Eight years after establishing the Macon a Difference Foundation, founding attorney Missy Wigginton is scaling her firm’s philanthropic reach throughout 2026. From disaster relief in North Alabama to youth advocacy in Tupelo, the firm is leveraging its legal practice to fund a sprawling network of local social initiatives.
Dr. Patrice Robbins is aligning her Buckhead dental office with the broader Brightworks Dentistry brand, a move designed to eliminate confusion for patients. While the signage at 550 Pharr Road is shifting, the practice emphasizes that the ownership, clinical team, and established care philosophy remain entirely unchanged.
With an average contribution of just $39, Democratic small-dollar donors funneled $586 million through ActBlue during the second quarter of 2026. This performance marks the platform’s strongest non-presidential quarter on record, effectively neutralizing a wave of Republican political attacks aimed at discouraging grassroots participation across the country.
With two decades of expertise in mission-driven fundraising, Emily Nichols joins San Jose-based Accion Opportunity Fund as Chief Development Officer. She steps into the role to spearhead the nonprofit’s philanthropic strategy and expand financial resources for underserved small business owners operating across the United States.
Nineteen-hundred weeks of construction time saved across 26 projects: that is the metric DEWALT is leveraging to launch DALE, the world’s first fleet-capable, downward-drilling robot. Developed with August Robotics, the machine enters the market today as a direct response to the hyperscale race for faster data center deployment.
Minnesota-based Loffler Companies has acquired the 89-year-old Idaho firm Fisher's Technology, marking the largest geographic expansion in Loffler's four-decade history. The deal unites two family-owned office technology providers across ten states, extending Loffler’s footprint into the Intermountain West and the Pacific Northwest without disrupting current local operations.
Dyson has expanded its Airwrap Co-anda2x™ ecosystem, introducing four enhanced attachments designed to increase airflow precision and styling versatility. Debuting in New York, the lineup features upgraded barrel technology and a new air straightener, all engineered to utilize the Dyson Gen 2™ motor’s high-pressure output for salon-grade results without extreme heat.
With $1 billion lost annually to counterfeit checks and money orders, small businesses face an urgent security gap. KeyBank is addressing this vulnerability by launching Check Control for Business, a new digital service that allows clients to monitor transactions and flag suspicious activity directly through their mobile or online banking platforms.
Nearly half of American utility customers faced power outages during the first half of 2025, with extreme weather accounting for the vast majority of those disruptions. As hurricane season intensifies, electrical experts are urging homeowners to move beyond stocking flashlights and focus on safeguarding sensitive home systems from permanent damage.
A federal study conducted at Reworld’s Lake County facility in Florida has confirmed that thermomechanical treatment can permanently destroy PFAS, the persistent chemicals known as "forever chemicals." The process successfully eliminated up to 99% of a stable surrogate compound, proving that large-scale destruction of these resilient substances is technically achievable.
Millions of Americans are packing bags and preparing to traverse the country with their animal companions, prompting the American Veterinary Medical Association to urge owners to prioritize health and logistics before leaving home. Proper preparation remains the primary barrier between a seamless vacation and a high-stress medical emergency.
Flex is expanding its Milpitas, California, manufacturing facility to accommodate a sevenfold increase in the production of Cerebras CS-3 systems. This partnership marks a strategic pivot to keep high-end AI hardware assembly within the United States, challenging the industry standard of relying exclusively on overseas supply chains for complex computing infrastructure.
San Diego-based agency Mindgruve has been named Microsoft Advertising’s Global Emerging Partner of the Year, a distinction recognizing the firm’s rapid revenue growth and platform integration. The agency also secured the Product Champion Award for its high-impact implementation of AI-driven measurement tools for clients.
Energy security now sits at the center of the national security agenda, prompting Washington-based advisory firm Beacon Global Strategies to launch a dedicated Energy Practice. The firm has appointed Clayton Seigle, a veteran analyst with over 26 years of experience, to lead this new initiative as Managing Director.
LaFawn Davis, the former Indeed executive who navigated the workforce without a traditional degree, has joined the board of the nonprofit Opportunity@Work. Her appointment arrives as the organization scales its efforts to dismantle degree-based hiring barriers, a mission that has already opened nearly 600,000 jobs to non-degree holders.
Life Time officially opened its newest athletic country club on July 9 at Brea Mall, marking the brand’s 10th California location. The expansive 123,000-square-foot facility serves as a major anchor for the retail center, blending high-end fitness amenities with resort-style outdoor spaces designed for members of all ages.
Illumina has tapped industry veterans Mike Sullivan and Julie Coletti to join its executive team, filling critical commercial and legal roles as the San Diego-based genomics company seeks to accelerate its global growth strategy and refine its focus on precision medicine and diagnostic innovation.
Nearly two-thirds of summer travelers admit their homes are vulnerable while they are away, according to data from Mercury Insurance. With risks ranging from water damage to theft, experts suggest that a brief pre-departure routine is the most effective way to prevent costly property losses.
Moving away from its cannabinoid-focused roots, Vermont-based Upstate Elevator is entering the functional botanical market. The company launched two new gummy products today, Mango Brighter Mood and Wild Strawberry Deep Delight, targeting consumers who seek alcohol-free and THC-free alternatives for stress management and daily mood support.
With 158 million covered lives now spanning the United States, Theranica’s Nerivio has reached a coverage threshold typically reserved for major pharmaceutical brands. The FDA-cleared wearable device, designed for acute and preventive migraine treatment, has doubled its reimbursement footprint over the last 15 months to capture half the insured population.
Aft Skirt Serial Number 13, a veteran of 11 Space Shuttle missions, is undergoing a transformation. While the bulk of the hardware heads to the California Science Center’s permanent exhibit, MotoArt PlaneTags has secured the offcuts to produce a limited series of aviation artifacts for private collectors.
Jill Popelka, a veteran of Darktrace and SAP, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of the education and workplace technology firm Everway. Her transition into the top role, effective July 9, marks a strategic pivot for the company as it seeks to scale its neuroinclusion software across global markets.
With nearly 100 million Americans living within 50 miles of the country's ten largest cities, the barrier to outdoor escape is often time rather than distance. The Dyrt has launched its 2026 Best Places to Camp Near Cities list, highlighting high-rated retreats reachable in under an hour from major metropolitan hubs.
After securing over USD 650,000 from 2,600 backers on Kickstarter, the BodyPark ATOM is finally hitting the market. This pocket-sized device leverages computer vision and AI to offer real-time form correction, moving beyond passive metrics like heart rate to provide active, hands-on coaching for independent gym-goers and home athletes.
At 1,200 miles per hour over Florida’s Space Coast, Starfighters Space is testing an unconventional path to orbit. The company is repurposing its fleet of supersonic F-104 fighter jets as airborne launch platforms, aiming to capture a share of the small-satellite market projected to hit $69 billion by 2030.
A new pilot study suggests that the supplement Basis, designed to boost NAD+ levels, may help mitigate disruptive menopausal symptoms. Researchers observed a significant improvement in the ratio of estradiol to estrone among participants, alongside the discovery of a previously undocumented NAD+ metabolite, potentially opening new pathways for reproductive aging research.
Aureum Therapeutics has released findings in the Journal of Translational Medicine showing that its NomiCell™ stem cell therapy successfully prevented recurrent miscarriages in a standard animal model. The study, led by CEO Famela Ramos, highlights a potential immunological breakthrough for patients lacking viable treatment options.
Dallas-based Maveric Systems is launching PULSEAI, a continuous intelligence platform engineered to address the fragility of AI-driven banking software. By integrating automated quality checks directly into the development lifecycle, the firm aims to reconcile the industry's demand for rapid release cycles with stringent requirements for regulatory compliance and operational resilience.
More than 500,000 point-of-sale systems across North America and Europe now rely on NuvoLinQ to maintain payment processing. The Toronto-based connectivity provider has seen its footprint expand by over 50% in the last two years, signaling a shift as businesses move away from unstable Wi-Fi toward managed cellular failover.
Beginning July 14, Tiger Group will auction the fabrication and assembly assets of exterior building manufacturer Auzmet. The online sale, conducted on behalf of a secured creditor, disperses high-end machinery and a substantial fleet of vehicles from production facilities located in Alpharetta, Georgia, and Dallas, Texas.
