placed on administrative leave following an investigation that revealed five allegations; the school board held an executive session to consider her suspension from her 2025-26 contract while a release for cause is underway.
🏥 Health
The Dakota Conference on Rural Health will take place at the Alerus Center in Grand Forks on June 3-4, 2026.
Its revamped program, based on past participant surveys, will feature leadership sessions, breakout discussions, and awards to highlight rural workforce and innovation.
🎉 Grand Forks Events
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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.
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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