AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoHead Start Fight: Gov. Josh Stein urged HHS to keep Head Start’s research-based safeguards as federal changes are considered, calling the program a trusted early-education model for North Carolina’s kids. Pharma Jobs: Bayer announced a planned $2.2 billion pharmaceutical manufacturing site in Ohio, with about 600 high-value jobs and 1,500 construction jobs, adding to its existing footprint that includes Research Triangle Park. Food Safety: PepsiCo recalled about 122,000 cases of Gatorade sold in 37 states, including North Carolina, due to undeclared Yellow 5/Yellow 6 dyes. Public Health in WNC: NCDHHS and USDA will drop rabies vaccine baits across western North Carolina starting Oct. 5, with hand drops, helicopter, and plane phases. Local Growth: A Dumfries council rezoning cleared the way for a possible Publix-style grocery development, but conditional permits are set to be reconsidered Oct. 6. Environment & Tourism: Blue Ridge Parkway repairs after Hurricane Helene are advancing, with more miles reopening for fall visitors. Sports: No. 3 Notre Dame held off UNC 37-26, and the Tar Heels now face another tough stretch.
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