Energy & Oil Policy: Gov. Kelly Armstrong is pushing for faster development of enhanced oil recovery in the Bakken, warning North Dakota’s production is already declining and that the state needs carbon and pipeline buildout to unlock more of the remaining oil. Water Infrastructure: The EPA awarded North Dakota $28.7 million for drinking-water improvements, backing planning, design, and construction upgrades through the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund. AI Data Center Politics: State officials told lawmakers that environmental concerns about AI data centers are being overstated, arguing the public debate is driven by inaccurate information rather than what regulators are seeing on the ground. Aerospace & Uncrewed Systems: UND and Modern Technology Solutions Inc. celebrated an agreement transferring three RATS aircraft to UND, aiming to grow student training and regional uncrewed aviation capability. Agriculture & Weather: NDSU reports warmer conditions after spring dust and recent rains, but flags a rising flea beetle risk for canola as planting and emergence progress unevenly. Grants for Value-Added Ag: The North Dakota Agricultural Products Utilization Commission approved six projects totaling $340,524.50, including corn pit structure work, dry bean inoculant development, and new processing/marketing efforts. Legal/Industry Spotlight: A Dutch court allowed Greenpeace International’s anti-intimidation case tied to Dakota Access Pipeline fallout to move forward against Energy Transfer. Local Business: Grand Forks coffee shop Urban Stampede is closing temporarily for flooring replacement, with a possible pop-up during renovations. Public Works & Heritage: Construction near the North Dakota governor’s residence in Bismarck paused after human remains and coffin fragments were found, with next steps expected in coming weeks.