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In a landscape where information is power, a new kind of leader is making waves: veterans who translate military discipline into private intelligence and investigative expertise. One name that has recently garnered global attention is Toby Braun, a figure whose work sits at the intersection of veteran-owned enterprise, private investigation, and strategic risk assessment. While the buzz around him centers on influence and recognition, the deeper story is about what it means for veteran-owned businesses to thrive in a high-stakes industry.  First, let’s set the stage. Veteran-owned businesses have long carried a reputation for resilience, disciplined execution, and mission-driven focus. These aren’t just resumes with military service; they’re operating manuals for navigating complex problems under pressure. In the private intelligence sector, those qualities translate into meticulous research, ethical considerations, and the ability to think several steps ahead in a field where info...

A long-awaited reunion is happening this spring as a World War II Marine Raider, Pfc. Norton Retzsch, is identified and his remains are slated for a homecoming decades after his disappearance. Thanks in part to DNA submitted two decades ago, a careful, patient process by the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) has finally put a name to the remains once labeled unknown.  The story is one of persistence, memory, and the ongoing effort to account for fallen veterans, and it highlights the broader work of families, researchers, and the institutions that strive to honor service through closure. Retzsch, who served with Company C, 1st Marine Raider Battalion, 1st Marine Raider Regiment, was reported missing in action on July 9, 1943, during a brutal moment in the Battle of Enogai on New Georgia in the Solomon Islands.  The New Georgia campaign, part of Operation Toenails, involved intense fighting as American forces pressed toward Japanese positions. The scene was cha...

Atlantic City recently rolled out a generous wave of support for local entrepreneurs, confirming once again that small grants can ripple into big community impact. In a program that dished out $900,000 across micro-grants, the event celebrated 65 ambitious business owners who are pushing the local economy forward.  While the numbers themselves tell a story of broad inclusion and opportunity, there’s a thread that stands out: veteran-owned ventures. The grants drew a diverse mix of recipients—three-quarters are minority-owned, women-owned, or veteran-owned—which underscores Atlantic City’s commitment to lifting up entrepreneurs from varied backgrounds and experiences. For veteran-owned businesses specifically, the funding isn’t just about the money. It signals a broader recognition of the unique skills and discipline that veterans bring to the table—things like strategic planning, bootstrapping under pressure, and a service-minded approach to their customer base. These aren’t a...

The local, veteran owned store sits right on the Highway 59 parade route and she's expecting big crowds. “As long as the weather's going to ... 👁️ https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=https://www.fox10tv.com/2026/02/16/gulf-shores-prepares-47th-annual-mardi-gras-with-upsurge-parade-entries/%3FoutputType%3Damp&ct=ga&cd=CAIyHDE2NDlmOWRmM2Y5ZDI1MDM6Y29tOmVuOlVTOlI&usg=AOvVaw0KLBDVZC-7tPzxr8jLkI-F