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TelevisaUnivision Presents the 2024 Edition of "Vota Conmigo" Campaign to Educate, Empower and Engage Eligible U.S. Hispanic Voters

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

With 36.2 million eligible voters this year, the decisions made at the polls by Latino voters will shape the future of our country.

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  • With 36.2 million eligible voters this year, the decisions made at the polls by Latino voters will shape the future of our country.
  • TelevisaUnivision is fully committed to bolstering voter registration through the Vota Conmigo campaign, striving to increase Latino participation to 20 million at the polls.
  • This reflects the importance for Hispanics amid critical issues and agendas that will undoubtedly shape the Hispanic community for generations.
  • Our goal is to significantly exceed this in our drive to 20 million Hispanic votes in the 2024 elections.

National Animal Supplement Council Announces Publication of Landmark Safety Study of Cannabidiol Products in Healthy Dogs

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

The National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) today announced that Frontiers in Veterinary Science (Front.

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  • The National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) today announced that Frontiers in Veterinary Science (Front.
  • has published results from the first-of-its-kind peer-reviewed safety study of cannabidiol products in healthy dogs.
  • In the study, different cannabinoids were well tolerated in healthy male and female dogs when dosed for 90 consecutive days with a 14-day recovery period.
  • “These data demonstrate that different cannabidiols are safe for long-term use in healthy dogs when given at the dose studied,” said Bill Bookout, NASC President.

Iteris Chosen by Virginia Department of Transportation to Create Traffic Operations Strategic Plan

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

(NASDAQ: ITI), the world’s trusted technology ecosystem for smart mobility infrastructure management, today announced it has been awarded a new contract by the Virginia Department of Transportation for a statewide smart mobility initiative.

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  • (NASDAQ: ITI), the world’s trusted technology ecosystem for smart mobility infrastructure management, today announced it has been awarded a new contract by the Virginia Department of Transportation for a statewide smart mobility initiative.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240305733136/en/
    Iteris Chosen by Virginia Department of Transportation to Create Traffic Operations Strategic Plan (Photo: Business Wire)
    This contract involves operations planning and on-call services support.
  • Under the terms of the contract, Iteris, with input and collaboration from VHB, Kimley-Horn, and Prime AE, will develop a Traffic Operations Strategic Plan (TOSP) for the state of Virginia, which will encompass all programs within the scope of Traffic Operations and will define a path forward for the future of VDOT's Traffic Operations Program .
  • “We are thrilled to build upon our longstanding partnership with VDOT,” said Dr. Moe Zarean, general manager, mobility operations services at Iteris.

Sunstone, ALC Launch Dream Run, Moving Irvine Forward

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

It’s called the Dream Run – Moving Irvine Forward.

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  • It’s called the Dream Run – Moving Irvine Forward.
  • The first is the Irvine Tech Week 5K, followed by the FirstGen Color Run.
  • The second annual Irvine Tech Week, April 16-21, brings together entrepreneurs, investors, accelerators and other experts to showcase the thriving ecosystem of Irvine.
  • The FirstGen Color Run, a concept created by John Shen, celebrates the Irvine Dream.

“#TeachersServeToo” Publishes: Evan Erdberg’s New Book Analyzes Nationwide Teacher Shortage, Advocates for Teacher Respect

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Today marks the release of “ #TeachersServeToo ,” a critical analysis of the growing nationwide teacher shortage and the importance of providing structure and support to educators, authored by Proximity Learning Inc. president and founder Evan Erdberg.

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  • Today marks the release of “ #TeachersServeToo ,” a critical analysis of the growing nationwide teacher shortage and the importance of providing structure and support to educators, authored by Proximity Learning Inc. president and founder Evan Erdberg.
  • Physical copies of “#TeachersServeToo” can be purchased for $19.95 through Amazon and IndiePubs .
  • Digital copies are available for $0.99 through March 14, after which the price will increase to $4.99.
  • “My goal is to inspire every reader to double their commitment to celebrating and demanding respect for the teachers in their lives.

Public Schools of the Tarrytowns Select Ameresco for Energy Performance Contract

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Ameresco, Inc. , (NYSE: AMRC), a leading cleantech integrator specializing in energy efficiency and renewable energy, today announced its strategic partnership with the Public Schools of Tarrytowns.

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  • Ameresco, Inc. , (NYSE: AMRC), a leading cleantech integrator specializing in energy efficiency and renewable energy, today announced its strategic partnership with the Public Schools of Tarrytowns.
  • The proposed project aligns with the innovative Energy Performance Contracting (EPC) model under NYS Energy Law Article 9 and will ensure a budget-neutral solution, providing guaranteed savings and performance.
  • During the Comprehensive Energy Audit, students from the Public Schools of the Tarrytowns will have the opportunity to engage with Ameresco and Energia engineers.
  • The partnership between Energia and Ameresco reflects a strategic alliance aimed at delivering cutting-edge energy solutions to the Public Schools of the Tarrytowns.

California American Water Announces $20,000 State Strategic Impact Grant to Support Carmel River Steelhead Protection Efforts

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

California American Water is proud to announce a $20,000 State Strategic Impact grant awarded to the Carmel River Steelhead Association from the American Water Charitable Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S.

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  • California American Water is proud to announce a $20,000 State Strategic Impact grant awarded to the Carmel River Steelhead Association from the American Water Charitable Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S.
  • The funds will directly support the association's ongoing efforts to conserve and restore the threatened Steelhead trout population in the Carmel River.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240305135519/en/
    Josh Stratton, External Affairs Manager for California American Water with Steve Park, President of the Carmel River Steelhead Association (Photo: Business Wire)
    “This generous grant from the American Water Charitable Foundation will provide a significant boost to our steelhead conservation efforts,” said Steve Park, President of the Carmel River Steelhead Association.
  • “At California American Water, we are deeply committed to environmental stewardship and the communities we serve,” said Josh Stratton, External Affairs Manager for California American Water in Monterey.

Tyler Technologies Signs Agreement for Digital Government Solutions in Maryland

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Tyler Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: TYL) announced today that it has signed an agreement with the state of Maryland for Tyler’s award-winning digital government solutions and services following a competitive procurement process.

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  • Tyler Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: TYL) announced today that it has signed an agreement with the state of Maryland for Tyler’s award-winning digital government solutions and services following a competitive procurement process.
  • The five-year contract, which may be extended for five additional years at the state’s option, builds upon the existing 12-year relationship between Maryland and Tyler’s Digital Solutions Division.
  • The agreement features a fully cloud-hosted infrastructure and includes delivering on Maryland’s goals of secure, scalable, platform solutions accessible to all Marylanders.
  • Tyler currently provides more than 160 digital government services in the state of Maryland, working with 110 government entities.

MAR 19-20: State and Local Cyber Leaders Share Critical Learnings from Recent Cyber Attacks at 1st Billington State & Local CyberSecurity Summit

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

More than 30 cyber leaders from states and cities—including California, Dallas, Maryland, New York, Vermont, DC, Chicago, New Jersey, and North Dakota—will share key insights about how to avert cyber threats in the wake of recent attacks at the state and local level during the inaugural Billington CyberSecurity’s State and Local CyberSecurity Summit .

Key Points: 
  • More than 30 cyber leaders from states and cities—including California, Dallas, Maryland, New York, Vermont, DC, Chicago, New Jersey, and North Dakota—will share key insights about how to avert cyber threats in the wake of recent attacks at the state and local level during the inaugural Billington CyberSecurity’s State and Local CyberSecurity Summit .
  • Taking place on March 19-20 in Washington, DC as well as virtually, the two-day summit will convene senior cyber leaders to discuss protecting state and local governments from cyberattacks by exploring topics such as AI, safeguarding intellectual property from China, ransomware, cybercriminals, and more.
  • State and local governments and the critical infrastructure they support are facing significant cyber-attacks.
  • The summit brings together leaders to discuss issues and solutions for state and local government entities.

 New survey of Massachusetts residents reveals major concerns about safety and emergency response due to cyberattacks, natural disasters and legacy tech systems

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Mark43 , the leading cloud-native public safety software provider, today announced the results of a survey of Massachusetts residents, revealing major concerns with safety and emergency response due to cyberattacks, natural disasters and legacy systems.

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  • Mark43 , the leading cloud-native public safety software provider, today announced the results of a survey of Massachusetts residents, revealing major concerns with safety and emergency response due to cyberattacks, natural disasters and legacy systems.
  • “Massachusetts residents are concerned about the impact that ever-increasing natural disasters and cyberattacks are having on emergency response efforts and legacy public safety systems.
  • Massachusetts residents worry about safety at large events and about the impact of natural disasters and cyberattacks on emergency response operations.
  • Massachusetts residents are concerned about ever-increasing natural disasters due to climate change affecting response time and causing interruptions in 911 dispatching.