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Jacob Olson, left, and Michael Torres load furniture into an Adamantine Spine Moving truck at a customer's home in Iowa City on Tuesday. Eric Jones, a former teacher and coach, took over the moving company more than 20 years ago and brought on Bill Hawk as a partner. The company has offices in Iowa City, Cedar Rapids, and Des Moines and handles local and long-distance moves. (Nick Rollman/The Gazette) IOWA CITY — Eric Jones didn't set out to run a moving company. That opportunity just fell into his lap. Eric Jones, Adamantine Spine Moving CEO and Co-Owner Jones, 52, moved…
AI creates competitive advantageshutter stock (This article Series on artificial intelligence For board members and senior executives. ) Companies that are not market leaders need every edge and technology advantage they can find. Artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a transformative force for small and medium-sized businesses. AI promises a competitive advantage, leveling the playing field for those looking to compete with industry giants. In this article, we explore how agile and innovative-minded companies can leverage AI to redefine the rules of engagement and turn challenges into unparalleled opportunities for growth and innovation. For example, many companies are using AI…
A day late, the East Baton Rouge Parish School Board will finally begin promoting a new leader for Louisiana's second-largest school district in a hastily called special meeting as locals begin the weekend. The necessary measures were taken to achieve this goal.The move comes more than three months after former Superintendent Cito Narcisse accepted a voluntary buyout. The last-minute meeting was the 12th this week the board has hosted and the ninth related to the superintendent search. Baton Rouge-based SSA Consultants beat out two other firms, one in Baton Rouge and one in New Orleans, to lead the search. SSA…
Email your business news to Jana Wiersema at jwiersema@news-gazette.com.Sign up for our daily newsletter hereIn 2022, Todd and Rhonda Thornton purchased a historic home at 315 W. Washington Street in Monticello. Since then, the couple has undergone extensive restoration and renovation of the property, commonly known as the “Red House,” for a variety of uses, including short-term rentals, which are now available.”It's going well so far,” Todd Thornton said. “We have several reservations coming in over the next few months. … We have five reservations so far, and the first reservations actually start this Friday and Saturday.”The Red House can…
George Lopez to perform during tour stop in Amarillo Aug. 2Grammy-nominated comedian, actor and TV host George Lopez has announced six new shows across Texas this summer 2024, including Corpus Christi, Amarillo, Midland, and Lubbock. Tickets went on sale May 3 at panhandletickets.com .The George Lopez: ‘Alllriiiighhttt, Texas!’ Comedy Tour will be at the following locations:July 26 – Corpus Christi, American Bank Center Selena AuditoriumJuly 27 – Forth Worth, Dickies ArenaAug. 2 – Amarillo, Amarillo Civic CenterAug. 3 – Midland, Wagner-Noel Performing Arts CenterAug. 9 – Lubbock, Buddy Holly HallAug. 10 – San Antonio, Frost Bank CenterLopez’s illustrious and multi-faceted…
Seven days out is your guide to entertainment events, concerts, festivals, and activities in escambia and santa rosa counties.Mondaymonday night bluesMonday, May 13 at 7 p.m. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. Seville Quarter and the Blues Association of Northwest Florida are bringing “the blues” back to the Seville Quarter Entertainment District. The event will feature live blues music and “BBQ and Bud” food and drink specials. For more information, contact 850-434-6211 or sevillequarter.com.Pretty Woman: The MusicalMay 13th and 14th, Monday and Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. Pretty Woman: The Musical is based on his one…
Miami Grand Prix winner Lando Norris benefited from a full upgrade package for his McLaren MCL38, but teammate Oscar Piastri found that advantage negated in one lap. Norris grabbed the headlines in Miami by winning his first F1 race, but it was teammate Piastri who shone in his first stint, with the Australian keeping the pressure on race leader Max Verstappen. Fifth win of the season. The difference in qualifying between Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris is smaller than the difference in package. Piastri finished within a tenth of Norris in qualifying and a quick start to the Miami Grand…
The first recipient of a genetically engineered pig kidney transplant has died nearly two months after undergoing the procedure, his family and the hospital where it was performed announced Saturday.Richard “Rick” Suleiman underwent a transplant at Massachusetts General Hospital in March at the age of 62. Surgeons said they believe the pig's kidney will last at least two years.Massachusetts General Hospital's transplant team said in a statement that it was deeply saddened by Suleiman's death and offered its condolences to his family. They said there was no indication that he died as a result of the transplant.The Weymouth, Massachusetts, man…
A night in Old New Orleans”The event was magical! The (Omni) Royal Orleans room was breathtaking with immaculate white (and) the most beautiful flower arrangements.” Such is the description given by did Alice Reese Spring Fiesta Gala. From around noon to late at night on that memorable day, the past was remembered with an eye to the future.The invitation to the 88th Annual “A Night in Old New Orleans” Cotillion Ball was extended by the New Orleans Spring Fiesta Association in honor of royalty. Jerry Wayne StoweHe was called Le Roi II (the second king of the association) and Miss…
Entrance to the National Investigation Headquarters in Seodaemun-gu, central Seoul [YONHAP] North Korean hackers stole 1,014 gigabytes of data and documents from South Korea's court network over two years, according to the results of a joint investigation announced Saturday. The investigation, conducted jointly by the National Police Agency's National Investigation Headquarters, the National Prosecutor's Office, and the National Intelligence Service, found that the robbery was likely carried out by a group of North Korean hackers known to South Korean and U.S. intelligence agencies as “Lazarus.” concluded. According to the investigation report, the stolen data included detailed personal information such as…