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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.
Muscatine launches sponsorship push for parks, sports tourism and wellness
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The City of Muscatine has launched its first formal community sponsorship initiative to support parks, recreation, sports tourism, public wellness and economic development.
Atlas Roofing backs St. Jude Dream Home giveaways in 14 markets
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Atlas Roofing Corporation will provide roofing systems and donate more than $100,000 in materials for each participating St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway market in 2026. The sponsorship spans 14 cities and supports fundraising for St. Jude Children’s…
Hilary Williams to serve as 2026 Oak Leaf Festival grand marshal
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Hilary Williams will be Guest of Honor and Grand Marshal of the 2026 Oak Leaf Festival in Oak Hill, West Virginia, over Labor Day weekend.
Witness Martial Arts opens Gulfport academy under Coach Mike Sanford
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Witness Martial Arts has opened a new Gulfport, Mississippi, academy offering Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, wrestling, boxing, kickboxing, MMA and kids classes.
Steven Curtis Chapman sets 11-city Christmas tour for 2026
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Steven Curtis Chapman is bringing The Music of Christmas Tour back for 11 cities in 2026, marking the 30th anniversary of his holiday album.
Palmetto Moon opens first Missouri store in Branson
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Palmetto Moon will open its first Missouri store on Aug. 29 at Tanger Outlets Branson, marking the retailer’s expansion into its 10th state.
U.S. grid buildout raises demand for workforce housing
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Rising electricity demand, data centers and industrial growth are driving a wave of U.S. transmission and grid-modernization spending that is also increasing the need for skilled construction labor and temporary housing.
The Dairy Alliance brings Tennessee farm stories to state fair
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The Dairy Alliance is using the Tennessee State Fair to spotlight three local dairy farms through an interactive booth, virtual reality and product sampling.
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…
ECBYO launches GulfShoresAlabama.com for Gulf Coast rentals
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ECBYO.COM has launched GulfShoresAlabama.com, a new destination site built to promote vacation rentals in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Fort Morgan while steering travelers toward direct booking.
Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers opens new Gulfport location
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Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers has opened a new store at 12317 Hwy 49 in Gulfport, Mississippi, expanding its footprint in the Gulfport-Biloxi metro area.
Gulf of America Alliance funds 20 resilience projects across the Gulf Coast
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The Gulf of America Alliance is backing 20 new and ongoing Gulf Star projects across Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas to support coastal resilience, habitats, water quality and environmental education.
Louisiana swamps remain a defining force in the state’s identity
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Louisiana’s swamps continue to shape the state’s ecology, history and tourism economy as restoration and education efforts grow across the Gulf Coast.
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.
Akima Intra-Data quality control manager Tabatha Thompson recognized for leadership and service
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Tabatha Thompson, a Quality Control Manager at Akima Intra-Data in Biloxi, Mississippi, is being highlighted for her work in government contracting, compliance, and operational oversight.
ArcelorMittal Calvert joins Gulf Star Program to fund school STEM and marsh restoration
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ArcelorMittal Calvert has joined the Gulf of America Alliance’s Gulf Star Program, becoming the first manufacturing-sector partner in Alabama.
Thriller Harmless lands at JXN Film Festival
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Panther Pictures’ independent feature Harmless has been selected for the JXN Film Festival in Jackson, Mississippi, running July 26-31, 2026. The film’s festival slot follows coverage in Super 8 Magazine and puts the small-format thriller in front…
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.
Genesis Energy joins Gulf Star marsh restoration program
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Genesis Energy, L.P. has joined the Gulf of America Alliance’s Gulf Star Program, backing a marsh restoration project at Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge near Freeport, Texas.
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