AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCoal and health: A new report says U.S. coal miners are seeing the highest lung disease rates since 1978, with Kentucky and nearby central Appalachia hit hardest—raising the stakes for any push to revive coal. Invasive pests and forests: UK entomologist Lynne Rieske-Kinney is advancing RNA-based pest control aimed at protecting ash and pine trees from invasive beetles like emerald ash borer and southern pine beetle. Urban forestry push: The University of Kentucky will host Tree Week 2026 (Oct. 9–18), including TreeFest and Arbor Day events focused on planting and community outreach. Wildlife close to home: Kentucky Fish and Wildlife is urging Shelbyville residents to stay alert after a young black bear was spotted downtown, warning not to feed or approach it. Power planning: Big Rivers Electric says it expects to keep its coal and natural gas plants running beyond 2050, arguing reliability upgrades beat retirement-and-replacement. Data center debate: A Frankfort listening session drew strong opposition to hyperscale data centers, with speakers citing farmland loss, water concerns, and calls for stronger environmental and ratepayer protections.
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