AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoFarm Policy & Rural Life: Iowa Senate hopeful Josh Turek toured a century farm near Ankeny and warned rural communities are being hollowed out by low prices, repair costs, and contract pressure—promising to push for breaking up ag industry monopolies, nationwide “right to repair,” country-of-origin labeling, and a new push on Farm Bill priorities. Youth Career Pathways: Northwest Iowa Community College says its Sioux Center Regional Center Summer Career Camps hit record participation, with 144 students across 25 schools exploring hands-on fields like crime scene investigation, welding, healthcare, and manufacturing. Community & Arts: Des Moines’ Water Works Park hosted “Christmas in July,” a heat-friendly fundraiser for Everybody Wins Iowa, pairing Santa visits and live music with children’s literacy support. Local Learning & Outreach: ISU Extension and Outreach is asking Northwest Iowa residents to take a short anonymous survey to improve how programs reach people and what topics they want next. Culture Calendar: Anahata Wellness Coop’s Monday “Ancient Civilizations” series continues in Coralville, with tickets and guided sessions running through August. Sports Culture: NASCAR’s Quaker State 400 is set for Sunday night in Atlanta, and Iowa’s sports fans also keep an eye on the WNBA’s Caitlin Clark officiating debate.
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