AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSNAP rules in flux: South Dakota asked USDA to block soft drinks bought with SNAP after a court ruling threw similar bans into doubt, while North Dakota’s planned candy/soda limits were also delayed to Nov. 1. Wildfire awareness: North Dakota hunters and outdoor workers are urged to watch the daily fire index as dry conditions keep wildfire risk high; local restrictions can still apply. Education visit: U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon toured Dickinson schools and the Southwest Area CTE Academy, highlighting efforts to reduce federal bureaucracy and give states more control. Local events: DockDogs aquatic dog sports are coming to Dickinson’s Stark County Fairgrounds Sept. 4-6, and mosquito spraying continues in Williston and nearby areas through Sept. 3. Carbon storage setback: Summit Carbon Solutions is dropping two of three CO2 storage permit areas in North Dakota and wants the appeal narrowed to its remaining Summit #3. Agriculture uncertainty: North Dakota farmers head into harvest facing volatile diesel and input costs amid trade fights, including Canada. NDSU sports: NDSU released its 2026-27 men’s and women’s basketball schedules.
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