AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoWorld Cup & Heat Risk: France opens the Round of 16 in Philadelphia against Paraguay Saturday at 5 p.m. as a brutal U.S. heatwave pushes temperatures near 101°F in the city, with officials warning of more extreme conditions and teams adjusting plans. Local Business & Community: Butler County’s 250th-anniversary calendar highlights major summer draws like the Big Butler Fair (July 3-11) and Steeples & Stacks Heritage Weekend (July 10-11), signaling steady tourism and foot traffic for local vendors. Housing Affordability: A new Pew analysis finds first-time homebuying is getting harder for under-40 Americans, with the price-to-income ratio rising sharply since the 1970s and first-time buyers hitting a record-low share of purchases. Banking Leadership: Milton Savings Bank names Thomas R. Crissinger Jr. as president and CEO effective July 1, replacing Robert Crane, as the lender emphasizes loan and deposit growth. Manufacturing Network: The Innovative Manufacturers’ Center adds Ken Healy and Tammy Bubb to its board, reinforcing support for small and mid-sized manufacturers across a 12-county region. Small Business Spotlight: A new optics shop in Allensville, The Scope and Binocular Shoppe, opened May 28 with a focus on helping customers choose the right long-term equipment.
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