AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoTransgender Student Rights: The U.S. Justice Department sued a Kansas City, Kansas school system over policies that limit when schools disclose students’ transgender status to parents, arguing it violates federal privacy rules. Public Health: Iowa officials are warning about rising kratom deaths and poison-control calls, as Gov. Kim Reynolds pushes for a total ban amid concerns about synthetic, opioid-like products. Health & Safety: Measles is spreading in Iowa-area counties, with public health teams stressing that vaccination is the only defense as the virus can linger in the air and spread before symptoms show. Community & Culture: UNI’s new Humanities Hub kicks off with a free lecture on how humanities degrees translate into real careers, bringing in a national humanities leader. Local Arts: Vesterheim’s free Second Saturday celebrates immigrant stories and U.S. history with international food, crafts, and live Nordic music. Education & Growth: Western Iowa Tech marks 60 years with yearlong events celebrating thousands of students and credentials across western Iowa. Mental Health: NAMIWalks Iowa returns Sept. 26 in Johnston to fund local mental health programs and support. Food & Lifestyle: Frank’s Hot Chicken Smash Burgers is heating up Iowa City with customizable spice levels and smash-burger favorites. Sports: Drake is ranked No. 1 in Iowa by Time’s inaugural America’s Best Colleges list.
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