A+ for Generosity - Aflac Helps Furnish Brighter Futures With Donations to Area Schools

August 7, 2025 8:50 PM

Aflac IncorporatedOriginally published on Aflac NewsroomAflac, headquartered in Columbus, Georgia, recently donated a generous amount of furniture to area public school districts, transforming excess inventory into valuable resources for students and educators across the Chattahoochee Valley. The contribution not only helps the schools create more functional, organized and inspiring learning spaces, but also reinforces Aflac's strong corporate...

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Bancorp 34, Inc. Reports 2nd Quarter Performance

August 7, 2025 7:50 PM

Bancorp 34, Inc. (OTCQB:BCTF), the parent company for Southwest Heritage Bank, together, the "Company" reports second quarter of 2025 performance.Management Comments - Ciaran McMullan, Chairman & CEOReturn on Average Assets above 1% for the second consecutive quarter.Cost of Funds continues to decline as we focus on reducing deposit pricing in line with market conditions.$65.4 million in New Loan Commitments1 year-to-date offset by early payoffs...

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Franklin Templeton Celebrates Global Volunteerism During 19th Annual Impact Days

August 7, 2025 7:10 PM

Franklin Templeton once again demonstrated its commitment to community service through its 19th annual Impact Days, a global initiative that unites employees in volunteerism and philanthropy.This year, more than 1,000 employees around the world showed their generous spirit completing 117 volunteer projects. From distributing school bags to children or preparing and serving meals to supporting organizations like Habitat for Humanity, volunteers...

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Play It Forward: A Musical Mission

August 7, 2025 7:00 PM

Regions BankMore music, full hearts, and the biggest donation yet-Guitarists for Good hits a high note.By Nestor MatoHealing happens one note at a time.That is why Guitarists for Good, a nonprofit that provides free instruments to homeless shelters and nonprofits serving people experiencing housing insecurity, continues to share the love of music."We're not just giving away guitars-we're giving people a lifeline, a creative outlet, a moment of...

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Why Taking Care of the Body - and Mind - After an Accident Is Important

August 7, 2025 6:30 PM

Originally published on Aflac NewsroomRecovery after a health scare doesn't end once the body heals. Mental and physical health are closely tied together, and after an unexpected accident, seeking medical care - whether it's a simple checkup or attending physical therapy - following a plan after an accident is an important first step to feeling better.Fortunately, there are many opportunities to look after mental health, as well. Some ways are...

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Truist Foundation Releases Multiyear Report on Strategic Philanthropy Impact

August 7, 2025 6:20 PM

Truist Foundation released its multiyear impact report, Scaling for Impact, offering data-backed evidence that bold, strategic philanthropy can enhance the economic viability of communities across the Southeast.Launched in 2020, Truist Foundation's grantmaking strategy focuses on two giving pillars- strengthening small businesses and building career pathways, to help fulfill Truist Financial Corporation's purpose to inspire and build better...

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Wise Counsel for Future Counselors

August 7, 2025 6:15 PM

Regions leaders share career advice and insight with law school students.By Candace HigginbothamThe past few summers, the Regions Legal department has hosted a corporate law mini term for law school students serving as interns in Birmingham firms. Because the internships are already packed with informative programs and demanding work, the Regions team took a different approach this year.Chief Governance Officer Andrew Nix and Legal Services...

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GECC Completes the Sale of Sprott Shaw College to BPP Education

August 7, 2025 6:00 PM

Global Education Communities Corp. (TSX:GEC)(OTCQB:GECSF) ("GECC" or the "Company") today announced that, further to its news release of July 7, 2025, it has completed the sale of its subsidiary, Sprott Shaw College Corp. ("SSCC"), to BPP Education Group based in the United Kingdom. This all-cash transaction includes all 16 Sprott Shaw College campuses and two offices.The transaction does not include Sprott Shaw Language College (to be renamed...

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Avidbank Holdings, Inc. Announces Pricing of Initial Public Offering

August 7, 2025 5:55 PM

Avidbank Holdings, Inc. ("Avidbank Holdings" or the "Company"), a California corporation and the bank holding company for Avidbank (the "Bank"), a California state-chartered bank, announced today the pricing of its initial public offering of 2,610,000 shares of its common stock, at a public offering price of $23.00 per share. The shares are expected to begin trading on August 8, 2025 on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the ticker symbol...

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KeyBank and the Buffalo Sabres Announce 10-Year Extension of Arena Naming Rights Deal

August 7, 2025 5:30 PM

KeyBankKeyBank (NYSE:KEY) and the Buffalo Sabres today announced a 10-year extension of their arena naming rights deal. The contract, which is set to begin in 2026-27, will keep the KeyBank Center name in place through the 2035-36 season. KeyBank is the official and exclusive bank of the Buffalo Sabres."We are thankful for the support of KeyBank over the course of the last decade and look forward to the continued relationship with such a valued...

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Kingsway Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results

August 7, 2025 4:05 PM

(NYSE:KFS) Kingsway Financial Services Inc. ("Kingsway" or the "Company"), the only publicly-traded US company employing the Search Fund model to acquire and build great businesses, today announced its operating results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025.Second Quarter 2025 Consolidated Financial HighlightsConsolidated revenue increased 16.9% to $30.9 million for the three months ended June 30, 2025, compared to $26.4 million in...

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2025 FIDE World Schools Team Championship & Smart Moves Summit Have Come to a Thrilling End! The USA Team is Among the Winners!

August 7, 2025 2:15 PM

Young chess minds competed and collaborated at the 2025 FIDE World Schools Team Championship and Smart Moves Summit in the U.S. from August 2 to 7, 2025. The event was held at the historic Episcopal High School in Alexandria, just outside Washington, D.C. The championship became the global center of youth chess and brought together school teams from 50 countries, offering a week of competition, dialogue, and shared ideas about the future of...

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RMH Systems Acquires Complete Solution Robotics, Expanding Automation and Robotics Capabilities

August 7, 2025 12:30 PM

RMH Systems (RMH), a leading provider of turnkey automation, material handling, packaging, and industrial scale solutions, has acquired Complete Solution Robotics, LLC (CSR), a respected robotics and automation solutions provider based in Loveland, Colorado. CSR marks RMH's first add-on acquisition since partnering with Rotunda Capital Partners in February 2025.The acquisition expands RMH's in-house engineering expertise, strengthens its...

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8 Strategies for Paying Rent When You're Unemployed

August 7, 2025 12:00 PM

Losing a job can be scary - especially when rent is due. Rent is usually the biggest monthly expense, and not having money in the bank can create a lot of stress.But even if you're out of work, there are still steps you can take to stay on track. One option some people explore is rent loans, but it's important to look at all options available to you, too. From talking to your landlord to finding emergency help, knowing where to turn can make a...

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Acceleron and Braid Partner to Bring International Payment Automation to Community Financial Institutions and Drive Non-Interest Income

August 7, 2025 10:00 AM

Acceleron, a leader in international payment automation and correspondent banking technology, announced today a new partnership with Braid, a modern banking core platform designed for community banks and credit unions. Through this integration, Braid's banking partners can now access Acceleron's foreign exchange (FX) marketplace and currency conversion system via a single API, enabling financial institutions to maximize banking profitability and...

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Whittier Trust Promotes Jesse Ostroff and Patrick Coyle to Vice President

August 7, 2025 9:55 AM

Whittier Trust is pleased to announce the promotions of Jesse Ostroff and Patrick Coyle to the role of Vice President. These promotions underscore Whittier Trust's commitment to hiring best-in-class client advisors and portfolio managers, fostering professional development, and advancing talent from within as the firm continues to grow.Jesse Ostroff, Vice President and Client Advisor, Philanthropic ServicesJesse Ostroff has been a significant...

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ALKEME Insurance Rises to #43 on Business Insurance Top 100 Largest U.S. Brokers, Powered by Exceptional 58.3% Revenue Growth

August 7, 2025 9:30 AM

ALKEME Insurance, a Top 35 Insurance Brokerage, today announced it has been ranked #43 on Business Insurance's 2024 list of the 100 Largest Brokers of U.S. Business, rising six spots from last year's #49 ranking. ALKEME is also ranked #34 on Insurance Journal's Top 100 Independent Property/Casualty Agencies. This achievement reflects ALKEME's exceptional growth and momentum in the marketplace.ALKEME posted a 58.3% increase in brokerage revenue...

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Sunnyside Growth Partners Launches to Champion Legacy and Innovation in Home Healthcare

August 7, 2025 9:00 AM

Sunnyside Growth Partners, a new kind of home health investor, has arrived-one that leads with heart, honors legacy, and partners with care providers to elevate what matters most: people. The firm is led by a husband-and-wife team, David Morpeau, a recognized healthcare operator, management consultant, and venture investor, and Dr. Melissa Chamblain, a board-certified geriatric physician with a deep commitment to compassionate, patient-centered...

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Seaport Research Partners Announces Annual Investor Conference August 19th and 20th

August 7, 2025 8:30 AM

Seaport Research Partners (SRP), a rapidly expanding and innovative sell-side equity research platform, announced its Annual End of Summer Investor Conference, taking place virtually on August 19th and 20th. Since its formation in 2021, the SRP research team has grown to 27 senior analysts and strategists covering 10 sectors and over 60 industries, solidifying its position as the premier destination for top-tier independent equity research...

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Salomon Brothers: Addressing Crypto's Wallet Problem

August 7, 2025 7:00 AM

Salomon Brothers today announced that its client completed the process of inserting notices into digital wallets in connection with its initiative to address the risks posed by abandoned wallets. An estimated .5% of digital wallets are abandoned by owners who lost their private keys and, according to the Wall Street Journal, as much as 20% of Bitcoin and other digital assets is held in those wallets.Rogue states and criminal organizations with...

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