AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoEnergy & Utilities: Environmental groups are pushing back on Dominion and NextEra’s $67B merger, saying the Virginia State Corporation Commission needs more time and tougher scrutiny as the deal intersects with the data-center boom. Data Centers & Costs: A new PJM proposal would let large electricity users start service without securing enough new capacity first, shifting the uncovered load into curtailment before emergency demand-response kicks in—raising fresh questions for Virginia ratepayers. Local Infrastructure: VDOT plans to reopen the left lane and end a long-term traffic split on I-64 east at Tidewater Drive in Norfolk starting Aug. 21, with overnight work and lane closures. Construction Disruption: Interstate 81 widening blasting and slow rolls are set to begin Aug. 24 in Roanoke and Botetourt, with delays and noise expected. Business/Legal: Skanska won a $1.2B U.S. data-center contract, including work in Virginia, while Berger Montague opened an investigation into AeroVironment’s board over possible fiduciary-duty issues. Community & Culture: Virginia’s education and community spotlight includes new diocesan school principals and a spotlight on a shuttered school’s legacy. Sports & Entertainment: Kehlani announced arena dates including Richmond, and Virginia Tech’s football roster and transfer stories keep fans focused on the 2026 season.
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