AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoOffshore Wind Backlash: The Trump administration will pay $765M to buy back four early offshore wind leases, part of a nearly $2.6B deal that cancels projects off New Jersey, Maine and California and redirects money to faster-build fossil fuel ventures. Local Government: Macon County voted to withdraw from the Fontana Regional Library, setting up a potential FRL dissolution in 2027 after commissioners questioned whether the $1.6M-plus system cost makes sense. Water & Utilities: Durham moved to Stage 2 mandatory water restrictions after Lake Michie fell to about 40% capacity, tightening conservation rules for the city’s 320,000 residents and businesses. Retail & Jobs: Papa John’s plans to close 300 stores by end of 2027 and has already shut more than 40, including closures reported in North Carolina. Business & Community: Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Carolina named Kelly D. Webb as VP of Development & External Affairs to expand fundraising and partnerships across Lee, Chatham and Harnett counties. Energy Costs: GasBuddy data for the week ending June 6 shows North Carolina regular gas averaging $3.78/gallon, with some counties seeing much lower single-station prices.
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