Silver Spring, Maryland

A High-Rise Building Without Fire Sprinklers is a High Risk

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Mardi, février 21, 2023

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Linthicum Heights, MD, Feb. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A building that is not fully equipped with fire sprinklers puts occupants, pets, and firefighters at risk.

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Linthicum Heights, MD, Feb. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A building that is not fully equipped with fire sprinklers puts occupants, pets, and firefighters at risk.
The more floors there are in a residential building, the higher the risk, from a townhouse to a high-rise.
According to the National Fire Protection Association, working residential fire sprinklers control fires 96% of the time.
There has never been a multiple fatality in a building equipped with a properly operating fire sprinkler system…never!

District of Columbia Started 92 Transportation Projects in Year-One of Infrastructure Law, New Report Shows

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Vendredi, novembre 18, 2022

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WASHINGTON, Nov. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- District of Columbia leveraged $213.5 million in federal highway and bridge formula funds in FY 2022 to help jumpstart 92 new improvement projects in communities across the state during the first year of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), a review of U.S. Treasury Department data through September 30 shows.

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"A key takeaway from the Treasury data is that the bipartisan infrastructure law is working in year-one as intended, with state transportation departments disbursing funds and projects breaking ground," said American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) Chief Economist Dr. Alison Premo Black, who prepared the report.
"The economic and quality of life benefits of the infrastructure law will become even more apparent as funding continues in coming years," adds ARTBA Chair Paula Hammond, a WSP USA senior vice president.
"The beneficiaries of these long-term investments will be the American traveling public in their communities."
Established in 1902, the Washington, D.C.-based ARTBA advocates for infrastructure investment and policy that meet the nation's need for safe and efficient travel.

Easterly Government Properties Acquires 61,384 SF Multi-Tenanted Facility in Cleveland, OH

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Lundi, juillet 26, 2021

The National Weather Service (NWS) occupies 15% of the building under an initial 20-year term that does not expire until September 2040.

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The National Weather Service (NWS) occupies 15% of the building under an initial 20-year term that does not expire until September 2040.
In total, and assuming the VNA exercises its renewal options, the facility is 100% occupied with a weighted average lease expiration of June 2034.
Pro forma for this acquisition, Easterly has 85 properties totaling 7.7 million square feet.
Easterly Government Properties, Inc. (NYSE:DEA) is based in Washington, D.C., and focuses primarily on the acquisition, development and management of Class A commercial properties that are leased to the U.S. Government.

Stringr Launches Weather Feed to Aid Newsgathering During Severe Weather Events

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Mardi, juillet 13, 2021

Stringr, the award-winning video SaaS platform for journalism, entertainment, and corporate content, today unveiled its National Weather Service (NWS) API integration; creating an automated alert system that streamlines video newsgathering for severe weather events.

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Stringr, the award-winning video SaaS platform for journalism, entertainment, and corporate content, today unveiled its National Weather Service (NWS) API integration; creating an automated alert system that streamlines video newsgathering for severe weather events.
The Weather Channel, the world leader in weather news, is one of the first to take advantage of this new feature.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210713005788/en/
Developed for use with Stringrs proprietary network of 120,000 independent videographers, the Stringr Weather Feed automatically issues local requests for footage where NWS has issued severe weather warnings.
I have confidence in Stringr knowing that they are getting the word out to their videographers before the severe weather strikes.

Georgia Power encourages action during Severe Weather Awareness Week

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Lundi, février 1, 2021

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ATLANTA, Feb. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Georgia Power is encouraging its 2.6 million customers to be severe-weather ready, as the company partners with the Georgia Emergency Management Agency and the National Weather Service for Severe Weather Awareness Week (SWAW), which will take place February 1 5.

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ATLANTA, Feb. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Georgia Power is encouraging its 2.6 million customers to be severe-weather ready, as the company partners with the Georgia Emergency Management Agency and the National Weather Service for Severe Weather Awareness Week (SWAW), which will take place February 1 5.
Because Georgia is susceptible to all types of severe weather, each day of the week will focus on a specific type of severe weather or preparedness action Georgia Power customers can take to help become storm ready.
Georgia Power Mobile App Download the Georgia Power mobile app for Apple and Android devices to access storm and outage information on the go.
Georgia Power constantly monitors changing weather conditions and remains prepared to respond to any service interruptions that might occur because of severe weather.

CULTA Announces Move to New Bethesda Office to Support Continuing Growth

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Mardi, janvier 12, 2021

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The two-floor office space is nearly 150% larger than CULTA's previous office in Silver Spring.

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The two-floor office space is nearly 150% larger than CULTA's previous office in Silver Spring.
"The decision to relocate to our new, larger office in Bethesda was a logical next step in our long-term growth strategy," said CULTA's Chief Financial Officer Jonathan Clark.
"The new office is a physical example of our evolution," said CULTA President and co-founder Mackie Barch.
This year, CULTA plans to add 100 more employees across its farm in Cambridge, retail dispensary in Baltimore, and headquarters in Bethesda.

Due to Severe Weather and Wind, PG&E Will Turn Off Power for Safety to Approximately 37,000 Customers in Targeted Parts of 15 Counties

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Jeudi, octobre 22, 2020

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Due changes in the weather forecast, the number of customers expected to be impacted has decreased by 31 percent.

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Due changes in the weather forecast, the number of customers expected to be impacted has decreased by 31 percent.
The PSPS event will affect approximately 37,000 customers in targeted portions of 15 counties.
Customers were notified this afternoon that the PSPS event would occur and customers who were removed from the scope were notified of cancellation.
All of these areas are covered by National Weather Service Red Flag Warnings, indicating critical fire weather conditions.

Devin Emery Named Head of Growth for CuriosityStream

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Jeudi, mars 12, 2020

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SILVER SPRING, Md., March 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --CuriosityStream today announced tech industry veteran Devin Emery is its new Head of Growth for the global media company.

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SILVER SPRING, Md., March 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --CuriosityStream today announced tech industry veteran Devin Emery is its new Head of Growth for the global media company.
The announcement was made by President and CEO, Clint Stinchcomb, to whom Emery reports.
Emery, named to the Forbes "30 under 30" in media list in 2019, will be based in Silver Spring, Maryland and New York, New York.
"I'm excited to join Clint and the rest of the CuriosityStream team in exponentially increasing the impact of our brand and programming," said Emery.

Silver Spring Attorney Honored with Trailblazer Award: GSSCC Recognizes Andalman & Flynn, P.C. Partner, Peter Casciano for his Contributions and Commitment to Service

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Mardi, juillet 9, 2019

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SILVER SPRING, Md., July 9, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The 2019 Trailblazer Award from the Greater Silver Spring Chamber of Commerce (GSSCC) went to Peter Casciano for his year of distinguished service to the Chamber and the greater community.

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SILVER SPRING, Md., July 9, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The 2019 Trailblazer Award from the Greater Silver Spring Chamber of Commerce (GSSCC) went to Peter Casciano for his year of distinguished service to the Chamber and the greater community.
He has been named a "Rising Star" for four consecutive years by Super Lawyers of the State of Maryland and Washington, DC.
"Peter's legal acumen and commitment to his clients is extraordinary, as are his continued contributions to our Chamber and all of Silver Spring," said Jane Redicker, GSSCC president and CEO.
Founded in 1998 in downtown Silver Spring, Maryland, Andalman & Flynn has forged a distinguished reputation for legal excellence.

The GovLEADer Series Brings Together Industry Leaders and Technology Titans in the DC Metro Area for its First-Ever Small Business Summit Aimed at Bridging the Gap Between Small Businesses and Contracting Opportunities

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Lundi, mars 18, 2019

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The GovLEADer Series: DC Small Business Summitwill take place Thursday, March 21st from 8 a.m. 4:30 p.m. at the Silver Spring Civic Building (1 Veterans Plaza, Silver Spring, MD.

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The GovLEADer Series: DC Small Business Summitwill take place Thursday, March 21st from 8 a.m. 4:30 p.m. at the Silver Spring Civic Building (1 Veterans Plaza, Silver Spring, MD.
20910)and will feature interactive sessions, keynote speakers from the U.S. Small Business Administration and panel discussions composed of government contracting experts, federal agency officials, and technology titans.
Small Businesses interested in increasing their bottom line through contracting partnerships with corporations, agencies, and tech giants can take advantage of the GovLEADer Series.
The GovLEADer Series: DC Small Business Summit will provide the platform to show small businesses the best ways to start and grow through government contracting and become GovLEADers!"