AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoIowa Vandalism Trend: A new Iowa study finds reported vandalism and property damage fell 15% year-over-year in the first four months of 2026, with Des Moines, Davenport and Cedar Rapids among the most-hit cities. Hy-Vee Overtime Lawsuit: A federal class-action filed in Iowa alleges Hy-Vee failed to pay overtime to department managers, seeking unpaid wages plus penalties and interest. Consumer Scam Alert: The BBB warns of a fake “Infinity Auctions” website using a phony Rapid City address and copied vehicle photos, urging victims to report to local authorities. Public Safety & Weather: Iowa gas prices ticked up slightly to about $3.50 a gallon; meanwhile, Gov. Kim Reynolds issued disaster proclamations for counties hit by severe weather and flooding. Local Government Watch: Waterloo residents protested a data center plan, calling for transparency and a moratorium until impacts are studied. Sports & Community: Iowa State finalized its 2026-27 coaching staff; Fort Dodge softball rallied past Cedar Falls; and Iowa fans packed watch parties for the U.S. World Cup match vs. Belgium.
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