AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoFamily Fun & Local Culture: St. Tammany libraries are pausing weekly Storytime after the week of July 10, with programs returning the week of Aug. 24, and a free July 11 Covington talk will spotlight the life of Thomas Wharton Collins. Saints Countdown: New Orleans is 72 days from kickoff, and today’s jersey No. 72 spotlight traces every player who’s worn the number for the franchise. Travel Costs Watch: GasBuddy reports the lowest premium gas in Caldwell Parish at $4.19/gal (week ending June 27), plus other Louisiana price snapshots for drivers planning summer trips. Essence Fest Tourism: New Orleans is gearing up for Essence crowds, with coverage on how the festival is expected to boost hotel demand and local business. Airport Upgrades: The FAA announced nearly $1.8B in airport infrastructure grants nationwide, a reminder that travel convenience and safety are getting funding attention. Road-Trip Planning: Consumer Reports breaks down when EV rentals can beat gas—depending on charging access, range, and charging time. Outdoor Adventure: A Gulf diving story highlights the Flower Garden Banks sanctuary, where coral reefs and marine life offer a major Louisiana-area escape.
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