AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEducation & AI: U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon visited New Bern to discuss the future of schooling as AI grows, while a local candidate pushed for less screen time and more handwriting. Community Learning: N.C. Cooperative Extension highlighted how its Martin County center delivers research-based help for farmers and families. Early Childhood: Craven Smart Start provider Paula Cusson retired after 37 years, reflecting long-running support for child care workers and early education. Elections Access: Onslow County set early voting dates and locations for the Nov. 3 general election, with voting starting Oct. 15. Public Safety & Youth Service: Civil Air Patrol Cadet 2nd Lt. Langston Elkins was named American Legion Department of NC Cadet of the Year. Coastal Conservation: Ocean Isle Beach installed wildlife-safe, amber streetlights to protect sea turtles. Arts & Culture: The Earl Scruggs Music Festival announced “Spirits of Bluegrass,” adding whiskey tastings to the Sept. 4-6 lineup. Local Business/Jobs: United Way of the Cape Fear won a grant to fund paid job training and temporary work for low-income seniors. Sports Betting Debate: Kalshi defended itself as not a sportsbook as World Cup betting surges, fueling renewed questions about what counts as gambling. Lottery: NC Lottery shared July 16 Pick 3, Pick 4, Cash 5, and other results.
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