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National Heritage Academies Graduates Raise the Bar, Thrive in Classroom and Beyond

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Thursday, July 6, 2023

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- National Heritage Academies is proud to celebrate the achievements of its 2023 graduates as they embark on the next chapter in their educational journey: college.

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  • GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- National Heritage Academies is proud to celebrate the achievements of its 2023 graduates as they embark on the next chapter in their educational journey: college.
  • They use these character-based principles as a guide to tackle challenges before them and thrive academically and socially.
  • "I said yes to things that I normally wouldn't," said Ali, who will attend the University of Michigan.
  • Moorehead, one of Westfield Prep's most recent graduates, isn't planning on getting rid of that character trait any time soon.

Minerva Consulting Receives Four Telly Awards for Exceptional Video Storytelling

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023

DALLAS, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Minerva Consulting, a boutique, full-service communications firm announced today they received four Telly Awards for work on behalf of their clients. The Institute for Higher Education Policy "Higher Ed is How" video series received a Silver and Bronze Telly, the Paul Quinn "Basketball Court" video was also awarded a Silver Telly and Hunt Energy's "A Global Commitment to Sustainability" video was named a Bronze Telly winner. The Telly Awards is a prestigious award annually showcasing the best work created within television and across video, for all screens.

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  • The Institute for Higher Education Policy "Higher Ed is How" video series received a Silver and Bronze Telly, the Paul Quinn "Basketball Court" video was also awarded a Silver Telly and Hunt Energy's "A Global Commitment to Sustainability" video was named a Bronze Telly winner.
  • The Telly Awards is a prestigious award annually showcasing the best work created within television and across video, for all screens.
  • Minerva Consulting, a full-service communications firm received four Telly Awards for work on behalf of their clients.
  • "We are thrilled to receive this honor from the Telly Awards and for our work to be recognized alongside such distinguished companies," said Ashley Elsey, president and CEO of Minerva Consulting.

10X-NBA ALL-STAR JAMES HARDEN NOMINATED FOR 2022-23 BOB LANIER COMMUNITY ASSIST AWARD

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023

HOUSTON, May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 10x-NBA All-Star, basketball legend, entrepreneur, and philanthropist James Harden has received a nomination for the 2022-23 Bob Lanier Community Assist Award—as presented by NBA Cares. This marks his first nomination for the prestigious annual honor, and it follows in the wake of a series of successful community initiatives spearheaded by his Impact13 Foundation over the past 12 months. He stands out as one of ten candidates up for the award. Fan voting just went live and will be available until Sunday May 21 at 11:59pm ET via Jebbit.

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  • HOUSTON, May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 10x-NBA All-Star, basketball legend, entrepreneur, and philanthropist James Harden has received a nomination for the 2022-23 Bob Lanier Community Assist Award—as presented by NBA Cares.
  • Fan voting just went live and will be available until Sunday May 21 at 11:59pm ET via Jebbit .
  • Impact13's work includes the recently launched educational campaign, The Financial Literacy Tour, in partnership with financial expert Jordan Awoye of Awoye Capital.
  • The Bob Lanier Community Assist Award recognizes an NBA player's commitment to improving and uplifting his respective community.

10X-NBA ALL-STAR JAMES HARDEN'S IMPACT13 FOUNDATION TEAMS UP WITH BARBANCOURT FONDATION TO INTRODUCE A NEW PLAYGROUND IN PORT-AU-PRINCE, HAITI

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023

HOUSTON, March 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This past weekend, 10x-NBA All-Star, basketball legend, entrepreneur, and philanthropist James Harden's Impact13 Foundation teamed up with The Barbancourt Fondation to open a brand-new playground in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.

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  • HOUSTON, March 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This past weekend, 10x-NBA All-Star, basketball legend, entrepreneur, and philanthropist James Harden's Impact13 Foundation teamed up with The Barbancourt Fondation to open a brand-new playground in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.
  • Impact13 and the Barbancourt Fondation introduced the new park with a community event on Saturday attended by 416 children from the neighborhood as well as media and friends.
  • Regarding the opening, President of Fondation Barbancourt Delphine Gardère commented, "We are so excited to create this space in the community.
  • Impact13's Pilar Donnelly added, "James and Impact13 have an incredible collaborative partnership with the Barbancourt Fondation.

This Week in Sports News: 12 Stories You Need to See

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Friday, March 3, 2023

NEW YORK, March 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists covering the sports industry stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a roundup of stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

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  • The event included a thoughtful press conference followed by the unveiling of the revitalized Cuney Home's Basketball Court.
  • These are just a few of the recent press releases that consumers and the media should know about.
  • To be notified of releases relevant to their coverage area, journalists can set up a custom newsfeed with PR Newswire for Journalists .
  • Subject Matter Experts: Access ProfNet , a database of industry experts to connect with as sources or for quotes in your articles.

10X-NBA ALL-STAR JAMES HARDEN'S IMPACT13 FOUNDATION PARTNERS WITH HOUSTON HOUSING AUTHORITY TO REVITALIZE & REOPEN CUNEY HOMES BASKETBALL COURT

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Thursday, March 2, 2023

HOUSTON, March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Monday February 27th, 10x-NBA All-Star, basketball legend, entrepreneur, and philanthropist James Harden's Impact13 Foundation just joined forces with the Houston Housing Authority to reinvigorate, recharge, and revive Cuney Home's Basketball Court.

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  • HOUSTON, March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Monday February 27th, 10x-NBA All-Star, basketball legend, entrepreneur, and philanthropist James Harden's Impact13 Foundation just joined forces with the Houston Housing Authority to reinvigorate, recharge, and revive Cuney Home's Basketball Court.
  • of Houston Housing Authority), Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, Pilar Donnelly (Impact13), Sakara Ross (SNR Construction), Shareeduh McGee-Tate (George Floyd family), and Henry Agim.
  • The event included a thoughtful press conference followed by the unveiling of the revitalized Cuney Home's Basketball Court.
  • Watching Impact13 and Houston housing Authority unite to better the city of Houston is an inspiration to everyone.

ROOSEVELT ISLAND OPERATING CORPORATION PRESIDENT & CEO SHELTON J. HAYNES ANNOUNCES RENOVATIONS TO THE SPORTSPARK COMPLEX

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Thursday, February 23, 2023

A promotional rate will be announced in advance of the building’s re-opening on a later date.

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  • A promotional rate will be announced in advance of the building’s re-opening on a later date.
  • To qualify, Resident Adults must submit proof of identity/age AND Roosevelt Island residency:
    Proof of identity: State license or photo ID with name matching the proof of residency.
  • Proof of residency: Lease, Rent Bill, or Utility Bill with a Roosevelt Island address and name matching the proof of identity.
  • Teens must sign up for a membership in person and be accompanied by a parent or guardian at time of sign-up.

The H.B.C.U. "Battle of the Bands" Leaves Georgia, but Georgia Doesn't Leave It

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Thursday, February 23, 2023

", born Marc Jakob Lewis, a Globally Published Recording Artist, delivered an astonishing display that electrified a crowd of over 5,000 people at "Halftime" of Alabama State University's Men's Basketball Game.

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  • ", born Marc Jakob Lewis, a Globally Published Recording Artist, delivered an astonishing display that electrified a crowd of over 5,000 people at "Halftime" of Alabama State University's Men's Basketball Game.
  • Performing two of his new singles entitled: "Tik-Tok" and "7 days", Prince Marc Jakob enthralled spectators with an exciting and jovial production that left A.S.U.
  • Receiving an overwhelming and exhilarating response from the crowd, at one-point, mid-performance, the entire A.S.U.
  • ", creatively stormed the Basketball Court with cheerful chants and unique dances of their own, to "P.M.J.

ROOSEVELT ISLAND OPERATING CORPORATION ANNOUNCES RENOVATIONS TO THE SPORTSPARK COMPLEX

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Thursday, February 23, 2023

A promotional rate will be announced in advance of the building’s re-opening on a later date.

Key Points: 
  • A promotional rate will be announced in advance of the building’s re-opening on a later date.
  • To qualify, Resident Adults must submit proof of identity/age AND Roosevelt Island residency:
    Proof of identity: State license or photo ID with name matching the proof of residency.
  • Proof of residency: Lease, Rent Bill, or Utility Bill with a Roosevelt Island address and name matching the proof of identity.
  • Teens must sign up for a membership in person and be accompanied by a parent or guardian at time of sign-up.

ROOSEVELT ISLAND OPERATING CORPORATION ANNOUNCES RENNOVATIONS TO THE SPORTSPARK COMPLEX

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, February 23, 2023

A promotional rate will be announced in advance of the building’s re-opening on a later date.

Key Points: 
  • A promotional rate will be announced in advance of the building’s re-opening on a later date.
  • To qualify, Resident Adults must submit proof of identity/age AND Roosevelt Island residency:
    Proof of identity: State license or photo ID with name matching the proof of residency.
  • Proof of residency: Lease, Rent Bill, or Utility Bill with a Roosevelt Island address and name matching the proof of identity.
  • Teens must sign up for a membership in person and be accompanied by a parent or guardian at time of sign-up.