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PURETALK ANNOUNCES $10M VETERAN DEBT FORGIVENESS PROGRAM WITH FORGIVECO

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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COVINGTON, Ga., Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PureTalk, a nationwide cell phone service provider offering unlimited plans at a fair price on the nation's most dependable 5G network, announced that it will contribute a portion of every new order for PureTalk to relieve $10M in debt for military men and women. This announcement coincides as PureTalk joins the nation in commemorating Veterans Day and National Veterans and Military Families Month in November. 

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  • PureTalk to relieve $10M in Veteran debt to provide financial support for over 6,500 U.S. military men and women.
  • In partnership with ForgiveCo, PureTalk is honored to support the brave servicemen and women of the United States Military for everything they have given to our nation by forgiving the debt of over 6,500 Veterans.
  • By working with ForgiveCo, PureTalk will relieve the debt of over 6,500 Veterans, with no application necessary, through its "random act of kindness" model.
  • For more information about PureTalk's Veteran Debt Forgiveness campaign, visit

Medallion Financial Corp. Announces Completion of Private Placement of $39.0 Million of Senior Notes

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Monday, October 2, 2023
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The notes will mature on September 30, 2028, and bear a fixed interest rate of 9.25% per year, paid semi-annually.

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  • The notes will mature on September 30, 2028, and bear a fixed interest rate of 9.25% per year, paid semi-annually.
  • The Company used a portion of the proceeds from this offering to repurchase $33.0 million aggregate principal amount of its existing 8.25% senior notes due 2024.
  • “We are pleased to announce the closing of our private placement as our businesses continue to perform well,” stated Alvin Murstein, Chairman and CEO of Medallion.
  • “This financing reinforces our commitment to maintaining financial flexibility and balance sheet strength.”
    Piper Sandler & Co. served as sole placement agent for the offering.

Wreaths Across America Radio is the Official Radio Station for the Hometown of a National Hero

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Monday, September 18, 2023
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Now through National Wreaths Across America Day on December 16, 2023, Wreaths Across America Radio is the Official Radio Station of Farmersville, Texas, home to Audie Murphy.

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  • Now through National Wreaths Across America Day on December 16, 2023, Wreaths Across America Radio is the Official Radio Station of Farmersville, Texas, home to Audie Murphy.
  • Farmersville, Texas, is the hometown of World War II’s most decorated combat soldier, Audie Murphy.
  • “When Wreaths Across America Radio approached me about being the official radio station of Audie’s hometown through Wreaths Across America Day, it was an absolute yes.
  • This year, National Wreaths Across America Day will be on Saturday, December 16, 2023.

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation Receives $1 Million Founding Donation from Anheuser-Busch

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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ARLINGTON, Texas, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Anheuser-Busch, a leading American manufacturer and the country's largest brewer, announced a $1 million philanthropic donation to the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation (NMOHMF) to support construction of the new National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington, Texas.

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  • Medal of Honor recipient and Museum leadership accepts gift during St. Louis Cardinals pre-game ceremony, participates in a fireside chat with Anheuser-Busch employees
    ARLINGTON, Texas, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Anheuser-Busch, a leading American manufacturer and the country's largest brewer, announced a $1 million philanthropic donation to the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation (NMOHMF) to support construction of the new National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington, Texas.
  • Chris Cassidy, NMOHMF President and CEO, said: "For as long as there has been a Medal of Honor, Anheuser-Busch has been making a positive impact in their communities.
  • "Anheuser-Busch is incredibly proud to be a founding supporter of the National Medal of Honor Museum as part of our long-standing commitment to serving those who serve," said Brendan Whitworth, CEO of Anheuser-Busch.
  • The commitment from Anheuser-Busch will be delivered through the Anheuser-Busch Foundation over the next five years.

Wounded Warrior Project Announces New Board Leadership and Directors

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Monday, September 18, 2023
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) elected new members and leadership to its all-volunteer board of directors.

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  • JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) elected new members and leadership to its all-volunteer board of directors.
  • Lindsey Streeter, senior vice president of veteran and military affairs program lead for Bank of America, were elected to the board.
  • Incoming directors Groberg, Stalker, and Streeter add over 69 years of combined military service to WWP's board.
  • "This year marks 20 years of service for Wounded Warrior Project.

Congressional Medal of Honor Society Welcomes Newest Member

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
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MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- We, the 65 living Medal of Honor recipients, proudly welcome U.S. Army Captain Larry Taylor as the newest member of the Congressional Medal of Honor Society.

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  • MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- We, the 65 living Medal of Honor recipients, proudly welcome U.S. Army Captain Larry Taylor as the newest member of the Congressional Medal of Honor Society.
  • The awarding of the Medal of Honor for his extraordinary valor during the Vietnam War is a testament to Captain Taylor risking his own life as a Cobra helicopter pilot and rescuing a patrol team while under heavy enemy fire.
  • Medal of Honor Recipient Larry Taylor's unwavering courage, selflessness, and dedication to duty serve as an inspiration to all Americans.
  • We extend our deepest gratitude to him for his exceptional service and look forward to his joining our ranks.

Medallion Resources Appoints Gabriel Alonso-Mendoza as Interim CEO

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Monday, August 28, 2023
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Medallion Resources Ltd. (TSX-V: MDL; OTCQB: MLLOF; Frankfurt: MRDN) – “Medallion” or the “Company”) announced today the appointment of Mr. Gabriel Alonso-Mendoza as Interim Chief Executive Officer.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Medallion Resources Ltd. (TSX-V: MDL; OTCQB: MLLOF; Frankfurt: MRDN) – “Medallion” or the “Company”) announced today the appointment of Mr. Gabriel Alonso-Mendoza as Interim Chief Executive Officer.
  • Both Mr. Ramos and Dr. Forrester will remain available to Medallion in advisory roles.
  • Mr. Alonso-Mendoza commented, “I’m honored to take on this leadership role in Medallion at such a pivotal moment in the Company’s history.
  • I look forward to working closely with the Board and our dedicated team to build on the Medallion’s impressive foundation.”

Service by Medallion Earns the San Francisco Chronicle Top Workplace 2023 Award

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023
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Service by Medallion, a leading provider of facility services, is thrilled to announce that it has been honored with the highly acclaimed San Francisco Chronicle Top Workplace 2023 award.

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  • Service by Medallion, a leading provider of facility services, is thrilled to announce that it has been honored with the highly acclaimed San Francisco Chronicle Top Workplace 2023 award.
  • The company’s key differentiators based on technology innovation, customer service, safety, and sustainability enables high employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention for its employees, resulting in the top workplace recognition.
  • "Service by Medallion takes immense pride in earning the Top Workplace 2023 award, which stands as a testament to the dedication and commitment of our exceptional employees," says Eric Marlin, Medallion’s Vice President of HR.
  • Service by Medallion is an award-winning facility support services company, servicing corporate campuses throughout the United States.

HARVEY SCHILLER NAMED CHAIRMAN OF NATIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR LEADERSHIP & EDUCATION CENTER BOARD

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Thursday, August 17, 2023
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MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C., Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Retired Air Force Gen. Harvey Schiller, who helped transform sports media as president of Turner Sports and chairman and CEO of YankeeNets, has been named board chairman of the National Medal of Honor Leadership and Education Center (NMOHLEC).

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  • MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C., Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Retired Air Force Gen. Harvey Schiller, who helped transform sports media as president of Turner Sports and chairman and CEO of YankeeNets, has been named board chairman of the National Medal of Honor Leadership and Education Center (NMOHLEC).
  • The NMOHLEC is also developing a leadership curriculum tied to the Medal of Honor values for use by college students.
  • "I am deeply honored to join the board of the National Medal of Honor Leadership and Education Center, an organization aligned closely with the values deeply important to me," Schiller said.
  • He's also on the board of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Chairman of the Air Force Academy Athletic Corporation.

CORRECTION FROM SOURCE: Professor Chang-Ying Zhao Honored with William Begell Medal for Excellence in Thermal Science and Engineering

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Monday, July 24, 2023
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This distinguished accolade will be presented to Professor Zhao during the 17th International Heat Transfer Conference (IHTC-17) in Cape Town, South Africa.

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  • This distinguished accolade will be presented to Professor Zhao during the 17th International Heat Transfer Conference (IHTC-17) in Cape Town, South Africa.
  • Professor Zhao has been at the forefront of groundbreaking research in thermal engineering for over three decades.
  • The awarding of the William Begell Medal serves as a testament to Professor Zhao's unwavering commitment and exceptional contributions to the field.
  • The Medal is awarded for overall lifetime achievements in thermal sciences and is not related to a specific lecture/publication.