Plastic bags, batteries, and glass jars are clogging Roseburg’s recycling stream, according to waste expert Dori John. While the city’s co-mingled system simplifies collection for households, the inclusion of non-recyclable materials is forcing facility shutdowns and creating significant safety risks for workers processing the city's waste.
With the entire service territory under a state-issued drought watch, Maryland American Water is calling on residential customers to curb nonessential water use. Despite recent rainfall, officials report that hot summer temperatures and sustained high demand have significantly strained source water levels across the region.
Boulder-based WorkBright is challenging the industry’s labor-intensive status quo by pairing artificial intelligence with human oversight to manage I-9 forms. The new service, WorkBright+, promises a 50% reduction in costs while assuming full financial liability for errors, marking a shift in how companies handle employment eligibility verification.
BetMGM and Marriott Bonvoy are reviving their collaborative sweepstakes, offering one lucky winner and eleven guests an all-expenses-paid trip to Las Vegas for a fantasy football draft party. The event will feature actor and comedian Rob Riggle, who is set to provide live commentary as the league makes its picks.
Nicosia-based financial firm Xryma Plc has confirmed the upcoming release of XrymaCoin (XREUR), a euro-denominated stablecoin operating under the European Union’s MiCAR framework. The company officially notified the Central Bank of Cyprus of its whitepaper in late June, signaling a new approach to digital payment instruments.
Marking Disability Pride Month, Blue Shield of California has secured the status of World’s Top Disability Inclusive Business on the 2026 Disability Index. The nonprofit health plan earned the honor by achieving a top score in an evaluation of corporate accessibility, internal culture, and leadership commitment.
After two decades navigating the complexities of bankruptcy and corporate restructuring, veteran advisor Mitch Ryan has moved to Tiger Commercial & Industrial. Based in Los Angeles, he takes on the role of Senior Director of Business Development, tasked with expanding the firm’s reach among insolvency professionals and turnaround specialists.
On September 10, the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northwest Suburbs will open its new 40,000-square-foot facility at 770 Navajo Drive. The $13.2 million Woodlands Teen Impact Center aims to serve 550 middle and high school students, offering specialized training in skilled trades, robotics, and professional culinary arts.
Choosing between an all-inclusive venue and a DIY vendor approach hinges on how much control a couple wants to exert over their wedding day. Michelle Benson, a venue expert at The Pinery at the Hill in Colorado Springs, suggests that aligning personal planning style with venue support is the primary factor for success.
With historic drought conditions gripping the Commonwealth, Virginia American Water has requested that residential customers voluntarily cut back on nonessential usage. The appeal follows state-issued drought warnings, as record-low precipitation and peak summer demand strain water source levels across the company's entire service territory.
Former Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin has been appointed to the board of directors at Norfolk-based AIR Control Concepts. The move unites Youngkin with his long-time friend, AIR CEO Brad Hobbs, as the company accelerates its expansion across North America and Europe with a portfolio of over 45 operating firms.
Investors who purchased Hertz Global Holdings common stock between May 7 and June 23, 2026, face a critical deadline to join a newly filed class action lawsuit. Rosen Law Firm, representing the plaintiffs, has set September 22, 2026, as the final day for interested parties to petition the court for lead plaintiff status.
Shareholders of Forte Biosciences, Inc. are facing a potential buyout as the company navigates a proposed acquisition by argenx BV. With the deal valued at $77.00 per share in cash, legal scrutiny has emerged regarding whether the transaction represents a fair valuation for those holding common stock in the firm.
Shareholders in four separate corporate entities face looming deadlines as New York-based Monteverde & Associates PC initiates legal inquiries into pending mergers. The firm, led by attorney Juan Monteverde, is scrutinizing the fairness of transactions involving Arcosa, Bio Green Med Solution, Non-Invasive Monitoring Systems, and First Seacoast Bancorp.
Shareholders of Luxfer Holdings PLC are facing a proposed acquisition by affiliates of Wynnchurch Capital L.P. that would see investors receive $17.37 per share in cash, a deal now under scrutiny by the New York-based law firm Monteverde & Associates PC.
Uranium Royalty Corp. has finalized its acquisition of the Sweetwater Entities, a strategic maneuver that transforms the company into a dominant U.S. landholder. By integrating these extensive Wyoming-based royalty assets, the firm aims to leverage its increased scale to bolster uranium exploration while capitalizing on significant trona production.
Arizona’s intense heat, low humidity, and unrelenting sun create a unique set of challenges for hair health. Dr. Sharon A. Keene, a Scottsdale-based hair restoration expert, argues that overcoming these environmental stressors requires a dual approach focused on protecting the scalp barrier and optimizing internal nutrition.
At a private gathering in Rancho Santa Fe, prominent trial attorney John Gomez threw his support behind Xavier Becerra’s gubernatorial bid. The endorsement signals a strategic consolidation of regional influence, as the race for California’s top office intensifies ahead of the crucial November election cycle.
Hollywood-based Geneva Life Holdings has completed its acquisition of Barbados-domiciled Geneva International Insurance, securing a specialized platform for private placement life insurance and annuity products. The deal, finalized in March 2026, integrates GII’s decade of regulatory standing and policy administration into the firm’s broader wealth management and asset services portfolio.
In the saturated vacation rental markets of Panama City Beach and 30A, success hinges on more than just location. According to Wendy Anguiano, CEO of Design & Dwell Homes, property owners must prioritize a cohesive visual identity, high-durability furnishings, and functional layouts to capture guest interest and secure consistent bookings.
San Diego-based ICOHS College has launched three specialized certificate programs aimed at embedding artificial intelligence literacy into business operations and medical administration. The nonprofit institution developed these tracks to address a widening gap in the labor market, where employers increasingly demand AI fluency alongside traditional professional skill sets.
The Central American Bank for Economic Integration has secured a long-term issuer rating upgrade from Moody's, moving from Aa3 to Aa2. This shift, paired with a new positive outlook, marks the seventh favorable rating action for the institution since 2025, underscoring its strengthening institutional governance and capital adequacy.
“Choosing a school is not just about where a child will spend the next year; it is about shaping their future,” says Michelle Smith, founder of the Independent Education Group. As back-to-school season approaches, parents are moving away from traditional district assignments to weigh charter, private, and specialized alternatives.
Rawad Elias, the Vice President and Medical Director of Cancer Services at Baystate Health, has been named a Fellow of the American Society of Clinical Oncology. The distinction honors his long-term volunteer leadership, advocacy, and educational contributions to the field, marking one of the highest recognitions within the oncology community.
The U.S. Postal Service Board of Governors convenes for an open session on Friday, August 7, at 3 p.m. ET. The meeting will take place in the Benjamin Franklin Room at the agency’s Washington, D.C. headquarters, located at 475 L'Enfant Plaza SW, with public attendance invited.
Maintenance workers at the South Dakota State Penitentiary voted overwhelmingly to join Teamsters Local 120, marking a significant victory against administrative pressure. The staff, responsible for the upkeep of the state's largest correctional facility, chose to unionize to secure an enforceable contract and gain a collective voice in workplace negotiations.
With median home prices in Franklin Lakes ranging from $2.1 million to $3.1 million, buyers face a fierce, low-inventory environment where properties often trade at 102 percent of their asking price. Real estate expert Jim Reitz of The Reitz Group argues that success in this Bergen County enclave requires more than timing the market.
Nearly 15,000 gold futures contracts changed hands during the first weekend of CME Group’s new 24/7 trading schedule, representing roughly $60 million in notional value. This initial surge highlights a growing appetite among retail traders for round-the-clock access to regulated precious metals markets outside traditional business hours.
The American College of Lifestyle Medicine has secured Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education, a status that empowers the organization to independently certify its own training programs for healthcare teams across multiple disciplines, marking a shift away from its previous reliance on external institutional partnerships.
Determining the exact amount needed to achieve financial independence requires more than a simple calculation. Financial planning expert Greg Harrison argues that a realistic savings target must account for shifting personal expenses, the eroding power of inflation, and the supplementary role of pensions or Social Security benefits.
