AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoWhite Oak & Bourbon Supply Chain: UK researcher Sybil Gotsch is tackling Kentucky’s “white oak problem,” where seedlings thrive but mid-sized trees keep disappearing—an issue that could ripple into bourbon’s legally required new charred white oak barrels. Arts Education Pipeline: Kentucky Governor’s School for the Arts named its 2026 class—276 students from 59 counties—running June 7-27 at NKU, with graphic design added this year. Local Talent in STEM: Morehead State’s Craft Academy for Excellence in Science & Mathematics held its Class of 2026 graduation, recognizing nearly 100 students, including Bullitt County graduates. Regulatory & Gambling Oversight: A bipartisan AG coalition led by Ohio’s Dave Yost urged the CFTC to recognize state authority over sports-related prediction markets, arguing they function like unregulated sportsbooks. Energy & Infrastructure: TC Energy’s proposed Mason-to-Rowan natural gas pipeline is drawing scrutiny from rural landowners in Mason County. Community & Industry Growth: Kenton County approved Prus Construction as construction manager for its new flagship park in Independence. Bourbon Business Risk: A Garrard County distillery tied to a nearly $27.9M judgment is headed to auction, raising fresh questions about financing and production restart plans.
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