Lucas do Rio Verde reports fiscal results and begins highway works

Lucas do Rio Verde is undergoing several administrative, infrastructural, and economic shifts. The municipal government recently presented its financial accountability report for the second quarter of 2026. Total municipal revenue reached R$672,375,349.33, representing approximately 70.18% of the annual forecast. Significant investments were noted in health (29.38% of tax and transfer revenues) and education (25.31%).

In terms of infrastructure, the concessionaire Nova Rota do Oeste has begun interventions on the BR-163 highway within the urban perimeter of Lucas do Rio Verde. These works include constructing new access lanes, expanding third lanes, improving drainage, and upgrading pavement and signaling to improve traffic flow ahead of the completion of the road bypass.

Economic data from Caged indicates a slight decline in employment in Lucas do Rio Verde for August, with 2,460 layoffs against 2,401 new hires. In contrast, the neighboring city of Nova Mutum saw a positive balance of 55 jobs. Additionally, the municipality is hosting a free cardiovascular health event, ‘Acerte sua Pressão’, to mark World Heart Day, offering blood pressure checks, glucose testing, and vaccinations.