AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMega-Utility Deal: NextEra Energy’s reported $67B bid to buy Dominion Energy is back in the spotlight, with critics warning the new giant could be tough to regulate as AI-driven data centers strain power demand—while the companies pitch “scale” as the path to reliability and affordability. Civil Rights Pressure Point: The NAACP launched “Out of Bounds,” urging Black athletes and fans to boycott flagship college sports programs in eight Southern states, including South Carolina, arguing redistricting after a Voting Rights Act setback is erasing Black political power. Health Care Watch: CMS data shows Seneca Health & Rehabilitation Center in Oconee County owned by SCSNF Investment Group had a 1-star overall rating in Q1 2026 and paid $4,893 in fines; other SC nursing homes also show mixed CMS marks. Local Business & Growth: Lumos named Scott Mispagel, a long-time Frontier exec, as its new CEO as it pushes fiber expansion. Food Safety: Kroger Homestyle Cheese Garlic Croutons were recalled in 17 states, including South Carolina, over possible salmonella risk.
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