AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAuto Manufacturing: Toyota Kentucky has started all-new RAV4 Hybrid production at its Georgetown plant and broke ground on a new paint facility, part of a broader $2B investment that also includes workforce training funding. Energy Policy: A statewide coalition is urging EPA to keep federal rules from raising the cost of reliable electricity, arguing Kentucky’s coal-and-gas power mix underpins affordability for households and employers. Retail Jobs: Target will open its Frankfort store July 26, bringing about 200 jobs and adding a major new retail anchor to The Paddocks development. Utilities & Rates: Virginia regulators scheduled a public hearing on Old Dominion Power’s proposed rate hike that would raise typical residential bills by about 23%. Education Leadership: Two Christian County principals graduated from the Kentucky Chamber Foundation’s Leadership Institute for School Principals, a program aimed at strengthening school leadership statewide. Workforce Training: Owensboro Community & Technical College will host a free CDL information session June 23 with help on enrollment and funding options. Community Services: Lexington’s Kindred Roots says a kinship care reunification program will close June 30 due to funding ending. Public Safety: Kentucky State Police arrested three people tied to Golden Phoenix Spa in Oak Grove after a prostitution-related investigation. Politics & Health: U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell will not vote this week as he continues recovery after hospitalization.
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