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Founding Fathers Coffee Expands Distribution Through Walmart

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023

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MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Founding Fathers Coffee, which donates 50% of profits to military families, is now available at Walmart.com and nationwide at more than 1,600 Walmart locations in the U.S.

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MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Founding Fathers Coffee, which donates 50% of profits to military families, is now available at Walmart.com and nationwide at more than 1,600 Walmart locations in the U.S.
The new partnership with Wal-Mart includes the introduction of a new line of Founding Fathers Select 100% Arabica gourmet-flavored coffees: Chesapeake Bay Caramel, Valley Forge Vanilla, Mount Vernon Mocha and Old Hickory Hazelnut.
"We are excited and proud to partner with Walmart and offer our high-quality gourmet 100% Arabica coffees to their customers," said Phil Knutsen, CEO of Founding Fathers Products.
Founding Fathers Products administers donations through national partners like The American Legion and Folds of Honor.

The American Legion entry deadlines for Fourth Estate Awards enter final week

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023

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INDIANAPOLIS, Feb. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Legion is still accepting entries in its annual Fourth Estate Awards competition for excellence in journalism and its positive impact on society.

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INDIANAPOLIS, Feb. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Legion is still accepting entries in its annual Fourth Estate Awards competition for excellence in journalism and its positive impact on society.
The American Legion presents the awards to recognize the outstanding achievements made in print and broadcast media.
In addition to the award, the winner in each category will be presented a $2,000 stipend to cover travel and lodging expenses to The American Legion National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.
All journalists or media outlets who believe their work improved society in a tangible and way are encouraged to submit their entry.

Casinos and other forms of gambling in the U.S. reach record high of $60 billion in revenue, proving legal skill games pose no financial competition

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Monday, February 20, 2023

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Duluth, Georgia, Feb. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pace-O-Matic, the industry leader in legal skill games, today said the continuing record-breaking gambling revenue across the United States, more than $60 billion, shows without a doubt, legal skill games have no impact on gambling.

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Duluth, Georgia, Feb. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pace-O-Matic, the industry leader in legal skill games, today said the continuing record-breaking gambling revenue across the United States, more than $60 billion, shows without a doubt, legal skill games have no impact on gambling.
The numbers are the numbers.”
Despite the revenue numbers that continue to go up, some casinos and other gambling entities say they are impacted by skill games.
Yet, Barley explained, as the number of legal skill games increases in markets, casino profits do as well.
Pace-O-Matic is calling for further regulation along with taxation of legal skill games at a state level.

Pace-O-Matic, Inc. Names Paul Goldean Chief Executive Officer

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023

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Duluth, Georgia, Feb. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pace-O-Matic, Inc. today announced that Paul Goldean has been named Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective immediately.

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Duluth, Georgia, Feb. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pace-O-Matic, Inc. today announced that Paul Goldean has been named Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective immediately.
Goldean now holds the roles of CEO and President of the company.
Michael Pace, Chairman of the company, said “Our company’s success and rapid growth are due to Paul’s strategic leadership and management.
Along with his professional accomplishments, Goldean served as a squad leader in the U.S. Army’s, 1st Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment.

Pennsylvania Skill, powered by Pace-O-Matic, ruled legal game of skill once again by a Pennsylvania Court

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Monday, February 13, 2023

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“This ruling reaffirms our status as legal games of skill,” said Pace-O-Matic spokesman Mike Barley.

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“This ruling reaffirms our status as legal games of skill,” said Pace-O-Matic spokesman Mike Barley.
Pennsylvania Skill games are manufactured in the commonwealth, and over 90% of the profits stay inside the state.
In 2014, the Beaver County Court of Common Pleas ruled that Pace-O-Matic's Pennsylvania Skill games are legal as games of predominant skill.
Pace-O-Matic saw an additional county return Pennsylvania Skill games after these court decisions and settlements were reached.

The American Legion, Hiring Our Heroes Career Fair Coming to Washington on February 28

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Friday, February 17, 2023

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WASHINGTON, Feb. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Legion and Hiring Our Heroes are holding a career event for veterans, transitioning servicemembers, military spouses and caregivers on February 28 at the Washington Hilton.

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WASHINGTON, Feb. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Legion and Hiring Our Heroes are holding a career event for veterans, transitioning servicemembers, military spouses and caregivers on February 28 at the Washington Hilton.
Federal Resume Workshop , which will show job seekers how to adapt their resume to fit federal internship and job application requirements.
A Career Fair will be held from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the Concourse Foyer.
The American Legion has made the prevention of veteran suicide the organization's number one priority through its Be the One campaign, www.betheone.org .

The American Legion seeks entries for Fourth Estate Awards in media

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Monday, February 6, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Legion is still accepting entries in its annual Fourth Estate Awards competition for excellence in journalism and its positive impact on society.

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INDIANAPOLIS, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Legion is still accepting entries in its annual Fourth Estate Awards competition for excellence in journalism and its positive impact on society.
The American Legion presents the awards to recognize the outstanding achievements made in print and broadcast media.
In addition to the award, the winner in each category will be presented a $2,000 stipend to cover travel and lodging expenses to The American Legion National Convention in Charlotte, N.C..
All journalists or media outlets who believe their work improved society in a tangible and way are encouraged to submit their entry.

HeroZona, American Legion Post 65 Honor Martin Luther King Jr. with Community Celebration

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Thursday, January 12, 2023

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PHOENIX, Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The HeroZona Foundation and Travis L. Williams American Legion Post 65's are excited to announce a community celebration, "Unity in the Community Celebration Happy Hour," on Monday, Jan. 16, from 4 to 6 p.m. to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The event will be hosted at Post 65 (1624 E. Broadway Rd.) in Phoenix, during which guests can enjoy drink and food specials, and performances from two local DJs, DJ Money Mike and DJ Nonstop.

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PHOENIX, Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The HeroZona Foundation and Travis L. Williams American Legion Post 65's are excited to announce a community celebration, "Unity in the Community Celebration Happy Hour," on Monday, Jan. 16, from 4 to 6 p.m. to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
The event will be hosted at Post 65 (1624 E. Broadway Rd.)
"Every year, we look forward to planning and hosting celebrations in remembrance of the great civil rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.," says U.S. Army Desert Storm Veteran and HeroZona Foundation Co-Founder, Alan "AP" Powell.
HeroZona and the American Legion Post 65 have been hosting an annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration for more than three decades, since the event's inception in 1992.

The American Legion seeks entries for Fourth Estate Awards in media

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Friday, January 6, 2023

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INDIANAPOLIS, Jan. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Legion has announced its call for entries in the annual Fourth Estate Awards competition for excellence in journalism and its positive impact on society.

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INDIANAPOLIS, Jan. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Legion has announced its call for entries in the annual Fourth Estate Awards competition for excellence in journalism and its positive impact on society.
The American Legion presents the awards to recognize the outstanding achievements made in print and broadcast media.
In addition to the award, the winner in each category will be presented a $2,000 stipend to cover travel and lodging expenses to The American Legion National Convention in Charlotte, N.C..
All journalists or media outlets who believe their work improved society in a tangible and way are encouraged to submit their entry.

American Legion National Commander Welcomes 'Victories for Veterans' in Budget Agreement

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Friday, December 23, 2022

The American Legion has long believed in buddy checks and the effectiveness of outreach to veterans who may be experiencing a crisis.

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The American Legion has long believed in buddy checks and the effectiveness of outreach to veterans who may be experiencing a crisis.
Troiola pointed to additional provisions in the budget that were part of The American Legion's legislative agenda.
Troiola said that The American Legion has been publicly advocating for visas to be awarded to Afghan and Iraqi combat translators since 2018.
Chartered by Congress in 1919, The American Legion is committed to advocating for veterans, promoting a strong national security, sponsoring wholesome youth programs and Americanism.