AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFood & Health Watch: “Dirty soda” trends are hitting menus nationwide, and doctors say the drinks can pack 55–70 grams of sugar per serving—more like dessert than soda. Local Culture & Community: The Berkeley County Museum at Old Santee Canal Park is spotlighting its permanent and rotating exhibits, plus how it’s tackling a widening $13 million budget gap. Civic Life: Early voting opens Wednesday for South Carolina’s June 23 Republican primary runoff in York and Lancaster counties, with seven in-person sites. Roads & Daily Life: Greenville’s Church Street Bridge fully reopened after a major rehabilitation, while an I-385 East Butler Road bridge closure starts with detours through early August. Public Health & Safety: Columbia launched South Carolina’s first naloxone vending program, placing life-saving kits in high-need public spaces. Faith & Values: Southern Baptists voted to advance a formal ban on women pastors, with South Carolina pastor Doug Mize among the lone opponents. History on the Ground: Anderson County unveiled a “General’s Road” historic marker tied to Andrew Pickens’ Revolutionary War-era route. Sports Buzz: The Carolina Hurricanes are planning a downtown Raleigh Stanley Cup parade.
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