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United States Mint Announces Release of Fourth Coin in Platinum Proof Series Celebrating Five Freedoms of the First Amendment

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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Washington, DC, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United States Mint (Mint) announced today that it is releasing the fourth coin in the five-year First Amendment to the United States Constitution Platinum Proof Coin Series on February 15, 2024, at noon (EST).

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  • Washington, DC, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United States Mint (Mint) announced today that it is releasing the fourth coin in the five-year First Amendment to the United States Constitution Platinum Proof Coin Series on February 15, 2024, at noon (EST).
  • Each of the freedoms enumerated in the First Amendment contributes to the growth and development of the Nation.
  • Artistic Infusion Program (AIP) Designer Donna Weaver created all obverse (heads) designs in this series, and United States Mint Chief Engraver Joseph Menna sculpted them.
  • Inscriptions are “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “$100,” “1 OZ.,” and “.9995 PLATINUM.”  United States Mint Medallic Artist Don Everhart sculpted the reverse.

ABWC Report: 10 Extreme Water Disasters in 10 Days Strain Economies Across the Nation and Expose Critical Federal Funding Gap for Water Infrastructure

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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The American Business Water Coalition (ABWC) today released a report that exposes the urgent need for the federal government to drastically increase water infrastructure funding and protect the nation’s businesses and local economies.

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  • The American Business Water Coalition (ABWC) today released a report that exposes the urgent need for the federal government to drastically increase water infrastructure funding and protect the nation’s businesses and local economies.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240207273751/en/
    The American Business Water Coalition's Business Impact Fact Sheet, “10 Extreme Water Disasters in 10 Days Shut Down Local Economies Across the Nation,” compiles a startling list of water infrastructure failures directly tied to extreme weather and business loss in or surrounding major metropolitan areas across the country.
  • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania suffered several large water main breaks following freezing temperatures, resulting in extreme street flooding and water shut-offs between Jan. 22-23 for 80 affected properties.
  • We are past due for this to be made a priority.”
    Currently, federal funding accounts for only 5% of all nationwide investment in water infrastructure.

COLDWELL BANKER COMMERCIAL ANNOUNCES 2023 TOP PERFORMER RANKINGS

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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MADISON, N.J., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Coldwell Banker Commercial®, an Anywhere Real Estate (NYSE: HOUS) brand, today announced its annual year-end ranking across the Coldwell Banker Commercial network, office and affiliated professional categories. These top performers will be recognized as the top in the nation at the 2024 Coldwell Banker Commercial Global Conference Marketing Summit on March 18 in Denver.

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  • MADISON, N.J., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Coldwell Banker Commercial® , an Anywhere Real Estate (NYSE: HOUS) brand, today announced its annual year-end ranking across the Coldwell Banker Commercial network, office and affiliated professional categories.
  • 2023 Coldwell Banker Commercial Award Recipients Include:
    Number One Affiliate Company in the Nation: Coldwell Banker Commercial Schmidt, Realtors, headquartered in Traverse City, Michigan, has been recognized as the top-producing affiliate.
  • Number One Brokerage Company in the Nation: Coldwell Banker Commercial Realty, headquartered in Madison, New Jersey, was recognized as the top-producing brokerage.
  • Number One Office in the Nation: Coldwell Banker Commercial Metro Brokers, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, was recognized as the top producing office.

Capitaliz Hires Former Business Enterprise Institute CEO to Lead Americas

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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In this role, Johnson will oversee the company's operations, strategy, and regional growth as Capitaliz aims to expand its business development and client success teams through advisory relationships.

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  • In this role, Johnson will oversee the company's operations, strategy, and regional growth as Capitaliz aims to expand its business development and client success teams through advisory relationships.
  • As CEO of the Business Enterprise Institute (BEI), he built resources and tools for advisors, increased membership, and expanded advocacy for exit planning.
  • Capitaliz's suite of insights and valuation tools helps quantify current business valuation, identify key value drivers, and make recommendations for strategic actions for enhancing business value.
  • The platform is built by industry professionals for business owners and advisors, including accountants, financial advisers, wealth managers, bankers, and business coaches.

Bumble Inc. Launches Deception Detector™: An AI-Powered Shield Against Spam, Scam and Fake Profiles

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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Deception Detector™ uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help identify spam, scam and fake profiles , aiming to take action before members even see them.

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  • Deception Detector™ uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help identify spam, scam and fake profiles , aiming to take action before members even see them.
  • Within the first two months of the technology’s introduction, Bumble saw member reports of spam, scam, and fake accounts reduced by 45%.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240206911584/en/
    Bumble Inc. Launches Deception Detector™: An AI-Powered Shield Against Spam, Scam and Fake Profiles (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Research from Bumble Inc. shows that globally, respondents cited fake profiles and the risk of scams as their top concerns when online dating*.
  • Deception Detector™ introduces a fast, reliable machine learning-based model to assess the authenticity of profiles and connections on Bumble Inc.’s platforms.

Birch Gold Group Doubles Down with Second Annual Donation to Gary Sinise Foundation

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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DES MOINES, Iowa, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Birch Gold Group, a leading gold IRA company, honored America's wounded warriors and first responders with a second annual donation of $25,000 to the Gary Sinise Foundation.

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  • DES MOINES, Iowa, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Birch Gold Group, a leading gold IRA company, honored America's wounded warriors and first responders with a second annual donation of $25,000 to the Gary Sinise Foundation.
  • Birch Gold staff vote annually to choose a recipient for the company's donation, explained Andy Klein, Chief Marketing Officer at Birch Gold.
  • "But the team was so moved by the incredible work the Gary Sinise Foundation does, they overwhelmingly voted to support them again in 2024."
  • Birch Gold Group is proud to be a part of the Gary Sinise Foundation's mission.

THINKING NATION TO INTRODUCE RESEARCH FINDINGS AT THE RONALD REAGAN PRESIDENTIAL FOUNDATION & INSTITUTE'S 'PROMOTING FREEDOM AND DEMOCRACY: AT HOME AND ABROAD' PRIVATE ROUNDTABLE ON FEBRUARY 6

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Monday, February 5, 2024
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Thinking Nation to introduce research findings on social studies education at President Reagan birthday event on Feb. 6.

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  • Thinking Nation to introduce research findings on social studies education at President Reagan birthday event on Feb. 6.
  • The roundtable is part of a day-long celebration, including a public address by Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Lech Walesa, to commemorate President Ronald Reagan's 113th birthday.
  • Thinking Nation is a national 501c3 committed to cultivating thoughtful citizens through the promotion of historical thinking in social studies.
  • "No, democracy is not a fragile flower; still, it needs cultivating," President Ronald Reagan said in 1982.

National Family Law Firm, WhitbeckBennett, Continues Expanding with Manassas, Virginia Partner

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Monday, February 5, 2024
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MANASSAS, Va., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National Family Law Firm, WhitbeckBennett continues to expand its nationwide reach with the addition of a new partner, Bethzabet Chavez, at their Manassas, VA office.

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  • MANASSAS, Va., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National Family Law Firm, WhitbeckBennett continues to expand its nationwide reach with the addition of a new partner, Bethzabet Chavez, at their Manassas, VA office.
  • Beth studied law at Thurgood Marshall School of Law.
  • WhitbeckBennett is the first national family law firm to serve both men and women.
  • This means we have focused our practice around the areas of law that affect everyone in your family.

Suburban Propane and Historic Tours of America Unite to Support Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center in Celebration of Black History Month

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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The LMCC is located in the Lincolnville Historic District, which was founded in 1866 by formerly enslaved people and stands in the town's most prominent historically black neighborhood.

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  • The LMCC is located in the Lincolnville Historic District, which was founded in 1866 by formerly enslaved people and stands in the town's most prominent historically black neighborhood.
  • "At Suburban Propane, we believe in the power of preserving and sharing diverse cultural histories," said Nandini Sankara, spokesperson, Suburban Propane.
  • "Our collaboration with the Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center aligns with our SuburbanCares commitment to support initiatives that celebrate and educate on the vibrant heritage of the communities in which we operate."
  • "We are honored to join forces with Suburban Propane to support the Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center," said Piper Smith, Vice President of Marketing, Historic Tours of America.

Consumer Watchdog Study: Public Scrutiny Has Saved Californians Over $5.5 Billion on Home, Auto Insurance Since 2002, Including $885 Million at Year-End

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Consumer Watchdog, a non-profit citizen organization, has saved state consumers $5.5 billion over the last 21 years using a voter-approved law that gives Californians a powerful and direct voice in how much insurance companies can charge – and insurance companies are trying to get rid of it.

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  • The report finds that insurance companies are primarily responsible for unnecessary delays in completion of rate reviews, not public scrutiny.
  • "Consumer Watchdog has blocked insurance companies from overcharging homeowners, renters, drivers and health care providers by $5.5 billion over the last 21 years," said Carmen Balber, Executive Director of Consumer Watchdog.
  • "The goal of the opponents of public scrutiny and participation is to allow insurance companies to overcharge Californians.
  • Since Insurance Commissioner Lara took office, Consumer Watchdog's rate challenges have saved Californians $2.1 billion.