AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEducation & Local Pride: UNL named Adam Patrick Messman of Rensselaer to the spring Deans’ List for 2025-26, joining more than 6,200 Nebraska students statewide. Workforce & Training: Gov. Jim Pillen and Omaha leaders announced Nebraska’s Workforce Pell Grant program at MCC, expanding Pell to short-term, noncredit workforce training like CDL, phlebotomy, pharmacy tech, and CompTIA+—with tuition expected to be fully covered for eligible students. Veterans & Taxes: After a First Alert 6 investigation, Sarpy County approved disabled veteran motor vehicle tax/fee exemptions and processed refunds for veterans who missed the January deadline. North Omaha Development: Omaha Inland Port Authority unveiled plans for an innovation district near 30th and Ames, backed by a $30 million state grant, aiming to bring jobs and training without displacing residents. Public Safety & Accountability: Dodge County board members will consider an “emergency” personnel/legal matter after Sheriff Dustin Weitzel pleaded guilty to wire fraud. Community & Events: UNL and the International Quilt Museum plan a free July 18 open house celebrating community stories.
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