AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoIowa Politics: Inside Elections says Iowa is driving a big share of recent race rating shifts, with Gov. Rob Sand gaining ground against Zach Lahn and the open Senate contest moving toward Republicans. Workforce & Training: Iowa Valley Community College District won a $5 million SBA grant to expand free manufacturing training for small manufacturers in Hardin, Marshall, Poweshiek and Tama counties. Local Business & Community: Hy-Vee is launching a back-to-school community food drive across its region, including roundups, $5/$10 food bags, online giving, and a match up to $100,000. Energy & Infrastructure: Williamsburg is pushing a trail easement via condemnation proceedings, while ECICOG and Grow Solar are offering reduced solar rates through bulk purchasing. Public Health: The FDA announced a recall of Walmart Marketside Tomato Bisque Soup Kits in 29 states over possible Listeria contamination. Agriculture & Industry: Tyson Foods’ beef restructuring could ripple through Iowa cattle markets after closures tied to a historic cattle shortage. Business Finance: HNI Corporation declared a quarterly dividend of 35 cents per share.
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