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A new projection shows Social Security is on track to deplete its funds for full payments earlier than previously forecasted. Mark and I discuss how it could impact beneficiaries and how the problem can potentially be fixed. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE Subscribe to Jill on Money Newsletter YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post associate editor Jonathan Capehart join John Yang to discuss the week in politics, including the MAGA debate over releasing the Epstein files intensifies and congressional Republicans deliver Trump a win by clawing back $9 billion in foreign aid and public media funding. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
News You Missed 7-18-2025 ...Congress will cut Billions of Dollars from NPR Funding
Congress is cancelling over $1 billion in pre-approved funding for public broadcasting. The funding cuts threaten local news and educational programming across Pennsylvania. Workers who rely on tips are being advised to pay attention to their taxes this year. A "no tax on tips" provision is part of the federal tax cut and spending bill recently signed into law. Workers who get voluntary tips - not service fees - may benefit from claiming both cash and credit card gratuities on their taxes. Under current law drivers in Pennsylvania are only required to display one license plate, on the rear of their vehicle. But a state lawmaker will soon introduce legislation to change that. The owner of Lancaster County hydro-electric plants at Holtwood and Safe Harbor has agreed to sell Google massive amounts of electricity generated by the Susquehanna River dams to power some Google data centers. The 20-year, $3 billion agreement is between Google and Canadian owners Brookfield Asset Management. Lancaster and Lebanon Counties are in talks for a long-term solution for hazmat services. Much is still unknown about the restoration efforts at the Governor's Residence in Harrisburg, following an April arson attack that severely damaged part of the Front Street mansion. We explore what we know—and don’t know. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jeannette dives into the essential steps for launching a successful startup, from the initial spark of an idea to the practicalities of bringing it to life, and emphasising the importance of validating your idea by understanding the problem it solves and gathering feedback from potential customers. Jeannette explains how: Successful startup ideas stem from identifying and solving real problems that customers face. It's essential to articulate what problem your idea addresses and why it matters to potential users. Before fully committing to your idea, to seek feedback from potential customers. To use surveys, open-ended questions, and market research to ensure that your idea resonates with others and has a viable market. Planning is crucial for launching a startup. Establish a clear business model, set SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) To focus on developing a minimum viable product (MVP) to launch quickly and gather customer feedback. Subscribe to Brave Bold Brilliant for weekly wisdom on leadership, legacy, and living boldly. This episode is living proof that no matter where you're starting from — or what life throws at you — it's never too late to be brave, bold, and unlock your inner brilliant. Visit https://brave-bold-brilliant.com/ for free tools, guides and resources to help you take action now
i'm wall-e, welcoming you to today's tech briefing for friday, july 18. explore the latest tech updates: openai's new chatgpt agent: this ai-driven tool enhances chatgpt's functionality, managing a variety of tasks like calendar scheduling and presentation creation, with new safety measures in place. microsoft's climate initiative: microsoft secures a 12-year agreement for nearly 5 million metric tons of carbon removal capacity to tackle its rising emissions and meet its 2030 carbon-negative goal. substack's funding success: secured $100 million in series c funding, elevating its valuation to $1.1 billion, with plans to enhance creator and publisher offerings. meta's strategic appointment: connor hayes takes the lead on threads as vp of product for generative ai, driving significant user growth since its 2023 launch. anthropic's user challenges: claude code users encounter unexpected usage limits, causing disruptions and seeking clarity from the company. that's all for today's tech update. stay tuned, and we'll catch you back here tomorrow.
Control Points in Vertical SaaS Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Vertical SaaS is a great business model for startups to use. It focuses the product on one specific sector. This brings many advantages in funding, competition, application development, and more. A control point is a strategy for controlling the customer account. This provides a hedge against competition. In a vertical SaaS business, there are three control points. The first is the workflow. If your product provides the core workflow, you own the operations of the customer's business. This makes it harder for a competitor to displace your solution. The more the customer uses your workflow, the stickier your product. The second is the data. If you own the core data set of the customer's account, then others must go through your system to access that data. This makes your solution stickier and harder to move to another solution. The third is the level of account engagement. The higher your account contact in the organization, the stronger your position against the competition. Consider how to engage these three control points for your vertical SaaS customer. Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _______________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at: Check out our other podcasts here: For Investors check out: For Startups check out: For eGuides check out: For upcoming Events, check out For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group Please , share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of .
WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian is joined by guest Melissa Wallace, Co-Founder of Fierce Foundry and Co-Founder & Managing Director of Fivefoottwo Marketing. Melissa Wallace shares her journey from a legal background to the entertainment industry, including her experience at DirectTV, A&E, and Superfly, as well as her founding of Fierce Foundry. Melissa has the need-to-know insights on current startup trends, particularly as they pertain to women-led startups, and the importance of backing and building female-founded businesses. Melissa shares some of the things she believes are the biggest challenges for startups, the importance of mentorship, and the role of female leaders. Melissa has over 25 years of marketing expertise. She has held roles with brands such as Superfly, DIRECTV, A&E, and eMusic. In 2018, Melissa cofounded Fivefoottwo, a marketing collective dedicated to nurturing early-stage start-ups. Then, in 2023, she launched Fierce Foundry, the first-ever Femtech Venture Studio, designed to reduce and equalize the funding deficit for female founders. To learn more: Melissa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissahudsonwallace/ Fierce Foundry: https://www.thefiercefoundry.com/ The WICT Network's Mission: Empowering Women in Media, Entertainment, and Technology. For more information, visit: https://socalwict.org/
Business Mentorship; “Strategy Coach for Thought Leaders” Keepin' It Real with Wendy Dias Season 6 Episode #235 Wendy Dias has a career spanning 20+ years across global markets, known for crafting practical, authentic strategies that amplify influence and impact. Let's find out how Wendy helps brilliant minds build rewarding connections that move the needle forward. Our guest joins us from Sydney, Australia. “Wendy Dias is a strategy coach for thought leaders, and founder of a consultancy that helps experts, consultants, and speakers become the go-to name in their field. With a career spanning 20+ years across global markets, Wendy is known for crafting practical, authentic strategies that amplify influence and impact. Her mission is clear: to help brilliant minds build rewarding connections that move the needle forward.” A few of the tips Wendy shared: 1.Your “Why” is the driving force 2. Visual impact speaks to your customer 3. Create healthy habits Read Wendy's story and connect here... Wendy, thank you for joining us and sharing the mic. Don't miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music. We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin' It Real. “Funding for Entrepreneurs by Entrepreneurs” "Together, We Are Making A Difference; One Story At A Time"
Rafael Mangual, Tal Fortgang, Carolyn Gorman, and Renu Mukherjee discuss public safety in New York City, the Senate vote to strip funding from NPR, President Trump's desire to fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell, and other big news stories from the week.
Since President Trump signed his sweeping domestic policy bill into law, a key provision that prevents Planned Parenthood clinics from receiving Medicaid funding has already been temporarily blocked by a federal judge. William Brangham discussed the legal challenge with Alexis McGill Johnson, the president and CEO of Planned Parenthood. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
The clock is ticking for Congress to claw back more than $9 billion of federal funding for programs, including foreign aid and public media. Friday night is the final deadline for the House to pass the so-called rescissions package, which is a priority for President Trump. Lisa Desjardins reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
Congress is moving toward revoking a billion dollars in already approved funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, the entity that steers funds to public media stations. William Brangham discussed the potential impact on PBS with one of the network's most acclaimed filmmakers, Ken Burns. His documentaries covered subjects like the Civil War, baseball, Vietnam, country music and more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
The Senate narrowly approved the Trump administration's request to claw back about $9 billion for humanitarian foreign aid projects and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting — but refused to cut funding for the international AIDS/HIV program PEPFAR. The House has a Friday deadline to approve the rescissions bill, or the funding remains in place. Meanwhile, a federal appeals court ruled that West Virginia can ban the abortion pill mifepristone, which could allow states to block other drugs approved by the FDA. Shefali Luthra of The 19th, Sandhya Raman of CQ Roll Call, and Joanne Kenen of the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and Politico Magazine join KFF Health News' Julie Rovner to discuss these stories and more. Plus, for “extra credit” the panelists suggest health policy stories they read this week that they think you should read, too: Julie Rovner: The New York Times' “UnitedHealth's Campaign to Quiet Critics,” by David Enrich. Joanne Kenen: The New Yorker's “Can A.I. Find Cures for Untreatable Diseases — Using Drugs We Already Have?” by Dhruv Khullar. Shefali Luthra: The New York Times' “Trump Official Accused PEPFAR of Funding Abortions in Russia. It Wasn't True,” by Apoorva Mandavilli. Sandhya Raman: The Nation's “‘We're Creating Miscarriages With Medicine': Abortion Lessons from Sweden,” by Cecilia Nowell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Jeffrey Epstein Client List debate will keep going until something gets leaked or released. Will anyone take the job of releasing the client list? Jeffrey Epstein's Prosecutor of his case Maureen Comey was fired yesterday. Andrew Cuomo is active speaking to voters on the campaign trail. Mark Interviews Economist Steve Moore. Steve breaks down the recent inflation report we got earlier in the week, and how it's affecting Americans. Is it time for Jerome Powell to be fired or resign? Steve thinks that Powell isn't agreeing with trump's economic plan. Singer Connie Francis has passed away at 87. Senator Adam Schiff is most likely going to get in major trouble for alleged Mortgage Fraud. The Soros team is funding parts of Zohran Mamdani's campaign. Mark Interviews WOR And Fox Radio Host Jimmy Failla. What will happen to PBS and NPR now since they are getting their funding cut? California is canceling a rail project that took years to get completed, because the feds pulled 4 billion dollars from it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The US Senate finally got around to cutting NPR and PBS from the federal budget. Taxpayers will no longer be forced to pay for anti-American propaganda.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What if you could design the future — instead of reacting to it? In today's episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, Peter Winick sits down with futurist and design strategist Lisa Kay Solomon to explore how leaders can use design thinking to actively shape what's next. Lisa is a Designer-in-Residence at Stanford's d.school, an educator, a bestselling author, and a respected voice on the Thinkers50 Radar list. She helps leaders and organizations make better long-term decisions in a short-term world. Her superpower? Turning vague uncertainty into actionable insight — by teaching leaders how to think like futurists. Lisa shares how she guides boards, conference planners, and executive teams through complex challenges. She doesn't just create better experiences — she builds capabilities that last. Whether it's designing strategic conversations or preparing teams to operate in ambiguity, Lisa brings a toolkit of creative, repeatable practices to move from stuck to strategic. If you've ever found yourself saying, “Yeah, but that would never happen here,” Lisa has a chapter — and a strategy — just for you. This conversation is packed with high-impact takeaways for those who want to lead with intention and design a future worth inhabiting. Three Key Takeaways: • Designing the Future Is a Teachable Skill Lisa argues that futures thinking isn't a mysterious talent—it's a learnable capability. Most leaders have been trained to focus on short-term goals. Lisa teaches them how to widen their lens, shift perspective, and think long-term using strategic design practices. • Great Ideas Need More Than Strategy—They Need Capability Organizations often bring Lisa in to spark innovation—whether at board meetings or large conferences. But the real value she delivers goes beyond a single event. She helps teams build the capabilities to sustain innovation, adapt to change, and continue asking the right questions long after she's gone. • Overcoming the “Yeah, Buts” That Block Progress Lisa names the top three “yeah, buts” that sabotage future thinking: short-term pressure, lack of resources, and not knowing how. Her approach disarms these mental blockers by reframing possibility as practical—and showing leaders how to move from reactive to proactive in shaping what's next. If you found Lisa Kay Solomon's insights on designing the future and building long-term leadership capabilities compelling, you won't want to miss our episode with Joseph Press: Thought Leadership for Future Thinking. Both Lisa and Joseph explore how leaders can move beyond short-term fixes to shape more intentional, future-ready organizations. While Lisa focuses on strategic conversations and capability building through design, Joseph dives into how thought leadership and digital transformation intersect to foster future thinking. Together, these episodes offer a powerful one-two punch for anyone looking to lead with clarity, creativity, and courage in uncertain times. Listen to both and equip yourself with the mindset and tools to not just predict the future—but actively shape it.
The CEO of Firestorm Labs joins us to discuss the company's $47 million dollar series A funding round to scale its battlefield-ready 3D printing platform. And driven of course by AI, U.S. startup funding has jumped 75.6% so far in 2025, even as VC fundraising has fallen.Featured Guests: Dan Magy, CEO and co-founder, Firestorm | Elliott Parker, founder and CEO, Alloy PartnersWatch our recent interview with Dan at Firestorm's facility in San Diego: https://youtu.be/rLTiJQvVBFM
Governor Newsom isn't letting up on President Trump, despite the drawdown of federal troops in LA. An Army veteran is demanding an investigation, after he was detained for days by immigration officers without being charged. President Trump has pulled the plug on federal funding for one of California's most ambitious projects. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
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Arizona's public universities start their fall semesters in the coming weeks and are facing a good deal of uncertainty. A longtime regent on what the near future may hold. Plus, the memoir of a child held in a migrant detention facility during the first Trump administration.
Republicans plow ahead on cuts to PBS and foreign aid; LGBTQ advocates condemn FL Attorney General's focus on transgender athletes; Court allows NH TikTok lawsuit claiming deceptive practices to proceed; Funding fight in one Michigan city not stopping clean energy efforts.
HPR News Director Bill Dorman shares the latest on the Trump administration's move to claw back federal funding for public media; Castle High School English teacher Jamie Stidger pushes the National Education Association to recognize that all students have a right to an education, regardless of their immigration status, in their national platform
Struggling with staffing? You're not alone. In this episode, we uncover why 47% of your restaurant employees may be ready to quit—and what you can do about it. Leadership expert David Strange reveals proven hiring tactics, morale-boosting strategies, and the one thing most leaders miss. From “hire slow, fire fast” to the secret behind bottom-up leadership, this is your ultimate playbook for building a loyal, high-performing team. Unlock all the Secrets to Running a Highly Profitable Restaurant. Follow the Restaurant Profit Fast Track: Master Finances, Boost Sales, Train Staff, and Multiply Your Revenue! Unlimited Staff Accounts. Join the Restaurant Academy: https://restaurantrockstars.com/joinacademy Connect with Restaurant Rockstars on Social Media: LinkedIn Roger: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-beaudoin-21590016 LinkedIn Restaurant Rockstars: https://www.linkedin.com/company/restaurant-rockstars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/restaurantrockstars/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/restaurantrockstars X: https://x.com/RestaurantRock1 Thank you to our sponsors: The Restaurant Academy: Everything you need to know to optimize profits, maximize sales and train your team in restaurant fundamentals! https://restaurantrockstars.com/joinacademy/ Fora Financial: Money and funding for restaurant inventory, new equipment, or whatever you choose. Easy apply, fast decision and up to $1.5M funding. Funding subject to terms and conditions. Go to www.forafinancial.com/rockstar MyEmployees: A happy team is a productive team. Boost morale, team-spirit and employee appreciation with impactful, consistent and genuine recognition programs. MyEmployees helps thousands of hospitality leaders uplevel performance, lower turnover and build winning teams. https://myemployees.com/hospitality/ TouchBistro: Touch Bistro helps speed up service, reduce errors and turn tables faster while loyalty programs, online ordering and contactless payments boost your bottom line.
On Episode 585 of Impact Boom, Mark Pascall of The Wellbeing Protocol and Kaj Löfgren of Regen Melbourne discuss how regenerative thinking, social innovation, and decentralised technologies are transforming the way communities govern, fund, and flourish, and reimagining economic systems to empower hyperlocal leadership and grassroots initiatives to drive systemic change. If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your impact, don't miss out on this episode! If you enjoyed this episode, then check out Episode 550 with Jean Darling and Stephen Mason on centring place as a changemaker to build regenerative systems -> https://bit.ly/44ALLJG The team who made this episode happen were: Host: Indio Myles Guest(s): Mark Pascall & Kaj Löfgren Producer: Indio Myles We invite you to join our community on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn or Instagram to stay up to date on the latest social innovation news and resources to help you turn ideas into impact. You'll also find us on all the major podcast streaming platforms, where you can also leave a review and provide feedback.
Republicans plow ahead on cuts to PBS and foreign aid; LGBTQ advocates condemn FL Attorney General's focus on transgender athletes; Court allows NH TikTok lawsuit claiming deceptive practices to proceed; Funding fight in one Michigan city not stopping clean energy efforts.
Send us a text00:00 - Intro00:53 - Anthropic Targets $100B Valuation02:21 - Anthropic Launches Claude 4 Financial Tools03:20 - Thinking Machines Raises $2B at $12B Valuation04:58 - OpenEvidence Secures $210M at $3.5B Valuation07:11 - Xtend Adds $30M to Reach $100M Total Funding09:10 - Cognition Acquires Windsurf with $82M ARR11:12 - Via Files IPO with $326.6M Projected Revenue12:13 - Polymarket Clears Probes After $3.6B Election Bets13:00 - xAI Wins $200M DoD Contract at $121.1B Valuation14:00 - Scale AI Cuts 14% Staff Post-$870M Revenue
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From new data to dollars for depredation, California ranchers get wolf-related updates and upcoming support from CCA.
Why Invest in Vertical SaaS Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Vertical SaaS is a venture sector in the tech space. It narrows the scope of the startup to a single application. Vertical SaaS has many advantages as follows: It's easier to position in the market and message to the customer. By narrowing the scope, the startup can dive deeper into the application, providing a better solution. Distribution can be easier as it focuses on one vertical. Vertical SaaS is highly specialized for the customer's needs. There's less competition because the overall space is smaller. Vertical SaaS requires less capital to launch and scale the business. The key to a successful vertical SaaS business is to ensure there's a large enough market. If the total available market is too small, it will be difficult to achieve a venture outcome. The founder needs to be highly experienced in the sector. For many applications, a vertical SaaS approach will yield a successful startup. Consider focusing your startup on a specific sector. Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _______________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at: Check out our other podcasts here: For Investors check out: For Startups check out: For eGuides check out: For upcoming Events, check out For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group Please , share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of .
In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Alex Rankovic from the University of Guelph discusses how equine nutrition expands the scope of companion animal research. She explains how feeding strategies in horses can inform best practices for dogs, cats, and even rabbits. She also highlights funding challenges, working animals, and sustainability in pet food. Listen now on all major platforms!"Supplement markets target similar outcomes across dogs, cats, and horses: digestive health, joint care, and aging support."Meet the guest: Dr. Alex Rankovic is a Research Associate in Companion Animal and Equine Nutrition at the University of Guelph, where she also earned her MSc and PhD in Companion Animal Nutrition. Her research centers on metabolic processes in pet species, with special attention to equine nutrition. She is also the host of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show – Equine, a segment dedicated to advancing equine nutrition discussions.Liked this one? Don't stop now — Here's what we think you'll love!What will you learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:06) Introduction(05:10) Funding in equine research(07:21) Feeding behavior parallels(08:36) Animal performance nutrition(10:34) Supplement market overlap(13:26) Nutrition sustainability(21:17) Final QuestionsThe Pet Food Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Trouw Nutrition* Kemin- Biorigin- Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition- Scoular
Among the programs targeted for cuts in the White House rescissions package is the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. It's the independent nonprofit created by Congress to distribute federal funds to more than 1,500 noncommercial TV and radio stations. Tom Abbott of public radio station KFSK in Petersburg, Alaska, joined William Brangham to discuss what’s at stake for rural stations. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
In this fiery discussion, the hosts celebrate Congress passing a $9 billion spending cut targeting programs like USAID, NPR, and PBS. They claim USAID has long operated as a rogue agency, funneling taxpayer money to the Taliban, Hamas, and other U.S. adversaries, funding terror training camps and opioid production. The speakers also accuse USAID's Global Engagement Center of using federal dollars to censor conservative media and suppress Trump's message online. They criticize politicians from Mitch McConnell to Barack Obama for defending the agency and predict more rescission bills are coming to rein in what they call a bastion of anti-American activism and corruption.
MDJ Script/ Top Stories for July 16th Publish Date: July 16th Commercial: From the BG Ad Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. Today is Wednesday, July 16th and Happy Birthday to Will Ferrell I’m Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Times Journal Marietta School Board to consider vape detection, substitute teacher funding Acworth Book & Storytelling Festival is Aug. 23 Letter shows Cobb's threat to halt police services in Mableton All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe! BREAK: INGLES 3 STORY 1: Marietta School Board to consider vape detection, substitute teacher funding The Marietta Board of Education is set to discuss installing Halo vape detection systems in Marietta High, Middle, and Woods-Wilkins Campus. These devices, costing up to $60,000 funded by grants, discreetly monitor air quality, alerting staff to harmful chemicals like nicotine. Superintendent Grant Rivera and his team aim to tackle vaping issues proactively. Additionally, the board will consider a $2.4M contract with Kelly Services for substitute staffing and appointing R.K. Redding Construction for Marietta High renovations, scheduled for summers 2026-2027, funded by SPLOST. STORY 2: Acworth Book & Storytelling Festival is Aug. 23 The Acworth Book & Storytelling Festival is set for Aug. 23, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at The Roberts School in Acworth. Hosted by Acworth Cultural Arts, this free event features local and regional authors, professional storytellers, vendors, and a panel discussion themed “Ink & Echo: Writing the stories. Speaking the truth.” Keynote speaker Bren McClain, author of *One Good Mama Bone*, will join T.M. Brown in conversation. STORY 3: Letter shows Cobb's threat to halt police services in Mableton Mableton officials agreed to pay Cobb County $9.5 million for police and transportation services after the county threatened to halt them by June 1. Mayor Michael Owens said the city was forced into the deal to ensure public safety, despite concerns of "double taxation" for residents already paying county taxes. The agreement funds services until May 2026, with Mableton exploring a special service district to cover costs. While Cobb County claimed it wouldn’t abandon residents, a May 30 letter revealed threats to cease services if no deal was reached. The city council initially rejected the plan but later approved it after mediation. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info. We’ll be right back. Break: INGLES 3 STORY 4: Austell approves 158% property tax increase The Austell City Council approved a 158% property tax increase, raising the millage rate from 3.25 to 8.25 mills, despite strong opposition from residents. The hike, expected to double property tax revenue to $3.85 million, aims to stabilize finances and address a $1.6 million budget shortfall. Mayor Ollie Clemons defended the decision as necessary for the city’s future, while critics, including Council member Meredith Adams, opposed the sharp increase, citing its impact on residents, especially those on fixed incomes. Many residents blamed city leadership for financial mismanagement, while Clemons attributed the issues to inflation and past inaction. STORY 5: Cobb Water Authority manager talks fluoride, forever chemicals, costs Cole Blackwell, general manager of the Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority, emphasized proactive planning for water quality, affordability, and infrastructure reliability during a Kiwanis Club talk. The authority, sourcing water from Lake Allatoona and the Chattahoochee River, is addressing emerging contaminants like PFAS, though current levels remain safe. Inflation and rising construction costs have impacted operations, but costs are stabilizing, and the authority has a water supply sufficient through 2055. Blackwell reassured residents of continued fluoride use, compliance with regulations, and efforts to maintain reasonable water rates while ensuring future reliability. Break: STORY 6: Marietta man charged with stealing from Ford Elementary School Jamie Jr. Cline, 44, of Marietta, faces two theft charges for allegedly stealing a trailer and hay blower from Ford Elementary School in Acworth during separate incidents on June 29 and 30. According to police, Cline accessed the school by opening chained gates. Arrested on July 8, he was booked into the Cobb County Adult Detention Center and released the next morning on a $35,000 bond. STORY 7: Shaw Park Community Block Party is July 19 The Shaw Park Community Block Party will take place on July 19, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Gritters Library in Marietta. Hosted by Gritters Library, CobbWorks, and Cobb PARKS, this free, family-friendly event features a live DJ, inflatable games, face painting, bilingual storytime, and a Bollywood Dance Challenge. Food will be available for purchase from The Patty Wagon and King of Pops. The event aims to bring the community together and highlight local resources while celebrating the library’s recent reopening. We’ll have closing comments after this. Break: INGLES 3 Signoff- Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at www.mdjonline.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. 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In this episode of Mining Stock Daily, we reconnect with Hugh Agro, CEO of Revival Gold, to discuss the company's recent strategic placement and funding updates. Revival Gold has successfully raised at least $27 million, with significant contributions from EMR Capital, positioning the company for robust growth. This influx of capital supports their ambitious field program, including three drill rigs and extensive metallurgical test work at both Mercur and Beartrack- Arnett.
Aengus Cox, Agriculture Correspondent, reports on new proposals from the European Commission which looks set to propose the merging Common Agriculture Policy funding into a single fund. Francie Gorman, President of the Irish Farmers' Association, assesses the new proposals.
In the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, the Winchester Co-op Market is gearing up to revolutionize how the local community engages with sustainable food sources. In this episode of The Valley "Business" Today, hosted by Janet Michael, this informative and engaging session brought together key figures such as Carl Knoblock, Virginia District Director of the Small Business Administration (SBA); Michael Daryabeygi, Andrea Cosans, and Michael Trainor, board members for the co-op. The core concept of the co-op is simple yet impactful—create a grocery store owned by the community, for the community. Board member Daryabeygi explained, 'The great thing about co-ops is that they're owned by the members. So members get a vote in crucial decisions.' He emphasized that the co-op model allows the business to reflect community needs, supporting local farmers while making healthy, accessible food options available. ‘We want to see our local food economy flourish,' he added. Janet acknowledged the excellent media presence of the Winchester Co-op Market, stating, ‘You've done an outstanding job of getting press and having things out on social media.' Her comment underscores the importance of community awareness and involvement in making the co-op a success. Carl, however, added a layer of complexity to the conversation, stressing that farmers are the backbone of the co-op. 'It's really getting them to jump on board because they're going to have a continuous source of revenue,' he remarked. Carl highlighted the challenge of including second-tier products not taken by major grocery chains. This move could be smart for both farmers and the co-op. Andrea and Trainor elaborated on the store's vision. 'The hope is for a bricks and mortar grocery co-op store, run by the community for the community,' Andrea said. Trainor added, 'We're going to be a fully for-profit store and will operate similarly to a nonprofit during our startup phase to cover initial costs.' The clarity in their statements underscores the transitional nature of their funding and operational strategies. Trainor explained the financial intricacies further: 'The store will eventually become profitable, at which point we will distribute dividends of profits to our members. We need startup funds and are open to all sorts of financial support, be it memberships, donations, or investments,' he said. The discussion touched on some of the challenges faced in launching the co-op. According to Carl, a well-structured business model will be essential. 'It's not just about the farmers; it's about fulfilling the needs of the community and being smart with economic development,' he advised. The board is contemplating innovative approaches to stand out, including the introduction of a commercial kitchen and perhaps even drone delivery systems. 'You have to let people know that while we're bringing what we all want on our taste buds, we're also using new technology to make it more convenient,' Carl suggested. Janet offered practical advice on maintaining momentum: ‘This is a great way for people who are baking brownies, doing sandwiches, and more to figure out if it can be a business for them,' she said, emphasizing the value of pop-up events and local partnerships. Funding remains a significant hurdle. 'We're starting with about 17,000 in the bank and 100 memberships. If anyone wants to write me a check for two and a half million dollars, we can start building tomorrow,' Trainor quipped. The co-op is exploring various avenues for financing, including member loans and grants from federal and local organizations. Andrea highlighted the community angle, 'It's about meeting the needs of the community and creating jobs for local folks.' She mentioned that similar cooperative models in other towns have taken years to materialize, but the board is optimistic about their five to seven-year plan. The co-op isn't just about selling food; it aims to be an educational and cultural hub. Daryabeygi shared ambitions of establishing partnerships with local schools and organizations for educational programs. 'We want this to grow beyond a mere store,' he said, expressing hopes for community cooking classes and sustainability projects. To keep people excited and engaged over the long term, Janet proposed collaborating with local markets for pop-up events and demonstrations. 'Collaborations with local businesses can keep that excitement up so you're not having to do it all alone,' she advised. The session concluded with a forward-looking vision from Carl. 'It's not about competition, it's about the community,' he stated. With ongoing community support and innovative planning, the Winchester Co-op Market is on track to become a cornerstone for sustainable living in the Shenandoah Valley. Learn more about Winchester Co-op Market on their website: https://winchestercoop.market/
Sandra Tormey, General Secretary of the Irish Postmasters Union, reacts to reports that An Post is in dire financial straits.
Among the programs targeted for cuts in the White House rescissions package is the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. It's the independent nonprofit created by Congress to distribute federal funds to more than 1,500 noncommercial TV and radio stations. Tom Abbott of public radio station KFSK in Petersburg, Alaska, joined William Brangham to discuss what’s at stake for rural stations. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
Pittsburgh to receive billions in energy for funding and AI full 1802 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 19:22:03 +0000 oaD8ILav3pimzS8NnrjXhscMM4OdJzZH news,a-newscasts,top picks Marty Griffin news,a-newscasts,top picks Pittsburgh to receive billions in energy for funding and AI On-demand selections from Marty's show on Newsradio 1020 KDKA , airing weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News News News News news News News News News News False https://player.amperwavepodcastin
The Vancouver and Clark County councils approved a $2.1 million interlocal agreement to help fund the Bridge Shelter, a 24/7 facility for unhoused residents with wraparound services. Opening in 2026, the shelter will also reserve beds for county residents outside Vancouver. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/city-and-county-funding-agreement-advances-bridge-shelter-project/ #HomelessnessResponse #BridgeShelter #ClarkCounty #VancouverWA #SupportiveHousing #MentalHealth #KathleenOtto #LonPluckhahn #CityCouncil
Senate Republicans make changes to the rescissions bill to gain necessary Republican support ahead of the first procedural vote, restoring $400 million for PEPAR, the global anti-AIDS program and protecting funding for some rural public broadcasters; Inflation report from the Labor Dept – up 0.3% in June, an annual rate of 2.7%, highest since February and maybe a sign President Trump's tariffs are leading to increases prices; House Republicans vote down a Democratic motion to make public FBI files on the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, after the Trump Admin stated Epstein did not keep a client list and did commit suicide in prison, which some of the president's MAGA supporters are questioning, while President Trump tells reporters General Pam Bondi should release "whatever she thinks is credible" on Jeffrey Epstein; U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations nominee Mike Waltz testifies before Senate Foreign Relations Committee about reforming the UN and on the Signal Chat controversy when he was National Security Adviser; NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte meets with Senators on Capitol Hill about supporting Ukraine in the war with Russia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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In this episode, Adam sits down with Rochelle Hicks, director of tourism at Visit Mississippi, to uncover the secrets of securing permanent destination marketing funding. Rochelle shares her valuable insights and hands-on strategies for building sustainable financial models that transformed Visit Mississippi's budget from $2 million to $17 million. Learn how to navigate complex funding landscapes, find untapped resources, and build long-term financial stability that extends beyond annual appropriations and changing tourism trends. If you're ready to transform your destination's financial future, this episode is a must-listen! Subscribe to our newsletter! The Destination Marketing Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Adam Stoker and produced by Brand Revolt. If you are interested in any of Brand Revolt's services, please email adam@thebrandrevolt.com or visit www.thebrandrevolt.com. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast network and to listen to our other shows, please visit www.thedmpn.com. If you are interested in joining the network, please email adam@thebrandrevolt.com.