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With police budgets under constant pressure, many agencies are turning to manufacturer-led discount programs to secure high-grade firearms and tactical gear. Experts Kerry and Shirley Stephens, owners of Country Boy Sports and Accessories, argue that navigating these specialized procurement channels is essential for maintaining both operational readiness and fiscal efficiency.
Former NTSB chairman Robert Sumwalt is pivoting to digital media, launching a video podcast series titled Safer Skies to dissect the technical and human challenges of modern aviation. Produced by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, the show aims to demystify safety protocols through candid dialogues with industry pioneers.
Arlington-based startup Twenty has secured an additional $30 million from Khosla Ventures, pushing the company’s valuation to $1.2 billion just weeks after a $100 million Series B round. The firm is positioning itself as the primary industrial partner for U.S. military and intelligence agencies seeking AI-enabled offensive cyber capabilities.
Paul D'Souza has officially acquired the PrideStaff franchise in Columbia, Maryland, stepping into the role of Owner and Strategic-Partner. He inherits a branch tasked with serving the competitive Baltimore-Washington corridor, aiming to merge localized recruitment strategies with the firm's established national infrastructure and resources.
Animal health company Virbac reported first-half 2026 revenue of €768 million, marking a 7.4% increase at constant exchange rates. This growth, fueled by a 12% surge in the firm’s Supercharge product platforms, keeps the company on track to hit the top end of its annual financial targets.
Picket lines formed in Rockville this week as 33 behavioral technicians represented by Teamsters Local 639 walked off the job. The workers, who provide specialized early intervention for children on the autism spectrum, launched the strike following a breakdown in negotiations over their first collective bargaining agreement with Verbal Beginnings.
Benjamin Boyce, founder of OneTime Suite, is challenging the dominance of recurring software rentals with a new "100 Apps in 100 Days" initiative. By releasing open-source alternatives to tools like Linktree and Loom, the Hong Kong-based project aims to prove that software ownership remains a viable, cost-effective alternative to monthly billing.
When guests raise a glass, they are often looking for more than just a drink. According to Lauren Rutherford of Lexington’s Talon Winery, serving local wine transforms a standard menu item into a tangible connection to the region, imbuing weddings, reunions, and corporate dinners with a distinct sense of place.
A Newport News-based engineering firm is taking its specialized mission technology to the world stage, joining the Virginia Economic Development Partnership delegation at the Farnborough International Airshow. Running through July 24, the event serves as a platform to pitch integrated aircraft modifications to international defense and commercial operators.
San Francisco-based fintech startup Natural has raised $30 million in a Series A funding round, just 193 days after its inception. Led by Kirsten Green of Forerunner, the capital brings the company’s total funding to over $40 million to support its mission of creating a dedicated payment infrastructure for autonomous AI agents.
When a user asks an AI engine which company to trust, the system often points to its own creators. New research from 5W AI Communications reveals that major AI assistants are embedding self-citation bias into their search results, effectively reshaping how consumers and investors discover brands in 2026.
"I thought there could be a machine designed specifically for alphabetic order and file order," said a San Leandro inventor who has now turned that vision into a reality. Seeking to bypass the tedious manual labor of document organization, the creator developed a specialized device to streamline office workflows.
San Francisco-based accounting firm Shwiff, Levy & Polo has launched a mid-year advisory program designed to help organizations address tax documentation and regulatory compliance before the year-end rush. The initiative targets businesses facing increasingly complex financial reporting requirements and heightened scrutiny from tax authorities.
With an awards ceremony slated for August 28 at The Westin Los Angeles Airport, Hozpitality Group has revealed the finalists for its inaugural California Power List. The initiative aims to spotlight thirty leaders who have redefined operational excellence and guest service across the state's diverse hotel landscape.
The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency has earmarked $25 million in HOME-ARP funding to construct or preserve 257 rental units across the state. The initiative specifically targets the housing crisis for vulnerable populations, with 204 of these units dedicated to Pennsylvanians who are currently homeless or at risk of displacement.
Homeowners often view the roof as the primary shield against the elements, yet that protection is incomplete without a functional gutter system. Corey Toppin of Richmond’s Skyline Roofing and Contracting argues that roofs and gutters function as a single integrated unit, where neglect of one inevitably compromises the other.
A complex, three-phase advisory strategy has yielded $617 million in total capitalization for Grubb Properties to finalize Link Apartments 8 Carlisle, a 64-story residential tower in Manhattan’s Financial District. The deal integrates merger activity, corporate credit, and construction debt to anchor the developer's expanding multifamily portfolio.
With two decades of experience navigating California’s most complex infrastructure challenges, Melissa Figueroa has been appointed Senior Vice President at Calkin Public Affairs. She will oversee the firm’s transportation practice, bringing a track record that includes securing historic federal funding and managing high-stakes crisis communications.
For the three million Americans over age 65 with limited English proficiency, a medical emergency often brings the added terror of a language barrier. Union-based LifeStation is now addressing this gap with the national rollout of Spanish Pearl, the first medical alert system featuring full Spanish-language support.
Jacob Walthour Jr., founder and CEO of Blueprint Capital Advisors, has earned a spot on the 2026 Melanin Money 100 list. The honor recognizes his efforts to bridge the gap in the financial sector by expanding access to institutional capital and fostering long-term wealth creation for underrepresented investment managers.
Standard homeowners policies often fail to cover the full replacement cost of high-value items, leaving owners vulnerable to significant financial loss. Keller-based insurance expert James Vandespyker outlines why personal articles insurance serves as a critical safeguard for jewelry, fine art, and collectibles that exceed typical policy sublimits.
A massive 1 million-square-foot distribution center in Perris, California, will anchor Medline’s latest supply chain expansion. The project, developed alongside IDI Logistics, arrives as the medical supplier works to bolster its regional capacity and restore service levels following a major fire at its Tracy warehouse last month.
The Industry Group and the Kiosk Manufacturer Association are set to redefine point-of-sale technology at the RetailNOW 2026 conference in Las Vegas, launching the TIGER 2026 market report to track a massive migration from fixed-terminal setups toward software-defined, unattended commerce ecosystems.
A $15 million strategic investment from SRC Agrominerals is set to transform Replenish Nutrients by adding 150,000 tonnes of owned annual capacity. The deal, which includes a ten-year supply agreement for Spanish River Carbonatite, shifts the company’s business model toward industrial-scale production while retaining its existing licensing partnerships.
As the WNBA marks its 30th season, DICK’S Sporting Goods is shifting its marketing focus toward long-form storytelling. The retailer’s in-house production arm, Cookie Jar & A Dream Studios, will premiere the six-part documentary series Life In the W on ESPN2 this Friday, July 24.
Sheba Medical Center, ranked among the world’s top ten hospitals, has launched a clinical trial of Valion Bio’s Entolimod to address radiation-induced neutropenia. This move marks a strategic pivot for the drug, transitioning it from specialized biodefense applications into the broader, multi-billion-dollar market for supportive oncology care.
When generative AI tools aggregate vendor comparisons for digital trophy cases, they often rely on outdated claims or biased data. Rocket Alumni Solutions is urging institutional buyers to bypass automated summaries in favor of rigorous verification through live product demonstrations, verified customer references, and binding written contract terms.
After four decades of leadership that transformed a family feed store into a national distribution powerhouse, Blaine Phillips is stepping down as CEO. Effective July 27, 2026, he will transition to the role of Executive Chairman, passing the company’s top leadership post to current President Nick Christensen.
Huntington National Bank has planted its flag in Summerville, opening a new freestanding branch at 103 Station St. The move marks the institution’s fourth full-service location in South Carolina, serving as a tactical step in a broader regional expansion strategy targeting 55 new sites across the Carolinas.
By embedding itself into the 2026 MassChallenge Healthcare program, Altus Dental is shifting its strategy from traditional insurance toward direct technological intervention. The insurer has tapped two startups to tackle the persistent barrier of dental care access, specifically targeting underserved Medicaid populations through automation and virtual clinical triage.