AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFood Safety & Public Health: The U.S. cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to shredded iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms remains a moving target: HHS says it’s “under control,” while FDA guidance has shifted after a “false positive” test, and officials continue tracing cases across dozens of states, including West Virginia. Local Utilities & Courts: A Fayette County judge temporarily blocked the sale of Kanawha Falls Public Service District to West Virginia American Water, citing a dispute over unpaid engineering debt. Emergency Communications: Tucker County officials discussed radio “deadzones” affecting emergency and law enforcement, with a potential siren-tower fix estimated around $800,000–$1 million and a push to find grants. Privacy & Surveillance: A legal debate over government surveillance tech is heating up after a Supreme Court decision involving geofence warrants and location data, raising questions for vehicle camera systems like Flock. STEM & Workforce: Girls in Aviation Day returns to Yeager Airport with hands-on STEM activities and career demos for girls and young women. Agriculture & Invasive Species: Spotted lanternfly has been detected in Kanawha County, adding to West Virginia’s growing list of affected counties.
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