A restored military Jeep rolls onto the grounds as Team Fastrax skydivers descend from above, marking the start of a two-day Independence Day tribute at Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa. The July 3-4 event in Galena transforms the destination into a living history showcase dedicated to raising funds for local Honor Flight chapters.
After more than fifty years of ministry, scholarship, and interfaith leadership, Father Brian E. McWeeney has been named a Top Professional by Marquis Who's Who. The recognition honors his extensive career within the Archdiocese of New York, where he bridged divides between diverse religious communities and fostered lasting social change.
On Saturday, June 20, the Vista Montebella community in Rio Rancho will open its doors to honor local first responders. The event, hosted by Richmond American Homes, offers an afternoon of complimentary barbecue, live entertainment, and family activities as a gesture of gratitude for the city’s emergency personnel.
A century after disappearing from commercial shelves, the historic Hawaiian spirit ʻŌkolehao is reclaiming its place on the global stage. Ola’s craft version recently secured its seventh Double Gold medal at the 2026 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, marking a significant milestone in the revival of the islands' native liquor.
Rising 47 feet above Piers Park II in East Boston, a massive soccer ball now officially holds the Guinness World Record. The installation, developed by Britten Inc. for the Massachusetts Port Authority, serves as a landmark attraction to build local momentum ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 matches.
A teenager who walked into a job interview by accident in 1976 has reached the pinnacle of her field. Marquis Who's Who recently honored Lumena Litts, the founder of QB Business Solutions, for a fifty-year career that fundamentally reshaped dealership fixed operations, warranty management, and service performance standards.
For the third consecutive year, Boston-based IT advisory firm UpperEdge has earned a place on Inc.'s Best Workplaces list. The distinction, paired with a 2026 Quantum Certified Workplace designation, highlights the firm's sustained commitment to employee engagement and culture in an evolving, often remote, professional landscape.
With nearly $30 million already distributed to 78,000 households, Pacific Gas and Electric Company is urging customers to apply for remaining funds under its Match My Payment program. The initiative offers a dollar-for-dollar match of up to $1,000 for low-to-moderate income residents struggling with past-due energy balances.
Organic Valley’s Stringles have secured a win in the Good Housekeeping 2026 Snack Awards, rising to the top of a record-breaking field of submissions. The organic string cheese earned recognition for its ingredient quality and flavor profile, marking a significant milestone for the farmer-owned cooperative.
As the 17th Augmented World Expo opens in Long Beach, the industry is pivoting from early-stage experimentation to practical utility. Under the theme "I, Spatial," over 5,000 attendees are gathering to witness a new generation of hardware and software where AI, robotics, and immersive computing converge to reshape daily work and life.
Ten cultural organizations across the United States will receive $10,000 grants as part of the 2025-2026 Stand For The Arts Awards. The initiative, a partnership between Ovation TV and Spectrum, honors groups that prioritize community access, equity, and creative expression through local arts programming.
Transformations are won or lost in the daily employee experience, according to EY Global People Consulting Leader Kim Billeter. To bridge the gap between strategy and execution, Ernst & Young LLP is embedding Simpplr’s AI-powered communications and analytics into its existing workforce platform to personalize how companies manage large-scale change.
Dallas-based marina operator Suntex Marinas has launched a nationwide insurance program in collaboration with NFP, an Aon company. The initiative provides boat and yacht owners across the firm’s 100-plus locations with direct access to specialized brokers and a centralized platform designed to streamline coverage procurement and claims management.
With 96% of software teams now integrating AI, the industry faces a shift from manual coding to managing autonomous systems. Scottsdale-based GitKraken is introducing a framework called Code Flow to address the coordination, governance, and integration challenges inherent in this new era of agentic software development.
With 80% of databases on Databricks now generated by AI agents, enterprise data teams face a surge in operational complexity and configuration drift. Opsera is addressing this widening gap with the launch of BrickForge, a native command center designed to observe, diagnose, and govern Databricks estates without external infrastructure.
Insight Global has officially launched a new capability center in Bogotá, Colombia, marking a significant step in the firm’s international expansion. The facility, which opened its doors on June 1, aims to bolster the company’s middle and back-office functions while serving as a central hub for its growing Latin American operations.
Milwaukee-based Ademi LLP has launched an investigation into the proposed acquisition of Open Lending Corporation by ANV Group Holdings, citing concerns over whether the $3.15 per share offer adequately protects public shareholders or unfairly prioritizes the interests of company insiders.
With over 4,300 cases handled and a 98.7% success rate, the Bethesda-based firm Raju Law is marking six years of operation. Founded in 2020 by Timothy Raju Mahajan, the firm has grown to a team of 200 professionals, shifting the focus of high-skill visa categories toward a broader range of global innovators.
Shareholders of Simulations Plus are facing a $375 million all-cash acquisition by Altaris, a deal that has prompted Milwaukee-based Ademi LLP to launch an investigation into potential breaches of fiduciary duty by the board of directors amid concerns over executive compensation and restrictive contract clauses.
Families navigating the Phoenix metropolitan area now have expanded options for premium transport as Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead bolsters its pre-owned inventory with a variety of SUVs featuring third-row seating. The Peoria-based dealership aims to bridge the gap between high-end vehicle performance and the practical demands of multi-passenger travel.
Across the United States, a shifting patchwork of lookback window laws is providing new legal pathways for childhood sexual abuse survivors whose cases previously sat beyond the reach of standard statutes of limitations. These legislative updates aim to accommodate the long-term psychological barriers that often delay victims from seeking formal justice.
American Polymer Company has officially opened its third manufacturing facility in Pleasanton, Texas, marking a significant push to bolster production capacity for the utility and infrastructure sectors. The site is designed to shorten lead times and accommodate an evolving product portfolio for the water, power, and telecommunications markets.
With over 28 years of experience managing complex hospital relocations, Chris Jones has joined Alexander's Mobility Services as Chief Commercial & Mobility Officer. Based in Nashville, Jones will focus on scaling the firm’s logistical support for healthcare providers, leveraging his background in medical equipment transport and large-scale facility transitions.
Candy maker Airheads is betting on artificial intelligence to define the aesthetic of summer 2026. Through its new "Imagine the ImPOOLsible" sweepstakes, the brand is inviting fans to use AI image generators to design their wildest backyard pool concepts, offering a $50,000 prize to bring the winning vision to life.
Positioning itself at the center of the regional energy transition, GameChange Energy has opened a new office in Mexico City’s Roma district. This strategic move aims to bolster the company’s regional operations as it manages an existing portfolio of approximately 2 GW of solar projects across Latin America.
With pump prices climbing as the summer travel season intensifies, the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence is urging drivers to prioritize professional vehicle inspections. ASE president Dave Johnson suggests that routine maintenance performed by certified technicians remains the most effective strategy for mitigating the financial burden of high fuel costs.
A career-ending knee injury once threatened to derail Uros Vasiljevic’s future, but the former professional athlete pivoted from the basketball court to the construction industry with the same intensity he once applied to the game. Now, as CEO of Stone Building Solutions, he is reshaping his firm into a multifaceted enterprise.
With an eye on the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary, Orlando-based chicken tender chain Huey Magoo’s is rolling out a series of seasonal menu additions. The brand is anchoring its "All-American Celebration" in familiar backyard flavors, pairing Southern-style barbecue with a new house-made peach lemonade through September 20.
After navigating a traditional school system that failed to engage her, Katie E. Gindlesperger transformed her own struggles into a teaching philosophy centered on real-world application. Marquis Who's Who has now recognized the educator for her dedication to student development and her work at Commonwealth Charter Academy.
As Houston prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, local real estate firm SWE Homes has signed on as an official sponsor of the Houston Dynamo Soccer Celebration. The company plans to use the multi-week event to bridge the gap between fan experiences and accessible homeownership opportunities for Texas families.
