Sequoia National Park

Carhartt Launches Limited-Edition National Park Collection in Support of National Park Foundation

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Jeudi, avril 4, 2024
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DEARBORN, Mich., April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Carhartt, America's premium workwear brand since 1889, today launched its limited-edition National Park Collection, in support of its partnership with the National Park Foundation (NPF). The collection of T-shirts and ballcaps features four iconic West Coast national parks – Denali, Saguaro, Sequoia and Yellowstone – with custom-designed visuals inspired by notable landscapes significant to each park.

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  • DEARBORN, Mich., April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Carhartt , America's premium workwear brand since 1889, today launched its limited-edition National Park Collection , in support of its partnership with the National Park Foundation (NPF).
  • The exclusive collaboration was created to raise awareness and further Carhartt's commitment to the outdoors and its support of the National Park Foundation's Communities and Workforce initiative.
  • "Inspired by the hardworking people who preserve the beauty and safety of our national parks, this collection aims to raise awareness around our partnership with the National Park Foundation.
  • Each piece in the National Park Collection features recognizable visuals of the respective national park within the iconic Carhartt "C" logo, including Old Faithful at Yellowstone National Park and General Sherman at Sequoia National Park.

Postal Service to Honor Ansel Adams With Stamps Showcasing 16 Stunning Portraits of the American Landscape

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Mercredi, avril 3, 2024
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Experience the wonder of the American West through the lens of one of America's most iconic photographers, Ansel Adams (1902-1984).

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  • Experience the wonder of the American West through the lens of one of America's most iconic photographers, Ansel Adams (1902-1984).
  • This pane of 16 stamps features some of Adams' most famous images in his signature "straight photography" style, an approach defined by its precision and directness.
  • The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.
  • For more information about the Postal Service, visit usps.com and facts.usps.com .

Frosty it Forward: Wendy's Frosty Key Tags Are Back this Season of Giving to Support Foster Care Adoption

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Jeudi, novembre 16, 2023
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DUBLIN, Ohio, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --

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  • Beginning this National Adoption Month, Wendy's® is bringing back its sweet Frosty® Key Tag fundraiser.
  • By purchasing a Frosty Key Tag for just $3, fans will receive one FREE Jr. Frosty, including the new limited-time Peppermint Frosty, with any purchase* every.
  • ** Or, purchase a physical Frosty Key Tag with any in-app order to receive a Frosty Key Tag that can be added to your favorite key chain.
  • To learn more about Frosty Key Tags and how Wendy's is working to make more family moments possible, visit Wendy's Square Deal Blog or www.davethomasfoundation.org .

National Park Service and American Forests partner to restore threatened whitebark pine as part of President Biden's Investing in America agenda

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Mercredi, septembre 27, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Park Service (NPS) and American Forests have signed a five-year agreement to help return threatened whitebark pine to its range in the western U.S. As part of President Biden's Investing in America agenda, the partnership will support restoration activities in national parks where whitebark pine grows. Initial projects in Yellowstone, Glacier and Grand Teton National Parks are part of $44 million in funding from the Inflation Reduction Act, the largest climate and conservation investment in history.

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  • The National Park Service (NPS) and American Forests have signed a five-year agreement to help return threatened whitebark pine to its range in the western U.S.
    WASHINGTON, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Park Service (NPS) and American Forests have signed a five-year agreement to help return threatened whitebark pine to its range in the western U.S. As part of President Biden's Investing in America agenda, the partnership will support restoration activities in national parks where whitebark pine grows.
  • Additionally, whitebark pine forests are vital to the health of streams and rivers – regulating the flow of snowmelt that supplies downstream watersheds.
  • American Forests is working with NPS to identify and implement projects guided by the National Whitebark Pine Restoration Plan – a science-informed strategy that identifies core restoration areas and actions needed to conserve whitebark pine.
  • Together, American Forests and the National Park Service are advancing the state of the science for conserving this life-giving tree."

TRANSDEV TEAMSTERS IN VISALIA RATIFY CONTRACT, END STRIKE

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Samedi, août 19, 2023
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VISALIA, Calif., Aug. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Transdev workers represented by Teamsters Local 517 have voted to ratify a strong contract, ending their six-week strike. These workers provide transportation services for Visalia Transit Systems and SEKI Bus Operations in Sequoia National Park.

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  • Workers Secure Additional Sick Days, Time Off, Back Pay
    VISALIA, Calif., Aug. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Transdev workers represented by Teamsters Local 517 have voted to ratify a strong contract, ending their six-week strike.
  • "The transportation services that these workers provide are essential to keeping the City of Visalia and Sequoia National Park moving efficiently.
  • "This was the third strike in California against Transdev in the past few months and will hopefully be the last," said Matt Taibi, Director of the Teamsters Passenger Transportation Division.
  • We are grateful to our members for showing Transdev that Teamsters never back down from a fight."

CALIFORNIA TEAMSTERS SUPPORT VISALIA TRANSDEV WORKERS ON STRIKE

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Vendredi, juillet 28, 2023
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VISALIA, Calif., July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Transdev bus workers represented by Teamsters Local 517 are on strike against their employer for refusing to bargain in good faith and negotiate an economic package. July 28 marks 21 days since workers hit the picket line and the first missed paycheck for Visalia bus workers. In spite of the length of the strike, Local 517 members are standing strong and refusing to cave into the company's demands.

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  • After Three Weeks on Strike, Workers Miss First Pay Period
    VISALIA, Calif., July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Transdev bus workers represented by Teamsters Local 517 are on strike against their employer for refusing to bargain in good faith and negotiate an economic package.
  • July 28 marks 21 days since workers hit the picket line and the first missed paycheck for Visalia bus workers.
  • In spite of the length of the strike, Local 517 members are standing strong and refusing to cave into the company's demands.
  • These workers provide transportation services for Visalia Transit Systems and SEKI Bus Operations in Sequoia National Park.

Visit Visalia is Thrilled Generals Highway in Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park Is Open to Visitors

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Jeudi, juillet 13, 2023
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VISALIA, Calif., July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Visit Visalia is thrilled to have both Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks open for summer travel.

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  • VISALIA, Calif., July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Visit Visalia is thrilled to have both Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks open for summer travel.
  • Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, near Visalia, CA, is open for summer travel following road repairs.
  • Roads leading to Cedar Grove in Kings Canyon National Park and the Mineral King area of Sequoia National Park remain closed due to significant damage both inside and outside the park boundaries.
  • Visit Visalia suggests planning ahead to make sure the areas in the park that visitors plan to see are open and accessible.

TRANSDEV TEAMSTERS ON STRIKE IN CENTRAL VALLEY, CALIFORNIA

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Lundi, juillet 10, 2023
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VISALIA, Calif., July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Transdev bus workers represented by Teamsters Local 517 are on strike. The workers provide vital transportation services for Visalia Transit Systems and SEKI Bus Operations in Sequoia National Park.

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  • Bus Workers Demand Living Wage, Fair Contract
    VISALIA, Calif., July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Transdev bus workers represented by Teamsters Local 517 are on strike.
  • "Transdev has failed to bargain a fair economic package in good faith," said Greg Landers, Local 517 Secretary-Treasurer.
  • This is the third time Transdev has caused Teamsters to strike in California in less than three months.
  • Teamsters Local 517 represents 1,800 workers in Tulare, Kings, Kern, Fresno, and Madera counties, California.

VISALIA, CALIFORNIA MAKES TRAVEL EASIER FOR AUTISTIC ADVENTURERS

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Jeudi, décembre 15, 2022
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VISALIA, Calif., Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Visalia has been designated the first-ever Certified Autism Destination in the country, awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This follows a year-long effort by local tourism partners to better address the travel needs of autistic adventurers and their families in the destination. Recent studies conducted by Autism Travel show that 87% of parents with an autistic child do not travel, but 93% would be more likely to if autism certified options were available. Now, travelers can enjoy inclusive and accessible travel to Visalia and the nearby Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks.

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  • This follows a year-long effort by local tourism partners to better address the travel needs of autistic adventurers and their families in the destination.
  • Recent studies conducted by Autis m Travel show that 87% of parents with an autistic child do not travel, but 93% would be more likely to if autism certified options were available.
  • Now, travelers can enjoy inclusive and accessible travel to Visalia and the nearby Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks.
  • "We are truly honored to obtain the Certified Autism Destination designation," said John Oneto, board chair of Visit Visalia.

GENESIS DELIVERS FIRST GV60 ELECTRIC VEHICLE IN THE U.S.

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Mardi, mai 31, 2022
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Patricia Wayne of Los Angeles purchased the first GV60 in the U.S. at Genesis Santa Monica

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  • Patricia Wayne of Los Angeles purchased the first GV60 in the U.S. at Genesis Santa Monica
    SANTA MONICA, Calif., May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --On Thursday, May 26, Genesis delivered its first GV60 electric vehicle in the United States.
  • "The delivery of our first electric vehicle marks an important milestone for the brand," said Claudia Marquez, chief operating officer of Genesis Motor North America.
  • Wayne had been closely following GV60, and participated in Priority One, a program designed to curate a personalized purchase experience for GV60, the brand's first dedicated electric vehicle.
  • Genesis has stated its commitment to becoming an all electric vehicle brand by 2030 and to pursuing carbon neutrality by 2035.