AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoWorkforce & Licensing: Mississippi’s State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering is taking public comments through June 22 on temporary rules that could affect health, safety, and business standards for the barbering and cosmetology industries. AI & Talent Pipeline: The Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network (MAIN), based at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, is gaining national recognition for AI literacy and workforce readiness efforts, including training for state leaders and educators. Local Business & Hospitality: Gulfport’s The Downtowner is set to open June 9 inside the historic Triplett-Day building, aiming to blend classic diner nostalgia with a modern Southern dining experience. Transportation Infrastructure: MDOT says five of nine bridges in the Hwy. 19 expansion in Neshoba County are complete, with the project still targeted for spring 2028. Energy Costs (Gas Prices): GasBuddy reports show midgrade and premium prices vary widely by county in the week ending May 30, with several single-station “lowest” deals highlighted across Mississippi. Education & Community Giving: Ole Miss says retired professor Jimmy Davis is donating $100,000 toward a new accountancy building for the Patterson School of Accountancy. Sports (Mississippi Impact): Mississippi State’s season ended after a loss to Georgia in the College World Series matchup, with Georgia advancing to Omaha.
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