AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoMississippi Politics: Scott Colom, a Black Democrat and prosecutor, says he can flip the script in his bid to unseat Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith, arguing she’s too aligned with Washington and not focused on affordability. Food Safety: A multistate Salmonella egg recall tied to Midwest Poultry Services has reached Mississippi, with cartons marked by specific plant codes and best-by dates through Aug. 17; health officials say dozens are sick and many hospitalized. Public Health & Agriculture: Cyclospora linked to iceberg lettuce has expanded to 15 states, with investigators pointing to Taylor Farms as the likely source. Energy & Industry: Mississippi officials are urging routine upkeep at high-hazard dams as hurricane season ramps up, noting the state has hundreds of high-hazard dams. Workforce & Training: MGCCC hosted a Women in Skilled Trades Showcase on the Gulf Coast, highlighting welding, electrical tech, and commercial truck driving pathways into jobs at major employers. Business & Jobs: S&W Foods says its Hammond distribution facility hit its highest AIB International inspection score to date, signaling continued investment in Gulf South food logistics. Infrastructure: A new development in Clarksdale—Higher Purpose Hub—broke ground on a $3 million Delta project with a market, learning spaces, arts, and wellness amenities.
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