AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoStorm and Energy: Hurricane Isaias strengthened to Category 3 as Mississippi’s Gulf Coast braced for dangerous surge, flooding and power outages. Mississippi Power mobilized more than 1,000 workers and resources, while Gulf producers shut in about 63% of regional oil output, threatening supply and adding uncertainty for energy markets. Business Growth: Westwin Elements plans a $502 million nickel refinery in Mississippi, while A&W Custom Furniture is expanding its manufacturing facility. The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians also received a grant for a new business park. Tourism: Mississippi welcomed a record 45.5 million visitors in 2025, generating $18.9 billion in economic impact. Community Investment: Mississippi Main Street received a Paul Bruhn Historic Revitalization Grant to support preservation efforts across the state.
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