Morrell D. Johnson received a 262-month prison sentence for sex trafficking and other crimes. The conviction was the result of a multi-agency effort, highlighting the importance of survivor testimony.

Nevada’s Super Bowl handle fell nearly 12% to $133.8M, the smallest in a decade as sportsbooks’ profits cooled amid a quieter Vegas weekend and rising prediction‑market activity.

Global Cellulose Fibers will keep its headquarters in Memphis after being sold to American Industrial Partners, preserving local corporate jobs.

Converse staff were told to work from home as Nike prepares a brand reorganization that could include layoffs. The move follows recent distribution cuts and weak Converse sales.

Cleveland‑Cliffs shares plunged after a weak 2025 left the steelmaker with large losses. Management says conditions have begun to improve, and it set modest 2026 targets.

Western Pennsylvania logged 231 commercial bankruptcies in 2025, a small dip from 2024 — but the chapter mix and liquidations show local small businesses remain under pressure.

Two Massachusetts cinemas, Showcase Cinema de Lux Randolph and Foxborough, will permanently close on February 22, as announced on the Showcase Cinemas website.

Kevin Hart has taken an ownership role at Charlotte‑born Burn Boot Camp as the franchise targets roughly 150 new locations in 2026. The tie‑up comes as the chain moves to scale nationally.

Alden says it will pay more than other suitors to buy the employee‑owned Daily Herald; Paddock's Jan. 6 notice opens a 120‑day review window.

Arete founder Joshua D. Rogers will move to executive chairman as David Levine takes over as CEO, joining new senior hires amid strong 2025 results and an active SEC case.

Lowe's confirmed a new opening date for its first Celina store — a roughly 124,000‑sq‑ft outlet at 3540 S. Preston Road that had been delayed by winter weather.

Schlitterbahn New Braunfels is recruiting roughly 2,200 seasonal workers for 2026, offering paid training, perks and a mid‑February virtual hiring week.

Schlitterbahn Galveston is hiring about 1,000 seasonal and part‑time workers for its May 2, 2026 season opener. Applications are being handled through the park’s online portal and roles are open to applicants 15 and older.