SAGINAW

Beacon Announces Three New Locations

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Friday, March 22, 2024

Beacon (Nasdaq: BECN), the only publicly traded specialty roofing distributor, announced today that it has opened new locations in Fort Myers, FL and Milton, FL and Saginaw, MI to serve residential and commercial roofing contractors.

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  • Beacon (Nasdaq: BECN), the only publicly traded specialty roofing distributor, announced today that it has opened new locations in Fort Myers, FL and Milton, FL and Saginaw, MI to serve residential and commercial roofing contractors.
  • “We are pleased to now have three branches serving the Cape Coral-Fort Myers metro area, including a location specializing in waterproofing products.
  • We have what builders need from the roof to underground protection,” commented Jack Gill, Beacon’s Regional Vice President, Florida.
  • Beacon has opened three new locations and completed two acquisitions in the first three months of 2024.

Ryder Deploys its First BrightDrop Electric Vehicles into Rental Fleet

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

The introduction of BrightDrop’s electric vans within Ryder’s rental fleet marks an important step in the company’s ongoing efforts to meet the rising demand and adoption of commercial electric vehicles (EVs) in the United States.

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  • The introduction of BrightDrop’s electric vans within Ryder’s rental fleet marks an important step in the company’s ongoing efforts to meet the rising demand and adoption of commercial electric vehicles (EVs) in the United States.
  • Earlier this year, Ryder announced plans to introduce 4,000 BrightDrop electric vans to its fleet through 2025, with the first 200 ordered this year.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230920752776/en/
    The introduction of BrightDrop’s electric vans within Ryder’s rental fleet marks an important step in Ryder’s ongoing efforts to meet the rising demand and adoption of commercial electric vehicles in the United States.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    To introduce these new EVs into the Ryder fleet, Ryder hosted “Ride & Drive” events for customers showcasing the BrightDrop vans, as well as EV chargers from ChargePoint.

UnitedHealthcare Awards $500,000 to Five Federally Qualified Health Centers To Increase Access To Behavioral Health Services

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Michigan awarded five federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) $100,000 grants to expand access to behavioral health services across the state.

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  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Michigan awarded five federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) $100,000 grants to expand access to behavioral health services across the state.
  • The FQHCs include Cherry Health, Family Health Center, Great Lakes Bay Health Centers, InterCare Community Health Network and MidMichigan Community Health Services.
  • Family Health Center will develop mental health screening programs and train additional staff to expand inpatient detoxification services.
  • Great Lakes Bay Health Centers will create educational videos, expand breastfeeding support services in the Saginaw area and conduct behavioral health training for staff.

Exotic Automation & Supply Welcomes Three New Members to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023

NEW HUDSON, Mich., July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Exotic Automation & Supply, a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, is proud to announce that effective July 1, 2023 three new members have joined their Board of Directors. These three individuals will bring tremendous distribution, manufacturing and financial experience and leadership to advise the company as they continue to diversify into new markets and product lines. The board members will also play a key role in advising how to continue to perfect and grow Exotic's existing distribution and manufacturing business.

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  • NEW HUDSON, Mich., July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Exotic Automation & Supply , a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, is proud to announce that effective July 1, 2023 three new members have joined their Board of Directors.
  • The board members will also play a key role in advising how to continue to perfect and grow Exotic's existing distribution and manufacturing business.
  • Exotic Automation & Supply welcomes the following members to the Board of Directors:
    Mike Marks rejoins Exotic's board after having previously served from 2000 to 2010.
  • Exotic Automation & Supply was founded in 1963 and has grown to become one of Parker Hannifin's largest distributors in the United States.

K-12 Edtech Company, Skyward, Celebrates 20 Years of iCon

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

STEVENS POINT, Wis., March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Skyward, a school administration software provider committed to helping K-12 leaders spend less time on tasks and more time with students, recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of their annual international conference, iCon. Edtech and K-12 leaders gathered March 1-3, 2023, in St. Pete Beach, Florida for three days of attending informative sessions, networking, and celebrating of Skyward superusers.

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  • Edtech and K-12 leaders gathered March 1-3, 2023, in St. Pete Beach, Florida for three days of attending informative sessions, networking, and celebrating of Skyward superusers.
  • For the last 20 years, Skyward iCon has provided attendees with additional tools, tips, and tricks needed to achieve district-wide success.
  • Based on their unique district needs, attendees representing various K-12 roles could customize their experience with their choice of sessions.
  • "Hitting this 20-year milestone with our conference, iCon, is a reflection on how far we've come as a company.

Exotic Automation & Supply Completes Steps to Acquire West Michigan Parker Distributor Bond Fluidaire

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Monday, October 31, 2022

NEW HUDSON, Mich.,  Oct. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Exotic Automation & Supply, a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, announced today they have completed the necessary steps to acquire Michigan-based fluid power provider Bond Fluidaire. The acquisition combines two successful, customer-driven Parker Hannifin distributors to better serve customers across the state of Michigan.

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  • The joining of Bond Fluidaire with Exotic Automation & Supply will bring nearly 120 years of combined experience to customers.
  • NEW HUDSON, Mich., Oct. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Exotic Automation & Supply , a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, announced today they have completed the necessary steps to acquire Michigan-based fluid power provider Bond Fluidaire.
  • The joining of Bond Fluidaire with Exotic Automation & Supply brings nearly 120 years of combined experience to customers.
  • About Exotic Automation & Supply: Exotic Automation & Supply was founded in 1963 and has grown to become one of Parker Hannifin's largest distributors in the United States.

Exotic Automation & Supply Opens 13th Retail Store Location in Port Huron Michigan

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Thursday, July 7, 2022

MARYSVILLE, Mich., July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Exotic Automation & Supply, a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, announced today the opening of their newest retail store location in Marysville, MI. The location will support greater Port Huron's industrial and manufacturing base with hose, fitting, hydraulic, pneumatic & filtration products from a variety of manufacturers including Parker Hannifin, SKF, Enerpac, Destaco, ACE Controls & more. The store is located at 1182 Gratiot Blvd. Marysville, MI 48040.

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  • MARYSVILLE, Mich., July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Exotic Automation & Supply , a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, announced today the opening of their newest retail store location in Marysville, MI.
  • The location marks Exotic's 13th retail store location throughout Michigan and Indiana.
  • "We hope the new Port Huron store becomes a hub customers can go to for in-depth information and training on all things fluid power."
  • About Exotic Automation & Supply: Exotic Automation & Supply was founded in 1963 and has grown to become one of Parker Hannifin's largest distributors in the United States.

Isabella Bank to Open Fifth Location in Saginaw

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Thursday, June 9, 2022

SAGINAW, Mich., June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Isabella Bank, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Isabella Bank Corporation (OTCQX:ISBA), announced a June ground breaking to expand its commitment to the Saginaw community. Located on State Street near Wieneke Road, the new branch will be Isabella Bank's fifth location in Saginaw County.

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  • SAGINAW, Mich., June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Isabella Bank, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Isabella Bank Corporation (OTCQX:ISBA), announced a June ground breaking to expand its commitment to the Saginaw community.
  • Located on State Street near Wieneke Road, the new branch will be Isabella Bank's fifth location in Saginaw County.
  • "We're a large bank with local, community values and service that blends high-tech with personal relationships," said Jerome Schwind, Isabella Bank President.
  • With the new branch, the bank will have 30 locations throughout seven Mid-Michigan counties: Clare, Gratiot, Isabella, Mecosta, Midland, Montcalm, and Saginaw.

LEGENDARY BLUES SINGER AND GUITARIST RESURRECTED WITH FIRST NEW ALBUM IN SEVEN YEARS

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Wednesday, February 2, 2022

WATCH : Larry McCray's music video for "Arkansas" from his upcoming album Blues Without You

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  • WATCH : Larry McCray's music video for "Arkansas" from his upcoming album Blues Without You
    Throughout his career, McCray's life has imitated the rags-to-riches stories of the blues.
  • "Writing this album made me feel proud, as it allows others to see me as more than a blues musician," shares McCray.
  • Joanna Connor
    Rust belt blues guitarist and singer Larry McCray was born in 1960 in Magnolia, Ark., as one of nine siblings.
  • Each album has received worldwide critical acclaim as well as the coveted #1 spot on the Billboard Blues Album Chart.

Notice of Data Security Incident

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Tuesday, February 1, 2022

SAGINAW, Mich., Feb. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Morley Companies Incorporated ("Morley"), a provider of various business services, has learned of a data security incident that may have impacted data belonging to current employees and former employees and various clients.

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  • SAGINAW, Mich., Feb. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Morley Companies Incorporated ("Morley"), a provider of various business services, has learned of a data security incident that may have impacted data belonging to current employees and former employees and various clients.
  • The incident began on August 1, 2021, when Morley's data became unavailable.
  • In early 2022, Morley determined current address information for the affected individuals in order to effectuate written notification of the incident.
  • Morley is providing notice of this incident to potentially impacted individuals of this incident by letter and providing resources to help them protect their identities.