AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoLocal Economy: The Des Moines Arts Festival is gearing up in Western Gateway Park, with organizers saying the three-day event could generate millions locally, and street closures already underway around 12th Street, Locust, Grand and nearby blocks. Public Safety: Iowa DOT rail safety staff are urging drivers and pedestrians to notice blue-and-white Emergency Notification System signs at crossings, which list a direct emergency number to help stop trains if someone is stuck or a crossing malfunctions. Community & Culture: The Fifth Annual Ottumwa Juneteenth Celebration drew a big turnout to Central Park, mixing vendors, food trucks, performances and history-focused programming. Courts & Crime: In Fairfield, a southeast Iowa man faces a felony charge of continuous sexual abuse of a child, while another man was charged after a Friday night assault involving a baseball bat. State Government: Gov. Kim Reynolds moved to keep the Iowa HHS leadership stable after Senate Democrats blocked confirmation for Larry Johnson, naming Kraig Paulsen to take over as director. Sports Business: Iowa State will start selling alcohol at Jack Trice Stadium and Hilton Coliseum this fall and winter, with new in-stadium rules and age limits.
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