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Iowa American Water Acquires Royal Pines Village Water System

Energy, Residential Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Other Energy, Utilities, Geography of Iowa, Regions of the United States, Camden, New Jersey, RWE, IOWA, American Water Works, NOREM, United States
Monday, August 3, 2020 - 10:05pm

Iowa American Water announced today the companys acquisition of the water system of the Royal Pines Village Mobile Home Park in Clinton.

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  • Iowa American Water announced today the companys acquisition of the water system of the Royal Pines Village Mobile Home Park in Clinton.
  • Iowa American Water closed today on the purchase of the Royal Pines Village water system and is now the water provider for its mobile home community in Clinton.
  • The sale of the Royal Pines Village water system to Iowa American Water is a positive step forward for our residents, said Jenny Norem, Royal Pines Village Property Manager.
  • Iowa American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest investor-owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water services to approximately 216,000 people.

AARP Pennsylvania to Mobilize Older Voters Ahead of 2020 Elections

Regions of the United States, AARP, Pennsylvania
Monday, August 3, 2020 - 9:44pm

HARRISBURG, Pa., Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, AARP Pennsylvania launched "Protect Voters 50+," a comprehensive voter engagement campaign to support and protect Pennsylvanians age 50 and up as they vote in the 2020 elections.

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  • HARRISBURG, Pa., Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, AARP Pennsylvania launched "Protect Voters 50+," a comprehensive voter engagement campaign to support and protect Pennsylvanians age 50 and up as they vote in the 2020 elections.
  • "This election season promises to be unlike any other but one thing remains clear: If candidates want to win, they must listen to voters 50+," said AARP Pennsylvania State Director Bill Johnston-Walsh.
  • The "Protect Voters 50+" campaign will provide people with the information they need about this year's elections, including:
    AARP Pennsylvania will track key races and host tele-townhall events.
  • AARP also produces the nation's largest circulation publications: AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin.

Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc., Welcomes Restaurant Industry Veteran Lenny Comma to Its Board of Directors

Restaurants, Regions of the United States, Checkers and Rally's, Restaurant chains, CKE Restaurants, Tampa, Florida, Drive-through, Checker, Rally, Draughts, Board of directors
Monday, August 3, 2020 - 9:37pm

TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc., the parent company of Checkers & Rally's iconic drive-thru restaurants, today announced that industry veteran Lenny Comma is joining the company's Board of Directors.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc., the parent company of Checkers & Rally's iconic drive-thru restaurants, today announced that industry veteran Lenny Comma is joining the company's Board of Directors.
  • "Lenny's proven history of exceptional leadership, operational insights, marketing savvy and sales growth make him the ideal addition to our board."
  • He successfully led the Jack in the Box Board of Directors to make decisions regarding strategy, succession planning, governance, risk management, continuing education, and performance.
  • "Joining the Checkers & Rally's team as a director was a natural choice for me," said Mr. Comma.

WOW! Elects Gunjan Bhow to Board of Directors

Wide Open West, Wow, Walgreens, Regions of the United States, Midwestern United States, Economy of the United States
Monday, August 3, 2020 - 9:25pm

Internet, Cable & Phone (NYSE: WOW), a leading broadband and communications service provider, today announced the election of Gunjan Bhow, global chief digital officer of Walgreens Boots Alliance, to the WOW!

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  • Internet, Cable & Phone (NYSE: WOW), a leading broadband and communications service provider, today announced the election of Gunjan Bhow, global chief digital officer of Walgreens Boots Alliance, to the WOW!
  • Internet, Cable & Phone Board of Directors.
  • "We are pleased to welcome Gunjan to our board of directors," said Jeff Marcus, chairman of WOW!.
  • "The board of directors and management team are seasoned leaders who have successfully navigated a rapidly changing ecosystem and customer expectations in broadband, video, and digital.

RGC Resources, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Earnings

Regions of the United States, RGC Resources, Mid-Atlantic states, Roanoke, Virginia, Mountain Valley Pipeline, Virginia
Monday, August 3, 2020 - 9:45pm

ROANOKE, Va., Aug. 03, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RGC Resources, Inc. (NASDAQ: RGCO) announced consolidated Company earnings of $1,206,578 or $0.15 per diluted share for the quarter ended June 30, 2020.

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  • ROANOKE, Va., Aug. 03, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RGC Resources, Inc. (NASDAQ: RGCO) announced consolidated Company earnings of $1,206,578 or $0.15 per diluted share for the quarter ended June 30, 2020.
  • This compares to consolidated earnings of $1,138,555 or $0.14 per diluted share for the quarter ended June 30, 2019.
  • CEO Paul Nester stated, We experienced earnings growth driven primarily by improved utility margins, net of prior year rate case estimates, and the investment in the Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP).
  • RGC Resources, Inc. provides energy and related products and services to customers in Virginia through its operating subsidiaries Roanoke Gas Company and RGC Midstream, LLC.

Tamarack Resort Expands Bike-Park Offering with new Jump Park and Pump Track

Tamarack Resort, BMX, Flora of North America, Regions of the United States, Cycle sport, Cycling, World Geographical Scheme for Recording Plant Distributions, Tamarack: The Best of West Virginia, Larix laricina, Pump track
Monday, August 3, 2020 - 9:00pm

TAMARACK, Idaho, Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Tamarack Resort announces the opening of two new additions to its renowned bike park: a pump track and jump park.

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  • TAMARACK, Idaho, Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Tamarack Resort announces the opening of two new additions to its renowned bike park: a pump track and jump park.
  • The jump park provides intermediate to advanced riders with four dirt jump lines highlighted by three large six-foot ramps as well as a whale-tale.
  • The new area, which is complimentary for resort guests, is located near the base area of the resort, offering spectators a direct view of the action from the plaza level of the Village at Tamarack .
  • The grand-opening and ribbon-cutting for the new pump track and jump park will be Aug. 8, 4-6 p.m.

William Hill Officially Opens First-Ever Sports Book Within a U.S. Sports Complex at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C.

Regions of the United States, Gambling, Gambling in New Jersey, Entertainment, Sports betting, Wagering, William Hill, Monmouth Park Racetrack, Tropicana Casino & Resort Atlantic City, Tropicana, Atlantic City, New Jersey, Sportsbook
Monday, August 3, 2020 - 8:17pm

The temporary sports book is located inside the Capital One Arena Box Office at 601 F Street, NW.

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  • The temporary sports book is located inside the Capital One Arena Box Office at 601 F Street, NW.
  • "Our teams are working hard to finalize the permanent sports book, restaurant and bar concept we originally envisioned inside the arena."
  • In New Jersey, William Hill is operating at Monmouth Park Racetrack, Ocean Resort Casino, Tropicana Atlantic City, and online with the William Hill New Jersey sports betting app.
  • William Hill also is operating sports books in Indiana, West Virginia, and Iowa, and online with the William Hill Iowa sports betting app.

For the third consecutive year, Washington Post names Thompson Creek Window Company a Top Workplace in the region

Regions of the United States, Lanham, Maryland, Lanham, Maryland, Thompson Creek
Monday, August 3, 2020 - 8:45pm

Lanham, Maryland, Aug. 03, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lanham, MD, August 5,2020 Thompson Creek Window Company has been named one of The Washington Posts 2020 Top Workplaces in the Washington, D.C. area.

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  • Lanham, Maryland, Aug. 03, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lanham, MD, August 5,2020 Thompson Creek Window Company has been named one of The Washington Posts 2020 Top Workplaces in the Washington, D.C. area.
  • At Thompson Creek, our fun and engaging culture sets us apart and we are proud it has earned us a place among the Washington Posts Top Workplaces List.
  • Headquartered in Lanham, Maryland, Thompson Creek Window Company is a family-owned window manufacturer and installer of energy-efficient home improvement products.
  • Celebrating 40 years in business, Thompson Creek has evolved into a leading exterior home improvement company in the United States.

Pella Announces Hope at Work Contest

Marion County, Iowa, Pella, Pella, Iowa, IOWA, States of the United States, Regions of the United States
Monday, August 3, 2020 - 6:32pm

The Hope at Work contest is part of the company's # BuildingHope campaign which highlights the ways people are connecting with each other and giving back to their communities while physical connection remains a challenge.

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  • The Hope at Work contest is part of the company's # BuildingHope campaign which highlights the ways people are connecting with each other and giving back to their communities while physical connection remains a challenge.
  • Organizations were nominated by Pella branches across the United States, with finalists selected by leaders from across the company.
  • "Building hope takes a vision, hard work and all of us.
  • Pella Corporation is asking the public to vote for one of 26 organizations that best demonstrates going above and beyond.

Oshkosh Corporation to present at the Jefferies Virtual Industrials Conference

Engineering, Defense, Automotive Manufacturing, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Other Manufacturing, Other Defense, Oshkosh, Wisconsin, Oshkosh Corporation, Snow removal, Military vehicles, Oshkosh, McNeilus, Economy of the United States, Regions of the United States
Monday, August 3, 2020 - 6:07pm

Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK) announced today that it will participate in a fireside chat at the Jefferies Virtual Industrials Conference on Thursday, August 6, 2020.

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  • Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK) announced today that it will participate in a fireside chat at the Jefferies Virtual Industrials Conference on Thursday, August 6, 2020.
  • Headquartered in Wisconsin, Oshkosh Corporation employs more than 15,000 team members worldwide, all united behind a common cause: to make a difference in peoples lives.
  • Oshkosh products can be found in more than 150 countries under the brands of JLG, Pierce, Oshkosh Defense, McNeilus, IMT, Jerr-Dan, Frontline, Oshkosh Airport Products and London.
  • , All brand names referred to in this news release are trademarks of Oshkosh Corporation or its subsidiary companies.