AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoTap-to-Pay Rollout: Walmart is scheduled to bring contactless “tap” payments to North Dakota on Sept. 21, with Illinois and Iowa following Sept. 24—supporting Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay, and eligible contactless EBT cards. Infant Loss Advocacy: Jamestown native Terry Vandrovec is running across North Dakota to honor his daughter and help other families navigate pregnancy and infant loss. Local History, Big Dreams: A look back at Jimmie Janousek—“the biggest boy in the world”—who chose a quiet life on the farm over fame. Arts & Community: WaterWorks Art Museum announces its 51st annual art auction on Sept. 26, with live and silent bidding supporting art education in the region. Education & Culture: North Dakota’s college enrollment is leveling off, with UND continuing growth while NDSU dips slightly; plus, the Midwest Viking Festival returns Oct. 2-3 in Green Bay. Health & Care: Rural areas face a growing veterinary shortage, and one North Dakota nursing home received a low CMS rating amid fines and penalties. Civic Watch: Lawmakers are pushing for an AG probe after an audit flags problems in the North Dakota Development Fund business financing program. Sports on the Air: WDAY+ will stream the 2026 NDHSAA Cross Country State Meet live in October.
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