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TEDCO Announces Joint-Declaration Agreement Signing With Korea Venture Investment Corporation
COLUMBIA, Maryland, Nov. 7 -- TEDCO, the Maryland Technology Development Corp., issued the following news release on Nov. 6, 2025:
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TEDCO Announces Joint-Declaration Agreement Signing with Korea Venture Investment Corporation
The agreement will support collaborative efforts to expand the innovation ecosystem
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TEDCO, Maryland's economic engine for technology companies, announces a recent joint-declaration signing with South Korean entity, Korea Venture Investment Corporation (KVIC). KVIC's U.S. East Coast Office, located in New York City, supports Korean start-ups in gaining a global
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COLUMBIA, Maryland, Nov. 7 -- TEDCO, the Maryland Technology Development Corp., issued the following news release on Nov. 6, 2025:
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TEDCO Announces Joint-Declaration Agreement Signing with Korea Venture Investment Corporation
The agreement will support collaborative efforts to expand the innovation ecosystem
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TEDCO, Maryland's economic engine for technology companies, announces a recent joint-declaration signing with South Korean entity, Korea Venture Investment Corporation (KVIC). KVIC's U.S. East Coast Office, located in New York City, supports Korean start-ups in gaining a globalfootprint and leading frontier technologies industries.
"I don't leave the State of Maryland unless I have the chance to bring business opportunities back with me. Our administration's historic trade mission to South Korea is a case in point of what we can achieve when we engage our allies and embrace international partnership," said Maryland Governor Wes Moore. "In partnership, we will build new pathways to work, wages and wealth for all."
TEDCO is a driving force for economic development in Maryland. Through this agreement, the organization seeks to collaborate with KVIC to continue this growth, allowing for the development of both locales. Such cooperation may include joint workshops, acceleration programs and more. The formalization of these efforts represents a large step towards creating sustainable innovation ecosystems in both Maryland and South Korea by supporting the commercialization of startups' technologies and their international scaling.
MyeongSeon Kim, head of KVIC's U.S. East Coast Office, expressed strong interest in Maryland's robust scientific foundation and its culture of diversity and inclusion. He noted that through this Joint Declaration, he hopes to see Maryland's outstanding startups expand into Korea, and Korea's innovative tech startups enter the Maryland ecosystem. He also expressed his expectation that Korean professionals at institutions such as Johns Hopkins University and the University of Maryland will be further encouraged to launch startups and attract investment through this initiative.
The signing took place at TEDCO's 2025 Entrepreneur Expo, which was held on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at The Hotel at the University of Maryland. The 11th and final iteration of this premier event welcomed more than 1,100 attendees, showcased various resources from across the State. The event was jam-packed full of workshops, roundtable discussions, exhibiting companies and pitches, allowing entrepreneurs to network, learn and be inspired. View the signing here (https://youtu.be/KJj4i7axf3U).
"Ranked as the top state in the nation for emerging venture capital investments, Maryland is uniquely positioned to collaborate with international entities, and, as the State's Venture Capital arm, so is TEDCO," said TEDCO CEO, Troy LeMaile-Stovall. "After meeting with the great people of KVIC earlier this year, we are confident this agreement will enable sustainable innovation ecosystems, furthering growth and continued collaboration across borders. We are excited to see where the continued cooperation leads us."
Learn more about TEDCO's investment funds and resources at tedcomd.com.
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Original text here: https://www.tedcomd.com/news-events/press-releases/2025/tedco-announces-joint-declaration-agreement-signing-korea-venture
Rhode Island Supreme Court Issues Opinion on Porch Swing Holding Vs. Wayne A. Mallory
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Nov. 7 -- The Rhode Island Supreme Court issued the following opinion on Nov. 5, 2025:
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Porch Swing Holdings LLC v. Wayne A. Mallory et al.
Present: Suttell, C.J., Goldberg, Robinson, Lynch Prata, and Long, JJ.
OPINION
Justice Goldberg, for the Court. The defendants, Wayne A. Mallory and Linda M. Mallory (the Mallorys or defendants), appeal from a Superior Court order granting summary judgment in favor of the plaintiff, Porch Swing Holdings LLC (Porch Swing Holdings or plaintiff). This case came before the Supreme Court pursuant to an order directing the parties
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PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Nov. 7 -- The Rhode Island Supreme Court issued the following opinion on Nov. 5, 2025:
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Porch Swing Holdings LLC v. Wayne A. Mallory et al.
Present: Suttell, C.J., Goldberg, Robinson, Lynch Prata, and Long, JJ.
OPINION
Justice Goldberg, for the Court. The defendants, Wayne A. Mallory and Linda M. Mallory (the Mallorys or defendants), appeal from a Superior Court order granting summary judgment in favor of the plaintiff, Porch Swing Holdings LLC (Porch Swing Holdings or plaintiff). This case came before the Supreme Court pursuant to an order directing the partiesto appear and show cause why the issues raised in this appeal should not be summarily decided. Having considered the parties' written and oral submissions, we conclude that cause has not been shown and that this matter may be decided at this time. For the reasons set forth below, we affirm the order granting summary judgment.
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Opinion No.: 2024-108-Appeal. (PM 22-3320)
To view entire opinion click here: https://www.courts.ri.gov/Opinions/Supreme-24-108.pdf
New Hampshire Insurance Department Issues Bulletin on Fair Marketing and Compensation Practices for Medicare Plans
CONCORD, New Hampshire, Nov. 7 -- The New Hampshire Department of Insurance issued the following news release on Nov. 6, 2025:
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New Hampshire Insurance Department Issues Bulletin on Fair Marketing and Compensation Practices for Medicare Plans
The New Hampshire Insurance Department (NHID) has issued a bulletin, Docket Number INS 25-082-AB, to address potentially unlawful conduct by certain insurers offering Medicare Advantage (MA) and Medicare Supplement (MS) products in the state. The bulletin reaffirms that carriers must make approved products readily accessible, treat producers in accordance
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CONCORD, New Hampshire, Nov. 7 -- The New Hampshire Department of Insurance issued the following news release on Nov. 6, 2025:
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New Hampshire Insurance Department Issues Bulletin on Fair Marketing and Compensation Practices for Medicare Plans
The New Hampshire Insurance Department (NHID) has issued a bulletin, Docket Number INS 25-082-AB, to address potentially unlawful conduct by certain insurers offering Medicare Advantage (MA) and Medicare Supplement (MS) products in the state. The bulletin reaffirms that carriers must make approved products readily accessible, treat producers in accordancewith approved compensation structures, and comply with laws designed to protect consumers and ensure a fair marketplace.
Removing enrollment applications from public access, discouraging producers from marketing particular products, or altering producer compensation during the plan year could violate New Hampshire law and undermine fair competition and informed consumer choice in the Medicare marketplace. Such actions may impede seniors' ability to evaluate the full range of available Medicare options and create improper incentives that interfere with producers' duty to act in the consumer's best interest. If verified, these practices could constitute unfair or deceptive acts under RSA 417 and lead to enforcement action by the NHID.
"The conduct described in this bulletin is deeply troubling because it may restrict seniors' access to the full range of Medicare options that the law allows," said Insurance Commissioner DJ Bettencourt. "When Medicare-eligible Granite Staters are shopping for coverage, they deserve clear information, fair competition, and the confidence that neither carriers nor producers are steering them based on hidden incentives or mid-year changes in compensation."
For Medicare Supplement products, the bulletin explains that state law provides clear limits on producer compensation. Under RSA 415-F:3, IV, the NHID is authorized to regulate such compensation, and Insurance Rule Ins 1905.18 requires that commissions or other compensation remain consistent after the first year and not be modified during the policy term. Altering producer compensation mid-year would therefore be inconsistent with these provisions.
All carriers remain subject to RSA 417, which prohibits unfair or deceptive acts in the business of insurance, to the extent not preempted by federal law. Carriers that withhold or obscure access to enrollment materials, manipulate producer incentives, or otherwise interfere with consumer choice risk violating these standards.
The bulletin also reminds carriers that it is an unfair insurance trade practice under RSA 417 to reduce or eliminate producer compensation mid-year except as expressly permitted in an approved compensation schedule, or to create artificial disincentives that deter producers from marketing otherwise available products. Although the bulletin does not compel a carrier to continue selling a product it has lawfully withdrawn from the market, it emphasizes that as long as a plan remains approved and offered in New Hampshire, the carrier must make enrollment reasonably available through customary channels--including online, by mail, and through duly appointed producers--and must honor the compensation structure reflected in its approved filings.
All carriers and producers participating in the Medicare market are reminded of their duty of good faith under New Hampshire law. Producers must act in the best interest of the consumer and assist applicants in identifying the plan most suited to their medical and financial circumstances, taking into account provider access, prescription drug coverage, cost, and affordability.
"Medicare beneficiaries rely on carriers and producers to provide them with candid, unbiased guidance about the plans that fit their needs," said Deputy Insurance Commissioner Keith Nyhan. "These clarifications reinforce that the NHID expects transparency, good-faith dealings, and strict adherence to approved compensation structures so that older Granite Staters are not disadvantaged by behind-the-scenes changes in how products are marketed or how producers are paid."
The NHID will continue to monitor compliance and take enforcement action where warranted. Violations may result in administrative penalties, license suspension, or revocation under RSA 417, RSA 400-A:15, and other applicable statutes.
The full bulletin, Docket Number INS 25-082, can be viewed on the New Hampshire Insurance Department's website at https://mm.nh.gov/files/uploads/nhid/documents/20251106-ins-25-082-ab-medicare-conduct.pdf.
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The New Hampshire Insurance Department Can Help
The New Hampshire Insurance Department's mission is to promote and protect the public good by ensuring the existence of a safe and competitive insurance marketplace through the development and enforcement of the insurance laws of the State of New Hampshire. Contact us with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your insurance coverage at 800-852-3416 or 603-271-2261, or by email at consumerservices@ins.nh.gov. For more information, visit https://insurance.nh.gov/.
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Original text here: https://www.insurance.nh.gov/news-and-media/new-hampshire-insurance-department-issues-bulletin-fair-marketing-and-compensation
N.Y. PSC Seeks Public Input on Electric Load Interconnection Overhaul
WASHINGTON, Nov. 7 (TNSdok) -- The New York State Public Service Commission is requesting comments from stakeholders to help shape future policy regarding electric load interconnection across the state. This move stems from an "Order Adopting Proposal for Queue Management with Modification" (Case No. 18-E-0138) issued on Sept. 19, 2025, which, in part, approved the "Electric Vehicle Applications Queue Management Manual".
The Commission's order directed Department of Public Service (DPS) staff to develop a strategy to address issues surrounding electric load interconnection that were brought up
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 7 (TNSdok) -- The New York State Public Service Commission is requesting comments from stakeholders to help shape future policy regarding electric load interconnection across the state. This move stems from an "Order Adopting Proposal for Queue Management with Modification" (Case No. 18-E-0138) issued on Sept. 19, 2025, which, in part, approved the "Electric Vehicle Applications Queue Management Manual".
The Commission's order directed Department of Public Service (DPS) staff to develop a strategy to address issues surrounding electric load interconnection that were brought upduring the Manual's creation. The goal is to devise a systematic solution for connecting electric load, including matters identified by the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Interconnection Working Group (EVIIWG). The DPS staff is required to file a plan outlining the scope of issues within 180 days of the Order's issuance.
To aid in this process, DPS staff has prepared questions soliciting comments that will assist them in defining the scope and developing their proposal. Stakeholders are particularly asked to differentiate their answers based on loads greater than and less than 10 megawatt, a cutoff threshold used by the New York Independent System Operator for large loads.
Comments are sought on topics such as the stakeholder's role and experience in the interconnection process, the utility service territories involved, and whether their experience relates to transportation electrification, building electrification, or other forms of electrification. A key focus is a description of any difficulties or barriers encountered, prioritized by consequence, along with suggestions for actions or existing solutions that could alleviate constraints.
Initial comments are due by December 5, 2025, with reply comments requested by December 19, 2025. All comments should reference "Case 18-E-0138" and are strongly encouraged to be e-filed using the Department's Document and Matter Management System (DMM).
This effort connects with broader proceedings, including: In the Matter of Proactive Planning for Upgraded Electric Grid Infrastructure (Case No. 24-E-0364), Proceeding on Motion of the Commission to Implement Transmission Planning Pursuant to the Accelerated Renewable Energy growth and Community Benefit Act (Case No. 20-E-0197), and In the Matter of a Comprehensive Energy Efficiency Initiative (Case No. 18-M-0084).
-- Vidhi Gianani, Targeted News Service
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Original text here: https://documents.dps.ny.gov/public/Common/ViewDoc.aspx?DocRefId={30AA5A9A-0000-CB1B-81C7-FAC9F062E1E6}
Mo. Natural Resources Dept.: Missouri Geological Survey Seeks Public Help for Water Study in Lewis County
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Nov. 7 -- The Missouri Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release on Nov. 6, 2025:
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Missouri Geological Survey seeks public help for water study in Lewis County
Landowners invited to help identify possible underground aquifers to ease drought impacts on water supply
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The Missouri Department of Natural Resources' Missouri Geological Survey invites Lewis County landowners with water wells to participate in an ongoing study to identify possible underground aquifers in northeast Missouri. MGS geologists are conducting passive seismic surveys
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JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Nov. 7 -- The Missouri Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release on Nov. 6, 2025:
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Missouri Geological Survey seeks public help for water study in Lewis County
Landowners invited to help identify possible underground aquifers to ease drought impacts on water supply
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The Missouri Department of Natural Resources' Missouri Geological Survey invites Lewis County landowners with water wells to participate in an ongoing study to identify possible underground aquifers in northeast Missouri. MGS geologists are conducting passive seismic surveysto find sources of groundwater that could assist landowners in locating favorable water well construction sites. This resource could ease drought impacts on the region's water supply.
"By mapping northeast Missouri's bedrock surface, geologists can identify buried valleys that may hold fresh groundwater," says Kim Huckaba of MGS's Water Resources Center. "Public participation in this study will help us identify potential aquifers, which could be a significant resource for the region."
Geologists will conduct the passive seismic surveys by placing a device on the ground to collect seismic readings from natural vibrations in the subsurface. The device measures the thickness of materials below the Earth's surface. MGS is also conducting passive seismic surveys on public lands, primarily in the right-of-way of roads.
"Collection of passive seismic data at control points like water wells helps us accurately map the bedrock surface," Huckaba says. "Because wells penetrate the region's glacial deposits and encounter bedrock, they confirm depth to bedrock, which allows us to calibrate the dataset."
Earlier this year, MGS collected passive seismic data for Schuyler, Scotland and Clark counties.
For more information about the study or to participate, contact Kim Huckaba, Missouri Geological Survey, at kimberly.huckaba@dnr.mo.gov or 573-368-2113.
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Original text here: https://dnr.mo.gov/communications/news/missouri-geological-survey-seeks-public-help-water-study-lewis-county
LCRA Awards $24,800 Grant for Renovations to Fellowship Hall Near Waelder
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 7 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release on Nov. 6, 2025:
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LCRA awards $24,800 grant for renovations to fellowship hall near Waelder
Upgrades to Thompsonville Cemetery Association meeting hall will create a brighter, safer space for community gatherings
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GONZALES COUNTY, Texas - The Thompsonville Cemetery Association soon will renovate its fellowship hall in the Thompsonville community in northeast Gonzales County, thanks to a $24,800 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority.
The community grant, along with $8,370 in matching
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AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 7 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release on Nov. 6, 2025:
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LCRA awards $24,800 grant for renovations to fellowship hall near Waelder
Upgrades to Thompsonville Cemetery Association meeting hall will create a brighter, safer space for community gatherings
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GONZALES COUNTY, Texas - The Thompsonville Cemetery Association soon will renovate its fellowship hall in the Thompsonville community in northeast Gonzales County, thanks to a $24,800 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority.
The community grant, along with $8,370 in matchingfunds and in-kind contributions from the cemetery association and community volunteers, will pay for critical repairs and upgrades to the 55-year-old building, including leveling the foundation; replacing insulation, flooring and ceiling tiles; and installing brighter, more energy-efficient lighting.
"We are overjoyed to receive this grant awarded by LCRA," said Tessa Goodman, board member of the Thompsonville Cemetery Association. "The fellowship hall has been the heart of our community for more than 50 years, serving as a gathering place for everything from birthday parties and anniversaries to educational programs. With this support, we'll finally be able to address long-standing structural issues and make the space safer and more comfortable for everyone who uses it."
Built by local volunteers, the hall has long served as a gathering space for residents of Thompsonville and surrounding communities. The planned updates will replace the building's aging materials affected by time, moisture and wildlife, improving the health and safety of the space while also making it more inviting.
"The fellowship hall has been maintained with love by volunteers for years, but some of the repairs now require professional expertise," Goodman said. "Once complete, it will be an even better gathering place for our growing area. We want both longtime residents and new families moving in to feel welcome and proud to use the space, ensuring it remains a hallmark of Thompsonville for years to come."
This is one of 41 grants awarded recently through LCRA Community Grants. These grants are awarded twice a year as part of LCRA's effort to give back to communities in its wholesale electric, water and transmission service areas.
Applications for the next round of grants will be accepted in January. More information is available at lcra.org/cdpp.
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About LCRA
The Lower Colorado River Authority serves customers and communities throughout Texas by managing the lower Colorado River; generating and transmitting electric power; providing a clean, reliable water supply; and offering outdoor adventures at more than 40 parks along the Colorado River from the Texas Hill Country to the Gulf Coast. LCRA and its employees are committed to fulfilling our mission to enhance the quality of life of the Texans we serve through water stewardship, energy and community service. LCRA was created by the Texas Legislature in 1934 and receives no state appropriations.
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Original text here: https://www.lcra.org/news/news-releases/lcra-awards-24800-grant-for-renovations-to-fellowship-hall-near-waelder/
LCRA Awards $22,595 Grant for New Playground Equipment in Waelder
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 7 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release on Nov. 6, 2025:
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LCRA awards $22,595 grant for new playground equipment in Waelder
Upgraded park amenities will improve safety, recreation options for local families
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WAELDER, Texas - The City of Waelder soon will replace aging playground equipment at Waelder City Park, thanks to a $22,595 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority.
The community grant, along with $5,649 in matching funds from the city, will help upgrade the park with new and modern playground equipment to provide a safer
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AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 7 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release on Nov. 6, 2025:
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LCRA awards $22,595 grant for new playground equipment in Waelder
Upgraded park amenities will improve safety, recreation options for local families
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WAELDER, Texas - The City of Waelder soon will replace aging playground equipment at Waelder City Park, thanks to a $22,595 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority.
The community grant, along with $5,649 in matching funds from the city, will help upgrade the park with new and modern playground equipment to provide a saferand more engaging space for children and families. Some of the current equipment has been in place since the early 1990s and has become cracked or unstable.
"This project will really benefit the public and especially the kids," said Adolph Gonzales, acting city manager for the City of Waelder. "People use the park every day, and some of the equipment had been there for decades and was in rough shape. These upgrades will make the playground safer and give families something to look forward to enjoying together as a community."
Waelder City Park serves as the community's primary recreation area. The new equipment will help promote physical activity and create an engaging space for children to develop social skills and lifelong friendships. Modern play equipment also will make it a more inviting gathering space for area residents.
This is one of 41 grants awarded recently through LCRA Community Grants. These grants are awarded twice a year as part of LCRA's effort to give back to communities in its wholesale electric, water and transmission service areas. The City of Waelder is one of LCRA's wholesale electric customers and is a partner in the grant program.
Applications for the next round of grants will be accepted in January. More information is available at lcra.org/cdpp.
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About LCRA
The Lower Colorado River Authority serves customers and communities throughout Texas by managing the lower Colorado River; generating and transmitting electric power; providing a clean, reliable water supply; and offering outdoor adventures at more than 40 parks along the Colorado River from the Texas Hill Country to the Gulf Coast. LCRA and its employees are committed to fulfilling our mission to enhance the quality of life of the Texans we serve through water stewardship, energy and community service. LCRA was created by the Texas Legislature in 1934 and receives no state appropriations.
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Original text here: https://www.lcra.org/news/news-releases/lcra-awards-22595-grant-for-new-playground-equipment-in-waelder/
