AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMississippi River Boating Disruption: The Army Corps says Lock and Dam 14’s secondary small-boat lock won’t run at all this summer, and Lock and Dam 15’s will be weekdays only, blaming staffing shortages and pushing recreational boaters to the main locks. Food Safety: Whole Foods shoppers in 17 states (including Mississippi) are being told to return Kettle Cuisine Whole Foods Market Kitchen Minestrone Soup after a recall over a possible undeclared shrimp allergen. Port Funding: Jefferson County’s Port Authority missed a $25M federal grant deadline but plans to reapply. Memorial Day Pressure: AAA expects record travel even as gas hits a four-year high nationally—Mississippi’s average is reported near $4.01. ATV Safety: Mississippi remains among the states with the highest ATV death rates; two fatal crashes in Hinds County are under investigation. Iran Tensions: Sen. Roger Wicker warns Trump is “ill advised” on Iran, while officials say talks show “some movement” but a “Plan B” remains.
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