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unDEAFeated and BLUEMOTH Hearing Unite to Break Down Stigmas and Spread Hearing Loss Awareness

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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MOORESVILLE, N.C., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, unDEAFeated, the leading Hearing Loss awareness brand founded by Keenan Tully, announces an exciting partnership with BLUEMOTH Hearing, a revolutionary try-before-you-buy hearing aid company.

Key Points: 
  • MOORESVILLE, N.C., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, unDEAFeated, the leading Hearing Loss awareness brand founded by Keenan Tully, announces an exciting partnership with BLUEMOTH Hearing, a revolutionary try-before-you-buy hearing aid company.
  • Together, they aim to raise awareness about Hearing Loss, shatter stigmas surrounding wearing hearing aids, and inspire younger generations to embrace their dreams regardless of hearing challenges.
  • By working together, unDEAFeated and BLUEMOTH will amplify their efforts to spread awareness about hearing loss and create a world where wearing hearing aids is seen as a positive choice.
  • By allowing people to try their hearing aids before making a purchase, BLUEMOTH aims to break down barriers and stigmas associated with hearing loss.

Students Sharpen Skills in National Weed Science Contest

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Monday, October 30, 2023
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WESTMINISTER, Colo., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Can you identify a weed species in any growth stage? Or, know all aspects of sprayer calibration, such as required spray volume?

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  • This summer, students were tested on such weed science skills and more in the 2023 Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) National Weed Science Contest held at Bayer's research farm in Union City, Tennessee.
  • This summer, students were tested on such weed science skills and more in the 2023 Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) National Weed Science Contest held at Bayer's research farm in Union City, Tennessee.
  • "This contest was a great educational opportunity for students to showcase their weed science knowledge," says Matthew Wiggins, WSSA student contest chair.
  • Regional awards sponsored by the Northeastern Weed Science Society, North Central Weed Science Society, Southern Weed Science Society, and Western Society of Weed Science were also given to students.

Piedmont Lithium Partners With Vinland Lithium to Advance the Killick Lithium Project in Newfoundland

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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Piedmont has agreed to pay C$2 million for a 19.9% equity interest in Vinland Lithium Inc. (“Vinland Lithium”), a new entity established with Sokoman Minerals Corp. (“Sokoman Minerals”) (40.1%) and Benton Resources Inc. (“Benton Resources”) (40.1%).

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  • Piedmont has agreed to pay C$2 million for a 19.9% equity interest in Vinland Lithium Inc. (“Vinland Lithium”), a new entity established with Sokoman Minerals Corp. (“Sokoman Minerals”) (40.1%) and Benton Resources Inc. (“Benton Resources”) (40.1%).
  • The Company also may earn up to a 62.5% equity interest in Killick Lithium Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Vinland Lithium holding a 100% interest in the Killick Lithium Project (“Killick Lithium” or the “Project”), through a staged investment agreement.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231011399097/en/
    Geologically, the Killick Lithium property is analogous to the Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt, which hosts Piedmont’s Carolina Lithium project.
  • Killick Lithium grants Piedmont exclusive marketing rights for the promotion and sale of any lithium products produced from the Project on a life of mine basis.

Swinerton Completes $6M of School Projects: Two North Carolina schools welcome students with improved facilities

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Just in time for the new school year, Swinerton, an industry leading general contractor with offices nationwide, announces the completion of two construction projects at schools in North Carolina. The firm completed renovations at Carolina Charter Academy in Angier, N.C., south of Raleigh, N.C.; and at Melmark Carolinas in south Charlotte. Enhancements made as a result of these projects not only added more space, but also improved the facilities to address the increasing demand for specialty education services.

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  • Swinerton completed a $3.2 million gymnasium for Carolina Charter Academy (south of Raleigh) that features sport courts and room for up to 200 fans.
  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Just in time for the new school year, Swinerton, an industry leading general contractor with offices nationwide, announces the completion of two construction projects at schools in North Carolina.
  • The firm completed renovations at Carolina Charter Academy in Angier, N.C., south of Raleigh, N.C.; and at Melmark Carolinas in south Charlotte.
  • "Swinerton recognizes that educational construction, especially charter schools, requires consistent adherence to budget and skillful navigation of schedule complexities – areas where Swinerton excels."

The Arts Council of Greater Greensboro (The ACGG) Empowers Local Arts and Cultural Organizations through the New Creative Investment Organizational Sustainability and Resiliency Initiative.

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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Over the course of February to July 2023, this endeavor engaged 27 participating organizations in a comprehensive program centered around Steve's acclaimed book, "The Sustainability Mindset."

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  • Over the course of February to July 2023, this endeavor engaged 27 participating organizations in a comprehensive program centered around Steve's acclaimed book, "The Sustainability Mindset."
  • The key learnings and takeaways from this phase encompassed:
    The clear identification of intended impact, target audiences, and desired outcomes.
  • Laura Way, President + CEO at The ACGG, said, “We must be focused on sustainability and resiliency within our arts sector.
  • This work would not be possible without the guidance from the NCAC and Guilford County and their support of our initiative, the New Creative Investment.

LPL Financial Technology Leader Greg Gates Named CIO of the Year

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LPL Financial today announced that Greg Gates, managing director and chief technology & information officer, was named CharlotteCIO CIO of the Year by the Carolina CIO ORBIE Awards.

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LPL Financial today announced that Greg Gates, managing director and chief technology & information officer, was named CharlotteCIO CIO of the Year by the Carolina CIO ORBIE Awards.
  • “Greg has spearheaded our efforts to reimagine our digital platform and technological infrastructure in order to deliver next-generation solutions for financial advisors and institutions,” said Dan Arnold, LPL president and CEO.
  • “He continues to serve as a dedicated leader for employees and has helped LPL evolve into the innovative, tech-savvy organization it is today.
  • We’re grateful for Greg’s many contributions to LPL and believe this recognition is well-deserved.”
    At LPL, Gates leads all aspects of information technology, and is responsible for delivering scalable solutions and market-leading platforms.

Carofin and Blu Miles announce a new aviation investment vehicle to finance the acquisition of an Airbus A330 aircraft for teardown and parts resale

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023
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“This fundraising assignment was wrapped up in a few weeks,” said Garrick Ruiz, VP of Sales and Syndication at Carofin.

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  • “This fundraising assignment was wrapped up in a few weeks,” said Garrick Ruiz, VP of Sales and Syndication at Carofin.
  • “On each new program, Carofin and Blu Miles continue to expand our aviation offerings and distribution network and provide ever-greater value to investors,” noted Blu Miles CEO David Deal.
  • The TF2 investment vehicle was created to meet that growing demand for used parts and maximize the residual value of the end-of-life aircraft.
  • Commenting on the collaboration, Owl Aerospace President Alon Cohen stated that “Carofin came highly recommended from Blu Miles.

Mattamy Homes Announces New Community Opening Soon in Four Oaks, NC

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Monday, June 5, 2023
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The new community will further add to Mattamy's carefully curated selection of high-quality new home offerings in the greater Raleigh market.

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  • The new community will further add to Mattamy's carefully curated selection of high-quality new home offerings in the greater Raleigh market.
  • Hampton Ridge is expected to open for sale in July 2023 with single-family homes from the mid to upper $300s.
  • The community will be an exclusive enclave of only 34 oversized homesites on 38 acres of land.
  • "Hampton Ridge will be a peaceful, unhurried collection of versatile Mattamy Homes floorplans in central Johnston County," said Bob Wiggins, president of Mattamy's Raleigh Division.

Building Hope Announces Three Winners for 2023 Shellie-Ann Braswell ‘Shine Brighter’ Impact Award

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Friday, March 24, 2023
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“In the second year of the award program, our winners continue to be passionate individuals with big hearts who go the extra mile each day.

Key Points: 
  • “In the second year of the award program, our winners continue to be passionate individuals with big hearts who go the extra mile each day.
  • At Building Hope’s 2023 IMPACT Summit and Awards they will each receive a $5,000 grant designed to advance the volunteers’ efforts to create sustainable change and bright futures.
  • Thank you, Building Hope.”
    “Volunteers are an important part of creating strong charter school communities,” said Building Hope’s Chief IMPACT Officer and Chair of the IMPACT Selection Committee Sherilyn Moore.
  • Building hope is grateful for the sponsors of the 2023 IMPACT Summit:

Otis Florence Factory Receives Zero Waste to Landfill Certification

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Wednesday, December 21, 2022
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FLORENCE, S.C., Dec. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Otis Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: OTIS) achieved Gold-level TRUE (Total Resource and Use Efficiency) certification for zero waste efforts at its manufacturing facility in Florence, S.C. The Otis plant is the first in the elevator industry to be TRUE certified. It is also the first building-infrastructure facility to be certified in South Carolina.

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  • FLORENCE, S.C., Dec. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Otis Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: OTIS) achieved Gold-level TRUE ( Total Resource and Use Efficiency ) certification for zero waste efforts at its manufacturing facility in Florence, S.C.
  • As part of its previously announced ESG targets , Otis aims to have all its factories eligible for zero-waste-to-landfill certification by 2025.
  • Administered by Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), the rigorous TRUE rating system requires facilities to divert at least 90% of non-hazardous solid waste from landfill, incineration (waste-to-energy), and the environment through the adoption of sustainable waste management and reduction practices.
  • About Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI)
    GBCI is the world's leading sustainability and health certification and credentialing body.