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Mean Mary Retired

MGSW & MGISP Mean Mary (Scat Daddy–Karlovy Vary, by Dynaformer) has been retired from racing. Mary Venezie, who works for owner/breeder Alex G. Campbell, Jr., made the announcement on Twitter Friday. “With heavy hearts, Team Campbell, Graham Motion and Herringswell Stable have decided to retire our girl, Mean Mary,” the tweet stated. “She ran a …

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What is fresh-start framing and how can it boost savings?

If you’re having trouble increasing the amount you’re saving for retirement, it might be time for a fresh start. That’s right, a fresh start. Researchers recently conducted a field experiment to study the effect of framing future moments in time as new beginnings or “fresh starts.” In the experiment, university employees received mailings with an …

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Mandatory Retirement Savings Sentiment | University of Arkansas

Photo Submitted Sarah Brasche: B.S.B.A. Finance, May 2021, Sam M. Walton College of Business As of July 1, the U of A now requires all full-time employees to contribute at least 5 percent of their salary to the university’s Retirement Savings Plan. The university matches contributions to the individual’s retirement account up to 10 …

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Keene Fire Chief Mark Howard set to retire next spring | Local News

After eight years in the role, Mark Howard has announced his upcoming retirement as Keene’s fire chief. Howard is set to retire on March 31, according to a news release Thursday from City Manager Elizabeth Dragon. Howard succeeded Gary Lamoureux following his retirement in 2013.  The son of a firefighter, Howard has served Keene Fire Department for 28 years, …

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ABJ examines surprise closure of Stow-Glen Retirement Village

Long-term care centers across the U.S. say they’re under financial strain amid the COVID-19 pandemic. For Stow-Glen Retirement Village, already on shaky financial footing, the strain of dropping revenues and rising costs — including personal protective equipment and staffing — was too much. It collapsed into chaos at the end of July, pushing most of the 200 …

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Superintendent for Rankin County School District announces her retirement

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – The Superintendent for the Rankin County School District has announced her retirement. Townsend says she is retiring to have more time with family.(WLBT) Dr. Sue Townsend has led the district for the past six years. Townsend says she is taking time for family. She notified the school board Wednesday morning. Townsend …

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