AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoData Center Debate in Charlotte: Charlotte council approved a five-month moratorium on new data center construction after residents raised concerns about quality of life, while city attorneys noted it can’t block projects already approved. Big Tech + NC Jobs: Amazon and Corning announced a multibillion-dollar fiber deal expected to create 1,000 manufacturing jobs in North Carolina and expand fiber training with Catawba Valley Community College. Higher Ed Retreat on Pride: Colleges including UNC Chapel Hill and UNC Greensboro reportedly posted and then deleted Pride Month messages, with some campuses stepping back amid new state rules and neutrality policies. Justice Department Shake-Up: Trump formally nominated Todd Blanche for attorney general, setting up a tough Senate confirmation fight. Immigration Court Ruling: A federal judge struck down Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee as an unlawful tax, with an appeal expected. Local Public Safety Funding: Volunteer fire departments in Lenoir County received more than $180,000 in state grants for equipment and capital improvements. Raleigh Music Moment: Dave Matthews pushed back on claims his Israel criticism is antisemitic, saying he has deep respect for Jewish culture and history. Lottery Results: NC Lottery Powerball and Pick 3 results for June 8, 2026 were released.
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