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ParkMobile Partners with Oak View Group to Offer a Digital Parking Payments Platform for Sports & Live Entertainment Venues

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022

PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ParkMobile, the No. 1 digital parking payment solution in North America, announced today a new partnership with Oak View Group (OVG), the leading global venue development, advisory, and investment company for both the sports and live entertainment industries. The partnership will improve the guest experience by offering digital payments at OVG's stadiums, arenas, performing arts centers, convention centers, fairgrounds, and casinos around the country. With ParkMobile as an official parking payments partner for OVG, guests will be able to reserve and guarantee parking in advance of attending and/or digitally pay onsite for events at over 150 venues.

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  • 1 digital parking payment solution in North America, announced today a new partnership with Oak View Group (OVG), the leading global venue development, advisory, and investment company for both the sports and live entertainment industries.
  • With ParkMobile as an official parking payments partner for OVG, guests will be able to reserve and guarantee parking in advance of attending and/or digitally pay onsite for events at over 150 venues.
  • We're thrilled to officially announce ParkMobile as a parking payments partner and start working with them at our venues," said Joe Leung, Vice President of Parking & Mobility, OVG360, which is the third-party, service-oriented division of OVG.
  • A user can view a full list of upcoming events with all the available parking options on the ParkMobile app or the venue's reservation page.

Dimensional Innovations and Partners Create Dallas Mavericks Interactive Experience

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Tuesday, October 4, 2022

KANSAS CITY, Mo.and DALLAS, Oct. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dimensional Innovations (DI), in partnership with the Dallas Mavericks, JRA - Part of RWS Entertainment Group, Heritage Werks and DI Build, is proud to announce Mavs Vault, presented by ShiftKey — an immersive, public exhibition highlighting the organization's 42-year history through never-before-seen artifacts, archival footage, merchandise, memorabilia and more. Located within the Hall of State at Fair Park at this year's State Fair of Texas, the exhibit is open to fans now through October 23rd.

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  • DI, an experience design, tech and fabrication firm, worked in close collaboration with JRA, an attraction design company, to create an engaging experience for all who entered the vault.
  • "Creating the ultimate Dallas Mavericks experience for Mavs Vault was unlike anything we've done before," said Dallas Mavericks Director of Events Ashley Gambino.
  • "JRA is honored to have worked with the Dallas Mavericks and our partners at Dimensional Innovations, Heritage Werks and DI Build on this exciting project," said JRA Executive Vice President, Shawn McCoy.
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    The Dallas Mavericks are a first-class global sports and entertainment organization providing memorable experiences for fans worldwide.

Rogers-O'Brien Construction Completes Jubilee Park Community Clinic located in Fair Park

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Friday, August 12, 2022

DALLAS, Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rogers-O'Brien Construction (RO) is proud to have been the builder of the Jubilee Park Community Clinic, in partnership with KDC, Parkland Health and Jubilee Park and Community Center. The new, 15,000 square foot facility is in the southeast Dallas neighborhood, near Fair Park. The 62-block area has been historically underserved in accessible healthcare options, with few physicians in the area.

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  • Rogers-O'Brien Construction completes the Clinic at Jubilee Park, located in an area with significant healthcare disparities
    DALLAS, Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rogers-O'Brien Construction (RO) is proud to have been the builder of the Jubilee Park Community Clinic, in partnership with KDC, Parkland Health and Jubilee Park and Community Center.
  • The new, 15,000 square foot facility is in the southeast Dallas neighborhood, near Fair Park.
  • With Jubilee Park Community Clinic anchored in the community, residents will gain access to healthcare, improving their quality of life.
  • About Rogers-O'Brien Construction: Founded in 1969, Rogers-O'Brien Construction (RO) has been committed to making our clients successful for more than five decades.

The Caring Foundation of Texas to offer free vaccinations to students in DFW, Houston regions

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Monday, August 1, 2022

RICHARDSON, Texas, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Efforts to bridge immunization gaps caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and decreased preventative health visits is top of mind this year as the The Caring Foundation of Texas ramps up free vaccination opportunities across Texas to facilitate back-to-school readiness and facilitate health education during National Immunization Awareness month.

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  • The Caring Foundation will deploy its Care Van Program to Dallas and Houston area schools and community centers to provide the vaccinations.
  • The following Care Van events have been scheduled in Dallas and Houston, but check the Caring Foundation'scalendar for updates as dates and times can change.
  • Since 1997, the Care Vans have provided more than 1.4 million vaccinations to children across Texas.
  • Established in 1991, The Caring Foundation of Texas is a 501(c)3 organization, funded by community contributions, corporate sponsorships, grants and in-kind donations.

EarthX and the Dallas Symphony Orchestra to Present The Way of the Rain - Hope for Earth

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022

DALLAS, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- EarthX and the Dallas Symphony Orchestra today announced the U.S. Premiere of The Way of the Rain – Hope for Earth. This multidisciplinary environmental performance is a creation for orchestra, chorus, film, art, and spoken word and will be presented at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center in Dallas, Texas, at 7pm on Saturday, October 22, 2022. The performance interprets nature's powerful beauty while calling attention to the Earth's vulnerability brought on by climate change. This performance, created and directed by Sibylle Szaggars Redford, is in collaboration with Music Composer Tim Janis, Performance Film Artist Floyd Thomas McBee, with a special narration – Spoken Word by Robert Redford. The Dallas Symphony Orchestra will be conducted by Julien Benichou. VIP Experience packages are available at $1,000 and $2,500. Tickets for the event are $45-$250 and will go on sale at 4:00PM Eastern/3:00PM Central time. Details are available at dallassymphony.org.

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  • Premiere of The Way of the Rain Hope for Earth.
  • The Way of the Rain Hope for Earth originally slated for the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day at Earthx2020 at Music Hall, Fair Park was delayed due topandemic-related concerns.
  • After more than two years we are thrilled to be hosting this special evening in Dallas with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra."
  • "We are honored The Way of the Rain - Hope for Earth will finally be presented to Dallas," said Sibylle Szaggars Redford, Founder, President & Artistic Director of The Way of the Rain Hope for Earth.

At Prides, AHF Invites All Communities to #StandAgainstHate

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Saturday, June 4, 2022

Since 2021, 42 states have considered a minimum of 280 bills that negatively affect over 59 million young people across the nation1.

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  • Since 2021, 42 states have considered a minimum of 280 bills that negatively affect over 59 million young people across the nation1.
  • As part of this national Pride campaign, AHF created We Stand United and Stand Against Hate tee shirts, banners, lawn signs, a mobile billboard graphic etc.
  • To learn more about AHF, please visit our website: www.aidshealth.org , find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/aidshealth and follow us @aidshealthcare .
  • New Map Analysis: 80% of Youth Live in States that Considered Curriculum Censorship and Hostile School Climate Bills in 2020-2021.

Connecticut Chef Makes “BIG” Splash At Food Competition With Seafood Champion Title

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Monday, December 27, 2021

The Connecticut Chef took on a highly-skilled field of competitors, including the previous Seafood Champion Josh Cooper.

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  • The Connecticut Chef took on a highly-skilled field of competitors, including the previous Seafood Champion Josh Cooper.
  • During the multi-day competition, the Seafood Competitors faced a series of culinary challenges.
  • Stay up-to-date on all culinary competition news, by following the World Food Championships on Twitter (@WorldFoodChamp), Facebook and Instagram (@WorldFoodChampionships).
  • The World Food Championships (WFC) is the highest stakes food competition in the world.

Texas Home Cook Achieves “Souper” Win At World Food Competition

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Monday, December 27, 2021

The Denton cook took on a highly-skilled field of competitors, including the previous Soup Champion Rocky Jullianelle.

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  • The Denton cook took on a highly-skilled field of competitors, including the previous Soup Champion Rocky Jullianelle.
  • Because McLains overall score of 92 out of 100 allowed her to jump Jullianelle and all other teams to claim her first World Soup Championship win.
  • Stay up-to-date on all culinary competition news, by following the World Food Championships on Twitter (@WorldFoodChamp), Facebook and Instagram (@WorldFoodChampionships).
  • The World Food Championships (WFC) is the highest stakes food competition in the world.

Medal of Honor Celebration rescheduled for Sept. 6-10, 2022

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Tuesday, November 30, 2021

"The Medal of Honor Recipients love Knoxville and are looking forward to coming back in 2022," said Joe Thompson, chairmanof the board for the Medal of Honor Celebration.

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  • "The Medal of Honor Recipients love Knoxville and are looking forward to coming back in 2022," said Joe Thompson, chairmanof the board for the Medal of Honor Celebration.
  • The Society carries out its mission through outreach, education and preservation programs, including the Medal of Honor Museum , Congressional Medal of Honor Outreach Program s, the Congressional Medal of Honor Character Development Program , and the Congressional Medal of Honor Citizen Honors Awards for Valor and Service.
  • As part of Public Law 106-83 , the Medal of the Honor Memorial Act, the Medal of Honor Museum, which is co-located with the Congressional Medal of Honor Society's headquarters on board the U.S.S.
  • Learn more about the Medal of Honor and the Congressional Medal of Honor Society's initiatives at cmoh.org .

Florida Baker Makes Food Sport History With Three-Peat Dessert Champion Title

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Wednesday, November 17, 2021

Not only did she succeed in being crowned a consecutive-year champion, but she has broken records being named the only competitor to ever become a three-time Category Champion.

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  • Not only did she succeed in being crowned a consecutive-year champion, but she has broken records being named the only competitor to ever become a three-time Category Champion.
  • In Food Sport, a competitor winning a category title more than once is a rare occurrence.
  • In fact, only a few cooks in the competitions nine-year history have been able to accomplish a repeat.
  • But by earning a three-peat champion title, Rahman has more than proved that she knows what a sweet victory tastes like.