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Grand Forks Public Health hosts annual contest to raise breast cancer awareness
For the “Paint the Patch Pink” competition, anyone can decorate a pumpkin and submit a photo for a chance to win a prize basket. The submission deadline is Oct. 25.
Some EGF businesses reporting lower operation costs compared to last year
Visits with 12 local businesses give details about workforce needs, increased insurance and material costs and the state's Earned Sick and Safe Time mandate.
County commissioners approve switch to NDPERS for employee health insurance
Some employees were disappointed that employee contributions were not decreased across the board, as the county may have excess health insurance funds budgeted for next year.
Cannabis Business Red Iris LLC Not Coming To East Grand Forks
(KNOX) -A cannabis business that was approved to open up a shop in East Grand Forks will not end up coming to ...
Mental Health Board faces forks in the road - Illinois Times, the capital city's weekly source of news, politics, arts, entertainment, culture
Some community members, including the former Massey Commission’s managing director, say the inaugural Sangamon County Mental Health Board has to better address the communities it is attempting to support if the board wants to be successful. Since the Mental Health Board began meeting monthly at the end of May, some of the specific asks have […]
Property tax cap hurts school district revenue, GFPS business manager says
The 3% cap could mean $300,000 less in local revenue.
Prairie People highlights the new hires, promotions in our region
Here are some of the latest business announcements
State health department investigating potential food poisoning cases at UND
The cases may be linked to Wilkerson Dining Center from Aug. 22-24.
Thousands expected to attend annual Grand Forks Downtown Street Fair
At the Downtown Development Association’s 11th annual street fair, visitors will find plenty of arts and craft vendors, delicious food, activities for all ages and live music.
Kidpreneurs mean business
UND-hosted Kidpreneur Program gives Grand Forks students hands-on experience with branding, pricing, sales and entrepreneurship
Commissioners vote to keep health insurance spending the same as 2026
The county will likely need to change health insurance plans to avoid an anticipated 20% increase for next year under its current plan.
PILOT applications not necessarily reserved for primary sector businesses
Grand Forks city and county attorneys say state Century Code doesn't limit who can apply for PILOTs, while the state tax commissioner's office says PILOT applications are a local decision.
Tilly Norwood’s New Movie Rekindles Hollywood Concerns That AI ‘Actor’ Is Just Ripping Off Human Performances
The news of Tilly Norwood’s feature-length movie debut again brought out the digital pitchforks surrounding her existence, with commenters weighing in on everything from the concept of an AI actress l...
Andrew Armacost, Gregg Haug, Alan O'Neil included on Prairie Business' Leaders & Legacies 2026 list
The three from the Grand Forks region are among seven honorees overall
Burglars steal from Grand Forks business, cancer fundraiser
The owner of An Elegant Affair says burglars stole merchandise, cash and donations collected for an employee battling cancer.
UND Athletics, Midco Sports extend broadcast and sponsorship partnership
GRAND FORKS, N.D. -- The University of North Dakota alongside Midco Sports announced on Thursday, June 18 the renewal of their Television and Multimedia Production and Broadcast Agreement, continuing a long-standing partnership that delivers high-quality coverage of UND Athletics to viewers across the country.
Town of Jay and Au Sable River Valley Business Association open visitor center
A new visitor and business information center aims to draw visitors to the Au Sable Forks region of the Adirondacks.
AI billionaires brace for pitchforks
Tech titans are keenly aware that the politics of extreme wealth could turn dangerous fast.
State softball tournament the final sports go-around for Thompson multi-sport standout Kya Hurst
Tommies take No. 5 seed into Thursday's Class B state tournament
Housing and business among top topics during Grand Forks City Council candidate forum
Three wards are up for election during this year's primary in June, with two contested races for Ward 2 and Ward 4 and one uncontested race for Ward 6.
Former AMC theater in Grand Forks to become entertainment destination
The former AMC theater on 32nd Avenue, vacant for years, will be transformed into a new entertainment destination.
North Dakota Rural Health Awards recipients named
Dr. Erika Stein of Northwood Deaconess Health Center and Shawnda Schroeder of the UND Department of Indigenous Health are among the awardees.
Grand Forks business owner uses humor to address pothole problem
A Grand Forks business owner is using social media to make light of a pothole problem she says is affecting her store and surrounding businesses.
Grand Forks Public Health advises against using kratom products without medical oversight
Kratom is a plant, native to Southeast Asia, that is used in products that people ingest to self-treat pain, anxiety, depression and opioid withdrawal. The products are not FDA approved.
Fighting Hawks Sports Partnerships to Launch Uniform Branding RFI on March 31
GRAND FORKS, N.D. – Fighting Hawks Sports Partnerships (FHSP), the sponsorship arm for University of North Dakota Athletics and the Ralph Engelstad Arena, will distribute a Request for Information (RFI) beginning Tuesday, March 31, as it explores potential uniform and apparel branding partnerships across UND Athletics programs.
Some East Grand Forks businesses must register with city to sell low-potency hemp products
Changes in requirements from the state Office of Cannabis Management mean businesses selling these products must now be licensed with the OCM and registered with their local cities.
Four from Greater Grand Forks on Top 25 Women in Business list
Prairie Business contest honors exceptional professionals in the region
As slide in Canadian traffic continues, businesses in Grand Forks are feeling the impacts
The decline in Canadian traffic isn’t just being felt in border states. Las Vegas has also reported a 30% decline in traffic from Canadians
Ask Secretary of State candidates if they’re in favor of independent election audits
This part will disappoint angry people on Twitter: Relax. Put the pitchforks down. I am not relitigating the 2020 election or mail ballots or even Tina Peters. But I am saying people don’t trust elections like they used to. And here in Colorado we can do a rather simple thing to reverse that. And progressives […]
Uelmen scores 23 as North Dakota defeats UMKC 85-70
GRAND FORKS, N.D. (AP) Greyson Uelmen scored 23 points as North Dakota beat UMKC 85-70 on Thursday.
Ben Shapiro: The con consuming American politics
The message being sold is simple: Society is rigged, the system is evil.
Bison Play at UND Saturday Afternoon on CBS Sports Network
The North Dakota State men's basketball team (20-6, 10-1 Summit) will travel to Grand Forks this Saturday to play North Dakota.
Grand Forks SCORE group receives ‘Chapter of the Year’ award for second consecutive year
Experienced business executives and other leaders volunteer to provide free advice to entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their businesses.
Key tax takeaways for business owners
Grand Forks tax professional breaks down new, extended provisions in One Big Beautiful Bill
It’s not too late to vaccinate, Grand Forks Public Health officials say
Vaccinations for influenza, COVID-19 and respiratory illness can prevent disease, reduce symptoms and reduce risk of virus transmission, says GFPH's Ashley Krone.
More naming opportunities planned for Altru Sports Complex; first part of Phase 2 expected to bid in April
The Grand Forks Park District is looking at options for other naming rights in the facility to help fundraise for the project.
Seeing yearly rise in members, Choice Health and Fitness not expected to be impacted by Altru Sports Complex
Total membership revenue at Choice has increased from $1,653,086 in 2021 to $2,205,903 in 2025.
Fosston discusses primary health care, new clinic during community meeting
An upcoming hearing between Fosston and Essentia Health regarding the future of arbitration, initially scheduled for Feb. 5, has been postponed.
Grand Forks business owner feels Ready4Work Program participation is 'a ministry'
Preston Dahl said he felt called by his religious convictions to get involved with Love in Action's newly established initiative, which is intended to help people overcome employment barriers.
Locally-owned Genius Companies acquires Grand Forks' HB Sound and Light
Clarkson Sande is confident the change will bring new opportunities and benefits to clients.
Altru Sports Complex rising along Grand Forks' 42nd Street
Phase 1 is expected to be complete by fall 2027, while Phase 2, if bid by the City Council, would be finished around the summer of 2028.
Twin Cities transportation business eyes possible weekend service between the cities and Grand Forks
Dave Brown, owner of Transportation Service Plus, said he has seen interest in a weekend service between Grand Forks and the Twin Cities, but price is something he's still figuring out.
Ben Shapiro: In all of politics, this is the dumbest assumption
The motive matters. The ideology matters.
Bill to improve rural veteran health care sees support from North Dakota providers
The bill from Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.) and Sen. Tim Sheehy (R-Mont.) seeks to make health care more accessible to veterans living in rural areas.