AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMedical Cannabis Rules: Gov. Jim Pillen approved Nebraska’s permanent medical marijuana regulations after Attorney General Mike Hilgers signed off, with the rules set to take effect five days after filing. Public Health Planning: The Regional Health Council launched a 2026-28 Community Health Improvement Plan for Pottawattamie and nearby metro counties, targeting social determinants, access to care, and mental health. Mosquito-Borne Virus Watch: Lincoln-Lancaster County Health detected Jamestown Canyon virus in local mosquitoes, urging residents to keep protecting themselves from bites. WIC Eligibility Expanded: Nebraska raised WIC income limits, adding more families; a family of four can now qualify with up to $61,050 annually. Heat & Homelessness Support: Omaha nonprofit outreach teams are checking on people living outside during the heatwave, sharing cooling supplies and information on resources. T1D Awareness Story: A Nebraska family shared how Type 1 diabetes was diagnosed only after a severe ER crash, highlighting the need to recognize symptoms earlier. Child Abuse Conviction: A Grand Island day care provider was found guilty of intentional child abuse resulting in death after an infant died from severe shaking/slamming injuries. Community Safety: Omaha Crime Stoppers increased its reward to $35,000 for tips in a fatal North Omaha shooting; police also reported a laser incident involving a State Patrol helicopter.
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