AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSouthern Baptists in the Spotlight: The Southern Baptist Convention voted 6,028–2,026 to advance a formal constitutional ban on women pastors, with South Carolina pastor Doug Mize the lone opponent—another sign of how culture-war debates keep reshaping church life. Palmetto Politics—The Sprint: South Carolina’s runoff season is turning sharper as Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette’s campaign goes negative with an ad attacking AG Alan Wilson over a pay-raise claim, while both sides fight for momentum heading into the June 23 matchup. Local Culture & Community: Charleston Baseball Hall of Fame voting is winding down, with ballots at Joe Riley Park and online through June 14. Health & Safety Watch: CMS released an interim final rule on Medicaid work requirements, defining medical frailty exemptions; meanwhile, measles concerns keep rising as the U.S. tops 2,000 cases and South Carolina reports new exposure locations. Lifestyle & Food: A frozen pizza recall tied to metal contamination is expanding to 21 states, and parents are urged to check products and dates. Nature & Heritage: Locals continue rallying to protect Charleston’s Angel Oak, a centuries-old community gathering symbol under development pressure.
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