Heat & Crops: A Northern Plains heat dome is expected to push daily highs near 100°F and keep nights warm, raising stress risks for western pastures and spring wheat areas, with some eastern spots already showing short-term dryness. Water Watch: Washburn’s 2025 drinking-water report says no Safe Drinking Water Act violations, while Underwood reports safe water but notes a corrected lead-service-line notification paperwork issue. Water Funding: The U.S. Senate EPW Committee unveiled a $35B+ Water Resources Development Act of 2026, including major drinking and clean-water state revolving fund money. Pipeline Permit Fight: A North Dakota PSC pipeline hearing highlighted a dispute over whether the commission can consider public safety when issuing permits for Summit Carbon Solutions. Mining Scoping (Regional): North Dakota-linked nickel-copper plans are moving through Minnesota’s public comment and scoping steps for the Tamarack Mining Project, with rail shipments tied to North Dakota processing sites. Wildlife & Habitat: The Interior Department proposed shifting grizzly management toward states at a Montana event, a move likely headed for legal challenges. Local Tech & Land Use: Grand Forks continues approving PILOT incentives for housing and other projects, while Ad Monkeys joined the state UAS Council. Outdoor & Community: The U.S. Forest Service Northern Region Pack Train returned to help maintain the Maah Daah Hey Trail by replacing remote trail markers.