AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCollege Football Playoff Expansion: Executives meet Monday as the Big Ten proposes a 24-team field while the SEC weighs 16 (or 24 if TV and scheduling work), leaving Group of Six leagues pushing for more automatic spots. Oregon Sports Spotlight: Tae Walden, a top high school prospect, commits to Oregon with the goal of playing both offense and defense. Portland Nostalgia: After decades of buzz, Portlanders say goodbye to the Lloyd Center as it heads toward redevelopment. Wildfire Watch (Oregon): The Wrights Spring Fire keeps growing with fresh evacuation orders and 0% containment, including concerns about a key communications site. Arts & Entertainment: A rare Jerry Garcia solo performance is highlighted for Deadheads, while “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” keeps climbing at the box office. Community & Culture: A youth lockup rap project spotlights music as a path for incarcerated artists in Oregon. Powerball: Jackpot tops $900M again after Aug. 8 drew no winner; next drawing is Aug. 10.
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