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Gilbane Building Company Celebrates the Grand Opening of Dreamers Academy

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
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SARASOTA, Fla., Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gilbane Building Company, together with Wolfe Architects, Inc., Kimley-Horn, and HighMark School Development, delivered a state-of-the-art K-5 independent public charter school using an innovative design-build approach. Settled on a 5.4-acre greenfield site, this two-story, 43,100-square-foot institution aims to nurture bilingual, bi-literate, and cross-cultural leaders who will be fluent in English and Spanish by the time they reach fifth grade.

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  • SARASOTA, Fla., Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gilbane Building Company, together with Wolfe Architects, Inc., Kimley-Horn, and HighMark School Development, delivered a state-of-the-art K-5 independent public charter school using an innovative design-build approach.
  • "We are thrilled to have been entrusted with this HighMark School Development project, and we are confident that this unique educational endeavor at Dreamer Academy will profoundly impact students, parents, teachers, and the entire community."
  • "We are thrilled to have been entrusted with this HighMark School Development project, and we are confident that this unique educational endeavor at Dreamer Academy will profoundly impact students, parents, teachers, and the entire community," said James Caldwell, Gilbane Building Company, Sarasota Business Leader.
  • Dr. Cathy Rodriguez, Dreamers Academy Head of School, said the new educational campus was designed and built to maximize the students' learning and happiness.

Boeing Donates $500,000 to Assist with Wildfire Recovery and Relief Efforts in Hawaii

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
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ARLINGTON, Va., Aug. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] is committing $500,000 to assist with disaster recovery and relief efforts in Hawaii following deadly wildfires that have devastated Maui communities.

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  • ARLINGTON, Va., Aug. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] is committing $500,000 to assist with disaster recovery and relief efforts in Hawaii following deadly wildfires that have devastated Maui communities.
  • $250,000 for Hawai'i Community Foundation's Maui Strong Fund to provide rapid response and recovery including shelter, food, grief support and more to impacted communities.
  • Consistent with Boeing employee gift match programs, the company will match qualifying employee contributions made in support of wildfire relief efforts.
  • Disaster recovery and relief efforts align with Boeing's ongoing commitment to the communities where our colleagues live and work.

Verizon makes progress on Maui network restoration

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Saturday, August 12, 2023
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HONOLULU, Aug. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- While crews are gaining ground on wildfire containment, Verizon is continuing its efforts to restore service and provide assistance to the people of Maui.

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  • In the aftermath of the most devastating natural disaster in Hawai`i’s history, Verizon engineers are working diligently on network restoration and recovery efforts.
  • Partial service to a portion of West Maui from Maalaea and the Maui Chin to the South through Lahaina Civic Center to the North.
  • Verizon continues to engage local and state EOC contacts to prioritize restoration and arrange for logistics to bring more equipment to Maui.
  • While Verizon works to restore the network, there may be inconsistent and partial restoration of network coverage.

Verizon donates $100,000 toward Maui wildfire relief

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Friday, August 11, 2023
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HONOLULU, Aug. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In response to the devastating wildfires that have ravaged the island of Maui, Verizon is contributing $100,000 to the Hawai`i Community Foundation. Verizon’s donation will support the Maui Strong Fund, which was created to provide community resilience with resources for disaster preparedness, response, and recovery. The fund is currently being used to support communities affected by the wildfires on Maui.

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  • Verizon’s donation will support the Maui Strong Fund , which was created to provide community resilience with resources for disaster preparedness, response, and recovery.
  • The fund is currently being used to support communities affected by the wildfires on Maui.
  • “The Maui Strong Fund will provide resources that can be deployed quickly, with a focus on relief and recovery for the devastating wildfires.”
    Citizen Verizon, the company’s responsible business plan, is supporting impactful volunteer opportunities for Verizon employees with vetted organizations via the Citizen Verizon Volunteers Portal, including with the American Red Cross.
  • Verizon employees can offer their support for relief efforts, including volunteering with shelters, disaster casework and disaster action team response.

Council for Quality Growth Hosts 300+ at 3rd Annual INTERSECTION Conference

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Friday, August 11, 2023
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ATLANTA, Aug. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On August 10, 2023, the Council for Quality Growth, through the Quality Growth Institute, hosted The 2023 INTERSECTION Quality Development Conference at the City Springs Studio Theatre. Mayor Rusty Paul opened the conference with a warm welcome to the City of Sandy Springs. Over 300 Council for Quality Growth members, elected officials, government staff, and development industry professionals gathered for the 3rd annual event. The 2023 theme "Collaborate & Compete" convened 22 expert speakers to share stories, unwrap critical issues, and discuss opportunities as they relate to collaboration between public and private entities and housing affordability in the metro Atlanta region. On the backend of an economically trying pandemic, a region with a dependence on commercial property taxes has great opportunity to lean into public-private partnerships that create housing inventory that is affordable and attainable for the talent of continued investment. The Council for Quality Growth is a convener of private investors and public policy makers, advocating for regulations that support smart growth in the region. "The INTERSECTION Conference is about bringing these groups together," said Rob Ross, 2023 Council Chairman and Senior Vice President of Kimley-Horn, "and to get them talking about ways to collaborate towards higher quality development in metro Atlanta. The best way for us to learn is from each other." This annual event serves as the Council's platform to educate both sides of development with outside approaches, best practices, and lessons learned. Doug Hooker, CEO of the Atlanta Connector Park and former ARC Executive Director, guided these conversations as emcee of the full conference.

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  • ATLANTA, Aug. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On August 10, 2023, the Council for Quality Growth, through the Quality Growth Institute, hosted The 2023 INTERSECTION Quality Development Conference at the City Springs Studio Theatre.
  • Over 300 Council for Quality Growth members, elected officials, government staff, and development industry professionals gathered for the 3rd annual event.
  • The Council for Quality Growth is a convener of private investors and public policy makers, advocating for regulations that support smart growth in the region.
  • The INTERSECTION Conference is a product the Quality Growth Institute, the education arm of the Council for Quality Growth and an established 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in the state of Georgia.

Hawai‘i Community Foundation Through Generosity of Our Donors Commits $1 Million to Support Maui Residents Affected by the Devastating Maui Wildfires

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Thursday, August 10, 2023
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The Hawai‘i Community Foundation (HCF), with the generosity of donors, has activated its Maui Strong Fund with $1 million in commitments to support residents affected by the Maui wildfires.

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  • The Hawai‘i Community Foundation (HCF), with the generosity of donors, has activated its Maui Strong Fund with $1 million in commitments to support residents affected by the Maui wildfires.
  • “The Maui Strong Fund will provide resources that can be deployed quickly, with a focus on relief and recovery for the devastating wildfires that are still taking place on Maui.
  • “We appreciate HCF leaning in and providing a way for people to support Maui families affected by the wildfires.
  • To send a check, please make it payable to “Hawai‘i Community Foundation” and write Maui Strong Fund in the memo and mail it to:

Humana Foundation and Greater Louisville Inc. Partner to Address the Shortage of Regional Mental Health Providers

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023
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Grants between $50,000 and $100,000 will be awarded for projects that enable providers to significantly increase the number of people receiving mental health services.

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  • Grants between $50,000 and $100,000 will be awarded for projects that enable providers to significantly increase the number of people receiving mental health services.
  • The post-pandemic need for mental health services in Greater Louisville and across the nation is staggering.
  • Mental health providers can apply for the one-year grants on Greater Louisville Inc.’s website.
  • Thank you to the Humana Foundation and GLI for stepping up and helping to address this critical issue here in Louisville and across the Commonwealth.”

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Plans to Sell to Local Families

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023
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TETON VILLAGE, WYO., Aug. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- After 31 years of ownership, the Kemmerer family today announced its intent to sell Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR).

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  • TETON VILLAGE, WYO., Aug. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- After 31 years of ownership, the Kemmerer family today announced its intent to sell Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR).
  • “The time has come to transition ownership of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort.
  • We take great pride in what JHMR has become and what it represents to the Jackson Hole community and the state of Wyoming,” said Jay Kemmerer.
  • “Jackson Hole Mountain Resort’s legendary runs, couloirs and iconic features have provided the quintessential ski mountain experience for decades.

HUDSON-WEBBER FOUNDATION UNVEILS IMPACT REPORT, HIGHLIGHTS GRANTMAKING ACHIEVEMENTS AND STRATEGIC ACTIVITIES

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Monday, July 31, 2023
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DETROIT, July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Trustees of the Hudson-Webber Foundation today announced the release of "Six Years in Review: Impact Report 2017-2022." The report, a first of its kind for the Foundation, highlights milestone achievements in grantmaking and funding strategies and was initiated by the Trustees to have a better understanding of the impact of the Foundation's strategy in Detroit. The report also documents and reflects on lessons learned from grantees and key external stakeholders and to inform the ongoing development of Hudson-Webber Foundation strategies and objectives moving forward.

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  • The report, a first of its kind for the Foundation, highlights milestone achievements in grantmaking and funding strategies and was initiated by the Trustees to have a better understanding of the impact of the Foundation's strategy in Detroit.
  • In 2017, the Hudson-Webber Foundation launched a new strategic framework to ensure that it would continue to meaningfully contribute to its mission of improving the quality of life of Detroiters.
  • "Six Years in Review: Impact Report 2017-2022" outlines the progress that the Foundation made toward this new strategy, along with its policy work.
  • Hudson-Webber's "Six Years in Review: Impact Report 2017-2022" by the numbers:
    To read the "Six Years in Review: Impact Report 2017-2022" visit H-W-Impact-Report_072823_web-3.pdf (hudson-webber.org) .

Honigman LLP Announces the Passing of Law Firm Co-founder Alan E. Schwartz

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Friday, July 28, 2023
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(Jack) Miller in 1952 creating the firm, which was then known as Honigman Miller and Schwartz.

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  • (Jack) Miller in 1952 creating the firm, which was then known as Honigman Miller and Schwartz.
  • Alan was a lawyer, businessman and friend to his clients, whom he served with integrity and intelligence," said Honigman Chairman and CEO David Foltyn.
  • It was his vision for Honigman 'to be the best law firm for the best lawyers' which has inspired and guided our firm for over half a century."
  • He is survived by his children, Marc (Emily Camiener) Schwartz, Kurt (Susan) Schwartz and Ruthanne (Joe) Fuller, and five grandchildren.