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Marlowe Ridgeview Offers Spa-Like Lifestyle with Convenient Location

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

"We're excited to bring Marlowe Ridgeview to Davenport.

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  • "We're excited to bring Marlowe Ridgeview to Davenport.
  • Marlowe Ridgeview residences come in one-, two- and three-bedroom layouts that range from 807 to 1,261 sq.
  • Marlowe Ridgeview is in a prime location with grocery stores like Publix and Aldi, as well as big box stores including Target and Walmart close by.
  • Marlowe Ridgeview is targeting a mid-2024 opening date with final completion slated for late 2024.

2024 UCA NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL CHEERLEADING CHAMPIONSHIP HONORS TOP TEAMS

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

The National High School Cheerleading Championship, produced by Universal Cheerleaders Association, a Varsity Spirit brand, is the pinnacle of cheerleading competitions for high school cheerleaders across the country.

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  • The National High School Cheerleading Championship, produced by Universal Cheerleaders Association, a Varsity Spirit brand, is the pinnacle of cheerleading competitions for high school cheerleaders across the country.
  • "This year's National High School Cheerleading Championship marks our 30th year with our partners at The Walt Disney World Resort," said Bill Seely, President of Varsity Spirit.
  • For more information on the National High School Cheerleading Championship, please visit Varsity.com .
  • Select Varsity Division Winners include:
    Super Varsity Division I: Bullitt East High School | Mount Washington, KY
    Super Varsity Division II: Athens High School | Athens, AL
    Large Varsity Division I: Live Oak High School | Denham Springs, LA
    Large Varsity Division II: St Joseph's Academy | Baton Rouge, LA
    Large Varsity Coed: Graves County High School | Mayfield, KY
    Medium Varsity Division I: Oak Ridge High School | El Dorado Hills, CA
    Medium Varsity Division II: Greenup County High School | Greenup, KY
    Medium Varsity Coed: Brother Martin High School | New Orleans, LA
    Small Varsity Division I: Mater Dei High School | Santa Ana, CA
    Small Varsity Division II: Rocky Point High School | Rocky Point, NY
    Small Varsity Coed Division I: Strawberry Crest High School | Dover, FL
    Small Varsity Coed Division II: Barren County High School | Glasgow, KY
    Varsity Game Day Live: Greendale High School | Greendale, WI
    Super Varsity Game Day Division I: Desoto Central High School | Southaven, MS
    Super Varsity Game Day Division II: Liberty Creek High School | Gallatin, TN
    Large Varsity Game Day Division I: Oak Grove High School | Purvis, MS
    Large Varsity Game Day Division II: Buckhorn High School | New Market, AL
    Large Varsity Coed Game Day: West Harrison High School | Gulfport, MS
    Medium Varsity Game Day Division I: Dutchtown High School | Geismar, LA
    Medium Varsity Game Day Division II: Purvis High School | Purvis, MS
    Medium Varsity Coed Game Day: Broken Arrow High School | Broken Arrow, OK
    Small Varsity Game Day Division I: Jefferson High School | Bloomington, MN
    Small Varsity Game Day Division II: Harrison High School | Harrison, NY
    Small Varsity Game Day Division II: Union-Endicott High School | Endicott, NY
    Small Varsity Coed Game Day Division I: Pearland High School | Pearland, TX
    Small Varsity Coed Game Day Division II: Menomonee Falls High School | Menomonee Falls, WI
    For a full list of results, visit Varsity TV .

10,000-room Crystal Lagoons Project Opens in Orlando Just Steps From Disney World

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

MIAMI, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 10,000 rooms will surround the lagoon powered by Crystal Lagoons® technology, recently inaugurated in the United States. It is located just steps from Disney World and Universal Studios in the heart of Orlando, the most visited destination in the US, with 75 million tourists annually.  This city offers a wide range of entertainment options but lacks a beach, an issue remedied in this great development with a crystalline lagoon of the multinational innovation company founded by the scientist Fernando Fischmann.

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  • ***The complex features the first Conrad hotel in Orlando and consolidates the presence of the multinational in the hospitality industry.
  • MIAMI, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 10,000 rooms will surround the lagoon powered by Crystal Lagoons® technology , recently inaugurated in the United States.
  • It is located just steps from Disney World and Universal Studios in the heart of Orlando, the most visited destination in the US, with 75 million tourists annually.
  • "Every hotel project incorporating a Crystal Lagoons® amenity becomes the most attractive destination in the area.

Walt Disney World Shows Off First Ever Disney Villains Inspired Wedding Gowns

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- They're some of Disney's most popular characters, and now Disney Villains' characters inspire new gowns that are part of the 2024 Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings collection from Allure Bridals. Blending sophisticated style and touches of whimsy, the dresses are inspired by Disney's Ursula, Maleficent, the evil Queen and Jafar.

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  • The gown inspired by Disney's Ursula features a mermaid silhouette adorned with tonal sparkle beadwork on the bodice.
  • The 2024 Disney Fairy Tale Weddings collection also includes gowns inspired by Disney Princess characters – Ariel, Aurora, Belle, Cinderella, Jasmine, Pocahontas, Rapunzel, Snow White and Tiana.
  • The newest of these locations is World Celebration Gardens, which is in the heart of EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida.
  • It will round out the trio of carriages that includes the Cinderella Coach at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and the Disney Fairy Tale Carriage at Disneyland Paris.

Tradable Bits Expands With Appointment of Veteran Sports Industry Executives to Serve Growing North America and Asia Markets

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Jack Patterson and Maurizio Barbieri both join Tradable Bits as Vice President of Business Development with Patterson leading efforts in North America and Barbieri leading in Asia.

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  • Jack Patterson and Maurizio Barbieri both join Tradable Bits as Vice President of Business Development with Patterson leading efforts in North America and Barbieri leading in Asia.
  • In the past 24 months, Tradable Bits’ revenue has grown by more than 130%.
  • Patterson will oversee growth in North America, with a focus on the United States, and be based in Dallas, Texas.
  • Patterson and Barbieri will report to Greg Bobolo, Global Chief Revenue Officer, Tradable Bits.

Anna Marie Presutti Named 'One Of The Most Influential Women Leaders In Hospitality'

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Friday, January 19, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Anna Marie Presutti is 'one of the most influential women leaders in hospitality,' according to WomenWorld Magazine. The General Manager and Vice President of Hotel Nikko San Francisco made history as Okura International's first female Vice President; the Japanese parent company owns & operates 79 luxury properties around Asia, Europe, N. America, and the South Pacific.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Anna Marie Presutti is 'one of the most influential women leaders in hospitality,' according to WomenWorld Magazine.
  • As VP & GM, Presutti oversaw the 533-room boutique hotel's $60 million renovation.
  • The 9-month program offers housing, relocation, and immersive training, as well as a Management position at the hotel upon completion.
  • Prior to her time at Hotel Nikko, Ms. Presutti has held leadership positions with Kimpton, ITT Sheraton, Hilton, and Sunstone Hotel Properties.

2024 UCA & UDA COLLEGE CHEERLEADING AND DANCE TEAM NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP HONORS TOP TEAMS

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Varsity Spirit – the global leader in cheerleading, dance team and band apparel, camps and competitions, and a division of Varsity Brands, the market leader in team sports, school spirit and achievement recognition – is pleased to announce that the University of Central Florida, University of South Florida, and University of Memphis cheerleading teams, and Louisiana State University, The Ohio State University, and University of Minnesota dance teams, among others, secured first place finishes at the 2024 UCA and UDA College Cheerleading and Dance Team National Championship, respectively. The elite competition, produced by the Universal Cheerleaders Association (UCA) and Universal Dance Association (UDA), took place on January 12-14, 2024 at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at The Walt Disney World® Resort.

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  • The elite competition, produced by the Universal Cheerleaders Association (UCA) and Universal Dance Association (UDA), took place on January 12-14, 2024 at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at The Walt Disney World® Resort.
  • Last week, college cheerleading and dance teams traveled from across the U.S. to compete at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in hopes of winning a national title.
  • Cheerleading teams are judged on their stunting and tumbling skills, crowd-leading ability, and overall performance, while the dance competition is judged on choreography, technique, execution, and overall effect.
  • "This year's UCA and UDA College Cheerleading and Dance Team National Championship marks our 30th year with our partners at The Walt Disney World Resort," said Bill Seely, President of Varsity Spirit.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Bruce S. Fine Top Pinnacle Professional for his contributions to the field of Comprehensive Family Dental Care

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Monday, January 15, 2024

WAYNE, N.J., Jan. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Bruce S. Fine is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Professional for his contributions to the field of Comprehensive Family Dental Care.

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  • WAYNE, N.J., Jan. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Bruce S. Fine is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Professional for his contributions to the field of Comprehensive Family Dental Care.
  • Additionally, he has received a Mastery Award (AADSM) from the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine.
  • There is now a dramatic change in dental implants that can solve these problems more comfortably, and significantly less expensively.
  • Upon graduating from Dental School, he was hired by his Professor and taught at Georgetown University Dental School.

America's Teens Set to Dream Big at 2024 Disney Dreamers Academy at Walt Disney World Resort

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Monday, January 15, 2024

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Jan. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- They want to build rocket ships that soar through the galaxy; teach people nationwide how to make better nutritional choices; and spread even more magic at The Most Magical Place on Earth. They are high school students from the 2024 class of Disney Dreamers Academy, and they all have the same thing in common – Big Dreams!

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  • They are high school students from the 2024 class of Disney Dreamers Academy, and they all have the same thing in common – Big Dreams!
  • And, of course, they will spend plenty of time experiencing the magic of Walt Disney World.
  • remarked Tracey Powell, Senior Vice President of Consumer Insight, Measurement & Analytics and Executive Champion of Disney Dreamers Academy.
  • The students and a parent or guardian enjoy an all-expenses paid trip to Walt Disney World.

Dean College's Bill Ingram Elected to Board of 495/MetroWest Partnership

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

FRANKLIN, Md., Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dean College proudly announces the election of Bill Ingram, Ph.D., Dean of the Dean Sanders '47 School of Business, to the Board of Directors of the 495/MetroWest Partnership.

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  • FRANKLIN, Md., Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dean College proudly announces the election of Bill Ingram, Ph.D., Dean of the Dean Sanders '47 School of Business, to the Board of Directors of the 495/MetroWest Partnership.
  • "We are very excited to welcome Bill to our Board of Directors, and we are looking forward to his leadership," said Jason Palitsch, Executive Director of the 495/MetroWest Partnership.
  • "I am honored to join the Board of Directors of the 495/MetroWest Partnership," said Ingram.
  • "  Added Ingram, "I am looking forward to working alongside the Partnership to bolster our communities and make the 495/MetroWest region an even more vibrant and thriving area."