AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoWater Quality Funding: S.C. Department of Environmental Services is taking grant applications for watershed projects to cut nonpoint source pollution, with proposals due Aug. 14, 2026, funded through EPA’s Section 319 program. GOP Runoff Watch: Rep. Ralph Norman endorsed Attorney General Alan Wilson over Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette in the June 23 Republican governor runoff, setting up the final matchup against Democratic nominee Jermaine Johnson. Economic Development: York County documents say a global biopharmaceutical company is pursuing a Rock Hill HQ and manufacturing site under “Project Palmetto Rock,” targeting $1.49 billion in investment and 1,252 jobs. Local Government & Safety: Summerville is moving to take over West Richardson Avenue from SCDOT, citing safety and maintenance concerns after crashes and stalled requests for upgrades. Transportation: Greenville reopened the Church Street bridge after a major SCDOT rehabilitation focused on deck repairs, drainage, and pedestrian safety. Crime & Courts: SLED charged a fifth suspect in the Chester drive-by killing of 16-year-old Avery West, while a Saluda woman pleaded guilty in federal court to money laundering. Public Safety/Justice: SLED is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Pelzer after a man allegedly armed himself with a sword, hammer, and screwdriver. Election Access: Early voting opens Wednesday for the June 23 runoff in York and Lancaster counties at seven locations.
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