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Raw Story Sues OpenAI for Violating Copyright Act

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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Raw Story, America’s largest independent progressive news site, today filed suit against OpenAI for using thousands of Raw Story’s news articles to train ChatGPT in violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.

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  • Raw Story, America’s largest independent progressive news site, today filed suit against OpenAI for using thousands of Raw Story’s news articles to train ChatGPT in violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
  • “Raw Story’s copyright-protected journalism is the result of significant efforts of human journalists who report the news,” said Raw Story Publisher Roxanne Cooper.
  • Begun as a small, one-man political blog, Raw Story grew to become the largest independent progressive news website in America.
  • The suit is case 24-cv-01514, Raw Story Media, Inc. et al v. OpenAI, Inc. et al.

Southeastern Grocers honors Black History Month with annual grant program and community service

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG), parent company and home of Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, together with the SEG Gives Foundation, is honoring Black History Month and its enduring commitment to belonging, inclusion and diversity with the launch of its annual grant program and community service initiatives.

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  • Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG), parent company and home of Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, together with the SEG Gives Foundation, is honoring Black History Month and its enduring commitment to belonging, inclusion and diversity with the launch of its annual grant program and community service initiatives.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240201842240/en/
    Southeastern Grocers, together with its Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie associates, celebrates Black History Month and its commitment to belonging, inclusion and diversity with the launch of its annual grant program and community service initiatives, including the recent Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Foundation Holiday Grand Parade in its hometown of Jacksonville.
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    The grocer is now accepting applications from nonprofits throughout the Southeast for its 2024 Romay Davis Belonging, Inclusion and Diversity Grant.
  • Raymond Rhee, Chief People Officer for Southeastern Grocers, said, “Black History Month is a time to honor the rich contributions made by Black visionaries, innovators and leaders – like Ms. Romay – and we are proud to continue to nurture the diverse communities we serve every day.

Southeastern Grocers celebrates milestone in BID commitment with $1 million awarded to nonprofits

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Monday, October 30, 2023
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It’s our privilege to provide these grants to exceptional nonprofits that are making a real difference in the lives of our neighbors and transforming communities.

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  • It’s our privilege to provide these grants to exceptional nonprofits that are making a real difference in the lives of our neighbors and transforming communities.
  • This marks the fourth year SEG has awarded grants to likeminded nonprofits in the grocer’s Southeastern footprint, with a total of 104 grants presented since its inception in 2020.
  • SEG’s BID grant recipient announcement follows the 104th birthday of Winn-Dixie associate and grant namesake Romay Davis.
  • Davis’ unit was given six months to sort 18 million pieces of mail, which they completed in three months.

Daytona Beach Area CVB Launches MotoPassport Scavenger Hunt on Biketoberfest® Mobile App

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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The official Biketoberfest® mobile app, available for free download on app stores, provides the most up-to-date information on everything there is to see, do and experience during the four-day rally.

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  • The official Biketoberfest® mobile app, available for free download on app stores, provides the most up-to-date information on everything there is to see, do and experience during the four-day rally.
  • The mobile app provides users convenient access to the rally's online calendar of events, bike show details, scenic rides and more.
  • New to the mobile app this year is the MotoPassport scavenger hunt.
  • The Riverfront Esplanade, located in downtown Daytona Beach, spans a mile of Intracoastal Waterway and is a premier gathering space and botanical garden.

HomeFront bid opportunities on the Montana Purchasing Group

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Thursday, August 3, 2023
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BILLINGS, Mont., Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HomeFront (formerly the Housing Authority of Billings) announced it has joined the Montana Purchasing Group and will be utilizing the system to publish and track their bid opportunities. Bidnet Direct's Montana Purchasing Group provides a centralized location for bidding and connects participating agencies from across Montana to a large vendor pool and helps to streamline the bid process, vendors can receive notifications of any new opportunities, as well as any addenda and award information available. HomeFront invites all potential vendors to register online at http://www.bidnetdirect.com/montana/homefront.

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  • HomeFront (formerly the Housing Authority of Billings) announced it has joined the Montana Purchasing Group and will be utilizing the system to publish and track their bid opportunities.
  • BILLINGS, Mont., Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HomeFront (formerly the Housing Authority of Billings) announced it has joined the Montana Purchasing Group and will be utilizing the system to publish and track their bid opportunities.
  • Registered vendors will also have access to not only HomeFront bid opportunities, but all bids posted by participating agency within the Montana Purchasing Group.
  • Other local Montana government agencies looking to switch from a manual bid process, please contact the Montana Purchasing Group for a demonstration of the no-cost sourcing solution.

Southeastern Grocers champions belonging, inclusion and diversity with annual grant program

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230614034793/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230614034793/en/
    Southeastern Grocers' Romay Davis Belonging, Inclusion and Diversity Grant program provides recipients – such as Start the Adventure in Reading (STAIR) in New Orleans – with vital funds to fuel their impactful work.
  • STAIR believes second grade is a critical turning point in a child’s educational development and utilized its funding from the grant to serve 189 elementary-aged students.
  • SEG’s Romay Davis Belonging, Inclusion and Diversity Grant has provided more than $685,000 in funding to deserving community organizations since its inception in 2020.
  • More About the Romay Davis Belonging, Inclusion and Diversity Grant Namesake
    The Romay Davis Belonging, Inclusion and Diversity Grant is named for the trailblazing 103-year-old Winn-Dixie associate Romay Davis, whose dedication to inclusivity and unwavering commitment to diversity and empowerment inspired the grant program aimed at elevating underserved and underrepresented communities.

Weichert’s Season of Giving Supports Local Communities

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023
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Weichert once again partnered with Move for Hunger for its Annual Weichert Thanksgiving Food Drive to benefit local food pantries and the food insecure.

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  • Weichert once again partnered with Move for Hunger for its Annual Weichert Thanksgiving Food Drive to benefit local food pantries and the food insecure.
  • “At Weichert, we have always stressed the importance of giving back to the communities where we live and work,” said Bill Scavone, president of Weichert, Realtors and Weichert Real Estate Affiliates.
  • “Supporting our local communities has always been a cornerstone of the Weichert Way.
  • For more information about Weichert, Realtors or to find your local office, visit www.weichert.com .

Cibona Foods Makes Healthy Home Eating Deliciously Affordable

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Friday, August 26, 2022
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Aug. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As inflation continues to bite down on American households, consumers are cutting spending and looking for ways to save money. Reuters reported in late July that consumer confidence had dropped to one-and-a-half-year lows, largely fueled by persistent concerns surrounding areas like higher inflation and, consequentially, rising interest rates.

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  • "We understand that people are hurting right now," says Cibona Foods Inc founder and president Ljuban Ljubisic, "As families prepare food in their own homes to cut down on costs, Cibona is ready to help them maintain a healthy, delicious, and affordable lifestyle right in their own kitchens."
  • Cibona Foods has been one of Canada's premiere food brands for over three decades.
  • As families stop eating takeout and focus on keeping food on the table, our products offer a versatile and affordable way to make each meal exciting, healthy, and on budget."
  • About Cibona Foods: Cibona Foods Inc. was established in Montreal, Canada in 1988 and began working on its signature marinades the following year.

Edge Direct receives a 2022 ANA International ECHO Award for their work on The National WWII Museum's Flag of Honor Campaign

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022
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BALTIMORE, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Edge Direct, a Moore company, announces they have won an International ECHO Award from the Association of National Advertisers (ANA) in Direct Mail. Edge Direct is a full-service direct response agency that elevates leading nonprofits by delivering exceptional insights, service and integrated marketing solutions.

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  • BALTIMORE, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Edge Direct , a Moore company, announces they have won an International ECHO Award from the Association of National Advertisers (ANA) in Direct Mail.
  • Edge Direct is a full-service direct response agency that elevates leading nonprofits by delivering exceptional insights, service and integrated marketing solutions.
  • "It is a great honor to be recognized among the world's best data-inspired, innovative direct marketing agencies," said Kathy Calta, president of Edge Direct.
  • Edge Direct was among the winners to be honored at the 2022 ANA Virtual International ECHO Awards Show on Tuesday, March 29.

Operation Homefront and CSX to Distribute School Supplies to Help 1,400 Military Families Start Strong for Back-to-School

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Monday, July 12, 2021
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As part of Operation Homefront's mission to build strong, stable and secure military families, the Back-to-School Brigade program is supported by CSX to ensure military families start strong and stay strong this back-to-school season and beyond.

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  • As part of Operation Homefront's mission to build strong, stable and secure military families, the Back-to-School Brigade program is supported by CSX to ensure military families start strong and stay strong this back-to-school season and beyond.
  • During this year's campaign, Operation Homefront will distribute its 450,000th backpack, saving families over $50 million in back-to-school expenses since the program began in 2008.
  • We partner with Operation Homefront and other organizations that support military families through our community investment initiative, Pride in Service. "
  • Thanks to the generosity of our donors and the support from thousands of volunteers, Operation Homefront proudly serves America's military families.