AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoSNAP & groceries: North Dakota grocers are bracing for new SNAP restrictions tied to the Healthy Choice Waiver, with bans on energy drinks, candy and sweetened beverages starting Sept. 1. Health & recovery access: North Dakota HHS marked 10 years of its Substance Use Disorder Voucher program, saying nearly 12,000 people have gotten help reaching treatment. Medicaid policy shift: Work requirements are set to roll out for some North Dakota Medicaid Expansion members in 2027, with 5,000–7,000 expected to be affected. Road safety: A sobriety checkpoint is planned July 25 in Griggs County, with alcohol-related crashes cited as a major rural risk. Community & culture: The North Dakota State Fair featured Native American dance performances, with daily showcases aimed at sharing traditions and bringing people together. Education & campus life: UND announced dean’s list and president’s roll honors for local students, while Grand Forks recognized longtime educator Jody Thompson in its Teachers Hall of Fame. Local spotlight: The Lewis & Clark route gets “History in Motion” as historic military vehicles travel through communities along the way.
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