AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoData-center power fight hits Montana: The Montana Public Service Commission is weighing a huge Northwestern Energy–Black Hills merger, and the debate is quickly turning into a proxy war over whether new electricity demand from data centers is worth the climate and cost tradeoffs. Air quality warning in NW Minnesota: MPCA issued a red alert as blowing dust and gusty winds pushed unhealthy, gritty air across the region—health officials urged people to limit time outside. Drinking water check-in: Minnesota’s latest drinking water report says more than 99% of public systems met federal health standards in 2025, with violations handled through notifications and fixes. Local environment and community fixes: Rochester residents can grab free compost right now, while Akeley approved repairs and paving tied to city hall, a campground road, and shoreland-zone concerns. Health and safety spotlight: A KARE 11 investigation highlights surprise emergency ambulance bills, and a separate report notes a rare hantavirus monitoring effort nationwide.
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