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Some olive oils are pricey and some are cheap. What are the health differences?
Health experts discuss how certain production methods for the less expensive brands of olive oil could be stripping it of its health-related qualities. Here are the differences.
The corruption election: Democrats link Trump’s wealth to voters’ economic pain
Candidates are painting the president and Republican incumbents as enriching themselves while ordinary Americans struggle to make ends meet.
What's it like to run for Congress when the odds are stacked heavily against you?
The majority of congressional races this cycle are rated either solid Democrat or solid Republican. They're the opposite of tossups, where candidates from the minority party face near impossible odds.
African Scientists Expand Research into Neglected Women’s Health Issues
More than 200 million African women live with conditions such as heavy menstrual bleeding, fibroids and endometriosis. Researchers say better funding and support are needed to turn local ideas into practical health solutions By Lenah Bosibori Across Africa, millions of women live with severe menstrual pain, fibroids, endometriosis and pelvic floor disorders without timely diagnosis […]
'Grasping at straws': Judge dismisses Trump suit against Wall Street Journal over Epstein letter
Saying the president was "grasping at straws," a federal judge on Saturday threw out Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal and media mogul Rupert Murdoch over a story reporting on his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Minister says UK apology over historic role in slave trade won’t lead to financial reparations
Ahead of a meeting with Commonwealth leaders, Andy Burnham wrote that Britain needed to ‘acknowledge its complicated history’
What's it like to run for Congress when the odds are stacked heavily against you?
The majority of congressional races this cycle are rated either solid Democrat or solid Republican. They're the opposite of tossups, where candidates from the minority party face near impossible odds.
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New charity uses outdoors to improve mental health
A new charity hopes to use outdoor activities to improve men's mental health on the Isle of Man.
Velocity/Impel | Virtual tour generated by Panotour
Take a 360 degree virtual tour of Pierce's customizable Velocity® & Impel fire truck chassis. Built specifically for each department's needs, these affordable yet fully-featured chassis deliver ideal configurations via standard and optional features.
Opinion | Central Mass. program explores link between food, mental health
Just as the food we eat affects our physical health, it stands to reason that the nutrients and energy we get from food can have an impact on our mental well-being, too.
Avelo Airlines CEO talks hard work, vulnerability and leadership
Avelo Airlines founder and CEO Andrew Levy shares how hard work, vulnerability and personal accountability have shaped his approach to leadership.
Samples for two suspected Ebola cases in Nigeria turn out negative
JOHANNESBURG, Nov 1 () - Health authorities in Nigeria investigating two suspected Ebola cases in the country's northeast region confirmed that the samples tested negative after two rounds of testin...
Israeli President Herzog to begin coalition consultations on Wednesday in hopes to form new gov't
Obamacare enrollment starts Sunday, more Health Headlines
Open enrollment for the state’s health insurance marketplace, Connect for Health Colorado, starts Sunday, Nov. 1.
Here's what fans need to know in the sports world today
Check out some of the top news of the day from the WNBA, CFB and NBA.
Seahawks Issued Trade Deadline Take Amid Jonathan Taylor Speculation
The Seattle Seahawks were one of the teams that got the ball rolling in making big trades ahead of the Nov. 10 deadline as they traded a 2027 third-round draft pick and a 2028 fifth-round draft pick to the Indianapolis Colts for guard Quenton Nelson. Nonetheless, given that the Seahawks are in a competitive division […] The post Seahawks Issued Trade Deadline Take Amid Jonathan Taylor Speculation appeared first on HEAVY.
High street ‘slot farms’ could evade budget tax rise through bingo hall loophole
Hundreds of adult gaming centres in England have bingo licences that still qualify them for discounted business rates
Flathead Business Watercooler
Events happening related to business in the Flathead Valley
Where to go Sunday for Dia de Los Muertos celebrations
Neighborhoods and towns all over the region have been observing Dia de los Muertos for decades as a way to remember the loved ones who are gone.
Fallout 5 Setting Officially Confirmed In New Teaser
Fallout 5 will be more familiar to fans than originally thought.
Health impact of Daylight Saving Time
Dr. Rohan Bhandari, a Cardiologist at St. David's Heart Hospital of Austin, discusses the health impact of Daylight Saving Time and the value of quality sleep.
Winston Ewart: A remarkable journey
When the National Chorale of Jamaica (NCOJ) opens its classical season with Songs of Faith & Freedom today, Winston Ewart will be among those in the audience at the University Chapel in Mona, St Andrew. Rather than standing in the spotlight enthusiastically directing the chorale, the ensemble’s founding member will be taking in the performance from his seat.
2026 Year-End Tax Planning for Healthcare Professionals - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
A practical look at the decisions worth making before December 31 By Marc Egort, CPA After working with healthcare professionals and practice owners for many years, I have come to […]
SFHHA Newsline November 2026: South Florida Healthcare: Building for the Future - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
It is easy to spend our time talking about what is wrong with healthcare. There is no shortage of problems, and there is certainly no shortage of easy sound bites. […]
Strong Rural Communities Depend on the Seeds We Plant Today - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
By Mary C. Mayhew This month, we celebrate National Rural Health Day, an annual occasion since 2011 to bring attention to and honor the work of rural healthcare providers, communities, […]
Privacy and Data Governance in Healthcare: What the Industry Needs To Know - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
By Sabina Kotelnik Personal health information (PHI) is among the most sensitive data an organization can hold. Details about preexisting medical conditions, treatment plans, payment information, and other data points […]
Baptist Health Palliative Medicine Program Helps Cancer Patients, Families at Every Stage of Treatment - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
By Vanessa Orr Siglinda Flores, APRN, Baptist Health South Florida, has always felt that palliative care was her calling. As a person who cares for patients who are being treated […]
Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care Is Changing the Landscape of Medicine with Robotic Cardiac Surgery - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
For decades, heart surgery often meant a large incision, opening the breastbone and a lengthy recovery. Today, robotic-assisted surgery is helping reshape that experience, allowing highly trained surgeons to perform […]
Smart Tools, Real Voices: Why Authenticity Still Wins in Healthcare Marketing - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
By Dorron Marketing Artificial intelligence has arrived in healthcare marketing, and it is not going away. From drafting social posts in seconds to segmenting patient audiences, personalizing email campaigns, and […]
Miami Dade College-School of Health Sciences: Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program to Meet Workforce Needs - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Dr. Ron Winston, Dean of the School of Health Sciences Miami Dade College (MDC), through its renowned School of Health Sciences, has launched a new Florida Department of Education-approved Bachelor […]
Miami Dade College-School of Health Sciences: Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program to Meet Workforce Needs - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Dr. Ron Winston, Dean of the School of Health Sciences Miami Dade College (MDC), through its renowned School of Health Sciences, has launched a new Florida Department of Education-approved Bachelor […]
Bridging Education and Industry: A Shared Responsibility for Healthcare Workforce Readiness in the Digital Age - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
By Cristina Bermudez, DHSc, MBA The healthcare industry continues to experience significant transformation driven by the growing integration of artificial intelligence (AI), health informatics, and emerging digital technologies. Innovations such […]
Holy Cross Health Launches “Flavor for Life” Program to Help Prevent Diabetes Through Food as Medicine - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
By Kristen Schroeder-Brown Holy Cross Health is taking an innovative approach to diabetes prevention by helping participants improve their health one grocery bag at a time. Through its Healthy Living […]
Training the Next Generation of Physicians: Why Quality Matters as Graduate Medical Education Expands - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
By Saima Chaudhry, MD Florida is projected to face a shortage of nearly 18,000 physicians by 2035, highlighting the need to expand the state’s physician workforce. As hospitals and healthcare […]
Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital Adds Hematologist-Oncologist - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Carlos A. Cedeno, M.D., is a board-certified hematologist and oncologist with specialized training in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer and blood disorders. Dr. Cedeno earned his medical degree from […]
Tampa General Hospital and Health Care District of Palm Beach County to Open Lakeside Cancer Center in September 2027 - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Tampa General Hospital (TGH) and the Health Care District of Palm Beach County recently announced the upcoming expansion of cancer care for rural and western Palm Beach County communities. Anticipated […]
Orthopedic Surgeons Join Palm Beach Health Network Physician Group - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Orthopedic surgeons John Randazzo, M.D., and Gary N. Ackerman, M.D., have joined Palm Beach Health Network Physician Group. They are on staff at Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center. Dr. Randazzo […]
HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital Welcomes Neurosurgeon Dr. Ajay Ramnot - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital is pleased to welcome Ajay Ramnot, D.O., a neurosurgeon with HCA Florida Neurosurgical Specialists. Dr. Ramnot specializes in the treatment of complex brain and spine conditions, […]
Podiatrist Juan E. Sardiña, DPM, Joins Palm Beach Health Network Physician Group - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Podiatrist Juan E. Sardiña, DPM, has joined Palm Beach Health Network Physician Group. Dr. Sardiña is on staff at Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center. Dr. Sardiña has been practicing medicine […]
Lee Health Foundation Hires Kayla Reiter - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Lee Health Foundation welcomes Kayla Reiter as marketing communication coordinator. In this role, Reiter supports the Foundation’s marketing and communication strategy by helping tell meaningful stories that connect donors to […]
Sarah Seeherman, DO, Joins Baptist Health Primary Care as a Family Medicine Physician - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Board-certified family medicine physician Sarah Seeherman, D.O., has joined Baptist Health Primary Care. Prior to joining Baptist Health, Dr. Seeherman completed her family medicine residency at the University of Missouri-Kansas […]
UHealth Expands Presence with New UHealth North Miami Location - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Top row (l-r): Dr. Danny Abouekde, Dr. Martin Drost, Dr. Jonathan Pomper Bottom row (l-r) Dr. Leilany Irizarry-Colon, Dr. Jane Cohen The University of Miami Health System is expanding […]
Lee Health Announces Executive Leadership Promotions - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Lee Health is proud to announce several executive leadership promotions that will help guide the health system as it continues to expand access to high-quality care across Southwest Florida. The […]
Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Kevin Schneider Joins HCA Florida Healthcare - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
HCA Florida Westside Hospital and HCA Florida Broward Cardiology announce the addition of Kevin M. Schneider, D.O., an interventional cardiologist, to the physician team. Dr. Schneider is a board-certified in […]
Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital Welcomes Head and Neck Surgeon - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Sara A. Sun, M.D., has joined the medical staff at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon specializing in head and neck cancers and other surgical conditions […]
Sarah Talebagha, MD, Joins Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Vascular surgeon Sarah Talebagha, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute, part of Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care. Before joining Baptist Health, Dr. Talebagha practiced with […]
Nicklaus Children’s Health System Appoints Brynne McNulty Rojas to Board of Directors - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Nicklaus Children’s Health System has appointed entrepreneur and investor Brynne McNulty Rojas to its Board of Directors. McNulty Rojas brings expertise in technology scaling, finance, real estate investment and global […]
Baptist Health Breaks Ground on New Home of Kenneth C. Griffin Neuroscience Institute - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Baptist Health recently broke ground on the new home of Baptist Health Kenneth C. Griffin Neuroscience Institute, part of Baptist Health Brain & Spine Care. During the ceremony, Baptist Health […]
Michael F. Walsh, MD, Joins Baptist Health Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute as Deputy Director and Chief of Prevention - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Baptist Health Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute is pleased to welcome Michael F. Walsh, M.D., a board-certified medical geneticist specializing in hereditary cancer predisposition. Dr. Walsh will serve as deputy director […]
LSUE Open House on Nov. 5 to highlight affordable pathways to local healthcare careers
Explore healthcare career opportunities at LSU Eunice's Nov. 5 Open House. Learn about nursing, respiratory care, surgical technology and other programs offered in Eunice and Lafayette.
Green Bay-area high school sports results for Saturday, Oct. 31
High school soccer and volleyball teams were in action in WIAA postseason.
Mariah Carey defrosts for this year’s ‘It’s time’ Christmas video
“All I Want For Christmas is You” singer Mariah Carey continued her tradition of kicking off the holiday season with a new video that features one of her ’90s deep cuts.
Five Takeaways From Oklahoma State's Heartbreaking Loss to Iowa State
Oklahoma State scored 49 points but fell 51–49 at Iowa State. From special teams mistakes and explosive plays allowed to second-half struggles and costly penalties, here are five takeaways from the Cowboys' heartbreaking loss in Ames.
NFL Announces Discipline for Multiple Players Over Houston Texans Game
The NFL has taken action against multiple players, including Houston Texans cornerback Ja’Marcus Ingram, in its weekly sweep. The post NFL Announces Discipline for Multiple Players Over Houston Texans Game appeared first on HEAVY.
Trump lets Katie Zacharia botch 'SNL' cold open, admires Tom Hanks' butt
"Saturday Night Live" returned just in time for a political fright night.
Trump’s next Iran move? Strikes loom after Netanyahu’s win and US midterms
Analysts expect an escalation in the nine-month war even as political dynamics in both Israel and the US evolve.
CVG Airport's next big business may not involve flying
At Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, some of the more interesting traffic isn't in the sky. Autonomous machines scrub terminal floors. Robots can deliver concessions to passengers. An experimental baggage tractor has been designed to move luggage without a driver. CVG is trying to turn the airport itself into a laboratory and, potentially, some of what it learns into products that can be sold elsewhere.
It's here: 2027 Obamacare enrollment
Millions of Florida residents who purchase their insurance policies on healthcare.gov can begin shopping Sunday for coverage to take effect next year. Twelve companies will offer so-called Obamacare plans on the healthcare.gov marketplace, where subsidies are available to lower the costs of monthly premiums, the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation website shows. Another three are […]
Sabres Reached A Rare Defensive Feat In Win Over Kings
The Sabres have needed to help their goaltenders often in 2026-27. They went above and beyond in their win over the Los Angeles Kings.On Saturday, the Sabres defeated the Kings 3-2 and blocked 30 shots in the process. What’s more impressive? Buffalo came into the game with only 11.9 blocked shots per game. That number […] The post Sabres Reached A Rare Defensive Feat In Win Over Kings appeared first on HEAVY.
Why you shouldn't wait to shop for 2027 health plans
Open enrollment for 2027 brings new identity checks and fewer brokers. Experts urge consumers to shop early.
He’s the Top Snake Catcher, and Business Is Booming. There’s Just One Problem.
Bangkok’s firefighters do more snake catching than firefighting, and Pinyo Pukpinyo trains them. But he refuses to kill the snakes, and he’s running out of containers.
He’s the Top Snake Catcher, and Business Is Booming. There’s Just One Problem.
Bangkok’s firefighters do more snake catching than firefighting, and Pinyo Pukpinyo trains them. But he refuses to kill the snakes, and he’s running out of containers.
People on the move in Indian Country
November’s People on the Move highlights appointments and honors across Native business, finance, health care, education and tribal enterprises.
The hard yards are in front of us, says Blake
nBy GARY FITZGERALD SEB Blake insists Gloucester’s strong start to the season has resulted in even tougher training sessions. The hooker reveals the Cherry and Whites’ coaching staff are ramping up the intensity before games to ensure the positivity and energy around the club continues to rise. And Blake claims there is a determined attitude […] The post The hard yards are in front of us, says Blake appeared first on The Rugby Paper .
Bath find their feet to keep Sale out
AFTER suffering three consecutive defeats, Bath showed much improved form to record a bonus-point victory over a battling Sale before a sold-out Rec. ■By ROGER PANTING Bath .................................... 36pts Tries: Arundell 3, de Glanville 22, Cokanasiga 30, 42; Hennessey 64 Conversions: Russell 3, 22, 42, 64 Penalty: Russell 58 Sale Sharks ..................... 28pts Tries: Jibulu […] The post Bath find their feet to keep Sale out appeared first on The Rugby Paper .
Washington scores late, rallies past Nebraska
Demond Williams Jr.came off the bench in the fourth quarter and threw a 25-yard touchdown pass to Chris Lawson with 1:30 remaining as Washington rallied to beat Nebraska 17-10 in a Big Ten Conference game Saturday night in Lincoln, Neb.
Trump administration's social media posts criticized as racially inflammatory
The Trump administration’s online accounts have circulated images of a pumpkin carved with a sombrero design and a fake Halloween-themed background around a Black man apparently accused of food assistance fraud.
‘SNL’ recap: ‘Obsession’ star Inde Navarrette hosts Halloween episode
‘Obsession’ star Inde Navarrette hosts ‘Saturday Night Live’ for the first time on Halloween, with musical guest Gracie Abrams. Read EW’s recap.
Ashley Walters Reveals Mystery Shooter in ‘Top Boy’ Finale
The answer to the question that has been asked by every fan of the series is here.
‘I Came as Donald Trump’: The President Hosts a Luxury Halloween at Mar-a-Lago
President Trump attended his jungle-themed Halloween party at Mar-a-Lago dressed as a distinctly recognizable figure.
Sanford Health surgeon weighs in on AI in surgery
We’re already seeing artificial intelligence drive cars. But would you trust it to perform your next surgery?
U.S. Department of Education demands changes to Illinois school mental health screening plan
The Department of Education raisse parental consent and privacy concerns over mental health screening plans.
NASA's Swift telescope on the verge of plunging back to Earth
A NASA telescope is barely clinging to space after a failed rescue effort left it tottering and sinking toward Earth. A few pieces that don't burn up in the atmosphere are expected to land in the ocean on or about Friday.
Nicholls Athletics expands partnership with Thibodaux Regional Health System
Nicholls State University’s athletics department announced the expansion of a partnership with Thibodaux Regional Health System in a press conference on Friday. The expansion allows Nicholls athletes—including members of the soccer, tennis, beach volleyball and track programs—access to Thibodaux Regional’s new, National Collegiate Athletic Association-compliant sports complex. The complex allows Nicholls to host competitive and...
Polish president discusses Constitutional Court row with politicians
Polish President Karol Nawrocki held consultations with political representatives on Saturday amid a dispute over the country's Constitutional Court that erupted following moves by the government to c...
8News’ Matt DiNardo serves up support for heart-healthy fundraiser at Tom Leonard’s in Richmond
Heart health was on the menu at Richmond’s Tom Leonard’s Saturday, where 8News chief meteorologist Matt DiNardo brought people together for a fundraiser supporting the American Heart As…
How Daylight Saving Time affects your health
Covered California open enrollment starts Nov. 1
Covered California's open enrollment for 2027 health insurance begins Nov. 1, offering Californians the chance to review and adjust their coverage.
Yakima County health officials report second avian influenza case
YAKIMA, Wash. — The Yakima Health District, working with the Washington State Department of Health, announced a second Yakima County resident tested positive for avian influenza after exposure at a
Breeders’ Cup 2026 Results & Payouts After Sovereignty Win
The Breeders Cup 2026 results are in after Saturday's race. The post Breeders’ Cup 2026 Results & Payouts After Sovereignty Win appeared first on HEAVY.
North Carolina A&T issues statement on Elon homecoming brawl
North Carolina A&T Athletics has released a statement regarding the brawl f ollowing the team’s homecoming victory over Elon. Members of the two football teams got into a physical altercation immediately following the game on North Carolina A&T’s sideline. The full statement from North Carolina A&T’s Department of Athletics is below. “An on-field […] The post North Carolina A&T issues statement on Elon homecoming brawl appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Howard County issues health alert after 33,000-gallon sewage spill in Savage
Howard County issued a precautionary health alert after a 33,000-gallon sewage spill in Savage on Friday.
Ellis Medicine, Hometown Health Centers host Schenectady Fall Family Boo Bash fundraiser
Families in Schenectady got an early start on fall festivities at the Fall Family Boo Bash, an event hosted by Ellis Medicine and Hometown Health Centers.The tw
The New York Times
This ultrasimple bean soup has been on the menu at the U.S. Senate Dining Room and served to senators and their staff for more than 100 years. Even as politics have changed, this soup has remained...
Legislative priorities on healthcare crystallize as New Mexico voters head to polls
Healthcare access and affordability have become a central issue — and a surprising point of consensus — ahead of the Nov. 3 election.
NFL Punishes Two Players Over Minnesota Vikings Game
The NFL announced disciplinary actions against two players over the Minnesota Vikings win against the Indianapolis Colts. The post NFL Punishes Two Players Over Minnesota Vikings Game appeared first on HEAVY.
Georgia Farmers Face Mental Health Crisis as Suicide Rates Increase
Rising costs, debt and isolation are weighing on Georgia farmers. Advocates say stigma around mental health is slowly easing in farm communities.
Sunday Preview – The Khazalite Holds prepare to march out
See what’s available for pre-order next week, including a wealth of Warhammer Age of Sigmar miniatures.
Drinking tea may help protect your heart, but there’s a surprising catch
A massive study of nearly 486,000 adults found that regularly drinking tea was associated with an 11% lower risk of heart and blood vessel diseases. The lowest risk was linked to drinking roughly six to eight cups per day, with black tea showing more consistent benefits than green tea.
Scientists use sound waves to deliver a new attack on deadly brain cancer
Scientists at the University of Virginia have developed a promising new strategy to fight glioblastoma, one of the deadliest and most difficult-to-treat forms of brain cancer. Their experimental approach combines focused ultrasound, tiny nanoparticles, and genetic molecules called microRNAs to attack multiple cancer-driving genes simultaneously.
Business Owners Have a Window. Most Aren't Ready to Use It. by Tully Ryan
I spend my working life on both sides of a business sale. As an M&A advisor based in Wilmington, I help lower middle market owners across North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia sell what they've built. As the founder and CEO of IQExit, I work with the bankers, wealth advisors, CPAs and attorneys who sit beside those owners for years before a sale ever comes up. From both seats, I keep seeing the same thing. The market is ready for our owners. Too many of our owners aren't ready for the market. Start with our own backyard. Wilmington's metro area added more than 12,000 residents between July 2024 and July 2025, a 2.6% jump that ranked seventh in the country. It also posted the highest job growth rate of any metro in North Carolina. I see the same pattern in the growth markets I work in across the Southeast. New residents mean new customers and new workers. They also mean new buyers: people who moved here from corporate jobs and want to own something, private equity groups looking for add-ons in HVAC, electrical, landscaping and other trade services, and younger entrepreneurs who would rather buy a running business than start one from scratch. The ownership numbers are hard to ignore. About half of North Carolina's small businesses have an owner who is 55 or older, and roughly 85% of those owners have no succession plan, according to the North Carolina Employee Ownership Center. Nationally, more than half of Baby Boomer business owners have no documented transition plan. That isn't a crisis yet. It's a timing problem. A lot of businesses will change hands over the next decade, and the prepared ones will get the better buyers and the better terms. Buyers have money and they're using it. But an active market doesn't mean a fast one. The IBBA's latest Market Pulse survey found that Main Street deals took six to 10 months from engagement to close in the second quarter, and lower middle market deals took 11 to 12 months. That clock starts after the owner decides to sell. In my experience, the real preparation has to start years before. Two clocks, two playbooks When I sit down with an owner or their advisor, my first question isn't “What's it worth?” It's “When?” The answer puts the owner in one of two groups. If the owner wants out within 24 months, we're in execution mode. There's no time to rebuild the business. The work is cleaning up what a buyer will test: three years of financials that tie to the tax returns, an add-back schedule you can prove, customer and vendor contracts in writing, a lease that can be assigned, and a price the market will actually pay. The goal is certainty to close. If the exit is two to five years away, the owner has something worth more than time. They have choices. That window is where most value gets built, and most owners waste it by waiting. What kills deals In the lower middle market, deals rarely die over the headline price. They die in diligence, or they get retraded late in the process. I see the same causes again and again. The owner is the business. If every key customer relationship runs through the owner's cell phone, a buyer sees risk and a lender sees more of it. The books don't hold up. Buyers spot weak accounting fast. Statements that get revised mid-process, a revolving door in the bookkeeper's chair, revenue tracked on a side spreadsheet, and margins that slip while sales climb with no clear reason all make a buyer nervous. So does an owner who pushes back when asked for documents. And plenty of private owners run personal expenses through the company. Add-backs are normal. Add-backs you can't document turn into a lower offer. The real estate isn't sorted out. Many owners hold their building in a separate LLC. That's fine, but the lease terms or the property sale should be settled before a buyer shows up, not halfway through diligence. Revenue sits in too few hands. Picture a contractor with 40% of its work coming from one builder, or a service company running on handshake deals. Buyers will still look, but the terms shift toward more seller financing, an earnout, or less cash at closing. Owners and advisors: if your exit is three to five years out • Get a baseline now. Find out where the business really stands today: what a buyer would pay, who that buyer is likely to be, and which gaps would hurt you in diligence. You can't fix what you haven't measured, and the answer is often different from what the owner expects. • Make yourself less necessary. Spend the next few years building a manager or small team that can run daily operations and own customer relationships. Put handshake deals into written contracts. A business that runs without its owner is worth more and is far easier to finance. • Clean the books for three straight years. Buyers and lenders look back at least three years. Separate personal expenses, keep the financials tied to the tax returns, track every add-back as you go, and settle the real estate plan early. A word to CPAs CPAs often see a sale coming before anyone else, and you're usually the most trusted voice an owner has. Year-end meetings are the right time to start this conversation. Here's what I'd ask every CPA to do this season with business owner clients over 55: • Ask the timing question. “Do you see yourself owning this business in five years? If not, who takes it over?” Write down the answer and bring it up again at next year's meeting. • Run a proof of cash and review revenue recognition. Make sure the cash in the bank ties to the revenue on the books. Pay close attention to contractors with work in progress and to companies selling memberships or service plans. These issues are easy to fix with years of lead time and painful to fix a month before closing. • Pair the tax return with an exit readiness review. Invite clients to complete IQExit's Exit Readiness Intelligence (ERI) process as part of year-end planning. It gives you and the client a shared picture of readiness gaps and an indicative value range, and the results come back to you as the advisor. That turns a tax meeting into a planning relationship, and it puts you in position to bring in tax and M&A help early, when choices like purchase price allocation can still save the client real money. Changing the conversation For bankers, wealth advisors and attorneys, the hard part is raising the subject without seeming to nudge a client toward the door. I understand that. Nobody wants to tell a 60-year-old owner it's time to sell. So don't. Ask a different question: “If a buyer called tomorrow, what would they find?” That's a planning question, not a pitch, and it's useful whether the exit is two years out or 15. It's the question we built IQExit to help advisors answer. Whether you're in Wilmington, Raleigh, Charleston, Richmond or anywhere else, owners have a real opening right now. The buyers are out there and so is the capital. The owners who come out ahead will be the ones who start getting ready before they're ready to sell.
The Best Time to Fix Your Business Is When Things Are Going Well by Nathan Tayloe
There's a pattern I've noticed working with growing businesses over the years. Conversations about what needs to change rarely happen when things are going well. They tend to happen when growth slows, a competitor starts winning business, or something that used to work stops producing the same results. By then, the decisions are often harder, more expensive, and more urgent than they needed to be. It's understandable. When revenue is growing, customers are coming in, and employees are busy, there's little incentive to question what's working. Leaders have plenty to manage without creating new challenges for themselves. Running my own business has taught me that it's easy to get caught up in what's happening today and put off improvements you know will matter tomorrow. Those periods of success may actually be the best opportunity a business has to make meaningful improvements. When Success Makes Change Less Urgent Most businesses have things they know could be better. The challenge is finding a compelling reason to address them when everything appears to be working. Maybe the company has outgrown its original positioning. Perhaps internal processes haven't kept pace with growth, or the customer experience has become inconsistent as the organization has expanded. These issues don't necessarily prevent a business from growing. Strong demand can make them easier to overlook, especially when teams are focused on keeping up with the work already coming in. Over time, small inefficiencies become accepted ways of operating. Outdated processes remain in place because they've always worked well enough, and opportunities to improve get pushed aside in favor of more immediate demands. The business continues moving forward, but some of the things supporting that growth aren't getting stronger along with it. The Advantage of Acting Early When a business is performing well, leadership has something valuable: options. There's more flexibility to invest, experiment, develop people, and make thoughtful decisions without the pressure of an immediate problem that needs solving. Compare that with trying to make the same changes when revenue is declining, or the market has shifted. Investments become harder to justify, timelines get compressed, and decisions that could have been made strategically become urgent responses to circumstances. I've seen businesses postpone improvements for years because there was never a particularly good time to address them. Eventually, circumstances decide for them, often when they have fewer resources and less flexibility to respond. Growth Changes What a Business Needs This is especially relevant in a growing market like Wilmington, where new businesses, new residents, and continued investment are creating opportunities across the region. As organizations grow, the expectations placed on them change. Customers expect greater consistency, employees need clearer processes and opportunities, and leadership has to make decisions that support a larger, more complex business. What worked when a company was smaller may still work today, but that doesn't necessarily mean it will support where the organization wants to go next. Sometimes the most valuable improvements are the ones that prepare a business for demands it hasn't experienced yet. That might mean: Strengthening internal processes before they become bottlenecks Developing leaders before the organization depends on them Improving the customer experience before inconsistencies affect retention Revisiting positioning before the market outgrows the company's story None of these changes requires a crisis. They require recognizing that a growing business needs to keep evolving, even when current performance gives leadership little reason to worry. Use the Good Years Wisely Successful businesses don't need to constantly reinvent themselves. There's value in knowing what works and having the discipline to build on it. There's also value in occasionally asking whether the business is as strong as its current performance suggests. Are there problems we've learned to work around instead of solving? Are we still operating the way we did several years ago, even though the business has changed? What would we improve today if we weren't waiting for something to go wrong? Success creates the freedom to ask those questions and act on the answers. The businesses that make the most of that opportunity are often better prepared for whatever comes next. The strongest businesses don't need a crisis to recognize an opportunity to improve. They use the good years to prepare for the years ahead. — Learn more about how we help organizations strengthen their positioning, align their strategy, and prepare for what's next at tayloegray.com, or reach out directly at nathan@tayloegray.com.
Sanford Health surgeon weighs in on AI in surgery
We’re already seeing artificial intelligence drive cars. But would you trust it to perform your next surgery?
Casa Grande shooting leaves 1 dead, 1 injured after fight outside businesses
A 49-year-old man died and another was injured following a three-man altercation along East Florence Boulevard in Casa Grande. A 40-year-old suspect is in custody.
Celtics injury report against Magic lists one key player
Mitchell Robinson, who has started at center for the Celtics so far this season, could miss Sunday’s game against the Orlando Magic.
Kona Community Hospital earns accreditation from country’s largest healthcare accreditor
The hospital was recognized for meeting established standards and delivering safe, high-quality care to patients.