AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoEnergy & Industry: Solar keeps pulling ahead in the U.S. power mix, hitting a new milestone in May as it supplied a bigger share of electricity than coal, even while federal policy favors coal. Maritime & Defense: The U.S. Naval Research Laboratory received a transportable satellite tracking antenna from the Space Force to expand joint space testing and training at Blossom Point. Mississippi Tech & Jobs: Clinton marked a ribbon-cutting for a major Amazon Web Services data center project, and Mississippi is also pushing ahead with an AI push statewide. Gulf Coast Growth: A Port of Gulfport channel deepening project cleared a key federal hurdle, supporting shipping and logistics capacity. Workforce & Community: A new initiative is underway to empower women in the Gulf Coast gaming industry, bringing together 100 leaders and rising executives. Public Safety & Local Development: Pascagoula is converting a former crime-linked gas station into an East Pascagoula police substation to improve response times and spur redevelopment. Food & Agriculture: The Mississippi Pickle Fest returns June 13-14 in Jackson, with expected crowds topping last year’s 7,000. Professional Services: Dr. Dennis D. Truax, PE announced retirement from the Mississippi Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers & Surveyors effective July 1. Fuel Watch: GasBuddy reports Yazoo County regular hitting $3.97 in the week ending May 30, with Mississippi’s statewide average at $3.90.
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