AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoHurricane Readiness: Tropical Storm Bertha made landfall in southeast Louisiana with up to 3 feet of storm surge and 60 mph winds, with officials warning about coastal flooding and urging residents to review insurance and secure property. Local Energy & Infrastructure: SWEPCO’s Hallsville power plant project hit a major milestone as massive generation equipment arrived on site, signaling progress on a new 450-megawatt facility. Politics & Campaign Cash: Louisiana’s congressional races are heating up—Sen. Rick Edmonds is the only major declared candidate in the new 6th District so far, while Jamie Davis touts $1.6 million raised and Julia Letlow maintains a big fundraising edge. Business Growth: Walk-On’s opened a new Carencro location, expanding its Acadiana footprint. Community & Safety: FEMA approved more than $76.3 million in disaster funding for projects across Louisiana and neighboring states. Sports Business: UL is set to begin a national search for athletic director after Bryan Maggard’s departure to Missouri. Consumer Watch: Louisiana’s sports betting rose 25% in June, reaching $306.1 million. Local Governance: Bossier City ended its investigation into a $280,000 parking lot project and launched a public spending portal.
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