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The Selective Service System and AmeriCorps Forge Partnership Promoting National Service Participation Across America

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Friday, March 8, 2024

Mr. Spangenberg said, “It’s an honor to join AmeriCorps in this effort to promote national service across America.

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  • Mr. Spangenberg said, “It’s an honor to join AmeriCorps in this effort to promote national service across America.
  • The Selective Service System has already demonstrated its capability to boost awareness of military service opportunities nationwide and we are thrilled to now be expanding our efforts to include national service.
  • This partnership with the Selective Service System allows AmeriCorps to accelerate and expand recruitment and outreach to introduce even more individuals to the transformative power of service.
  • The Selective Service System seeks volunteers to serve on its Local Boards and as State Resource Volunteers.

R&B Artist Eric Benét to Headline Florida AIDS Walk

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240220575726/en/
    R&B singer, actor, and activist Eric Benét will headline AHF's 19th Annual Florida AIDS Walk & Music Festival, an annual spring break event that attracts more than 2,000 attendees and raises $2 million for 13 local nonprofit organizations providing HIV/AIDS services in the South Florida community.
  • Eric Benét signed his first record deal with Warner Bros. Records in 1994 and released his first studio album, True to Myself, in 1996.
  • Other albums include Love & Life, Lost in Time, The One, and the self-titled Eric Benét.
  • “We are honored to have Eric Benét join Florida AIDS Walk and Music Festival as a headlining artist,” said Tracy Jones, AHF Southern Bureau Chief.

Tim Gibbs Appointed to VP, Business Development at FTK

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Friday, February 16, 2024

FTK Construction Services, a nationwide General Contractor with completed projects in 33 states, is pleased to announce that Tim Gibbs has been appointed Vice President of Business Development, effective 2/1/2024.

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  • FTK Construction Services, a nationwide General Contractor with completed projects in 33 states, is pleased to announce that Tim Gibbs has been appointed Vice President of Business Development, effective 2/1/2024.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240216751389/en/
    FTK is pleased to announce the promotion of Tim Gibbs to Vice President of Business Development.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Mr. Gibbs has been with FTK Construction Services since 2007 and has been an integral contributor to the Company’s success.
  • To date, his business development efforts for FTK in the Multifamily Space have been focused on Market Rate Projects and Insurance Restorations.

AmeriCorps Releases Latest National Service Reports for US States and Territories

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

Washington, DC, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteering, released the 2024 National Service Reports.

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  • Washington, DC, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteering, released the 2024 National Service Reports.
  • The reports detail the financial investments made by AmeriCorps in all fifty states, Washington DC and Puerto Rico.
  • They include profiles that showcase the location of the national service projects, the number of AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers serving, the organizations they serve with and other project information from 2023.
  • AmeriCorps offers opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds to be a part of the national service community, grow personally and professionally and receive benefits for their service.

HCA Healthcare Announces the HCA Healthcare Hope Fund Has Awarded $100 Million in Grants to Colleagues in Need

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

In 2023 alone, more than $11.4 million in assistance was distributed to help more than 3,700 HCA Healthcare colleagues and families.

Key Points: 
  • In 2023 alone, more than $11.4 million in assistance was distributed to help more than 3,700 HCA Healthcare colleagues and families.
  • “This milestone for the HCA Healthcare Hope Fund is possible due to the generosity of our colleagues,” said Joe Flynn, president of the HCA Healthcare Hope Fund.
  • What began as an informal way to help soon evolved into the HCA Healthcare Hope Fund, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) public charity run by colleagues, for colleagues.
  • The Hope Fund is an essential charitable organization for HCA Healthcare colleagues during devastating natural disasters.

PCCA Appoints Kenneth S. Barrow as General Counsel

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Monday, January 29, 2024

Houston, Texas, Jan. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PCCA proudly announces the appointment of Kenneth S. Barrow, JD, as its General Counsel.

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  • Houston, Texas, Jan. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PCCA proudly announces the appointment of Kenneth S. Barrow, JD, as its General Counsel.
  • PCCA President Jim Smith expressed enthusiasm about Barrow’s addition: “Ken embodies the spirit of our core values at PCCA.
  • We are thrilled to have Ken join our PCCA family and continue our legacy of supporting compounding pharmacies and the patients they serve.
  • “I am excited to be a part of PCCA, a trailblazer in the compounding industry,” said Barrow.

Painting with a Twist Ranks No. 1 In Entrepreneur Franchise 500 Category and Celebrates Systemwide Growth in 2024

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

NEW ORLEANS, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Painting with a Twist, the nation's dominating paint and sip brand, has been named the No. 1 DIY/Paint-&-Sip Studio in Entrepreneur's Franchise 500®, the world's first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking. This highly sought-after honor in the franchise industry ranks brands on outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability and brand power. Painting with a Twist dominating the category comes as no surprise after the brand has seen impressive growth throughout the previous year, driven by its commitment to innovate exciting new opportunities to its guests.

Key Points: 
  • 1 DIY/Paint-&-Sip Studio in Entrepreneur's Franchise 500®, the world's first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking.
  • This highly sought-after honor in the franchise industry ranks brands on outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability and brand power.
  • Painting with a Twist dominating the category comes as no surprise after the brand has seen impressive growth throughout the previous year, driven by its commitment to innovate exciting new opportunities to its guests.
  • In addition to being top in its category, Painting with a Twist was listed in the overall Entrepreneur Franchise 500 ranking.

The Campus of Care Global Launches Initiative to Improve Maternal Health, Supporting Mothers Globally

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges: Campus of Care's Pioneering Effort to Revolutionize Maternal Health on a Global Scale

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  • Dallas, Texas--(Newsfile Corp. - November 30, 2023) - The Campus of Care Global Healthcare Corporation, at the forefront of maternal health and community well-being, proudly introduces a revolutionary global initiative.
  • Recognizing the interconnected challenges mothers face worldwide, the Campus of Care aims to bridge gaps and address disparities on a global scale.
  • "As a clinical research professional, I am proud to lead Campus of Care in this global initiative.
  • By focusing on these four pillars, Campus of Care aims to address maternal health disparities comprehensively.

Woolpert Senior Vice President Melvin Spinks Named 2024 Houston Area Engineer of the Year

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

HOUSTON, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Houston Engineers Week Committee has named Woolpert Senior Vice President Melvin Spinks as the 2024 Houston Area Engineer of the Year. The award recognizes engineers who have made significant contributions to both the profession and Houston area. It will be presented in February during Houston Engineers Week and National Engineers Week.

Key Points: 
  • Spinks has helped shape stormwater design policies and criteria throughout the Houston area for over three decades.
  • HOUSTON, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Houston Engineers Week Committee has named Woolpert Senior Vice President Melvin Spinks as the 2024 Houston Area Engineer of the Year.
  • The award recognizes engineers who have made significant contributions to both the profession and Houston area.
  • It will be presented in February during Houston Engineers Week and National Engineers Week.

Celebrity Homes: Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's New Orleans Home For Sale

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Monday, December 4, 2023

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's New Orleans Home

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  • Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie took the world by storm during their intense twelve-year relationship.
  • Celebrity power couple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie took the world by storm during their intense twelve-year relationship.
  • The world's most beautiful woman and "People Magazine's" sexiest man met on the set of "Mr. and Mrs. Smith," while Pitt was still married to Jennifer Aniston.
  • Other celebrities with homes in New Orleans include Lil Wayne, Emeril Lagasse, Nick Cage, John Goodman, and Sandra Bullock.