AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoFood Safety: The FDA says a Cyclospora test tied to Taylor Farms was a false positive, even as the lettuce recall and removals continue after illnesses were linked to shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell in multiple states. Public Health & Retail: Walmart pulled certain Taylor Farms-supplied iceberg products in 27 states as a precaution, following earlier action by Taco Bell. Local Politics: U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson told Iowa audiences the state is “at the tip of the spear” in the 2026 midterms, highlighting GOP spending and warning against Democratic Socialists. Iowa Weather: A First Alert Day is set for Monday with dangerous heat and a chance of strong to severe storms, including damaging winds. RAGBRAI: Riders rolled into Harlan for the first overnight stop, with Iowa State Patrol helping manage traffic, and multiple towns using the ride as a fundraising boost. Sports: Iowa State added transfer Maggie Werner to the softball roster and set its 2026 volleyball schedule; in the WNBA, Caitlin Clark’s 45-point, 10-assist game kept Indiana rolling.
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