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Fire damage to your home is one of the most traumatizing, frightening tragedies a person can experience. This is especially true in apartment buildings and multifamily homes, where dozens if not hundreds of families are affected by fire and smoke damage. When a fire rips through an apartment building, the property damage can be catastrophic. But the damage caused by fires doesn't end once the flames have been extinguished. Victims are left wondering what happens next now that their belongings are destroyed. When will they have a roof over their again?

In these circumstances, prompt, purpose-driven fire damage restoration is key to reducing victims' financial and emotional strain.

The National Fire Protection Association states that a structure fire is reported every 65 seconds. When the fire alarm sounds, emergency responders answer the call for help with decisive action. But once the smoke clears, Atlas National Renovations' team of fire restoration experts step in to give hope to property managers, apartment tenants, and commercial property owners.

With decades of combined experience in disaster recovery, ANR understands the complexities associated with commercial and apartment building fires. We have helped the top multifamily groups in Texas recover their tenants' homes and belongings with care and compassion. If you're a property manager and you're still reeling from a fire disaster, know that we're here to help you too.

At Atlas National Renovations, our expert project managers and technicians play key roles in complicated fire restoration projects. We specialize in restoring Class A, B, and C properties like apartment complexes, high-rise buildings, multifamily buildings, mixed-use developments, large commercial properties, and more.

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If you're looking for a top-tier fire damage restoration company in Corinth, look no further than ANR. We're the top pick when it comes to large, detailed fire restoration projects because we:

  • Are a Trusted Partner in Restoration and Disaster Recovery
  • Adhere to OSHA Standards and State & Federal Regulations
  • Use the Latest Equipment & Remediation Techniques
  • Offer Innovative Solutions to Detailed Problems
  • Provide Seasoned Project Managers for Each Fire Restoration Project
  • Give Clients Clear and Consistent Communication
  • Work with Insurance Companies
  • Have a Knowledgeable & Courteous Leadership Team

Fire Damage Restoration for Apartment Buildings in Corinth, TX

Owners and managers of apartment complexes know that the safety of their tenants is a major responsibility. Unfortunately, nobody can completely control when apartment fires occur. Fires in apartments and multifamily buildings may start small, but they spread quickly, often destroying several living spaces. These frightening fires destroy prized heirlooms, important documents, and can even be fatal. However, the work is only beginning once the fire is put out and lives are saved.

In the aftermath of a disaster, figuring out the next steps is hard. During this difficult time, it's important to be prepared. As a property manager or owner, having a fire damage restoration company on your checklist of resources is crucial.

Unlike residential fires, apartment and multifamily building fires add several more layers of complexity and stress. In these situations, you deserve a restoration partner that you can trust without question, and that company is Atlas National Renovations.

Disaster Recovery Corinth, TX

With years of experience guiding our technicians and project managers, the ANS team responds quickly to your fire damage emergency. Using advanced protocols and state-of-the-art restoration equipment, we get to work quickly to repair and restore your commercial property to its pre-loss condition. While restoring your property, we always keep your tenant's care and comfort in mind.

Our fire restoration services in Corinth are comprehensive and include the following:

  • Rapid Mobilization and Response
  • Overall Catastrophe Management
  • Emergency Board-Up Services
  • Debris Removal and Disposal
  • Apartment Content Inventory and Cleaning
  • Soot and Smoke Removal Services
  • Water Extraction
  • Deodorization
  • HVAC Cleaning and Decontamination
  • Shoring Installment to Secure Buildings
  • Interior & Exterior Renovations

Our Fire Damage Restoration Process

It's imperative to have someone with knowledge and experience on your side during a fire crisis.

When you call ANS, our fire restoration experts can help walk you through the steps you need to take once a fire occurs. This allows us to quickly gain control of the restoration project on your behalf. Once we have inspected your property, we'll provide a detailed report and scope of work for your fire damage restoration project.

ANS repairs all property damage caused by soot, smoke, and fire. Our IICRC-certified fire restoration teams construct the best plan to quickly get your building back to its pre-loss condition.

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Because every property is different, each fire restoration project for apartment buildings is too. However, every fire disaster will have a similar process and will often include:

Contact ANS

Your fire restoration process begins when you call our headquarters. Our specialist will ask you a series of questions about the fire event that occurred. That way, we can arrive on-site with the proper resources and equipment.

Fire Damage Assessment
and Inspection

Our fire damage restoration team will carefully inspect the entirety of your apartment complex, from building to building and room to room. We do so to determine the extent of your apartment's fire, smoke, and soot damage. This step is crucial to developing a comprehensive restoration plan.

Board-Up Services

First responders like firefighters must break windows and cut holes in roofs to slow fire growth and save lives. Once the fire is out, our team can get to work, boarding up holes and constructing temporary fencing around the property.

Water Removal

If there is water damage associated with your apartment fire, we'll remove most of the water immediately. From there, we use air movers and dehumidifiers to help complete the drying process.

Smoke and Soot Removal

Within minutes of a fire, walls, electronics, and other surfaces are covered in soot. Smoke and ash continue to cause damage to every inch of your apartment building. That's why ANS uses specialized equipment to remediate smoke damage and remove odors. This process is often labor-intensive and can take time, especially for large fire damage restoration needs.

Cleaning and Sanitizing

Using a variety of restoration and cleaning techniques, our team will help clean restorable items and sanitize units for safety.

Restoration

Getting your apartment buildings to their pre-fire conditions is our ultimate goal. Depending on the size and scope of the fire restoration job, minor repairs like painting, drywall replacement, and new carpet installation might be needed. You might also need major structural renovations like re-siding, re-roofing, new window installation, floor replacement, and more.

Tips for Preventing Apartment Fires

If you're a property manager or own multifamily residential buildings, the thought of an apartment fire is terrifying. What starts as a small fire can quickly turn into a catastrophic event, with your entire complex up in flames. However, one of the best ways of preventing these fires is to know more about them.

Share these tips with tenants to help prevent deadly apartment fires:

Turn Off Heat Sources

Turn Off Heat Sources

Data shows that a large number of apartment fires begin with cooking. Often, these fires are caused by the ignition of common items like rags, curtains, wallpapers, and bags. Encourage tenants to keep their kitchens and cooking areas clear of combustibles. Never leave a stove unattended for long, and don't leave burners on by themselves. Unintentional mishaps like leaving heat sources on are common causes of fires that can be prevented with a little forethought.

Electrical Safety

Electrical Safety

Like heat sources, electrical malfunctions are also common causes of fires in apartment complexes. It's hard to prevent all electrical malfunctions, but you can tell tenants to avoid bad habits. Tips include never using extension cords as permanent solutions and never using a cable if the third prong is missing.

Appliance Safety

Appliance Safety

Appliances are a part of everyone's lives. They're also standard equipment in most apartment units. But if tenants don't take proper precautions, these useful tools can spark deadly fires.

Tips for Preventing Apartment Fires

No matter how large or small, fires are nightmare scenarios for entrepreneurs with commercial properties. Fire damage can completely ruin storefronts and offices, leaving charred remains and burned-up files before firefighters arrive. To make matters worse, soot and smoke damage ruin your businesses' furniture, HVAC system, carpet, walls, and windows.

To eliminate health hazards and restore your business to its pre-fire condition, you need to bring in a team of professionals with years of experience in fire damage remediation. At ANR, we use commercial-grade equipment and cutting-edge tools to clean up the aftermath of your fire and rebuild your property. That way, you can get back to running your business and providing for your family.

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Share these tips with tenants to help prevent deadly apartment fires:

Remove Smoke and Fire Damage

 Home Renovations Corinth, TX

One of the most common causes of large commercial loss stems from smoke and fire damage. Of course, these disasters cause injuries and fatalities. But they also generate tremendous amounts of damage, rot, mold, and harm to structures. Not to mention the devastation that fire damage has to the appearance and livability of the facility. Fire damage restoration companies restore - and also prevent - the root cause of the fire. Electrical outlets, wires, and other fire-prone items will all be addressed to prevent a subsequent disaster.

Highly Skilled

 Home Restorations Corinth, TX

The best fire damage restoration professionals are highly-trained, exceptionally skilled, and properly equipped to deal with every aspect of a commercial fire. From handling major renovations to taking care of the lingering effects of smoke damage, pro fire restoration companies take care of it for you. Hiring ANR means you'll be working with technicians who have the knowledge, tools, and materials to get the job done right the first time.

Insurance Claims

 Multifamily Home Renovations Corinth, TX

When you start the claim process with your businesses' insurance company, they'll ask whether you've hired a fire damage restoration company. That's because companies like Atlas prevent further damage from occurring and calculate an estimate of your total loss. You can submit this estimate to your insurance company, which may then provide you with resources to complete your company's disaster recovery mt-md-1

Discover the
Atlas Difference

Fire damage restoration is a crucial, complex process that professionals must perform. With decades of expertise, unmatched restoration quality, and the scalability for any job, Atlas National Renovations is well-equipped to be your single source for commercial fire damage restoration in Corinth, TX. We are specially equipped to make difficult restoration projects easy for owners.

When a fire disaster strikes, you need a timely response from a trustworthy team of experts. Don't settle for a mediocre fire restoration partner. Choose ANR to get the job done right the first time. Contact our office today to learn more about our fire restoration services in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.

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i-Lead® Realty Group Assists Corinth Land Company in its Industrial Flex Acquisition Quest

FORT WORTH, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--i-Lead® Realty Group assisted Corinth Land Company in the purchase of the fully leased three building industrial flex complex at 11224 S. Pipeline Road, ...

FORT WORTH, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--i-Lead® Realty Group assisted Corinth Land Company in the purchase of the fully leased three building industrial flex complex at 11224 S. Pipeline Road, 3620 Liston Lane and 3628 Liston Lane in Euless, Texas, consisting of 52,692 SF on 3.3 acres according to their associate broker, Brooks Trisler, CEO of i-Lead® Realty Group, an affiliate of eXp Realty.

“The combination of a central location at the major intersections of Highway 183, Highway 121 and Highway 360 with the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington MSA by population being the largest metropolitan area in Texas makes this a great addition to the Corinth Land Company portfolio”

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Corinth Land Company has properties in Oklahoma, in Fort Worth and Frisco, Texas, and is looking to further expand its industrial footprint across the north Texas market.

“This acquisition increases our industrial space footprint including affiliates to 350,000 SF,” Paun Peters, President of Corinth Land Company, said. “We are proceeding cautiously in this higher interest rate environment while continuing to seek and evaluate opportunities in the light industrial and industrial flex sectors in the Dallas-Fort Worth market.”

“The combination of a central location at the major intersections of Highway 183, Highway 121 and Highway 360 with the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington MSA by population being the largest metropolitan area in Texas makes this a great addition to the Corinth Land Company portfolio,” said Daniel Peters of eXp Realty and team member of the i-Lead® Realty Group, who specializes in industrial and residential real estate and represented Corinth Land Company in the transaction.

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i-Lead® Realty Group is an affiliate of eXp Realty since 2017 and has served over 200 clients since inception. The i-Lead Realty Group specializes in residential and commercial real estate with systems, processes and a team committed to its core values of Making A Difference, Adventure, Results-Oriented, Innovation, Inspiration, Excellence and Discipline.

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School and business closings in North Texas for Monday, Jan. 30

The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for North Texas in effect until 6 a.m. Wednesday. The major school districts in the Dallas-Fort Worth are open.But hazardous conditions in some parts of the region forced a number of school closings:A&M College of DentistryMonday: C...

The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for North Texas in effect until 6 a.m. Wednesday. The major school districts in the Dallas-Fort Worth are open.

But hazardous conditions in some parts of the region forced a number of school closings:

A&M College of DentistryMonday: Closing Early at Noon - Tuesday: Closed

Addison Trinity Christian AcademyClosing Early - No after school activities

Aledo ISDClosed Monday

All Saints' Episcopal School Fort WorthClosed Monday

Allen ISDAfter school activities canceled

Alvarado ISDClosing at 1:00 PM

Alvord ISDClosing at 11:30 AM

Argyle ISDClosed Monday

Arlington Classics AcademyAfter school activities canceled

Azle Christian SchoolsClosed Monday

Azle ISDClosed Monday

Birdville ISDMonday: After school activities canceled - Tuesday: closed

Bland ISDSchool Closed Tuesday

Blooming Grove ISDAfter school activities canceled

Bridgeport ISDClosing at 12:30 PM

Brock ISDClosed Monday

Building Blocks CDC - ExpeditionClosed Monday

C.J. Wilson Tax and Accounting officeMonday after school activities canceled

Canton ISDClosing at 12:00 PM

Castleberry ISDClosed Monday

CCDC at Lake Highlands UMCMonday after school activities canceled

Cedar Hill ISDAfter school activities canceled

CE-DFW Warehouse SolutionsClosing at 11:00 AM

Celina ISDClosed Monday

Cistercian Prep SchoolClosing at 12:15 PM

City of Hurst facilityClosing at 3PM

Commerce ISDClosing Early Monday at 12:30 PM - Closed Tuesday

Community ISDClosing at 10:00 AM

Construction Education FoundationClosed - Evening classes canceled

Coppell ISDAfter school activities canceled

Crossroads Christian AcademyClosed Monday

Dallas AcademyClosing at 12PM - After school activities canceled

DBU Campus Closing at 2PM

Decatur ISDClosing at 12:30 PM

Denton Classical AcademyClosing at 1:00 PM

Denton ISDClosing 2 Hrs early

DeSoto ISDAfter school activities canceled

Dublin ISDClosed Monday

E.A. Young AcademyClosed Monday

Eagle Mountain Saginaw ISDClosed Monday

Everman ISDClosed Tuesday and Wednesday

FBC CDC- DentonClosing 2 Hrs early

Fort Worth Academy of Fine ArtsClosed Monday

Fort Worth Country DayClosed Monday - All after-school athletic events canceled

Fort Worth ISDAfter school activities canceled

Founders Corinth GrammarClosing at 1:00 PM - After school activities canceled

Founders Corinth UpperClosing at 1:00 PM - After school activities canceled

Glen Rose ISDClosing at 12:30 PM

Godley ISDClosing at 1:00 PM - After school activities canceled

Good Shepherd EpiscopalClosing early Monday at Noon - Closed Tuesday

Gordon ISDClosed Monday

Granbury ISDClosed Monday

Grapevine Colleyville ISDEarly dismissal HS 1:30, Middle 2:15, elementary 3pm - After school activities canceled

Helping Open People's Eyes - CleburneClosed Monday at Noon Through Wednesday

Helping Open People's Eyes - FTWClosed Monday At Noon Through Wednesday

High Point AcademyClosed Monday

Holy Family Catholic SchoolClosed Monday

International Leadership of Texas-DallasAfter school activities canceled

International Leadership of TX - TarrantAfter school activities canceled

Jacksboro ISDClosed Monday

Jean Massieu AcademyAfternoon classes canceled

Joshua ISDAfter school activities canceled

Kaufman ISDMonday Early Release at 12:30PM - Tuesday 2 Hour Delay

Keller ISDClosed Monday

Krum ISDClosing at 12:30 PM - After School Activities Canceled

Lake Worth ISDClosed Monday

Legacy Classical Christian AcademyClosed Monday

Leonard ISDClosing at 11:30 AM

Lighthouse Christian Academy-FWClosed Monday

Lipan ISDClosed Monday

Little Elm ISDClosed Monday

Lucas Christian AcademyClosing Monday at 11:00 AM

Mabank ISDClosing at 12:00 PM

Malakoff ISDEarly dismissal Monday - 2 hour delay Tuesday

Mansfield ISDEarly Release Monday 12:00 PM - Closed Tuesday

Meals on Wheels of Denton CountyClosed Tuesday

Meals on Wheels of Tarrant CountyClosed Monday

Mesquite ISDAfter school activities canceled

Millsap ISDClosed Monday

Mineral Wells ISDClosed Monday

Muenster ISDClosing at 12:30 PM - Buses will run at 12:30 PM

Mustang Special Utility DistrictClosed

N Central Texas College CorinthClosing at 12:30 PM

Northwest ISDClosed Monday

The Oakridge SchoolClosing at 11:30 am (Buses run at 11am) - After school activities canceled

Palo Pinto County OfficesClosed Monday

Palo Pinto ISDClosed Monday

Pantego Christian AcademyClosing at 11:45 AM - Sporting events canceled

Peaster ISDClosed Monday

Pilot Point ISDClosed at 12:30pm Monday & Closed Tuesday

Plano ISDAll after school and evening activities canceled for Monday

Poetry Community Christian SchoolEarly Release Monday 2:20 PM - Closed Tuesday

Poolville ISDClosed Monday

Preston Park Montessori AcademyClosing at 3:30 PM

Princeton ISDAfter school activities canceled

PTAA - GreenvilleClosing at 1:00 PM

Richardson ISDMonday after school activities canceled

Santo ISDClosed Monday

Sherman ISDClosing at 10am Monday

Simply Smarts Learning CenterClosed - Wednesday

Southwest Christian SchoolClosed Monday

Span TransitClosed Monday

Spring Creek AcademyClosed - Afternoon classes canceled

Springtown ISDClosing Early Monday at 10:30am

St. James Episcopal SchoolAfter school activities canceled

St. Paul Lutheran School-Ft. WorthClosed Monday

Sunnyvale ISDEarly Release Monday - After school activities canceled

TCUClosing at noon Monday

Texas Elementary School of the ArtsClosed Monday

Texas Wesleyan UniversityTransitioning to virtual instruction

The Children's Center-DallasClosing at 12:00 PM

Treetops International SchoolClosing at 1:00 PM

Trinity LeadershipClosing at 12:30 PM

Trinity Valley SchoolClosing at 12:00 PM

Universal Technical InstituteClosing at 12:00 PM

University of North TexasClosed

Van ISDClosing at 1:00 PM

Weatherford Christian SchoolClosed Monday

Weatherford CollegeClosed Monday

Weatherford ISDClosed Monday

Wesley PrepAfter school activities canceled

White Rock North SchoolClosing at 12:00 PM - Afternoon classes canceled

White Settlement ISDClosed Monday

Whitney ISDClosing at 2:00 PM

Winfree Academy Charter SchoolsAfternoon classes canceled

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The Docket: Local court roundup for 2.23.23

Chesterfield Circuit CourtL & W Supply Corporation CC&I Construction, LLC Plaintiff says defendant has failed to pay for goods and services and seeks judgment of $55,952.75. Attorneys: P. George Eliades II of The Eliades Law Firm Filed: 2/6/2023 CL23000462Marathon Resource Management Group, LLC v. Brenco Solutions, LLC d/b/a Brenco Retail Solutions, LLC; Brent T. McNey; and Jamil K. Corbitt Plaintiff, in facilities management, says Corbitt was employed as a project manager October 201...

Chesterfield Circuit Court

L & W Supply Corporation CC&I Construction, LLC Plaintiff says defendant has failed to pay for goods and services and seeks judgment of $55,952.75. Attorneys: P. George Eliades II of The Eliades Law Firm Filed: 2/6/2023 CL23000462

Marathon Resource Management Group, LLC v. Brenco Solutions, LLC d/b/a Brenco Retail Solutions, LLC; Brent T. McNey; and Jamil K. Corbitt Plaintiff, in facilities management, says Corbitt was employed as a project manager October 2012 to April 8, 2016, after which he was hired by Brenco. Plaintiff alleges defendants wrongfully assumed authority over plaintiff’s lists of customers, customer contact info, contracts and billing information and seeks compensatory damages of $2.5 million, and punitive, $350,000. Attorneys: Adam J. Depo Filed: 2/7/2023 CL23000482

Judith Anne Taylor v. Jay Maruti VA, LLC d/b/a Days Inn Plaintiff says she slipped on metal stairs on an outside stairway at 2410 W. Hundred Road, Chester, causing her to fall 5-6 steps to a landing, sustaining severe injuries, including a fractured femur. Plaintiff asks judgment of $1.5 million. Attorneys: Randy B. Rowlett of Gordon, Dodson, Gordon & Rowlett Filed: 2/9/2023 CL23000513

GPM6, LLC a/k/a GPM Investments a/k/a GPM t/a Fas Mart v. Impress Enterprise 2, LLC t/a Impress Cleaners a/k/a Impress Cleaners #30, assignee of Rin & Kris Inc.; Levar Person; and Ricky Jordan Plaintiff says defendant has defaulted on a sublease for commercial space at 11390 Nuckols Road, Glen Allen, owing $39,048.17. Attorneys: Terry C. Legum of LegumFitzPatrick Filed: 2/13/2023 CL23000537

Henrico Circuit Court

Sheida Zandi v. Wal-Mart Stores East, LP; Walmart Inc.; Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.; and Wal-Mart Plaintiff says on Feb. 19, 2021, she slipped on a liquid substance in the floor of a Walmart Supercenter, sustaining injuries for which she seeks $75,000. Attorneys: M. Scott Bucci of Cantor Grana Buckner Bucci Filed: 2/10/2023 CL23001099

Kapitus Servicing, Inc. v. Corinthian Hospice, Inc. d/b/a Corinthian Hospice; and Abegail Cook Plaintiff says the California business is in default of a forward purchase agreement and seeks judgment in the principal amount of $149,010. Attorneys: Nhon H. Nguyen, Timothy A. Hennigan and Charles D. Waters of Nguyen|Ballato Filed: 2/13/2023 CL23001146

Kapitus Servicing, Inc. v. Kirkeby Enterprises, Inc. d/b/a Surf and Turf Landscapes; and Aaron Kirkeby Plaintiff says the California business is in default of a forward purchase agreement and seeks judgment in the principal amount of $166,540. Attorneys: Nhon H. Nguyen, Timothy A. Hennigan and Charles D. Waters of Nguyen|Ballato Filed: 2/13/2023 CL23001147

Lindsay Moye Stickler v. HCA Health Services of Virginia, Inc. d/b/a Henrico Doctors’ Hospital; Melvin Pegram, MD; Madhavi Katukuru, MD; Michele Lattimer, NP; and Southeastern Intensivist Services, P.C. Plaintiff says while she was being treated in hospital for multifocal pneumonia beginning May 10, 2022, defendants failed to check, monitor or communicate her blood glucose levels or to treat her Type 1 Diabetes, which she treated at home via an insulin pump, and as a result, on May 12, she was transferred to the ICU because of diabetic ketoacidosis, where she remained until May 24. Plaintiff says she suffered severe and permanent injuries and seeks judgment of $6 million. Attorneys: Les S. Bowers and Kyle McNew of MichieHamlett Filed: 2/13/2023 CL23001148

Kapitus Servicing, Inc. v. Planet Earth Eyewear LLC d/b/a Planet Earth Eyewear; and Michael Cotton Plaintiff says the New Jersey business is in default of a forward purchase agreement and seeks judgment in the principal amount of $174,151. Attorneys: Nhon H. Nguyen, Timothy A. Hennigan and Charles D. Waters of Nguyen|Ballato Filed: 2/13/2023 CL23001149

Kapitus Servicing, Inc. v. Addis Pharmacy, Inc. d/b/a Addis Pharmacy; and Noon Hamid Plaintiff says the Texas business is in default of two financial agreements and seeks judgment in the principal amount of $311,633. Attorneys: Nhon H. Nguyen and Charles D. Waters of Nguyen|Ballato Filed: 2/13/2023 CL23001151

Richmond Circuit Court

Sabrina A. Crocetta v. MCV Associated Physicians and Seth A. Cheatham, M.D. Plaintiff says she suffered severe and permanent injuries and damages on/about Feb. 25, 2020, from negligently performed surgery on her left knee, leading to the need for additional surgeries, permanent deformity and physical limitations and permanent neuropathic pain. Plaintiff asks judgment of $3 million. Attorneys: Elliott M. Buckner and Stephanie E. Grana of Cantor Grana Buckner Bucci Filed: 2/9/2023 CL23000629

Andrew Savage v. Paymerang, LLC and Paymerang Management Team, LLC Plaintiff was employed by defendant as chief technology officer July 2018 until November 2021, and says he became a member of PMT on/about March 20, 2020, and as such, was eligible for a profits interest based on defendant’s equity as incentive compensation. Plaintiff says he resigned in November 2021 to go to Capital One, and in a letter dated Oct. 14, 2022, defendant accused him of violating the confidentiality non-competition provisions of Paymerang’s employment agreement and falsely asserted he was using trade secrets and proprietary information to assist in the development of a Capital One automated payables project and announced that he was causing PMT to forfeit his vested PMT profits interest award units. Plaintiff says defendant has threatened him with litigation, and that the restrictive covenants are unenforceable because they limit his ability to earn a livelihood. Plaintiff alleges breach of contract and unjust enrichment and seeks judgment of no less than $2,625,000. Attorneys: Blackwell N. Shelley Jr. and Tim Schulte of Shelley Cup Schulte Filed: 2/10/2023 CL23000636

South Perry, LLC d/b/a Petersburg Artistspace Lofts v. Auto-Owners Insurance Company Plaintiff says defendant has wrongfully denied its claim for loss, which occurred when a substantial amount of rain collected in a short period of time on its roof on/about Aug. 5, 2022, causing parts of the building, including the roof and certain walls, to collapse. Plaintiff alleges breach of contract and seek compensatory damages of $300,000. Attorneys: C. Thomas Brown and Erik B. Lawson of Silver & Brown Filed: 2/13/2023 CL23000642

Raine Rose LLC v. Arif Khan, an individual and sole proprietor of Silveredge Packaging Plaintiff, which trades as BigWife’s Mac N’Cheese on Arthur Ashe Boulevard, says defendant failed to manufacture and deliver custom cardboard pizza-style boxes for plaintiff’s restaurant in accordance with a contract, which it paid $30,000 for, instead delivering boxes on Sept. 22, 2022, from Pakistan, visibly warped, wet and moldy. Plaintiff seeks judgment of $32,500. Attorneys: Bruce E. Arkema and Matthew B. Arkema of Durrette, Arkema, Gerson & Gill Filed: 2/13/2023 CL23000645

Crunch The Cost: How to address student debt as relief hinges on two court cases this month

This month could be the turning debt for all student debt cancellation. A Brazos Valley resident weighs in on the uncertainty it causes for their future.BRYAN, Texas — Student debt, for millions of Americans, starts out as a small loan that turns into tens of thousands of debt post-graduation.While student debt relief has been on hold for nearly 3 years now, those living in the Brazos Valley like Amber Robertson are concerned for the future as she plans for a helpful outcome for all.What began as a grand beneficial...

This month could be the turning debt for all student debt cancellation. A Brazos Valley resident weighs in on the uncertainty it causes for their future.

BRYAN, Texas — Student debt, for millions of Americans, starts out as a small loan that turns into tens of thousands of debt post-graduation.

While student debt relief has been on hold for nearly 3 years now, those living in the Brazos Valley like Amber Robertson are concerned for the future as she plans for a helpful outcome for all.

What began as a grand beneficial gesture when President Joe Biden first announced relief for borrowers back in August has been soured because of how polarizing the issue is politically.

Furthermore, federal courts have gotten involved, dragging out the issue out and leaving Americans in search of debt relief feeling stranded.

"We're living for everyday, everyday, not knowing what's gonna come against today or tomorrow," said Robertson. "A person who has started college here and things like that and then had to go to a different school I think it was amazing."

Robertson started at a local college in town, but transitioned to Corinthians colleges, a private institution.

When the news of student debt cancellation came about in the midst of the pandemic, she was uncertain for not just herself, but others who were also in a similar situation.

"My school lost accreditation, which was very sad because now it pretty much puts anybody that went to a school who lost accreditation at the very bottom of the totem pole," said Robertson.

She feels like she's starting over as lawmakers continue to debate if borrowers will end up worse off financially post-pandemic.

Additionally, this comes off the heels of the Supreme Court decision to rule the fate of student debt cancellation, which will take place at the end of February.

While Robertson and others are concerned about what the outcome will be, financial advisor Jay Matters wants to remind people to think about the future before making major financial decisions that will affect you long-term.

He also advises people to get to know their debt and use financial programs to better comprehend what type of debt you have.

Ultimately, student debt remains an unknown factor in the futures of many Americans. Two court cases related to the issue are headed to the Supreme Court where they will begin to hear oral arguments on Feb. 28.

But who knows? This month could be the possible turning point to possibly eliminate thousands of dollars of debt for millions of Americans.

The 11 Most Picturesque Small Towns In Mississippi

Known as the “Magnolia State”, Mississippi is truly one of the most beautiful and naturally stunning places in the Southern United States. Indeed with its alluring natural ambience, fascinating history, and of course plenty of famed Southern charm, modern day Mississippi is a welcome place for visitors and residents alike. Within its towns, great snapshots of hidden beauty, wonderful awe, and new adventures are offered. For any...

Known as the “Magnolia State”, Mississippi is truly one of the most beautiful and naturally stunning places in the Southern United States. Indeed with its alluring natural ambience, fascinating history, and of course plenty of famed Southern charm, modern day Mississippi is a welcome place for visitors and residents alike. Within its towns, great snapshots of hidden beauty, wonderful awe, and new adventures are offered. For any afficionado of Americana, a visit to Mississippi’s towns will surely leave any traveller with a most memorable and lasting experience.

Louisville

For a genuine example of small town USA, Louisville offers its visitors and residents plenty of Southern charm and natural beauty. With a population of just over 6,000, the seat of Winston County is full of special historic sites, cute shopping boutiques, and tasty locally run eateries. Visit such sites like the fascinating Big Red Fire Museum which contains an impressive array of vintage equipment and old fire trucks. Or perhaps catch a show at the Strand Theatre constructed in 1918, a lively performing arts centre. Meanwhile outdoor lovers will certainly appreciate Lake Tiak-O’Khata, where tranquil strolls along the banks, sunbathing, and paddling are all awesome ways to have fun.

Iuka

Seat of Tishomingo County, the modest town of Iuka has a population of only 3,139 inhabitants. Formally established in the 1850s and named for a local indigenous chief, Iuka welcomes visitors with its mild winters and hot summers and loads of small town charm. Site of the Civil War’s 1862 Battle of Iuka, visitors can enjoy the wondrous Tishomingo State Park and the JP Coleman State Park, two splendid places to experience the outdoors. In addition to the town’s quaint shops and restaurants, visitors can also stop by numerous small galleries and local museums. These include the beloved Apron Museum, the only American museum dedicated to the history of this important kitchen tool.

Rolling Fork

Rolling Fork was founded in the 1840s, and today is home to a relatively small population of 1,883. Still it serves as the seat of Sharkey County and is a most welcoming place full of great natural surroundings and historic intrigue. Located within the Mississippi Delta, Rolling Fork is surrounded by vast fields of cotton, corn, and even soybeans. As with other towns with roots in the 19th century, many historic buildings can be found here, each with a fascinating story. These include the Mont Helena Mansion (1896) or the charming Onward Store. This turn of the century convenience shop continues its operations today and is the one of the most unique time machine like stops in the region.

In addition lovers of presidential history will surely not want to miss a stopover at the wooded area where President Theodore Roosevelt partook in a bear hunt. It was after this 1902 escapade that the nickname “Teddy Bear” was applied and created one of the world’s most lasting toys.

Raymond

Situated near the Natchez Trace Forested Trail, the scenic town of Raymond is a most charming and picturesque Mississippi destination. Home to a population of 1,960 residents, Raymond was established back in 1829 and continues to offer its visitors and denizens alike direct ties to the 19th century. Indeed even just a casual stroll through town means one will encounter beautiful antebellum style buildings and homes. From the Hinds County Courthouse, to the Little Big Store and the Raymond Military Park, there is always attractive to see in town. And as the site of an 1863 Civil War battle, history lovers will further relish their time in this great Southern locale.

Meridian

A friendly, vibrant, and scenic town first established in the 1860s, Meridian is also Mississippi’s seventh largest urban centre. With just over 35,000 inhabitants, visitors will find plenty of opportunities to get acquainted with the outdoors, live music (especially the country genre), and a lively visual arts scene. Visit the Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience, an interactive and sprawling museum dedicated to the wide range of all creative arts, or spend an afternoon at the tranquil Highland Park which has been added to the National Register of Historic Places. And for the golf lover, a round or two can always be enjoyed in Meridian where several wonderful courses can be found. Here scenic views of Okatibbee Lake make for a most splendid and memorable athletic outing.

Oxford

Named after the British city of the same name, Oxford was formally established in 1837 and is the home of the esteemed University of Mississippi (1844). With a population of just over 25,000 residents, Oxford has long hosted a vibrant scene for the arts and literature, in addition to most fascinating historic landmarks. These include the Rowan Oak Mansion, an 1840s style home that once belonged to novelist William Faulkner, the Lyric Theater, the University of Mississippi Museum, and St. Peter’s Episcopal Church (1860). In addition to its warm climate, laid back vibe, and famed Southern charm, Oxford is surrounded by forested hills noted for their red clay which only enhances the total beauty of the area.

Aberdeen

Seat of Monroe County, the historic town of Aberdeen has a population of just under 5,000 residents and was first established in the 1830s. Situated on the banks of the 200 mile long Tombigbee River, the scenic and historic Aberdeen is full of many historic 19th century buildings, many of which form part of the National Register of Historic Places. Tour a stunning antebellum mansion or theatre, or naturally spend time along the Tombigbee River for truly special waterfront views. In addition a number of colorful and cute boutique shops, restaurants, and museums, add to Aberdeen’s southern charm and make it one of Mississippi’s most special places.

Corinth

The town of Corinth lies right on the State line with Tennessee and is beautifully nestled within the Appalachian Mountain range. Seat of Alcorn County and with a population of just under 15,000, Corinth was founded in the 1850s and was an important railroad stop for the Confederacy during the Civil War (1861-1865). Today the town maintains a number of fascinating museums and buildings from the 19th century, which all serve to bring visitors back in time to important moments in American history. Stop by the Black History Museum or the Museum of Southern Culture for truly fascinating insights.

Meanwhile tourists can also enjoy Corinth’s beautiful surroundings, all of which invite plenty of outdoor adventure. From hiking to biking, and even splendid family or solo picnics within the rolling hills Corinth is a great mixture of historic intrigue and natural awe.

Natchez

Right along the Mississippi River, the historic Natchez traces its roots way back to the year 1716. Founded by French colonists, this modern town of just under 15,000 residents lies near the Louisiana border and is full of beautiful historic charm and natural wonder. Indeed just spending time along the waterfront is one of the most special activities to do in Natchez, where hot summers and warm winters are the norm. In addition as one of Mississippi’s major cotton producing centres prior to the Civil War, Natchez was a major trading post and visitors can continue to explore this important history. Explore a number of preserved antebellum homes, plantations, museums, and churches in the historic district sure to create most vivid memories.

Woodville

Established in 1811, Woodville is one of the oldest towns in the State of Mississippi. Near the border with Louisiana and the seat of Wilkinson County, this alluring historic town has a most modest population of only 928 residents (according to the 2020 census). Full of wonder and natural beauty, what Woodville may lack in size it makes up for in tremendous offerings for visitors and inhabitants alike.

Stop by the African American Museum and its great exhibits, tour the Rosemont Mansion, or perhaps just take a simple stroll the Main Street where a plethora of 19th century structures continue to stand. And for the nature lover a visit to the nearby Clark Creek Natural is a must. In a 700 acre conservation area, hiking, biking, wonderful opportunities for birdwatching, and over 50 separate waterfalls, make this one of the most picturesque areas in the State.

Greenville

Greenville is a true marvel of a town beautiful situated at the confluence of the Mississippi and Yazoo Rivers, otherwise known as the Mississippi Delta. Founded in 1870, just under 30,000 residents call this historic town home today and that truly is a delight a discover throughout the year. Noted for its hot summers and warm winters, Greenville is a beautiful place to spend along the water where biking, jogging, and boating are all popular activities. In addition in the historic district several 19th century homes and landmarks continue to exist bringing guests back to an important period of America’s growth. Meanwhile jazz and blues lover will certainly not want to miss Nelson Street, where a plethora of 1940s style music clubs continue to have patrons dancing.

Mississippi is an undoubted place of stupendous natural beauty and fascinating historic intrigue, with something to offer for all kinds of tastes. For anyone travelling in the American South, a stop through any of these charming Mississippi towns will assuredly bring plenty of memories, fun, and relaxation. From sojourns on the Mississippi River to explorations of important 19th century history, there is indeed plenty of splendid cultural and natural beauty to be found in Mississippi. For the outdoors enthusiast to the history lover, it can all be found in abundance in the “Magnolia State”.

Corinth Community Park courts undergo resurfacing for basketball, pickleball

One year ago, The Colony girls basketball team won just nine games and missed the playoffs for the second consecutive season. Fast-forward to Tuesday, and the Lady Cougars completed a historic turnaround.The Colony used a 22-1 third-quarter run to rally for a 49-26 win against Frisco Wakeland and clinch the District 9-5A title. It is the first district title won by the Lady Cougars since 2017.The Lady Cougars and Lady Wolverines traded big scoring runs.The Colony led 16-7 at the end of the first quarter, but Wakeland cou...

One year ago, The Colony girls basketball team won just nine games and missed the playoffs for the second consecutive season. Fast-forward to Tuesday, and the Lady Cougars completed a historic turnaround.

The Colony used a 22-1 third-quarter run to rally for a 49-26 win against Frisco Wakeland and clinch the District 9-5A title. It is the first district title won by the Lady Cougars since 2017.

The Lady Cougars and Lady Wolverines traded big scoring runs.

The Colony led 16-7 at the end of the first quarter, but Wakeland countered with a 12-1 run in the second quarter to rally for a 19-17 halftime lead. But the Lady Cougars proceeded to turn the tables on the Lady Wolverines in the third quarter, blitzing the Lady Wolverines with a 22-1 spurt to take a 37-20 lead into the fourth quarter.

Senior Kahlen Norris scored 14 points to pace The Colony. The Lady Cougars finished the regular season with a 25-9 record -- an improvement of 16 wins from the previous season.

The Colony will play Frisco Heritage in a Class 5A bi-district playoff game, set for 6:30 p.m. Monday at Hebron High School.

Rinse and repeat

Winning a district title is nothing new to the Newman Smith boys basketball team.

The Trojans won back-to-back district championships in the 2019-20 and 2020-21 seasons, having finished 29-1 in conference play over those two seasons.

On Tuesday, Newman Smith defeated Creekview, 74-56, to capture their third district title in the last four seasons. The Trojans improved to 21-6 overall and 11-1 in District 9-5A.

Zion Ibekwe poured in 25 points to pace Newman Smith. Nic Codie and Te'Zhan Francois each contributed 11 points in the victory.

It didn't take long for the Trojans to impose their will. Newman Smith out-scored Creekview 17-8 in the first quarter and 19-13 in the second quarter to take a 36-21 halftime lead.

Coppell springs upset of No. 7 Plano

Although mathematically still alive for a playoff berth, Coppell knew there wasn't much room for error.

The Cowboys came into Tuesday's road contest at Plano trailing Lewisville by one game for fourth place in District 6-6A with just three games remaining in the regular season.

Coppell remained in the playoff hunt thanks to a 41-39 victory against No. 7 Plano.

Defense was the story of this game. The Cowboys held the Wildcats to just 23 points through the first three quarters. Although Plano outscored Coppell 16-9 in the fourth quarter, the Cowboys' resilience and discipline proved too much for the Wildcats to overcome.

Arhan Lapsiwala scored 16 points to pace Coppell. Alex Tung had 12 points. Baron Tipton contributed 11 points.

Lake Dallas blitzes Birdville

Tuesday's game against Birdville served as a tune-up for the Class 5A playoffs for the Lake Dallas girls basketball team.

The Lady Falcons appear to be more than ready for the postseason after using a 25-5 first-quarter run to cruise to a 66-43 win over Birdville.

Although the Hawks countered with an 18-7 second-quarter run to reduce the deficit to 32-23, the Lady Falcons didn't relinquish their lead. Lake Dallas used a 34-20 second-half run to assume control.

Camryn Richardson poured in 22 points to pace Lake Dallas. Dylan Koele had 14 points, followed by 11 from Altyn Bartley and 10 from Skylar Zingelmann.

Corinth, Lewisville physicians indicted in national fraud scheme

Seventeen Texas doctors and executives — including physicians from Corinth and Lewisville — were charged Thursday for their involvement in a $1.2 billion health care kickback and money-laundering conspiracy.The 17 Texans, who face charges from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Texas, are among 36 total defendants across the country.The laboratories True Health Diagnostics LLC and Boston Heart Diagnostics Corp. allegedly conspired with small Texas hospitals to pay physicians to induce refer...

Seventeen Texas doctors and executives — including physicians from Corinth and Lewisville — were charged Thursday for their involvement in a $1.2 billion health care kickback and money-laundering conspiracy.

The 17 Texans, who face charges from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Texas, are among 36 total defendants across the country.

The laboratories True Health Diagnostics LLC and Boston Heart Diagnostics Corp. allegedly conspired with small Texas hospitals to pay physicians to induce referrals to the hospitals for laboratory testing. The physicians received thousands of dollars in kickbacks in return for their referrals of laboratory testing, according to a press release. The complaint alleges their claims improperly billed federal health care programs for medically unnecessary laboratory testing.

North Texas defendants in U.S. v. Hertzberg, et al., include:

They were among those indicted on charges of conspiracy to commit illegal remunerations in violation of the Anti-Kickback Statute. It prohibits offering, paying, soliciting or receiving remuneration to generate referrals of items or services covered by federal health care programs.

Physicians were allegedly incentivized to refer patients to critical-access hospitals and an affiliated lab in exchange for kickbacks disguised as investment returns. Marketers were incentivized to order, arrange for or recommend patients to order services from these hospitals and an affiliated lab.

Between July 1, 2015, and Jan. 9, 2018, these defendants exchanged at least $11.25 million in illegal kickback payments.

Howard pleaded guilty to her involvement on May 24. Marioni pleaded guilty on July 20.

Petter Bennett, 47, of Houston and Stephen Kash, 48, of Winnie were indicted on charges of conspiracy to commit money laundering. Bennett allegedly created sham trusts and shell corporations to launder the kickback proceeds through. Bennet is accused of laundering at least $2.7 million in kickback proceeds. Kash allegedly had kickback proceeds laundered on his behalf and obtained proceeds from the kickback conspiracy.

Robert O’Neal, 63, of San Antonio was charged by information with conspiracy to commit illegal remunerations and money laundering. He allegedly arranged for physician referrals and recommended ordering services to critical-access hospitals and an affiliated lab. O’Neal allegedly had kickback proceeds laundered on his behalf and obtained proceeds from the kickback conspiracy.

O’Neal pleaded guilty to his involvement in the kickback and money-laundering conspiracies on Jan. 18.

Thirty-three doctors, health care executives and the Boston Heart Diagnostics Corp. have agreed to pay more than $32 million to resolve False Claims Act allegations of their involvement in the scheme.

Former True Health CEO Christopher Grottenthaler, former Boston Heart CEO Susan L. Hertzberg and former Little River CEO Jeffrey Paul Madison are among the defendants. These settlements resolve allegations that doctors and health care executives violated the Anti-Kickback Statute by receiving thousands of dollars in remunerations from management service organizations. These companies were allegedly used to disguise the payments as investment returns.

DFW-Based Corinth Land Co. and Prattco Creekway Industrial (PCI) Acquire Four Additional Class A Industrial Properties in Fort Worth and Frisco

FORT WORTH & FRISCO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Corinth Land Co./Prattco Creekway Industrial (PCI) partnership purchased a Class A Industrial building in the heart of the Frisco Sports Complex. The state-of-the-art 50,000 SF facility is home to the popular Frisco Flyers, a nationally ranked volleyball organization. Built in 2018, the building is located at 6300 Flyers Way and sits on 5 acres.“We continue to be bullish in investing in Cla...

FORT WORTH & FRISCO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Corinth Land Co./Prattco Creekway Industrial (PCI) partnership purchased a Class A Industrial building in the heart of the Frisco Sports Complex. The state-of-the-art 50,000 SF facility is home to the popular Frisco Flyers, a nationally ranked volleyball organization. Built in 2018, the building is located at 6300 Flyers Way and sits on 5 acres.

“We continue to be bullish in investing in Class A Industrial space in Texas and the Southwest”

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Adding three acquisitions in the well-known Fort Worth IH-20 West Business Park, Corinth Land and PCI’s latest acquisitions include 6595 Corporation Parkway, occupied by Lesiker Construction; 6597 Corporation Parkway, occupied by Cheer Connection of Texas, and 6576 Corporation Parkway, occupied by Summit Casing.

This is the ninth partnership acquisition of industrial space for Corinth Land and PCI in North Texas . The purchase price for the recent property acquisitions was not disclosed.

“We continue to be bullish in investing in Class A Industrial space in Texas and the Southwest,” said Corinth Land Founder and President Paun Peters. “We believe in the long-term value of these acquisitions and have a plan of continued growth for our asset portfolio.”

The investment duo sold a significant amount of their joint real estate portfolio last year which included a mix of multi-tenant and single-tenant buildings in some of DFW’s most coveted infill industrial submarkets that included Arlington, Brookhollow, Great Southwest, NE Dallas/Garland and Southwest Tarrant County.

“Our partnership over the years has been very strategic and selective with acquisitions during the construction/creation of our industrial portfolio throughout the Southwest,” said Lance Bozman, PCI managing partner. “These recent income producing deals add tremendous value to our base of holdings, and we expect them to perform well in this current environment.”

Founded by Peters in 2006, Corinth Land Co.’s initial focus was providing oil and gas surface sites and easements in the Barnett Shale. Peters sold the company’s holdings in 2016 and is now focused on the acquisition, development and operation of commercial and residential real estate assets in strategic locations throughout the DFW area, Texas and North America.

PCI Managing Partner Lance Bozman was formerly a managing director of a $1 Billion AIG/Lincoln portfolio that comprised 4 million SF of industrial and commercial investments. PCI Managing Partner Chad Lunsford spent 20 years at GE Capital Real Estate with $4B in acquisitions serving in various management and leadership positions. PCI Managing Partner Blake Bozman was formerly an operating partner with Drive Financial before selling the company in an almost $1 Billion transaction to Spain’s Santander Consumer Finance. He currently sits on the board of Veritex Bank.

MSU Alumni Association announces 2023 class of Reveille 25 honorees

STARKVILLE, Miss.— The Mississippi State University Alumni Association is announcing 25 outstanding young alumni who are being honored as the 2023 recipients of The Reveille 25 awards program.Launched in the fall of 2021, The Reveille 25 seeks to highlight the remarkable accomplishments of the university’s growing number of young alumni. The familiar name of the program derives from MSU’s fo...

STARKVILLE, Miss.— The Mississippi State University Alumni Association is announcing 25 outstanding young alumni who are being honored as the 2023 recipients of The Reveille 25 awards program.

Launched in the fall of 2021, The Reveille 25 seeks to highlight the remarkable accomplishments of the university’s growing number of young alumni. The familiar name of the program derives from MSU’s former yearbook, The Reveille, which chronicled student life throughout the institution’s history, and pays tribute to the university’s foundational military history.

Accordingly, the signature program annually honors 25 high-achieving, young alumni who are “answering the call” of the university’s mission for excellence, and inspiring others through the positive impact they are making in their communities and professions.

“We find great value in The Reveille 25 program because it allows the opportunity to honor and recognize our young alumni who have made a remarkable impact in their communities and professions as they represent the university’s mission for excellence,” said Ava Richardson, coordinator of young alumni programs and alumni outreach for the MSU Alumni Association.

The 25 honorees, chosen from among 460 applicants, will be recognized during banquet ceremonies March 25. The 2023 Reveille 25 class includes:

—Lance Atchley of Starkville. A native of Indianola, Atchley is a 2006 microbiology graduate with a chemistry minor. He completed his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Medicine and currently serves as an anesthesiologist at OCH Regional Medical Center in Starkville.

—Emily Boothe of Madison. She is a 2010 biological sciences graduate who went on to earn a master’s degree in genetic counseling from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Boothe is a genetic counselor for the University of Mississippi Medical Center.

—Nakeitra Burse of Madison. A two-time MSU graduate, Burse earned both her bachelor’s degree in biological sciences and master’s degree in food science, nutrition and health promotion in 2006 and 2008, respectively. She also earned a Doctor of Public Health from Jackson State University. She is the owner and principal strategist for public health consulting company Six Dimensions LLC.

—Joseph Chen of Louisville, Kentucky. The Starkville native earned both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in engineering in 2008 and 2010, respectively. He went on to earn a doctoral degree in biomedical engineering from Vanderbilt University in 2015 and currently serves as an assistant professor of bioengineering at the University of Louisville.

—Ben Cox of Clinton. He earned his bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees from the James Worth Bagley College of Engineering in 2011, 2012 and 2015, respectively. The Meadville native is a senior research engineer with the Geotechnical and Structures Laboratory of the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center.

—Eduardo Garay Lagos of Saint Paul, Minnesota. A native of Tegucigalpa, Honduras, he earned a master’s degree from MSU in plant and soil sciences in 2020. He previously earned a bachelor’s degree from Zamorano University and is currently pursuing a doctoral degree from the University of Minnesota. He is a director of the impact investing training programs for the Kirchner Impact Foundation focused on the Central American region.

—Jesse Grady of Starkville. A three-time MSU graduate and Corinth native, Grady earned his bachelor’s, master’s and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees in 2005, 2007 and 2012, respectively. He is an assistant clinical professor at the MSU College of Veterinary Medicine.

—Joslyn “Joy” Hartfield of Durham, North Carolina. She earned a bachelor’s degree in communication in 2012, and later earned a master’s degree from the University of Central Arkansas. The Madison native is currently pursuing a doctoral degree from the University of Southern Mississippi and serves as assistant vice chancellor and dean of students at North Carolina Central University.

—Faith Haslebacher of Clermont, Florida. A 2015 MSU computer engineering graduate and Collierville, Tennessee, native, she also earned a master’s degree in computer science from the University of Southern California and an MBA from the University of Florida. Haslebacher is a software project manager in the Technology Studio at Walt Disney Imagineering.

—Charla Howard of Lexington, Kentucky. The New Albany native is a 2008 agricultural and biological engineering graduate. She also earned a doctoral degree from Arizona State University. She is co-founder and chief clinical officer of neuroscience development company Spike Neuro.

—Cameron “Blake” Jeter of Madison. A 2010 biological engineering graduate and Brandon native, he currently serves as the president and chief operating officer at Relias Healthcare.

—Krista LeBrun of Brandon. The Enterprise native is assistant executive director of eLearning and instructional technology for the Mississippi Community College Board. She is a 2006 education graduate of MSU and also earned a master’s degree from the University of Phoenix, as well as a doctoral degree from the University of Alabama.

—Melanie Lewis Dickerson of Denver, Colorado. A 2006 political science graduate, she also earned a master’s degree from the University of Colorado. The Hattiesburg native is director of large scale change at Community Solutions.

—Lindsay Linhares of Washington, D.C. The Starkville native is a 2013 double major, earning bachelor’s degrees in communication and political science. She currently serves as legislative director for U.S. Congresswoman Julia Letlow.

—Chasten McCrary of Atlanta, Georgia. A 2018 marketing graduate and native of Fayetteville, Georgia, she is currently pursuing her MBA from the Georgia Institute of Technology, where she serves as the assistant director of the Office of Special Scholarships.

—Sarah McEwen of Gluckstadt. The Trussville, Alabama, native is a 2013 civil engineering graduate. A hydrology and hydraulics engineer, she serves as the water resources manager for the Ridgeland office of AECOM, an international infrastructure consulting firm.

—Paromita Mitra of Houston, Texas. A two-time MSU aerospace graduate, she earned a bachelor’s degree in 2014 and a master’s degree in 2018. The Hattiesburg native is a principal investigator at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center.

—Erica Moore of Philadelphia. The 2007 communication graduate works for the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians’ Pearl River Resort properties as the director of public relations, guest services, internal communication and special projects. She also holds a master’s degree from the University of Southern Mississippi.

—Christopher Nunley of Seattle, Washington. After studying meteorology at the University of Oklahoma, Nunley earned both his master’s degree in geosciences and doctoral degree in earth and atmospheric sciences from MSU in 2015 and 2019, respectively. He is a television meteorologist for KING 5 TV, a lecturer in the MSU Department of Geosciences, and the co-owner of Firsthand Weather LLC.

—Lauren B. Priddy of Starkville. The Newton native is a two-time MSU graduate who earned her bachelor’s degree in biological engineering in 2008 and master’s degree in biomedical engineering in 2010. She later earned a doctoral degree in bioengineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology. Priddy currently serves as an associate professor in the MSU Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering.

—J. Tedrick Ratcliff Jr. of Brandon. A Brookhaven native, Ratcliff is the executive vice president of CLAW Forestry Services LLC. He earned three degrees from MSU, including a 2007 bachelor’s degree in forestry, a 2008 MBA and a 2020 doctoral degree in forest resources.

—Caroline Riley of Atlanta, Georgia. The Murfreesboro, Tennessee, native is a 2015 interior design graduate who currently serves as an associate at Gensler, the world’s largest architecture firm.

—Victor C. Warnsley II of Washington, D.C. A 2009 business graduate, he is an airpower strategist and futurist for the U.S. Air Force. The Morton native also attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

—Tim Wolverton of Washington, D.C. The Starkville native is a 2009 MSU communication graduate who also earned a master’s degree in national security and strategic studies from the U.S. Naval War College. He currently serves as the legislative director for U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith.

—Feifei Zeng of Cambridge, Massachusetts. She is a 2018 double-major who holds bachelor’s degrees in marketing and foreign language. A native of Treviso, Italy, Zeng is currently pursuing a master’s degree in public policy from Harvard University.

To learn more about The Reveille 25 program, visit www.alumni.msstate.edu/reveille25 or contact Richardson at 662-325-3349 or arichardson@alumni.msstate.edu. More detailed information about the individual accomplishments of the honorees will also be added to the website prior to the awards ceremony.

The MSU Alumni Association was founded in 1885 by the first three graduating classes of then Mississippi Agricultural and Mechanical College. The full-service organization aims to serve the university’s more than 155,000 living alumni and currently includes more than 100 chapters and clubs. For more information about the association, visit www.alumni.msstate.edu.

MSU is Mississippi’s leading university, available online at www.msstate.edu.

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