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Shareholders of the Highland Opportunities and Income Fund will receive a monthly distribution of $0.0385 per share. The payout is scheduled for October 30, 2026, for all investors of record by the close of business on October 23, 2026, according to the Dallas-based closed-end fund.
Energy Services of America Corporation has signed a definitive agreement to acquire FAMCO, Inc., a West Virginia-based utility contractor specializing in water and sewer infrastructure. The $6.95 million deal aims to bolster the company’s existing construction operations and deepen its regional service capabilities across the mid-Atlantic.
Green Bay-based Associated Banc-Corp will report its third quarter 2026 financial performance on October 22, 2026. The company plans to release the data after the market closes, followed immediately by a conference call for investors and analysts to discuss the results at 4:00 p.m. Central Time.
The Highland Global Allocation Fund has confirmed its monthly distribution rate of $0.085 per share for the final quarter of 2026. This payout, scheduled for October through December, aligns with the fund’s established level distribution policy, which pegs annual rates to a percentage of the net asset value.
A single act of compassion in 1958, when a volunteer clothed a student sent home for wearing tattered garments, has evolved into a national movement. Today, the Assistance League’s Operation School Bell program serves 464,000 children annually, providing new clothing and essential supplies to ensure students remain in the classroom.
Multifocal contact lenses are gaining traction as a preferred anti-aging solution among U.S. consumers, ranking alongside fitness memberships and dental aesthetics in popularity. A new report from CooperVision indicates that patients are increasingly receptive to vision correction as a means to maintain a youthful, active lifestyle as they age.
Fifteen principals from 12 states have been selected for the 2027 Extraordinary Educators Leadership Collaborative, a national program designed to foster professional growth. The cohort brings together early-career administrators—all with one to five years of experience—to share instructional strategies and address challenges in school management and student engagement.
After establishing a footprint in London, Istanbul-based perfumery Nishane has planted its first permanent American home at 239 Elizabeth Street in Manhattan. The Nolita boutique, which officially opened its doors on October 1, marks a strategic shift from online distribution to a high-touch, physical presence in the U.S. market.
A multidisciplinary team led by Likarda has secured up to $7.3 million from the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health to eliminate the need for refrigeration in shipping cellular medicines. The project aims to make advanced biological therapies as simple to store and transport as standard aspirin.
Three in four women express significant concern about developing breast cancer, yet a new MedStar Health survey reveals a troubling disconnect: fewer than half of women over 40 undergo annual mammograms, as the majority admit they consistently prioritize daily responsibilities and caregiving duties over their own preventative health screenings.
A robotic raccoon named CH1PP13 is patrolling the grounds of Hundred Acres Manor this season, marking a shift from stationary animatronics to mobile, interactive horror. Developed by YouTube creators Wicked Makers, the creature roams the Bethel Park attraction to deliver unpredictable encounters to unsuspecting guests throughout the property.
Saratoga Springs insurance professional Steve Cook is helping clarify the divide between term and whole life insurance policies. As households weigh their financial future, understanding the structural differences between temporary protection and permanent coverage becomes essential for those managing debts, dependents, and long-term savings goals.
Car enthusiasts and local families will gather at the Mike Maroone Honda dealership in Colorado Springs on October 11 for the ninth annual car show supporting Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity. The event aims to surpass last year’s $34,000 fundraising milestone to help build affordable housing in the region.
Against the backdrop of the Manhattan skyline, Hyundai Motor Company debuted the 2027 Tucson, a comprehensive redesign that anchors the automaker's plan to launch over 100 new or refreshed vehicles by 2030. The SUV introduces a new "Art of Steel" design language and advanced hybrid efficiency targeting 42 mpg.
On Tuesday, October 13, Audi Dallas will host a public showcase featuring the debut of the all-new 2027 Audi Q9 and the third-generation Q7. The event at the Lemmon Avenue showroom offers North Texas drivers their first physical encounter with the brand's latest three-row SUV lineup.
As autumn takes hold in southern Wisconsin, the window for proactive furnace maintenance is closing. Gary Kowalke, owner of Baraboo’s Terrytown Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, warns that waiting for the first freeze often leads to system failures, forced emergency repairs, and diminished efficiency when homeowners need heat the most.
Longwood Gardens is trading traditional tinsel for a celestial aesthetic this winter, transforming its 1,100-acre estate into an interstellar landscape. Running from November 20, 2026, through January 10, 2027, the annual "A Longwood Christmas" will feature galaxy-inspired horticulture and light displays guided by imagery from the James Webb and Hubble space telescopes.
A sudden fatal accident leaves families facing a rigid legal landscape where strict deadlines and complex liability standards determine the path to accountability. Mississippi personal injury attorney Missy Wigginton outlines the critical components of wrongful death litigation, emphasizing the necessity of precise documentation to secure long-term financial stability.
Comfort food is staging a comeback in the freezer aisle, as Auburn-based Scott & Jon's shifts its focus from shrimp and salmon to its first-ever tuna offering. The brand is betting that a modern, protein-rich take on a nostalgic staple can outperform established market leaders in consumer blind tests.
Mexico City-based Genomma Lab Internacional has scheduled the release of its third quarter 2026 financial results for October 21, following the close of the Mexican Stock Exchange. The pharmaceutical and personal care firm will host a live conference call the following morning to break down the quarter's performance for investors.
Poor community health drains $1.4 trillion from the U.S. economy annually, with businesses absorbing over $575 billion of that total through lost productivity and rising insurance costs. A new digital calculator launched today by Creating Healthier Communities aims to help local leaders pinpoint these losses within their own ZIP codes.
A multidisciplinary team led by Likarda has secured up to $7.3 million in funding from the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health to eliminate the need for refrigeration in shipping cellular medicines. The project aims to make advanced biological treatments as portable and accessible as conventional aspirin tablets.
Srinivas D. Tallapragada, a long-time Salesforce executive, has been nominated to join the Board of Directors at Broadridge Financial Solutions. The appointment coincides with the departure of Amit Zavery, who is stepping down after seven years of service to the fintech firm following the company's 2026 Annual Meeting.
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 1703, a new law that restricts the use of osteopathic titles and the performance of osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) to state-licensed physicians. The measure aims to eliminate confusion caused by unlicensed practitioners who have leveraged ambiguous credentials to mimic medical professionals.
Hotel operators often struggle with fragmented technology data scattered across emails, spreadsheets, and disparate vendor systems. Houston-based WorldVue is attempting to solve this digital sprawl by evolving its Atlas platform into a comprehensive management suite, designed to unify asset tracking, lifecycle oversight, and operational intelligence for global hospitality portfolios.
Conshohocken-based industrial fluids manufacturer Quaker Houghton has successfully closed a $550 million Term Loan B facility, marking a strategic shift in its capital structure. The move extends the company’s debt maturity profile to October 2033 while maintaining a leverage-neutral position for ongoing growth initiatives.
Santa Monica-based Starz will release its financial results for the third quarter of 2026 on Thursday, October 29, following the close of market trading. The company plans to host an analyst and investor conference call at 2:00 PM PT to review the performance metrics for the period ending September 30.
Vanessa Gorman, a Melbourne-based nurse leader with over a decade of experience in emergency department operations, has been elected as the 2027 president-elect of the Emergency Nurses Association. This appointment marks a significant milestone for the organization as Gorman becomes the first international member to hold the position.
With $100 million in annual revenue moving into its portfolio, Raleigh-based Cardinal Infrastructure Group has finalized its acquisition of Allied Paving Contractors. The deal marks a strategic push to bolster self-performing paving operations throughout Northern Georgia and streamline project timelines for the company’s regional site development teams.
The Cosmopolitan is shedding its nightclub image for a lighter, effervescent profile. Via Carota Craft Cocktails, the brand rooted in the aesthetic of its namesake West Village restaurant, has expanded its ready-to-drink lineup with a Sparkling Cosmo, blending triple-distilled vodka with cranberry, lime, orange zest, and a splash of sparkling wine.