AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoElection Watch: North Carolina logged a record 2.8 million early ballots ahead of Tuesday’s midterms. The open Senate race between Democrat Roy Cooper and Republican Michael Whatley is among the contests that could shape control of Congress. Health Care: Western North Carolina hospitals report 38% nurse turnover, nearly four times the rate in the southeast; workforce strain worsened after Hurricane Helene. Recovery & Water: Hendersonville opened the first phase of a Mud Creek flood-reduction project designed to lower risk for 93 properties. Meanwhile, persistent drought has Durham officials warning that stricter water limits may follow. Local News: New Bern’s Coastal Carolina Regional Airport won $750,000 in federal funding to pursue daily service to Washington Dulles. An Onslow County staffing-company owner pleaded guilty to embezzling about $512,000 in state withholding taxes and must repay the remaining $311,701. Tar Heels: No. 1 Miami escaped Chapel Hill with a 38-35 win over UNC, keeping its unbeaten season alive ahead of a major matchup with Notre Dame.
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