AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCommunity & Culture: The Old Church Theatre in New Rockford is starting major renovations—roof repairs already done, with more planned to add ADA-compliant restrooms and better drainage so the historic venue can keep welcoming audiences. Mental Health & Veterans: Badlands Big Sticks are joining the “Strike Out the Stigma” campaign again this summer, with donations from home games supporting veteran mental health retreats and peer connection; a special night is set for July 13 in Dickinson. Civic Life & Inclusion: A suicide prevention advocate highlights new survey results showing many LGBTQ+ North Dakotans report high life satisfaction, while stressing that prevention still needs community support and multiple protective factors. Local Events: Fargo’s Red River Valley Garden Tour returns July 15-16 with eight stops and Master Gardener hosts, offering Northern-friendly planting ideas and a peek into local backyards. North Dakota 250: The ND250 Commission continues telling the state’s story through inclusive projects, tying community-building to both Indigenous governance and early settlement history. Health Care Leadership: Essentia Health CEO Dr. David Herman was appointed to the Joint Commission’s Board of Commissioners, focused on quality and patient safety. Tech & Energy Debate: North Dakota leaders are pushing an “AI task force” approach—learning first, then shaping policy—framing energy reliability as the key to attracting AI growth.
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