AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoFood Safety: The FDA says a multistate Salmonella outbreak has sickened 98 people in 17 states, with 26 hospitalizations, and points to recalled shell eggs from Midwest Poultry Services as a likely source; the recall covers about 19.1 million eggs (1,589,577 dozen) sold under multiple brands including Kroger and Brookshire, with consumers urged to check cartons and not eat them. Education & Agriculture: Arkansas Agriculture will distribute $3.3 million in USDA Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program funding to 160+ elementary schools starting in October, helping kids get free produce snacks during the school day. Workforce Skills: UA Hope-Texarkana launched a 12-credit Certificate of Proficiency in Artificial Intelligence for students and working professionals, with no prior AI experience required. Local Development: Hot Springs plans to seek bids for demolition and hazardous material abatement at the old St. Joseph’s Regional Health Center, with costs estimated in the millions. Business & Tourism: Hot Springs reports more domestic visitors this summer, even as some downtown shops say sales are flat. Tech & IDs: Apple Wallet digital driver’s licenses appear to be moving toward rollout in Utah and Virginia, following Arkansas’s May 2026 launch.
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