AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoLittle League World Series: Davenport Northwest’s Cooper Thissen struck out 15 and hit a solo homer as Iowa beat Sweetwater Valley 1-0 in a combined no-hitter, while Curacao also posted a no-hit win over Japan. Public Health: A multi-state outbreak tied to alfalfa sprouts and multiple germs has reached 15 states, and measles continues to spread in the Midwest, with Wisconsin reporting dozens of cases and Iowa County hosting a vaccination clinic Aug. 24. Iowa Agriculture & Economy: The Iowa Economic Development Authority approved tax credits and grants tied to manufacturing jobs and university-led innovation, and Iowa’s farm outlook remains in focus as corn and soy prices react to weather and crop-tour findings. Iowa State Fair & Community: Belle Regal Werner capped a record-setting run by winning Iowa State Fair Queen and major FFA honors, and the fair’s best new food award went to Porky Parm Gnocchi. Sports Spotlight: Iowa’s Zach Lutmer was named to the Chuck Bednarik Award watch list.
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