AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 minutes agoData & Privacy: A bipartisan group of 44 state attorneys general reached a settlement over the 2019 Labcorp data breach tied to its debt collector, American Medical Collection Agency, with injunctive relief aimed at tighter vendor security and a nearly $2.3 million payout to states. Construction Costs: NOAA says catastrophic weather has surged, with U.S. billion-dollar disasters more than doubling since 1980—raising the odds of delays and cost overruns that hit projects long after storms pass. Local Infrastructure: Missouri DNR awarded Belton $2.89 million to connect the Olson Acres subdivision to the city’s wastewater system, covering 100% of eligible costs and targeting completion by May 2027. Higher Ed & Workforce: Mizzou’s new Michael L. Parson Meat Lab is ramping up meat processing support, classes, and workforce development for Missouri processors. Business Growth: Diamond Properties closed on a 30,000-square-foot, fully leased industrial acquisition in Earth City, adding income from tenants including Continental Battery and Stifel. Consumer Watch: GasBuddy reports Howell County’s lowest regular price at $3.85 for the week ending Sept. 19, while Missouri’s average rose to $4.09. Media Industry: E.W. Scripps promoted Sean McGarvy to head of news, unifying local and national strategy and standards.
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