AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoBuc-ee’s Expansion: The Texas travel giant broke ground on its first North Carolina location in Mebane, a 74,000-square-foot, 120-pump travel center expected to open in November 2027—another big draw for I-40/I-85 road trips. Hurricane Recovery Push: Gov. Josh Stein met with NC’s congressional delegation in Washington to seek $10B+ more for western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene, including major funding for homes, water systems, roads, and economic recovery. Outdoor & Hunting: High Rock Upland Game Preserve near Lexington is kicking off summer with guided hunts, ATV trails, hiking, and on-site berry and farm picking—positioning the season as prime scouting time. Aviation Nostalgia: The 40th anniversary Sentimental Journey Fly-In at the William T. Piper Memorial Airport celebrates Piper Aircraft history with pilots and visitors from across the country. Sports Tourism: A sold-out UNCG crowd welcomed Norway for a World Cup open practice, giving fans a “home away from home” preview of top-level play. Gas & Travel Costs: AAA reports gas prices are still easing in parts of NC, but summer travel budgets remain tight as energy costs and inflation pressure continue.
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