AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEconomic Development: OPmobility plans a 213,000-square-foot automotive facility in Riverside, bringing more than 100 jobs. In contrast, Conagra will close its Macon plant in January, eliminating about 435 jobs. Jefferson City: Downtown has been designated a federal Opportunity Zone, potentially attracting investment to the area, including a proposed $145 million conference center and hotel. Agriculture: USDA lowered Missouri’s expected corn yield to 176 bushels per acre, down five from last month, as harvest reached 89% completion. Farmers also face steep fuel and fertilizer costs. Health Care: Missouri is among three states declining optional hardship exceptions to new Medicaid work requirements, which take effect Jan. 1. State Politics: Voters rejected another abortion ban, but Republican leaders say they will keep pushing for restrictions. Lake of the Ozarks: A husband and wife from Kentucky died when their plane crashed shortly after takeoff near Lee C. Fine Airport.
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