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Radicle Growth names Citroniq and Future Origins winners of $1.75M corn challenge
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Radicle Growth picked Citroniq and Future Origins as winners of The Radicle Corn Challenge during the Bio Innovations North America conference in Omaha, Nebraska.
Tyrone Hashimoto sets Sept. 11 release for new single Setonaikai
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Japanese singer-songwriter Tyrone Hashimoto will release his new single “Setonaikai” on Sept. 11, 2026, with the song inspired by Japan’s Inland Sea. The release adds to a long catalog that includes more than 600 original songs and years of work…
University of South Dakota to host Natalie Christensen photo show
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The University Art Galleries at the University of South Dakota will present Natalie Christensen’s solo exhibition, The Deconstructed Self: Photographic Works by Natalie Christensen, from Oct. 7-30, 2026, in Vermillion.
Accelecom names Dr. Scott Scheidt CIO and CISO
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Accelecom appointed Dr. Scott Scheidt as its combined chief information officer and chief information security officer on August 12, 2026, as the Kentucky and Georgia network operator expands across the Southeast.
Farm Credit Mid-America says farmland values rose 7.1% across its territory
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Farm Credit Mid-America’s July 2026 benchmark study shows farmland values climbed 7.1% over the past year across its footprint, but the gains vary sharply by state and region.
Jay Bowman proposes green rules for Lexington data centers
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Independent Kentucky congressional candidate Jay Bowman urged the Lexington Planning Commission to tie data center zoning to power demand, not building size, during a July 30 hearing.
Improveit Home Remodeling expands into Charlotte
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Improveit Home Remodeling is entering the Charlotte market this summer, bringing replacement windows and bathroom remodeling services to North Carolina homeowners.
Bella retakes top dog name as Labs reclaim No. 1 breed spot in JustAnswer data
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JustAnswer’s analysis of nearly 95,000 U.S. pet-owner conversations shows Bella back at No. 1 for dog names in 2026, while Labrador Retrievers return as the country’s most common breed.
InterContinental Phuket Resort leans on eight venues to sell a full-day dining destination
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InterContinental Phuket Resort in Phuket, Thailand, is spotlighting its eight restaurants and bars as a way to keep guests on property from breakfast through late-night drinks.
ECN sets three fall 2026 conferences on refinery transition and orphan wells
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Energy Conference Network has announced three fall 2026 conferences in Long Beach, Houston and Pittsburgh focused on California refinery decommissioning and orphan, idle and marginal wells.
Tammi Dukes recognized for audit and risk leadership
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Tammi Dukes, MBA, is being highlighted for more than 15 years of leadership in audit, risk management and compliance across global organizations.
Earthshot and Slooh bring cleantech, comics and stars to Comic-Con
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Earthshot and Slooh will debut the Moonshot to Earthshot Quest at San Diego Comic-Con 2026, using telescopes, comics and Fortnite to connect space technology with climate solutions.
Environ Energy buys Beeson & Associates in second deal in a month
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Environ Energy acquired Louisville-based Beeson & Associates on Aug. 5, expanding its energy procurement and commodity risk management capabilities across North America.
Texas tops new ranking of best states for homesteading
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A new DeerBusters study ranks all 50 states on homesteading feasibility, putting Texas first and Montana and Wyoming close behind.
Legacy Kitchen & Bath wins 2026 Quality Business Awards in Radcliff
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Legacy Kitchen & Bath has been named a 2026 Quality Business Awards winner for Best Kitchen Renovation, Best Tile Contractor and Best Bathroom Remodel in Radcliff, Kentucky.
True Health Solutions emphasizes root-cause diabetes care in Lexington
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True Health Solutions in Lexington is highlighting a functional medicine approach to diabetes that uses clinical nutrition and personalized assessments to address underlying drivers of blood sugar imbalance.
Kim Myers marks 37th ARTS Convention show and 30 years in talent development
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Kim Myers and Applause International are celebrating the 37th ARTS Convention and more than three decades of helping performers connect with industry professionals in Louisville, Kentucky.
Hotel Metropolitan names Dr. MarTeze Hammonds as executive director
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Hotel Metropolitan in Paducah, Kentucky, has hired Dr. MarTeze Hammonds as its first paid executive director, effective June 1, 2026. The move comes as the historic Black heritage site expands staffing, programming and tourism efforts backed by…
Aluminum ingots market seen reaching $163.5 billion by 2035
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The global aluminum ingots market is projected to rise from $103.6 billion in 2026 to $163.5 billion by 2035, powered by EV lightweighting, low-carbon smelting and recycled-metal demand.
NCRA honors registry leaders and 2025 best papers at Louisville conference
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The National Cancer Registrars Association recognized top professionals and research at its 2026 Annual Educational Conference in Louisville on May 7. The awards highlighted leadership in cancer registry work and papers on colorectal cancer trends…
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