AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoRoadwork in Whiteville: NCDOT is starting a downtown project Tuesday, building a roundabout and drainage upgrades at Madison/Franklin/Lee. Franklin St closures run June 23–July 7, then additional closures begin July 13 through Oct. 11, with downtown businesses staying open. Teen jobs in Charlotte: A new report says the U.S. is set for the lowest teen job growth in decades, and Charlotte is seeing heavy demand—more than 1,200 teens applied for the Mayor’s Youth Employment Program. Blueberry pest breakthrough: NC State researchers say they’ve identified the long-running blueberry root problem in Southeastern NC as a longhorn beetle and are now working on treatment plans. Gas prices ease: AAA says the national average for regular fell to about $3.99 as summer travel ramps up. Election law fight in Raleigh: Voting rights groups warn a House bill would restrict election boards from encouraging turnout and tighten rules for military/overseas voters. Public safety in Charlotte: Police say a man allegedly shot at cars on North Tryon before surrendering after an officer-involved chase. Healthcare access: Blue Cross NC is investing $240,000 in NC MedAssist to expand free medication access, including a Wilmington event July 24.
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