AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoPublic Safety & Health: Walmart recalled more than 3,000 Marketside Tomato Bisque Soup kits in 29 states, including North Carolina, after possible listeria contamination; no illnesses confirmed. Invasive Species: North Carolina heat could speed spotted lanternfly spread, since warmer temps help invasive insects develop and reproduce faster. Health Watch: A CDC study found nearly 40% of adult blacklegged ticks in a town outside Asheville tested positive for Lyme bacteria—raising concerns that Lyme may be underrecognized in the region. Local Government: Henderson County has mailed 2026 property tax bills, due Sept. 1, with interest starting Jan. 6, 2027. Politics: Democrats approved a 2028 presidential primary calendar that puts South Carolina first and Nevada early, aiming to test candidates with Black and Latino voters and union members. Business & Community: Flavor Hills announced it’s closing its Downtown Raleigh and Durham locations immediately. Scams: BBB Scam Tracker lists Oxford among NC cities with phishing reports in July.
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