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Jul 19 2025BUSINESS

Local Grocery Chain Honored for Community Impact

In a recent event, Cingari Family Markets received a notable award from the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce. This award, called Business of the Year, highlights the company's positive influence on the community and its economic contributions. The ceremony took place at the Black Rock Yacht Club in Bridgeport, where Tom Cingari Jr. accepted the award on behalf of the fa...

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Jun 27 2025BUSINESS

A Hero for Small Businesses

In the middle of the COVID-19 storm, one person stood out. Saint Hung, the head of a financial tech company in New York City, did something amazing. He and his team helped over 35, 000 Asian American-owned businesses stay afloat. They did this by giving out protective gear, financial advice, digital tools, and resources in many languages. At a recent event, around 2...

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May 25 2025LIFESTYLE

A Local Hero Leads the Way

The Fourth of July parade in Coeur d’Alene is a big deal. Everyone turns out to watch it. This year, Charlie Nipp is the grand marshal. He has a long history with the parade. As a kid, he walked with his parents to watch it. He always wondered who the grand marshal was. Now, he is the grand marshal. Nipp is not sure he deserves the honor. He thinks there are ...

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