AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCapital Markets: Sunshine Silver Mining & Refining Co. completed a $270 million IPO on the NYSE, trading as SSMR, to fund a restart of Idaho’s historic Sunshine Mine with production targeted for late 2028. Local Business & Community: Pocatello’s Cornelison Funeral Home marked its 110th anniversary with a chamber ribbon cutting and open house, highlighting how the long-running business has adapted to hospice and training needs. Regional Economy: Spokane Pride drew tens of thousands downtown, boosting hotels, restaurants and retailers over the weekend, with organizers estimating 50,000+ visitors. Energy & Infrastructure: Idaho Power is proposing a new South Hills Power Plant near Milner in Twin Falls County—222 megawatts of natural gas capacity—aimed at meeting rising Magic Valley demand. Public Policy & Regulation: States are moving ahead with AI rules despite federal pushback, focusing on how AI interacts with children and workplaces. Health Care Industry: Lifepoint named Aaron Lewis president and COO, a leadership shift for the private equity-backed hospital operator. Local Land Use/Water: Victor is suing Driggs over a wastewater treatment agreement, alleging contract and audit failures. Business/Tech Risk: Chelan County says some services remain disrupted after a malware incident shut down its network over Memorial Day. Wildfire Impact: A fast-moving eastern Washington wildfire forced evacuations of about 1,500 residents and destroyed at least 15 homes.
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