AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoRetail Expansion: Target is pushing into South Carolina’s retail map with a planned July opening in the state, part of a broader 2026 rollout that includes Brookings, S.D., and more stores nationwide. Politics & Elections: A letter to the editor blasts an $18,000 raise for legislators as a recipe for “insurance for incumbents,” arguing it worsens uncontested races and deepens big-money influence. Healthcare Policy: Medicaid will again cover non-abortion care at Planned Parenthood as a GOP ban ends, shifting the decision back to states and raising concerns about access after clinics were forced to close. Housing Affordability: Beaufort-area mobile home park residents say new owners will double lot rents starting July 1, with tenants calling the jump unjustified and unsustainable. Manufacturing & Jobs: BMW marked completion of a $1.7B South Carolina investment, unveiling the fifth-generation X5 assembled in Spartanburg and setting up fully electric production. Business Growth: UMH Properties reported stronger Q2 results, including higher rental income, increased occupancy, and new preferred stock sales. Public Safety: Duke Energy and county officials will test outdoor sirens around Brunswick Nuclear Plant July 1. Community & Philanthropy: The Myrtle Beach Corvette Club donated $1,000 checks to local charities during its annual car show.
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