AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoWater Quality Watch: A new analysis of federal records estimates atrazine at harmful levels across about 860,000 miles of U.S. rivers and streams, renewing pressure on the widely used herbicide. Local Water Infrastructure: Gov. Jim Pillen highlighted $15 million for Gibbon’s drinking-water and wastewater upgrades, aimed at addressing elevated manganese. River Politics: Governors including Nebraska’s joined a letter opposing a Missouri River water provision that would require unanimous basin-state approval for certain diversions/exports. Weather & Flood Risk: Forecasters warn a “hybrid storm” from Hurricane Polo remnants could bring days of heavy rain and flash flooding across the central U.S., including Nebraska. Wildlife & Habitat: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is reviewing whether the plains spotted skunk should be listed as endangered as sightings decline. Invasive Weeds Control: A Sandhills Weed Management Area helicopter survey-and-spray project targets invasives like phragmites and purple loosestrife along Nebraska river systems. Agriculture & Markets: Nebraska-focused crop and harvest coverage notes corn/soy conditions holding steady nationally while farmers weigh how to use a grain rally. Campus Safety: UNL’s annual campus security and fire safety report is available ahead of the Oct. 1 deadline.
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