AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoVirginia Tourism Boost: A new report says Virginia tourism generated about $3.4B in state and local taxes in 2025, with visitor spending hitting a record $36.2B and driving growth in food, lodging, and recreation. Outdoor Recovery: The Appalachian Trail Conservancy says 5.5 miles of the Appalachian Trail reopened at Iron Mountain Gap after Helene storm debris removal, supporting the hiking-and-tourism corridor in the Roan Highlands. Local Travel & Safety: VDOT plans congestion- and safety-focused upgrades near the Wilson School Complex in Augusta County, including lane additions and a new roundabout, with work staged around the school calendar. Air Medical Access: Atrium Health announced a spring 2027 AirCare base at Twin County Regional Airport in Hillsville to expand rapid emergency transport across Southwest Virginia and Northwest North Carolina. Community & Events: Virginia Beach city council voted 9-2 to approve the sale of the Virginia Beach National Golf Course to Dragas Companies, a move tied to housing plans while keeping a public course. Back-to-School Health: A reminder for families: heavy backpacks can strain kids’ bodies, with guidance on signs of overload and how to lighten the load. Border Commuter Update: El Chaparral Bridge (Puente México) in Tijuana reopened after a week of repairs that affected thousands of daily cross-border travelers.
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