AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoFood Safety & Agriculture: West Virginia health officials are tracking a growing cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to shredded iceberg lettuce served at some Taco Bell locations, with FDA still pointing to Taylor Farms de Mexico even after a “false positive” lab result was walked back; Mexico’s health minister says there’s no proof the outbreak started in Guanajuato, while guidance for residents remains: avoid recalled lettuce, ask restaurants about sources, and wash produce well. Invasive Species: Spotted lanternfly has been confirmed in Kanawha County (St. Albans), the 22nd WV county with detections, raising new risks for vineyards, orchards, and hardwood forests. Local Utilities & Legal: A Fayette County circuit judge temporarily halted the sale/dissolution of Fayette County PSDs over unpaid debt claims, after an engineering firm alleged the buyer wouldn’t account for what it’s owed. Public Health & Consumer Protection: The WV attorney general warned residents about scam postcards offering “free” gas and grocery vouchers after a processing-fee payment. Energy & Weather: Appalachian Power is preparing for severe storms with damaging winds and possible outages across its service area. Business: First Community Bankshares reported record Q2 2026 net income and a higher quarterly cash dividend.
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