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The Great Fumble: Asurion Reveals America's Clumsiest Cities

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- We've all been there – that heart-stopping moment when your phone crashes screen-first on the concrete, or when an errant coffee spill heads straight for your laptop. In fact, the average person experiences 140 moments of "phone peril" every year.

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  • That's what tech care company Asurion ® and tech repair retailer uBreakiFix® by Asurion sought to discover.
  • They looked at metropolitan areas ranked highest for per-capita Asurion protection plan phone breakage claims and device repairs at its network of uBreakiFix by Asurion stores.
  • A year's worth of data was gathered, evaluated and analyzed to determine the "Clumsiest Cities in America."
  • Over half of the Clumsiest Cities are in the South, with New Orleans – aptly nicknamed "The City That Care Forgot" – taking the crown as the Clumsiest City in America for the second time.

FUTURE PUBLISHING APPOINTS JON STEINBERG AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023
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NEW YORK, Feb. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Future Publishing, the global platform for specialist media, today announced the appointment of Jon Steinberg as Chief Executive Officer following a thorough search process.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Future Publishing , the global platform for specialist media, today announced the appointment of Jon Steinberg as Chief Executive Officer following a thorough search process.
  • Jon is an experienced media executive, with a strong track record of innovation, scaling media groups, and creating value.
  • Prior to Cheddar, he was the Chief Executive Officer of DailyMail.com North America, having joined from BuzzFeed where he was President & Chief Operating Officer.
  • Jon Steinberg said: "I am delighted to be joining Future.

Frederick Community Leaders Chosen for Leadership Maryland Class of 2023

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023
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FREDERICK, Md., Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Leadership Maryland announced today that Jodie Bollinger, Mary Ford-Naill, and Ashley Waters of Frederick have been chosen to participate in the statewide professional development program as a member of the Class of 2023.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Leadership Maryland announced today that Jodie Bollinger, Mary Ford-Naill, and Ashley Waters of Frederick have been chosen to participate in the statewide professional development program as a member of the Class of 2023.
  • The selected trio has significant experience in leadership roles within the Frederick community.
  • She has also been involved in numerous community initiatives including serving on local boards including the Frederick Innovative Technology Center Inc. and the Downtown Frederick Partnership.
  • "We are excited to announce our next class and welcome these accomplished and motivated individuals to Leadership Maryland," said David Fike '16 (LM) president and CEO, Leadership Maryland.

Asian Supermarket expands to new location on the Golden Mile in Frederick

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Monday, December 5, 2022
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FREDERICK, Md., Dec. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Established in 2003, the Asian SuperMarket has recently expanded to a new location at Willowtree Plaza, Frederick, off the Golden Mile and is now open for business.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., Dec. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Established in 2003, the Asian SuperMarket has recently expanded to a new location at Willowtree Plaza, Frederick, off the Golden Mile and is now open for business.
  • "Our goal with this expansion is to continue to provide Frederick and our community members the true family Asian market experience within our new bigger and refined space!
  • She added, "the love we have received from the community in Frederick is what motivates us to continue to invest in Frederick.
  • The public is invited to join the celebration at this new Golden Mile location.

VA Top Docs Awards Dr. Mary Lydon Guye As A Top Doc For 2022

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022
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SCOTCH PLAINS, N.J., Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- VA Top Docs has reviewed and approved Mary L. Guye, M.D. of Sentara Surgery Specialists for 2022.

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  • Dr. Mary Lydon Guye of Sentara Surgery Specialists has been reviewed and approved by VA Top Docs for 2022.
  • SCOTCH PLAINS, N.J., Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- VA Top Docs has reviewed and approved Mary L. Guye, M.D.
  • Dr. Guye is a board-certified Surgical Oncologist at Sentara Surgery Specialists in Newport News, Virginia.
  • VA Top Docs is a division of USA Top Docs which allows patients to meet providers online before making their appointment.

BMO Centre expansion marks massive steel structure completion

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Thursday, November 3, 2022
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CALGARY, Alberta, Nov. 03, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Calgary Municipal Land Corporation (CMLC) and the Calgary Stampede are pleased to share that the steel structure for the BMO Centre expansion will be completed this week, as the final 90 ft. piece of steel is set into place.

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  • CALGARY, Alberta, Nov. 03, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Calgary Municipal Land Corporation (CMLC) and the Calgary Stampede are pleased to share that the steel structure for the BMO Centre expansion will be completed this week, as the final 90 ft. piece of steel is set into place.
  • In just 11 short months, crews have installed 9,000 metric tonnes of steel to form the structure of the BMO Centres 565,000 sq.
  • The steel that comprises the massive structure was fabricated in seven steel shops across Alberta, Ontario and Saskatchewan.
  • The BMO Centre expansion will officially open in June 2024.

City of Calgary Simplifies Asset Management with Infor

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Thursday, August 18, 2022
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NEW YORK, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Infor, the industry cloud company, announced today the successful upgrade of Infor Public Sector (IPS) asset and work management software at The City of Calgary, based in Alberta, Canada, has successfully upgraded to the latest iteration. This upgrade will allow The City of Calgary, Mobility business unit, to capitalize on newer functionalities, including mobile applications, GIS data integration, overhauled user interface and enhanced performance. The upgrade was implemented by Infor's Consulting Services (ICS) and will assist The City of Calgary to mitigate risk on its critical assets, leading to improved outcomes for the citizens of Calgary.

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  • NEW YORK, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Infor , the industry cloud company, announced today the successful upgrade of Infor Public Sector (IPS) asset and work management software at The City of Calgary, based in Alberta, Canada, has successfully upgraded to the latest iteration.
  • The upgrade was implemented by Infor's Consulting Services (ICS) and will assist The City of Calgary to mitigate risk on its critical assets, leading to improved outcomes for the citizens of Calgary.
  • Working alongside Infor ICS, which provides organizations with a clear, simple path for upgrading or migrating an existing Infor solution, The City of Calgary gained a completely new version of their Infor solutions - which provides the public sector-specific functionality needed to ensure efficient business operations.
  • With this software, The City of Calgary can potentially make faster, better-informed decisions related to asset tracking and valuation, work management, preventive maintenance scheduling, work order management, and advanced asset analysis.

Silver Dollar City's An Old Time Christmas IS America's Best Theme Park Holiday Event

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Friday, December 17, 2021
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The title is viewed as an impressive win on its own --- yet, unparalleled is Silver Dollar City's five-time streak of winning this prestigious award. "We thank our friends from around the nation who cast their votes for Silver Dollar City's Christmas Festival.  Those who voted are responsible for launching "The City" to the top of America's holiday must-see list," said Brad Thomas, President of Silver Dollar City, who gives credit to the employees – or "citizens" - of The City.

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  • BRANSON, Mo., Dec. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Just released, the #1 Best Theme Park Holiday Event in America IS Silver Dollar City's An Old Time Christmas.
  • The title is viewed as an impressive win on its own --- yet, unparalleled is Silver Dollar City's five-time streak of winning this prestigious award.
  • "We thank our friends from around the nation who cast their votes for Silver Dollar City's Christmas Festival.
  • For more Information: 800-831-4FUN(386) or www.silverdollarcity.com
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The City of Lakeland, Florida Expands Deployment of Revvo's Smart Tire Technology to All Solid Waste Fleet Vehicles

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Thursday, September 30, 2021
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Tire management at The City of Lakeland is handled internally by the Fleet Management team with a single dedicated tire technician for heavy duty vehicle tires.

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  • Tire management at The City of Lakeland is handled internally by the Fleet Management team with a single dedicated tire technician for heavy duty vehicle tires.
  • The Fleet Management team led by Lakeland's Fleet Manager, Gary McLean, is responsible for ensuring the safe operation of it's fleet including over 40 Solid Waste trucks under management.
  • Fleet Management oversees the acquisition, maintenance, fueling, and disposal of the city's vehicle and equipment fleet, totaling over 1,300 units.
  • To learn more about Revvo's tire management solution for fleets, please visit: https://www.revvo.ai
    To learn more about the Lakeland's Fleet Management, please visit: https://www.lakelandgov.net/departments/public-works/fleet/

AstraZeneca Healthcare Foundation Awards Seven US Nonprofits More Than $900k to Improve Heart Health and Advance Health Equity

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Wednesday, September 29, 2021
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The awardee programs are working to advance health equity by increasing participant health screenings; cardiovascular disease prevention and management; nutrition education; access to healthcare and behavioral health services; physical activity and health coaching through health clinics, coalitions and more.

Key Points: 
  • The awardee programs are working to advance health equity by increasing participant health screenings; cardiovascular disease prevention and management; nutrition education; access to healthcare and behavioral health services; physical activity and health coaching through health clinics, coalitions and more.
  • The Wellness Coalition in Montgomery, Ala.; $150,000: HeartLink Improving Cardiovascular Health in the Alabama River Region works to improve the cardiovascular health and health behaviors of uninsured and underinsured adults in Alabamas River Region.
  • The AstraZeneca HealthCare Foundation works to address health disparities in the US through strategic grant-giving and capacity building support for nonprofit organizations.
  • Established in 1993 as a nonprofit charitable organization, the Foundation is a separate legal entity from AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals with distinct legal restrictions.