AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCongressional Race Watch: In Maryland’s open 5th District Democratic primary, 23 candidates and outside money are colliding, with endorsements for Del. Adrian Boafo drawing fresh criticism over “obscene” special-interest spending. Higher Ed & Workforce: Wor-Wic Community College and Salisbury University are launching a transfer pathway to improve how associate credits roll into bachelor’s programs, aiming to boost transfer rates and affordability. Local Business Shock: A fire destroyed a Harper, Md. commercial shop and warehouse, wiping out more than $10,000 in inventory and reigniting worries about electrical reliability and emergency response. Public Safety & Courts: Federal prosecutors charged the chief engineer of the Dali in the 2024 Key Bridge collapse, alleging he failed to alert the Coast Guard about a hazardous fuel-pump setup. Retail Expansion: Barnes & Noble is returning to Baltimore’s Harbor East this fall, taking over a former Oceanaire space and signaling renewed demand for physical retail. Energy & Infrastructure: Clarke County officials are urging residents to weigh in on a proposed high-voltage transmission line that they say could damage rural and historic areas. Business Finance: GAMA reported a $233,293 loss for 2025, citing costs tied to moving its expo to Baltimore and legal expenses.
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