AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoConservation in the Northwoods: Wisconsin DNR is moving ahead with a $1.6 million conservation easement on nearly 1,800 acres in Langlade County, using federal and state funds plus a donation from the Ice Age Trail Alliance to protect forest land and support the Ice Age National Scenic Trail. Energy & environment: Construction continues on Enbridge’s Line 5 Wisconsin Segment Relocation Project, with crews emphasizing environmental protections and safety around roads and water crossings. Water, weather, and risk: Southeast Wisconsin is enjoying “back to the 70s” conditions before rain returns midweek, while the Twin Cities face dense fog early Monday and a multi-day rain threat that could bring localized flooding in western Wisconsin. PFAS and AI infrastructure: A new report highlights how data centers are shifting cooling methods and how PFAS-linked cooling chemicals are entering the debate as AI demand grows. Public lands and tourism: The Apostle Islands’ future is in the spotlight as a federal proposal would redesignate the national lakeshore, drawing opposition from local governments and the Red Cliff Band. Community health: Antigo residents are pushing to keep a local school pool open after sudden closures and funding disputes.
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