AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDefense & Aerospace: Lockheed Martin stock got a big boost after Jim Cramer called it “sensational,” following a quarter marked by sharply higher profits, a record backlog, and major missile-defense contract wins. Higher Ed & Workforce: Arkansas Colleges of Health Education (ACHE) is launching an executive leadership doctor program, with the first class starting Aug. 10. Energy Policy: A new state-commissioned study says additional nuclear reactors in Arkansas are feasible, pointing to several potential areas and arguing nuclear could help meet rising demand as coal plants retire. Health Coverage: Arkansas asked CMS to extend its hybrid Medicaid expansion (ARHOME) through 2028 after the federal government denied a longer renewal. Food Safety: A fresh FDA report adds detail to the Taylor Farms lettuce recall, expanding the list of affected products and retailers. Local Business Growth: Taziki’s opened a Rogers location, investing about $950,000 and adding roughly 22 jobs. Community & Cleanup: Registration is open for the 2026 Great Arkansas Cleanup, running Sept. 12 through Oct. 31. Consumer Watch: GasBuddy reports the lowest E85 price in Lawrence County at $2.74 and premium gas in Little River County at $4.71. Big Money Moment: Powerball climbed to an estimated $905 million for Monday’s drawing after no grand-prize winner.
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