AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoFlood Recovery in West Virginia: Torrential storms brought flash flooding and damaging winds across the state, leading Gov. Patrick Morrisey to declare a state of emergency for all 55 counties and deploy hundreds of National Guard members as search-and-rescue continues; officials say about 1,000 homes and businesses were damaged and at least two people were unaccounted for. Disaster Relief & Scams: The Red Cross is expanding shelter and cleanup support, while WVRC Media is holding a flood supply drive Friday; officials also warn residents to watch for disaster-related scams and to verify any contractor or charity. Legal Fallout in Fayette County: West Virginia Delegate Elliott Pritt, a teacher, will remain in federal custody after a federal charge alleging enticement of a minor, with a preliminary hearing set for July 27. Elections Watch: West Virginia voters will decide in November whether to add a citizenship requirement to the state Constitution for voting. Public Health Alert (Cyclospora): The FDA is investigating a new cyclospora cluster affecting at least 72 people as nationwide cases keep climbing, with federal officials still working to identify sources amid the broader outbreak. Invasive Species: Spotted lanternfly has been confirmed in Kanawha County for the first time, prompting residents to report sightings.
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