AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 minutes agoMontana Business Spotlight: Clyde Park’s Peter Connelly is turning bison shearing into a niche fiber business, selling soft winter-coat “cashmere-like” bison fiber and launching Ember Heritage products. Rural Politics: A Reuters/Ipsos poll finds Trump’s approval among rural Americans slipping to 50% in June, with disapproval rising to 48% as fuel and food costs bite. Health Policy: CMS released final Medicaid work-requirement rules, spelling out what millions must do to keep coverage. Courts & Public Lands: A federal judge ordered the Interior Department to restore National Park Service slavery, climate and civil-rights exhibits removed under a Trump-era directive. Food Safety: FDA classified a voluntary Alfredo sauce recall as Class I after possible salmonella risk tied to a dry milk powder ingredient, affecting distribution in 41 states. Montana Sports: Montana-area athletes posted strong results at NCAA track nationals, including a top-five finish by a local competitor. Community & Culture: Missoula’s Zootown Festival returns June 19-20 with major headliners. Local Economy: Montana Chamber boards met in Meagher County to tour a copper mine and finalize its next strategic plan.
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