AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoAffordable Housing Push: WHEDA awarded $355,000 in grants to two La Crosse nonprofits—Couleecap for homebuyer counseling and Habitat for Humanity for a Washburn Neighborhood build/renovation—aimed at expanding affordable housing and homeownership. Primary Election Basics: Rock County Clerk Lisa Tollefson urged voters to bring photo ID, pick a party at the top of the ballot in Wisconsin’s open partisan primary, and follow strict rules so votes count. Food Safety Alert: Taylor Fresh Foods recalled more than a dozen jalapeño-containing dips, salsas and prepared foods sold at Walmart, Target and Trader Joe’s after a Salmonella-linked jalapeño supplier issue; consumers should not eat affected items. Public Health Fallout: Newly released Fauci-era texts show private concerns about COVID vaccine risks for pregnant women, even as public messaging emphasized safety—fueling fresh debate nationwide. Community & Recovery: A Multi-Agency Resource Center opened at the former UW-Oshkosh Fox Cities campus in Menasha, already serving 214 tornado-impacted households with help ranging from housing to mental health. Local Sports & Community Pride: Beloit will rename its stadium to honor longtime coach John Heineke on Aug. 21, with a halftime dedication and community events.
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