AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEnergy & Fuel Prices: GasBuddy data shows Washington County’s lowest midgrade price at $4.05/gal in the week ending Aug. 8, while Medina County hit a diesel low of $4.85/gal; Ohio’s diesel average rose to $5.25/gal. Local Public Safety: Jefferson Township cleared a construction site after a bomb threat, with nine explosive-detection K-9 units and multiple agencies searching before no devices were found. Infrastructure Updates: Muskingum County extended the Ridge Road/Ridge Avenue closure through Aug. 18 for railroad crossing repairs. Manufacturing & Jobs: GM and LG Energy Solution’s Ohio battery cell plant is set to restart next week after a seven-month shutdown, bringing back about 1,400 workers. Food Industry: Taylor Farms expanded a jalapeño-related recall tied to salmonella, affecting products sold across 26 states. Community & Inclusion: Columbus became the first U.S. city to offer free period products at all major sports venues, with Huntington Park joining the network. Workforce & Logistics: EASE Logistics named Abbi Failla the 2026 Women in Supply Chain Forum Award winner for Workforce Innovator.
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