AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoMail Voting Fight: A federal judge again blocked Trump’s USPS mail-voting restrictions, saying the rushed rule could disenfranchise millions; the administration is expected to appeal. Transportation Finance: Charlotte-area cities may have to repay nearly $70M to the state for the I-77 South toll lane project after NCDOT spending totals were released, with a renewal vote looming. Public Safety & Health: Baxter issued a voluntary recall of IV saline and other meds in multiple states including North Carolina due to potential fiberglass contamination; separately, Walmart expanded a frozen berry recall tied to E. coli to 16 states, including NC. Local Business Disruption: A fire gutted Forest City’s old Farmers Hardware building, displacing nearby shops as owners search for temporary locations. Manufacturing & Jobs: Boater’s World Manufacturing Group plans a Beaufort County waterfront campus in Chocowinity, targeting 179 jobs and $6M+ investment, while a former owner sues over alleged lease violations. Agriculture & Food: Todd Kirmss of Holt Orchards was named NC Apple Farmer of the Year at the Apple Festival in Hendersonville, and the High Country Farm Tour returns Sept. 12 with six farms and a winery. Hospitality: Western NC chef Taylor Montgomery won the statewide Chef Showdown, adding to his recent James Beard recognition.
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