AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMissouri Primary Spotlight: Data centers are emerging as a top issue for voters ahead of the Aug. 4 primary, with residents in Pacific and other areas raising concerns about water use, energy demand, environmental impact, and public input. Energy & Utilities: The Missouri Public Service Commission set an Aug. 14 intervention deadline for Evergy Missouri Metro’s Fuel and Purchased Power Adjustment Clause request, with a proposed Oct. 1 tariff change. Grid Reliability: The U.S. Department of Energy issued an emergency order for Missouri and 16 other states to reduce blackout risk during extreme heat, allowing the Southwest Power Pool to dispatch generation and use backup resources. Courts & Sports: A judge granted Missouri football defensive tackle Sterling Webb a temporary restraining order, making him eligible to play in 2026 under the NCAA’s eligibility fight. Agriculture Costs: Missouri rice growers say fertilizer and fuel costs are outpacing rice prices, with council leaders pointing to potential federal aid and trade efforts. Local Business Impact: Joplin businesses say MoDOT’s Seventh Street construction is blocking access and hurting customer traffic. State Politics & Taxes: A Cole County judge is set to rule soon on a lawsuit challenging Missouri property tax caps tied to stadium funding, a decision that could affect tax notices across many counties.
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