AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoGreenbrier Finance Fight: A federal judge issued an order to show cause to the Justice family, warning the Greenbrier case could move forward if a new up-to-$500M financing deal misses a July 16 deadline. Food Safety & Agriculture: CDC and FDA expanded the Cyclospora outbreak tied to Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell to nine states, including West Virginia, with 1,947 reported illnesses and 98 hospitalizations; Taylor Farms says it found no positive tests but is still recalling and suspending central Mexico sourcing. Consumer Protection: West Virginia AG McCuskey warned residents about a “free” gas and grocery card mailer scam that charges a $5 processing fee and can lead to $46 more in losses. Flood Recovery: West Virginia National Guard shifted from rescue to recovery after Upshur County flooding, while State Police identified two victims found in a swept vehicle. Local Planning & Growth: Monongalia County approved a zoning map amendment converting parcels near West Run and Stewartstown roads from low-density residential to general commercial, despite infrastructure concerns. Workforce & Community: WVU’s Energy Express won a competitive AmeriCorps grant to expand its literacy and nutrition program for low-income rural children.
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