AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoTariffs & cost of living: North Carolina joined a lawsuit aimed at stopping new Trump administration tariffs, arguing they’ll raise prices for families and businesses already squeezed by higher costs. NC politics: Republicans in the 11th Congressional District picked state Rep. Jennifer Balkcom to replace Chuck Edwards on the November ballot, setting up a matchup with Democrat Jamie Ager. Housing & growth: Brunswick County’s planning board approved two developments near Bolivia totaling 700+ homes, with residents raising concerns about traffic, flooding, and school capacity. Energy & solar: Despite headwinds, rooftop solar in North Carolina is still expanding, helped by leasing and utility battery incentives that can lower monthly bills. Public safety & privacy: The debate over automated license plate readers continues, with communities weighing renewals and privacy risks tied to systems like Flock. Courts & labor: An NC appeals court ruled a heat-stricken farm worker can’t sue outside workers’ comp, underscoring limited options for injured workers. Business finance: Janus Living priced a public stock offering to fund acquisitions and investments. Healthcare & pharma: RaySearch said UNC School of Medicine expanded its RayStation licenses for advanced proton planning. Local economy: Rocky Mount voted to continue utility cutoffs despite backlash after a family’s deaths following disconnection.
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