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Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine Announces Founding Dean and Location in Downtown New Orleans at Benson Tower

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月曜日, 4月 29, 2024

NEW ORLEANS, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Xavier University of Louisiana (Xavier), a leading undergraduate institution in preparing Black students to successfully complete medical school, has announced continued progress with Ochsner Health (Ochsner), the Gulf South's leading academic medical center in training physicians, to launch their transformational Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine (XOCOM). This groundbreaking partnership marks a significant milestone in advancing medical education by addressing health disparities in diverse communities and helping fulfill the urgent need for more physicians in Louisiana and the nation. The new medical school will be in the burgeoning BioDistrict New Orleans, located downtown in Benson Tower next to Caesars Superdome.

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The new medical school will be in the burgeoning BioDistrict New Orleans , located downtown in Benson Tower next to Caesars Superdome.
"Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine was born from a truly collaborative vision between Xavier University of Louisiana and Ochsner Health.
When it opens, the Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine will join the nation's four existing historically Black medical schools : Howard University College of Medicine, Morehouse School of Medicine, Meharry Medical College, and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science.
By anchoring their partnership with the Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine (XOCOM), Xavier and Ochsner will advance healthcare excellence, bring new opportunities to marginalized populations and create stellar medical education for future generations.

Four Seasons Hotel Toronto Announces One-of-a-Kind Super Bowl LVIII Owner's Tailgate and Viewing Party

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月曜日, 1月 29, 2024

TORONTO, Jan. 29, 2024 /CNW/ - This Super Bowl Sunday, celebrate in quintessential Four Seasons style with d|bar's Owner's Tailgate and Viewing Party.

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TORONTO, Jan. 29, 2024 /CNW/ - This Super Bowl Sunday, celebrate in quintessential Four Seasons style with d|bar's Owner's Tailgate and Viewing Party.
On Sunday, February 11, football enthusiasts, sports fanatics and partygoers are invited to the ultimate Super Bowl LVIII watch party at d|bar , the street-level bar and lounge inside Four Seasons Hotel Toronto .
To stay up-to-date with all hotel happenings, events and activations at Four Seasons Hotel Toronto, please follow the property's official Instagram channel @fstoronto .
This event is being hosted by Four Seasons Hotel Toronto and is not affiliated with the NFL.

Entergy to sponsor 50th Annual Bayou Classic, expands support for Historically Black Colleges and Universities

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月曜日, 11月 13, 2023

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NEW ORLEANS, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Entergy is pleased to serve as the diamond sponsor for the 50th Annual Bayou Classic, an annual event that celebrates the rich heritage and legacy of America's Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Entergy has a longstanding commitment to powering life for its customers and communities. The prominent football game, played between the Southern University Jaguars and the Grambling State University Tigers, serves as a platform to not only showcase exceptional athletic talent but also to honor the traditions, achievements and contributions of HBCUs to American society.

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NEW ORLEANS, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Entergy is pleased to serve as the diamond sponsor for the 50th Annual Bayou Classic, an annual event that celebrates the rich heritage and legacy of America's Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
"We are honored to be a sponsor of the 50th Annual Bayou Classic and help support a celebration that has become an iconic part of Thanksgiving weekend here in New Orleans," said Drew Marsh, Entergy's chairman and chief executive officer.
Entergy recognizes the significance of HBCUs in shaping the educational landscape and empowering generations of Black students.
Entergy looks forward to a memorable 50th Annual Bayou Classic event that celebrates the achievements and cultural significance of HBCUs.

Artificial Grass: Arizona's Answer to Spiraling Water Bills by Landscaping Expert Shawn Ramey

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火曜日, 10月 17, 2023

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PHOENIX, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As Phoenix prepares for significant water rate hikes scheduled over the next few years, Shawn Ramey, the Owner of Elite Turf and a leading figure in the landscaping industry, underscores the essential role of artificial grass in water conservation efforts. Leveraging nearly two decades of experience, Shawn advises businesses and residents to consider synthetic grass as a solution to Arizona's looming water challenges.

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In response to Phoenix's anticipated water rate hikes and Arizona's growing water scarcity, Shawn Ramey of Elite Turf champions artificial grass as a sustainable solution, emphasizing its critical role in water conservation.
Leveraging nearly two decades of experience, Shawn advises businesses and residents to consider synthetic grass as a solution to Arizona's looming water challenges.
"The adoption of artificial turf isn't simply a landscaping choice but a pledge to Arizona's future.
The Artificial Turf Council calculates that "Billions of gallons of water can be saved yearly by replacing grass with artificial turf."

LiveOne (LVO) Subsidiary LiveXLive Partners With METAvivor to Fight Metastatic Breast Cancer, Live Streaming #LightUpMBC Live on October 13, 2023 to 220 Countries

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月曜日, 10月 9, 2023

LOS ANGELES, CA, Oct. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire -- LiveOne (Nasdaq: LVO), an award-winning, creator-first music, entertainment, and technology platform, is excited to announce its collaboration with METAvivor Research and Support for the fifth annual #LightUpMBC Live event. On October 13, 2023, National Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day, LiveOne will livestream the event, lighting over 275 landmarks across all 50 U.S. states, D.C., Puerto Rico, Canada, Australia, England, Ireland and more in the distinctive MBC awareness colors of green, teal, and pink.

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This global event, fueled by hundreds of #LightUpMBC ambassadors, seeks to raise vital awareness and funds for metastatic breast cancer research.
#LightUpMBC Live will feature compelling MBC patient stories and musical performances to drive funds for MBC research.
Jamil Rivers, METAvivor President, urges donations for crucial stage IV MBC research, stating, "It's the singular path to offering extensions to lives confronting this terminal illness."
For more information, to donate and view a list of participating landmarks, visit:

ASM Global Appoints Alex Bowen as Vice President of Live Entertainment

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月曜日, 9月 25, 2023

ASM Global , the world’s leading producer of live-event experiences, venue management and event strategy, has appointed Alex Bowen as vice president of live entertainment.

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ASM Global , the world’s leading producer of live-event experiences, venue management and event strategy, has appointed Alex Bowen as vice president of live entertainment.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230925944463/en/
Alex Bowen, Vice President of Live Entertainment, ASM Global (Photo: Business Wire)
In his new role, Bowen will manage event procurement and live-entertainment bookings for ASM Global venues in New Orleans, including Caesars Superdome, Smoothie King Center, Champions Square and Shrine on Airline as well as the new Thunder Ridge Nature’s Arena in Ridgedale, Missouri.
With more than a decade of live-event experience, Bowen has expertise in many areas, ranging from concert production, artist management and marketing to operations, event procurement and talent booking.
“As a native of Louisiana, Bowen has been intertwined in every aspect of the state’s rich live music and entertainment culture and throughout his career has even helped to revive venues with the caliber of talent he brings to the stage,” said John Boyle, ASM Global’s chief content officer.

Louisiana Judge Rules in Descendants Project's Favor in Suit Over Massive Grain Development Project

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金曜日, 8月 4, 2023

Wallace, La., Aug. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Joy and Jo Banner, founders of the Descendants Project, issued the statement below following a ruling today in their favor by Judge J.

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Wallace, La., Aug. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Joy and Jo Banner, founders of the Descendants Project, issued the statement below following a ruling today in their favor by Judge J.
“We thank the Court for ruling that the Greenfield site in Wallace be returned to residential zoning, which will prevent the continued development of environmentally devastating projects like the proposed Greenfield Terminal.
We are hopeful this ruling puts an end to the illegal 30-year-old rezoning ordinance that categorized the historic St. John the Baptist Parish in Louisiana as an industrial area.
The Descendants Project is a 501c3 nonprofit organization established to support descendant communities in river parishes working together to dismantle the legacies of slavery and to achieve a healed and liberated future.

TuneIn & The BIG 615 Want to Fly You and a Friend to the Sugar Bowl for a Garth Brooks Concert

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金曜日, 8月 4, 2023

TuneIn, the world’s leading live audio service, announced today that it is sending one lucky winner and a friend to Garth Brooks’ Sugar Bowl Concert on September 2.

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TuneIn, the world’s leading live audio service, announced today that it is sending one lucky winner and a friend to Garth Brooks’ Sugar Bowl Concert on September 2.
Special guests Lainey Wilson and the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band will open for headliner Garth Brooks at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.
In June, TuneIn teamed up with Garth Brooks to launch The BIG 615 radio station from his SEVENS Radio Network.
Sponsor: TuneIn, Inc.
To get ready to enter the giveaway download TuneIn from the App Store or Google Play now.

Disney Celebrates the ‘Power of Joy’ at the 2023 Essence Festival of Culture™ in New Orleans

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月曜日, 6月 26, 2023

“ESSENCE Fest Primetime” will livestream on Hulu Friday, June 30, through Sunday, July 2, from 7:00 p.m.–11:59 p.m. CT.

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“ESSENCE Fest Primetime” will livestream on Hulu Friday, June 30, through Sunday, July 2, from 7:00 p.m.–11:59 p.m. CT.
Drawing more than 1.9 million in-person and virtual attendees last year, ESSENCE Festival of Culture™ is the largest annual gathering of people in the country.
For more than a decade, Disney has sponsored ESSENCE Fest.
“Disney is proud to return to the ESSENCE Festival of Culture as a major sponsor and showcase the magic happening across our brands,” said Jill Estorino, president and managing director of Disney Parks International.

Thousands Sign Petition in Opposition to Massive Grain Terminal in Louisiana that Would Erase ‘Vital History’ for Black Descendants

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火曜日, 5月 16, 2023

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“Greenfield Louisiana LLC, a company from Denver, wants to erase this vital history by building what would be one of the world’s largest grain elevators - the Greenfield Terminal - in the heart of this historic area,” the petition reads.

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“Greenfield Louisiana LLC, a company from Denver, wants to erase this vital history by building what would be one of the world’s largest grain elevators - the Greenfield Terminal - in the heart of this historic area,” the petition reads.
Sterling Snowdy of the 40th Judicial District in Louisiana battling a decades-old rezoning ordinance that illegally categorized the historic St. John the Baptist Parish in Louisiana as an industrial area.
Go to https://only.one/act/we-love-wallace to view and sign the petition.
The Descendants Project is a 501c3 nonprofit organization established to support descendant communities in river parishes working together to dismantle the legacies of slavery and to achieve a healed and liberated future.