AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoWildfires & Evacuations: Eastern Washington wildfires near Spokane have forced evacuations of about 60,000 people and destroyed at least 600 homes and other structures, with officials warning residents are “not out of danger” as conditions stay dry. Health & Safety: LifeServe Blood Center says blood donations are down more than usual for summer, leaving only a 1–2 day supply for several critical types and urging Nebraskans to donate now. Nebraska Higher Ed: UNL will award about 600 degrees Aug. 15 at Pinnacle Bank Arena, with interim Chancellor Katherine Ankerson presiding and Susan Sheridan delivering the keynote. Local Alerts: An Endangered Missing Advisory for an 82-year-old man with dementia in central/eastern Nebraska has been canceled after he was found safe. Community & Tourism: Applications are open for the 2027 Nebraska Passport, with Visit Nebraska seeking new stops across the state for May 1–Sept. 30. Politics & Representation: Iowa Sen. Josh Turek is running for the U.S. Senate seat once held by Tom Harkin, focusing on boosting federal representation and support for people with disabilities.
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