Food Safety: The FDA says an alfalfa sprout outbreak linked to Minnesota-based Everything Sprouts LLC has sickened 55 people across 15 states, including 2 cases in North Dakota; 46 are reported with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli, 7 with Salmonella, and 4 hospitalizations, with officials urging consumers to throw away affected lots and sanitize surfaces. Agriculture & Trade: President Trump’s 90-day, tariff-free import window for up to 300,000 metric tons of ground beef is drawing pushback from North Dakota ranchers, who warn it’s a short-term “quick fix” that could undermine efforts to rebuild the U.S. cattle herd amid drought-stressed conditions. State Policy: North Dakota lawmakers are set for a second special session in a year in Bismarck on Sept. 2, with costs estimated above $200,000, to consider five bills including proposed kratom regulations. Local Business: JonnyPops is seeking Minnesota’s “Forward Fund” support for expansion that could add 100+ jobs, with North Dakota listed as a potential location. Energy & Infrastructure: Tallgrass announced an open season for incentive tariff rates on the Pony Express Pipeline for crude oil transportation from Bridger’s Guernsey Hub. Education & Community: Oak Grove school in Fargo welcomed its new president, Rev. Dr. Brian Beckstrom, as reviews highlight leadership and faith formation.