(KNOX) – The Grand Forks Air Force Base would house a $250 million dollar satellite operations center as part of President Trump’s Fiscal Year 2027 budget request. The announcement was made by North Dakota’s two U.S. Senators.
The 180,000 square foot Space Force complex would require an additional 100 personnel across two or three manned squadrons. The proposal builds upon the low-Earth orbit satellite mission at the GFAFB.
Senator John Hoeven says the next step is to fund the project through the annual appropriations process and move towards design and construction.
Senator Kevin Cramer says the project puts Grand Forks at the center of what’s next in space operations.
HUD Announces Grants for Native American Housing
(KNOX) - The Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Office of Native American Programs has announced more than $1.1 billion in Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) funding. The money earmarks $29.8 million dollars for the four tribes in Nor...
Apr 20, 2026
Point Bridge Set for Reconstruction
(KNOX) - The Point Bridge linking Grand Forks and East Grand Forks is slated to receive a facelift this upcoming summer construction season. The Grand Forks council last night (Monday) approved a cost participation and maintenance plan for the $2.26 ...
Apr 21, 2026
North Dakota Oil Selling for a Premium
(KNOX) - North Dakota oil shipped on the Dakota Access Pipeline is fetching nearly $7 more per barrel than a U.S. benchmark price amid volatility caused by the Iran war. State regulators aren't sure why prices for North Dakota oil at its destination ...
Apr 22, 2026
East Grand Forks Needs New Parks Director
(KNOX) - East Grand Forks will begin the search for a new Parks & Recreational Director this week. The opening was created by the resignation of Jeremy King. The city council last night (Tuesday) approved advertising the position for the next fou...
Apr 22, 2026
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