Shelby County

Napoli Shkolnik Files Class Action Lawsuit Related to Toxic Air Emissions from Medical Sterilization Plant in Memphis, Tennessee

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Thursday, August 3, 2023
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Napoli Shkolnik, along with Local Counsel Wampler, Carrol, Wilson & Sanderson, PLLC, filed a Class Action lawsuit in the Shelby County, Tennessee State Court on Wednesday August 2, 2023, seeking compensation for injuries suffered by the South Memphis community due to exposure to the toxic emissions from local medical sterilization facility.

Key Points: 
  • Napoli Shkolnik, along with Local Counsel Wampler, Carrol, Wilson & Sanderson, PLLC, filed a Class Action lawsuit in the Shelby County, Tennessee State Court on Wednesday August 2, 2023, seeking compensation for injuries suffered by the South Memphis community due to exposure to the toxic emissions from local medical sterilization facility.
  • Since 1979, Sterilization Services of Tennessee—located in a dense residential area of south Memphis—has been emitting dangerous amount of Ethylene Oxide into the air.
  • Late last year, the EPA began to publish information to impacted communities—including Memphis—about the most unsafe facilities using Ethylene Oxide.
  • Even more alarmingly, these emissions were approximately 100 times higher during periods of the 1980s and continue to be a devastating public health burden on the community today.

State and Local Housing Expert Katie Kitchin Joins Abt Associates

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Monday, July 10, 2023
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ROCKVILLE, Md., July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Katie Kitchin, a leader in housing and human services policies, has joined Abt Associates as the director of the company's state and local housing and asset building work. Kitchin's career spans 25 years of state-level technical assistance and implementation to advance the well-being of people and communities.

Key Points: 
  • Katie Kitchin, a leader in housing and human services policies, has joined Abt Associates as the director of the company's state and local housing and asset building work.
  • ROCKVILLE, Md., July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Katie Kitchin, a leader in housing and human services policies, has joined Abt Associates as the director of the company's state and local housing and asset building work.
  • As State and Local Director, Housing & Asset Building, Kitchin will bring all of Abt's capabilities and expertise—from data analysis to program evaluations, in areas ranging from homelessness to guaranteed income—to clients.
  • Prior to joining Abt, she was the Director of the Corporation for Supportive Housing's (CSH) Ohio office, where she led state and local housing policy and initiatives in Ohio, Kentucky, and Tennessee.

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare highlights men's mental health during annual breakfast

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023
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MEMPHIS, Tenn., May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 550 clinicians, social workers and community members attended Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare's ninth Mental Health Breakfast featuring a keynote address from well-known actor and producer Joe Pantoliano. Proceeds from the annual event benefit the Dennis H. Jones Living Well Network, a free behavioral health connection resource offered through the Memphis-based healthcare system.

Key Points: 
  • He later established a nonprofit organization of the same name to eliminate mental health stigma and educate the public about mental health.
  • Through special events like our annual Mental Health Breakfast and outreach efforts, more and more people have become aware of the services we provide.
  • Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare integrated mental health resources into its Le Bonheur Pediatric outpatient offices last year, making it even more convenient for children and parents or guardians to see a behavioral health counselor during a primary care visit.
  • Methodist Le Bonheur's team of skilled mental health providers can help families navigate those feelings in a healthy and positive way," added Pretzer.

In Memoriam -- William S. Consovoy

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023
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ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Consovoy McCarthy PLLC's founding partner, Will Consovoy, died last night.

Key Points: 
  • ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Consovoy McCarthy PLLC's founding partner, Will Consovoy, died last night.
  • And he was widely respected throughout the legal world for his unique skill as a litigation strategist," said Tom McCarthy, co-founder of the firm.
  • In 2014, Will left Wiley Rein with Tom to start Consovoy McCarthy PLLC.
  • Will is survived by his father, Andrew Consovoy; his mother, Linda Whalen; his stepfather, Bernie Whalen; his sister, Amanda Consovoy; and his niece, Lila.

Knauf Insulation Celebrates Recycling & Sustainability Achievements This Earth Day

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Friday, April 22, 2022
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Knauf has expanded upon its sustainability commitments over the past 12 months by supporting many recycling initiatives.

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  • Knauf has expanded upon its sustainability commitments over the past 12 months by supporting many recycling initiatives.
  • A new program with the Shelby County Recycling District in which glass collected at the Shelby County Transfer Station is used in the manufacturing process at Knauf Insulation.
  • Raising the awareness about glass recycling is very important to Knauf Insulation.
  • "Knauf Insulation believes that sustainability is an ongoing process that must be improved.

Duke Energy supports economic development in Indiana with nearly $120,000 in grants

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Thursday, March 31, 2022
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PLAINFIELD, Ind., March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy is awarding nearly $120,000 in strategic grants to 26 economic development groups to spur new jobs and investment across Indiana.

Key Points: 
  • PLAINFIELD, Ind., March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy is awarding nearly $120,000 in strategic grants to 26 economic development groups to spur new jobs and investment across Indiana.
  • "Duke Energy is working hand in hand with our local and regional economic development partners to accelerate growth and job creation in the communities we serve," said Erin Schneider, director of economic development for Duke Energy Indiana.
  • The funding is through Duke Energy's Partnership Program, which supports organizations that increase awareness of a community or region's economic development strategies and product availability.
  • Since the program was established in 2017, Duke Energy has contributed nearly $600,000 in grant funding to organizations that are helping create vibrant economies in Indiana.

Shelby County Lands TVA, Facebook Solar Site

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
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b'MEMPHIS, Tenn., May 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Memphis and Shelby County community is already home to the blues and barbeque; now Shelby County also will be home to one of Tennessee\'s largest solar farms.\nOn Wednesday, the Tennessee Valley Authority announced a new Green Invest partnership with Facebook and RWE Renewables that will build a 150-megawatt solar facility near Millington.

Key Points: 
  • b'MEMPHIS, Tenn., May 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Memphis and Shelby County community is already home to the blues and barbeque; now Shelby County also will be home to one of Tennessee\'s largest solar farms.\nOn Wednesday, the Tennessee Valley Authority announced a new Green Invest partnership with Facebook and RWE Renewables that will build a 150-megawatt solar facility near Millington.
  • "This project is more than a solar farm, it puts people to work, revitalizes communities and makes our region an environmental leader.
  • "Through TVA Green Invest, the clean energy generated from this site will fuel jobs locally and across the state and help Facebook achieve its carbon reduction goals.
  • "I\'m excited because TVA and Facebook are going to be great neighbors, and their trusted brands will benefit everyone in Shelby County.

Tyler Technologies to Provide Tax Billing and Collection System to Shelby County, Tennessee

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Tuesday, December 15, 2020
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Tyler Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: TYL) announced today it has signed an agreement with Shelby County, Tennessee, for the County Trustees Office to utilize Tylers Munis Tax Billing & Collection solution.

Key Points: 
  • Tyler Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: TYL) announced today it has signed an agreement with Shelby County, Tennessee, for the County Trustees Office to utilize Tylers Munis Tax Billing & Collection solution.
  • The office will use Tylers solution to assist with Tennessee property tax billing and collections.
  • We are confident that Tyler will help streamline tax billing and collections for our county through an all-inclusive but flexible solution.
  • Shelby County is the largest county by population and geographic area in Tennessee with a population of more than 930,000.

Tommy Doggett's newly released "Before I Go: Personalities of Shelby County" treasures stories of human interest that bring inspiration and wisdom to the heart

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Wednesday, August 19, 2020
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"Before I Go: Personalities of Shelby County" is the creation of published author Tommy Doggett, a former E4 in the US Army, and an article writer.

Key Points: 
  • "Before I Go: Personalities of Shelby County" is the creation of published author Tommy Doggett, a former E4 in the US Army, and an article writer.
  • Doggett shares, "This book contains a lot of history about East Texas and Shelby County in particular.
  • Consumers can purchase "Before I Go: Personalities of Shelby County" at traditional brick-and-mortar bookstores or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.
  • For additional information or inquiries about "Before I Go: Personalities of Shelby County," contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

Ban the Box Legislation Going Strong Despite Recession; Hiring Managers Take Note; Opines CriminalBackgroundRecords.com

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Friday, August 7, 2020
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Civic leaders in Shelby County are working to get more of their citizens opportunity for gainful employment through ban-the-box legislation.

Key Points: 
  • Civic leaders in Shelby County are working to get more of their citizens opportunity for gainful employment through ban-the-box legislation.
  • For the thousands of ex-offenders in Shelby County who re-enter society every year, revealing that information could have huge consequences.
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    Almeida concludes: "Any time a municipality, from the largest city to the smallest county, implements ban-the-box legislation, or any legislation that affects pre-employment background screening, hiring managers and HR Departments should immediately take note.
  • Assisting companies in maintaining full compliance under the law is a central tenet of all client relationships with CriminalBackgroundRecords.com.