Special Session Watch: North Dakota lawmakers are weighing a Sept. 2 special session agenda that includes kratom restrictions and a proposed $35 million line of credit to restart the stalled Military Gallery project, with potential repayment pressure on taxpayers if donations fall short. Local Governance & Privacy: Fargo-Moorhead-area residents are pushing back on Flock camera systems, raising surveillance and transparency concerns as cities review whether to keep using the technology. Public Safety & Tech: A North Dakota BCI Internet Crimes Against Children task force says AI is “supercharging” child sex-crime investigations, with nearly 3,000 tips last year—an all-time high. Business & Growth: Cirrus opened an expanded Grand Forks manufacturing facility, adding 30,000+ square feet and new capacity to support demand across its aircraft lines. Agriculture: Rugby’s agriculture education program earned a national honor from the National Association of Agricultural Educators, recognizing five years of growth and community support. Community Finance: First Community Credit Union launched a 501(c)(3) foundation focused on education, health and community enrichment across North Dakota and western Minnesota.