AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoExtreme Heat & July 4 Safety: A dangerous heat dome is pushing Tennessee-area conditions toward life-threatening heat indexes, with cities activating emergency plans as outdoor events face cancellations and shortened schedules. Local Utilities Leadership: Columbia Power & Water Systems CEO Jonathan Hardin has resigned; COO Jack Baxter will step in as interim CEO while major reliability and water-supply projects continue. Memphis Juvenile Care Funds: DCS has seized more than $38M in federal survivor benefits from orphans in state custody since 2019, though the state says future payments will be held in trust as part of a federal initiative. Elections & Political Ads: A new Tennessee Freedom Fund PAC is running $1M+ in ads tying President Trump’s support to Marsha Blackburn’s governor bid, while also attacking rival John Rose. Fireworks Rules: Tennessee extended the 2026 fireworks selling season for the 250th anniversary, but many Memphis-area cities still restrict consumer fireworks without permits. Sports & Community: The Titans plan a way for fans to buy current Nissan Stadium memorabilia before the 2027 move, with proceeds benefiting the Titans Foundation.
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