AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoLife Sciences & Manufacturing: Kyowa Kirin is advancing a $200M life sciences facility in Sanford, with local leaders highlighting the growing Japanese partnership as the plant targets operations in 2027. Rural Jobs & Infrastructure: Gov. Josh Stein announced a $1.862M grant for Hendersonville to support BorgWarner plant infrastructure, tied to a project expected to bring 378 jobs. Food & Agriculture: North Carolina’s blueberry growers face a new threat as NC State researchers report tile-horned Prionus beetle larvae shifting to damage blueberry roots, adding to drought stress. Local Business: Neese’s Country Sausage, founded in Greensboro in 1917, was acquired by Jesse Jones LLC, aiming to restore production and distribution. Public Safety & Enforcement: NC Alcohol Law Enforcement wrapped up a long-running Henderson and Vance County drug trafficking probe tied to ABC-permitted businesses, seizing large quantities of controlled substances and weapons. Transportation: Norfolk Southern rail work will trigger intermittent crossing closures near Elon through early July, with drivers urged to follow detours. Construction & Growth: Textum Opco plans to expand in Gaston County, adding jobs at a local facility. Crime: A North Carolina furniture manufacturer was charged with second-degree murder after allegedly shooting a business partner hours after losing a contract dispute.
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