AGP Executive Report
Last update: 35 minutes agoEnergy & Industry: East Kentucky Power Cooperative has started work on the new Liberty Station, a $500 million natural gas plant near Liberty in Casey County, aiming for power in about two years. Air Quality & Costs: Louisville-area drivers may see lower gas prices after the reformulated gasoline requirement ends in Jefferson County and parts of Bullitt and Oldham counties. Wildlife & Invasive Risk: Kentucky wildlife officials say genetic testing confirmed Alabama bass/spotted bass hybrids in Lake Linville, raising concerns for native fisheries as broader testing continues. Water & Weather Preparedness: A 2–4% tornado probability was issued for a wide Kentucky zone, including Louisville and Lexington, as storm conditions expanded. Local Conservation Funding: Louisville’s proposed budget would cut the Soil and Water Conservation District by more than half, putting local conservation programs at risk. Renewables: BrightNight reached financial close for the 120 MW Frontier solar project in Washington and Marion counties, with construction underway and operation expected by fall 2027. Public Safety: Kentucky State Police added the “Rook” armored vehicle to its fleet, bought with asset forfeiture funds, to help in hostage, barricade, riot, and natural disaster scenarios. Community & Place: Work is underway to renovate the old Carr Creek High School with an Appalachian Regional Commission grant, with plans for a bed-and-breakfast, museum, and community hub.
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