AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSteel Plant: Mesabi Metallics is pitching a $15 billion steel complex in Lee County as part of an $18 billion Midwest investment, but questions remain over whether the promised jobs will materialize. Iowa lawmakers approved up to $1.4 billion in tax incentives for the project. Governor’s Race: Democrat Rob Sand and Republican Zach Lahn traded sharp attacks in their first debate, clashing over residency, taxes, education and the state budget. Interstate Shooting: A West Des Moines man faces four attempted-murder charges after shots were fired at vehicles on I-35 south of Des Moines; a woman was wounded and the interstate closed for hours. Harvest and Heating: Wet fields are slowing Iowa’s harvest, while the state has suspended penalties for farm haulers using dyed diesel on roads through February. Northeast Iowa households with seniors, disabilities or utility shutoff notices can now apply early for LIHEAP heating help. Lansing Bridge: The replacement Mississippi River bridge linking Iowa and Wisconsin is set to open Nov. 6, months ahead of schedule. Router Lawsuit: Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird joined other states in suing TP-Link, alleging deceptive claims about router security and manufacturing links.
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