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Gerald Rosen backs Bankole Thompson’s book on America at 250
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Former federal Chief Judge Gerald E. Rosen has endorsed journalist Bankole Thompson’s forthcoming book, which uses Frederick Douglass to examine democracy, justice and America’s future as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary.
CLARK Material Handling adds three dealers across the U.S.
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CLARK Material Handling Company has added Klink Equipment, Colorado Lift Equipment and Mid Florida Forklift to its dealer network, expanding coverage in Wisconsin, Michigan, Colorado and Florida.
MR. 1204 lands new Rocstar and Warner Music Group distribution deal for August single
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MR. 1204 will release his new single “Why You Mad” worldwide on Aug. 7, 2026, marking his first official release under a new distribution partnership with Rocstar and ada/Warner Music Group.
NTLA cheers Supreme Court tax sale ruling in Pung v. Isabella County
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The National Tax Lien Association praised a June 26, 2026 U.S. Supreme Court decision that said governments must return surplus proceeds from tax sales but do not have to pay former owners based on hypothetical fair market value.
PMO Partners’ Brian Abrams shares conference-led growth playbook on The Elite Recruiters Podcast
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Brian Abrams, president and founder of PMO Partners, appeared on The Elite Recruiters Podcast to discuss how his staffing firm grew revenue 4x by shifting away from cold email and toward in-person conference relationships.
Jenison preschool raises $5,676 for Make-A-Wish
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The Learning Experience in Jenison, Michigan, raised $5,676 in April through its annual “Let’s Grant Wishes” campaign for Make-A-Wish. The effort turned classroom philanthropy into a hands-on lesson in empathy while adding to a nationwide total of…
The Learning Experience in Troy raises $5,003 for Make-A-Wish
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Preschoolers, families and staff at The Learning Experience in Troy, Michigan, raised $5,003 during an April campaign for Make-A-Wish. The effort blends fundraising with early childhood lessons on kindness, empathy and community service.
Clarkston preschool raises $10,133 for Make-A-Wish
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The Learning Experience in Village of Clarkston, Michigan, raised $10,133 during its monthlong April “Let’s Grant Wishes” campaign to support Make-A-Wish. The effort blended fundraising with classroom lessons on kindness and empathy, and it is…
Sheila Bonner promoted to general manager at Kavis Pharma
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Sheila Bonner has been named general manager at Kavis Pharma in Sugar Land, Texas, after more than 26 years in pharmaceuticals.
LV5 Capital adds 729 Sunbelt units to multifamily portfolio
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LV5 Capital has expanded beyond the Midwest with co-investments in Texas and Oklahoma communities totaling 729 units.
Oxford Hill Partners launches AI career defense plans for administrative assistants
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Oxford Hill Partners has launched AICareerDefense.com, a paid platform that gives administrative assistants customized 12-month plans to help them adapt to AI-driven workplace automation.
Montana West Sports launches MLB All-Star and America 250 collections
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Montana West Sports unveiled two limited-edition bag collections tied to MLB All-Star Week in Philadelphia and the U.S. semiquincentennial, with sales live now online and a pop-up planned at Citizens Bank Park during All-Star Week. The drop leans…
Sculpt Pilates opens second studio in Troy with free introductory classes
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Sculpt Pilates opened a new reformer Pilates studio in Troy, Michigan, on June 22, expanding beyond its Detroit location.
Midwest House brings summit back to Grand Rapids in December
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Midwest House will return its annual summit to Grand Rapids on Dec. 2-3, 2026, after a sold-out inaugural event there and a new stop in Columbus.
Sacha Awwa launches marketing guide ahead of Miami summit
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Sacha Awwa has released Empower Your Marketing and is teeing up a Miami summit this fall for founders looking to fix their marketing from the ground up. The book and event center on her argument that many businesses do not have a marketing problem…
Medical Marketing Whiz partners with Boulevard to give med spas partner pricing and unified operations
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Medical Marketing Whiz has partnered with Boulevard to give med spas and wellness clinics an integrated platform for booking, charting, payments, memberships and reminders, plus partner pricing through the agency.
PayGrouper launches bill-payment savings platform
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PayGrouper is offering consumers a way to lower eligible utility, internet, phone and car-insurance bills before checkout.
Optimal Facility Services expands nationwide from Kalamazoo base
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Father-and-son founders Ronald Tran and Cameron Tran have launched Optimal Facility Services as a nationwide commercial cleaning and facility-services company, extending a Kalamazoo business model built on accountability and family-first service….
Mobility City adds new owners, markets and ad support
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Mobility City Holdings is expanding with new franchise-owner training, fresh market openings and a six-month national advertising push backed by major manufacturers.
IPPY Awards name 2026 medalists
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The Independent Publisher Book Awards announced its 2026 medalists in Traverse City, Michigan, marking the program’s 30th year and highlighting independently published books from 15 countries.
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