AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoBeef Prices & Ranch Supply: Drought and wildfires are keeping U.S. cattle supplies at their lowest in 75 years, pushing beef prices higher for July 4 cookouts and squeezing budgets as some shoppers switch to cheaper proteins. Housing Finance: Nebraska lawmakers are weighing a bill to create First-Time Homebuyer Savings Accounts with Nebraska income-tax deductions, aiming to help young families cover down payments and closing costs. South Omaha Development: Construction is set to begin on “La Plaza de la Raza,” a $25M South Omaha plaza project supported by a $25M state grant, with new public space features designed to boost tourism and local business. Cybersecurity: A large password-spray attack tied to LSHIY LLC hit Microsoft 365 accounts, with tens of millions of login attempts and confirmed compromises across dozens of organizations. Local Public Safety & Crime: FBI and partners are investigating a Bradshaw Cornerstone Bank robbery that left an employee injured; a Grand Island man has been arrested in the case. State Grants for Communities: Nebraska’s Civic and Community Financing Fund awarded $1M total to 15 recipients, including a Howells pool renovation feasibility study. Gaming & Tourism: Lake Mac Casino in Ogallala added live table games ahead of the 2026 racing season. Agriculture Training: The Nebraska Grazing Lands Coalition opened registration for field-based Grazing School sessions focused on forage planning and ranch decision-making.
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