AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoState Budget & Jobs: North Carolina lawmakers finally agreed on a $34B budget after more than a year, but critics say it’s underwhelming—pointing to a 3% state employee pay increase that doesn’t keep up with inflation, job cuts tied to vacant positions, and major funding fights like pay, tax cuts, and a children’s hospital. Banking Expansion: Bank of America says it’s “taken aback” by the quality of hires for its Belfast anti-money-laundering hub, aiming to reach 1,000 employees ahead of schedule. Food Safety: Publix is pulling GreenWise frozen organic blueberries after an E. coli O145:H28 outbreak linked to 12 illnesses across multiple states, including North Carolina. Local Business & Community: Morrisville earned a 2026 All-America City award for inclusive civic engagement, and eastern NC farmers markets are raising prices as costs and dry weather squeeze growers. Energy Costs: GasBuddy reports show E15 and diesel prices varying by county, with some of the lowest E15 and diesel deals in the state landing in late-June reporting. Politics Watch: A new search warrant in an SBI probe adds more lawmakers tied to Kentucky bourbon trips, raising fresh questions about gift and disclosure rules.
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