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Nov 28 2023
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How Charlie Munger transformed Warren Buffett's investment strategy away from ‘cigar-butt’ investing
Charlie Munger, the right-hand man of Warren Buffett, died Tuesday at the age of 99. Long considered one of Buffet’s closest confidants and Buffett’s reliable No. 2, Munger held the nickname of “The Abominable No-Man” because of the frequency with which he turned down investment ideas he deemed unworthy. But the older man was a renowned investor in his own right, and responsible for shaping
Fortune
Nov 22 2023
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Investing in buildings, businesses and community
Running a small business in Friday Harbor has never been easy, however, a number of businesses closed this fall, a potential red flag that challenges are higher than ever. “There are a number of things at play,” Town of Friday Harbor Administrator Denice Kulseth said. The restaurant and hospitality industries have been heavily impacted by the two-plus years of the Covid-19 pandemic. “I wouldn’
The Journal of the San Juan Islands
Dec 08 2023
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Biden administration announces $143.6 million investment in Pa. rail network
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Joe Biden's administration has announced more than $143.6 million in new funding for the national rail network in Pennsylvania. According to a U.S. Department of Transportation press release, Friday morning's announcement comes as part of a $8.2 billion Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) initiative consisting of 10 rail projects across 9 states identified as "
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Dec 06 2023
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South Carolina treasurer removes Disney from state investment list
South Carolina state Treasurer Curtis Loftis removed the Walt Disney company from the state's investment portfolios earlier this week. According to local media, Loftis made the decision because the company has been becoming more political and more involved in left-leaning activism. "We've been following Disney for years," Loftis said on the Wednesday edition of the "Just the News, No Noise" TV
Just The News
Dec 01 2023
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Minneapolis City Council narrows 'historic investments' in 2024 budget
The Minneapolis City Council continue deliberations on its 2024 city budget, setting its sights on historic investments in community safety, climate change and housing. The Council discussed a total of 49 proposed amendments to Mayor Jacob Frey’s $1.8 billion spedning package on Friday. Of the changes proposed, 47 of the amendments were approved, totaling an additional $30 million, according
Fox9
Dec 08 2023
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Biden administration announces largest passenger rail investment since Amtrak creation
Las Vegas, Nevada — President Biden on Friday is announcing $8.2 billion in new funding for 10 passenger rail projects nationwide, representing the largest federal investment in passenger rail transportation since Amtrak was created in 1971. Mr. Biden's trip to Nevada was originally planned to highlight the $3 billion federal investment in the high-speed rail line from Las Vegas to the greater
CBS News (Online)
Nov 29 2023
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Charlie Munger, 99, was investment titan and University of Michigan donor
ANN ARBOR, MI - Charlie Munger, best known as billionaire Warren Buffett’s investment partner, also has a footprint at University of Michigan. Munger studied mathematics at the Ann Arbor university in the 1940s. His name is also on a pair of graduate residence buildings, including the one built on top of the old Blimpy Burger’s restaurant on South Division Street. The wealthy Wolverine who
MLive.com
Nov 28 2023
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Rhode Island to invest $90 million in funding for affordable housing
Rhode Island is making more than $90 million available for affordable housing funding. The funding will support the development, preservation and operation of affordable housing here in Rhode Island. Thirteen programs will focus on housing for families at or below 80% of the area median income and includes supportive housing for people experiencing homelessness or who may be at risk of
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Nov 17 2023
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NFL Investing Bengals Over Joe Burrow Injury
The NFL will take a look at the Cincinnati Bengals situation prior to their game. PITTSBURGH -- The NFL is beginning their investigation into Pittsburgh Steelers rivals the Cincinnati Bengals over the injury to quarterback Joe Burrow, who suffered a wrist injury in-game but may have been a problem prior to the game. The Bengals' social media posted a video of Burrow walking into the stadium
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Nov 16 2023
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Nucor to expand Tuscaloosa plant with $280 million investment
Nucor Corp. plans to invest $280 million to expand its Tuscaloosa plant, the Tuscaloosa County Economic Development Authority announced Thursday. Nucor, one of the largest steel and steel products producers in the country, will use the $280 million to expand its current offerings and add a new product line to its steel coil and plate products in Tuscaloosa County, the authority said. The
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