AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHospitality Hiring: New Orleans & Company is hosting a free Hospitality & Tourism Job Fest Aug. 13 (9 a.m.–2 p.m.) at the Joy Theater, connecting job seekers with major employers like Brennan’s, Hilton New Orleans Riverside, Hyatt Regency, the National WWII Museum, and more. Local Travel & Safety: Louisiana State Police Troop A is investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash Aug. 3 on LA 67 (Plank Road) in East Baton Rouge Parish that killed 33-year-old Dakota Havard; routine toxicology is planned. Tourism Tech & Retail: Walmart is expanding drone delivery via Wing in Florida, with future coverage that includes New Orleans—good news for visitors and locals who want faster restocks. Consumer Watchdog: Louisiana AG Liz Murrill says Walmart will pay $2.1M and change its Spark Driver platform after allegations of misleading earnings claims to delivery drivers. Outdoor Getaway: Valentine Lake in Kisatchie National Forest is highlighted as a quieter Louisiana lake spot for fishing and paddling, with motorized boats not allowed. Coastal Restoration: Louisiana and federal officials are finalizing a multi-million-dollar Raccoon Island restoration plan to protect bird habitat and help defend coastal homes from storm surge.
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