AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoAI Policy & Politics: Trump pushed back on chatter that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent would be the “super intelligence” czar, while reporting notes Bessent’s ongoing role in AI negotiations and a proposed AI safety notification channel tied to China. Local Business & Community: Exeter’s Valenti Ristorante is opening under new ownership by longtime industry veteran Jim Jake, aiming to bring back the “family restaurant” feel. Wyoming Heritage & Indigenous Links: Rare Lewis and Clark peace medals in Wyoming were authenticated, with researchers pointing to possible connections to Indigenous leaders in what’s now North Dakota. Energy & Jobs: Weld County approved a $1.67B wind-and-solar project that will span into Wyoming, with construction starting in 2027 and major power output targeted by 2029. Cheyenne Data Center: A Cheyenne council committee backed the Orchard Hills data center plan and recommended overruling the Planning Commission’s denial. EV Charging Funding: WYDOT’s first NEVI RFP is now live, seeking proposals for rural and corridor charging clusters statewide. Wild Horses: The BLM announced $30M for fertility control to manage wild horses, a major shift in a long-running debate. Fuel Prices Watch: GasBuddy reported Wyoming’s lowest E85 and regular/midgrade/premium prices across multiple counties for the week ending Sept. 19.
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