AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoPipeline & Power Transition: A proposed 42-mile natural gas pipeline extension tied to TC Energy and Columbia Gulf Transmission would feed EKPC’s Hugh L. Spurlock Generating Station as the utility plans to shift units to burn up to 50% natural gas—neighbors in Rowan, Fleming and Mason counties say they were blindsided by route impacts and safety concerns. Food Safety & Local Retail: The FDA flagged a new cyclosporiasis outbreak (72 cases) and Walmart pulled bagged iceberg lettuce in 27 states after possible Cyclospora links; Taco Bell also removed Taylor Farms lettuce, with Kentucky among states previously tied to the larger outbreak. Transportation & Driver Education: KYTC is hosting a public meeting July 28 on the Fairview Drive roundabout in Daviess County, with a presentation on how to navigate modern roundabouts and an update on the opening timeline. Healthcare Policy: Kentuckians with disabilities and advocates are pushing back on looming 4% Medicaid cuts to waiver services, arguing the reduction threatens care stability. Energy Costs Watch: GasBuddy reports the lowest midgrade diesel/midgrade prices in parts of eastern Kentucky this week, with Breathitt County midgrade hitting $4.19 and diesel pricing varying sharply by county. Workforce: Kentucky Career Center will hold a Paducah job fair July 28 with openings ranging from school bus drivers to warehouse and delivery roles. Manufacturing Spotlight: Midmark celebrated renovations at its Glasgow facility, highlighting expanded workspaces and tech for medical, dental and veterinary products. Tech & Utilities: PPL signed the White House Ratepayer Protection Pledge, arguing regulator-approved tariffs already protect existing customers as data centers grow.
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