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Memorial Day: New Survey Reveals Less Than Half of U.S. Adults Understand True Meaning of the Holiday

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Martedì, Maggio 21, 2024
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As the nation prepares to observe Memorial Day this year, a new survey sponsored by USAA reveals the lack of understanding about the true meaning of Memorial Day, with many observing the holiday in ways that don’t align with the day’s true purpose.

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  • As the nation prepares to observe Memorial Day this year, a new survey sponsored by USAA reveals the lack of understanding about the true meaning of Memorial Day, with many observing the holiday in ways that don’t align with the day’s true purpose.
  • Further, nearly half of respondents (45%) believe an appropriate way to observe Memorial Day is to wish a veteran a “Happy Memorial Day” and/or thank them for their service.
  • While the intentions are well-meaning, the survey results indicate that we all can benefit from additional education on this sacred holiday.
  • Visitors will learn more about the true meaning of Memorial Day, the poppy flower and conflicts since WWI.

PenFed Foundation Celebration of Service Gala Raises Nearly $1.4 Million for Military Community

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Lunedì, Maggio 13, 2024
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TYSONS, Va., May 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The PenFed Foundation, a national 501(c)3 founded by PenFed Credit Union, today announced it raised nearly $1.4 million at its Celebration of Service Gala. The evening honored humanitarian and community heroes, including PenFed Foundation Board Chair and former Secretary of the Air Force Deborah James.

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  • TYSONS, Va., May 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The PenFed Foundation , a national 501(c)3 founded by PenFed Credit Union, today announced it raised nearly $1.4 million at its Celebration of Service Gala.
  • The evening honored humanitarian and community heroes, including PenFed Foundation Board Chair and former Secretary of the Air Force Deborah James.
  • "The PenFed Foundation is proud to continue its legacy of serving the brave men and women who defend our nation and appreciates the generosity and patriotism of our donors for supporting our military community," said PenFed Credit Union President/CEO and PenFed Foundation CEO James Schenck.
  • Those interested in supporting the PenFed Foundation's mission to help the military community and their support network are encouraged to visit penfedfoundation.org .

Nevada Department of Veterans Services Honors Suburban Propane in its Patriot Employer Program

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Lunedì, Maggio 13, 2024
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WHIPPANY, N.J., May 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Suburban Propane Partners, L.P. (NYSE: SPH), a nationwide distributor of propane, renewable propane, renewable natural gas, fuel oil and related products and services, as well as a marketer of natural gas and electricity and investor in low carbon fuel alternatives, was named a distinguished employer within the Nevada Department of Veterans Services ' Patriot Employer Program.

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  • WHIPPANY, N.J., May 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Suburban Propane Partners, L.P. (NYSE: SPH), a nationwide distributor of propane, renewable propane, renewable natural gas, fuel oil and related products and services, as well as a marketer of natural gas and electricity and investor in low carbon fuel alternatives, was named a distinguished employer within the Nevada Department of Veterans Services ' Patriot Employer Program.
  • The Patriot Employer Program aims to support employers with the recruitment and retention of men and women who have served our country.
  • In Nevada, veterans comprise 14.7% of Suburban Propane's workforce, and Suburban Propane is committed to hiring veterans throughout its 42-state footprint through its " Heroes Hired Here " program.
  • "Suburban Propane is incredibly honored to receive recognition from the Nevada Department of Veterans Services as a participant in the Patriot Employer Program," said Nandini Sankara, Spokesperson, Suburban Propane.

American Legion appoints Marine Corps veteran Rodney K. Rolland as National Adjutant

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Giovedì, Maggio 9, 2024
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INDIANAPOLIS, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. Marine Corps veteran Rodney K. Rolland today was appointed National Adjutant of The American Legion, the nation's largest veterans service organization.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. Marine Corps veteran Rodney K. Rolland today was appointed National Adjutant of The American Legion, the nation's largest veterans service organization.
  • Having served as Assistant National Adjutant from May 1, 2022, until his new appointment, Rolland also led and worked in the Human Resources Division at National Headquarters for more than 17 years.
  • The adjutant is the administrative head of the organization, overseeing National Headquarters and all other national offices.
  • The adjutant administers the policies and mandates of the national convention and the National Executive Committee.

Ultimate Medical Academy Extends “Ripple Effect of Care” Through Community Partnership and Service

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Mercoledì, Maggio 8, 2024
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“At UMA, it starts with care for our team members who then extend care to our learners.

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  • “At UMA, it starts with care for our team members who then extend care to our learners.
  • As graduates, those learners pass care along to patients through their work with our healthcare employers nationwide.”
    The Ripple Effect of Care also extends into UMA’s communities through philanthropy, partnership and volunteerism, which is a cornerstone of UMA's community engagement.
  • For UMA, the ripple effect of care isn't just a philosophy—it's a lived reality, creating waves of positive change that resonate far and wide.
  • To learn more about Ultimate Medical Academy's community initiatives and view the full report, visit: Community Outreach | Giving Back | Ultimate Medical Academy

USIC Announces Partnership With the U.S. Army Reserve’s P3O (Private Public Partnership) Program

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Martedì, Maggio 7, 2024
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USIC, LLC (“USIC”), the leader in underground utility damage prevention, signed a proclamation of partnership with the U.S. Army Reserve’s P3O (Private Public Partnership) Program May 7, 2024, in a ceremony at the company’s corporate headquarters in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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  • USIC, LLC (“USIC”), the leader in underground utility damage prevention, signed a proclamation of partnership with the U.S. Army Reserve’s P3O (Private Public Partnership) Program May 7, 2024, in a ceremony at the company’s corporate headquarters in Indianapolis, Indiana.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240506131876/en/
    USIC signed a proclamation of partnership with the U.S. Army Reserve’s P3O (Private Public Partnership) Program.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Army’s Public Private Partnership Office delivers support to link eligible Army Reserve team members to immediate and long-term employment opportunities.
  • P3O ensures Army Reserve soldiers are successful in their civilian careers, which directly benefits the Army and the nation.

Brothers to Host Grand Opening Event for JDog Junk Removal & Hauling Business on April 28th

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Venerdì, Aprile 26, 2024
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ENCINITAS, Calif., April 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Brothers Ryan & Seamus Fitzpatrick are proud to announce the grand opening of their own JDog Junk Removal & Hauling business, continuing a legacy of entrepreneurship and service in their family. With years of experience working alongside their mother in the junk removal industry, Ryan & Seamus are excited to embark on this new venture and create job opportunities for Veterans in their community.

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  • ENCINITAS, Calif., April 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Brothers Ryan & Seamus Fitzpatrick are proud to announce the grand opening of their own JDog Junk Removal & Hauling business, continuing a legacy of entrepreneurship and service in their family.
  • We are committed to upholding these values as we serve our community and provide reliable junk removal services."
  • "We are thrilled to launch our own JDog Junk Removal & Hauling business and carry on our family's legacy of entrepreneurship," said Ryan & Seamus Fitzpatrick, co-owners of the business.
  • We are committed to upholding these values as we serve our community and provide reliable junk removal services."

USIC Honored as a 2024 VETS Indexes 4 Star Employer

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Giovedì, Aprile 11, 2024
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USIC, LLC (“USIC”), the leader in underground utility damage prevention, has earned the designation of VETS Indexes 4 Star Employer in the 2024 VETS Indexes Employer Awards.

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  • USIC, LLC (“USIC”), the leader in underground utility damage prevention, has earned the designation of VETS Indexes 4 Star Employer in the 2024 VETS Indexes Employer Awards.
  • “Competition for the VETS Indexes Employer Awards was tougher than ever in 2024, as a record number of organizations participated.
  • Of those, VETS Indexes recognized 285 organizations across the following award levels: 5 Star Employer, 4 Star Employer, 3 Star Employer, and Recognized Employer.
  • This in-depth survey and recognition program analyzes employers’ policies, practices, and outcomes in detail, across the following 5 categories:
    “USIC is honored to be recognized as a VETS Indexes 4 Star Employer, and we appreciate VETS Indexes’ comprehensive process in presenting its Employer Awards,” USIC Chief Human Resources Officer Craig Haydamack stated.

Chip Ganassi Racing and The American Legion Partner with Jerry Seinfeld to Promote His Upcoming Netflix Film UNFROSTED

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Mercoledì, Aprile 17, 2024
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INDIANAPOLIS, April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chip Ganassi Racing, the reigning INDYCAR Series champions, and The American Legion, the nation's largest veterans service organization, are set to promote Netflix's upcoming comedy film "Unfrosted." The movie, directed by and starring Jerry Seinfeld, will be featured on the No. 8 American Legion Chip Ganassi Racing Honda driven by rookie Linus Lundqvist during the April 21 Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chip Ganassi Racing, the reigning INDYCAR Series champions, and The American Legion, the nation's largest veterans service organization, are set to promote Netflix's upcoming comedy film "Unfrosted."
  • The movie, directed by and starring Jerry Seinfeld, will be featured on the No.
  • 8 American Legion Chip Ganassi Racing Honda driven by rookie Linus Lundqvist during the April 21 Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach.
  • 8 American Legion Honda will sport a special "Unfrosted" paint scheme that is the texture of an unfrosted Pop-Tart along with images of Seinfeld and some cast members.

Music & Arts announces Spring 2024 "Upgrade Your Sound" events

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Martedì, Aprile 16, 2024
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FREDERICK, Md., April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Music & Arts (M&A), one of the nation's largest musical instrument retailers and lesson providers, has announced its Spring 2024 "Upgrade Your Sound" (UYS) events. Upgrade Your Sound is an ongoing M&A program that helps thriving music students level up to a higher-quality instrument. A special series of UYS open-house events featuring M&A experts will be hitting communities nationwide this April and May.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Music & Arts (M&A), one of the nation's largest musical instrument retailers and lesson providers, has announced its Spring 2024 " Upgrade Your Sound " (UYS) events.
  • Upgrade Your Sound is an ongoing M&A program that helps thriving music students level up to a higher-quality instrument.
  • A special series of UYS open-house events featuring M&A experts will be hitting communities nationwide this April and May.
  • The Spring 2024 Upgrade Your Sound event series will begin with a National String Showcase at ALL Music & Arts stores on Saturday, April 13.