Boise, Idaho

Mountain America Celebrates Ten Years of Paying It Forward

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Monday, January 11, 2021

SANDY, Utah, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --In winter of 2011, Mountain America Credit Union began paying it forward to individuals and organizations who give back to others in need.

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  • SANDY, Utah, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --In winter of 2011, Mountain America Credit Union began paying it forward to individuals and organizations who give back to others in need.
  • This marks the tenth year that Mountain America has partnered with Salt Lake City-based KUTV to spotlight those in the community who are making a positive impact in the lives of others with the Pay it Forward program.
  • Every week for the past decade, Mountain America and KUTV have paid it forward to a unique variety of causes, from animal rescues to quilters to feeding the hungry.
  • Mountain America partnered with CBS2 News in Boise, and Local8 News in Pocatello.

Healthwise Partners With the Wassmuth Center in Defense of Human Rights

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Monday, December 14, 2020

BOISE, Idaho, Dec. 14, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Healthwise, a Boise-based nonprofit organization, announced today that they were donating to The Wassmuth Center for Human Rights.

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  • BOISE, Idaho, Dec. 14, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Healthwise, a Boise-based nonprofit organization, announced today that they were donating to The Wassmuth Center for Human Rights.
  • On the morning of Dec. 9, 2020, the Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial, maintained by the Wassmuth Center for Human Rights, was defaced by swastika stickers and signs.
  • Billboards around the Treasure Valley will soon display Healthwises commitment to standing with the Wassmuth Center against hate and violence.
  • Dan Prinzing, Executive Director of the Wassmuth Center for Human Rights, urged others to speak up.

April Miller Boise, Executive Vice President and General Counsel for Eaton Corp., Joins Trane Technologies Board of Directors

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Thursday, December 10, 2020

Trane Technologies (NYSE:TT), a global climate innovator, elected April Miller Boise as a member of its Board of Directors, effective December 8, 2020.

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  • Trane Technologies (NYSE:TT), a global climate innovator, elected April Miller Boise as a member of its Board of Directors, effective December 8, 2020.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20201210005048/en/
    April Miller Boise joins Trane Technologies Board of Directors (Photo: Business Wire)
    April Miller Boise will add valuable perspective as we execute our climate-focused strategy and expand our global leadership in sustainability, said Michael W. Lamach, chairman and chief executive officer of Trane Technologies.
  • As executive vice president and general counsel of Eaton Corporation plc (NYSE: ETN), Miller Boise is a member of Eatons executive management team and advises its leadership and Board of Directors, and leads the companys global legal, corporate governance and compliance functions.
  • Miller Boise will serve on the Audit Committee and the Finance Committee of the Trane Technologies Board of Directors.

Boise Paper Announces Sponsorship of National Literacy Organization 'Reach Out and Read' Podcast Series

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Wednesday, December 9, 2020

CHICAGO, Dec. 09, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Boise Paper, a division of Packaging Corporation of America (PCA), has announced an extension of its sponsorship of Reach Out and Read a U.S. non-profit entering its fourth decade promoting childhood literacy with the sponsorship of the national organizations new podcast series.

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  • CHICAGO, Dec. 09, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Boise Paper, a division of Packaging Corporation of America (PCA), has announced an extension of its sponsorship of Reach Out and Read a U.S. non-profit entering its fourth decade promoting childhood literacy with the sponsorship of the national organizations new podcast series.
  • The series dives into a wealth of varied early childhood health and literacy topics with expert guests examining the many facets of supporting the parent-child relationship as key to early success.
  • Through their Paper with Purpose commitment to total sustainability, Boise Paper invests in people and organizations that provide support for the communities their customers and employees call home.
  • You can learn more about Boise Paper and their Paper with Purpose promise at www.boisepaper.com .

Columbia Bank Brings NeighborHub Branch Concept to Boise

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Tuesday, December 1, 2020

BOISE, Idaho, Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Columbia Bank, the wholly owned subsidiary of Columbia Banking System, Inc. (NASDAQ: COLB) ("Columbia"), today announced the opening of its high-tech, high-touch branch concept in Boise.

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  • BOISE, Idaho, Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Columbia Bank, the wholly owned subsidiary of Columbia Banking System, Inc. (NASDAQ: COLB) ("Columbia"), today announced the opening of its high-tech, high-touch branch concept in Boise.
  • In conjunction with the NeighborHub unveiling, Columbia Bank also announced it has committed to invest $100,000 in Boise as part of the bank's ongoing Pass It On Project.
  • NeighborHub is a "hub" of the community where guests can bank and also browse and relax in a comfortable, welcoming environment.
  • Headquartered in Tacoma, Washington, Columbia Banking System, Inc. (NASDAQ: COLB) is the holding company of Columbia Bank, a Washington state-chartered full-service commercial bank with locations throughout Washington, Oregon and Idaho.

Albertsons Companies to Participate in the Morgan Stanley Virtual Global Consumer & Retail Conference

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Wednesday, November 25, 2020

BOISE, Idaho, Nov. 25, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSE: ACI) announced today that its President and CEO, Vivek Sankaran, will participate in the Morgan Stanley Virtual Global Consumer & Retail Conference at 2:00 p.m.

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  • BOISE, Idaho, Nov. 25, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSE: ACI) announced today that its President and CEO, Vivek Sankaran, will participate in the Morgan Stanley Virtual Global Consumer & Retail Conference at 2:00 p.m.
  • Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies is a leading food and drug retailer in the United States.
  • Albertsons Companies is committed to helping people across the country live better lives by making a meaningful difference, neighborhood by neighborhood.
  • In 2019 alone, along with the Albertsons Companies Foundation, the Company gave $225 million in food and financial support.

Albertsons Companies Implements Contactless Temperature and Health Screening across All Facilities

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Tuesday, November 24, 2020

BOISE, Idaho, Nov. 24, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Albertsons Companies announced today that it has taken another step in enhancing its safe environment by implementing a contactless temperature check and health screening solution for associates and vendors.

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  • BOISE, Idaho, Nov. 24, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Albertsons Companies announced today that it has taken another step in enhancing its safe environment by implementing a contactless temperature check and health screening solution for associates and vendors.
  • The new technology, now being deployed across all Albertsons Companies locations, enables a safer and more reliable health screening process for those who work in their stores and facilities.
  • The new screening solution can help to avoid potential exposure for health screeners while ensuring effective temperature screening for all associates.
  • The health and safety of associates working in our facilities is a top priority, and the enhanced health screening process provides us with peace of mind while promoting a healthy workplace said Susan Morris, Chief Operations Officer, Albertsons Companies.

Unitek Learning Becomes a Leader in Idaho Education with IHCA

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Monday, November 23, 2020

BOISE, Idaho, Nov. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unitek Learning is thrilled to announce a partnership with the Idaho Health Care Association ( IHCA ).

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  • BOISE, Idaho, Nov. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unitek Learning is thrilled to announce a partnership with the Idaho Health Care Association ( IHCA ).
  • By joining this partnership, Unitek Learning has provided funding to the foundation and created a Unitek Learning Scholarship.
  • "At Unitek, we are committed to education and workforce alignment so that the next generation can thrive," said Janis Paulson, Chief Executive Officer at Unitek Learning.
  • Unitek Learning is the parent company of several distinguished learning institutions: Unitek College, Unitek EMT, Eagle Gate College, Provo College, and Brookline College.

Record-Breaking Home Sales Continue for Local Home Builder, Boise, ID

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Thursday, November 12, 2020

BOISE, Idaho, Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- CBH Homes has continuously hit record numbers in 2020 and is excited to ring in the new year with record-breaking home sales since 2005.

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  • BOISE, Idaho, Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- CBH Homes has continuously hit record numbers in 2020 and is excited to ring in the new year with record-breaking home sales since 2005.
  • As resale inventory drops and buyers continuously battle, CBH is there to offer solutions.
  • As a new home builder with over 200+ move-in ready homes, CBH has more options and easier ways to buy than ever before.
  • "These are exciting times and we're here going full throttle to provide the Treasure Valley with more inventory and move-in ready homes," said Corey Barton, President/Owner of CBH Homes.

Healthwise Recognized for Plain Language Excellence with 2020 ClearMark Awards

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Tuesday, November 10, 2020

BOISE, Idaho, Nov. 10, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Healthwise announced today that it captured two 2020 ClearMark Awards from the Center for Plain Language, for its patient education content.

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  • BOISE, Idaho, Nov. 10, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Healthwise announced today that it captured two 2020 ClearMark Awards from the Center for Plain Language, for its patient education content.
  • The ClearMark Awards celebrate the best in clear communication and plain language from government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private companies.
  • Healthwise won the ClearMark category awards for two projects:
    Learning About LGBT Health (Patient Instruction) won an Award of Distinction in the Brochure category.
  • Healthwise holds a total of seven ClearMark Awards, including two Grand ClearMark Awards.