AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoExtreme Heat Watch: NOAA warns dangerous southern heat could linger through late August, with heat indexes topping 110°F and risky nighttime temperatures across Missouri and neighboring states. Wildlife & Public Safety: A Missouri reptile expert reports 47 copperheads on his property in 2026, breaking his prior record and raising questions about how often snakes return after relocation. Conservation & Outdoor Life: Missouri’s Governor’s Mentored Deer Hunt opens registration for Oct. 9-11, pairing new hunters with mentors across multiple counties. Local Environment & Infrastructure: MoDOT says a U.S. 412 expansion study in Dunklin County would have minimal impact on the human and natural environment, though funding isn’t secured. Community Health & Animals: A Safe Haven Baby Box dedication is set for Aug. 19 at Lake of the Ozarks, and Miranda Lambert’s MuttNation Foundation and Tractor Supply announced $255,000 in animal welfare grants nationwide. Agriculture & Pest Control: MU Extension highlights biological control as a tool to reduce pests while protecting beneficial organisms and the environment. Higher Education & Policy: University of Missouri earned a top “green light” speech code rating for free expression, despite recent campus disputes.
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