AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMid-Missouri Roadwork: MoDOT says sidewalk replacements, pavement widening, bridge work and other maintenance will keep traffic slow in Boone and nearby counties Aug. 10-16, with drivers urged to watch for equipment and lane changes. Health Alert—Ticks: Health officials warn tick season is stretching longer and ER visits for tick bites remain elevated, with states tracking where ticks are spreading and what diseases they may carry. Cyclospora Monitoring: Missouri health departments are reminding residents to prevent cyclosporiasis as cases rise, including guidance on washing produce and cooking to kill the parasite. Local Safety—Crash: A 63-year-old Mexico, Mo., motorcyclist was seriously injured after striking a deer and being ejected; he wasn’t wearing a helmet, and his bike was totaled. Community Help: In Kansas City, the Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council handed out 400 backpacks and school supplies, connecting families with local resources like health and housing assistance. Public Safety—Homicide Probe: Kansas City police are investigating a deadly shooting in the Westport area after a man was found wounded inside a business. Gas Prices: The national average for regular gas fell to about $4.06 per gallon, as crude prices eased.
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