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Condensed Matter > Soft Condensed Matter
Medium-range order (MRO) is an important feature of amorphous materials, but its nature in terms of atomic arrangement has remained elusive. Here, using large-scale machine-learning-driven atomistic simulations of amorphous silicon, we probe the MRO of this archetypal network glass.
Moline to acquire RiverStation Building in downtown
Moline agreed Tuesday to enter into an agreement with Kaizen Company of America and RiverStation on Bass Street for the acquisition of the 42,000-square-foot RiverStation Building for $1.65 million. Existing tenants will remain in place and continue operating under their current lease agreements, according to the city. The commercial retail and office building located at 1601 River Drive in downtown Moline was built by Kaizen in 2005 at a total development cost of $7.2 million.
Moline to acquire RiverStation Building in downtown
Moline agreed Tuesday to enter into an agreement with Kaizen Company of America and RiverStation on Bass Street for the acquisition of the 42,000-square-foot RiverStation Building for $1.65 million. kAmtI:DE:?8 E6?2?ED H:== C6>2:? :? A=246 2?5 4@?E:?F6 @A6C2E:?8 F?56C E96:C 4FCC6?E =62D6 28C66>6?ED[ 244@C5:?8 E@ E96 4:EJ]k^Am kAm%96 4@>>6C4:2= C6E2:= 2?5 @77:46 3F:=5:?8 =@42E65 2E `e_` #:G6C sC:G6 :? 5@H?E@H? |@=:?6 H2D 3F:=E 3J z2:K6? :?
Moline moves forward on city solar farm, expects to save on energy costs Original
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Moline to acquire RiverStation Building in downtown
Moline agreed Tuesday to enter into an agreement with Kaizen Company of America and RiverStation on Bass Street for the acquisition of the 42,000-square-foot RiverStation Building for $1.65 million. kAmtI:DE:?8 E6?2?ED H:== C6>2:? :? A=246 2?5 4@?E:?F6 @A6C2E:?8 F?56C E96:C 4FCC6?E =62D6 28C66>6?ED[ 244@C5:?8 E@ E96 4:EJ]k^Am kAm%96 4@>>6C4:2= C6E2:= 2?5 @77:46 3F:=5:?8 =@42E65 2E `e_` #:G6C sC:G6 :? 5@H?E@H? |@=:?6 H2D 3F:=E 3J z2:K6? :?
Moline to acquire RiverStation Building in downtown
Moline agreed Tuesday to enter into an agreement with Kaizen Company of America and RiverStation on Bass Street for the acquisition of the 42,000-square-foot RiverStation Building for $1.65 million. kAmtI:DE:?8 E6?2?ED H:== C6>2:? :? A=246 2?5 4@?E:?F6 @A6C2E:?8 F?56C E96:C 4FCC6?E =62D6 28C66>6?ED[ 244@C5:?8 E@ E96 4:EJ]k^Am kAm%96 4@>>6C4:2= C6E2:= 2?5 @77:46 3F:=5:?8 =@42E65 2E `e_` #:G6C sC:G6 :? 5@H?E@H? |@=:?6 H2D 3F:=E 3J z2:K6? :?
Nashville HBCU Fisk University Launches $900M Campus Transformation — With a Data Center
Fisk University President Agenia Clark on Thursday announced a $900 million plan to remake the historically Black university's North Nashville campus, complete with a 100,000-square-foot data and technology center. Details remain limited as the 160-year-old university, once home to civil rights luminaries like John Lewis and Ida B. Wells, embarks on the project, dubbed Quantum Leap.
Nashville HBCU Fisk University launches $900M campus transformation — with a data center
Fisk University President Agenia Clark on Thursday announced a $900 million plan to remake the historically Black university's North Nashville campus, complete with a 100,000-square-foot data and technology center. Details remain limited as the 160-year-old university, once home to civil rights luminaries like John Lewis and Ida B. Wells, embarks on the project, dubbed Quantum Leap.
Nashville HBCU Fisk University Launches $900M Campus Transformation
Fisk University President Agenia Clark on Thursday announced a $900 million plan to remake the historically Black university's North Nashville campus, complete with a 100,000-square-foot data and technology center. Details remain limited as the 160-year-old university, once home to civil rights luminaries like John Lewis and Ida B. Wells, embarks on the project, dubbed Quantum Leap.
Nashville HBCU Fisk University Launches $900M Campus Transformation — With a Data Center
Fisk University President Agenia Clark on Thursday announced a $900 million plan to remake the historically Black university’s North Nashville campus, complete with a 100,000-square-foot data and technology center.
Nashville HBCU Fisk University Launches $900M Campus Transformation — With a Data Center
Fisk University President Agenia Clark on Thursday announced a $900 million plan to remake the historically Black university’s North Nashville campus, complete with a 100,000-square-foot data and technology center. Details remain limited as the 160-year-old university, once home to civil rights luminaries like John Lewis and Ida B. Wells, embarks on the project, dubbed Quantum Leap.
Nashville HBCU Fisk University Launches $900M Campus Transformation — With a Data Center
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Nashville HBCU Fisk University Launches $900M Campus Transformation — With a Data Center
Fisk University President Agenia Clark on Thursday announced a $900 million plan to remake the historically Black university’s North Nashville campus, complete with a 100,000-square-foot data and technology center. kAms6E2:=D C6>2:? =:>:E65 2D E96 `e_\J62C\@=5 F?:G6CD:EJ[ @?46 9@>6 E@ 4:G:= C:89ED =F>:?2C:6D =:<6 y@9? {6H:D 2?5 x52 q] (6==D[ 6>32C<D @? E96 AC@;64E[ 5F3365 "F2?EF> {62A] u:D< A=2?D E@ C6?@G2E6 E9C66 C6D:56?46 92==D 2?5 3F:=5 2E =62DE 7:G6 >2;@C AC@;64EDi E96 52E2 46?E6C[ 2?
Columbia Mayor Chaz Molder kicks off campaign against Andy Ogles
U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles got an opponent from his own backyard as Columbia Mayor Chaz Molder on Thursday launched his campaign for the Democratic nomination in a bid to unseat the Republican. Prior to running for Congress, Ogles was mayor of Maury County, where the county seat is Columbia. Ogles and Molder were both first elected mayors of the linked communities in 2018. "Being a mayor provides a front-row perspective to the needs and the challenges that our communities face," Molder said.
Caterpillar invests $90 million in Texas
Caterpillar, Irving, Texas, is investing $90 million to prepare its facilities in Schertz and Seguin, Texas, to produce the all-new Cat® C13D industrial engine. The investment will create 25 jobs at Schertz starting in 2026, according to the company. “We appreciate the support from the local community as we prepare our Seguin and Schertz facilities to produce the C13D engine,” said Mark Stratton, vice president and general manager of Caterpillar’s Industrial Power Systems — Large Engines.
Carolina Handling named 2024 Raymond Dealer of Distinction
For the 33rd year in a row, Carolina Handling, Charlotte, N.C., has been named a Dealer of Distinction (DOD) by The Raymond Corp., a global provider of material handling equipment and intelligent intralogistics solutions. The DOD award is given annually to top performers among Raymond Solutions and Support Centers throughout North America.
Cooper Equipment Rentals acquires Action Equipment Rentals
Cooper Equipment Rentals, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, has acquired Action Equipment Rentals, Red Deer, Alberta, Canada. Action Equipment Rentals was formed in 1991 by Reginald Bloomfield and his father Ray Bloomfield in Sundre, Alberta, to serve the central Alberta market. The company opened a second location in Red Deer about a year later.
Atlas Copco Group acquires Zahroof Valves
Atlas Copco Group, Nacka, Sweden, has acquired Zahroof Valves, headquartered in Houston. Zahroof Valves designs, services and assembles reciprocating compression valve technology. Founded in 2010, Zahroof Valves has 44 employees. The valve technology provided by the company is used to reduce emissions and increase energy efficiency for customers in the oil and gas and petrochemical industry by avoiding unplanned interruptions, an Atlas Copco Group news release said.
United Rentals to acquire Yak Access for $1.1 billion
United Rentals, Stamford, Conn., has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Yak Access, Yak Mat and New South Access & Environmental Solutions (collectively “Yak”), Hattiesburg, Miss., from Platinum Equity for approximately $1.1 billion in cash. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2024, subject to limited contractual conditions.
Caterpillar Safety Services launches new programs
Caterpillar Safety Services, a part of Caterpillar, Irving, Texas, recently launched two updates to its programs contributing to resilient safety cultures: an updated safety perception survey and a program focused on human and organizational performance. Caterpillar Safety Services is in its 50th year of operations. Safety perception survey The Caterpillar Safety Services Safety Perception Survey analyzes an organization’s safety culture.
John Deere sponsors women in construction docuseries
In conjunction with the celebration of National Women in Construction Week and International Women’s Day, John Deere Construction & Forestry is providing a $125,000 sponsorship of the “Women at Work: Breaking Barriers” docuseries by a non-profit organization. Produced by Jennifer Todd, president, LMS General Contractors and founder of A Greener Tomorrow, the series aims to inspire the next generation of tradeswomen and support the current workforce of women in construction.
Gun control advocate Shaundelle Brooks moves toward House run
Shaundelle Brooks, a local gun control advocate whose son Akilah DaSilva was killed in the 2018 Waffle House shooting, is making her bid for state House official. She appointed a campaign treasurer this week, according to state records. Brooks had previously expressed interest in running in District 60, where Rep. Darren Jernigan is not seeking reelection. Brooks could face financial adviser Tim Jester in the August Democratic primary.
6th Circuit's Stranch reportedly heads toward retirement
Nashville's Jane Branstetter Stranch, a judge on the U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals, is planning to take "senior status," according to a Reuters report. Her decision to take a step back from full-time service on the Cincinnati-based court would give President Joe Biden a vacancy on the appeals bench that handles cases in Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio and Michigan. Stranch was formerly a managing partner of law firm Branstetter Stranch & Jennings.
John Deere partners with SpaceX to expand rural connectivity
John Deere, Moline, Ill., has entered into an agreement with SpaceX, Hawthorne, Calif., to provide satellite communications (SATCOM) service to farmers. Utilizing the Starlink network, the solution will allow farmers facing rural connectivity challenges to fully leverage precision agriculture technologies, the company said. “The value of connectivity to farmers is broader than any single task or action.
Carolina Handling approved as DOD SkillBridge partner
Carolina Handling, Charlotte, N.C., has been approved by the U.S. Department of Defense as a DOD SkillBridge Authorized Organization to provide job training opportunities for military service members transitioning to the civilian workforce.
Mayor's office announces more director-level hires
Mayor Freddie O'Connell on Friday announced two more director-level hires as his new administration continues to grow. Watechia Lawless is joining the mayor's office as director of child and youth initiatives. For the past year-and-a-half, Lawless has been a community superintendent for Hamilton County Schools.
Fecon acquires Stumper Industries
Fecon, Lebanon, Ohio, a global manufacturer of heavy-duty site preparation attachments and forestry accessories, recently acquired Stumper Industries, Calumet, Mich., a manufacturer of stump grinder attachments for mini and standard skid steers and compact track loaders, excavators and tractor applications. The acquisition expands the landscaping and land maintenance solutions Fecon offers in the forestry mulching and vegetation management industries, the company says.
United Rentals selected as one of America’s best managed companies
United Rentals, Stamford, Conn., was selected as one of the U.S. Best Managed Companies in the Drucker Institute’s annual Management Top 250 ranking. The award, presented by The Wall Street Journal, recognizes well-run companies that deliver value to customers, employees and investors. The Management Top 250 measures corporate effectiveness by evaluating five categories: customer satisfaction, employee engagement and development, innovation, social responsibility and financial strength.
Latest admin hires include ex-codes director, Metro councilmember
Former Metro Codes Department Director Bill Herbert is returning to the role after a stint in the private sector, Mayor Freddie O'Connell announced Friday. Herbert, formerly Metro zoning administrator, ran the Metro Codes Department from 2018 to 2022, when he joined law firm Thompson Burton as a partner working on land use matters. Byron Hall has served as interim director of the department and has been promoted to deputy director, O'Connell said. Herbert will return to Metro in February.
Lawsuit: Comptroller forced employee to quit after gender transition
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Lawsuit: Comptroller forced employee to quit after gender transition
A former employee of the Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury is alleging that leaders in the state office forced her to resign the day after she informed them that she was changing her name and preferred pronouns as part of a gender transition. According to a lawsuit filed in federal court on Monday, Arietty Brush worked as a field staff auditor for the comptroller for more than 14 years until January 2022.
Supreme Court again presses pause on new Senate map order
The Tennessee Supreme Court is again delaying a lower court's order requiring the Tennessee General Assembly to redraw its Senate map. After the 2020 census, the legislature ignored a state constitution provision requiring that Senate districts within a county be consecutively numbered (so as to stagger senators' terms within a county), leaving Davidson County with all or part of districts 17, 19, 20 and 21.
John Deere Foundation celebrates 75th anniversary
The John Deere Foundation is celebrating 75 years of supporting families who live, work and learn in John Deere home communities and around the world. With more than $400 million in giving since its inception in 1948, the Foundation has strengthened the work of thousands of non-profit organizations that create long-lasting impact on the lives of others.
State plans appeal of Nashville airport ruling
The state of Tennessee plans to appeal a three-judge panel's ruling that a new state takeover of the Metro Nashville Airport Authority is unconstitutional. The Tennessee General Assembly earlier this year passed a law giving state leaders most of the appointments to the board, which oversees Nashville International Airport. Previously, Nashville's mayor has appointed the board members.
Caterpillar to develop hydrogen-hybrid power solution
Caterpillar, Irving, Texas, has launched a three-year program to demonstrate an advanced hydrogen-hybrid power solution built on its new Cat® C13D engine platform. Starting in the first quarter of 2024, Caterpillar will develop a transient-capable system for off-highway applications.
O'Connell's transition committees offer policy recommendations
Nearly two months into his mayoral term, Mayor Freddie O'Connell on Tuesday released recommendations from his three transition committees. The groups presented their policy briefs at a public meeting at the downtown library. This committee, focused on development, the East Bank and neighborhoods, was made up of David Esquivel, Adolpho Birch, Jacky Gomez, Robert Higgins, Mike Hodge, Clay Richards, Wesley Smith and Kinika Young.
Sullair changes name to Hitachi Global Air Power
Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems (HIES), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hitachi, Ibaraki, Japan, has established Hitachi Global Air Power, Michigan City, Ind., a new company bringing together its global compressed air business.
Republicans push for teenagers as young as 14 to work in restaurants, industrial jobs
Stephen Elliott Stateline April 18, 2023Updated April 19, 2023, 12:51 p.m. ET NASHVILLE, Tenn. – In the past two years, lawmakers in at least 11 states have sought to loosen child labor laws to help employers fill empty jobs, even as federal officials and news investigations suggest that many minors working in manufacturing, meatpacking and construction jobs are being exploited or hurt.
Jon-Don acquires Coatings Hub
Jon-Don, Roselle, Ill., a supplier of commercial supplies, equipment, consumables, and know-how to specialty contractors, has acquired Coatings Hub, a California-based concrete coatings distributor with facilities in Santa Ana and Los Angeles. “Coatings Hub has built a reputation for quality and reliability, making them an ideal partner for Jon-Don.
States are learning on the fly about sports betting addiction
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The states that have legalized sports betting are reporting record levels of wagering and revenues, but with that growth comes questions about gambling addiction and whether regulators and sportsbooks are doing enough to fight it. Two dozen states have active online sports betting, and other states are on the verge of joining them.
States are learning on the fly about sports betting addiction
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The states that have legalized sports betting are reporting record levels of wagering and revenues, but with that growth comes questions about gambling addiction and whether regulators and sportsbooks are doing enough to fight it. Two dozen states have active online sports betting, and other states are on the verge of joining them.
States Are Learning on the Fly About Sports Betting Addiction
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — From the Louisiana Illuminator: The states that have legalized sports betting are reporting record levels of wagering and revenues, but with that growth comes questions about gambling addiction and whether regulators and sportsbooks are doing enough to fight it. Two dozen states have active online sports betting, and other states are on the verge of joining them.
As legalized sports betting spreads, states learning how to address problem gambling
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The states that have legalized sports betting are reporting record levels of wagering and revenues, but with that growth comes questions about gambling addiction and whether regulators and sportsbooks are doing enough to fight it. Two dozen states have active online sports betting, and other states are on the verge of joining them.
States are learning on the fly about sports betting addiction
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The states that have legalized sports betting are reporting record levels of wagering and revenues, but with that growth comes questions about gambling addiction and whether regulators and sportsbooks are doing enough to fight it. Two dozen states have active online sports betting, and other states are on the verge of joining them.
States are learning on the fly about sports betting addiction
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The states that have legalized sports betting are reporting record levels of wagering and revenues, but with that growth comes questions about gambling addiction and whether regulators and sportsbooks are doing enough to fight it. Two dozen states have active online sports betting, and other states are on the verge of joining them.
States are learning on the fly about sports betting addiction
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The states that have legalized sports betting are reporting record levels of wagering and revenues, but with that growth comes questions about gambling addiction and whether regulators and sportsbooks are doing enough to fight it. Two dozen states have active online sports betting, and other states are on the verge of joining them.
States Are Learning on the Fly About Sports Betting Addiction
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The states that have legalized sports betting are reporting record levels of wagering and revenues, but with that growth comes questions about gambling addiction and whether regulators and sportsbooks are doing enough to fight it. Two dozen states have active online sports betting, and other states are on the verge of joining them.
Skyjack opens new manufacturing facility
Skyjack, Guelph, Ontario, Canada, opened a new manufacturing facility in Mexico on Jan. 12 in Ramos Arizpe, Mexico. The ceremony was attended by Miguel Angel Riquelme Solis, governor of Coahuila, Jose Maria Morales Padilla, mayor of Ramos Arizpe, Mario Bres Garza, secretary of economy of the state of Coahuila and Ken McDougall, president, Skyjack. Solis and McDougall officially opened the new 200,000 sq. ft.
Mill Creek to close after filing bankruptcy
Local craft brewer Mill Creek Brewing Co. is shutting down and filing for bankruptcy protection after four years in business — the first Nashville-area such business to cease operations since the post 2013 explosion of the local craft beer scene. Founder and CEO Chris Going announced the closure to staff on Friday. “Our board of directors and I worked tirelessly over the past several months to find a solution to keep things moving forward,” Going said in a press release.
The dog in black
Johnny Cash has come to save Telluride from the bedbugs that so irritated Shandoka residents last month. A rat terrier named Johnny Cash, that is. Dennis Kassib came from Summit County to Telluride Thursday with his rat terrier—specially trained to sniff out bedbugs—to search apartments for the irritating critters. Kassib was not at liberty to say which particular apartments he was searching, but at the Oct.
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