AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoOffshore Energy Shake-Up: RWE struck a $1.22 billion deal with the U.S. government to exit offshore wind leases off New York, California and Louisiana, citing no near-term path to permits; the company will redirect money into LNG, including a reported 16% stake in a Louisiana LNG project and a pipeline of gas peaker plants. Local Industry & Jobs: Louisiana Shakespeare Company brings “Hamlet” to Baton Rouge with its first onstage sword combat, while Rapides Parish is building a new Career and Technical Education facility at Buckeye High School for HVAC and sheet metal credentials starting in early 2027. Construction & Risk: A judge approved a $106 million settlement ending litigation over the 2019 Hard Rock Hotel collapse in New Orleans, with distribution overseen by a special master. Food Safety: A salmonella outbreak tied to jalapeños grown in Mexico has sickened 345 people across 27 states, prompting recalls and ongoing CDC/FDA investigations. Public Health: Louisiana reports heat-related deaths are down sharply, but officials still urge precautions for older adults and others at higher risk. Economic Development: LED cooperative endeavor agreements climbed to $463.3 million, with FastSites driving most of the recent growth. Governance: Jeff Davis Parish zoning commission backed a rezoning request to expand its sanitary landfill by 176 acres for heavy industrial use.
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