Memorial Day

Primland, Auberge Resorts Collection Debuts First Annual Highland Golf and Wine Classic

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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MEADOWS OF DAN, Va., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Virginia's award-winning adventure retreat Primland, Auberge Resorts Collection, is proud to announce the inaugural Highland Golf and Wine Classic, a celebration of exceptional golf, wine, and epicurean experiences in the idyllic Blue Ridge Mountains. The exclusive three-day event will take place over Memorial Day Weekend from May 25-27, 2024, headlining the resort's year of exceptional luxury adventures.

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  • MEADOWS OF DAN, Va., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Virginia's award-winning adventure retreat Primland, Auberge Resorts Collection , is proud to announce the inaugural Highland Golf and Wine Classic, a celebration of exceptional golf, wine, and epicurean experiences in the idyllic Blue Ridge Mountains.
  • Partnering with some of the leading names in golf, culinary and wine from across the country, Primland's Golf & Wine Classic seamlessly blends intimate culinary and oenophile experiences and world-class golf and adventure.
  • Partnering with some of the leading names in golf, culinary and wine from across the country, Primland's Golf & Wine Classic seamlessly blends intimate culinary and oenophile experiences and world-class golf and adventure.
  • The Highland Classic is part of Auberge Resorts Collection's The Extraordinary Year initiative, which features one-of-a-kind experiences across each of the collection's properties.

Charlotte Sports Foundation and Ally Financial Unveil 2024 Ally Tipoff Lineup and Extend Partnership through 2026

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Charlotte Sports Foundation (CSF) and Ally Financial Inc. (NYSE: ALLY), a financial services company with the nation's largest all-digital bank and who has become a leading brand in women's sports, announced today the lineup for the 2024 Ally Tipoff.

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Charlotte Sports Foundation (CSF) and Ally Financial Inc. (NYSE: ALLY), a financial services company with the nation's largest all-digital bank and who has become a leading brand in women's sports, announced today the lineup for the 2024 Ally Tipoff.
  • In addition to unveiling the 2024 Ally Tipoff lineup, Ally and CSF have agreed to a multi-year partnership extension.
  • "We believe the Ally Tipoff is the premier regular season women's basketball event in the country," said CSF executive director Danny Morrison.
  • The Board of Directors that guides the Charlotte Sports Foundation boasts a dynamic roster of top Charlotte civic and business leaders.

The World Remembers the Nanjing Massacre on December 13 Anniversary as New Evidence Continues to Surface

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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In the city of Nanjing, China, the Memorial Hall for the victims in Nanjing Massacre by the Japanese Army stands as a solemn monument on the site where the atrocity occurred.

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  • In the city of Nanjing, China, the Memorial Hall for the victims in Nanjing Massacre by the Japanese Army stands as a solemn monument on the site where the atrocity occurred.
  • The "Wailing Wall" in the memorial is a shared tombstone for the 300,000 victims of the massacre.
  • On December 13, 1937, after the Japanese occupation of Nanjing, in violation of international conventions, the Japanese military brutally massacred unarmed civilians and disarmed Chinese soldiers.
  • Since 2014, December 13 has been legistated as the National Memorial Day for the Victims in Nanjing Massacre.

Ocean City Maryland Department of Tourism Wins Prestigious Award for Best Media and Public Relations Campaign at the Maryland Tourism and Travel Summit

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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Ocean City, Maryland, Nov. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ocean City Department of Tourism & Business Development is thrilled to announce that it has been honored with the "Best Media and Public Relations Campaign" award at the Maryland Tourism and Travel Summit for its innovative 2023 program, "Catch a Ride."

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  • Ocean City, Maryland, Nov. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ocean City Department of Tourism & Business Development is thrilled to announce that it has been honored with the "Best Media and Public Relations Campaign" award at the Maryland Tourism and Travel Summit for its innovative 2023 program, "Catch a Ride."
  • This first-of-its-kind initiative for the tourism office positioned Ocean City as a friendly, carefree destination, encouraging travelers to pack up their cars for the ultimate summer trip to Ocean City.
  • "We are honored to receive this prestigious award for our 'Catch a Ride' program,” stated Tom Perlozzo, Director of Ocean City Tourism.
  • The public relations strategy complemented a media plan that encompassed social media, mobile billboards, radio and influencer marketing and earned Ocean City over 275 million impressions.

California Welcomes New Attractions and Celebrates Milestone Anniversaries in 2024

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- California invites travelers to experience an abundance of new offerings coming online in 2024. Throughout the year, the Golden State will celebrate the opening of exciting new attractions, rich educational offerings, milestone theme park anniversaries, luxury hotels and more.

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  • Throughout the year, the Golden State will celebrate the opening of exciting new attractions, rich educational offerings, milestone theme park anniversaries, luxury hotels and more.
  • "Landmark new attractions and experiences – paired with milestone anniversary celebrations – make 2024 the perfect time to plan a trip to the Golden State."
  • In 2024, LEGOLAND California turns 25 and is celebrating with new attractions, entertainment and experiences.
  • In addition, California is a leader in sustainable practices, with 80% of the state's wine produced by Certified California Sustainable wineries.

The World remembers the Nanjing Massacre on December 13 anniversary as new evidence continues to surface

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
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Last year, Kail claimed to have discovered "new evidence of the Nanjing Massacre," sparking a global discourse on "rethinking the historical facts of the Nanjing Massacre" through social media.

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  • Last year, Kail claimed to have discovered "new evidence of the Nanjing Massacre," sparking a global discourse on "rethinking the historical facts of the Nanjing Massacre" through social media.
  • In the city of Nanjing, China, the Memorial Hall for the victims in Nanjing Massacre by the Japanese Army stands as a solemn monument on the site where the atrocity occurred.
  • On December 13, 1937, after the Japanese occupation of Nanjing, in violation of international conventions, the Japanese military brutally massacred unarmed civilians and disarmed Chinese soldiers.
  • Since 2014, December 13 has been legistated as the National Memorial Day for the Victims in Nanjing Massacre.

The Army Educational Outreach Program and Future Engineers Launch Third Annual National 3D Pin Design Challenge to Celebrate Veterans

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "AEOP Veterans Appreciation Challenge" returns for its third year, inviting 4 - 12th grade students to put their 3D design and engineering skills to the test to show their appreciation for U.S. veterans. The Army Educational Outreach Program (AEOP) will again sponsor the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) challenge in partnership with Future Engineers, an organization that administers free, online STEM competitions for students.

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  • The Army Educational Outreach Program (AEOP) will again sponsor the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) challenge in partnership with Future Engineers , an organization that administers free, online STEM competitions for students.
  • "The AEOP Veterans Appreciation Challenge allows students to express their creativity and develop their 3D design and engineering skills while expressing appreciation for our country's valued Americans — our veterans.
  • "We are proud to once again open this challenge up to students across the country and look forward to seeing their amazing 3D pin designs."
  • Previously known as the "We (Heart) Veterans Pin Design" challenge, students in grades four through 12 will design a digital 3D model of a wearable pin that celebrates their appreciation for our veterans.

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES EXTENDS FLIGHT SCHEDULE THROUGH MAY 2024

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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Flight schedule now available for booking through June 3, 2024

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  • Flight schedule now available for booking through June 3, 2024
    DALLAS, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today published its flight schedule beyond Memorial Day 2024 weekend, allowing Customers to begin booking late spring and early summer travel at Southwest.com .
  • Effective April 9, 2024, Southwest® will add new nonstop service between:
    Washington (Dulles) and Phoenix (available Mondays, Thursdays-Sundays)
    Beginning April 13, 2024, the airline will resume previously operated seasonal service on the weekends between Houston (Hobby) and Charlotte, N.C.
  • The next day, Sunday-only service will resume between Dallas and Portland, Ore., as well as Atlanta and Oakland, Calif.
  • These flights, and the carrier's full schedule, are available for purchase today at Southwest.com .

16 million Americans Plan to Go RVing over Labor Day Weekend

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Of the 95 million leisure travelers in the U.S. planning to travel over Labor Day weekend, 16 million intend to do so in an RV, according to a survey conducted by the Cairn Consulting for the RV Industry Association. And while summer is most often thought of as peak time to RV, over 19% of leisure travelers intend to stay in an RV sometime during the fall – an increase over the 14% who planned to stay in an RV this summer.

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Of the 95 million leisure travelers in the U.S. planning to travel over Labor Day weekend, 16 million intend to do so in an RV, according to a survey conducted by the Cairn Consulting for the RV Industry Association.
  • "Fall typically means back to school for many, but for 38 million Americans it also means RVing as they plan to hit the road and experience RVing over the next few months," said RV Industry Association President & CEO Craig Kirby.
  • Sixteen million U.S. residents plan to go RVing this Labor Day weekend, a significant increase over the 12 million who intended to travel during Memorial Day weekend.
  • Over a third of Gen Z and Gen X travelers also plan to work from an RV in the next year.

Mighty Oaks Foundation Launches Their Memorial Month Campaign to Unite Us All With A New American Tradition

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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Their goal is to take one million signatures to congress to show overwhelming support to get Memorial Month recognized as a national month of celebration and remembrance.

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  • Their goal is to take one million signatures to congress to show overwhelming support to get Memorial Month recognized as a national month of celebration and remembrance.
  • Mighty Oaks and partners seek to unite Americans through expanding the celebration of Memorial Day to a full month.
  • As a Veteran Service Organization, Mighty Oaks Foundation is acutely aware of the lasting effects of war on our veterans.
  • The "Memorial Month" campaign strives to unite veterans with the communities they defended while deployed, helping them heal and rebuild their lives.