AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMissouri Water Watch: Cassville officials are raising alarms about a proposed 900,000-gallon sludge-storage tank near five city wells, warning that Missouri’s karst groundwater could be vulnerable to contamination if the DNR approves the operating permit. Renewable Energy in Columbia: Columbia City Council approved a 2026 renewable energy plan (23.5% renewables in 2026, with a target of 30% by 2029) and also moved forward on other infrastructure items, including stormwater code changes. Invasive Species Alert: University of Missouri and Lincoln University researchers say an invasive Asian needle ant has been identified in Missouri, with experts tracing how the first reports surfaced through public observations. Health & Food Safety: Missouri health officials report 216 cyclosporiasis cases statewide as investigations continue to pinpoint the source, while the broader U.S. outbreak remains confusing after shifting lab results tied to iceberg lettuce. Climate & Weather Pressure: A heatwave tied to Tropical Storm Bertha is expanding across the region, with Missouri among states under heat advisories and risks of dangerous, prolonged exposure. Outdoor & Wildlife Management: Missouri’s Conservation Department is changing 2026 hunting rules, including higher permit fees and revised zones, as chronic wasting disease management continues to shape deer regulations.
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