AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoLocal Business Recognition: Oliver Gospel Roastery in downtown Columbia was named among South Carolina’s 2026 Best of South Carolina Coffeehouses, with the award tied to the shop’s mission supporting people experiencing homelessness across the Midlands. Public Finance & Housing: Foreclosure filings nationwide jumped 71% from 2020 to 2025, with South Carolina among the states showing elevated activity as home prices stay near record highs. Banking Consolidation: Columbia’s Optus Financial announced a merger with North Carolina’s M&F Bancorp to form a new institution with $1B+ in assets and 10 locations across both Carolinas. Data Center Backlash: Orangeburg County approved a moratorium on new data center construction after residents raised concerns about land, water, health impacts and affordability; the move follows similar pauses in nearby counties. Transportation Security: TSA Gold+ is expanding to allow private contractors at checkpoints, with Charleston International Airport among the first South Carolina sites to opt in. Food Safety: Fresh & Ready Foods recalled certain spicy breakfast burritos distributed across multiple states, including South Carolina, due to undeclared soy and sausage. Politics & Voting: The DNC’s plan to keep South Carolina first in the 2028 Democratic presidential primary is already sparking debate over which party wing benefits.
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