AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoSpace & Defense: Gov. Mike DeWine is pushing an effort to bring the U.S. Space Academy to Ohio, citing Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, NASA Glenn, and a new 11-person team to prepare the federal application. Local Energy Policy: Logan City Council heard from SOPEC about its “Charging Smart” push to streamline zoning and permitting for solar and EV charging, plus a proposed station at Aqueduct Park that sparked debate over downtown business impact. Fuel Watch (Ohio): GasBuddy reports the lowest Montgomery County regular gas at $3.49/gal (week ending Sept. 19) and the lowest midgrade at $3.89/gal; Trumbull County’s lowest regular hit $3.99/gal. Construction Tech: Trayd launched Trayd Accounting to bring construction job profitability into the same platform contractors use for payroll and workforce management. Manufacturing & Autos: GM rolled out its updated 2027 heavy-duty lineup, including an in-house 8.3L Duramax diesel, while Westlake Royal expanded its BlueLinx distribution deal for Kleer PVC trim and TruExterior siding. Workforce & Skills: Google announced a partnership with veterans groups to help 25,000 enter skilled trades amid ongoing labor shortages.
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