BUDA, Texas, Sep 04, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Taste on Main, a longtime Buda restaurant, is evolving into an Italian Steakhouse concept pairing Texas beef with classic Italian flavors. The restaurant embraces the new Italian direction, while preserving its celebrated steaks, East Coast oyster bar, and craft cocktail program. The transformation of the dining room is underway, culminating in the official launch of TasTe Italian Steakhouse on September 24.

When the culinary team at Taste on Main was challenged to create a standout dish for Monday nights, the result was a Lasagna that quickly became the beginning of something new. Taste has always been chef-driven. Handmade pasta has always had a place in its kitchen. As the culinary team evolved, the menu began moving in an unmistakably Italian direction. The menu has new language, rich sauces, and Italian classics-all served with plenty of focaccia and Chianti.

According to Tamra Tindol, President, "This is an evolution, not a reopening. The name may be evolving, and the menu may be speaking a new language, but the heart of TasTe Italian Steakhouse remains the same. We will remain open 7 days a week throughout the transition. We will offer 14 weekly meal services across lunch, dinner, and brunch."

Daily happy hour will continue from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m., along with the restaurant's all-day drink specials, including half-price bottles of wine every Monday. TasTe Italian Steakhouse will maintain its allocated spirits program, sourcing rare and hard-to-find bourbons, while expanding its wine list to showcase more Italian varietals.

TasTe Italian Steakhouse is a chef-driven restaurant in Buda, Texas. TasTe combines the traditions of an Italian steakhouse, with exceptional steaks, handmade pastas, an East Coast oyster bar, thoughtfully crafted cocktails, an extensive wine list, and allocated spirits program. TasTe is open seven days a week for lunch, dinner, and brunch. https://tasteonmain.com/

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ONTARIO, Canada, Sep 03, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Soap Opera Magazine (https://soapoperamagazine.com/), a leading digital publication covering daytime television, today announced the nominees for the first annual Maggie Awards, a new honors program recognizing outstanding performances and storytelling across all five American daytime dramas. The Maggies celebrate work that aired during the 2025 calendar year, and every winner will be chosen by fan vote. Winners will be announced October 1, 2026.

The inaugural slate spans 13 categories: Leading Actress, Leading Actor, Supporting Actress, Supporting Actor, Younger Actress, Younger Actor, Guest Performance, Best Soap, Best Couple, Best Villain, Best Hero, Best Comeback, and Best Newcomer.

Nominations cover "The Young and the Restless" (https://soapoperamagazine.com/category/the-young-and-the-restless-spoilers/), "The Bold and the Beautiful" (https://soapoperamagazine.com/category/the-bold-and-the-beautiful-spoilers/), "General Hospital" (https://soapoperamagazine.com/category/general-hospital-spoilers/), "Days of Our Lives" (https://soapoperamagazine.com/category/days-of-our-lives-spoilers/), and "Beyond the Gates" (https://soapoperamagazine.com/category/beyond-the-gates/).

Nominees include daytime veterans Eric Braeden, Deidre Hall, Maurice Benard, Genie Francis, Jane Elliot, and John McCook, alongside Steve Burton, Scott Clifton, Cameron Mathison, Paul Telfer, Tamara Tunie, Karla Mosley, Maura West, and Kathleen Gati.

"Beyond the Gates," the first new network daytime drama in more than 25 years, earned nominations in nine categories in its first eligible year.

"Daytime actors do some of the most demanding work on television, and they rarely get recognized for it outside one night a year," said Amber Sinclair, Editor-in-Chief of Soap Opera Magazine. "The Maggies were built to give that work a second stage. This first slate represents legacy performers who have anchored their shows for decades and newer talent who made 2025 impossible to look away from."

FANS WILL DECIDE EVERY WINNER

Unlike industry-juried awards, every Maggie category is decided entirely by daytime viewers. Voting is open now on the Soap Opera Magazine Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/SoapOperaMagazine) and closes September 28, 2026.

"Soap fans have never been shy about who deserves recognition, and now they get the final say," said Sinclair. "These are the people who watch every single day, who know exactly which scene mattered and why. Handing them the ballot was the whole point."

Each winner will receive an engraved Maggie trophy. The Maggies are named for the magazine itself and will be presented annually, with each year's eligibility period matching the prior calendar year. The complete list of nominees in every category is available at https://soapoperamagazine.com/the-maggies/

ABOUT SOAP OPERA MAGAZINE

Soap Opera Magazine (https://soapoperamagazine.com/) is a premier digital publication dedicated to comprehensive coverage of daytime television. A revival of the print title published from 1991 to 1999, the publication delivers daily spoilers, breaking news, character analysis, and exclusive content covering The Young and the Restless, The Bold and the Beautiful, General Hospital, Days of Our Lives, and Beyond the Gates. Distributed through MSN, NewsBreak, and major social media platforms, Soap Opera Magazine serves a dedicated community of daytime television fans with timely, insightful, and fan-focused content. Soap Opera Magazine is published by Squid McGuffey Media LLC.

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LA MESA, Calif., Sep 03, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In March 2025, LegalizeFerrets.org filed Form FGC-1 with the California Fish and Game Commission - the formal petition, under Government Code §11340.6, asking the state to reconsider its classification of domestic ferrets as restricted wild animals under Title 14, §671. Preparing it properly took considerable effort. The Commission accepted it as Petition 2025-003.

Government Code §11340.7 requires an agency, within 30 days of receiving a petition, to notify the petitioner and either deny the petition in writing or schedule it for public hearing. The statute also permits an agency to grant relief in part or take "any other action" it determines is warranted. The dispute is whether referring a petition for "further consideration" can leave it there indefinitely, without a final disposition.

In June 2025, the Commission voted unanimously to place the petition under "further consideration" and referred it to the Department of Fish and Wildlife for "review and recommendation." More than a year later, no recommendation has returned to the Commission in an open meeting, and no final disposition has issued.

LegalizeFerrets.org has sued the Commission and the Department to compel a final answer. In seeking dismissal, the State argues that LegalizeFerrets.org "did not allege that the Department has a mandatory duty or the authority to take action under Government Code section 11340.7." Advocates say that creates an obvious problem: the Commission sent the petition to the Department for "review and recommendation," while the State now argues the lawsuit identifies no legal duty requiring the Department to complete that work.

For ferret advocates, that raises a question bigger than statutory interpretation:

WHY SHOULD THEY TRUST ANOTHER OPEN-ENDED FISH AND GAME REVIEW?

"We did the thing the process asks of you," said LegalizeFerrets.org founder Pat Wright. "We filed the petition properly. The Commission considered it, sent it out for review and recommendation, and more than a year later it's still unresolved. At some point, the public has to be able to trust that 'further consideration' actually leads somewhere."

THEY HAVE BEEN HERE BEFORE

The concern isn't hypothetical.

At an official Commission meeting on April 7, 2011, ferret advocate Jeremy Trim asked whether an environmental report submitted in support of legalization had been reviewed. A Department of Fish and Game representative answered:

"We received a document, and it's currently within the Department."

Asked how long the review would take, the answer was direct:

"No, there's no timing. It's just as soon as we can get staff that have the expertise to review it and look at it."

The Department described what was supposed to happen next: it would review the document, work with proponents if changes were needed, and return it to the Commission for a public decision.

THAT LOOP WAS NEVER COMPLETED. NO DECISION ON THAT REPORT WAS EVER BROUGHT BACK TO THE COMMISSION.

The pattern continued. A separate petition, 2016-008, was continued in 2016 so staff could review its environmental checklist - and no decision followed.

On April 20, 2023, Commission President Erik Sklar told advocates: "Unless you folks want to spend the money - it's not easy and not cheap - to do a CEQA study and bring it to us, we really can't do anything."

Advocates funded the study through Sacramento State University research and returned to the Commission on August 22, 2023, with Wright asking directly: "We're ready to get started. We're going to take President Sklar up on his offer. What do we do?"

The Commission moved to the next speaker.

Then, in 2025, Petition 2025-003 was referred for another "review and recommendation."

"Every time, it's the same pattern," Wright said. "Nobody says no. Nothing becomes final. It goes somewhere else 'for review,' and review has no deadline. We don't have to guess where an open-ended review can lead. We watched it happen in 2011."

WHAT THE LAWSUIT ASKS FOR

LegalizeFerrets.org is not asking a court to legalize ferrets, and does not dispute the Commission's authority to deny the petition outright.

"Deny it. Grant it. Do the review the Department told us in 2011 it would do," Wright said. "What we don't think the law allows is an answer that's built to never become final."

OCTOBER 2 COURT HEARING

The State's demurrer is scheduled to be heard October 2, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. in Department 16B of Sacramento County Superior Court. The State is asking the court to dismiss the case; LegalizeFerrets.org argues that the petition process cannot simply remain unfinished.

LegalizeFerrets.org has advocated for the legal treatment of domestic ferrets as companion animals in California since 2005.

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sep 03, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, today announced it has expanded its leadership team with two experienced executives: Salvatore Piccola as senior vice president of product strategy and Gil Valera as vice president of professional services. The additions strengthen two areas central to Dark Matter's growth strategy: innovation focused on using AI to improve customer experience, help lenders realize efficiencies, and drive seamless implementation and adoption of its product capabilities.

Piccola will lead product strategy, direction and long-term evolution across the Empower® Loan Origination Solution, the built-in Point of Sale (POS) experience in Empower and the Exchange℠ Partner Marketplace. Valera will lead Dark Matter's professional services and consulting organization, with responsibility for helping customers implement, adopt and realize value from the company's technology. Both roles will report to CPO Stephanie Durflinger.

"Automation and AI are changing the game for our industry," said Dark Matter CEO Vikas Rao. "The future is helping AI agents work in conjunction with humans, enabling paradigm shifts in the mortgage lending process. Sal brings the lender and product perspective to help us build toward that future, while Gil brings decades of experience making sure complex technology is adopted successfully and delivers value in the real world. Adding both of them makes us stronger where it matters: what we build and how customers put it to work."

Piccola joins Dark Matter after nearly 24 years with PNC, where he most recently served as senior vice president and director of business innovation validation for home lending. During his tenure, he held leadership roles spanning mortgage operations, loan closing, business systems analysis, technology and business innovation, giving him experience across both the operational and technology sides of lending. Piccola holds an MBA in finance from Waynesburg University and a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Pittsburgh.

Valera brings more than 20 years of professional services leadership across mortgage technology, enterprise analytics, customer relationship management and consulting. He spent 13 years at ICE Mortgage Technology, where he served as vice president of professional services and led presales, consulting, training and customer success functions for enterprise mortgage customers. Before joining ICE, Valera held professional services and consulting leadership positions at Infor, MicroStrategy and SAP BusinessObjects, among others. He began his career at Ernst & Young.

ABOUT DARK MATTER TECHNOLOGIES:

Operating with the nimble nature of a startup and the disciplined maturity of one of the industry's leading providers, Dark Matter Technologies delivers powerful technology with unparalleled automation and relentless innovation to leading mortgage lenders, servicers and companies nationwide. For more information, visit https://dmatter.com/.
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LAS VEGAS, Nev., Sep 02, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Southern Nevada's premier electrical contractor, Ampere Electric, has been honored with the Outstanding Advertising Performance Award by RSVP Las Vegas Advertising using a targeted mailer to the top 30% of homeowners in the Las Vegas Valley. This accolade recognizes the company's exceptional results in an 18-month advertising campaign that successfully closed over $4 million in new business matched back to the targeted mailer.

During this campaign, Ampere Electric engaged with over 4,826 matched contacts, resulting in 1,511 direct sales contacts, showcasing the effectiveness of their targeted marketing efforts. The award highlights their measurable success and outstanding advertising performance within the specified timeframe.

Founded in 1987, this third-generation, family-owned business is currently owned and operated by Shane Viggiani, a licensed Nevada electrical contractor holding the NV C-2 license #88495, which is required for all electrical contracting work in Nevada.

Serving Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, and Summerlin, Ampere Electric is renowned for delivering full-service commercial and residential electrical solutions with master-level precision. The company's commitment to excellence was further recognized in April 2026 when Inc. Magazine ranked Ampere Electric as the #5 Fastest-Growing Private Company in the Rocky Mountain Region.

In addition to their outstanding business achievements, Ampere Electric has been featured locally on NBC Las Vegas Local Living, demonstrating how to conduct proactive electrical safety inspections. This initiative helps catch hidden fire risks, degraded panels, and loose wiring before they turn into costly emergencies, emphasizing their dedication to safety and community well-being.

"We've grown into a team of 40+ electricians, but we still operate with the heart of a local family business. When our technician knocks on your door, they arrive in a fully stocked vehicle ready to fix most problems on the spot. Because everything in an electrical system is interconnected, we always perform a comprehensive safety check, map out upfront pricing options, and let you decide what's best for your home. Our goal is to set the agenda early so you feel prepared, while always delivering a true 5-star experience," stated Shane Viggiani, Owner of Ampere Electric.

"Our vision has always been to keep Las Vegas families safe and powered. But as home technology evolves, 'powered' means something completely different than it did 30 years ago. Today, a truly safe home requires a smart, interconnected ecosystem that manages its own power, charges your vehicle, and protects itself from blackouts. We built Ampere Electric to be the master architects of that future."

Powering Las Vegas and beyond since 1987, Ampere Electric is the Top-Rated Residential, Commercial and Emergency Electrical Service in Las Vegas. This locally owned and operated Las Vegas company provides premier residential and commercial solutions across the Las Vegas valley. With 24/7 emergency dispatch, same-day response times, text alerts, clean workmanship, and upfront communication. In Las Vegas, a city that is constantly changing, Ampere Electric's rapid growth reflects its unwavering commitment to the safety and satisfaction of its Southern Nevada neighbors.

For more information, please contact Ampere Electric for all of your residential and commercial needs at (702) 979-1747, or visit their website at: https://ampereelectricnv.com/.
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ST. CLOUD, Minn., Sep 02, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Planning is underway for Inspiration Space Port, a year-round family destination that will place Shuttle Inspiration, a full-scale Space Shuttle mock-up, inside a towering 300-foot-wide, 175-foot-tall dome. Wrapped in a spectacular LED exterior, the dome will become a glowing beacon on the Minnesota skyline-a new landmark visible for miles.

Inside, surrounding the massive spacecraft, visitors will journey through space exploration with cutting-edge technology, simulators, interactive attractions and cinematic storytelling designed to make them feel as though they have stepped off Earth toward worlds beyond.

At the heart of the ISP vision is a simple idea: Don't just show outer space to people. Bring them to it.

"There were earlier plans to simply put the shuttle on display, but it turns out we could do so much more with it," said Jason Bernick, Founder of Inspiration Space Port. "We have a chance to create something really special here-something families will want to experience together and kids will never forget. I want this to become one of those places you simply have to see."

"The goal is to erase the line between watching and participating," said Cliff Dew, CEO of Jumping Frog Entertainment, the Chief Architect & Creative Director of Inspiration Space Port. "Our team is creating a destination where you don't just learn about space exploration-you step inside it. The technology we have available today gives us the opportunity to take families places they could once only imagine."

And behind all the excitement is a larger purpose. By bringing science, technology, engineering and mathematics to life through immersive, hands-on experiences, Inspiration Space Port is being designed to demonstrate STEM rather than simply teach it-sparking curiosity and giving young people new reasons to become excited about science, technology and space.

And Inspiration Space Port won't wait for families to come to it. Plans also include the Shuttle Bus Ambassador, a traveling interactive STEM experience designed to bring space exploration directly to schools, libraries, community centers and malls across Minnesota. Featuring all-new interactive STEM experiences and a state-of-the-art space shuttle simulator, the Ambassador will take the excitement of Inspiration Space Port on the road-bringing the mission to communities across the state.

The project is currently in the planning and development stage, with work focused on site evaluation, attraction development, strategic partnerships, educational collaborations and sponsorship opportunities.

In the coming months, new details will be revealed as the vision for Inspiration Space Port continues to take shape.

Shuttle Inspiration has already made an extraordinary journey to Minnesota. Now, a new journey is about to begin.

ABOUT INSPIRATION SPACE PORT:

Inspiration Space Port is a proposed year-round family destination attraction being developed in Minnesota around Shuttle Inspiration, a full-scale Space Shuttle mock-up. The shuttle will be suspended and fully accessible inside a spectacular 300-foot-wide, 175-foot-tall dome wrapped in an exterior LED blanket that will create a glowing landmark visible for miles.

Led creatively by Cliff Dew, CEO of Jumping Frog Entertainment and Chief Architect & Creative Director of Inspiration Space Port, Cliff and his team are designing ISP to bring space exploration to life through immersive attractions, interactive technology, simulators and hands-on STEM experiences.

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AUSTIN, Texas, Sep 02, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FirstClose™, a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for home equity and mortgage lenders nationwide, announced today that John Aslanian, chief revenue officer, has been named a 2026 HousingWire Vanguard. The award recognizes C-level executives across mortgage, real estate and homebuilding for leadership that has driven measurable impact on their organizations and the broader housing economy over the past year.

Since joining FirstClose as chief revenue officer in March 2025, Aslanian has driven substantial growth across the business. Annual client retention has increased from 88% to 97.4%, bookings are up 170% year over year and professional services revenue has grown 501% year over year. Aslanian has also nearly tripled FirstClose's go-to-market staff, growing the sales, account management, marketing, customer success, implementation and solutions engineering teams.

"When we brought John on to lead revenue for FirstClose, we knew he'd help take this company into its next chapter," said Tedd Smith, chief executive officer of FirstClose. "Watching him build that out with our team over the past year and a half has been incredible to see, and this recognition is well deserved."

Aslanian's career in mortgage technology spans more than 25 years, including leadership roles at Del Mar DataTrac, Encompass(r) by ICE Mortgage Technology(r) (formerly Ellie Mae) and nCino (formerly SimpleNexus). He is active in the Mortgage Bankers Association, the California MBA, ACUMA and America's Credit Unions.

"I've spent 25 years in this industry, and it means a lot to be recognized this way," Aslanian said. "None of it happens without the team we've built here. We've nearly tripled that team in under two years, and that group is why FirstClose is winning in the market right now."

The full list of 2026 HousingWire Vanguard winners is available at https://www.housingwire.com/articles/announcing-the-2026-housingwire-vanguards/

About FirstClose

Headquartered in Austin, Texas, FirstClose, Inc. provides fintech solutions to home equity and mortgage lenders nationwide. The company's mission is to increase profitability and reduce costs for mortgage lenders. FirstClose makes this possible through offering systems and relationships that enable lenders to assist their borrowers more effectively, reduce closing costs and ultimately shorten closing times. For more information, https://www.firstclose.com/.
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PROVO, Utah, Sep 02, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Thread (threadwallets.com) wrapped a three-month graduation campaign by sending four members of the Class of '26, along with the people who got them there, on a trip to the Big Island, Hawaii. The campaign, which ran from April 6 through July 2, invited thousands of graduates to enter online and on college campuses for a chance to win. No purchase required. No paid influencers. The entire $19,000 budget went to boxes filled with goodies and the trip itself.

"Graduation is the loudest milestone of a young person's life, and most brands mark it with a sale," said Lex Hymas, Marketing Director at Thread. "We wanted to do something that actually felt like a celebration, so we sent an invitation instead of an ad. We took them on a trip and created lifelong memories with the people who are really supporting us."

Entries were collected through Instagram, TikTok, email, and campus fliers at universities across the country. Thread posted 50 pieces of content across the campaign arc, building a twelve-week narrative from the announcement through the winner reveal and the trip itself. The posts generated 4.4 million video views, 54,800 new followers against an internal goal of 3,000 to 6,000, 71,000 shares, and 43,800 comments at a 15 percent engagement rate. All of it was earned. None was paid!

Midway through the campaign, Thread ran a spin-off giveaway for teachers. We did not want to forget about the teachers; they deserve to be celebrated too. Three posts later, the teacher giveaway had outrun the trip itself: 956,000 views and 18,773 new followers.

The posts generated 4.4 million video views, 54,800 new followers against an internal goal of 3,000 to 6,000, 71,000 shares, and 43,800 comments at a 15 percent engagement rate - all earned, none paid. A spin-off giveaway for teachers generated an additional 956,000 views and 18,773 new followers. Total campaign cost: $19,000, with no paid influencers and no affiliate fees.

ABOUT THREAD:

Based in Provo, Utah, Thread (and Thread Wallets) began in 2015 with the idea of bringing expression to the wallet category and has since expanded into the bag market with innovative prints and silhouettes. Thread has made an impact with its branded elastic wallets, wristlets and lip balm holders as the go-to purse replacement for teens and young adults. Learn more at: https://www.threadwallets.com/News Source: Thread Related link: https://www.threadwallets.com/ This press release was issued on behalf of the news source, who is solely responsible for its accuracy, by Send2Press Newswire . To view the original story, visit: https://www.send2press.com/wire/thread-sends-the-class-of-26-to-hawaii-in-its-first-ever-community-trip/

CHICAGO, Ill., Sep 02, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- What does a child do when an entire Saturday stretches out ahead with endless possibilities? In "A Perfect Saturday.., almost" (ISBN: 978-0228802990, released by Tellwell Publishing), author and retired educator Dave Jones, PsyD, takes young readers on a lively journey through one child's ambitious plans for a bright springtime day and everything that does, and almost does, happen along the way.

Designed as a playful celebration of childhood curiosity and imagination, "A Perfect Saturday.., almost" follows an active youngster from morning to evening as he fills his day with activities and adventures. As plans unfold, readers see that a perfect day does not always go exactly as expected.

The story invites children to compare the character's day with their own experiences and imagine what their own perfect Saturday might look like. Rather than simply following a fixed narrative, the book encourages readers to see themselves in the story and consider the possibilities that come with having a completely open day.

"Remember when you were a kid, and you had an open, free Saturday or summer day to do anything you wanted to do?" asks Jones. "Do you remember what you actually ended up doing?"

The book's interactive spirit reflects Jones' longstanding interest in education and child development. A retired teacher with more than four decades of experience working with regular and special education students and their families, Jones has been recognized for his innovative and multifaceted approach to teaching.

Jones holds a master's degree in special education and a Doctorate in Psychology. His career has earned him the Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching from the nationally recognized G.A. Academy, along with numerous awards from the American Heart Association, including top leadership and lifetime achievement honors.

He also developed a school garden that received recognition as the "best school garden in Chicagoland" from the Chicago Botanic Garden, with additional recognition from Newsweek magazine. Jones helped develop Illinois State recognized standards for adapted physical education and previously co-authored 10 Demandments of Creativity: Parents Edition with Professor Denis Berkson.

With "A Perfect Saturday.., almost," Jones brings his educational experience and understanding of children to a story centered on something wonderfully simple: having a day ahead of you and wondering what might happen.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Dave Jones, PsyD, is a retired educator with more than 40 years of experience working with children and families in both regular and special education. He holds advanced training in special education and a Doctorate in Psychology. His career has included teaching recognition, health advocacy awards, work in adapted physical education, and innovative educational projects. Outside of writing and education, Jones enjoys canoeing, fishing, wood turning, motorcycle riding, racquetball, gardening, and spending time with his grandchildren.

"A Perfect Saturday.., almost" is available in paperback and hardcover on Amazon and all major online retailers.

BOOK SUMMARY:

Author: Dave Jones

Email: authorpress@tellwell.ca

Buy Link: https://a.co/d/01hvxUR2

Genre: Picture Book

Released: July 2026

PAPERBACK ISBN-13: 9780228802990

Publisher: Tellwell Publishing ( https://tellwell.ca )
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SEATTLE, Wash., Sep 01, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Friday Harbor, an AI pre-underwriting platform that helps loan officers assemble complete and compliant loan files in real time, today announced that its Founder and CEO Theo Ellis has been honored with HousingWire's 2026 Vanguard Award.

Ellis was recognized for pioneering Friday Harbor's AI pre-underwriting platform, which helps lenders identify and resolve loan issues before files reach underwriting. Under his leadership, Friday Harbor has expanded the platform across loan types, investor guidelines and lender workflows while growing to serve more than 40 lenders, including three of the nation's 15 largest independent mortgage banks. Clients have reported higher pull-through, greater fulfillment productivity and clear-to-close timelines up to five days faster.

"We built Friday Harbor to put AI to work on real problems for lenders without treating governance as an afterthought," said Theo Ellis, founder and CEO of Friday Harbor. "I'm proud of what our team has accomplished and honored to see that work recognized."

Ellis has also emerged as an industry voice on responsible AI adoption, contributing to initiatives with the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), Mortgage Industry Standards Maintenance Organization (MISMO) and Community Home Lenders of America (CHLA). In 2026, Friday Harbor became the first mortgage technology provider to earn an independent AI governance compliance attestation covering fair lending, model governance, data stewardship and regulatory readiness.

"The 2026 HousingWire Vanguards represent the leadership our industry needs for this moment," said HousingWire Editor-in-Chief Sarah Wheeler. "They are navigating disruption with clarity, bringing bold ideas to the table and executing strategies that create real results. Their influence extends beyond their own organizations, helping move the entire housing ecosystem toward a stronger and more innovative future."

HousingWire has presented its Vanguard Awards annually since 2015, honoring executives across mortgage, real estate and homebuilding for leadership that moves their companies and the housing industry forward. The 2026 awards mark the program's 12th year.

For a full list of 2026 Vanguard Award recipients, visit https://www.housingwire.com.

About Friday Harbor

Friday Harbor is an AI pre-underwriting platform that helps lenders identify and resolve potential issues earlier in the origination process. By analyzing borrower documents, appraisals and income calculations against investor guidelines and lender overlays, the platform helps teams deliver cleaner files, achieve fewer underwriting touches and improve individual productivity. For more information, visit https://fridayharbor.ai/.
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sep 01, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, today announced that Vikas Rao, chief executive officer, has been named a 2026 HousingWire Vanguard. Rao recognized for transforming Dark Matter and opening new ways for lenders to build, integrate and deploy AI.

Rao, who joined Dark Matter in 2024 as deputy chief product officer and rapidly advanced to the chief executive role, was recognized for leading Dark Matter's transformation from a traditional loan origination system provider to an open, AI-forward platform. Over the past 12 months, that transformation has included the debut of model context protocol (MCP) connectivity, which allows lenders to securely deploy AI agents within the Empower® Loan Origination Solution, and significant expansions to the Aiva® Intelligence Solution, which uses predictive AI to power automation across mortgage operations.

Rao has also driven transformation internally. Today, more than 95% of Dark Matter employees use AI in their daily workflows, accelerating software development and shortening the path from new idea to customer value.

"I am honored to be named a 2026 HousingWire Vanguard," said Vikas Rao, CEO of Dark Matter Technologies. "This recognition reflects the work of our entire team as we've transformed Dark Matter from a traditional loan origination system provider into an open, AI-forward platform - one that gives lenders the tools to build, not just wait for a roadmap."

"The 2026 HousingWire Vanguards represent the leadership our industry needs for this moment," said HousingWire Editor-in-Chief Sarah Wheeler. "They are navigating disruption with clarity, bringing bold ideas to the table and executing strategies that create real results. Their influence extends beyond their own organizations, helping move the entire housing ecosystem toward a stronger and more innovative future."

The award, which began in 2015, recognizes executives whose leadership and strategic vision are shaping the future of the housing economy. This year's nominees were evaluated on their leadership accomplishments, contributions to organizational growth, influence within the housing economy and ability to drive meaningful change. The winners stand out for their ability to turn complex market challenges into opportunities, lead consequential initiatives and position their companies for long-term success.

For a full list of 2026 Vanguard recipients, visit https://www.housingwire.com.

ABOUT DARK MATTER TECHNOLOGIES:

Operating with the nimble nature of a startup and the disciplined maturity of one of the industry's leading providers, Dark Matter Technologies delivers powerful technology with unparalleled automation and relentless innovation to leading mortgage lenders, servicers and companies nationwide. For more information, visit https://dmatter.com/.
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TORRANCE, Calif., Sep 01, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- DocMagic® announced today that Chief Operating Officer Lori Johnson has been named a 2026 HousingWire Vanguard. COO recognized for advancing DocMagic's latest innovations in a digital mortgage career spanning more than 30 years.

An industry veteran of more than 30 years, Johnson was honored for guiding DocMagic through a period of rapid innovation marked by milestones ranging from powering the industry's first MERS® eRegistry-registered electronic home equity line of credit (eHELOC) to expanding the Total eClose(tm) platform with new in-person electronic notarization (IPEN) capabilities. As the industry moves toward AI-enabled workflows, Johnson is helping to lead that charge for DocMagic, playing a key role in advancing the company's Intelligent Agentic Network (IAN).

"Lori makes digital mortgage innovation operational for our customers and our organization," said Pat Theodora, CEO of DocMagic. "She understands what it takes to move an idea from development into real-world mortgage workflows and, ultimately, make it work for lenders at scale. Her leadership and technical expertise have helped DocMagic remain at the forefront of mortgage technology for decades, making her a true Vanguard in every sense of the word."

"The 2026 HousingWire Vanguards represent the leadership our industry needs for this moment," said HousingWire Editor-in-Chief Sarah Wheeler. "They are navigating disruption with clarity, bringing bold ideas to the table and executing strategies that create real results. Their influence extends beyond their own organizations, helping move the entire housing ecosystem toward a stronger and more innovative future."

Launched in 2015, the HousingWire Vanguard Awards are now in their 12th year recognizing executives whose leadership has made a measurable impact on the housing economy. Honorees are selected based on tangible evidence of industry impact, including their role in driving organizational growth, advancing innovation, strengthening the broader housing ecosystem and influencing industry standards or policy.

For a full list of 2026 Vanguard Award recipients, visit https://www.housingwire.com.

About DocMagic:

DocMagic® provides a complete digital mortgage platform for the mortgage industry, delivering proprietary document generation, automated compliance, eSignature, eClosing, eNotarization, eNote and eVault technology in one unified solution. Built on nearly 40 years of innovation, DocMagic helps lenders, settlement service providers and investors move loans from application through post-closing with greater speed, accuracy and confidence. AI deepens that foundation through the company's Intelligent Agentic Network. For more information, visit https://www.docmagic.com/. News Source: DocMagic, Inc. Related link: https://www.docmagic.com/ This press release was issued on behalf of the news source, who is solely responsible for its accuracy, by Send2Press Newswire . To view the original story, visit: https://www.send2press.com/wire/docmagics-lori-johnson-named-a-2026-housingwire-vanguard/

SALINA, Kan., Sep 01, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Central Kansas United Youth Soccer (CKU) today announced it has selected Teams Elevated as the club's team management platform. The system now carries team rosters, scheduling, and club-wide communication for roughly 150 players ages 5 to 14 and 15 coaches across 16 teams, with about 100 player, coach, and administrator accounts already active.

The rollout starts with CKU's recreational program, with the club's other teams to follow.

Before this, CKU had no team management platform - no shared roster, no club calendar, and no single place a family could check. Communication lived apart from everything else, spread across email, phone calls, and a separate messaging app, none of which knew who was on which team.

"If a practice time moved, that meant chasing people down in three different places, and no matter how careful you were, somebody got missed," said Victor Devora, Director of Central Kansas United Youth Soccer. "That's not anybody's fault. It's just what happens when a club grows faster than its paperwork."

The club began with the two features that touched that problem most directly: team rostering and the shared calendar.

"We asked a lot of questions before we committed, and the Teams Elevated team answered every one of them, usually within the hour," Devora said. "A family can pull up their team and their schedule from their phone in about two minutes, which is what they already expect from every other part of their lives. When we put what we were getting next to what it cost us, it was an easy call."

LIVE NOW

* Team rostering across CKU's recreational teams

* Scheduling and a shared club calendar, with changes reaching every family at once

* Club-wide and team-level communication in one place

PLANNED

* Online registration and payments

* Field allocation

* Expansion to CKU's remaining programs

Implementation began July 28. Families were onboarded by August 9, ahead of the club's first matches on August 18.

"Very user friendly, very easy," said Peter Mendez, CKU Board Member, after the club's onboarding session.

"Almost every club I talk with has the same story: talented, committed people spending their evenings on paperwork instead of on player development," said Eli Ulvi, Sporting Director at Teams Elevated. "That's the problem I care about solving. What stood out about Central Kansas United is that they'd grown to sixteen teams without a system to lean on - that only happens when the people running it genuinely care. When a coach or an administrator gets those hours back, you see it on the field: better sessions, better communication with families, and more kids who stay in the game. I'm excited to see what CKU does with the time."

Families with questions about the new platform can visit https://teamselevated.com/ or contact info@teamselevated.com.

ABOUT CENTRAL KANSAS UNITED YOUTH SOCCER

Small town roots, united by passion. Founded in 2023, Central Kansas United Youth Soccer is a nonprofit youth soccer club based in Salina, Kansas, serving players from age 4 through college across the central Kansas region. Founded by Juan Maldonado and Victor Devora, CKU's stated goal is to make soccer competitive and affordable for everyone. The club runs a recreational program, a youth academy, individualized training, and competitive men's and women's teams in the UPSL and WPSL. Learn more at https://www.centralkansassoccer.org/.

ABOUT TEAMS ELEVATED

Teams Elevated is a sports club management platform with a suite of features that includes league and tournament management, registration, fee collection, program creation, communication (sms/email/chat), facilities management, scheduling, volunteer management. Teams Elevated is a platform for youth sports clubs, leagues, and associations, bringing rostering, scheduling, registration, payments, and communication into one system. It is built by a small, but mighty and very experienced team. Learn more at https://www.teamselevated.com/. News Source: Teams Elevated Related link: https://www.teamselevated.com/ This press release was issued on behalf of the news source, who is solely responsible for its accuracy, by Send2Press Newswire . To view the original story, visit: https://www.send2press.com/wire/central-kansas-united-youth-soccer-selects-teams-elevated-for-full-club-management-platform/

NEW YORK, N.Y., Sep 01, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- "Pitch Black: The best Black ads of the past 50+ years" (ISBN: 978-1736621585), a new book by advertising luminary, Mark Robinson, officially goes on sale September 7, 2026, and is destined to challenge what you think you know about American business, fashion and culture. "Pitch Black," chronicles a pivotal chapter in America's Civil Rights movement.

"What if the most influential architects of modern American pop culture weren't the ad men of 'Mad Men,' but the unsung Black creatives who built their own ad agencies in the shadows of Jim Crow?" asks the author.

The advertising images and messages contained in this comprehensive coffee table book chronicle a previously unrecorded chapter in the history of American business, fashion and culture, revealing how advertising created by Black people and for Black people became one of the most effective tools of the Civil Rights movement, changing the world's perception of Black America.

"Today, African Americans have become masters of culture, art and commerce. Today, there is no pop culture without Black people. And there is no commerce without pop culture," says Robinson.

But this has been a long journey. How we got here is the story of Black America in the advertising of the past fifty years.

Between chapters of historical curation, the book showcases the best Black advertising images of the past 50 years, hand-selected by a panel of some of the top Black creative leaders in advertising.

Mark Robinson has spent the past 45 years in advertising at the industry's most prestigious agencies featured in Fortune, NY Times, Wall Street Journal, Black Enterprise and Advertising Age. Robinson is a past member of the American Advertising Federation's Multicultural Marketing Leadership Council, a national touring lecturer for the Advertising Educational Foundation, and an ongoing mentor for the American Association of Advertising Agencies. Mark was chosen by filmmaker Spike Lee to co-found and manage his agency, Spike/DDB.

Mark's previous book, "Black On Madison Avenue," winner of an astounding 9 literary excellence awards, is part memoir and part explosive history of "America's most un-diverse white collar profession."

Even before this book's official release on September 7, 2026, "Pitch Black" has already received four national awards for literary excellence; the Literary Titan Award, the Booky Award, Readers Favorite, and the Firebird Book Award. And now, praise has begun pouring in from across the advertising world.

"Mark Robinson has done it again. In 'Pitch Black' he's brought together a wide range of advertisements with a bunch that you'll remember and some that you've overlooked. And alongside the ads, he's brought sharp analysis written in his trademark style. And his is no mere surface analysis, Mark goes deep into the history to uncover the stories behind the creation and intention of the ads and their impact on society and Black culture," said JASON P. CHAMBERS, Ph.D.; Author, Associate Professor, Advertising, University of Illinois.

"'Pitch Black' brilliantly shows the cultural and economic upside of getting it right, and the implications of getting it wrong. It's a brilliant read with practical advice and insights that are just as relevant today as they were back then," said John Osborn, President, SeenThis, former CEO of BBDO & OMD.

Where can you go to see examples of the best and most successful advertising created for - and created by - African Americans?

There is no central archive, library or museum where a collection of this great and historic work is accessible or exhibited. Remarkably, "Pitch Black" represents the first ever archive of that excellent creative work.

MORE INFORMATION:

Author website: https://markrobinson-writing.com/

Learn more about "Pitch Black": https://markrobinson-writing.com/pitch-black-a-new-book-coming-in-2026

Watch the "Pitch Black" Trailer (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jsXQMgrn4ng

On sale September 7, 2026, wherever you buy books.News Source: Author Mark S. Robinson Related link: https://markrobinson-writing.com/ This press release was issued on behalf of the news source, who is solely responsible for its accuracy, by Send2Press Newswire . To view the original story, visit: https://www.send2press.com/wire/how-black-identity-in-all-its-freshness-and-different-beauty-turned-blackness-into-a-brand-that-america-wanted-to-buy/

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Sep 01, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With Labor Day weekend expected to pack U.S. airports, free parking marketplace Parksy (parksy.com) today published a count of its listed parking within five miles of 14 major American hubs: nearly 2,000 spaces in total, led by Boston Logan with 491 - and spread so unevenly that the company says driveways near airports are now the most underused asset in American travel.

The map has a clear top and bottom. Boston Logan leads with 491 listed options within five miles, followed by Los Angeles International with 290, Newark with 232 and Phoenix Sky Harbor with 184. At the thin end sit San Francisco with 40, Dallas Fort Worth with 31 and Denver with 14. The 14-airport total of 1,950 comes out of more than 32,000 spaces listed on Parksy across the United States.

Price is the second half of the story. Daily rates on Parksy's own airport-area listings mostly run between 10 and 29 dollars, with Newark the dearest market and Denver the cheapest. For a traveler leaving a car for a week, the difference between a terminal garage and a listed space a short ride away routinely pays for the checked bag.

For homeowners, the same map reads as an income statement. A house near an airport comes with noise, traffic and one quiet compensation: a driveway that airport travelers will happily rent by the week. Listing one on Parksy is free at https://www.parksy.com/rent-your-space-free - no posting fee, no commission taken, no lease paperwork - and airport parking suits residential spaces unusually well, since the car simply sits there while its owner is in another state.

"An airport is a hotel for cars, and the hotel is always overbooked," said Daniel Battaglia, founder and CEO of Parksy. "Meanwhile the houses under the flight path have empty driveways all week. Matching those two facts is the easiest problem in travel, and we decided the match should cost nothing."

The platform arrives with the rest of Parksy's technology in the traveler's pocket. Apps are live on both major app stores, and the company's free tools include a find-my-parked-car feature built for the long-term lot at https://www.parksy.com/find-my-parked-car and a roadside accident report that works without phone signal. Most tools require no signup.

"Every one of these airports will set traffic records this weekend, and every one is surrounded by empty residential concrete," Battaglia said. "The parking crisis at American airports is not a supply problem. It is an introduction problem."

Travelers can compare listed parking near any U.S. airport at https://www.parksy.com/book-affordable-and-secure-airport-parking-nearby.

ABOUT PARKSY

Parksy (parksy.com) is a free, commission-free parking marketplace operating across 57 countries. Drivers use Parksy to find and book parking, appeal unfair fines with a free AI-powered calculator, scan confusing signage, locate a parked car, and report accidents - all at no cost and with no signup required for most tools. Space owners list and rent out driveways, garages and unused spots for free, with no commission and no lease paperwork. Parksy was founded in 2011 by Daniel Battaglia and is headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Learn more: https://www.parksy.com/
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JINAN, Shandong, China, Aug 31, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Shandong Renke Control Technology Co., Ltd., a leading manufacturer of environmental monitoring sensors and solutions, is bringing conventional and ultrasonic measurement technologies together in its wind monitoring portfolio to address the evolving requirements of applications that depend on continuous and reliable wind data.

Wind data now supports far more than daily forecasts. Renewable energy operators track it to schedule turbine maintenance and estimate output. Port and marine authorities use it to clear cargo and crane operations. Aviation-adjacent facilities, road traffic managers, smart city planners, and infrastructure engineers depend on continuous wind speed and direction readings to protect bridges, cranes, and tall structures, and to support environmental compliance records.

Agricultural operations, laboratories, and coastal research stations add their own accuracy and durability requirements. As wind monitoring spreads across more industries, the gap has widened between what a single sensor type delivers and what a full monitoring program actually needs.

These requirements have made it difficult for a single wind measurement technology to address every application. Conventional wind speed and direction sensors remain suitable for many established monitoring systems, while ultrasonic technology provides an alternative approach for applications where the absence of moving measurement components, continuous operation and fast response are important considerations. For more complex airflow environments, 3D ultrasonic anemometers can provide additional information about vertical and horizontal wind components.

Even so, buyers still have to choose between two-dimensional ultrasonic models built for standard horizontal readings and three-dimensional units needed for vertical airflow, turbulence, or gust analysis. Sourcing mechanical and ultrasonic technology from separate suppliers has typically meant separate specifications and support contacts, adding friction to projects that mix sensor types on one site.

Renkeer's wind sensor series is built to close that gap with three tiers under one specification and support structure:

Conventional wind speed and direction sensors use a three-cup or vane design in a polycarbonate or aluminum housing, with a 0-70 m/s measuring range and RS485, 4-20mA, 0-5V, 0-10V, or pulse output. They suit budget-sensitive, high-volume deployments such as greenhouses and general-purpose weather stations.

Ultrasonic wind sensors have no moving parts and a built-in electronic compass that removes directional alignment work during installation. It can withstand wind speeds up to 75 m/s. That combination fits ports, road traffic monitoring, and other sites where all-weather reliability and fast installation matter more than upfront cost.

3D ultrasonic anemometers use six ultrasonic probes across three axes. They measure wind speed on the X, Y, and Z axes plus horizontal and vertical wind direction, sound velocity, and acoustic temperature in a single reading, for wind farm performance assessment, marine research, and laboratory-grade turbulence studies.

The combination of these technologies is intended to address a range of environmental monitoring requirements rather than promote a single measurement method. All three tiers connect to the same free cloud platform, so a site running mechanical, 2D ultrasonic, and 3D ultrasonic sensors side by side can still review every reading, log, and calibration record from one dashboard rather than three separate systems.

Potential applications include automated weather stations, environmental monitoring networks, agricultural meteorological monitoring, building and urban environmental monitoring, and other outdoor systems where wind conditions need to be continuously measured and recorded. By offering multiple measurement approaches within one product portfolio, Renkeer aims to simplify technology selection while giving system integrators greater flexibility when designing monitoring equipment.

"Customers used to have to choose a technology first and a supplier second, then repeat the process for every tier of accuracy they needed on a site," said Binda, Director at Renkeer. "Building the mechanical, 2D ultrasonic, and 3D ultrasonic sensors on one product line lets a customer specify by application instead, and still get the same output options, calibration data, cloud platform, and support behind every unit."

VIDEO (YouTube): https://youtu.be/bMxbQow_2-E?si=-hUM8Iqe5y_5m68w

ABOUT RENKEER

Shandong Renke Control Technology Co., Ltd. (Renkeer) is a Jinan, Shandong, China-based manufacturer specializing in the R&D, production, and sales of intelligent environmental monitoring terminals and control systems. Products including temperature and humidity sensors, wind sensors, water quality sensors, soil sensors, gas sensors, and weather stations. With more than 15 years of manufacturing experience, Renke's products carry CE, ISO 9001, FCC, and RoHS certification and are distributed through agents across Asia, Africa, the Americas, Europe, and Oceania.

Address: High-Tech Zone, Jinan, Shandong, China

Website: https://www.renkeer.com
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NEW ORLEANS, La., Aug 31, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In furtherance of their mission to redevelop underserved neighborhoods in the Greater New Orleans area and as a follow-up to previous successful real estate auctions on behalf of the New Orleans Redevelopment Authority (NORA), the agency will soon be conducting its next online-only auction sale, comprising approximately 100+- residential lots and 40+- Non-Housing Development Option lots located throughout New Orleans, according to auction firm Tranzon Key.

The properties included in the auction are generally located in neighborhoods that have seen strong redevelopment following devastation of major hurricanes and tropical storms.

Bidding for this online auction event will commence at 8:00 a.m. (CT) on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, and conclude at Noon (CT) on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. The auctioneer is Tranzon Key, in cooperation with Kelly Toney, Broker (Lic. # 76381-ACT) and LA Auctioneer (Lic. # 2117). All properties are subject to an opening bid of $4,000 each.

"As with our previous auctions, we anticipate receiving hundreds of inquiries. We are excited to make available this next pool of properties through this online auction event," said Brenda Breaux, NORA's Executive Director.

"During the previous auction events, home builders and developers were able to establish their own purchase price through the competitive bidding process. Buyers felt they were able to obtain properties in various neighborhoods throughout New Orleans at fair prices," stated Fernando Palacios, Strategic Partner at Tranzon Key.

The properties are being sold on an "as-is, where-is" basis. Winning bidders are required to complete construction or rehabilitation on the properties within 545 days from the date of closing. Buyers are required to keep such properties code-compliant immediately after closing through completion of the construction or rehabilitation. Bidders for the sites may also utilize the property for green space if they are a directly-adjacent property owner.

Closing is required within 30 calendar days after the auction, and financing will not be a contingency, so buyers will need to know they can close on their purchase within the required timeframe and have available pre-approval for their own personal financing. Buyers must obtain and maintain Flood Insurance for any structures as a condition of closing.

A live Buyer's Seminar will be held Thursday, September 17, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM CT, at YMCA Dryades, 2220 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70113.

For more information about this NORA auction and to register, please visit https://www.tranzon.com/nora or contact Fernando Palacios at (504) 500-1891 or email fpalacios@tranzon.com.

The terms and conditions set forth herein are for informational purposes only and shall not be deemed to be, nor are they intended to be, a comprehensive or complete listing of the applicable terms and conditions. All potential buyers should read carefully the terms and conditions of the auction and sale set forth at https://www.tranzon.com/nora.

The terms and conditions set forth in the Sale Agreements displayed on the website shall govern and supersede any terms and conditions set forth herein.

ABOUT TRANZON KEY:

Tranzon Key is a member company of Tranzon, LLC, one of the nation's leading real estate auction and accelerated marketing firms. Tranzon Key provides full-service real estate auction, advisory, and disposition solutions, helping individuals, businesses, financial institutions, and public agencies maximize the value of their real estate assets through competitive structured sales events. All Tranzon member companies are independently owned and operated.News Source: Tranzon Key Related link: https://www.tranzon.com/key/default.aspx This press release was issued on behalf of the news source, who is solely responsible for its accuracy, by Send2Press Newswire . To view the original story, visit: https://www.send2press.com/wire/approximately-100-residential-lots-and-40-non-housing-development-option-lots-throughout-new-orleans-to-be-auctioned-on-behalf-of-the-new-orleans-redevelopment-authority/

MIDDLEBURG, Fla., Aug 31, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CS3 Investments has closed on Infinite Clay Town Center, a 300-unit Class A apartment community in the Jacksonville metropolitan area, completing in under 75 days a transaction that typically takes four to six months. The community, acquired as Ascend at Clay Town Center, will operate under the Infinite banner and be managed by CS3 Management.

The firm went under contract June 9 and closed August 20 - 72 days, start to finish. The acquisition is CS3's first investment in Florida and expands its portfolio from 1,957 to 2,257 units. Financial terms were not disclosed.

"First, we give thanks to God - every door on this deal opened at exactly the right time," said Carlos Salguero, Founder and President of CS3 Investments. "Then our investors, who backed us with conviction and moved fast, and our team, who took a process that routinely runs four to six months and closed it in under 75 days without cutting a single corner. I've been in business more than twenty years, and I have never been prouder of a group of people."

A SUPPLY-CONSTRAINED MARKET WITH DEMAND ALREADY IN PLACE

Clay County ranks among the most supply-constrained multifamily markets in North Florida, with only four communities delivered since 2020 and limited new supply in the pipeline. Infinite Clay Town Center sits at the center of three demand drivers:

* Cecil Commerce Center, 15 minutes away, scaling from roughly 4,500 jobs toward a projected 14,250 at full buildout by 2030, anchored by Amazon, Bridgestone, Wayfair, FedEx and Jinko Solar

* Naval Air Station Jacksonville, 20 minutes away, home to more than 20,000 personnel

* The $1.2 billion First Coast Expressway, less than a mile away, which completes Jacksonville's outer beltway by 2030

"We look for markets where the demand is already there and the supply simply hasn't caught up," Salguero said. "Clay County is exactly that, and it is why we were willing to move as fast as we did."

THE ASSET

Built in 2024, the community spans 29 acres and offers eight floor plans across one-, two- and three-bedroom residences. Amenities include a resort-style saltwater pool, 24-hour fitness center, clubhouse, bark park and pet spa. The property was 96% occupied at acquisition.

Infinite Clay Town Center joins a portfolio of Class A assets across Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee and Georgia. As sponsor, operator and property manager, CS3 acquires cash-flowing assets and drives value through operational execution - a strategy that advances the firm's roadmap toward $1 billion in assets under management by 2030.

Learn more: https://cs3investments.com

ABOUT CS3 INVESTMENTS

CS3 Investments acquires and operates institutional-quality multifamily communities in top U.S. markets and provides investment education with the mission of helping investors protect, grow and multiply their capital. The firm manages more than 2,250 units and over $250 million in assets under management. Learn more at https://CS3Investments.com/.

MULTMEDIA

VIDEO (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dT5iyXilris
News Source: CS3 Investments Related link: https://CS3Investments.com/ This press release was issued on behalf of the news source, who is solely responsible for its accuracy, by Send2Press Newswire . To view the original story, visit: https://www.send2press.com/wire/cs3-investments-enters-florida-with-300-unit-jacksonville-area-acquisition-contract-to-close-in-under-75-days/

NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug 29, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SnapFresh, a cordless power tool brand focused on making DIY easier for modern homeowners and creators, has introduced its new 20V Brushless Cordless Leaf Blower, designed to deliver powerful performance and greater convenience for everyday outdoor cleanup.

Featuring a high-performance brushless motor, the new blower delivers up to 685 CFM of airflow and air speeds of up to 180 MPH, providing the power needed to clear leaves, grass clippings, dust, light snow, and other outdoor debris from lawns, driveways, patios, sidewalks, and garages.

Powered by a 20V 5.0Ah lithium-ion battery, the cordless design gives users the freedom to move around without gas, oil, or power cords. The blower also features stepless speed control and a Turbo Mode, allowing users to easily adjust airflow for different cleaning tasks and increase power when needed.

The new product reflects SnapFresh's continued focus on developing practical cordless tools that combine strong performance with simple, user-friendly operation. Its lightweight and cordless design makes seasonal yard cleanup easier while giving homeowners more flexibility in maintaining their outdoor spaces.

As part of SnapFresh's growing 20V cordless platform, the new leaf blower is designed to work within the brand's broader battery-powered tool ecosystem, helping users build a more convenient and versatile collection of tools for home improvement and outdoor maintenance.

Built around SnapFresh's brand philosophy, "DIY with Ease," the new 20V Brushless Leaf Blower represents the company's continued commitment to creating reliable, convenient, and easy-to-use cordless tools for modern homeowners.

About SnapFresh

SnapFresh is a cordless power tool brand dedicated to making DIY easier for modern homeowners and creators. With a focus on innovation, usability, and customer experience, SnapFresh develops practical tool solutions that help users complete home improvement, repair, and outdoor projects with greater convenience and confidence.

Company Name: NINGBO WINBAY TECHNOLOGY CO.,LTD

Country: China

Official Website: https://snapfreshtools.com

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/snapfresh

Walmart: https://www.walmart.com/c/brand/snap-fresh
News Source: Ningbo Winbay Technology Co., Ltd. Related link: https://snapfreshtools.com/ This press release was issued on behalf of the news source, who is solely responsible for its accuracy, by Send2Press Newswire . To view the original story, visit: https://www.send2press.com/wire/snapfresh-introduces-its-new-20v-brushless-leaf-blower-bringing-more-power-and-ease-to-everyday-outdoor-cleanup/

OAKLAND, Calif., Aug 28, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sixty years to the day after the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum opened, VillageGIVE will present Coliseum 60, a free, all-ages community commemoration in East Oakland on Sept. 18, 2026, celebrating six decades of people, memories and community while looking toward the Coliseum's future.

Coliseum 60 will take place Friday, Sept. 18, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Youth UpRising, 8711 MacArthur Blvd. in Oakland, which is hosting the event. The date marks exactly 60 years since Sept. 18, 1966, when the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum opened with its first event, an Oakland Raiders game against the Kansas City Chiefs.

A VillageGIVE Community Initiative, Coliseum 60 is built around the theme "One Community. One Legacy. One Future." The gathering will honor the Coliseum's sports and entertainment history while recognizing the generations of athletes, artists, workers, residents, young people, families, businesses and community organizations connected to its six-decade legacy.

"For 60 years, the Coliseum has been more than a place where people watched games and concerts. It has been part of people's lives, families, work and memories," said Quixote Atkins, CEO of VillageGIVE. "Coliseum 60 is about honoring that history and the people who helped make it matter, while bringing the community together around what comes next."

The program will include a community forum and conversation featuring Ray Bobbitt, founder and managing member of the African American Sports & Entertainment Group (AASEG); Keith D. Brown, executive secretary-treasurer of the Alameda Labor Council, AFL-CIO; and Oakland artist, educator and social justice activist Tarika Lewis, the first woman to join the Black Panther Party.

Together, the conversation will connect perspectives on Oakland's history, workers and community, arts and culture, and the future of the Coliseum area.

Coliseum 60 will also feature historic Coliseum video and memories, opportunities for attendees to share their own Coliseum stories, live music and entertainment, community organizations and resources, community recognition, and a 60th anniversary celebration.

Performing artists will include ZaZa Benjamin, Marcus McCauley and Cordell Williams.

The program will also recognize contributions to Oakland and the East Bay spanning youth, justice, labor, community investment, public service, and vision for the future. Recognition recipients will be revealed during the celebration.

The Coliseum's six decades have connected sports, music and entertainment with generations of Bay Area families, workers and communities. Coliseum 60 will commemorate that history while using the anniversary to bring people together around the community's relationship with the Coliseum and its next chapter.

Admission to Coliseum 60 is free and all ages are welcome. Advance registration is highly encouraged at https://www.coliseum60.com/. Walk-ins are welcome, with onsite registration available.

COLISEUM 60
Friday, Sept. 18, 2026
4 to 8 p.m.
Hosted by Youth UpRising
8711 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland, CA 94605
Free admission | All ages welcome

Information and registration: https://www.coliseum60.com/

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VillageGIVE is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supporting programs and initiatives that help youth and families thrive, with a focus on education, reading, the arts and mental well-being. Learn more: https://villagegive.com/.

For more information, visit: https://www.coliseum60.com/
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