AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoHealthcare Costs: A new Visual Capitalist map using MERIC data shows wide state-by-state differences in healthcare costs, with Alaska near the top and the U.S. average set at 100. Energy Prices: GasBuddy reports show Mississippi drivers seeing mixed fuel pricing in the week ending Sept. 5, including the lowest regular gas in Walthall County at $3.69 and diesel lows in Marshall County at $5.14, as national averages remain sensitive to global oil and refinery conditions. Agriculture Economy: The Fed’s Beige Book says Corn Belt farm conditions improved slightly, though weather stress and uneven pricing remain themes. Mississippi Sports: Mississippi State’s Kamario Taylor is drawing major buzz after a strong start, while the Bulldogs’ win over Minnesota puts the program back in the national conversation. Public Safety & Industry: The U.S. Coast Guard commissioned a new Fast Response Cutter built by Mississippi’s Bollinger Shipyards, expanding the fleet for missions nationwide. Local Mississippi Projects: Mississippi Power is rolling out LED lighting upgrades in Downtown Biloxi, starting along Howard Avenue to improve nighttime visibility and safety. River & Research: NOAA selected Mississippi State to host a new Northern Gulf research institute with up to $100 million in funding.
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