AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoFood Safety & Retail: Whole Foods expanded its recall of jalapeño-containing salsas, guacamole and prepared foods after a salmonella outbreak tied to jalapeños sourced from Coast Citrus Distributors; the products were sold in 12 states including Oklahoma, with “best before” dates running Aug. 7-16 and no illnesses reported yet for the Whole Foods items. Public Health: The broader outbreak linked to jalapeños has sickened more than 300 people across 27 states, while federal officials say the timing of the recalled eggs and other factors mean the recall may not explain every illness. State Politics: Gov. Kevin Stitt issued an executive order directing an investigation and possible terrorist designation for Oklahoma Muslim groups, citing federal findings tied to Muslim Brotherhood-related activity abroad. Education & Workforce: Oklahoma City Public Schools opened a new $116 million Capitol Hill High School on the south side, funded by a nearly $1 billion bond approved in 2022, aiming to relieve overcrowding and improve outcomes. Local Business: Lelantos Holdings reported $243,079 in unaudited revenue for Airtopia Adventure Parks’ first full month in McAlester, with 8,360 guest check-ins and 218 new memberships. Energy & Innovation: Tulsa’s Rose Rock Bridge selected four energy-focused startups for $400,000 in nondilutive funding to pilot tech locally, including AI and oilfield recovery tools.
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