AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoHealth Care & Policy: A new report says Trump-era Medicaid cuts and the expiration of expanded ACA subsidies have left more than 100,000 South Carolinians uninsured over the past year, with experts warning of higher premiums and possible hospital closures as more cuts roll in. Local Economy: Unemployment rose in Orangeburg, Calhoun and Bamberg counties in May, while South Carolina’s overall jobless rate fell to 4.6% as employment and labor force participation increased. Data Centers & Land Use: Greenwood County is revising its proposed data center ordinance ahead of a final council vote, tightening rules on setbacks, noise, generators and environmental review after residents pressed for stronger protections. Banking Expansion: REV Federal Credit Union, based in South Carolina, finalized its acquisition of First Neighborhood Bank in West Virginia and is beginning an 11-month conversion to full-service credit union branches. Business & Growth: North Charleston is launching “One North Charleston,” a major rewrite of its zoning ordinance aimed at guiding growth over the next 10 to 15 years. Markets & Industry: A new market outlook projects the global automotive composites market will grow to $71.21B by 2034, driven by lightweighting and electrification. Sports/Workforce: Polaris Tech Charter School graduated 24 students, with most heading to college or trade school.
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