AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFood Safety Watch: The CDC says cyclosporiasis cases have surged to 4,173+ across 41 states, with Kentucky tied to the outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce sold by Taylor Farms; the FDA also says it’s investigating additional cases and previously flagged tests as false positives, while local health officials urge people to monitor recall info and seek care for persistent watery diarrhea. Wildlife & Development: In Hancock County, residents are raising alarms about bald eagles near a proposed large data center, prompting Kentucky Fish and Wildlife staff to explain how raptors could be affected and what protections apply. Clean Energy in Kentucky: Gov. Beshear announced $2.5 million from the Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust to expand publicly accessible DC fast-charging EV stations statewide, with applications opening Aug. 1. Water Infrastructure: House and Senate committees advanced the Water Resources Development Act of 2026, including funding and policy touching flood and storm risk management and environmental projects. Local Land & Grazing: UK researchers highlight winter bale grazing as a way to cut tractor hours while returning nutrients to pastures and keeping cattle cleaner. Hazmat Cleanup: Demolition work continues at the Blue Grass Army Depot after chemical weapons were neutralized, with the project expected to run through 2027.
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