AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoHeat & Infrastructure: Extreme heat is already causing trouble on I-94, with reported roadway buckling near Bismarck/Mandan and slow traffic in Fargo after animal remains were found on the highway. Public Safety Tech & Training: Sinclair Community College is investing heavily in unmanned aerial systems training, signaling continued growth in the UAS workforce pipeline. Attorney General Push on Scams: ND AG Anne Lopez joined a multistate push urging the FCC to strengthen rules that block scammers from accessing legitimate phone numbers, after Americans lost nearly $2B to robocalls/text scams. Ag Field Notes: Codling moth damage is spreading in apple orchards, and ND extension field days are set to bring growers practical research updates. Workforce & Local Industry: Walsh County’s Career Builders program is helping recruit and retain workers, with most employer feedback positive. Energy & Land Use: A major federal rule change could loosen Endangered Species Act habitat protections, potentially affecting farming, drilling, mining, and development plans. Sports & Talent: The MLB draft is underway, with North Dakota-linked shortstop Jake Schaffner selected by the Red Sox.
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