AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoRoute 66 Centennial: Missouri communities are leaning hard into the Mother Road’s 100th birthday, from centennial road-trip buzz to local history stops like Spencer Station in Lawrence County—plus more events planned statewide. Music & Tourism: The Highlonesome Music Festival returns Sept. 3–6 at Dockley Ranch near Ava with live acts, camping, food trucks, and experiences like goat yoga and a “Musical Forest” trail. Road & Travel Planning: MoDOT is seeking public input on Howard County bridge replacements over the CPKC Railroad, with an open-house style meeting set for Sept. 3 in Armstrong and construction expected in 2027 or 2028. Highway Updates: I-70 westbound will close in Odessa for the Johnson Drive bridge demolition Sept. 15–16, with detours and lane shifts in place overnight. Driving Law Change: Missouri’s new 75 mph speed limit law (SB 1408) won’t automatically apply everywhere—drivers must follow posted signs until MoDOT updates signage. Local Safety/Access: Advance residents are temporarily redirected to the Bell City Post Office after a vehicle collision damaged the Advance facility. Weather & Preparedness: A guide to how rural Missouri utilities can prepare for extreme weather highlights upgrades, vegetation management, and faster restoration planning. Community & Family Fun: A bicycle and pedestrian safety pop-up is planned Aug. 20 at the Maryville splash pad.
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