SNAP Shock for Refugees: Federal changes are leaving refugees among thousands of North Dakotans losing SNAP benefits, raising anxiety for families already juggling resettlement and health needs. Education Funding Flexibility: The Trump administration is granting waivers that let states consolidate more than $109 million in federal education funds, with South Dakota among the states using the flexibility for statewide literacy and math efforts. Charitable Gaming Questions: A North Dakota Horse Park subsidiary’s purchase of a West Fargo bar is reigniting debate over “charitable gaming” rules that critics say can blur into casino-style operations. Data Center Politics & Property Rights: A new op-ed argues the data center fight is being politicized in a way that treats property rights and local control as conditional. Water Protection Grants: The state Department of Environmental Quality is seeking FY27 proposals for nonpoint source pollution projects to restore and protect North Dakota water. Local Culture & Learning: Williston Middle School history teacher Caryssa Silentman named ND History Teacher of the Year; NDSU opened the Bolley Agricultural Laboratory to expand research and connect it to producer needs. Food Safety Alert: A Salmonella outbreak tied to jalapeños has expanded downstream recalls, including products reaching North Dakota.