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Palmetto Moon to open Cary store Oct. 24
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Palmetto Moon will open a new store at Crossroads Plaza in Cary, North Carolina, on Oct. 24, expanding its footprint in the Research Triangle and across the state.
ASW Distillery and John Deere launch permanent whiskey partnership
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ASW Distillery and John Deere have teamed up on two permanent American whiskeys, Fiddler Combine Bourbon and Fiddler Steel Plow Rye, set to launch June 24, 2026 in Atlanta and 13 states.
Beachmate Shovel expands into 100 Walmart stores
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Beachmate said its Made-in-USA Beachmate Shovel is rolling out to 100 Walmart stores nationwide as the Charleston brand pushes its flagship beach tool into one of the country’s largest retail channels.
Seasonal weather can strain commercial HVAC systems
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Commercial HVAC systems in Louisiana and Mississippi face different seasonal pressures, from summer humidity and winter cold snaps to spring storms and year-round roof exposure.
SMART Reviews founder warns against unchecked AI in litigation support
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Katherine Hoffmann, founder of SMART Reviews LLC, says human review still matters in mass tort case screening as firms adopt AI tools.
Modern Mill adds stainable shingle siding to ACRE lineup
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Modern Mill on July 1 launched ACRE Perfection Shingle Siding, a composite panel designed to mimic cedar shingles without the rot, weathering and upkeep of wood.
A&R Group opens 98-room Hampton Inn in Gulfport
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A&R Group has opened Hampton Inn by Hilton Gulfport, a new 98-room hotel on Mississippi’s Gulf Coast.
Crescent Sotheby’s adds veteran agent Muriel Palmgren
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Crescent Sotheby’s International Realty has added Muriel Palmgren, a Greater New Orleans real estate veteran with more than 16 years of experience.
RefillGenie adds Spanish-language access for same-day prescription refills
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RefillGenie now offers Spanish-language access to its text-based prescription refill service across 49 states and Washington, D.C. The Jersey City telehealth company says it has treated 15,000 patients as it expands a 24/7 option for people who…
Palmetto Moon set to open new Paducah store Aug. 1
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Palmetto Moon will celebrate the grand opening of its Kentucky Oaks Pavilion store in Paducah on Aug. 1, marking its sixth Kentucky location.
Valerie Barrilleaux joins Crescent Sotheby’s International Realty
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Award-winning Realtor Valerie Barrilleaux has joined Crescent Sotheby’s International Realty in New Orleans, adding more than 13 years of experience in the Greater New Orleans market.
Occasions Caterers marks 25 years with Taste of the South
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Occasions Caterers is celebrating 25 years as the exclusive catering partner for Taste of the South’s Annual Gala in Washington, D.C. The milestone underscores a long-running philanthropic event that raises funds for Southern charities and, in…
Prairie Farms donates 250,000 milk servings for June Dairy Month
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Prairie Farms Family of Companies is donating 250,000 servings of fresh whole milk to Feeding America partner food banks in 20 states to mark June Dairy Month and America’s 250th anniversary.
Fluorite market to reach $5.9 billion by 2033
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Allied Market Research says the global fluorite market was worth $3.6 billion in 2023 and is on track to hit $5.9 billion by 2033, driven by demand from the chemical industry and mining advances.
Louisiana weather puts year-round strain on HVAC systems
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Louisiana’s heat, humidity, storms and sudden cold fronts can shorten HVAC life and reduce indoor comfort if systems are not maintained.
Lhoist leads fragmented limestone market as carbon capture gains ground
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Lhoist Group led global limestone sales in 2024 with a 4% share, according to The Business Research Company, as the market remained highly fragmented.
Ten storage box and bag makers target eco-friendly demand in 2026
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A new roundup highlights 10 manufacturers supplying storage boxes, storage bags, and related home-organization products to global retailers and brands.
Priority Roofing pushes FORTIFIED roof upgrades across the Gulf South
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New Orleans-based Priority Roofing is expanding IBHS FORTIFIED roof installations across Louisiana and Mississippi ahead of hurricane season, pairing storm-hardening work with state grants and insurance discounts.
School Nutrition Foundation awards 2026 equipment grants to schools nationwide
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The School Nutrition Foundation named 2026 equipment grant recipients to help school meal programs expand scratch-made menus, improve efficiency and ease staffing and budget pressures.
CapturePoint promotes Kris Roberson to president and COO
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CapturePoint has named Kris Roberson president and chief operating officer as the Allen, Texas-based carbon management company looks to expand its EOR, CO2 infrastructure and carbon capture business.
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