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Bruce Springsteen Set to Launch a New Album This Fall

In about 20 years, Mike Loftus, the founder of MLE Merchandising & Sign Solutions Inc. in Elmhurst, a Chicago Suburb in Illinois, has increased the company's revenue to more than $40 million from the $40,000 he initially invested. When not in charge of business operations at Elmurst, Mike Loftus enjoys listening to music from his favorite artists, Bob Seger and Bruce Springsteen.

Bruce Springsteen, a famous American songwriter, singer, and rock performer, has produced some top internationally recognized songs and albums for over four decades. Rolling Stone magazine founder Jann Wenner recently revealed that Bruce Springsteen would launch a new boss record album in the fall of 2022, according to Rolling Stone UK.

"There's a new Bruce [Springsteen] record coming out this fall, which is stunning. I'm listening to that," Wenner revealed in an interview discussing the disparities between modern pop and hip hop and rock 'n' roll, where he showed his love for the Rolling Stones. Wenner, who recently worked with Springsteen at a book launch in New York City, seemed confident about the launch but did not provide further details.

Springsteen revealed plans for a 2023 world tour with his E street band, increasing the anticipation of fresh materials from fans. This makes Wenner's confirmation of the new album something to go by.

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Popular Brands of Personal Watercraft Boats

Mike Loftus is the owner and president of MLE Merchandising & Sign Solutions, Inc., a branding company located in Elmhurst in Chicago, IL. In addition, Mike Loftus is a den leader of the Cub Scouts of America and thoroughly enjoys boating.

Personal watercraft is a broad term that refers to boats less than 13 ft long propelled by an inboard jet drive and designed to be operated by a person either standing, sitting, or kneeling. People also refer to personal watercraft as water scooters.

There are three well-known brands of personal watercraft: Jet Skis, WaveRunners, and Sea-Doos. Jet Skis are the most recognized of all three brands. Made by Kawasaki, a company with a reputation for producing fast personal watercraft, they are neat, fast boats with a broad range of prototypes. However, jet skis are costly compared to other brands.

A close second, WaveRunners are durable, precise, and powerful personal watercraft produced by Yamaha. WaveRunners deliver a ton of speed while being family-friendly and have received several Watercraft of the Year awards. Yamaha produces four WaveRunner series comprising 18 different models.

Sea-Doos is the oldest brand of personal watercraft. It is the most affordable option for personal watercraft, produced by Bombardier and designed by Clayton Jacobson in the 1960s. Sea-Doos has six available models and won numerous awards, including the Red Dot design awards.

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A Brief History of the Chicago Cubs

Mike Loftus is the president of MLE Merchandising & Sign Solutions, a marketing company located in Elmhurst in Chicago, IL. When Mike Loftus isn't working on his branding services in Elmhurst, he enjoys food, travel, boating, and watching the Chicago cubs playing baseball.

The Chicago Cubs is a professional American baseball team. Based in Chicago, the Cubs are also called the North Siders or Cubbies. The players play their home games at Wrigley Field. They also play in the National League Central division and have three world titles from 1907, 1908, and 2016.

Originally known as the Chicago White Stockings, the Cubs were the founding charter members of the National League in 1876. They were the earliest professional North American sports team and won six out of the initial eleven championships held by the National League. The Cubs set a major league record in 1906 with 116 wins, winning their first World Series title in 1907 and again in 1908.

In 1916, the Cubs moved into Weeghman Park, which was renamed Wrigley Field in 1926. They won National League titles in 1910 and 1918 and National League pennants in 1929, 1932, 1935, and 1938. However, they experienced their first World Series loss in 1929. After an incident at a 1945 World Series game involving a tavern owner and a goat, the Cubs did not return to the World Series for over seventy years until their next World Series win in 2016.

The club's history after 1945 is filled with many ups and downs, but despite this, they were the second team in the history of Major League Baseball to document 10,000 wins.

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Self-Adhesive Vinyl Signage

Accomplished branding entrepreneur and executive Mike Loftus leads MLE Merchandising and Sign Solutions, which is located in the Chicago, Illinois suburb of Elmhurst, IL. Mike Loftus is also based in Elmhurst, where he and the MLE team offer a wide range of branding services, including sign production.

Self-adhesive vinyl is a popular material for commercial outdoor signs. Companies often use it to create colorful and high-resolution advertising signs. In addition to being durable, self-adhesive vinyl is versatile and sticks to many surfaces, including concrete (in flooring applications), plastic, and metal. It also bends easily around curved surfaces due to its thinness and flexibility.

Self-adhesive vinyl is heat-tolerant and can withstand temperatures up to 162 degrees Fahrenheit. Also waterproof, it is suitable for indoor and outdoor applications. Permanent outdoor vinyl, a type of self-adhesive vinyl, often has a glossy finish.

Another type of self-adhesive vinyl (called removable indoor vinyl) can be used indoors. Unlike outdoor vinyl, this type of vinyl is designed for temporary use and has a matte finish. Temporary use (in this context) means it can be easily removed from a surface later.

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The Difference Between Revenue and Retained Earnings

A resident of the western Chicago suburb of Elmhurst, IL, Mike Loftus serves as the president of MLE Merchandising and Sign Solutions. His company offers branding services to retail, construction, and hospitality companies. Under Mike Loftus’ leadership, the Elmhurst company has reached a revenue of $40 million, with more than 15,000 projects under its belt in the last three years alone.

Net revenue is calculated by deducting a business’ production/service costs from its gross revenue. The entire proceeds accumulated within a year. Costs like allowances, sales discounts, and commissions are factored into this calculation. Businesses settle the cost of production or operations using net revenue.

Retained earnings are all that’s left of a business’ revenue after operation costs (direct and indirect costs), dividends to shareholders, and income tax have been removed. Retained earnings can be reinvested in a business. For instance, most businesses fund marketing, R&D, and new equipment purchases with their retained earnings. Reasonable retained earnings increase loan prospects since banks scrutinize retained earnings before lending money to businesses.

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Recipe for Hawaiian Grilled Teriyaki Chicken

A resident of Elmhurst, Illinois, Mike Loftus oversees all the divisions of his company, MLE merchandising & sign solutions Inc. Mike Loftus also enjoys cooking especially grilled food, in his free time. If you're looking for a simple grilled dish that can be enjoyed alone or with a side, the Hawaiian grilled teriyaki chicken is a good option. Whether you're eating it alone or with a side dish, the recipe remains the same and is easy to follow. First, put your ingredients together. To prepare this dish, you'll need 1 1/2 lbs chicken thighs, preferably boneless and skinless, 1 cup soy sauce, 1 cup packed brown sugar, 1 cup pineapple juice, 4 chopped garlic cloves, and 1 fresh minced tablespoon of ginger. Begin by placing the chicken thighs in a bowl or large Ziploc bag and then setting them aside. To make the marinade, mix up the rest of your ingredients in a medium-sized mixing bowl until the sugar dissolves. If you have your chicken in a bag, pour the marinade in, push the air out, and shut it tightly. If you use a bowl, pour the marinade over the chicken and cover it. Refrigerate for a maximum of one night or a minimum of 4 hours. After, take the chicken out of the bag and set it aside. Remember not to throw away the marinade. Next, pour out the marinade into a medium saucepan and let it simmer. Place your chicken on a grill, and then using a brush, lather some of the hot marinade over the top of the chicken. Avoid placing the brush back into the marinade after brushing the chicken. Set your grill to 165 degrees internal temp and wait until your chicken is done. For the final step, take your chicken off the grill and set it on a baking dish. Pour the rest of your marinade over it and serve.

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Psychological Benefits of Travel

Mike Loftus is the president of MLE Merchandising and Sign Solutions, Inc., which specializes in branding, signs, advertising, printing, and retail construction. His company, MLE, has completed more than 15,000 jobs in the last three years. He resides in Elmhurst, Illinois, and in his downtime, Mike Loftus enjoys traveling. Traveling is beneficial to one's mental health. It enables one to visit new locations, see new cultures, and escape regular daily routines. Getting out there and seeing the world can help you develop your creativity. People who travel tend to see and experience different things, ultimately increasing their creativity. They develop better problem-solving skills through exposure to diverse cultures, learning new languages, and sampling different types of food and music. Moving on, one of the many psychological advantages of travel is that it aids in the reduction of stress and anxiety. Travel has been associated with stress reduction and can help alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression. Vacations can help people relax by distancing them from stress-inducing environments or activities. Allowing your brain to turn off and de-stress while on vacation can lessen the risk of heart attack, improve sleep quality, and boost productivity. Regardless of your business schedule and the social activities you engage in, it is important to take time out to rest. The consequence of failing to do so is burnout, which can harm your overall health and well-being. Going on vacations is the best way to escape from the stress of your daily activities. It gives you an opportunity to unwind, rest and recharge so that you can return to your normal routine activities feeling better.

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Notre Dame's Three All-Time Leaders in Passing Yards

The recipient of a bachelor's degree in business administration from Winona State University, Mike Loftus is the president of Elmhurst, IL-based MLE Merchandising & Sign Solutions, Inc. Since launching MLE in 2002, Mike Loftus has expanded the middle market company into 14 states and grown its annual revenue to exceed $25 million. He enjoys watching sports in his free time, and counts the University of Notre Dame Fighting Irish as his favorite college football team. A total of 144 players have thrown at least one pass as quarterback of the Fighting Irish since the team's inception in 1899. Here are the team’s three all-time leaders in passing yards: 1. Brady Quinn - Quinn played 49 games as quarterback at Notre Dame from 2003 to 2006, accumulating a school record 11,762 passing yards, in addition to 95 touchdowns. He finished third in Heisman Trophy voting in his senior year and was selected 22nd overall by the Cleveland Browns in the 2007 NFL Draft. 2. Jimmy Clausen - Through three seasons with Notre Dame, Clausen recorded 8,148 passing yards and 60 touchdowns. He was particularly impressive during his final season with the team in 2009, as he had 3,722 passing yards and 28 touchdowns for a passing efficiency rating of 161.4. He was picked by the Carolina Panthers in the second round of the 2010 NFL Draft. 3. Tommy Rees - Rees debuted with the Fighting Irish in 2010 and accumulated 7,670 passing yards and 61 touchdowns in 47 games through four seasons. He finished his collegiate career with only 68 more passing yards than Ron Powlus, who ranks fourth all-time in passing yards at Notre Dame.

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Chicago Cubs Starting Pitcher Alec Mills Throws No-Hitter

Based in Elmhurst, IL, Mike Loftus is the president of MLE Merchandising & Sign Solutions, Inc. He founded the multifaceted signage company in 2002 and has since expanded its operations to 14 states with total annual revenue exceeding $25 million. Outside his work with MLE, Mike Loftus enjoys following the Chicago Cubs of Major League Baseball (MLB). Cubs' starting pitcher Alec Mills threw the 16th no-hitter in franchise history on September 13 in the team's 12-0 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers. The last Cubs no-hitter was thrown by Jake Arietta in 2016. His catcher for that game was David Ross, who now serves as manager of the Cubs and is only the 11th manager in MLB history to manage and catch a no-hitter. Mills' no-hit performance was the second this season and the 305th in MLB history. The 28 year old threw a career-high 114 pitches and struck out five batters in the victory. That ties him with Dallas Braden for the fewest strikeouts in a no-hit performance. Mills struck out Tyrone Taylor for the second out in the ninth inning, and Jace Peterson grounded out to shortstop Javy Baez for the final out of the game.

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The Highest Rated NCAA Game of All Time

As company president, Mike Loftus has driven activities at MLE Merchandising and Sign Solutions, Inc., in Elmhurst, IL, a western suburb of Chicago, since 2002. Outside of his work at MLE, Mike Loftus enjoys following a variety of sports, including the March Madness college basketball tournament. A 68-team, single-elimination, collegiate basketball tournament, March Madness was established in 1939. The tournament has developed into one of the most popular sporting events in the United States, with many fans filling out brackets in hopes of predicting the tournament winner. Despite the continued success of the event, no game has surpassed the popularity of the 1979 final between Michigan State and Indiana State. Aired on NBC, the 1979 championship game received a 24.1 rating, drawing more than 35 million viewers. By comparison, the 2019 final between Virginia and Texas Tech received an 11.6 rating, with 19.63 million viewers on CBS. The driving forces behind the 1979 game’s popularity were the talents of opposing players Larry Bird, of Indiana State, and Michigan's Magic Johnson. Michigan won 75-64, led by Johnson’s 24 points. The game served as a preview of the professional rivalry the two would have, highlighted by 19 games in the National Basketball Association (NBA) Finals. Other highly rated March Madness games include Georgetown and Villanova in 1985, Duke against Michigan in 1992, and North Carolina State versus Houston in 1983, all of which averaged more than a 22 rating.

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The MLB Home Run Chase of 1998

Mike Loftus has driven operations at MLE Merchandising and Sign Solutions, Inc., in Elmhurst, Illinois, as company president since 2002. When he is not managing all daily operations and brand services at MLE, Mike Loftus enjoys supporting local sports teams, including the Chicago Cubs. In 1998, right fielder Sammy Sosa of the Chicago Cubs and the St. Louis Cardinal’s Mark McGuire attempted to break the Major League Baseball (MLB) single season home run record of 61, set by Roger Maris in 1961. The resulting competition, known as the 1998 home run chase, drew significant national attention. Leading up to the chase, McGuire and Ken Griffey Jr. fell short of Maris’ record in both 1996 and 1997. McGuire remained on course to beat Maris’ record for almost the entirety of 1998, though his projected total hit a low of 58.9 at the start of May. By the end of the month, he was on track to surpass 80. Moving into June, however, Sosa made great strides in the contest. He had just 13 home runs entering the month, less than half of McGuire’s total, but a record setting 20 home runs over the course of June brought him to a tie with Griffey and just four short of McGuire’s 37. While each player’s fortunes varied over the rest of the summer, Sosa and McGuire found themselves locked at 55 home runs at the start of September. Early in the month, McGuire hit the record tying 61st home run of his season against none other than Sosa’s Cubs, and the following day he connected on his shortest home run of the season, also against the Cubs, to break the MLB record. Sosa, who embraced McGuire on field, tied him at 62 a few days later, but his rival ultimately ended the season with 70, second all time to Barry Bond’s 73 homers in 2001, while Sosa’s 66 remains good for third all time.

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Cubs Go Heavy on Pitchers in 2019 MLB Draft

As the president of Elk Grove Village, Illinois-based MLE Merchandising & Sign Solutions, Mike Loftus has grown the brand services company to achieve annual revenue exceeding $25 million. When he isn't leading MLE, Mike Loftus enjoys following his favorite professional sports teams, including Major League Baseball's Chicago Cubs. The 2019 MLB Amateur Draft took place in June and the Cubs utilized its first 10 picks to improve its pitching depth. Chicago, which according to ESPN has the 29th-ranked minor league system, selected pitchers with seven of its first 10 picks. With its first-round pick, 27th overall, the team selected Fresno State right-handed pitcher Ryan Jensen. In his junior year last season, Jensen posted a win-loss record of 12-1 to go along with a 2.88 earned run average (ERA) and 107 strikeouts versus only 27 walks. Chicago selected UCLA infielder Chase Strumpf with its second-round pick, but used its next three picks on pitchers. Louisville right-handed pitcher Michael McAvene was taken with the team's third-round pick. Pitching out of the bullpen, McAvene recorded seven saves and registered a 2.73 ERA through 33 innings last season. He also had 50 strikeouts. Other pitchers drafted in the first 10 rounds by Chicago include Chris Clarke (USC), Josh Burgmann (Washington), and Davidjohn Herz (Terry Sanford High School).

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Six Notre Dame Players Selected in 2019 NFL Draft

As president of MLE Merchandising & Sign Solutions in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, Mike Loftus oversees the middle market company's efforts in signage design, production, and installation. Outside of his work with MLE, Mike Loftus is an avid sports fan who counts the Notre Dame Fighting Irish as his favorite college football team. The 2019 NFL Draft took place in April, and six Notre Dame players were chosen in the seven-round draft. Defensive tackle Jerry Tillery was the first Fighting Irish player to hear his name called as he was selected 28th overall by the Los Angeles Chargers. Labeled an "instant starter" by NFL.com, Tillery registered eight quarterback sacks and three forced fumbles this past season. Miles Boykin was the second Notre Dame player to be selected. The Baltimore Ravens took the wide receiver late in the third round. A native of Tinley Park, Illinois, Boykin had 59 catches for eight touchdowns and 872 yards last season. Four Fighting Irish alumni were selected on the final day of the draft: cornerback Julian Love (New York Giants), linebacker Drue Tranquill (Chargers), running back Dexter Williams (Green Bay Packers), and tight end Alize Mack (New Orleans Saints). The 2019 NFL Draft marked the fourth time in the past seven years that at least six Fighting Irish players were drafted.

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Early March Madness Games Set Streaming Records

Since establishing MLE Merchandising & Sign Solutions in 2002, Mike Loftus of Elk Grove Village, Illinois, has led the company to achieve annual revenue in excess of $25 million. In addition to managing MLE, Mike Loftus is a passionate sports fan who enjoys watching the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, better known as March Madness. The first week of the NCAA Tournament, which concluded on March 24, was a major ratings success for CBS, Turner Sports, and the online streaming hub NCAA March Madness Live. The number of people using the streaming platform and the number of live hours of game action consumed increased by more than 25 percent from last year and set all-time streaming records for the platform. Moreover, NCAA March Madness social media accounts saw a 56-percent increase in engagement compared to last year. On TV, the first two rounds of March Madness drew the second-highest rating in nearly 30 years, while overall viewership was up 8 percent from the same time last year.

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Cubs Pitcher Kyle Hendricks Signs Four-Year Contract Extension

Mike Loftus founded MLE Merchandising & Sign Solutions in 2002 in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. He has since grown MLE to a business with more than 100 employees in 14 states. A sports fan, Mike Loftus counts the Chicago Cubs as his favorite Major League Baseball (MLB) team. The Cubs secured an important part of their pitching staff on March 26 when they signed veteran right-handed pitcher Kyle Hendricks to a four-year contract extension worth $55.5 million. The contract includes a $16 million vesting option should Hendricks finish among the top three in National League (NL) Cy Young voting; he finished third in voting in 2016 when he led the NL with a 2.13 earned run average (ERA) to go along with a win-loss record of 16-8. Originally drafted in the 39th round of the 2008 MLB Amateur Draft by the Los Angeles Angels, Hendricks instead opted to play for Dartmouth College. Three years later, he was an eighth-round pick of the Texas Rangers. Hendricks was dealt to the Cubs along with Christian Villanueva in exchange for Ryan Dempster in 2012 and made his big league debut with the club in 2014.

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The Story behind the Development of Neon Signs

The president of MLE Merchandising and Sign Solutions, Inc., in Elk Grove, Illinois, Mike Loftus focuses on branding services that include sign production and installation. Overseeing exterior and interior projects with MLE, Inc., Mike Loftus has a longstanding interest in the history and development of advertising signs. One of the iconic 20th century signifiers of storefronts, the neon sign has a history extending to 1675, when Jean Picard, a French astronomer, observed a glow arising from a mercury barometer tube when it was shaken. This static electricity-related phenomenon proved useful following the invention of electrical generators, when glass Geissler tubes were used in the creation of vapor lamps. Electricity was applied to the gas within the lamp, which caused the gas to glow. In 1910 a sealed tube of the rare gas neon was created that, when charged, created a glowing lamp. After the inventor of this technique received a U.S. patent in 1915, the gas-filled tubes quickly spread as a way of creating illuminated advertising signage. “Neon” signs are not limited to the use of neon gas as an element. While neon glows red, more than 150 hues can be produced employing other gases and elements such as mercury, phosphor, helium, and argon.

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Making an Egg Scramble on the Grill

Mike Loftus leads MLE Merchandising and Sign Solutions, Inc., and is a respected presence in the Elk Grove Village, Illinois community. Beyond his work with MLE, Inc., Mike Loftus has a passion for trying out new culinary creations on the grill, including breakfast. One of the secrets of using the grill for traditional breakfast items such as scrambled eggs involves the use of indirect heat. With a gas grill this involves closing the lid and heating the grill to around 400 degrees. With a two or three zone grill, one zone is left unlit in the preheating process. A grill-friendly cooking vessel can be created by making a double-layered boat out of sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil. The two layers helps ensure sturdy folded edges and corners that handily contain a whisked egg mixture. The boats are initially warmed by placing them on the lit end of the grill for half a minute. Filled with egg mixture, which can include ingredients such as peppers and onions, the boats are then set on the unlit side of the grill and the lid is closed. This allows the scramble to softly set over a five minute period, at which point it is ready to be topped with chives, cheese, avocado, and salsa.