AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoData-center fight in Mercer County: Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill is urging residents to oppose a proposed Mercer County zoning ordinance, arguing the vote is being rushed and that the village—an environmental and historical landmark—would face noise and light impacts despite its $7M-plus annual local economic contribution. CWD deer season in Kentucky: Kentucky Fish and Wildlife opened a special antlerless-only hunt in 21 counties starting Friday through Monday, with hunters required to submit samples for chronic wasting disease testing. Urban ag education expands: Kentucky State University Extension leaders launched urban aquaponics and hydroponics training in Louisville, Frankfort, and Lexington after a yearlong fellowship, supported by a $15,000 award. Water stewardship recognition: Northern Kentucky Water District won a 2026 Sustainable Water Utility Management Award from the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies. Local history spotlight: A new look at Frankfort’s African American Historic Context Report details the College Park neighborhood—Frankfort’s first Black subdivision developed by African Americans since 1911.
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