AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoDairy Expansion: Westby Cooperative Creamery is investing $14.1 million to modernize its cottage cheese operation, adding new enclosed-vat technology to boost efficiency, food safety and capacity. Streaming Policy: Netflix, Amazon and YouTube formed a new Washington, D.C. lobbying group to push back on efforts to curb streaming costs and keep sports available on subscription platforms. Immigration Legal Fight: New York AG Letitia James and a coalition of states and cities sued to block a Trump “public charge” rule that would let immigration officials deny green cards based on use of public benefits. Local Business Growth: Racine’s “3 Acres by Marci & Jason” is set to open Sept. 29 with a full-service restaurant, bar, and large event spaces along Douglas Avenue. Energy & Land Use: Watertown officials raised concerns about a proposed 25-acre, 5MW solar farm near the airport, citing comprehensive-plan conflicts and potential glare in a runway flight path. Environment: Experts are urging faster action on Lake Superior algal blooms, calling for more research and real-time monitoring to reduce health risks. Construction & Jobs: CHS plans a $700 million soybean processing facility in Evansville, targeting fall 2028 and about 80 jobs. AI for Business: Marquette Business is hosting a free AI training session for leaders on Sept. 30. Gas Prices Watch: GasBuddy data shows select low prices across Wisconsin counties in the week ending Sept. 5, with regular averaging around the low-$3 to mid-$3 range in multiple areas.
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