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Casio's new ultra-limited MRG-D5000 fuses titanium and solid sapphire, but costs more than 10 Grand Seikos
Casio has officially launched the MRG-D5000, its first sapphire MR-G, at 11 million yen including tax, which is about $69,520 — that's equivalent to 10.3 Grand Seiko Snowflakes. Only 20 will be made worldwide, sold by lottery in Japan from December, and the bezel is cut entirely from blue sapphire.
Flyers Postgame Thoughts: Breaking Down the Uninspiring Opening Night Loss
Less than ideal is the sugar-coated way to describe the Philadelphia Flyers’ opening night loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins on […]
Volleyball Stays Perfect at Home after Dominant Weekend
If you aren’t already, you should be paying more attention to Jackets Volleyball, because unlike the other ball-centric sport on the Flats right now, they are, well, good. The squad opened ACC play with a bang, cruising to straight-set victories over both Virginia and Virginia Tech. The performance continues the trend of home dominance on […]
Menstrual tracking apps lack evidence of health and performance benefits
Digital menstrual tracking risks creating more harm than benefit and requires greater scrutiny, warn experts in The BMJ today.
Duke Basketball Has Big Recruit Visiting This Weekend
The Duke Basketball program is hosting a big recruiting target over the weekend with the chance to close the deal.
Downtown Gulfport business owners, Mainstreet bury hot dogs in hopes of clear skies for Cruisin’ the Coast
When they found out about an old wives tale of burying a hot dog to deter bad weather, those involved figured they would give it a try.
Gunman Kills 2 Co-Workers at Virginia Rental Business
A 37-year-old man shot three employees at an equipment rental business, then killed himself after a standoff with the police, the authorities said.
NASA selects three new science investigations for Moon Base
NASA has selected three new scientific investigations and their payload suites aimed at expanding knowledge of the Moon and supporting planning for a lunar outpost it refers to as “Moon Base”.
University launches new Philosophy, Politics and Economics concentration
With 18 course requirements, the new concentration is set to be Brown’s most intensive A.B. concentration.
Penguins absolutely beat down Flyers
For the Penguins players, filling the net and more than doubling the shots of their arch rivals, who ended their Cinderella season last May, was the satisfying.
When The Lease Outlasts The Business Model
At the same time that AI may change the business model for law firms, requiring fewer lawyers, they are leasing more office space
Student tracks nanoparticle formation with an iPhone camera
A chemistry student used an iPhone camera to track nanoparticle formation and found that clusters of atoms, not single atoms, build the particles.
New Guide, 'How Do I Get ChatGPT To Recommend My Business?', Strategy Revealed
Authority Acquisition's new guide explains how ChatGPT recommends businesses based on discoverable published content, not paid placement, and ou...
CSU’s STEM 4 Kids club offers hands-on space for youth science education
Every other Thursday, the Lory Student Center fills with young voices, the whirring of lab equipment and a collaborative exploration of science. Run by the Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering, the STEM 4 Kids program holds free biweekly events running from 4:30-6:30 p.m. for fourth through eighth grade students interested in learning more about...
LA to require police to record federal immigration enforcement
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass approved the ordinance Wednesday
Man fatally shoots 2 co-workers at a Virginia business before killing himself, police say
MANASSAS, Va. — A man shot three co-workers during an altercation Wednesday at a northern Virginia business, killing two of them, before he took his own life during a police standoff along an interstate highway, police said. Marvin Grant, 37, of Charlotte, North Carolina, opened fire at an equipment rental
How The Golden State Valkyries Built A WNBA Business Powerhouse
The Golden State Valkyries built a WNBA business powerhouse in two seasons, driving record attendance, 12,000+ season ticket holders and a No. 2 playoff seed.
Florida State football releases initial injury report vs. UVA
Desperate for a win, Florida State football (2-2, 0-1) welcomes Virginia (3-1, 1-0) to Tallahassee on Saturday afternoon at 3:30. On Wednesday, Florida State released its initial injury report against the ‘Hoos. Among notable names that did not see the field last week against Central Arkansas, Darryl Desir was listed as out, with Quindarrius Jones […]
AI safety measures widely backed by most Americans, poll finds
WASHINGTON — A vast majority of Americans favor requiring artificial intelligence companies to meet independent safety benchmarks for their models, even if those standards mean slowing development of the technology,
US government's new AI chatbot pulls back from debunking Trump
US President Donald Trump unveiled what he called a "damn good" AI chatbot, but it quickly drew attention for contradicting some of his contentious political claims. It was unclear whether the Trump a...
Orland Park Latina business owner expands eyebrow boutique with niche fragrance brands
For Diana Roth, beauty is about more than what people see in the mirror. It has become a passion and a business the Chicago-area Latina business owner has built from the ground up.
Africa’s science diplomacy push turns to universities
Africa’s attempt to shape its own science diplomacy agenda is raising a harder question for the continent’s universities: are they equipped to tur...
Statewide high school computer science course encourages discussions…
One might think a curriculum designed to teach high school freshmen and sophomores computer science would avoid discussions of diversity, race, equity and…
Newsom signs UC-backed $7.5 billion research bond measure for 2028 ballot
This post was updated Sept. 30 at 9:33 p.m. A UC-backed bond measure to fund scientific research across California will appear on the March 2028 ballot.
UN Decade of Healthy Ageing midpoint report finds progress, calls for greater investment
New evidence in the Secretary-General's report to the 81st UN General Assembly, prepared by the World Health Organization (WHO) in coordination with the UN system, finds more countries acting on healthy ageing than ever before – but longer lives will not become healthy, dignified ones without faster, more sustained investment at country level.(NEW YORK, 28 September 2026) The Secretary-General transmitted to the 81st session of the UN General Assembly the mid-term progress report on the UN Decade of Healthy Ageing (2021–2030), marking the midpoint of the ten-year global effort to improve the lives of older people. The report was prepared by the World Health Organization (WHO) in coordination with the UN Inter-Agency Group on Ageing and with inputs from thirteen UN entities, the World Bank Group and civil society partners. It finds real progress in countries – and persistent gaps that must close before 2030.The number of people aged 60 and over passed 1 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach 2.1 billion by 2050, with the fastest growth in low- and middle-income countries. Longer lives are not automatically healthy ones: globally, the gap between life expectancy and healthy life expectancy at age 60 widened between 2000 and 2023, and an estimated 71% of excess deaths from COVID-19 between 2020 and 2023 were among people aged 60 and over. “Longer lives are one of humanity’s great achievements, but we cannot congratulate ourselves while leaving millions without health and support,” said Dr Pascale Allotey, Director, Department of Sexual, Reproductive, Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health and Ageing, WHO. “The first half of the Decade has shown what is possible. The second half must be about scaling and financing the progress to meet the needs and rights of older persons.”Real progress, unevenly sharedThe report finds that more countries than ever now have legislation against age-based discrimination – up from 44.5% in 2018 to 57.7% today – and over half now have national long-term care policies, up from 49% in 2023 to 56.7%, dedicated programmes to build age-friendly environments (54.6%), and comprehensive health and social assessments of older people (54.6%). New WHO guidance on services for long-term care and for Integrated Care for Older People (ICOPE) delivered in communities is enabling systemic change as an increasing number of countries incorporate these services within national universal health care benefit packages. A host of UN agencies and other partners support training, increasing health workforce competencies and use of digital health tools.“This report shows the Decade of Healthy Ageing is working,” said Dr Ritu Sadana, Head of the WHO Secretariat for the UN Decade of Healthy Ageing. “More countries are legislating against ageism, providing integrated care, strengthening long-term care systems, and creating age-friendly environments than ever before, in all regions and income levels. But progress is uneven and in one area, regressive: fewer countries report active multi-stakeholder forums on ageing, down from 53.1% in 2020 to 43.3% today. The second half of this Decade must turn commitments into results, in every country.”The financing gap: this Decade's binding constraintFinancing remains the binding constraint: more than a third of reporting countries (33.8%) have very little or no dedicated resources to develop long-term care, with similar shortfalls across the Decade’s other priority areas. Less than half of countries (45.4%) have legislation providing access to assistive devices (including hearing aids, spectacles or rollators), which are key to enabling older people to maintain productive, independent and dignified lives. Only 22.7% of countries can track older people’s health over time – the largest gap across the Decade’s core progress indicators. Nationally representative information is needed in each country, as policies and interventions cannot be designed as if all older adults of a given age share similar needs and capacities. The report calls for sustained investment through national budgets, country-owned plans, development cooperation and innovative financing mechanisms to fully close these gaps by 2030.“The Decade was designed as a whole-of-UN effort, and this report shows it in action,” said Amal Abou Rafeh, Chief of the Programme on Ageing Section at the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA), and Permanent Co-Chair of the UN Inter-Agency Group on Ageing. “Thirteen UN entities, the World Bank group and civil society organizations contributed to this report, with WHO as the lead technical and implementing agency. That is the model of coordination the second half of the Decade will need to scale, with countries leading legislation, funding and implementation, engaging older people.”“Investing in healthy ageing is not simply a cost; it is one of the highest-return investments a government can make,” said Fiona Stewart, Global Lead for Ageing and Pensions at the World Bank Group. “Countries that invest early in integrated and long-term care see savings that outweigh the upfront cost many times over. The evidence in this report makes the economic case; what is now needed is predictable financing at country level to act on it, along with efforts to support older entrepreneurs and the silver economy.”Older people's own voicesThe report also draws on the direct experience of older people themselves, including a multilingual global survey conducted by the International Federation on Ageing that reached more than 1000 older people across 58 countries. WHO and UN partners called on Member States to use the second half of the Decade to accelerate implementation, strengthen data systems, and secure the financing needed so that the gains of longer lives reach older people everywhere. About the UN Decade of Healthy Ageing (2021–2030)Proclaimed by the UN General Assembly in December 2020, the Decade is a global collaboration bringing together governments, UN agencies, civil society, the private sector, academia and older people themselves to improve the lives of older people, their families and communities. It is coordinated by the World Health Organization together with the UN Inter-Agency Group on Ageing. The Decade's mid-term progress report was transmitted to the General Assembly by the Secretary-General, prepared by WHO, and is available in 6 languages.Full Report available: A/81/366 Implementation of the United Nations Decade of Healthy Ageing (2021–2030): Note by Secretary-General [ العربية | 中文 | English | Français | Pусский | Español
Keeping Washington's buildings running is big business
A new study from BOMA International finds that commercial building operations support 71,800 jobs and contribute $7.6 billion to the state's GDP.
Pregnant 'DWTS' pro Witney Carson shuts down elimination gossip
'DWTS' pro Witney Carson took to social media following Week 3 of Season 35 to address rumors that she wished to be voted off alongside celebrity partner Guillermo Rodriguez because of her pregnancy.
Woman Says She Was Threatened After Using a Nearby Business’ Bathroom: ‘The Front Desk Dude Has Serious Issues’
Taylor, or @adyaguilera2.0 on TikTok, posted a video about the time she used a bathroom and was met with hostility. Somehow, the interaction escalated after a man who worked at a nearby business had p...
Michigan State basketball lands commitment from 4-star center
Michigan State picked up another huge recruiting win on Wednesday night
The AI telling farmers when to harvest
Will farmers want AI tools to help judge when to pick fruit, or is their own intuition enough?
Aston Martin's New DBX Shows Its Softer Side
The 2027 DBX GT gets a more comfortable ride, a quieter cabin, and upgraded seats without giving up the twin-turbo V8’s 717 horsepower.
Lakers' early defensive prowess impresses Austin Reaves, JJ Redick
The veteran guard was quick to mention new wings Matisse Thybulle and Ziaire Williams along with second-year forward Adou Thiero. The coach points to team's depth.
Sec. 338(h)(10) elections in business acquisitions
A Sec. 338(h)(10) election can allow parties to a business acquisition to treat a statutory stock purchase as a deemed asset sale for income tax purposes, potentially benefiting both the buyer and the seller. This article discusses the election’s mechanics, eligibility rules, and tax consequences, as well as practical deal considerations.
Eldridges look to build family-focused entertainment destination
Billy and Kassandra Eldridge noticed a missing piece of the community – a space where families could gather, kids could play and special moments celebrated. With the help of the IGNITE program, they hope to fill that void.
Man City guilty: Premier League rivals demanding sanctions imposed before end of season
Plus: Man City are expected to owe the Premier League tens of millions of pounds in compensation for legal costs; Rui Pinto, whose leaks of private documents helped to trigger the Premier Leagues investigation, will no longer be protected as a witness by Portuguese authorities
Looking at the Ugly Side of the Paramount-Skydance Merger...And How I’d Fix It
A Message from Our Sponsor Certified Fresh with 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, FX’s Adults is an ensemble comedy series about a group of twenty-somethings in New York leaning on each other to navigate love, work, friendship and family. Don’t sleep on “The Sitcom of the Moment” - Awards Buzz All Episodes now streaming on Hulu on Disney+. Watch The Teaser Trailer... (Welcome to the Entertainment Strategy Guy, a newsletter on the entertainment industr(Welcome to the “Most Important Story of the Week”, my bi-weekly strategy column analyzing the most important (but often not buzziest) news story of the last two weeks. I’m the Entertainment Strategy Guy, a former streaming executive who now analyzes business strategy in the entertainment industry. Please subscribe.) Before we dive in, I wanted to congratulate Broadcast Now for being the first to report that Netflix’s How to Get to Heaven from Belfast has been cancelled. (I saw this in a write-up by Kasey Moore of Whats-On-Netflix.) More importantly, I wanted to note that, as of yesterday, none of the other trades had reported the news yet. I have half a guess that eventually one of them will report this. Anyways, it’s time to take a break from my deluge of streaming ratings reports to continue my analysis of the Paramount Skydance Warner Bros. Discovery (PSWbD) saga. As I noted last week, a lot of times when folks use the (sometimes cliched) “the good, the bad and the ugly” framing for an article, “the ugly” section is just more bad. Or very, very bad. In this case, yeah, I do think it’s ugly. In more than one way. Unfortunately, we’re only going to have time to tackle one of those ways today: the ugly pile of debt to finance this deal. (In a future article, I may cover the entire process for how it went down, which was very, very ugly.) Last issue, I explained why I liked this deal in a vacuum. Unfortunately, “vacuums” don’t exist outside of space. Let’s dive in. Subscribe Most Important Story of the Week - The Ugliness of the Paramount/Warner Bros. Merger More than one person sent me a note speculating that the big problem with Paramount Skydance buying Warner Bros. Discovery is the “Warner Bros.” portion of the deal. In fact, that’s a take I read a lot about Warner Bros., ever since they caught Netflix’s, and then Paramount-Skydance’s, eye. In short, multiple companies (Time, AOL, AT&T, Discovery) have bought and then regretted buying Warner Bros. Since it’s nearing Halloween, you could almost say it’s like the folks think WB is cursed! It’s a haunted studio—like the town of Derry in movie studio form—and whoever takes possession of it will fall into misery! Yet...I just don’t like that story, because it doesn’t explain the “why” behind why those deals fell through. Especially when Warner Bros. has continued to succeed as a TV and film studio in the intervening two decades. Lord of the Rings? Harry Potter? Game of Thrones? Everything HBO? Considering it never fully owned a broadcast TV channel, this media company has done pretty well. So what went wrong? Well, in recent years, companies bought Warner Bros. instead of the other, smarter option. Explaining POCD (And Applying It to Mergers & Acquisitions) As I explained last issue, one of my favorite frameworks is the POCD tool for evaluating venture capital investments: People Opportunity Context Deal The bar to invest as a VC is high. (Or I might say “was” since cheap interest rates made life easier last decade.) You review a thousand prospectuses, get pitched by a hundred, and invest in the ten best, with the hopes that one of those ten would pay for the rest. That means every element of a deal needed to pay off: you needed the right people running the companies, who could capitalize on the right opportunity, in the context of an industry that was ripe for disruption. If you could then not overpay, you could make some money in a smart deal. The analogy isn’t perfect here, but close enough. For a merger or acquisition to work, you need the combined company (which is the opportunity) to make more than the price you need to pay (which is the deal). Note: the people and context still matter, but with M&A, it’s a little more straightforward: does the opportunity exceed the cost? And usually with Warner Bros., it hasn’t. If you want to find out the single biggest mistake made by the Warner Bros. suitors over the last few years (and my simple fix) become a paid subscriber. I’ll also touch on who I think Paramount-Skydance could (shockingly) consider buying next, TBD, and more. Sign up here.
Quincy Community Theatre to stage pirate-themed adventure
QUINCY — Quincy Community Theatre will take audiences on a pirate-themed adventure this fall with “Judy Moody & Stink: The Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad Treasure Hunt,” running Oct. 22-25. The […]
Court orders Dairy Farmers of America to keep paying its share of union employees’ health insurance after shuttering the St. Albans Creamery
The Monday decision requires payments to continue as a dispute between the union and the co-op over the reasons for the plant's closure plays out.
Cascadia Healthcare Expanding Oregon Footprint With Acquisition of Sapphire Health’s Nursing Home Portfolio
Cascadia Healthcare is on track to become Oregon’s largest post-acute care provider with plans to acquire 11 facilities from Sapphire Health Services, a
Lockport man arrested after gun went off at Kenner business
Kenner police said Gabriel Quinto-Andino negligently discharged a firearm inside a Williams Boulevard business, injuring a man in the leg.
Senator Marsha Blackburn Sues Over Jack Smith’s Subpoena During Trump Inquiry
The lawsuit, brought by Senator Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee, tests the reach of the Constitution’s “speech or debate” clause.
Coralville sues University of Iowa Health Care, alleging breach of contract
The City of Coralville is suing Iowa’s Board of Regents, which oversees the University of Iowa, claiming the university’s health care system promised to build medical offices that never materialized.
Federal judge allows Paramount-Warner merger to move forward
A federal judge in Oakland has approved a settlement that allows Paramount Skydance Chief Executive David Ellison to finalize his $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. Ellison is aiming
Tim Ream Gets His Flowers, Reflects on 16-Year Journey
ST. LOUIS – Tim Ream looks uncomfortable even thinking of saying the word, “retire.” It makes him shudder, as if he’s trying to shake something irksome off his shoulders.The 38-year-old prefer...
9th Circuit rejects arguments Prop. 211 law disclosing political donations is unconstitutional
There's nothing unconstitutional about a 2022 Arizona law requiring people be informed of exactly who is spending money on campaign ads designed to influence their votes, a federal appeals court ruled Wednesday.
Mental health advocate backs new Johnson County jail
A longtime mental health advocate said she supports a new jail in Johnson County, set to go before voters in November.
Newsom signs anti-monopoly bill after bruising legislative battle
California’s new antitrust law will let prosecutors sue businesses for anticompetitive conduct, but not individuals
Unmasked: Guess the NBA player to quiz your sports trivia knowledge (September 30)
60 seconds. 5 clues. 1 player. Test your ball knowledge with today's Unmasked quiz.
Scientists built implants that talk to each other through body tissue
It's possible to send electrical signals right through human tissues.
Crisis responses, H.R. 1 fallout are challenging states' mental health delivery
North Carolina and Wisconsin are working to decouple law enforcement from crisis response, leverage 988 in care entry and conquer longstanding data silos. | State officials spoke frankly about the challenges they face in delivering equitable mental healthcare during policy sessions at the annual Behavioral Health Tech conference last week, held in Nashville.
Commentary: Peltola's words create a teachable moment, but an apology is required.
We can show Alaska and the nation that apologies are a sign of wisdom and strength, that choosing words of compassion matters, and that people of good character can win elections.
‘Digger’ review: Climate change satire will leave you feeling cold
Alejandro G. Iñárritu's latest film, starring an unrecognizable Tom Cruise, wears out its welcome far too quickly, writes Moira Macdonald.
AI Agents Are Moving into the Small Business Mainstream - Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council
By Karen Kerrigan – Artificial intelligence is entering another important phase for small businesses. Over the past several years, entrepreneurs have rapidly embraced generative AI to write content, conduct research, create images, analyze data, improve customer service and perform dozens of other tasks. Now, AI is moving from simply helping business owners do the work […]
Everywhere Millionaires: The Overlooked Main Street Businesses Behind America’s Economy
Explore “Everywhere Millionaires” and how Main Street business owners in construction, logistics, and food service may build enterprise value over time.
Helene flooding reshaped River Arts District; leaders say recovery is far from over
The River Arts District looks dramatically different two years after Helene, but local business owners and community leaders say rebuilding is far from over.
Cass County Mental Health Initiative is shining light on suicide prevention awareness
Cass County Mental Health Initiative shines light on the community and those that are struggling with mental health
Private equity firm buys Chesterfield industrial campus for $108M
A Boston real estate private equity firm bought a five-building industrial campus in Chesterfield County for $108 million.
Micron Technology Tops Lofty Fiscal Q4 Goals, Guides Above Views
Micron Technology beat Wall Street's sky-high targets for its fiscal fourth quarter and with its outlook. Micron stock rose.
Phil Keaggy talks Jesus Music roots, Guns N’ Roses riff, 'Reagan' director's cut: ‘Our main mission’ was the Gospel
Legendary Christian guitarist Phil Keaggy reflects on hearing his guitar in Reagan, his roots in the Jesus Music movement and why sharing the Gospel remains at the heart of his music more than 50
Study connects food insecurity to mental health in young mothers
A new review of research from across sub-Saharan Africa found that inadequate access to food is linked to depression, suicide attempts, HIV vulnerabilities, and poorer sexual and reproductive health outcomes among adolescent mothers.
Governor Ivey Announces Alabama Again Named Among Nation’s Top 10 States for Doing Business -
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced Alabama has again been named among the nation’s top 10 states for doing business by Area Development magazine, continuing a streak of high rankings in the national publication’s annual analysis. In the publication’s 2026 Top States … Continued
Open Source Tricorder Is In It For The Science
If you’re reading Hackaday there’s pretty good odds you’re at least somewhat fond of Star Trek. We’d bet good money most of you would quit your jobs today if a Starfleet rec…
American cuisine, Rio Mambo: check out 16 business updates in Grapevine, Colleyville, Southlake
Read about new businesses in Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake, including Hudson House, Bucketheads, Housewife Rebellion and the closure of Rio Mambo.
Jan Ravnik shares dance section fans didn’t get to see when “DWTS” cameras cut away from Tatyana Ali
Viewers didn’t see a chunk of the pair’s Quickstep after production mistakenly cut to the audience.
Sandhills Community College Small Business Center expands to Moore and Hoke Counties
Small Business Center Director, Laura Kinsman. Photo provided by: SCCSandhills Community College (SCC) is launching a redesigned Small Business Center model that expands no-cost entrepreneurial support across Moore and Hoke Counties. Rooted in the College’s commitment to strengthening small businesses and entrepreneurship as drivers of economic growth, the enhanced model is led by recently appointed Small Business Center Director, Laura Kinsman. The model also includes two new Senior Business Advisors who will provide trusted expertise, stronger community connections, and individualized guidance to entrepreneurs and business owners throughout the region.Kinsman brings a unique perspective to the director’s role as both a local business owner, operating in downtown Southern Pines, and a former Moore County educator. “Her combination of education, business ownership, leadership, and community involvement make her a great fit for the Small Business Center and the work we are continuing to build across Moore and Hoke counties,” said Taylor L. McCaskill, senior director of Workforce Development & Corporate Partnerships in a press release.Kinsman is an active member of the Southern Pines Business Association and has been connected to the Sandhills Small Business Center since the beginning of her entrepreneurial journey. She looks forward to building on that experience by strengthening the Center’s partnerships and expanding its connections throughout the community.She will lead the Center's efforts to support entrepreneurs and business owners throughout Moore and Hoke County and be the connector to the North Carolina Community College System Small Business Center Network operations. The Center offers no-cost, confidential one-on-one counseling, practical workshops, and connections to the resources and partners that help local businesses start, grow, and create jobs.A key part of this new approach, only offered at SCC, is a network of Senior Business Advisors, experienced professionals who will provide individualized guidance in areas such as business planning, finance, marketing, operations, growth strategy, and problem-solving. These advisors will serve as trusted partners to entrepreneurs and business owners, helping them turn ideas into action, overcome barriers, strengthen existing businesses, and pursue new opportunities. This one-on-one counseling is available at no cost, ensuring that high-quality business support is accessible to entrepreneurs at every stage.Senior Business Advisor for Hoke County, Kenna Parks. Photo provided by: SCCKenna Parks has been named the senior business advisor for Hoke County. She is a business professional, entrepreneur, and educator who brings a unique combination of academic training and real-world business experience. She earned her Master of Business Administration (MBA) in 2017 and has built her career around entrepreneurship, marketing, business development, and helping others turn ideas into sustainable opportunities.Senior Business Advisor for Moore County, Katrin Henderson. Photo provided by: SCCAs a military spouse, she has successfully launched and operated businesses across five states, giving her firsthand experience in adapting to diverse markets, building new customer bases and understanding the importance of global reach in today’s business environment. Over the last decade, her areas of focus include business planning, marketing strategy, branding, customer development, financial preparedness, operational planning and connecting entrepreneurs with educational programs and community resources.Parks brings an especially valuable perspective to business advising because she is an entrepreneur herself. She is the owner of Glamo Society Bridal & Formal Wear in Raeford, N.C., giving her firsthand experience with the realities of launching, operating, marketing and growing a small business. She understands that entrepreneurship extends far beyond developing a great idea; it requires strategy, financial awareness, adaptability, strong customer relationships, and consistent execution.Katrin Henderson will serve as the senior business advisor for Moore County. Thriving in hospitality and retail, Henderson has enjoyed positions in Food & Beverage Management and Retail Management in various fine dining and retail establishments in the area, before opening her own children's shop in 2015, in the Village of Pinehurst. She is a native of Moore County.Quickly immersing herself in this new world of small business ownership, Henderson joined various boards and committees, including President Elect of Pinehurst Business Partners and Event Chair for the Holly Arts & Crafts Festival. She also partnered with local organizations such as Moore County Economic Development and Moore County Chamber of Commerce and Sandhills Community College Small Business Center in events and educational opportunities. In 2026, Henderson sold her shop and now offers full-time support to both new and seasoned entrepreneurs through freelance consulting mentorship and the SCC Small Business Center program.The Small Business Center team is passionate about making business resources more accessible, and ensuring entrepreneurs know they do not have to navigate business ownership alone. Through their work with SCC, they are committed to building meaningful relationships with local businesses, community organizations, and industry partners while helping entrepreneurs move from idea to strategy, strategy to action, and action to sustainable growth.“Sandhills Community College believes deeply in the power of small business and entrepreneurship because strong local businesses create jobs, spark innovation, generate investment, and strengthen the communities we serve,” said McCaskill in press release. “Through this new Small Business Center model, Sandhills is building a stronger ecosystem where entrepreneurs can connect, grow, and thrive, while helping drive long-term economic vitality throughout our region.”To learn more about the Center's services or to schedule a consultation, please contact Kinsman directly at kinsmanl@sandhills.edu or 910-695-3938.
Business management expert urges farmers to focus on liquidity and cost control heading into 2027
A production business management expert says preserving liquidity and managing working capital will be critical as producers face another year of tight margins. Barry Ward with Ohio State University Extension says stronger corn and soybean prices have improved the profit picture for 2026, but… “We’ve got elevated cost structures that we’re not going to be […]
Canada vs. Peru: How to watch, stream international friendly
By Dylan ButlerLooking to build off a 1-0 victory over Chile, Canada meet Peru on Saturday evening for an international friendly at CF Montréal's Stade Saputo.How to watch & streamCanada: TSN, RDS, O...
Who Is Fenway Sports Group? Inside the Sports Empire Behind RFK Racing
Brad Keselowski's RFK Racing exit has put new attention on Fenway Sports Group. Here's how the company entered NASCAR and the sports empire behind it.
Ten Long-Term Care Nursing Professionals Honored by NYC Health + Hospitals with the Distinguished DAISY and BEE Awards
As part of its 5th Annual Post-Acute Care DAISY & BEE Awards, NYC Health + Hospitals honored 10 extraordinary nursing professionals from its five
Week 7 Cincinnati high school football power rankings
Here are the area's top 10 high school football teams heading into Week 7.
OneSpartanburg Inc. announces 47th Leadership Spartanburg class
“Leadership Spartanburg offers a unique look at Spartanburg County, from our success to our consistent challenges and everything in-between,” said Cindy Teaster, OneSpartanburg Inc. director of leadership development.
Microsoft Pushes AI Deeper Into Scientific Discovery With Quine
AI can already help scientists make sense of large amounts of data. Microsoft Research is now testing whether it can play a bigger role in deciding what scientists should investigate next. Its new experimental system, Quine, brings together biological data, computational models and research tools to make predictions that researchers can put to the test […]
Man fatally shoots 2 co-workers at a Virginia business before killing himself, police say
A shooting at a northern Virginia business has left two workers dead. Police in Manassas say the suspect later took his own life during a standoff on Interstate 81. Manassas Police Chief Doug Keen says 37-year-old Marvin Grant opened fire at an equipment rental business Wednesday morning. Two wor...
NFL Trade Pitch Ships Patriots ‘Vertical Threat’ WR
Bleacher Report's Kristopher Knox named the New England Patriots a potential suitor for Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Quentin Johnston. The post NFL Trade Pitch Ships Patriots ‘Vertical Threat’ WR appeared first on HEAVY.
PA State Police Recognizes Forensic Professionals During National Forensic Science Week
Harrisburg, PA – National Forensic Science Week is held every year during the third full week of September. The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) recognized the scientists, forensic examiners, technicians, and support professionals whose expertise strengthens criminal investigations and supports the pursuit of justice across the Commonwealth. The PSP Bureau of Forensic Services (BFS) operates six
Clio Acquires Learned Hand, Giving Its New Judiciary Business An Existing Product
Clio today announced that it has acquired Learned Hand, a startup that builds AI exclusively for judges and courts, giving the legal tech company's newly launched judiciary business an existing produc...
Small Business Center Relaunch Brings New Director, Advisors
The North Carolina Community College system, and Moore County’s Sandhills Community College, is a resource for secondary and continuing education, allowing students to step into careers, find a new path
How will the Rojiblanca academy fare this weekend?
Another busy day on the Cantera Rojiblanca circuits is just around the corner, Chivahermanos! The U-21 and Men’s U-19 teams will play their pending Matchday 2 fixture when they host Juárez at the V...
Opinion | Deepak Hegde | Taxing the Talent that Builds American Science
Professor Deepak Hegde op-ed: “Taxing the Talent that Builds American Science.”
Eugene man sentenced in string of nine business burglaries
A man accused of breaking into multiple Eugene businesses over several months has been sentenced to supervised probation after pleading guilty to five burglary
Zi-Kui Liu receives theory award from Materials Research Society
Zi-Kui Liu, the Corning Faculty Fellow in Materials Science and Engineering in the Penn State College of Earth and Mineral Sciences, will receive the 2026 Materials Theory Award from the Materials Research Society.
GAO Finds Conflict Investigation Unreasonable Where Agency Failed to Ask Awardee About Business Relationship
In Viderity Inc. – Costs, GAO found an agency’s investigation into a potential conflict of interest to be unreasonable where the agency “failed to inquire
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
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
What’s Different About Jürgen Klopp’s Successor Roger Schmidt?
Returning to his tactical roots, the Salzburg veteran brings a hands-on approach to Red Bull’s global network, prioritizing continuity and aggressive pressing over flashy corporate reinvention.
Arizona State hockey coach placed on leave amid collapse inquiry
Arizona State hockey coach Greg Powers has been placed on paid administrative leave days after several members of his team asked the university to remove him pending an investigation into a teammate's collapse.
UPMC completes acquisition of Ohio-based Trinity Health System
UPMC has officially expanded its footprint into Ohio. The Pittsburgh-based hospital system and insurer announced Wednesday that it had completed its acquisition of Trinity Health System from Chicago-based CommonSpirit Health. Trinity’s facilities will transfer to UPMC on Thursday. They include Trinity East and West campuses — both in Steubenville —
Louisiana adds more public money to host rodeos, college sports events
Louisiana lawmakers increased the amount of public money the state will spend on college sports championships, rodeos and other entertainment events in this fiscal year to at least $12.1 million in direct support. State budget documents show it was previously slated to spend $10.4 million in the current fiscal year.
Chris Koza album release concert Oct. 24
Lanesboro Arts is thrilled to celebrate the release of Chris Koza’s latest album, “Millsmoke on the Skyline,” with a concert at the St. Mane Theatre at 7 p.m. on October 24. Chris Koza is a composer and performer based in Denver and Minneapolis. In his writing, Koza both honors and builds on the vast genre of Americana music. For every song that sounds like it could be strummed from a boxcar clacking slowly across a grassy midwestern plain, there’s a tune sailing from a city rooftop, echoing across a valley of streets and traffic, or a melody twisting and shimmering like a dim frequency deep into the starry night.Both as a solo artist and with his band Rogue Valley, Koza has supported and shared the stage with artists such as Brandi Carlile, Gordon Lightfoot, Ingrid Michaelson, The Jayhawks, Neko Case, Kathleen Edwards, Dan Wilson, and many more. His music regularly appears on ABC’s “General Hospital,” “60 Minutes,” and “Good Morning America.” Koza’s song, “Be Wild,” was also featured in a state of Minnesota tourism campaign.#placement_932485_0_i{width:100%;max-width:550px;margin:0 auto;}var rnd = window.rnd || Math.floor(Math.random()*10e6);var pid932485 = window.pid932485 || rnd;var plc932485 = window.plc932485 || 0;var abkw = window.abkw || '';var absrc = 'https://ads.empowerlocal.co/adserve/;ID=181918;size=0x0;setID=932485;type=js;sw='+screen.width+';sh='+screen.height+';spr='+window.devicePixelRatio+';kw='+abkw+';pid='+pid932485+';place='+(plc932485++)+';rnd='+rnd+';click=CLICK_MACRO_PLACEHOLDER';var _absrc = absrc.split("type=js"); absrc = _absrc[0] + 'type=js;referrer=' + encodeURIComponent(document.location.href) + _absrc[1];document.write('');Koza’s latest offering, “Millsmoke on the Skyline,” grants the newfound outsider perspective of the rich life and golden fleeting days throughout the rural Midwest. Weaving melody and lyrics into vignettes and narratives set in places where love is powerful, dreams are vast, and life is beautiful.The St. Mane Theatre box office will open at 6 p.m. on the day of the concert. Tickets will be sold in person at the door or can be purchased online at lanesboroarts.org. Seating at the St. Mane theatre is first come, first served. Tickets are on sale now for $25 for general admission or $22 for Lanesboro Arts members.The 2026 performing arts season at Lanesboro Arts is made possible by our season sponsor, Poet Refinery, as well as our concert level sponsors, High Court Pub, Krage Insurance Agency & Preble Farmers Mutual, Stone Mill Clothing & Gifts, E2 Boutique/Amish Experience, and The Cottage House Inn, and community sponsors, VIS Plumbing, Granny’s Liquor, Kingsley Mercantile, Batstone CPA, Clara’s Eatery, IGA, Niagara Cave, and Huntington Electric. This event is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. #placement_932489_0_i{width:100%;max-width:550px;margin:0 auto;}var rnd = window.rnd || Math.floor(Math.random()*10e6);var pid932489 = window.pid932489 || rnd;var plc932489 = window.plc932489 || 0;var abkw = window.abkw || '';var absrc = 'https://ads.empowerlocal.co/adserve/;ID=181918;size=0x0;setID=932489;type=js;sw='+screen.width+';sh='+screen.height+';spr='+window.devicePixelRatio+';kw='+abkw+';pid='+pid932489+';place='+(plc932489++)+';rnd='+rnd+';click=CLICK_MACRO_PLACEHOLDER';var _absrc = absrc.split("type=js"); absrc = _absrc[0] + 'type=js;referrer=' + encodeURIComponent(document.location.href) + _absrc[1];document.write('');
Paws and Stripes works support veterans mental health
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, although the month is almost over, Paws and Stripes has made it their mission to support veterans and their mental h…
A Lifelong Journey of Health, Perseverance, and Purpose: Shadia’s Story
Every year, Family Health and Fitness Day is celebrated on the last Saturday in September. It’s a day that encourages families to come together and build lifelong healthy habits. Ahead of Family Health and Fitness Day, I met with Special Olympics Bolivia athlete and Health Messenger Shadia Dueri to hear about her health journey, the lessons she has learned through Special Olympics Health programming, and how she’s using those experiences to support her community and fellow athletes today.
Congress Set to Leave Washington for the Midterms With No A.I. Progress
Senate Democrats were expected on Wednesday to block a measure that would encourage, but not require, states to protect consumers from power rate hikes as a result of data center growth.
Congress Set to Leave Washington for the Midterms With No A.I. Progress
Senate Democrats blocked a measure that would encourage, but not require, states to protect consumers from power rate hikes tied to data center growth, and had no limits on A.I. use or deployment.
Senate Democrats block bill to restrict lawmaker stock trading
Senate Democrats on Wednesday blocked a bill to restrict lawmaker stock trading over objections to new voter ID requirements that Republicans added to the legislation.
County health departments could see cuts as Iowa HHS shifts to regionalized model
Iowa HHS plans to transition the state’s public health system into a regional model by 2028. The move will shift the oversight of funds for each county to a lead entity in each region. Public health officials are warning the new system will leave gaps in services for residents.
Aurora ordinance targets concentration of high-risk businesses in lower-income neighborhoods
The Socioeconomic Impact — or SEI — permit will require new high-risk businesses, such as pawn shops and liquor stores, to open at least 2,000 feet away from a similar existing business.