AGP Executive Report
Last update: 15 minutes agoFederal Justice: Dodge County Sheriff Dustin Weitzel pleaded guilty to federal wire fraud tied to unauthorized transfers from the Dodge County Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 17 accounts to his personal bank accounts; prosecutors said $45,500 was moved, with $40,750.01 returned, and sentencing is set for Oct. 1. Agriculture & Industry: USDA announced a $500 million push to expand domestic fertilizer capacity under its FIELDS plan, repackaging stalled projects and redirecting Commodity Credit Corporation funds into grants for new and existing fertilizer production facilities. Healthcare & Policy: Nebraska’s medical cannabis regulations were approved by Gov. Jim Pillen and AG Mike Hilgers, setting limits on THC strength and product types, restricting smoking/vaping and flower, and capping purchases at 5 ounces in 30 days. Business & Growth: Gov. Pillen highlighted a new “Index of State Economic Momentum” report ranking Nebraska in the top 10 for employment, income and population growth. Healthcare Logistics: Air Methods is adding a fixed-wing medical airplane back to its Omaha base to expand patient transport options across a 1,500-mile radius. Local Economy & Jobs: Nebraska election officials are reviewing petitions that could put online sports betting on the 2026 ballot after Tax Relief Nebraska submitted about 350,000 signatures for two measures. Community & Talent: UNL’s TAPS program will host a July 7 field day in North Platte focused on plot tours, irrigation and nitrogen management, and a 2026 market outlook.
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