AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoSouth Carolina Politics: With Tuesday’s runoff looming, President Donald Trump has endorsed both Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and AG Alan Wilson for governor—an about-face that’s left Republicans scrambling and voters watching closely. Runoff Watch: The AP lays out what to expect across South Carolina’s primary runoffs, including key congressional contests where no one won a majority on June 9. Local Safety & Infrastructure: Columbia leaders and activists are weighing fixes after a drunk-driving crash killed a pedestrian on the Gervais Street Bridge; officials cite a spike in collisions over recent years and debate what changes are possible. Arts & Community: Charleston is hosting a weeklong retrospective honoring artist Renee Abend Kahn, with artwork and proceeds supporting local arts organizations. Community Giving: Sparklight’s Charitable Giving Fund awarded more than $125,000 in grants to 28 nonprofits focused on education, food insecurity, and community development. Culture & Media: A new look at true crime’s Southern Gothic pull finds many listeners—especially women—tuning in for justice, education, and a sense of protection. Health & Environment: A “new world screwworm” update explains why the parasite’s return matters for cattle, pets, and wildlife, even as human risk is considered low. Sports (SC angle): South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball newcomers have enrolled and moved in, signaling the next push under Dawn Staley.
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