FRENCH BROAD RIVER VALLEY

Apr 26 2026FINANCE

Car Buying Made Easy With Low‑Rate Loans

Broadview Credit Union is hosting a car sale from April 19 to 30. During this period shoppers can browse more than 35 local dealerships online or in person and find new or used cars with a range of optional extras. If you decide to buy, the credit union offers loans that can start as low as a

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Apr 04 2026BUSINESS

Broadcom Picks New Finance Leader for June 2026

Broadcom has set a clear timetable for swapping its chief financial officer. The current CFO, Kirsten M. Spears, will step down on June 12, 2026 after more than five years in the post. She will stay on for a transition period and then serve as an advisor for nine months to help her successor a

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Apr 03 2026OPINION

Safety Tech Helps Keep Riverton Secure

Riverton’s council members often think about how to protect the town and its families. A violent crime in the neighborhood a little over two years ago made everyone feel unsafe. After that, people called for help and worried about children playing outside or being alone at home. The town’s

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Feb 17 2026CRIME

Neighbors Take Action: How a Small Community Thwarted Crime with Signs and Cameras

Valley Glen, a quiet part of the San Fernando Valley, has seen its residents step up to keep their streets safe. Facing a surge of break‑ins linked to gangs from South America, homeowners installed 22 warning signs and set up infrared license‑plate readers plus video cameras. The initiative reported

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Feb 15 2026EDUCATION

Students Gain Real‑World Skills Through School Business Club

Valley High’s business club, DECA, is turning ordinary classes into real‑world training. The club has grown fast in its third year, thanks to teacher Nick DeFrancesco’s guidance. Students meet after school and sometimes more often, practicing role‑plays and case studies that mimic real busines

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Jan 17 2026FINANCE

Broadcom Inc. : A Stock on the Move

Broadcom Inc. stock has been on the rise, catching the attention of investors. This isn't just a random jump; it's part of a broader trend in the tech sector, which has seen a modest gain of 0. 13%. The overall market is a bit mixed, with the S&P 500 up slightly and the Nasdaq down a touch. It's lik

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Jan 09 2026HEALTH

Speeding Up Health Checks: New Tech Comes to Illinois

Riverside Healthcare is bringing in fresh imaging tech to Illinois. This move aims to make health checks quicker and easier for patients. The new tech is part of a team-up with CIVIE, a company that helps run radiology services. This isn't just about new machines. It's about making the whole proces

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Dec 12 2025BUSINESS

Chip Giant Broadcom Faces Market Reality Check

Broadcom, a key player in the AI chip market, recently shared its sales predictions. Investors hoped for huge numbers, but the company's outlook didn't quite match their high expectations. After the announcement, Broadcom's stock took a dip. This happened even though the company has a massive backl

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Dec 12 2025BUSINESS

Broadcom's Stock Takes a Dip Despite Strong Earnings

Broadcom's latest financial report showed impressive results. The company beat expectations for the fourth quarter. They also raised their forecasts for the future. Yet, their stock price did not react as many hoped. This is not uncommon in the stock market. Sometimes, even good news does not boost

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Nov 25 2025HEALTH

Kankakee's Riverside Medical Center Expands Mental Health Care

Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee is investing $28 million to revamp its behavioral health department. This two-year project aims to modernize and expand the facility, which currently serves around 60 patients. The hospital plans to keep the department running during construction. Funding for th

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