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False gunfire alarm sparks mall lockdown after jewelry theft

by Ignacia Vera

Hackensack police confirmed no injuries after a jewelry theft triggered a mall-wide lockdown on Tuesday. Photo: Andry Sasongko/Pexels A smash-and-grab robbery at Bloomingdale’s in Hackensack, New Jersey, on Tuesday created confusion after the sound of a shattered jewelry display case led to multiple 911 calls reporting gunfire. Police later confirmed no shots were fired, but the alarm triggered a SWAT team deployment and mall-wide lockdown before officers determined it was…

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A woman with brown hair poses at night against a blue brick wall in Fayetteville, AR. Photo: Chase R. Smith/Pexels Craig and Laura Underwood, owners of Underwoods Fine Jewelers in Fayetteville, Arkansas, have donated 38 acres of land to the city to create Underwood Park, a new recreational space in an area that previously lacked public green areas. The donation directly addresses a long-standing gap in northwest Fayetteville where residents…

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New Make-A-Wish Center Opens in Knoxville

by Ignacia Vera

The location includes the Level Up Lounge, a area designed for teenagers to relax and discuss their wishes. JTV has helped open a new wish-planning space in Knoxville, Tennessee. The facility, known as The Wishing Place, is located on the JTV campus at 190 Hayfield Road. It serves as a new home for the local Make-A-Wish chapter, providing office space and hosting various events for families and donors. A Space…

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Titanium aviation watch blends rugged design with pilot-friendly features

The Formex AirField watch blends titanium durability with pilot-friendly features for rugged...

Francisca Fuentes • Oct 3, 2026 • Cut Chronicles

Titanium aviation watch blends rugged design with pilot-friendly features

F ashionable individuals posing near an aircraft in a hangar, showcasing style and aviation themes. Photo: Patricia Bozan/Pexels The Formex AirField watch merges the brand’s established rugged design with aviation-inspired features, all built around a hardened 40 mm titanium...

case. Unlike traditional pilot watches, it avoids retro styling while retaining core functionality—clarity, durability, and adaptability—for both ground and air use. The result delivers a timepiece equally suited to cockpits and outdoor adventures. The titanium case, now hardened to 900...

Jewelry industry leaders honored at AGS awards

The 2026 AGS awards in Las Vegas honored jewelry industry leaders in...

Carolina Lopez • Sep 30, 2026 • Gem Sourcing

Jewelry industry leaders honored at AGS awards

P ortrait of a young woman with a floral earring against a dark background. Photo: cottonbro studio/Pexels The 2026 American Gem Society Conclave recognized industry leaders across gemology, law enforcement, and jewelry education at its annual awards ceremony in...

Las Vegas. Three major honors were presented during the September 16 keynote session, followed by the Young Titleholder of the Year award and scholarships for emerging professionals. The Sallie Morton Award, given for scientific contributions to gemology, went to Guy...

Family jewelry businesses often fail over hidden succession conflicts

Family jewelry businesses often fail due to hidden succession conflicts, not valuation...

Ignacia Vera • Sep 27, 2026 • Cut Chronicles

Family jewelry businesses often fail over hidden succession conflicts

S uccession Is Not An Accident Creating A Store Transition Where Everyone Can Win 1 2 Succession Is Not An Accident Creating A Store Transition Where Everyone Can Win. Photo: Gustavo Fring/Pexels The most common error in jewelry store...

succession plans involves not valuation, financing, or legal documentation. Instead, it stems from a failure to communicate effectively. Owners frequently assume their intentions are self-evident—until they prove otherwise. The issue begins when families postpone discussions about expectations, roles, and legacy...

New Make-A-Wish Center Opens in Knoxville

A new wish-planning space called The Wishing Place opens on the JTV...

Ignacia Vera • Sep 23, 2026 • Vault Reports

New Make-A-Wish Center Opens in Knoxville

T he location includes the Level Up Lounge, a area designed for teenagers to relax and discuss their wishes. JTV has helped open a new wish-planning space in Knoxville, Tennessee. The facility, known as The Wishing Place, is located...

on the JTV campus at 190 Hayfield Road. It serves as a new home for the local Make-A-Wish chapter, providing office space and hosting various events for families and donors. A Space for Hope The location includes the Level Up...