AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoAviation Safety Watch: Six months after the NTSB’s final recommendations following the deadly Reagan National Airport crash, 51 of 52 safety recommendations are still open, with families pressing for faster, clearer action. Road & Logistics: ALDOT is moving ahead with US-280 resurfacing and access changes in Alexander City, including guardrails, drainage upgrades, and lane-configuration work aimed at reducing driver decision points by summer 2027. Workforce & Training: Alabama’s workforce push highlights new skills pipelines, including J.F. Ingram State Technical College expanding training for incarcerated students via an ISTC Workforce Academy. Local Industry Growth: West Alabama Ready Mix cut the ribbon on a new Jasper facility, a major investment that expands concrete capacity in Walker County. Defense & Manufacturing: Huntsville-based Kord/KBR demonstrated FIREFLY, a truck-mounted laser system that can detect, track, and disable drones in seconds. Military Aviation Contract: The U.S. Army selected M1 Support Services for Flight School Next at Fort Rucker, shifting helicopter pilot training to a contractor-operated model using the Robinson R66. Food Safety: Taylor Farms expanded a jalapeño recall tied to salmonella, with updated notices covering more retailers and products. Energy/Tech: Somerville residents say they’ve traced a proposed Bitcoin mining center through corporate records to Texas-linked entities, raising transparency concerns.
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