AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoHenderson Collegiate Athletics: Avery R. Bryant has been named the school’s new athletic director, bringing more than 18 years in education and sports leadership across North Carolina. Hurricane Helene Recovery: GROW NC unveiled a Western North Carolina Economic Recovery Plan marking two years since Helene, laying out 5- and 10-year rebuilding goals for the mountain economy. Public Health: Rutherford County confirmed a third rabies case in 2026 after a skunk tested positive; officials urge residents to keep pets controlled and ensure rabies vaccinations are up to date. Education & Data Use: UNCW and Peace College shared how they turn NSSE survey results into real campus changes, from general education revisions to faculty conversations and public reporting. Workforce Watch: North Carolina’s unemployment rate dipped to 3.5% in August as employers added jobs, even as the number of people working edged down. Voting Rights: The NC State Board of Elections welcomed a U.S. Supreme Court decision allowing citizenship checks using the federal SAVE database, while advocates warn it could discourage eligible voters. Real Estate: HomeSmart announced a merger with NorthGroup Real Estate, expanding its agent footprint and tech resources across multiple states, including North Carolina. Culture & Arts: BRAHM marks 15 years in Blowing Rock with a free Oct. 1 Community Day featuring tours, art activities, and a new anniversary beer.
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