AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoBroadband Push: NTIA says it will accept new BEAD proposals to reach “newly identified unserved locations,” including changes to FCC maps, after states asked how to use about $21B left from the $42B program. Aviation Safety Leadership: After nearly three decades at the NTSB, Alaska’s regional chief Clint Johnson is retiring, capping a career that included major crash investigations and safety recommendations. Public Health—RSV: The American Academy of Pediatrics expands RSV vaccine guidance for more kids entering a second RSV season, including all Native American and Alaska Native children. Medical Case Spotlight: Surgeons repairing a diabetic woman’s retina found two live oriental eyeworms behind her eyelids—an unusual reminder that parasites can hide even when symptoms don’t point there. Wildlife & Staffing: A report says U.S. Fish and Wildlife staffing dropped sharply, including Alaska losing 220 workers (36%), raising concerns for conservation capacity. Local Environment: Kodiak Island Borough faces an ADEC notice of violation over bears entering the landfill and eating garbage, with required fixes this month. STEM Education Metrics: UAS in Juneau City and Borough shows a 22.2% six-year bachelor’s completion rate for white students (2018 cohort), below the statewide 34.9%. Healthier Salt Mythbusting: A review challenges claims that “fancy” salts are healthier than iodized salt, noting iodine needs and concerns like contaminants in some gourmet samples.
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