AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHeat Watch: South Carolina and much of the U.S. face another stretch of dangerous weather, with the National Weather Service warning that overnight temperatures won’t cool much—Charleston is among places expected to stay above 80°F at night, raising health risks and record-heat odds. Invasive Species: Clemson-linked efforts are ramping up to stop yellow-legged hornets in the Lowcountry, where inspectors have removed hundreds of nests this year after rapid spread since late 2023. Local Health Policy: West Virginia regulators issued a joint advisory opinion on retail IV therapy, laying out safety expectations for hydration and related services. Energy & Tech: Columbia is in court with a solar company over a wastewater-treatment project, as conflict-of-interest concerns collide with grant rules. South Carolina STEM & Industry: Fluence says it will use U.S.-built components for a Smartstack battery project in California, with manufacturing partners including South Carolina. Medical Breakthrough: MUSC’s “In Our DNA SC” program reports no-cost genetic screening for 50,000+ residents statewide, aiming to catch preventable risks early. Senate Update: Gov. Henry McMaster appointed Darline Graham Nordone to finish Lindsey Graham’s term, setting up a special election for his seat.
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