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Marlys Neis reflects on a career built around nursing, teaching and resilience
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Marlys Neis is being spotlighted for a career that spans more than five decades in healthcare leadership, education and caregiving, alongside her work as an author and speaker.
World Food Prize names 40 top agri-food pioneers for 2026
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The World Food Prize Foundation has named 40 scientists, policymakers, community builders and innovators as its 2026 Top Agri-food Pioneers.
FoodChain ID expands AI strategy for food and beverage decision-making
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FoodChain ID said June 30, 2026, that it is broadening industry-specific AI tools to help food and beverage companies move faster from product development through commercialization.
First-time homebuyers hit 44-year low, but affordable metros still offer an opening
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First-time buyers fell to 21% of U.S. home purchases, the lowest share since 1981, even as metros like Pittsburgh, Detroit and St. Louis remain within reach for households earning local median incomes.
Century Roofing wins 2026 BBB Torch Award for Ethics
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The Better Business Bureau of the Midwest Plains named Century Roofing a 2026 Torch Award for Ethics recipient, putting the Kansas City roofing company in line for international consideration this fall.
Agricultural robot market seen topping $57 billion by 2030
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The agricultural robot market is projected to rise from $21.23 billion in 2025 to $25.85 billion in 2026, with growth accelerating to $57.18 billion by 2030, according to The Business Research Company.
Midland Plastics names Brian Torres president
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Midland Plastics has appointed manufacturing veteran Brian Torres as president as the New Berlin, Wisconsin company enters its next phase after more than 80 years in business.
Fantasy sports market seen reaching $114.7B by 2033
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Allied Market Research projects the fantasy sports market will grow from $30.5 billion in 2023 to $114.7 billion by 2033, driven by mobile adoption, league partnerships and broader use of digital gaming tools.
CER to release 2026 charter school law rankings on Aug. 4
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The Center for Education Reform will publish its 2026 National Charter School Law Rankings & Scorecard on Aug. 4 as charter leaders gather in New Orleans for the National Charter Schools Conference.
IR Centers doctor named Atlanta magazine Top Doctor
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Robert Esposito, MD, the interventional radiologist at IR Centers at Georgia Urology in Alpharetta, was named a 2026 Top Doctor by Atlanta magazine in vascular and interventional radiology.
Brakes Plus opens new Manor store with grand opening event
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Brakes Plus will mark the opening of its newest Texas location with a June 27 grand opening in Manor, offering discounts, giveaways and auto service demos.
Acres expands 2026 agriculture accelerator for small and mid-sized businesses
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Acres launched its 2026 cohort with a broader sponsor network and a continued focus on supplier readiness, certification and long-term growth.
Hot Shot’s Secret adds $30,000 to 2026 NTPA Challenge
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Hot Shot’s Secret announced title sponsorship of the 2026 NTPA Hot Shot’s Secret Challenge and will put up $30,000 in bonus money across six events.
Drake University to launch Ed.D. leadership program in Singapore
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Drake University will begin offering its Doctor of Education in Leadership in Singapore in fall 2026 through a new partnership with Nanyang Science and Technology College.
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