AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoFood Safety Recall: The FDA upgraded Publix frozen berries and blueberries to a Class I recall over E. coli risk, with the GreenWise products pulled after earlier warnings; shoppers are urged to check UPCs and not eat affected items. Foodborne Illness: CDC says tainted alfalfa sprouts sold under Calco and Everything Sprouts brands have sickened 55 people across 15 states, including Florida, with illnesses likely to rise as investigators continue. Local Consumer Safety: A Florida school bus caught fire after a crash in Hardee County; the driver evacuated five students and no injuries were reported. Utilities & Cost of Living: New research finds major power outages are costing the U.S. over $67B a year on average, with outages getting more frequent and pricier—plus tips on how to prepare. Politics & Power Demand: Data centers are turning into a midterm flashpoint as voters worry about electricity costs and siting impacts, with opposition growing nationwide. Retail & Convenience: Buc-ee’s CEO says expansion targets “conservative, business-friendly” states as the chain grows. Consumer Finance: Bank of America is adding free scam-prevention “Scaminars” to help people spot fraud tactics.
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