AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoWater & Wildlife: Kentucky crews pulled a struggling calf from the Dix River after kayakers spotted it, and it’s now receiving veterinary care. Public Safety on Water: Tennessee reported no boating fatalities over Labor Day, with injuries and arrests noted across reservoirs including Kentucky Lake. Local Water Infrastructure: Henry County Water District rehabbed a main office tank—drained, sandblasted, repainted—using Clean Water Act grant support, aiming for 20+ more years of service. Community Parks: Williamstown is pursuing Land and Water Conservation Fund help to expand its downtown amphitheater into a full daily-use park with playground, splash zone, ADA access, and more. Energy & Land Use: Woodford County approved Kentucky’s first permanent ban on data center construction, targeting data centers, landfills, and large battery storage. Digital Access: The Kentucky PSC is pushing Lifeline discounts during Digital Connectivity and Lifeline Awareness Week (Sept. 13–19). Higher Ed Climate: A new survey finds Southern faculty increasingly fear for safety and livelihoods amid political pressure. Food Safety: CDC says the Cyclospora outbreak tied to Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce has sharply declined, with the linked product no longer available.**
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