AGP Executive Report
Last update: 28 minutes agoUW-Madison Athletics: Shawn Eichorst, a Wisconsin native and UW-Whitewater alum, has been named the Badgers’ new director of athletics, with former Bo Ryan praising his calm, player-first leadership. NBA Buzz: LeBron James says he’s leaving the Lakers and will play a 24th season elsewhere, while Kawhi Leonard is reportedly headed back to Toronto in a major trade. Summerfest & Heat Safety: Summerfest eases its water bottle carry-in rules for July 2-3 and expands cooling options as extreme heat continues. Arts & Community: Oak Park Festival Theatre is trying rotating repertory for the first time in its history, running Hamlet and The Importance of Being Earnest on alternating nights. Patriotism at 250: Milwaukee’s Summerfest is spotlighted as an official anchor for America’s Block Party tied to the U.S. semiquincentennial. Local Sports/Entertainment: Sweet Spot Golf Club turns a West Allis warehouse into an indoor golf hangout aimed at making the sport feel less intimidating. Food & Policy: DOJ and states reach a settlement with major egg producers over alleged price-fixing, with donations of millions of eggs to food banks.
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