AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoTropical Weather: Tropical Depression Two is expected to strengthen into Tropical Storm Bertha later Monday, with a tropical storm watch stretching along the Alabama Gulf Coast and Florida Panhandle; forecasters warn the biggest risk is heavy rain and flash flooding through Friday, plus rough surf and rip currents. Food Safety: The FDA says a cyclospora test tied to Taylor Farms was a false positive, but the company’s broad lettuce recall remains in place as health officials continue investigating; Alabama has reported confirmed cases, including in Mobile County and the Tuscaloosa area. Local Economy/Jobs: Gov. Ivey announced Doncasters will expand in Auburn with a $50 million facility expected to add about 70 jobs over three years. Workforce Training: BluWorkz is rolling out Phase 2 of its VR forklift simulator program across Alabama, adding 17 simulators to support high school career-ready training. Public Safety/Health: Alabama’s workforce report shows record wage and salary employment at 2,224,200 jobs, while unemployment ticked up to 3.2%. Civic Watch: Foley City Council will review airport terminal grant plans, airfield drainage upgrades, and pedestrian safety funding at a July 20 work session.
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