AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFood Safety Watch: The CDC says the cyclosporiasis outbreak linked mostly to shredded lettuce has climbed to 13,895 lab-confirmed cases, with FDA inspections now underway in Mexico to check processing sites and fields; South Dakota health officials say they’re taking the issue seriously and monitoring food safety. Sturgis Safety Update: South Dakota Highway Patrol rally stats show DUI arrests and crash totals running below last year’s pace, with 94 DUI arrests reported Aug. 8–14 and three fatal crashes in the rally period. Public Health Policy: Massachusetts and now other states are moving to crack down on kratom; Massachusetts issued an emergency order, and FDA warns kratom isn’t lawfully marketed and can carry risks like liver injury and seizures. Local Wellness & Access: Sanford Sports Academy says it has delivered 20+ free camps and clinics since 2025, reaching more than 3,000 kids, and plans more free youth programming this fall. Community Health Infrastructure: Dakota State University hosted congressional staff to highlight South Dakota’s rural broadband work and how connectivity supports healthcare and other services.
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