AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoElection Countdown: Alabama voters head to the polls Nov. 3 for statewide and local races and four proposed constitutional amendments. Secretary of State Wes Allen says polls will be open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; check registration, polling places and sample ballots at AlabamaVotes.gov. Alabama Public Television has also posted interviews with statewide candidates. Consumer Protection: Alabama has joined the FTC and 19 other states in suing Dollar General over alleged register prices higher than shelf prices. Prison Oversight: The state’s $1.25 billion prison in Elmore County missed its Oct. 15 completion deadline. It was reported more than 85% complete, as lawmakers press for answers on costs and delays. Criminal Case: A Tuscaloosa County man was indicted in his mother’s death. Medical staff reported open sores and signs of neglect; she died of sepsis. Food Safety: A voluntary recall covers Great Value fruit cocktail sold in Alabama and six other states over possible elevated lead. Check cans for lot code 6FCB 04 C2263 and return or discard affected products. Healthcare: Construction is underway on a $30 million North Huntsville emergency department, expected to open in December 2027.
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