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Yahoo
27-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
‘He was truly selfless': Annual Memorial Day run in Hamburg honors fallen hero
HAMBURG, N.Y. (WIVB) — Among Western New York's Memorial Day observances is an effort that honors fallen heroes through movement. The eighth annual Project 33 Memorial Run stepped off in Hamburg Monday morning in memory of Staff Sgt. Michael Simpson. From the shore of Hamburg Beach to the taps of Hamburg Brewing Company, 6.8 miles represent a sense of duty to remember the warriors who came before. 'We really have a responsibility to be that touchpoint for people to give them a name and a face,' said Samantha Gomolka, Project 33 Memorial Foundation's co-founder and director of development. 'While everyone takes a moment of silence today, their loss continues tomorrow and forever — missed birthdays, missed holidays. It was a life, not just a name.' With feet to pavement, more than 100 runners give their all in honor of those who gave everything. Project 33 was founded by Michael Gomolka and his wife, Samantha, to preserve the legacy of heroes within the Special Operations community who made the ultimate sacrifice. 'My husband has served for over 25 years in Special Operations,' Samantha Gomolka said. 'He wanted to run from his favorite place to a brewery close to our home and have a beer for his friends that he lost. Knowing the people of Hamburg, Buffalo and beyond, we knew that that idea was much bigger than just one man, and it has evolved into hundreds of us running together to honor our soldier.' Staff Sgt. Michael Simpson was a Green Beret who was killed in action 12 years ago during Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. With his wife and two sons at the finish line, this year's run is for him. 'Mike was the life of the party. He always wanted to make people laugh and he just brought joy to any space that he stepped into,' said Krista Simpson Anderson, Gold Star Spouse of Staff Sgt. Simpson. 'He wanted to help everyone. He'd give you the shirt off his back and he would invite people over for holidays that didn't have family in the area. He just wanted to give to others. He was truly selfless.' 'Every year up until this year, we've picked someone that my husband has served with personally,' Samantha Gomolka said. 'Krista Simpson Anderson has been a cherished friend of mine for over six years, and this year, we decided to not only honor the brotherhood of war but also the sisterhood that develops between the spouses, and this was the best way that we could honor her sacrifice and the loss of her husband, Michael.' Organizers encouraged participants to run in boots and body armor as a tribute to the service members they honor. 'We think about and honor Mike every day, and to just come out and see other people doing the same thing is really, really beautiful,' Simpson Anderson said. '(Our kids) were one and three when my husband died. There were a lot of people at his funeral but they don't remember, so for them to come out here and experience a community that really comes together to support our military, and they chose to honor Mike, is overwhelmingly special.' This year's proceeds will benefit the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation — a nonprofit dear to Krista, working to establish a permanent memorial in Washington, D.C., in memory of those like her late husband, Mike. 'This race honoring Mike will go towards that because we believe in the memorial wholeheartedly, and I know it will bring a lot of hope and healing to so many people that experienced this war,' Simpson Anderson said. * * * Jordan Norkus is an Emmy-nominated, award-winning anchor who has been with the News 4 team since 2021. See more of her work here or follow her on Facebook, X and Instagram. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Yahoo
Suspicious device in San Jose home rendered safe by bomb squad
SAN JOSE, Calif. - The San Jose Police Department's bomb squad has rendered a suspicious device inside a home safe on Friday night. Residents in the area of Toyon Court and Toyon Avenue had earlier been advised to shelter-in-place but that advisory was lifted. What we know Police said the incident began shortly after 5:30 p.m. The shelter-in-place, ordered as a precaution, was lifted at around 9:10 p.m. It is not clear how police became aware of the suspicious device. Further details on what the device was were not made available. Police blocked off Toyon Ave. from San Pablo Ave to Penitencia Creek Road while the advisory was in place. The roadways have since been reopened. Police at the scene could be seen interviewing area residents. The department's Special Operations Bomb Squad tactical vehicle was also at the scene. This is a developing story.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
McNally Capital Invests in Quiet Professionals, LLC
Strategic Investment in Quiet Professionals to Drive Next-Phase Growth in National Security Sector CHICAGO, May 21, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--McNally Capital, a private equity firm specializing in acquiring founder-, family-, and management-owned businesses in the lower middle market, is pleased to announce its late 2024 investment in Quiet Professionals, LLC, a leading provider of advanced technology and intelligence solutions for the U.S. national security community. McNally Capital partnered with Nio Advisors, LLC, in the acquisition of Quiet Professionals. Quiet Professionals' strong track record and mission-focused approach align well with McNally's investment strategy, extensive relationships in the national security sector, and proven approach to scaling mission-driven businesses. The partnership is expected to drive organic and inorganic growth, enabling Quiet Professionals to expand its capabilities and enhance support for the evolving Special Operations (SOF) community. Quiet Professionals, founded in 2013 by Andrew "Andy" Wilson, is a Tampa, Florida-based defense contractor known for its work in big data analytics, cybersecurity, machine learning, and geospatial intelligence for government clients. The company delivers elite talent and cutting-edge solutions to the Department of Defense and the intelligence community, with core services ranging from operational mission support and cloud services to open-source intelligence analysis. Quiet Professionals recently garnered industry attention by securing a $64.7 million U.S. Marine Corps contract to provide technical support for an intelligence system, bolstering its reputation as a mission-critical partner to the military. "Partnering with Quiet Professionals as a platform allows and encourages the business to invest significantly in new capabilities and capitalize on supporting the company in the evolving SOF and national security mission as a true mission partner," said Michael Ember, Principal at McNally Capital. "Our deep experience in the national security sector and history of partnering with founders enabled an ideal partnership with Andy and his team. We look forward to supporting the company and mission with unparalleled placement, access, and capital." Andy Wilson, Quiet Professionals' Founder and CEO, welcomed the partnership: "McNally Capital's investment is a game-changer for Quiet Professionals. We chose McNally because they understand our mission and have a proven track record of scaling companies like ours. With McNally's support, we'll be able to invest more in our people, products, and R&D and deliver even greater value to our customers and partners. My team of quiet professionals is ready and excited to take the company to new heights, continuing our unwavering support to those who protect our nation." Under the new partnership, Quiet Professionals will continue to operate under the leadership of Andy Wilson and its current management team. McNally Capital will bring additional resources and strategic guidance through its network of industry experts. The investment will enable Quiet Professionals to pursue strategic growth initiatives – such as developing next-generation analytics and AI tools, expanding service offerings, and potentially acquiring complementary businesses – to better serve the rapidly evolving needs of the defense and intelligence communities. About McNally Capital McNally Capital is a private equity firm based in Chicago, Illinois. The Firm is currently investing out of its committed buyout fund, McNally Capital Fund III, LP. The Firm pursues thesis-driven buyout investments in the lower middle market across two primary industries: Aerospace & Defense and Industrial Technology & Services. McNally Capital seeks to apply its hands-on experience, institutional capabilities, and proprietary value creation framework to its portfolio companies to benefit management teams in their next phase of growth and build value for McNally Capital's investors. Ward McNally, Co-CEO & Managing Partner, founded the firm in 2008. He is a sixth-generation member of the McNally family, which proudly owned and operated Rand McNally & Company for nearly 150 years until its sale in 1997. We believe these roots provide a deep appreciation of building and scaling companies that shape industries and endure for generations. This experience drove the Firm to invest capital into founder-, family-, and management-led businesses in the lower middle market on behalf of investors, with the goal of preserving legacies while capitalizing on possibilities. Today, the Firm consists of 20 team members dedicated to navigating transformation and growth for its portfolio companies through a rigorous, repeatable, and scalable value creation process. For more information, please visit About Quiet Professionals Quiet Professionals delivers cutting-edge technology and services to the SOF community and other key defense and national security partners. Its innovative solutions enable mission success and enhance operational readiness. For more information, please visit View source version on Contacts Nicole M. Henderson, Head of Fundraising & Investor Relations(312) 757-5158nhenderson@ Tyler Ashley, Head of Business Development(312) 767-2511tashley@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Associated Press
21-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
McNally Capital Invests in Quiet Professionals, LLC
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 21, 2025-- McNally Capital, a private equity firm specializing in acquiring founder-, family-, and management-owned businesses in the lower middle market, is pleased to announce its late 2024 investment in Quiet Professionals, LLC, a leading provider of advanced technology and intelligence solutions for the U.S. national security community. McNally Capital partnered with Nio Advisors, LLC, in the acquisition of Quiet Professionals. Quiet Professionals' strong track record and mission-focused approach align well with McNally's investment strategy, extensive relationships in the national security sector, and proven approach to scaling mission-driven businesses. The partnership is expected to drive organic and inorganic growth, enabling Quiet Professionals to expand its capabilities and enhance support for the evolving Special Operations (SOF) community. Quiet Professionals, founded in 2013 by Andrew 'Andy' Wilson, is a Tampa, Florida-based defense contractor known for its work in big data analytics, cybersecurity, machine learning, and geospatial intelligence for government clients. The company delivers elite talent and cutting-edge solutions to the Department of Defense and the intelligence community, with core services ranging from operational mission support and cloud services to open-source intelligence analysis. Quiet Professionals recently garnered industry attention by securing a $64.7 million U.S. Marine Corps contract to provide technical support for an intelligence system, bolstering its reputation as a mission-critical partner to the military. 'Partnering with Quiet Professionals as a platform allows and encourages the business to invest significantly in new capabilities and capitalize on supporting the company in the evolving SOF and national security mission as a true mission partner,' said Michael Ember, Principal at McNally Capital. 'Our deep experience in the national security sector and history of partnering with founders enabled an ideal partnership with Andy and his team. We look forward to supporting the company and mission with unparalleled placement, access, and capital.' Andy Wilson, Quiet Professionals' Founder and CEO, welcomed the partnership: 'McNally Capital's investment is a game-changer for Quiet Professionals. We chose McNally because they understand our mission and have a proven track record of scaling companies like ours. With McNally's support, we'll be able to invest more in our people, products, and R&D and deliver even greater value to our customers and partners. My team of quiet professionals is ready and excited to take the company to new heights, continuing our unwavering support to those who protect our nation.' Under the new partnership, Quiet Professionals will continue to operate under the leadership of Andy Wilson and its current management team. McNally Capital will bring additional resources and strategic guidance through its network of industry experts. The investment will enable Quiet Professionals to pursue strategic growth initiatives – such as developing next-generation analytics and AI tools, expanding service offerings, and potentially acquiring complementary businesses – to better serve the rapidly evolving needs of the defense and intelligence communities. About McNally Capital McNally Capital is a private equity firm based in Chicago, Illinois. The Firm is currently investing out of its committed buyout fund, McNally Capital Fund III, LP. The Firm pursues thesis-driven buyout investments in the lower middle market across two primary industries: Aerospace & Defense and Industrial Technology & Services. McNally Capital seeks to apply its hands-on experience, institutional capabilities, and proprietary value creation framework to its portfolio companies to benefit management teams in their next phase of growth and build value for McNally Capital's investors. Ward McNally, Co-CEO & Managing Partner, founded the firm in 2008. He is a sixth-generation member of the McNally family, which proudly owned and operated Rand McNally & Company for nearly 150 years until its sale in 1997. We believe these roots provide a deep appreciation of building and scaling companies that shape industries and endure for generations. This experience drove the Firm to invest capital into founder-, family-, and management-led businesses in the lower middle market on behalf of investors, with the goal of preserving legacies while capitalizing on possibilities. Today, the Firm consists of 20 team members dedicated to navigating transformation and growth for its portfolio companies through a rigorous, repeatable, and scalable value creation process. For more information, please visit About Quiet Professionals Quiet Professionals delivers cutting-edge technology and services to the SOF community and other key defense and national security partners. Its innovative solutions enable mission success and enhance operational readiness. For more information, please visit View source version on CONTACT: Nicole M. Henderson, Head of Fundraising & Investor Relations (312) 757-5158 [email protected] Ashley, Head of Business Development (312) 767-2511 [email protected] KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA ILLINOIS INDUSTRY KEYWORD: DEFENSE OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES HOMELAND SECURITY FINANCE MILITARY PUBLIC POLICY/GOVERNMENT OTHER DEFENSE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACTS PUBLIC SAFETY SECURITY AIR ENGINEERING SATELLITE TRANSPORT OTHER TECHNOLOGY SOFTWARE AEROSPACE MANUFACTURING HARDWARE DATA MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY WHITE HOUSE/FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ASSET MANAGEMENT OTHER POLICY ISSUES SOURCE: McNally Capital Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 05/21/2025 07:45 AM/DISC: 05/21/2025 07:44 AM
Globe and Mail
06-05-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Micro Cap Stock Surges After Key Announcement
A North Carolina-based tech firm stole the show on Tuesday after the company announced the development of its new Group 1 rotary wing UAS, specifically tailored for the U.S. Special Operations community. According to this morning's release, this cutting-edge platform is engineered to carry heavier payloads for longer durations. Traders rushed to buy up shares of Cyberlux Corp. (OTCPK:CYBL) following the news, pushing the micro cap up to $0.0067/share (+26.42%) at the early session high. This move was a strong continuation of this month's success. Cyberlux Corp is an advanced lighting technology company. It designs, develops and sells advanced lighting systems that utilize white, infrared (IR) and other light-emitting diodes (LEDs) as illumination elements. It serves Department of Defense (DoD), Commercial channels and Design Services customers. Copyright © 2025 All rights reserved. Republication or redistribution of content is expressly prohibited without the prior written consent of shall not be liable for any errors or delays in the content, or for any actions taken in reliance thereon. View more of this article on About Media, Inc.: Founded in 1999, is one of North America's leading platforms for micro-cap insights. Catering to both Canadian and U.S. markets, we provide a wealth of resources and expert content designed for everyone—from beginner investors to seasoned traders. is rapidly gaining recognition as a leading authority in the micro-cap space, with our insightful content prominently featured across numerous top-tier financial platforms, reaching a broad audience of investors and industry professionals. Want to showcase your company's story to a powerful network of investors? We can help you elevate your message and make a lasting impact. Contact us today. Contact: Media, Inc.
