AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoUtilities & Storm Recovery: NIPSCO says power is back for 99% of northern Indiana customers after the Aug. 11 derecho, with remaining outages tied to privately owned equipment damage and other limited issues. Federal Aid: President Trump approved major disaster declarations for 21 Indiana counties, unlocking individual and public assistance as communities keep rebuilding after storms, flooding, and widespread outages. Local Relief Effort: A Pasadena nonprofit plans a “Fill the Truck Day for Gary, Indiana” drive Saturday to deliver hygiene supplies, diapers, cleaning products, and gift cards to storm-impacted residents. Social Media Protections: Indiana’s settlement with Meta could bring the state up to $419 million and require child-safety reforms on Facebook and Instagram, with state Rep. Joanna King calling it a major win for Hoosier families. Education: State lawmakers highlight rising 2026 IREAD scores, with more than 88% of third graders passing and results continuing a five-year improvement streak. Agriculture: Purdue Extension reports red crown rot detected in 17 Indiana counties, while another report spotlights how AI tools may help farmers manage hybrids and improve crop performance. Tech & Jobs: SK hynix broke ground on a $4B advanced packaging and research facility at Purdue Research Park, targeting AI memory demand.
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