AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoWest Nile Update: Rhode Island raised its West Nile virus risk level to “high” after five mosquito pools tested positive in Providence County (East Providence, North Providence, and Providence), with officials urging residents to prevent bites. Drinking Water Contaminants: URI and RIDOH are launching a long-term study of manganese in Rhode Island drinking water, aiming to support public systems and private well owners dealing with a pervasive natural contaminant. Coastal Wildlife Research: The Atlantic Shark Institute tagged Rhode Island’s first hammerhead shark (a 6-foot female) after rare sightings off Block Island, helping track migration routes as conditions shift. Local Agriculture & Soil Health: Eastern States Exposition honored Penobscot McCrum with an Agricultural Adventurers Award, citing innovation and sustainable farming practices at the family’s potato operation. Public Safety & Streets: Newport is invited to join Strong Towns’ Crash Analysis Studio to study severe crashes and push street-design and policy changes that could prevent future injuries. State Politics (Env. angle): A Rhode Island legislative race profile spotlights Sen. Alana DiMario’s work on farm/forestland protection and solar development.
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