AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoLand & Recreation: The Nature Conservancy transferred 1,950 acres to the U.S. Forest Service near Joanna, expanding public access at the edge of Sumter National Forest and boosting outdoor recreation while supporting South Carolina’s “Ten Million Acres” stewardship push. Water Management: The Army Corps of Engineers is lowering Lake Hartwell’s guide curve and setting a new maximum during heavy rain to reduce stress and erosion risk tied to the Clemson Lower Diversion Dam Saddle Dike. AI in Local Business: Charleston County is rolling out GoodBiz.AI to help small businesses use AI for day-to-day workloads, after a survey showed strong interest alongside concerns. Public Safety Tech Debate: South Carolina lawmakers are weighing new rules for Flock safety cameras after Rock Hill residents raised privacy and misuse worries, including proposals for audits and penalties. Higher Ed & Workforce: South Carolina’s public four-year institutions awarded 33,008 degrees/certificates in 2023-24, while Morris College named new vice presidents for advancement and enrollment. Rare Earth Manufacturing: USA Rare Earth broke ground on a $1.2B rare earth metal and magnet facility in Blacksburg, targeting 2028 commissioning and hundreds of high-skill jobs. Healthcare Supply Tech: Prisma Health is expanding Tecsys point-of-use inventory tracking to improve bedside supply readiness and reduce waste.
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