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Friendship Place's 10th Annual Walk to End Homelessness at the National Mall

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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WASHINGTON, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Friendship Place, the leading nonprofit dedicated to eradicating homelessness in the Washington, DC region, proudly announces its 10th annual Friendship Place Walk will take place on April 27, 2024 on the National Mall. This year's event, themed "There's no Place Like Home" aims to raise awareness and crucial resources for combating the crisis of homelessness, with a specific emphasis on the organization's Street Outreach efforts. All are invited to attend Friendship Place Walk. To register, donate, or learn more, visit friendshipplacewalk.org.

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  • Event To Highlight Street Outreach Work with Theme, 'There's No Place Like Home'
    WASHINGTON, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Friendship Place , the leading nonprofit dedicated to eradicating homelessness in the Washington, DC region, proudly announces its 10th annual Friendship Place Walk will take place on April 27, 2024 on the National Mall.
  • All are invited to attend Friendship Place Walk.
  • "While shelters are often seen as the answer to homelessness, our message for this year's Friendship Place Walk is clear: 'There's no Place Like Home,'" says Friendship Place President & CEO Jean-Michel Giraud.
  • Following the kickoff, participants will embark on a walk around the National Mall, demonstrating solidarity in the fight to end homelessness.

Newcomer House Porch Program April 20: How the Newcomer House Was Restored

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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FREDERICK, Md., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area's (HCWHA) 2024 Porch Program Series kicks off Saturday, April 20 with a special program that will be a treat for those who love old houses-- a talk and tour by Eleanor Lakin, the architect for the 1999 restoration of the Newcomer House, and David Gibney, who directed the restoration of the house nearly two decades ago.

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  • Artist and master of historic building restorations David Gibney has restored many old homes, but he says the Newcomer House was his biggest and one of his favorite projects.
  • This is the eighth season of Porch Programs at the Newcomer House, HCWHA's Exhibit and Visitor Center at Antietam National Battlefield.
  • Porch Programs feature presentations, demonstrations, pop-up exhibits, interactives and more during the Newcomer House's open season.
  • For more information, contact Newcomer House Manager Rachel Nichols at [email protected] or 240-308-1740.

Volunteers Sought for Historic Newcomer House Exhibit & Visitor Center at Antietam National Battlefield

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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FREDERICK, Md., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area seeks volunteers for the 2024 season at the historic Newcomer House, the Heritage Area's Exhibit and Visitor Center at Antietam National Battlefield. Volunteers handle daily operations at the house, including orienting visitors to the three-county Heritage Area and providing information about heritage tourism opportunities in the region. No specific knowledge or skills are required, though an interest in Civil War history and comfort interacting with visitors is encouraged.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area seeks volunteers for the 2024 season at the historic Newcomer House, the Heritage Area's Exhibit and Visitor Center at Antietam National Battlefield.
  • Volunteers will receive orientation training on March 16, 2024 from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm followed by mentor training during regular visitor hours.
  • The Newcomer House, located at 18422 Shepherdstown Pike in Keedysville, is one of only two historic homes on the battlefield open to the public.
  • A cooperative agreement between the Antietam National Battlefield and the Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area allows for programming, management, and maintenance of the Newcomer House.

Hollywood Sign Trust Announces New Board of Trustee Members

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Hollywood Sign Trust, the 501(c)3 nonprofit trust responsible for maintaining the Sign and educating the world about its historical and cultural importance, today announced two new members will join its Board of Trustees, Ed Tom, former director of operations at the Hollywood Bowl (retired), and Dana Pesce, senior director, global head of real estate, strategy and planning at Netflix.

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  • The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce commissioned to have the Hollywood Sign rebuilt in 1978.
  • The Hollywood Sign Trust was created that same year to accomplish the express purpose of repairing, maintaining, refurbishing, protecting, restoring and providing capital improvements to Hollywood's most famous symbol and icon, The Hollywood Sign.
  • The Trust is also the official source for news and information about the Sign and maintains the Hollywood Sign website ( www.hollywoodsign.org ) and its social media platforms.
  • And in 2023, to honor the Sign's centennial year, CD4 Councilmember Nithya Raman, whose district includes the historic Hollywood Sign, partnered with the Hollywood Sign Trust (HST) to declare October 31, 2023 as Hollywood Sign Day in Los Angeles.

Caddo Mountain Spring Water, LLC Files a Lawsuit Against Environmental Works, Inc.

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE, Ark., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Caddo Mountain Spring Water, LLC, (CMSW) a premium spring, artesian and mineral bottled water start-up, announced today that it has recently filed a lawsuit against Environmental Works, Inc. of Kansas City, Missouri for negligence associated with its work on the company's project in Montgomery County, Arkansas.

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  • HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE, Ark., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Caddo Mountain Spring Water, LLC, (CMSW) a premium spring, artesian and mineral bottled water start-up, announced today that it has recently filed a lawsuit against Environmental Works, Inc. of Kansas City, Missouri for negligence associated with its work on the company's project in Montgomery County, Arkansas.
  • Caddo Mountain Spring Water, LLC Files a Lawsuit Against Environmental Works, Inc.
  • The legal filing in the Circuit Court of Montgomery County, Arkansas states that Environmental Works, Inc.'s actions were negligent, intentional, and improper, taken with knowledge of the damages that would be incurred by Caddo Mountain Spring Water, LLC as a result of its actions.
  • Once a strategic partner is selected and capital funding is completed, the Caddo Mountain Spring Water, LLC development will access and produce unsurpassed quality spring, artesian and mineral water at a proven high capacity on a sustainable basis.

Code Ninjas Announces Inaugural Prodigy Program Winners in Partnership with Microsoft MakeCode

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Thursday, December 21, 2023
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HOUSTON, Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Code Ninjas, the world leader in kids' coding education, announced the winners of its inaugural Prodigy Program, a pioneering enrichment education initiative.

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  • Winners Earned a Free Trip to Microsoft Headquarters, Microsoft Surface Tablets and More
    HOUSTON, Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Code Ninjas , the world leader in kids' coding education, announced the winners of its inaugural Prodigy Program, a pioneering enrichment education initiative.
  • In conjunction with its first partner in the program, Microsoft MakeCode, Code Ninjas selected a total of 10 Ninjas as winners.
  • As the inaugural partner, Microsoft MakeCode exposes Prodigy Program participants to an enriching curriculum that covers various topics from game design to hardware programming.
  • "Partnering with Code Ninjas on the Prodigy Program perfectly aligns with our mission to empower the next generation of technology creators and innovators," said Jacqueline Russell, Program Manager of Microsoft MakeCode.

New Study Reveals The Living Desert Zoo And Gardens Generates An Impressive $530 Million In Economic Impact For The Coachella Valley In California

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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PALM DESERT, Calif. and INDIAN WELLS, Calif., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A new economic impact study reveals The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens generates over $148M in annual economic impact for the Coachella Valley region, totaling over $534M since 2018. The 501(c)3 non-profit organization, situated dually in Palm Desert and Indian Wells, welcomed over 616,000 guests during the 2022-2023 season through general daytime attendance, signature special events, and educational opportunities and programs.

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  • PALM DESERT, Calif. and INDIAN WELLS, Calif., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A new economic impact study reveals The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens generates over $148M in annual economic impact for the Coachella Valley region, totaling over $534M since 2018.
  • "The economic impact generated by our organization is significant – creating jobs, boasting local tax revenues, and positively contributing to the overall economy."
  • - Allen Monroe, President/CEO of The Living Desert
    The economic impact study, completed by Tourism Economics in July 2023, reveals the significant impacts visitor and operational spending have on the greater Coachella Valley region.
  • The economic impact study reviewed the impact of current and future capital investments planned by The Living Desert.

Traditions of America at Chesterfield Wins Top Honors at 2023 Richmond Parade of Homes

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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RICHMOND, Va., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Traditions of America was among the winning builders at the 72nd Annual Home Builder's Association of Richmond Parade of Homes .

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  • RICHMOND, Va., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Traditions of America was among the winning builders at the 72nd Annual Home Builder's Association of Richmond Parade of Homes .
  • This year, the Parade features 50 homes throughout the Richmond region.
  • As with all Traditions of America homes, the Hancock can be customized in our signature Dream Home program.
  • Situated 30 minutes south of Richmond in Chesterfield County, Traditions of America at Chesterfield features 104 acres of rolling topography and dense pines.

Daytona Beach Area CVB Launches MotoPassport Scavenger Hunt on Biketoberfest® Mobile App

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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The official Biketoberfest® mobile app, available for free download on app stores, provides the most up-to-date information on everything there is to see, do and experience during the four-day rally.

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  • The official Biketoberfest® mobile app, available for free download on app stores, provides the most up-to-date information on everything there is to see, do and experience during the four-day rally.
  • The mobile app provides users convenient access to the rally's online calendar of events, bike show details, scenic rides and more.
  • New to the mobile app this year is the MotoPassport scavenger hunt.
  • The Riverfront Esplanade, located in downtown Daytona Beach, spans a mile of Intracoastal Waterway and is a premier gathering space and botanical garden.

The Hollywood Sign Trust Continues Celebration Of The Sign's Centennial Year With An Historic First

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In the Hollywood Sign's historic 100th year, the Hollywood Sign Trust, whose mission is to protect and preserve the Sign, is celebrating the centennial with updates including a transformative painting makeover and plans for a Visitor Center. To make more history, the latest project is a partnership with Apex As-Builts, a firm that provides comprehensive building measurement and laser scan services.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In the Hollywood Sign's historic 100th year, the Hollywood Sign Trust , whose mission is to protect and preserve the Sign, is celebrating the centennial with updates including a transformative painting makeover and plans for a Visitor Center.
  • The Hollywood Sign Trust maintains the original design blueprints from which the Hollywood Sign was constructed when it was rebuilt in 1978 but they are hand-drawn documents.
  • Apex As-Builts, Inc. was tapped to establish a precise historic record of the Sign with a thorough laser scan and an "as-built" 3D model.
  • This is central to the Hollywood Sign Trust's mission to preserve the Sign and we're thrilled to partner with Apex As-Builts on this piece of history."