AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoSanctions & Trade: The U.S. Senate passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, with tariffs up to 100% tied to countries buying Russian oil and gas, sending the bill to the House and raising tariff risk for major importers like India and China. Local Housing: Hardeeville earned a Municipal Achievement Award for its Harvey Place affordable-housing model, which helped produce 10 townhouses for critical workers. Food Safety: Health officials are investigating a Salmonella outbreak linked to Mexican jalapeños that has sickened 345 people across 27 states, prompting recalls affecting major restaurant chains. Hospitality Development: Updated plans show Charleston’s proposed Tempo by Hilton hotel at 194 Cannon St. moving closer to construction after zoning approvals. Manufacturing/Innovation: Clemson students, backed by BMW’s Deep Orange program, unveiled an energy-positive electric prototype (Luminetta) after a two-year build. Workforce & Education: Presbyterian College highlighted summer research pathways for students across science, engineering, and robotics, reinforcing South Carolina’s push to connect education to real-world problem solving. Consumer/Operations: Walmart in-store bakery rolls made from recalled Pillsbury frozen dough are part of a glass-contamination recall spanning 19 states, including South Carolina.
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