Hurricane Harvey

THE BOB WOODRUFF FOUNDATION ACTIVATES NATURAL DISASTER FUND TO AID MILITARY FAMILIES DISPLACED BY TEXAS FLOODS

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torsdag, maj 9, 2024

NEW YORK, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) has activated its Natural Disaster Fund, established with support from Craig Newmark Philanthropies, to provide critical aid to military veterans and military families in response to the widespread property damage, injuries, and loss of life occurred due to recent severe flooding in 88 counties across Southeast Texas. This assistance is being provided directly by Combined Arms, a member of the Bob Woodruff Foundation Got Your 6 Network.

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  • This assistance is being provided directly by Combined Arms, a member of the Bob Woodruff Foundation Got Your 6 Network.
  • Combined Arms, a valued partner of BWF since 2017, connects veterans and military families to resources they need on the ground, and has identified over 21,000 veterans and military families residing in the disaster affected regions and mandatory evacuation zones.
  • "After hearing about the devastation facing military and veteran families in Texas, we knew we had to quickly mobilize our support," said Anne Marie Dougherty, Chief Executive Officer of the Bob Woodruff Foundation.
  • "With the leadership of the Bob Woodruff Foundation and their partners on the ground, I'm confident we can bring real relief to families in Southeast Texas through the Natural Disaster Fund."

From Rescue to Rebuilding: PermitUsNow Stands Ready to Aid Kingwood's Flood-Affected Homeowners

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tisdag, maj 7, 2024

And with the focus shifting from rescue to cleaning up, PermitUsNow has its 1.844PERMIT.4 toll-free line manned to provide tips on obtaining building permits to homeowners that suffered damage from high water.

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  • And with the focus shifting from rescue to cleaning up, PermitUsNow has its 1.844PERMIT.4 toll-free line manned to provide tips on obtaining building permits to homeowners that suffered damage from high water.
  • Vickie Salgado, Project Coordinator, PermitUsNow
    For those homeowners that must rebuild or make repairs, PermitUsNow offer permitting tips below and have their toll-free line open at 1.844.PERMIT.4 to answer questions including in Spanish.
  • For many years, PermitUsNow has answered questions and helped many homeowners and commercial property owners to pull permits after a natural disaster in Houston, along the Gulf Coast and other regions.
  • Homeowners are encouraged to call PermitUsNow for assistance with permitting at 1.844.PERMIT or visit https://permitusnow.com/quote/

JJ Watt Three-Time NFL Defensive Player of the Year & Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Headlines 2024 U.S. Venture Open

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tisdag, april 9, 2024

The funds raised at the annual event, to be held on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, aim to end poverty in Northeast Wisconsin.

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  • The funds raised at the annual event, to be held on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, aim to end poverty in Northeast Wisconsin.
  • JJ Watt has achieved numerous accolades and established himself as one of the NFL’s greatest defensive players of all time.
  • U.S. Venture is excited to partner with Watt because of his enormous philanthropy efforts following Hurricane Harvey and the JJ Watt Foundation.
  • “I am honored to be part of the U.S. Venture Open this year,” said JJ Watt.

Texas youth honored as Prudential Emerging Visionaries

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tisdag, februari 13, 2024

NEWARK, N.J., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Donte Jennings, 17, of Nolanville, and Saheb Nibber, 17, of Houston, today were each named a 2024 Prudential Emerging Visionary for their inspiring commitment to improving the lives of others.

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  • Prudential Emerging Visionaries recognizes young people ages 14-18 whose fresh perspectives and innovative solutions address pressing financial and societal challenges in their communities.
  • Prudential Emerging Visionaries is sponsored by Prudential in collaboration with Ashoka, a leading organization in the social impact sector, with advisory support provided by the Financial Health Network, an authority on financial health and a longtime partner of The Prudential Foundation.
  • The program is an evolution of Prudential's Spirit of Community Awards, which honored more than 150,000 outstanding youth volunteers over 26 years.
  • To read about all of this year's Prudential Emerging Visionaries, visit prudential.com/emergingvisionaries .

PCCA Appoints Kenneth S. Barrow as General Counsel

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måndag, januari 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.

YOSHIKI Auctions Beloved Crystal Piano to Support Victims of Japan Earthquake, Raising 40 Million Yen

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tisdag, januari 16, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International superstar YOSHIKI auctioned his beloved crystal piano this week, with the winning bid reaching 40 million yen (over $270,000 USD) when the 4-day auction ended on January 16.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International superstar YOSHIKI auctioned his beloved crystal piano this week, with the winning bid reaching 40 million yen (over $270,000 USD) when the 4-day auction ended on January 16.
  • YOSHIKI also donated 10 million yen earlier this month to the Japanese Red Cross to aid disaster relief through his 501(c)(3) non-profit organization Yoshiki Foundation America.
  • Immediately after the disaster, he donated a total of more than 13 million yen, including the proceeds from the auction of his crystal piano.
  • YOSHIKI is internationally recognized for his long-term philanthropic activities and has donated over 2 million dollars to charity through Yoshiki Foundation America.

YOSHIKI donates 10 million yen to the Japanese Red Cross Society to support areas affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake

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måndag, januari 8, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On January 4th, YOSHIKI donated 10 million yen to the Japanese Red Cross through his 501(c)(3) non-profit organization Yoshiki Foundation America to support areas affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On January 4th, YOSHIKI donated 10 million yen to the Japanese Red Cross through his 501(c)(3) non-profit organization Yoshiki Foundation America to support areas affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake.
  • The reason I announce these donations each time is to attempt to expand the circle of support even a little.
  • I sincerely hope that everyone in the affected areas can return to their normal lives as soon as possible."
  • In 2020, he donated 10 million yen to the Japanese Red Cross Society to support the areas affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake, nine years after the disaster.

HCA Healthcare and the HCA Healthcare Foundation Donate $250,000 to Aid Tornado Relief Efforts in Middle Tennessee

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torsdag, december 21, 2023

HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE:HCA), one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers, and the HCA Healthcare Foundation today announced they are donating $250,000 to aid those impacted by the tornadoes that recently hit Middle Tennessee.

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  • HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE:HCA), one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers, and the HCA Healthcare Foundation today announced they are donating $250,000 to aid those impacted by the tornadoes that recently hit Middle Tennessee.
  • “We empathize deeply with our communities impacted by disasters, especially when it happens here in our backyard,” said Sam Hazen, chief executive officer of HCA Healthcare.
  • Last year, HCA Healthcare supported the Red Cross in its relief efforts during Hurricane Ian and historic flooding in Kentucky.
  • During this time of year, it is such a relief to know we can count on HCA Healthcare as a dedicated partner of the humanitarian work of the Red Cross.”

‘It is a Coming Home’: Rusty Hardin & Associates Welcomes Return of Veteran Trial Lawyer Jennifer Brevorka

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torsdag, oktober 19, 2023

Rusty Hardin & Associates is pleased to announce that veteran trial lawyer Jennifer Brevorka is returning to the firm as a partner in the RH&A Houston office.

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  • Rusty Hardin & Associates is pleased to announce that veteran trial lawyer Jennifer Brevorka is returning to the firm as a partner in the RH&A Houston office.
  • I could not be happier.”
    Ms. Brevorka, who joined Rusty Hardin & Associates in 2012 and became a partner in 2018, focuses her practice on state and federal criminal law, and complex civil litigation.
  • During her tenure at Rusty Hardin & Associates, Ms. Brevorka worked on several high-profile matters.
  • “Practicing law in Canada expanded my horizons and has given me a different perspective that has helped me become a better lawyer,” said Ms. Brevorka.

TEGNA Appoints Kristie Gonzales President and General Manager at WXIA/WATL in Atlanta

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fredag, september 29, 2023

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) today announced that Kristie Gonzales has been named president and general manager at WXIA, TEGNA’s NBC affiliate in Atlanta, and WATL, effective October 23.

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  • TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) today announced that Kristie Gonzales has been named president and general manager at WXIA, TEGNA’s NBC affiliate in Atlanta, and WATL, effective October 23.
  • She will continue as vice president, media operations for TEGNA.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230929496354/en/
    Kristie Gonzales will lead station operations at TEGNA's WXIA-TV and WATL-TV in Atlanta.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Since 2016, Gonzales has been president and general manager at KVUE, TEGNA’s ABC affiliate and one of the top stations in Central Texas.