Banking on the marijuana Industry

Banking on the marijuana Industry

WASHINGTON — It is legal to sell marijuana in 23 states. But pot businesses can’t deposit their money in banks because of federal banking laws. While the dilemma has been a back-burner issue in Congress for several years, a solution may be in the works. A...
White House race may lack energy

White House race may lack energy

Lower prices at the pump and increased domestic production of oil and natural gas have some experts predicting energy may be a secondary issue in the presidential campaign while remaining a factor in key down-ballot races. In 2016, the energy issue is likely to make...
Direct-to-Fan: Solving music marketing problems

Direct-to-Fan: Solving music marketing problems

WASHINGTON – Direct-to-fan is a multi-billion dollar missed opportunity for many artists who are stuck in the old “if you build it they will come” business model. Direct-to-fan turns that old model on its head – ask your best fans what they want and how they want it...
Horse and rider share unbreakable bond

Horse and rider share unbreakable bond

WASHINGTON — An 11-year-old horse named Crescendo competed in the Washington International Horse Show in mid-October. He didn’t win; he didn’t even place. But his rider, Morgan Dickerson, still called his performance “a miracle.” While...