AGP Executive Report
Last update: 22 minutes agoNursing Home Watch (Hattiesburg): CMS says Q1 2026 ownership of for-profit Merit Health Wesley in Hattiesburg was held by QHG of Forrest County and QHG of Hattiesburg, with a top overall CMS rating of 5 (above Mississippi’s 2.7 average), no Q1 fines, and an average daily census of 19.3 residents in 25 beds. Outdoor & Community (Yazoo Refuge): The Yazoo National Wildlife Refuge’s butterfly garden marked 20 years, with guided tours highlighting nectar and host plants for Mississippi species like monarchs and tiger swallowtails. Pride & Inclusion (Gulfport): Pride 2026 brought families, allies, vendors, and LGBTQ+ groups together at Jones Park in Gulfport for a day focused on diversity, education, acceptance, and community. Local Leadership (Natchez): Downtown Natchez Alliance named Chesney Doyle executive director, effective June 1, to lead revitalization work with the city and partners. Beach Culture (Mississippi Coast): A Mississippi Gulf beach made VIP Grinders’ “best nude beaches” list, based on reviews, weather, and online interest. Arts & Learning (Starkville): Starkville Town and Country Garden Club kicked off National Garden Week with a mayoral proclamation and a community display on gardening’s benefits. River History (Arkansas): Lakeport Plantation Museum will host a Mississippi River symposium this fall, “The Mississippi in American Memory,” tied to America 250.
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