AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoPublic Health: The CDC and FDA expanded the Taco Bell-linked Cyclospora outbreak tied to shredded iceberg lettuce, adding Illinois, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania to the original cluster that included West Virginia—bringing the total linked illnesses to 1,947 with at least 98 hospitalizations and no reported deaths, while investigators keep tracing Taylor Farms de Mexico and note other clusters may be separate. Consumer Safety: West Virginia AG JB McCuskey warned residents about a “free” gas and grocery card mailer from “AAPP,” where a $5 “processing fee” leads to extra charges and possible subscription traps. Broadband & Growth: A new nationwide analysis says Alaska is the biggest “internet desert,” highlighting how rural access gaps persist—relevant as West Virginia continues competing for remote workers. Local Business/Tech: Ford Office Technologies acquired Komax after bankruptcy, aiming to fold in managed IT and cybersecurity for customers. Community Tech & Youth: Scouting America launched a Competitive Gaming merit badge at the National Jamboree in West Virginia, pairing esports with digital citizenship and online safety. Infrastructure/Recovery: The West Virginia National Guard shifted from rescue to long-term recovery after flooding, keeping a smaller team for debris cleanup and engineering support.
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