AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMissouri Politics: Kansas City GOP primary chatter is heating up as Rep. Sam Graves’ backing of radio host Chris Stigall doesn’t sway Nathan Willett, who says he’s running his own campaign for the 6th District. Livestock Policy: A proposed “Save Our Bacon Act” would block state rules like California’s Prop 12 on gestation crates, with Missouri hog farmers arguing it could reshape markets and competition. Public Safety: A grain bin tragedy in Illinois—where a man was trapped after entering to fix equipment—adds to renewed calls for tighter safety rules after multiple fatal adventure and aviation incidents. Rural Health: Harrison County Community Hospital in Bethany held a ribbon-cutting after a nearly $57M USDA Rural Development loan helped build a modern facility. Business & Community: Sparklight awarded $125,000+ in grants to 28 nonprofits across its service area, targeting education, digital literacy, food insecurity, and community development. Local Economy/Infrastructure: Missouri’s Route 66 centennial continues to draw road-trip attention, with Missouri towns marking the “Mother Road” milestone.
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