AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoState Budget Aftermath: North Carolina lawmakers finally passed a long-delayed budget, but critics say it offers modest relief while still cutting public services and leaning on big corporate and wealthy tax breaks. Elections 101: A new North Carolina nonprofit, Keep Our Republic, is launching community talks on how voting works—ballot casting, certification, security, and the role of AI—aimed at boosting trust ahead of the 2026 midterms. Data Center Backlash: A growing national push against data centers is showing up in North Carolina too, as residents and advocates argue AI-driven power demand is driving up costs and straining the grid. Food Safety: The FDA and CDC linked an E. coli outbreak to Publix frozen blueberries, with cases reported across multiple states. Public Health Watch: Health officials are investigating a widening Cyclospora outbreak, including cases in North Carolina. Local Economy: Invest Greenville named its 2026-27 board, setting leadership for economic development in Greenville-Pitt County. Workforce & Education: Central Carolina Community College’s Meghan Brown was named to Triangle Business Journal’s 40 Under 40.
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