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MURPHY-GOODE WINERY AWARDS $25,000 "REALLY GOOD CAUSE" PRIZE TO FRANKIE'S FAMILY OF LOUISVILLE

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Following a three-month nomination-based search and submission review process, Murphy-Goode has selected the Frankie's Family organization as one of three recipients of A Really Goode Cause.

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  • Following a three-month nomination-based search and submission review process, Murphy-Goode has selected the Frankie's Family organization as one of three recipients of A Really Goode Cause.
  • Based in Louisville, Frankie's Family is a 100 percent volunteer-based organization that helps provide Christmas gifts for children in the local area.
  • "The $25,000 donation will allow Frankie's Family to help even more families in our local community who need assistance to provide Christmas for their family."
  • The $25,000 donation will ensure that 250 kids are supported in addition to the thousands of other children supported by Frankie's Family.

Queer film in Africa is rising – even in countries with the harshest anti-LGBTIQ+ laws

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

A recent book, Queer Bodies in African Films, studies the growing LGBTIQ+ output from film-makers around the continent, from Morocco to South Africa. In the process it analyses what queerness is and means within the context of African countries. Its author, Gibson Ncube, is a lecturer and scholar who focuses his research on queerness in African cultural production – from literature to films. We asked him four questions.Is there a growing queer representation in films from African countries?Nigeria’s Nollywood has produced a considerable body of films portraying queer lived experiences.

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A recent book, Queer Bodies in African Films, studies the growing LGBTIQ+ output from film-makers around the continent, from Morocco to South Africa. In the process it analyses what queerness is and means within the context of African countries. Its author, Gibson Ncube, is a lecturer and scholar who focuses his research on queerness in African cultural production – from literature to films. We asked him four questions.

Is there a growing queer representation in films from African countries?

    • Nigeria’s Nollywood has produced a considerable body of films portraying queer lived experiences.
    • With its long history of queer representation in film, South Africa continues to produce work that highlights the diversity of LGBTIQ+ experiences.
    • African queer films often navigate unique social, cultural and political challenges – such as deep rooted homophobia and colonial legacies.
    • These films contribute to a broader global discourse on queer issues while offering distinct perspectives and narratives.

What is the book’s main argument?

    • I first watched some of the films in their original languages and without subtitles.
    • Although I did not understand languages like Afrikaans, Arabic or Kiswahili, I found that the visuality of queer bodies told stories.
    • One of the main differences between films north and south of the Sahara is the openness of depicting queerness.

Please tell us about a few of the films you studied

    • I also looked at the gay 2017 Xhosa initiation school drama Inxeba/The Wound by John Trengove and the 2018 Kenyan lesbian romance Rafiki by Wanuri Kahiu.
    • Through their varied depictions, these films play a significant role in making visible marginalised gender and sexual identities.
    • They provide a crucial visual archive that contributes to our understanding of queer lives in north Africa.

What did you learn from studying these films?

    • Studying these films has yielded a profound understanding of queer experiences within diverse African cultural contexts.
    • They undoubtedly shape our understanding of queer lives and experiences in a continent where queerphobia remains rampant.
    • Moreover, studying these films chronicles the journey of queer rights in Africa.

Shoddy Data Hid Failed State of Homelessness Program, Discovery Institute Study Shows

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

It also reveals a lack of transparency from non-profits receiving millions in contracts from King County to address homelessness.

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  • It also reveals a lack of transparency from non-profits receiving millions in contracts from King County to address homelessness.
  • Here is the full report, Homelessness Data Reveal Reasons for Collapse of King County Outreach Program .
  • "Information about the downtown program is hard to come by," said Caitlyn Axe, the Fix Homelessness program coordinator at Discovery Institute.
  • "But the data we have reveals ineffective use of millions in funding while private nonprofits are accomplishing far more with far less."

US Congressional Candidate, Nate Cain, Calls on Leaders to Address The Response Failures in Paden City Water Crisis & Provides Solutions

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

PADEN CITY, W. Va., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nate Cain, Republican Congressional Candidate for West Virginia's 2nd District, calls for a critical review of the leadership's response to the Paden City water crisis. He presents recommendations aimed at strengthening emergency response capabilities. These measures prioritize the delivery of life-sustaining services, not only to benefit communities in West Virginia, but also as a blueprint for averting future crises nationwide. "This must never happen again. There must be ways available to Paden City residents to ensure access to water during a crisis that maintains their standard of living. Not only do they need bottled water that was provided, but they also need water to launder clothes and for daily hygiene, which they did not have access to for a month," Nate Cain emphatically states.

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  • PADEN CITY, W. Va., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nate Cain, Republican Congressional Candidate for West Virginia's 2nd District, calls for a critical review of the leadership's response to the Paden City water crisis.
  • There must be ways available to Paden City residents to ensure access to water during a crisis that maintains their standard of living.
  • The crisis in Paden City, which left residents without access to clean water, resulted from a treatment-plant malfunction that released the hazardous solvent tetrachloroethylene into the water supply.
  • He has created a short documentary addressing the Paden City crisis, with the aim of increasing awareness: Hung Out To Dry: https://rumble.com/v3gsofm-hung-out-to-dry.html
    The Paden City water crisis is a matter of significant concern.

THE SALVATION ARMY SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TO HOST ANNUAL GALA TO RAISE FUNDS TO COMBAT HOMELESSNESS

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Friday, September 15, 2023

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Sept. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Salvation Army Southern California is set to host its highly anticipated Finding A Way Home Gala at the Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel on Sept. 21. Sponsored by Payden & Rygel, the extraordinary event will honor Sarah Michelle Gellar with the Judge Harry Pregerson award while showcasing an ensemble of notable personalities, and guests. The evening is dedicated to raising awareness and much needed funds towards the critical issue of homelessness in Southern California.

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  • BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Sept. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Salvation Army Southern California is set to host its highly anticipated Finding A Way Home Gala at the Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel on Sept. 21.
  • The evening is dedicated to raising awareness and much needed funds towards the critical issue of homelessness in Southern California.
  • Offering a diverse range of programs tailored for adults, at-risk youth, veterans, and seniors, The Salvation Army plays a pivotal role in fostering transformative journeys.
  • Lieutenant Colonel Mike Dickinson, Divisional Commander of The Salvation Army Southern California Division, expressed excitement: "Anticipation is high as we prepare to welcome some of Hollywood's brightest stars to our gala this year.

Gray Television Stations Raise More Than $225,000 for Hawaii Fire Relief

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

ATLANTA, Sept. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gray Television, Inc. (“Gray,” “we,” “us” or “our”) (NYSE: GTN) announced today that its stations have raised more than $225,000 for fire relief efforts in Hawaii.

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  • ATLANTA, Sept. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gray Television, Inc. (“Gray,” “we,” “us” or “our”) (NYSE: GTN) announced today that its stations have raised more than $225,000 for fire relief efforts in Hawaii.
  • As of September 11th, Gray stations have raised $225,800 in partnership with The Salvation Army .
  • In addition to that sum, Gray donated $50,000 to a local organization, Hawaii Community Foundation , during a benefit concert on August 20th.
  • The concert was broadcast and streamed by Gray’s local television stations in Hawaii, which operate as Hawaii News Now , and produced in collaboration with the stations’ production department.

7-Eleven Global Family of Brands Stands with Maui in the Face of Wildfires

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Together, the family of brands has donated approximately $393,343 , raised through corporate and customer donations.

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  • Together, the family of brands has donated approximately $393,343 , raised through corporate and customer donations.
  • Below is an overview of the contributions made by various members of the 7-Eleven banner:
    SEVEN-ELEVEN JAPAN CO.,LTD.
  • rallied its extensive network from August 15 through August 28, collecting customer contributions via donation canisters at 21,442 store locations nationwide.
  • The donation canisters at 66 locations totaled $10,387.90, which will be directed toward the Hawai'i Community Foundation Maui Strong Fund.

JCP&L Joining with Community Agencies for Energy Assistance Days to Help Customers Pay Utility Bills

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Friday, September 8, 2023

Energy Assistance Days provide customers the opportunity to sign up for special financial assistance programs to help pay their utility bills and gather information on energy efficiency programs that could help make their monthly bills more affordable.

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  • Energy Assistance Days provide customers the opportunity to sign up for special financial assistance programs to help pay their utility bills and gather information on energy efficiency programs that could help make their monthly bills more affordable.
  • Representatives from JCP&L and several community agencies will be on hand to answer questions and help customers sign up for programs for which they are eligible.
  • Additional information about energy efficiency and conservation programs available to JCP&L customers can be found at www.energysavenj.com
    JCP&L is a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE).
  • JCP&L serves 1.1 million customers in the counties of Burlington, Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Passaic, Somerset, Sussex, Union and Warren.

The Salvation Army Aiding Those Affected by Hurricane Idalia

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Thursday, August 31, 2023

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Salvation Army's Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) teams are beginning to meet the needs of Florida communities affected by Hurricane Idalia and the life-threatening storm surge it brought to the coast. Before the storm made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane on August 30, trained disaster relief personnel, including more than 35 mobile feeding units, were put on standby to begin serving immediately after the storm passed. Officials have stated that, due to wind damage and substantial storm surge, many affected areas will be difficult to access for weeks to come.

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  • Officials have stated that, due to wind damage and substantial storm surge, many affected areas will be difficult to access for weeks to come.
  • "The Salvation Army will continue to serve communities affected by emergency disasters, just as we have since 1900," said Commissioner Kenneth G. Hodder, National Commander of The Salvation Army.
  • Supply Distribution: The Salvation Army disaster warehouse in Tampa, Florida, was stocked with critical emergency relief supplies, such as food, water, clean-up kits, and baby supplies.
  • Those who are able to donate can do so through a variety of convenient methods:
    Venmo: @SalvationArmyUSA and use the keywords Hurricane Idalia, Hurricane, or Idalia
    To learn more about The Salvation Army's disaster relief efforts, click here .

GS Foods Group & PepsiCo Team Up to Support Wildfire Relief in Hawaii

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

In response to the devastating wildfires in Maui, GS Foods Group has partnered with PepsiCo to support critical relief efforts for impacted communities.

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  • In response to the devastating wildfires in Maui, GS Foods Group has partnered with PepsiCo to support critical relief efforts for impacted communities.
  • Gold Star Foods , a GS Foods Group subsidiary, will provide more than 20,000 shelf-stable meals to the Hawaii Child Nutrition Program and the children in Maui schools through PepsiCo Foundation’s Food for Good Program.
  • "GS Foods Group is proud to team up with PepsiCo to provide crucial, timely resources to communities in Hawaii that support their ongoing recovery.”
    As one of the nation’s largest school nutrition providers, GS Foods understands how many families across the United States rely on school meals as a daily source of nutrition.
  • As the wildfire situation evolves, PepsiCo and Gold Star Foods remain committed to providing support and aid to impacted communities.