AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoAI Data Center Backlash: A packed Jackson County meeting is turning into a real-world test of how fast “AI” can move from pitch to power and water concerns, after officials said a proposal near the Bay County line may be more than a solar-and-storage plan. Big Jobs, Big Power: In Virginia’s orbit, Virginia Transformer says a $600M, 1,100-job plant is coming to Alabama’s Shoals—another reminder that energy demand is driving major builds. Local Transit Win: Richmond’s GRTC is keeping fare-free service going through June 30, 2027, as the agency clears its FY27 budget. Community & Culture: Waverly’s pickleball tournament helped fund park upgrades, while Blue Ridge Music Center’s summer series kicks off May 23 with Shawn Camp. Sports & Screen: “Victorian Psycho” lands an R rating for strong bloody violence and brief sexual material, and college football’s hiring reality for Black coaches is sparking fresh debate. Public Safety: A Virginia teacher’s trial testimony continues in the Richneck case, with claims of warning signs before the 6-year-old shooting.
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