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Detroit Tigers Unleash Second-Largest Video Display in Baseball from Daktronics

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Friday, December 15, 2023

BROOKINGS, S.D., Dec. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Revamping and replacing a previous installation in Detroit, Michigan, Daktronics (NASDAQ-DAKT) of Brookings, South Dakota, has once again partnered with the Detroit Tigers to deliver the second-largest main video display in baseball’s major leagues at Comerica Park. Five additional displays will be installed along the fascia, dugout and line score locations ahead of the 2024 baseball season.

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  • BROOKINGS, S.D., Dec. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Revamping and replacing a previous installation in Detroit, Michigan, Daktronics (NASDAQ-DAKT) of Brookings, South Dakota, has once again partnered with the Detroit Tigers to deliver the second-largest main video display in baseball’s major leagues at Comerica Park.
  • Five additional displays will be installed along the fascia, dugout and line score locations ahead of the 2024 baseball season.
  • The new second-largest display in baseball in the United States will replace the current outfield display at Comerica Park and feature more than 15,000 square feet of digital canvas featuring 14.1 million pixels.
  • The display itself measures approximately 67 feet high by 185 feet wide with a lower component measuring nearly 35 feet high by 96 feet high to create a single outfield display.

Detroit Music Hall Unveils Plans for $122 Million Expansion Designed by Tod Williams Billie Tsien Architects

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

At seven stories and 100,000 SF, the Music Hall expansion is the culmination of an extensive 2023 feasibility study. The multipurpose music center will occupy the lot adjacent to the classic 1928 Music Hall -- a landmarked facility in the heart of downtown Detroit at the corner of Brush and Madison. The new facility will feature a state-of-the-art concert hall, a recital hall, recording and practice studios, leasable office space for industry professionals, and a public welcome center offering box office access to arts and cultural programming across the city. With a projected opening in the fall of 2026, the new expansion is a response to extremely fast-growing demand for music programming and timed to provide the crucial cultural component to the city's renaissance, driving demand for an authentic Detroit music experience and driving regional and global tourism.

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  • At seven stories and 100,000 SF, the Music Hall expansion is the culmination of an extensive 2023 feasibility study.
  • The multipurpose music center will occupy the lot adjacent to the classic 1928 Music Hall -- a landmarked facility in the heart of downtown Detroit at the corner of Brush and Madison.
  • On this momentous announcement, Vince Paul, President and Artistic Director of Detroit Music Hall says, "The expansion will welcome the world to Detroit.
  • "The experience of growing up in and around Detroit has followed and influenced me throughout my life and career," says Tod Williams, Founding Partner / Tod Williams Billie Tsien Architects.

Verizon upgrades network for Detroit customers

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Thursday, June 8, 2023

DETROIT, June 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon has recently made major upgrades to the network serving customers in Detroit, MI.

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  • DETROIT, June 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon has recently made major upgrades to the network serving customers in Detroit, MI.
  • Network upgrades in Detroit include deploying new cell sites to extend coverage and capacity in local communities.
  • With the recent deployments and upgrades, 91% of people in Detroit now have access to 5G service from Verizon.
  • The recent network upgrades have led to customers having the best experience on the Verizon network in Detroit, MI, according to the nation’s most rigorous scientific testing company RootMetrics®.

Holcim Alpena Cement Plant Opens New Tire-Derived Fuel Facility

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

"Holcim has invested more than $100 million in eco-friendly technologies at the Alpena plant in the last 15 years.

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  • "Holcim has invested more than $100 million in eco-friendly technologies at the Alpena plant in the last 15 years.
  • State and local representatives joined Holcim Alpena plant employees for a ribbon cutting on Thursday.
  • The Alpena Plant will begin using TDF to fuel approximately 10% of its thermal needs for operations.
  • "These improvements to the Holcim Alpena plant are a great example of a public-private partnership," said Hoitenga.

Celebrating prostate cancer survivors at third annual awareness game, presented by Karmanos Cancer Institute and Detroit Tigers

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

DETROIT, May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hundreds of prostate cancer survivors are expected to fill the stands at Comerica Park on Tuesday, June 20, when the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute, in partnership with the Detroit Tigers and McLaren Health Care, the official health care system of the Tigers, join forces to promote prostate cancer awareness. During this third annual Prostate Cancer Awareness Night, fans will have the opportunity to learn more about prostate cancer screenings, signs, and symptoms as they cheer on the Detroit Tigers against the Kansas City Royals. Prostate cancer survivors will be honored throughout the game, and a Karmanos prostate cancer patient will throw the ceremonial first pitch.

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  • During this third annual Prostate Cancer Awareness Night, fans will have the opportunity to learn more about prostate cancer screenings, signs, and symptoms as they cheer on the Detroit Tigers against the Kansas City Royals.
  • Prostate cancer survivors will be honored throughout the game, and a Karmanos prostate cancer patient will throw the ceremonial first pitch.
  • Spreading prostate cancer awareness, Comerica Park will be decorated with a blue theme and blue Tigers foam fingers will be available while supplies last.
  • Tigers fans can donate to prostate cancer research at the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute when they purchase tickets for the Tuesday, June 20 Prostate Cancer Awareness Night game at tigers.com/tickets .

Cambria Hotels Drives Cross-Country Growth With Motor City Opening

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Monday, May 8, 2023

ROCKVILLE, Md., May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cambria Hotels, part of the  Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) family of brands, continues its nationwide growth with the opening of the Cambria Hotel Detroit Downtown. The new 154-room hotel marks the latest in a series of recent city center  locations the brand has debuted including in Austin, Texas; Minneapolis, Minnesota; Portland, Maine; and Savannah, Georgia – as it continues to expand its modern, upscale accommodations to travelers' favorite destinations.

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  • ROCKVILLE, Md., May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cambria Hotels , part of the Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) family of brands, continues its nationwide growth with the opening of the Cambria Hotel Detroit Downtown.
  • The building's transformation can be seen as an expression of the city itself; paying homage to its legacy while boldly forging its identity.
  • Detroit's newest Cambria continues to show how Cambria Hotels has become the go-to challenger brand for developers looking to move to upscale.
  • In addition to the newest Cambria, the Koucar team also owns the Cambria Hotel Shelby Township-Detroit and the Cambria Hotel Washington D.C. Capitol Riverfront .

Detroit Tigers and Comerica Bank Unveil New Fan Experience in 2023

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023

DETROIT, April 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Detroit Tigers and Comerica Bank this season are unveiling the Comerica Landing, an area of Comerica Park set to enhance the overall fan experience.

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  • DETROIT, April 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Detroit Tigers and Comerica Bank this season are unveiling the Comerica Landing, an area of Comerica Park set to enhance the overall fan experience.
  • Fan of the Game: Comerica presents four upgraded seats to the "Fan of the Game" at each of the Detroit Tigers home games.
  • The Detroit Tigers and Comerica's relationships expands beyond the fan experience, focusing also on the impact and legacy of the community.
  • In 2023, the Tigers are set to host the 21st annual Negro Leagues Weekend, presented by Comerica Bank, from July 21-23.

Delaware North Launches 'Bee the Difference' Campaign for Earth Month

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

"Delaware North is honored to place a much-needed spotlight on one of the hardest working creatures on our planet: the bee.

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  • "Delaware North is honored to place a much-needed spotlight on one of the hardest working creatures on our planet: the bee.
  • Bees are critical to our environment and agriculture," said Debbie Friedel, corporate director of sustainability at Delaware North.
  • Exclusively available during the month of April, Delaware North will be offering guests at more than 100 of its domestic operating locations a specially crafted cocktail, the "Bee's Harvest Margarita," a premium margarita made with PATRÓN Silver Tequila.
  • The project offers a variety of grants and resources to schools and nonprofit organizations across North America, Canada and beyond.

Toshiba Named Technology Provider of Choice for Detroit Tigers and Detroit Red Wings

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023

Toshiba America Business Solutions is helping the Detroit Tigers and Detroit Red Wings thrive operationally through a multi-year partnership in which Toshiba has become the technology provider of choice for both clubs.

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  • Toshiba America Business Solutions is helping the Detroit Tigers and Detroit Red Wings thrive operationally through a multi-year partnership in which Toshiba has become the technology provider of choice for both clubs.
  • The partnership will also assist the Tigers and Red Wings to operate more efficiently, affordably and sustainably by reducing printing volume.
  • "We are thrilled to be the technology provider for two of the iconic teams in professional sports while helping Tigers and Red Wings colleagues complete their day-to-day tasks 24/7/365," states Toshiba Business Solutions President Steven Sauer.
  • This includes scouting reports, lineup cards, notes and team statistics for the Tigers and Red Wings and their opponents.

Leading Intelligent Cocktail Maker Bartesian Announces Expansion to Stadiums, Hotels & Other Commercial Venues

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Thursday, May 26, 2022

CHICAGO, May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bartesian is expanding and forging new partnerships to serve the high demand for premium cocktails at commercial venues. The top rated intelligent cocktail maker will now pour lounge-quality drinks at the push of a button in sports stadiums, restaurants, hotels, bars and other venues.

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  • The top rated intelligent cocktail maker will now pour lounge-quality drinks at the push of a button in sports stadiums, restaurants, hotels, bars and other venues.
  • Bartesian Announces Expansion to Stadiums, Hotels & Other Commercial Venues
    "We're thrilled to bring the Bartesian cocktail experience to top venues across the country," said Bartesian Founder & CEO Ryan Close.
  • Bartesian is the first-ever intelligent cocktail maker using capsules that contain the real, premium ingredients for on-demand, perfectly crafted cocktails.
  • Each fully recyclable Bartesian cocktail capsule is packed with the highest quality bitters, liqueurs, juices, and ingredients needed to make the perfect cocktail in seconds.