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SOC Telemed Expands Partnership with UnityPoint Health to Scale Telemedicine Solution and Increase Access to Behavioral Health Specialists

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

Based on the success over the past three years working with SOC Telemed, UnityPoint Health is expanding its telePsychiatry services, adding the Telemed IQ telemedicine platform and SOC-provided psychiatrists to four additional hospitals.

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  • Based on the success over the past three years working with SOC Telemed, UnityPoint Health is expanding its telePsychiatry services, adding the Telemed IQ telemedicine platform and SOC-provided psychiatrists to four additional hospitals.
  • SOC Telemed will go live with telePsychiatry services for UnityPoint Health in the second half of 2021 in both markets.
  • SOC Telemed's relationship with UnityPoint Health began in 2018 at Allen Hospital, a not-for-profit community hospital located in Waterloo, Iowa.
  • Prior to implementing SOC Telemed's enterprise solution, Allen Hospital had one full-time psychiatrist staffing its 21-bed behavioral health unit.

Davenport University Named the Safest Campus in Michigan

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Thursday, July 29, 2021

Today Davenport University was named the safest campus in Michigan and among the top safest universities in the country by YourLocalSecurity.com, partner of SafeStreets an ADT Authorized Provider.

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  • Today Davenport University was named the safest campus in Michigan and among the top safest universities in the country by YourLocalSecurity.com, partner of SafeStreets an ADT Authorized Provider.
  • "This recognition is a validation of our hard work to offer students a high-quality education and a safe learning environment," said Dr. Richard J. Pappas, president of Davenport University.
  • Davenport is a private, non-profit university serving nearly 6,000 students at campuses across Michigan and online.
  • Founded in 1866, Davenport is a private, non-profit university serving nearly 6,000 students at campuses across Michigan and online.

UnityPoint Health -- Des Moines Partners with Qventus to Deliver Improved Patient Experience

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Monday, July 26, 2021

This new system will help UnityPoint Health Des Moines frontline team members better plan their patient's care and prepare them for being discharged.

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  • This new system will help UnityPoint Health Des Moines frontline team members better plan their patient's care and prepare them for being discharged.
  • UnityPoint Health Des Moines partnered with Qventus for its demonstrated, measurable success delivering AI-enabled best-practice solutions, data integration, and change management in hundreds of deployments in leading health systems nationwide.The solution will help the UnityPoint Health Des Moines team achieve an important patient experience goal of discharging approved patients by noon.
  • "Innovative health systems like UnityPoint Health Des Moines are increasingly adopting real-time clinical operations to gain a competitive edge over traditional competitors and earn trust from consumers amid new emerging players.
  • UnityPoint Health entities employ more than 32,000 employees who are dedicated to making it easier for people to live well.

Apollo Closes Amalgamation with Stronghold and Creates Significant US Pure Silver Exploration and Development Company

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Friday, July 9, 2021

There is insufficient information available to properly assess the data quality, estimation parameters and standards by which the estimates were categorized.

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  • There is insufficient information available to properly assess the data quality, estimation parameters and standards by which the estimates were categorized.
  • Pursuant to various option agreements, Stronghold holds the right to acquire a 100% interest in The Waterloo, Langtry and Arizona Silver District Projects.
  • Stronghold USA and Pan American have entered into subsequent amendments extending the closing of the transaction to July 12, 2021.
  • The company is focussed on advancing its portfolio of three significant pure silver development projects; the historical Waterloo and Langtry Deposits, in San Bernardino California and Silver District Project in Arizona with significant historic drilling database with large exploration upside with new unexplored land packages.

Indie Beauty Brand Launches Charitable Ambassador Program, Upholding Environmental Commitment to Community

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Thursday, July 8, 2021

But Bl Fern's philanthropic spin and community focus is even more enticing to social media users.

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  • But Bl Fern's philanthropic spin and community focus is even more enticing to social media users.
  • Bl Fern Founders John and Vivian Robinson have an emanating desire to give back to the community.
  • Influencers and skincare aficionados who are interested in joining the Bl Fern Beauties ambassador program are encouraged to apply by visiting, Bl Fern - Affiliate Page .
  • Bl Fernhelps maintain that focus, while making authentic connections in the local community to invest in its natural sanctuaries.

It’s Time to Celebrate the Students! Iowa Virtual Academy Class of 2021 Never Stopped Moving Forward

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Thursday, June 3, 2021

After a school year like no other, Iowa Virtual Academy (IAVA), an online public school program of the Clayton Ridge Community School District, will celebrate the Class of 2021 with a virtual commencement ceremony on Saturday, June 5th, 2021.

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  • After a school year like no other, Iowa Virtual Academy (IAVA), an online public school program of the Clayton Ridge Community School District, will celebrate the Class of 2021 with a virtual commencement ceremony on Saturday, June 5th, 2021.
  • Collectively, the Class of 2021 reports it has been accepted to technical schools, colleges, and universities across the country, including Iowa State, University of Iowa, University of Northern Iowa, DMACC, and Hawkeye, Kirkwood, Upper Iowa Community Colleges.
  • The Class of 2021 has overcome enormous obstacles as they conclude their high school experience, said IAVA Head of School Steven Hoff.
  • Iowa Virtual Academys individualized approach gives Iowa students the chance to learn in the ways that are right for them.

HawkSoft Partners with Duck Creek Technologies, Offering Independent Insurance Agents Direct Connections to Supported Carriers

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021

The partnership enables independent agencies using HawkSoft's management system to leverage policy and client data throughout the Duck Creek Platform.

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  • The partnership enables independent agencies using HawkSoft's management system to leverage policy and client data throughout the Duck Creek Platform.
  • "Partnering with Duck Creek is an amazing opportunity to diversify the routes available for an agent that get them to a direct interaction between their agency technology and the many carriers using Duck Creek solutions."
  • Duck Creek enhances the agent experience through integrationfrom HawkSoft into Duck Creek's Producer and AgencyPortal products.
  • This exciting partnership with HawkSoft provides an efficient solution to carriers for their agents using the HawkSoft management system."

QCR Holdings, Inc. Elects Marie Ziegler as Board Chair; Announces a Cash Dividend of $0.06 Per Share

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Monday, May 24, 2021

MOLINE, Ill., May 24, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- QCR Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: QCRH) today announced Marie Z. Ziegler, a member of the Board of Directors since 2008, was elected Chair of the Board of Directors.

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  • MOLINE, Ill., May 24, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- QCR Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: QCRH) today announced Marie Z. Ziegler, a member of the Board of Directors since 2008, was elected Chair of the Board of Directors.
  • Ziegler replaces former Chair Patrick S. Baird, who will remain on the Board.
  • Additionally, on May 19, 2021, the Companys Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.06 per share payable on July 7, 2021, to holders of common stock of the Company of record on June 18, 2021.
  • Additionally, the Company serves the Waterloo/Cedar Falls, Iowa community through Community Bank & Trust, a division of Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust Company.

FBL Financial Group Shareholders Approve Transaction with Farm Bureau Property & Casualty Insurance Company

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Friday, May 21, 2021

b'FBL Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: FFG) (\xe2\x80\x9cFBL Financial Group\xe2\x80\x9d or \xe2\x80\x9cthe Company\xe2\x80\x9d) today announced that, based on the preliminary voting results from a special meeting of shareholders held today, FBL Financial Group\xe2\x80\x99s shareholders have approved the previously announced transaction under which Farm Bureau Property & Casualty Insurance Company (\xe2\x80\x9cFBPCIC\xe2\x80\x9d) will acquire all of the outstanding shares of FBL Financial Group Class A and Class B common stock, excluding shares owned by FBPCIC and the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation (\xe2\x80\x9cIFBF\xe2\x80\x9d), for $61.00 per share in cash.\n\xe2\x80\x9cThroughout this process, the Special Committee was singularly focused on maximizing value for FBL Financial Group\xe2\x80\x99s unaffiliated shareholders and we welcome their support,\xe2\x80\x9d said Paul Larson, Chairman of the Special Committee.

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  • b'FBL Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: FFG) (\xe2\x80\x9cFBL Financial Group\xe2\x80\x9d or \xe2\x80\x9cthe Company\xe2\x80\x9d) today announced that, based on the preliminary voting results from a special meeting of shareholders held today, FBL Financial Group\xe2\x80\x99s shareholders have approved the previously announced transaction under which Farm Bureau Property & Casualty Insurance Company (\xe2\x80\x9cFBPCIC\xe2\x80\x9d) will acquire all of the outstanding shares of FBL Financial Group Class A and Class B common stock, excluding shares owned by FBPCIC and the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation (\xe2\x80\x9cIFBF\xe2\x80\x9d), for $61.00 per share in cash.\n\xe2\x80\x9cThroughout this process, the Special Committee was singularly focused on maximizing value for FBL Financial Group\xe2\x80\x99s unaffiliated shareholders and we welcome their support,\xe2\x80\x9d said Paul Larson, Chairman of the Special Committee.
  • Operating under the consumer brand name Farm Bureau Financial Services, its affiliates offer a broad range of life insurance, annuity and investment products distributed by multiline exclusive Farm Bureau agents.
  • In addition, FBL Financial Group manages all aspects of two Farm Bureau affiliated property-casualty insurance companies for a management fee.
  • Headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa, FBL Financial Group is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol FFG.

2021 Principal Charity Classic to Double Attendee Capacity

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Friday, May 21, 2021

b'PGA TOUR Champions and the Principal Charity Classic today announced plans to increase attendee capacity for the golf tournament scheduled for June 1-6 at the Wakonda Club in Des Moines.\nIn accordance with city and state protocols, tournament organizers and local officials determined as many as 10,000 attendees per day may attend the tournament, which has raised more than $30 million for Iowa children\xe2\x80\x99s charities since 2007.

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  • b'PGA TOUR Champions and the Principal Charity Classic today announced plans to increase attendee capacity for the golf tournament scheduled for June 1-6 at the Wakonda Club in Des Moines.\nIn accordance with city and state protocols, tournament organizers and local officials determined as many as 10,000 attendees per day may attend the tournament, which has raised more than $30 million for Iowa children\xe2\x80\x99s charities since 2007.
  • Initial capacity for the Principal Charity Classic was set at 5,000 attendees per day in March.\n\xe2\x80\x9cWe are thankful that conditions in Des Moines continue to improve and we are ready to safely welcome more of our loyal fans,\xe2\x80\x9d said Douglas Habgood, Tournament Director of the Principal Charity Classic.\nAs of Thursday, 95% of the initial daily ticket allocation had been purchased.
  • In 2020, the Principal Charity Classic raised a record $6.7 million for charity, bringing the tournament\xe2\x80\x99s giving total to more than $30 million since 2007.
  • Follow PGA TOUR Champions online at PGATOUR.com, at facebook.com/PGATOURChampions , on Twitter @ChampionsTour and on Instagram @pgatourchampions .\nView source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210521005123/en/\n'