AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoData Centers & Local Policy: Pulaski County Judge Barry Hyde vetoed an ordinance that would have set permitting rules for “high-intensity digital infrastructure,” a move tied to AVAIO’s proposed $6 billion data center in south Pulaski County; Quorum Court members say they’ll seek an override. Real Estate & Construction: In the Little Rock metro, deeds and permits show steady momentum, including Arnett Construction’s $7.08M land transfer to ADP Little Rock Data Hub, LLC for an AVAIO data center project, plus a $800,000 Reprise Design permit at 17401 Chenal Pkwy. Agriculture Under Pressure: Drought is worsening across the Mid-South as harvest ramps up, with farmers reporting lower yields and rising uncertainty. Food & Farming Economy: Arkansas rice mills donated 201,500 pounds of rice to the Arkansas Foodbank, aiming to support families during Hunger Action Month. Hospitality & Tourism: The Arkansas Hospitality Association will honor industry leaders at the Oct. 15 Stars of the Industry Awards Gala at Saracen Event Center. Workforce & Training: SAU’s Fish and Wildlife Club welcomed new biology faculty with a black-light bug survey, highlighting hands-on learning tied to Arkansas’s farm and ecology interests.
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