AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoHoliday Travel Forecast: AAA expects 72.2 million Americans to travel for the U.S. 250th anniversary July 4 period, with the biggest road crunch Thursday through Sunday. Gas prices average about $3.78 a gallon, and INRIX says afternoons Thursday–Sunday are the worst times to hit the road. Road Work Alerts (Illinois): IDOT says U.S. 60/62 over the Mississippi River in Alexander County will close daily July 6–10 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for bridge maintenance, with no marked detour—plan alternate routes. Heat & Safety: A heat-dome travel guide urges visitors to adjust itineraries, pace outdoor plans, and prepare for prolonged extreme temperatures. Local Tourism/Attractions: Cairo’s bridge closure and the broader July 4 surge come as Illinois-area travel demand stays high. Air Service Watch: DuBois Regional Airport’s authority recommended Contour Airlines for Essential Air Service, including nonstop flights to Atlanta and Chicago O’Hare—good news for regional flyers planning trips. Northern Lights: Aurora may be visible in parts of the northern U.S. overnight June 29–30, with best odds near the U.S.-Canada border.
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