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Kenilworth Science and Technology School Closes on 7-Acre Parcel Purchase in Baton Rouge, New Campus to Open Next August

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022
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Kenilworth Science and Technology School (KST) and Building Hope today announced the closing of the transaction to purchase a 7-acre parcel of land on 8716 Siegen Lane in Baton Rouge where KST will build a new school campus.

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  • Kenilworth Science and Technology School (KST) and Building Hope today announced the closing of the transaction to purchase a 7-acre parcel of land on 8716 Siegen Lane in Baton Rouge where KST will build a new school campus.
  • The K-8 school will offer a new state-of-the-art facility and expand to include a comprehensive computer science program for all students.
  • Ever since earning a bachelor of science degree in computer science, I have dreamt about creating a computer science-focused school, said Hasan Suzuk, executive director, KST.
  • And since being here at Kenilworth, I have dreamt about making Kenilworth a K8 school since it is a better model to serve our families.

Greenfield Environmental Solutions Group Enhances Board, Adding Two Industry Leaders

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022
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DENVER, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Greenfield Environmental Solutions Group ("Greenfield"), a decommissioning services provider for the energy sector, announced today the appointments of Richard J.

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  • DENVER, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Greenfield Environmental Solutions Group ("Greenfield"), a decommissioning services provider for the energy sector, announced today the appointments of Richard J.
  • "We welcome Dick Alario and Collin O'Mara to Greenfield's Board," said Michael Rigg, Chief Executive Officer of Greenfield.
  • "Mr. Alario joins our Board with an extensive background in oilfield services and Mr. O'Mara brings deep experience in environmental conservation and restoration.
  • Greenfield Environmental Solutions Group is a premier end-to-end provider of energy infrastructure decommissioning services.

Buchholtz Perkin Introduces Managing Director Si Brown

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Monday, March 21, 2022
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NEW ORLEANS, March 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Buchholtz Perkin, an M&A Advisory Firm which launched in 2020 announced today accomplished executive, Si Brown,will join as a Managing Director, Head of Food & Beverage.

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  • NEW ORLEANS, March 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Buchholtz Perkin, an M&A Advisory Firm which launched in 2020 announced today accomplished executive, Si Brown,will join as a Managing Director, Head of Food & Beverage.
  • Throughout his time at Bruce Foods Corporation, Si has worked as a Sales Representative, Director of Sales and Marketing, Corporate Director, Secretary/Treasurer, and ultimately as President and CEO of the Company.
  • "I'm very excited to join Nic, Andy and the team at Buchholtz Perkin as Managing Director.
  • "Si is an incredible addition to the Buchholtz-Perkin team," said Nic Perkin, Co-Founder of Buchholtz Perkin.

Bryan Jones is new office leader for HNTB's Gulf Coast region

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Wednesday, November 10, 2021
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BATON ROUGE, La., Nov. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bryan Jones, a seasoned infrastructure and client service professional, has been named HNTB Corporation's office leader for the Gulf Coast offices.

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  • BATON ROUGE, La., Nov. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bryan Jones, a seasoned infrastructure and client service professional, has been named HNTB Corporation's office leader for the Gulf Coast offices.
  • Most recently, Jones was deputy office leader for the region.
  • He assisted the office leader and leveraged the role to lead and manage department managers and the office management team while representing HNTB in the community and industry.
  • In addition to deputy office leader, Jones also served as operations manager for the offices.

Baron & Budd Shareholder Burton LeBlanc Receives Stalwart Award From Louisiana Association for Justice

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Monday, September 27, 2021
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Baron & Budd Shareholder Burton LeBlanc was honored with the Stalwart Award during the Louisiana Association for Justice (LAJ) Fall Conference.

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  • Baron & Budd Shareholder Burton LeBlanc was honored with the Stalwart Award during the Louisiana Association for Justice (LAJ) Fall Conference.
  • Edwin Dunahoe, the 2020-2021 president of LAJ, said, Louisiana Association for Justice is proud to honor Burton LeBlanc with its 2021 Stalwart Award.
  • Burton LeBlanc served as president of Louisiana Association for Justice and of American Association for Justice and is a national leader in litigation involving some of the countrys most compelling and complex issues.
  • I am humbled and honored to be recognized by Louisiana Association for Justice, said Shareholder Burton LeBlanc .

Dr. Khara’ Jefferson Named Director of Frontier Nursing University’s DNP Program

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Monday, September 20, 2021
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Versailles, Kentucky, Sept. 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Frontier Nursing University announced that Khara Jefferson, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, will be the new Director of the universitys Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program beginning September 26, 2021.

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  • Versailles, Kentucky, Sept. 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Frontier Nursing University announced that Khara Jefferson, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, will be the new Director of the universitys Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program beginning September 26, 2021.
  • Dr. Jefferson replaces Dr. Jane Houston, DNP CNM FACNM, who has served as the DNP Director since 2019.
  • Dr. Jefferson, who is now an assistant professor at Frontier, obtained her DNP from FNU in early 2017 and began teaching quality improvement methodology in FNUs DNP Program shortly thereafter.
  • I am very excited to embark on my new role as the DNP Program Director, Dr. Jefferson said.

Caesars Sportsbook Named Official Sportsbook Partner Of LSU Athletics

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Friday, September 17, 2021
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and LAS VEGAS, Sept. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --For the first time ever, a perennial powerhouse in college athletics is naming an official sportsbook partner.

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  • and LAS VEGAS, Sept. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --For the first time ever, a perennial powerhouse in college athletics is naming an official sportsbook partner.
  • LSU Athletics and Caesars Entertainment Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) announced today a multi-year partnership to make Caesars Sportsbook the exclusive gaming and sportsbook partner of the Louisiana State University athletics department.
  • "LSU Athletics programs have always exemplified excellence, and at Caesars, we couldn't be happier to partner with such an iconic brand in college athletics," said Chris Holdren,Co-President of Caesars Digital.
  • Caesars Sportsbook, the best-in-class sportsbook offering, will receive a multitude of marketing and sponsorship assets from LSU Athletics.

EnLink Midstream Donates Propane to Louisianans Impacted by Hurricane Ida

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Tuesday, September 14, 2021
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DALLAS, Sept. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- EnLink Midstream, LLC (NYSE: ENLC) (EnLink) today announced that it donated 50,000 gallons of propane to support residents of Southeast Louisiana experiencing extended power outages as a result of Hurricane Ida.

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  • DALLAS, Sept. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- EnLink Midstream, LLC (NYSE: ENLC) (EnLink) today announced that it donated 50,000 gallons of propane to support residents of Southeast Louisiana experiencing extended power outages as a result of Hurricane Ida.
  • "EnLink has a 60-plus-year history in the state of Louisiana, which has seen severe devastation in the wake of Hurricane Ida," EnLink Chairman and CEO Barry E. Davis said.
  • O'Nealgas, which was founded in Louisiana, initially reached out to EnLink about obtaining a donation of propane to help residents.
  • EnLink Midstream reliably operates a differentiated midstream platform that is built for long-term, sustainable value creation.

CMA Foundation and NAfME Announce Three 2021 State Advocacy Award Grant Winners

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Thursday, September 9, 2021

RESTON, Va., Sept. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --In collaboration with the Country Music Association (CMA) Foundation, the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) announces the 2021 recipients of the State Music Education Association Advocacy Grant Awards .

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  • RESTON, Va., Sept. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --In collaboration with the Country Music Association (CMA) Foundation, the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) announces the 2021 recipients of the State Music Education Association Advocacy Grant Awards .
  • These grants support the work of NAfME federated music education associations (MEAs) by augmenting existing advocacy initiatives and creating new advocacy opportunities.
  • "For a fourth straight year, the CMA Foundation is partnering with NAfME to support the work of our state MEAs with the goal of augmenting existing advocacy initiatives and creating new advocacy opportunities," shared Dr. Mackie V. Spradley, NAfME President and Board Chair.
  • "Congratulations to Georgia MEA, Louisiana MEA, and Virginia MEA on being selected as the 2021 CMA State Music Education Association Advocacy Grant award winners.

Home Bancorp Appoints Ballard To Board Of Directors

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Tuesday, August 24, 2021
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(the "Bank"), the Company's wholly-owned subsidiary ( www.home24bank.com ), announced that J. Scott Ballard has been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective September 1, 2021.

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  • (the "Bank"), the Company's wholly-owned subsidiary ( www.home24bank.com ), announced that J. Scott Ballard has been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective September 1, 2021.
  • "We are pleased to add Scott to our Board of Directors," said John W. Bordelon, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company and Bank.
  • J. Scott Ballard is founder, CEO and owner of Ballard Hospitality, LLC and owner of Ballard Brands, LLC with his two brothers, a fast-casual dining leader based in Covington, Louisiana.
  • He has held leadership roles in several professional and community organizations, including: Chairman of the Board for the LSU board of Supervisors, board member of, St. Tammany Hospital Foundation Board, the Louisiana Board of Regents and the Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance Commission.