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In HelloNation, Government Relations Expert Nicole Rongo of Rochester, New York Explains How Public-Private Partnerships Support Economic Development

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3 hours ago

August 7, 2026

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Aug. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Cities are exploring how public-private partnerships can help local governments expand resources and pursue growth despite tight budgets.

How can cities expand their capacity for economic growth without stretching public budgets too thin? A HelloNation article explains that a HelloNation article explores how public-private partnerships can help municipalities address funding gaps and pursue projects that might otherwise be out of reach.

The article notes that tax incentives, public financing, and infrastructure investment have long served as standard tools for economic development. It explains that many municipal leaders are now looking beyond those traditional methods toward structured collaborations with private companies, universities, and nonprofit organizations.

According to the article, public-private partnerships are not a new idea, but the range and sophistication of these arrangements continue to evolve. Instead of relying on one-time donations or sponsorships, the article describes how communities are building alliances around defined goals, responsibilities, and measurable outcomes.

The article states that limited municipal budgets, combined with growing infrastructure and service demands, make private-sector resources appealing. It explains that private partners can bring capital, technology, specialized knowledge, or operational expertise that complements what a city already has available.

Public trust is presented as a central theme. The article notes that residents need confidence that any partnership serves a legitimate community purpose and appropriately balances public and private interests. Transparency, according to the article, helps protect that trust by clearly defining roles, funding sources, and expected outcomes.

The article also addresses the importance of selecting the right partner. It explains that cities should look for organizations whose expertise aligns with community needs, rather than pursuing partnerships without a clear connection. Due diligence, the article notes, should be applied to potential partners in the same way it would be applied to other vendors or developers.

Measuring impact is another point the article raises. It explains that broad goals like boosting economic activity can be difficult to evaluate without specific benchmarks, such as jobs created, private investment generated, or housing units developed. Regular reporting, the article states, helps both public and private partners track progress and maintain accountability.

The article highlights examples from cities such as Pittsburgh, where partnerships among public agencies, universities, and private companies have supported redevelopment and growth in sectors like robotics and advanced manufacturing. Similar approaches, the article notes, appear in housing development and infrastructure projects, where cities often combine public resources with private investment and expertise.

The article emphasizes that successful public-private partnerships depend less on the size of the investment and more on the clarity of purpose behind it. It explains that communities benefit when they understand what problem a partnership is meant to solve and how success will be measured over time.

As Government Relations Expert Nicole Rongo notes in the article, these partnerships work best when treated as long-term relationships rather than one-time transactions. The article concludes that collaboration between public and private sectors will likely remain an important part of how communities address infrastructure, housing, and workforce challenges going forward.

The Power of Partnership: How Cities and the Private Sector Can Drive Economic Development features insights from Nicole Rongo, Government Relations Expert of Rochester, New York, in HelloNation.

About HelloNation

HelloNation is America’s Good News Network, a premier media platform built on the idea that good news travels faster when real people tell real stories. Through its community-focused digital publications and innovative “edvertising” approach, HelloNation delivers expert-driven, good-news content that informs, inspires, and spotlights the leaders making a meaningful impact in their communities.

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CNO Financial Group to Host Virtual Investor Briefing on Tuesday, September 1, 2026

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21 minutes ago

August 7, 2026

CARMEL, Ind., Aug. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CNO Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: CNO) today announced it will host a virtual investor briefing focused on its Worksite Division and Medicare business on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to approximately 11:15 a.m. Eastern Time.

The briefing will feature presentations on market opportunities, growth strategies and business fundamentals, along with interactive Q&A sessions with Worksite Division President Karen DeToro, Consumer Division President Scott Goldberg, Chief Actuary Jeremy Williams and other members of senior management.

CNO is committed to engaging with investors and other stakeholders to deepen their understanding of our business, strategy and long-term opportunities. This briefing represents the third installment in our investor briefing series, with prior sessions covering the Consumer Division and Investments function, which are available here.

Participate by Webcast
To participate, please register here. The event will also be accessible through the Investors section of our website at ir.CNOinc.com. Participants should register on the website at least 15 minutes before the event begins.

Participate by Replay
A replay of the webcast will be available on the Investors section of our website at ir.CNOinc.com.

About CNO Financial Group
CNO Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: CNO) secures the future of middle-income America. CNO provides life and health insurance, annuities and financial services through our family of brands, including Bankers Life, Colonial Penn, Optavise and Washington National. Our customers work hard to save for the future, and we help protect their health, income and retirement needs with 3.3 million policies and $39.9 billion in total assets. Our 3,200 associates, 5,100 exclusive agents and more than 6,500 independent partner agents guide individuals, families and businesses through a lifetime of financial decisions. For more information, visit CNOinc.com.

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East Side Games Group to Announce Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results

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21 minutes ago

August 7, 2026

VANCOUVER, BC, Aug. 7, 2026 /CNW/ — East Side Games Group (“ESGG” or the “Company”), Canada’s leading free-to-play mobile game group, will release its first quarter ended June 30th, 2026, after market close on Aug 13th. Following the release, the Company will host a conference call to review its performance with the investment community at 2:30 p.m. PT on the same day.

Related earnings release materials can be found in the Investors section of ESGG’s website at https://eastsidegamesgroup.com/investors/financial-information/.

Conference Call Details:

Toll Free Dial-In Number:

(+1) 800 717 1738

Local Dial-In Number:

(+1) 289 514 5100

Conference ID:

07633

A replay will be available by dialing (+1) 888 660-6264 or (+1) 289 819-1325 and entering passcode 07633#.

ABOUT EAST SIDE GAMES GROUP

ESGG is a leader in free-to-play mobile gaming, thrilling players with unforgettable experiences that spark lifelong fandom. Fueled by an entrepreneurial spirit, we are driven by creativity, flawless execution, and a laser-focused growth strategy. We develop and publish both original and licensed IP titles, license our cutting-edge GameKit(s) platforms, and strategically acquire studios or games to expand our family. Headquartered in Vancouver with around 120 talent-dense team members, we operate over a dozen titles under East Side Games (“ESG”) and LDRLY (Technologies) Inc. (“LDRLY”). Together, we’re crafting, launching, and publishing mobile games across our own studios and an extended Game Kit partner network–reaching players on iOS and Android worldwide.

We power our success through in-app purchases (“IAP”)–offering exclusive, game-enhancing virtual items–and in-game advertising. To keep growing, we focus on captivating audiences, keeping them engaged, and unlocking exciting new ways to monetize. We’ll drive this momentum by launching bold new titles, enriching our current lineup, innovating discovery, expanding into fresh markets and exploring new distribution platforms.

Additional information about the Company continues to be available under its legal name, East Side Games Group Inc., at www.sedar.com.

Forward-looking Information

Certain statements in this release are forward-looking statements, which reflect the expectations of management regarding the proposed transactions described herein. Forward-looking statements consist of statements that are not purely historical, including any statements regarding beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions regarding the future. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results, performance or developments to differ materially from those contained in the statements. No assurance can be given that any of the events anticipated by the forward-looking statements will occur or, if they do occur, what benefits the Company will obtain from them. These forward-looking statements reflect management’s current views and are based on certain expectations, estimates and assumptions which may prove to be incorrect. A number of risks and uncertainties could cause our actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements, including factors beyond the Company’s control. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this news release.

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KOWIN Showcases full-line Storage Portfolio at FMS 2026: High-performance Storage Products Drives AI Innovation

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21 minutes ago

August 7, 2026

SAN JOSE, Calif., Aug. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — At FMS 2026 (Future of Memory and Storage), KOWIN showcased its full-line storage portfolio: covering Embedded Storage, SSD, DRAM Module, Removable Storage. The company delivers high-reliability storage solutions for a comprehensive range of AI-powered terminals and industrial devices.

Embedded Storage: KOWIN offers Small PKG. eMMC tailored for AI smart glasses, ePOP for smart watches, and industrial-grade eMMC for rugged industrial control system. These products enable ultra-compact, low-power and long-lasting performance for diverse AI scenarios.

Solid-State Drives (SSDs): High-capacity SSDs are optimized for Mini PCs, supporting fast system booting and instant data access. They ensure stable and efficient AI computing for desktop and edge deployment environments.

DRAM Modules: SODIMM and UDIMM modules that significantly upgrade the computing power of AI laptops and desktops, accelerating AI model training, rendering, and multitasking.

Removable Storage: microSD cards and USB flash drives that meet the needs for portable storage and fast data transfer, ideal for AI data logging, field updates, and content transfer.

With this premium storage lineup, KOWIN effectively covers AI wearables, AI PCs, and industrial control systems, driving performance and reliability to facilitate global AI industry growth. KOWIN’s participation at FMS 2026 reaffirmed its commitment to providing ultra-reliable and innovative storage solutions that drives the intelligent world.

About KOWIN

KOWIN specializes in the research, design, and sales of embedded storage, memory modules, and Removable Storage. The company’s product portfolio spans eMMC, eMCP, ePOP, nMCP, UFS, LPDDR, DDR, SSD, portable SSD, DRAM Modules, Memory cards, and USB flash drives. These products are widely adopted across smart terminals, smart home, smart wearables, AI devices, IoT, network communication equipment, industrial control system, and smart learning / education, smart surveillance applications.

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