AGP Picks
View all

AGP Executive Report

Last update: 9 hours ago

Data Centers & Local Control: Jackson, Miss., approved an 183-day moratorium on new data center proposals after residents raised concerns about noise, water use, air quality, and neighborhood impacts; records also show officials have discussed a Lake Hico site as a potential hub. Jobs & Industry: Siemens Energy broke ground on a $300 million Pearl factory to make high-voltage switchgear, aiming to add up to 300 jobs and expand workforce training. Manufacturing Investment: Aluminum Dynamics plans a $200 million recycled aluminum slab center in Lowndes County, targeting 100 jobs and operations in 2027. Public Health: A cyclospora-linked lettuce outbreak has Louisiana cases rising fast; local grocers are adjusting sourcing and handling. Community & Culture: Meridian’s Jimmie Rodgers Museum is getting a new downtown home, with a Street Dance fundraiser set for July 24. Education & Access: SEMRHI is urging parents to sign up for its school-based health program across several Pine Belt districts. Lottery: Mississippi Lottery results for July 17 include Match 5: 03-06-12-18-27 and Cash 3 midday 8-5-7 (FB 8), evening 0-3-1 (FB 2).

Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result. Feedback is welcome. Please let us know if you have any comments or suggestions about the AGP Executive Report.

AGP Wire

fallback image
Jul. 15, 2026

ASI launches residential security division for North Mississippi homeowners

AGP

fallback image
Jun. 22, 2026

Children’s Art Classes opens first Mississippi studio in Madison

AGP

fallback image
Jun. 18, 2026

Acres expands 2026 agriculture accelerator for small and mid-sized businesses

AGP

fallback image
Jun. 18, 2026

SR1 summer camp serves 150 Mississippi students with STEM and college prep

AGP


Perspectify logo Perspectify News

Learn about labels.

Labels
Left-wing Center-left Neutral Public Broadcaster Gov't Institution Center-right Right-wing Pro-Government Gov't Propaganda Indeterminate
filter

Filter

Source Label Filters

All labels are selected. Deselect any labels you want to hide from your feed.

Labels:

Left-wing
Center-left
Neutral
Public Broadcaster
Gov't Institution
Center-right
Right-wing
Pro-Government
Gov't Propaganda
Indeterminate
Mississippi State expands international footprint with Uruguay partnership

Mississippi State expands international footprint with Uruguay partnership

Bollinger Shipyards opens advanced Workforce Training Center in Gulfport to expand America’s maritime industrial base

Bollinger Shipyards opens advanced Workforce Training Center in Gulfport to expand America’s maritime industrial base

Aluminum Dynamics Plans Lowndes County, Mississippi, Manufacturing Operations

Aluminum Dynamics Plans Lowndes County, Mississippi, Manufacturing Operations

Flint Hills Resources, Friends of the Mississippi River recognized for restoring Minnesota wildlife habitat

Flint Hills Resources, Friends of the Mississippi River recognized for restoring Minnesota wildlife habitat

xAI put 59 gas turbines in Mississippi without federal permits, and Black neighborhoods are taking the hit

xAI put 59 gas turbines in Mississippi without federal permits, and Black neighborhoods are taking the hit

Flora among 54 cities tied for 38th in Mississippi scam reports in June

Flora among 54 cities tied for 38th in Mississippi scam reports in June

Ridgeland ties with 21 other cities for 16th in Mississippi scam reports in June

Ridgeland ties with 21 other cities for 16th in Mississippi scam reports in June


fallback image
Jul. 16, 2026

SBA Opens Business Recovery Center in Mississippi

U.S. Small Business Administration

fallback image
Jul. 15, 2026

Mississippi Lottery Returns $126.6 Million to the State for Fiscal Year 2026

Mississippi Lottery

fallback image
Jul. 16, 2026

SBA Opens Business Recovery Center in Mississippi

Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA)

fallback image
Jul. 13, 2026

Industry, Economics and Innovation: a Focus at the African Chiefs of Defense Conference 2026

DVIDS - Georgia

fallback image
Jul. 14, 2026

North Mississippi Row Crop Field Day set for Aug. 20

Mississippi State University Extension Service

fallback image
Jul. 14, 2026

A British politician is leading the charge to defund Mississippi public schools, build data centers, and ban DEI

Mississippi Democratic Party

More press releases

Video Stories

YouTube video thumbnail: Why the Nolan Wells Death Raises so Many Questions
Play
Why the Nolan Wells Death Raises so Many Questions
YouTube video thumbnail: Mississippi Homeowners Decry Noisy Data Center Plant: "I Feel Like I'm Being Tortured"
Play
Mississippi Homeowners Decry Noisy Data Center Plant: "I Feel Like I'm Being Tortured"
Affinity Group Publishing Logo Showcase
Discover Affinity Group Publishing
YouTube video thumbnail: New Clues, Including GPS Data, Emerge From Nolan Wells' Death Investigation
Play
New Clues, Including GPS Data, Emerge From Nolan Wells' Death Investigation
YouTube video thumbnail: US Airstrikes hit Iranian Civilian Sites as Tehran Attacks Gulf Neighbours
Play
US Airstrikes hit Iranian Civilian Sites as Tehran Attacks Gulf Neighbours

Video Title

Sign up for:

Mississippi Dispatch

The daily local news briefing you can trust. Every day. Subscribe now.

By signing up, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.

globe

Explore More

Share this page:

Advanced Search Options

Search for:

Search scope:

Type:

Search in:

Date range:

The last

Sort by:

Sign up for:

Mississippi Dispatch

The daily local news briefing you can trust. Every day. Subscribe now.

By signing up, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.