AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoRetail Growth: Lawrence’s new Costco opened to strong local interest, renewing questions about how large a retail hub northeast Kansas can become. Agriculture: Beef demand is supporting cattle prices, Kansas State economist Glynn Tonsor says, as consumers’ appetite for beef continues to strengthen. Utilities: Montana regulators approved the $15.4 billion NorthWestern Energy–Black Hills merger, clearing its final major state hurdle; the combined company would serve customers in Kansas and seven other states. Kansas City Development: Kansas and Wyandotte County reached an agreement to advance the Chiefs stadium’s STAR Bond district, while PortKC is considering a $1.49 billion bond plan for Country Club Plaza redevelopment. State Finances: Kansas revenues have climbed above expectations, giving the state budget a more stable outlook.
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