AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoLife Sciences Jobs: Gov. Josh Stein says STERIS will invest $600M and create 335 jobs in Sanford for a new Chemistries Manufacturing Center of Excellence, adding advanced manufacturing, R&D, lab, and distribution capacity. Politics & Ethics: Rep. Chuck Edwards has withdrawn from his reelection bid after a House Ethics Committee report recommended censure over alleged inappropriate conduct toward two staffers; North Carolina Republicans will now pick a replacement without a new primary. Public Health: A new meta-analysis finds self-collected HPV testing can detect high-grade precancerous cervical changes with strong sensitivity, supporting at-home screening options. Hemp Policy: The N.C. House left HB 328 (hemp-derived consumables) in committee after pressure from both hemp businesses and law enforcement, keeping the fate of THC drinks, gummies, and vapes unresolved. Energy & Grid: Duke Energy’s latest earnings update highlights profit strength as demand offsets costs, while broader power demand pressures keep shaping planning. Food Access: In Franklin, five groups launched Fresh Access Franklin with solar-powered refrigerator kiosks to serve residents facing food insecurity.
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