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DAV recognizes exceptional veterans advocates

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

Washington, Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DAV ( Disabled American Veterans ) announced the names of eight dedicated veterans advocates being honored for their outstanding efforts and achievements on behalf of the men and women who served.

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  • Washington, Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DAV ( Disabled American Veterans ) announced the names of eight dedicated veterans advocates being honored for their outstanding efforts and achievements on behalf of the men and women who served.
  • Federal executives, senators, representatives, congressional staffers and other veterans advocates are eligible for this recognition, which spotlights commitment and excellence in service to veterans, their families and their survivors.
  • DAV greatly appreciates his staunch advocacy efforts for rural veterans, tribal veterans and veterans’ families, and it salutes his leadership during the 117th Congress on the Veterans’ Emergency Care Claims Parity Act.
  • Lourdes Tiglao, director, Center for Women Veterans, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, for her dedication and commitment to the women veterans community, which deserves our deepest gratitude and admiration.

First Book In Epic High Fantasy Saga Promises A Heart-Pounding Fight Between Good and Evil in Unique, Action-Packed Pages

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

The small farming town of Gilgafief is known for one thing: being a crucial guard post for the Maine Alliance.

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  • The small farming town of Gilgafief is known for one thing: being a crucial guard post for the Maine Alliance.
  • As Daniel inspects the perimeter fortifications, he designed to keep his people safe, a friend and ally informs him of a looming invasion.
  • As such, he is the last and only hope to fight against the forces of Till Balar.
  • With the fate of the Maine Alliance rests on his shoulders, Daniel must prepare himself for the challenges that lie ahead.

Allied Universal Names Honorable William J. Walker Vice President and Corporate Security Director

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

Allied Universal® , the world’s leading security and facility services provider, today announced the appointment of Retired U.S. Army Major General William J. Walker to the position of vice president and corporate security director.

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  • Allied Universal® , the world’s leading security and facility services provider, today announced the appointment of Retired U.S. Army Major General William J. Walker to the position of vice president and corporate security director.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230906626602/en/
    Retired U.S. Army Major General William J. Walker appointed to the position of vice president and corporate security director at Allied Universal.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Walker will draw on his civilian and military executive leadership expertise to serve as a resource to Allied Universal customers in developing comprehensive security strategies.
  • Walker will also provide counsel to help customers leverage cutting-edge technology and data to deploy smarter, more effective security programs.

PulteGroup’s Built to Honor® Program Presents U.S. Army Veteran with Keys to New Mortgage-Free Home in Georgia

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Thursday, August 31, 2023

PulteGroup’s Built to Honor® program has welcomed U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Daniel Karafiat and his family to their new mortgage-free Centex home in Bethlehem, Georgia.

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  • PulteGroup’s Built to Honor® program has welcomed U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Daniel Karafiat and his family to their new mortgage-free Centex home in Bethlehem, Georgia.
  • The home was unveiled during a special dedication ceremony and ribbon cutting event with PulteGroup employees, local dignitaries, and community members in attendance.
  • This is the Company’s 10th year of providing homes to veterans and their families with gratitude for their service.
  • As an extra surprise, the 2,638+ square foot home was delivered fully furnished, thanks to the generosity of Four Hands.

Keith DeGreen Ventures into the Digital Sphere with the Launch of Keith DeGreen: As I SEA It Podcast and YouTube Channel

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- After a legendary career, Keith DeGreen, J.D., CFP™, is back in action with an exciting new podcast and YouTube channel: Keith DeGreen: As I SEA It, that launched on August 1, 2023.

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  • After a legendary career, Keith DeGreen, J.D., CFP™, is back in action with an exciting new podcast and YouTube channel: Keith DeGreen: As I SEA It, that launched on August 1, 2023.
  • Now, with a fresh perspective and renewed enthusiasm, Keith is thrilled to return with Keith DeGreen: As I SEA It.
  • The official launch of Keith DeGreen: As I SEA It was August 1, 2023.
  • By all means, join the community of individuals seeking to benefit from the insights and experience of Keith DeGreen.

The Bob Woodruff Foundation Publishes Understanding the PACT Act to Address Confusion Surrounding Eligibility and Benefits Under the Law

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

Additionally, only one-fourth of veterans felt confident in navigating and accessing the benefits provided by the PACT Act.

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  • Additionally, only one-fourth of veterans felt confident in navigating and accessing the benefits provided by the PACT Act.
  • addresses common misperceptions about the PACT Act, such as the belief that you must pay someone to apply for benefits.
  • "The PACT Act significantly expands benefits and services for veterans who were exposed to toxic substances," said Anne Marie Dougherty, CEO of the Bob Woodruff Foundation.
  • We wrote Understanding the PACT Act to help accomplish that."

One Year Of The PACT Act Brings Improvements For Veterans’ Health And Disability Benefits, Reports Allsup

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Friday, August 4, 2023

“The PACT Act makes significant strides toward ensuring that all veterans receive the care and benefits they have earned, irrespective of when they served,” said Brett Buchanan, a U.S. Army veteran and Allsup VA-Accredited Claims Agent.

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  • “The PACT Act makes significant strides toward ensuring that all veterans receive the care and benefits they have earned, irrespective of when they served,” said Brett Buchanan, a U.S. Army veteran and Allsup VA-Accredited Claims Agent.
  • Since the PACT Act was implemented, VA-Accredited Claims Agents with Allsup have been critical allies for veterans navigating the VA disability appeals process when they receive a decision or denial from the VA and seek expert guidance on next steps.
  • “The PACT Act represents a shift in our approach to veterans’ service-related compensation benefits,” Buchanan explained.
  • If you or a veteran you know has questions about their options for VA disability benefits, please call 888-372-1190 or visit Veterans .Allsup.com.

Tunnel to Towers Delivers 30 Mortgage-Free Homes to Families of Fallen American Heroes

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Staten Island, NY, May 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Tunnel to Towers Foundation is honoring the memory of 30 American heroes by delivering forever homes to the families they left behind.

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  • Staten Island, NY, May 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Tunnel to Towers Foundation is honoring the memory of 30 American heroes by delivering forever homes to the families they left behind.
  • Tunnel to Towers provided 21 Gold Star families and nine fallen first responders families with prior military service, with a mortgage-free home, or paid-off the mortgage on their existing home.
  • “To all of the families who know the true meaning of Memorial Day, I thank you for your service and sacrifice.
  • Join us on our mission to provide mortgage-free homes to the families these heroes leave behind by donating $11 per month please visit T2T.org.

1st Maryland Police Department to Deploy Body Camera Analytics

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

CHICAGO, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Truleo, the leading provider of automated body camera review and analysis technology for law enforcement, today announced that the Elkton Police Department has signed on to utilize the company's body camera data analysis platform.

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  • CHICAGO, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Truleo , the leading provider of automated body camera review and analysis technology for law enforcement, today announced that the Elkton Police Department has signed on to utilize the company's body camera data analysis platform.
  • "Body cameras merely capture videos.
  • Evidence shows that analyzing the data that is the key to improving outcomes "
    Truleo processes body camera videos for departments across the country to help automate supervision, facilitate coaching, and promote police professionalism.
  • Like most departments in the U.S., Sergeants in the Elkton Police Department manually conduct random body camera reviews each month on a small percentage of the videos, but Truleo's body camera analytics platform will automatically scan 100% of all videos for insights that are designed to provide a more comprehensive review that can facilitate coaching.

The American Legion Announces Recipients of 4th Estate Journalism Awards

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

The Fourth Estate Award has been presented annually by The American Legion since 1958 for outstanding achievement in the field of journalism.

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  • The Fourth Estate Award has been presented annually by The American Legion since 1958 for outstanding achievement in the field of journalism.
  • "The American Legion has always cherished the role that the free press plays in our constitutional republic," said Vincent J.
  • "I will be honored to present both of these deserving recipients with our highest recognition of journalistic accomplishment, The American Legion Fourth Estate Award, at our national convention this summer," Troiola said.
  • Previous winners of the award include CNN, CBS, USA Today, ABC News, C-SPAN, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, and Life Magazine, among others.