AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMississippi Sound Protection: A Biloxi roundtable led by Rep. Mike Ezell brought federal and state officials together to discuss how Bonnet Carré Spillway openings could affect the Mississippi Sound, with fishermen and businesses pressing for permitting reform and better coordination. Data Center Workforce & Training: Meridian Community College launched Mississippi’s first data center workforce pathway (MEI tech training) to feed talent needs for the Compass data center planned for the city. Local Business Growth: Quakes Ice Creamery landed a major distribution deal with US Foods, shifting delivery work to the distributor and aiming to expand sales to restaurants, schools, and other commercial buyers. SpaceXAI Payments & Legal Pressure: A Memphis-area contractor says SpaceXAI owes more than $136M and has filed liens tied to Colossus II and Colossus construction, with more expected in Mississippi. Environmental Justice & Air Permits: An agreed order shows SpaceXAI’s Southaven power plant schedule is behind, and the NAACP center says the plan effectively adds turbines while communities worry about pollution. Public Works Update: Jackson County’s I-10 Welcome Center is closing for demolition, with a new Gulf Coast-themed facility targeted for completion by summer 2028. Food Safety: A salmonella outbreak tied to recalled eggs has sickened 98 people across multiple states, including Mississippi, after a Texas-based egg recall.
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