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Akron Art Museum unveils $12.5M renovation aimed at doubling attendance
Backed by a capital campaign and $2M in state funds, the Akron Art Museum's $12M expansion opens Sept. 23 with new galleries, a black box and expanded education space.
Vivent Health unveils $1.6M renovation, expanding integrated care in Green Bay
Vivent Health held its grand opening Wednesday morning at 417 S. Monroe Avenue.
Powell did not break the law with expensive Fed renovations that incensed Trump, report finds
An inspector general review of the Federal Reserve’s headquarters renovation found no sign that then-Chair Jerome Powell broke the law or committed misconduct in his management of the costly project, even as it sharply criticized him and the bank’s board for allowing the price tag to balloon beyond $2 billion.
Winnebago health system breaks ground on 90,000-sq-ft expansion
WCHS states that the new additions will include 90,000 square feet of new additions and renovations.
Union Grove High School renovations near completion, bringing new science spaces, media room
Union Grove High School renovations are nearing completion, adding new science classrooms, a media room, secure entrances, and other improvements.
Franciscan Health, Tonn and Blank planning Michigan City medical office building at former Marquette Mall
Press release, Franciscan Health: Project supports healthcare ministry’s regional approach to healthcare MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – Franciscan Health, in partnership with Tonn and Blank Construction, is planning a medical office building on a portion of the former Marquette Mall property. Franciscan Health plans to operate a 120,000-square-foot medical office building through the renovation of the former J.C. Penney store at the northwest corner of U.S. 421 and U.S. 20. The land is just 2.5 miles north of Franciscan Health Michigan City, which sits at U.S. 421 and Interstate 94. The building will house more than 45 physicians, cost-effective imaging, an
Trump Says Renovations on Disputed DC Golf Course Will Begin Immediately
A federal judge has ordered tree cutting halted at the city course as she considers a lawsuit over the legality of the administration’s plans.
The U.S. Open turned exclusivity into a half-billion-dollar business, and the $23 Honey Deuce is just the beginning
The tournament pulls in more than $500 million a year by selling prestige as much as tennis—from $800 million in luxury renovations to a cocktail that moved 738,459 units.
Kennedy Center board votes to close for renovations immediately
Board members argued the center’s dire financial situation required the closure. The center has seen plummeting ticket sales and cancelled performances since President Trump took control of it.
South Carolina NCAA violations include sports betting by track student manager
South Carolina self reported two Level III violations, one included betting done by a track and field student manager.
Woodridge unveils new science wing
The Woodridge High School science wing recently underwent a total renovation prior to the start of this school year. New fume hoods were installed in the walls between two classrooms in the recently renovated Woodridge High School science wing. Photos: Eric Poston CUYAHOGA FALLS — Students at Woodridge High School will be welcomed back this
Chip and Joanna Gaines Finally Sell Their Famous $2.7 Million Historic Waco Castle—Fully Furnished
The yearslong renovation and design project, which was featured on "Fixer Upper: The Castle," is ready for new residents.
Jones Hall celebrates 60 years, renovation completion
Houston First and city leaders celebrated the 60th anniversary and completion of a $67 million renovation of Jones Hall for Performing Arts on Oct. 5.
Ivory Star Productions’ John Bentham brings boutique shows and brunch fun to the Rio
"Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding" and "Faaabulous! The Ultimate Drag Brunch Show" have been satisfying audiences for months, but renovations have created two separate showrooms for more immersive entertainment experiences.
Belmont Park back in business with first races after $550M renovation
They're off and running at the new Belmont Park.
Dartmouth Health Children's receives record donation
Dartmouth Health Children's is celebrating a record donation that will pave the way for major renovations.
Story Branch Library reopens as Fulmer construction timeline shifts
The Sheridan County Public Library System wrapped up renovations at Story Branch Library while moving into the third phase of construction at the Fulmer Branch Library in Sheridan.
DC golf course at center of fight over tree clearing to start renovations next month, Trump says
President Donald Trump said restoration work on the East Potomac Park golf course will begin Nov. 15, despite a federal judge’s order to pause tree clearing.
Judge blocks Kennedy Center board from putting Trump’s name on the building or grounds in any way
WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge blocked the Kennedy Center on Tuesday from returning President Donald Trump ’s name to the iconic performing arts venue in a move meant to recognize his renovation efforts, saying it would violate an earlier ruling that his name was illegally added to the building. Judge Christopher Cooper ruled that, […]
The AFC road to L.A. may go through Duval
As the stadium in Jacksonville undergoes renovations, the Jaguars will play only six games there in 2026.
See Massasoit celebrate first renovation of academic building in decades
Massasoit Community College opened a renovated science building and broke ground on a new health science facility.
Trump doubles down on golf course renovation plan as legal battle continues
President Donald Trump early Monday doubled down on his plan to close and renovate a Washington, DC, golf course, saying construction would begin “IMMEDIATELY” despite a judge’s order to provide three days’ notice ahead of any construction.
Apple Stores Said to Lose Video Walls, Regain Dedicated Genius Bars
Apple is working on a sweeping retail overhaul that would bring back dedicated Genius Bars to its stores, carve out new spaces for order pickup and Today at Apple classes, and do away with oversized video walls, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In this week's "Power On" newsletter, Gurman said that Apple intends to speed up store renovations over the coming years.
CBID again ready to help push Cisterna Park expansion plan
Members of the Central Business Improvement District (CBID) are again considering a push to support renovation and development of the Cisterna Park area in downtown Fort Smith. They want the...
Baton Rouge airport to get $7.9 million renovation, plus more permits
Here is a list of commercial and residential building permits issued by East Baton Rouge Parish Government from Sept. 14-18.
Trump-appointed Kennedy Center board to vote on closing building for renovations
Scheduled vote on closure comes after board quietly shelved a vote to restore Trump’s name to building’s facade
University of Iowa breaks ground on renovation, expansion of Pappajohn Business Building
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Trump’s handpicked Kennedy Center board votes to close venue for renovations
The board made the move after finding the center is “unsafe” and “hazardous”
Kettering Health begins $15 million renovation at Greene Memorial Hospital
Kettering Health has previously told News Center 7 this $25 million health center will provide primary care, on-demand walk-in care, lab services, and imaging.
Smith Entertainment Group shares vision for reimagined Salt Lake City downtown
Smith Entertainment Group has unveiled the plans for a 4-block, 35-acre development that’s linked to the renovation of Delta Center and will reshape Salt Lake City’s downtown.
From reopened favorites to new outlet mall stops: Check out 5 San Marcos business updates
New businesses and renovations are coming to San Marcos soon.
Kennedy Center Honors to be held off-site for the first time in the ceremony’s history
The center announced that the celebration will be held at Capital One Arena in downtown Washington, D.C., due to the closure of the main building for planned renovations.
Fayetteville apartments reopen after renovation
Wilson Park Apartments recently reopened as The Wilson Parkview Condos after a renovation. Fayetteville-based CJC Development redeveloped the two-story, 20-unit property at 15 W. Prospect St., overlooking Wilson Park in...
As War Grinds On, Trump Relishes Renovation Projects
President Trump is basking in the momentum of the various projects he has spurred around downtown Washington.
Why Michigan startups are finding success
Nick Joe Kelley, owner and founder of Elite Paint Home Renovations, at a customer’s home in New Baltimore, Aug. 25, 2026.
Renovated McKeesport public health office to consolidate various services
Allegheny County officials marked the completion of renovations at the Allegheny County Health Department office located at 339 Fifth Avenue in McKeesport.
Trail Blazers' Arena Situation Receives Concerning Update After Key Deadline
Labor Day passed without tangible progress on Moda Center renovations, leaving a $573 million deal in limbo as the clock ticks toward a critical December lease deadline.
Fed watchdog finds no crimes in $2.4B building renovation, only mismanagement
The renovation became a high-profile flashpoint in the Trump administration's efforts to pressure the Fed into cutting its key interest rate
General Mills brands undergo innovation and renovation
Market share improves for North American Retail business.
Emery Theater earns awards for historic preservation
The Emery Theater earned five awards after its recent renovations, which transformed the landmark into a permanent home for The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati.
Thomas A. Martin Youth Sports Complex undergoing renovations in hopes of bringing more tournaments to Lubbock
These renovations, which hope to wrap up in March 2027, look to bring more people to south Lubbock for baseball and softball events.
‘Massive’ renovations coming to Ball Arena
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment announced a $135 million renovation set to be complete in three years.
Here’s what’s new in College Park’s business scene
From Peter Chang Kitchen & Bar’s closure to renovations in the Lidl grocery store, a lot has changed in College Park’s business scene this summer.
Ryan Smith launches survey in search for 'strong local vibe' at SLC entertainment district
With two-thirds of the Delta Center's renovation now complete, the owner of the Utah Jazz and Mammoth is now shifting his attention to a planned district east of it.
Flooding forced traumatic moves to Oʻahu for longterm patients, but health, spirits improve with return to Maui
Some residents of Hale Makamae, the only intermediate care facility for adults with developmental disabilities, are now back at Maui Memorial Medical Center as they await the $65 million renovation and reopening of their longterm facility at Kula Hospital.
Fed watchdog finds no crimes in $2.4B building renovation, only mismanagement
The renovation became a high-profile flashpoint in the Trump administration's efforts to pressure the Fed into cutting its key interest rate
The Wizards are considering a rebrand after fan feedback
The Washington Wizards are about to begin a new era led by forward AJ Dybantsa, Trae Young and Anthony Davis. Capital One Arena, their home venue, is also nearly done with a major renovation. And fans want a rebrand of the franchise. When teams are not particularly great on the court, field, ice, etc., I […]
Blazers’ Dundon meets with local legislators, business leaders as arena renovation talks ramp up
Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon met with legislative leaders and key members of Portland’s business community on Monday ahead of the team’s exhibition game against the London Lions.
Seattle Art Museum renovations: Peek inside at construction
An $8.1 million project is underway at Seattle’s flagship art museum, adding more public spaces to gather, work and dine at the museum. Take a peek!
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry to break ground on South Portico renovation
Trump says he will close historic D.C. golf course for 15 months of renovations
A judge last week, however, ordered a halt to his redevelopment plans until at least Oct. 26 after scolding the government for starting a large-scale tree removal at the course over a holiday weekend while providing little notice to the court or the plaintiffs trying to stop the makeover.
KC’s midtown Costco has a closing date for its business center conversion. See when
A sign in the Linwood Boulevard store announces when the Costco store will close for renovations before an expected reopening next year.
Nolichuckey Bluffs celebrates 31 years, recent renovations
The Greene County Partnership recently held a ribbon cutting to celebrate Nolichuckey Bluffs Bed & Breakfast Cabins’ 31st year in business, along with a wide range of new renovations across
Avondale health center is getting a major upgrade
The renovation will bring medical, pharmacy and dental services under one roof.
Page County Health Department unveils renovations at open house
The Page County Health Department hosted an open house on Wednesday following recent building renovations.
Riverfront hotel closes for renovations just before Louder Than Life, Bourbon & Beyond
Sheraton Louisville Riverside Hotel closes ahead of Louder Than Life and Bourbon & Beyond festivals, forcing tens of thousands of attendees to seek alternative accommodations.
RAMSA’s Chicago Museum of Science & Industry renovation plans move forward
On September 10, Chicago’s Landmark Commission approved renovation plans by Robert A. M. Stern Architects for the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry.
Family of late Iowa State sports editor fundraises for scholarship, studio renovation
Christian was killed in a wrong-way car accident on Highway 30. He was just 26 years old.
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment plans $135M Ball Arena renovation
Plans include an expansion of the East Atrium; widening of ingress, egress and concourses; point-of-sale tech upgrades; and additional premium space.
Study upends claim that affordable housing depresses NH property values
Data from a NH Housing report focused entirely on New Hampshire dispels the notion that affordable housing development in a community depresses the property values of nearby residences
The final verdict is in for the Fed's troubled renovation and Jerome Powell
The Federal Reserve's inspector general released its findings from an investigation into the cost overruns in a Fed renovation project, finding no administrative misconduct.
Theatre Cedar Rapids prepares to “break a leg” with makeover
After a year of construction and renovations, Theatre Cedar Rapids’ will unveil some of the first improvements in its $9.5 million “Dream Here, Do Here” capital campaign in November.
Munising business receives $25K grant, and a visit from Lt. Gov. Gilchrist
Upper Peninsula Inspired in Munising received a visit from Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II, as well as a $25,000 reimbursement grant that funded renovations, and the creation of an outdoor courtyard, with seating and a food truck.
Frisco sustainable business relaunches, Breckenridge hotel debuts renovations and more
Minimal Impact reopens under new ownership in Frisco Scents of soaps, lotions and household cleaners fill Minimal Impact’s tiny Frisco storefront, where shelves newly packed with sustainable goods fill the shop following its reopening this...
NY state grant helps Waverly business Soprano's Market get facelift
A $4.5 million NY Forward award helped fund a more than $700,000 renovation project at Soprano's Market in Waverly.
Performing Arts Center Pointing to 2027 Opening as Local Entertainment, Business, and Educational Partner
This reporter recently met with Front Royal Performing Arts Center (FRPAC) Board of Directors President Shae Parker and Vice-President Kate Gorecki to get an overview, including photos seen below, of the renovation status of the planned, multi-faceted Performing Arts Center on the 100 block of East Main Street at its intersection with Church Street. With
Museum of Science and Industry Begins South Portico Renovation as North Entrance Plans Draw Scrutiny
The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry (MSI) on October 13 broke ground on a $22 million renovation to reopen its historic south entrance. The project is part of a broader effort to expand access to the Jackson Park landmark, even as preservation advocates criticize a separate proposal for a massive new north entrance. The...
Kettering Health starts renovations on Xenia’s Greene Memorial Hospital
With Kettering Health Greene Memorial Hospital once facing the possibility of closing, Kettering Health has kicked off renovations of the hospital to make $15 million worth of improvements to the property.
University of Nebraska Sold $21K Worth of Used Urinals From Memorial Stadium
University of Nebraska fans are famously diehard — so much so that seven Cornhusker fanatics are now the proud owners of used urinal troughs from Memorial Stadium. The stadium is set to undergo a full renovation following the 2026 football season, and some of its fixtures are up for grabs. The university has already brought […]
Trump board shuts Kennedy Center after renaming block
The president threatened to block the renovation unless his name was restored to the building
Crews begin clearing 169 trees at DC golf course Trump plans to convert to championship course
The East Potomac Golf Course is home to one of several Trump administration renovation projects wrapped up in litigation brought by preservationists.
Reflecting Pool saga continues with another contractor hired to clean the algae
The Trump administration has hired yet another new company to help clean and maintain the Lincoln Reflecting Pool — adding to a months-long saga around the renovation project.
Kroenke Sports and Entertainment announces Ball Arena renovations
Kroenke Sports and Entertainment announced a $135 million renovation of Ball Arena.
Exclusive: Donors fear the worst for Kennedy Center’s art amid renovations uncertainty
At the height of legal and political tumult at the Kennedy Center last summer, board members discussed moving the iconic eight-foot, 3,000-pound bronze bust of President John F. Kennedy from the Grand Foyer while the main building closed for renovations.
Denver Museum of Nature & Science completes renovation of Sturm Family Wing
The Denver Museum of Nature & Science has reopened the renovated Sturm Family Wing featuring restored historic elements and modern enhancements.
Bham firms trade Hoover apartments for $7M
A Birmingham-based firm flipped a Hoover apartment property after nine months of new management and renovations.
Dominican immigrant builds NC construction business from the ground up
Ada Esther Gil Jimenez, an immigrant from the Dominican Republic and owner of AEGJ Construction, is currently completing a multi-phase renovation project at Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Koch and the Chase Koch Foundation donate $1 million to The Pinnacle
The $1 million donation will go toward completing renovations to the state-of-the-art facility, offering local first responders comprehensive health and wellness services.
Kroenke Sports and Entertainment announces Ball Arena renovations
Kroenke Sports and Entertainment announced a $135 million renovation of Ball Arena.
Business Beat Century Bank and Trust Completes phase one of renovation
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Century Bank and Trust has completed Phase One of its Coldwater Main Office renovation ...
Boise to hold celebration and ribbon cutting for McDevitt Youth Sports Complex
New Features at Charles F. McDevitt Youth Sports Complex. Photo: Courtesy Boise Parks and Recreation Visitors to Boise’s Charles F. McDevitt Youth Sports Complex (5101 N. Eagle Rd.) will find a number of new amenities now open to the public as city leaders celebrate the completion of a renovation project that began back in 2025. […]
Organ concert series continues Oct. 14
As Central Lutheran Church, 259 West Wabasha Street, in Winona prepares for the renovation of their Hendrickson pipe organ, they are hosting a series of recitals featuring area organists. All
$3M hotel renovation complete in Lakewood Ranch
Hyatt Place underwent a multimillion-dollar update.
How $150M Cox Science Center renovation may inspire our next workforce
The Cox Science Center in West Palm Beach is determined to grow from a community landmark into one of the nation's top museums. Here's how.
Historic Lakewood home featured on TV undergoes massive renovation from owners
Lake Cliff, a Gilded Age home in Lakewood, was purchased in 2024 by its current owners who have started what could be a 15-year renovation process.
City Hall Construction Is Squeezing Old Town Businesses. Alexandria Is Looking for Ways to Help.
Businesses beside Alexandria City Hall say the years-long renovation is cutting foot traffic and parking. The City is now considering parking help, promotion and other relief.
$22M renovation begins at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry’s historic entrance
Chicago Construction News staff writer Construction has begun on a $22-million project to renovate the historic South Portico entrance at Chicago’s Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, adding accessible entryways […]
Berlin Philharmonic planning to vacate Philharmonie for renovation from 2032-40
Kirill Petrenko and the Berlin Philharmonic face a big challenge. Renovations planned for their home, the Philharmonie, likely will displace the orchestra from 2032 to 2040. Petrenko, the chief conductor,
Jackson museum to hold ribbon cutting
JACKSON — The Jackson Historical Society will hold a ribbon cutting Saturday at 10 a.m. for its Town Hall relocation, renovation and restoration project, with an open house from 10
Baptist Health Baptist Hospital Completes Phase 1 of Lake Pavilion Renovation
(l-r) Dr. Larry Spiegelman, Medical Director of Women’s Health Care; Rachel Evers, AVP of Nursing, Baptist Hospital; Cassandra Pitter, Director of Nursing Services Baptist Health celebrated the completion of the first phase of a $120 million transformation of Baptist Health Baptist Hospital’s Lake Pavilion, a multi-phase renovation project designed to enhance the experience of care […]
Gov. Whitmer signs off on funding for NMU College of Business
An NMU Spokesperson says the College of Business will be built as an addition to Hedgcock, featuring 24,000 sq. feet in the addition as well as 15,000 sq. feet of renovation within Hedgcock.
Greenland research institutions halt new US collaborations citing mistrust
Although US President Donald Trump still harbours ambitions to take over Greenland, for US researchers his actions seem to have had the opposite effect. Over the summer, Greenland’s two largest research institutions, the Greenland Institute of Natural Resources and the University of Greenland, both announced policies of not starting new research projects with US researchers.Both institutions cite a mistrust of the US as a motivation for the decision. At the University of Greenland, the change of policy has already led to the rejection of specific proposals for new collaborations, rector Mari Kleist told Science|Business. “The reason is the changed political situation between the US and Kalaallit Nunaat [Greenland], and the uncertainty that the American interest in Kalaallit Nunaat has created,” she said.For the Greenland Institute of Natural Resources, a partially state-funded environmental research institution, the decision was also prompted by a lack of trust in US intentions. In a July interview with local broadcaster KNR, director Josephine Nymand cited concerns about data ownership, US “influence operatives” and social media monitoring of researchers entering the US.The Greenland Institute of Natural Resources has long collaborated with the US National Science Foundation (NSF). The policy change will not affect these existing partnerships but will apply to collaborations with new, “unknown” partners, Nymand said. At the University of Greenland, the policy is the same.The changes come amid proposals of severe cuts to the NSF, which would likely also see the US research presence in Greenland reduced. In spite of this, when asked about the Greenlandic policy change, the NSF remained optimistic of its continued presence in Greenland.“We are grateful to our partners in Greenland for their collaboration in advancing scientific knowledge and training the next generation of researchers. NSF remains committed to the long-term collaborations with Greenland that enable scientific research near communities and on Greenland’s ice sheet,” an NSF spokesperson told Science|Business.Fewer US researchers in GreenlandMost research published on Greenland is on natural science topics such as the cryosphere, ice dynamics, permafrost and climate change. In recent years, US researchers have been the most prolific publishers on Greenland.The US research presence in Greenland goes far beyond the capital of Nuuk, where the two research institutions are located. It includes the Pituffik Space Base in northwest Greenland, various projects in settlements and research stations along the coast, as well as research stations on the Greenland ice sheet itself.The largest of these sites, Summit Station, is located at the highest point of the Greenland ice sheet, about 3,200 metres above sea level, and since the 1980s it has been used for drilling cores out of the ice sheet. These ice cores provide valuable information on the global climate going back at least 100,000 years. About 30 kilometres from Summit Station, the Danish-led Greenland Ice-core Project (Grip), funded by the European Research Council, is also drilling ice cores. Although they initially competed, the relationship between the two research teams has “long been amiable,” Jørgen Peder Steffensen, a Danish researcher who has been part of Grip for more than 40 years, told Science|Business.However, since Trump took office in early 2025, Steffensen has noticed a reduction in US research in the country. “Several of our American partners did not make it into the field this year. Their field seasons were cancelled because they lacked the budget,” he said.He ascribed part of the reduction in US researchers to a renovation of Summit Station. “A very large share of NSF funding has gone into renewing the station. Money has been taken from research and allocated to rebuilding it,” he said.A report published in August by Arctic Hub confirms Steffensen's observations of fewer US researchers. It shows that US research publications on Greenland took a dip towards the end of the period spanning 2015 to 2024. In 2024, before Trump took office, the number of publications had fallen from an average of about 250 articles a year, to just 164, second behind Canada at 169.Data from the NSF logistics provider Battelle also shows a reduction in US research presence in Greenland in recent years. In 2023, Battelle counted 48 projects across 78 locations, but in 2025 that number had fallen to 40 projects across 38 locations. And while relations with US personnel in Greenland have remained strong, some tensions have arisen since Trump took office. “On a personal level, there is nothing. But it’s hanging in the air. It hangs unspoken,” Steffensen said.Cutting ties with US researchers entirely would come at a higher cost for the ice core researchers than the Nuuk-based institutions. To get cargo to and from their bases, both Grip and Summit Station rely on unique, ski-equipped Hercules LC-130 aircraft operated by the New York Air National Guard. Without these, maintaining a research base on the Greenland ice sheet would not be viable on current budgets, Steffensen said. “[If the Hercules planes were not available], we would have to think outside of the box. We would have to use smaller planes, and we would have to build a base closer to the coast. But staying in our current location would be too expensive and it would create a huge carbon footprint,” he said.Suspicious people in NuukIn her explanation of the severed US ties, Greenland Institute of Natural Resources director Josephine Nymand compared the decision to past situations when the institute had to cut ties with China and Russia, the latter due to Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. And although the current situation is less severe, the comparison reflects the seriousness with which Nuuk sees the US threats. “From Greenland’s perspective, the US may not look so different from Russia right now: a much larger neighbouring power threatening to invade,” Lin Alexandra Mortensgaard, a researcher of international politics in the Arctic at the Danish Institute for International Studies, told Science|Business. “From a European perspective, it is not a comparable situation, because we are entangled with the US on all possible fronts and do not want to destroy more than is absolutely necessary. But from Greenland’s side, there may well be a need to send a clear signal to the US,” she went on. Suspicions have been fuelled by instances of Trump-affiliated people in Greenland trying to persuade Greenlandic citizens to support a US takeover. The most prolific among them is Tom Dans, a former venture capitalist and pecan farmer who was appointed by Trump as the chair of the United States Arctic Research Commission. Observers fear that he is now using research to achieve a US takeover.“Greenland is a small society with a small population, so when Americans with unclear affiliations wander around, trying to be good friends with people, and you don't know what they want, that creates mistrust. This probably played into the research institutions taking these drastic steps,” Mortensgaard said.Related articles:The US ‘golden age’ science strategy: what Europeans need to knowEU polar research melts into the backgroundAnchor Greenlanders in Arctic climate research, experts tell EU ahead of policy updateAnd although Greenland’s population is small at just 57,000, for Mortensgaard, it serves as a microcosm for the geopolitical situation as a whole: global powers fighting for their interests to the detriment of the common interest. Arctic research already suffered when collaborations with Russia broke down in 2022, she said, so a split with the US would be a serious hit to climate science.“The Arctic climate system does not respect borders or geopolitical divides. When collaboration across those lines suddenly becomes impossible, it is a huge problem for knowledge production,” she said. European alternatives?The Greenland Institute of Natural Resources is funded partly by research grants from external sources like the NSF. To replace the US funding, the institute will have to look for alternative revenue sources, and Nymand said that she is looking to Europe for those. Aside from Denmark, of which Greenland is formally a part, she also noted increased interest in research collaborations from the UK, France and Switzerland. Kleist of the University of Greenland told Science|Business that it was too early to say if the severed US ties would lead to more collaborations with Europe. Meanwhile, Mortensgaard believed that the tensions in Arctic research could well leave room for closer European partnerships, or stronger links with Canada. “I spoke to Canadian researchers who had long-standing relationships with American colleagues and who collaborated with the US Navy, but who had gotten worried that their data on sea ice could be used if Trump suddenly decided to follow through on his threats of invading,” she said. “Like Canada, I think Greenland is considering creating closer ties to Europe and I think European capitals will be open to this,” she said.
Kroenke Sports and Entertainment announces $135M Ball Arena renovation
Plans call for a 30,000-square-foot expansion of the arena’s east lobby.
Denver Museum of Nature and Science to open new wing next month thanks to record-breaking donation
A new wing and renovated giant-screen theater is coming to the Denver Museum of Nature and Science in September, thanks to the largest private donation in its history. The $20 million donation from the Sturm Family Foundation, which was made in March of last year, has gone toward an overall renovation of the East Wing, including […]
What Does Your Office Say About Your Business? by Jennifer Kraner
What does your space say about you and your business? More importantly, does it give you the best possible first impression? The minute a client, customer or patient walks through your door, they’re forming an opinion about your business – sometimes consciously, sometimes without even realizing it. Your space is communicating something about you, whether you intend it to or not. At Big Sky Design, we work with all kinds of commercial businesses, including many medical practices, law firms and other corporate offices, and I’ve seen first hand how much thoughtful design can influence that first impression. For businesses in medical, legal, and financial fields, three things are particularly important: trust, privacy and professionalism. Your space should communicate all three while also reflecting who you are as a business. That can be challenging, especially in a new construction project. Often, so much of the budget goes toward the actual construction that things like lighting, comfortable seating, artwork and finishing touches get pushed to the side. But those are often the elements that make a space feel complete – and memorable. Think about your waiting room. Is it comfortable? Is the lighting welcoming? Does the layout make sense? When someone walks through the door, do they immediately know where to go and whom to speak with? In a medical office, there’s another important consideration: privacy. Reception areas can become surprisingly noisy places, with phone calls, conversations between staff and patients, and people discussing personal information. Hard surfaces throughout a space allow sound to bounce around, making it difficult to maintain privacy. We recently worked with an eye doctor's office that had exactly this problem. The reception desk had a large opening, and staff were making and taking phone calls right next to patients who were waiting. We designed an acoustic treatment that acted as a divider between the staff and waiting areas. It absorbed sound, but it also became a branded design element. It was a visual reminder to everyone in the space to be mindful of their voices and what others might be able to hear. Those kinds of thoughtful details can make a tremendous difference. And good commercial design doesn't have to mean making your space flashy. Sometimes it’s as simple as a calming color palette, beautiful artwork, plants, carefully selected lighting or comfortable upholstered furniture. In a medical setting, those touches can help soften what might otherwise feel clinical and reduce anxiety for patients who are already nervous about an appointment. I’ve been in waiting rooms where everyone feels packed together, and you can hear every conversation – even what’s happening in the restroom next door. That’s not the experience you want to create. Your office should also feel like your business. Are you telling people that you’re clean and modern? Sophisticated and unique? Warm and welcoming? Or, unintentionally, are you telling them that your business is outdated? You don’t necessarily need a complete renovation to change that message. Fresh paint, updated lighting, new artwork, better seating or a few branded design elements can make a space feel current and intentional. At Big Sky Design, we’ve worked with radiology, dermatology, and dental practices, among many others. Every practice is different, but the goal is always the same: creating a space that reflects the business behind it and gives every person who walks through the door a positive first impression. Because your office is part of your brand. Make sure it’s telling the story you want people to hear. Read more at bigskydesignonline.com.
PRC approves Welcome Hall at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
The Permit Review Committee has approved plans for a new Welcome Hall and entrance to the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry at 5700 S. Jean Baptiste Pointe DuSable Lake Shore Drive. Located on the Chicago Park District-owned lakefront site, the museum occupies the last surviving building from the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition. The building has undergone several major changes since the fair, including a 1990s renovation that added underground parking and new visitor facilities in front of the historic structure.
Inside the Browns’ $70M plan to upgrade player facilities in Berea
The renovation will expand the locker room and player lounge, upgrade meeting and dining spaces, and address facilities that have drawn criticism from players.