AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoVoting Rights Fight: North Carolina mail ballot rules are back in court as advocates seek a preliminary injunction over stricter absentee ballot enforcement, including added hurdles tied to signature verification. Federal Funding for Helene: FEMA announced millions for Hurricane Helene recovery in North Carolina, including Public Assistance for debris removal and repairs plus added mitigation funding. State Politics & Campaigning: Senate Majority Leader John Thune plans more midterm stops, including North Carolina, as Republicans defend the Senate majority. Energy Policy: North Carolina AGs joined a coalition urging FERC to reject the NextEra-Dominion merger, warning of higher costs and reduced competition. Local Development: Granville County set public hearings for Oct. 5 on a zoning map change and a land development code update affecting expedited subdivision review. Community & Business: Footsloggers won a national Community Giveback Award for long-running local support and Helene response; and American Pickers is scouting unusual collections in Pender County for filming. Sports & Culture: UNC Wilmington leaders describe how they turn student engagement survey results into campus action, while MacArthur Foundation named its 2026 “genius” fellows, including a Durham philosopher.
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