AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 minutes agoFreight Safety: Gov. Mike Kehoe urged Illinois to overhaul commercial-driver licensing after a fatal Kansas City crash, citing risks on shared freight corridors. Manufacturing: Conagra plans to close its Macon processing plant, eliminating 442 jobs. A French auto supplier, meanwhile, is expanding its North American footprint with a new Missouri facility. Health Care: Tennessee-based Ardent Health is buying Boone Health; the hospital’s CEO says the deal will help avoid layoffs and support future investment. Energy Investment: Ameren won approval for a major battery and solar expansion across Missouri. Business Impact: New hemp restrictions are forcing some Missouri businesses to clear shelves or close. Kansas City Development: The Royals partnered with Elevate on plans for a new downtown ballpark.
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