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35TH ANNIVERSARY BROADCAST OF AN AMERICAN TRADITION: PBS' NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT LIVE FROM THE U.S. CAPITOL

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Monday, May 6, 2024
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WASHINGTON, May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- America's national night of remembrance, PBS' NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT, returns live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol for a special 35th anniversary broadcast. A tradition unlike anything else on television, the 90-minute broadcast honors the service of our men and women in uniform, military families and all those who have given their lives for our country through a unique blend of dramatic storytelling and uplifting music. Hosted by Tony Award-winner Joe Mantegna and Emmy Award-winner Gary Sinise, both steadfast champions of veterans' causes and active service members, the NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT will air on PBS and stream nationwide on www.pbs.org/national-memorial-day-concert and YouTube on Sunday, May 26, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. E.T.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- America's national night of remembrance, PBS' NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT, returns live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol for a special 35th anniversary broadcast.
  • The NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT will air on PBS and stream on YouTube on Sunday, May 26, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. E.T.
  • The NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT airs on PBS Sunday, May 26, 2024, from 8:00 to 9:30 p.m.
  • The NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT is pleased to welcome back Lockheed Martin as lead corporate sponsor.

Revolver from Battle of Little Bighorn Up for Auction

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024
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BEDFORD, Texas, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rock Island Auction Company (RIAC) will offer two revolvers with close ties to famous 7th Cavalry leader Lt. Col. George Armstrong Custer at its May Premier Auction, scheduled for Friday, May 17 through Sunday, May 19 in Bedford, TX. The impressive selection will include a Colt Single Action Army revolver carried during the Battle of Little Bighorn by survivor Capt. Myles Moylan, as well as a historic Calderwood & Son pinfire revolver that personally belonged to Custer and came directly from the Custer family. These are two highlights among the approximately 2,100 lots of the three day event.

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  • The impressive selection will include a Colt Single Action Army revolver carried during the Battle of Little Bighorn by survivor Capt.
  • "The Battle of the Little Bighorn marked one of the most defining moments in American history," says Kevin Hogan, President of Rock Island Auction Company.
  • Myles Moylan fought in the Battle of Little Bighorn, serving under Maj. Marcus Reno and not Custer.
  • Rock Island Auction Company will host the first premier auction of 2024 at its state-of-the-art facility at 3600 E Harwood Rd, Bedford, TX 76021.

The Boys and Girls Club of Frederick County 2024 Battle of the Bands is a Smashing Success

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024
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FREDERICK, Md., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County (BGCFC) 2024 Battle of the Bands was a smashing success, raising $17,886.00 to help support upcoming BGCFC summer programs and the ongoing critical work of this important local organization. The Battle was held on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at the Carroll Creek Amphitheater in historic Downtown Frederick, MD and was presented by the Goddess Group of Everything, Frederick & Maurer Realty, and M&T Bank along with other sponsors and supporters; and was produced by Benefactor Events.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County (BGCFC) 2024 Battle of the Bands was a smashing success, raising $17,886.00 to help support upcoming BGCFC summer programs and the ongoing critical work of this important local organization.
  • "Our ability to serve the youth of Frederick County hinges on events like the Battle of the Bands, as well as the support of local organizations, business, and community members..." - Timika Thrasher, CEO, Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County
    Timika Thrasher, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County, said, "Although we are affiliated with the National Boys & Girls Clubs of America, we operate as our own 501c3 entity.
  • The Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County 2024 Battle of the Bands also featured the following acts: Shadow Apparatus, The "V", and Red Bullet.
  • Attendees were treated to an opening set by the band Turbulence from the Frederick Let There be Rock School AND a closing set by Cimonti, winner of the 2023 BGCFC Battle of the Bands.

IMPERILED BY DEVELOPMENT, WILDERNESS BATTLEFIELD NAMED ONE OF NATION'S 11 MOST ENDANGERED HISTORIC PLACES

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024
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ORANGE COUNTY, Va., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wilderness Battlefield, site of a pivotal clash that marked a turning point in the Civil War, was named one of the nation's 11 Most Endangered Historic Places due to the threat of a massive data center development that would irrevocably destroy the historic landscapes fundamental to maintaining the area as a vital educational resource and treasured hallowed ground. 

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  • Wilderness Battlefield anchors Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania Battlefields National Military Park in Orange County, Va., welcoming 500,000 heritage tourists and outdoor recreation enthusiasts a year to its forested trails.
  • Partners in the Wilderness Battlefield Coalition include the American Battlefield Trust , Central Virginia Battlefields Trust , Cedar Mountain Battlefield Foundation , Coalition to Protect America's National Parks , Friends of Wilderness Battlefield , Historic Germanna , Journey Through Hallowed Ground , National Parks Conservation Association , National Trust for Historic Preservation , Piedmont Environmental Council and Preservation Virginia .
  • This is the second time the Wilderness Battlefield has been named to the 11 Most Endangered List.
  • Since 1988, the National Trust for Historic Preservation has produced its list of 11 places in grave danger of destruction or irreparable harm.

America's 11 Most Endangered Historic Places--2024 List Unveiled

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024
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WASHINGTON, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Trust for Historic Preservation today unveiled its 2024 list of America's 11 Most Endangered Historic Places , an annual ranking that spotlights significant sites of American history that are at risk of destruction or irreparable damage.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Trust for Historic Preservation today unveiled its 2024 list of America's 11 Most Endangered Historic Places , an annual ranking that spotlights significant sites of American history that are at risk of destruction or irreparable damage.
  • "This year's 11 Most Endangered Historic Places list shows how our collective idea of American history has expanded in recent years, along with our ideas about which places are worth saving," said Carol Quillen, President and CEO of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
  • Since first debuting in 1988, the list of America's 11 Most Endangered Historic Places has proven to be a highly effective tool for shining a light on the threats facing our nation's greatest treasures.
  • Due to the efforts of the National Trust and its passionate supporters, the 11 Most Endangered list has often provided the decisive force needed to preserve important cultural landmarks.

National Geographic Honors WW2 Soldiers of Color With Two New Specials

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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Produced by October Films and Elba’s 22Summers, ERASED: WW2’S HEROES OF COLOR uncovers the long-lost legacies of soldiers of color during World War II.

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  • Produced by October Films and Elba’s 22Summers, ERASED: WW2’S HEROES OF COLOR uncovers the long-lost legacies of soldiers of color during World War II.
  • The series showcases the personal narratives of soldiers through their never-before-aired oral testimonies and journal writings, along with powerful accounts from their descendants — stories passed down through the generations.
  • These gripping and emotional testimonies transport viewers back in time to witness bravery unfold in WW2’s iconic theatres of war.
  • Melanie Sams is vice president of Production and Development for National Geographic.

Mental Health Awareness Month in May to Highlight Initiatives to Help Prevent Suicide in Illinois

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Friday, April 26, 2024
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CHICAGO, April 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Efforts are underway to reach more people with suicide prevention information and interventions across Illinois during Mental Health Awareness Month in May. The Illinois chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is hosting numerous free prevention programs throughout the month.

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  • CHICAGO, April 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Efforts are underway to reach more people with suicide prevention information and interventions across Illinois during Mental Health Awareness Month in May.
  • The Illinois chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is hosting numerous free prevention programs throughout the month.
  • Learn more about the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Illinois Chapter and the 2024 Out of the Darkness Chicagoland Walk.
  • If you or someone you know is at risk of suicide, please call or text 988 for the Suicide Crisis Lifeline.

Celebrating the Spirit of the Doolittle Raid: Sino-American Cultural Exchange Marks 82nd Anniversary

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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QUZHOU, China, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- From April 17-19, a significant Sino-American cultural exchange event commemorating the 82nd Anniversary of the heroic Doolittle Raid rescue took place at the Doolittle Raid Memorial Hall, located at No.

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  • QUZHOU, China, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- From April 17-19, a significant Sino-American cultural exchange event commemorating the 82nd Anniversary of the heroic Doolittle Raid rescue took place at the Doolittle Raid Memorial Hall, located at No.
  • "There is a Memorial Hall to the Doolittle Raid in Quzhou, Zhejiang.
  • The descendants of the American soldiers who were rescued that year often come here to pay tribute to the righteous and courageous Chinese people."
  • As a result, the Japanese army launched the Battle of Zhejiang and Jiangxi, killing 250,000 Chinese civilians.

Celebrating the Spirit of the Doolittle Raid: Sino-American Cultural Exchange Marks 82nd Anniversary

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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QUZHOU, China, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- From April 17-19, a significant Sino-American cultural exchange event commemorating the 82nd Anniversary of the heroic Doolittle Raid rescue took place at the Doolittle Raid Memorial Hall, located at No.

Key Points: 
  • QUZHOU, China, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- From April 17-19, a significant Sino-American cultural exchange event commemorating the 82nd Anniversary of the heroic Doolittle Raid rescue took place at the Doolittle Raid Memorial Hall, located at No.
  • "There is a Memorial Hall to the Doolittle Raid in Quzhou, Zhejiang.
  • The descendants of the American soldiers who were rescued that year often come here to pay tribute to the righteous and courageous Chinese people."
  • As a result, the Japanese army launched the Battle of Zhejiang and Jiangxi, killing 250,000 Chinese civilians.

The Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County Stages the 2024 Battle of the Bands

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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FREDERICK, Md., April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Six Bands Will Battle for $5,000+ in Prizes

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  • Timika Thrasher, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County, said, "Last year, our inaugural Battle raised $14,000.00.
  • We want to ensure all Frederick kids get to engage with a diverse group of peers from the Frederick County community."
  • "The Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County is funded primarily by local community members and organizations.
  • "Last year's Battle of the Bands was a big success for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Frederick County," said "Battle" producer Jarad Bowens of Benefactor Events.