AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMardi Gras Craftsmanship: New Orleans’ Rex parade Boeuf Gras float is getting a major rebuild—its bull’s wooden skeleton replaced with steel, reshaped and coated in weatherproof fiberglass—so the iconic symbol should last “another 100 years.” Truth & Memory: The Orange Shirt Society hosted a community breakfast tied to National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, centering survivor stories and “Every Child Matters.” Faith in Public Life: Bishop Robert E. Barron ordained 18 deacons at St. Peter’s Basilica and met Pope Leo XIV, emphasizing preaching as letting Jesus speak through you. Culture & Community Events: Bailey Park Latin Fest brings salsa, bachata and folklórico to downtown Winston-Salem with free performances and food trucks. Music & Pop Culture: Eminem joins Kid Rock on his Christian album (“Halfway 2 Jesus”), while Taylor Swift debuts shorter, curlier hair in a new post. Tech, Society & Backlash: A new push targets data centers and AI’s societal impact, as critics warn about electricity use and rising costs. Sports Betting Watch: Americans wagered about $166B on sports in 2025, with prediction markets raising fresh legal fights over what counts as gambling.
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