AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoFood Safety: Federal and state health officials are investigating a multistate E. coli and Salmonella outbreak tied to alfalfa sprouts distributed by Everything Sprouts LLC, with 55 illnesses and four hospitalizations reported across 15 states, including North Dakota. Public Safety & Fraud: Bismarck logged seven scam reports in July, the most among North Dakota cities tracked by BBB Scam Tracker, with employment scams leading the list. State Government: North Dakota lawmakers will convene a second special session in a year in Bismarck on Sept. 2, with costs estimated at more than $200,000, to consider five bills including kratom regulations. Agriculture & Economy: Trump’s plan to temporarily lower beef prices by allowing tariff-free foreign ground beef imports is drawing pushback from North Dakota ranchers and GOP lawmakers who warn it could undercut efforts to rebuild the U.S. cattle herd. Community & Education: Oak Grove Lutheran School in Fargo welcomed its new president, Rev. Dr. Brian Beckstrom, as reviews of the leadership transition roll in.
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