AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoSolar Supply Chain: ES Foundry says it has finished a 2 GW expansion at its Greenwood, SC crystalline solar cell plant and started producing the first cells from the new line, lifting total U.S. capacity to 3 GW. Stroke Care Research: Penumbra launched the FORWARD real-world study of its computer-assisted vacuum thrombectomy approach for distal M2 occlusions, aiming to enroll up to 250 patients across about 40 sites. Public Health Coverage: A KFF Health News report highlights how people can get stuck in “red tape” when trying to keep consistent health coverage, including a case involving transplant medication access. Local Water Management: Florence created a new water resource director role to oversee water production and improve reliability while separating stormwater and sewer oversight. Food Safety: FDA announced a frozen blueberry recall tied to possible STEC E. coli O145:H28 contamination, with distribution including South Carolina. Health Policy & Food Access: A Q&A on SNAP work requirements points to added pressure on food banks as enrollment shifts and federal changes reshape benefits. Community & STEM: SCETV STEAM Camp 2026 wrapped up in Columbia, showcasing student projects that mix engineering and storytelling. Tech in Policing: South Carolina reports continue around license plate reader use, including a Boone case where an ALPR alert helped lead to an arrest.
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