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U.S. Conference of Mayors, National League of Cities & National Association of Counties Call on Congress to Pass $350 Billion in Direct Assistance to Cities & Counties

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Thursday, January 28, 2021
Organizations, National Association of Counties, Articles, Naco, National League of Cities, County, Joe Biden, Country subdivisions

With COVID-19 still ravaging communities throughout the country, cities and counties are approaching one year on the frontlines of this virus.

Key Points: 
  • With COVID-19 still ravaging communities throughout the country, cities and counties are approaching one year on the frontlines of this virus.
  • Congress must pass the Biden Administration's American Rescue Plan with direct, flexible fiscal assistance to cities and counties."
  • The National Association of Counties (NACo)strengthens America's counties, including nearly 40,000 county elected officials and 3.6 million county employees.
  • www.naco.org
    The National League of Cities (NLC) is the voice of America's cities, towns and villages, representing more than 200 million people.

David Kunik Named Comerica Bank Florida Market President

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Thursday, January 28, 2021
States of the United States, United States, Country subdivisions, Comerica, Kunik, Foley, Florida

As Retail District Manager and Florida Market President, Kunik will continue to oversee all Florida retail banking centers, while expanding his role to include business and community development efforts for all lines of business within the region.

Key Points: 
  • As Retail District Manager and Florida Market President, Kunik will continue to oversee all Florida retail banking centers, while expanding his role to include business and community development efforts for all lines of business within the region.
  • "We are fortunate to have a proven leader already in market to succeed Patty," said Texas Market President Brian Foley.
  • "David's diverse background in the financial services industry will be an asset in directing continued growth in Florida for Comerica."
  • Kunik joined Comerica Bank in 2013 as the Florida Retail District Manager.

Governor DeSantis Proclaims "Florida School Choice Week" as State Boasts Highest Participation in the Week in the Nation

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Thursday, January 28, 2021
States of the United States, Florida Republicans, United States, Country subdivisions, Ron DeSantis, National School Choice Week, DeSantis, School choice, Florida

Ron DeSantis' proclamation of Florida School Choice Week (Jan. 24-30) recognizes the state's diverse education options and how every child deserves an effective education.

Key Points: 
  • Ron DeSantis' proclamation of Florida School Choice Week (Jan. 24-30) recognizes the state's diverse education options and how every child deserves an effective education.
  • "Florida parents continue to lead in speaking up for school choice and growing educational opportunity in their state," said Andrew Campanella, president of National School Choice Week.
  • DeSantis for proclaiming the Week and wish Florida families, teachers, and community members all success this School Choice Week."
  • Year-round, National School Choice Week develops resources and guides to assist families searching for schools or learning environments for their children.

Humana to Begin Serving Medicaid Managed Care and Dual Eligible Residents in South Carolina

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Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Professional services, Health, Insurance, Other Health, Managed care, General Health, Federal assistance in the United States, United States, Healthcare reform in the United States, Humana, Medicaid, Country subdivisions

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210127005919/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210127005919/en/
    Humana will begin enrolling new Healthy Connections Medicaid members on July 1, 2021, followed by new Healthy Connections Prime members beginning January 1, 2022.
  • Were thrilled to partner with the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, and being selected to serve South Carolina Medicaid recipients means a great deal to all of us at Humana, said Natalia Aresu, Humanas South Carolina Medicaid Regional President.
  • Humana has a strong and growing commitment to South Carolina, serving 425,000 members in the state.
  • It is truly our honor to serve the people of South Carolina, particularly when COVID-19 is disproportionally impacting people with Medicaid.

Texas enters 2021 as world's 9th largest economy by GDP

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Wednesday, January 27, 2021
States of the United States, Country subdivisions, Political divisions of the United States, Texas

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Texas enters 2021 as the world's ninth largest economy, proof of the success of a long-term strategy to make Texas the best place to start or relocate a business, said Robert Allen, President and CEO of the Texas Economic Development Corporation.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Texas enters 2021 as the world's ninth largest economy, proof of the success of a long-term strategy to make Texas the best place to start or relocate a business, said Robert Allen, President and CEO of the Texas Economic Development Corporation.
  • Since 2015, Texas has been recognized as the world's 10th largest economy ahead of Canada and South Korea and behind Brazil.
  • Texas's economy overtook Brazil's to become the ninth largest economy in the world, according to 2019 GDP data from the International Monetary Fund.
  • Our standing as the world's ninth largest economy and our long-term expansion shows that Texas also offers rock-solid stability to companies that want to locate here."

Collection Sites Continues Expansion With Launch of New COVID-19 Testing Sites in Florida, Virginia and Texas

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Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Regions of the United States, Country subdivisions, United States, Southern United States, States of the Confederate States, States of the United States, Virginia, Florida

Collection Sites has launched three new sites in Texas, two new sites in Florida and a new site in Virginia.

Key Points: 
  • Collection Sites has launched three new sites in Texas, two new sites in Florida and a new site in Virginia.
  • In order to maximize operational efficiency, Collection Sites is conducting a state by state expansion where possible.
  • Additional sites are expected to be open in Texas, Florida, and Virginia within the coming week.
  • Collection Sites is setting up a series of COVID-19 testing sites across the United States with appointments and payments will be handled through the online portal www.testbeforeyougo.com .

Foresight Research: In the Middle of the Pandemic the Central Florida Auto Show was Conducted. How Did It Go?

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Tuesday, January 26, 2021
States of the United States, United States, Country subdivisions, Foresight, Transhumanism, Orlando, Florida, Auto show, Florida, Coronavirus disease

The Central Florida auto show was held in Orlando from December 18 to December 20 after postponing the dates originally planned.

Key Points: 
  • The Central Florida auto show was held in Orlando from December 18 to December 20 after postponing the dates originally planned.
  • Foresight Research immediately following the show interviewed 645 Orland residents some who attended the auto show and some that did not attend the auto show.
  • The 2020 Central Florida International Auto Show Focus Report details the impact that the COVID-19 virus has on auto shows.
  • Foresight Research covers a wide range of subjects with emphasis on auto shows, motorsports, experiential events, and vehicle accessories.

Peninsula Fiber Network Announces Leadership Succession Plan

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Monday, January 25, 2021
Glass production, Optical fiber, Telecommunications equipment, Michigan, United States, Country subdivisions

MARQUETTE, Mich., Jan. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Peninsula Fiber Network, LLC (PFN), a provider of fiber optic-based telecommunications services throughout Michigan, Wisconsin, and parts of Minnesota today announced a succession plan for its retiring General Manager, David McCartney.

Key Points: 
  • MARQUETTE, Mich., Jan. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Peninsula Fiber Network, LLC (PFN), a provider of fiber optic-based telecommunications services throughout Michigan, Wisconsin, and parts of Minnesota today announced a succession plan for its retiring General Manager, David McCartney.
  • Scott Randall announced as Peninsula Fiber Network general manager.
  • He has overseen significant growth as PFN expanded its footprint from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan through the Lower Peninsula.
  • The Board then began to draft a succession plan for Dave's role.

Chilton Trust Hires Thomas Walsh as Senior Vice President of the Naples and SW Florida Region

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Monday, January 25, 2021
Professional services, Other Professional Services, Finance, Consulting, Banking, Accounting, States of the United States, United States, Country subdivisions, Bessemer, Naples, Florida, Florida, Trust company, Chilton

Chilton Trust , a leading independent wealth management firm, today announced that Thomas Walsh has joined the firm as Senior Vice President of the Naples and SW Florida Region.

Key Points: 
  • Chilton Trust , a leading independent wealth management firm, today announced that Thomas Walsh has joined the firm as Senior Vice President of the Naples and SW Florida Region.
  • In this role, he will be responsible for leading the continued expansion of Chilton Trust in Floridas southwest region and will ultimately support the opening of a new office in Naples this year.
  • Mr. Walsh brings nearly 20 years of experience helping clients navigate all aspects of the wealth management landscape.
  • In addition, Mr. Walsh was a senior member of Bessemer Trust Company of Florida Officers Committee and the Bessemer Trust Company of Florida Trust Committee.

BetRivers.com Off To Strong Start In Michigan After First Weekend Of Online Casino And Sports Betting

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Monday, January 25, 2021
Sports betting, Wagering, Michigan, United States, Country subdivisions

"We are incredibly excited to be off to a strong start in Michigan," said Richard Schwartz, president of RSI's BetRivers.com.

Key Points: 
  • "We are incredibly excited to be off to a strong start in Michigan," said Richard Schwartz, president of RSI's BetRivers.com.
  • "We are thrilled to see our BetRivers.com site live in the booming Michigan market and this first weekend proved to us that there is a huge appetite for online casino and sports betting.
  • The NFC Championship Game was the most wagered on event in the state of Michigan, followed by the AFC Championship Game.
  • Despite both Michigan and Michigan State's basketball programs being paused due to COVID-19 issues, college basketball was the second-most wagered-on sport of the opening weekend in the state.