AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoAutoZone Park Funding Fight: The Memphis Restaurant Association is urging City Council to approve $5 million in upgrades to AutoZone Park, calling the stadium a “cornerstone” for downtown hospitality and warning that losing the Memphis Redbirds would hurt restaurants, jobs, and foot traffic. Healthcare & Competition: Cigna’s Express Scripts sued in federal court to block Tennessee’s FAIR Rx Act, arguing the law restricts pharmacy benefit managers from operating pharmacies or dispensing meds, while the state says it’s meant to curb anti-competitive steering and lower costs. AI Data Center Backlash: Nashville residents and zoo supporters are pushing back hard against a proposed DC BLOX AI data center campus next to the Nashville Zoo, citing noise, water, power, and animal-safety concerns as petitions and public hearings grow. Food Safety Recall: Rich Products recalled Farm Rich Pizza Cheese Crunchers in 21 states, including Tennessee, after possible metal contamination was flagged by the FDA. World Cup in Nashville: New Japan captain Ko Itakura said the squad is regrouping after Wataru Endo’s departure ahead of the Netherlands opener, with team meetings planned after arriving in Dallas. Local Business & Community: Studio Tenn’s “One Night Only” gala returns June 27 at Liberty Hall with Norm Lewis headlining, as the nonprofit raises funds to keep Broadway-caliber shows coming to the local stage.
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