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AFA Announces a Worldwide Toast to the 82nd Anniversary of Doolittle Raid

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

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ARLINGTON, Va., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) is hosting the "Doolittle Raiders Toast," a heritage event commemorating the 82nd anniversary of the Doolittle Raid in 1942.

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ARLINGTON, Va., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) is hosting the "Doolittle Raiders Toast," a heritage event commemorating the 82nd anniversary of the Doolittle Raid in 1942.
The ceremony, organized by AFA's Doolittle Leadership Center, will be held on April 18, 2024, and livestreamed on YouTube.
Units across all U.S. Air Force major commands and AFA Chapters around the world are invited to join the ceremony virtually.
Originally an annual reunion for the Raiders, the toast has since become a commemoration of the 80 Airmen who flew in the Doolittle Raid on April 18, 1942.

In a Historic First, the Big Game to Utilize 100% Carbon-Free Energy: The Las Vegas Raiders and Allegiant Stadium Tap NZero for Real-Time Energy & Emissions Data

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Friday, February 9, 2024

LAS VEGAS, Feb. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the first time in history, football's biggest game will be powered by 100% renewable, carbon-free energy (CFE), independently verified by real-time data and decarbonization platform NZero.

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Decarbonization platform NZero quantified and independently validated the team and stadium's energy and emissions data associated with Sunday's global event.
However, because the stadium is powered by 100% CFE, the game will have zero electricity-associated emissions.
The Las Vegas Raiders and Allegiant Stadium work with NZero to report and roadmap their ongoing net zero plans, which include validating the two organizations' energy and emissions data and providing insights and analysis for their decarbonization efforts.
NZero tracks energy and emissions in real-time, allowing insights into emissions reduction efforts before and after the NV Energy agreement.

SEVENTH ANNUAL "VINCENT COUNTRY SAFE ZONE ACTIVITY DAY" THEMED DREAM BIGGER, ACHIEVE GREATER HELD AT MATT KELLY ELEMENTARY DURING SUPER BOWL LVIII WEEK IN LAS VEGAS, NV

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

LAS VEGAS, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, NFL legend and executive Troy Vincent, Sr. and his wife, Tommi A. Vincent, a renowned chef, podcast host, and philanthropist, hosted their seventh annual "Vincent Country Safe Zone Activity Day," a Love Thy Neighbor Community Development and Opportunity Corporation, at Matt Kelly Elementary School in Las Vegas, NV during Super Bowl LVIII Week.

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As part of the day-long activities, Cigna Healthcare provided game stations for the children including a skills challenge and cornhole.
Tommi A. Vincent, co-founder of Vincent Country stated, "We host Vincent Country Safe Zone Activity Day during Super Bowl Week to provide a haven and full day of activities, fun, and empowerment for elementary school students from pre-kindergarten to fifth grade.
"We identify a school near the Super Bowl activities to bring excitement and to create a personal experience to an elementary school that is under-resourced and underserved.
This year, we were delighted to truly make a positive impact on the students and staff at Matt Kelly Elementary School."

EA SPORTS Madden NFL 24 Predicts Kansas City Chiefs to Win Second Consecutive Super Bowl

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

Across a multitude of experiences onsite in Las Vegas, digital content, and through play in EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL 24, EA SPORTS is squarely at the center of football culture.

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Across a multitude of experiences onsite in Las Vegas, digital content, and through play in EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL 24, EA SPORTS is squarely at the center of football culture.
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Madden NFL 24's official prediction has the Kansas City Chiefs beating the San Francisco 49ers, 30-28, in Super Bowl LVIII.
“We can’t wait to celebrate the biggest week in football with our fans, partners and extended football family through in-game connection, on-the-ground experiences and epic entertainment.”
A snapshot of all things EA SPORTS and Madden NFL 24 around Super Bowl LVIII:
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Madden NFL 24 officially predicts Patrick Mahomes to become the third player ever to win back-to-back Super Bowl MVPs as the Chiefs top the 49ers, 30 to 28, in a back-and-forth thriller.

World's Largest Free-Standing, 3D-Printed Structure Designed by Dimensional Innovations Takes Center Stage at Allegiant Stadium

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

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KANSAS CITY, Mo., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As football fans flock from every corner of the nation to watch the biggest spectacle of the season, they will be sure to experience the focal point of Allegiant Stadium: the Al Davis Memorial Torch. Designed and developed by Kansas City-based Dimensional Innovations, the Torch is a 93-foot commemorative structure that honors the late Davis, principal owner and general manager of the Raiders organization for nearly four decades. Standing over 9 stories tall, the never-been-done-before feat is pending designation as the world's tallest 3D-printed structure and is the centerpiece of Allegiant Stadium, the home of "the Big Game".

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Designed and developed by Kansas City-based Dimensional Innovations , the Torch is a 93-foot commemorative structure that honors the late Davis, principal owner and general manager of the Raiders organization for nearly four decades.
Standing over 9 stories tall, the never-been-done-before feat is pending designation as the world's tallest 3D-printed structure and is the centerpiece of Allegiant Stadium, the home of "the Big Game".
The Torch is constructed of 226 3D-printed blocks made of carbon fiber, reinforced polycarbonate composite, each weighing approximately 350 lbs.
"Our firm had never met a project of this scale or complexity," said Justin Wood , Sports Practice Director, Dimensional Innovations.

Blink Charging and Allegiant Stadium, Home of Las Vegas Raiders, Team Up to Provide On-Site EV Charging for Fans and Visitors

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

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Miami Beach, Fla., Feb. 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blink Charging Co. (NASDAQ: BLNK) (“Blink” or the “Company”), a leading global manufacturer, owner, operator, and provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging equipment and services, today announced it has been named as the official EV charging provider for Allegiant Stadium, home of the Las Vegas Raiders, providing much-needed reliable EV charging solutions for drivers.

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These chargers, operational 24/7, will provide EV owners with the flexibility to utilize Allegiant Stadium’s charging facilities at any time.
“Allegiant Stadium and the Las Vegas Raiders are at the forefront of sustainability, and we’re proud to be chosen as the official charging provider for the stadium,” said Mike Battaglia, Chief Operations Officer at Blink Charging.
Following two significant sustainability-related announcements earlier this year, this agreement marks yet another stride towards environmental stewardship at Allegiant Stadium.
Blink will equip Allegiant Stadium with its powerful Series 8 charging station, a Level 2 80-amp charger offering flexibility and convenient built-in features.

KANSAS CITY CHIEFS PREPARE FOR ANOTHER CHAMPIONSHIP ON HELLAS' MATRIX HELIX® TURF SYSTEM

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

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The Chiefs continue to demonstrate that "practice makes perfect," and Hellas is proud to be the choice provider of the practice field turf system for the Kansas City Chiefs at the Griffon Indoor Sports Complex.

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The Chiefs continue to demonstrate that "practice makes perfect," and Hellas is proud to be the choice provider of the practice field turf system for the Kansas City Chiefs at the Griffon Indoor Sports Complex.
Intermountain Healthcare Performance Center features the same Matrix Helix® monofilament turf system as the Chiefs' practice field.
Kansas City Chiefs Kicker Harrison Butker has always enjoyed kicking the football on Matrix Helix turf stating, "It almost feels like you're kicking on grass."
The Matrix Helix monofilament turf system the Chiefs practice on can also be found at 12 other NFL team practice facilities and five NFL stadiums.

Fritz Pollard Alliance Hosts 19th Annual Johnnie L. Cochran Salute to Excellence Awards and The Emergence of the African American Quarterback Roundtable Presented by Nike

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

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WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As we begin the celebration of Black History Month, Fritz Pollard Alliance Foundation is honored to host its 19th Annual Johnnie L. Cochran, Jr., Salute to Excellence Awards and The Emergence of the African American Quarterback, roundtable, both presented by Nike.

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WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As we begin the celebration of Black History Month, Fritz Pollard Alliance Foundation is honored to host its 19th Annual Johnnie L. Cochran, Jr., Salute to Excellence Awards and The Emergence of the African American Quarterback, roundtable, both presented by Nike.
Fritz Pollard Alliance is named after Frederick Douglass "Fritz" Pollard, who was one of two Black people to play in the NFL at its inception in 1920, and the NFL's first Black head coach in 1921.
"In the spirit of Fritz Pollard, we will continue to advocate for inclusion of Blacks and other minorities in executive and coaching positions in the NFL," said Graves.
Salute to Excellence Awards and The Emergence of the African American Quarterback Roundtable.

It's a Penalty Launches 'Team Up Against Human Trafficking' Campaign Ahead Of Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas Featuring Maxx Crosby, Josh Jacobs and Sandra Douglass Morgan of the Las Vegas Raiders

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Monday, January 29, 2024

This critical campaign is set to roll out across Harry Reid International Airport and around the city throughout January and February ahead of the Super Bowl.

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This critical campaign is set to roll out across Harry Reid International Airport and around the city throughout January and February ahead of the Super Bowl.
"Being a partner of the 'Team Up Against Human Trafficking' initiative perfectly aligns with our Company's values," said Alisha Balee, Executive Director – Legal Counsel for Wynn Las Vegas.
"The It's a Penalty campaign, along with our partners, will help to prevent human trafficking and exploitation locally in Las Vegas and worldwide in the lead up and during the Super Bowl," said Sarah de Carvalho, CEO, It's a Penalty.
Volunteer Event: Feb. 1, 2024, locals in Las Vegas are encouraged to join It's a Penalty by packing and donating essential care kits for survivors.

G.O.A.T. Bowl I, Pickleball's "Big Game," Set for Feb. 9 in Las Vegas with Pro Football Hall of Fame Member Rod Woodson as Commissioner

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

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LAS VEGAS, Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Paradise PB Events and G.O.A.T. Paddle, the high performance pickleball company created by and for top players and those who want to compete like them, today announced the opening of online registration for G.O.A.T. Bowl I, the ultimate amateur pickleball tournament and premier event that will be held in Las Vegas before professional football's annual big game.

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Bowl I , the ultimate amateur pickleball tournament and premier event that will be held in Las Vegas before professional football's annual big game.
Set for 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 9, on the outdoor courts at Life Time Green Valley , G.O.A.T.
Rod Woodson, a former professional football cornerback for 17 seasons with the Steelers, 49ers, Ravens and Raiders and member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, will be on hand to serve as the commissioner of G.O.A.T.
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