AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoLocal Tax Decision: Bradley County residents are getting answers after commissioners approved a property tax hike tied to 15% pay raises for county employees, with officials saying impact fees aren’t available under state rules. Home Repair Costs: Fourth of July weekend demand is driving HVAC and plumbing emergency calls up, with repairs often running two to three times normal holiday rates. Nashville Business Promotion: WhipNash is running a limited-time 3X entry multiplier for its Hummer EV giveaway, with proceeds supporting the ASPCA, Wounded Warrior Project and Luke Alan Foundation. Energy & Data Centers: The U.S. Department of Energy invoked emergency grid authority again to force AI data centers onto diesel backup during peak-stress periods, highlighting growing strain on regional power reliability. Tech Expansion in Tennessee: Google announced a $1.5B data center expansion in Jackson County, promising 1,000 construction jobs and clean-power support via TVA infrastructure. Workforce & Housing Pressure: A new affordability snapshot shows Tennessee in the middle of the pack, but first-time buyers still face higher prices, taxes and insurance. Business Legal/Policy: Tennessee’s new noncompete law is now in effect, pushing employers to review restrictive covenant agreements.
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