AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoDrought Watch: North Carolina remains in severe to exceptional drought in parts of the Triangle, and officials say dry conditions are likely to continue into next week—so residents should keep following local water restrictions. Jail Safety: A takeover at Bertie-Martin Regional Detention Center in eastern NC ended after inmates overpowered guards, renewing concerns about staffing shortages across the prison system. Offshore Wind Deal: Duke Energy is set to receive about $129 million from the federal government to terminate its Carolina Long Bay offshore wind lease, with the company saying it will reinvest in new capacity and grid upgrades. Public Health & Water: Hickory officials report a “catastrophic” wastewater spill into Lake Hickory after pump station equipment failure, with beach access tied to water testing. Tech & Education: Nutanix and NC School of Science and Mathematics announced an endowed computer science professorship aimed at expanding access statewide, especially for rural students. Business/AI: ServiceTrade acquired Mura to automate field service billing and collections with agentic AI. Local Spotlight: Appalachian State’s NRLP named 2026 scholarship recipients supporting incoming students and future lineworkers in the High Country.
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