AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoPublic Health: Indiana is seeing rising cases of the drug-resistant fungus Candida auris, with 92 reported cases as of late July, according to CDC data—another reminder that healthcare settings are a key battleground. Local Tech & Privacy: Fort Wayne’s debate over renewing Flock Safety license plate reader cameras is heating up, with other Indiana cities taking different approaches and a renewal vote expected Aug. 25. Biosecurity & Research: IU researchers are building a system to detect avian flu in Indiana waterways before it reaches poultry farms, using a wastewater-surveillance style approach to flag risk for producers. Agriculture Tech: Tar spot has been confirmed in more Michigan counties, and it’s also showing up in Indiana—raising the stakes for corn scouting and targeted fungicide timing. Energy & Regulation: NIPSCO is seeking to recover about $38 million in costs tied to federal orders keeping coal units running longer than planned, a bill that could land with Indiana customers. Data Centers & Environment: Google’s Fort Wayne data center plans face pushback over protected wetlands, with filings arguing avoidance isn’t feasible—an Indiana floodplain fight with real-world consequences.
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