AGP Executive Report
Last update: 29 minutes agoData Centers & Energy Costs: Lexington residents packed a city meeting to challenge new data center plans after the former Lexmark site was bought by DartPoints, with speakers pushing back on environmental and infrastructure impacts and asking for real limits. Local Governance: In eastern Kentucky, Sen. Robin Webb says she’s still seeking details on a proposed TeraWulf data center in her district, while Gov. Andy Beshear argues facilities must cover their own power costs. Housing & Affordability: Kentucky Realtors report the median home sale price hit $276,400 in March 2026, up 4.3%, and buyers are also overlooking add-on costs like internet service. Utilities & Big Load Negotiations: Utilities are driving negotiations with large data centers in the absence of new state legislative action, raising questions about who ultimately pays. Workforce & Training: Trucking employers are increasingly building talent through CDL training and apprenticeships instead of waiting for experienced drivers. Energy Prices: AAA says gas prices are trending down in Kentucky as oil prices ease amid the Iran conflict outlook. Agriculture & Food Industry: A Kentucky tobacco farm must attend a DOL visa-rule hearing after a judge rejected its bid to block the case.
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