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Rock Island Auction Company Hosts First Premier Auction of 2024, May 17-19

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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BEDFORD, Texas, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rock Island Auction Company (RIAC) is proud to announce its first Premier Auction of 2024, taking place Friday, May 17 through Sunday, May 19 in Bedford, TX. As the world's leading firearms auction house, RIAC will showcase over 2,200 items, including exceptional presidential firearms, military vehicles and a diverse range of high art European arms.

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  • The premier auction will commence with a full-day preview event, Thursday, May 16.
  • Doors open at 10 a.m., and attendees will have early access to explore the most prestigious items up for auction.
  • "The first Premier Auction of the year is always exciting, and we have an extraordinary array of firearms that represent the best of what's publicly available today," said Kevin Hogan, President of Rock Island Auction Company.
  • After the grand opening of Rock Island Auction Company's Bedford facility in December of 2023, the world's number one firearms auction house is pleased to host its second premier auction at 3600 E. Harwood Road.

NAIFA-California honors Tom Michel with distinguished award

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Friday, December 8, 2023
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LINCOLN, Neb., Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tom Michel, LACP, CLTC, has been named the recipient of the 2023 Norman G. Levine Distinguished Service Award by NAIFA-California.

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  • LINCOLN, Neb., Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tom Michel, LACP, CLTC, has been named the recipient of the 2023 Norman G. Levine Distinguished Service Award by NAIFA-California.
  • The award recognizes outstanding dedication, leadership and contributions to NAIFA-California and the insurance and financial services industry.
  • Tom Michel named 2023 Norman G. Levine Distinguished Service Award recipient by NAIFA-California.
  • "His contributions have left an indelible mark on our association, and we are thrilled to see NAIFA-California honor him with the Norman G. Levine Distinguished Service Award."

Norman's Hallmark Highlights Top-selling Holiday Gifts - So Far - for 2023

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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NEWTOWN, Pa., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The season of giving is upon us and Norman's Hallmark — an employee-owned company and the nation's largest independent owner of Gold Crown Hallmark stores — is ready to help spread more "merry." With holiday shopping well underway, the card and specialty gift retailer has compiled a list of its top-selling gifts – so far – with plenty of ideas for every taste and budget.

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  • With holiday shopping well underway, the card and specialty gift retailer has compiled a list of its top-selling gifts – so far – with plenty of ideas for every taste and budget.
  • "A one-stop shop for gift-giving, Norman's Hallmark has everything shoppers need to make the holiday complete," said Kim Dunn, Norman's marketing director.
  • "Our customer favorites this year are sure to appeal to any recipient, from co-workers and neighbors to family members, teachers and your BFF."
  • The top-selling gifts – so far – at Norman's Hallmark this holiday season include:
    Pickleball, Anyone?

National Newspaper Awards open 2023 contest with new categories

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Friday, December 1, 2023
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TORONTO, Dec. 1, 2023 /CNW/ - The National Newspapers Awards will for the first time accept entries in languages other than French or English when the 75th annual contest opens today.

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  • TORONTO, Dec. 1, 2023 /CNW/ - The National Newspapers Awards will for the first time accept entries in languages other than French or English when the 75th annual contest opens today.
  • There are three other photo categories in 2023: News Photo, Feature Photo and Sports Photo.
  • The contest is open to print or digital publications that publish at least five days a week.
  • The awards were established by the Toronto Press Club in 1949 to encourage excellence and reward achievement in daily newspaper work in Canada.

Unseen for 50 Years - Exquisite Fine Arms Collection Goes to Auction

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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ROCK ISLAND, Ill., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rock Island Auction Company (RIAC) is presenting the collection of Norman R. Blank – a grouping of high art European arms over 50 years in the making and unseen by the public for several decades. Offering unmatched examples of European artistry, the collection of fine arms is already garnering the attention of several museums. The grouping is highlighted by a cased pair of presentation pistols by Parisian master gunmaker Gastinne-Renette whose clientele has included the Emperor of France and the King of Spain. They will be available at the December Premier Auction in Bedford, Texas, Friday, Dec. 8 through Sunday, Dec. 10, as part of numerous selections from the Norman R. Blank Collection.

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  • Offering unmatched examples of European artistry, the collection of fine arms is already garnering the attention of several museums.
  • They will be available at the December Premier Auction in Bedford, Texas, Friday, Dec. 8 through Sunday, Dec. 10, as part of numerous selections from the Norman R. Blank Collection.
  • "Mr. Blank's collection presents an extremely exciting moment in the world of fine arms.
  • Blank's distinguished collection includes high-end European firearms, from exquisite 17th-century flintlocks and wheellocks to exhibition-quality cartridge guns from the early 20th century.

Tom Michel Honored as the 2023 Recipient of the Norman G. Levine Distinguished Service Award by NAIFA-California

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Friday, October 6, 2023
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ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NAIFA-California is thrilled to announce that Tom Michel, LACP, CLTC, loyal member since 1986, has been selected as the recipient of the prestigious Norman G. Levine Distinguished Service Award for 2023. This esteemed accolade recognizes outstanding dedication, leadership, and contributions to the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors - California (NAIFA-California) and the broader insurance and financial services industry.

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  • NAIFA-California is thrilled to announce that Tom Michel, LACP, CLTC, loyal member since 1986,has been selected as the recipient of the prestigious Norman G. Levine Distinguished Service Award for 2023.
  • ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NAIFA-California is thrilled to announce that Tom Michel, LACP, CLTC, loyal member since 1986, has been selected as the recipient of the prestigious Norman G. Levine Distinguished Service Award for 2023.
  • "Tom Michel's contributions have left an indelible mark on our association, and we are thrilled to see NAIFA-California honor him with the Norman G. Levine Distinguished Service Award."
  • The award was created in 1992 as NAIFA-California's highest honor and was renamed to the Norman G. Levine Distinguished Service Award after his passing to honor his legacy.

NASFM Recognizes ExxonMobil with the Norman Y. Mineta Excellence in Transportation Safety Award

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Monday, July 31, 2023
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BRUSLY, La., July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Association of State Fire Marshals (NASFM), a national organization whose members include the most senior fire officials in the United States, is delighted to honor ExxonMobil with the esteemed Norman Y. Mineta Excellence in Transportation Safety Award.

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  • BRUSLY, La., July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Association of State Fire Marshals (NASFM), a national organization whose members include the most senior fire officials in the United States, is delighted to honor ExxonMobil with the esteemed Norman Y. Mineta Excellence in Transportation Safety Award.
  • The Norman Y. Mineta Excellence in Transportation Safety Award is an honor awarded to individuals or organizations who have shown a significant and lasting contribution to product, material and human safety.
  • Named after its first recipient, former U.S. Secretary of Transportation Norman Y. Mineta, the award recognizes achievements in transportation safety standards that exceed the minimum requirements.
  • Since 2005, 11 organizations or individuals have received the Norman Y. Mineta Excellence in Transportation Safety Award.

Crush Challenge Returns for 9th Year on August 26 to the Napa Valley

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Thursday, July 27, 2023
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NAPA, Calif., July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ZD Wines and the deLeuze Family Charitable Foundation are excited to announce that Crush Challenge, the ultimate food, wine, and cycling lifestyle event in Napa Valley, returns this year on Saturday, August 26, 2023.

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  • Napa Valley Event Offers Cyclists, Foodies, and Wine Lovers a Day of Fun and Philanthropy
    NAPA, Calif., July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ZD Wines and the deLeuze Family Charitable Foundation are excited to announce that Crush Challenge , the ultimate food, wine, and cycling lifestyle event in Napa Valley, returns this year on Saturday, August 26, 2023.
  • Proceeds of Crush Challenge are dedicated to finding a non-toxic cure for cancer at UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center, as well as providing funding for the Teen Center at Boys & Girls Clubs of Napa Valley.
  • Last year, the event raised a record-breaking $182,500 for the charities, and over $635,000 (net) since inception.
  • Tickets are $250 for the cycling ride, or $25 if you fundraise the rest, and include admission to the Food & Wine Garden.

MiQ Appoints Leading Media & Technology Executives Zillah Byng-Thorne and Rob Norman to Global Statutory Board

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023
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MiQ , a leading global programmatic media partner, today proudly announced the appointment of esteemed media and technology leaders Zillah Byng-Thorne and Rob Norman as non-executive directors to its Global Statutory Board.

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  • MiQ , a leading global programmatic media partner, today proudly announced the appointment of esteemed media and technology leaders Zillah Byng-Thorne and Rob Norman as non-executive directors to its Global Statutory Board.
  • “It’s an honor to welcome Zillah and Rob to our statutory board to advise on MiQ’s ongoing global initiatives,” said Gurman Hundal, Co-founder and Global Chairman, MiQ.
  • Norman currently serves on numerous boards in the media technology space, including Simpli.fi, Piano, Nova and Barrington Media, and held prior board director roles with BBC Global News Limited and Comscore.
  • “I’m honored to officially join the Global Statutory Board,” said Norman.

National School Chaplain Association Announces TX Proposal Awareness Campaign

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Thursday, April 13, 2023
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Norman, Oklahoma--(Newsfile Corp. - April 13, 2023) - The National School Chaplain Association (NSCA) has launched an awareness campaign about the proposal to fund school chaplains in Texas.

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  • Norman, Oklahoma--(Newsfile Corp. - April 13, 2023) - The National School Chaplain Association (NSCA) has launched an awareness campaign about the proposal to fund school chaplains in Texas.
  • The NSCA believes that having a chaplain in residence diminishes incidents of violence, increases school safety, and improves the students' and teachers' mental health.
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    The proposed bill, SB 763, permits schools to hire school chaplains as guidance counselors, explains the NSCA.
  • "The National School Chaplain Association was established to promote school chaplains as legitimate and necessary members of school staff through national standards and certification.