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Jun 13 2026BUSINESS

From Childhood Dreams to Media Mogul: Byron Allen's Unusual Path

Byron Allen's journey from a kid cleaning up roller skates in Detroit to controlling TV time slots millions watch is pretty unusual. His story starts in a family-run roller rink where he learned early that hard work beats just talent. Moving to LA at 7 wasn’t a planned vacation - riots in Detroit af

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Jun 12 2026OPINION

Golf is no longer just a men's game

For years, golf was seen as a sport mostly for men, especially when it came to business networking. You'd often hear stories about deals being made and connections forged on the green. But something’s changing now. Women are stepping onto the course in bigger numbers than ever before. Back in 2019,

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Jun 11 2026FINANCE

Key Money Moves That Keep Expansion From Tanking Your Business

Steady growth feels sweet until the bills pile up faster than expected. Many businesses add staff, chase new markets, and launch products only to hit cash-flow potholes weeks later. Solid finance guidance isn’t about crunching numbers; it’s about matching everyday decisions—hiring, pricing, supplier

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Jun 09 2026BUSINESS

New Leader at The Independent: A Fresh Push for Growth

The Independent has tapped Chris Anthony to head its North American division, starting on June 8. He will manage the region’s entire profit and loss, covering both content creation and commercial activities, and report directly to global CEO Christian Broughton. Anthony comes from Gallery Media G

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Jun 09 2026BUSINESS

Franchising: A Reality Check Before You Expand

When owners dream of franchising, they often imagine instant growth and easy money. In truth, franchising is a test of the business’s core health. If the single shop isn’t profitable, copying it will only spread the same problems. A founder’s personal touch can keep a local venture alive, but tha

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Jun 09 2026CELEBRITIES

From Bit Parts to Big Screen

Kelly Reilly spent over a decade knocking on doors in the entertainment world. She took jobs that paid the bills while waiting for roles that matched her skills. Small appearances in British crime dramas like Poirot and The Ruth Rendell Mysteries showed her face on screens, but fame stayed out of re

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Jun 07 2026BUSINESS

From Cleaning Floors to Building Dreams: The Rise of an Española Family Business

In 1994, Eric Quintana, a local resident of Española, got an unexpected opportunity that changed his life. A friend needed a cleaner for their office, and with Christmas approaching, Quintana saw a chance to earn extra money for his two sons' dream gift—a Bigfoot electric truck. Without hesitation,

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Jun 06 2026BUSINESS

Newcomers to the Fortune 500: Where these 12 companies started from

Twelve companies just joined the Fortune 500, a list that ranks America’s biggest businesses by revenue. To qualify, each had to bring in at least $7. 5 billion in 2026. Their paths to the list show how tech, healthcare, and energy are reshaping what it means to be a corporate giant. Some of these

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Jun 06 2026SPORTS

Tech softball's rise: How a team turned Lubbock into a hotspot for the sport

Back in the late 1990s, softball in Lubbock barely got a second glance. Few games aired on the radio, and the sport struggled to compete with baseball for attention. Fast forward to today, and the Texas Tech softball team has flipped the script. Fans now plan their schedules around games, with stand

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Jun 05 2026POLITICS

Growth in South Carolina: Planning for a Sustainable Future

South Carolina’s Lowcountry is attracting new residents with its beaches, history, and lifestyle. This surge in popularity brings opportunities but also strains old roads and bridges built for smaller crowds. Without smart planning now, the very qualities that draw people here could fade over time.

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