AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoWater Safety: MDEQ issued a beach water contact advisory for Biloxi West Central Beach (Trav ia St. east to Iberville Dr.), warning of higher bacteria risk; the Bay St. Louis Beach advisory was lifted after samples hit acceptable levels. Wildlife Safety: MDWFP urged Mississippi residents to be BearWise as black bears roam more in early summer, recommending secured trash/compost, keeping pet food away, cleaning grills and bird feeders, and never approaching or feeding bears. Local Environment & Housing: A federal judge approved appointing a receiver for the Blossom Apartments in South Jackson after residents were forced out over lack of running water, aiming to stabilize the property and manage utilities and sewer obligations. Climate & Policy Backdrop: Environmental advocates packed an EPA hearing opposing proposed rollbacks to coal ash cleanup rules, arguing the changes could raise risks to drinking water. Mississippi Outdoors: Mississippi reported a record 2026 turkey harvest (17,907 birds) and noted the first year of a wild turkey stamp funding conservation.
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