AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoLocal Arts & Community: Beckley kicks off a free, first-ever “Hometown Hall of Fame” on Aug. 1, honoring West Virginia artists like Bill Withers and Hazel Dickens with live music from Matt Mullins and The Holler Generals. Disability Arts: Weirton’s Disability Independence Celebration begins with a community art exhibit at the Summit Art Gallery, spotlighting creations from residents of all ages and abilities. Museum Spotlight: WVU’s Art Museum brings Blanche Lazzell back home for its biggest exhibition yet, reopening Aug. 21 after a national run. Education Recognition: Hancock County teacher Morgan Bricker is named a finalist for the 2027 West Virginia Teacher of the Year. Food Safety Watch: The FDA says a lab test tied to the Taylor Farms cyclospora investigation was a false positive, but the voluntary lettuce recall remains in effect as cases top 1,600 nationwide. Tech & Privacy Debate: Huntington residents and the ACLU of West Virginia are pushing back against a $2.1M Flock Safety surveillance deal.
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