Grand Forks, North Dakota

Kopin Partners with BlueHalo for the Development of New Advanced Simulated Binoculars & Monoscope Products

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN) a leading provider of application-specific optical solutions and high-performance micro-displays for defense, enterprise, consumer, and medical products, today announced it has been awarded a contract from BlueHalo LLC (BlueHalo) for the design, development, and production of advanced simulated binoculars and monoscope products for use in their Advanced Stinger Trainer (AST) system.

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  • Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN) a leading provider of application-specific optical solutions and high-performance micro-displays for defense, enterprise, consumer, and medical products, today announced it has been awarded a contract from BlueHalo LLC (BlueHalo) for the design, development, and production of advanced simulated binoculars and monoscope products for use in their Advanced Stinger Trainer (AST) system.
  • Both products will significantly increase performance over those currently available in similar systems and add to Kopin’s well-established line of Training & Simulation products.
  • Kopin’s products, which are driven by a computer image generator, will incorporate a positional/directional tracking sensor to provide a realistic simulation of the equivalent fielded products.
  • We are pleased that Kopin is expanding our customer base with new partners like BlueHalo who has trusted Kopin with developing and producing these critical systems.”

Visitors invited to Discover New Legendary Experiences in North Dakota

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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From thrilling water parks to boutique hotels, the legendary experiences awaiting travelers promise to leave a lasting impression.

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  • From thrilling water parks to boutique hotels, the legendary experiences awaiting travelers promise to leave a lasting impression.
  • Visitors to the water park will see characters and scenes from the creation story depicted on murals and installations throughout the park.
  • The water park marks the first of many family-friendly attractions set to open in and around the Belcourt area.
  • For nearly 90 years, The International Peace Garden (IPG) has attracted and enthralled visitors from around the world.

BlueHalo Continues Global Expansion with $30M Netherlands Ministry of Defense Award for Advanced Stringer Missile Trainer

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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ARLINGTON, Va., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BlueHalo has been awarded a $30M contract from the Netherlands Ministry of Defense Materiel and IT Command to develop and deliver an Advanced Stinger Trainer (AST) system at Lieutenant General Best Barracks in Vredepeel, Netherlands.

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  • ARLINGTON, Va., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BlueHalo has been awarded a $30M contract from the Netherlands Ministry of Defense Materiel and IT Command to develop and deliver an Advanced Stinger Trainer (AST) system at Lieutenant General Best Barracks in Vredepeel, Netherlands.
  • "BlueHalo is honored to provide our next-generation technology to the Netherlands, a critical partner and ally to the United States," said Jonathan Moneymaker, Chief Executive Officer of BlueHalo.
  • "This contract marks a significant step not only for Dutch air defense but for BlueHalo as we continue to disrupt and transform the global defense technology market and serve our Nation's allies."
  • The Advanced Stinger Trainer leverages technology developed for BlueHalo's Virtual Systems Trainer (VST) family of products.

Gotcha Covered opens first location in North Dakota

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Monday, December 18, 2023
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FARGO, N.D., Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, has officially announced its first location in North Dakota with the opening of Gotcha Covered of Fargo. The newest location is owned and operated by DeAnn Von Rueden.

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  • FARGO, N.D., Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gotcha Covered , a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, has officially announced its first location in North Dakota with the opening of Gotcha Covered of Fargo.
  • "We are excited to be opening our first location in the state of North Dakota," said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered.
  • We have complete confidence that she will be a great ambassador of Gotcha Covered as well as an asset to the community."
  • Adding 40 new franchise locations in 2022, Gotcha Covered currently has over 155 total franchises across the U.S. and Canada.

Heartland Forward Unveils Landmark Report on the Rise of Innovation in America's Heartland

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Monday, December 4, 2023
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BENTONVILLE, Ark., Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Heartland Forward has today released a groundbreaking report, titled "America's Evolving Geography of Innovation: How the Heartland Region Can Lead the Way on Industry Transforming Technology." The heartland, historically the core of the nation's industrial prowess, is now witnessing a renaissance in high-tech innovation and venture capital investment. This shift represents a remarkable turnaround from the past several decades, where the focus of technological advancement and startup culture predominantly resided in coastal regions like Silicon Valley and Boston's Route 128. Over the past decade, venture capital investment in the heartland has more than tripled, reaching

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  • BENTONVILLE, Ark., Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Heartland Forward has today released a groundbreaking report, titled "America's Evolving Geography of Innovation: How the Heartland Region Can Lead the Way on Industry Transforming Technology."
  • The heartland, historically the core of the nation's industrial prowess, is now witnessing a renaissance in high-tech innovation and venture capital investment.
  • Ross DeVol, president & CEO of Heartland Forward said, "our findings reveal a seismic shift in America's innovation geography.
  • The heartland, with its growing venture capital investment and thriving startup ecosystems, is poised to ascend as an innovation powerhouse.

A Legendary Holiday Season Awaits Visitors in North Dakota

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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From picturesque snowy landscapes to charming small-town festivities, North Dakota transforms into a winter wonderland that provides visitors the perfect backdrop to celebrate the holidays.

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  • From picturesque snowy landscapes to charming small-town festivities, North Dakota transforms into a winter wonderland that provides visitors the perfect backdrop to celebrate the holidays.
  • The state invites visitors to experience the magic of the season in North Dakota where cherished traditions and warm hospitality come together to create legendary memories.
  • As the official Christmas capital of North Dakota, Garrison and its Dickens Village Festival are a must for anyone who wants to turn the holiday season into a special experience.
  • Xcel Holiday Lights Parade and Winterfest, Fargo
    Kickoff the holiday season with a spectacular Holiday Winterfest in downtown Fargo.

Little Giraffe Foundation Names 2023 NICU Support Grant Recipients

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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CHICAGO, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Little Giraffe Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to funding neonatal research and supporting families and premature babies in the NICU, announced the 15 recipients of the foundation's 2023 NICU Support Grants. Since 2011, the Little Giraffe Foundation has delivered hospital bags to more than 26,000 families, provided $139,000 toward 148 separate NICU support grants, and provided more than $300,000 in medical grants to 34 different research initiatives. From direct family contact through the gift bags to the upleveling of research and care the support and medical grants provide—every dollar that goes to the Little Giraffe Foundation goes to ensuring the immediate and future care of NICU patients.

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  • CHICAGO, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Little Giraffe Foundation , a registered 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to funding neonatal research and supporting families and premature babies in the NICU, announced the 15 recipients of the foundation's 2023 NICU Support Grants.
  • Since 2011, the Little Giraffe Foundation has delivered hospital bags to more than 26,000 families, provided $139,000 toward 148 separate NICU support grants, and provided more than $300,000 in medical grants to 34 different research initiatives.
  • Thanks to the incredible generosity of our donors, we've been able to allocate 15 grants towards vital NICU programs," said Amanda Santoro, the co-founder and president of the Little Giraffe Foundation.
  • This year's Little Giraffe Foundation's NICU Support Grant recipients are as follows:
    UPMC Carlisle, Carlisle, Pennsylvania — to receive $1,000 for food for mothers of breast-feeding infants, food for the immediate families of NICU infants, gas vouchers for rural families, and direct transportation vouchers for those who live in Carlisle.

Dillan Knudson Named Head of Commercial Banking for Arizona at Western Alliance Bank

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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Western Alliance Bank today announced that Dillan Knudson has been appointed as the organization’s Head of Commercial Banking for Arizona.

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  • Western Alliance Bank today announced that Dillan Knudson has been appointed as the organization’s Head of Commercial Banking for Arizona.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231025997507/en/
    “Dillan brings outstanding depth and breadth of experience in the region to this role,” said Ken Vecchione, president and chief executive officer of Western Alliance Bank.
  • “I’m thrilled to be back in Phoenix and energized to support Western Alliance Commercial Banking initiatives here in Arizona,” said Knudson.
  • To learn more about Western Alliance Bank, visit www.westernalliancebancorporation.com .

Northern Air Action Park Launches High-Speed Karting: A Testament to Perseverance and Determination

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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GRAND FORKS, N.D., Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Northern Air Action Park has officially announced the addition of a high-speed karting track to its ever-growing list of thrilling attractions.

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  • GRAND FORKS, N.D., Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Northern Air Action Park has officially announced the addition of a high-speed karting track to its ever-growing list of thrilling attractions.
  • "Building this track was a labor of love," said Bryan Lee, Co-founder of Northern Air Action Park.
  • Northern Air Action Park has always distinguished itself from other entertainment venues with its unique offerings.
  • Northern Air Action Park is located at 1600 32nd Ave S, Grand Forks, ND, and is open from 4-10pm on Fridays, 10am-10pm on Saturdays, and 12pm-7pm on Sundays.

Fluor Eyes CCS, Critical Mineral Markets as Backlog Grows, an Industrial Info News Alert

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023
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Subscribers to Industrial Info's Global Market Intelligence (GMI) Oil & Gas Production Project Database can learn more from a detailed project report .

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  • Subscribers to Industrial Info's Global Market Intelligence (GMI) Oil & Gas Production Project Database can learn more from a detailed project report .
  • I think we've got 30 projects on the go, or at some mostly front-end work, and a few moving further on into EPC."
  • Copper is one of the most in-demand commodities worldwide, given its role as a critical mineral in battery and power-generation technology.
  • Industrial Info Resources (IIR) is the leading provider of industrial market intelligence.