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The Second City Adds Stephen Colbert, Chris Henchy, Larry Irving, Brad Jenkins, Laura Kennedy and Chris Licht to Board of Directors

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Thursday, June 10, 2021
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"As a young comedian, The Second City was my artistic home where I learned my chops and had the freedom to fail with my friends.

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  • "As a young comedian, The Second City was my artistic home where I learned my chops and had the freedom to fail with my friends.
  • "The Second City name has become synonymous with comedic excellence, and we owe that to the talent, staff, alumni and audiences that form our community."
  • The Second City Artistic Advisory Board will be announced in full at a later date.
  • Stephen Colbert currently hosts the Emmy award nominated, #1 show in late night TheLate Show with Stephen Colbert.

2021 Tribeca Film Festival Premieres Short Documentary “Nando” by New York Film Academy Alumni Alec Cutter and Igal Albala

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Thursday, June 10, 2021
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New York, June 10, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New York Film Academy (NYFA) is excited to congratulate alumni Alec Cutter and Igal Albala on the upcoming world premiere of their short documentary Nando at the prestigious Tribeca Film Festival.

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  • New York, June 10, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New York Film Academy (NYFA) is excited to congratulate alumni Alec Cutter and Igal Albala on the upcoming world premiere of their short documentary Nando at the prestigious Tribeca Film Festival.
  • We are thrilled to have our first independent film premiering at Tribeca, said Alec.
  • It means so much that Nando and the favela community of Mangueira will have their story told to the world.
  • New York Film Academy congratulates the outstanding achievement of alumni Alec Cutter and Igal Albala, who will join an incredible group of creators at Tribeca this year, including Lin-Manuel Miranda, Whoopi Goldberg, Steven Soderbergh, Jon M. Chu, and Blondie.

Marilu Henner Helps Seniors Unlock Memories at Belmont Village Senior Living

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021
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Belmont Village Senior Living Hollywood Hills welcomed actress, producer, radio host, podcaster and author Marilu Henner to have a discussion with Belmont Village Senior Living Founder & CEO Patricia Will.

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  • Belmont Village Senior Living Hollywood Hills welcomed actress, producer, radio host, podcaster and author Marilu Henner to have a discussion with Belmont Village Senior Living Founder & CEO Patricia Will.
  • Belmont Village is thrilled to have been able to share Marilus engaging story and tips to enrich our lives, says Belmont Village founder and CEO Patricia Will.
  • This is core to our own values at Belmont Village as we seek to make aging a gift for our residents.
  • After explaining these concepts, Marilu offered advice on helping seniors unlock memories.

Jefferson Security Bank Recognized as a Top 200 Community Bank

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021
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Jefferson Security Bank (OTC Pink: JFWV) announced that it was named to the American Banker magazines Top 200 Publicly Traded Community Banks.

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  • Jefferson Security Bank (OTC Pink: JFWV) announced that it was named to the American Banker magazines Top 200 Publicly Traded Community Banks.
  • This is the second consecutive year that Jefferson Security Bank has been designated among the highest performing community banks in the nation.
  • Jefferson Security Bank is an independent community bank evolving with the needs of the customers and the communities it serves.
  • Jefferson Security Bank is a West Virginia state-chartered bank that was formed and opened for business on May 19, 1869, making it the oldest bank in Jefferson County, West Virginia.

Roku Orders Second Season of Kevin Hart’s ‘Die Hart’ from Laugh Out Loud

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Tuesday, June 8, 2021
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Roku, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROKU) and Laugh Out Loud, the multi-platform comedy brand, today announced Kevin Harts comedy action series, Die Hart, will return to The Roku Channel for a second season titled, Die Harter.

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  • Roku, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROKU) and Laugh Out Loud, the multi-platform comedy brand, today announced Kevin Harts comedy action series, Die Hart, will return to The Roku Channel for a second season titled, Die Harter.
  • In addition to returning to his starring role, Hart will also executive produce the second season; Laugh Out Loud CEO and Harts longtime business partner, Jeff Clanagan, will serve as producer on the project.
  • Its been great to see the incredible response to Die Hart on The Roku Channel, said LOL founder and chairman, Kevin Hart.
  • Were excited for the opportunity to team up with Roku and be the first Roku Original to get a second season.

Exclusive Interview With Senator Charles Schumer on “Estudio DC con Gerson Borrero” to Air June 10

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Tuesday, June 8, 2021
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210608005934/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210608005934/en/
    Senator Chuck Schumer joins Estudio DCs Gerson Borrero for an exclusive interview.
  • Watch the half hour special on June 10 @ 9PM ET/PT, June 13 at 10AM ET/PT on HITN-TV and on HITN GO.
  • Schumer especially highlights how important immigrants are to the countrys future and affirms that "there is no better economic engine for America than immigrants."
  • The Estudio D.C interview with Senator Schumer will be broadcast on the following dates and times:
    Half-hour special featuring Senator Schumers one-on-one interview with Gerson Borrero: Thursday, June 10 at 9 p.m.

Nick Cannon and Daymond John to Host Competition for Youth with a Grand Prize of $10,000

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Tuesday, June 1, 2021
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The event on Thursday, June 3rd titled "America's Teen Mogul (ATM) National Student Business Plan Competition", will be hosted by actor and entrepreneur Nick Cannon and star of ABC's Shark Tank, Daymond John.

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  • The event on Thursday, June 3rd titled "America's Teen Mogul (ATM) National Student Business Plan Competition", will be hosted by actor and entrepreneur Nick Cannon and star of ABC's Shark Tank, Daymond John.
  • The ATM competition is designed to expose youth ages 12 to 19 to the global career and entrepreneurship opportunities available in the entertainment and growing middle-skill job sectors.
  • Since 2016, the Nick Cannon Foundation has held annual ATM Competitions in cities nationwide, including weekly training workshops to prepare the teen entrepreneurs.
  • "I am delighted to join Nick Cannon, as we're both proud products of the public school system, to encourage and expose our youth to unlimited possibilities."

New Sharon Begley-STAT Science Reporting Fellowship Aims to Increase Racial and Ethnic Diversity Among Next Generation of Science Journalists

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Tuesday, June 1, 2021
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The nine-month fellowship is intended for early-career U.S. journalists from racial and ethnic groups underrepresented in the profession and will prepare them for a successful career in science journalism.

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  • The nine-month fellowship is intended for early-career U.S. journalists from racial and ethnic groups underrepresented in the profession and will prepare them for a successful career in science journalism.
  • "Sharon relished mentoring younger science journalists, and her professional progeny work at news organizations across the U.S.
  • The Sharon Begley-STAT Science Reporting Fellowship aims to serve as a model for expanding racial diversity in science journalism that could be replicated at other publications.
  • This fellowship pays tribute to her outstanding career while paving the way for the next generation of science journalists.

CJF Tribute Talk features André Picard and Dr. Sanjay Gupta

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Monday, May 31, 2021
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TORONTO, May 31, 2021 /CNW/ -Andr Picard, health reporter and columnist for The Globe and Mail, and Dr. Sanjay Gupta, chief medical correspondent for CNN, will be in back-to-back conversations in a special Tribute Talk presentation by The Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF) on June 10 at 1 p.m.

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  • TORONTO, May 31, 2021 /CNW/ -Andr Picard, health reporter and columnist for The Globe and Mail, and Dr. Sanjay Gupta, chief medical correspondent for CNN, will be in back-to-back conversations in a special Tribute Talk presentation by The Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF) on June 10 at 1 p.m.
  • This special event comes a day after the multi-award-winning Picard and Gupta will be honoured with the CJF Tribute at the annual CJF Awards, recognizing their national and international contributions in providing accurate and vital information amid the uncertainty of the fast-moving global COVID-19 pandemic.
  • "We're honoured to have Andr Picard and Dr. Sanjay Gupta provide their unique perspectives and speak to their experiences covering COVID-19, given their knowledge and history of reporting on some of the biggest health crises of our generation."
  • The annual CJF Tribute recognizes a journalist who has made an impact on the global stage.

The Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans Announces Sponsorship of PBS' 32nd Annual National Memorial Day Concert

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Thursday, May 27, 2021
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The accomplishments of Horatio Alger Members and the hope that lies within Horatio Alger Scholars and Alumni are possible because our country's freedom is protected.

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  • The accomplishments of Horatio Alger Members and the hope that lies within Horatio Alger Scholars and Alumni are possible because our country's freedom is protected.
  • "Thanks to a group of Members, the Association is pleased to support the 32nd National Memorial Day Concert," said James F. Dicke II, president, Horatio Alger Association and 2015 Horatio Alger Award recipient.
  • "We are delighted to welcome the Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans as a new underwriter for the National Memorial Day Concert," said Michael Colbert, Capital Concerts Executive Producer.
  • The Association honors all of our country's courageous veterans and service men and women, including the following Horatio Alger Association Members: