Energy Costs at the Pump: GasBuddy reports the cheapest Stutsman County premium gas at $4.69/gal for the week ending Sept. 19, with countywide premium averaging $5.03; across North Dakota, premium averaged $5.07. Retail Expansion: Avocado Green Mattress is partnering with HOM Furniture to add Avocado products in 17 stores across Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, South Dakota and Iowa. Pet Health Tech: Fetch Pet Insurance launched Fetch Online Vet, powered by Vetster, offering virtual vet visits for Fetch members with no upfront costs or claims. Geothermal Policy Push: InnerSpace Action named Drew Nelson executive director as it expands geothermal advocacy after legislative wins in six states. Data Center Debate: A new wave of hyperscale data centers is outpacing North Dakota rules, prompting counties to consider moratoriums and ordinances as communities demand a say. Consumer Protection: South Carolina AG Alan Wilson urged consumers to file claims tied to multistate settlements over alleged generic drug price inflation. Local Business Ownership: Leighton Media is moving toward 100% employee ownership via an ESOP deal valued at about $7.84 million. Water & Agriculture: A Wahpeton-area group and Dakota Resource Council sued the state over a water sale tied to a large dairy project, arguing it threatens the aquifer the city relies on. Workforce & Health: Fargo approved a 2027 budget of $148.3M, adding police staffing and funding social services. Sports Meets Business: NDSU and Wyoming will compete annually for the “Battle of the Basins” trophy sponsored by the North Dakota Petroleum Council.