AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoPublic Health: Alabama has surpassed 100 confirmed cyclosporiasis cases, with 67 in North Alabama and many tied to a Mexican restaurant chain, while officials say linked iceberg lettuce has been removed. Health & Safety: A separate “flesh-eating bacteria” (Vibrio vulnificus) spike is being reported across the Gulf Coast, raising new concerns for coastal exposure. Defense & Jobs: Raytheon won a $745M contract to produce and maintain SM-3 Block IIA missile interceptors, with production in Tucson and Huntsville; Alabama’s defense footprint also gets a boost as Boeing unveils a second interceptor design for an Army competition. Broadband & Workforce: The Alabama Community College System is partnering on a statewide fiber expansion to connect all 24 colleges by end of 2027, aiming to narrow the rural digital divide and upgrade training. Local Government & Infrastructure: Dallas County begins the final phase to rebuild the tornado-damaged Dallas County Jail, with a $21M budget and construction expected to start Sept. 1. Energy & Regulation: Alabama Power faces a Shelby County property easement fight, while a separate coalition led by West Virginia AG McCuskey argues against shutting down Michigan’s Line 5 pipeline.
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