AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoState Revenue Watch: Tennessee reported August tax revenue of $1.7 billion, beating budget by $54.6 million and up $88.1 million from last year, with sales and corporate taxes driving the outperformance. Workplace Safety & Courts: A Memphis family filed a wrongful death lawsuit over a worker’s fall at a SpaceXAI site, alleging inadequate fall protection and citing a state OSHA citation. Local Government Leadership: Chattanooga named Kirsten Ert Acuff as deputy chief operating officer, bringing budgeting and infrastructure experience from Lakesite. Food Safety: Saratoga Potato Chips recalled J. HIGGS Loaded Bacon and Cheddar Potato Chips sold at Save A Lot in Tennessee and several states due to an undeclared soy allergen. Business & Community: A worker co-op model is gaining traction as Earth Sky + Water in Wilton was taken over by employees after founder Steven Lewers’ retirement. Energy & Industry: DOE is seeking input on recovering surplus critical minerals from federal cleanup sites, including Oak Ridge in Tennessee. Consumer/Operations: MLGW said 13,000 customers face disconnection as the heat-related pause ends, with programs available for payment plans. Economic/Business Climate: CNBC ranked Tennessee ninth for business but worst for living, fueling debate over what matters most to employers and workers.
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