AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoHeat & health in Missouri: New state data show nearly 4,200 Missourians went to emergency rooms for heat-related illnesses this summer, with visits spiking during sharp temperature jumps and warm nights—putting sudden pressure on local hospitals. Invasive species alert: Missouri wildlife officials say the northern snakehead, an air-breathing invasive fish, has been confirmed in the Missouri portion of the Eleven Point River; anglers are urged to kill it by severing the head, gutting it, or sealing it in plastic. Renewables in rural Missouri: A University of Missouri study finds wind and solar projects can boost rural county economies, with solar gains showing up in wages and jobs and wind lifting overall GDP—while also noting the need for smart local ordinances. Data centers vs. communities: Residents in Missouri and nearby states are organizing against proposed data centers, citing concerns about water, noise, and property values, even as developers tout local payouts and jobs. Weather context: Trenton reported above-normal September rainfall and warmer-than-normal temperatures, adding to a growing moisture surplus heading into early October.
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