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National University Announces Dr. John Cicero as Provost

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Friday, March 24, 2023

SAN DIEGO, March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National University (NU), a nonprofit university committed to innovating around access and success for adult learners, recently announced that Dr. John Cicero will serve as the permanent provost and chief academic officer. In this role, Dr. Cicero will oversee the upcoming expansion of our academic programs which will focus on providing career-relevant certificates and degrees that will prepare our students for the jobs of today and the future. His extensive technical experience will position Dr. Cicero to guide the implementation of new technologies into the learning space in a way that enhances learning while maximizing the benefits of person-to-person interactions and mentoring.

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  • SAN DIEGO, March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National University (NU), a nonprofit university committed to innovating around access and success for adult learners, recently announced that Dr. John Cicero will serve as the permanent provost and chief academic officer.
  • Upon entering academic administration, Dr. Cicero first served as dean of the College of Business, Benedictine University in Lisle (1999-2005) and acting dean, the School of Education, Benedictine University in Lisle (2004-2005).
  • "This is an exciting time at National University, as we work to expand our academic programs and prepare our students for future careers."
  • Visit the National University website at NU.edu to learn more about NU's new possibilities in education including next-generation education, value-rich education, and whole human education.

Vital Farms Recognized by Built In Austin as a “Best Place To Work” for Second Consecutive Year

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Thursday, January 6, 2022

There is so much to love about the people-first culture we foster at Vital Farms, says Russell Diez-Canseco, President and CEO, Vital Farms.

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  • There is so much to love about the people-first culture we foster at Vital Farms, says Russell Diez-Canseco, President and CEO, Vital Farms.
  • We thank Built In for recognizing Vital Farms as a Best Midsize Company in Austin and look forward to creating even more high-quality jobs in Austin and beyond.
  • In the past year, Vital Farms welcomed 175 new crew members across the country including two senior leadership crew members.
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    Built Ins esteemed Best Places to Work Awards, now in its fourth year, honor companies across numerous categories: 100 Best Places to Work, 50 Best Small Places to Work, 100 Best Midsize Places to Work, 50 Companies with the Best Benefits and 50 Best Paying Companies, 100 Best Large Companies to Work For, and 50 Best Remote-First Places to Work.

Village Super Market, Inc. Reports Results for the First Quarter Ended October 30, 2021

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Wednesday, December 8, 2021

SPRINGFIELD, N.J., Dec. 08, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Village Super Market, Inc. (NASDAQ:VLGEA) (the "Company" or "Village") today reported its results of operations for the first quarter ended October30, 2021.

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  • SPRINGFIELD, N.J., Dec. 08, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Village Super Market, Inc. (NASDAQ:VLGEA) (the "Company" or "Village") today reported its results of operations for the first quarter ended October30, 2021.
  • Sales increased due to an increase in same store sales of 2.3% partially offset by the closure of the Silver Spring, Maryland store in February 2021.
  • New stores and replacement stores are included in same store sales in the quarter after the store has been in operation for four full quarters.
  • Operating and administrative expense as a percentage of sales decreased to 24.54% in the 13 weeks ended October30, 2021 compared to 25.37% in the 13 weeks ended October24, 2020.

Great Southern Bancorp, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter 2021 Preliminary Earnings Release Date and Conference Call

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Monday, December 6, 2021

SPRINGFIELD, Mo., Dec. 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Great Southern Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ:GSBC), the holding company for Great Southern Bank, expects to report fourth quarter 2021 preliminary earnings after the market closes on Monday, January 24, 2022, and host a conference call on Tuesday, January 25, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time (3:00 p.m. Eastern Time).

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  • SPRINGFIELD, Mo., Dec. 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Great Southern Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ:GSBC), the holding company for Great Southern Bank, expects to report fourth quarter 2021 preliminary earnings after the market closes on Monday, January 24, 2022, and host a conference call on Tuesday, January 25, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time (3:00 p.m. Eastern Time).
  • The Company will notify the public that fourth quarter 2021 results have been issued through a news release and will post the results to the Companys Investor Relations website.
  • With total assets of $5.5 billion, Great Southern offers a broad range of banking services to commercial and consumer customers.
  • Great Southern Bancorp is a public company and its common stock (ticker: GSBC) is listed on the NASDAQ Global Select Market.

Merriam-Webster Announces “Vaccine” as 2021 Word of the Year, and the Complex Reasons Why

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Monday, November 29, 2021

While this may seem like an obvious selection for 2021, the data from the dictionarys website tells a complex story.

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  • While this may seem like an obvious selection for 2021, the data from the dictionarys website tells a complex story.
  • Vaccine lookups increased 600%, and the story is about much more than medicine, says Peter Sokolowski, Merriam-Websters Editor at Large.
  • It was at the center of debates about personal choice, political affiliation, professional regulations, school safety, healthcare inequity, and so much more.
  • The biggest science event of the year quickly became the biggest political debate in our country, and the word at the center of both stories is vaccine.

O’Reilly Automotive, Inc. Appoints Fred Whitfield to Its Board of Directors

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Wednesday, November 17, 2021

SPRINGFIELD, Mo., Nov. 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OReilly Automotive, Inc. (the Company or OReilly) (Nasdaq: ORLY), a leading retailer in the automotive aftermarket industry, today announced the addition of Fred Whitfield to its Board of Directors (the Board), expanding the total number of Board members to 10, with seven members designated as independent directors under the Nasdaq Stock Market rules.

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  • SPRINGFIELD, Mo., Nov. 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OReilly Automotive, Inc. (the Company or OReilly) (Nasdaq: ORLY), a leading retailer in the automotive aftermarket industry, today announced the addition of Fred Whitfield to its Board of Directors (the Board), expanding the total number of Board members to 10, with seven members designated as independent directors under the Nasdaq Stock Market rules.
  • Greg Henslee, Chairman of the Board for the Company, stated, The expansion of the Companys Board with Mr. Whitfields appointment is part of our on-going focus to bolster the strength and diversity of our Board.
  • Fred Whitfield, age 63, has served as President, Vice Chairman, Alternate Governor and Minority Owner of Hornets Sports & Entertainment (HSE) since 2018.
  • Additionally, Mr. Whitfield is the founder of HoopTee Charities, Inc., which supports a number of non-profit organizations and initiatives.

Real Estate Investors Can Now Borrow Up to $1 Million With Zero Down for a Wide Range of Real Estate Investments

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Thursday, November 11, 2021

SPRINGFIELD, Mass., Nov. 11, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HardFunded.com announces a new loan program that allows real estate investors to borrow up to $1 million with zero down.

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  • SPRINGFIELD, Mass., Nov. 11, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HardFunded.com announces a new loan program that allows real estate investors to borrow up to $1 million with zero down.
  • The new zero-down payment program allows borrowers to borrow up to $1 million for a wide range of real investments, including fix andflip, fix to rent, and long-term rentals.
  • According to Mike Sarrage, the CEO of HardFunded.com, "Many successful investors often run into a cash crunch because their capital is tied into other projects.
  • HardFunded.com's new zero-down lending program allows qualified borrowers to finance up to 100% of their real estate investments."

QCR Holdings, Inc. Announces Acquisition of Guaranty Federal Bancshares, Inc.

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Tuesday, November 9, 2021

MOLINE, Ill. and SPRINGFIELD, Mo., Nov. 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- QCR Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: QCRH) (QCR Holdings) and Guaranty Federal Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: GFED) (Guaranty) jointly announced today the signing of a definitive agreement whereby QCR Holdings will acquire Guaranty and merge Guaranty Bank, the banking subsidiary of Guaranty into Springfield First Community Bank (SFC Bank), QCR Holdings Springfield-based charter.

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  • MOLINE, Ill. and SPRINGFIELD, Mo., Nov. 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- QCR Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: QCRH) (QCR Holdings) and Guaranty Federal Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: GFED) (Guaranty) jointly announced today the signing of a definitive agreement whereby QCR Holdings will acquire Guaranty and merge Guaranty Bank, the banking subsidiary of Guaranty into Springfield First Community Bank (SFC Bank), QCR Holdings Springfield-based charter.
  • Guaranty Bank strongly aligns with our culture and our dedication to client service, said Larry Helling, QCR Holdings Chief Executive Officer.
  • Additional information concerning QCR Holdings, Guaranty and their businesses, including additional factors that could materially affect QCR Holdings' and Guarantys financial results, are included in QCR Holdings' and Guaranty filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC").
  • The registration statement will include a proxy statement of Guaranty that also constitutes a prospectus of QCR Holdings, which will be sent to the stockholders of Guaranty.

Paul Mueller Company Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend

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Thursday, November 4, 2021

SPRINGFIELD, Mo., Nov. 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Paul Mueller Company (OTC: MUEL) today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend of 15 cents ($0.15) per share on its outstanding common stock.

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  • SPRINGFIELD, Mo., Nov. 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Paul Mueller Company (OTC: MUEL) today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend of 15 cents ($0.15) per share on its outstanding common stock.
  • The action was taken November 4, 2021 at a special meeting of the Board of Directors.
  • The dividend of 15 cents ($0.15) per share is payable on December 22, 2021 to shareholders of record on November 19, 2021.
  • Press Contact: Ken Jeffries | Paul Mueller Company | Springfield, MO 65802 | (417) 575-9346