AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoLiquor liability pressure: A new SC liquor-liability forum and follow-up panel spotlight how insurance costs are still “sticker shock” for bars and restaurants, even after a state law aimed at easing the burden. Energy & infrastructure: The SC Public Service Commission cleared Dominion Energy and Santee Cooper’s $5B Lowcountry power plant siting near the Edisto River, a project tied to fast-growing demand and data-center expansion. Data centers heat up locally: York County approved a 9-month data-center application moratorium while it studies heat, noise and utility-rate impacts; Chester County moved ahead with zoning/building standards. Politics with business stakes: In the SC GOP governor runoff, Pamela Evette and Alan Wilson traded sharp attacks over endorsements and records, with both touting similar policy platforms. Housing finance stress: ATTOM reported U.S. foreclosure filings rose 14% year over year in May, with South Carolina among the states with higher foreclosure rates. Workforce development: USC Salkehatchie Leadership Institute graduated 13 leaders from a six-county economic development and civic collaboration program. Environment tech: Aiken officials are using education and new tools—including possible drone and AI analysis—to spot and contain oak wilt hotspots.
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