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Virgin Money today announced that it has extended its title sponsorship of the London Marathon through '17 "after this weekend's race brought big crowds on to the city's streets." Virgin Money has been title sponsor of the race since '10 (REUTERS, 4/22).

New Balance announced a $1M donation to The One Fund Boston to aid those affected by last Monday's Boston Marathon bombings (New Balance).

NBA draft prospect G Brandon Paul has selected DC-based law firm Williams & Connolly for representation in all contracts, personal appearances, corporate partnerships and other business opportunities (Williams & Connolly).

The Charlotte City Council tonight is expected to vote on an agreement with the NFL Panthers in which the city would contribute $87M to Bank of America Stadium improvements (AP, 4/22).

Veritix today announced that it has extended its ticketing deal with the NCAA. The extension of the deal, which first began in '09, also will see the company begin to provide increased services and integration to the governing body (Veritix).

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