AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCommencement & Honor: Dr. Calvin Mackie electrified Xavier University of Louisiana pharmacy and graduate students, then received an honorary doctorate for work tied to education and equity. Mississippi Storm Recovery: Lafayette County finally got the green light to start ice-storm debris pickup, with MDOT saying most cleanup should wrap by August after federal review delays. Voter Redistricting: Mississippi’s lieutenant governor created a committee on voter redistricting as the national map fight keeps reshaping elections. Jackson Bribery Case: Prosecutors pressed to move the Jackson bribery trial to Gulfport, arguing document releases and media coverage could taint the jury pool. Opioid Money: Mississippi is set to receive $27M from the opioid settlement. Military Families Welcome: The MAX in Meridian is offering free admission for military families and veterans starting May 16 through Labor Day. Redistricting Fallout Beyond MS: Tennessee Rep. Steve Cohen announced retirement after GOP map changes split his Memphis district.
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