AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCommunity Banking: Southern Bancorp is rebranding as Uplift Bank after acquiring Legacy Bank, aiming to better reflect its mission to expand access to capital across Arkansas, Missouri, Mississippi, Texas and Oklahoma. Workforce & Education: Hinds Community College hired Lauren Morrow as its women’s basketball coach, adding 15 signees as she builds the program. Small Business Relief: The SBA opened low-interest disaster loans for Louisiana businesses and residents hit by Tropical Storm Arthur, with Mississippi’s Hancock and Pearl River counties eligible for Economic Injury Disaster Loans. Local Economy & Retail: Mazzio’s locations in Mississippi and Louisiana are expected to close permanently, leaving employees and customers concerned about what comes next. Manufacturing Growth: MC Machinery Systems and Cimarron Industrial Sales expanded fabrication support across Texas and the region, including Mississippi. Agriculture: Mississippi is participating in Mississippi Farmers Market Week July 5-11, highlighting more than 70 markets statewide. Public Safety & Infrastructure: Entergy contractors’ tree-debris cleanup dispute in Clinton, with residents saying debris has lingered for months. Higher Ed Programs: Rust College announced a new four-year Bachelor of Arts in Religion.
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