Veteran

Rush Truck Centers launches special sweepstakes for the chance to win the final Peterbilt Model 389 ever produced; proceeds to benefit Wounded Warrior Project

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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Rush Truck Centers secured the final Model 389 with a winning bid of $1.5 million in an auction hosted by Peterbilt and attended by its dealer body at the 2023 Peterbilt dealer meeting.

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  • Rush Truck Centers secured the final Model 389 with a winning bid of $1.5 million in an auction hosted by Peterbilt and attended by its dealer body at the 2023 Peterbilt dealer meeting.
  • Peterbilt and Rush Truck Centers will donate the full amount of the winning bid to two additional charitable organizations: Truckers Against Trafficking and Wreaths Across America.
  • Peterbilt will contribute the full retail price of the truck – $250,000 and Rush Truck Centers will contribute the remaining $1,250,000 evenly between the two organizations.
  • On December 22, 2023, we produced the last Model 389,” said Jason Skoog, Peterbilt general manager and PACCAR vice president.

Park Place Technologies Acquires SDV Solutions

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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CLEVELAND, OH, March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Park Place Technologies, the world’s leading data center and networking optimization firm, has acquired Virginia-based SDV Solutions, which provides client-centric data center infrastructure solutions exclusively to Federal Government agencies.

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  • CLEVELAND, OH, March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Park Place Technologies, the world’s leading data center and networking optimization firm, has acquired Virginia-based SDV Solutions, which provides client-centric data center infrastructure solutions exclusively to Federal Government agencies.
  • Mike McMahan will remain with Park Place to ensure clients have a consistent and trusted team supporting the most critical missions of the U.S. Government.
  • Chris Adams, Park Place Technologies President and CEO, said SDV’s reputation and business practices make it an important addition for Park Place’s established Federal client base.
  • “SDV and Park Place will do more than maintain current standards; we will strengthen our services and provide options that will solidify our place as the U.S. Government’s most-trusted data center maintenance and optimization firm,” McMahan said.

Procurement Sciences AI Raises $10M in Series A Funding to Revolutionize the Government Contracting Business-Development Process

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Procurement Sciences AI (“PSci.AI”), the next-generation bidding-intelligence platform for government contractors, today announced that it has raised $10M in Series A funding.

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  • Procurement Sciences AI (“PSci.AI”), the next-generation bidding-intelligence platform for government contractors, today announced that it has raised $10M in Series A funding.
  • Brandon Gleklen from Battery Ventures and Jared Young from Tower Research will join the Procurement Sciences board of directors.
  • "We launched Procurement Sciences with the mission of addressing the industry's biggest pain points by adopting a generative AI-first approach," stated Christian Ferreira, founder and CEO of Procurement Sciences AI.
  • We are honored to partner with Procurement Sciences to support that mission.”
    For more information about Procurement Sciences or to request a product demo, please visit: https://ProcurementSciences.com/ or https://Awarded.AI/

Coming to Junction City: U-Haul to Complete New Store by 2026

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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U-Haul Moving & Storage of Junction City is scheduled for completion as early as spring 2026.

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  • U-Haul Moving & Storage of Junction City is scheduled for completion as early as spring 2026.
  • This will be the first U-Haul owned-and-operated facility in Junction City.
  • Plans call for a pair of three-story facilities totaling 900 indoor, climate-controlled self-storage units providing high-end security features at affordable prices.
  • In addition, the facility will offer truck and trailer sharing, U-Box portable storage containers, professional hitch installation and covered RV spaces.

American Public University, a Trailblazer in Online Education, Now Transforming into a Global Digital University; Unveils a New Visual Identity as First Step of Its Next Chapter

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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We want to prepare our students with career-relevant skills in a truly 21st century manner."

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  • We want to prepare our students with career-relevant skills in a truly 21st century manner."
  • "We are looking to provide a more engaging learning experience that leverages emerging technologies to foster connections and a deeper sense of community and continues to be asynchronous in nature, but human by design," Mr. Fernandes added.
  • APUS is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI).
  • 1American Public University System ranked in the Top 11% for return on educational investment, compared to 4,500 colleges and universities in the United States, according to the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce report .

Vuzix Commences Online Sales of Its MicroLED Binocular Waveguide Smart Safety Glasses

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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ROCHESTER, N.Y., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vuzix® Corporation (NASDAQ: VUZI), ("Vuzix" or, the "Company"), a leading supplier of smart glasses and Augmented Reality (AR) technology and products, today announced that its award-winning Vuzix Shield™ smart safety glasses are now available to the general public via www.Vuzix.com. Vuzix Shield initially launched against a limited fulfillment strategy, focused on developers and researchers.

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  • ROCHESTER, N.Y., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vuzix® Corporation (NASDAQ: VUZI), ("Vuzix" or, the "Company"), a leading supplier of smart glasses and Augmented Reality (AR) technology and products, today announced that its award-winning Vuzix Shield™ smart safety glasses are now available to the general public via www.Vuzix.com .
  • Vuzix Shield initially launched against a limited fulfillment strategy, focused on developers and researchers.
  • Vuzix Shield represents the company's most revolutionary pair of prescription-ready AR smart safety glasses, boasting enhanced 3D optics made possible by its stereoscopic microLED (µLED) waveguide-based displays.
  • Organizations interested in Vuzix Shield can order directly at https://www.vuzix.com/products/vuzix-shield-smart-glasses , or connect with the Vuzix sales team to discuss how binocular AR smart glasses can support their frontline workers.

Canine Companions® Launches the CanineAlert™ Device

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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SANTA ROSA, Calif., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Canine Companions®, the nonprofit organization that transforms the lives of children, adults, and veterans with disabilities, by providing them with expertly trained service dogs free of charge, announces the launch of the groundbreaking CanineAlert™ Device. For many veterans, PTSD-induced nightmares are a debilitating aspect of daily life impacting sleep quality, overall well-being and daily functioning. Canine Companions® expertly trained service dogs already support veterans experiencing PTSD but the addition of this device alerts the service dogs earlier and enables them to interrupt PTSD episodes earlier, leading to a shorter recovery period process. The CanineAlert™ Device integrates state-of-the-art technology with the specialized training of Canine Companions® service dogs, offering a more comprehensive solution to the traumatic nightmares experienced by veterans living with the symptoms of PTSD.

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  • The CanineAlert™ Device integrates state-of-the-art technology with the specialized training of Canine Companions® service dogs, offering a more comprehensive solution to the traumatic nightmares experienced by veterans living with the symptoms of PTSD.
  • The CanineAlert™ Device, developed and patented by Canine Companions® in-house team, monitors the wearer's heart rate and wirelessly communicates with a collar device worn by the service dog.
  • "Our CanineAlert™ Device is a significant advancement in mitigating the impacts of PTSD," says Paige Mazzoni, CEO of Canine Companions®.
  • Canine Companions® developed the CanineAlert™ Device to improve upon one of the most popular skills among Canine Companions® service dogs, the ability to recognize active nightmares and intervene by pulling off blankets or otherwise waking their humans and interrupting the episode.

i-Health, Inc. Urges U.S. Congressional Leaders to Prioritize the Funding of Natural & Non-Hormonal Solutions for Menopause in Women's Health Research

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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i-Health, Inc. starts discussions with Congress to enhance research and funding for non-hormonal menopause options.

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  • i-Health, Inc. starts discussions with Congress to enhance research and funding for non-hormonal menopause options.
  • Research gaps are especially prevalent for health conditions associated with women's midlife and later years, including perimenopause and menopause."
  • The latest Executive Order from President Biden aims to close research gaps on women's health across their lifespans.
  • i-Health, Inc. the company behind Estroven®, the leading brand in natural, non-hormonal menopause relief‡, is committed to driving meaningful change for often overlooked health issues.

Paralyzed Veterans of America to Honor L'Oréal USA with PVA Disability Innovation Award at Igniting Change Gala on April 12

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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WASHINGTON, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On Friday, April 12, Paralyzed Veterans of America will host its Igniting Change Gala and present the PVA Disability Innovation Award to L'Oréal USA, the largest subsidiary of the L'Oréal Groupe, the worldwide beauty leader.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On Friday, April 12, Paralyzed Veterans of America will host its Igniting Change Gala and present the PVA Disability Innovation Award to L'Oréal USA, the largest subsidiary of the L'Oréal Groupe, the worldwide beauty leader.
  • L'Oréal USA was chosen as it has been a leader committed to driving greater inclusion in the beauty industry.
  • L'Oréal USA actively supports the veteran community through various community initiatives led by VALOR, its employee-led resource group dedicated to veterans.
  • "PVA commends L'Oréal for its important contributions to disability innovation and inclusion, as they exemplify the spirit of our organization's own history of innovation."

Paralyzed Veterans of America honors the Washington Nationals with 2024 Barrier-Free America Award for exemplary commitment to accessibility

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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The pre-game, on-field presentation provided an opportunity to celebrate the Nationals for their outstanding dedication to accessibility and inclusivity.

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  • The pre-game, on-field presentation provided an opportunity to celebrate the Nationals for their outstanding dedication to accessibility and inclusivity.
  • "The Washington Nationals helped set the standard for accessibility across professional sporting venues," said Robert Thomas, National President of Paralyzed Veterans of America.
  • "Their commitment to ensuring all fans can fully participate in the excitement of America's favorite pastime is truly exceptional.
  • "We are honored to receive PVA's Barrier-Free America Award," said Frank Gambino, Senior Vice President & General Manager of Nationals Park.