AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHealthcare M&A Watch: Altru Health System’s board voted to keep pursuing a deal for three central North Dakota hospitals, including St. Alexius Health Medical Center in Bismarck, with community leaders waiting on what could come next after an earlier letter of intent and due diligence. Food Safety Recall: Power Plate Meals, LLC recalled about 5,795 pounds of frozen meatloaf meals after USDA found soy wasn’t disclosed on packaging, with product shipped to Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota. Holiday Business Disruption: South Dakota businesses tied to outdoor events are adjusting for storms and heat, including fireworks stands dealing with wind damage and event cancellations. Local Public Safety: Pennington County deputies and the DCI Bomb Squad responded to a suspicious package in Keystone, evacuated nearby areas, and later cleared the site. Energy & Water Pressure: Drought and water stress remain a business issue as coverage highlights the Ogallala Aquifer being drained faster than it recharges, with implications for irrigation across the region.
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