AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoPublic Safety & Utilities: Storms knocked out power for thousands in Calloway County, with WKRECC reporting about 3,600 outages and crews dispatched. Flood Recovery: Gov. Andy Beshear says Kentucky’s FEMA flood-relief request is a “slam dunk,” after touring damage in Cumberland and Madison counties where heavy rain left deaths and widespread flooding. Energy Regulation: The Kentucky Public Service Commission opened a management-audit case for Kentucky Power, citing “troubling” planning and decision-making concerns. Opioid Spending: A new report says most local opioid settlement money remains unspent in Kentucky, with about $1.7 million flagged as problematic. Healthcare Fraud: Kentucky AG Russell Coleman announced nearly $11 million in Medicaid fraud uncovered in a national takedown, with multiple Kentucky defendants charged. Local Business & Community: Purple Toad Winery & Distillery opened a new Bowling Green location, investing $5 million and aiming to build a local events hub. Economic Development & Infrastructure: Lancaster City Council will consider a data center resolution and updated building code adoptions. Heat & Consumer Impact: A Northern Kentucky family says a home warranty delayed their AC repair during the heat wave, highlighting pressure on service timelines. Transportation: Kentucky is urging drivers to celebrate July 4 responsibly, citing past holiday crashes involving impaired drivers.
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