AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMemorial Day pressure on the road: AAA says Memorial Day gas prices hit a four-year high, with the national regular average at $4.56 as 45 million Americans travel—so expect elevated pump costs to stick around. Data center scrutiny in Georgia: Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez pressed the EPA over reports of murky drinking water in Morgan County tied to a Meta data center, with an investigation promised. Tech safety update: Waymo paused freeway robotaxi rides in several cities (including San Francisco, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Miami) to improve construction-zone response. Public health watch: Whole Foods Market Kitchen Minestrone Soup is recalled in multiple states, including Georgia, over possible undeclared shrimp allergens. Environment & policy: UGA climate expert Pam Knox announced retirement after 25 years, while Georgia-linked environmental enforcement moves forward as new sanctions target violations by major industrial facilities. Business moves: Five Star Breaktime Solutions acquired West Chester Vending, and Roadway Moving expanded its fleet with 85 vehicles for peak summer demand.
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