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Texas leads the nation as No. 1 state in exports for 19th consecutive year

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Monday, February 8, 2021
Texas, United States, Country subdivisions

1 exporting state in the United States for the 19th consecutive year, more evidence of the strength and resilience of the state's economy, said Robert Allen, president and CEO of the Texas Economic Development Corporation.

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  • 1 exporting state in the United States for the 19th consecutive year, more evidence of the strength and resilience of the state's economy, said Robert Allen, president and CEO of the Texas Economic Development Corporation.
  • 1 exporting state in the nation, the best state business climate, and the world's ninth largest economy.
  • 1 exporting state of technology products for the eighth consecutive year as well, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, with $44.8 billion in exports.
  • The Texas Economic Development Corporation (TxEDC) is an independently funded and operated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to economic development, business recruitment and job creation in the state of Texas.

CarParts.com’s Grand Prairie, Texas Distribution Center Gears Up for 2021

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Monday, February 8, 2021
General Automotive, Aftermarket, Automotive, Grand Prairie, Texas, States of the United States, Texas, United States, Country subdivisions

CarParts.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: PRTS) (" CarParts.com ") announced today that its 210,000 square foot distribution center in Grand Prairie, Texas is now shipping and has hired its 200th person to help meet customer demand.

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  • CarParts.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: PRTS) (" CarParts.com ") announced today that its 210,000 square foot distribution center in Grand Prairie, Texas is now shipping and has hired its 200th person to help meet customer demand.
  • Were thrilled that CarParts.com decided to become part of the Texas business community, said Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush.
  • The company is growing and has found that Texas has a terrific business climate to support that growth.
  • The economic downturn has hurt Grand Prairie, just as it has hurt Texas and, indeed, all of America, said Grand Prairie Mayor Ron Jensen.

Mainely Matters Launches Maine's Largest Podcast Platform

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Monday, February 8, 2021
Maine, New England, Podcast, Technology, United States, Country subdivisions

Mainely Matters is Maine's largest and most diverse podcast platform.

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  • Mainely Matters is Maine's largest and most diverse podcast platform.
  • "The aim of Mainely Matters is to give our listeners a wide variety of Maine related topics to tune into," said John Brier, the founder of Mainely Matters.
  • "Our aim is to make Mainely Matters Maine's premier podcast platform across a wide variety of topics" said John Brier.
  • Previous Mainely Matters podcast episodes can be listened to at this link: https://www.stitcher.com/show/mainely-matters
    For more information contact Mainely Matters at [email protected] , by calling (207) 300-6190, or visit them online at MainelyMatters.com.

How Responsible are Sportsbooks with Player Withdrawals?

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Friday, February 5, 2021
Sportsbook, Tennessee, Country subdivisions, United States

The turnaround time on your cash is dependent on the sportsbook with whom you placed your bet.

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  • The turnaround time on your cash is dependent on the sportsbook with whom you placed your bet.
  • However, in New Jersey it's been found that some sportsbooks may not be completely on the up and up with cash withdrawals .
  • There are four sportsbooks operating in Tennessee and all but one of these sportsbooks, Action 247, operates in New Jersey.
  • As of now, no Tennessee players have reported issues with the withdrawal process on any of these sportsbooks.

MCNC answers call for action on digital equity in North Carolina

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Thursday, February 4, 2021
Articles, Regions of the United States, Digital divide, Economic geography, Global inequality, Social inequality, Technology development, North Carolina, Country subdivisions

According to MCNC President and CEO Tracy Doaks, digital equity in North Carolina would have long-lasting economic and social benefits; MCNC is therefore ready to lead and, more importantly, ready to listen.

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  • According to MCNC President and CEO Tracy Doaks, digital equity in North Carolina would have long-lasting economic and social benefits; MCNC is therefore ready to lead and, more importantly, ready to listen.
  • "The pandemic has shined a bright light on the 'haves' and 'have nots' in North Carolina, and MCNC continues to ensure North Carolina's future is connected today by deepening our engagement in these pivotal digital inclusion efforts."
  • For 40 years MCNC has connected and protected communities with high-speed Internet and networking technologies throughout North Carolina.
  • Digital inclusion refers to all the activities and efforts that remove barriers in order to create digital equity.

James Scott Farrin Expands Operations into South Carolina

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Tuesday, February 2, 2021
Regions of the United States, Southern United States, States of the Confederate States, States of the United States, Country subdivisions, Geography of the United States, North Carolina

GREENVILLE, S.C., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin, one of the largest plaintiffs' firms in North Carolina, is now also fighting for victims who need justice in South Carolina.

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  • GREENVILLE, S.C., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin, one of the largest plaintiffs' firms in North Carolina, is now also fighting for victims who need justice in South Carolina.
  • President James S. Farrin is excited to bring the firm into South Carolina.
  • "Now, we are proud to fight for those who need a voice in South Carolina, too."
  • The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin is one of the largest personal injury firms in North Carolina and has served over 50,000 injured people since 1997.

Texas Leaders Unite To Urge Passage Of A Permanent Legislative Solution For DACA Recipients

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Tuesday, February 2, 2021
Country subdivisions, Texas, Chamber of commerce, United States

We must take action that will give them the certainty they deserve, and the only way to do that is through legislation.

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  • We must take action that will give them the certainty they deserve, and the only way to do that is through legislation.
  • "A vital piece to ensuring our successful transition into a 21st Century economy is by protecting Texas Dreamers.
  • "A federal Dream Act will help ensure that Texas leads in job creation and economic growth in the post-pandemic recovery.
  • Texas leaders representing businesses, chambers of commerce, and higher education institutions across the state have signed on to support the Coalition's efforts, including:

Metals Creek Clarks Brook Option Partner General Gold Completes Listing on the CSE

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Tuesday, February 2, 2021
Atlantic Canada, NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR, Country subdivisions

Thunder Bay, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - February 2, 2021) - Metals Creek Resources Corp. (TSXV: MEK) (the "Company") is pleased to announce that the company has been advised by its option partner General Gold Resources Inc. (C-GGLD) (General Gold) that the common shares of General Gold has commenced trading on the Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE) effective 01 February 2021 (see General Gold news release dated January 29 2021).

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  • Thunder Bay, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - February 2, 2021) - Metals Creek Resources Corp. (TSXV: MEK) (the "Company") is pleased to announce that the company has been advised by its option partner General Gold Resources Inc. (C-GGLD) (General Gold) that the common shares of General Gold has commenced trading on the Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE) effective 01 February 2021 (see General Gold news release dated January 29 2021).
  • General Gold has entered into an option agreement with Metals Creek whereby General Gold can acquire a 100% of the right, title and interest in and to the Clark's Brook Property in central Newfoundland.
  • In order to maintain the Option Agreement in good standing, General Gold must issue an aggregate of 1,500,000 common shares of General Gold (200,000 received) and make cash payments totaling $225,000 ($50,000 received) over a three year period.
  • Metals Creek also has multiple quality projects available for option in Ontario and Newfoundland which can be viewed on the Company's website.

Orlando Magic and Florida Blue Team Up to 'Block Out Hunger'

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Monday, February 1, 2021
States of the United States, United States, Country subdivisions, Orlando Magic, Alex Martins, Orlando, Florida, Magic: The Gathering, Florida, Magic!

"The Magic are thrilled to once again join our longtime partners Florida Blue in our quest to be world champions off the court," said Orlando Magic CEO Alex Martins.

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  • "The Magic are thrilled to once again join our longtime partners Florida Blue in our quest to be world champions off the court," said Orlando Magic CEO Alex Martins.
  • The Block Out Hunger program with Florida Blue is just one way for us to accomplish this goal."
  • Florida Blue and the Magic will provide an assist to many families in need with "Block Out Hunger."
  • The Magic and Florida Blue have a decade-long community partnership that most recently centered around the former Baskets for Books program.

Seven Shady Grove Fertility (SGF) Physicians Recognized as 2021 Top Doctors for Infertility by Northern Virginia Magazine

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Friday, January 29, 2021
Regions of the United States, Geography of the United States, Country subdivisions, Northern Virginia, Washington metropolitan area, Virginia

In honor of the recognition, Northern Virginia Magazine asked Dr. Widra for a favorite patient story.

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  • In honor of the recognition, Northern Virginia Magazine asked Dr. Widra for a favorite patient story.
  • Through my career, I have had so many 'favorite' cases, that I can't choose one.
  • I have had cases where a woman donated eggs to her sister to start her own family after years of struggle.
  • SGF proudly serves diverse communities throughout Northern Virginia at the following seven locations: