AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoCyclospora Update: The FDA says its earlier Taylor Farms Cyclospora test was a false positive after re-review, while the company’s lettuce recall still stands across 27 states including North Carolina. Public Health: North Carolina health officials report rising cyclosporiasis cases as investigators work to pinpoint the source of the multistate outbreak. U.S. Senate Race: The race for North Carolina’s U.S. Senate seat is heating up, with former Gov. Roy Cooper and GOP challenger Michael Whatley battling over priorities like health care and public safety. Local Politics: Caldwell County Republicans face a fairness and transparency fight over how to fill a commissioner vacancy after Donnie Potter stepped aside. Military Tragedy: Two U.S. soldiers were identified as killed in an Iranian attack on a Jordan air base; one was assigned to Fort Bragg. Housing: Asheville’s housing crunch is getting fresh attention through a new project focused on building more affordable, resilient homes. Agriculture: Extension guidance warns growers to watch for bacterial wilt as hot weather diseases spread in Piedmont and western fields.
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