AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFood Safety: USDA says two U.S. firms recalled about 1,513 pounds of imported ready-to-eat pork jowl (guanciale) products after possible listeria contamination, a Class I recall. Transportation & Infrastructure: MDOT will keep working on US-127 ramps at Parnall Road and M-50 in Jackson with intermittent closures starting Sept. 8, a $7.3 million project expected to support 62 jobs. Energy Costs: GasBuddy reports Michigan diesel and gasoline prices easing from spring highs, with several county “lowest” deals highlighted across the state for the week ending Aug. 29. Labor & Politics: UAW President Shawn Fain urged union members to back Democrats in November, spotlighting Michigan governor and Senate races during Detroit’s Labor Day events. Workforce Watch: The Michigan League for Public Policy’s Labor Snapshot flags Michigan’s higher-than-national unemployment and rising underutilization, plus a large workforce exit tied to retirements and caregiving. Road Funding Shift: Michigan officials are moving forward on a pay-per-mile road funding pilot to replace the gas tax, with planning underway and a final report expected by 2027. Data Centers & Lawsuits: New lawsuits claim data center low-frequency noise harms nearby residents, including cases tied to Microsoft and xAI.
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