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"Go Beyond Thanks:" New Survey Reveals We Should Do More Than Simply Thank Our Veterans for Their Service

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As the nation prepares to observe Veterans Day this year, USAA hopes to challenge the nation to go beyond simple gratitude to create real, positive impacts in the veteran community. A new survey sponsored by USAA reveals disparities between young military/veterans and their older counterparts in how they prefer to be recognized for their service. The survey was conducted by Endeavor Analytics and YouGov.

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  • A new survey sponsored by USAA reveals disparities between young military/veterans and their older counterparts in how they prefer to be recognized for their service.
  • Of note, nearly 70% of younger military/veterans say they feel uncomfortable or awkward when someone says "Thank you for your service" to them.
  • Conversely, only 24% of military/veterans aged 65+ say they feel uncomfortable or awkward when someone says the phrase to them.
  • The survey also revealed 28% of civilian respondents do not know or are not sure why we celebrate Veterans Day.

PulteGroup’s Built to Honor® Program Presents Michigan Air Force Veteran with Keys to New Mortgage-Free Home

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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Celebrating its 10th anniversary, PulteGroup’s Built to Honor program recognizes and thanks returning military personnel who have been injured during their term of service.

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  • Celebrating its 10th anniversary, PulteGroup’s Built to Honor program recognizes and thanks returning military personnel who have been injured during their term of service.
  • This is the third Built to Honor home dedicated in Michigan.
  • The Michigan War Dog Memorial K9 Salute Team performed a 21-second howl salute dedicated to Master Sergeant Obey and all veterans in attendance.
  • “This is the third Built to Honor home awarded in Michigan to a very worthy veteran,” said PulteGroup President and CEO Ryan Marshall.

Wreaths Across America Announces 2023 Escort to Arlington Route

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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COLUMBIA FALLS, Maine, Oct. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- What has become known as the country’s longest veterans’ parade – Wreaths Across America’s annual “Escort to Arlington” – kicks off on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023.

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  • COLUMBIA FALLS, Maine, Oct. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- What has become known as the country’s longest veterans’ parade – Wreaths Across America’s annual “Escort to Arlington” – kicks off on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023.
  • In addition, Chevrolet has also sponsored 4,000 veterans’ wreaths for placement at Arlington National Cemetery to help honor our nation’s veterans.
  • “Chevrolet and its dealers are once again proud to support the yearlong mission of Wreaths Across America.
  • National Wreaths Across America Day ceremonies are happening at more than 4,000 participating locations across the country on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023.

Castellum, Inc. Announces Bob Eisiminger, as Senior Advisor

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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POTOMAC, Md., Oct. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Castellum, Inc. (NYSE-American: CTM) announces Bob Eisiminger has joined the Company in the role of Senior Advisor.

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  • POTOMAC, Md., Oct. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Castellum, Inc. (NYSE-American: CTM) announces Bob Eisiminger has joined the Company in the role of Senior Advisor.
  • Mr. Eisiminger will focus on the organic growth of the business as the Company continues to grow its pipeline of new business opportunities and submitted proposals.
  • “I could not be more excited to have Bob as a Senior Advisor,” said Mark Fuller, President and Chief Executive Officer of Castellum.
  • He was named the EY Entrepreneur of the Year in the Government Contracting category for the Mid-Atlantic in 2019 .

Applebee’s® Honors Veterans & Active Duty Military with Free Meals on Veterans Day

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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“Veterans Day is the busiest day of the year in our restaurants.

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  • “Veterans Day is the busiest day of the year in our restaurants.
  • When you walk through the doors of an Applebee's on Veterans Day, you can feel the neighborhood coming together.
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    Complimentary meals from the Veterans Day menu will be available for dine-in at more than 1,500 Applebee's locations nationwide .
  • U.S. Veterans and Active Duty Military simply show proof of military service.

Wellcare's Expanded 2024 Medicare Advantage and Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Offerings Bring Enhanced Value and Affordability to Members

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wellcare, the Medicare brand and wholly owned subsidiary of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), announced today it will expand its wide range of Medicare Advantage (MA) and Medicare Prescription Drug Plan (PDP) offerings during the 2024 Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP), beginning Oct. 15, 2023. This includes the addition of Delaware and expansion into 21 new counties, increasing its total Medicare Advantage footprint to 37 states and 1,808 counties. Wellcare will also now offer the 23 newly designed plans as well as new Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNP), accepting all dual eligible beneficiaries, and introduce a Wellcare Spendables™ debit card that will allow pre-loaded funds to be used across 55,000 nationwide retailers in 37 states.

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  • The investments and innovations we've made like our Wellcare Spendable card will make things simpler and more affordable for our members."
  • For 2024, Wellcare will be offering plans to more than 52 million eligible beneficiaries, accounting for 80% of eligible beneficiaries in 37 states.
  • More than 1.5 million beneficiaries are currently enrolled in an Wellcare Medicare Advantage plan.
  • Express Scripts will be Wellcare's pharmacy benefits manager for 2024, bringing increased value to members to provide quality at the lowest cost.

Pennsylvania Court Dismisses BMM Test Labs Suit Against Pace-O-Matic

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Friday, September 22, 2023
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HARRISBURG, PA, Sept. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Dauphin County Court of Common Pleas has dismissed a case brought against Pace-O-Matic (POM) filed by BMM Test Labs (BMM).

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  • HARRISBURG, PA, Sept. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Dauphin County Court of Common Pleas has dismissed a case brought against Pace-O-Matic (POM) filed by BMM Test Labs (BMM).
  • BMM was sued by POM in November 2022 after the company accessed Pennsylvania Skill games, disassembled them, and sought to acquire POM’s propriety information.
  • BMM counter-sued, claiming POM violated the Dragonetti Act and brought forth a frivolous lawsuit.
  • BMM has been called as a witness expert by the state in a separate case against POM.

National Skill Game Leader, Pace-O-Matic, Congratulates U.S. Casino Industry and American Gaming Association on Best July Ever

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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Duluth, GA, Sept. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pace-O-Matic, the industry leader in legal skill games, would like to congratulate the U.S. casino industry and the American Gaming Association (AGA) on reporting their best July in history.

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  • Duluth, GA, Sept. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pace-O-Matic, the industry leader in legal skill games, would like to congratulate the U.S. casino industry and the American Gaming Association (AGA) on reporting their best July in history.
  • They AGA also reported that the casino industry will surely have its best year yet in 2023, having made nearly $38 billion since the beginning of the year.
  • Curiously, the casino industry reports record profits month after month while simultaneously touting legal skill games as a hindrance to their revenue.
  • The skill game industry has routinely asked to be regulated in markets and has faced opposition from the casino industry every time.

Akima Named an American Legion's 'Employer of the Year' For Helping Veterans Transition to Civilian Careers

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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The American Legion recognized Akima's efforts to ease the transition from military to civilian life at an awards ceremony on August 30.

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  • The American Legion recognized Akima's efforts to ease the transition from military to civilian life at an awards ceremony on August 30.
  • Additionally, our veteran employees who have made the transition to civilian life often help recruit and mentor transitioning veterans."
  • Akima uses various veteran-specific placement programs and partners with organizations like Hire Heroes and GI Jobs to attract veteran candidates.
  • Despite this, studies have shown that veterans provided with the right resources are able to transition their skills learned in the military into civilian careers.

EPCOR OPERATIONS LEADER RECOGNIZED BY NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WATER COMPANIES

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Monday, September 18, 2023
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Living Water award recognizes exemplary dedication to water, communities

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  • Living Water award recognizes exemplary dedication to water, communities
    PHOENIX, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - An EPCOR water operations leader in Texas took home the top award at this week's National Association of Water Companies (NAWC) annual Water Summit.
  • NAWC President and CEO Rob Powelson recognized John Lulewicz, Director of Water Operations for EPCOR in Texas, with the organization's highest recognition, the Living Water Award, at its annual Water Summit in Atlanta earlier this week.
  • "The NAWC Living Water Award represents the best of the water industry," said NAWC President & CEO Robert F. Powelson.
  • Customer Care Manager Amy Matthews received the Living Water Award in 2022 and Meter Manager Supervisor Jeff Harrison was recognized in 2015.