AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFood Safety & Health: The FDA says a Cyclospora test tied to Taylor Farms was a false positive, removing that sample from its July 18 update while the outbreak investigation continues. Local Health Access: Des Moines University will host free back-to-school physicals for K-12 students Wednesday at the Olsen Center (10 a.m.-6 p.m.), with no insurance needed and backpacks for those who get physicals. Weather & Air Quality: Central Iowa faces a Heat Advisory Monday (heat index up to 105 in Ames) and an Air Quality Alert in the eastern half of the state as wildfire smoke worsens through the morning. Public Safety: A Union Pacific train struck a car in Arion, killing one and injuring four others, according to crash reports. Iowa Sports: Iowa State softball adds transfer Maggie Werner, and the Cyclones also announced more 2026 volleyball opponents and schedules. Community & Culture: RAGBRAI continues to draw riders across Iowa, with local stops and events fueling fundraising along the route.
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