AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoBanking Deal: Equity Bank says it will merge with Iowa’s Lincoln Savings Bank in a roughly $124M deal, turning Lincoln’s 16 branches (including three in the Des Moines metro) into Equity Bank locations by year-end. Energy & Cost Savings: Benton and Iowa County residents have until Sept. 30 to join a group solar rate through Grow Solar, aiming to lower electricity costs via bulk purchasing. Healthcare & Local Economy: Lucas County Health Center reports $1.6M in community benefits in 2025, supporting 432 jobs and $48.4M in local spending, underscoring the rural hospital’s economic role. Local Business Boost: Dyersville businesses credit Field of Dreams tourism plus summer events like RAGBRAI, MLB and the Velocity Festival for strong sales. Consumer Safety: BBB Scam Tracker data shows Iowa cities including Clinton and Wayland each logged scam reports in July, with online purchase scams driving losses. Community & Culture: Theatre Cedar Rapids is nearing the unveiling of a $9.5M auditorium renovation ahead of a “Mary Poppins” premiere in November.
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