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The Restaurant at JUSTIN Reaffirms MICHELIN Star and MICHELIN Green Star Status

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023
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PASO ROBLES, Calif. , July 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery is proud to announce that The Restaurant at JUSTIN has reaffirmed its MICHELIN Star and MICHELIN Green Star status as a part of the 2023 MICHELIN Guide California.

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  • PASO ROBLES, Calif. , July 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery is proud to announce that The Restaurant at JUSTIN has reaffirmed its MICHELIN Star and MICHELIN Green Star status as a part of the 2023 MICHELIN Guide California.
  • The Restaurant at JUSTIN is the only winery restaurant to earn both a MICHELIN Star and a MICHELIN Green Star.
  • On the heels of the success of The Restaurant at JUSTIN, JUSTIN now offers a dinner program at its Downtown Tasting Room, also led by Chef Haggstrom.
  • First revealed in 2020, the MICHELIN Green Star was introduced into several of the 2021 editions of the MICHELIN Guide.

Save Our Water Campaign Launches Innovative Partnership to Bring Together Local Water Agencies, the State and Business to Educate Fairgoers on Outdoor Water Conservation

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- California's Save Our Water Campaign is partnering with Home Depot and the California Native Plant Society to encourage Californians to transform their lawns into water-wise outdoor living spaces.

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  • This first of its kind partnership and hands-on experience brings together local water agencies, business and the state, illustrating how California must come together to make water conservation a way of life.
  • "From farmers to fair goers, to state agencies and small businesses, we all can do our part to save our most precious resource."
  • The campaign is excited to educate the public about replacing lawns by demonstrating the ease, beauty and scalability of water-wise plants at the Water Wise Workshop at the Save Our Water booth.
  • They'll also feature in-store "Save Our Water" signage in 230 stores across the state to help customers identify water-wise plants.

Tejon Ranch Co. to Evaluate All Options to Proceed With the Eventual Development of Centennial at Tejon Ranch Following Court Ruling

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Monday, March 27, 2023
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Tejon Ranch Co. is considering options to reinstate project approvals, such as working with Los Angeles County to complete the additional environmental analysis required by the Court’s ruling.

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  • Tejon Ranch Co. is considering options to reinstate project approvals, such as working with Los Angeles County to complete the additional environmental analysis required by the Court’s ruling.
  • “While we are disappointed in the Court’s ruling, we remain committed to Centennial’s ultimate development,” said Hugh F. McMahon, Tejon Ranch Co.’s executive vice president of real estate.
  • “Tejon Ranch has a legacy of environmental stewardship, as well as using its land to meet major needs in California.
  • The CR lawsuit was later dismissed with prejudice in December of 2021, following a settlement agreement between Tejon Ranch and CR.

Atascadero weed abatement company announces effective ways to eliminate weeds near structures

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Friday, January 6, 2023
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PASO ROBLES, Calif., Jan. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Weeds are unsightly and they are fire hazards. Removing weeds that are growing within five feet of structures is an important part of protection against wildfire and Anthony Elisarraras, the owner of Ant's Tractor Mowing, has some tips to help eliminate weeds from that critical five-foot zone.

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  • Invasive mallow, sometimes called "cheese weed" after the seed pods that resemble cheese wheels, can be especially challenging to eliminate.
  • Elisarraras, from the Atascadero weed abatement company, reports that eradicating weeds within Zone 0 has different environmental implications than controlling weeds in the other zones.
  • The ideal solution is to reach out to the Atascadero weed abatement company, Ant's Tractor Mowing, for an assessment of weed abatement for all of the CalFire-defined zones on the property.
  • The full suite of weed abatement services includes:
    Weedeater service is effective for smaller spaces near and around structures and existing landscaping.

Broken Barrel Whiskey Co. Partners With Los Angeles Distillery for First Limited-Edition ‘Collaboration Collection’ Series

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022
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has collaborated with Los Angeles Distillery (LAD) on Broken Barrels first distillery Collaboration Collection a cask strength wheated bourbon whiskey finished with Tokaji and Single Malt staves which will be released exclusively for purchase at retail in California and online.

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  • has collaborated with Los Angeles Distillery (LAD) on Broken Barrels first distillery Collaboration Collection a cask strength wheated bourbon whiskey finished with Tokaji and Single Malt staves which will be released exclusively for purchase at retail in California and online.
  • Broken Barrels unapologetic whiskeys are known for exemplifying the impact a non-traditional barrel finishing practice has on a final whiskey specifically by using broken barrel staves from multiple combinations of barrel types in tandem.
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    Broken Barrels unapologetic whiskeys are known for exemplifying the impact a non-traditional barrel finishing practice has on a final whiskey specifically by using broken barrel staves from multiple combinations of barrel types in tandem.
  • LA Distillery produces gin, rum, vodka, and whiskey; its whiskey portfolio includes American Single Malt, Rye Whiskey, and a variety of bourbons.

The Restaurant at JUSTIN Awarded MICHELIN Star and MICHELIN Green Star

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022
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PASO ROBLES, Calif., Dec. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery is proud to announce that The Restaurant at JUSTIN has received a coveted MICHELIN Star – one of the culinary industry's highest recognitions – as a part of the 2022 MICHELIN® Guide California as well as a MICHELIN Green Star for its sustainability practices. The Restaurant at JUSTIN is one of four restaurants in the nation to receive both a MICHELIN Star and a MICHELIN Green Star. The Restaurant at JUSTIN is led by Executive Chef Rachel Haggstrom and showcases the ultimate California food and wine experience with dishes created from the freshest local ingredients.

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  • The Restaurant at JUSTIN is one of four restaurants in the nation to receive both a MICHELIN Star and a MICHELIN Green Star.
  • The MICHELIN Green Star highlights restaurants at the forefront of the industry when it comes to their sustainability practices.
  • First revealed in 2020, the MICHELIN Green Star was introduced into several of the 2021 editions of the MICHELIN Guide.
  • Most recently, the Restaurant at JUSTIN ranked second for Best Winery Restaurant in USA Today's 10Best Reader's Choice Travel Awards 2022 and ranked first in California.

Tejon Ranch Co. Announces Settlement of Litigation Related to the Tejon Ranch Conservation and Land Use Agreement

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022
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TEJON RANCH, Calif., Nov. 30, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tejon Ranch Co. is pleased to announce the resolution of a legal dispute involving the Tejon Ranch Conservancy and the signatories to the 2008 Tejon Ranch Conservation and Land Use Agreement (Agreement), namely, Audubon California, Endangered Habitats League, Natural Resources Defense Council, Planning and Conservation League, and the Sierra Club.

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  • TEJON RANCH, Calif., Nov. 30, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tejon Ranch Co. is pleased to announce the resolution of a legal dispute involving the Tejon Ranch Conservancy and the signatories to the 2008 Tejon Ranch Conservation and Land Use Agreement (Agreement), namely, Audubon California, Endangered Habitats League, Natural Resources Defense Council, Planning and Conservation League, and the Sierra Club.
  • The 2008 Tejon Ranch Conservation and Land Use Agreement has been widely hailed as a historic conservation achievement in preserving one of Californias great natural and working landscapes.
  • Tejon Ranch Co.s agreement to conserve 90 percent of its landholdings pursuant to the Agreement is a monumental contribution to conservation in California.
  • These funds are the final fulfilment of Tejon Ranch Co.s full funding obligations under the Agreement, totaling $11,760,000 over the past 14 years, again demonstrating Tejon Ranch Co.s commitment to fulfilling the implementation of the 2008 Tejon Ranch Conservation and Land Use Agreement.

Blackbaud Releases Prospect Insights for Raiser's Edge NXT®, Making it Easier for Social Good Organizations to Cultivate Major Gifts

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Thursday, June 2, 2022
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CHARLESTON, S.C., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB), the world's leading cloud software company powering social good, today announced the launch of Prospect Insights—a new software tool within Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT® that enables social good professionals to access actionable, AI-powered insights to drive more major giving.

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  • "Social good organizations rely on major gifts, yet many have limited resources on staff to mine through multiple data sources and identify potential donors.
  • Prospect Insights delivers that intelligence, inside of Raiser's Edge NXT, to automate, simplify and improve the process and outcomes for the organization."
  • With Prospect Insights, Raiser's Edge NXT automates in-app intelligence related to major giving likelihood and capacity, and then prescribes actions related to portfolio management and solicitation.
  • For growing organizations that need to prioritize prospects and execute their major giving fundraising expertly, Prospect Insights offers multi-dimensional fundraising insights and actions within their existing software.

Rail Safety Week 2020 – Be Rail Smart and help us prevent accidents and injuries at rail crossings

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Monday, September 21, 2020
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MONTREAL, Sept. 21, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) today launched its rail safety awareness campaign kicking off Rail Safety Week 2020 across North America.

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  • MONTREAL, Sept. 21, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) today launched its rail safety awareness campaign kicking off Rail Safety Week 2020 across North America.
  • Last year, more than 200 communities across CNs network signed resolutions or proclamations in support of Rail Safety Week.
  • In addition to patrolling CN property, CNPS officers deliver rail safety presentations to schools, trucking agencies, bus operators and community organizations.
  • By rolling out strategic educational initiatives and conducting targeted operations, CNPS aims to promote safe behaviours and increase awareness of rail safety.

New Pilot Program Helps Southern California Grow Native

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Monday, October 14, 2019
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The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California and local water agencies have teamed up with the California Native Plant Society to bring more native plants to the regions homes and gardens.

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  • The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California and local water agencies have teamed up with the California Native Plant Society to bring more native plants to the regions homes and gardens.
  • Through the pilot, staff at participating nurseries will receive training on the proper care, maintenance, watering and planting of California native plants.
  • Beyond these sustainability benefits, native gardens are just beautiful, said Dan Gluesenkamp, executive director of the California Native Plant Society.
  • CNPS has more than 70,000 fans and supporters, and 35 chapters promoting its mission throughout California and Baja California.