Friday, December 20th, 2024

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Good morning, Grand Forks. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of December.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Advocates in North Dakota are urging the state Legislature to allocate permanent funding for free school meals to ensure all students have access to nutritious food for better equity, academic performance, and health. Knox News Radio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The 2025 National Defense Authorization Act, approved by the Senate and the House, allocates a $885 billion defense budget that includes pay raises for service members, funding for equipment, runway maintenance, and modernization projects in North Dakota. Knox News Radio
- ➤ Grand Forks City Council approves lot reconfigurations for Lawn King's new office and shop, addressing flood plain restrictions with the US Army Corps of Engineers. Knox News Radio
SHOP NEWS
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A Magical Medora Christmas Celebration
Experience a festive holiday performance featuring joyful music and entertainment at the Chester Fritz Auditorium in Grand Forks.
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Deuces Wild! Dueling Pianos Event
Enjoy a lively evening of dueling piano performances at the Empire Arts Center in Grand Forks, ND.
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Deuces Wild! Dueling Pianos Concert
The Deuces Wild! Dueling Pianos event features a lively musical performance at the Empire Arts Center in Grand Forks.
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Robotics Day at the Grand Forks Public Library
Experience a day of hands-on robotic activities and demonstrations designed to engage and inspire participants of all ages.
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