AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoHealthcare Hiring: Midwest Radiology says it has onboarded 33 new radiologists so far in 2026—more than double last year’s pace—crediting fast physician-led responses, heavy use of independent job boards, and low-turnover word of mouth. Higher Education Finance: Minnesota launched the SELF Grad Loan to replace gaps left by the federal Grad PLUS changes, offering fixed low-interest rates tied to co-signers and repayment terms, with participating schools now onboarded. Business Leadership: PARQA, a Minneapolis Salesforce consulting partner for workforce/talent tech, named Carl Hixson president and COO as it scales. Local Economy & Housing: Lyon County approved statewide affordable housing aid for three projects, including Habitat for Humanity, UCAP, and Tapestry Companies. Energy Prices: GasBuddy data shows some of the week’s lowest Minnesota regular prices in Stearns ($3.45), with broader statewide averages still below prior-week levels. Public Safety: A severe storm outbreak is forecast for Wednesday, with intense tornadoes, hail, and damaging winds possible across parts of the Midwest. Immigration Enforcement: ICE arrested a man accused in a fatal Minnesota semi crash, with the case tied to a broader federal focus on immigration enforcement.
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