Modesto, California

Benjamín León, Jr., makes landmark gift to FIU's CasaCuba

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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MIAMI, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --Leon Medical Centers Chairman and Founder Benjamín León, Jr., has given FIU CasaCuba a $10 million gift to help build its new home. The gift, announced today, establishes FIU CasaCuba at the Benjamín León Jr. Building on FIU's main campus. FIU CasaCuba is a multidimensional Cuban cultural and academic center that facilitates the discussion and study of Cuban affairs. It is envisioned as a vibrant Cuban home that invites visitors to gather, exchange ideas, and find inspiration in the rich Cuban heritage. CasaCuba at the Benjamín León Jr. Building will highlight and preserve the story of the Cuban diaspora and its impact on South Florida. "With this gift, our story lives on for generations to come," said León, who arrived in Miami shortly after the Cuban Revolution took power, at the age of 16. "Like many exiles, my family had to start anew, and they succeeded through hard work and perseverance. It is a great privilege to be able to contribute to the preservation and propagation of this American story."The new facility will be prominently located near one of the entrances to the Modesto A. Maidique Campus. It will leverage the latest technology, bringing the Cuban American experience to life like never before. The $40 million, 43,000-square-foot building will have exhibition space that will showcase FIU's Cuba-related collections and expertise and include classrooms and other academic space. The building, which is being designed by HKS Architects and will be built by Thornton Construction, is projected to open in 2027. "Benjamín León, Jr.'s gift is the most significant contribution to CasaCuba to date," said FIU President Kenneth A. Jessell. "As one of the most important and influential individuals in the Cuban exile community, we are humbled and honored to have Benjamín share in this ambitious project that will help preserve Cuban culture, and specifically the contributions of Cuban-Americans, for generations to come."The gift is significant beyond the financial support. "This pivotal gift is a testament to Mr. León's vision and generosity," said CasaCuba Executive Director Lydia Betancourt Space. "Not only does this extraordinary contribution bring us ever closer to making the dream of CasaCuba a reality, but it also represents an important endorsement of our historic mission. CasaCuba will be a moving experience for the exiled, the displaced, and the resilient in all of us." León, the chairman and founder of Leon Medical Centers, has been a prominent voice in South Florida's Cuban exile community since the 1960s. His family has established a legacy of caring for and providing healthcare services to the exile community and the community in general. Video clips and photos for media use are being updated to this folder.For the Spanish version of this story click here.

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  • The gift, announced today, establishes FIU CasaCuba at the Benjamín León Jr. Building on FIU's main campus.
  • CasaCuba at the Benjamín León Jr. Building will highlight and preserve the story of the Cuban diaspora and its impact on South Florida.
  • "Benjamín León, Jr.'s gift is the most significant contribution to CasaCuba to date," said FIU President Kenneth A. Jessell.
  • "This pivotal gift is a testament to Mr. León's vision and generosity," said CasaCuba Executive Director Lydia Betancourt Space.

Toll Brothers Campus Living® and CanAm Capital Partners Open New Luxury Apartment Community at Florida International University

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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Situated on a 1.73-acre site at 795 SW 110th Avenue, Lapis is adjacent to the Modesto A. Maidique Campus of Florida International University (FIU).

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  • Situated on a 1.73-acre site at 795 SW 110th Avenue, Lapis is adjacent to the Modesto A. Maidique Campus of Florida International University (FIU).
  • Toll Brothers Campus Living is responsible for the development, construction, marketing, and asset management of Lapis.
  • Lapis is the first Toll Brothers multifamily project in Florida and joins the growing Toll Brothers Campus Living student housing portfolio nationwide.
  • In 2024, Toll Brothers Campus Living anticipates the opening of The 87 at the University of Notre Dame and Kinetic at the Georgia Institute of Technology.

Concurrent Welcomes Ten Advisor Partner Teams with over $1 Billion in Assets

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Thursday, June 3, 2021
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Michael Grover, CFP, Managing Partner, Grover Financial Group with AUM of $311 million; an existing Raymond James Financial Services advisor and based in Modesto, CA.

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  • Michael Grover, CFP, Managing Partner, Grover Financial Group with AUM of $311 million; an existing Raymond James Financial Services advisor and based in Modesto, CA.
  • The six-person team also includes Financial Advisors Robert Powell, Justin Grover, Eric Taylor, with support from Jan Constable and Linda Carranza.
  • Thad Ortez, CFP, AWMA, also an existing Raymond James advisor in the Modesto, CA area, with AUM of $65 million.
  • Concurrent and its network of advisor teams are not registered broker/dealers or registered investment advisers.

Graceada Partners and Osso Capital Close on 196-Unit Multifamily Apartment Complex in Modesto

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Wednesday, April 7, 2021
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MODESTO, Calif., April 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Graceada Partners and Osso Capital are pleased to announce the acquisition of The Edge at Lakewood on 1401 Lakewood Ave in Modesto, California.

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  • MODESTO, Calif., April 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Graceada Partners and Osso Capital are pleased to announce the acquisition of The Edge at Lakewood on 1401 Lakewood Ave in Modesto, California.
  • The 196-unit apartment community is located a few miles outside of downtown Modesto and within walking distance of Lakewood Elementary School.
  • And we're excited to be working alongside a trusted partner like Osso Capital on this deal," said Joe Muratore, CCIM, Principal with Graceada Partners.
  • This acquisition is an investment from Graceada Partners Fund II and Osso Multifamily I.

Enviro Tech Launches ReducX for the Dairy, Food and Beverage Industries

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021
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MODESTO, Calif., April 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Modesto, California,manufacturer Enviro Tech Chemical Services (ETCS) has introduced ReducX, its newest cleaning and disinfecting formula for food and beverage equipment and facility cleaning.

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  • MODESTO, Calif., April 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Modesto, California,manufacturer Enviro Tech Chemical Services (ETCS) has introduced ReducX, its newest cleaning and disinfecting formula for food and beverage equipment and facility cleaning.
  • In facilities where sanitation costs are high, ReducX is a cost-effective option for a variety of food and beverage applications, including dairy and dairy products, beverage processing and bottling, wineries, and food processing.
  • With ReducX, food and beverage facilities can solve their sanitation and disinfection inefficiencies in less time and with fewer resources.
  • They simply can't risk getting their customers sick," said Enviro Tech CEO Mike Harvey.

CARNATION® Dairy Processing Facility Becomes First in the U.S. to Achieve Alliance for Water Stewardship Certification

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Monday, March 29, 2021
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MODESTO, Calif., March 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Nestl USA today announced that its CARNATION facility in Modesto, California is the first dairy processing facility in the U.S. to earn certification under the rigorous Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) standard.

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  • MODESTO, Calif., March 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Nestl USA today announced that its CARNATION facility in Modesto, California is the first dairy processing facility in the U.S. to earn certification under the rigorous Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) standard.
  • The CARNATION facility uses a "water positive" process to make evaporated milk, meaning the facility redistributes more water for farmers to use than it uses for production and cleaning.
  • "This certification is reflective of Nestl USA's robust approach to water stewardship at its CARNATION production facility in Modesto, California," said Matt Howard, Director for AWS North America.
  • AWS achieves this through a global water stewardship system, centered on the International Water Stewardship Standard (the AWS Standard), that drives, recognizes, and rewards good water stewardship performance.

$17.55-Million Apartment Community in the Central Valley Sold by The Mogharebi Group

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Tuesday, March 23, 2021
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The Mogharebi Group ("TMG") has completed the sale of Trails at 2112 Apartments, a 97-unit community in Modesto.

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  • The Mogharebi Group ("TMG") has completed the sale of Trails at 2112 Apartments, a 97-unit community in Modesto.
  • Alex Mogharebi and Otto Ozen of The Mogharebi Group represented the seller, a Northern California based investor.
  • The property is a high-quality turnkey asset thats located in a desirable central valley market, said Otto Ozen , Executive Vice President of The Mogharebi Group.
  • About The Mogharebi Group (TMG): The Mogharebi Group is a brokerage firm specializing in the multifamily property sector throughout California.

$20.4-Million Apartment Community the Central Valley Sold by The Mogharebi Group

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Friday, January 8, 2021
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The Mogharebi Group ("TMG") has completed the sale of Park Lakewood Apartment Homes, a 116-unit community in Modesto.

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  • The Mogharebi Group ("TMG") has completed the sale of Park Lakewood Apartment Homes, a 116-unit community in Modesto.
  • Alex Mogharebi and Otto Ozen of The Mogharebi Group represented the seller, a Northern California based investor.
  • It also has a solid unit mix and strong upside value, said Otto Ozen , Executive Vice President of The Mogharebi Group.
  • About The Mogharebi Group (TMG): The Mogharebi Group is a brokerage firm specializing in the multifamily property sector throughout California.

Colleen McCain Nelson named Executive Editor of The Sacramento Bee and Regional Editor for McClatchy's California News Outlets

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Tuesday, January 5, 2021
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Jan. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- McClatchy today announced the promotion of Colleen McCain Nelson to Executive Editor of The Sacramento Bee and Regional Editor for California.

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., Jan. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- McClatchy today announced the promotion of Colleen McCain Nelson to Executive Editor of The Sacramento Bee and Regional Editor for California.
  • She will lead McClatchy's newsroom in Sacramento and oversee all California newsrooms, including The Fresno Bee, The Modesto Bee, The Tribune in San Luis Obispo and the Merced Sun-Star.
  • McCain Nelson was previously McClatchy Opinion Editor and Editorial Page Editor for The Kansas City Star.
  • We extend our unique local and regional reach, relevance and resources to our advertising partners through fully-integrated marketing solutions.

Valley First Long-Time Board Member Honored With Prestigious Award

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Thursday, November 5, 2020
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MODESTO, Calif., Nov. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Valley First Credit Union is proud to celebrate long-term board member Wesley Hall as a recipient of the J. Alvin George Outstanding Volunteer Award from the California and Nevada Credit Union League.

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  • MODESTO, Calif., Nov. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Valley First Credit Union is proud to celebrate long-term board member Wesley Hall as a recipient of the J. Alvin George Outstanding Volunteer Award from the California and Nevada Credit Union League.
  • Hall has been connected to Valley First Credit Union for literally as long as it's been in existence.
  • "I remember as a kid we'd pick him up from work," said Gary Hall, Wes' son and current Valley First Board Member.
  • "Wes was a highlight of my interviews with the Valley First Board of Directors.