AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoWorkforce Training Boost: Iowa Central Community College became the first school in the U.S. approved for the new federal Workforce Pell program, letting eligible students use Pell dollars for its 14-week EMT track—aimed at faster, lower-debt pathways into high-demand public safety jobs. Local Business Impact: Iowa City’s downtown road repairs near East Market Street and North Van Buren Street are cutting into sales at John’s Grocery, with customers missing the parking access and the store closing early some days. Ag Risk Management: Iowa State Extension and Outreach is hosting a fertilizer-and-finance workshop (Aug. 13) for producers and lenders, as forage producers get a Sept. 30 sales deadline for a new Forage Production Revenue Protection insurance option. Data Center Debate: Wright County created an Energy, Utility and Data Center Policy workgroup, while Lee County supervisors moved to hire specialized legal counsel to help craft data-center-related ordinances. Public Health Watch: The Cyclospora outbreak tied to Taco Bell and/or Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce has expanded to 15 states, with Iowa among those reporting thousands of cases. State Economy: The Iowa Lottery reported $469.6 million in FY2026 sales, up 8%, generating $95.1 million for state programs.
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