AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoHealth Access Gap: A new national analysis finds 1,180 U.S. counties have no general surgeon, leaving 15.1 million people without access to basic surgical care—an issue tied to how shortages are mapped. Local Courts & Community Safety: The Mica Miller case is back in the spotlight as her family’s attorney says the 2024 death investigation was “botched,” while authorities still maintain suicide as the cause. Religion & Justice: Word of Faith Fellowship leader Brooke Covington’s assault and kidnapping retrial is set to begin Monday in Buncombe County after years of delays, with the church denying abuse claims. Education & Student Life: UNCW leaders describe how they turn NSSE engagement survey results into curriculum and student support changes, while Peace College uses NSSE and CLA data to shape its general education focus. NC Policy & Families: North Carolina budget funding includes more than $10.7M for crisis pregnancy centers, continuing a decade-long rise in state support. Health & Women: A Wake Forest-linked study links macromastia to higher risks of chronic migraine, sleep apnea, and neck pain. Tech, Culture & Daily Life: Restaurants in Charlotte and beyond are pushing “no-scroll” phone pouches to bring back in-person connection. Education Rankings: Niche releases its 2027 school and district rankings with new standalone lists and updated methods. Workforce & Growth: NC East Alliance names Steve Bastian as COO to expand eastern North Carolina’s workforce partnerships. Sports & Pride: The Carolina Hurricanes hand out Stanley Cup rings in Raleigh, packed with team-specific details.
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