AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFed Watch: Fed Gov. Michael Barr told G20 leaders that inflation is still too high and, if it doesn’t cool, the Fed should “act decisively” with a rate hike—setting up a high-stakes September decision. Wyoming Energy & Water: Jackson Lake is running low, with dam managers preparing for very low fall levels that could affect power and irrigation as drought tightens the Upper Snake River system. Business Climate Fight: Wyoming AG Mike Hilgers joined a coalition that helped knock out New York’s $75 billion Climate Change Superfund Act, arguing states can’t override federal air rules. Local Economy Signals: Job openings rose slightly in July to 7.27 million, while layoffs fell and quits also declined—steady demand, tighter household pressure. Consumer Safety: Crystal Temptations recalled Halloween Chocolatey Eyeballs sold in 13 states, including Wyoming, due to undeclared milk/whey allergens. Energy Prices: GasBuddy reports Wyoming midgrade and diesel prices remain elevated, with Carbon County midgrade at $4.10 and Sheridan County diesel at $5.24 in the week ending Aug. 22. Wyoming Growth: Frontieras North America and Western Fuels signed an MOU to develop a mine-mouth FASForm™ processing facility at Dry Fork near Gillette. Community & Workforce: Food Bank of Wyoming is urging help during Hunger Action Month, while Western Wyoming College posted for a custodian role.
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