AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoAir Quality: Canadian wildfire smoke pushed Kansas air into the “moderate” range July 21–22, with AQI readings reaching the mid-60s to mid-70s in multiple cities, and KDHE urging extra caution for unusually sensitive people. Foodborne Illness: Kansas health officials say cyclosporiasis cases have surged to 289 statewide, up from 55 last week, with 12 hospitalizations and many cases still under interview; officials continue linking the outbreak to contaminated produce tied to the national Taylor Farms recall. Utility Costs: Kansas Corporation Commission approved Empire District Electric base-rate increases that will raise average residential bills by about $28 per month over two years. Water Safety: Valley Falls’ boil-water advisory was lifted after testing showed no bacteriological contamination following a waterline break. Data Centers & Community Pushback: A Lawrence group is organizing against proposed data centers in the region, arguing they threaten farmland, water, and energy use. Public Health Watch: Kansas is also tracking a growing national outbreak tied to Cyclospora, with KDHE updating its surveillance dashboard weekly.
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