AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMedical Cannabis Expansion: Kentucky hit a major retail milestone as the 24th licensed dispensary opened in Lebanon, putting half of the state’s 48 authorized dispensaries into operation. Agriculture & Research Funding: Sen. Mitch McConnell highlighted $26.7 million in federal support for UK’s Agricultural Research Service Forage-Animal Production Unit, aimed at boosting farming and livestock research. Food Security: Feeding America’s latest data shows Kentucky’s Heartland is seeing rising need, with 211,370 people facing food insecurity in 2024—up 23,200 year over year. Public Safety & Utilities: Kentucky’s PSC opened an investigation into affordability concerns tied to rising electricity and natural gas costs. Infrastructure & Commuting: KYTC District 3 released its Aug. 28–Sept. 4 traffic impact plan, including major downtown and highway closures that will affect drivers and commercial transport. Local Business & Jobs: A Kentucky Career Center job fair is set for Sept. 1. Community Agriculture: Franklin County FFA students brought home top honors at the Kentucky State Fair, including first place in the School Garden Cooking Challenge.
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