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EquipmentShare Celebrates Grand Opening of New Branch in Oregon — Part of a Statewide Expansion Exceeding $185 Million
State, regional and local officials to join a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Redmond to kick off statewide expansion in the Beaver State. The company plans to open five new locations, create as many as 120 jobs and invest more than $185 million...
CPI Card Group® Celebrates Grand Opening of New Fort Wayne Production Facility on Oct. 23
FORT WAYNE, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 23, 2025-- CPI Card Group Inc. (Nasdaq: PMTS) (“CPI” or “the Company”), a payments technology company providing a comprehensive range of payment cards and related digital solutions, hosted the grand opening...
Ward 7 Councilor Rhonda Serre steps down to take teaching job with Pittsfield Public Schools
Pittsfield's Ward 7 Councilor Rhonda Serre, pictured here in December 2024, announced her resignation from the council to take a teaching position at Pittsfield Public Schools at Tuesday's Committee of the Whole meeting. GILLIAN HECK — THE...
From a podcast room to career office, T.W. Lewis Center aims for student success
Tom Lewis (center) cuts the ribbon to officially open the T.W. Lewis Center for Student Success along with (from left) Mark Petroff, center director; John Kaites, CCOB dean; Brian Mueller, GCU president; and Steve Smith, T.W. Lewis Foundation...
Boise State marketing officer leaves for Vermont job
Another member of Marlene Tromp’s inner circle is following the former Boise State University president to Vermont. Lauren Griswold, Boise State’s chief communications and marketing officer, will take a similar position at the University of...
‘Impersonator used my account for UK job scam’ — Bukky…
Bukky Wright, the Nollywood actress, has cautioned her fans and the public regarding a surge of fake social media accounts operating under her name. The veteran actress revealed that the impostors are actively attempting to defraud unsuspecting...
Trader Joe’s sets opening date for Woodbridge store
Nautically themed grocery chain Trader Joe’s is preparing to unveil its 20th store in New Jersey. Located at 675 Route 1 South in Woodbridge, the 10,691-square-foot outpost is scheduled to open Oct. 29. Moments before the 9 a.m. grand opening, the...
Bukky Wright Warns Fans Against Fake Accounts, Disowns Fraudulent UK Job Offer
Nollywood actress Bukky Wright has cautioned her fans to be alert following the creation of fake social media accounts. According to her, the account is using her name to deceive people with a false UK job offer. Naija News reports that the...
Hamilton County leaders celebrate opening of crisis stabilization facility
(THE REPORTER) — Hamilton County officials, healthcare partners, and community leaders gathered Wednesday, Oct. 22 to celebrate the grand opening of the new Rely Center, a 23-hour crisis stabilization facility designed to provide urgent mental...
‘Opening the Door’ to Advanced Manufacturing Opportunities
SALEM, Ohio – Advanced manufacturing has the possibility to transform how many things are designed and manufactured, but harnessing that technology locally to change industries and education takes knowledge and collaboration. For small- and...
The one autumn garden job I never forget to do before Bonfire Night as a gardens editor – it could save hedgehogs' lives
Once upon a time, I loved fireworks. They were fizzing bath bombs in the sky, snap, crackle and popping with such colour and ferocity that it all but squeezed the breath out of my lungs. Nowadays, though, I know about their dark side – which is...
New loos, changing rooms ready for opening
The first of several civic and community upgrades for a southern seaside mecca will open formally tomorrow. Visitors to Kākā Point in the Catlins will soon be able to don their togs, spend a penny and put a smile on youngsters’ faces in modernised...
Dublin City Schools, school board sued over job cuts
The Professional Association of Georgia Educators has filed a breach of contract lawsuit against the Dublin City Schools and the Dublin City Board of Education over a teacher’s termination as part of the struggling system’s deficit reduction plan....
Secret Service Kept Agent Protecting Kamala’s Family Despite Failed Fitness Tests, Holding Crazy Side Job
DEI policies at the Secret Service under the Biden administration were so absurd that the agency reportedly retained a female agent who repeatedly failed physical fitness tests while she was moonlighting as a plus-size model. It's hard to believe...
Washington Employers: Prepare for Hiring Practice Shifts as New Background Check Requirements Take Effect in 2026 + 2027
Takeaways The amended Washington Fair Chance Act prohibits employers from requesting an individual’s criminal background information before a conditional offer of employment is made. All employers are covered by the new law, and the new...
Lionel Messi signs new long-term contract with Inter Miami taking career into his 40s
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Paul Finebaum remains sold on one name for Florida opening
Paul Finebaum has weighed in on the Florida Gators’ head coaching search, and he already has a frontrunner. During an appearance on ESPN’s Get Up Wednesday, the longtime college football analyst said Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin should be considered...
How employers can reduce the economic impact of untreated mental illness on their staff
If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline to connect with a counselor. A recent study quantifies the economic impact of untreated mental illness in southwest Ohio at an estimated $30 billion every...
EquipmentShare Celebrates Grand Opening of New Branch in Oregon
State, regional and local officials to join a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Redmond to kick off statewide expansion in the Beaver State. The company plans to open five new locations, create as many as 120 jobs and invest more than $185 million...
Position preview for Nevada football versus Boise State: Who has the edge where?
Nevada Sports Net columnist Chris Murray breaks down Nevada’s football game against Boise State on Friday at Mackay Stadium with a position-by-position analysis. Boise State (5-2, 3-0 MW) at Nevada (1-6, 0-3) When: Friday, 7 p.m. Where: Mackay...