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Huntsman To Donate $500,000 Over Next Five Years to Montgomery County Food Bank to Help Feed Additional 5,000 Households Per Month

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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THE WOODLANDS, Texas, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Huntsman associates participated in a celebratory groundbreaking event on Wednesday to help expand the Montgomery County Food Bank in Conroe, Texas.  A longtime benefactor of MCFB, Huntsman Corporation's $500,000 donation over five years is also being matched by Brynn and Peter Huntsman.  This combined donation of $1,000,000 – in partnership with other donations – will help expand the nonprofit's facility by 18,000 square feet.

Key Points: 
  • THE WOODLANDS, Texas, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Huntsman associates participated in a celebratory groundbreaking event on Wednesday to help expand the Montgomery County Food Bank in Conroe, Texas.
  • A longtime benefactor of MCFB, Huntsman Corporation's $500,000 donation over five years is also being matched by Brynn and Peter Huntsman.
  • This combined donation of $1,000,000 – in partnership with other donations – will help expand the nonprofit's facility by 18,000 square feet.
  • There are children and seniors and many others in households across our community who rely on the food bank to make it through the month," Huntsman said.

Eastman selected by U.S. Department of Energy to Receive up to $375 million investment for its second U.S. molecular recycling project

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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KINGSPORT, Tenn., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Eastman (NYSE: EMN) today announced significant progress towards its leadership in the circular economy.

Key Points: 
  • The DOE announcement led to Eastman announcing the intent to build a second U.S. molecular recycling facility at its location in Longview, Texas.
  • The Longview molecular recycling facility will have the capacity to recycle approximately 110,000 metric tonnes of hard-to-recycle plastic waste.
  • "We are excited to build our second U.S. world-scale molecular recycling facility at our existing site in Texas," said Mark Costa, Board Chair and CEO.
  • The company was selected by the DOE to accelerate the demonstration of industry-leading low-carbon intensity recycled PET with this project.

Alyssa's Law in Action: Unveiling the Impacts on Texas School Safety

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CENTEGIX®, the leader in incident response solutions, released today its report on Texas school safety, providing an important new resource for lawmakers, school officials and parents. Created following the passage of critical school safety legislation in 2023 – including Alyssa's Law – the report offers key insights and statistics on trends impacting school safety, including most frequent incident locations, the different types of emergencies reported on campuses and adoption rates among staff.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CENTEGIX® , the leader in incident response solutions, released today its report on Texas school safety, providing an important new resource for lawmakers, school officials and parents.
  • The Texas Legislature passed two bills in the 2023 regular session, providing funding for school facilities and security in the wake of the tragedy at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde.
  • As the Legislature provided $1.4 billion towards school safety, it also adopted provisions on how districts may spend their funding allotments.
  • For more about Texas school safety initiatives, paired with analysis and recommendations, download CENTEGIX's free report here .

First Citizens Bank Provides $65.2 Million to Jupiter Power for Standalone Battery Energy Storage Project Financing

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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NEW YORK and AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- First Citizens Bank and Jupiter Power LLC ("Jupiter Power") today announced that First Citizens Bank's Energy Finance business and Jupiter Power have closed on $65.2 million in financing for construction of a 200-megawatt (MW) / 400 megawatt-hour (MWh) battery energy storage system in Houston, Texas.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK and AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- First Citizens Bank and Jupiter Power LLC ("Jupiter Power") today announced that First Citizens Bank's Energy Finance business and Jupiter Power have closed on $65.2 million in financing for construction of a 200-megawatt (MW) / 400 megawatt-hour (MWh) battery energy storage system in Houston, Texas.
  • "Jupiter Power has a strong reputation across the industry for identifying strategic locations for battery storage systems," said Mike Lorusso, managing director and group head for First Citizens Energy Finance.
  • In addition to this financing, First Citizens Energy Finance served as the Coordinating Lead Arranger on a previous transaction with Jupiter Power for a $70.4 million construction and term loan financing facility for two standalone battery energy storage projects in Texas, totaling 160 MW/ 320 MWh.
  • First Citizens Energy Finance leverages its deep industry knowledge and expertise to offer comprehensive financing solutions for renewable and conventional power generation.

First Citizens Bank Provides $65.2 Million to Jupiter Power for Standalone Battery Energy Storage Project Financing

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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NEW YORK and AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- First Citizens Bank and Jupiter Power LLC ("Jupiter Power") today announced that First Citizens Bank's Energy Finance business and Jupiter Power have closed on $65.2 million in financing for construction of a 200-megawatt (MW) / 400 megawatt-hour (MWh) battery energy storage system in Houston, Texas.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK and AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- First Citizens Bank and Jupiter Power LLC ("Jupiter Power") today announced that First Citizens Bank's Energy Finance business and Jupiter Power have closed on $65.2 million in financing for construction of a 200-megawatt (MW) / 400 megawatt-hour (MWh) battery energy storage system in Houston, Texas.
  • "Jupiter Power has a strong reputation across the industry for identifying strategic locations for battery storage systems," said Mike Lorusso, managing director and group head for First Citizens Energy Finance.
  • In addition to this financing, First Citizens Energy Finance served as the Coordinating Lead Arranger on a previous transaction with Jupiter Power for a $70.4 million construction and term loan financing facility for two standalone battery energy storage projects in Texas, totaling 160 MW/ 320 MWh.
  • First Citizens Energy Finance leverages its deep industry knowledge and expertise to offer comprehensive financing solutions for renewable and conventional power generation.

Urban Umbrella Launches in Houston, Its Second Texas Job

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Sunday, November 5, 2023
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Urban Umbrella, a New York City-based urban design firm renowned for its premium sidewalk scaffolding, recently completed its second project in Texas.

Key Points: 
  • Urban Umbrella, a New York City-based urban design firm renowned for its premium sidewalk scaffolding, recently completed its second project in Texas.
  • This successful project was a collaborative effort between Urban Umbrella and BrandSafway, facilitated through their Texas subsidiary, Big City Access.
  • Since its inception in 2016, Urban Umbrella has firmly held the position of the sole premium sidewalk scaffolding provider in the city.
  • By the end of 2021, Urban Umbrella was operating in just five markets beyond the five boroughs of New York City.

TAMACC Urges Texas Legislature to Reconsider HB 4 And Similar Bills Impacting Local Economies

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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TAMACC's Chairman of the Board Samuel Guzman, in an impassioned plea, underscored the potential consequences of bills like HB 4, SB 4, and SB 11.

Key Points: 
  • TAMACC's Chairman of the Board Samuel Guzman, in an impassioned plea, underscored the potential consequences of bills like HB 4, SB 4, and SB 11.
  • The ripple effect of these measures would be felt most acutely by local businesses and communities, according to TAMACC.
  • TAMACC is calling on the Texas Legislature to pause and reflect on the potential consequences of these bills and explore more inclusive, pro-business solutions.
  • Despite the pressing deadline, TAMACC stands resolute in its commitment to fostering diverse and thriving local economies, advocating for policies that support businesses and communities throughout Texas.

The Dallas Morning News’ Groundbreaking Fentanyl Series Receives Accolades and National Notice

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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DALLAS, Sept. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DallasNews Corporation (Nasdaq:DALN) -

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  • The ambitious series, for which more than two dozen News staffers are contributing, has been covered on CNN and produced praise for its work.
  • “ Deadly Fake: 30 Days Inside Fentanyl’s Grip on North Texas ” tells the story of a prominent Dallas couple who lost their son to fentanyl.
  • It looks at the rough street life of Brooklynn, an addict whose life is consumed by the readily available drug.
  • The Texas Legislature has designated October as Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month to increase awareness of the dangers of fentanyl and potential overdoses.

More than 130 Schools in Texas Have Selected and Installed Patriot Glass Solutions’, a Division of C-Bond Systems, Security Window Film Products for Improved School Safety

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023
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An alarming incidence of school shootings has increased the need for enhanced school safety measures.

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  • An alarming incidence of school shootings has increased the need for enhanced school safety measures.
  • Triggered by the tragic Uvalde, TX school shooting last year and others, The Texas Legislature has provided new funding for school safety totaling $1.4 billion for the next two years.
  • This includes $1.1 billion in one-time funding through the supplemental appropriations bill to address new minimum school safety standards and other facilities-related safety improvements.
  • For more information about Patriot Glass Solutions’ products, please call 844-602-2663 or email Michael Wanke at [email protected] .

Raise Your Hand Texas® Honors Legislators for Their Commitment to Public Education

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Monday, August 7, 2023
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Raise Your Hand Texas is honoring the 100 Texas legislators who stood out for their outstanding achievement and steadfast commitment to public education with the inaugural Raise Your Hand Texas Public Education Champion Award.

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  • Raise Your Hand Texas is honoring the 100 Texas legislators who stood out for their outstanding achievement and steadfast commitment to public education with the inaugural Raise Your Hand Texas Public Education Champion Award.
  • 89% of Texas public school parents are satisfied with the quality of education their child is receiving.
  • 82% of public school parents would keep their child in their current public school, if given other public school choice options.
  • These 100 legislators are doing the most for their communities and public schools,” said Smith.