AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHeat & Safety Watch: A major heat dome is building across the Midwest and Upper Plains, with feels-like temps near 100° and heat advisories in parts of Wisconsin and Iowa—officials urge hydration and cooling plans. Housing Costs: U.S. home prices hit an all-time high in June, while some markets still give sellers the upper hand and others see more negotiating room as inventory shifts. Agriculture & Food: USDA data shows the Midwest as America’s “food engine” by total production value, even as California remains the top single state. Energy & Markets: Russia’s diesel export ban is pushing global fuel prices higher, adding pressure to inflation. Local Crime: Kansas City, Kansas narcotics task forces seized 143.5 lbs. of meth and arrested two suspects after a July 4 raid. Community & Outdoors: Wisconsin’s Youth Outdoor Fest introduced kids to fishing, archery, and more, while Iowa dedicated a “Tallest Ear of Corn” monument to draw visitors.
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