AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoUtility Crisis in RI: Rhode Island advocates say heat and the end of the winter shutoff moratorium are driving a surge in overnight calls and electric/gas disconnections, with the George Wiley Center reporting dozens of messages before staff return. Healthcare & Franchising: The Joint Chiropractic opened its first Rhode Island location in Warwick, bringing a walk-in, per-visit model to Quaker Lane. Energy & Defense: The Pentagon is blocking more than 150 wind projects over drone fears, raising costs for developers and slowing new construction across 24 states. Arts & Construction Oversight: Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse alleges whistleblowers flagged rushed Kennedy Center renovations, citing problems from rusting steel to work that may need rebuilding. Real Estate Transparency: A buyer-agent group warns that “private listings” and reduced listing data can limit homebuyers’ access to days on market and price changes. Local Talent in Pro Sports: Penn State’s Michael Anderson, with Rhode Island ties, was selected by the Texas Rangers in the 2026 MLB Draft. Sailing & STEM: Newport will host the America’s Cup Hall of Fame Challenge Oct. 3-4, pairing classic 12-metre racing with STEM education support.
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