AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoFood Safety Fallout: North Carolina reports more than 300 cyclosporiasis cases, with Wake County leading, as state health officials say many illnesses are tied to produce like parsley, cilantro and lettuce. Recall Watch: Taylor Farms expanded its iceberg lettuce recall to 27 states after FDA linked cyclospora risk to greens distributed in the U.S.; Walmart and Taco Bell pulled affected lettuce as a precaution, including products sold in North Carolina. Local Business & Government: Greenville City Council terminated janitorial contracts with a local firm after concerns raised about the contractor’s conduct and impact on city staff. Energy & Cost Pressure: GasBuddy data show Greene County’s regular gas hit $3.25 and Yadkin County’s midgrade hit $3.72 in the week ending July 11, reflecting uneven fuel pricing across the state. Defense & Innovation: Gov. Josh Stein launched NC ALIGN, a statewide advisory council aimed at boosting North Carolina’s defense innovation and national security research connections. Utilities: NC Attorney General Jeff Jackson urged regulators to reject most of Duke Energy Progress’ proposed 15% rate increase, arguing it would cost families and businesses nearly $960 million over two years.
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