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Nordstrom Rack to Open New Location in San Antonio, Texas

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

(NYSE: JWN) announced plans to open a new Nordstrom Rack in San Antonio, Texas.

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  • (NYSE: JWN) announced plans to open a new Nordstrom Rack in San Antonio, Texas.
  • "We look forward to opening this new Nordstrom Rack location in San Antonio, strengthening our network of stores and introducing new customers to Nordstrom Rack's unique product offering," said Carl Jenkins, Senior Vice President of Nordstrom Rack Stores.
  • With the addition of this new location, two stores opening this fall in Denton and Allen and the recently opened location in San Antonio, Nordstrom will operate 22 Nordstrom Rack stores and 8 Nordstrom stores in Texas.
  • Nordstrom Rack is the largest source of new customers to Nordstrom.

National Grid Renewables and Amazon Celebrate the Start of Operations at Amazon Solar Farm Ohio - Yellowbud

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- National Grid Renewables announced today the start of operations of Amazon Solar Farm Ohio - Yellowbud (Yellowbud), a 274 megawatt (MW) solar project located in Ross and Pickaway Counties, Ohio. Located in the PJM market, Yellowbud has an executed Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Amazon for the solar farm.

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- National Grid Renewables announced today the start of operations of Amazon Solar Farm Ohio - Yellowbud (Yellowbud), a 274 megawatt (MW) solar project located in Ross and Pickaway Counties, Ohio.
  • Located in the PJM market, Yellowbud has an executed Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Amazon for the solar farm.
  • During operations, Yellowbud is estimated to generate $90 million in tax revenue, jobs, landowner income and charitable initiatives.
  • "Yellowbud represents a long-standing commitment to bring renewable energy and economic benefit to Ohio residents," said Blake Nixon, President of National Grid Renewables.

EverGlade Consulting Founder and National Consulting Leader, Eric Jia-Sobota, Announces Support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lowcountry through EverGladeCares

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Monday, October 2, 2023

CHARLESTON, S.C., Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EverGlade Consulting, a market leader in delivering strategic solutions and services, announced today that its philanthropic arm, EverGladeCares, has choosen Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lowcountry as its first area of support. This support marks the beginning of a new era for EverGladeCares, which is shifting its initiatives from pandemic response to long-term community support, aligning with non-profits that echo the values and mission of EverGlade Consulting.

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  • In the past, EverGladeCares focused primarily on combating the immediate challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • This support to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lowcountry represents an investment in shaping the future of our communities," said Eric Jia-Sobota, Founder and CEO of EverGlade Consulting.
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lowcountry is a non-profit organization committed to igniting the inherent potential in the youth of our communities through mentorship programs.
  • For additional information about EverGlade Consulting, reach out to: [email protected]
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The Agency Launches Office in Big Sky, Montana

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global real estate brokerage The Agency proudly announces the launch of its first franchise office in Big Sky, Montana. The new locale, which will be known as The Agency Big Sky, is the firm's second office in the state of Montana, joining the brokerage's growing network of offices in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Europe. The Big Sky office will be led by industry veteran Joy Vance who will serve as Managing Partner. The Agency currently has an office in Bozeman.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global real estate brokerage The Agency proudly announces the launch of its first franchise office in Big Sky, Montana.
  • "We're thrilled to further expand our presence on the West Coast as we launch our second office in Montana in beautiful Big Sky," said Mauricio Umansky, CEO and Founder of The Agency.
  • "We're thrilled to further expand our presence on the West Coast as we launch our second office in Montana in beautiful Big Sky," said Mauricio Umansky , CEO and Founder of The Agency.
  • "Following the success of the launch of our office in Bozeman, I am delighted to add to our Agency family in Montana with the launch of our office in Big Sky," said Joy Vance.

Museum of Science, Boston and Big Sister Association of Greater Boston Partner to Bring Free Museum Admission to Girls and Mentors

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Monday, September 25, 2023

BOSTON, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Museum of Science, Boston, and Big Sister Association of Greater Boston announced a new partnership to extend free Museum access to Little Sisters and their mentors. The partnership represents the pilot launch of the Museum's new Science in Common initiative, which will provide Museum admission and additional benefits to community groups throughout the Commonwealth.

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  • BOSTON, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Museum of Science, Boston, and Big Sister Association of Greater Boston announced a new partnership to extend free Museum access to Little Sisters and their mentors.
  • Big and Little Sisters are invited to join the special celebration and then enjoy free time to explore the Museum.
  • "Big Sister Boston has always enjoyed a great relationship with the Museum of Science through our Big for A Day events and providing free tickets to our matches," said Annissa Essaibi George, president and CEO of Big Sister Association of Greater Boston.
  • We are grateful to Big Sister Boston and their incredible mentors for helping to open doors and make space for the next generation of science innovators."

Dutch Bros donates more than $960K to help fund brighter futures

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Monday, September 25, 2023

GRANTS PASS, Ore., Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dutch Bros Coffee donated more than $960K to local youth organizations across the 16 states it serves.

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  • GRANTS PASS, Ore., Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dutch Bros Coffee donated more than $960K to local youth organizations across the 16 states it serves.
  • $1 from every drink sold on Friday, September 15 was donated to local youth organizations to help provide resources for education, extracurricular activities and more.
  • said Katie Hutchinson, vice president of philanthropy at Dutch Bros.
  • Benefitted partners include local chapters of Big Brothers Big Sisters, Boys and Girls Clubs, Ronald McDonald House and more.

Q2 Announces New Philanthropy Fund Grant Recipients

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Q2 Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: QTWO), a leading provider of digital transformation solutions for banking and lending, today announced the recipients of the new Q2 Philanthropy Fund grant cycle.

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  • Q2 Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: QTWO), a leading provider of digital transformation solutions for banking and lending, today announced the recipients of the new Q2 Philanthropy Fund grant cycle.
  • In the spirit of Q2 Spark, Q2’s corporate social responsibility program dedicated to igniting a community of philanthropists, a committee of Q2 employees was built to review nominations and select the grant recipients.
  • The Q2 Philanthropy Fund, which began in 2022, makes it easier and more accessible for non-profit organizations to apply for grants from Q2.
  • “The grant recipients selected this year are supporting critical initiatives for communities across the globe,” said Kim Rutledge, chief people officer at Q2.

Benihana Temecula Opens Amid Strategic Growth

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

AVENTURA, Fla., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Benihana Inc., the nation's leading owner and operator of Japanese teppanyaki and sushi restaurants is thrilled to announce the opening of Benihana Temecula on September 29 located at 26420 Ynez Road at the Promenade Temecula. The new Benihana will feature an expansive cocktail bar, lounge, 21 teppanyaki tables and a dedicated to-go and delivery entrance.

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  • AVENTURA, Fla., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Benihana Inc., the nation's leading owner and operator of Japanese teppanyaki and sushi restaurants is thrilled to announce the opening of Benihana Temecula on September 29 located at 26420 Ynez Road at the Promenade Temecula.
  • "Temecula is the perfect community for Benihana to call home as we honor our mission to create great guest memories," said Tom Baldwin, CEO and President of Benihana.
  • Benihana Temecula will host a charity lunch on October 1 benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County and the Inland Empire.
  • These new restaurants support the previously announced strategic plan centered on four key growth initiatives:
    New Benihana and RA Sushi restaurant development in the U.S.;

Mercedes-Benz Partners With Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada to Empower the Next Generation of Canadians through Mentorship

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Mercedes-Benz Canada is pleased to expand the widespread impact of the Driving Your Future program, which was introduced by Mercedes-Benz USA in 2022.

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  • Mercedes-Benz Canada is pleased to expand the widespread impact of the Driving Your Future program, which was introduced by Mercedes-Benz USA in 2022.
  • With Driving Your Future, Mercedes-Benz Canada will support Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) agencies nationwide with their growing need to identify mentors for Littles (mentees).
  • According to studies, mentorship significantly changes lives by fostering resilience, reinforcing the importance of BBBSC's movement in Canada.
  • Their bright future starts today," said Jill Zelmanovits, President and CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada.

Nordstrom Rack to Open New Location in Mason, OH

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

(NYSE: JWN) announced plans to open a new Nordstrom Rack in Mason, Ohio.

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  • (NYSE: JWN) announced plans to open a new Nordstrom Rack in Mason, Ohio.
  • The 30,000 square foot Nordstrom Rack will be located at Deerfield Towne Center.
  • With the addition of this new location and a location opening in Macedonia, Ohio in spring 2024, Nordstrom will operate eight Nordstrom Rack stores and three Nordstrom stores in Ohio.
  • Nordstrom Rack is the largest source of new customers to Nordstrom.