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Edward Jones Survey Finds Madison-area Investors Confident in their Financial Wellness, Yet Pessimistic About Economy

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Monday, May 15, 2023

MADISON, Wis., May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Two-thirds of investors in the Madison area are confident about their level of financial knowledge (68%) and their own financial wellness (66%), according to a new survey from financial services firm Edward Jones and Morning Consult.

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  • MADISON, Wis., May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Two-thirds of investors in the Madison area are confident about their level of financial knowledge (68%) and their own financial wellness (66%), according to a new survey from financial services firm Edward Jones and Morning Consult.
  • The survey also revealed that more than half of investors in Madison hold a pessimistic view of the economy, with only 3% expressing they are 'very optimistic'.
  • Many Madison-area investors identified saving as a priority in managing their short- and long-term financial goals, with 75% currently saving for retirement and 65% saving for emergencies.
  • Also joining at the ceremony will be Jessica's brother and Stoughton-area branch Financial Advisor Phillip Knutson and their father Kent, who retired from Edward Jones after a 30-year career.

RSG Media Uses FICO Optimization for Hyper-Targeted Media Planning and Scheduling, Improving Viewership 10-25 Percent

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

The use of FICO Xpress Optimization also helps to dramatically speed up the media planning process with new promo plans generated in just 10 minutes instead of weeks.

Key Points: 
  • The use of FICO Xpress Optimization also helps to dramatically speed up the media planning process with new promo plans generated in just 10 minutes instead of weeks.
  • The use of FICO Xpress Optimization in the Prophet platform allows TV marketers to take a more scientific and tactical approach to promote programming.
  • Thanks to the RSG Audience Media Planning & Scheduling Optimization Platform (Prophet), businesses no longer have to wait for weeks to create promotional plans.
  • “RSG Media’s Prophet platform has truly revolutionized media planning and scheduling, allowing for dynamic plan adjustment and cross-channel promotion planning,” said Michal Lodej, group editor at Shard Financial Media and one of the FICO Decisions Awards judges.

Destra Multi-Alternative Fund Declares May 2023 Distribution

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

On May 9, 2023, Destra Multi-Alternative Fund (the “Fund” or “DMA”), a closed-end fund traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol DMA, declared a distribution of $0.0533 per share for the month of May 2023.

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  • On May 9, 2023, Destra Multi-Alternative Fund (the “Fund” or “DMA”), a closed-end fund traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol DMA, declared a distribution of $0.0533 per share for the month of May 2023.
  • The record date for the distribution is May 19, 2023, and the payable date is May 31, 2023.
  • Based on the Fund’s current share price of $5.69 (as of its close on May 5, 2023), the distribution represents an annualized distribution rate of approximately 11.24% (calculated by annualizing the distribution amount and dividing it by the current market price).
  • The distribution rate should not be considered the yield or total return on an investment in the Fund.

New Tradition Takes Over Sales for Logan Communications in Boston

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023

NEW YORK, May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Out-of-home media vendor Logan Communications, of Boston, MA, is partnering with premier national vendor, New Tradition as of this June 2023. This collaboration will add 13 signs to New Tradition's Boston portfolio, inclusive of 4 digital and 9 static bulletins.

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  • Out-of-home media vendor Logan Communications, of Boston, MA, is partnering with premier national vendor, New Tradition as of this June 2023.
  • NEW YORK, May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Out-of-home media vendor Logan Communications, of Boston, MA, is partnering with premier national vendor, New Tradition as of this June 2023.
  • Joe Guarino, EVP Real Estate at New Tradition, stated that "it's been a pleasure getting to work closely with Logan Communications on their well trusted Boston inventory.
  • Both New Tradition and Logan Communications are looking forward to succeeding in this partnership and announcing the new representation of sales for this pristine inventory to the out of home industry.

Urban One Inc.'s Reach Media Announces Syndication of the new Ryan Cameron Uncensored Show

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Monday, May 1, 2023

SILVER SPRING, Md., May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ryan Cameron—actor, comedian, community advocate—will helm the all-new Ryan Cameron Uncensored Show (RCUS), starting syndication nationally by Urban One Inc's Reach Media starting May 1st.

Key Points: 
  • SILVER SPRING, Md., May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ryan Cameron—actor, comedian, community advocate—will helm the all-new Ryan Cameron Uncensored Show (RCUS), starting syndication nationally by Urban One Inc's Reach Media starting May 1st.
  • Ryan has been described as the media force the public loves to love, and his show—pure rambunctious, raucous, revelry!
  • "When people ask me what Ryan Cameron Uncensored is about, besides all the fun, it's really about being able to educate our listeners as well as entertain," he said.
  • He joins celebrated hosts in the Reach Media portfolio, including Rickey Smiley, Erica Campbell, DL Hughley, and Amanda Seales.

Eric Walters Named General Manager of KMVT/KSVT in Twin Falls, Idaho

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023

ATLANTA, April 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gray Television, Inc. (“Gray”) (NYSE: GTN) announced that Eric Walters will become the General Manager of KMVT (CBS) and KSVT-LD (FOX) in Twin Falls, Idaho (DMA 190), effective June 12, 2023.

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  • ATLANTA, April 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gray Television, Inc. (“Gray”) (NYSE: GTN) announced that Eric Walters will become the General Manager of KMVT (CBS) and KSVT-LD (FOX) in Twin Falls, Idaho (DMA 190), effective June 12, 2023.
  • Eric will succeed Kathy Silk, who last month announced her retirement after nearly 30 years in the broadcast industry.
  • Eric is currently the News Director of Gray’s WDBJ (CBS) and WZBJ (MyNetwork) in Roanoke, Virginia.
  • Before joining Gray in 2020, Eric served as the news director for CBS affiliate WBTW in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Destra Multi-Alternative Fund Declares April 2023 Distribution

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Friday, April 7, 2023

On April 7, 2023, Destra Multi-Alternative Fund (the “Fund” or “DMA”), a closed-end fund traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol DMA, declared a distribution of $0.0536 per share for the month of April 2023.

Key Points: 
  • On April 7, 2023, Destra Multi-Alternative Fund (the “Fund” or “DMA”), a closed-end fund traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol DMA, declared a distribution of $0.0536 per share for the month of April 2023.
  • The record date for the distribution is April 18, 2023, and the payable date is April 28, 2023.
  • Based on the Fund’s current share price of $6.10 (as of its close on April 5, 2023), the distribution represents an annualized distribution rate of approximately 10.54% (calculated by annualizing the distribution amount and dividing it by the current market price).
  • The distribution rate should not be considered the yield or total return on an investment in the Fund.

Grocery TV Launches Large Format Digital Advertising Displays at the Front End of Stores

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas , April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Grocery TV today announced the addition of 32" digital displays to its new Front End product line, which is located in one of the most high-traffic areas of the store. Currently launched in a group of ShopRite supermarkets within the NYC DMA, Grocery TV's new displays will continue being installed in more stores across its network.

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  • In-store retail media network launches 32" Front End digital displays, offering retailers and brands impactful touchpoints with their audience throughout the shopper journey.
  • AUSTIN, Texas , April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Grocery TV today announced the addition of 32" digital displays to its new Front End product line, which is located in one of the most high-traffic areas of the store.
  • Currently launched in a group of ShopRite supermarkets within the NYC DMA, Grocery TV's new displays will continue being installed in more stores across its network.
  • Grocery TV has run advertising campaigns for world-class brands including AT&T, Hershey, Pepsi, and Chase Bank.

SparkCognition Government Systems (SGS) Awarded $4.2M Contract with Air Force Research Laboratory to Expand AI-Powered Maintenance Across F-16 Fleet

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Thursday, April 6, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SparkCognition Government Systems (SGS), a provider of trusted artificial intelligence (AI) solutions for defense and national security, today announced it has been awarded a $4.2M multiyear contract with the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL). 

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SparkCognition Government Systems (SGS), a provider of trusted artificial intelligence (AI) solutions for defense and national security, today announced it has been awarded a $4.2M multiyear contract with the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL).
  • This contract expands SGS's partnership with AFRL to deploy SGS's AI-powered readiness solution, Digital Maintenance Advisor (DMA), across additional maintenance, supply, and logistics use cases in support of the F-16 fleet and its operators.
  • The contract expansion will also develop DMA's capacity to track, inform, and predict supply and demand planning for the F-16 fleet.
  • To learn more about SparkCognition Government Systems, visit www.sparkgov.ai .

New Tradition Acquires High-Profile Assets From Victor Signs

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Monday, April 3, 2023

NEW YORK, April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- New Tradition, an independent Out-of-Home media company with premier displays in the nation's largest markets, enhances its Chicago billboard presence with their latest acquisition from Victor Signs of Chicago.

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  • New Tradition, an independent Out-of-Home media company with premier displays in the nation's largest markets, enhances its Chicago billboard presence with their latest acquisition from Victor Signs of Chicago.
  • NEW YORK, April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- New Tradition, an independent Out-of-Home media company with premier displays in the nation's largest markets, enhances its Chicago billboard presence with their latest acquisition from Victor Signs of Chicago.
  • The purchase includes Victor's two massive wall spectaculars along the Eisenhower Expressway, both of which have been coveted by advertisers for decades.
  • Johnsen, Fretty & Co., LLC acted as investment banker to Victor, while McGrath North Mullin & Kratz acted as legal advisor.