News Tipoffs - Minnesota Editors
2026 Regular Season Conference Champions Honored by the ABCA
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, Aug. 6 -- The American Baseball Coaches Association issued the following news:
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2026 Regular Season Conference Champions Honored by the ABCA
The American Baseball Coaches Association is proud to recognize the 2026 ABCA Conference Champions from eight divisions of collegiate baseball. Presented annually, the award honors NCAA, NAIA and Pacific Association Division teams that captured their conference's regular-season championship, as well as NJCAA District Cham
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Acting Alaska A.G. Mills Announces $400 Million Multi-State Settlement Over Generic Drug
JUNEAU, Alaska, Aug. 6 -- The Alaska Department of Law issued the following news release:
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Acting Attorney General Cori Mills Announces $400 Million Multi-State Settlement Over Generic Drug Conspiracy
(Anchorage, AK) - Acting Alaska Attorney General Cori Mills has joined a coalition of 43 states and territories announcing a $400 million settlement in principle with Sandoz Inc. to resolve allegations that the generic drug manufacturer engaged in widespread, long-running conspiracies to ar
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AG's Office Reaches $400 Million Multistate Settlement in Principle with Sandoz Over Conspiracy to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Aug. 4 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release:
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AG's Office Reaches $400 Million Multistate Settlement in Principle with Sandoz Over Conspiracy to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition
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BOSTON -Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell today joined a bipartisan coalition of 43 states and territories announcing a $400 million settlement in principle with Sandoz Inc. to resolve allegations that the generic dr
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American Academy of Neurology: Avoiding 3 Risk Factors Associated With Living 13 More Years Without Dementia
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Aug. 6 (TNSjou) -- The American Academy of Neurology issued the following news release:
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Avoiding 3 risk factors associated with living 13 more years without dementia
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* Having normal blood pressure, no diabetes and not smoking was associated with living nearly 13 years longer without dementia.
* The study does not prove that avoiding these vascular risk factors causes the delay in dementia; it only shows an association.
* A limitation of the study w
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American Academy of Neurology: Most People With Atypical Alzheimer's May Be Ineligible for New Therapies
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Aug. 6 (TNSjou) -- The American Academy of Neurology issued the following news release:
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Most people with atypical Alzheimer's may be ineligible for new therapies
Up to 85% would not meet treatment criteria, researchers find
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* A new study found that up to 85% of people with atypical Alzheimer's, variants of the disease that affect thinking, language or vision rather than memory first, may not qualify for newer treatments.
* The study looked at wheth
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Application Filed for Control of Odin Bancshares
WASHINGTON, Aug. 5 (TNSFR) -- An application has been filed under the Change in Bank Control Act seeking approval to acquire voting shares of Odin Bancshares and indirectly acquire voting shares of Odin State Bank, both of Odin, Minnesota, according to a notice published by the Federal Reserve System.
The application involves the Judy Harder Irrevocable QSST Trust and the Judy Harder Irrevocable QTIP Trust, both of Odin, Minnesota, with John Fischer of New Ulm, Minnesota, serving as trustee, t
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Attorney General Bonta Urges SEC to Keep Climate Disclosure Regulations, Ensure Investments, Americans' Retirement Accounts Are Protected
SACRAMENTO, California, Aug. 5 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Bonta Urges SEC to Keep Climate Disclosure Regulations, Ensure Investments, Americans' Retirement Accounts Are Protected
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Rescinding the rules would not eliminate climate risk; it would only leave investors in the dark
OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta this week joined a coalition of 21 attorneys general in opposing the Securities and Exchange Commi
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Barraza Appointed to ABA Commission on Hispanic Legal Rights and Responsibilities
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Aug. 5 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Barraza Appointed to ABA Commission on Hispanic Legal Rights and Responsibilities
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Taft associate Annabel Barraza has been appointed as a fellow to the American Bar Association's Commission on Hispanic Legal Rights and Responsibilities. During the one-year term, she will support the commission's goal of developing and championing initiatives and research to educate lawyers on how be
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Center of the American Experiment Issues Commentary: 2024 Rankings - Only Two States Spent More on Welfare Than Minnesota
MINNETONKA, Minnesota, Aug. 6 -- The Center of the American Experiment, a civic and educational organization that says it creates and advocates policies, issued the following commentary on Aug. 4, 2026, by economist Martha Njolomole:
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2024 rankings: Only two states spent more on welfare than Minnesota
Minnesota has one of the most generous welfare systems nationwide. That trend persisted in the 2024 fiscal year, as recently released Census Bureau data show that, after adjusting for the n
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Center of the American Experiment Issues Commentary: Ellison Disputes KSTP's Fraud Recovery Numbers Before Admitting He Has No Idea What They Actually are
MINNETONKA, Minnesota, Aug. 6 -- The Center of the American Experiment, a civic and educational organization that says it creates and advocates policies, issued the following commentary by economist John Phelan:
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Ellison disputes KSTP's fraud recovery numbers before admitting he has no idea what they actually are
In June, Attorney General Keith Ellison's office put out a press release celebrating the fact that "Since 2019, Minnesota's [Medicaid Fraud Control Unit] MFCU has secured more t
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Center of the American Experiment Issues Commentary: More Americans Now Support All-day Cellphone Bans in Schools
MINNETONKA, Minnesota, Aug. 6 -- The Center of the American Experiment, a civic and educational organization that says it creates and advocates policies, issued the following commentary on Aug. 4, 2026, by policy fellow Catrin Wigfall:
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More Americans now support all-day cellphone bans in schools
Support for restricting student cellphone use is growing. A new Pew Research Center poll found that, for the first time, more Americans support banning student cellphone use for the entire schoo
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Center on Budget & Policy Priorities: States Should Support an Energy System That Is Affordable, Safe, and Reliable for All
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities issued the following report on Aug. 4, 20226, by Rachel Jacobson, lead researcher of state climate policy on the State Fiscal Policy Team, and Mikaela Tajo, climate policy analyst on the Federal Fiscal Policy Team:
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States Should Support an Energy System That Is Affordable, Safe, and Reliable for All
They Can Start Now, in Their 2026 Legislative Sessions
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Everyone deserves affordable, reliable, safe, and clean energy to
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CentraCare Heart & Vascular Center Ranked No. 2 in Minnesota by U.S. News & World Report
ST. CLOUD, Minnesota, Aug. 6 -- CentraCare Health issued the following news release:
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CentraCare Heart & Vascular Center Ranked No. 2 in Minnesota by U.S. News & World Report
CentraCare - St. Cloud Hospital has been named the No. 2 program in Minnesota for Cardiology, Heart and Vascular Surgery by U.S. News & World Report in its 2026-2027 rankings, second only to Mayo Clinic.
The CentraCare Heart & Vascular Center is one of the largest and most advanced heart and vascular programs in th
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Cotton to Bessent: Protect Critical Infrastructure from Cyberattacks
WASHINGTON, Aug. 5 -- Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release:
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Cotton to Bessent: Protect Critical Infrastructure from Cyberattacks
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Contact: Tatum Wallace or Hannah McCarthy
August 5, 2026
WASHINGTON -Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent asking him to ensure federal tax guidance encourages investment in and modernization of American operational technology, which is the hardware and software that controls critical
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Development of Algae-Based Food Product Earns Prestigious Award
STORRS, Connecticut, Aug. 5 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news:
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Development of Algae-Based Food Product Earns Prestigious Award
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A UConn researcher specializing in the development and commercialization of sustainable food products using algae and other natural materials has been awarded a $500,000 Grand Challenges grant from the Gates Foundation.
Mingyu Qiao, assistant professor of innovation and entrepreneurship in the College of Agriculture, Health and Natur
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Eight Ameriprise Financial Advisors Recognized on Barron's "Top 100 Women Financial Advisors" Ranking
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Aug. 6 -- Ameriprise Financial, a provider of investment advice, asset management and insurance capabilities, issued the following news release on Aug. 5, 2026:
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Eight Ameriprise Financial Advisors Recognized on Barron's "Top 100 Women Financial Advisors" Ranking
Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (NYSE: AMP) today announced that eight of its financial advisors have been named to the Barron's "Top 100 Women Financial Advisors" ranking, a prestigious industry list recogniz
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Ernst Joins Vice President Vance, White House Task Force to Wage War on Fraud
WASHINGTON, Aug. 5 -- Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, issued the following news release:
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Ernst Joins Vice President Vance, White House Task Force to Wage War on Fraud
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WASHINGTON - Today, Senate DOGE Caucus Chair Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) joined Vice President J.D. Vance and the White House Task Force to discuss how Republicans are putting fraudsters out of business.
Download more photos of Senator Ernst HERE
During the roundtable, Ernst applauded Vice President Vance's leadership and how the Ta
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Event at Paycor Stadium celebrates upcoming 'Cradle of Coaches' documentary
OXFORD, Ohio, Aug. 4 -- Miami University posted the following news:
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Event at Paycor Stadium celebrates upcoming 'Cradle of Coaches' documentary
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Miami University is known for many things - academic excellence; its picturesque campus; even its cuisine and famous toasted rolls.
Producing leaders is also on that list. From CEOs to elected officials and entrepreneurs shaping the future of business, Miamians have a reputation for setting the pace in their respective areas.
Never was that
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FAA Updates Instrument Flight Procedures at Airports
WASHINGTON, Aug. 5 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration has issued a final rule amending Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs) and associated Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures for airports across the United States to support safe and efficient instrument flight operations.
The rule updates 14 CFR Part 97 and incorporates by reference revised flight procedures that respond to changes in the National Airspace System, including
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Faegre Drinker Issues Commentary: AI Briefing - Frontier AI Models Gone Rogue, DeepMind CEO Calls for Oversight Body, and NY Pauses Data Center Permits
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Aug. 6 -- Faegre Drinker Biddle and Reath, a law firm, issued the following commentary on Aug. 4, 2026, by Senior Director Kacey E. Stotler, trainee solicitor James Ford, associates Charlotte H N Perowne, Mason S. Medeiros, Summer L. Elliot and Emily Burgess and partners Huw Beverley-Smith, Scott M. Kosnoff, Sara K. Manske and Joseph C. O'Keefe:
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AI Briefing: Frontier AI Models Gone Rogue, DeepMind CEO Calls for Oversight Body, and NY Pauses Data Center Permits
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Faegre Drinker Issues Commentary: Antidumping Duty and Countervailing Duty Petitions on PFA From India
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Aug. 6 -- Faegre Drinker Biddle and Reath, a law firm, issued the following commentary on Aug. 5, 2026, by counsel Richard P. Ferrin, associate Morgan Alexis Howard and partners Daniel R. Wilson and Carrie Bethea Connolly:
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New Antidumping Duty and Countervailing Duty Petitions on PFA from India
Petitioners allege dumping margins from 47.93% to 56.57%.
At a Glance
* The Chemours Company FC, LLC filed antidumping and countervailing duty petitions on Perfluoroalko
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Faegre Drinker Issues Commentary: Defendants' AI Agent's Actions Expose Them to Sanctions
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Aug. 6 -- Faegre Drinker Biddle and Reath, a law firm, issued the following commentary on Aug. 5, 2026, by associate Alyssa S. Wolf and partners Anna E. Sallstrom and Lauren W. Linderman:
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Defendants' AI Agent's Actions Expose Them to Sanctions
Capconvert, LLC v. Benjamin Brown, et al., No. 26-cv-02149-CRB (ASK) (N.D. Cal. July 28, 2026)
At a Glance
* Plaintiff-employer sued a former employee and his new company for trade-secret misappropriation and obtained a t
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Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis: 2026 Institute Research Conference
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Aug. 6 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis issued the following news on Aug. 5, 2026:
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The Opportunity & Inclusive Growth Institute's annual research conference showcases the range of frontier-style research that the Institute engages with and supports. Presenters, discussants, and attendees will engage in a broad scholarly exchange of ideas around presented papers.
This year's event will feature a keynote conversation between Congressional Budget Office Di
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First-in-class small molecule inhibitor designed with AI support shows promise against pancreatic cancer in preclinical studies
ROCHESTER, Minnesota, Aug. 5 [Category: BizHospital] -- The Mayo Clinic issued the following news release:
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First-in-class small molecule inhibitor designed with AI support shows promise against pancreatic cancer in preclinical studies
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -Mayo Clinic researchers have developed an experimental drug with the help of artificial intelligence (AI) to target the "undruggable" PDZ-domain of GIPC1 protein that helps different types of cancer, including pancreatic cancer, to g
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Habitat variety draws visitors to Lake Iowa and Lake Iowa Marsh
DES MOINES, Iowa, Aug. 4 -- The Iowa Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release:
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Habitat variety draws visitors to Lake Iowa and Lake Iowa Marsh
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Following Iowa Hwy. 15 north out of Armstrong leads to Lake Iowa and Lake Iowa Marsh - two public areas nearly identical in shape and size on the Iowa Minnesota border.
"You can make a day of it out here - fish the lake, hunt pheasants, deer or ducks, paddle the lake or marsh - just enjoy the day," said Lucas Straw, w
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Minn. Human Services Dept.: New Tool Helps People With Medical Assistance Prepare for Federal Work Requirements Coming in 2027
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Aug. 6 -- The Minnesota Department of Human Services issued the following news release:
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New tool helps people with Medical Assistance prepare for federal work requirements coming in 2027
People with Medical Assistance can find out now if they will need to meet 2027 federal work reporting requirements passed in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act with a new tool from the Minnesota Department of Human Services. The tool is available through Aug. 31.
Starting Jan. 1, 2027
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Okla. A.G. Drummond Announces $469 Million Settlement With Sandoz Over Generic Drug Price-Fixing Scheme
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Aug. 6 -- Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued the following news release on Aug. 5, 2026:
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Drummond announces $469 million settlement with Sandoz over generic drug price-fixing scheme
Attorney General Gentner Drummond today announced a $469 million settlement with Sandoz Inc. to resolve allegations that the generic drug manufacturer engaged in widespread, long-running conspiracies to artificially inflate prices, reduce competition and unreasonably r
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Pa. Gov. Shapiro and First Lady Host Fourth Annual Special Olympics Bocce Tournament at the Governor's Residence, Highlighting Historic Support for Pennsylvanians With Disabilities
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Aug. 6 -- Gov. Josh Shapiro, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on Aug. 5, 2026:
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Governor Shapiro and First Lady Host Fourth Annual Special Olympics Bocce Tournament at the Governor's Residence, Highlighting Historic Support for Pennsylvanians with Disabilities
Since taking office, Governor Shapiro has met with families, advocates, and service providers across Pennsylvania and signed three executive orders to strengthen the rights of and protecti
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Sanford Health Watertown leadership promotions
SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota, Aug. 5 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sanford Health posted the following news release:
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Sanford Health Watertown leadership promotions
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John Allen has been named vice president of operations for Sanford Health Network. Allen will focus on enhancing and building Sanford Health Watertown as a regional hub while collaborating with Sanford sites, including Watertown, Canby, Clear Lake, Webster and partners across the area. Allen will work closely with Dale Gillogly,
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Secretary Rollins Announces New Steps to Put Farmers First While at Minnesota Farmfest
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the following news release:
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Secretary Rollins Announces New Steps to Put Farmers First While at Minnesota Farmfest
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(Washington, D.C., August 4, 2026) - Today, at Minnesota Farmfest, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced several steps that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is taking to support America's farmers in response to ongoing challenges across the agricultural sector. These actions incl
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Senate Budget Ranking Member Merkley Delivers Opening Statement at Medicaid Hearing
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, ranking member of the Senate Budget Committee, issued the following statement on Aug. 4, 2026, at a hearing on Medicaid:
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Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
And thank you to our witnesses for being here today.
Last year, my Republican colleagues passed their so-called Big, Beautiful Bill.
I call it a Big Ugly Betrayal because it slashes more than $1 trillion from our health care systems, kicks more than 15 million Americans off their health insu
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Springfield College Alumna Shares Her Passion for Special Olympics New Jersey
SPRINGFIELD, Massachusetts, Aug. 5 -- Springfield College issued the following news:
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Springfield College Alumna Shares Her Passion for Special Olympics New Jersey
By: Damon Markiewicz
For Patricia Hughes-Gray Siegel '94, G'95, experiencing the 2026 Special Olympics USA Unified Games felt like stepping into a world where teamwork, joy, and pure competitive spirit came together in the most powerful way.
The Special Olympics USA Games are a premier national multi-sport event held every f
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Taft Advises Grand Appliance on Investment by Platinum Equity
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Aug. 5 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Taft Advises Grand Appliance on Investment by Platinum Equity
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Taft is pleased to have served as legal counsel to Grand Appliance in connection with Platinum Equity's investment in the company.
As part of the transaction, Grand Appliance will enter into a strategic partnership with R&B Wholesale Distributors, a Platinum Equity portfolio company and leading West Coast-based applianc
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Taft IP Attorneys Named 2026 IP Stars
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Aug. 5 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Taft IP Attorneys Named 2026 IP Stars
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Taft is pleased to announce that Managing Intellectual Property (MIP) magazine has once again recognized its IP practice and attorneys in the 2026 IP Stars guide. The firm is "Recommended" in Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio and nationally. In addition, several of the firm's practitioners have received individual IP Stars honors
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Tennessee Secures Multistate Settlement in Principle with Sandoz Over Alleged Generic Drug Price-Fixing
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 5 -- Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti issued the following news:
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Tennessee Secures Multistate Settlement in Principle with Sandoz Over Alleged Generic Drug Price-Fixing
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Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti today joined a bipartisan coalition of 43 states and territories announcing a $400 million settlement in principle with Sandoz Inc. to resolve allegations that the generic drug manufacturer engaged in widespread conspiracies to inflate
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Va. A.G. Jones Sues Trump Administration Again to Stop Latest Round of Illegal Tariffs
RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 6 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release on Aug. 5, 2026:
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Attorney General Jones Sues Trump Administration Again to Stop Latest Round of Illegal Tariffs
Lawsuit challenges unlawful tariffs that are increasing costs for Virginians and exacerbating the existing cost crisis
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Attorney General Jones joined a coalition of 25 states in filing another lawsuit against the Trump Administration's efforts to impose illegal tariffs on A
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Vikings legend John Randle joins 'Greats of the Game' event
SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota, Aug. 5 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sanford Health posted the following news release:
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Vikings legend John Randle joins 'Greats of the Game' event
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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - The EMC Greats of the Game at the Sanford International has finalized its lineup for the 2026 event with the addition of Pro Football Hall of Famer and Minnesota Vikings legend John Randle. Randle joins award-winning country music artist Jordan Davis, former Minnesota Vikings tight end Kyle Rudol
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What Permanent Daylight Saving Time Would Mean for Our Health
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 5 -- Emory University Rollins School of Public Health posted the following news release:
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What Permanent Daylight Saving Time Would Mean for Our Health
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Soon we may not have to worry about changing our clocks twice a year, but that might not be a good thing.
#Daylight Saving Time...Forever
The House of Representatives passed the Sunshine Protection Act earlier this month, which would make daylight saving time permanent. That means that our clocks would remain s
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Xcel Energy outlines plan to reduce wildfire risk and enhance public safety across the Texas Panhandle and South Plains
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Aug. 4 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Xcel Energy issued the following news release:
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Xcel Energy outlines plan to reduce wildfire risk and enhance public safety across the Texas Panhandle and South Plains
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AMARILLO, Texas (Aug. 4, 2026) -Southwestern Public Service Company (SPS), a subsidiary of Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL), filed a Wildfire Mitigation Plan with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT). The plan outlines specific actions, technologies and operation
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