AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoWildfire Smoke & Health: Idaho’s air quality has slid into the Red/Unhealthy range in parts of the state, with ER physician Ethan Sims saying more patients are showing up—especially kids and babies—after smoky skies from regional fires. Twin Falls Shooting Update: Authorities are still seeking a motive after a mass shooting at a new Twin Falls In-N-Out left three dead and seven wounded; police say the gunman, 24-year-old Chad Williams, acted alone and died by self-inflicted gunshot. Idaho Transportation: Elkhorn Road reopened in Ketchum two days early, though drivers should expect intermittent shifts and lane closures through late 2026. Local Business Spotlight: Boise’s Soft Landing soft-serve shop is expanding with a second location in Eagle. Community Events: Elk River Days returns Aug. 7-9 with the town’s famous cardboard boat races. Workforce & Visas: Idaho’s reliance on H-2A/H-2B seasonal workers remains among the highest in the nation, underscoring how employers are filling seasonal gaps. Grants: Idaho Fish and Game is taking applications for shooting range development grants, due Nov. 2.
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