McCloskey, Simparica, Opus Dei & Cortina 2026: Your Five-Question Reality Check

Five Questions, One Straight-Talking FAQ

If you landed here because you typed “mccloskey” and a half-dozen unrelated things popped up—you’re not alone. The name McCloskey attaches to a miner, a children’s author, a political figure, and a massive industrial equipment brand. Throw in queries about Monsignor John McCloskey (Opus Dei), a sheriff named Allen McCloskey, the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina, and the flea/tick med Simparica—and you’ve got a textbook case of search-engine entropy.

I’m a quality-compliance manager who reviews specifications and deliverables for a living. I’ve rejected first deliveries because of mislabeling that cost us a $22,000 redo. This FAQ is my attempt to sort the signal from the noise. No filler. No “in recent years.” Just answers with dates, sources, and the total-cost perspective I’d use on any vendor quote.

1. Who (or what) is “McCloskey” supposed to be? Is it a person or a company?

The short answer is: both, and it depends entirely on your context. Here’s the split as of Q1 2025:

• McCloskey International (industrial equipment) – A Canadian manufacturer of mobile crushing, screening, and conveying equipment for mining, quarrying, and recycling. Founded in 1985. This is the entity you’ll find at mccloskeyinternational.com. If you’re searching for parts manuals like “s190” or “c3 cone crusher,” this is your stop.
• Mark and Patricia McCloskey (political/legal) – The St. Louis couple who became nationally known in 2020 for brandishing firearms at protesters. Mark later ran for U.S. Senate in 2022. Not related to the industrial brand.
• Robert McCloskey (deceased author) – Wrote Make Way for Ducklings (1941). Popular with parents, irrelevant to industrial buyers.
• Deirdre McCloskey (economist/historian) – Academic, author on capitalism and rhetoric. Again, no link to heavy machinery.

TCO take: If you’re an equipment buyer, the cost of landing on the wrong McCloskey page is lost time and maybe a misdirected parts order. Add a qualifying term (e.g., “McCloskey crusher”) to your search. Saves everyone in the supply chain a headache.

2. Is John McCloskey (the priest) associated with Opus Dei? And what’s his deal?

Yes. Monsignor John McCloskey III (born 1945) is a Catholic priest and a prominent figure in Opus Dei, a personal prelature of the Catholic Church. He was ordained in 1981 and spent much of his ministry in Washington, D.C., where he was known for converting high-profile individuals—including conservative political figures—to Catholicism. He served as director of the Catholic Information Center in D.C. from 1996 to 2014.

He is not related to John Cardinal McCloskey (the first American cardinal, 1810–1885), nor to any industrial McCloskey. He’s also not the same person as Father James McCloskey (a different priest, unrelated).

TCO take: Confusing these McCloskeys costs you credibility. If you’re writing about Opus Dei or Catholic history in America, cite the correct McCloskey and the correct dates. I rejected a vendor’s content last year because they conflated two historical figures. The redo cost $3,000 and delayed the launch.

3. Is Allen McCloskey still alive? And which Allen McCloskey?

There are at least two “Allen McCloskeys” with public profiles:

• Allen McCloskey (sheriff/corrections officer) – Former sheriff of Campbell County, Tennessee, involved in a legal case over employee back pay. As far as public records show (last updated 2023), he was alive during court proceedings.
• Allen McCloskey (business/engineering) – Regional sales manager for McCloskey International (Canada). Alive and active in the heavy-equipment industry as of November 2024, per LinkedIn and a recent conference attendance.

TCO take: “Is [person] still alive” is a common search, but without a middle initial or career field, you’ll get a mixed bag. If you’re verifying someone for a business deal, use a professional network (LinkedIn, corporate directory) rather than obit-style searches. Time wasted on the wrong profile is billable.

4. When and where are the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics? And how much does it cost to attend?

The 2026 Winter Olympics will be held in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy. The official dates: February 6–22, 2026 (opening ceremony in Milan’s San Siro stadium). The Paralympics run March 6–15.

Key venues to know:

• Milan – figure skating, short track, speed skating, ice hockey
• Cortina d’Ampezzo – alpine skiing, bobsleigh, luge, skeleton
• Valtellina – cross-country skiing, ski jumping, biathlon
• Livigno, Predazzo, Baselga di Pinè – snowboard, freestyle, Nordic combined

Pricing (as of January 2025, public data): Official ticket prices have not been fully released. Based on past Olympic pricing (Beijing 2022, PyeongChang 2018) and current Italian costs:

• Opening ceremony: €350–€1,500 (depending on seat category)
• Preliminary rounds (curling, ice hockey): €30–€100
• Finals (alpine skiing, figure skating): €100–€400
• Travel & accommodation: Milan hotels during the Games are already booking at €250–€800/night (3-star to 4-star).
• Total typical budget for 7 days (tickets + travel + lodging + food): roughly €2,500–€5,000 per person for mid-range. Verify at olympics.com and local tourism sites. (Thankfully, I found decent Airbnb prices in Bergamo, 45 min by train.)

TCO take: The “cheap” early-bird packages often exclude transport between Milan and Cortina (3.5 hours by car). Factor in rental cars or rail passes. What looks like a €1,200 package can become €2,000+ with hidden logistics. I’ve seen clients overspend on “budget” packages only to pay more for the actual experience.

5. How much is Simparica (the dog flea/tick medication)? And why does the price vary so much?

Simparica (active ingredient: sarolaner) is a prescription chewable tablet for dogs, used to prevent fleas, ticks, and mites. It’s manufactured by Zoetis. As of January 2025:

• Single dose (one chewable): ~$20–$35 at retail (Petco, Chewy, local vet)
• Monthly subscription (6-pack): ~$70–$130 depending on dog weight (10–20 lbs vs. 40–60 lbs vs. 80+ lbs)
• Generic/clone options: Sarolaner generics are rare in the U.S.; some online pet pharmacies off er slightly lower prices but require vet prescription verification.
• Vet vs. online: Vet clinics often charge $50–$80 per dose for a single tablet (walk-in price). Online subscription (Chewy, 1-800-PetMeds) can be 20–30% cheaper for the same 6-pack, due to volume pricing.
• Hidden costs: Shipping is usually free over $50. No prescription? Some online retailers now offer free e-vet consultations ($0–$15) to issue the script. Without that, a vet visit costs $50–$80 just for the prescription.

TCO take: The $25 online single-dosage seems cheaper than the vet’s $55, but the vet’s price includes the exam. If your dog needs an annual checkup anyway, the combined bill may actually be lower than two separate visits. I learned this the hard way: I bought a 6-pack online ($80) only to realize my dog needed a new rabies shot anyway—vet visit cost me $90. Total: $170 vs. a bundle at $130. The cheapest unit price isn’t always the cheapest total.