AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFoster Care & Money: Iowa is ending the “orphan tax,” switching federal survivor benefits for foster kids into dedicated accounts that are preserved and invested for education and independence instead of being used to cover foster care costs. Early Childhood Education: The Iowa Department of Education opened applications for community-based providers to run the 2026-27 Statewide Voluntary Preschool Program for four-year-olds. Community Health: Solon installed a new public AED downtown and paired it with CPR, choking response, Narcan, and AED awareness training. Local History & Tourism: Fairfield launched a free digital History Trail with 18 stops, letting visitors scan QR codes for a passport and prizes. Arts & Culture in Des Moines: A guide to eight easy weekend ideas highlights the farmers market, public art, Iowa Cubs, Blank Park Zoo, and Adventureland. Ag Leadership: Iowa Farm Bureau Young Farmer Advisory Committee elected officers for 2026-27, keeping networking and education focused on next-gen ag leaders. Faith & Youth: LifeWise takes over the Nutty Bar stand at the Plymouth County Fair with a full menu and Bible-based character education programming.
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