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Kalos provides a bridge to the web3 world for global brands of all stripes to activate new markets for content, products, and services
LOS ANGELES, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kalos Labs ("Kalos" or "the Company") today announced the launch of its proprietary web3 bridge technology that provides customized NFT platforms, wallets, and other metaverse experiences. Through Kalos, global brands can now seamlessly leverage their popularity and notoriety in the new digital ecosystem.
Global brands spanning the worlds of high fashion & luxury, world-renowned artists, musicians, museums, galleries, and others looking to enter the rapidly growing web3 ecosystem can use Kalos' robust blockchain agnostic offerings that allow them to incorporate the best of web3 into any experiential concept they can imagine. The Company's primary technology offering provides for the building and supporting of next-generation solutions such as custom NFT marketplaces and wallets, end-to-end NFT creative support, blockchain-enabled content-on-demand, metaverse development, community building, and long-term utility strategy. Finally, Kalos will only look to arrange partnerships with the most environmentally friendly blockchains.
Shari Glazer, CEO of Kalos Labs, commented on the news, "I'm proud to unveil Kalos Labs to the world and the crypto universe. Our technology will be the tool many of the world's largest and best-known brands will use to enter the web3. We have an exciting list of projects getting ready to launch with globally recognized brands and artists in the coming months. I look forward to leveraging my deep understanding of web3 to serve as a source of expertise and technology for global brands, and to ensure they have the customized platforms needed to access this growing ecosystem in an environmentally friendly and compliant way"
Kalos Labs has executed high-value NFT sales on behalf of partners utilizing its web3 bridge technology and plans to leverage this experience to give future partners access to best-in-class inventory optimization and monetization solutions across a full suite of web3 capabilities. The team works closely with global brands to tailor all aspects of their entry into web3, from NFT offerings through to the metaverse presence, to achieve their partners' goals. Kalos is blockchain agnostic and has plans to partner with a variety of trusted firms across the crypto ecosystem based on who best fits the needs of the given project.
To learn more about Kalos Labs, please visit: https://www.kaloslabs.io
About Kalos Labs
Kalos Labs provides a bridge for global brands to connect with web3 communities to activate new markets for content, products, and services. The Company can build customized NFT platforms and provide other web3 development support for global brands, artists, media networks, fashion designers, influencers, and more. The Kalos team will leverage this experience to give clients access to best-in-class inventory optimization and monetization solutions across a full suite of web3 capabilities.
To learn more about Kalos Labs, please visit: https://www.kaloslabs.io
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WASHINGTON, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KCIC, a consultancy based in Washington, D.C., today announced the release of its annual Asbestos Litigation Year in Review report, which provides an in-depth analysis of asbestos-related personal injury through year-end 2021.
The analysis gives a detailed look at asbestos litigation in 2021 and trends in recent years, providing insights into how these trends are changing over time. The report analyzes statistics based on disease, jurisdiction, and plaintiff firm while also diving into alternative exposure types and other plaintiff attributes such as gender, resident state, and age. This year's report includes new analyses on allegations of talc exposure within traditional asbestos lawsuits, as well as at what industries and time frames plaintiffs are alleging exposure occurred. It also looks at trends for living versus deceased plaintiffs and how that has changed over time.
Megan Burns, née Shockley, Managing Director at KCIC, said, "The analyses in this report really get to the heart of the trends driving asbestos litigation. KCIC is a company that thrives on data-driven solutions, and it is through reports like this that we can really analyze the data points captured from asbestos complaints to provide useful insights into the litigation."
To download the 2021 Asbestos Litigation: Year in Review report, and for more information about KCIC, please visit www.kcic.com/asbestos. This year, KCIC will also be presenting the information via webinar that will provide a more in-depth dive into the data. The webinar will be held on April 28th, 2022, at 3PM (EST). To register for this free webinar, please visit here. For inquiries about the report or related webinar, please contact Megan Burns at burnsm@kcic.com.
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DALLAS, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As we continue to forge ahead in helping take restaurant technology to new heights, we are excited to welcome Kendall Ware to Milagro's Board of Directors. He is our first external Board Member and will collaborate closely with the founder and executive team to help Milagro achieve our long-term strategies and goals.
Kendall Ware, age 34, is the former President, Chief Brand Officer of Cinnabon and Carvel and was responsible for all elements of brand management for the two specialty brands and their 1,300+ locations in North America, including strategic growth, innovation, franchise operations and marketing.
He has 17 years of leadership experience in growing brands, building strong teams, and improving operations as a strategic business and franchising leader. Each year, he speaks at various hospitality and franchise industry conferences as well as serving as an advisor for emerging brands. He has also invested in other brands as a franchisee along the way. This gives Kendall a unique perspective from both sides of the relationship that will help Milagro's all-in-one technology platform deliver on the specific needs of a small business owner or an enterprise level organization.
Prior to being an executive at Focus Brands, leading their two most iconic brands, Ware at the age of 30 became the President and Chief Operating Officer of Orange Leaf, a 200+ location treat franchise with presence in 30 states, Australia, Dubai, and Mexico. Ware, along with members of his Orange Leaf leadership team, co-founded Humble Donut Co., a mini donut and craft coffee franchise that served as a co-brand solution to maximize revenue potential. To further maximize efficiency through shared services and increase overall valuation, Ware also acquired Old School Bagel and launched their first franchising program.
At Orange Leaf, his efforts helped the company turnaround a seven-year sales decline by achieving positive comp sales for two consecutive years, increased AUV and significantly improved franchisee satisfaction.
In late 2020, Ware initiated and led the sale of Orange Leaf and Humble Donut Co. to Brix Holdings/JAMCO Interests, the parent company of Red Mango, Smoothie Factory and Friendly's.
"We are overjoyed to have such a young and visionary voice on our board. We strongly believe that the addition of such a forward-thinking leader and industry expert will enable Milagro to deliver on its mission to change the restaurant industry and revolutionize the way brands engage with their guests," says Hamed Mazrouei, Founder & CEO of Milagro.
About Milagro
Milagro has created a revolutionary POS platform that serves as a gateway to unlock actionable data about your guests and automatically converts it into individualized marketing campaigns to drive more traffic. One vendor, one platform, one dashboard that helps you manage, market, and grow your restaurant. Milagro creates a profile for every guest automatically, identifying their preferences to individually and effectively deliver the experience they desire while measuring the ROI of each campaign. Milagro's customizable technology platform includes Point-of-Sale, AI Marketing Automation, Employee Scheduling, Wait List & Reservations, Guest Experience Survey, Online Ordering, Digital Menu & Mobile Payments, Gift Cards, Loyalty, PCI Compliance, Managed Network Security and more. For more information visit www.MilagroCorp.com
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LONG BEACH, Calif., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Laserfiche — the leading SaaS provider of intelligent content management and business process automation — today announced the opening of its new global headquarters in Long Beach, California.
Designed to reflect the company's vision of reimagining how technology can transform lives, the expanded and updated headquarters facilitates innovation and collaboration for Laserfiche's rapidly growing team. The opening of the new building launches a new chapter in Laserfiche's 46-year legacy and reflects the visionary perspective of founder Nien-Ling Wacker.
"Laserfiche is in the business of transformation — just as the Laserfiche community uses our software to transform their work, we followed our company vision to transform our workspace," said Laserfiche CEO Chris Wacker. "Nien-Ling would be proud to see her innovative spirit present in every feature of our state-of-the-art global headquarters."
Laserfiche's new headquarters represents the company's place as a cornerstone of technology-focused enterprise in Long Beach.
"The City of Long Beach is proud to call Laserfiche a partner in driving tech and enterprise growth," said Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia. "This new Laserfiche headquarters symbolizes the innovative spirit of our city."
Laserfiche was also honored by recognition by the greater Southern California business community upon receiving a Los Angeles Business Journal 2022 Commercial Real Estate Award, recognizing the building's construction and design.
The new Laserfiche headquarters features versatile, open workspaces designed to facilitate collaboration between team members and foster the connection between Laserfiche and its community of users. Areas designated for team collaboration will be optimized to simplify communication between team members who are in office with those who are working remotely. Each floor features both large and small conference spaces, including a conference room on the first floor with a capacity of 133.
"Building during the pandemic gave us the opportunity to reimagine our headquarters as a hub for collaboration and creativity, as well as prioritize both the productivity and the wellness of our team," said Laserfiche President Karl Chan. "Now, we can accommodate up to 700 employees working in a hybrid fashion."
In addition to their global headquarters in Long Beach, Laserfiche team members work from offices or remotely from every business region in the world. A leader in the enterprise content management software space, Laserfiche was named a Visionary in the 2021 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Content Services Platforms. Enterprises in industries including government, education, financial services, healthcare and manufacturing use Laserfiche to boost productivity, scale their business and deliver digital-first customer experiences.
About Laserfiche
Laserfiche is the leading SaaS provider of intelligent content management and business process automation. Through powerful workflows, electronic forms, document management and analytics, the Laserfiche® platform accelerates how business gets done, enabling leaders to focus on growth across the enterprise.
Laserfiche pioneered the paperless office with enterprise content management. Today, Laserfiche's cloud-first development approach incorporates innovations in machine learning and AI to enable organizations in more than 80 countries to transform into digital businesses. Customers in every industry—including government, education, financial services, healthcare and manufacturing—use Laserfiche to boost productivity, scale their business and deliver digital-first customer experiences.
Laserfiche employees in offices around the world are committed to the company's vision of empowering customers and inspiring people to reimagine how technology can transform lives.
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Leading Direct-to-Consumer Bedding Brand Hits Historic Milestone, selling over 200,000 Kapok Pillows
NEW HAVEN, Conn., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Layla Sleep has quickly become one of the most popular direct-to-consumer mattress brands. Few people know that Layla Sleep also sells the best pillow. The company recently surpassed the benchmark of 200,000 Kapok Pillows sold. They're offering an unprecedented limited-time sale to celebrate:
- Buy One Kapok Pillow, Get One 70% OFF. Use code "KAPOK" at checkout; the offer expires at midnight PST on 4/12/22.
- 120 Night Money Back Guarantee - Love it, or return it for a full refund.
The Layla Kapok Pillow is remarkably comfortable and can be customized to your individual height/loft preference. It's made with the same attention to detail and commitment to sustainability that have been a hallmark of Layla Sleep. In 2017, the Kapok Pillow was Layla Sleep's first sleep accessory. Its unmatched design and construction are a testament to the quality of Layla Sleep, which has helped elevate the brand, making them so successful in the highly competitive bedding space.
The Layla Kapok Pillow incorporates high-density shredded memory foam carefully combined with lush, silky fibers harvested from the seed pods of the Kapok tree. Kapok fibers are softer than cotton but weigh just an eighth as much as cotton, allowing the Layla Kapok Pillow to deliver cool comfort and breathability while providing the proper head and neck support for a refreshing night's sleep.
Its revolutionary design makes the Layla Kapok Pillow the perfect choice for any sleeper. The pillow is generously filled and includes a discreet zipper that allows sleepers to remove as much filling as they wish to customize to their individual comfort needs and sleeping positions. This means that you can have the right amount of loft and firmness you desire, whether you are a back, stomach, or side sleeper.
Two hundred thousand sleepers have already discovered the Layla Kapok Pillow's unbeatable comfort and value, and everyone from happy customers to prestigious review publications has sung its praises. That's probably why it has over 2,000 five-stars reviews. Layla Sleep looks forward to the next 200,000 satisfied sleepers, dreaming the night away on the world's best pillow.
The Layla kapok retails between $109 for a Queen and $129 for a King. To learn more or to purchase, visit https://laylasleep.com/product/layla-pillow.
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NEW YORK, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lument has announced the launch of Leap to Loans, a new tool that provides quotes for multifamily housing loans. The platform, which will be available at leaptoloans.com, generates quotes for loans ranging from $1 million to $7.5 million.
"Leap to Loans will provide an essential service to seasoned and new real estate investors alike," said Joshua Orpin, Small Balance Loans (SBL) Director at Lument. "All users need to do is enter the property address to receive loan amounts, terms, and local market information. They will also get a call from a lending professional to provide detailed information and next steps."
Leap to Loans was built in-house by Lument's technology team and will be released on April 5. Each quote can include options from government-sponsored entities Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, as well as balance sheet options. The tool also features educational resources to help newer investors learn more about the commercial real estate industry. Leap to Loans will grow and evolve through various phases as the firm's SBL lending offerings grow. This includes the planned addition of new loan product options and regular additions to education-related articles.
"This new, cutting-edge platform makes getting a multifamily quote easy," added Lument Senior Managing Director Rick Warren. "It combines efficient, streamlined design with leading technology that is sure to become a standard for the industry. We are excited to present this valuable and easy-to-use tool for anyone interested in multifamily investing."
About Lument
ORIX Real Estate Capital Holdings, LLC, d/b/a Lument, is a subsidiary of ORIX Corporation USA. Lument is a national leader in commercial real estate finance. As the combined organization of legacy industry experts Hunt Real Estate Capital, Lancaster Pollard, and RED Capital Group, Lument delivers a comprehensive set of capital solutions customized for investors in multifamily, affordable housing, and seniors housing and healthcare real estate. Lument is a Fannie Mae DUS®, Freddie Mac Optigo®, FHA, and USDA lender. In addition, Lument offers a suite of proprietary commercial lending, real estate investment sales, investment banking, and investment management solutions. Lument has approximately 600 employees in over 25 offices across the United States. Securities, investment banking, and advisory services are provided through OREC Securities, LLC, d/b/a Lument Securities, Member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advisory services are provided by OREC Investment Management, LLC, d/b/a Lument Investment Management. OREC Investment Management is registered as an investment adviser with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. For more information, visit www.lument.com.
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Latest offering from master distiller John Rempe features bourbon finished in Calvados casks
ST. LOUIS, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lux Row master distiller John Rempe continues his annual pact with bourbon drinkers with the release of Blood Oath Pact 8 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey finished in Calvados casks. A limited supply of 17,000 (3-pack) cases will arrive at retail this April at a suggested price of $119.99 per 750 ml bottle.
Blood Oath Pact 8 features a combination of the finest bourbons Rempe could find, including a 14-year ryed bourbon and an 11-year ryed bourbon, as well as an 8-year ryed bourbon finished in Calvados casks. Calvados is an apple or pear brandy from the Normandy region in northwestern France that is distilled from cider and aged for a minimum of two years in oak casks. These casks impart their unique aroma and flavor to make Blood Oath Pact 8 a one-of-a-kind pour.
Like with previous pacts, Rempe promises to make the best bourbon for the bourbon connoisseur, and as usual, he promises to never disclose the origin of the bourbons used to create Blood Oath Pact 8.
"I've once again sourced three great bourbons for Blood Oath Pact 8, and I'm particularly excited to include a bourbon finished in Calvados casks," said Rempe. "The Calvados cask will bring additional tasting notes characterized by slight apple on the nose, with hints of vanilla and cinnamon, as well as flavor notes of ripe apples, juicy pears, butterscotch and even subtle hints of chocolate. Blood Oath Pact 8 is a bourbon I'm proud to share with bourbon lovers, but the recipe is a secret I'll be keeping to myself."
Blood Oath Pact 8 features a label similar to its series predecessors, but in a rich green hue to signify apples and pears, which are used to make Calvados brandy. The official launch of Blood Oath Pact 8 will include a total allocation of 51,00 bottles, 1,400 of which will be held for a future Trilogy Pack release. The first Trilogy Pack, featuring Pacts 1, 2 and 3, was released in 2018, and the second Trilogy Pack, featuring Pacts 4, 5 and 6, was released last September in conjunction with National Bourbon Heritage Month.
About Luxco
Founded in St. Louis in 1958 by the Lux Family, Luxco is a leading producer, supplier, importer and bottler of beverage alcohol products. Our mission is to meet the needs and exceed the expectations of consumers, associates and business partners. Merged with MGP Ingredients, Inc. in 2021 (Nasdaq: MGPI), Luxco operates as MGP's Brands Division and manages all MGP/Luxco brands. This extensive and award-winning spirits portfolio includes well-known brands from five distilleries: Bardstown, Kentucky-based Lux Row Distillers, home of Ezra Brooks, Rebel, Blood Oath, David Nicholson and Daviess County; Lebanon, Kentucky-based Limestone Branch Distillery, maker of Yellowstone Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Minor Case Straight Rye Whiskey and Bowling & Burch Gin; Jalisco, Mexico-based Destiladora González Lux, producer of 100% agave tequilas, El Mayor, Exotico and Dos Primos; Ross & Squibb Distillery in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, where the George Remus Straight Bourbon Whiskey and Rossville Union Straight Rye Whiskey are produced; and the Washington, D.C.-based Green Hat Distillery, producer of the Green Hat family of gins. The innovative and high-quality brand portfolio also includes Everclear Grain Alcohol, Pearl Vodka, Saint Brendan's Irish Cream, The Quiet Man Irish Whiskey and other well-recognized brands. For more information about the company and its brands, visit luxco.com.
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Mattamy has purchased the last 31 sites in Tortolita Vistas, a unique community in Tucson's booming upscale-housing market
TUCSON, Ariz., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Mattamy Homes, North America's largest privately owned homebuilder, will be bringing its signature designs to the unique, upscale Tucson community of Tortolita Vistas, as the company has purchased the last-remaining 31 estate-sized homesites in the new community, located just three miles from Mattamy's hugely successful Dove Mountain community, also located in Marana, AZ.
Mattamy's purchase will introduce the company to the master-planned community that, when completed, will total 154 homesites, each roughly three-quarters of an acre or larger. Mattamy's acquisition of the remaining homesites provides homebuyers the final opportunity to live in Tortolita Vistas, while finishing out the community.
"Tortolita Vistas is such a stunning, prestigious and unique community," said Anjela Salyer, Mattamy's Division President, Tucson. "I have been personally involved with the development in Tortolita Vistas throughout the years and am elated that Mattamy Homes will now be part of this special community."
Tortolita Vistas is a community that lives up to its name, with panoramic views of the Tortolita Mountains and surrounding foothills serving as the perfect background for a variety of thoughtfully designed, single-story Mattamy floorplans. Mattamy's offerings of four single-story floorplans, ranging from 2,800 to 3,200 square feet with generous backyards and native undeveloped desert in between each home, are expected to launch for sale in late 2022.
While set amid wide-open spaces in the Tortolita Mountains foothills, the serene, estate-style community also lies within walking distance of Tangerine Crossing. Grocery, retail and restaurant options are also in close proximity to the community, as is Interstate 10, providing ready access to the cultural and recreational possibilities of Tucson.
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https://mattamyhomes.com/arizona/tucson
Mattamy Homes is the largest privately owned homebuilder in North America with a 40-plus-year history. Mattamy now helps more than 8,000 families realize their dream of homeownership each year in the United States and Canada. The company is represented in 11 U.S. markets—Dallas, Charlotte, Raleigh, Phoenix, Tucson, Jacksonville, Tampa, Sarasota, Naples, Southeast Florida and Orlando, the company's U.S. headquarters. Mattamy's communities In Canada stretch across the Greater Toronto Area, Ottawa, Calgary and Edmonton. Visit www.mattamyhomes.com for more information.
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Midwest emerging growth companies set to present virtually
ANN ARBOR, Mich., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Organizers of the Midwest Growth Capital Symposium (MGCS) announced today that Michael Stark, Jan Garfinkle, and Tim Petersen will Keynote the 2022 program. The conference will also include panel discussions on venture capital, technology, and DEI topics led by industry experts, as well as presentations from high-growth Midwest ventures. More than 300 entrepreneurs, researchers, investment professionals, and business executives are expected to attend.
Day one presentations will open with a joint Keynote address by Jan Garfinkle and Tim Petersen, the highly accomplished co-founders and managing partners of Arboretum Ventures, LLC of Ann Arbor, MI Michael Stark, founder and general partner at Crosslink Capital LLC of San Francisco, CA, will present the second Keynote address on day two. An engaging lineup of panels on topics including mobility, medical technologies, diversity in board leadership, and tech transfer follows each Keynote presentation. Each day will feature presentations in the MGCS company showcase by emerging growth companies to venture capital investors from around the US and Canada.
The companies in the MGCS showcase span the life sciences, medical devices, agriculture/food, and tech industries. All featured companies will be seeking seed, Series A, or Series B funding. Presenting companies and investors will be in attendance from throughout the Midwest.
"Despite the pandemic, U.S. venture capital firms raised a record-shattering $128.3 billion in 2021," said David Brophy, founder of the Midwest Growth Capital Symposium and University of Michigan professor emeritus. "The Midwest Growth Capital Symposium exposes these investors and business leaders to the innovation and growth opportunities that are happening in the Midwest."
The 2022 Symposium will be hosted virtually on a robust online platform that provides easy access to companies' executive summaries. The integration of a calendar tool will allow attendees to connect and schedule meetings with others directly on the platform. This provides ample opportunity for early-stage companies, angel investors, venture capitalists, technology transfer professionals, and leading entrepreneurs to connect in groups, in 1:1 meetings, or via chat/email. Presenting companies and sponsors will be able to build out their company pages to best promote their brand and product, in a space where attendees and investors can view at any time.
For more information on applying, attending, or sponsoring the symposium, please visit www.midwestgcs.com or email Hannah Burke & Drea Shipp-Caldwell at midwestgcs@umich.edu.
About the Midwest Growth Capital Symposium
The Midwest Growth Capital Symposium (MGCS) is the original university-based venture investment fair. First held in 1980, this decades-old event is the largest Midwest venture fair of its kind that brings together venture capital investors, angel investors, high-growth companies, university tech transfer officers and research faculty. The Symposium is presented by the Zell Lurie Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies at the University of Michigan Ross School of Business.
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Diamond Kinetics becomes the Trusted Youth Development Platform of Major League Baseball
PITTSBURGH, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of a long-term strategic partnership that includes MLB gaining an equity stake in the company, Diamond Kinetics (DK) becomes the new "Trusted Youth Development Platform of Major League Baseball" as the two organizations look to enhance the world of physical skill development through digital experiences.
The Diamond Kinetics' partnership with MLB will place an emphasis on making player development fun for kids by providing hitting and throwing technology that allows players to enter into a digital gamification environment where they can earn achievements, challenge themselves, compete with friends, and track improvement while interacting with MLB clubs, game content, Statcast data, and partners in unique and exciting ways.
"We believe the combination of Diamond Kinetics technology and MLB content will make swinging a bat and throwing a ball more fun than ever for today's youth player," said David James, MLB's VP of Baseball and Softball Development. "We're excited about the Diamond Kinetics partnership because it allows us to meet young players where they already are, in the digital world, and leveraging technology to make getting better at baseball even more enjoyable."
MLB will expand Diamond Kinetics tech integration into key initiatives like PlayBall, RBI programs, and localized club activations. Additionally because Diamond Kinetics technology is rooted in player evaluation and development, metrics-based analytics services will continue to support scouting efforts like the MLB Draft Combine and elite development programs such as USA Baseball's Player Development Pipeline League (PDPL). Whether it's at home, in the backyard, on the diamond, or in a facility, Diamond Kinetics mobile apps allow kids to engage in the sports of baseball and softball any place, anytime, and with anyone. This contextually relevant integration will help young players establish a deeper connection with Major League Baseball and with the sport in general.
"We are excited to partner with Major League Baseball in such an integrated and powerful way," said Diamond Kinetics co-founder and CEO C.J. Handron, "As Major League Baseball's Trusted Youth Development Platform, together we will roll out fun, engaging, and instructional content through our apps to players at all skill levels, from beginners who want to discover the game and build their foundation to advanced players looking to fine-tune their skills and reach their potential."
About Diamond Kinetics
Diamond Kinetics (DK) is a sports-technology company pioneering the future of baseball and softball. Diamond Kinetics is the market leader in mobile-based hitting and throwing technology that helps players, parents, coaches, and teams understand their performance, improve, and have fun playing the game they love. With an emphasis on connected devices, computer vision functionality, and virtual reality integration, DK provides affordable and portable mobile technology that enhances real-world play and accelerates learning, development, and overall passion for the game. Supported by investors, including Elysian Park Ventures (investment arm of the ownership group of the Los Angeles Dodgers), TNC Ventures (investment arm of the ownership group of the Pittsburgh Pirates) and SeventySix Capital, Diamond Kinetics is recognized as the Trusted Youth Development Platform of Major League Baseball. Diamond Kinetics also partners with youth organizations such as PONY, Babe Ruth League, Ripken Baseball, USA Baseball, and USA Softball to reach and engage today's youth baseball and softball players. For more Information about Diamond Kinetics, visit www.DiamondKinetics.com
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19 Dedicated Runners Take on Cross-Country Relay For Multiple Sclerosis
HARTLAND, Wis., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Over the last decade, MS Run the US has been dedicated to supporting research and raising awareness and funds for those living with multiple sclerosis (MS). Committed to providing hope, aiding those living with disability from the disease, and investing in research are the three cornerstones of the nonprofit. On April 6, MS Run the US will kick off its annual Ultra Relay, a 3,260-mile relay that spans 19 segments across America.
MS Run the US Ultra Relay is America's first and only cross-country relay race. Starting in Santa Monica, CA, the cross-country relay finishes in New York City after covering 3,260 miles. Each member of the 19 person relay team commits to running approximately 160 miles over six consecutive days during an assigned relay segment and raising $10,000 throughout the year. This year, the relay team consists of eight runners who live with MS every day.
"My life has been profoundly affected by MS. When I decided to run across America, I was 25 years old, and my goal was to raise money and awareness for those with MS, like my mother," said Ashley Schneider, founder and president. "We're still running and still making a difference ten years later. Each year, we help more people and rally thousands in support to help stop MS. Once again, I'm amazed by our team and their dedication."
The mission of MS Run the US is to raise awareness and funds for research into Multiple Sclerosis (MS) while also assisting those living with MS-related disabilities.
MS Run the US has raised $2,717,639 since 2010. The relay team of 2022 has raised $167,153dollars so far. 8,450 training miles have been run by the 2022 relay team, an average of 100 miles per runner per month.
About MS Run the US: MS Run the US is a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness and funds to support Multiple sclerosis (MS) - to provide hope, to aid those living with disability from the disease and to support research to stop it. MS Run the US Ultra Relay is America's first and only annual cross-country relay run. Since the organization's first relay in 2013, MS Run the US has raised over 2.3 million dollars, run over 25,000 miles, and has helped every day runners realize their potential to be extraordinary athletes and fundraisers for the MS cause. "I ran across America for my mother and felt how that commitment changed my life. Now MS Run the US hosts the relay so other runners can have the same thing; an opportunity to be empowered amidst the challenges of MS." - Ashley Schneider, founder and executive director.
2022 Ultra Relay Information
RELAY AND SELECTION PROCESS
MS Run the US Ultra Relay is America's first and only annual cross-country relay run. Every year, the relay begins in Santa Monica, CA, and ends 3,260 miles later in New York City. Each runner commits to running 160 miles over 6 consecutive days during an assigned relay segment and raising $10,000 in donations throughout the year.
Each year, a new team is selected to participate in the 19 Segment Ultra Relay. Each runner goes through a rigorous application process, including an application, a video interview, and an evaluation of their physical abilities and commitment to the community.
Runners are notified in the fall and begin to prepare for the relay. They train and raise funds during the winter and spring months in preparation for their 160-mile segment. Each runner receives individualized training, fundraising, and encouragement from the organization during this period. Runners are assisted by the Road Crew team once they are on the road and ready for their relay segment. As part of the Ultra Relay team's effort to run across America, every segment is logistically coordinated back-to-back. Donations support the MS Run the US mission by raising awareness of MS, aiding MS research, and helping people living with disability due to MS.
2022 RELAY TEAM
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Benchmark's BEX Olympics Program Recognized for its Impact on Improving the Company's Operational Efficiency by Leveraging Lean Six Sigma Principles
TEMPE, Ariz., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Benchmark Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: BHE), a global provider of design, engineering, and manufacturing services, today announced it has been recognized as a winner in the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) 2022 Manufacturing Leadership Awards in the Transformational Cultures category. The company is being recognized for its outstanding achievement in the development of the Benchmark Enterprise eXcellence (BEX) Olympics, a program designed to bring together the company's global operations teams to compete in a fun, Olympics-themed event aimed at integrating Lean Six Sigma culture and continuous improvement methodologies into daily work. NAM's press release announcing the winners is also available here.
"It is an honor to be recognized by NAM for the hard work our team put into the BEX Olympics, but more importantly for the impact it's had on the culture of our global organization," said Jeff Benck, president and CEO, Benchmark. "I am proud of our entire operation's leadership team for creating a fun and engaging program, as well as every member of our organization who participated and developed innovative Lean Six Sigma ideas to significantly improve our operational and quality performance."
The goal of the BEX Olympics is to create a friendly competition across Benchmark's global facilities aimed at continuous improvement across a variety of key performance indicators enabling improved operational efficiency, quality, and customer experience. It creates both an opportunity to educate and train employees to be change agents of continuous improvement and enterprise excellence, while significantly improving our overall quality and operational efficiency. It has also proven to be an excellent way to further engage employees in Benchmark's mission and values.
In the second year of the BEX Olympics, Benchmark saw engagement from employees rise from 175 change agents (employees) in 2019-2020 to more than 350 change agents across 16 teams and 7 countries in 2021. In addition, the results of the competition from year one to year two of the Olympics amounted to a significant improvement in costs savings.
Benchmark will be recognized at the Manufacturing Leadership Awards Gala, which will take place on June 29, 2022, at the JW Marriott in Marco Island, Florida. The gala is the closing event for Rethink: The Manufacturing Leadership Council Summit. Details about the awards are available at https://www.manufacturingleadershipcouncil.com/leadership-awards/.
Accepting the award on Benchmark's behalf will be: Chris Singleton, VP, Operational Excellence and Thomas Van Eimeren, Corporate Director, Lean Six Sigma
To learn more about Benchmark, please visit the website at www.bench.com.
About Benchmark Electronics, Inc.
Benchmark provides comprehensive solutions across the entire product life cycle; leading through its innovative technology and engineering design services; leveraging its optimized global supply chain; and delivering world-class manufacturing services in the following industries: commercial aerospace, defense, advanced computing, next-generation telecommunications, medical, complex industrials, and semiconductor capital equipment. Benchmark's global operations include facilities in seven countries and its common shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BHE.
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PLANO, Texas, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- An estimated 51% of consumers say sustainability is a key factor in their purchase decisions, according to a recent PWC Global Consumer Insights Survey. That's a 2% increase from the survey results just six months earlier. People looking to lower their carbon footprint now have an eco-friendly solution to stay cool on warm days while spending time outside at home or while dining on the patio of a favorite restaurant with aerMist, a new high-pressure misting system.
The innovative aerMist misters work on a modulated system, automatically turning on and off so that they use less water and electricity compared to other outdoor cooling products on the market. The reduced energy usage contributes to the system's eco-conscious impact and saves money on utility bills. The aerMist misting systems can cool down a space by up to 20 degrees and be controlled by a user-friendly app that makes the system easy to navigate and set the ideal temperature this spring and summer.
"We created aerMist so that people could enjoy outdoor spaces while helping to preserve the planet's most important natural resources, such as water," says Boris Medic, co-founder of aerMist. "Using aerMist is a win-win for homeowners and restaurateurs, in that it keeps people cool longer outside with minimal impact on the environment."
For restaurateurs dealing with bulky misting and cooling systems that are often the only option in commercial settings, aerMist's sleek design takes up less room and therefore helps maximize outdoor seating areas on warm days. And by using high water pressure, aerMist produces a controllable amount of fine mist that evaporates. The result is a cooling effect that leaves patron's clothes and patio furniture dry. The minuscule water droplets also create a bug-free zone without using any chemicals, further reducing the impact on the planet.
"We are proud to offer an energy efficient high-pressure misting system that is affordable and actually keeps people cool on even the hottest of days," says Medic.
High-pressure aerMist misting systems can be tailored to fit any patio or outdoor space. Purchase aerMist directly through the company's website to stay cool and reduce your environmental footprint this spring and summer.
About aerMist
aerMist is the first high-pressure cooling system for homes and restaurants that offers user-friendly technology to lower the temperature of outdoor spaces up to 20 degrees. The company was founded in 2021 by Boris and Jelena Medic and is based in Plano, Texas. The misting systems provide the best cooling at the lowest cost. In addition, aerMist systems are eco-friendly, minimizing water use with a sleek design that maximizes space. To learn more about aerMist, visit https://aermist.com/.
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WASHINGTON, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ATI Advisory (ATI), a research and advisory services firm working to transform the delivery of healthcare and aging services for older adults, in partnership with Long-Term Quality Alliance (LTQA) is releasing research today on new, non-medical benefits in Medicare Advantage and benefit growth since implementation of the CHRONIC Care Act in 2020.
The data brief focuses on expanded Medicare Advantage supplemental benefits that help to address Medicare beneficiaries' broader social needs, including social determinants of health needs and long-term services and supports. This includes Special Supplemental Benefits for the Chronically Ill (SSBCI) – services like Food and Produce, Pest Control, and Non-Medical Transportation, and a set of five Expanded Primarily Health-Related Benefits – services like In-Home Supports and Caregiver Supports. The benefits included in the brief were first available in Medicare Advantage in 2019 and 2020, and Medicare Advantage plans choose whether to offer these benefits, and which of these benefits they offer each year.
This year, nearly one in every three Medicare Advantage plans offers one of these new, non-medical benefits. In 2022, more than 96 percent of all Medicare beneficiaries live in a county with at least one Medicare Advantage plan offering one or more of these benefits. Over seven million people are enrolled in a plan offering at least one of these benefits. Benefits that help to meet Medicare beneficiaries' nutritional needs and needs in the home – help with food, cleaning, meal preparation, and ambulating – are among the most popular of these benefits this year.
Our research finds that while these non-medical benefits are growing, they are not offered nationwide and remain unavailable in many rural parts of the country. Continued study and evaluation of the availability and, importantly, the utilization of these benefits is needed.
"We're delighted to see the growth of benefits designed to help meet the needs of Medicare beneficiaries, especially those with complex care needs," said Tyler Cromer, Principal at ATI Advisory. "We've long known that health is not dependent just upon strictly medical services, and that providing the right intervention, whether it's a healthy meal, help with a pest issue, or social interaction and support, can help people to stay healthier longer. I'd charge every plan executive, as you're finalizing your plan benefit packages for 2023, to really look into these benefits as a powerful lever to help meet your members' needs, or risk being left behind."
See the full analysis here. For more on ATI and LTQA's work on these benefits to date, see our Advancing Non-Medical Supplemental Benefits in Medicare Advantage landing page.
About ATI Advisory
ATI Advisory is a research and advisory services firm working to transform the delivery of healthcare and aging services for older adults. By providing insight and strategy backed by original research, ATI helps organizations lead and deliver change in long-term services and supports systems and healthcare for complex care populations. ATI's approach breaks down public and private sector barriers that prevent innovative solutions to siloed, broken systems across acute, post-acute, and long-term care services and supports. For more information, visit: www.atiadvisory.com.
About Long-Term Quality Alliance
Long-Term Quality Alliance (LTQA) is a 501(c)3 membership organization aimed at improving outcomes and quality of life for persons with functional limitations, and their families. LTQA advances person- and family-centered, integrated long-term services and supports (LTSS) through research, education, and advocacy. For more information, visit https://www.ltqa.org/.
About The SCAN Foundation
Supported by a grant from The SCAN Foundation – advancing a coordinated and easily navigated system of high-quality services for older adults that preserve dignity and independence. For more information, visit www.TheSCANFoundation.org.
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CINCINNATI, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A group of local broadcasters led by The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has come together to best serve political advertisers with efficient and broad audience reach on connected TV platforms during what's expected to be a record election-spending year.
Cox Media Group, Capitol Broadcasting Company, Graham Media Group and other broadcasters are participating in the initiative.
"Collectively, we have a wall of inventory, and we've found a way to work together to make it easy for agencies to access that," said Samantha Osborne, senior director of national sales for the Scripps Political CTV Consortium in Washington, D.C. "They can reach a high percentage of voters while making their own decisions but without having to work through numerous sales reps from different organizations. With the broadcasters we've assembled, we have billions of monthly premium connected TV impressions available for political advertisers."
Experts project roughly $9 billion in spending in 2022, matching the presidential cycle of 2020, with as much as $1.8 billion of that expected to go to internet-delivered television platforms, or CTV.
In 10 states alone – Florida, California, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Arizona, Texas, North Carolina, Ohio, Wisconsin and Michigan – $3.9 billion is projected to be spent on political advertising.
The Scripps Political CTV Consortium allows agencies to work with one representative to reach multiple publishers who have premium, guaranteed owned-and-operated inventory. Osborne said Scripps is exclusively working with Magnite, the world's largest independent omnichannel sell-side advertising platform, to make CTV inventory available to agencies and programmatic buyers.
"Magnite is excited to be powering the technology for the Scripps Political CTV Consortium," said Mike Laband, senior vice president of CTV Platform for Magnite. "Working closely with Scripps and the consortium media owners, we are providing the market with a unique, scaled offering for political CTV ad investment."
Officials from participating organizations say that local news is where voters go to be informed during election seasons. Objective local broadcast journalism provides access to audiences that political advertisers are trying to reach.
"There are times when it makes sense to work together to produce a new and innovative product for the best interest of customers," said John Conway, vice president of WRAL Digital for Capitol Broadcasting. "This is one of those times when we can provide industry-leading service by collaborating."
About Scripps
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation's largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of 61 stations in 41 markets. The Scripps Networks reach nearly every American through the national news outlets Court TV and Newsy and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery, Laff and TrueReal. Scripps is the nation's largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps has held for decades to the motto, "Give light and the people will find their own way."
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SAN DIEGO and DALLAS, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) and AT&T* entered into a collaboration agreement to research and develop a digital battle network, powered by AT&T 5G and Northrop Grumman's advanced mission systems, to support the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD).
Northrop Grumman and AT&T plan to deliver a cost-effective, scalable, open architecture solution that will help the DoD connect distributed sensors, shooters and data from all domains, terrains and forces – similar to how smart devices connect and share data in our everyday lives. This digital battle network is expected to bring together the high speeds, low latency and cybersecurity protections of private 5G networks with the flexibility and scalability of AT&T's commercial 5G capabilities and offer a critical capability to support the DoD's vision for Joint All Domain Command and Control (JADC2).
"Our collaboration with AT&T brings together some of the best capabilities in defense and commercial communications to meet the evolving requirements of JADC2," said Ben Davies, vice president and general manager, Networked Information Solutions division, Northrop Grumman. "The enhanced connectivity and networking of information that 5G provides are a great advantage in a military environment and will help the DoD in the development of high-performing and intuitive technologies that quickly and seamlessly share data across a myriad of secure networks."
"Our 5G capabilities can help the Department of Defense achieve operational and information advantage when it matters most – protecting our country and freedoms around the globe," said Lance Spencer, Client Executive Vice President-Defense, AT&T Public Sector and FirstNet. "By bringing our 5G services together with Northrop Grumman's powerful avionics and defense systems, we expect to create an ideal platform to deliver DoD's JADC2 vision."
The agreement establishes a joint research and development framework to prototype, demonstrate and test AT&T's commercial 5G networking capabilities integrated with Northrop Grumman's robust portfolio of capabilities that are at the forefront of military technological advancement that enable the Joint Force. For more information, visit Northrop Grumman's JADC2 webpage or go here to learn more about AT&T's work in the public sector.
About Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is a technology company, focused on global security and human discovery. Our pioneering solutions equip our customers with capabilities they need to connect, advance and protect the U.S. and its allies. Driven by a shared purpose to solve our customers' toughest problems, our 90,000 employees define possible every day.
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- Net Israeli revenues in 2021 increased 38% to 83.6 million.
- Initial revenues from medical cannabis oils export from Israel, which began at the end of 2020, were 5.6 million in 2021.
- As of February 2022, about a year after the oils export's launch, Panaxia is ranked #3 in cannabis oils sales in the category in Germany, with about 8% market share (Insight Health Report, Feb 2022).
- Export revenues yet to include revenues from cannabis extracts for vaporization sales, Panaxia's flagship product, whose sales in Germany started this year.
- The company anticipates that the cessation of contract manufacturing activities, distribution, logistics, and retail in Israel will significantly improve the company's gross profitability, along with a decrease in the company's sales turnover revenues in the first stage.
LOD, Israel, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Dadi Segal, CEO of Panaxia Israel: "We conclude 2021 with double-digit revenue growth, including export revenues of approximately 5.6 million and 8% market share in the oils category in Germany. It was a launching year and a market penetration of the first product we have exported, clinically repellent and clinically backed. We are proud that at such an early stage, about a year after we first started exporting our premium oils to Germany, Panaxia ranks #3 in cannabis oil sales in Germany. At the beginning of the year, we began initial sales in Germany of our flagship product – medical cannabis extracts for vaporization, a clean product with 100% active ingredients and no hazardous combustibles. This product has many benefits, and it's the first and only product that, as we estimate, will have a market share of a few dozen percent. It receives very positive reactions from doctors, and we presume all this will be reflected in demand for the product by patients along the road".
"Looking ahead to 2022, the company continues to pursue its profitability improvement plans and in the production and export of unique finished products, including the extracts for vaporization in Germany and cannabis tablets for the experimental government program in France, as well as expansion to other countries. The experimental program in France is expected to be finalized on March 2023, and we then intend to submit a regulatory marketing permit request to the authorities in France for commercial marketing and product distribution. We believe that this market is expected to be one of the largest markets in the Western world".
The Israeli subsidiary of Panaxia Global, Panaxia Labs Israel Ltd. ("Panaxia Israel"), (TASE: PNAX), a global pharma company that develops, manufactures, and markets advanced medical cannabis products in pharmaceutical quality, published its financial results for the 4th quarter and the fiscal year of 2021.
4th quarter and 2021 Results:
The Company's revenues in the 4th quarter of 2021 amounted to approximately 23.8 million, an increase of approximately 40% from the revenues of approximately 17 million in the corresponding quarter last year.
The Company's revenues in 2021 amounted to approximately 83.6 million, an increase of 37.6%, compared to revenues of approximately 60.7 million in 2020.
The increase in the Company's revenues in 2021 is due to 'its progress and the sale of its products, in parallel with a reduction in the volume of production services to third parties and retail sales to patients. In addition, in December 2020, the company began exporting its medical cannabis oils to Germany and Cyprus.
Exports: During 2021, which was a year of penetration into the German market, the company recorded revenues from exports of medical cannabis oils in the amount of approximately 5.6 million. As of February 2022, about a year after it started selling cannabis oils in Germany, Panaxia ranks 3rd in cannabis oil sales in the country, occupying about 8% share in the category, despite a late entry into the German market due to restrictions on exports from Israel.
It should be emphasized that the above export revenues do not yet include revenues from sales of inhaled medical cannabis extracts, the company's flagship product, whose sales began this year. As of the date of publication of the report, this will be reflected in demand for the purchase of the products by patients later on.
About Panaxia Labs Israel
Panaxia Labs Israel, Ltd., which is traded on the Tel Aviv stock exchange (TASE: PNAX), is a global pharma company, which develops, manufactures, and markets advanced medical cannabis-based products of pharmaceutical quality and is the largest manufacturer of medical cannabis products in Israel. Panaxia is a pioneer in the medical cannabis market in Israel with an EU-GMP European production standard from the EU Health Authority, which is required for the commercial manufacturing and export of medical cannabis and its products to Europe. Panaxia specializes in developing, producing, and marketing of complex and advanced cannabis plant products based on clinical information and a broad database of tens of thousands of patients.
Panaxia Israel is a subsidiary of Panaxia Pharmaceutical Industries, established in 2010 by Dr. Dadi Segal (Ph.D.), Dr. Eran Goldberg (Ph.D.), and Adv. Assi Rotbart (LL. B, BSc), as the cannabis division of Segal Pharma Group, has been operating for over four decades, manufacturing more than 600 different pharmaceuticals distributed in over 40 countries.
Panaxia USA (a subsidiary of Panaxia Global) manufactures in North America more than 60 medical cannabis-based products, including sublingual tablets, lozenges, oils, inhalers, and more, designed to treat diseases such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Cancer, Chronic Pain, Epilepsy, Anorexia, Burn Treatment, and many other conditions.
To learn more about Panaxia, please visit https://panaxia.co.il.
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AUSTIN, Texas, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 360factors, Inc. announced today that Park National Bank, a bank with $10B in assets headquartered in Newark, Ohio, selected 360factors' Predict360 risk and compliance intelligence platform to enhance its enterprise risk management program and streamline quarterly certifications and attestations for Sarbanes-Oxley.
The bank will deploy 360factors' Predict360 solution suite, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered platform that vertically integrates risks and controls, regulations and requirements, KRIs with risk insights, audit and examinations, policies and procedures, and more in a unified, cloud-based system. Predict360's SaaS architecture and modern technologies deliver predictive analytics, data insights for predicting risks and streamlined compliance.
"360factors is especially thrilled to welcome Park National Bank to the 360factors family," said Carl L. McCauley, CEO for 360factors. "Predict360 is ideal for growing financial organizations that require cost-effective, intuitive solutions that are easy to deploy and scalable."
As a risk and compliance solutions leader within the banking and financial services industries, 360factors continues to develop relationships with banks and financial services institutions seeking to remove inefficiencies while elevating their risk and compliance management programs.
About 360factors, Inc.
360factors empowers organizations to accelerate profitability, innovation and productivity by predicting risks and streamlining compliance. Predict360, its flagship software product, is a Risk and Compliance Intelligence Platform augmented with A.I. technology to predict and mitigate risks while streamlining compliance. Predict360 integrates regulations and obligations, compliance management, risks and controls, audits and assessments, policies and procedures, and training in a cloud-based SaaS platform to provide predictive risk analytics and streamline compliance. 360factors is the endorsed solution provider for risk and compliance management by the American Bankers Association (ABA). Visit www.360factors.com for more information.
About Park National Bank
Headquartered in Newark, Ohio, Park National Corporation had $9.6 billion in total assets (as of December 31, 2021). Founded in 1908, it offers a full range of financial services in Ohio, Kentucky, and the Carolinas. The bank consistently earns high marks and awards for its service, community leadership, and financial performance.
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Heather Nagengast to head up company's career agency system
HORSHAM, Pa., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company (Penn Mutual), a Fortune 1000 company, announces that Heather Nagengast has joined the company as head of the career agency system, reporting to Tom Harris, president, life insurance and annuities.
"Heather's extensive financial services experience includes leadership roles in a wide range of sales, operations and staff functions," said Harris. "She is a dynamic leader who has successfully recruited and retained top financial advisors across the country. I'm excited about the next era of our career agency system under Heather's leadership."
Nagengast joins Penn Mutual with more than 20 years of financial services experience. Most recently, she served as president of Ameritas Investment Company/Ameritas Advisory Services, the broker-dealer and registered investment advisor (RIA) of Ameritas.
She received her bachelor's degree in business administration and accounting from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. She holds her FINRA Series 7, 24 and 53 securities licenses and Nebraska insurance license. She is located in Omaha as part of Penn Mutual's hybrid first approach which capitalizes on the success of the flexible workplace program the company formally adopted in 2021.
About The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company
For more than 175 years, Penn Mutual has been helping people get stronger. Our expertly crafted life insurance is vital to long-term financial health and strengthens people's ability to enjoy every day. Working with our trusted network of financial professionals, we take the long view, building customized solutions for individuals, their families, and their businesses. Penn Mutual supports its financial professionals with retirement and investment services through its wholly-owned subsidiary Hornor, Townsend & Kent, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. Visit Penn Mutual at www.pennmutual.com.
©2022 The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company, 600 Dresher Road, Horsham, PA 19044
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CARPINTERIA, Calif., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PlanMember Financial Corporation is pleased to announce the opening of their new Financial Center, Barron Financial, in Puyallup, WA. Barron Financial will expand retirement and investment planning and financial education opportunities to school districts, employer groups and individual investors throughout the area.
The new Financial Center will be managed by Matt Sinclair, Steve Barron and Julie Barron.
PlanMember, with more than $17 billion in assets, specializes in the 403(b), 457(b) and 401(k) marketplace. To date, PlanMember has established 44 Financial Centers in 24 states, with a goal of expanding to 80 Financial Centers nationwide.
"We are pleased to help Steve, Julie, Matt and their clients as we emerge from the lessons learned during this period of COVID," says Al Close, Executive Vice President of Sales and Distribution. "As a PlanMember Financial Center, Barron Financial Services and its clients will benefit from PlanMember's model by making available such services as our participant call center, personalized planning services, robust financial education resources, and product diversity."
"We're very excited to partner with Steve, Julie and Matt," says Jon Ziehl, President and CEO of PlanMember, "and the affiliation with Barron Financial supports PlanMember's ongoing efforts to expand our Financial Center business model across the country. We look forward to a successful long-term relationship."
About PlanMember: For more than three decades PlanMember Financial Corporation, through its operating subsidiaries, has provided personalized retirement planning and administrative services to public and private sector employers and employees utilizing a broad selection of investment programs. The company is headquartered in Carpinteria, CA.
Securities and advisory services are offered through PlanMember Securities Corporation (PSEC), a registered broker/dealer, investment advisor and member FINRA/SIPC. Barron Financial and PlanMember Securities Corporation are independently owned and operated companies.
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PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PNY today announced it was named the 2021 NVIDIA Partner Network (NPN) Americas Distribution Partner of the Year, for being a value-added partner and trusted advisor to the channel for NVIDIA's professional visualization products for over 20 years.
Annually, the NPN awards recognize the achievements of NPN members in accelerating AI computing solutions and driving AI adoption. This year, NVIDIA recognized the efforts of PNY's seasoned team serving as a key collaborator to help deliver NVIDIA accelerated computing platforms and software across the media and entertainment and healthcare industries, and many other vertical markets, as well as with cloud service providers.
For over 35 years, and thanks to strong collaboration with NVIDIA, PNY has developed a diverse, solutions-rich partner ecosystem that includes professional visualization, AI, and HPC, across all strategic vertical markets. Providing designers, engineers, scientists, and visualization clients with cutting-edge NVIDIA GPU- and networking-based solutions is PNY's core competency. PNY recognizes the needs of its clients, offering world-class technical support and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction.
PNY and its partner ecosystem rely on the global NPN program, which provides the expertise required to develop, deploy, and maintain world-class NVIDIA GPU- and networking-accelerated solutions designed for today's most demanding real-time rendering, GPU virtualization, and AI use cases.
"As an NVIDIA Authorized Channel partner for over 21 years, we are honored to be named the NPN Americas Distributor of the Year," said Steven Kaner, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing at PNY. "PNY is proud to collaborate with NVIDIA to deliver accelerated AI computing solutions and advance AI solutions. PNY and our partner ecosystem look forward to continued success in 2022, delivering NVIDIA's innovative hardware and software offerings, while providing unsurpassed service and support to our customers."
"From professional visualization to simulation and AI, accelerated computing has introduced transformative new opportunities for enterprises in every industry," said Geoff Fancher, Vice President of Worldwide Distribution at NVIDIA. "With deep expertise in everything from customer service to engineering support, the PNY team is a key collaborator supporting the work of leading NVIDIA customers in media and entertainment, healthcare, cloud computing, and many other vertical markets."
Throughout 2022, PNY will increasingly emphasize how the convergence of visualization, AI, and HPC – powered by NVIDIA – will transform every aspect of personal, business, government, or institutional activities for the better; all while delivering new products, programs, or services to customers through PNY's increasingly sophisticated, NPN-enhanced ecosystem of AI-aware system builders and integrators.
For more information on PNY's collaboration with NVIDIA, visit www.pny.com/pnypro.
About PNY Technologies
Established in 1985, PNY is a global technology leader dedicated to business and consumer electronics manufacturing. PNY has over 30 years' experience serving B2Bs, OEMs and consumers worldwide. PNY's product portfolio includes NVIDIA professional and consumer graphics boards, data center GPUs for AI and HPC, and networking solutions. PNY also offers innovative SSDs, memory upgrades, and flash products. Headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey (USA), PNY maintains facilities in North America, EMEA, India and Asia.
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Victory at Mission Hills Country Club in Rancho Mirage also marks Kupcho's first Major Championship win
MENLO PARK, Calif., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global consulting firm Protiviti is proud to announce that brand ambassador and professional golfer Jennifer Kupcho won the 2022 Chevron Championship in Rancho Mirage, California last Sunday. The win took place the same week that Kupcho had her previous biggest win at the inaugural Augusta National Women's Amateur Championship in 2019.
Kupcho opened the Chevron tournament, which ran March 31 through April 3, with a 66 (-6) and posted an impressive third round 64 (-8) to put herself in position to close out play on Sunday. She solidified the win by finishing 14 strokes under, ahead of the field by two strokes.
Kupcho is 24 years old and playing in her fourth season on the LPGA. She turned professional in 2019 and is currently ranked 16th in the world.
"We are extremely proud of Jen's outstanding performance at The Chevron Championship and congratulate her on the first LPGA tour and major championship victories of her career," said Joseph Tarantino, president and CEO of Protiviti. "We are also excited that she made 25 birdies during the tournament for which Protiviti will donate 25,000 meals to fight world hunger as part of our 'Birdies for Meals' program."
The 'Birdies for Meals' program is part of a larger Protiviti initiative to help alleviate hunger around the world, called 'i on Hunger.' Protiviti has pledged to donate 1,000 meals to the non-profit organization U.S. Hunger each time Kupcho and fellow Protiviti golf ambassador Matt Fitzpatrick make a birdie in the Major Championships in 2022.
Commenting on her win, Kupcho said, "I'm so excited to share this victory with everyone at Protiviti ‑ their support throughout the past three years has been incredible. Knowing this week kicked off the 'Birdies for Meals' campaign with 25,000 meals is such a great feeling."
Kupcho competes next in the LOTTE Championship in Hawaii, April 13-16. Follow her on Twitter: @JenniferKupcho.
Kupcho has been a brand ambassador for Protiviti since February 2020. For more information about Protiviti's golf brand ambassador program, the firm's sponsorship of Jennifer Kupcho (LPGA) and Matt Fitzpatrick (PGA) and for photos and video interviews with the players, please visit www.protiviti.com/golf.
About Protiviti
Protiviti (www.protiviti.com) is a global consulting firm that delivers deep expertise, objective insights, a tailored approach and unparalleled collaboration to help leaders confidently face the future. Protiviti and its independent and locally owned Member Firms provide clients with consulting and managed solutions in finance, technology, operations, data, analytics, digital, governance, risk and internal audit through its network of more than 85 offices in over 25 countries.
Named to the 2021 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list, Protiviti has served more than 80 percent of Fortune 100 and nearly 80 percent of Fortune 500 companies. The firm also works with smaller, growing companies, including those looking to go public, as well as with government agencies. Protiviti is a wholly owned subsidiary of Robert Half (NYSE: RHI). Founded in 1948, Robert Half is a member of the S&P 500 index.
Protiviti is not licensed or registered as a public accounting firm and does not issue opinions on financial statements or offer attestation services.
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MIAMI, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- RECUR, the technology company that designs and develops on-chain branded experiences allowing fans to buy, collect, and re-sell digital products and collectibles (NFTs), announces the launch of Global Cash Out, making it the first NFT platform to offer users worldwide equal access to seamless withdrawals across all of it's current and forthcoming brand experiences with one user account.
After first launching Cash Out in North America earlier this year, RECUR's Global Cash Out feature enables withdrawals in 84 countries across six continents. This is a monumental step forward in driving global access to Web 3.0, as RECUR ushers the world's most beloved brands, and their worldwide fanbases, into the ecosystem.
Global Cash Out is one of many RECUR features that make the metaverse easily accessible to all. Zach Bruch, RECUR's CEO said of the feature, "We set out to make payments and withdrawals scalable and secure while still being simple and seamless for our users and have done just that with the launch of our Global Cash Out feature."
RECUR continues its commitment to provide industry-leading platform services to its global brand partners, and their global fanbases. "Our Global Cash Out feature enables fans around the world to participate and engage with their favorite brand's Web 3.0 experiences," said Bruch.
Starting today, users worldwide can access their funds more quickly than anywhere else as RECUR users with bank accounts in any of the 84 countries listed will be able to cash out funds from their RECUR account using a wire transfer. To get started, users will select their profile avatar to activate the dropdown menu, select Wallet, and a new option to Cash Out will be available in the right hand menu tiles. The company is working on ways to bring the cash out functionality to even more countries beyond this launch.
For more information on how to cash out, please navigate here.
Zach Bruch and the entire RECUR team continue to make Web 3.0 open, fun, and easily accessible for as many users as possible around the world.
About RECUR
RECUR is a technology company that designs & develops dedicated branded experiences that allow fans to buy, collect, and re-sell digital products and collectibles (NFTs). RECUR is the only blockchain-agnostic NFT platform ultimately giving its brand partners the widest range of distribution and their fan bases the widest range of utility. RECUR also co-authored the recurring royalty standard for NFTs, allowing for creators, artists, athletes, and brands to participate in the secondary sales of their assets in perpetuity.
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LONDON, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, TEAM LEWIS Foundation released further research from its global survey conducted with HeForShe, UN Women's solidarity movement engaging men and boys in support of gender equality and empowerment of women. The global study revealed that Gen Z prioritizes gender equality alongside enterprise and environmental issues more than any other age group.
The study revealed that gender equality is seen as the 4th most pressing societal issue for Gen Z. In comparison, the global average across all ages places it as the 7th most important issue when asked which issue is most important to people in their age group. When surveyed, Gen Z ranked economic opportunity, LGBTQ+ issues, and climate change ahead of gender equality.
While 66% of Gen Zers believe that gender equality is a serious issue, only 51% of those aged 65+ share the same view. Gen Z is also more aware that women are disproportionately affected by climate change with almost a quarter (24%) understanding that this is an issue. In comparison, just 17% of those 65 and older recognize the intersection between climate change and gender equality.
However, when it comes to climate change, all generations seemingly acknowledge the seriousness of this issue. It was ranked in the top 3 most pressing issues for all generations. Similarly, the research revealed all generations think that the issue of gender inequality and climate change is more important after learning more about it.
"Gen Z recognize the stark challenge the world faces when it comes to Enterprise, Environment and Equality," said Samuel Dean, CEO of TEAM LEWIS Foundation. "Leaders must listen to the concerns of younger generations. Gen Z is speaking up and must be heard if we are going to have a more equal and, therefore, environmentally and economically sustainable future."
"Gen Z are passionate about social justice." said Edward Wageni, global head of HeForShe. "This research demonstrates that Gen Zers of all genders understand the importance of many critical issues. By acting now, working together, and listening to younger voices, it is possible that we create a better tomorrow for everyone."
To read the full report, please visit: https://www.teamlewis.com/heforshe/
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TEAM LEWIS
TEAM LEWIS is a global marketing agency built to help and inspire brands to grow. It provides a full spectrum of marketing, communications and digital services to deliver tangible business impact for clients. The company has over 650 staff across 24 offices throughout Asia, Europe and North America.
HeForShe
Created by UN Women, the United Nations entity for gender equality and the empowerment of women, HeForShe is a solidarity movement for gender equality that invites men and boys as allies for a more equal world. HeForShe provides a systematic approach and targeted platform where a global audience can engage and become change agents for the achievement of gender equality in our lifetime. The movement invites people around the world to stand together as equal partners to craft a shared vision of a gender-equal world and implement specific, locally relevant solutions for the good of all of humanity. For more information, visit: www.HeForShe.org/en.
Research Methodology
The survey was conducted by TEAM LEWIS Foundation to understand people's perceptions on the disproportionate impact climate change has on women. TEAM LEWIS Foundation surveyed the general population aged 18 and above across a balanced and diverse group of ages, races, and gender. A total number 8,002 respondents were surveyed across numerous countries including, the US, UK, China, Germany, India, Mexico, Brazil, UAE, Israel, and Singapore. The survey was fielded from February 11th until March 2nd, 2022. Respondents were independently sourced from two vendors, OpinionRoute and Dynata.
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NEW YORK and MENLO PARK, Calif., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Riverstone Holdings LLC (Riverstone), a leading asset management firm that invests in the private markets, primarily within energy, power, decarbonization and infrastructure, today announced that Laurel Buckner has joined the firm as a Managing Director. Ms. Buckner was previously a Managing Director with WestRiver Group, a Seattle-based venture-debt and equity firm that provides integrated capital solutions to the global innovation economy. WestRiver Group was founded and is led by Erik Anderson, a dynamic entrepreneur who has challenged and disrupted numerous industries including low carbon mobility.
Ms. Buckner added, "I am delighted to join Riverstone as the firm builds upon its established franchise in renewable infrastructure and low carbon investments – with a keen focus on addressing climate change through decarbonization. I look forward to leveraging my experience and to working closely with my new colleagues, many of whom I have gotten to know over the last couple of years."
The addition of Ms. Buckner builds on recent developments contributing to the growth and potential of Riverstone's decarbonization growth platform. This includes announcements earlier this year concerning the launch of a strategic partnership with Blackhorn Ventures to accelerate and enhance decarbonization opportunities and the addition of Cynthia Kueppers to the decarbonization investing team.
Bio of Laurel Buckner
Prior to joining Riverstone, Ms. Buckner was a Managing Director at WestRiver Group, and co-head of the firm's Pacific Northwest Fund. Prior to WRG, she was Senior Vice President, Managing Director of ATN Ventures, investing in novel technologies and business models that benefited ATN's worldwide operating subsidiaries in the renewable energy and communications sectors. Previously, Ms. Buckner founded and ran GCI's corporate venture fund where she invested in and was on the Board of the Blue Box Group (sold to IBM); Telesphere, (sold to Vonage); and ZipWhip (sold to Twilio). Ms. Buckner began her career at the law firm of Davis Wright Tremaine in Seattle, Washington and has extensive experience in corporate law, tax and mergers and acquisitions. She is a Governance Fellow with the National Association of Corporate Directors and currently serves on the Board of TeraGo in Toronto, Canada, where she is Chair of the Compensation Committee and a member of the Audit Committee.
Ms. Buckner holds a bachelor's degree from the Colorado College with Distinction, a Juris Doctor from the University of Denver, and an LL.M in Taxation from the University of Washington.
About Riverstone Holdings LLC
Founded in 2000 by David Leuschen and Pierre Lapeyre, Riverstone Holdings LLC is an asset management firm that invests in the private markets primarily within energy, power and infrastructure. Since inception, the Firm has raised $43 billion of capital to invest across the capital structure and in all major components of the industry's value chain. Riverstone's sole mission is to build great businesses and deliver strong returns to investors through our platform of investment strategies. For more information on Riverstone, please visit www.riverstonellc.com.
About Riverstone's Low Carbon Investment Platform
Riverstone's low-carbon investment franchise began 16 years ago, and has invested more than $6.6 billion in the renewable infrastructure and decarbonization categories since inception. During this time, the Firm has established industry leading, scaled companies. Within the last two years alone, Riverstone has raised more than $3 billion for over a dozen transactions involving differentiated companies that are decarbonizing critical industries.
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IRVINE, Calif., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Shopoff Realty Investments ("Shopoff"), a national manager of opportunistic and value-add real estate investments, announced today that Mark Schultz has joined the company as chief financial officer, bringing more than 35 years of experience in commercial real estate finance to his new role at Shopoff.
As a key member of the executive management team, Schultz will assume a strategic role in the overall management of the company. In this position he will be accountable for the administrative, financial, and risk management operations of the company.
"Mark will make a wonderful addition to our firm, bringing his extensive experience, and unique perspective as a previous owner and mortgage banker," explained Shopoff Realty Investments President and CEO William Shopoff. "Our accounting department is a vital component to the success of our firm and its dynamic investments, and we are confident Mark's leadership will only further elevate our stellar team of professionals."
Previously, Schultz was CFO of the Picerne Group, Hopkins Real Estate Group in Orange County, as well as The Broe Group in Denver. He also acted as COO/CFO for Sower Capital in Omaha, NE. Throughout his career he has closed over $4 billion in debt and equity and has been involved in the discounted note business, real estate syndication and development, as well as leadership roles of accounting, finance, information technology and mergers and acquisitions teams. Schultz's vast experience covers national platforms in multifamily, senior housing, affordable housing, office, retail and master planned land developments (including construction, management and operations). He graduated from the University of Iowa with a bachelor's degree in accounting, DePaul University with an MBA in finance and is also a CPA.
Schultz added, "I am thrilled to join Shopoff and lend my expertise and experience to such a successful and unique company."
Former CFO, Ed Morrell, will remain with Shopoff, but in a new position with the company as its Senior Financial Advisor.
Morrell added, "Working at Shopoff for the past 6 years has been an exciting journey, and I am pleased to be moving into this new position and pursuing an area of finance that I have always been passionate about, while continuing to be a part of this amazing team. Mark will make a fantastic CFO and I look forward to collaborating with him in my new role."
About Shopoff Realty Investments
Shopoff Realty Investments is an Irvine, California-based real estate firm with a 30-year history of value-add and opportunistic investing across the United States. The company primarily focuses on proactively generating appreciation through the repositioning of commercial income-producing properties and the entitlement of land assets. The 30-year history includes operating as Asset Recovery Fund, Eastbridge Partners and Shopoff Realty Investments (formerly known as The Shopoff Group). Performance has varied in this time frame, with certain offerings generating losses. For additional information, please visit www.shopoff.com or call (844) 4-SHOPOFF.
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This is not an offering to buy or sell any securities. Such offer may only be made through the offerings memorandum to qualified purchasers. Any investment in Shopoff Realty Investments programs involves substantial risks and is suitable only for investors who have no need for liquidity and who can bear the loss of their entire investment. There is no assurance that any strategy will succeed to meet its investment objectives. The performance of this asset is not indicative of future results of other assets. Securities offered through Shopoff Securities, Inc. member FINRA/SIPC, 18565 Jamboree Road, Suite 200, Irvine, CA 92612, (844) 4-SHOPOFF.
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AUSTIN, Texas, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Xojo is a rapid application development environment for the desktop, web, iOS and Raspberry Pi that includes a drag-and-drop GUI builder, compiler, debugger and the powerful Xojo programming language. Desktop development with Xojo is cross-platform, so you can develop for macOS, Windows and Linux from your preferred platform. Xojo has been in development for more than 20 years and is used globally by professional developers, citizen developers, hobbyists and students.
Xojo Inc, has announced that Xojo 2022 Release 1 is now available and adds exciting new features, including the ability to debug iOS apps directly on-device. Additionally, a number of improvements have been added to Xojo's PDF support, such as Brush support, high quality report output and signing PDFs with Digital Certificates.
"As we have been doing since 1996, we continue to refine and improve Xojo while keeping it modern by adding new features that developers need to maximize productivity and stay competitive in a cross-platform marketplace," commented Geoff Perlman, Xojo's Founder and CEO. "Adding the ability to debug iOS devices directly on-device lets developers get a sense of their applications' performance in real world situations, ensuring they are putting out the best quality apps."
Xojo 2022 Release 1 includes:
- iOS on-device debugging - In addition to testing your apps in the iOS Simulator, you can now debug them directly on your iOS devices
- All-new documentation - The Xojo documentation is available both in the Xojo IDE and on the web: https://documentation.xojo.com
- General build process improvements with better messaging, a macOS Code-Signing step and IDE Build Script processing
- General IDE performance improvements
- Better debugging experience on Apple Silicon Macs
- Additional PDF improvements
- Over 110 bug fixes
Availability
Xojo is free to use for learning and development. A license is required to build your applications. Pricing begins at $149 for building for a single desktop platform. Building cross-platform desktop, iOS or web applications is $399. Xojo Pro and Pro Plus packages are available from $799 and up, offering increased support and resources for professional developers.
Xojo 2022 Release 1 is available at https://www.xojo.com/download. For more details on pricing and licensing options, please visit https://www.xojo.com/store.
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LEESBURG, Va., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In the midst of northern Virginia's horse country, in historic downtown Leesburg, is a quaint independent bookstore, Books and Other Found Things that, according to Jerzey Wahoo Media, LLC, will host release of the final chapter of a trilogy of novels revolving around thoroughbred racing.
What Are The Odds?... The Calculus of Coincidence, the sequel All In?... Beware the Cross Currents and the concluding Life's Elusive Horizon ... an unholy trinity offer readers a spellbinding trio of tales while also providing an inside look into thoroughbred racing and breeding at a transformational time in the sport's long and storied history.
At the story's core lies a dueling dance of equine industry elites: There's Beauregard Wellington, head of his family's Lexington, KY, racing empire and the only child of Bentley Wellington, former two-time Commonwealth Governor, founder of a bourbon distillery and husband to coal baroness Abigail Prescott Wellington. Then there is Thomas Jefferson Cutter III of Leesburg, VA, who took over the family's thoroughbred business when his father unexpectedly died shortly after TJ graduated from the University of Virginia.
A fateful meeting between the two youthful horsemen at the Jersey shore's Monmouth Park racetrack in 1983 sets in motion a chain of events that embroils both families, as well as an expanding circle of friends and associates, in a web of scandal involving murder, sex, shady financial dealings and brushes with the underworld.
Affectionately dubbed the Cutter/Wellington trilogy, author Rob Hilliard has referred to his work as "my life on steroids." A 1974 graduate of UVA, Mr. Hilliard borrows liberally from time spent in Ireland, Germany and New York City; his experiences as a racetrack employee that also served as research for his master's thesis on the New York City Off-Track Betting Corporation, and his days as a student and active UVA alumnus.
Having fallen in love with the characters he created in his first novel and with a global pandemic forcing confinement, Mr. Hilliard spun the balance of his story in 18 months. His objective? "... to have the trilogy become a cult literary experience for fellow alums, particularly those who walked the Lawn in 1974."
Books and Other Found Things proprietor R. Allen Robinson noted: "The novels' emphasis on northern Virginia's horse country and the Cutter family's ties to the University of Virginia fit nicely with my desire and that of my late-wife, Nancy B. King-Robinson, to support local artists, authors and community."
While all three novels in the Cutter/Wellington trilogy can be purchased through Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/author/passion-from-rhilliard) or Outskirts Press (https://outskirtspress.com/cutterwellingtontrilogy), Mr. Hilliard is suggesting interested readers visit his Web site at www.jerzeywahoomedia.com, where net proceeds from sale of the paperback editions of his novels will be directed to the Loudoun Literacy Council and Madison House, a not-for-profit entity that acts as a liaison between UVA student-volunteers and the Charlottesville/Albemarle communities. Each book purchased from the author's site will contain a personal, hand-written note.
The Leesburg event at Books and Other Found Things takes place on Wednesday, April 13, from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. The author will also appear at 2nd Act Books in Charlottesville on April 20. Those interested in attending either event should R.S.V.P. to Mr. Hilliard directly, either by calling (248-320-1846) or writing (robhilliard@msn.com). There is no charge to attend, all three novels will be available, and complimentary hors d'oeuvre & beverage service as well as door prizes will be provided.
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SAN DIEGO , April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In a recent study published in Pain Management Nursing, cognitive behavioral coaching (CBC) was found to help individuals suffering from low back pain successfully improve functional ability.
The study found that participants who completed 5-7 remote coaching visits improved their ability to function to a greater degree compared to those who only completed 2-4 sessions.
Low back pain is one of the most common reasons patients seek medical care in the U.S., and it costs the nation upwards of $12 billion annually in medical costs, disability, and lack of productivity. These results suggest that a telephonic coaching program combined with virtual resources such as self-care pain management videos, articles, how-to tip sheets, personalized Action Plans, and physical activity videos can be successful in improving functionality for participants with low back pain of varying levels of severity and complaints, based on self-reported functional outcomes. Such tools offer a non-surgical, non-pharmaceutical solution to help the millions of people who suffer from low back pain.
The study, conducted by Cigna health plan with American Specialty Health's EmpoweredDecisions!™ program, also found that a low back pain radicular diagnosis, or pain that radiates from your back and hips into your legs, doesn't impact outcomes, as the change in function was similar whether radiculopathy existed or not. This is an important finding as it allows results to be applied to a broader population of individuals with low back pain.
"The EmpoweredDecisions! CBC study results support that non-invasive, non-pharmaceutical treatments, such as cognitive behavioral coaching with digital resource support, can be effective for lower back pain," said lead author Jaynie Bjornaraa, Ph.D., MPH, PT, and VP, Rehab Services and Digital Fitness Solutions at American Specialty Health.
"The study serves as a good guidepost for health plans and employers seeking to reduce their health costs and improve both absenteeism and presenteeism due to lower back pain," said co-author Cigna's Dr. David Mino, National Medical Director Orthopaedic Surgery and Spinal Disorders. "This study also reinforces that whole-person health means that one is healthy both physically and mentally. The role that behavioral health care plays in our overall wellness is more important than ever."
"The findings are particularly important today as the nation continues to grapple with the opioid epidemic that has challenged the health care industry to seek non-pharmaceutical pain management options," added co-author Douglas Metz, DC, chief health services officer and executive vice president at American Specialty Health.
The study, "Effects of a Remotely-delivered Cognitive Behavioral Coaching Program on the Self-rated Functional Disability of Participants with Low Back Pain," (Bjornaraa, J., Bowers, A., Mino, D., Choice, D., Metz, D., Wagner, K., Pain Management Nursing, October 24, 2021) observed the results of a Cognitive Behavioral Coaching program on 423 participants in a workplace environment over three years.
For more information visit https://www.ashcompanies.com/ or https://www.empowered-decisions.com/.
About EmpoweredDecisions!™
The EmpoweredDecisions! program is designed to help those living with pain learn how to better manage symptoms, overcome fear of movement, become more productive, and avoid unnecessary opioid use. The program achieves this through an innovative 3-pronged approach: MSK rehabilitation exercise, cognition behavioral education, and digital and live coaching support.
About American Specialty Health (ASH)
American Specialty Health Incorporated (ASH) is one of the nation's premier independent and privately-owned specialty health organizations offering technology-enabled benefits management services, including musculoskeletal health provider networks and programs, fitness center networks and exercise programs, and health management solutions for health plans, insurance carriers, employers, and others. With offices in Carmel (Indianapolis), IN, San Diego, CA, Fort Worth, TX, and Columbia, SC, ASH has more than 1,500 employees. ASH administers benefits for over 52 million members nationwide and has consumer self-pay programs for over 155 million members. For more information about ASH, visit www.ashcompanies.com or call 800-848-3555. Follow us on LinkedIn or Twitter at @ASHCompanies .
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Peyton Manning, Andy Roddick and Master Blender Marianne Eaves' Acclaimed Spirits Company Curates Kentucky and Tennessee Bourbons Into One Harmonious, Groundbreaking Expression
NASHVILLE, Tenn., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sweetens Cove Spirits Company today introduced its latest expression – Kennessee, the inspired union of Kentucky and Tennessee Bourbons, hand-curated and blended together by Master Blender Marianne Eaves. It is the latest expression by the premium purveyor of fine bourbons, named for the acclaimed 9-hole Tennessee golf course and featuring an ownership group that includes Peyton Manning, Andy Roddick and friends. In 2021, Esquire Magazine ranked Sweetens Cove as the #1 celebrity spirit in the world.
"Rather than argue whether Kentucky or Tennessee is better or best, why not put them together in one bottle and create magic?" related Eaves. "Each of these liquids reflect the enduring and exceptional personality of their region, sharing common ground and yet, distinctive qualities. Working barrel by barrel, I added a hint of toasted sugar maple wood to elevate this one-of-a-kind blend, just right at 110.7 proof."
With an SRP of $59.00, Sweetens Cove Kennessee is the company's first foray into the "all-access" market, with a high-end product and approachable price-point, ideal for happy hour, barbecues, tailgates and mixology.
Sweetens Cove Kennessee brings an inventive harmony to the long-standing whiskey rivalry of Kentucky and Tennessee. "We are excited to celebrate the characters and culture, legacy and lore, of kindred spirits from Kentucky and Tennessee," added Mark Rivers, Sweetens Cove's Managing Partner. "This was an exciting effort to break down the walls and find a unity and wonder from these two regions brought unexpectedly together. The net result is another masterpiece from Marianne – a delicious and dynamic bourbon."
Sweetens Cove Kennessee will be available in 12 states across the U.S. to begin its journey in 2022, including: Tennessee, Kentucky, Indiana, Colorado, Texas, Georgia, South Carolina, Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Nevada and Illinois. In certain markets, subject to legal restrictions, the product can be purchased online via www.sweetenscovespirits.com.
Sweetens Cove Kennessee Give-A-Little Project Opens for Nominations
To celebrate the launch of Sweetens Cove Kennessee, the Company is celebrating its roots as grassroots golf course in rural Tennessee by sharing some of its success. The Company will dedicate $5 from each of the first 10,000 bottles sold of Kennessee to create a pool of $50,000 to contribute and fund little projects at small-town and local golf courses.
"As passionate superfans of the game, we are excited that some of these proceeds from the Kennessee launch are helping out the special little places that make golf great," explained Peyton Manning, Co-Founder of Sweetens Cove.
Nominations for little courses to receive a little support from Sweetens Cove should be made via the brand's Instagram account, @sweetenscovespirits.
Tasting Notes on Sweetens Cove Kennessee
Master Blender Marianne Eaves' personal notes:
The aroma can be described as warm toasted oak, graham cracker, rich mulled spice and orange peel, and a hint of dried pome fruit. The palate offers sweet warm caramel, vanilla and baking spices, hint of citrus, gentle chewy oak, and easy creamy mid palate. The finish is long, with lingering warmth and a sweet soft woodsy ending.
About Sweetens Cove Spirits Company
Artisan purveyor of fine bourbons based in Tennessee and named for the renowned Sweetens Cove Golf Club in South Pittsburg, located between Nashville and Chattanooga. Operating since 2020, with annual bourbon releases in each of 2020 and 2021 and now one of the fastest-growing prestige brands in the spirits world.
The Sweetens Cove Golf Club started it all, called the "Little Course That Could" by the New York Times for its world-class architecture and heart-warming backstory. Sweetens has ranked as one of the Top 50 golf experiences in the U.S., according to the GolfWeek Modern 100 List, which has also rated it as the best 9-hole course in America. It has been described as "Field of Dreams Meets Tin Cup" for its cult-like following, summer camp-like vibe and breathtaking design and environment. The course has also been known for its long-standing ritual of first-time players taking a celebratory shot of whiskey on the first tee, prior to beginning their rounds.
In 2019, a group of friends, including Peyton Manning, Eli Manning, Andy Roddick, Jim Nantz and others, acquired the public Golf Club and launched the Spirits Company, with a vision of preserving and protecting the legacy and accessibility of the course and building a craftsmanship-centered spirits portfolio.
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MEXICO CITY, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tangelo, a leading financial technology company in Latin America specializing in alternative credit, announced the closing of its credit facility for $3 billion Mexican pesos (around $150 million US dollars) with HSBC. This credit facility aims to support Tangelo's Mexican asset-based lending portfolio growth, optimizing cash and leverage levels, allowing Tangelo to continue diversifying its debt profile, promoting funding in local currency, and supporting increasing demand for its SME credit solutions.
This new facility will allow Tangelo to maintain an efficient capital structure, improve its profitability profile and continue reporting strong financial indicators.
Tangelo's co-CEO, Alejandro Monzó, commented: "The signing of this facility provides us with sufficient liquidity to keep expanding our asset-based lending portfolio, supporting more Mexican small and medium enterprises, and consolidate our strong position in the market".
Tangelo is a Latin American financial technology company specializing in alternative credit with over 25 years of experience developing bespoke credit solutions for underserved consumers and SMEs. The versatility of its proprietary technology platform enables product customization and the ability to quickly build and scale different credit products, ranging from point-of-sale financing, supply chain financing, asset-based lending, credit-scoring-as-a-service, and end-to-end white label digital credit solutions for multiple industries and regions.
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The acquisition of TheraCell, Inc. will expand Isto's portfolio of best-in-class procedure specific allografts to help patients heal faster.
LOS ANGELES, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TheraCell Inc., a leading allograft solution company, today announced that it has been acquired by Isto Biologics, a leader in surgical-based, orthobiologic regeneration technologies and cell-based therapies. The acquisition will strengthen Isto's focus on offering extraordinary solutions for surgical and clinical care procedures within spine, orthopedics, and sports medicine.
Bradley Patt, PhD, TheraCell's Co-Founder and CEO said, "We are pleased that Isto, a leader in allogeneic spine solutions, has recognized the value and importance of what we have developed and are excited about how their patient-centric, outcomes-focused commercial and clinical teams will rapidly accelerate the surgical adoption of the products and technology that we are so passionate about."
"We are thrilled to add TheraCell's unmatched technology to our market leading biologics portfolio," said Don Brown, CEO of Isto Biologics. "TheraCell has excelled in developing advanced bone integrating, anchoring, and bridging technologies for spinal repair for over a decade including their award winning TheraFuze DBF® Fiber Anchor™ and TheraFuze DBF® Fiber Bag™."
The acquisition will expand Isto Biologics' growing portfolio of orthopedic grafts and introduce TheraCell's proprietary and patented TheraFuze DBF® technology that will become part of Isto Biologics' Influx™ line.
"The versatility of our technology platform has allowed us to develop and commercialize a range of procedure-specific fiber graft forms", said Nelson Scarborough, PhD, TheraCell's Chief Scientific Officer and co-inventor of the TheraFuze DBF Fiber Bag. "We are thrilled with the opportunity to expand utilization of this unique product portfolio through Isto's presence in the orthopedic allograft market".
"We believe TheraCell's DBF fiber products are a great fit with Isto's existing portfolio", said Andy Carter, PhD, TheraCell's Chief Technology Officer and co-inventor of the highly differentiated TheraFuze DBF Fiber Anchor, "and we anticipate the merging of our organizations to have a tremendous impact in the market ".
About TheraCell, Inc.
TheraCell is focused on the development of advanced technologies for bone and soft tissue repair and the inventor of the next-generation TheraFuze DBF® demineralized bone fiber technology. Founded in 2008, the firm is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA and maintains offices and laboratories in Littleton, MA.
About Isto Biologics
Isto Biologics is a leading biologic and cellular therapy company in the orthopedic space. Isto Biologics is focused on Helping Patients Heal Faster™ through innovative solutions for bone regeneration and cell-based therapies. The company's flagship product offerings include the market-leading Magellan® Autologous Platelet Separator, and bone-growth products including InQu® Bone Graft Extender & Substitute, and the Influx™ product family.
For more information, visit www.theracellinc.com and istobiologics.com
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Don't Miss Out on a Chance to Win $4,500 Towards a Brand-New Family Fridge and more!
CEDAR KNOLLS, N.J., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Calling all families! There's still time to enter the EB Better Family Fridge Makeover Sweepstakes! Eggland's Best has teamed up with celebrity home-organizers, Clea and Joanna of The Home Edit to empower families to build healthier eating habits, starting with the family fridge. Eggland's Best is inspiring Americans nationwide to swap out their processed, unhealthy foods for wholesome, more nutritious options while making it look "eggs-ceptional" along the way.
Fans can enter for a chance to win the ultimate Grand Prize of $4,500 towards a brand-new family fridge, a virtual consultation with The Home Edit team and Dalina Soto, RDN, a year supply of Eggland's Best eggs and more!
"We have been so inspired by our fans' excitement to enter the EB Better Family Fridge Makeover Sweepstakes and eagerness to improve their family fridges," said Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin, founders of The Home Edit. "Recognizing the importance that nutritious foods and healthy organizational habits can have on a family's overall wellness, we are so delighted that we can work together with Eggland's Best to provide the opportunity to help families make healthier decisions."
Studies have shown that you're three times more likely to reach for healthier foods if they're organized and visible in the fridge. In addition to the Sweepstakes, families also have access to RDN Dalina Soto's wholesome recipes using Eggland's Best eggs and tips for families to achieve a healthy and organized fridge!
"As a busy mom, I understand how difficult it can be to keep the family eating healthy and staying organized, which is why I'm thrilled to be able to help others achieve this through my work with Eggland's Best and The Home Edit," said Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist Dalina Soto. "Because Eggland's Best eggs contain 25% less saturated fat and six times more Vitamin D compared to ordinary eggs, they are the perfect staple for families to keep in their fridge at all times to be able to whip up delicious and nutritious recipes with ease."
"We couldn't be more thrilled to see how many people have entered the EB Better Family Sweepstakes in an effort to get their families eating healthier, which is something we always strive for here at Eggland's Best," said Kurt Misialek, President and CEO of Eggland's Best. "We take pride in seeing the many ways families enjoy our eggs and look forward to presenting a brand-new fridge and a year's supply of Eggland's Best eggs to the lucky winner!"
Eggland's Best eggs are a key, delicious and nutritious ingredient to incorporate into any meal. Compared to ordinary eggs, Eggland's Best eggs contain 25% less saturated fat, six times more Vitamin D, more than double the Vitamin B12 and Omega-3s and ten times more Vitamin E. The superior nutrition of Eggland's Best is due to its proprietary all-vegetarian hen feed that contains healthy grains, canola oil and a wholesome supplement of rice bran, alfalfa, sea kelp and Vitamin E.
To access all of these offerings and more, visit www.EBFamilySweeps.com. For more information on Eggland's Best eggs, visit www.egglandsbest.com.
About Eggland's Best Eggs
Eggland's Best is the #1 branded egg in the U.S. and is an excellent source of Vitamins D, B12, E, B5 and riboflavin. Eggland's Best eggs have six times more Vitamin D, more than double the Omega-3s, 10 times more Vitamin E and 25% less saturated fat than ordinary eggs. Eggland's Best's patented method of production and verification ensures that every Eggland's Best egg has these superior qualities. Independent testing has also confirmed that Eggland's Best eggs stay fresher longer than ordinary eggs. The distinctive "EB" stamp on the shell assures consumers and food service customers that Eggland's Best eggs meet the highest production and safety standards.
Eggland's Best was voted "America's Most Trusted Egg Brand" by American shoppers in the BrandSpark Most Trusted Awards; "America's Most Recommended™ Eggs" by women in the Women's Choice Awards; and "Product of the Year." In addition, Eggland's Best has received more than 100 awards and honors from trusted publications, such as Prevention Magazine, Men's Health, Men's Fitness, Taste of Home, Women's Health, and many others.
Eggland's Best's hens are fed a strictly controlled proprietary, high-quality all-vegetarian diet, which results in a better-tasting, more nutritious egg that stays fresher longer. Eggland's Best eggs are available in large, extra-large, jumbo, cage free, organic, hard-cooked, cage free hard-cooked, organic hard-cooked, liquid egg whites, various frozen varieties and are certified Kosher. For more information, visit www.egglandsbest.com.
About The Home Edit
The Home Edit was founded in 2015 by Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin. Brought together by a mutual friend, it was friendship at first text, and a business partnership immediately thereafter. The goal in starting The Home Edit was to reinvent traditional organizing, and merge it with design and interior styling for a specific and signature look that is now known across the globe. Since the company's inception, the business has grown into over 9 markets spanning the United States. Clea and Joanna are also the authors of two New York Times bestselling books, The Home Edit and The Home Edit Life; are the stars and executive producers of the Emmy-nominated Netflix show, "Get Organized with The Home Edit" and have a line of organizational products sold in over 15 countries.
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A poll conducted by Morning Consult on behalf of the Walton Family Foundation highlights the importance of nature-based climate solutions
WASHINGTON, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released its latest report on mitigating the impacts of climate change, a new poll from the Walton Family Foundation, in collaboration with Morning Consult, reveals how Americans think about climate change solutions. Specifically, when asked about natural infrastructure, described as the use of naturally occurring landscape features or nature-based solutions that promote, use, restore, or emulate natural ecological features, three-in-four voters (76%) supported the use of natural infrastructure to address climate change.
Natural infrastructure is a bipartisan solution to addressing climate change. At least seven-in-ten Democrats and Republicans nationally support these solutions.
"Climate change is water change. As Americans reckon with the changes in climate that are already underway, we see that voters understand that we need to seek solutions to use the power of nature to help solve problems – and that's what natural infrastructure is all about," said Moira Mcdonald, Environment Program Director of the Walton Family Foundation. "Despite political divisions in our country, Americans agree on protecting our planet, and it is time we put this unity into action."
As leaders from local, state, and federal offices consider how to apply funding made available through the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, voters strongly support natural infrastructure solutions, including:
- Shoring up coastline and river communities to better withstand increasingly frequent and intense storms and flooding (80% support);
- Restoring wetlands to mitigate climate impacts including soaking up water from storms and rehydrating landscapes to prevent wildfires (82% support);
- Protecting groundwater supplies to increase available water while also supporting rivers and streams (83%);
- Using floodplains to reduce flooding, and protect communities, farmlands, and wildlife (83%).
Other key findings from the poll include:
- A majority of Americans agree climate change will alter important aspects of life in the U.S. such as agriculture (76% total, 89% Democrats, and 61% Republicans), water resources (76% total, 90% Democrats, and 59% Republicans) and the economy (71% total, 87% Democrats, and 55% Republicans).
- 73% of Americans are worried about climate change and water scarcity, with at least three-in-five voters saying that drought, increased temperatures, wildfires, extreme weather and flooding are a product of climate change's effect on water resources.
- Black and Hispanic voters expressed more concern about climate change's impacts on the economy (84% Black, 81% Hispanic, 68% White), health (88% Black, 78% Hispanic, 67% White), and issues around equality (69% Black voters, 62% Hispanic voters, 44% White).
- One-quarter of American voters believe their state will not have enough water during their grandchildren's lifetimes (the next 100 years). The numbers are even higher in western states - 55% in Colorado said their state would not have enough water in the next 100 years and 53% said the same in Arizona.
To read the full poll results, visit www.waltonfamilyfoundation.org/worldwaterday.
Polling Methodology:
The national poll was conducted between March 4-March 6, 2022 among a sample of 2005 Registered Voters across the United States. The interviews were conducted online, and the data were weighted to approximate a target sample of Registered Voters based on gender by age, educational attainment, race, marital status, homeownership, race by educational attainment, 2020 presidential vote, and region. Results from the full survey have a margin of error of plus or minus 2 percentage points.
The state-level polls were conducted between March 4-March 8, 2022, among a sample of 298 Registered Voters in Arizona and a sample of 300 Registered voters in Colorado. The interviews were conducted online, and the data were weighted to approximate a target sample of Registered Voters based on gender, age, education, race, ethnicity, marital status, homeownership, and 2020 vote choice. Results from the full survey have a margin of error of plus or minus 6 percentage points.
About the Walton Family Foundation
The Walton Family Foundation is, at its core, a family-led foundation. Three generations of the descendants of our founders, Sam and Helen Walton, and their spouses, work together to lead the foundation and create access to opportunity for people and communities. We work in three areas: improving K-12 education, protecting rivers and oceans and the communities they support, and investing in our home region of Northwest Arkansas and the Arkansas-Mississippi Delta. To learn more, visit waltonfamilyfoundation.org and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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The Nation's Fastest-Growing Engineering and Consulting Firm Appoints Former BrandSafway and General Electric Executive to Strengthen Leadership Team and Accelerate Growth
ORLANDO, Fla., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Engineering Sciences® (UES), a leading national engineering and consulting company, has appointed David Witsken to the role of Chief Executive Officer. UES, recognized as the fastest-growing AEC firm in the U.S. and Canada, continues to expand its operations nationally, with 67 branches in nearly 20 states and more than 3,100 professionals today. Dave will be located at UES' headquarters in Orlando and will begin later this month.
Most recently, Dave served as the President of BrandSafway's Industrial, Energy, and Commercial business for the United States, Canada and Mexico. BrandSafway is a provider of services and products to the industrial, commercial and infrastructure end markets worldwide. Dave worked in various global executive leadership roles throughout his 17 years at the company, including M&A, Sales, and General Management. During his tenure, BrandSafway completed 30 successful acquisitions and grew from $300 million in revenue in 2005 to $5 billion today. Previously, Dave spent 18 years at General Electric in various leadership positions. He received a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Cincinnati and an MBA from Westminster College, where he currently serves as an Advisory Board member.
"Dave's strong track record of leadership in the industry and extensive experience driving growth positions him exceptionally well to lead UES in its next exciting chapter," said UES Chairman Michael Burke. "In the past 18 months, UES has tripled in size through both organic growth and acquisitions. This includes notable project wins, as well as the successful completion of 13 strategic acquisitions. Looking ahead, we are excited to continue UES' expansion across high growth geographies in the United States. I look forward to working closely with Dave and our talented leadership team to seize the incredible opportunity ahead of us."
"I'm excited to join UES at this moment of its journey," said newly appointed UES CEO Dave Witsken. "UES is poised to make a tremendous impact nationally. Between the national commitment to infrastructure spending and the increased population shift to the Sun Belt, there is a significant opportunity for UES to build stronger communities, serve more clients and create exciting career paths for our people."
For more information, visit universalengineering.com.
Universal Engineering Sciences, headquartered in Orlando, is a rapidly growing engineering and consulting firm with nearly six decades of experience in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, building code compliance, threshold inspections and environmental consulting. UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology, best practices, and influential legislature. Projects include both public and private clients, ranging from transportation and healthcare to commercial and education. UES engineers, geologists, certified inspectors, and scientists offer an unwavering commitment to excellence, approaching each project as an opportunity to cultivate enduring relationships with clients. BDT Capital Partners is the primary investor in the company.
UES has made a commitment to growing through strategic acquisition and organic growth. UES' presence includes locations throughout the high growth markets in the South, Midwest and West, including Texas, Florida, Georgia, Alabama, North and South Carolina, Metro DC, California, Utah, Nevada, Missouri, Illinois, Kansas, Nebraska, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi, and Arkansas.
UES was named number one on the Zweig Group Hot Firm List which honors the fastest-growing firms in the architecture, engineering, planning, environmental and construction (AEC) industry. With nearly 3,100 professionals across 67 branches in nearly 20 states nationwide, UES consults on projects of all sizes to help deliver needed infrastructure and build safe and successful communities. For more information, please visit universalengineering.com or follow UES on Social Media.
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LONDON and AUSTIN, Texas, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vereigen Media, a leader in full-stack solutions for B2B demand generation, today announced the next phase of its global expansion with the addition of US-based Dave Steinmeyer as Managing Partner and Steve Collins as Senior Vice President of Global Revenue. Vereigen, in its 4th year of success, now serves a growing base of digitally savvy customers from offices in the US, UK, UAE, and India.
Dave Steinmeyer brings Vereigen an extensive background in helping B2B technology organizations expand their strategic efforts by focusing on customer and prospect engagement. As Managing Partner, Dave leverages his expertise in developing strategic growth models and customer-centric revenue teams. With his proven track record in driving measurable results for clients, Dave will help propel Vereigen to a market leader position as it expands operations globally.
"I have had the pleasure of working with Dave for many years. He consistently delivers on his commitments and follows through on his promises. Dave is the person I know I can rely on when I have tough business challenges to solve. His experience, candor, and dedication to ensuring his clients have the tools and resources to succeed have made Dave a partner I know I can turn to for all of my demand generation needs," said Alison Harris, Chief Digital Strategist at Addison Marketing.
Steve Collins brings Vereigen his solid background in B2B marketing and operations emphasizing Tech and SaaS companies. As SVP of Global Revenue, Steve will lead Vereigen's global expansion efforts and help deliver results to its growing network of clients and partners. Steve continues to leverage his B2B marketing expertise to help drive revenue growth for top global B2B brands.
"I am confident the values and input Dave and Steve bring to Vereigen Media will strengthen the company's result and customer-focused culture," said Anuj Pakhare, Founder and CEO of Vereigen Media. "Both have years of experience in our market sector that will help shape our position in the market and scale our growth. Vereigen Media's existing and future customers will benefit greatly from their commitment, determination, and customer-centricity."
Vereigen Media is a full-stack solution provider for B2B demand generation. It provides digital content methodology and processes to deliver relevant content to targeted decision-makers, at scale, with tangible results optimized for ROI and outcome. Vereigen offers a suite of Account-Based Management (ABM), Intent Data, Performance Media, and Content Syndication solutions. With an extreme focus on data quality, bespoke digital processes, and RevOps enablement, Vereigen helps sales and marketing teams increase conversion in their go-to-market strategies. Its flagship solution, VMintent, allows partners to hyper-target by tracking content engagement and funnel progression at both the account and contact level, ensuring that marketers can target the right contacts at the right time.
"We are eager for the opportunity to bring transparency and accountability to an otherwise convoluted B2B demand market," said Dave Steinmeyer. "Our focus is squarely on helping our colleagues and customers address their digital and demand marketing challenges as they work to find scalable options in driving growth and revenue for the organizations they work tirelessly to support."
Anuj Pakhare, founder and CEO of Vereigen, is an industry leader driven to change the B2B marketing landscape. Anuj has an extensive career working with marketing, PR, and research firms. He offers a wealth of experience and knowledge while focusing directly on customer experience and maximizing results. Anuj aims to make Vereigen Media a global leader of full-stack solutions for B2B marketing, ABM, and Intent Data programs. Vereigen Media is poised to bring revolutionary support for marketers through understanding their unique challenges while minimizing the costs typically associated with comprehensive marketing programs.
"We believe in studying and deeply understanding how businesses purchase products, then leveraging that knowledge into the core of our leading-edge B2B solutions. We bring the best experience and measurable results to our clients and strive every day to implement solutions that positively impact marketers' lives," Anuj concluded.
Vereigen Media is a full-stack solution provider for B2B demand generation. Its solutions provide digital content methodology and processes to deliver relevant content to targeted decision makers, at scale, with tangible results optimized for ROI and outcome. With offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, and India, Vereigen Media offers solutions and support to customers around the globe. For more information, visit us at www.VereigenMedia.com
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LONDON, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SHACKLETON announces the winner of the inaugural Shackleton Medal for the Protection of the Polar Regions: Dr. Heïdi Sevestre, expedition leader, climate activist, scientific researcher, documentary maker and lobbyist.
Selected unanimously by an international panel of polar experts, Dr. Sevestre faced stiff competition from her fellow finalists which included a Nobel-prize nominated campaigner for Inuit rights, an internationally renowned explorer and a marine lawyer known for 'Speedo diplomacy'.
In addition to receiving the newly-cast Shackleton Medal, Dr. Sevestre is awarded a prize of £10,000 as a contribution towards her ongoing work in the polar regions.
Launched on 5th January, the centenary of Sir Ernest Shackleton's death, the Shackleton Medal began with a public nomination process before the judging panel whittled down a long list to nine finalists.
Dr Sevestre was selected for her exemplary scientific work, achievements as an expedition leader in extreme environments, her work as a founder member of with Climate Sentinels and most impressively her outreach campaigns, documentaries and lobbying with geo-political groups, national leaders and governments.
Chair of the Judges Lewis Dartnell said: "Following an incredibly tough judging process, looking through the careers and impact of nine quite extraordinary humans, whose work is category-leading in the protection of the polar regions, we arrived at a unanimous vote. Dr Sevestre stood out for her fierce and uncompromising approach to driving change in the polar regions. She understands people and more importantly the emotional connection we all have with our planet. Her work in unlocking this passion in the world, combined with her frontline scientific research, make her the ideal candidate to inspire more individuals to prioritise the climate change fight."
On accepting her award, Dr. Sevestre said: "I am so honoured to receive the very first Shackleton Medal. To be associated with the great man, is an honour. We need his strong-willed perseverance more than ever. We have to continuously fight to connect people with what we study, with the magnitude of what is currently taking place. As a polar scientist, you face extreme environments on a day-to-day basis. Sadly I have lost colleagues who are trying to study how quickly things are changing. The speed of the changes means conditions are becoming more and more dangerous. When you read the news, you can either be depressed, give up…or you can use this energy, this rage to make a difference. It's now, or never."
Last year, Dr. Sevestre led an all-female-scientist expedition, Climate Sentinels, to document the effect of the dramatic changes in snow and ice conditions. She has made it her mission to talk to everyone from schoolchildren to heads of state about how to tackle global warming and designed the expedition to be on skis so it was completely carbon neutral. Yet the team of six scientists found themselves battling winds of more than 140 km/h and violent blizzards – freak conditions for April. They needed to use all their ingenuity to stay alive, at one point burying themselves in the snow to protect themselves from a storm that approached them when they were high up on a plateau.
At the end of a four-month process, Martin Brooks, co-founder of Shackleton, said: "Dr. Sevestre stood out for her courage, leadership, considerable achievements and sheer determination. I could not be more proud to award the very first Shackleton Medal to this rising star of the polar world. Not only is she proactive in protecting the polar regions on the frontline with her groundbreaking research, but her courageous and Shackleton-esque spirit in driving proactive change through discourse and diplomacy, with leaders across the world. I'm quite simply in awe of her energy, intellect and day-to-day achievements. I hope she can inspire many more people to follow in her footsteps. Congratulations Dr. Sevestre - our very first Shackleton Medal winner."
Plans are underway for the 2023 Shackleton Medal are already underway with the event set to become an annual award in the global climate change calendar.
For more information head to Shackleton.com.
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WPBeginner Growth Fund, the leading investment fund focused on WordPress businesses, is pleased to announce that it has acquired an investment stake in India-based WooFunnels, a popular sales funnel builder & marketing automation platform for WooCommerce.
Over 18,000+ eCommerce website owners use WooFunnels to capture more leads, increase average order value, do timely follow-ups with customers, and add other eCommerce automation features that are proven to boost revenue.
"The decision to invest in WooFunnels was a no-brainer. It's a must have tool for all eCommerce websites because it helps you increase profits without increasing traffic or ad spending," said Syed Balkhi, Founder and CEO of WPBeginner & Awesome Motive.
Over 19 million websites use Awesome Motive growth tools including OptinMonster, WPForms, MonsterInsights, AIOSEO, and others. WPBeginner Growth Fund's investment in WooFunnels will help unlock strategic synergy across the portfolio and further Balkhi's mission of helping small businesses grow & compete with the big guys through superior growth tools and training.
"We're excited to be a part of WPBeginner Growth Fund family and to work with Syed as he joins our board," said Daman Jeet Singh, co-founder and CEO of WooFunnels. "WPBeginner has a strong history of helping top-tier WordPress product companies accelerate their business to achieve their full potential. We believe this is a huge opportunity, and we're very pleased to add a partner that can go the distance with us."
WooFunnels has other products including the marketing automation software, Autonami, and a suite of conversion tools on XLPlugins, all of which are part of the investment deal.
About WPBeginner Growth Fund
WPBeginner Growth Fund is a leading investment fund focused on WordPress businesses. Created by Syed Balkhi, founder & chief blogger at WPBeginner, the fund's portfolio boasts an impressive list of WordPress companies including MemberPress, Pretty Links, Formidable Forms, Uncanny Automator, Wholesale Suite, and more. WPBeginner is one of the largest free WordPress resource sites for beginners. Learn more about WPBeginner Growth Fund at wpbeginner.com
About WooFunnels
WooFunnels was launched in 2018 to help store owners easily create high-converting checkouts, add order bumps, and one-click upsells. Today it has become a powerful sales funnel builder & marketing automation tool used by 18,000+ smart eCommerce website owners to capture more leads, increase order value, do timely follow-ups with customers, and add other eCommerce automation features that are proven to boost your revenue. Learn more about WooFunnels at buildwoofunnels.com
About Awesome Motive
Awesome Motive is a technology holding company behind popular web apps and growth tools like AIOSEO, OptinMonster, MonsterInsights, WPForms, and over a dozen others. Over 19 million websites use Awesome Motive tools to get more traffic, subscribers, and sales. Learn more about Awesome Motive at awesomemotive.com.
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LIVONIA, Mich., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- XanEdu announced today that its Board of Directors has appointed Charles (Chad) Bonney as Chief Executive Officer, effective April 1, 2022. John DeBoer will transition to a role on the Company's Board of Directors.
Bonney has held numerous transformational leadership roles for Cengage Learning both domestically and internationally, including VP of Finance, SVP, COO, CFO of Global Business, and, most recently, Senior Vice President and General Manager for International Higher Education. Bonney holds a B.A. in Government and Spanish from Bowdoin College and an MBA from the University of Georgia.
"XanEdu has been on an impressive growth trajectory since its inception," says Bonney. "I am excited to be a part of their talented leadership team as we work together to grow their portfolio of educational products and services that effectively address the increasing complexities that surround education."
Bonney succeeds John DeBoer who will transition to a role on XanEdu's Board of Directors. DeBoer served as XanEdu's CEO where he led consistent revenue growth and multiple acquisitions that have been instrumental in the Company's building of a robust portfolio in the education space.
Ty Field, XanEdu's Executive Chairman stated, "XanEdu's growth has been significant under John's tenure. He has successfully led the company as it navigated acquisitions, market changes and impressive year-over-year growth. We look forward to John's continued expertise and advisement as a member of the XanEdu Board." Field went on to say, "As we look to the future of XanEdu we are fortunate to have an experienced and dynamic leader like Chad join our team to guide the continued growth and expansion of our educational portfolio."
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XanEdu has been increasing student engagement and enhancing learning outcomes since 1999 by delivering innovative solutions across the K-12 and Higher Education communities. We address our clients' unique needs through customized curriculum and publishing services at any scale while maintaining our commitment to affordability and accessibility for all stakeholders. XanEdu is a privately held company headquartered in Livonia, MI. More information can be found at xanedu.com.
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Itawamba Community College baseball got mixed results in a doubleheader with Copiah-Lincoln Community College on Saturday.
The Indians (12-14, 6-8 in MACCC) blasted Co-Lin (11-19, 6-8 MACCC) 16-4 in five innings in the first game, then dropped the second to the Wolves 9-7.
ICC 16, Co-Lin 4 (5 innings)
ICC got the scoring started with a run in the first and five more in the second. But the game got really out of hand in the third, when the Indians notched 10 runs to take a 16-0 lead. The Wolves closed the gap with two runs in the fourth and another pair of scores in the fifth but could come no closer.
Taylor Tarver (1-0) earned the win on the mound, while Kade May (2-4) took the loss for the Wolves.
Bryce Capobianco led the Indians at the plate with a homerun, a double and a single. Will Verdung and Connar Gardner each tallied a single and a double, while Matthew Martinolich added a pair of singles.
Co-Lin 9, ICC 7 (7 innings)
The Indians came out hot again in the second game, putting up a total of seven runs through the first four innings to take a 7-4 lead into the fifth.
But those 7 runs were all ICC would manage. Co-Lin battled back with a run in the fifth and four in the seventh to take the 9-7 victory.
Kade Parker (4-2) got the win for Co-Lin, with Cooper Williams (1) earning the save. Will Verdung took the loss for ICC.
Bryce Capobianco and Connar Gardner had another multiple hit outing, with Gardner hitting a double and a single while Capobianco added two singles. Terris Meeks added a pair of hits as well, while Eli Hancock and Verdung each smacked a double.
ICC traveled to Jackson, Tenn., Tuesday for a 2 p.m. non-conference doubleheader with Jackson State CC. The results of that game were not available by press time.
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I think every gardener -- whether just starting out or a seasoned veteran -- has heard many an old adage related to growing a garden. Most of the gardening folklore revolves around the “best” planting times for various vegetable crops.
I remember growing up in Michigan with my family who loved fresh sweet corn. Sweet corn was kind of an end-of-summer treat. “Knee high by the Fourth of July” was the go-to benchmark as to whether the Labor Day cookout would be delicious with sweet corn on our plates.
Obviously, this saying about sweet corn doesn’t work for the southern parts of the country where I’ve enjoyed home-grown, freshly picked sweet corn on Memorial Day.
One of the most popular and stubbornly defended Southern gardening beliefs involves planting the summer vegetable garden on Good Friday.
Many believe this tradition started in the South, but the origins of planting on Good Friday date back to Europe in the 1600s. During this period, explorers and traders were bringing new plants and food crops discovered in the New World to the Old World.
One of these crops was the potato. Many people thought this new and strange tuber was evil and dangerous to eat -- after all, it is a member of the nightshade family. To protect their families, the potatoes were planted on Good Friday and gardens were then sprinkled with Holy Water.
Fast forward to 2022 and consider planting gardens on Good Friday.
The reports I’ve had from past years is that sometimes the garden is great and other years it’s kind of “meh.” This is because Easter has a six-week swing through the calendar, and Good Friday can fall from as early as March 20 to as late as April 23.
The reason for this is related to lunar cycles. Easter is celebrated on the first Sunday after the paschal full moon. What is the paschal full moon, you ask? This is the first full moon after the vernal equinox, which you may recall is the astrological first day of spring.
The bottom line and my recommendation is to plant your summer garden according to the spring frost dates for your area of the state.
Planting on Good Friday simply because it is Good Friday could expose your newly planted garden to spring frosts yet to occur. And to muddy the waters just a bit, there’s an old Creole adage that you never plant on Good Friday. So, there you go.
The good news is that for most of Mississippi, we’ll be past the historic spring frost dates in a week or so. I started transplanting tomatoes in my coastal garden this past weekend.
Here’s to a great spring and summer gardening season.
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Musician Gary Negbaur will return to the South on Friday, April 8 for a concert at Tupelo's Link Centre. Negbaur spent a large part of the past few years in New Orleans. He currently calls New York City home.
NYC-based pianist, vocalist and composer Gary Negbaur will make his way to Tupelo on Friday, April 8 to perform as a part of the Link Centre's Monthly Music Mix series. Negbaur describes his style as a reflection of America's music. His performance will feature jazz and blues genres, covers of popular songs and some original pieces.
Musician Gary Negbaur will return to the South on Friday, April 8 for a concert at Tupelo's Link Centre. Negbaur spent a large part of the past few years in New Orleans. He currently calls New York City home.
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NYC-based pianist, vocalist and composer Gary Negbaur will make his way to Tupelo on Friday, April 8 to perform as a part of the Link Centre's Monthly Music Mix series. Negbaur describes his style as a reflection of America's music. His performance will feature jazz and blues genres, covers of popular songs and some original pieces.
TUPELO • Pianist, vocalist and composer Gary Negbaur will showcase his musical talents at Tupelo's Link Centre on Friday, April 8 starting at 7:30 p.m.
Negbaur's performance will serve as the April installment of the Link Centre's Monthly Music Mix series. Tickets are $15 in advance and $18 at the door.
Negbaur is based in New York City but has spent a lot of time about 1300 miles south of the Big Apple, in the Big Easy, for the last two years.
The musician's artistic style is centered around the sounds of the South.
"A lot of my emphasis is on jazz, blues and American roots music," said Negbaur.
The theme of Friday's show will reflect Negbaur's style. Jazz and blues genres will be featured as well as covers of well-known songs.
"It covers about 100 years of a broad set of music," he said.
Although this performance will be solo for Negbaur, he often performs with a quartet.
"It will be a nice, intimate evening of me on the Link Centre's great Steinway piano," said Negbaur. "Melanie Deas and I have been friends for many years and have talked about this concert for a long time. We finally got it booked a few years ago but COVID-19 interrupted that," he said
For attendees who might be unfamiliar with the evening's musical selections, Negbaur said the first thing to know is his music reflects that of American popular music.
"It’s the music and songs that make us," he said. "It’s in all of our heads, and it’s the things we share. Old movie songs, rock and roll, and I can’t not play Elvis for goodness sakes."
Negbaur said there will be music for everyone to enjoy during his concert. For more information on his upcoming appearance, check out link-centre.org.
BROOKE BULLOCK BURLESON is a digital producer for the Daily Journal. Contact her at brooke.burleson@djournal.com.
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2-year 6 months, male, Cattle Dog, 35 pounds
Y'all might need to purchase one of those heart rate tracking devices because if you're going to come out and meet Tracker you're at risk of your heart exploding! Forget all of those cowboy movies of the past, Tracker is THE best looking cattle guy (we mean dog) around and could surely give John Wayne a run for the money. Tracker is an adult who weighs about 40 lbs full grown making him small for his breed and a perfect medium-sized guy. Like true cowboy types, he has the ladies swooning and the guys wishing they could be his best bud. He is a social and fun guy who has good energy and a sharp mind so needs people who are willing to engage both on a regular basis. He enjoys other dogs and likes to play so would do best with similar energy and sized friend most likely. He is quiet, no hooting and howling for him, and likes to keep his living quarters clean. With the looks, attitude, and fun, he is the total package for sure!
Visit SavingGraceNC.org for adoption information.
This ABC11 Pet of the Week is sponsored by Sally Said So Professional Dog Training, who is offering a free training session for those who adopt from Saving Grace based on this feature.
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BALTIMORE -- After two unsuccessful attempts to free the grounded Ever Forward in the Chesapeake Bay, the U.S. Coast Guard announced Monday that containers will be removed to lighten the load before another try.
Salvage experts determined they wouldn't be able to overcome the ground force of the more than 1,000-foot (305-meter) Ever Forward, loaded with nearly 5,000 containers, the U.S. Coast Guard, Maryland Department of the Environment and Taiwan-based Evergreen Marine Corp., the ship's operator, said in a news release. Unloading the ship offers the best chance to refloat it, officials said.
Dredging will continue to a depth of 43 feet (13 meters), but as soon as two crane barges are installed, containers will be removed and taken back to Baltimore's Seagirt Marine Terminal, officials said. Then, tugs and pull barges will try again to refloat the ship. The shipping channel will remain open to one-way traffic during the operation, which is expected to take about two weeks.
The ship was headed from the Port of Baltimore to Norfolk, Virginia, on March 13 when it ran aground just north of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. Officials have said there were no reports of injuries, damage or pollution.
The Coast Guard has said it hasn't determined what caused the Ever Forward to run aground. The ship is outside the shipping channel and has not been blocking navigation, unlike last year's high-profile grounding in the Suez Canal of its sister vessel, the Ever Given, which disrupted the global supply chain for days.
Ever Forward ship to be unloaded before next refloat try
The Coast Guard has said it hasn't determined what caused the Ever Forward to run aground.
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LOUISBURG, N.C. (WTVD) -- Three people were shot at a house in Louisburg, according to Franklin County Sheriff's Office.
Deputies said they received a call about a shooting at around 11:15 a.m.
The shooting happened at a home on Vineyard Drive off Flat Rock Church Road.
Investigators said three people at the home had to be taken to WakeMed for treatment.
Deputies do have a person of interest in the shooting but have not made any arrests at this time.
3 shot at home in Louisburg, according to Franklin County Sheriff's Office
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Bodycam shows rescue of baby, family from sinking car in Maryland
Published: Apr. 5, 2022 at 1:01 PM EDT|Updated: 27 minutes ago
ANNE ARUNDEL CO., Md. (CNN) - A daring rescue was caught on police bodycam video in Maryland, as a family of four including a baby were pulled out of a sinking car.
The newly released bodycam video shows officers rushing to rescue the family members.
Anne Arundel County police say the dad lost control of the car, crashed through a wooded area and ended up in a pond.
An officer was patrolling the area when he heard the crash.
He and another officer rushed to the area and found the car taking on water.
The two worked together to rescue the entire family, including a 9-month-old baby and a 3-year-old.
Everyone is reportedly doing OK.
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Dad, daughter survive lightning strike at Yankees spring training game
(WFTS) - A father and daughter are miraculously OK after being struck by lightning Saturday at a baseball game in Florida.
Ashley Moberg, 19, and her father John Moberg were attending a New York Yankees spring training game at Steinbrenner Field in Tampa. They were visiting from their hometown of Chicago.
When the game was canceled early due to a thunderstorm and sent fans running for their cars, the Mobergs found themselves standing under a tree in a parking lot, unable to find their vehicle.
“And there was a bright flash and the loud boom that I heard,” Ashley Moberg said. “The next thing I knew, I was flying out of my shoes and my ears were ringing, and my dad hit his head on the ground and then I hit the ground. I thought my dad was dead for about 10 seconds while I was lying on the pavement trying to figure out whether I had died.”
John Moberg was knocked unconscious and broke his cheekbone when he hit the ground. The necklace Ashley was wearing burned her neck.
A bystander called 911 for help. Both Ashley and John Moberg were taken to the hospital. They were discharged Monday morning, just in time to catch their flight back home to Chicago.
Before heading to the airport, they went back to the spot where they were struck by lightning to commemorate their visit with a photo, walking away with smiles and a sense of humor.
“For everyone who is asking, yes, we got superpowers, and no, we are not allowed to talk about them,” Ashley Moberg said.
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‘It caught me totally off guard’: Oklahoma restaurant staff gets $4,500 tip from couple
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO/Gray News) - The staff at an Oklahoma restaurant is counting their blessings after a mysterious couple left them a few thousand dollars as a tip.
Mitchell Rhoades, the owner of Leo and Ken’s Truck Stop and Restaurant, told KSWO a couple came in to eat breakfast Sunday morning.
Before they left, they paid for everyone’s meal and gave the cashier about $4,500 to split between the on-duty servers.
“They dropped off the money, and I, of course, tried to refuse it at first, you know that was way too much money,” he said. “But they weren’t hearing it, and they said, ‘Man, we’re just trying to bless people the way we’ve been blessed.’ So, they handed me the money and walked out the door. It was the first time it’s ever happened like that. I mean, it’s a cool deal, and it caught me totally off guard.”
Rhoades said before the couple left, they told him it was only fair that they pay their blessing forward.
Rhoades said he hopes the next time he or his staff sees someone in need of a helping hand, they also rise to the occasion.
“This world would be a whole lot of a better place if we tried to help each other out rather than stepping on or stepping over somebody else to get what we need or what we want,” he said. “There’s always plenty enough to go around, and we can always help somebody out that’s maybe in need or less fortunate; it’d make the world a better place. Put out good in the world, and the good will come back to you.”
The couple left without telling them who they were, but Rhoades said he wants them to know they are all very thankful, and “God bless.”
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Man facing felony charges for masturbating on Southwest flight, FBI says
PHOENIX (AZFamily/Gray News) – A man is facing felony charges for masturbating on a Southwest Airlines flight from Seattle to Phoenix on Saturday, according to the FBI.
According to investigators, shortly after takeoff, the man pulled down his pants and exposed himself to the woman sitting next to him. He then touched himself four separate times during the flight.
When the man finally fell asleep, the woman sitting next to him got up and told the flight crew about what happened, federal documents say.
The FBI says when the flight landed in Phoenix, the man was interviewed by federal agents and admitted to what happened, but he said he “didn’t think what he was doing made the woman next to him uncomfortable.”
The man faces felony charges for violating obscenity laws. He faces up to 90 days in prison and a $500 fine.
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Now-deceased man IDed in 1980s slayings of 3 motel clerks
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indiana State Police identified a now-deceased man on Tuesday as the suspect who raped and killed three women in Indiana and Kentucky in the late 1980s as they were working night shifts as motel clerks.
Sgt. Glen Fifield of Indiana State Police said a laboratory analysis of crime scene samples positively identified Harry Edward Greenwell, who died in January 2013, as “the I-65 killer” — so-named because the attacks occurred at motels near Interstate 65.
“Greenwell had an extensive criminal history and had been in and out of prison several times, even escaping from jail on two separate occasions,” Fifield said. “He was known to travel frequently in the Midwest.”
Greenwell was born in Kentucky and died in Iowa, and his obituary listed cancer as his cause of death.
Fifield said evidence linked Greenwell to the Feb. 21, 1987, killing of Vicki Heath, who was working a night shift at the Super Eight Hotel, in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, and the March 3, 1989, killings of Mary “Peggy” Gill and Jeanne Gilbert.
Gilbert was slain while working the night shift at a Days Inn in Remington, Indiana, while Gill was killed while working at a Days Inn in Merrillville, Indiana, and the investigation also was known as the “Days Inn Killer” case.
Fifield said Greenwell was also linked by investigators to a Jan. 2, 1990, attack on a woman who was a clerk at a Days Inn in Columbus, Indiana, and who was “attacked in a similar manner as the previous three victims.”
“This victim was able to escape her attacker and survive. She was later able to give an excellent physical description of the suspect and details of the crime,” he said. “She is the only known victim to have survived the vicious, brutal attacks of this killer.”
Fifield said the Indiana State Police crime lab matched ballistic evidence in the Gill and Gilbert slayings, and the crime lab later matched DNA evidence linking the Heath and Gilbert killings to the Columbus, Indiana, case.
He said that one of the primary factors linking the four crimes scene were their proximity to Interstate 65, which runs from Gary, Indiana, to Mobile, Alabama.
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The story and summary have been updated to correct the spelling of Sgt. Glen Fifield’s first name.
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Report: Palm Coast Plaza sells for $24.7 million
Published: Apr. 5, 2022 at 12:41 PM EDT|Updated: 47 minutes ago
Palm Beach County’s oldest shopping plaza was sold, according to a report.
The Palm Coast Plaza on South Dixie Highway was bought by a Limited Liability Company and sold for $24.7 million, according to the Palm Beach Post.
Currently, there is a Winn-Dixie supermarket, Bealls Outlet, H&R Block, Planet Fitness, and a Dollar Tree in the plaza.
Reportedly, there are no future plans for the plaza right now.
In past decades, the plaza was home to a General Cinema theater, Kinney Shoes store, Lerner Shops and S&S Cafeteria.
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Residents evacuated from apartments deemed unsafe
Published: Apr. 5, 2022 at 12:41 PM EDT|Updated: 47 minutes ago
City officials in North Miami Beach ordered residents of a five-story apartment building to evacuate after deeming the building “structurally unsound” during its 50-year recertification process.
The residents were ordered out Monday.
It’s the second building ordered evacuated in the city since the collapse of Champlain Towers South last June in nearby Surfside, which killed 98 people.
The 60-unit building had been undergoing repairs since July as part of the recertification process.
Residents had to show IDs to enter the building Monday.
They were given vouchers for three nights in hotels as they look for new accommodations.
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Top general urges more US troops in eastern Europe
WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States should look at the development of more bases in Eastern Europe to protect against Russian aggression, but rotate forces through them rather than make permanent deployments, the top U.S military officer told Congress on Tuesday.
Army Gen. Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said the basing could be funded by other countries such as Poland and the Baltics that want more U.S. troops. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said any effort to expand security in Eastern Europe is a “work in progress” that probably will be discussed at the NATO summit in June.
Milley and Austin were testifying before the House Armed Services Committee on the 2023 budget proposal, but the early focus of the hearing was the Russian war against Ukraine and what the U.S. can do to better help Ukraine and strengthen security across Europe.
Milley was asked about the need to reallocate forces to Europe’s eastern flank, where NATO allies are worried that they may be Russia’s next target.
“My advice would be to create permanent bases but don’t permanently station (forces), so you get the effect of permanence by rotational forces cycling through permanent bases,” he said. “I believe that a lot of our European allies, especially those such as the Baltics or Poland and Romania, and elsewhere — they’re very, very willing to establish permanent bases. They’ll build them, they’ll pay for them.”
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg announced last month that NATO is creating four new battlegroups, which usually number between 1,000 troops and 1,500 troops, to send to Hungary, Slovakia, Romania and Bulgaria. NATO allies are set to discuss additional security measures at the upcoming summit.
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Milley has advocated using rotational forces more around the globe to defray the costs of permanently stationing troops and their families in allied countries at risk of war, such as South Korea and in the Persian Gulf. He said using this would eliminate some of the costs associated with schools, housing and other such services.
Rotational forces deploy for shorter periods of time. Permanent forces are often deployed for two years to three years.
Milley and Austin told the committee that the U.S. has learned a number of things as it has watched Russia struggle to fight against an unexpectedly fierce Ukrainian defense over the past month. They said Russia has significant military capabilities but has been unable to use them effectively.
Austin said Russian forces lack training among their noncommissioned officers and the Kremlin has been unable to get the supplies and logistics needed to ground troops
Austin said Ukraine has used Stinger and Javelin missiles effectively against Russian troops and weapons. Milley said that Ukraine’s junior officers, many trained by the U.S., have shown initiative and good command and control abilities.
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Video shows Florida deputies rescue man from burning vehicle
Two Florida deputies are being honored for their heroic actions that saved a man's life this past weekend.
Video released by the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office shows deputies arriving early Saturday morning at the scene of a vehicle crash where a man was trapped inside his burning vehicle.
They were alerted to the scene after neighbors heard a loud crash and called 911.
Callers described the flames coming from the car as being 5 feet high and a man screaming for help.
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The deputies, identified as Garrett Parrish and Bryant Ovalles Vasquez, ran to the victim, but they found that his seat belt was caught around his neck and upper body.
The sheriff's office described the heat from the flames as being "unbearable," making it difficult for them to remain close to the victim for long periods of time.
Dashcam video shows Parrish and Vasquez extinguishing the flames to gain access to the trapped man.
Using a pocketknife, the man was finally freed and pulled to safety with the help of a Good Samaritan.
Medical personnel arrived, provided medical care and transported the victim to a nearby hospital.
The victim is still in critical condition but expected to survive, according to the sheriff’s office.
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PORTSMOUTH — A local school was placed on lockdown after US Marshal’s attempted to serve an arrest warrant on Maybert Road.
According to the Portsmouth Police Department, The Vern Riffe School went into lockdown due to a police incident that occurred near the school Tuesday.
At approximately 8:55 a.m. the school was placed on lockdown while US Marshals arrived at a home located at 1335 Maybert Road to attempt to serve an arrest warrant on Carl Dickerson for a burglary indictment.
Once US Marshals were on the scene and attempted to arrest the suspect, Dickerson barricaded himself in the house. US Marshals called for assistance from the Portsmouth Police Department SWAT Team. The SWAT team arrived and made entry into the house.
Dickerson was taken into custody after a brief struggle.
The Vern Riffe School lifted its lockdown at 9: 24 a.m., according to the Portsmouth Police Department.
Reach Darian Gillette at (740) 353-3101 ext. 1931, or by email at [email protected]
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SPRING SCOREBOARD — April 4
Baseball
Portsmouth 11, Chesapeake 0
Wheelersburg 14, Eastern 1 (5 innings)
Minford 10, Northwest 0 (5 innings)
Oak Hill 10, West 1
Waverly 7, South Webster 3
Notre Dame 19, East 2 (5 innings)
Ironton St. Joe 15, Clay 0
Western 15, New Boston 5
Symmes Valley 10, Green 0 (5 innings)
Fairland 2, Ironton 1
Rock Hill 12, Coal Grove 0 (5 innings)
Gallia Academy 11, South Point 0 (6 innings)
Softball
Portsmouth 16, Chesapeake 0
Wheelersburg 14, Eastern 0 (5 innings)
West 11, Oak Hill 0
Northwest 12, Minford 1 (5 innings)
South Webster 11, Waverly 2
Notre Dame 11, East 0 (5 innings)
New Boston 7, Western 6
Symmes Valley 10, Green 0 (5 innings)
Ironton 4, Fairland 3
Rock Hill 3, Coal Grove 2
Gallia Academy 12, South Point 0
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Massachusetts has been ranked the 5th best state to work from home, according to WalletHub.
At a time where many people across the country have remained part of a work-from-home routine due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, it may not be all too bad for residents in the commonwealth.
To find out the states that provide the best conditions for working from home, WalletHub compared the 50 states and the District of Columbia across 12 key metrics, including the share of workers working from home, internet cost, and how large and how crowded homes are in the state.
Not only did Massachusetts rank high overall as one of the best states to work from home, but it also dominated in the category of highest household internet access.
You can see how other states ranked using the map below. The lower the number, the best the state is for working at home.
Massachusetts was ranked the fifth-best state for working from home, falling just short behind Connecticut in the fourth spot. Massachusetts ranked first in the sub-category of highest households with internet access, while Connecticut ranked second in the same.
Overall, the rest of the New England states didn’t even compare to Massachusetts and Connecticut, as they all ranked from spot 19 to spot 41.
Rhode Island ranked 19th overall. The smallest state tied for last place with Hawaii in the category of highest average retail price of electricity, sending it further down the overall list.
New Hampshire ranked 25th on the overall list, falling smack in the middle of this list. It reigned top overall in the category of highest cybersecurity, but failed to rank low in highest internet cost, making its overall ranking pretty average.
Maine ranked in the 39th spot overall, but WalletHub did not provide further information about how it ranked in different contributing factors.
Vermont, ranked last as being the worst state in New England to work from home in and placed 41st overall, taking the crown for one of the states with the highest internet cost and lowest share of potential telecommuters.
To see how the rest of the country ranked for working at home, click here.
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Jason Riddle, seen here with wine he allegedly stole from a lawmaker’s office Jan. 6, 2021. The Keene man received 30 months of probation for entering the Capitol with a stream of people walking in, and taking a bottle of wine and a book from a congressional office.
A Keene man was sentenced to 90 days in jail for his minor role in the riot at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
Jason Riddle of Keene entered the Capitol with a stream of people walking in, and took a bottle of wine and a book from a congressional office. A judge also ordered him to pay $754 in restitution, and sentenced him to three years of probation, a federal prosecutor said.
Riddle has said he regretted his actions, and said he thought he was going to Washington, D.C., that day to watch Trump speak. In the sentencing memorandum, a defense attorney noted that Riddle had not brought any weapons, bear spray or zip ties to the Capitol, and had not traveled as part of a large group.
“The public debate as to sentencing options and general deterrence in these cases has been robust,” the judge wrote. “The Court, as evidenced by the cases previously cited, has concluded on at least nine past occasions that broad, general deterrence concerns can be satisfied without imprisonment.”
Riddle is one of three people from New Hampshire charged in connection with the Jan. 6 riot.
Thomas Gallagher of Bridgewater also received probation and was ordered to pay restitution and perform community service.
The case against Kirstyn Niemala of Hudson is ongoing. Earlier this month, Niemala asked a judge to modify the conditions of her release to allow her to smoke marijuana.
An earlier version of this story had incorrect information about Riddle's sentence.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is no longer warning Americans to avoid travel to Canada because of the coronavirus.
In an update to its travel health notices Monday, the public health agency said the level of covid-19 in the country is "high" rather than "very high" and that Americans should be up to date on their coronavirus vaccinations before visiting. That places Canada at a Level 3 on a warning system that goes from 1 to 4; it had been at Level 4 since Jan. 10.
Last Friday, Canada dropped its coronavirus testing requirement for fully vaccinated visitors. According to tracking data compiled by The Washington Post, 83 percent of the country's population has completed a full vaccination series.
Other popular tourist destinations that the CDC lowered from Level 4 to Level 3 risks Monday include Antigua, Argentina, Belize, St. Lucia and Panama.
They were among 25 countries and territories that were designated at lower-risk categories for the virus as cases ease in parts of the world. South Africa and the Dominican Republic, which had previously had high levels of covid-19, moved to Level 2, meaning the coronavirus risk is moderate.
Jamaica and Morocco are now Level 1 countries with low levels of covid-19.
For the second week in a row, no new countries were added to the highest risk level. Nearly 100 destinations are in the Level 4 category, including the United Kingdom, Greece, France, Italy, Spain, Australia, New Zealand, Japan and Hong Kong. A month ago, more than 130 destinations were at the highest level.
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CONCORD — Environmental activists and a bipartisan group of legislators lobbied for support Tuesday to create a tougher standard that must be met to site new landfills in New Hampshire.
The House-passed proposal would require an independent hydrogeologist to certify it would take at least five years for any contamination from a new landfill site to flow into a nearby body of water.
Since 1991, the state Department of Environmental Services has had in place a minimum setback of 200 feet between a landfill and surface water source.
Adam Finkel, a former administrator with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, retired to Dalton and assisted lawmakers in crafting this bill (HB 1454).
“This bill is pro-landfill; it helps applicants find acceptable sites,” Finkel told the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee.
Supporters responded with this proposal for 2022 after the state Senate killed legislation last year to prevent a landfill from being placed within two miles of a state park.
“It is inappropriate and dangerous to build a landfill where the waste can seep into groundwater,” said Rep. Edith Tucker, D-Randolph, the bill’s prime sponsor.
But opponents insist this plan has the same, singular focus as the 2021 version did, to block state approval of a landfill proposed in Dalton near Forest Lake.
“This is nothing more than a project killer masquerading as an environmental protection bill,” said Bryan Gould, a Concord lawyer.
The only rationale for the five-year, time-of-travel standard was to prevent Casella Waste Systems from getting its permit, he charged.
“They backed into this provision to kill this deal without considering what effect it would have on other sites,” Gould said.
“This could very well make it impossible to site a landfill in New Hampshire.”
2021 bill had proposed setback from state parks
Nikki Delude Roy chaired the state’s Board of Hydrogeologists and maintained that the current regulations protect the public.
“Three of the current seven lined landfills in the state operating now would not have been allowed under this standard,” Roy said.
Finkel pointed out that the major landfills in Berlin and Rochester more than meet this requirement.
Last December, executives with Casella withdrew a wetlands permit application critical to its landfill project. The firm is expected to resubmit its application later this year and is taking the state's advice to coordinate this process with other state and federal approvals needed for the proposal.
As written, the bill would not apply to existing landfills or any plans to expand those projects.
Rep. Timothy Egan, D-Sugar Hill, said the soil is so porous in Dalton that contamination could flow to Forest Lake in three weeks.
Supporters said Maine and four other states use time-of-travel standards for siting landfills.
Roy countered while Maine has a six-year standard, it permits landfill developers to get a much shorter window of travel time if the project has added upgrades to the landfill such as thicker linings.
Officials with the state Department of Environmental Services did not testify for or against the bill.
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Not counting playoffs or rainouts, there will be over 350 professional baseball games played in three levels in four states New England this year, which means promotions directors for the Boston and Worcester Red Sox, the Portland Sea Dogs, Hartford Yard Goats and New Hampshire Fisher Cats all have to come up with enticements to get you to the park.
There will be fireworks. Lots of fireworks. Cultures and history will be celebrated. Teams will celebrate real holidays like Juneteenth and July 4th and fake ones like Christmas in July. The New England professional teams will wear special uniforms to honor everything from Hispanic heritage in baseball to the military, to superheroes and Maine Whoopie Pies.
Fans are encouraged to bring their mom for Mother’s Day, their dad for Father’s Day and the dogs for Bark in the Park Days.
These are all good reasons to go to games. But the thing that makes people buy tickets early and show up early is free stuff - bobbleheads, hats, shirts, puzzles, etc. We’ve got the best of it below.
Before we get to the list there’s a couple of noteworthy things:
- The Boston Red Sox have only announced promotions through July. There are certain to be more added later.
- The Worcester Red Sox haven’t announced which bobblehead is being given away on which night yet.
- Be sure to show up early for giveaways. There usually aren’t enough for everyone.
Bobbleheads
All Wednesday night games in Worcester are bobblehead nights, but which nodder you get on which Wednesday as yet to be determined. There will be Triston Casas, Rich Gedman, Smiley Ball and Tate Matheny bobbleheads regardless.
Worcester will have bobbleheads on April 13 (expected to be Casas), May 18, June 15 June 22, July 6, Aug. 31, and Sept. 21.
Other bobbleheads:
May 12: Stanley Hudson of The Office (Hartford) — Actor Leslie David Baker will be at Dunkin’ Donuts Park as mini versions of his on-screen self are distributed.
May 31: Kiké Hernández bat flip bobblehead (Boston) — The Red Sox usually like to have action bobbleheads and this year is no different.
May 31: Daym Drops (Hartford) — Lots of teams have bobbleheads of baseball players. Hartford goes out of the box with a bobblehead of a food reviewer.
June 7: Triston Casas (Portland) — In addition to the one in Worcester, fans of the Red Sox slugging prospect can find him in Maine, too.
July 12: Rafael Devers (Portland): He’ll be shown in one of his many laundry cart rides in 2021.
Aug 9: Jarren Duran (Portland) — There are flames coming off his feet to indicate bobblespeed.
Aug. 30: Mike Golic Jr. (Hartford) — As a Rockies affiliate, Hartford has to get creative with who they immortalize as Colorado players aren’t likely going to move the needle. So ESPN’s Mike Golic Jr. will be one of this year’s offerings.
More Giveaways
April 16: Boston City Connect patch (Boston) – A patch similar to the ones on the arm of the Red Sox’s Boston Marathon-themed jerseys will be handed out at Fenway.
April 20: Jerry Remy No. 2 Patch (Boston) — The Red Sox will honor beloved broadcaster Jerry Remy, who died during the offseason with a No. 2 patch on their jerseys in 2022. Fans will get a replica of that patch at Fenway.
April 27, May 11, June 1, Aug 3: WooSox kids school box/trinkets (Worcester)— The WooSox will have kid-themed giveaways at each of their Wednesday afternoon games designed to be field trip destinations for schools and camps.
April 29: Fisher Cats Pop It (New Hampshire) - More like Fidget Cats?
May 3: Tye-dyed Yard Goats T-shirt (Hartford) - Kids at Dunkin’ Donuts Park can look retro cool.
May 7: Rafael Devers-designed cap giveaway (Boston) — The Red Sox baby-faced slugger designed the red hat that says “Carita” fans can take home.
May 10: Yard Goats cap (Hartford) — Hartford has added a charging goat to his logo collection. The first 2,000 fans will get it on a cap.
May 16: Boston Red Sox headband (Boston) — Not a lot of description needed really.
June 3: New Hampshire state foam mitt — It’s like a foam finger but instead of a hand, it’s shaped like the Granite State.
June 5: Fisher Cats Military Appreciation replica jersey (New Hampshire) — Fisher Camo.
June 14: Kids Yard Goats jersey (Hartford) — A Yard Goats camo jersey for the first 1000 kids.
June 19: Fisher Cats pint glass — Beer sold separately.
June 20: Alex Verdugo No. 99 chain (Boston) — The gemstones and precious metals might not be the same as the Boston outfielder’s original jewelry.
June 28: Pink Yard Goats jersey (Hartford) — Yes it would be possible to do a large chunk of back-to-school shopping with Yard Goats giveaways.
July 4: Red Sox beach towel (Boston) — Can also be used after baths and showers.
July 8: North Woods Law Night replica jersey (New Hampshire)— If you’ve always been curious what a jersey-themed for an Animal Planet show about game wardens might look like, wonder no longer.
July 12: Patriotic Yard Goats cap (Hartford) — Red, white and blue Hartford caps for the first 2,000 fans in attendance.
July 22: Christmas socks (New Hampshire) — Would stuffing Christmas socks into Christmas stockings be meta? Here’s get some and find out. Or keep them yourself. The first 1,000 fans get them from “Fungo Claus.” There’s no specific naughty or nice requirement.
July 26: David Ortiz Hall of Fame pin (Boston) – Don’t be surprised if more Ortiz-themed promotions pop up.
July 27: Chompers and Chews kids jersey (Hartford) — Part of the Yard Goats Christmas in July game.
Aug 14: 3D Stadium Puzzle of Delta Dental Stadium (New Hampshire) — One of the more unique offerings on this list.
Aug 16: Los Chivos de Hartford cap (Hartford) — Get a hat of the Yard Goats’ Copa de la Diversión alter egos.
Aug 31: Yard Goats winter hat (Hartford) — Watch for these at UConn games.
Sept 4: Gatos Feroces de New Hampshire replica jersey (New Hampshire) — Get a jersey of the Fisher Cats’ Copa de la Diversión alter egos.
Sept 8: Chivos de Hartford kids jersey (Hartford) — Get a kids jersey of the Yard Goats’ Copa de la Diversión alter egos.
Sept 18: Fisher Cats winter hat (New Hampshire) — Might pair well with the Fisher Cats Christmas socks above.
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14-year-old prepares for college graduation and medical school
BOSSIER PARISH, La. (KSLA) - Most 14-year-olds are making the transition into high school, but Isak Schmidley is preparing for his college graduation.
Isak tells KSLA that he will soon be graduating with his associate’s degree in general science from Bossier Parish Community College in Louisiana, and he already has his sights set on the future.
After his graduation, he begin a medical labratory science program at Louisiana State University Health Shreveport.
Isak began taking college classes when he was 13.
“By the time I was in middle school, I was able to take high school level classes,” he said. “My teachers felt like I should take the ACT to see how far I would be from college readiness.”
He says everyone was “surprised” when he received his scores that determined he was ready to take some college classes.
Isak wants to pursue a career in the medical field.
“I think it can be hard to see into the future, but I am taking it one step at a time,” Isak said. “I think the idea of gaining knowledge just really helps me and pushes me forward.”
Starting college can be a nerve-wracking experience, but Isak says the experience has actually helped him grow and mature in ways not found in textbooks.
“I’ve learned a lot of life lessons and the importance of time management; things people learn in college,” he said. “I think a lot of my classmates were really supportive of me and I think that helped make me feel more comfortable.”
Most importantly, Isak shares some advice for anyone getting ready to take that momentous step into college.
“Focus more on learning the subject instead of just trying to get a grade,” he said. “If you learn well, the grade will come naturally.”
Isak says his next big test is learning how to drive.
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Police need help finding teen who ran away in Anderson
Published: Apr. 4, 2022 at 6:10 AM EDT
ANDERSON, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Anderson Police Department is asking for the public’s help in finding a teen last seen on Sunday, April 3.
The department said Destinee Zykeria Young ran away and was last seen at 211 Dickens Avenue in Anderson.
Young is described as approximately five foot three and 110 pounds. She has long black braided hair and her last clothing description is yellow and black pants and a pink jacket.
Anyone with information on where Destinee Young may be is asked to call the Detective Dustin Morgan at 864-221-2249 or email dmorgan@cityofandersonsc.com and reference case number 22-11272.
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UNC looks to cap off surprising run against Kansas in national championship game
The two schools have combined for nine NCAA titles and 22 title-game appearances.
NEW ORLEANS, La. (WBTV) - After winning a historic Final Four matchup against the Duke Blue Devils, 81-77 on Saturday night, the North Carolina Tar Heels are looking to win one final game Monday night to capture their seventh national championship.
The Tar Heels entered the 2022 NCAA Tournament as a No. 8 seed under first-year head coach Hubert Davis and had few expectations by most.
But they’ve made a Cinderella-type run, beating No. 1 Baylor, No. 4 UCLA and No. 2 Duke, in addition to No. 9 Marquette and No. 15 St. Peter’s en route to the title game.
North Carolina (29-9) will now face the No. 1 seed Kansas Jayhawks (33-6) in the national championship game on Monday night in a battle of two blue-blood schools. It will be the third title-game appearance for UNC in the last six NCAA tournaments and if they win, the school’s first championship since 2017.
On the other hand, Kansas, led by head coach Bill Self, is looking for its first title since 2008.
The two schools have combined for nine NCAA titles and 22 title-game appearances.
The Tar Heels are riding high, having won 11 of their past 12 games but the Jayhawks are led by senior guard Ochai Agbaji and forward David McCormack, who are coming off a dominant win over No. 2 seed Villanova in the Final Four.
UNC will have to recover from its thrilling victory over Duke and hope its short rotation led by Caleb Love and RJ Davis in the backcourt, and Armando Bacot and Brady Manek in the frontcourt, continue to play well.
Even former Cox Mill High School player Leaky Black, who starts for the Tar Heels, had a career game against the Blue Devils by scoring eight points and pulling down nine rebounds.
One of the biggest keys will be the health of Bacot, who suffered an ankle injury late in the game Saturday. He returned to the court before fouling out but will have to hope for a quick recovery. He had 11 points and 21 rebounds against the Blue Devils.
If UNC were to win, they’d be tied as the lowest seed to ever win the NCAA Tournament, with No. 8 Villanova achieving the feat in 1985.
The Tar Heels and Kansas have only met 12 times, with six of those meetings coming in the tournament. The Jayhawks lead the tournament matchups 4-2 but lost in the title game vs. UNC in 1957.
Kansas has beaten UNC three straight times in the 2013, 2012 and 2008 tournaments.
Ahead of Monday night’s game, UNC basketball’s official Twitter account tweeted a tongue-in-cheek letter from Davis asking employers to excuse Tar Heels fans from work on Monday, due to it being an “unofficial national holiday.”
Tipoff is Monday at 9:20 p.m. ET from New Orleans. This year’s Final Four will be broadcast on TBS rather than CBS.
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MARION COUNTY, Ind. — The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help finding a man wanted for kidnapping.
Authorities said 47-year-old Ryan Edwards is wanted for kidnapping as of April 5.
He is described as standing 6’3″ tall and weighs about 240 lbs.
Anyone with information on Edwards’ whereabouts should contact Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana anonymously at 317-262-8477. Tips that lead to a felony arrest may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.
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(STACKER) — Stacker compiled a list of where people in Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson, IN Metro Area are moving to the most using data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Metros are ranked by the estimated number of people who moved to the metro from Indianapolis between 2015 and 2019. Ties were broken by gross migration.
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#50. San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley, CA Metro Area
– Migration to San Francisco in 2015-2019: 286
– Migration from San Francisco to Indianapolis: 238 (#83 most common destination from San Francisco)
– Net migration: 48 to San Francisco
#49. Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise, NV Metro Area
– Migration to Las Vegas in 2015-2019: 288
– Migration from Las Vegas to Indianapolis: 953 (#16 most common destination from Las Vegas)
– Net migration: 665 to Indianapolis
#48. Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN Metro Area
– Migration to Nashville in 2015-2019: 293
– Migration from Nashville to Indianapolis: 287 (#47 most common destination from Nashville)
– Net migration: 6 to Nashville
#47. Columbia, SC Metro Area
– Migration to Columbia in 2015-2019: 295
– Migration from Columbia to Indianapolis: 121 (#50 most common destination from Columbia)
– Net migration: 174 to Columbia
#46. Jacksonville, FL Metro Area
– Migration to Jacksonville in 2015-2019: 308
– Migration from Jacksonville to Indianapolis: 387 (#31 most common destination from Jacksonville)
– Net migration: 79 to Indianapolis
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#45. Durham-Chapel Hill, NC Metro Area
– Migration to Durham in 2015-2019: 351
– Migration from Durham to Indianapolis: 174 (#36 most common destination from Durham)
– Net migration: 177 to Durham
#44. Salt Lake City, UT Metro Area
– Migration to Salt Lake City in 2015-2019: 355
– Migration from Salt Lake City to Indianapolis: 118 (#63 most common destination from Salt Lake City)
– Net migration: 237 to Salt Lake City
#43. Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD Metro Area
– Migration to Baltimore in 2015-2019: 380
– Migration from Baltimore to Indianapolis: 178 (#92 most common destination from Baltimore)
– Net migration: 202 to Baltimore
#42. Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH Metro Area
– Migration to Boston in 2015-2019: 390
– Migration from Boston to Indianapolis: 265 (#79 most common destination from Boston)
– Net migration: 125 to Boston
#41. Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD Metro Area
– Migration to Philadelphia in 2015-2019: 395
– Migration from Philadelphia to Indianapolis: 329 (#92 most common destination from Philadelphia)
– Net migration: 66 to Philadelphia
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#40. Gulfport-Biloxi, MS Metro Area
– Migration to Gulfport in 2015-2019: 401
– Migration from Gulfport to Indianapolis: 5 (#152 most common destination from Gulfport)
– Net migration: 396 to Gulfport
#39. Raleigh-Cary, NC Metro Area
– Migration to Raleigh in 2015-2019: 418
– Migration from Raleigh to Indianapolis: 143 (#61 most common destination from Raleigh)
– Net migration: 275 to Raleigh
#38. Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX Metro Area
– Migration to Houston in 2015-2019: 428
– Migration from Houston to Indianapolis: 869 (#38 most common destination from Houston)
– Net migration: 441 to Indianapolis
#37. Cleveland-Elyria, OH Metro Area
– Migration to Cleveland in 2015-2019: 428
– Migration from Cleveland to Indianapolis: 112 (#81 most common destination from Cleveland)
– Net migration: 316 to Cleveland
#36. Grand Rapids-Kentwood, MI Metro Area
– Migration to Grand Rapids in 2015-2019: 439
– Migration from Grand Rapids to Indianapolis: 230 (#22 most common destination from Grand Rapids)
– Net migration: 209 to Grand Rapids
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#35. Miami-Fort Lauderdale-Pompano Beach, FL Metro Area
– Migration to Miami in 2015-2019: 452
– Migration from Miami to Indianapolis: 857 (#38 most common destination from Miami)
– Net migration: 405 to Indianapolis
#34. Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown, TX Metro Area
– Migration to Austin in 2015-2019: 464
– Migration from Austin to Indianapolis: 289 (#53 most common destination from Austin)
– Net migration: 175 to Austin
#33. Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI Metro Area
– Migration to Minneapolis in 2015-2019: 518
– Migration from Minneapolis to Indianapolis: 568 (#41 most common destination from Minneapolis)
– Net migration: 50 to Indianapolis
#32. Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO Metro Area
– Migration to Denver in 2015-2019: 521
– Migration from Denver to Indianapolis: 338 (#65 most common destination from Denver)
– Net migration: 183 to Denver
#31. St. Louis, MO-IL Metro Area
– Migration to St. Louis in 2015-2019: 527
– Migration from St. Louis to Indianapolis: 594 (#27 most common destination from St. Louis)
– Net migration: 67 to Indianapolis
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#30. San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX Metro Area
– Migration to San Antonio in 2015-2019: 530
– Migration from San Antonio to Indianapolis: 73 (#146 most common destination from San Antonio)
– Net migration: 457 to San Antonio
#29. Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA Metro Area
– Migration to Los Angeles in 2015-2019: 547
– Migration from Los Angeles to Indianapolis: 719 (#71 most common destination from Los Angeles)
– Net migration: 172 to Indianapolis
#28. Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI Metro Area
– Migration to Detroit in 2015-2019: 558
– Migration from Detroit to Indianapolis: 441 (#47 most common destination from Detroit)
– Net migration: 117 to Detroit
#27. New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ-PA Metro Area
– Migration to New York in 2015-2019: 586
– Migration from New York to Indianapolis: 1,382 (#71 most common destination from New York)
– Net migration: 796 to Indianapolis
#26. Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC Metro Area
– Migration to Charlotte in 2015-2019: 591
– Migration from Charlotte to Indianapolis: 419 (#44 most common destination from Charlotte)
– Net migration: 172 to Charlotte
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#25. Kansas City, MO-KS Metro Area
– Migration to Kansas City in 2015-2019: 592
– Migration from Kansas City to Indianapolis: 358 (#40 most common destination from Kansas City)
– Net migration: 234 to Kansas City
#24. Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL Metro Area
– Migration to Orlando in 2015-2019: 596
– Migration from Orlando to Indianapolis: 566 (#31 most common destination from Orlando)
– Net migration: 30 to Orlando
#23. Elkhart-Goshen, IN Metro Area
– Migration to Elkhart in 2015-2019: 613
– Migration from Elkhart to Indianapolis: 1,395 (#2 most common destination from Elkhart)
– Net migration: 782 to Indianapolis
#22. Columbus, OH Metro Area
– Migration to Columbus in 2015-2019: 625
– Migration from Columbus to Indianapolis: 603 (#23 most common destination from Columbus)
– Net migration: 22 to Columbus
#21. Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta, GA Metro Area
– Migration to Atlanta in 2015-2019: 655
– Migration from Atlanta to Indianapolis: 963 (#45 most common destination from Atlanta)
– Net migration: 308 to Indianapolis
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#20. Knoxville, TN Metro Area
– Migration to Knoxville in 2015-2019: 662
– Migration from Knoxville to Indianapolis: 291 (#16 most common destination from Knoxville)
– Net migration: 371 to Knoxville
#19. Dayton-Kettering, OH Metro Area
– Migration to Dayton in 2015-2019: 684
– Migration from Dayton to Indianapolis: 227 (#22 most common destination from Dayton)
– Net migration: 457 to Dayton
#18. Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL Metro Area
– Migration to Cape Coral in 2015-2019: 688
– Migration from Cape Coral to Indianapolis: 196 (#25 most common destination from Cape Coral)
– Net migration: 492 to Cape Coral
#17. Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metro Area
– Migration to Washington in 2015-2019: 722
– Migration from Washington to Indianapolis: 392 (#112 most common destination from Washington)
– Net migration: 330 to Washington
#16. Michigan City-La Porte, IN Metro Area
– Migration to Michigan City in 2015-2019: 756
– Migration from Michigan City to Indianapolis: 1,184 (#1 most common destination from Michigan City)
– Net migration: 428 to Indianapolis
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#15. Kokomo, IN Metro Area
– Migration to Kokomo in 2015-2019: 884
– Migration from Kokomo to Indianapolis: 926 (#1 most common destination from Kokomo)
– Net migration: 42 to Indianapolis
#14. Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN Metro Area
– Migration to Louisville/Jefferson County in 2015-2019: 962
– Migration from Louisville/Jefferson County to Indianapolis: 1,542 (#5 most common destination from Louisville/Jefferson County)
– Net migration: 580 to Indianapolis
#13. South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI Metro Area
– Migration to South Bend in 2015-2019: 1,038
– Migration from South Bend to Indianapolis: 667 (#4 most common destination from South Bend)
– Net migration: 371 to South Bend
#12. Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL Metro Area
– Migration to Tampa in 2015-2019: 1,129
– Migration from Tampa to Indianapolis: 506 (#50 most common destination from Tampa)
– Net migration: 623 to Tampa
#11. Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ Metro Area
– Migration to Phoenix in 2015-2019: 1,236
– Migration from Phoenix to Indianapolis: 417 (#61 most common destination from Phoenix)
– Net migration: 819 to Phoenix
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#10. Columbus, IN Metro Area
– Migration to Columbus in 2015-2019: 1,318
– Migration from Columbus to Indianapolis: 907 (#1 most common destination from Columbus)
– Net migration: 411 to Columbus
#9. Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area
– Migration to Dallas in 2015-2019: 1,379
– Migration from Dallas to Indianapolis: 419 (#72 most common destination from Dallas)
– Net migration: 960 to Dallas
#8. Evansville, IN-KY Metro Area
– Migration to Evansville in 2015-2019: 1,439
– Migration from Evansville to Indianapolis: 672 (#2 most common destination from Evansville)
– Net migration: 767 to Evansville
#7. Fort Wayne, IN Metro Area
– Migration to Fort Wayne in 2015-2019: 1,443
– Migration from Fort Wayne to Indianapolis: 1,547 (#1 most common destination from Fort Wayne)
– Net migration: 104 to Indianapolis
#6. Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN Metro Area
– Migration to Cincinnati in 2015-2019: 1,897
– Migration from Cincinnati to Indianapolis: 1,334 (#7 most common destination from Cincinnati)
– Net migration: 563 to Cincinnati
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#5. Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN Metro Area
– Migration to Lafayette in 2015-2019: 2,817
– Migration from Lafayette to Indianapolis: 1,781 (#1 most common destination from Lafayette)
– Net migration: 1,036 to Lafayette
#4. Terre Haute, IN Metro Area
– Migration to Terre Haute in 2015-2019: 2,930
– Migration from Terre Haute to Indianapolis: 1,937 (#1 most common destination from Terre Haute)
– Net migration: 993 to Terre Haute
#3. Muncie, IN Metro Area
– Migration to Muncie in 2015-2019: 3,546
– Migration from Muncie to Indianapolis: 2,101 (#1 most common destination from Muncie)
– Net migration: 1,445 to Muncie
#2. Bloomington, IN Metro Area
– Migration to Bloomington in 2015-2019: 4,716
– Migration from Bloomington to Indianapolis: 2,905 (#1 most common destination from Bloomington)
– Net migration: 1,811 to Bloomington
#1. Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN-WI Metro Area
– Migration to Chicago in 2015-2019: 4,780
– Migration from Chicago to Indianapolis: 6,693 (#5 most common destination from Chicago)
– Net migration: 1,913 to Indianapolis
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Here are the top 10 boy and girl names predicted for NJ in 2022
“I will look for you, I will find you, and I will kill you.”
Unfair as it is to any little boy named Liam, this “Taken” movie quote is all that goes through my head when I hear their name. Silly that a Liam Neeson line is my entire takeaway of the name, I get it.
But aren’t names that way? Aren’t there some we have instant associations with, good or bad?
Apparently, I have many more years ahead of me of that movie quote running silently through my mind because I will be meeting plenty of Liams.
It’s the number one predicted New Jersey boy name for 2022 based on Social Security data and trends, according to names.org.
It breaks down like this, but I try to be a gentleman so let’s have ladies go first.
Top predicted NJ girl names for 2022:
- Olivia
- Sophia
- Emma
- Amelia
- Mia
- Charlotte
- Ava
- Isabella
- Luna
- Mila
Top predicted NJ boy names for 2022:
- Liam
- Noah
- Lucas
- Joseph
- Jacob
- James
- Benjamin
- Michael
- Matthew
- Jack
The list of girl names in New Jersey better reflects the national baby names list than does the list of boy names in the Garden State. Nine of the ten girl names are also in the top 10 nationally with only Mila being unique.
Half the boy names are unique to New Jersey. Those are Joseph, Jacob, Jack, Matthew and Michael, none being in the national top 10.
All of these are fine names. But Benjamin? Makes me think of Brad Pitt aging backwards. Charlotte? A barn spider casting a web.
I really need to stop watching movies altogether.
Opinions expressed in the post above are those of New Jersey 101.5 talk show host Jeff Deminski only.
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‘Housewives’ Jennifer Aydin says stolen Ferrari located in NJ
PARAMUS — The Ferrari stolen from the garage of Jennifer Aydin has been recovered, according to the “Real Housewives of New Jersey” star.
Aydin posted footage of thieves breaking into the garage at her Paramus mansion early Monday and driving away in the red 2016 Ferrari California belonging to her husband, Bill. They also stole several boxes of sneakers.
Aydin said the car was found in a hotel parking lot.
"Thank you to all the friends and fans that used their outlets to bring the heat onto these perpetrators, which have not been found yet," Aydin wrote on her Instagram page Monday night.
Paramus police Chief Kenneth Ehrenberg told NBC 4 New York the car was found in Newark.
Neither Aydin nor Ehrenberg disclosed what shape the $200,000 car was in when it was found. Ehrenberg on Tuesday morning did not respond to New Jersey 101.5's request for more information.
Aydin also reposted video of thieves breaking into her unlocked SUV parked outside where they found a garage door opener. She said that her son arrived moments after they drove off in the Ferrari.
"I can’t even think of what could’ve happened if he pulled up while they were in the act- it scares me to think of the direction the world is going toward- crime and theft in a society where there’s barely consequences for people actions cause everyone’s afraid, including me," Aydin wrote.
The Ferrari is shown in the 11th season of "Real Wives" when Jennifer had to be carried out of a party by Bill at the home of Teresa Giudice after having too much to drink. Ayden later said she vomited on herself to spare the car.
Dan Alexander is a reporter for New Jersey 101.5. You can reach him at dan.alexander@townsquaremedia.com
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If you’re an NJ autism parent, I see you there in the dark (Opinion)
I dropped the ball yesterday morning as the parent of a child with autism. I’m glad.
It’s April, so it’s Autism Acceptance Month. Sunday night I received a text from my son’s school…
“…in honor of our students and families during Autism Acceptance Month, please wear blue to school on Monday, April 4.”
I don’t just have a 6-year-old with autism. I have a younger son with it as well. To say it’s challenging doesn’t begin to explain it. I also have two teenagers who have their own needs and appointments and problems. So I hate when schools drop this on parents the night before. One day it was wear purple to support some cause, and it was sent the night before. Unless you’re related to Prince you might be like me and not have a lot of purple shirts (hint, none) for your boy.
Anyway, Atticus has been going through a growth spurt so I immediately ran through what’s clean, what’s dirty, what would still fit, and luckily there was this.
Perfect. It was mostly blue and ready and still fit. I was set.
So in the morning, it was time for him to get dressed. He pulled on his shirt and immediately disliked it. He had worn this shirt before without issue. But you never know when a child with sensory issues will react to something.
What do I mean? Look closer at the shirt.
See the design? It’s not printed. It’s in the geography so to speak of the shirt itself. And it was great bothering him.
Look at the inside.
This inside has it too and so didn’t lay flat and smooth against his skin. He could feel the bumps. And although to you and me it would be nothing, to a child with ASD and with sensory issues it can be almost painful.
So here I was, trying to send him in the holy blue shirt, the blue shirt that would show the school and his teachers we were a woke family who cared about autism. Hell, we ARE an autism family. What on Earth might it look like if he went there without a blue shirt in support of Autism Acceptance Month?
So I had a brief battle with him over this shirt. Seeing how uncomfortable he was I soon made a dash upstairs and came up with a short sleeve shirt that was at least half blue. I had him put it on.
Meltdown.
This one had a collar. And this was a day, apparently a high sensory day, that Atticus was not OK with a collar at his neck. He soon grabbed a super soft gray and green striped shirt that had been sitting in clean laundry to the side indicating he really wanted that one.
I explained about the blue shirt. I explained about supporting Autism Acceptance Month. I was going to make him wear one of the blue ones.
More of a meltdown. Then a tear. Seeing it I realized … what the hell was I doing?
If the point of this designated month is to help people be more understanding of autism, then one thing we need to accept is a blue shirt and a symbol is not the most important thing. If you really want to understand then understand a child with autism might not go along with your cliched, blue shirt effort. It’s more important that a little boy with autism feels comfortable.
Understand a thing itself is more important than its symbol. And I live that thing itself morning, noon, and night. When I’m asleep I dream of it. Atticus is 6 and still non-verbal. I will have dreams where he’s talking, sharing exciting stories, only to wake to realize it hadn’t happened. And I’ve cried.
So let’s get something straight about understanding autism. We parents who are all on a journey we never chose understand it only too well and in a deep way no BCBA and no academic ever will if their own child is neurotypical.
We understand what it’s like to be halfway through a grocery store and our autism warrior starts rocking manically in the cart’s child seat. Or starts screaming for no obvious reason. We understand the dirty looks from strangers and we dread them. We understand the terror of lying awake at night wondering if they’ll ever be able to live on their own and what will happen to them if we die. We understand, are aware, so well aware of autism during this Autism Acceptance Month. We understand its pain. We are aware of its exhaustion.
Of its isolation.
And there’s the irony.
A hallmark of autism is that the person on the spectrum lives inwardly. We parents end up doing the same. The birthday parties we don’t take them to when the invite was “must include the whole class” because we know what will happen. The sitters we can’t find because some of our own family members aren’t even confident in wanting to watch them while we can recharge.
We are accepting of our lives. Of the stares, the coldness of strangers, the marginalizing by society, maybe we’re too accepting.
So let me say this to you.
I see you.
I see you in the darkness and I see you struggling at the mall. I see you hurt by the dirty look you just got from the old lady when your child wouldn’t get in the car seat. I see you when she broke free eloping and almost ran into traffic and how scared you were and how conspicuous you felt. I see you when he hand-flaps and draws negative attention and I know what you’re feeling and part of it is alone. I see the friends you lost because you have so many therapy appointments and so little time. I see the toll it’s taking.
But be accepting of some really important things in this Autism Acceptance Month.
Be accepting that your child has every right to be here. Be accepting that some of us don’t care even a little bit that your warrior is screaming their head off at the post office or in the plane. Accept that you don’t need to make excuses for them or give one single damn about the judgment of others. Accept that the autistic mind is different but it is beautiful, and that it is beautiful even if they never invent the Tesla or become a motivational speaker or if they never speak at all.
Atticus has shown me glimpses of his mind that have amazed me and parts of his soul that I wish I had myself. I’m sure your child with autism has too. Be aware that it doesn’t matter if you’re the only one who sees it. Know it’s there. Know it’s real when you see it. Know they count. Know they love you even if they can’t tell you yet. Or ever.
Stop being self-conscious when you’re out in public with them. Stop caring about strangers who don’t care about you.
There is no such thing as a perfect child or a perfect parent. Stop thinking yours needs to be. Stop thinking you need to be.
God knows I’m not.
After all, I dropped the ball yesterday morning on that blue shirt. I’m so glad. It got me closer to where I need to be.
Opinions expressed in the post above are those of New Jersey 101.5 talk show host Jeff Deminski only.
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Lindenwold, NJ resident made fake 911 call to get out of traffic stop, police say
GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP — A Lindenwold resident called in a fake report of a shooting in hopes of getting out a traffic stop, according to authorities.
Katelynn Hunter-Fisher was arrested on Monday for filing a false police report and obstruction of justice.
According to Gloucester Township police, the 38-year-old made a 911 call while pulled over by an officer on Blackwood Clementon Road. The accused told dispatchers about a "shooting in progress" at the Millbridge Garden Apartment Complex, according to police.
While officers were on the scene, the caller provided several different apartment numbers. But officers weren't seeing any suspicious activity. Officers verified that there had been no shooting at the apartment complex.
An investigation traced the number of the 9-1-1 call to Hunter-Fisher. It was determined that the accused called in a false report in an attempt to distract the officer who was performing the motor vehicle stop.
Dino Flammia is a reporter for New Jersey 101.5. You can reach him at dino.flammia@townsquaremedia.com
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New Pete Davidson movie filming in New Jersey
New Jersey's reputation as a film and TV mecca continues to grow: "Saturday Night Live" star Pete Davidson's new movie is just wrapping up filming in the Garden State.
It's a horror movie called "The Home" and it's a story about a troubled man who starts working at a retirement facility and realizes that its residents and caretakers harbor sinister secrets. As he investigates the building and its forbidden fourth floor, he starts to uncover connections to his own past and upbringing as a foster child.
The closed St. Francis Residential Community in Denville plays a major role in the movie with other scenes filmed in Elizabeth and Nutley.
Directed by "The Purge" creator James DeMonaco, who also co-wrote the script with Adan Canto, the movie is produced by Bill Block (producer of the new "Halloween" movies) and Sébastien K. Lemercier (producer of "The Purge" movies). The Home will be Miramax’s latest addition to their extensive roster of horror films including "Halloween," "Scream," "Hellraiser" and "Dracula."
Many well-known horror films have been made in New Jersey throughout the years, including "The Amityville Horror" (1979), shot in Toms River. The legendary and influential fright movie "Friday the 13th" (1980) was filmed on location in Blairstown, Hardwick, and Hope Township. "13th Child" (2002) was shot primarily in Wharton State Forest, Batsto Village, and Hammonton in the Pine Barrens. And the upcoming thriller "Goodnight Mommy," with Naomi Watts, was filmed entirely in Bedminster last year.
No release date has been announced for "The Home," nor have there been any reported Kanye sightings.
Opinions expressed in the post above are those of New Jersey 101.5 talk show host Bill Doyle only.
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NJ’s hidden talent Brooke Alexx needs your vote on ‘American Song Contest’
Imagine being an unknown and in a competition show where a song you wrote and have to perform is up against famous people doing the same. People like Macy Gray. Stars like Michael Bolton.
Seems like why bother, right?
Well, there’s a show just like this where the famous and the outright unknowns can face off against each other each representing a state in our nation. It’s called “American Song Contest” and it airs Mondays at 8 p.m. on NBC.
Who is representing New Jersey?
Someone not very well known. Brooke Alexx. She’s 26. She grew up in Bergen County in Old Tappan. More recently moved to Nashville with an eye on a music career.
She performed her own original song called “I Don’t Take Pictures Anymore.” And it’s catchy as hell.
She didn’t end up at the top of the heap but came in 5th and was not eliminated. Not bad going up against the professionals like Michael Bolton representing Connecticut and Macy Gray representing Ohio.
Her song had Snoop Dogg mimicking the chorus (I told ya it was catchy) and Kelly Clarkson calling Alexx’s line “Guess I’m just waiting for something worth framing” the best lyric of the night.
Brooke Alexx can stay in the competition and advance if she gets enough votes. Spread the word to help this unknown New Jersey artist take down the Grammy-winning competition and tell people to vote for her on asc.vote.nbc.com under New Jersey.
Because hey, New Jersey’s always been an underdog worth pulling for!
Opinions expressed in the post above are those of New Jersey 101.5 talk show host Jeff Deminski only.
You can now listen to Deminski & Doyle — On Demand! Hear New Jersey’s favorite afternoon radio show any day of the week. Download the Deminski & Doyle show wherever you get podcasts, on our free app, or listen right now:
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These are New Jersey’s safest cities
Every year a home security company, Safewise, puts out its list of safest cities and ranks them for each state.
They use a variety of criteria, but the bulk of the data comes from the FBI's crime reports, using: voluntary, self-reported information that cities and jurisdictions across the country report through the FBI Summary Reporting System (SRS) and National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS).
Rankings are based on both violent and property crime numbers. We looked at the number of reported violent crimes (aggravated assault, murder, rape, and robbery) in each city and the number of reported property crimes (burglary, larceny-theft, and motor vehicle theft).
In New Jersey, 244 cities met the population and reporting requirements to be included in the list. Some interesting findings:
- Only 10 of the safest cities reported violent crime numbers in the double-digits, with none reporting more than 27.
- 7 of the safest cities reported 0 violent crimes, and 47 reported 0 murders.
- 48 cities (96%) reported fewer than 1 violent crime per 1,000 people.
- No city reported more than 5.5 property crimes per 1,000—that’s less than half the state rate
- The average median household income among the safest cities is $124,565—nearly double the national median household income of $67,521. New Jersey’s median household income is $85,239.
All that being said, what are the safest cities in New Jersey, according to Safewise.com?
Sparta
Ringwood
Hasbrouck Heights
River Vale
Berkeley Heights
Monroe, Middlesex County
Wanaque
Bernards
Jefferson
Robbinsville
For the complete list and full methodology, go here.
Opinions expressed in the post above are those of New Jersey 101.5 talk show host Bill Doyle only.
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Toms River, NJ native makes New York Yankees Opening Day roster
Lost in all the excitement regarding the Yankees' announcement that shortstop prospect Anthony Volpe will be starting the 2022 season with the Somerset Patriots, mere minutes from where he grew up, comes news of yet another New Jersey native.
Today Yankees manager Aaron Boone announced Ron Marinaccio will be one of 16 pitchers on the team's Opening Day roster.
Marinaccio is a right-handed relief pitcher who the Yankees drafted in the 19th round of the 2017 MLB June Amateur Draft out of the University of Delaware. He was born and raised in Toms River, playing baseball and graduating from Toms River North High School.
Just like Anthony Volpe, a contributor to the YES Network says Marinaccio grew up a diehard Yankees fan, so to say that this is a dream come true for the righty is an understatement.
The news of Marinaccio's promotion comes on the same day infielder Todd Frazier announced his retirement from Major League Baseball after 11 seasons. Todd Frazier, also a Toms River native and a vital part of the championship 1998 Toms River East Little League team, played for a slew of MLB teams in his career, including the Yankees and Mets.
In 2021, Marinaccio played for the Double-A Somerset Patriots and Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Railriders, pitching to an ERA under 2.50 in both stints. It will be interesting to see what he can add to a bullpen that appears to be a work in progress.
Just another reason to be tuned in to Opening Day of the Major League Baseball season this Thursday.
The post above reflects the thoughts and observations of New Jersey 101.5 producer, writer, and host Joe Votruba. Any opinions expressed are his own.
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The U.S. population between 2019 and 2020 grew at the lowest rate in 120 years—just .35%, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. But low population growth didn’t stop many people from moving, as western and southern states saw influxes in population while California and New York saw the biggest drops.
Stacker compiled a list of states that are sending the most people to Indiana using data from the U.S. Census Bureau. States are ranked by the number of people that moved to Indiana from the state in 2019.
The 2019 National Movers Study found that the states with the most inbound moves were Vermont, Idaho, Oregon, Arizona, and South Carolina. Keep reading to find out which states are sending the most people to Indiana.
30. Mississippi
- Moved from Mississippi to Indiana in 2019: 699
— 0.5% of new residents that moved from another state
— #16 most common destination from Mississippi - Moved from Indiana to Mississippi in 2019: 234
— #42 most common destination from Indiana
29. Oregon
- Moved from Oregon to Indiana in 2019: 951
— 0.6% of new residents that moved from another state
— #26 most common destination from Oregon - Moved from Indiana to Oregon in 2019: 681
— #28 most common destination from Indiana
28. Oklahoma
- Moved from Oklahoma to Indiana in 2019: 986
— 0.7% of new residents that moved from another state
— #20 most common destination from Oklahoma - Moved from Indiana to Oklahoma in 2019: 2,397
— #16 most common destination from Indiana
27. Arkansas
- Moved from Arkansas to Indiana in 2019: 1,056
— 0.7% of new residents that moved from another state
— #15 most common destination from Arkansas - Moved from Indiana to Arkansas in 2019: 438
— #36 most common destination from Indiana
26. South Carolina
- Moved from South Carolina to Indiana in 2019: 1,312
— 0.9% of new residents that moved from another state
— #17 most common destination from South Carolina - Moved from Indiana to South Carolina in 2019: 1,596
— #23 most common destination from Indiana
25. Kansas
- Moved from Kansas to Indiana in 2019: 1,349
— 0.9% of new residents that moved from another state
— #13 most common destination from Kansas - Moved from Indiana to Kansas in 2019: 1,609
— #22 most common destination from Indiana
24. New Jersey
- Moved from New Jersey to Indiana in 2019: 1,391
— 0.9% of new residents that moved from another state
— #23 most common destination from New Jersey - Moved from Indiana to New Jersey in 2019: 664
— #29 most common destination from Indiana
23. Alabama
- Moved from Alabama to Indiana in 2019: 1,481
— 1.0% of new residents that moved from another state
— #18 most common destination from Alabama - Moved from Indiana to Alabama in 2019: 3,451
— #11 most common destination from Indiana
22. Minnesota
- Moved from Minnesota to Indiana in 2019: 1,599
— 1.1% of new residents that moved from another state
— #18 most common destination from Minnesota - Moved from Indiana to Minnesota in 2019: 2,085
— #20 most common destination from Indiana
21. Iowa
- Moved from Iowa to Indiana in 2019: 1,744
— 1.2% of new residents that moved from another state
— #13 most common destination from Iowa - Moved from Indiana to Iowa in 2019: 836
— #26 most common destination from Indiana
20. Wisconsin
- Moved from Wisconsin to Indiana in 2019: 1,962
— 1.3% of new residents that moved from another state
— #14 most common destination from Wisconsin - Moved from Indiana to Wisconsin in 2019: 1,951
— #21 most common destination from Indiana
19. Nevada
- Moved from Nevada to Indiana in 2019: 2,016
— 1.3% of new residents that moved from another state
— #17 most common destination from Nevada - Moved from Indiana to Nevada in 2019: 594
— #31 most common destination from Indiana
18. Colorado
- Moved from Colorado to Indiana in 2019: 2,050
— 1.4% of new residents that moved from another state
— #31 most common destination from Colorado - Moved from Indiana to Colorado in 2019: 3,114
— #13 most common destination from Indiana
17. Virginia
- Moved from Virginia to Indiana in 2019: 2,096
— 1.4% of new residents that moved from another state
— #28 most common destination from Virginia - Moved from Indiana to Virginia in 2019: 2,413
— #15 most common destination from Indiana
16. Georgia
- Moved from Georgia to Indiana in 2019: 2,117
— 1.4% of new residents that moved from another state
— #24 most common destination from Georgia - Moved from Indiana to Georgia in 2019: 3,020
— #14 most common destination from Indiana
15. Connecticut
- Moved from Connecticut to Indiana in 2019: 2,165
— 1.4% of new residents that moved from another state
— #16 most common destination from Connecticut - Moved from Indiana to Connecticut in 2019: 309
— #40 most common destination from Indiana
14. Washington
- Moved from Washington to Indiana in 2019: 2,186
— 1.4% of new residents that moved from another state
— #24 most common destination from Washington - Moved from Indiana to Washington in 2019: 2,244
— #19 most common destination from Indiana
13. Missouri
- Moved from Missouri to Indiana in 2019: 2,373
— 1.6% of new residents that moved from another state
— #17 most common destination from Missouri - Moved from Indiana to Missouri in 2019: 5,811
— #7 most common destination from Indiana
12. Tennessee
- Moved from Tennessee to Indiana in 2019: 3,169
— 2.1% of new residents that moved from another state
— #17 most common destination from Tennessee - Moved from Indiana to Tennessee in 2019: 5,630
— #9 most common destination from Indiana
11. Arizona
- Moved from Arizona to Indiana in 2019: 4,067
— 2.7% of new residents that moved from another state
— #13 most common destination from Arizona - Moved from Indiana to Arizona in 2019: 3,156
— #12 most common destination from Indiana
10. New York
- Moved from New York to Indiana in 2019: 4,199
— 2.8% of new residents that moved from another state
— #21 most common destination from New York - Moved from Indiana to New York in 2019: 1,470
— #24 most common destination from Indiana
9. North Carolina
- Moved from North Carolina to Indiana in 2019: 5,054
— 3.3% of new residents that moved from another state
— #12 most common destination from North Carolina - Moved from Indiana to North Carolina in 2019: 5,646
— #8 most common destination from Indiana
8. Pennsylvania
- Moved from Pennsylvania to Indiana in 2019: 5,331
— 3.5% of new residents that moved from another state
— #15 most common destination from Pennsylvania - Moved from Indiana to Pennsylvania in 2019: 2,276
— #17 most common destination from Indiana
7. Texas
- Moved from Texas to Indiana in 2019: 7,095
— 4.7% of new residents that moved from another state
— #23 most common destination from Texas - Moved from Indiana to Texas in 2019: 6,244
— #6 most common destination from Indiana
6. California
- Moved from California to Indiana in 2019: 7,255
— 4.8% of new residents that moved from another state
— #26 most common destination from California - Moved from Indiana to California in 2019: 4,923
— #10 most common destination from Indiana
5. Michigan
- Moved from Michigan to Indiana in 2019: 8,509
— 5.6% of new residents that moved from another state
— #5 most common destination from Michigan - Moved from Indiana to Michigan in 2019: 11,026
— #5 most common destination from Indiana
4. Florida
- Moved from Florida to Indiana in 2019: 11,926
— 7.9% of new residents that moved from another state
— #15 most common destination from Florida - Moved from Indiana to Florida in 2019: 18,175
— #1 most common destination from Indiana
3. Ohio
- Moved from Ohio to Indiana in 2019: 12,038
— 7.9% of new residents that moved from another state
— #5 most common destination from Ohio - Moved from Indiana to Ohio in 2019: 12,714
— #3 most common destination from Indiana
2. Kentucky
- Moved from Kentucky to Indiana in 2019: 12,483
— 8.2% of new residents that moved from another state
— #2 most common destination from Kentucky - Moved from Indiana to Kentucky in 2019: 11,424
— #4 most common destination from Indiana
1. Illinois
- Moved from Illinois to Indiana in 2019: 36,328
— 24.0% of new residents that moved from another state
— #1 most common destination from Illinois - Moved from Indiana to Illinois in 2019: 17,156
— #2 most common destination from Indiana
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FISHERS, Ind. — A 40-plus-year tradition of musical family fun continues this summer with Symphony on the Prairie.
The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra on Tuesday announced the schedule for this summer’s Symphony on the Prairie, which takes place at the Conner Prairie Amphitheatre in Fishers.
The 2022 season of Kroger Symphony on the Prairie starts June 24, and tickets go on sale April 12. Tickets can be purchased at the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra website, central Indiana Kroger stores or the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Box Office on Monument Circle.
Season highlights include performances by the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, Melissa Etheridge and Three Dog Night. The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s Star-Spangled Symphony performances over 4th of July weekend includes fireworks!
2022 Kroger Symphony on the Prairie schedule
JUNE
June 24-25: Classical Favorites with the ISO
The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and Resident Conductor Jacob Joyce take you on a whirlwind trip around the globe with selections from Ravel’s Bolero, Bizet’s Carmen, Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker, Brahms’ Hungarian Dances, and many more.
JULY
July 1-4: Star-Spangled Symphony with the ISO
Your favorite patriotic celebration, complete with fireworks! Featuring the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, Conductor Alfred Savia, and vocalist Doug LaBrecque.
July 8: Home Again: A Tribute to Carole King
July 9: Never Die Young: A Tribute to James Taylor
July 15-16: Broadway Under the Stars with the ISO
Join Principal Pops Conductor Jack Everly for this exciting performance of all of your Broadway favorites. Featuring music from Beauty and the Beast, Les Misérables, Hamilton, Moulin Rouge, Wicked, and more!
July 22-23: John Williams Blockbusters with the ISO
Get ready for a night of Hollywood’s greatest soundtracks with the ISO under the direction of Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez, featuring the music of John Williams and more.
July 29: Hollywood Nights: The Bob Seger Experience
July 30: ARRIVAL from Sweden: The Music of ABBA
AUGUST
August 5: Melissa Etheridge: One Way Out Tour
August 6: Face 2 Face: A Tribute to Billy Joel and Elton John
August 12: The Spinners
August 13: Three Dog Night
August 19: One Night of Queen Performed by Gary Mullen & the Works
August 20: The Fab Four: The Ultimate Beatles Tribute
August 26: The Phil Collins Experience
August 27: Master Blaster: A Tribute to Stevie Wonder
SEPTEMBER
September 2: Super Diamond: The Neil Diamond Tribute
September 3: The Springsteen Experience: A Tribute to the Boss
September 4: Here Come the Mummies
Know Before You Go
The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra issued the following list of things to know:
- Gates open at 6 p.m. and concerts begin at 8 p.m. each night
- Date-specific tickets may be purchased via the ISO website. Attendees must have tickets (mobile or hard copy) to enter each performance. Children 2 years old and under do not need a ticket.
- In addition to purchasing online, patrons may scan a QR code at central Indiana Kroger stores to receive a discount when they purchase tickets on the ISO’s website. Tickets are also sold at the ISO Box Office located on Monument Circle. Tickets may be purchased at the ISO Box Office at Conner Prairie the night of the concert, if any tickets remain. The ISO Box Office at Conner Prairie opens at 5 p.m. the night of the concert.
- Tickets can be downloaded to phones as mobile tickets for all ISO concerts at Conner Prairie. Likewise, patrons can print their tickets at home and bring them.
- Table rentals, reserved seating, and tickets to the Huntington Bank Sunset Lounge are available in limited quantities. Reserved seating tickets and table reservations (a maximum of 10 per table) will go on sale to the general public April 12. Visit IndianapolisSymphony.org/SOTP for the list of shows that have reserved seating available.
- Patrons may carry in their own food and beverages and purchase refreshments on-site including beer, wine, and spirits.
- Three large LED screens installed in 2019 enhance the stage view from every location on the lawn.
- Reserved parking is $40 for each show and provides easy-access parking. Reserved parking is available for individual concerts.
- Groups of 30 or more may purchase discounted tickets to Kroger Symphony on the Prairie at a 10% discount. For group sales, contact the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Box Office at 317-639-4300
For more information on any Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra presentation, contact the Hilbert Circle Theatre Box Office at 317-639-4300 or online at IndianapolisSymphony.org.
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What are the top baby names in Indiana?
Names.org released its predictions of the most frequently used baby names of the year.
The website said the trends are based on data from the Social Security Administration, which has published the information for all Social Security card applications for births occurring in the U.S. since 1880.
Names.org takes the information, examines the five most recent years of data and looks for trends.
Here’s a look at the top ten in Indiana.
Boys (Indiana)
- Liam
- Oliver
- Noah
- Elijah
- Lincoln
- Henry
- Theodore
- James
- Benjamin
- Jackson
Boys (Nationally)
- Liam
- Noah
- Oliver
- Elijah
- William
- James
- Benjamin
- Henry
- Lucas
- Alexander
Analysis
Broadly, the top names for Indiana mirror those from the national list, with the top four looking virtually the same. Oliver and Noah flip-flopped positions. Other names on Indiana’s list, such as Henry, James and Benjamin, also appear on the national list. Alexander, Lucas and William didn’t make Indiana’s list.
Three of the state’s top ten names—Lincoln, Theodore and Jackson—don’t appear on the national list. The website doesn’t project those names to make the top ten nationally, meaning their usage is higher in Indiana than typical.
Nationally, Liam has seen a sizeable surge in popularity since 2008. Names.org predicted 398 Indiana babies will be named Liam this year.
Girls (Indiana)
- Amelia
- Olivia
- Ava
- Charlotte
- Evelyn
- Emma
- Sophia
- Harper
- Eleanor
- Isabella
Girls (Nationally)
- Olivia
- Emma
- Charlotte
- Amelia
- Sophia
- Ava
- Isabella
- Mia
- Evelyn
- Luna
Analysis
Again, Indiana’s top names mirror those on the national list, although there is a bit more variation in their positions. Amelia tops the Indiana list while Olivia takes the top position on the national one. Luna and Mia are missing from Indiana’s list.
Harper and Eleanor were two of Indiana’s unique names. Neither appeared on the national list and Names.org didn’t project them to do so.
Nationally, Olivia has been on the list steadily since about 2007. The name has plateaued in popularity but managed to surpass Emma around 2019. Names.org predicted 313 Indiana babies would be named Olivia this year.
Unique names
The breakdown also includes some names unique in popularity to Indiana that fell outside the top ten. To be considered unique, the name must have 3,500 births in Indiana since 1880. Names more likely to be seen in Indiana among boys include Rex, Rick, Max, Tim and Jeffery. Unique names for girls include Wilma, Beth, Sue, Marsha and Penny.
Less common unique names for boys include Lowell, Dewayne, Kent, Brock and Jonathon. For girls, Madonna, Patty, Sondra, Ladonna and Lora were considered “less common but not overly obscure.”
Looking for something unique but modern? A modern unique name includes births in the last 30 years. Braxton, Corbin, Jonathon, Keegan and Dakota are among the top choices for boys, while names for girls include Macy, Alivia, Brooklynn, Hadley and Shelby.
You can find the national information here and the information specific to Indiana trends here.
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INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Humanities is putting on a free screening tour of six short films about Indiana waterways made by Hoosier filmmakers!
Filmmaker Hannah Lindgren and Jackie Rodriguez, with Indiana Humanities, joined Indy Now on Tuesday to discuss the next screening, which will take place at 8 p.m. Thursday at the Taggart Amphitheatre at Riverside Park in Indianapolis.
Click here for more.
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Dioselim Garcia, chef and CEO of local business Waldis Cake, moved to the US from Venezuela seven years ago to start her artisan home bakery.
Waldis Cake makes all of their creations from scratch. Garcia previously went to culinary school before starting the business.
The business offers a variety of baked good options, including lemonade raspberry cheesecake macaroons and the “just for adults” margarita inside key lime pie macaroons.
Waldis Cake is currently doing an Easter giveaway promotion. Follow them on Instagram and Facebook @WaldisCakes.
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INDIANAPOLIS — April is known as Pet First Aid Awareness Month. Dr. Chris Robinette is a veterinarian with Pet Wellness Clinics with some first aid tips for your pets at home. For more information on aid for your pets, visit petwellnessclinics.com.
Countdown to the
2022 Tax Filing Deadline
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April 18 2022 12:00 am
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With teacher absences mounting and substitutes in short supply, parents may be wondering: Who’s teaching the kids?
The answer around the U.S. could be a local police officer, National Guard soldier, state budget analyst, parent or recent high school graduate — nearly anyone willing to help keep schools’ doors open through the omicron-driven staffing crunch.
States have been loosening teaching requirements to give schools more flexibility on hiring as coronavirus exposures, illness and quarantines add to strains on schools that also have been tapping librarians, custodians and support staff to help cover classrooms during the pandemic.
Brian McKinney, a parent with students in second and 10th grade in Hays County, Texas, spent part of this week as a substitute, helping sixth-graders through a social studies assignment that had them writing essays about the Soviet Union. A former teacher, he decided he could help as he waited out a cold snap that has slowed business at the World War II-themed miniature golf course he and his wife now own.
“There was no downtime today; I was heavily involved with the kids,” he said after school Tuesday.
The measures have kept schools from having to revert to the waves of remote learning that disrupted homes and left many students behind earlier in the pandemic. Supporters say it’s better to have students in school, where they are supervised and have access to food and services, even if the solutions fall short academically.
Still, the lowering of the bar for teachers raises some concerns about whether schools are just treading water. In some cases when possible, virtual school taught by students’ regular teachers could be a better alternative, said Richard Ingersoll, an expert on the teaching profession at the University of Pennsylvania.
“Remote sometimes might be much more preferable to getting some substitute in there who’s basically babysitting,” he said.
Governors have been issuing executive orders to make more people eligible to work in schools. In states including California, Connecticut, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, governors have taken action to give schools more flexibility to bring back retired teachers for short-term assignments.
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt and Utah Gov. Spencer Cox have made it possible for schools to dip into the states’ workforces.
Cox’s executive order allows state workers, including budget analysts, social workers and highway patrol officers, to take up to 30 hours of administrative leave to work as substitute teachers or in other school jobs. Oklahoma’s initiative lets state workers volunteer as substitute teachers and continue to receive their state salary.
“We know that kids learn best in the classroom, so we want to do what we can to help schools stay open. Our teachers and our children deserve our support during this difficult phase of the pandemic,” Cox said in a statement.
In Kansas, the state Board of Education has begun allowing districts to hire substitute teachers as young as 18, and with little more than a high school diploma after waiving requirements, they have at least 60 college credits, the equivalent of at least two years, to receive a temporary license. The changes will last only until June 1, when the more stringent requirements will return.
State officials in Nevada will consider a similar change for emergencies for the state’s two most populous counties later this month. Currently, substitute teachers must have at least 60 college credits — or an associate degree or higher — to obtain a license.
In addition to asking state workers to step up, New Mexico has called in the National Guard to work as substitute teachers, an unprecedented move that has troops drawing their usual pay for serving on active duty.
At least some schools are choosing to prioritize time with professional teachers, even if it means students don’t keep a full schedule.
In Millville Public Schools in New Jersey, administrators were so concerned about the toll on learning after months of staffing challenges that they moved middle and high school students to a half-day schedule — with teachers — for the month of February.
“After an analysis of our staffing over the past 5 months, we determined instruction at the secondary level has been severely impacted due to students’ lack of access to direct instruction on a daily basis. Moving to an early dismissal schedule will address our staffing shortages by utilizing our current employees so that we are delivering consistent instruction from teaching professionals,” a notice on the district’s website said.
In the Hays Consolidated Independent School District in Texas, where McKinney filled in as a sub this week, at one point in January the district needed 455 subs in a single day, well over the usual 185, and could fill only 40% of the need, district spokesperson Tim Savoy said.
The district raised the pay to an average of $120 a day, up from about $90, and invited parents to join the ranks of substitutes, waiving for some a requirement they have 30 hours of college. About half of the 60 new subs hired in January were parents, Savoy said.
After an orientation that included refreshers on things like classroom management and discipline, along with a background check that included fingerprinting, there are days McKinney has his pick from a long list of assignments but gravitates first to his specialties of history and physical education.
He said remote learning was hard on families like his that had to juggle kids and jobs, and he praised the district for working to stay open, even if it meant making exceptions for those running the classrooms.
“That’s a huge emotional and physiological burden on families,” he said of virtual school, “so I think Hays is just trying to figure out every possible option to not have to do that to families.”
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NOBLESVILLE, Ind. – Backstreet’s back, alright!
The Backstreet Boys will perform at Ruoff Music Center as part of the Coors Light concert series on July 10, 2022.
Noblesville is just one of the stops on the Grammy-nominated group’s “DNA World Tour,” which will include several U.S. and European cities. The tour kicks off with four shows on the Las Vegas Strip this month.
Tickets for the tour are currently available from livenation.com.
Here’s a look at the tour schedule:
DNA World Tour
- 4/8 – Las Vegas, NV – The Colosseum at Caesars Palace
- 4/9 – Las Vegas, NV – The Colosseum at Caesars Palace
- 4/15 – Las Vegas, NV – The Colosseum at Caesars Palace
- 4/16 – Las Vegas, NV – The Colosseum at Caesars Palace
- 6/4 – Chula Vista, CA – North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
- 6/5 – Irvine, CA – FivePoint Amphitheater
- 6/7 – Los Angeles, CA – Hollywood Bowl
- 6/9 – Phoenix, AZ – Ak-Chin Pavilion
- 6/11 – Albuquerque, NM – Isleta Amphitheater
- 6/13 – Austin, TX – Germania Insurance Amphitheater
- 6/14 – The Woodlands, TX – The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presented by Huntsman
- 6/15 – Irving, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
- 6/17 – Rogers, AR – Walmart AMP
- 6/20 – Jacksonville, FL – VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena
- 6/21 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre at the FL State Fairgrounds
- 6/22 – West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre
- 6/24 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion
- 6/25 – Raleigh, NC – Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
- 6/28 – Alpharetta, GA – Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
- 7/1 – Toronto, ON – Budweiser Stage
- 7/2 – Toronto, ON – Budweiser Stage
- 7/3 – Darien Center, NY – Darien Lake Amphitheater
- 7/5 – Burgettstown, PA – The Pavilion at Star Lake
- 7/6 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH – Blossom Music Center
- 7/8 – Milwaukee, WI – SummerFest (American Family Insurance Amp)
- 7/10 – Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center
- 7/12 – Bristow, VA – Jiffy Lube Live
- 7/13 – Virginia Beach, VA – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach
- 7/14 – Camden, NJ – Waterfront Music Pavilion
- 7/16 – Wantagh, NY – Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater
- 7/17 – Hartford, CT – XFINITY Theatre
- 7/19 – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center
- 7/20 – Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center
- 7/21 – Bangor, ME – Maine Savings Amphitheater
- 7/23 – Saratoga Springs, NY – Saratoga Performing Arts Center
- 7/24 – Bethel, NY – Bethel Woods Center for the Arts
- 7/26 – Cincinnati, OH – Riverbend Music Center
- 7/28 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre
- 7/29 – Tinley Park, IL – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
- 7/30 – Maryland Heights, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
- 8/2 – Englewood, CO – Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre
- 8/4 – Salt Lake City, UT – USANA Amphitheatre
- 8/6 – Wheatland, CA – Toyota Amphitheatre
- 8/7 – Mountain View, CA – Shoreline Amphitheatre
- 8/9 – Concord, CA – Concord Pavilion
- 8/12 – Auburn, WA – White River Amphitheatre
- 8/19 – Nampa, ID – Ford Idaho Center Arena
- 8/21 – Spokane, WA – Spokane Arena
- 8/22 – Portland, OR – Moda Center
- 8/24 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena
- 8/26 – Edmonton, AB – Rogers Place
- 8/27 – Saskatoon, SK – SaskTel Centre
- 8/29 – Winnipeg, MB – Canada Life Centre
- 9/1 – Ottawa, ON – Canadian Tire Centre
- 9/2 – Quebec City, QC – Centre Videotron
- 9/3 – Montreal, QC – Bell Centre
- 9/6 – Lexington, KY – Rupp Arena
- 9/8 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena
- 9/9 – Memphis, TN – FedExForum
- 9/11 – Sioux Falls, SD – Denny Sanford PREMIER Center
- 9/13 – Wichita, KS – INTRUST Bank Arena
- 9/14 – Oklahoma City, OK – Paycom Center
- 10/3 – Lisbon, Portugal – Altice Arena
- 10/4 – Madrid, Spain – WiZink Center
- 10/6 – Barcelona, Spain – Palau Sant Jordi
- 10/9 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Ziggo Dome
- 10/12 – Berlin, Germany – Mercedes-Benz Arena
- 10/15 – Hannover, Germany – Zag Arena
- 10/18 – Mannheim, Germany – SAP Arena
- 10/20 – Munich, Germany – Olympiahalle
- 10/22 – Bologna, Italy – Unipol Arena
- 10/25 – Hamburg, Germany – Barclaycard Arena
- 10/27 – Zurich, Switzerland – Hallenstadion
- 10/29 – Krakow, Poland – Tauron Arena
- 10/30 – Leipzig, Germany – QUARTERBACK Immobilien ARENA
- 10/31 – Cologne, Germany – Lanxess Arena
- 11/2 – Budapest, Hungary – Sports Arena
- 11/4 – Dortmund, Germany – Westfalenhallen
- 11/6 – London, UK – The 02
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(The Hill) – The Biden administration is expected to announce another extension to the student loan pause this week, multiple sources told The Hill.
The announcement could come as soon as Wednesday and would extend the moratorium on federal student loan payments and interest accrual past the current May 1 expiration date.
President Biden is facing pressure by a growing number of Democrats to continue the freeze for several more months, with nearly 100 lawmakers across both chambers citing inflation as justification.
The measure was first put in place during the pandemic as a way to offer relief to those struggling. While it’s unclear when the new extension would end, Biden has faced calls to allow borrowers to pause payments until after the midterms.
The president last extended the suspension in December. Loan payments were first put on hold in March 2020 under former President Trump and have since been extended five times.
The White House and Department of Education did not immediately respond to The Hill’s request for comment.
Whether Biden will act to forgive $10,000 in federal student loans per borrower is a looming question after he supported forgiving at least that much in the 2020 campaign. Progressives and activists pushed for more time to pay back debt publicly and privately this week and are seeking cancellation of an even larger sum.
Advocates and other Democrats, including Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.), have pressed for $50,000 per person or to cancel debt entirely.
A year ago, Biden requested a memo from the Department of Education to determine his authority to forgive student debt through executive action. Since then, the administration has not publicly announced if the memo is complete.
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White House press secretary Jen Psaki on Friday said a decision on the student loan pause needs to be made before May. She said the administration will “factor the impacts of economic data on ranges of groups of people, including students.”
Last month, White House chief of staff Ron Klain also signaled that the White House would extend the freeze. The Biden administration reportedly told companies in recent weeks to not send out notices about student loan payments resuming.
Amie Parnes contributed to this report.
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(The Hill) — Ivanka Trump is set to speak Tuesday with investigators from the House committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol, according to multiple outlets.
The interview with the former president’s elder daughter will solidify cooperation with some of President Trump’s inner circle — Ivanka Trump’s husband, Jared Kushner, spoke with the panel last week for several hours.
NBC was first to report on Ivanka Trump’s scheduled interview.
The interview follows a January letter to Ivanka Trump — a formal invitation that falls short of the legal weight carried by a subpoena — and was the first official outreach to a member of the Trump family.
The letter noted that Ivanka Trump spent considerable time with her father in the days leading up to the Capitol riot, including witnessing a conversation between Donald Trump and his vice president, Mike Pence, ahead of Congress’s certification of the 2020 presidential election.
“The Select Committee wishes to discuss the part of the conversation you observed between President Trump and Vice President Mike Pence on the morning of January 6th. Similarly, the Select Committee would like to discuss any other conversations you may have witnessed or participated in regarding the president’s plan to obstruct or impede the counting of electoral votes,” the committee wrote in the letter to Trump.
Ivanka Trump was one of the White House officials with the greatest access to Donald Trump at the time, likely leaving her with wide-ranging knowledge of the activities in the White House surrounding the Capitol riot.
Aside from Ivanka Trump and Kushner, the committee also briefly met with Kimberly Guilfoyle, the fiancée of Donald Trump Jr. That exchange quickly soured, however, with Guilfoyle leaving the meeting and the committee issuing a formal subpoena for her testimony shortly thereafter.
The panel has also subpoenaed her phone records and those of Eric Trump, another of the former president’s sons.
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(NEXSTAR) – Approximately 8,000 combination smoke/carbon monoxide alarms are being recalled by Universal Security Instruments, Inc., over the risk of the devices possibly failing to alert users to the presence of carbon monoxide.
The recall concerns two models of Universal Security Instruments alarms — MPC322S and MPC122S — both packaged as “2-in-1 Photoelectric Smoke & Fire + Carbon Monoxide” detectors. MPC322S is a battery-powered model, while MPC122S is hardwired with a battery backup.
The affected MPC322S units were produced on June 9, 2017. The affected MPC122S units were manufactured on June 2, 2017.
“The alarms can fail to alert consumers to the presence of a hazardous level of carbon monoxide, posing a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning or death,” reads a recall notice posted to the Universal Security Instruments website.
The company noted that it had received two reports of faulty units that did not sound in the presence of carbon monoxide “within the specified time requirement.” There have been no reported injuries.
Both models were sold between June 2017 and December 2019 at electrical distributors nationwide and online, including on Walmart’s website.
Consumers are being urged to check the model number and manufacture date printed on the back of their units. Universal Security Instruments will provide a free replacement to customers who are affected.
“Consumers should keep using the recalled alarms until they install replacement alarms,” the Consumer Product Safety Commission wrote in its recall announcement.
Carbon monoxide poisoning kills over 400 people in the United States every year and “makes thousands more ill,” according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning include headache, dizziness, chest pains, vomiting and confusion, among others. More information on carbon monoxide poisoning, and where carbon monoxide fumes may be produced, can be found on the CDC’s website.
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INDIANAPOLIS — After more than 30 years, we now know the identity of the so-called I-65 killer. We are now getting a closer look at his criminal history.
On Tuesday, Indiana State Police identified Harry Edward Greenwell as the man that killed at least three women along the I-65 corridor in the late 1980s. The FBI Indianapolis division was able to track down his criminal history, including several convictions before his 2013 death.
The FBI broke down the timeline into three categories. These are criminal events, significant events, and inactive periods.
Criminal events are when Greenwell got involved in the criminal justice system, either in an arrest, in court, or when he was released from prison. This includes a time in 1982 when he escaped custody twice but was recaptured.
Significant events are related to the I-65 Killer case. These are the Kentucky and Indiana murders along with the Indiana rape.
Inactive Periods include events that may have had an impact on Greenwell’s life. This includes events around his marriage and his eventual death.
You can read the full timeline below:
January 17, 1963
Harry Edward Greenwell was arrested in Louisville, Kentucky for armed robbery.
April 12, 1963
Harry Edward Greenwell was convicted and sentenced to 2 years reformatory and 5 years probation.
February 23, 1965
Harry Edward Greenwell was arrested in Jefferson County, Kentucky for Sodomy.
October 1969
Harry Edward Greenwell was paroled from Kentucky State Penitentiary.
April 28, 1978
Harry Edward Greenwell’s wife died in a house fire in Vernon County, Wisconsin.
August 21, 1980
Harry Edward Greenwell remarried in Henry County, Kentucky.
June 17, 1982
Harry Edward Greenwell was arrested in Vernon County, Iowa for burglary. He escaped custody twice but was recaptured.
August 10, 1982
Harry Edward Greenwell was sentenced to Anamosa State Penitentiary in Iowa.
December 5, 1983
Harry Edward Greenwell was released from the Kentucky State Reformatory.
February 21, 1987
Murder of Vicki Lucille Heath at the Super 8 Motel in Elizabethtown, Kentucky.
March 3, 1989
Murder of Margaret Gill at the Days Inn in Merrillville, Indiana and Murder of Jeanne Gillbert at the Days Inn in Remington Indiana.
March 9, 1989
Harry Edward Greenwell was arrested in LaCrosse Wisconsin for traffic violation.
March 23, 1989
Harry Edward Greenwell was arrested in LaCrosse, Wisconsin for a domestic incident. He violated a restraining order in March and April.
April 18, 1989
Harry Edward Greenwell was sentenced to 15 months probation for criminal trespass.
January 2, 1990
Rape of Days Inn Clerk in Columbus, Indiana
October 11, 1998
Harry Edward Greenwell was arrested in Allamakee County, Iowa for felony possession.
November 13, 1998
Harry Edward Greenwell was arrested for violating a restraining order in Allamakee County.
November 16, 1998
The restraining order violation case was dismissed.
January 2013
Harry Edward Greenwell dies of cancer
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MagellanTV’s third annual Crime Watch Dream Job has returned, offering one lucky true crime fan the opportunity to earn $100 an hour to binge a selection of true crime documentaries for 24 hours straight. A $2,400 grand prize!
To apply for this binge-worthy dream job, click here. Applications are open now through April 18 at 5 p.m. eastern.
MagellanTV is a documentary streaming service curated by filmmakers. The service said it has a passion for true crime and mystery content and wants to share its library with the equally passionate true crime community.
In addition to the grand prize winner, MagellanTV will provide 100 first runner-ups with a free one-year membership to MagellenTV, which is a $60 value.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — Tiger Woods says, for now anyway, he’s planning to play this week in the Masters.
The five-time champion at Augusta National made the announcement Tuesday morning. He will play nine more practice holes on Wednesday before making a final decision but will be doing so with the intention of playing Thursday.
“As of right now,” Woods said, “I feel like I’m going to play.”
There had been plenty of signals in recent days that Woods was on the cusp of deciding it was time to play again. He came to Augusta National for a practice round last week, then returned Sunday — saying he’d be “a game-time decision” — and Monday for more. On Tuesday morning, with bad weather in the forecast, he spent plenty of time in the practice areas.
“It’s great to be back,” Woods said.
Woods played in December at the PNC Challenge, a 36-hole scramble on a flat Florida course where he and his son Charlie finished second to John Daly and his son. Woods was allowed to use a cart in that event, and when those rounds were over he flatly dismissed any notion that his game was tour-ready again.
“I can’t compete against these guys right now, no,” Woods said on Dec. 19. “It’s going to take a lot of work to get to where I feel like I can compete at these guys and be at a high level.”
About 3-1/2 months later, Woods apparently feels differently. If he plays, he’ll be in the Masters for the 24th time; he’s finished in the top five 12 times in his previous 23 appearances.
Thursday’s opening round would mark the first time Woods competes against the world’s best players since Nov. 15, 2020, which was the final round of that year’s pandemic-delayed Masters.
He had his fifth back surgery two months later and was still recovering from that on Feb. 23, 2021, when he crashed his SUV over a median on a suburban coastal road in Los Angeles and down the side of a hill.
Woods’ injuries from that crash were so severe that doctors considered right leg amputation, before reassembling the limb by placing a rod in the tibia and using screws and pins to stabilize additional injuries in the ankle and foot.
“It’s been a tough, tough year … but here we are,” Woods said.
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Created: April 05, 2022 09:10 AM
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – The Albuquerque City Council voted Monday night to override Mayor Tim Keller's veto on the plastic bag ban repeal and let a vaccine mandate repeal veto stand.
City councilors voted 6-3 to overturn the mayor's veto aimed at saving the "Clean and Green Ordinance," a bill that prevented most businesses from handing out single-use plastic bags to shoppers. The councilors argued the ban put extra costs on businesses and consumers.
The mayor's second regarding potential vaccine mandates for city employees will still stand.
Last month, the council passed a resolution banning the city from requiring its employees to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Although there is no vaccine requirement currently in place for city workers, the mayor has said he wants to leave that possibility open.
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Created: April 05, 2022 11:36 AM
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — More than a dozen inmates who were transferred following a deadly riot at a New Mexico lockup in 2020 were allegedly abused and terrorized by state correctional officers.
The allegations are outlined in a lawsuit filed Tuesday by a watchdog organization and a civil rights attorney. The inmates claim their rights to due process and to be free from cruel and unusual punishment were violated by a deputy warden and others at the Central New Mexico Correctional Facility.
The New Mexico Corrections Department had yet to see the lawsuit and could not immediately comment on the allegations.
The case comes as the federal government faces more pressure to reform its own prison system and as advocates push for more oversight at the state level.
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Brianna Wilson
Updated: April 05, 2022 09:57 AM
Created: April 04, 2022 12:04 PM
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Technology has come a long way over the past decade and changed the way we do many things. For example, a new nationwide survey by North Star Inbound shows that 93% of Americans are heavily reliant on their GPS when they drive and one-in-five respondents said they use it every day.
Out of more than a thousand surveyed drivers in Albuquerque, 23% claimed to be dependent on mobile navigation systems.
"We also found that 11%, so just a little bit over one-in-10, of Albuquerque drivers said that they're extremely likely to get lost without their GPS," said Matt Zajechowski, the Director of Media Relations for North Star Inbound
He also said exactly 25% of drivers in the Albuquerque metro reportedly cannot go longer than a week without using their GPS.
There are benefits, like navigating new places or bigger cities, as well as receiving real-time updates on traffic patterns and construction alerts.
"There are times where I've taken the same route a million times, and then it will route me another way, but I'm glad that it did because you see what was there and ultimately end up saving time," Zajechowski said.
He added that GPS systems can be dangerous, if not used properly. Zajechowski cited a few safety tips from AAA to minimize distractions:
1. Program your GPS before you put your car in drive.
"Then if you need to change the course – or if the directions change – simply just pull off the road in a safe area," Zajechowski said.
2. Use your vehicle’s navigation display if you have it, instead of using GPS on your cell phone.
“In many cars, it’s closer to the center to where you're looking," he said.
3. Enable the audio on your GPS.
"It will come over your speakers – and you can listen to the directions and be alerted if you have a turn coming up," Zajechowski said.
So the next time you get behind the wheel, you can use these tips to safely find your destination.
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By COLLIN BINKLEY and ZEKE MILLER
Updated: April 05, 2022 12:10 PM
Created: April 05, 2022 11:58 AM
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Biden administration plans to freeze federal student loan payments through Aug. 31, extending a moratorium that has allowed millions of Americans to postpone payments during the coronavirus pandemic, according to an administration official familiar with the White House's decision-making.
Student loan payments were scheduled to resume May 1 after being halted since early in the pandemic. But following calls from Democrats in Congress, the White House plans to give borrowers additional time to prepare for payments.
The action applies to more than 43 million Americans who owe a combined $1.6 trillion in student debt held by the federal government, according to the latest data from the Education Department. That includes more than 7 million borrowers who have defaulted on student loans, meaning they are at least 270 days late on payments.
Borrowers will not be asked to make payments until after Aug. 31, and interest rates are expected to remain at 0% during that period.
The extension was first reported Tuesday by Bloomberg.
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Updated: April 05, 2022 08:17 AM
Created: April 05, 2022 07:35 AM
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – It has been nearly two years since New Mexican author Rudolfo Anaya passed away – and now a UNM alumn has helped memorialize the 'Father of Chicano Literature' by directing and co-producing a play about his life.
"This play is about, yes, it's about Rudolfo Anaya his accomplishments and receiving the National Humanities Award from Barack Obama," said Dr. Cecelia Aragon, the play's director and co-producer, "but a lot of the larger picture is really about the human condition. What we learn from Rudolfo Anaya is writing about culture and writing about people of a specific region."
Dr. Cecelia Aragon now works at the University of Wyoming and, this year, she took part in the production of 'Bless Me Coatlicue,' which details Anaya's life from the 1960s until his death in 2020.
"It's what Rudolfo Anaya teaches us about the human condition, about love, about compassion, about challenges and struggles – and also about the disabilities that he lived with his entire life," Dr. Aragon said.
According to Dr. Aragon, Anaya has always been rooted in New Mexico. As a writer, he explored the state's landscape – the people, culture, language, music and everything it had to offer – to truly give people a voice.
"Not just looking at the culture, but looking also the challenges and difficulties that the culture has had to take, as we evolve into this contemporary society," Dr. Aragon noted. "This fast-paced, all producing technology and, you know, the fears of losing losing one's language and the culture."
The play was written by Professor RC Davis, who was Anaya's colleague and dear friend.
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Steve Stucker
Created: April 05, 2022 07:04 AM
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Windy conditions will hang around for much of the state Tuesday as temperatures will warm up some before cooling down.
Temperatures in the south will be in the 80s, while more mountainous areas will be in the 60s and other parts will be in the 70s.
Wind will be a big concern for the day and the accompanying fire danger. Advisories and warnings will be posted throughout the state, as Steve Stucker shares in his full forecast.
Click the video above to view Steve's full forecast.
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Alisha McKinney was far and away the most dominant lifter last weekend.
The senior had a record-breaking day to lead South Pontotoc’s girls to the Class 4A powerlifting state title on Friday in Jackson. McKinney, competing in the 242-plus division, recorded an all-class record squat of 505 pounds. Her total of 1,270 pounds was the highest of the weekend for any classification by 335 pounds, and it was a meet record.
“She is a God-given athlete, I’m telling you,” South Pontotoc coach Rod Cook said.
This is South Pontotoc’s first powerlifting title, and it required a tie-breaker. The Lady Cougars scored 29 points, as did Bay High. South earned the title by getting two first-place finishes to Bay’s one.
Samantha Pulliam took gold in the 242 division with 855 points.
Corinth finished third with 28 points, the same total Quitman had. South Pike scored 27 for fifth place.
McKinney also easily won the bench press (215 pounds) and the deadlift (490).
“She works hard,” Cook said. “She doesn’t have any competition in the weight room because the other girls are so much smaller. But when it comes to regional and North half and state, the competition gets a little tighter, but she’s so much stronger than everybody else.”
Other winners
East Union’s girls added another trophy to their vast collection by winning the Class I title. The Lady Urchins finished with 70 total points, while Velma Jackson was a very distant second with 27.
East Union brought home seven gold medals and four silvers en route to winning a sixth-consecutive title. If not for COVID in 2020, it would most likely have been seven in a row.
"The girls just performed incredibly. Every single one of them set personal records in their totals except for one,” coach Scott Duley said.
Emma Boatner set four state records: in squat (405), bench (165), deadlift (390) and total (960). She got plenty of help as 11 of the 12 Lady Urchins medaled.
In 3A boys, Kossuth also won a second-straight title, and the girls team won as well. The Aggies tied with Union in points, 40-40, but won the tie-breaker with four first-place finishes: Drew Rowsey (114), Chandler Robinson (123), Eric Ruiz (148) and Ethan Martindale (308-plus).
Robinson’s 400-pound squat set the 3A squat record in his division, and Ruiz did the same in his with a 545-pound deadlift.
As for the Lady Aggies, Katie Avant (105), Sarah Green (198) and Maryn Latch (220) all earned gold. Kossuth finished with 49 points, 20 points ahead of second-place Water Valley.
Tupelo Christian’s boys made it back-to-back titles in 1A, scoring 39 points to Vardaman’s 33.
Lake Sullivan earned gold in the 220 class, with a squat of 500, a bench press of 240 and a deadlift of 460. TCPS also had three silvers and five bronzes.
Contributing: Dennis Clayton, New Albany Gazette
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Durham -- The 48th annual Durham CROP Hunger Walk returns in-person for the first time after virtual walks for the past two years due to the pandemic.
The walk starts Sunday afternoon at 2:30 in front of Duke Chapel. The event fights hunger not only in the triangle but around the world.
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Their love story starts in true Hollywood fashion, on set. Dondré was working as an actor on a show called Between Brothers, and Salli was cast as his romantic interest.
"Our first scene together was in bed," remembers Dondré, who was struck by Salli as soon as she walked in. While at first Salli rebuffed Dondré's advances, the two eventually fell for each other. "We laughed, we connected, she reminded me of home," he continues.
Today, Salli, a prolific actress, producer, and director, most recently known for directing Amazon Prime Video's The Wheel of Time and HBO's The Gilded Age, knows how crucial it is to have the support of her family. "There's no way without the support at home that I would have been able to do the things that I'm doing," she notes.
Dondré, an Emmy-Award winning actor best known for his work on All My Children and author of Male vs Man, hopes that their supportive relationship can be a model for others, especially their two children. "She's helped me grow because she challenges me to do so," notes Dondré about his wife.
"I think it's our competitive spirit that keeps us together," says Salli, "We will not let marriage beat us, and we are going to win no matter what."
Learn more about Dondré's book Male vs Man at: https://www.dondrewhitfield.com/
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LIVE: White House COVID-19 Response Team holds briefing; Democratic, GOP Senate bargainers agree on $10B to fight COVID
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate bargainers have reached an agreement on a slimmed-down $10 billion package for countering COVID-19 with treatments, vaccines and other steps, but both parties’ bargainers ended up dropping all funding to help nations abroad combat the pandemic.
Yet a day after lawmakers announced the bipartisan accord, it was possible the measure could get entangled with an election-year battle over immigration, and it was unclear Tuesday how quickly the bill might move through Congress.
The compromise drew quick support Monday from President Joe Biden, who initially pushed for a $22.5 billion package. In a setback, he ended up settling for much less despite administration warnings that the government was running out of money to keep pace with the disease’s continued — though diminished — spread in the U.S.
“Every dollar we requested is essential and we will continue to work with Congress to get all of the funding we need,” said White House press secretary Jen Psaki. “But time is of the essence. We urge Congress to move promptly on this $10 billion package.”
Biden and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., his party’s lead bargainer, abandoned Biden’s request to include $5 billion to help countries — especially poorer ones — where the disease is still running rampant.
The inability of Biden and top Democrats to protect the additional spending they wanted came after the two parties gridlocked over GOP demands to pay for it by pulling back unspent aid from earlier pandemic measures. It also reflected the diminished political force that battling COVID-19 has this election year, two years into a pandemic that began with bipartisan support for throwing trillions of dollars at it.
Sen. Mitt Romney of Utah, the lead GOP bargainer, hailed the accord as one that would address “urgent COVID needs.” He also trumpeted the measure’s savings, which he said meant it “will not cost the American people a single additional dollar.”
Still uncertain was whether objections by some Republicans might prevent the Senate from considering the bill this week, as Biden and Schumer want, before Congress begins a two-week recess.
As their price for letting the bill move quickly, Republicans were considering demanding a vote on an amendment barring Biden from lifting immigration restrictions. At least 10 GOP votes will ultimately be needed for the legislation to get the 60 votes it will need to clear the 50-50 Senate.
“We have an agreement,” Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., said in a brief interview. “The question is when will we be able to process the bill, and honestly that’s just not clear yet.”
Some Republicans want an election-year vote on retaining curbs imposed by then-President Donald Trump during the height of the pandemic in 2020 that’s let authorities immediately expel migrants crossing the border from Mexico for public health reasons.
The ban is due to end May 23. And while Democrats largely favor immigration, the lifting of the restrictions could cause political problems for moderates due to the massive increase in migrants that its lapse would prompt.
In the House, Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., and many liberals have criticized the ejection of global assistance. But leaders signaled they were ready to accept compromise.
While short of Biden’s agreement full request, “this package will fulfill immediate needs to secure more vaccines, boosters, testing and therapeutics to keep the pandemic at bay – and it must be enacted as quickly as possible,” Pelosi set in a statement released overnight.
Schumer said members of both parties want to craft a second spending measure this spring that could include funds to battle COVID-19 and hunger overseas and more assistance for Ukraine as it continues battling the Russian invasion. The fate of such a measure is uncertain.
Romney also suggested an openness to considering future money. “While this agreement does not include funding for the U.S. global vaccination program, I am willing to explore a fiscally responsible solution to support global efforts in the weeks ahead,” he said.
The agreement comes with BA.2, the new omicron variant, expected to spark a fresh increase in U.S. cases. Around 980,000 Americans and over 6 million people worldwide have died from COVID-19.
At least half the agreement’s $10 billion would be used to research and produce therapeutics to treat the disease, according to fact sheets from Schumer and Romney.
The money would also be used to buy vaccines and tests. At least $750 million would be used to research new COVID-19 variants and to expand vaccine production, the descriptions said.
Administration officials have said the government has run out of money to finance COVID-19 testing and treatments for people without insurance. They’ve also said funds are running low for boosters, vaccines focused on specific variants, free monoclonal antibody treatments and care for people with immune system weaknesses.
The deal is also a reduction from a $15 billion version that both parties’ leaders negotiated last month. Pelosi abandoned that plan after Democratic lawmakers rejected proposed cuts in state pandemic aid to help pay for the package.
The measure is fully paid for by pulling back unspent funds from previous pandemic relief bills that have been enacted, bargainers said.
Fact sheets said that includes savings from funds protecting aviation manufacturing jobs, assisting entertainment venues shuttered by the pandemic, helping states extend credit to small businesses and aiding agriculture.
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