AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoAirport Authority Push: Tuscaloosa leaders are weighing creating an airport authority for Tuscaloosa National Airport, aiming to speed decisions and attract funding partners as major projects move forward. Collegiate Sports Leadership: UAB deputy AD Katreshia Louis-Verrett was named North Carolina A&T’s new athletic director, starting Sept. 1. Manufacturing & Trade: Hyundai is reviewing plans to expand “Metaplant America” in Georgia to as many as 800,000 units annually, accelerating U.S. production timelines amid tariff pressure. Site Selection Watch: Voyager Technologies is considering expanding its HQ and is shopping incentives across states, including Alabama, as Colorado weighs a package for the project. Public Health & Consumer Safety: FDA upgraded Publix GreenWise frozen berry recalls to the highest risk level over possible E. coli; Prestige Brands recalled Clear Eyes itchy eye relief for sterility concerns. Local Economy & Growth: Dora won a $1M ARC grant for a 250,000-gallon water tower to support Heritage Landing development. Business & Fraud Signals: An Alabama tax preparer faces charges tied to a scheme that may have cost the IRS over $65M; a Dekalb County contractor was indicted for alleged USPS wire fraud. Energy Costs: GasBuddy reports show Alabama fuel prices easing, with regular averaging about $3.59 statewide in the week ending Aug. 15.
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