AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPrimary Politics & Turnout: Grand Forks County reported the state’s lowest primary turnout, with just 12.3% of eligible voters casting ballots, while Stutsman County’s turnout rose to 19.85%, helped by early voting, absentee ballots, and more first-time/younger voters. Local Law Enforcement: In Pembina County, Cory Mortensen won the sheriff race over embattled former deputy chief Marcus Ramsay, after allegations of wage theft and other misconduct were raised in prior reporting. State Government & Courts: North Dakota is among states that already passed pesticide “liability shield” laws as the U.S. Supreme Court is expected to rule in July 2026 on whether federal law blocks state failure-to-warn lawsuits tied to products like Roundup. Health & Community: Devils Lake celebrated its hospital’s completed transition to Altru Health System, and Jamestown marked the grand opening of its James River Senior Center and Public Transit at a new location. Education: The North Dakota Center for Distance Education earned full AccredVEd accreditation for six years, adding another quality assurance layer for statewide virtual learning. Economy & Travel: A tourism report says reduced Canadian travel is hurting North Dakota visits, though Theodore Roosevelt National Park attendance is up year-to-date.
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