AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoData Centers & Taxes: A Minot report says North Dakota’s sales tax exemptions for data center equipment have grown sharply, from about $5.4M (2021) to $15.3M (2024) and more than $65M last year—fueling debate over whether the state is giving away too much. Local Politics: Fargo-area independent candidate Cara Cody-Braun says she’ll run for a House seat after Rep. Liz Conmy’s death, focusing on education while caucusing with Democrats. Agriculture: Corn yield potential across the Northern Plains is uneven, with dry conditions wiping out some North Dakota fields even as other areas look ahead of normal. Public Safety: Grand Forks is urging drivers to watch for kids and school-bus activity as September enforcement ramps up for distracted driving. Community & Culture: Medora’s Hot Air Balloon Rally is set for Sept. 12-13, with ride contests running now. Sports: Fargo-Moorhead’s José Sermo is chasing a franchise home-run mark as the RedHawks resume play.
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