AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEnergy & Costs: DOE halted a proposed Tribal Energy Access transmission corridor that would have helped move reservation power to market across parts of North Dakota, ending a Biden-era designation process and raising fresh questions for grid investment on the northern Plains. Health Care Spending: West Fargo Medicaid claims for “Temporary Codes” jumped to $9,623 in 2024, up 33.1% from 2023, while West Fargo’s Temporary Codes category ranked 9th locally and 15th statewide. Local Health Payments: Medicaid dental services in Cavalier rose to $2,948 in 2024 (+5.3%), and Larimore dental payments climbed to $4,946 (+23.5%). Business & Finance: Callan Power agreed to buy Williston Basin oil and gas leases, planning a 23-well program tied to transformer manufacturing in Marion and a rename to Reger Energy LLC. Consumer Watch: GasBuddy reports midgrade prices in Pembina County hit $4.06 per gallon (lowest among two stations) in the week ending Aug. 22, while Sargent County regular gas bottomed at $3.79. Public Safety & Fraud: A Michigan unemployment scam warning echoes a broader trend of AI-driven fake calls demanding upfront fees—an issue North Dakota consumers should watch for.
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