AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoWildfire Smoke & Health: Canadian wildfire smoke is triggering air quality alerts across much of the East, including South Carolina, with officials urging people to limit outdoor time—especially kids and anyone with breathing issues. Endangered Species Act Rollback: Federal agencies finalized a rule narrowing what counts as “harm” under the Endangered Species Act, and conservation groups warn it could accelerate habitat loss for imperiled wildlife; South Carolina and regional partners are challenging the change in court. Local Nature Access: Saluda opened Henry’s Nature Center, a free 20.7-acre preserve with trails, native plant gardens, and plans to connect to the future Saluda Grade Trail. Upstate Water Safety: Pendleton is under a boil water advisory until further notice. Community Conservation & Stewardship: A new nature center in Saluda adds native habitat education, while South Carolina’s broader push for environmental protection continues amid policy fights at the federal level.
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