AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoNebraska Politics & Accountability: A Flatwater Free Press report raises fresh questions about Gov. Jim Pillen’s use of a $2.5 million no-bid consulting contract, citing emails that suggest state officials had concerns about favoritism and the role of a key lobbyist. Local Economy & Growth: A data-center developer has acquired options for about 1,280 acres of Lincoln County pastureland near Hershey, signaling continued pressure for large power-hungry projects in rural Nebraska. Weather & Safety: Omaha gets a mostly dry Monday break, but a major rain-and-thunderstorm system is expected to hit Nebraska Tuesday through Thursday, with flash-flood risk and 2–4 inches possible. Environment: The Sandhills Weed Management Area is using a helicopter spraying project to target invasive plants along central and north-central river systems, funded by a Nebraska Environmental Trust grant. Sports (Nebraska): Nebraska football remains undefeated and opens Big Ten play with a big win over Michigan State, while Husker volleyball keeps rolling—sweeping Ohio State and extending its strong start. Education: UNL reorganized NSSE results into audience-specific brief reports for instructors and student support, highlighting strengths and areas for improvement.
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