AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoRoad Work in Fountain Inn: SCDOT started milling and paving on Howard Drive from North Main Street to the West Farm subdivision entrance, plus repairs near Bryson Drive, with lane closures and minor delays expected for about 2–3 weeks. Heat and School Air Safety: The Upstate is bracing for heat index values near 100+ and possible storms, while an AQI explainer urges South Carolina schools to adjust outdoor time when air quality turns orange/red. PFAS Lawsuit Update (Out of State, Big Theme): A federal judge rejected Denver’s bid to pause a CERCLA cost-recovery case tied to PFAS contamination allegedly linked to firefighting foam. NEPA Red Tape Fight: West Virginia AG J.B. McCuskey leads a coalition backing EPA’s push to speed NEPA reviews for major projects. Coastal Habitat Under Review: South Carolina Environmental Law Project says a Georgetown County dredging permit request underestimates impacts to oysters and asks regulators for a more accurate assessment. Fisheries Input: SCDNR opened public comment on a revised Atlantic red snapper exempted fishing permit plan through Aug. 25. Local Cleanup After Crash: A semi crash and fuel spill near Easley’s Highway 123 QT may require intersection repairs and possible replacement. Solar Tech in Clemson: Students unveiled a solar-integrated EV designed to generate more energy than it uses in typical city commuting.
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