“A dedicated and passionate supporter of Marion’s downtown, Walt embodies the spirit of community service through his tireless contributions and leadership.”
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McDowell Tech is growing, but aging buildings remain a concern. Leaders shared the latest during Old Fort’s meeting Monday.
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Today, Morgan works at Moderna, a biotechnology company known for developing mRNA-based medicines.
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This advisory will remain in effect until further notice.
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“We support local nonprofits working in food sustainability, environmental conservation, water resilience, agriculture, poverty alleviation and community well-being,” reads a statement from the GOAT Collaborative.
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Among the most significant gains will come from the cardboard baler, which is expected to reduce cardboard hauling trips from about 156 per year to 17.
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“This award validates the tireless effort our nurses put into every shift to ensure our community receives high-quality, patient-centered care."
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