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One-of-a kind musical farewell for Jackie Jackson
WESTERN BUREAU: Had it not been for the thick walls of the historic St James Parish Church, all of Montego Bay might have heard saxophonist Dean Fraser pouring his heart into Dance With My Father on Saturday. It was that kind of farewell. Not simply a funeral service, but an extraordinary musical tribute to Clifton ‘Jackie’ Jackson, the legendary Jamaican bassist whose fingers helped create the heartbeat of some of the world’s most recognisable reggae and rocksteady recordings.
Seahawks Receive Compelling Trade Message on Raiders’ Ashton Jeanty
The Seattle Seahawks might not be making a move for a running back ahead of the Nov. 10 trade deadline. It looks like they’ll look to see what they have in Zach Charbonnet and Jadarian Price for the remainder of the season. Nonetheless, could running back be a position they evaluate this upcoming offseason? If […] The post Seahawks Receive Compelling Trade Message on Raiders’ Ashton Jeanty appeared first on HEAVY.
Real-World Weight Journeys: Exploring Health Experiences to Improve Care
(Feature Impact) A number on a scale tells only part of the story. Living well is also about having energy, feeling your best and enjoying a good quality of life. Yet each person’s path is different, and lifestyle changes, medicines and other approaches to managing weight can affect health in different ways. TNCMS.AdManager.render({region: 'fixed-big-ad-top-asset', slot: 1, fold: "above"}); No two weight-management journeys look the same. Some people are taking their first steps toward healthier habits. Others are balancing health conditions, caring for family members, coping with stress or exploring new treatment options. Along the way, they may find support that helps them succeed or encounter obstacles that make progress more difficult.These stories provide valuable insights into what it takes to improve health in everyday life.That’s the idea behind the American Heart Association’s Healthy Living BEYOND Weight Study. By learning directly from adults across the country, researchers aim to better understand the challenges, motivations and factors that shape weight and health outcomes over time. The goal is to generate insights that can help improve support, inform care and empower more people to live healthier lives.What Factors Influence WeightNearly 1 in 3 U.S. adults are overweight and 2 in 5 are obese, according to the National Institutes of Health. Weight is shaped by many factors, including:Genetics and hormonesAccess to healthy food, safe places to exercise and healthcareChronic stress and mental healthMedications and metabolismCommunity conditions, as where you live can influence your ability to live a healthy lifeHow Joining a Study Can Make a Difference Led by the American Heart Association, the Healthy Living BEYOND Weight Study is open to U.S. adults with a BMI of 25 or higher, including those who have tried lifestyle changes, weight-management medicines or weight-loss surgery. By sharing information about their health and daily lives, participants can help researchers better understand how to improve care.Interest in newer weight-loss medicines, such as GLP-1s, has grown rapidly. While these treatments are helping many people, researchers are still learning about their long-term effects and how they fit into everyday life. People who currently use or previously used a GLP-1 may be eligible to participate and help generate insights that could improve care for others.Reasons to Join This StudyBy joining this study, participants can help researchers better understand the long-term impact of treatments, identify what helps people succeed and uncover the challenges they face along the way. The information they share can help fill important gaps in research, shape better and more compassionate care and guide future health recommendations.According to the Pew Research Center, 31% of U.S. adults report they’re online “almost constantly.” The study is conducted entirely online, making participation convenient and easy. It can be completed from home on a schedule that works best for each participant.Consider these reasons to participate:Your story matters. By participating, you may help build knowledge that can improve care, guide health recommendations and help people live healthier lives.It’s easy. The study is conducted entirely online, making it simple to join and stay involved at your own pace.It’s safe and respectful. All data is collected with your informed consent, protected by privacy safeguards and handled according to rigorous ethical and scientific standards.You won’t be alone. Millions of people are navigating weight and health challenges. By sharing your journey, you can help researchers better understand what works, what support is needed and how to shape better and more compassionate care for others.Learn more and consider signing up at Heart.org/GoBeyond.Photo courtesy of Shutterstock
Dave Bautista Packs On 20 Pounds & Looks A Lot More Like Kratos
Ever since Deadline reported he was circling the role of Kratos in Prime Video’s upcoming God of War series, Dave Bautista has been sharing his physical progress transforming himself for the part. (In...
Giants acquire pitcher in intriguing trade with Nationals
The San Francisco Giants are acquiring minor league left-handed pitcher Tony Neubeck from the Washington Nationals in exchange for infielder Nate Furman as the team works to clear space on its 40-man roster. The trade was reported Sunday by ESPN’s Jeff Passan, who cited sources familiar with the deal. Passan reported that San Francisco is expected […] The post Giants acquire pitcher in intriguing trade with Nationals appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Sharon Horgan on ‘Youth’: ‘I’ve always had a reckless side to my personality’
The show's creator and star breaks down the season finale, what's next for Alex's love life, and what it means for a potential Season 2.
Scientists Asked 50 People to Map Their Near-Death Experiences. An Eerie Pattern Emerged.
How does this happen?
Scientists Asked 50 People to Map Their Near-Death Experiences. An Eerie Pattern Emerged.
How does this happen?
JVC Mobile Entertainment Announces New Distribution Strategy to Strengthen Dealer Support
New distributor-based sales model takes effect January 1, 2027, positioning JVC and its dealers for continued growth. Press Release: LONG BEACH, CA – JVC Mobile Entertainment announces a strategic shift in its U.S. sales and distribution model, transitioning from independent sales representatives to a distributor-based network effective January 1, 2027. This move better aligns JVC...
Yakima Co. health officials confirm person infected with bird flu has died
YAKIMA CO., Wash. - The Yakima County Health District confirmed Sunday a person in the county has died due to complications of the bird flu.According to the YCHD, the person was hospitalized after becoming severely sick and was diagnosed with avian influenza. They said the person came into contact with infected cattle and that's how they got the illness.At this time, the YCHD is not releasing the identity of the person who died, their gender or their age. They confirmed the person did have underlying health conditions, but did not release what those were.This comes as a third confirmed human case of bird flu was reported Sunday. This person also became infected after being exposed to sick cattle at a Yakima County dairy. YCHD officials said this person is not experience severe illness and is not hospitalized.The YCHD is working with the person to identify and contact people who may have come into contact with those who are infected in an effort to monitor the illness.Officials with the YCHD said the risk of being infected with bird flu in the general public is low. Those who are at greater risk are those who have close or prolonged contact with infected animals or are in an environment that is contaminated with the virus. As of this writing, no documented case of human to human transmission has ever been recorded in the United States but it is not impossible. COPYRIGHT 2026 BY APPLE VALLEY NEWS NOW. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBLISHED, BROADCAST, REWRITTEN OR REDISTRIBUTED. News Suspected DUI crash in Walla Walla Co. kills Umatilla woman Erin Wencl News Man dead after early morning shooting in Yakima Erin Wencl News Pasco police asking for video of Saturday's fatal shooting near Don Rubio's Erin Wencl News Trick-or-treating wins popular vote at Yakama Nation trunk-or-treat Tyler Wargo News Justin Krumbah's family fights on after judge denies Kelly's request Dan Hanson, Apple Valley News Now News Toppenish gets nearly $1.5 million to improve traffic safety on State Route 22 Robert Desaulniers
Carolina Panthers' Being Linked to Defensive Backs Ahead of Deadline
The Carolina Panthers are being connected to a few different defensive backs ahead of the NFL Trade Deadline.
The Sci-Fi Movie Where A Robot Finds Religion And Its Makers Want It Dead
Doomsday Book mixes zombies, a Buddhist robot, and an impossible delivery. Its long road to completion is almost as unusual as its three stories.
DEA approvals could bring big tax benefits for medical marijuana businesses
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration has for the first time issued registrations to medical marijuana dispensaries, a bureaucratic maneuver under President
Academic Freedom Protects Politics
Attempts to suppress “political” ideas have no place in a free country or a free university.
Lung Cancer Awareness Month: UCI Health Medical, Surgical, Radiation Oncologists Available for Comment About Lung Cancer, Screening and Increasing Nonsmoker Diagnoses
Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center based in Orange County Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the nation, according to the American Cancer Society and the American Lung Association. More people die of lung cancer each year compared to those with colon, breast and prostate cancers combined. According to the Cancer Research Institute, about 10% to 20% of lung cancers now occur in never-smokers, with two-t
Extreme heat and cold hit some people far harder, and it's not just about illness
Researchers analysing 285,444 adults in Finland and the UK found that excess mortality associated with extreme heat and cold was more than tenfold higher among people with both pre-existing medical conditions and socioeconomic disadvantage than among those with neither or only one vulnerability. Climate modelling suggested that warming from approximately 1°C to 4°C could increase the proportion of deaths attributable to extreme temperatures from around 1% to more than 5% in both countries.
Nine people killed after jet from Austin crashes in Florida, transportation secretary says
At least 9 people are dead after a business jet flying out of Austin crashed in a Florida neighborhood, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said.The Federa
Michael Mann hospitalized after gun 'accidentally discharged'
Oscar-nominated director Michael Mann was reportedly hospitalized after being injured at a Los Angeles gun range.
South Texas Health System (@stxhealthsystem)
1 likes, 0 comments - stxhealthsystem on November 1, 2026: "Shaping the Future of Stroke Care: In healthcare, learning never stops. New research, treatment advances and best practices are constantly emerging, making ongoing education essential for improving patient outcomes and delivering high-quality care. Recently, Amanda Rubalcado, BSN, SCRN, Stroke Educator at South Texas Health System McAllen, presented an in-depth session on stroke recognition, treatment and prevention to students participating in the Pathways for Advancing Careers and Education (PACE) Program through the @vida_careers at @stcjaguars. The PACE program helps low-income, unemployed and underemployed Rio Grande Valley residents gain the education and training needed to pursue high-demand, high-wage careers, including careers in healthcare. Understanding the warning signs of stroke and the importance of timely treatment can make the difference between life and death. Through partnerships like this, STHS is helping prepare the next generation of healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional, compassionate care and build a healthier future for the Rio Grande Valley. #STHS #HealthcareEducation #STC #VIDA #CareerAdvancement #StrokeEducation".
‘The Only Living Pickpocket In New York’ Steals Into Top 10, ‘Everest’ Scales $1M
Sony Pictures Classics’ John Turturro-starring The Only Living Pickpocket in New York by Noah Segan topped $1.9 million in a major week 2 expansion from six to 1,112 screens. The story of an aging New...
Eagles’ $98 Million Mistake Haunts Team By Halloween
Three offseason moves backfire on the Eagles by Halloween. A $98M deal fails, a drafted player leaves, and a second-round pick sits unused.
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Giants Trade For Taylor Risks Repeating Past Mistakes
Giants fans want Jonathan Taylor, but experts warn the price is too high and the team isn't ready. Here is why the deal could backfire.
Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month: UCI Health Medical, Surgical, Radiation Clinicians Available to Comment About Pancreatic Cancer, New Treatment Options
Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center based in Orange County, can offer hope for patients and families Pancreatic cancer accounts for about 3% of all cancers in the nation and about 8% of all cancer deaths, according to the American Cancer Society. Yet, pancreatic cancer is expected to become the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths by 2040, according to the National Foundation for Cancer Research. The Foo
Capitals Trade For Devils’ 25-Year-Old Goalie
The Washington Capitals have traded for a goalie. The news was announced officially Sunday morning that the Caps completed a trade with the New Jersey Devils for Remi Poirier. The Capitals are sending the Devils a fourth-round draft pick in return. #NEWS: We’ve acquired a 2027 seventh-round pick from the Washington Capitals for goaltender Remi […] The post Capitals Trade For Devils’ 25-Year-Old Goalie appeared first on HEAVY.
Disgruntled MN Vikings WR Vetoed Trade to Former Team
The Minnesota Vikings tried to move on from Jauan Jennings ahead of the trade deadline, but one person stood in the way.
The earliest Saints’ Jordyn Tyson could return from hamstring injury
The New Orleans Saints are currently enjoying a bye week as they gear up for next week’s clash against the Cleveland Browns. The Saints sit at 2-5 on the season, having played every game so far without first round draft pick wide receiver Jordyn Tyson , who has been dealing with a prolonged hamstring issue. Now, the team has gotten the latest […] The post The earliest Saints’ Jordyn Tyson could return from hamstring injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Lions’ Sam LaPorta Makes Personal Admission About His Contract Situation
Sam LaPorta wants his future in Detroit sorted out, but the Lions front office isn’t making it easy. Determined to land a new deal, the contract standoff between the two sides has heated up over the past couple of weeks, especially after LaPorta’s recent public comment about his future with the franchise. On that note, he […] The post Lions’ Sam LaPorta Makes Personal Admission About His Contract Situation appeared first on HEAVY.
Minnesota Vikings at Detroit Lions: Week 8 NFL Discussion
Can the purple stay perfect?
Filmmaker Michael Mann suffers "superficial injury" at gun range
Filmmaker Michael Mann was injured at a gun range in Los Angeles, his representative said.
Eagles reportedly make decision on Saquon Barkley
The Philadelphia Eagles’ season has gone off the rails, and with the trade deadline approaching, there has been plenty of speculation about whether the team could move some of its biggest stars. But it sounds like one of them isn’t going anywhere. According to a new report, the Eagles will not trade star running back…
‘Three’s Company’ Star John Ritter’s Widow Reveals the One Thing She Still Does Every Day 23 Years After His Death
More than 23 years after John Ritter’s tragic death in 2003 at the age of 54, his wife, Amy Yasbeck, still has a very special way of communicating with the Three’s Company star. Yasbeck recently opene...
Sullivan claims Peltola is ‘still lying’ about campaign’s involvement in Alaska ballot controversy
WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan said Sunday that he doubted claims by his Democratic opponent that she had no idea her top political aides were i
10 cities with the most millionaire renters
As companies head South, they're bringing their workers with them. It's fueling a surge in millionaire renters across several Southern cities.
Sullivan claims Peltola is 'still lying' about campaign's involvement in Alaska ballot controversy
Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan says he doubts his Democratic rival's claims she had no idea that a man also named Dan Sullivan was recruited by her top aides onto the Alaska ballot to act as a spoiler.
Four dead, 15 injured in three shootings on Halloween across Dallas entertainment district
Best in Business: 2026
Learn more about the Eastside’s favorite leader, bank, nonprofit, architecture firm, happy-hour spot, location to secure a business deal, and more in the latest edition of Best in Business.
Vikings Get Massive Saquon Barkley Update Amid Trade Rumors
The Minnesota Vikings are being heavily linked to Colts RB Jonathan Taylor as the trade deadline looms. A couple of weeks ago, Saquon Barkley was rumored to be in play as well.As of Saturday morning, the Colts made it clear that they are officially open for business on a Taylor trade. Indianapolis hadn’t made it […] The post Vikings Get Massive Saquon Barkley Update Amid Trade Rumors appeared first on HEAVY.
Vikings, Jordan Addison Trade Floated As Deadline Nears
The Minnesota Vikings are now eight days away from the 2026 trade deadline. Before they get there, there are two games to take care of.In Week 8, they travel to Ford Field to play the Detroit Lions. In Week 9, they host the Buffalo Bills on Monday Night Football in Minneapolis. As of the publishing […] The post Vikings, Jordan Addison Trade Floated As Deadline Nears appeared first on HEAVY.
Braves Minor League Recap: Isaiah Drake Stands Out
Isaiah Drake had a huge day on Saturday in the Arizona Fall League as a number of Atlanta Braves prospects contributed.
Dolly Parton Receives Posthumous Hall of Fame Honor 2 Months After Her Death
This $39 lifetime AI workspace could replace several productivity apps
Hive AI offers a workspace combining documents, visual boards, and AI-powered features to help you organize ideas and move projects forward.
Israeli strike kills boy in Gaza as Qataris say vessel struck in Gulf, and other Mideast news
Israeli strikes on Gaza have killed eight people including a young boy.
What is the big deal about dragon fruit?
Rich in fiber, vitamin C and antioxidants, dragon fruit can promote your immune system and protect your gut.
Braves Address Backstop Depth With Cuban Phenom Agreement
The Atlanta Braves reportedly reached a deal with a young catcher shortly after the free agency period opened.
Sweet Loren’s Was Making $350,000 a Year. Then 1 Decision Helped Turn It Into a $100 Million Business
A deal with Whole Foods helped Sweet Loren’s get started, but the real breakthrough came when founder Loren Castle listened to customers.
Voters will ask, ‘About last night?’
You know that feeling when you wake up in a stranger’s bed and have no idea who’s lying next to you? OK, that’s never happened to me either. But it’s a fair analogy for how Colorado voters will feel Wednesday morning as they struggle to remember the previous night’s election results: What the hell did […]
Bianca Gonzalez shares daughters' memorable birthday celebration at Tuloy Foundation
Bianca Gonzalez shared highlights of her daughters Lucia and Carmen's meaningful birthday celebration at Tuloy Foundation this year.
When will the Chargers win a game? Breaking down LA's remaining schedule
Commentary: The vote that will reveal the most about Arkansas’ politics
The Issue 3 vote could reveal a great deal about the state of Arkansas’ politics, and the divides confronting legislators when they meet next year.
Why the NFL’s First Head Coach Firing of the Season Is Running Late
The league hasn’t gone this long without a coaching change since 2017.
This tech-forward health name is compounding even as its market shrinks
Veteran investor Drew Cupps's highest-conviction idea for the next 12 months.
De Zerbi credits team spirit for Tottenham’s turnaround
Roberto De Zerbi believes Tottenham’s turnaround in the Premier League is down to his new-look squad now being a team. Spurs produced a professional display to beat 10-man Crystal Palace by a 2-0 score on Saturday to win three consecutive league games for the first time in 616 days.
Meet the people 'vibe manufacturing' their ideas to life
These techies are using AI to prototype answering machines, toys, and jewelry. They call it "vibe manufacturing," a play on the term vibe coding.
African Scientists Expand Research into Neglected Women’s Health Issues
More than 200 million African women live with conditions such as heavy menstrual bleeding, fibroids and endometriosis. Researchers say better funding and support are needed to turn local ideas into practical health solutions By Lenah Bosibori Across Africa, millions of women live with severe menstrual pain, fibroids, endometriosis and pelvic floor disorders without timely diagnosis […]
Velocity/Impel | Virtual tour generated by Panotour
Take a 360 degree virtual tour of Pierce's customizable Velocity® & Impel fire truck chassis. Built specifically for each department's needs, these affordable yet fully-featured chassis deliver ideal configurations via standard and optional features.
Ivan Ramiro
Five foot eight. Hardly the ideal height for a centre-back. But Ivan Ramiro Cordoba always managed to reach what others couldn't.1 November 2008. Reggina host Inter at the Stadio Granillo on Matchday ...
Space Shuttle Endeavour's new LA home unveiled ahead of public opening
The California Science Center is preparing to open the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, a 200,000-square-foot expansion that will showcase Space Shuttle Endeavour.
Space Shuttle Endeavour's new LA home unveiled ahead of public opening
The California Science Center is preparing to open the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, a 200,000-square-foot expansion that will showcase Space Shuttle Endeavour.
Seahawks Issued Trade Deadline Take Amid Jonathan Taylor Speculation
The Seattle Seahawks were one of the teams that got the ball rolling in making big trades ahead of the Nov. 10 deadline as they traded a 2027 third-round draft pick and a 2028 fifth-round draft pick to the Indianapolis Colts for guard Quenton Nelson. Nonetheless, given that the Seahawks are in a competitive division […] The post Seahawks Issued Trade Deadline Take Amid Jonathan Taylor Speculation appeared first on HEAVY.
Miami Dade College-School of Health Sciences: Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program to Meet Workforce Needs - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Dr. Ron Winston, Dean of the School of Health Sciences Miami Dade College (MDC), through its renowned School of Health Sciences, has launched a new Florida Department of Education-approved Bachelor […]
Miami Dade College-School of Health Sciences: Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program to Meet Workforce Needs - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Dr. Ron Winston, Dean of the School of Health Sciences Miami Dade College (MDC), through its renowned School of Health Sciences, has launched a new Florida Department of Education-approved Bachelor […]
Washington 17 Nebraska 10 – Someone Needs to Be Fired
I’m writing this from my sister’s bathroom in Lincoln. It’s a much nicer bathroom than mine. It’s also the only quiet place I could find after Nebraska vs Washington, a 17-10 loss that was bad enough that somebody should lose their job over it. The rest of the day was good. I saw old friends […]
Where to watch Steelers vs. Browns today: Channel, live stream, time, TV schedule for Week 8 NFL game
First place in the AFC North is on the line as Pittsburgh hosts Cleveland. Here's when and where to tune in.
Solenn and Erwan Heussaff mourn death of father Louis
Solenn and Erwan Heussaff pay tribute to their father, Louis Paul Heussaff, following his death on October 31 after living with dementia for several years.
Anfernee Simons hits bench scoring mark not seen since 2024
The Philadelphia 76ers might have added star power this offseason, but to win a championship, they’re going to need consistent depth and production from their role players. To that end, the 76ers have gotten strong bench play from Anfernee Simons, who reached a big mark in NBA history during the team’s win against the Charlotte Hornets, as per Kris […] The post Anfernee Simons hits bench scoring mark not seen since 2024 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The mystery surrounding death of Botticelli's muse solved by science after more than five centuries
Simonetta Vespucci, the legendary model of the 15th-century Florentine artist, did not die of tuberculosis, as historians had believed. By studying the painter's works, scientists have reached a new conclusion regarding the cause of her death at age 23.
Scientists use sound waves to deliver a new attack on deadly brain cancer
Scientists at the University of Virginia have developed a promising new strategy to fight glioblastoma, one of the deadliest and most difficult-to-treat forms of brain cancer. Their experimental approach combines focused ultrasound, tiny nanoparticles, and genetic molecules called microRNAs to attack multiple cancer-driving genes simultaneously.
Business Owners Have a Window. Most Aren't Ready to Use It. by Tully Ryan
I spend my working life on both sides of a business sale. As an M&A advisor based in Wilmington, I help lower middle market owners across North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia sell what they've built. As the founder and CEO of IQExit, I work with the bankers, wealth advisors, CPAs and attorneys who sit beside those owners for years before a sale ever comes up. From both seats, I keep seeing the same thing. The market is ready for our owners. Too many of our owners aren't ready for the market. Start with our own backyard. Wilmington's metro area added more than 12,000 residents between July 2024 and July 2025, a 2.6% jump that ranked seventh in the country. It also posted the highest job growth rate of any metro in North Carolina. I see the same pattern in the growth markets I work in across the Southeast. New residents mean new customers and new workers. They also mean new buyers: people who moved here from corporate jobs and want to own something, private equity groups looking for add-ons in HVAC, electrical, landscaping and other trade services, and younger entrepreneurs who would rather buy a running business than start one from scratch. The ownership numbers are hard to ignore. About half of North Carolina's small businesses have an owner who is 55 or older, and roughly 85% of those owners have no succession plan, according to the North Carolina Employee Ownership Center. Nationally, more than half of Baby Boomer business owners have no documented transition plan. That isn't a crisis yet. It's a timing problem. A lot of businesses will change hands over the next decade, and the prepared ones will get the better buyers and the better terms. Buyers have money and they're using it. But an active market doesn't mean a fast one. The IBBA's latest Market Pulse survey found that Main Street deals took six to 10 months from engagement to close in the second quarter, and lower middle market deals took 11 to 12 months. That clock starts after the owner decides to sell. In my experience, the real preparation has to start years before. Two clocks, two playbooks When I sit down with an owner or their advisor, my first question isn't “What's it worth?” It's “When?” The answer puts the owner in one of two groups. If the owner wants out within 24 months, we're in execution mode. There's no time to rebuild the business. The work is cleaning up what a buyer will test: three years of financials that tie to the tax returns, an add-back schedule you can prove, customer and vendor contracts in writing, a lease that can be assigned, and a price the market will actually pay. The goal is certainty to close. If the exit is two to five years away, the owner has something worth more than time. They have choices. That window is where most value gets built, and most owners waste it by waiting. What kills deals In the lower middle market, deals rarely die over the headline price. They die in diligence, or they get retraded late in the process. I see the same causes again and again. The owner is the business. If every key customer relationship runs through the owner's cell phone, a buyer sees risk and a lender sees more of it. The books don't hold up. Buyers spot weak accounting fast. Statements that get revised mid-process, a revolving door in the bookkeeper's chair, revenue tracked on a side spreadsheet, and margins that slip while sales climb with no clear reason all make a buyer nervous. So does an owner who pushes back when asked for documents. And plenty of private owners run personal expenses through the company. Add-backs are normal. Add-backs you can't document turn into a lower offer. The real estate isn't sorted out. Many owners hold their building in a separate LLC. That's fine, but the lease terms or the property sale should be settled before a buyer shows up, not halfway through diligence. Revenue sits in too few hands. Picture a contractor with 40% of its work coming from one builder, or a service company running on handshake deals. Buyers will still look, but the terms shift toward more seller financing, an earnout, or less cash at closing. Owners and advisors: if your exit is three to five years out • Get a baseline now. Find out where the business really stands today: what a buyer would pay, who that buyer is likely to be, and which gaps would hurt you in diligence. You can't fix what you haven't measured, and the answer is often different from what the owner expects. • Make yourself less necessary. Spend the next few years building a manager or small team that can run daily operations and own customer relationships. Put handshake deals into written contracts. A business that runs without its owner is worth more and is far easier to finance. • Clean the books for three straight years. Buyers and lenders look back at least three years. Separate personal expenses, keep the financials tied to the tax returns, track every add-back as you go, and settle the real estate plan early. A word to CPAs CPAs often see a sale coming before anyone else, and you're usually the most trusted voice an owner has. Year-end meetings are the right time to start this conversation. Here's what I'd ask every CPA to do this season with business owner clients over 55: • Ask the timing question. “Do you see yourself owning this business in five years? If not, who takes it over?” Write down the answer and bring it up again at next year's meeting. • Run a proof of cash and review revenue recognition. Make sure the cash in the bank ties to the revenue on the books. Pay close attention to contractors with work in progress and to companies selling memberships or service plans. These issues are easy to fix with years of lead time and painful to fix a month before closing. • Pair the tax return with an exit readiness review. Invite clients to complete IQExit's Exit Readiness Intelligence (ERI) process as part of year-end planning. It gives you and the client a shared picture of readiness gaps and an indicative value range, and the results come back to you as the advisor. That turns a tax meeting into a planning relationship, and it puts you in position to bring in tax and M&A help early, when choices like purchase price allocation can still save the client real money. Changing the conversation For bankers, wealth advisors and attorneys, the hard part is raising the subject without seeming to nudge a client toward the door. I understand that. Nobody wants to tell a 60-year-old owner it's time to sell. So don't. Ask a different question: “If a buyer called tomorrow, what would they find?” That's a planning question, not a pitch, and it's useful whether the exit is two years out or 15. It's the question we built IQExit to help advisors answer. Whether you're in Wilmington, Raleigh, Charleston, Richmond or anywhere else, owners have a real opening right now. The buyers are out there and so is the capital. The owners who come out ahead will be the ones who start getting ready before they're ready to sell.
Zendaya channels Halle Berry with risqué recreation for Halloween
Zendaya's Halloween look is turning heads.
Casa Grande shooting leaves 1 dead, 1 injured after fight outside businesses
A 49-year-old man died and another was injured following a three-man altercation along East Florence Boulevard in Casa Grande. A 40-year-old suspect is in custody.
Bengals suggested as surprise fit ahead of NFL trade deadline
Would the Bengals make this move if it became available?
USC vs Ohio State live updates: highlights, predictions, analysis
Is this Lincoln Riley's last stand at USC? Follow along as we live-blog the Trojans against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the Coliseum:
The AI Era: Will We Solve For The Rural Healthcare Crisis?
As AI in Healthcare becomes more integrated, will rural areas be left behind?
CBS Sports Identifies Ravens' Biggest Need Ahead of NFL Trade Deadline
WVB vs. Siena
Scientists Discover How Dead Stars Could Break One of Physics’ Most Famous Limits
New simulations suggest that powerful internal magnetic fields could allow some white dwarfs to grow far beyond a long-established stellar mass limit. New research suggests that some white dwarfs, the incredibly dense remnants of dead stars, could grow far heavier than a fundamental limit in astrophysics predicts. Computer simulations show that powerful internal magnetic fields
FBI visits Dan J. Sullivan donor in candidate's hometown as Alaska Senate inquiry widens
An Anchorage-based FBI agent visited a boat dealership in Petersburg, a small fishing community accessible only by air or water where the candidate lives.
Drayk Bowen suffers 'significant' injury, dealing Notre Dame major blow
Notre Dame captain Drayk Bowen suffered a significant ankle injury vs. Navy and is likely out for the rest of the regular season.
Is Rudy Gobert playing tonight? Timberwolves vs. Spurs injury report
The Minnesota Timberwolves are set to play the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday night. The Timberwolves are already without Anthony Edwards due to his knee injury , but will Rudy Gobert be available tonight vs. the Spurs? Gobert is dealing with low back spasms. Here’s everything we know about his injury status for tonight’s game vs. the Spurs. Rudy […] The post Is Rudy Gobert playing tonight? Timberwolves vs. Spurs injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Maresca's big test is to address mounting Man City issues
Enzo Maresca enjoyed a flawless start as Manchester City manager, winning his first seven Premier League games in charge, but the honeymoon period is now over.
Congo's Ebola deaths top 5,000 as fear of continent-wide spread mounts
Deaths in Congo's Ebola outbreak have topped 5,000 as the disease spreads relentlessly.
Mary J. Blige Inks Catalog Deal, No. 1 Hit "Family Affair" Included
The financial aspects of the deal were not immediately confirmed.
Reacts Survey Results: The Jaguars (Still) Need Pass Rush Depth
Jacksonville has 10 more days to bring in defensive reinforcements before the 2026 NFL trade deadline.
Report: Steelers Star Getting Trade Deadline Interest
As the NFL trade deadline approaches in less than two weeks, a Pittsburgh Steelers fan favorite has been rumored to […]
Netanyahu, Eisenkot must reach a deal to end Israel's political deadlock
Eisenkot, Bennett, Liberman, Lapid and, yes, even Golan, must reconsider their refusal to serve in a Netanyahu government. The PM should accept an arrangement that includes his retirement.
Biggest questions after reading 'A Court of Splintered Harmony'
Sarah J. Maas' "A Court of Splintered Harmony" is part one of a four-part story. It left readers wondering about Nesta's future and Azriel's shadows.
PENN Entertainment (PENN) Faces An Earnings Test, Is A 35% Discount Enough?
Wall Street is looking for higher earnings and revenue when PENN Entertainment (PENN) posts September quarter results on November 5, even as a negative Earnings ESP hints at softening sentiment around the upcoming report. PENN Entertainment has seen a quick rebound in recent weeks, with a 7-day share price return of 9.66% and a 30-day gain of 8.53%, following a 90-day share price decline of 22.55% and a 1-year total shareholder return that is down 3.40%. Spot fresh momentum ideas around PENN...
New Android SMS of Death exploit can remotely crash unpatched phones
A security researcher has released a proof-of-concept exploit for a recently patched Android vulnerability, dubbed "SMS of Death" and tracked as CVE-2026-58882, that lets attackers remotely disrupt cellular service or crash phones by sending a specially crafted text message.
NFL rumors: Jaguars could trade Brian Thomas Jr. after benching
With the Jacksonville Jaguars once again fighting for a spot in the NFL Playoffs this season, the team is looking at ways to improve the roster. Jacksonville could be trading wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. before the league’s trade deadline, according to a new report. “The Jaguars have been fending off trade interest in WR Brian Thomas Jr. for over […] The post NFL rumors: Jaguars could trade Brian Thomas Jr. after benching appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Congo's Ebola deaths top 5,000 as fear of continent-wide spread mounts
Data from the Congolese Ministry of Health showed that the disease has killed 5,026 people out of 10,351 infected, at a nearly 50% lethality rate.
More than 5,000 die from Ebola in DR Congo's deadliest outbreak
Government data shows that more than 10,000 people have contracted the rare virus.
Pope Leo tells Villanova and Notre Dame basketball teams he is neutral. Prevost has other ideas
Pope Leo told the basketball teams from Villanova and Notre Dame that in matters of sport, the pontiff is neutral. Then the pope, who was born Robert Prevost, said his former self might disagree.
One Dead, Two Stabbed During Early Morning Altercation At Waldorf Business Park
One person died and two others were reportedly stabbed during an early morning altercation at 2570 Business Park Drive in Waldorf on Oct. 31.
New York Giants Get New Maxx Crosby Trade Report
The New York Giants enter their bye week at 4-2-1 as leaders of the NFC East. Despite losing their starting quarterback Jaxson Dart and star pass rusher Brian Burns to season-ending injuries, the Giants have rallied and positioned themselves to be buyers at the trade deadline.While the expectation is that New York will aim for […] The post New York Giants Get New Maxx Crosby Trade Report appeared first on HEAVY.
Wild clearance deal lands on base M5 MacBook Pro at $650 off, now just $1,350
The new M6 MacBook Pro, M6 iMac, and MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display are now available for pre-order, but...
Starmer says UK must get closer to Europe as US relationship changes
Shift in dealings with Washington not likely to reset once Trump leaves Oval Office, former PM says