AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoAutonomous trucking in Arkansas: PepsiCo and Gatik announced a multi-year deal deploying fully driverless Class 8 trucks on a fixed corridor linking distribution hubs across Texas, Arizona and Arkansas, moving automation from testing to revenue routes. Retail media boom: A new report highlights how retailers are increasingly making big money from advertising—using shopper data to sell brands on influence, not just products. Broadband workforce pressure: States getting final BEAD approvals face a crunch in broadband workers as training funds and planning shift, with competition from data centers adding strain. Local aviation pipeline: Bryant launched a BYA Flight Academy at the Saline County Airport, teaching students aeronautics, maintenance and career paths through an eight-week program. Health care recognition: Saline Health System honored a long-time employee with its 2025 Mercy Award for compassion-driven service. Food insecurity focus: SAU’s Kathy Gean brought Arkansas hunger work to a national conference, spotlighting campus food insecurity and garden-to-market solutions. State grant program: Arkansas opens applications July 1 for a $10 million Community Assistance Grant Program, offering up to $1.5 million per project with a 20% match. Arkansas business & community: Fayetteville released its first public marketing and sales plan to boost tourism while supporting local hotels, restaurants and small businesses.
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