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Southern Ute Indian Tribe Joins Western States and Tribal Nations Natural Gas Initiative

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

The Southern Ute Indian Tribe today became the newest member of Western States and Tribal Nations (WSTN) Natural Gas Initiative , expanding the organizations sovereign tribal perspective and strengthening its voice to advocate for energy development that boosts rural economies, tribal self-determination and environmental improvement.

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  • The Southern Ute Indian Tribe today became the newest member of Western States and Tribal Nations (WSTN) Natural Gas Initiative , expanding the organizations sovereign tribal perspective and strengthening its voice to advocate for energy development that boosts rural economies, tribal self-determination and environmental improvement.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210803005921/en/
    The Southern Ute Indian Tribe formally joins Western States and Tribal Nations Natural Gas Initiative.
  • The Ute Indian Tribe welcomes the Southern Ute Tribe to Western States and Tribal Nations.
  • Western States and Tribal Nations is a unique, trans-national initiative led by state, county and sovereign tribal nation governments, focused on creating rural economic development, advancing tribal self-determination and reducing global emissions by exporting western North American natural gas to international markets that need lower-emitting fuels.

CE+P to Partner with the U.S. Joint BioEnergy Institute on Advanced Biofuels Research

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

In addition to JBEI, research will also be implemented by the Advanced Biofuels and Bioproducts Process Development Unit (ABPDU) of the Lawrence Berkeley National Lab (Berkeley Lab).

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  • In addition to JBEI, research will also be implemented by the Advanced Biofuels and Bioproducts Process Development Unit (ABPDU) of the Lawrence Berkeley National Lab (Berkeley Lab).
  • The Joint BioEnergy Institute (JBEI) is a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Bioenergy Research Center program combining the scientific talent, expertise, resources, and support of six national laboratories and six academic institutions.
  • The Advanced Biofuels and Bioproducts Process Development Units (ABPDU) mission is to expedite the commercialization of advanced, next-generation biofuels and bioproducts by providing industry-scale test beds.
  • ABPDU has access to cutting-edge national research organizations, academic centers of excellence, and major industries.

Generac Announces Further Expansion in Waukesha County

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

"As we continue to add employees to serve our customers and support our rapidly evolving business, we have outgrown our current headquarters facility in Waukesha.

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  • "As we continue to add employees to serve our customers and support our rapidly evolving business, we have outgrown our current headquarters facility in Waukesha.
  • Generac Power Systems is investing more than $8 million to purchase and renovate the building located at W236N1402 Busse Road in the Village of Pewaukee.
  • Furthermore, within the last month, Generac opened additional offices in Denver and Boston to accommodate tremendous growth in demand for Clean Energy products.
  • Founded in 1959, Generac is a leading global designer and manufacturer of a wide range of energy technology solutions and other power products.

Elite Insurance Partners Places at #33 on Tampa Bay Business Journal's 2021 Fast 50 List

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

PALM HARBOR, Fla., Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Elite Insurance Partners ranks at #33 out of 50 companies on the Tampa Bay Business Journal Fast 50 list with a 65.63% revenue growth between 2018 and 2020.

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  • PALM HARBOR, Fla., Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Elite Insurance Partners ranks at #33 out of 50 companies on the Tampa Bay Business Journal Fast 50 list with a 65.63% revenue growth between 2018 and 2020.
  • "Even though this is our third time making the Fast 50 list, it never gets less exciting," says CEO of Elite Insurance Partners, Jagger Esch.
  • Elite Insurance Partners was also included on this year's Tampa Bay Business Journal Best Places to Work list.
  • For a full list of the Tampa Bay Business Journal Fast 50 rankings for 2021, click here .

Easterseals Oregon's 'Walk, Run & Roll' At The Oregon Zoo - A Walk & 5K Run to Support Children and Adults With Disabilities, Veterans & Seniors

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

Walk, Run & Roll Oregon 2021 is a hybrid fundraiser that participants can do on their own time to support the work of Easterseals Oregon, or they can participate during the live event at the Oregon Zoo on August 28, 2021.

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  • Walk, Run & Roll Oregon 2021 is a hybrid fundraiser that participants can do on their own time to support the work of Easterseals Oregon, or they can participate during the live event at the Oregon Zoo on August 28, 2021.
  • Every walk and run is a lifeline of funds that enables Easterseals Oregon to continue providing vital services and support to people with disabilities and their families and other disenfranchised Oregonians.
  • "We serve over 2,500 individuals and their families throughout Oregon," said Carol Salter, President/CEO of Easterseals Oregon.
  • The live, in-person Walk, Run & Roll event will kick off at 7:00 am at the Oregon Zoo for 5k runners and 1-mile walkers.

Hagerty Taps Former sweetgreen VP to Head Its Digital Products Strategy

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

Beranek will be responsible for leading the digital product development practice and will be reporting to Kelly Smith, Chief Strategy Officer.

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  • Beranek will be responsible for leading the digital product development practice and will be reporting to Kelly Smith, Chief Strategy Officer.
  • "We're inspired by all the ways digital products can support and even enhance tangible, real-world, sensory-filled experiences like taking a car for an evening drive or piloting around a circuit at speed," said McKeel Hagerty, CEO of Hagerty.
  • Dan joins Hagerty after four years as Vice President of Digital Product and Experience at sweetgreen, a digital-first, fast-casual restaurant brand.
  • Hagerty is home to Hagerty Drivers Club , Hagerty DriveShare, Hagerty Valuation Tools , Hagerty Media , Hagerty Drivers Club magazine, MotorsportReg , Hagerty Garage + Social ,the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance, the Concours d'Elegance of America , the Greenwich Concours d'Elegance , the California Mille and more.

MikeWorldWide Integrated Public Relations Hires Maria Brown to Lead US Technology Practice, Expanding Agency Footprint to Denver, Colorado

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

DENVER, Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --MikeWorldWide (MWW), one of the world's leading public relations agencies, today announced the hiring of Maria Brown as Executive Vice President in its technology practice.

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  • DENVER, Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --MikeWorldWide (MWW), one of the world's leading public relations agencies, today announced the hiring of Maria Brown as Executive Vice President in its technology practice.
  • Based in Denver, Colorado, Brown will be responsible for growing the agency's technology practice, ensuring excellent client service and establishing MWW's footprint in the Denver market.
  • "MWW's global technology work has seen tremendous growth over the last year, especially following the acquisition of Chameleon Agency, one of the top tech firms in the UK," said Michael W. Kempner, founder and CEO of MikeWorldWide.
  • "I'm thrilled to be joining MWW at such an exciting and pivotal time for the technology group," said Brown.

The National Police Association Challenges Dangerous Judge-Made Rule in New Filing with the United States Supreme Court

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

The intoxicated suspect refused to comply, instead raising the claw hammer over his head in preparation to throw it at the officers.

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  • The intoxicated suspect refused to comply, instead raising the claw hammer over his head in preparation to throw it at the officers.
  • The officers and the City of Tahlequah appealed the Tenth Circuit's decision to the United States Supreme Court.
  • The NPA filed a friend-of-the-court brief in support of the officers, arguing that the Supreme Court should take the case and overturn the provocation rule.
  • The National Police Association is represented by Robert S. Lafferrandre of Pierce Couch Hendrickson Baysinger & Green, L.L.P., of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Wyoming Automotive and Diesel Trade School Receives $500K Donation to Fund Scholarships

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

LARAMIE, Wyo., Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --WyoTech, a diesel and automotive trade school for those seeking diesel, automotive and collision refinishing careers, received a $500,000 donation to its foundation from The Todd Family.

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  • LARAMIE, Wyo., Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --WyoTech, a diesel and automotive trade school for those seeking diesel, automotive and collision refinishing careers, received a $500,000 donation to its foundation from The Todd Family.
  • A first-time donor to the WTI Foundation, Todd is continuing the family legacy of community service through this generous donation.
  • WyoTechprepares them for success in the diesel and automotive industry, where the demand for qualified technicians is growing steadily.
  • WyoTech provides one of the best hands-on training experiences in the nation, providing nine-month training programs for diesel and automotive repairs.

Palo Alto Networks to Announce Fiscal Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2021 Financial Results on Monday, August 23, 2021

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

Palo Alto Networks will host a video webcast that day at 1:30 p.m. Pacific time (4:30 p.m. Eastern time) to discuss the results.

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  • Palo Alto Networks will host a video webcast that day at 1:30 p.m. Pacific time (4:30 p.m. Eastern time) to discuss the results.
  • The live video webcast will be accessible from the "Investors" section of the Palo Alto Networks website at investors.paloaltonetworks.com .
  • A press release will be accessible from the Palo Alto Networks website prior to the commencement of the webcast.
  • Palo Alto Networks and the Palo Alto Networks logo are trademarks of Palo Alto Networks, Inc. in the United States and in jurisdictions throughout the world.