AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoIndustrial Workforce Training: LIUNA Local 99 in Baton Rouge is running a 40-hour scaffolding certification course to feed Louisiana and Mississippi nuclear/industrial outage work, with another session set for Aug. 31–Sept. 4 in Port Gibson, MS. Energy & Infrastructure: State leaders are also looking at job growth tied to the nuclear and industrial outage sector, while Louisiana continues to push major energy and industrial projects forward. Retail/Logistics Tech: Amazon says Prime Air drone delivery will expand to nearly 500 U.S. cities and towns by year-end, aiming for deliveries in as fast as 30 minutes—intensifying the race with Walmart. Public Health & Regulation: President Trump nominated Dr. Heidi Overton to lead the FDA, setting up a new phase for drug and food policy priorities. Local Governance & Services: New Orleans residents are weighing in on the search for a new CEO for the city’s recreation system, criticizing summer camp registration and other access issues. Construction/Community Development: Rise Community Hospital in Prairieville plans a 10-bed expansion, with local industry support also flowing to school backpack donations. Housing/Real Estate: Knock expanded its bridge-loan product to Texas, designed to help homeowners access equity when buying a next home. Agriculture/Environment: Research highlights global mangrove recovery, including resilience and expansion patterns that matter for coastal protection and climate mitigation.
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