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The Chickasaw Nation Makes Anchor Investment in Private Capital Investment Firm Good Springs Capital

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
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ADA, Okla., July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chickasaw Nation today announced that it has made an anchor investment in a newly formed private investment firm, Good Springs Capital, which will focus on investing in profitable founder and entrepreneur-led companies with high potential for continued growth.

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  • ADA, Okla., July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chickasaw Nation today announced that it has made an anchor investment in a newly formed private investment firm, Good Springs Capital, which will focus on investing in profitable founder and entrepreneur-led companies with high potential for continued growth.
  • Good Springs Capital is led by Managing Partners David Van Geyzel and Udi Toledano, the former President & CEO and Chairman, respectively, of Alleghany Capital.
  • Alleghany Capital was the private investment arm of Alleghany Corporation before Berkshire Hathaway acquired that company in October 2022.
  • At Alleghany Capital, the team that will lead Good Springs Capital developed a diversified portfolio of businesses in the industrial, services, and consumer sectors.

Saratoga Casino Holdings, The Chickasaw Nation & Legends Join Thor Equities’ Bid for Coney Island Casino, Hotel & Entertainment Venue

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Tuesday, November 22, 2022
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New York, NY, Nov. 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saratoga Casino Holdings, The Chickasaw Nation, and Legends are joining Thor Equities bid for a comprehensive casino, hotel, and entertainment proposal for Coney Island that will transform the area.

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  • New York, NY, Nov. 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saratoga Casino Holdings, The Chickasaw Nation, and Legends are joining Thor Equities bid for a comprehensive casino, hotel, and entertainment proposal for Coney Island that will transform the area.
  • We are thrilled to be partnering with Thor Equities Group, LLC and Global Gaming Solutions, LLC, two world class organizations, to bring a community friendly gaming and entertainment venue to Coney Island.
  • The combined mastery of Saratoga Casino Holdings and The Chickasaw Nation will provide Coney Island with expertise in gaming, coupled with a deep understanding of the importance of meeting local community needs.
  • Legends is proud to work with Thor Equities and our gaming partners Saratoga Casino and The Chickasaw Nation to provide ouroperationaland experiential expertise to bring the preeminent resort casino in New York to Coney Island, said Bill Rhoda, President, Legends Global Planning.

Chickasaw Nation breaks ground on destination development OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark in OKC

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Wednesday, November 9, 2022
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OKLAHOMA CITY, Nov. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby, along with tribal, state and Oklahoma City leaders, participated in the official groundbreaking ceremony for OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark.

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  • OKLAHOMA CITY, Nov. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby, along with tribal, state and Oklahoma City leaders, participated in the official groundbreaking ceremony for OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark.
  • Construction begins on $400 million OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark destination development in Oklahoma City.
  • "We expect the OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark tobe a significant economic driver of job growth and opportunities for everyone in this region," Gov.
  • The first phase of the project will develop about 40 of the 140 acres at the site held by OKANA MDE, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Chickasaw Nation.

Sixth Annual Tennessee STEAM Festival Brings Science to Life

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Friday, October 7, 2022
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Science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) will come to life at events and activities across the state during the 6th annual Tennessee STEAM Festival, taking place Oct. 14-23.

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  • Science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) will come to life at events and activities across the state during the 6th annual Tennessee STEAM Festival, taking place Oct. 14-23.
  • The Festivals popular STEAM-a-Palooza returns this year on Saturday, Oct. 15, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Discovery Center.
  • The Discovery Center at Murfree Spring is a hands-on, environmental, cultural and educational museum located in the heart of Middle Tennessee.
  • More than 120,000 children and families visit annually, exploring exhibits and participating in programs that promote STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts & math) education.

Discovery Park of America to Host 2023 Northwest Tennessee Native American Education Pow Wow

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Friday, June 17, 2022
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Discovery Park of America in Northwest Tennessee will be the location of a three-day Native American Pow Wow to be held Oct. 27 29, 2023.

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  • Discovery Park of America in Northwest Tennessee will be the location of a three-day Native American Pow Wow to be held Oct. 27 29, 2023.
  • Every time I have visited Discovery Parks beautifully landscaped, 50-acre heritage park and toured their Native Americans gallery, Ive dreamed about having a pow wow there, said Kim Bugg.
  • Discovery Parks Native Americans Gallery takes guests from the ancient past through European contact and up to today.
  • The 2023 Northwest Tennessee Native American Education Pow Wow will include competitions and displays of Indigenous storytelling, drumming, singing and competition dancing.

Firefly Autism Appoints Dr. Amanda Kelly As New CEO and Executive Director

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Tuesday, January 25, 2022
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LAKEWOOD, Colo., Jan. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Firefly Autism announces that Amanda Kelly, Ph.D., BCBA-D, has been appointed new CEO and Executive Director of the nonprofit organization.

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  • LAKEWOOD, Colo., Jan. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Firefly Autism announces that Amanda Kelly, Ph.D., BCBA-D, has been appointed new CEO and Executive Director of the nonprofit organization.
  • She has been with Firefly Autism for over nine extraordinary years, actively aiding individuals on the spectrum, from toddlers to adults.
  • Dr. Kelly's selfless work earned her current position, leading Firefly Autism as it continues to expand its services beyond Colorado.
  • Firefly Autism not only continues to support the Colorado community with an array of services but also focuses on changing the narrative of what autism is and what autism isn't.

$124 Million Development Plan Will Transform Ardmore Industrial Airpark into International, Multimodal Logistics Hub

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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Under a $124 million development plan announced today, a significant portion of the Ardmore Industrial Airpark will become an international, state-of-the-art multimodal logistics facility.

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  • Under a $124 million development plan announced today, a significant portion of the Ardmore Industrial Airpark will become an international, state-of-the-art multimodal logistics facility.
  • The development plan includes roughly $99 million for infrastructure improvements and $26 million for additional warehouse, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.
  • The development plan for the industrial park is to be powered by solar energy, including charging stations for electric vehicles.
  • This public-private partnership has formed for the purpose of developing the Ardmore Industrial Airpark into an international, multimodal cargo hub.