AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoData Privacy Clash: Knox County leaders are at odds over a $1.5 million plan to deploy nearly 300 Flock license plate readers, after a public meeting meant to address privacy concerns was abruptly canceled—residents are now waiting on a new date. Workforce & Education: Roane State launched a new Applied and Innovative Technology Division, naming Dr. Sylvia Pastor founding dean, with programs spanning computer science, nuclear tech, mechatronics and more. Housing Development: LDG Multifamily is planning affordable apartment units at Northgate Mall’s parking lot in Chattanooga, seeking two $20 million revenue bond issues for phases of 90 units each. Cannabis Policy: Hirsh Jain weighs what cannabis rescheduling could mean for medical marijuana and broader legalization, including whether interstate commerce will be allowed. Consumer Watch: Amy’s Kitchen recalled 184,200 cans of organic lentil soup due to a pull-tab defect that can compromise seals and raise spoilage risk. Energy Costs: GasBuddy reports Tennessee midgrade prices edging up, with one Gibson County station hitting $3.69 in the week ending July 18. Business & Sports Finance: The Milwaukee Brewers designated Lance McCullers for assignment less than two weeks after acquiring him from Houston.
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