AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoColorado River Policy: The federal government rolled out a new 10-year Colorado River plan after states failed to agree, with Arizona leaders calling the proposed cuts “unacceptable” and warning they could gut the state’s water supply. Federal Land & Ranching: The Bureau of Land Management proposed major grazing rule changes across 155 million acres, including narrowing who can weigh in on land decisions—an issue likely to spark new legal and political fights. Energy & Tech: A March 2026 geothermal framework deal (up to 3 gigawatts) aims to supply data centers around the clock, while Arizona’s power demand hit an all-time high as extreme heat strains the grid. Semiconductors & Investment: Arizona’s chip ecosystem stays in focus as TSMC and ASML-related coverage highlights how advanced manufacturing and supply chains are shaping AI infrastructure. Local Business & Community: Scottsdale’s DeFalco’s Italian Deli & Grocery marked 53 years by leaning on consistency and face-to-face service—an example of how small businesses keep community ties strong. Utilities Reminder: Mesa’s San Tan Valley residents are urged to call 811 before digging for National 811 Day to prevent costly utility hits. MLB Trade Deadline: Tarik Skubal’s blockbuster move to the Dodgers reshapes the pitching market heading into Monday’s deadline, with Arizona’s Diamondbacks among the teams watching the fallout.
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