AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 minutes agoCollege Football: Alabama is ending its QB competition by naming sophomore Keelon Russell as the Crimson Tide’s starter, a move expected to reshape the offense with his dual-threat style. Trade & Tariffs: Ontario Premier Doug Ford says he backs Prime Minister Mark Carney’s decision to walk away from a “bad deal,” while warning Canada may respond with tariff-for-tariff pressure that targets imports from politically significant U.S. states including Alabama. Retail Payments: Walmart Tap to Pay is set to roll out Aug. 24 at select stores and Sam’s Club locations, with Alabama availability expected to vary by site. Energy Prices: GasBuddy reports Alabama fuel prices easing in the week ending Aug. 15, including the lowest E85 at $4.59 in Dallas County and regular gas lows such as $3.69 in Crenshaw County. Food & Community: The Wharf and Buffalo Rock Pepsi will donate $5,000 to Alabama Credit Union’s Secret Meals for Hungry Children program. Public Safety Grants: State Farm’s Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program awarded $10,000 grants to seven Alabama volunteer fire departments for equipment and responder safety.
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