AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoDefense Manufacturing Push: The Pentagon is pressuring weapons makers to expand factories and speed up production of “critical” systems within 21 days, as missile and interceptor use in the Iran conflict keeps draining U.S. stockpiles. Arkansas Health Education: Arkansas State University System trustees approved an $18 million health science center for ASU-Newport, adding classrooms, labs, simulation space, and capacity for nursing and other high-need programs. Veterinary Medicine Milestone: A-State’s inaugural College of Veterinary Medicine class held its white coat ceremony, marking the start of a new pipeline for animal health professionals in Jonesboro. STEM in the Classroom: Fort Smith-area teacher Melissa Purifoy, a sixth-grade math and science educator and Project Lead the Way “medical detectives” instructor, was named a Top 5 finalist for Arkansas Teacher of the Year. Public Health Watch: The CDC says the cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to iceberg lettuce has expanded to 15 states, with Arkansas among those reporting cases. Water & Wellness Science: Extension experts say electrolyte drinks can help after heavy sweating or illness, but alkaline water’s health and hydration benefits are less convincing than plain water.
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