AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMississippi Forestry & Jobs: Gov. Tate Reeves says Mississippi will invest $5 million in three forestry projects, including an industrial access road in Choctaw County, rail corridor work in Gloster, and utilities upgrades for Bell Timber to support kiln operations. Broadband & Rural Connectivity: A Broadband Breakfast panel says BEAD is shifting toward affordability and compliance, citing Mississippi’s Walthall County gains tied to Conexon Connect and Starlink capacity improvements. Energy & EV Charging: A new report warns federal EV charging rollout has lagged, with only 96 NEVI-funded stations open by end of 2025, pointing to slow state implementation. Logistics & Liability: After a Supreme Court broker-immunity shift, Mariner Logistics says it’s rolling out a “Sentinel Protocol” for carrier and driver verification. Commercial HVAC: Gulf Coast businesses are urged to keep rooftop HVAC maintenance and refrigerant monitoring tight as heat, humidity, and storms stress equipment. Local Business Growth: Mississippi’s Small Business Development Center graduates complete the Coastal Business Growth Accelerator on the Gulf Coast. Sports (Starkville): Mississippi State opens its NCAA Regional at Dudy Noble Field this weekend, with Omaha expectations rising.
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