AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoPublic Health: The Cyclospora outbreak tied to iceberg lettuce continues to surge, with cases now reported across 47 states and climbing past 25,000 confirmed/probable infections nationwide—CDC figures show thousands more still pending tests. Arkansas Education & Policy: Arkansas is among states getting more flexibility with federal education dollars, using waivers to consolidate funding streams and adjust requirements at the local level. Higher Ed & Health Workforce: Arkansas Colleges of Health Education (ACHE) is launching an approved Doctor of Executive Leadership program, with the first class starting Aug. 10. STEM in Schools: Arkansas’ 2026-27 school year brings new literacy retention rules for third grade and a new community service requirement for most high school students, alongside continued push to limit cellphones in K-12. Infrastructure & Planning: ARDOT will hold public meetings Aug. 11 and Aug. 18 on a study for a direct Jonesboro-to-Osceola highway connection. Local Science/Ag: U of Arkansas Extension hired Jimmie Tucker as the Columbia County agriculture agent, with an open house Aug. 27.
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