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🌱 How a reimagined rural health conference will transform Grand Forks next summer

Good morning Grand Forks! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a reimagined rural health conference will transform Grand Forks next summer
  • How a new roundabout could change driving near the Grand Forks airport
  • Who’s taking over Grand Forks’ influential Myra Foundation next year?

Also on today's calendar: Drop In and Game and 2 more events.

📸 Have a great pic of holiday decorations from around Grand Forks? Post it to Grand Forks photos of the day! ☃️ 🟢-🟠-🟣-🔴-🟡-🔵 ☃️

Today's riddle: The doctor told me to drink carrot juice after a hot bath. - Did it help? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Breezy; an afternoon shower, with a high of 36 and low of 3 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Thursday: Windy; morning snow, 1-2", temps: high: 11, low: -15.
  • Friday: Snow and flurries at times, with a high of 22 and low of 1 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Re-imagining The Dakota Conference on Rural Health (knoxradio.com) — A major rural health conference is coming to Grand Forks, with the reimagined Dakota Conference on Rural Health set for June 3–4, 2026, at the Alerus Center. Organizers are sharpening the focus on leadership, workforce, and innovation in rural North Dakota, with keynotes, breakout sessions, and a legislative panel. Locals working in health care or policy may want to watch for registration details.
   

2. Grand Forks County Commission votes to endorse two-lane roundabout for highway intersection (grandforksherald.com) — Grand Forks County commissioners have endorsed a two-lane roundabout at U.S. Highway 2 and Airport Drive, a decision that will shape safety and traffic near the city and airport. They also handled a long list of local business, from courthouse upgrades and sheriff’s office funding to GrandSky and Grand Forks Air Force Base studies, all affecting county services and spending.
   

3. Myra Foundation President John Botsford to retire at end of year; Emily Montgomery to take over (grandforksherald.com) — A longtime leader of one of Grand Forks County’s key charitable foundations is stepping down, as Myra Foundation president John Botsford retires after 45 years with the organization. Trustee Emily Montgomery will take over, continuing a legacy of millions in grants to schools, arts, health care, and social service groups across Grand Forks County, including a record year of giving in 2025.
   

4. Two Men Arrested After Rural Grand Forks County Burglary (valleynewslive.com) — Two men are in custody at the Grand Forks County jail after deputies say they broke into multiple buildings on a rural county property early Tuesday. Authorities used security cameras and a drone to locate the suspects, both allegedly carrying concealed knives, and later reported finding methamphetamine in their vehicle, leading to burglary, weapons, and drug charges.
   

5. More than $40,000 raised for families affected by Stewartville shooting (inforum.com) — Grand Forks is where Stewartville High School’s wrestling team was headed for a meet when a tragic shooting occurred in their school parking lot, prompting a major fundraising effort. More than $40,000 has already been raised to support the two affected families, with local businesses and wrestling programs contributing. The story underscores how a planned trip to Grand Forks connects this Minnesota tragedy to our region.
   

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  • I have a great friend who is doing snow removal and looking for Clients.
    He does roofs too. Travis Hendrickson 701-317-0692. Does excellent work (Nextdoor Ben Franklin)
  • I'm looking for a job that pays at least $18.
    I want a job in healthcare or homecare. I don't have a CNA, but I have experience. (Nextdoor 36th - 40th)
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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I don’t know. I can never finish drinking the hot bath!
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Grand Forks

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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Grand Forks

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.