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MarketBeat survey ranks America’s best local BBQ supply stores
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MarketBeat surveyed 3,009 consumers to identify the top independent BBQ stores in the U.S. The results highlight strong support for local retailers even as Americans say barbecue season has become more commercialized.
Woody Auction sets Sept. 19 ABCG sale featuring 'The Liberace' candelabra
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Woody Auction will hold an American Brilliant Cut Glass sale Sept. 19 in Douglass, Kansas, with nearly 300 lots offered without reserve online and live.
Alto Apartments opens in Lenexa with resort-style pool
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Alto Apartments has opened a new luxury apartment community in Lenexa, Kansas, built around a resort-style swimming pool and a package of amenities aimed at residents who want upscale living near dining, shopping and trails.
New marriage map shows where young Americans are most likely to wed
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The Institute for Family Studies released an interactive county-by-county map tracking marriage rates for adults 22 to 39 across the U.S. The data shows sharp regional gaps, with the highest rates concentrated in parts of the interior and South,…
Christina Love leads Army civilian leadership development in Fort Leavenworth
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Dr. Christina Love, director of civilian leader development at the Army Management Staff College in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, is guiding professional education and mentorship for Army civilians in grades GS-10 through GS-15. Her work focuses on…
SEU Worship adds eight-city Found in the Field Tour for fall and spring
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SEU Worship will return to the road this fall and spring with The Found in the Field Tour, a headlining run across eight U.S. cities after a sold-out summer tour.
Jennifer Berquist joins Snap Promotions sales team
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Snap Promotions has added longtime Lawrence community leader Jennifer Berquist to its sales team to help expand the company’s reach across Northeast Kansas.
CER ranks Florida, Arizona and Indiana atop 2026 charter school law scorecard
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The Center for Education Reform released its 2026 National Charter School Law Rankings and Scorecard, showing which states are expanding charter school opportunity and which still block growth.
Dr. Thomas Murphy named to IAOTP’s Top 50 Fearless Leaders for 2026
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The International Association of Top Professionals will honor Dr. Thomas Murphy at its annual gala at the Plaza Hotel in New York City this December.
IntegriShield launches AI brand monitoring agent izzy
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IntegriShield has launched izzy, a self-serve AI compliance agent for brand monitoring, with plans starting at $49 a month and a free trial.
Peterson Acquisitions expands nationwide as business sale demand rises
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Peterson Acquisitions is widening its national advisory footprint as more business owners prepare to sell and buyers look for established companies.
LaDonna A. Eriksen advances accessible housing through research and design
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LaDonna A. Eriksen is being recognized for her work in accessible housing, blending construction expertise, anatomy and evidence-based research to design homes that support people of all abilities.
Durham School Services driver places at NSTA safety competition
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Durham School Services driver Shaina Martin competed in the National School Transportation Association’s School Bus Driver International Safety Competition in Austin, Texas, after qualifying through a Kansas bus rodeo.
e.Republic reports second-quarter growth as demand for AI and cybersecurity rises
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e.Republic says second-quarter expansion across its intelligence platforms, leadership communities and events reflects surging public-sector demand for AI, cybersecurity and better decision-making tools.
Courtney Stokes blends food science and commercialization strategy
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Courtney Stokes, a food scientist and product development consultant in Elgin, Illinois, is being recognized for helping brands move products from concept to market with technical and commercialization expertise.
FelineVMA, Merck Animal Health award 2026 feline medicine scholarships
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The Feline Veterinary Medical Association and Merck Animal Health named two veterinary students as 2026 Scholarship for Academic Excellence in Feline Healthcare recipients on July 30, 2026. Each student gets $10,000 and conference registration as…
Valerie Marble featured on Close Up Radio after expanding adoption support services
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Valerie Marble, owner of A Step Ahead Adoption in Almena, Kansas, was featured in a two-part Close Up Radio interview in June 2026. The appearance highlights her work guiding adoptive families, launching a nonprofit for failed placements and…
Victor Perez launches redesigned Renue Aesthetic Surgery website
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Board-certified plastic surgeon Victor Perez has launched a redesigned website for Renue Aesthetic Surgery in Overland Park, Kansas, with Rosemont Media.
Taste of the Caribbean Festival adds official quarterfinal watch party in Montreal
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Taste of the Caribbean Festival will host an official quarterfinal soccer viewing from July 9-12 at Montreal’s Old Port, combining live match screenings with Caribbean food, music and cultural programming.
The Water Depot touts custom bottled water as a branding tool
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The Water Depot said July 27, 2026, that it is focusing on professionally customized bottled water labels for businesses, nonprofits and private events.
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