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Pennsylvania’s Grand Canyon
Amid the warm hues of fall foliage, Pine Creek Gorge forms a deep scar in the Allegheny Plateau.
Connections: Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for Nov. 2, 2026, puzzle No. 770
Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
Former Nikita Kucherov Teammates Open Door to Maple Leafs Blockbuster
Fans across the NHL were shocked on Friday when reports emerged that Tampa Bay Lightning star forward Nikita Kucherov, who is playing in the final season of his current contract, informed the club he wasn’t going to extend and would prefer to be traded.The request of one of the League’s best players to be traded […] The post Former Nikita Kucherov Teammates Open Door to Maple Leafs Blockbuster appeared first on HEAVY.
US SECTORS CALL: Technology & Health Care
Momentum returned to the AI trade early last week. Anthropic’s IPO filing on Monday revealed a far more profitable business than investors had expected, and the AI trade rallied. SK Hynix added to it with blockbuster results overnight Tuesday. Then the trade unraveled. Alphabet’s earnings disappointed on Wednesday,
Marlins will Enter Rule 5 Draft Facing Important Roster Questions
The Fish will have to consider some prospects to protect over the next few weeks; the event is scheduled for December 9
Accel Entertainment (ACEL) Q3 earnings report preview: what to look for
Slot machine and terminal operator Accel Entertainment NYSE:ACELwill be announcing earnings results this Tuesday after market close. Here’s what to look for.Accel Entertainment beat analysts’ revenue expectations last quarter, reporting revenues of $368.1 million, up 9.6% year on year. It was a str…
Accel Entertainment (ACEL) Q3 earnings report preview: what to look for
Slot machine and terminal operator Accel Entertainment (NYSE:ACEL) will be announcing earnings results this Tuesday after market close. Here’s what to look f...
Suns May Have Found a Hidden Gem in Oso Ighodaro
The third-year Suns center continues to place himself at the center of the new-look culture within the organization.
Is CVS Health Stock Worth More Than Its Competitors?
For questions about this article or underlying research, email help@trefis.com. In a peer group with UnitedHealth Group, Cigna and Walmart, CVS Health (CVS) ranks second of four on revenue growth and third on operating margin. CVS shares trade at 23.6 times earnings, compared with 12.
Yakima Co. health officials confirm person infected with bird flu has died
YAKIMA CO., Wash. - The Yakima County Health District confirmed Sunday a person in the county has died due to complications of the bird flu.According to the YCHD, the person was hospitalized after becoming severely sick and was diagnosed with avian influenza. They said the person came into contact with infected cattle and that's how they got the illness.At this time, the YCHD is not releasing the identity of the person who died, their gender or their age. They confirmed the person did have underlying health conditions, but did not release what those were.This comes as a third confirmed human case of bird flu was reported Sunday. This person also became infected after being exposed to sick cattle at a Yakima County dairy. YCHD officials said this person is not experience severe illness and is not hospitalized.The YCHD is working with the person to identify and contact people who may have come into contact with those who are infected in an effort to monitor the illness.Officials with the YCHD said the risk of being infected with bird flu in the general public is low. Those who are at greater risk are those who have close or prolonged contact with infected animals or are in an environment that is contaminated with the virus. As of this writing, no documented case of human to human transmission has ever been recorded in the United States but it is not impossible. COPYRIGHT 2026 BY APPLE VALLEY NEWS NOW. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBLISHED, BROADCAST, REWRITTEN OR REDISTRIBUTED. News Suspected DUI crash in Walla Walla Co. kills Umatilla woman Erin Wencl News Man dead after early morning shooting in Yakima Erin Wencl News Pasco police asking for video of Saturday's fatal shooting near Don Rubio's Erin Wencl News Trick-or-treating wins popular vote at Yakama Nation trunk-or-treat Tyler Wargo News Justin Krumbah's family fights on after judge denies Kelly's request Dan Hanson, Apple Valley News Now News Toppenish gets nearly $1.5 million to improve traffic safety on State Route 22 Robert Desaulniers
Hudson Williams Shares Thoughtful Response When Asked If He Felt ‘More than Friendship’ Feelings with Connor Storrie
Hudson Williams‘ The Assembly episode has debuted and his response to a question about Connor Storrie has been revealed. The […]
‘Haunting at the Museum’ event invites community to see otherworldly science
Under the light of star projectors in the Alabama Museum of Natural History and old-timey lanterns at the Gorgas House Museum, the two museums held “Haunting at the Museum” on Tuesday night. The event, open to community members and students alike, took place at both museums with the shared theme of “Otherworldly Encounters.” At the...
Democrats have high hopes for midterms, but polls have let them down before
Polls have been predicting a Democratic surge, but last-minute deciders and sampling issues mean there's no guarantee.
James McAvoy reveals low-budget film still earning him 'bonkers' money
The BAFTA winner receives regular pay cheques for a movie he made a decade ago.
Around half of people will experience a mental health issue in their lifetime
What is someone’s risk of developing depression, anxiety, or other mental health issues at some point in their life?
Germie Bernard accrues five receptions in Week 8
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Germie Bernard posted five receptions for 30 yards on five targets in Week 8
What Alexandria voters need to know before Tuesday's election
Polls are open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., four polling places have moved, and the ballot includes the U.S. Senate and House races and three constitutional amendments
For older voters, health costs and coverage are key issues
Rising healthcare costs are a major concern for older Americans, and it's affecting their finances and political priorities as they cast their ballots.
BMP hospital ruling raises wider questions about speaking up in health care
By William Crooks Quebec’s labour tribunal has ordered safer work organization at Cowansville’s Brome-Missisquoi-Perkins Hospital after finding inadequate control of psychosocial risks and insufficient protection of meal and rest breaks. Separately, research involving Université de Sherbrooke researchers found fear of reprisal among more than half of part…
Is Nets’ Coach Fernández Mismanaging the Young Talent
Brooklyn struggles through a winless start as questionable rest cycles for Mikel Brown Jr. and the puzzling G League assignment of playmaker Ben Saraf hamper the rotation.
Cubs Get Linked to Tarik Skubal as Offseason Begins
With major questions surrounding their starting rotation, the Cubs have emerged as a potential suitor for the biggest name on the free agent market.
Lyon manager Paulo Fonseca agrees Sporting CP move
Lyon manager Paulo Fonseca and Sporting CP have reached an agreement for the Portuguese head coach to takeover at the Lisbon-based club, according to Foot Mercato. Reports in both France and Portugal ...
Jessica Biel wants to ‘modernize’ ‘7th Heaven’ for reboot: ‘We have less limitations now’
Jessica Biel says the ‘7th Heaven’ reboot will not ‘hold back’ from tackling difficult teen issues.
Federal judge dismisses Trump attempt to interfere in Alaska Senate race
A federal judge denied Trump’s request to segregate ballots cast for a candidate with the same name as the incumbent, writing that it would “violate Alaskans’ right to a secret ballot.”
Lamar Jackson suffers injury in Week 8
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson questionable to return after injuring thumb in Week 8
DMX's New 'Flesh of My Flesh' Vinyl Is Filled With Fake Blood
Just in time for Halloween, one of hip-hop's most unforgettable album covers inspires a gruesome new collectible edition, available now on Complex.
Judge tosses DOJ’s attempt to delay Alaska Senate results if Republican loses
The decision shot down the Trump administration’s extraordinary request to block the election’s resolution if Sen. Dan S. Sullivan narrowly loses. Another candidate, Dan J. Sullivan Jr., is also running.
Harry Styles gets a surprise from Jalen Brunson at 'Harryween' show
NEW YORK – Amid a sea of witches, Waldos and Statues of Liberty, Harry Styles exuberantly closed out his "Together, Together" residency on Halloween night.
Harry Styles gets a surprise from Jalen Brunson at 'Harryween' show
NEW YORK – Amid a sea of witches, Waldos and Statues of Liberty, Harry Styles exuberantly closed out his "Together, Together" residency on Halloween night.
Do The Miami Heat Need To Make A Trade?
Despite landing Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Miami Heat’s aging roster and chemistry issues have sparked urgency. Could Pat Riley target stars like to salvage a potentially closing championship window.
Bob Chesney’s Blunt Reaction to UCLA Attendance Questions Turns Heads
UCLA head coach Bob Chesney has guided the No. 7 Bruins to a stellar 8-0 Start and a top-10 national ranking. The historic program is thriving on the field under his leadership, following a dominant 27-0 shutout victory over Nevada on Saturday. Yet the newly appointed leader faced a quiet reality at home stadium. Addressing […] The post Bob Chesney’s Blunt Reaction to UCLA Attendance Questions Turns Heads appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
You’ll Never Guess How Scalpers Are Reportedly Snagging Rare iPhone Duos
AI bots are apparently a factor.
Roma Boss Delivers Worrying "Confidence" Verdict Before Man Utd Tie
Manchester United return to Champions League action against Roma on Tuesday evening.
A record number of health professionals are running for office. Could they help heal US politics?
By Jen Christensen, CNN (CNN) — At least 125 doctors, nurses and public health experts are on the ballot for Tuesday’s midterm elections — an
A record number of health professionals are running for office. Could they help heal US politics?
At least 125 doctors, nurses and public health experts are on the ballot for Tuesday’s midterm elections — an unprecedented number from fields that historically offered fewer paths to elected office than boardrooms and courtrooms.
A record number of health professionals are running for office. Could they help heal US politics?
By Jen Christensen, CNN (CNN) — At least 125 doctors, nurses and public health experts are on the ballot for Tuesday’s midterm elections — an
A record number of health professionals are running for office. Could they help heal US politics?
At least 125 doctors, nurses and public health experts are on the ballot for Tuesday’s midterm elections — an unprecedented number from fields that historically offered fewer paths to elected office than boardrooms and courtrooms.
Deep Dive: Dr. Charles Harris Jr., Spurs Sports & Entertainment
Bringing technology to the big leagues.
Route 7 fills the bill for thrills for family entertainment, event space
Go-karts zoom around curves, guests glide on the zipline above, and people of all ages try their hand at one of the 80 arcade machines.
Bundesliga run continues in style
5-1 win at home over Austria LustenauIn Matchday 11 of the ADMIRAL Bundesliga, we not only remained unbeaten but also secured an impressive 5–1 home win against SC Austria Lustenau - having dominate...
Politics questions? Ask Karen Tumulty.
Join our chief political correspondent for her next live chat on Monday, Nov. 2 at 1:30 p.m. Eastern time.
UN closes Somalia mission, ending three decades of political engagement
The United Nations has closed its political mission in Somalia, ending more than three decades of efforts to help the country rebuild after civil war.The United Nations Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNTMIS) ceased operations on Saturday after completing a two-year transition requested by the Somali government, the mission said in a statement on X.Its responsibilities have been gradually transferred to Somali institutions, UN agencies and the UN office supporting African Union (AU)
Why 2026 Is a Health Care Election
_Ypsilanti, Michigan_THE MIDTERM ELECTION IS ABOUT a lot of things: gas prices and groceries, the spread of corruption, and the future of democracy. And yet, as much as any single issue, it’s about health care. You can tell by listening to all the Democrats talking about high deductibles, drug costs, and insurance companies as they campaign around the country. Or you can tell by reading all the public-opinion surveys in which voters consistently rank health care as one of their top concerns. But if you really want to know why this is a health care election, your best source isn’t the politicians or the pollsters. It’s the people on the front lines. One of them is Raymond Rion, a family medicine physician and executive director of Packard Health, a small network of clinics spanning Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti on the western outskirts of the Detroit metro area. Packard is what’s known as a Federally Qualified Health Center, where anybody can get care regardless of income or insurance status. And like similar safety-net providers all over America, for the past decade it has benefited directly from the Affordable Care Act. “We almost went bankrupt in 2011,” Rion told me in a conversation last week, recalling how in the old days staff at Packard would work the phones furiously to get supplies and find specialists who would take referrals. Now many more patients have either Medicaid or private coverage they’ve purchased through HealthCare.gov, the online marketplace that the law created, so that the proportion of uninsured patients has fallen from around one in three to one in ten. It’s a lot easier to find referrals for these insured patients, though thanks to the infusion of paying customers Packard can do much more on its own. In particular, Rion said, the organization has opened two new branches, started a pharmacy, begun offering prenatal services, and vastly expanded behavioral health care by bringing on a half-dozen new doctors, nurses, and case workers. Now a retrenchment is underway. Coverage options on the HealthCare.gov marketplace got more expensive because Donald Trump and the Republicans refused to renew temporary subsidies that had been reducing the price of insurance. On top of that, the first cuts to Medicaid as part of last year’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” are starting to take effect. Rion told me Packard has already laid off a provider in anticipation of less revenue next year.1 Patient volume is down, he went on to explain, in part because uninsured patients sometimes avoid care altogether out of fear a single visit will lead to more treatments with more bills. And postponing care in that way can have serious medical consequences, as his colleague Ron Romero told me. “So you have somebody with diabetes, their chronic condition isn’t getting cared for,” said Romero, who like Rion is a family physician. “Their sugars rise, and they end up having other medical problems. Their kidneys start to get damaged. They start to have eye damage. They increase risk for heart attacks and strokes. . . . They end up in the emergency room.” And things are likely to get worse. Partly that’s because next year most of the remaining Medicaid cuts will take full effect, throwing more people off coverage. And partly it’s because forces that have nothing to do with Trump or Republican actions are making medical care more expensive for everyone, including those with employer insurance and Medicare. That will lead to still more people delaying or skipping care, ending up in the emergency rooms, and putting yet more cost pressure on providers. Rion wasn’t taking a position on the election or political parties, he made clear. He was just describing the reality he sees around him: “The whole system is being pressured. Nobody is immune to this stuff.” He’s right. And here’s the thing: This has all happened before. We know happens next.
Inter on the pitch: Nerazzurri's training session
Inter get back to work as they prepare for their next match in the Champions League: the Nerazzurri will take to the pitch on Tuesday 3 November at 21:00 CET away to Feyenoord on the fourth matchday o...
Detroit Lions Could Face Major Secondary Problem Against Vikings
Detroit Lions cornerback Roger McCreary is questionable and Kerby Joseph is out against Minnesota, creating major concerns for Detroit's secondary.
Issue 3 lets us deliver
Economic development is about more than bringing jobs to a community. It is about creating places where people want to live, work, raise their families, and build their futures. In...
Issue 3 lets us deliver
Economic development is about more than bringing jobs to a community. It is about creating places where people want to live, work, raise their families, and build their futures. In...
Todd McLellan Sends Blunt Warning After Red Wings’ Stunning Collapse
Todd McLellan calls out the Detroit Red Wings after blowing a two-goal third-period lead in a stunning 5-4 loss to the St. Louis Blues.
Georgia’s Kirby Smart Raises Major Concern After Win Over Florida
Kirby Smart was asked in his postgame news conference at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Saturday if the injury toll across the SEC this season feels different, and his answer reached well past the injury report. The question followed the No. 3 Georgia Bulldogs’ 27-8 win over the No. 17 Florida Gators, a rivalry game played in […] The post Georgia’s Kirby Smart Raises Major Concern After Win Over Florida appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
Green Party at a "crossroads", says former co-leader Adrian Ramsay
Adrian Ramsay suggested the party needs to focus on its "core values", including environmental issues.
Colorado has become a hotbed of democracy innovation
We’re just two days from the midterms and a very consequential vote for both Colorado and the country. But don’t expect the midterms to fix everything that is roiling Colorado politics and democracy in general. No matter how the vote turns out Tuesday, there are deep structural issues that still need to be addressed, said […]
Week 8 NFL schedule, scores, live updates: A.J. Brown questionable; Lamar Jackson, Saquon Barkley to play
Iowa Football Proves It's Above Wisconsin Yet Again
Kirk Ferentz continues to prove he's a mastermind at responding after losses. The Hawkeyes are head and shoulders above this Badger program right now.
Poll: Voters demand change and a check on Trump, fueling a steep Democratic midterm advantage
Trump’s disapproval rating hits a record high of 60% in a new national NBC News poll, and Democrats have a 7-point lead in the battle for Congress ahead of Tuesday’s elections.
PS Plus Technically Giving Away 5 Free Games on November 3
PlayStation Plus subscribers are technically being treated to five free games come Tuesday, November 3.
Dallas business giants help bankroll $360,000 push for homelessness tax
Voters will decide Tuesday whether to increase the county property tax rate indefinitely to generate about $100 million a year for homeless services.
7 Simple Recipes to Get Plant-Based Protein at Every Meal, Approved By a Dietitian
Adding plant protein to your meals will also naturally add fiber, vitamins, minerals and more nutrients to your overall diet.
GUEST OPINION: State’s income tax debate must include business growth
Economic development talk in southern Colorado usually centers on landing the next big employer. That work matters. But some of our best opportunities are already here: the local contractor ready to add a crew, the manufacturer pricing out new equipment, the owner thinking about opening a second location. None of those are easy calls. Each […]
Who's enforcing the rules on billions in political spending?
Super PACs can spend unlimited amounts of money to influence elections, but they’re prohibited from coordinating that spending with candidates’ campaigns. In the fourth episode of Follow the Money, we examine how campaigns and outside groups navigate those rules, the controversial practice known as redboxing, and why vacancies and staffing shortages at the Federal Election Commission have raised serious questions about oversight of political spending.
Guest Column: Georgia has a history of faith-inspired leaders. Which vision will govern?
Many of Georgia's top elected officials were guided by their faith in how they did politics. Keisha Lance Bottoms plans to do the same if elected as governor.
Obamacare continues to shrink as enrollment opens for 2027
Holly Hendricks, who is battling an autoimmune disease that leaves her with open wounds down to the muscle, did everything she could to maintain her Affordable Care Act coverage after the enhanced premium subsidies lapsed at the start of this year.
How to follow along with CNN’s election coverage
Millions of voters will cast their ballots Tuesday in an election that will decide the balance of power in Congress and set the tone for President Donald Trump’s remaining two years in the White House.
Column: Don’t let political fatigue have the last word, so get out and vote
As easy as it is to get tired of all the political noise, Tuesday’s election is the best chance for your voice to be heard.
Charles County Health Department Faces Potential Cuts As Demand For Services Grows
LA PLATA, Md. — Charles County’s health department is preparing for a potential 12% cut to the Local Behavioral Health Authority while working to expand access to care for residents. The state requested a plan for the possible reduction, commissioners learned during a biannual health department briefing Tuesday, Oct. 27. According to the Charles County […]
Winner and Loser of the Week in Florida politics
Angie Nixon fumbles a Cuba question, dirty tricksters target voters, and the Florida Trib staffs up.
No. 6 Lady Vols volleyball hits the road
The No. 6 Tennessee volleyball team continues conference play this weekend, with a pair of road matches against No. 17 Texas A&M and Missouri. Friday's match against Texas A&M will begin at 7:30 p.m. ET and be streamed on SEC Network+. Sunday's contest against Missouri will start at 2:30 p.m. ET and be televised on ESPN.
All your bond-market questions answered as rising rates roil markets
"I can't see long rates materially lower from here with inflation where it is, how sticky it is," says bond investor John Sheehan.
5 Reminders to Help Protect Your Business from Holiday Fraud
Before the holiday rush, help your team spot suspicious emails, verify payment requests and keep safeguards in place.
Democrats Want to Prove They Can Win in the Rapidly Changing South
The electoral math could become difficult for Southern Democrats, especially if they lag on Tuesday: An influx of new residents means the party that controls Southern states is likely to gain political power after the next census.
Unaffiliated voters are the fastest-growing group in Pennsylvania. They can decide who controls Congress.
Roughly 78,000 Pennsylvanians have registered as unaffiliated in the last 12 months. These voters will wield huge power in Tuesday's election.
Clues emerge on why colon cancer may be harder to treat in young people
New research could offer targets for future studies and new treatments.
SpaceX's AI Business Is Exploding, but Is It Worth the Price?
Investors should ask some key questions about SpaceX before getting swept up in the AI excitement.
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 […]
Champions League, Feyenoord vs. Inter: Pre-Match Schedule
On Tuesday 3 November at 21:00 CET, Inter will face Feyenoord in Rotterdam on Matchday 4 of the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League league phase.Below is the schedule of press conferences and training sessi...
Mario Kart World reaches 60 FPS on PC with experimental Switch 2 emulator
Experimental Switch 2 emulator Eglantine reportedly runs Mario Kart World at up to 60 FPS on PC following recent Eden-NX2 updates. GPU memory fixes improve compatibility, but crashes and shader issues remain.
Chicago Bears’ Caleb Williams Earns $1,075 Million In Base Salary
Chicago Bears Quarterback, Caleb Williams, is the team leader of a Bears team that is rolling along in their quest to make the playoffs in 2026.
Heidi Klum reveals Halloween costume as her iconic party marks 25 years
Heidi Klum underwent a bloody transformation to become a giant, gruesome severed hand for Halloween. Klum unveiled her costume Saturday as her iconic costume party marked 25 years in New York. Klum...
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 […]
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 […]
Matchday Musings: Second Guessing What Happens Next
Is a parting of ways an inevitable step, now that Sunderland have crashed again?
Cayuga Nation Hosts Seneca County Chamber Business After Hours Event
Over 50 guests from four Finger Lakes chambers gathered October 21 at the Cayuga Nation Community Center in Seneca Falls, exploring Nation businesses.
Connections: Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for Nov. 1, 2026, puzzle No. 769
Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
Wendy Brown, political scientist: ‘Our organization of life is unsustainable and we know it’
The California philosopher, one of the leading figures in her field, argues for a reparative democracy centered on collective care to help repair the damage caused by neoliberalism
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 .
Heidi Klum reveals Halloween costume as her iconic party marks 25 years
Heidi Klum underwent a bloody transformation to become a giant, gruesome severed hand for Halloween.
Heidi Klum reveals Halloween costume as her iconic party marks 25 years
Heidi Klum underwent a bloody transformation to become a giant, gruesome severed hand for Halloween.
‘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.
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.
Is there a presidential election in Arizona this year? Some think so
A county official in Arizona had to remind voters there is no presidential election in 2026 after repeated questions.
Nikita Kucherov’s Agent Already Has Team Lined Up [Report]
Nikita Kucherov’s agent, Dan Milstein, confirmed that his client will continue playing for the Tampa Bay Lightning while his trade request situation is resolved. That said, one insider connected to the Edmonton Oilers believes that Milstein has already been working behind the scenes on a trade destination.Bob Stauffer, the Oilers’ color commentator and host of […] The post Nikita Kucherov’s Agent Already Has Team Lined Up [Report] appeared first on HEAVY.
Canelo Alvarez has plenty of big boxing nights left — his performance against Christian M'billi proved it
Heading into Saturday night's main event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and live on DAZN PPV, questions swi...
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.
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