AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoRail & Heritage: Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 is drawing crowds on its first East Coast run for America 250, with Missouri-area fans watching the steam giant’s multi-state route. AI & Data Centers: A Missouri-focused debate keeps heating up as residents and officials question the environmental and energy impacts of large AI data centers, pushing lawmakers toward clearer rules. Public Health Research: A new German study finds umbilical cord blood glucose isn’t a reliable way to predict transitional neonatal hypoglycemia, raising concerns about single test snapshots. Local Power Infrastructure: Columbia is moving toward a new $34M high-voltage transmission line, with public input and a council decision targeted for November. Higher Ed Funding Pressure: A report says international student enrollment dropped 17%, exposing how some universities lean on foreign tuition amid state funding gaps. State Consumer Safety: Missouri AG Catherine Hanaway says CBD American Shaman will halt kratom and 7-OH sales in the state after a settlement. World Cup Logistics (KC): Kansas City is about a week out from its FIFA Fan Festival, with ConnectKC26 shuttle plans and driver training underway. Education & Workforce: Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis says summer camp registration is still open, with STEM and music plus help for families.
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