AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMLB Draft Buzz (SC): Christ Church standout Bo Lowrance went to the Los Angeles Dodgers with the 40th pick, capping a big first round for South Carolina talent that also included Upstate natives Carson Bolemon (Giants, 29th), Taylor Rabe (Royals), and Taj Marchand (Rays). Youth Sports & Community: Richland Library and USC football brought back Pigskin Poets for its 30th year, pairing kids with Gamecock players for a literacy-focused afternoon July 17 in Columbia. Public Health Watch: The U.S. is at 2,231 measles cases—nearly matching all of 2025—with South Carolina listed among the hardest-hit states and most cases tied to unvaccinated or unknown vaccination status. Local Culture & Giving: Lowcountry Period Pixies canceled its first-ever gala after ticket sales fell short, refunding buyers as the nonprofit says needs are rising while donations lag. Education & Workforce: The S.C. Commission on Higher Education approved new programs at Winthrop (Health Sciences bachelor’s) and MUSC (Cancer Biology master’s). Safety Reminder: Operation Southern Slow Down returns July 13–19 across the region, targeting speeding, reckless driving, impaired driving, and distracted driving. Serious Crime Update: A former Charleston County magistrate pleaded guilty to child sexual abuse material charges.
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