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Lungs at Work Announces New CEO

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

MCMURRAY, Pa., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lungs at Work is proud to announce James (Jim) E. Wood Jr. as Chief Executive Officer.

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  • MCMURRAY, Pa., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lungs at Work is proud to announce James (Jim) E. Wood Jr. as Chief Executive Officer.
  • "As the founder of Lungs at Work, Lynda has been the heart and soul of the organization.
  • Her vision and work ethic have built one of the most successful Black Lung Clinics in the United States.
  • As a registered respiratory therapist, Jim brings more than 23 years of clinical and leadership experience to Lungs at Work.

Equitrans Midstream Announces Third Quarter 2023 Results

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

Following PHMSA's approval of ETRN's subsequent injection plan, on October 5, 2023, ETRN resumed injections at the storage field.

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  • Following PHMSA's approval of ETRN's subsequent injection plan, on October 5, 2023, ETRN resumed injections at the storage field.
  • For the full-year 2023, ETRN estimates that it will incur approximately $10 million of expenses related to post-incident response activities.
  • ETRN expects to invest a total of approximately $160 million in the project, including approximately $60 million in 2023.
  • ETRN will host a conference call with security analysts today, October 31, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. (ET) to discuss third quarter 2023 financial results, operating results, and other business matters.

Spooktacular Halloween Event at Highlands Sports Complex Benefits United Way

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

TRIADELPHIA, W.Va., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Highlands Sports Complex hosted its third annual Spooktacular Halloween event on October 26. The event was a huge success, with almost 20 vendors, games, and large inflatables. Over 120 people attended the event, and $1500 was raised for the United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley.

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  • TRIADELPHIA, W.Va., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Highlands Sports Complex hosted its third annual Spooktacular Halloween event on October 26.
  • Over 120 people attended the event, and $1500 was raised for the United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley.
  • The Highlands Sports Complex is proud to have hosted another successful Spooktacular Halloween event.
  • With the help of the United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley, the event benefited the local community and provided a fun and safe environment for families to enjoy.

5th Annual Mutt Madness Event at Equip Exposition Back by Popular Demand

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- No one gets you outside faster than your dog, and the TurfMutt Foundation's message of getting outside and caring for green spaces will be on full display at Equip Exposition, the international landscape, outdoor living and equipment exposition. Thousands of landscape contractors, dealers, manufacturers and suppliers will meet up at the show, October 17-20, 2023, which features three, fun-filled, TurfMutt Foundation events. 

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  • Alisa Gray, President and CEO of the KHS, added that the impact of the partnership with TurfMutt reaches beyond the Mutt Madness event itself.
  • We're excited to see the matches that are made at this year's Mutt Madness."
  • Mulligan's Mutt Madness is only available to attendees of Equip Expo and is not open to the public.
  • For more information visit equipexposition.com , contact the Equip Exposition office at [email protected] or call 502-536-7050.

Trimlite Acquires Francis-Schulze Company

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Friday, September 22, 2023

Trimlite Equity, L.P. (“Trimlite” or the “Company”), a Wynnchurch Capital portfolio company, announced that it has acquired Francis-Schulze Company (“F-S” or “Francis-Schulze”).

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  • Trimlite Equity, L.P. (“Trimlite” or the “Company”), a Wynnchurch Capital portfolio company, announced that it has acquired Francis-Schulze Company (“F-S” or “Francis-Schulze”).
  • Members of the Francis and Schulze families will continue as shareholders in Trimlite.
  • “As we started to plan for the next chapter for Francis-Schulze, we felt that Trimlite was the best fit for our people, our customers, and our suppliers,” said Ken Francis, President of the Francis-Schulze division of Trimlite.
  • Francis-Schulze is the second acquisition by Trimlite since Wynnchurch Capital acquired Trimlite.

Electronic Transaction Consultants Goes Live with its Ohio River Bridges Toll Services

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

ORB's toll system supports economic development, propelled by safer and more efficient travel throughout the area.

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  • ORB's toll system supports economic development, propelled by safer and more efficient travel throughout the area.
  • TORONTO, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Quarterhill Inc. ("Quarterhill" or the "Company") (TSX: QTRH) (OTCQX: QTRHF), a leading provider of tolling and enforcement solutions in the Intelligent Transportation System ("ITS") industry, announces that the transfer of the Louisville-Southern Indiana Ohio River Bridges – RiverLink Project' ("RiverLink") back-office toll operations to the Company's wholly-owned subsidiary, Electronic Transaction Consultants ("ETC"), is now complete.
  • ETC assumed management of RiverLink's customer service centers and back-office system on September 1, 2023.
  • The RiverLink toll system, operated by the Kentucky-Indiana Joint Board, consists of three bridges that span the Ohio River, connecting Louisville, Kentucky, and Southern Indiana.

HGTV URBAN OASIS 2023 UNVEILED IN LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HGTV, a member of the Warner Bros. Discovery family of brands, today opened the doors to the HGTV Urban Oasis® 2023, a newly built, fully furnished home located in Louisville, Kentucky. The winner of the sweepstakes will receive the keys to the home, which includes all of the furnishings, an all-new 2023 Mercedes-Benz® GLC SUV, and $50,000 from Viva® along with a 5-year supply of the softest, most durable paper towels, a prize package valued at over $850,000.

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  • Discovery family of brands, today opened the doors to the HGTV Urban Oasis® 2023, a newly built, fully furnished home located in Louisville, Kentucky.
  • The official entry period of the HGTV Urban Oasis 2023 is 9 a.m.
  • Viewers can tune-in to the one-hour special HGTV Urban Oasis 2023 on Friday, October 6, 2023 at 7 p.m.
  • Sponsors of the HGTV Urban Oasis 2023 include ADT LLC, Kohler Co., LL Flooring, Mercedes-Benz USA, Reckitt, VELUX® No Leak Skylights, Viva® and Wayfair®.

What's the Buzz? Plans for 40th Anniversary Equip Exposition Already Exciting Attendees & Exhibitors

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Equip Exposition, the blockbuster, award-nominated trade show for the international landscape, outdoor living and outdoor power equipment industry is fast approaching, and excitement for the show is building. Equip Expo will be held October 17 to 20 at the Kentucky Exposition Center.

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  • Equip Expo will be held October 17 to 20 at the Kentucky Exposition Center.
  • This shows the relevance and importance of Expo," says Kris Kiser, President & CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), which owns Equip Exposition.
  • Every year, Equip Exposition invests in and commits to making the user experience unique in response to the industry's needs, demands and market changes.
  • For more information visit equipexposition.com, contact the Equip Exposition office at [email protected] or call 502-536-7050.

First Time at Equip Exposition? Fourteen Strategies to Conquer 40th Anniversary Trade Show

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Monday, August 21, 2023

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- How does a first-time landscape contractor, equipment dealer, or exhibitor find their bearings at Equip Exposition, the blockbuster, award-nominated massive trade show that drew more than 25,000 people last year to Louisville?

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  • "Planning," says Kris Kiser, President & CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), which owns Equip Exposition.
  • Being held October 17-20 at the Kentucky Exposition Center, Equip Exposition is the international landscape, outdoor living and equipment exposition.
  • You'll see new equipment, talk to manufacturers face-to-face, meet peers to exchange best practices, and see the industry's influencers."
  • Some hotels are along the trade show's complimentary shuttle route that will get you to and from the show quickly.

AECOM selected as Lead Designer for Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project

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Friday, August 4, 2023

AECOM (NYSE: ACM), the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, announced today it has been selected as Lead Designer for the landmark Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project, led by the Walsh-Kokosing joint venture.

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  • AECOM (NYSE: ACM), the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, announced today it has been selected as Lead Designer for the landmark Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project, led by the Walsh-Kokosing joint venture.
  • The project calls for renovation and rehabilitation of the Brent Spence Bridge, which serves as a major gateway for travelers along Interstates 71 and 75 between Ohio and Kentucky, as well as construction of a new companion bridge to reduce congestion.
  • The project is expected to improve traffic flow and safety, and maintain key regional and national transportation corridors.
  • AECOM will directly perform design and provide project supervision services to lead a team of subcontractors that includes Jacobs Solutions and other engineering firms.