AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMaternal Health Push: ECU Health’s “I Gave Birth” postpartum wristbands are spreading beyond North Carolina, with hospitals in at least 24 states using the tool to flag after-delivery risks and help cut maternal deaths. Back-to-School Safety: A new North Carolina law now requires schools to post Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and the N.C. Peer Warmline phone numbers on student IDs and school websites starting 2026-27. Culture After Helene: Asheville playwright Sofia Costanzo is turning Helene recovery interviews into a community play, “Raining on Sunny Street,” running Aug. 20-22 at Asheville High School. Local Education Leadership: Elkin City Schools begins reviewing superintendent applications Aug. 26 after a leadership change. Faith & Community: Charlotte’s Stellar Gospel Music Awards celebrated gospel’s legacy at the Spectrum Center, honoring artists and faith leaders. Elections: Gov. Josh Stein vetoed North Carolina’s election integrity measure that would have tightened early voting and expanded post-election audits. Health Care Governance: ACHC appointed home health and hospice leader David J. Totaro to its board. Powerball Buzz: A Pasquotank County woman won $1 million in Powerball, and Monday’s results are set after the latest jackpot run.
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