AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoPollinator-Friendly Gardening: A St. Louis-area study co-published by Webster University biologist Nicole Miller-Struttmann finds bees prefer “messier” yards—more mixed plants, less trimming, and more habitat complexity—over manicured, limited-flower layouts. Public Health & Climate Risk: The National Weather Service issued a Heat Advisory for the Missouri Ozarks with heat index readings around 100–105, urging hydration, shade, and extra care for outdoor workers and neighbors. Toxic Exposure Near Recreation: A new national study reports many U.S. parks sit close to facilities that report toxic chemical handling to the EPA and current or former Superfund sites, challenging the idea that green space is always separate from pollution sources. Invasive Species Watch: Dead invasive carp piled along the Mississippi at Riverside Landing Park in St. Charles County, with Missouri conservation officials pointing to warm water, lower river levels, and low oxygen as likely drivers. Wildlife Rescue Support: Missouri-based Midland donated dozens of radios to the Dolphin Research Center in Florida to help coordinate marine mammal rescue and education efforts. Water & Infrastructure: Missouri S&T researcher John J. Myers leads a $450,000 MoDOT-funded project to improve guidance for prestressed concrete bridge girders, aiming for efficiency without sacrificing safety or durability.
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