AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoEnergy Jobs: Mississippi’s Energy Expo & Job Fair in Jackson (Oct. 1, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.) pairs workers with employers in the state’s power and shipbuilding pipeline, with Entergy and Ingalls Shipbuilding among participants. Building Materials: Modern Mill’s ACRE Perfection Shingle Siding—made from upcycled rice hulls—won Architect’s Newspaper’s 2026 Best of Products Award, a nod to Mississippi-area manufacturing and greener facades. Power Grid Funding: The U.S. Energy Department awarded Entergy $13.7M to strengthen grid reliability, reinforcing the kind of capital projects that keep industrial customers online. Property & Home Costs: Michigan AG Dana Nessel urged consumers to file for compensation tied to a multistate settlement over allegedly inflated generic drug prices, while separate coverage highlights how property tax bills can change based on updated assessments. Defense Tech: Pentagon leaders unveiled plans for an Autonomous Warfare Command and new AI/drone-focused initiatives, with Mississippi’s higher-ed and workforce ecosystem likely to feel the ripple effects. Public Safety Watch: Mississippi investigators continue looking into Ole Miss student deaths where kratom was found, renewing scrutiny on retail sales and labeling.
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