AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSouth Carolina Politics: The GOP governor runoff is getting nastier as Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and AG Alan Wilson trade attacks over pay raises and judicial endorsements, with the June 23 matchup deciding who heads to November. Statehouse & Local Government: Edgefield County approved a new $1,600 impact fee on most new construction in its fastest-growth areas, aimed at funding EMS capital projects. Real Estate & Business: A Publix-anchored shopping center in Aiken sold for more than $21.25 million, while an Aiken Southside property with a supermarket reportedly fetched an eight-figure price. Community & Safety: Georgetown residents got an update on cleanup planning for the former Liberty Mill site along the waterfront. Agriculture: Two candidates are set for a runoff for South Carolina’s agricultural leader role, as the state’s farm policy stakes stay high. National Religion: Southern Baptists voted to advance a formal ban on women pastors, with a South Carolina pastor among the opposition. Economy & Daily Life: Dollar General is seeing a boost as shoppers chase cheaper grocery trips amid inflation and high costs.
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