AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours ago9/11 Remembrance in Iowa: Maryville marked the 25th anniversary with a community ceremony, including remarks from Mayor John McBride and a bell salute led by the Maryville Fire Department, focused on educating students who weren’t alive for the attacks. Local First Responders: In Des Moines, firefighter Capt. Jeramie Eginoire said 9/11 pushed him to pursue a lifelong career in public safety. Education & Memory: A national look at how states teach Sept. 11 notes only about half require it, urging Iowa schools to keep the lessons and aftermath in the classroom. Community & Culture: The Des Moines Playhouse opens “Come From Away” to mark the anniversary, while Searsboro prepares for its 150th birthday celebration with a parade, food trucks, and fireworks. Schools & Teaching: Iowa named nine Regional Teachers of the Year, including three Northwest Iowa finalists. Higher Ed: UNI reported its biggest freshman class in years and overall enrollment at 9,366, the highest since 2020. Public Service Appointments: Prairie City selected Erica Haack as city administrator, starting Sept. 14.
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