AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoConsumer Protection: Mississippi’s AGs are joining a broad push at the FCC to stop scam robocalls by cutting scammers off from legitimate phone numbers, after spoofing crackdowns shifted fraudsters to buying real numbers—an effort tied to billions in losses nationwide. Auto Manufacturing: Nissan says its Canton, Mississippi plant hit a major Frontier milestone and is targeting higher output as light-truck demand grows. Workforce & Training: Northeast Mississippi Community College is taking registrations for a no-cost Aerospace Fabrication & Assembly program, aiming to feed advanced manufacturing talent. Local Infrastructure: D’Iberville won $5 million in federal BUILD funding for the Mallett Road multimodal project, including road widening, safer intersections, and added sidewalks. Energy & Weather: Saharan dust is expected to move into Mississippi July 11-12, raising hazy skies and potential air-quality concerns. Retail & Entertainment: Ridgeland approved the first Dave & Buster’s in Mississippi, with construction planned to start this year and open by late 2027. Agriculture Economics: USDA data shows 2025 returns were tough for many crops, with Delta rice among the hardest hit. Public Safety & Community: Laurel is upgrading Mason Park with drainage, sidewalks, parking changes, and improved accessibility.
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