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Snooknuk's new album debuts at No. 1 on U.S. iTunes Children's Albums chart
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Snooknuk’s All In Good Time launched Aug. 14 and quickly reached No. 1 on the U.S. iTunes Children’s Albums chart.
KEBEL expands collision repair parts supply for U.S. and European vehicles
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Danyang Wanjiang Auto Parts Co., Ltd. says its KEBEL brand is scaling certified exterior body components for American and German vehicle series as repair networks face inventory delays and fitment problems.
Steven Gursten wins 2026 Courage Award from The Melvin M. Belli Society
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Michigan Auto Law owner Steven Gursten received the 2026 Courage Award from The Melvin M. Belli Society for advocacy on behalf of Michigan auto insurance consumers.
Hal Pollock launches Patrice Rouge art line after chance 2018 call
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Cleveland entrepreneur Hal Pollock turned a 2018 phone call into a new art venture with French painter Patrice Rouge.
Tonya Fitzpatrick brings destination stewardship debate to Martha’s Vineyard
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Award-winning journalist and author Tonya Fitzpatrick led a community conversation on Martha’s Vineyard on Aug. 15 about whether tourism growth is improving life for residents or just increasing visitor counts.
Smash Foods and Justin’s launch back-to-school PB&J campaign
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Smash Foods and Justin’s are rolling out “No Crumbs Back,” a back-to-school push that puts their PB&J products into Whole Foods Market, Instacart and a giveaway campaign.
Cascade Energy ranks No. 74 on PEOPLE’s 2026 Companies That Care list
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Cascade Energy landed at No. 74 on the 2026 PEOPLE Companies That Care list in its first year of participation, earning national recognition for employee ownership, community engagement and energy-savings results.
Rebecca Whitman pushes spiritual alignment over hustle culture
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Rebecca Whitman is promoting a coaching model that ties success to spirituality, balance and well-being rather than constant grind.
Global Art & Fashion Gala marks America 250 at the Kennedy Center
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The Global Humanities Foundation hosted the Global Art & Fashion Gala – America the Beautiful at the Kennedy Center on Aug. 17, 2026, drawing diplomats, artists and civic leaders from more than 15 countries.
Alex Lora throws first pitch at Oracle Park
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Alex Lora, the Mexican rock pioneer behind El Tri, made history at Oracle Park in San Francisco by delivering the ceremonial first pitch before the Giants-Rockies game on Aug. 16. The moment underscored his cross-border cultural reach and El Tri’s…
Ten China accessory display rack makers to watch in 2026
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Chinese manufacturers are gaining share in retail display racks as brands demand more custom fixtures, faster fulfillment, and modular designs.
Outdoor kitchen ROI surges as U.S. market hits $10 billion
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Outdoor kitchens are delivering some of the strongest resale returns in home renovation, with market data showing 100% to 200% cost recovery and a U.S. category now estimated at $10 billion in 2026. The shift is pushing homeowners and designers to…
Billy Joel tribute tour to hit more than 35 U.S. cities
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Right Angle Entertainment and Maple Tree Entertainment have launched The Billy Joel Legacy: A Tribute Experience, a national concert tour opening Sept. 17 in Stamford, Connecticut.
Gerald Rosen backs Bankole Thompson’s book on America at 250
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Former federal Chief Judge Gerald E. Rosen has endorsed journalist Bankole Thompson’s forthcoming book, which uses Frederick Douglass to examine democracy, justice and America’s future as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary.
Forza launches U.S.-made hybrid sealant for vehicle manufacturing
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Forza has introduced ForzaSEAL T-OS150, a semi-self-leveling hybrid polymer sealant for buses, trailers and specialty vehicles.
Keniamarilia tests U.S. demand for kimono-obi bags at NY NOW
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Fashion brand keniamarilia met with U.S. buyers at NY NOW Summer 2026 in New York, where it showcased handbags made from Kyoto Nishijin-ori obi fabric.
Concordia plans inaugural Washington forum on U.S.-Gulf ties
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Concordia will host its first Washington, D.C. Forum on Sept. 16 at the Embassy of the State of Qatar, bringing together leaders from government, business, civil society and academia.
Mentavi Health lands on Crain’s West Michigan best workplaces list
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Mentavi Health was named to Crain’s Grand Rapids Business 2026 Best Places to Work in West Michigan list, with the rankings announced Aug. 13 in Grand Rapids.
AAID names 2026 implant dentistry award winners for Nashville conference
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The American Academy of Implant Dentistry will honor six leaders at its 75th Annual Conference in Nashville, Tennessee, Sept. 30-Oct. 3, 2026. The awards highlight clinical innovation, research, teaching, service and international leadership…
Power Home Remodeling co-CEOs named among Glassdoor's best for 2026
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Power Home Remodeling co-CEOs Asher Raphael and Corey Schiller ranked No. 14 on Glassdoor’s 2026 Best CEOs list, based on employee reviews from May 2025 through May 2026. The recognition underscores the Chester, Pennsylvania company’s people-first…
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