AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoImmigration & Public Safety: Kansas GOP Sen. Roger Marshall urged ICE to coordinate with local police as federal raids hit Dodge City, Garden City and Liberal, where officials said they weren’t notified in advance—raising fresh concerns for the meatpacking workforce and community trust. Energy & Agriculture Costs: Kansas State University Extension warns diesel prices could stay elevated into 2027, with global fuel disruptions and limited refining capacity keeping pumps in the $6–$7 range; lawmakers are also weighing whether to restrict diesel exports. Livestock Markets: CME cattle futures rebounded after ICE-linked slaughter disruptions pressured processing, while hog futures dipped ahead of USDA herd data. Construction & Local Business: A new 7 Brew drive-thru is under construction in Salina’s Mid State Plaza, targeting an early-winter opening, while Spanstead launched bilingual field-service software aimed at connecting estimates, crews and payments. Food & Farming Spotlight: Ellinwood’s Wayne DeWerff won his fourth Governor’s Sweepstakes watermelon title at the Kansas State Fair. Workforce & Tech: Kansas students and young adults are voicing worries about college costs and job prospects at a K-State town hall, as federal decisions shape affordability.
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