AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoIdaho Rare Earths: Idaho Strategic Resources says it found a significant concentration of heavy rare earths at its Diamond Creek project north of Salmon, including yttrium—an element the U.S. relies on China for, with potential implications for EV and aerospace supply chains. Health Care Costs: Blue Cross says a North Idaho hospital’s use of a Congress-created billing arbitration process is driving up costs and could mean higher premiums, while the insurer says the Idaho Department of Insurance hasn’t provided updates on its investigation. Mining Watch: Bunker Hill Mining reports it has completed its first production stope blast at its Bunker Hill Mine and is targeting commercial production by year-end, citing safety progress with four years without a lost-time incident. Local Business & Growth: Croc Coatings is partnering with Life Floor to offer cooler-underfoot, slip-resistant pool deck surfacing options in North Idaho and Eastern Washington. Energy Prices: GasBuddy reports diesel prices in Idaho remain volatile, with the state average rising to $5.32 per gallon in the week ending Aug. 8. Tech & Workforce: Melaleuca’s AI + IT Tech Camp is bringing hands-on coding and AI training to Idaho high school students ahead of future tech careers.
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