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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Legislators Share Plans with S. C. Businesses

In Columbia, business leaders from across South Carolina gathered to hear from state legislators about their plans for the upcoming session. The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce hosted this event, giving lawmakers a chance to share their goals and vision for the state. House Minority Leader Todd

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Jan 16 2025BUSINESS

Women Athletes in Business: Maria Sharapova's Inspiring Journey

Maria Sharapova, the former tennis pro, has always been about more than just sports. She's now using her voice to highlight how female athletes are making waves in the business world. In an article for The Business of Fashion, she talks about how athletes like Serena Williams and Naomi Osaka are sho

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Jan 16 2025SPORTS

Dak Prescott's Mixed Feelings on Coach McCarthy's Exit

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott has mixed feelings about coach Mike McCarthy's departure. He praised McCarthy as a "great dude" and felt blessed to play under him. However, Prescott acknowledged the business side of the NFL when discussing McCarthy's exit. Last year, Prescott had his most e

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Jan 16 2025SCIENCE

Printing Plastics in Space: The Future of Sustainable Manufacturing

Ever dreamed of making things on demand, just like in those sci-fi movies? Well, that dream is becoming a reality, thanks to major strides in chemistry and engineering. Hobbyists with 3D printers and industrial pros alike are getting a taste of this future through rapid prototyping and modular manuf

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Jan 15 2025POLITICS

La Grange Officials Ponder Downtown Coworking Plan

La Grange officials recently expressed their doubts about a proposal to bring coworking space and a small restaurant to downtown. The village wants to keep downtown vibrant with restaurants and shops, hoping to boost sales tax income. Brick & Mortar, which runs coworking spaces in other suburbs, wan

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Jan 15 2025CRIME

Pontiac Office Shocker: A Mysterious Death

On Monday night, in the heart of Pontiac, Michigan, an extraordinary event unfolded. At around 8:15 pm, an office on University Drive, near Cameron Avenue, became the site of a tragic discovery. A 66-year-old man named Sam Sinko was found dead by his business partner. The local authorities are now d

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Jan 15 2025BUSINESS

Farewell to Social: A Family's Culinary Journey Ends

After 30 years, the Qiku family has decided to close their beloved Social Bar & Restaurant in Somerville, New Jersey. This wasn't a sudden closure but a planned retirement for John and Peggy Qiku, the founders of the restaurant. Originally named Ciao Bello, the restaurant started as an Italian eater

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Jan 14 2025POLITICS

BlackRock's Exit: Timing or Trend?

BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, has decided to exit the "Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative. " This group, backed by the UN, aims to combat climate change. The decision comes as the city of Los Angeles faces devastating wildfires. Are woke policies to blame? Let's rewind. A few years

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Jan 14 2025BUSINESS

COVID-19's Hit on Small Businesses: A Deep Dive into North Carolina

As the COVID-19 pandemic swept through the nation, it posed new hurdles for businesses and worker safety. In response, a team of experts from various fields conducted the COVID-19 Worksite Impact Survey. This survey aimed to understand how the pandemic was affecting small and medium businesses in te

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Jan 14 2025BUSINESS

Texas Leads Business Bankruptcies, Houston Court Rebounds Post-Scandal

In 2024, Texas emerged as the top state for business bankruptcies in the U. S. Surprisingly, Houston saw a dip in filings due to a scandal at the courthouse. The Southern District of Texas, known for its intricate bankruptcy cases, experienced a drop in filings after a judge stepped down. However, i

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