AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFlood Recovery in Des Moines: The Gay Lea Wilson Trail remains closed after Fourmile Creek flooding eroded the creek bank and undermined the pavement, raising fears the trail could collapse as more water moves through. Local Governance: Webster County Auditor Shaunna Abrams resigned Tuesday, effective July 16, leaving the seat to be filled under election-year rules. Big 12 Spotlight: Big 12 media days opened in Frisco with Commissioner Brett Yormark dodging questions about Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby’s gambling saga, while the league weighs potential consequences. Iowa State Fair: Organizers announced the 2026 fair will debut 80+ new foods, with finalists for the “Top 11 Best New Food” revealed July 14. Northwoods League at Field of Dreams: The Dyersville Dreamers were named as the new franchise, with the 2027 season set to begin. Business & Labor: John Deere proposed a two-year UAW contract extension through 2029, keeping current terms while asking workers to decide by late August. Public Safety: Boone is considering changes to animal control response hours, limiting after-hours calls to emergencies.
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