The Maloofs could still own a small stake in the Kings after the deal, which has yet to be finalized.

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One of the classic truths about leaders, including once-and-future kings and small business owners, is that stumbling is virtually ordained.

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With his savings, he bought land in Kings County to grow cherries and raise a small herd of cattle in the hills of Tulare.

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Marcus is now dining out on the fact that his small company (total 9 staff) was highlighted as a great site by the kings of design in Cupertino.

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The Ride of the Kings is an annual procession associated with the Christian feast of Pentecost in four small towns in south-eastern Czech Republic.

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Thus was born the current profusion of small-batch bourbons, boutique whiskies made with at least 51% corn (see: " The Kings of Bourbon").

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