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![]() AARP Honors Those Doing the Most to Inspire Better Lives in Coastal CarolinaGuy Simmons, Bill Kawczynski Director of Military Affairs at UNCW, Shirley Gerrior, Matthew Embo, Brian Adamson, Secretary, Jim Blair, President, Rebecca Trammel, Leanne Churchill, and Mayor of Wilm ... |
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![]() Another Hot Lawsuit: McDonald’s CoffeeMcDonald’s hot coffee strikes again! Decades after the famous personal injury lawsuit against McDonald’s for their scalding coffee, another similar lawsuit is in the news. But is it d&eacu ... |
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![]() Navigating Common Challenges in Community Association MeetingsCommunity association meetings are pivotal in fostering communication and decision-making among residents and board members. These gatherings, however, are not immune to common problems that can hinde ... |
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![]() Marketing Students Bridge the Gap from Classroom to CareersThis piece was contributed by John Reed, Director of the Center for Sales Excellence and Customer Delight in the Marketing Department within CSB. The Marketing Department in the Cameron School of B ... |
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![]() Pilot Program Aims to Help Connect Those on Private Wells to CFPUA Water ServiceAt the October 11 regular meeting of the Cape Fear Public Utility Authority Board, my fellow board members and I will consider approval of an interlocal agreement (ILA) with New Hanover County to conn ... |
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![]() What is Viability and Why is it Important?In a previous article, I discussed the Desirability portion of the Business Model Canvas, which is pictured below. It was invented by Alex Osterwalder of Strategyzer.com, who argued there are thr ... |
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![]() The IRS is Shifting FocusOn September 8th, the IRS announced that it will be increasing its focus on the wealthy and away from working-class families. Depending on which of these classes you find yourself, this ... |
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![]() A Public Service Profile on Communicating Better with our CommunityOne of the things that truly makes New Hanover County a special place to live is the wide variety of people who choose to call this community home. With so many individuals from different b ... |
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![]() A Summer with Partners/Friends Across the PondThis piece was contributed by Rebecca Guidice, Professor of Management and Executive MBA Director within CSB. The Cameron School of Business Executive MBA Program began and ended the summer w ... |
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![]() Immediately After The CollisionEverything is going great and then . . . bam . . . you’re involved in a collision that isn’t even your fault! You were minding your own business, obeying all the traffic laws, a ... |
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![]() Elevating Education for a Brighter Economic Future: NHCS Shines in Remarkable Academic GrowthIn the ever-evolving landscape of education, we find moments of celebration and achievement that light our path towards a brighter future. Today, I am delighted to extend my warmest congratulations to ... |
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![]() New Hanover County Schools Preparing Students for a Successful Year and CareersNew Hanover County Schools is proud to prepare students for a successful school year and equip them for successful careers. The implementation of innovative programs and resources in previous school y ... |
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![]() Understanding the Key Roles of Officers in a Community Association Board of DirectorsCommunity associations play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing the quality of life in their respective communities. At the heart of every community association is its board of directors, compri ... |
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![]() Medicare and Tech Support Scams Are On the RiseLast month Medicare announced that one of their contractors had been hacked and the personal information of 612,000 Medicare beneficiaries were stolen. The security breach put Social Security numbers, ... |
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![]() Financial Page-Turners: 3 Business Finance Books to Conquer Cash Flow and Turn a Healthy Profit"Revenue is vanity, profit is sanity, but cash is king." — Unknown Many business owners are what serial entrepreneur Roland Frasier calls “accidental entr ... |
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![]() Your Bias is Showing: Identifying and Avoiding Common Investor MistakesThis article was contributed by Pathfinder Associate Wealth Advisor, Chad Slate, AIF®, CPFA®. The past few years have been anything been ordinary, and as a result, we have been experie ... |
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![]() Applying Lessons From the Past to Plan For the FutureCape Fear Public Utility Authority first opened for business in July 2008, following the successful merger of existing water and sewer systems that had been managed by the City of Wilmington and New H ... |
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![]() Love the Ocean?If you love the ocean and are a thought leader, innovator, changemaker, or a curious and caring community member, I invite you to attend first ever Ocean Innovation Conference on September 1 ... |
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![]() Resiliency MattersIt’s time to address resiliency and mental wellness of entrepreneurs. By choosing a startup, entrepreneurs are choosing chaos. The results of what they are working on are unknown and unpredictab ... |
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![]() Block Eatz Unlocking Value for Local Food Entrepreneurs and CommunitiesAccording to the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor, there are 31 million entrepreneurs living in the United States which constitutes 16% of the adult workforce. Of those 31 million entrepreneurs, the to ... |
10 Steps To Prepare Your Facility For Heavy StormsIt’s never too early to think about preparing your facility for heavy storms – especially now that our region is in the heart of hurricane season. Following is a 10-step action plan to ensure that your facility is ready for heavy storms. Be sure to check that your roof, gutters, and roof drains are clear of items that could damage the roof or block the flow of water rapidly draining off the building. Be sure the roof vent covers are in place and firmly affix ... |
Straight Talk on Tech: Implementing IT in Health CareDear Reader, Atrómitos is honored to have sponsored the Insightful Discussion “Straight Talk on Tech: Implementing IT in Health Care." We are grateful to the panel that participated in this critical and timely discussion. It is no longer enough for physicians and other health care providers to only rely on their hard-won clinical expertise and experience in delivering care. As the health care system moves (in some cases gets dragged, pushed, or pulled) towards va ... |
The Luncheon for Literacy: More than a MealOn Thursday, May 19, 2022, the Cape Fear Literacy Council will celebrate the return of our signature event and fundraiser, the annual Luncheon for Literacy, after a two-year hiatus caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Like many aspects of post-pandemic living, a few things are different. This year we will gather outdoors at the Watermark Marina overlooking the Cape Fear River, with guests seated under a spacious tent. Attendees can expect an empowering atmosphere, breathtaking vi ... |