Podcasts about Germantown

Talk Money with Jim ShoemakerJoin as Jim Shoemaker, Rusty Leonard, and Scott Jordan dive into “The Economy” and what could be on the horizon. Max, our producer, will teach us about the “History of the Language of the Market – Bankruptcy.”                                 "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money”Jim Shoemaker, CFP, ChFC, is an investment advisor representative offering advisory services through Cetera Investment Advisers, a registered investment adviser. Securities offered through Cetera Advisor Networks, member FINRA/SIPC. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity. Shoemaker Financial is independently owned and operated. 2176 West St, Ste. 100, Germantown, TN 38138

Our Chief Love Officer Steve Harvey Has Advice for: Tyrell in Birmingham – My wife and I ran into a girl I had sex with recently and she did not know I’m married. She called me crying uncontrollably. I don’t like hurting women like that but I do love an occasional hookup. Is it best to tell the women that I’m married? Essence in Queens – I have a Ring camera with all of the videos of a woman coming to see my neighbor while his wife is at work. His wife told me that she thinks he’s cheating and she asked if I’d seen anything. Am I obligated to tell this woman what I’ve seen? Bobby in Ft. Lauderdale – I own a car wash and without knowing, I hired my sister’s baby daddy to work for me. My sister thinks she should get his paychecks because he owes her child support but I can’t legally do that. She stopped speaking to me. My mom said I need to fire him, but he’s my best employee. What should I do? Monique in Germantown – My daughter is dating one of my late husband’s friends and he treats her well but he’s too old for her. She stopped hanging with her friends. She goes on double dates with her old man and ladies my age now. The spunkiness being zapped out of her. She’s only 32 years old. Is it out of my hands? Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Human Experience, I sit down with Vincent Thompson, longtime journalist and current Communications Director for the President of Philadelphia City Council. Born and raised in Philly, Vincent shares how his curiosity led him from a school newspaper to national political conventions and eventually into public service. We discuss the power of local government, how to engage with your city, and why compassion still matters in civic life. Whether you're a Philly native or just want to better understand how your community works, this episode will leave you both informed and inspired.Interview recorded in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.Key Takeaways:Vincent Thompson is the Communications Director for Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson.A lifelong Philadelphian, he grew up in North Philly and Germantown, and attended Temple University and Marietta College.He began his career in journalism, covering politics for outlets like the Philadelphia Tribune and WURD Radio.Vincent has hosted City Council radio sessions and emphasized the importance of knowing your district councilmember.He explains the structure of local government and why citizens should be more engaged at the city level.He encourages people to “be curious, not judgmental” and offers a human-centered view of government service.Vincent shares personal stories—from receiving a letter from his journalism idol to the importance of leading with kindness in leadership.A passionate advocate for Philadelphia, he invites visitors to see City Hall, the city's diverse neighborhoods, and yes—try the cheesesteaks (but he's not picking favorites).Vincent Thompson's Bio:Vincent Thompson is the Director of Communications for Philadelphia (Pa) City Council and Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson. In his more than 30 year career in media and government, he has served as a Chief of Staff for the late Philadelphia City Councilman Juan Ramos, spokesperson for two past School District of Philadelphia Superintendents, former President of the Philadelphia Black Public Relations Society, former Vice President/Broadcast for the Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists and has covered Republican and Democratic National Conventions starting with the 1988 Republican National Convention. Mr. Thompson has won numerous awards in his career for his work in journalism, public relations and community service. In 2018, he received PABJ's Lifetime Achievement Award. In 2017, he was named Politics and Government Reporter of the Year by the Pen & Pencil Club of Philadelphia, the nation's oldest press club in daily operation. He has been named one of Philadelphia's Most Influential African-Americans by the Philadelphia Tribune newspaper and has been a winner of the National Education Association's Excellence in Broadcasting Award.Connect with Vincent:Twitter @MediamancommInstagram: @phillymediamancomm#TheHumanExperiencePodcastFollow Along:Website: https://www.thehxpod.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehxpod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getthehxTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehxpodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thehxpodSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Talk Money with Jim ShoemakerJoin as Jim Shoemaker, Sarah Layson, and Katie Abart as they “Empower Homebuyers” with creative strategies you can use to afford a home in this market. Katie will bring “Tips for Finding the Best Rates for Insurance.” Scott Jordan is here to give an “Update on the Economy” and answer your questions.                                     "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money”Jim Shoemaker, CFP, ChFC, is an investment advisor representative offering advisory services through Cetera Investment Advisers, a registered investment adviser. Securities offered through Cetera Advisor Networks, member FINRA/SIPC. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity. Shoemaker Financial is independently owned and operated. 2176 West St, Ste. 100, Germantown, TN 38138

Talk Money with Jim ShoemakerJoin as Jim Shoemaker, Rob Clement, and Scott Jordan as they discuss the issues of “Elder Abuse” and “How to Manage Elder Scams.” Daniel Irwin, BBB, with take us back to Scam School and remind us it is “Time to Get Your Real ID.”                                         "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money” Jim Shoemaker, CFP, ChFC, is an investment advisor representative offering advisory services through Cetera Investment Advisers, a registered investment adviser. Securities offered through Cetera Advisor Networks, member FINRA/SIPC. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity. Shoemaker Financial is independently owned and operated. 2176 West St, Ste. 100, Germantown, TN 38138

Prior to her election and ordination as bishop of Mississippi, the Rt. Rev. Dr. Dorothy Sanders Wells served as rector of St. George's Episcopal Church, Germantown, Tennessee, from 2013 until arriving in Mississippi in May 2024. Wells is committed to the work of community dialogue, racial healing, and justice and equity for all of God's people. She is an award-winning freelance essayist, and many of her works--most of which are centered around issues of justice and equity--can be found at muckrack.com/dorothy-wells.

12 - Tariff response time! How are ally and adversary countries responding to Trump's tariffs? We get Dom's response. 1205 - Side - something associated with the old, wild, west. 1210 - The “mini-me” of Diane Marseglia, Bob Harvie, is running for Congress, in opposition of Brian Fitzpatrick. Do we really want more of this suburban nonsense? 1215 - Congressman Dan Meuser joins the program today. What are Meuser's initial reactions to these implementations? Why is this bringing production back stateside and how is it a national security issue as well? Does Trump expect these other countries to fall in line or roll over with these taxes implemented? With the Supreme Court race being won by Democrats in Wisconsin, how is the administration going to keep radical liberal judges at bay? Dan was in Germantown and didn't reach out to Dom? Why can't Pennsylvania be one of the top business states, possibly with Dan as governor? 1230 - We listen to audio from authors of a new book detailing just how bad Joe Biden's mental decline and cognitive state was during his presidency, including stories of putting fluorescent tape on the floor to direct him where to go in Phil Murphy's house! Why is Ana Navarro bending over backwards defending Biden? 1250 - Can Dom name the show theme?

12 - Tariff response time! How are ally and adversary countries responding to Trump's tariffs? We get Dom's response. 1205 - Side - something associated with the old, wild, west. 1210 - The “mini-me” of Diane Marseglia, Bob Harvie, is running for Congress, in opposition of Brian Fitzpatrick. Do we really want more of this suburban nonsense? 1215 - Congressman Dan Meuser joins the program today. What are Meuser's initial reactions to these implementations? Why is this bringing production back stateside and how is it a national security issue as well? Does Trump expect these other countries to fall in line or roll over with these taxes implemented? With the Supreme Court race being won by Democrats in Wisconsin, how is the administration going to keep radical liberal judges at bay? Dan was in Germantown and didn't reach out to Dom? Why can't Pennsylvania be one of the top business states, possibly with Dan as governor? 1230 - We listen to audio from authors of a new book detailing just how bad Joe Biden's mental decline and cognitive state was during his presidency, including stories of putting fluorescent tape on the floor to direct him where to go in Phil Murphy's house! Why is Ana Navarro bending over backwards defending Biden? 1250 - Can Dom name the show theme? 1 - Author at Broad + Liberty Chief Investigative Reporter Todd Shepherd joins us today. Remember the illegal voting centers that popped up in Delaware County? Well, Todd has the updates on that detailed in one of his latest pieces at Broad + Liberty. What about Diane Marseglia and her push for dropboxes being littered all across the county? Dom commends Todd for his story and how it gives context as to why voting was so hard in Bucks during the presidential election. So, what are the next steps in order to combat this behavior? What is next for Todd Shepherd as far as investigations go? Was he there to see a citizen berate the Mayor of Upper Darby for being a Cowboys fan? 120 - How disgraceful is the NFL looking to outlaw the Tush Push? Your calls. 135 - Journalist for The Daily Caller Megan Brock joins the program today to discuss Bob Harvie announcing his re-election bid for Bucks County Commissioner and his plans to run for Congress! Will local politicians band together to put support behind Harvie. What is coming down the pipeline for Meg Brock? PhillyBurbs.com said the Philly chapter of Moms4Liberty is the largest and fastest growing branch in the nation! 150 - He was just on CNN, you just didn't know it. 2 - A local car dealer owner was just on CNN discussing how he supports Trump's plan, but is wary on how it will affect his business and his employees. Do we think these countries will just fold and roll over and accept the tariffs? 205 - Mike Sielski writes about why he thinks the NFL will ban the Tush Push and why he agrees. 210 - Your calls. 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 230 - Will the tariffs work? 235 - Dom is still taking your temperature on the tariff situation. Your calls. 250 - The Lightning Round!

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Lia Roemer-Oakley, Animal Services Manager and Animal Control Officer with the Germantown Animal Shelter in Germantown, Tennessee, who shares her background and passion for animal welfare, and highlights the shelter's mission and efforts. During the interview, Lia discusses the shelter's operations, emphasizing its smaller capacity and community involvement. She talks about the shelter's commitment to providing care and socialization to animals, with a focus on fostering and adoption. Lia highlights the importance of volunteers, with many regulars contributing to the shelter's daily operations. The shelter partners with Volunteer Odyssey, and anyone interested in volunteering can sign up for an orientation via volunteerodyssey.com.Lia then expresses gratitude for their partnership with Germantown Farmington Animal Hospital, which provides veterinary care for the shelter's animals. Lia also mentions the upcoming kitten season and the need for donations, particularly kitten food and formula. Lia next discusses the importance of animal safety in the Mid-South area, particularly in Germantown, due to loose animal issues. She emphasizes the need for secure fences, microchipping of pets, and updating microchip information. Lia also highlights the importance of proper identification of pets, such as collars with phone numbers or addresses, and the potential risks of loose animals. She encourages the community to check their yards and ensure their pets' safety. Lia also mentions the challenges of proving ownership of lost pets without proper identification. Lia wraps up discussing the need for foster homes for puppies and kittens at the Germantown Animal Shelter. She encourages interested individuals to contact the shelter or email them to be added to the foster list. Lia also mentions the shelter's social media presence, which is under "Friends of the Germantown Animal Shelter." She expresses gratitude to her team and the Friends of the Germantown Animal Shelter for their support, as well.Community members interested in fostering are encouraged to contact Germantown Animal Shelter at 901-757-7358 or email animalshelter@germantown-tn.gov.

Talk Money with Jim ShoemakerJoin as Jim Shoemaker, Abby Wilson, Jason Herrington, and Scott Jordan discuss “Financial Myths and Misconceptions.” Jason will reveal “What Does a Good Financial Advisor Bring to the Table.”                                     "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money” Jim Shoemaker, CFP, ChFC, is an investment advisor representative offering advisory services through Cetera Investment Advisers, a registered investment adviser. Securities offered through Cetera Advisor Networks, member FINRA/SIPC. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity. Shoemaker Financial is independently owned and operated. 2176 West St, Ste. 100, Germantown, TN 38138

Talk Money with Jim ShoemakerJoin as Jim Shoemaker, Kurt Czarnowski, and Scott Jordan as they discover the changes in Social Security for 2025.Ted Minor will uncover “Social Security Myths Than can Shortchange a Client.”                                  "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money”Jim Shoemaker, CFP, ChFC, is an investment advisor representative offering advisory services through Cetera Investment Advisers, a registered investment adviser. Securities offered through Cetera Advisor Networks, member FINRA/SIPC. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity. Shoemaker Financial is independently owned and operated. 2176 West St, Ste. 100, Germantown, TN 38138

Talk Money with Jim ShoemakerJoin as Jim Shoemaker, Jered Haddad, and Kim Lane with upcoming news about how to become involved during Multiple Myeloma Action Month. Cullen West and Scott Jordan will share the importance of “Special Needs Planning.”                                 "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money”Jim Shoemaker, CFP, ChFC, is an investment advisor representative offering advisory services through Cetera Investment Advisers, a registered investment adviser. Securities offered through Cetera Advisor Networks, member FINRA/SIPC. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity. Shoemaker Financial is independently owned and operated. 2176 West St, Ste. 100, Germantown, TN 38138

Dayton, Ohio Real Estate Statistics and Market Trends for March 2025. Want to know what the real estate market is doing in the Dayton Metro area? If you're thinking about buying or selling a home in Dayton, Oakwood, Kettering, Beavercreek, Centerville, Springboro, Fairborn, Xenia, Huber Heights, Trotwood, Miamisburg, Franklin, Germantown, Vandalia, Yellow Springs, Troy, Tipp City, Springfield, you will want to know what the current real estate market is doing! These statistics are for March 2025 (they lag behind about 30 days). Sign up for the Monthly Statistics Email for all of Dayton Metro https://ashlarre.com/dayton-stats/ ------- Want to experience The Way Real Estate Should Be™? Book a chat at the time that works best for you! https://ashlarre.com/book-a-chat Find a Home https://ashlarRE.com Coming Soon - I Dig Dayton Podcast! Want help selling a home? Get your Free Home Value Report today! https://AshlarRE.com/home-value/

SBS Radio is celebrating its 50th anniversary, but the German Club in Geelong, Victoria, is another 20 years older. The founder is Ferdi Klaus, from Cologne, who is 92. He lives with his wife in Grovedale in Geelong. This is the part of town that was also known as Germantown. Our traveling reporter Kia Kuhnert visited him there and was told how the club was founded in the dark post-war years. - SBS-Radio feiert seinen 50. Geburtstag, aber nochmal 20 Jahre älter ist der Deutsche Klub in Geelong, in Victoria. Der Gründer ist Ferdi Klaus, ein rüstiger Kölner, der mittlerweilen nun auch 92 Lenze zählt. Er wohnt mit seiner Frau in Grovedale in Geelong. Das ist der Teil der Stadt, der auch als Germantown bekannt war. Dort hat ihn unsere reisende Reporterin Kia Kuhnert besucht und sich erzählen lassen, wie es denn zur Gründung des Klubs in den dunklen Nachkriegsjahren gekommen ist.

” Talk Money with Jim Shoemaker"Join Jim Shoemaker, Bob Doll, and Scott Jordan as they give us an “Update on the Economy”. Brian McMahon, SparkCures, will help "Explore your Options for Multiple Myeloma Clinical Trials."                                       "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money”  Jim Shoemaker, CFP, ChFC, is an investment advisor representative offering advisory services through Cetera Investment Advisers, a registered investment adviser. Securities offered through Cetera Advisor Networks, member FINRA/SIPC. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity. Shoemaker Financial is independently owned and operated. 2176 West St, Ste. 100, Germantown, TN 38138 

Over the past few years, we have explored many different facets of the secondhand economy: resellers and the ethics of reselling secondhand items, the various secondhand platforms, the fine art of thrifting, and even where all of the unsold stuff from thrift stores ends up! In this episode we'll learn what it's like to run an independent thrift store, with Sara and Shan of Bargain Thrift Center, a thrift store in the Germantown neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.  We will discussHow the unrealistically low prices of ultra fast fashion impact the prices most people are willing to pay for secondhand itemsOpportunities that the secondhand supply chain has to reach more people and match them with the product they are seekingWhat happens to the collectibles and tchotchkes that are flooding thrift stores right now (I call it the “collection industrial complex”)And Sara and Shan's vision for the future of secondhand/thriftingAlong the way, we'll talk an awful lot about Precious Moments and we'll wonder where all of the Ed Hardy stuff ended up at the end of the 00s.Also: Amanda shares why she is feeling optimistic right now.Follow Bargain Thrift Center on Instagram: @bargainthriftcenterGet your Clotheshorse merch here: https://clotheshorsepodcast.com/shop/If you want to share your opinion/additional thoughts on the subjects we cover in each episode, feel free to email, whether it's a typed out message or an audio recording:  amanda@clotheshorse.worldDid you enjoy this episode? Consider "buying me a coffee" via Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/clotheshorseClotheshorse is brought to you with support from the following sustainable small businesses:The Pewter Thimble Is there a little bit of Italy in your soul? Are you an enthusiast of pre-loved decor and accessories? Bring vintage Italian style — and history — into your space with The Pewter Thimble (@thepewterthimble). We source useful and beautiful things, and mend them where needed. We also find gorgeous illustrations, and make them print-worthy. Tarot cards, tea towels and handpicked treasures, available to you from the comfort of your own home. Responsibly sourced from across Rome, lovingly renewed by fairly paid artists and artisans, with something for every budget. Discover more at thepewterthimble.comSt. Evens is an NYC-based vintage shop that is dedicated to bringing you those special pieces you'll reach for again and again. More than just a store, St. Evens is dedicated to sharing the stories and history behind the garments. 10% of all sales are donated to a different charitable organization each month.  New vintage is released every Thursday at wearStEvens.com, with previews of new pieces and more brought to you on Instagram at @wear_st.evens.Deco Denim is a startup based out of San Francisco, selling clothing and accessories that are sustainable, gender fluid, size inclusive and high quality--made to last for years to come. Deco Denim is trying to change the way you think about buying clothes. Founder Sarah Mattes wants to empower people to ask important questions like, “Where was this made? Was this garment made ethically? Is this fabric made of plastic? Can this garment be upcycled and if not, can it be recycled?” Signup at decodenim.com to receive $20 off your first purchase. They promise not to spam you and send out no more than 3 emails a month, with 2 of them surrounding education or a personal note from the Founder. Find them on Instagram as @deco.denim.Vagabond Vintage DTLV is a vintage clothing, accessories & decor reselling business based in Downtown Las Vegas. Not only do we sell in Las Vegas, but we are also located throughout resale markets in San Francisco as well as at a curated boutique called Lux and Ivy located in Indianapolis, Indiana. Jessica, the founder & owner of Vagabond Vintage DTLV, recently opened the first IRL location located in the Arts District of Downtown Las Vegas on August 5th. The shop has a strong emphasis on 60s & 70s garments, single stitch tee shirts & dreamy loungewear. Follow them on instagram, @vagabondvintage.dtlv and keep an eye out for their website coming fall of 2022.Country Feedback is a mom & pop record shop in Tarboro, North Carolina. They specialize in used rock, country, and soul and offer affordable vintage clothing and housewares. Do you have used records you want to sell? Country Feedback wants to buy them! Find us on Instagram @countryfeedbackvintageandvinyl or head downeast and visit our brick and mortar. All are welcome at this inclusive and family-friendly record shop in the country!Located in Whistler, Canada, Velvet Underground is a "velvet jungle" full of vintage and second-hand clothes, plants, a vegan cafe and lots of rad products from other small sustainable businesses. Our mission is to create a brand and community dedicated to promoting self-expression, as well as educating and inspiring a more sustainable and conscious lifestyle both for the people and the planet.Find us on Instagram @shop_velvetunderground or online at www.shopvelvetunderground.comSelina Sanders, a social impact brand that specializes in up-cycled clothing, using only reclaimed, vintage or thrifted materials: from tea towels, linens, blankets and quilts.  Sustainably crafted in Los Angeles, each piece is designed to last in one's closet for generations to come.  Maximum Style; Minimal Carbon Footprint.Salt Hats:  purveyors of truly sustainable hats. Hand blocked, sewn and embellished in Detroit, Michigan.Republica Unicornia Yarns: Hand-Dyed Yarn and notions for the color-obsessed. Made with love and some swearing in fabulous Atlanta, Georgia by Head Yarn Wench Kathleen. Get ready for rainbows with a side of Giving A Damn! Republica Unicornia is all about making your own magic using small-batch, responsibly sourced, hand-dyed yarns and thoughtfully made notions. Slow fashion all the way down and discover the joy of creating your very own beautiful hand knit, crocheted, or woven pieces. Find us on Instagram @republica_unicornia_yarns and at www.republicaunicornia.com.Cute Little Ruin is an online shop dedicated to providing quality vint...

Welcome back to another episode of Nashville Restaurant Radio! Today, we're sitting down with Sean Lyons, Managing Partner of Up Hospitality, the group behind Germantown Cafe, Park Cafe, and their newest addition, Karrington Rowe in Brentwood.Sean shares his passion for community-driven restaurants, how Up Hospitality approaches hospitality and growth, and the story behind their Park Cafe acquisition. Of course, we also dive deep into their newest concept, Karrington Rowe, and what makes it stand out.We're also getting into some hot industry topics, including:

The Rev. Dr. Craig is a Cumberland Presbyterian minister, community development nerd, wannabe poet, and personal photographer for her two-year-old identical twin girls. Growing up in rural Alabama as the only Asian kid other than her brother shaped her curiosity about marginalized places, community, and belonging. She's most at home in borderland spaces, whether that be leading an arts and literacy youth organization in North Philadelphia, participating in university civic engagement in Camden, New Jersey, or pastoring a Germantown church dedicated to serving their immigrant and Latinx neighbors. With the help of her church, she's practicing deep loving with folks in the midst of violence, homelessness, and hunger.

Talk Money with Jim ShoemakerJoin as Jim Shoemaker, Rob Clement, and Scott Jordan as they discuss the options of “Aging in Place.”Daniel Irwin, BBB, with take us back to Scam School to inform us of the most recent scam alerts.                                   "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money”Jim Shoemaker, CFP, ChFC, is an investment advisor representative offering advisory services through Cetera Investment Advisers, a registered investment adviser. Securities offered through Cetera Advisor Networks, member FINRA/SIPC. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity. Shoemaker Financial is independently owned and operated. 2176 West St, Ste. 100, Germantown, TN 38138

Germantown, Ridgeland, Canton and Raymond all won State Championships, showing how the power has shifted in Mississippi high school hoops. Plus we get up to date with college basketball, college baseball and the amazing Konnor Griffin story.  

One of the greatest insiders in direct response today is not primarily a copywriter, but a graphic designer. Actually, our returning champion Lori Haller is a designer… and so much more. She works side by side with many of the greatest copywriters of our time to help create control-beating packages, for clients like Boardroom, Healthy Directions, Dr. Al Sears, Nutri-Health, KCI Communications, and Agora. She has coached clients around the world, and she is an in-demand speaker and trainer. I've only scratched the surface of Lori's incredible and long list of credentials. You'd be hard pressed to find someone who knows more or who has done more. Her company, DesigningResponse, based in Germantown, Maryland, has built a reputation for creating award-winning, sales-generating direct mail, online promotions, space advertising, and product development. Today she's going to share some of her secrets for using design to get better conversions from your copy. Here is what we asked her: 1. You are well known for saying “Copy is King, Design is Queen.” Could you talk about that? 2. Help us understand the importance of what needs to go at the top of a sales page. What are the key elements and the reason for designing that way? 3. Could you walk us through what you do in your three-part copy review. (take your time and be as thorough with this answer as you like) 4. I've heard that you have an approach where the design can force the reader to go through the copy in a certain sequence. How does that work? 5. How do you match images with the people who will be reading the copy? 6. As a designer, what do you do to get into the prospect's head? 7. Summing up, what are the top three or four things a copywriter should know and remember about the role of design? RESOURCES Lori's website: https://lorihaller.com Lori's videos: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-haller-b2840717/details/featured/ Download.

Southern Miss and Ole Miss got some welcomed news as both joined Mississippi State, giving the Magnolia State three teams in this week;s college baseball poll. Otherwise, the college basketball grind continues and the best high school basketball teams converge on Jackson for the annual MHSAA boys and girls state tournament.

A new community space in the Germantown neighborhood helps residents understand and prepare for storms. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/ 

This Day in Legal History: First Formal Anti-slavery Resolution in American HistoryOn February 18, 1688, a group of Quakers in Germantown, Pennsylvania, drafted the first formal anti-slavery resolution in American history. Addressed to their local monthly meeting, the document condemned the practice of slavery and argued that it was incompatible with Christian teachings. The authors—Garret Henderich, Derick op de Graeff, Francis Daniel Pastorius, and Abram op de Graeff—compared enslaving Africans to the feared practice of Christian captives being taken by Turkish pirates. They pointed out the hypocrisy of Quakers, who sought religious freedom for themselves while denying liberty to others. The resolution questioned whether Christians had the moral right to enslave others based on race and emphasized the Golden Rule: treating others as one would want to be treated. It also warned of the possibility that enslaved people might eventually resist their oppression, raising the moral dilemma of whether their masters would then take up arms against them. The document urged Quakers to reconsider their complicity in slavery and to recognize the dignity and humanity of all people. Though the resolution was not immediately adopted by the broader Quaker community, it laid the groundwork for the abolitionist movement within the Society of Friends. Over time, Quakers became some of the most outspoken opponents of slavery in America. The Germantown protest stands as an early and courageous call for justice, foreshadowing the larger struggle for human rights that would unfold in the centuries to come.The Trump administration has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to lift a judge's order blocking the removal of Hampton Dellinger, head of the Office of Special Counsel, as litigation over his firing continues. Dellinger, appointed by former President Biden, was informed of his dismissal on February 7, but he sued, arguing that Trump lacked the authority to remove him without cause. Federal law allows the Special Counsel to be dismissed only for inefficiency, neglect of duty, or malfeasance.On February 12, U.S. District Judge Amy Berman Jackson issued a temporary restraining order reinstating Dellinger, stating that his firing violated legal job protections. The Justice Department, calling the ruling an attack on presidential authority, argues that courts should not dictate whom the president retains in his administration. The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals rejected the administration's appeal, deeming it premature.This case may set an important precedent for Trump's broader efforts to reshape the federal government by removing independent agency heads. It follows a pattern of dismissals, including Trump's recent firing of 17 inspectors general without explanation. The Special Counsel's Office plays a crucial role in protecting whistleblowers and enforcing restrictions on political activity among federal employees.Trump administration turns to US Supreme Court in bid to fire agency head | ReutersPresident Donald Trump announced he will nominate Edward Martin for a full term as U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia. Martin, currently serving in an interim capacity, has drawn controversy for his past legal work. He previously represented individuals charged in the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot and recently sought to drop charges against a defendant he once defended.Martin was also present outside the Capitol during the attack and has criticized the Justice Department's handling of the prosecutions. His nomination requires Senate approval, and ethical concerns have been raised about his involvement in cases related to former clients. Justice Department rules typically require attorneys to recuse themselves from such cases for at least a year.Trump, on his first day back in office, granted clemency to nearly all of the 1,600 people charged in connection with the riot. Martin's nomination is expected to face scrutiny due to his past legal advocacy for those involved in efforts to overturn the 2020 election.Trump to nominate top prosecutor Martin for permanent term as US attorney for DC | ReutersA former business development manager is suing Reed Smith LLP for at least $50,000 in unpaid overtime, claiming the firm misclassified her as a manager to avoid paying her for excessive work hours. Phoebe Medeiros filed the lawsuit in California state court, alleging she regularly worked 90-hour weeks, sometimes in shifts as long as 36 hours, despite official timesheets reflecting a standard 40-hour workweek.Medeiros, who transferred to Reed Smith's Southern California office in 2022, says she primarily worked under the direct instructions of partner Mark Pedretti, preparing business pitch materials and relaying information, rather than functioning as a true manager. Pedretti, who is not named as a defendant, has not commented on the lawsuit.Reed Smith has not responded to requests for comment, and neither Medeiros nor her attorneys from The Rutten Law Firm have provided statements. Medeiros has since left the firm and now works at Freshfields. The case, Medeiros v. Reed Smith, LLP, is being heard in California Superior Court for Los Angeles County.Reed Smith Sued by Business Development Manager for Overtime PayAnd in my column for Bloomberg Tax this week, I pitch the idea of tax-abatement bridge loans for office conversions. Post-pandemic, cities like New York, San Francisco, and Washington are struggling to revitalize commercial districts, with tax abatements for office-to-residential conversions proving ineffective because they only apply after project completion. Instead of making developers wait years to benefit, states should allow them to borrow against future tax savings through upfront, low-interest bridge loans—essentially restructuring the incentive rather than creating a new subsidy.  With record-high office vacancies and persistent housing shortages, conversions make obvious policy sense. However, they remain slow due to high costs and the difficulty of securing favorable loans in the current interest rate environment. Existing tax incentives only kick in post-construction, forcing developers to front conversion costs while facing uncertainty about future property tax rates. A bridge loan program secured by future abatements would mitigate this risk by locking in tax savings at financing, providing developers with stable, immediate capital.  The model would work through a public-private partnership: states would calculate future tax savings, commercial banks would underwrite low-interest loans secured by those abatements, and developers would repay the loans using the redirected tax breaks. Because funds would be deployed in phases based on project milestones, states wouldn't be on the hook for speculative projects that never materialize. Unlike grants or new subsidies, this wouldn't cost taxpayers beyond existing abatements, which are currently underutilized due to their delayed structure.  This approach should appeal across the political spectrum—expanding housing supply without direct handouts to developers satisfies progressive concerns, while a self-financing mechanism aligns with fiscal conservatism. Similar models have worked elsewhere, such as Wisconsin's senior housing loan program and widely used tax increment financing districts. Given the scale of the housing crisis, cities can't afford to wait—tax-backed bridge loans offer a practical fix to a well-documented problem. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

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