AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoDiesel and gas squeeze: Wisconsin drivers are hunting for cheaper fuel as diesel hits a record statewide average of $6.19 a gallon and regular gas climbs to about $4.34, with some stations in the Milwaukee area undercutting the average. Public safety tech debate: Milwaukee alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic says she’ll cut Flock license-plate reader funding from next year’s budget unless residents get a say, as other SE Wisconsin cities move to end or replace Flock contracts. Consumer protection: The Wisconsin Department of Revenue warns seniors about a viral AI video pushing a fake “Senior Homeowner Tax Review” program and nonexistent forms that scammers use to steal Social Security and banking info. Wealth spotlight: Forbes lists seven Wisconsin billionaires again, with Diane Hendricks (ABC Supply) slipping to No. 48 overall and the group’s combined net worth at $69.4 billion. Local business & community: Cenovus Energy’s Superior Refinery is donating $260,000 to UW-Superior programs, and Aspirus opened a new $35 million Chippewa Falls hospital and clinic. Manufacturing showcase: Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce released 108 nominees for “Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin,” with voting starting Sept. 21.
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