AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFederal Grants Fight: Domestic violence groups warn a proposed OMB rule could let agencies cancel federal grant funding anytime, without appeal—raising fears for survivor services across the country, including in North Carolina. Immigration & Kids: A Raleigh march protested ICE policies after deadly encounters, with organizers saying fear is spreading through immigrant communities. Voting Access: North Carolina Republicans move to reduce Sunday and campus early voting, a change advocates say could hit Black church communities and students hardest. School Life: A cellphone “ban” law is running into a patchwork of district rules, leaving many students still able to use devices during the day. Public Health: Taylor Farms expanded a voluntary iceberg lettuce recall tied to cyclospora, now covering 27 states including NC. Community Housing: Concord celebrates ribbon-cutting for affordable apartments created from a former church, aiming to stabilize families. Culture & Learning: Rural NC churches are boosting summer reading through a Duke Endowment literacy initiative. Sports & Local Flavor: NASCAR’s Truck Series Faith Fest 250 at North Wilkesboro has lineup and TV details; and ECU’s communication alumna shares her 360-degree World Cup experience. Everyday Wins: NC Lottery results for July 18 are out. Weather Watch: Severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for parts of northeastern NC.
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