AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoLocal Politics & Service: Nancy Lacore, the fired Navy Reserve chief running for South Carolina’s 1st District, picked up Sen. Mark Kelly’s endorsement, pairing two military veterans in a high-watching House race. Independence Day Culture: Aiken’s historical museum looks back at how old-school 4th of July celebrations mixed pyrotechnics, philanthropy, and “playboys,” with a summer lecture series starting July 14. Food Traditions: A nostalgic cupcake column brings back beach-themed Fourth of July desserts, while a state-by-state map highlights the dishes Americans associate with the holiday. Healthcare Access: Medicaid will again cover non-abortion care at Planned Parenthood as a GOP ban ends, shifting the decision back to states. Community & Animals: A Myrtle Beach Corvette club donated $1,000 checks to local nonprofits, including Canine Angels, and a separate piece argues fireworks are an outdated tradition because of harm to animals and people. Arts & Faith: The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage closes July 5 in Philadelphia with Pope Leo XIV’s message.
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