AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoData Centers & Power Strain: PJM Interconnection floated a plan that would require data centers to switch to backup generators and be curtailed first during grid emergencies, highlighting the growing fight between AI demand and aging power capacity. Local Development: Prince William County’s Gainesville “Gardner Property” proposal would add five data centers near existing Amazon sites, with road changes and a special-use permit needed. Broadband Fallout: RiverStreet was removed from rural Virginia broadband projects after repeated missed deadlines and financing shortfalls, with officials seeking reimbursement as the company scales back. Hemp Industry Shock: New Virginia THC limits already forced closures, including THE Dispensary in Danville, as retailers warn the rules are too rigid for existing products. Shipbuilding & Maritime Investment: Antin Infrastructure Partners completed its Vigor Marine Group acquisition, aiming to expand Navy repair capacity amid skilled-labor shortages. Courts & Federal Moves: A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from moving the FBI headquarters to Maryland’s Greenbelt, a win for state and county leaders. Food & Recalls: A Radford mother says farmers markets help ease recall anxiety after produce safety scares. Energy Costs Watch: GasBuddy reported the lowest diesel prices in parts of Virginia, with Gloucester County hitting $5.11 in the week ending Aug. 8.
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