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Granite Secures $28 Million Interchange Access Ramp Project in Redmond, Washington

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
Public policy, Government, State, Local, Other Construction & Property, Transport, Construction & Property, Public transport, Other Transport, Washington state), Transportation in Seattle, King County, Washington, Seattle metropolitan area, Political divisions of the United States, Bellevue, Washington, Redmond, Washington, Washington State Route 520, Interstate 5 in Washington, Washington State Department of Transportation

Granite (NYSE:GVA) announced it has been awarded the contract to construct the 148th Ave. NE Interchange Access Ramp in downtown Redmond, Washington by the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT).

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  • Granite (NYSE:GVA) announced it has been awarded the contract to construct the 148th Ave. NE Interchange Access Ramp in downtown Redmond, Washington by the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT).
  • The approximately $28 million award is anticipated to be included in Granites second quarter committed and awarded projects.
  • The new access ramp will provide a direct connection from the SR 520 offramp to new arterials, Hopper Street, Lumiere Street, and Shen Street.
  • We are happy to continue our longstanding relationship with WSDOT, said Blake Ambler, Granite senior project manager.

GRASS™ Opportunity Zone Fund Changes Name of Tiger Field to “SAMSARG Field” in Lyon County Nevada

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021
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Growth Resources, Assets, Safety, & Stability (GRASS) a qualified opportunity zone fund focused on applying cutting-edge technology to complex compliance processes, is pleased to announce the official name change of Tiger Field airport to SAMSARG Field in Lyon County, Nevada.

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  • Growth Resources, Assets, Safety, & Stability (GRASS) a qualified opportunity zone fund focused on applying cutting-edge technology to complex compliance processes, is pleased to announce the official name change of Tiger Field airport to SAMSARG Field in Lyon County, Nevada.
  • The formerly named Tiger Field was acquired by GRASS from the U.S. Bureau of Land Management and located three miles south of Fernley, Nevada.
  • GRASS will further develop SAMSARG Field by improving the existing airport, creating state-of-the-art aircraft hangars, and develop one of the first drone centers in Lyon County Nevada.
  • GA Hangers offers new construction of advanced aircraft hangars adjacent to SAMSARG military (Department of Defense compliant) facilities within the Opportunity Zone.

A Drop of Kindness - HomeServe Donation Helps Louisville Water’s Affordability Efforts

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021
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HomeServes donation to the Louisville Water Foundation is part of the Foundations Drops of Kindness program that provides customers with direct bill relief.

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  • HomeServes donation to the Louisville Water Foundation is part of the Foundations Drops of Kindness program that provides customers with direct bill relief.
  • Through the Louisville Water Foundation and Drops of Kindness, more than $5 million has been granted to customers to help with an unpaid bill.
  • HomeServe has been a partner of Louisville Water since 2007, offering customers access to low-cost interior and exterior plumbing repair plans.
  • Additionally, through HomeServe and the HomeServe Cares Foundation, over $74,000 in pro bono repairs were completed in 2020 alone for Louisville area residents.

PulteGroup Names Tony Nason President of New Northeast Florida Division

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021
Other Construction & Property, Residential Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Geography of Florida, PHM, Nason, Jacksonville, Florida, Lluís Companys, Cities in the United States, Political divisions of the United States

PulteGroup, Inc. (NYSE: PHM), the nations third largest homebuilder, announced today that Tony Nason has been promoted to president of its newly established Northeast Florida division, effective July 1, 2021.

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  • PulteGroup, Inc. (NYSE: PHM), the nations third largest homebuilder, announced today that Tony Nason has been promoted to president of its newly established Northeast Florida division, effective July 1, 2021.
  • Prior to being named division president, Nason served as vice president of operations overseeing Jacksonville and as vice president of finance for the companys North Florida Division, which previously managed the market.
  • Nasons promotion is in conjunction with the Companys strategic decision to separate Jacksonville into its own division.
  • Thanks to Tonys leadership, our Jacksonville team has achieved tremendous growth and customer satisfaction, and controls a land pipeline exceeding 4,000 lots, said Richard McCormick, PulteGroup Florida area president.

Hotel Industry Hosts Virtual Hiring Fair On July 14 To Fill 1,600 Open Jobs

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Monday, July 12, 2021
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Hotel & Lodging Foundation (AHLA Foundation) and Hcareers are hosting a virtual hiring fair on July 14, 2021, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT to help Nashville job seekers secure lifelong careers in the hotel industry.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Hotel & Lodging Foundation (AHLA Foundation) and Hcareers are hosting a virtual hiring fair on July 14, 2021, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT to help Nashville job seekers secure lifelong careers in the hotel industry.
  • The hotel industry offers competitive pay, generous benefits, and the ability to be promoted or transfer skills to any hotel across the globe.
  • Open positions include front desk and guest services, food and beverage, sales, housekeeping, maintenance, engineering, general manager, and more!
  • The free fair is open to all job seekers looking for lifelong careers, and no previous hotel industry experience required.

MJardin Group Announces Suspension of Activities at Warman Facility and Launches Sales and Investment Solicitation Process for both Canadian and US Assets

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Monday, July 12, 2021
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In response to market conditions, the Company is placing Warman into care and maintenance until further notice.

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  • In response to market conditions, the Company is placing Warman into care and maintenance until further notice.
  • The Company remains in constant dialogue with its business partners at Warman, as it works to identify potential transactions in respect of the Facility.
  • MJardin Groups mission is to set the standard for successful ownership of assets in the cannabis industry.
  • MJardin Group is publicly listed on the CSE (MJAR) and headquartered in Toronto, Ontario and Denver, Colorado.

Candeo Schools Receives Core Knowledge School of Distinction Designation

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Thursday, July 8, 2021
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PEORIA, Ariz., July 8, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Candeo Peoria, a high-performing, mission-driven K-8 public charter school known for its rigorous, knowledge-based schooling and classical liberal arts philosophy, has been named a Core Knowledge School of Distinction by the Core Knowledge Foundation.

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  • PEORIA, Ariz., July 8, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Candeo Peoria, a high-performing, mission-driven K-8 public charter school known for its rigorous, knowledge-based schooling and classical liberal arts philosophy, has been named a Core Knowledge School of Distinction by the Core Knowledge Foundation.
  • Core Knowledge refers to the school's adopted curriculum taught to students in prekindergarten through eighth grade and puts knowledge at the heart of schooling.
  • "We are proud to consider Candeo Schools Peoria as a prime example of the Core Knowledge approach."
  • "The School of Distinction designation establishes Candeo Peoria as a beacon - on a global scale - of learning equity, school reformation, and classical leadership," said Becky Palisuri, head of school at Candeo Peoria.

Truvant Opens New Facility in Indianapolis

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Thursday, July 8, 2021
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WASHINGTON, July 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Truvant, a global provider of high quality, scalable packaging and display solutions, recently opened a new facility in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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  • WASHINGTON, July 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Truvant, a global provider of high quality, scalable packaging and display solutions, recently opened a new facility in Indianapolis, Indiana.
  • The latest expansion supports the growing Truvant company portfolio and increases its operational footprint to 15 facilities around the world.
  • Indianapolis will provide a central location from which Truvant can service 75% of the North American marketplace in less than 24 hours.
  • "The strategic location of the Indianapolis site will enable us to expand our reach to create a stronger manufacturing network across the U.S.," said Scott Lamb, CEO of Truvant.

Prestigious Leopold Conservation Award Comes to Maryland

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
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DAVIDSONVILLE, Md., July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A prestigious award program celebrating voluntary conservation by farmers and forestland owners is coming to Maryland.

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  • DAVIDSONVILLE, Md., July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A prestigious award program celebrating voluntary conservation by farmers and forestland owners is coming to Maryland.
  • In Maryland, the award is presented with state partners Keith Campbell Foundation for the Environment , Maryland Association of Soil Conservation Districts (MASCD), and Maryland Farm Bureau .
  • The Maryland Association of Soil Conservation Districts is excited to work with the Maryland Farm Bureau and Sand County Foundation to bring the Leopold Conservation Award to our state."
  • http://www.farmland.org
    LEOPOLD CONSERVATION AWARD PROGRAM is a competitive award that recognizes landowner achievement in voluntary conservation.

British Swim School Opens New Location in Jacksonville

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --British Swim School, the nation's leading "learn to swim" franchise, plans to add several new locations in the Jacksonville, Florida market this summer.

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  • JACKSONVILLE, Fla., July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --British Swim School, the nation's leading "learn to swim" franchise, plans to add several new locations in the Jacksonville, Florida market this summer.
  • British Swim School focuses on teaching survival skills and stroke development to students of all ages.
  • British Swim School, an elite swim school franchise model, was launched in England in 1981.
  • "We are thrilled to bring British Swim School to Jacksonville and extend our footprint in Florida," said Brian Garrison, British Swim School president.