Good Trouble

Good Trouble raises $1.8M to build next-gen Real-Time Strategy Game

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

SACRAMENTO, Calif. , March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The new and fully-remote studio Good Trouble has emerged from stealth announcing a $1.8M funding round completed last year to build a groundbreaking next-gen Real-Time Strategy game. The investment round, led by Skycatcher, included renowned games investors Mitch Lasky and 1Up Ventures, founded by Ed Fries and Kelly Wallick.

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif. , March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The new and fully-remote studio Good Trouble has emerged from stealth announcing a $1.8M funding round completed last year to build a groundbreaking next-gen Real-Time Strategy game.
  • Good Trouble founder Arman Nobari, a cancer survivor and experienced game developer, is joined by a world-class team of industry veterans from Disney, Panic, EA, and more.
  • Nobari said that his team was building a strategy game that would feel "really fresh and exciting, without heavy micromanagement."
  • Good Trouble intends to develop its initial game with community feedback taken to heart, with consistent updates, cross-platform play, and more.

MOVIE STARS AND FILM FEST VIPS SHOWED UP FOR THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED RETURN OF THE IN-PERSON UTAH INDIE FILM FESTIVAL AND CELEBRATE AT THE ZOOZ CINEMA CENTER BY MARBL TORONTO

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023

PARK CITY, Utah, Jan. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After two years of predominantly virtual activity, celebrities, media, and film enthusiasts returned to the chilly and snow-filled Sundance Mountains for the return of in-person film festival events held in Park City, UT for the nation's top Indie film festival. As such, Zooz Group, a leading global social media technology, and influencer management agency, and partners, Marbl Toronto, Collider.com, Saratoga® Spring Water, Hendrick's Gin, Emsculpt NEO, and EMFACE, Sommsation, Fisker, mou and Stella Artois all aligned to host the top media and hospitality pop-up, the "Zooz Cinema Center by Marbl Toronto" on Main Street, Park City.

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  • Zooz Cinema Center by Marbl Toronto hosted A-list Events opening weekend of the film fest from Friday, January 20 - 22, 2023.
  • casts and filmmakers of the film festival, all of which fans can follow on Collider.
  • Each evening, the Zooz Cinema Center by Marbl Toronto hosted an impressive schedule of festival premiere receptions for:
    "FAIRYLAND" featuring producer Sofia Coppola, Emilia Jones (Coda), Adam Lambert (Queen), and Scoot McNairy (Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile).
  • Luxury transportation to and from the Cinema Center was provided by the all-electric Fisker Ocean, "The World's Most Sustainable Vehicle".

Ministry Announces FINAL Show Of The Year Full Band, Livestream Concert Set For November 20 at 3 PM PT. Tickets On Sale Now Only At HITKOR.com

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ministry has one more surprise planned for fans this year, announcing the act's first-ever livestream to be hosted on streaming platform HITKOR. Featuring the full band and possible special guests, the show will take place November 20 at 3 pm PT and will feature classic hits from the band's 40-year history as well as new tracks from the latest album, Moral Hygiene, out now on Nuclear Blast Records.

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  • Frontman and creator of Ministry Al Jourgensen says, "We never intended for Cleveland with NIN to be our last show this year.
  • Tickets are on sale now and available only at HITKOR.com.
  • ALL ACCESS passes are $19.99 and include the stream plus bonus, behind-the-scenes content prior to the main show, as well as an exclusive interview with Ministry.
  • The band's latest effort, Moral Hygiene, came out October 1, 2021 on Nuclear Blast Records, ahead of upcoming tours planned for 2022.

ATLANTA SPORTS TEAMS UNITE WITH ATLANTA PUBLIC SCHOOLS, UPS, CHICK-FIL-A, THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER ATLANTA, AND CELEBRITY GUEST FOR DEMOCRACY FEST 2022

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

ATLANTA, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On Tuesday, Sept. 20, National Voter Registration Day, the annual Democracy Fest will bring together the Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta United, the Atlanta Dream, the AtlantaHawks, and the Atlanta Braves to unite with Atlanta Public Schools, UPS, Chick-Fil-A, and The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta to champion and celebrate civic engagement among 11th & 12th-grade students in a one-day event at The Home Depot Backyard.

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  • This annual partnership leverages Atlanta professional sports teams and the Atlanta business community to provide students with information and resources to engage and celebrate the civic process.
  • It also builds on the Good Trouble campaign launched by Atlanta Public Schools (APS) in 2020.
  • "On behalf of Atlanta Public Schools, I am thrilled that our Atlanta sports teams and hometown corporations are joining forces to celebrate democracy and will continue to be a part of our student experience,'' said Atlanta Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Lisa Herring.
  • "The right to vote is foundational to our democracy," said Ayana Gabriel, vice president of Community Impact for the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta.

State Farm® Launches Good Neighbor Month to Champion Good Deeds Around the Country

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Thursday, September 1, 2022

BLOOMINGTON, Ill., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, State Farm is setting Good Neighbor Month in motion: a celebration encouraging people to take action in their communities, unite neighborhoods and spotlight those making a positive impact. As part of its corporate alliance with The Walt Disney Company spanning Disney Parks and Resorts and Disney Advertising Sales, State Farm is gathering its ambassadors and Disney star talent on their social media channels to electrify fans during a month of neighborly festivities.

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  • The virtual call to action invites consumers to share their good deeds and recognize people who embody what it means to be a good neighbor.
  • "Over our 100 years, we've championed good neighbors across the country and in the communities where our State Farm agents support them.
  • "Good Neighbor Month is all about inspiring community, which made it the perfect opportunity to expand the relationship between Disney and State Farm," said Mike Denby, SVP, Disney Advertising.
  • State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company is the parent of the State Farm family of companies.

ATLANTA QUILT FESTIVAL TO FEATURE JOHN LEWIS QUILT EXHIBIT

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Wednesday, July 27, 2022

ATLANTA, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Atlanta Quilt Festival (AQF) announced the lineup for its 14th annual festival scheduled for August 6th September 2nd at the Southwest Arts Center.

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  • ATLANTA, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Atlanta Quilt Festival (AQF) announced the lineup for its 14th annual festival scheduled for August 6th September 2nd at the Southwest Arts Center.
  • The Good Trouble Quilts Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Congressman John Lewis exhibit headlines the exhibits at the Festival.
  • It will feature a new collection of approximately 25 original art quilts that celebrate the life and legacy of Congressman John Lewis.
  • Quilters compete for Ribbons and prize money in 4 categories: Best Traditional quilt, Best Art Quilt, Best Modern Quilt and Best African American Heritage Quilt.

WHO'S WHO OF ASIANS IN HOLLYWOOD CALL ON API COMMUNITY TO "RISE UP" AT INSPIRING NIGHT OF 19TH ANNUAL UNFORGETTABLE GALA

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Tuesday, December 14, 2021

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Character Media celebrated the in-person return of the 19th Annual Unforgettable Gala presented by Lexus at the Beverly Hilton on Saturday.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Dec. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Character Media celebrated the in-person return of the 19th Annual Unforgettable Gala presented by Lexus at the Beverly Hilton on Saturday.
  • Unforgettable is the biggest awards show in the U.S. to recognize API icons and changemakers who represent the community through their creativity and excellence.
  • This year's event was hosted by "Good Trouble" star and comedian Sherry Cola and attended by a sold-out, fully vaccinated and COVID-tested crowd.
  • "This organization has always been about community," said John Cho, who received the Lexus Legacy Award.

John Cho to Receive Lexus Legacy Award at 19th Annual Unforgettable Gala Presented by Lexus

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Friday, December 3, 2021

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Adding to the illustrious list of award winners for the 19th Annual Unforgettable Gala presented by Lexus, Character Media announced today that actor, producer and writer John Cho will receive the Lexus Legacy Award.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Dec. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Adding to the illustrious list of award winners for the 19th Annual Unforgettable Gala presented by Lexus, Character Media announced today that actor, producer and writer John Cho will receive the Lexus Legacy Award.
  • The 19th Annual Unforgettable Gala will take place at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, Calif., on December 11, 2021.
  • "Lexus is thrilled to support the Unforgettable Gala," said Vinay Shahani, Lexus VP of Marketing.
  • To interview Unforgettable Gala founder James Ryu, please connect with the media contacts below.

Freeform's 25 Days Of Christmas Is Back And More Festive Than Ever

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Monday, November 15, 2021

"Watching '25 Days of Christmas' does not get more festive than snacking on Auntie Anne's winter treats while wrapping presents using one of a kind gift wrap and stationery from Paper Source.

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  • "Watching '25 Days of Christmas' does not get more festive than snacking on Auntie Anne's winter treats while wrapping presents using one of a kind gift wrap and stationery from Paper Source.
  • Available mid-November through December 31, Auntie Anne's is launching two limited-time menu offerings - Peppermint Chocolate Frost and Snowball Nuggets, served in custom 25 Days of Christmas themed packaging.
  • Perfect for sharing, each bucket of Snowball Nuggets comes with one of two 25 Days of Christmas themed bucket wraps and serves up to five people.
  • The unique 25 Days of Christmas Collection includes two, exclusively created wrapping paper designs featuring 25 Days of Christmas iconography, as well as a holiday greeting card, both available in-stores and online.

Simu Liu, Sandra Oh, 88rising Amongst Asian Pacific Islander Entertainers And Creatives To Be Honored At 19th Annual Unforgettable Gala Presented By Lexus

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Wednesday, November 3, 2021

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Character Media announced today this year's award recipients for the 19th Annual Unforgettable Gala, presented by Lexus.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Nov. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Character Media announced today this year's award recipients for the 19th Annual Unforgettable Gala, presented by Lexus.
  • Liu, who also starred in the award-winning Canadian series "Kim's Convenience," has been noted as the first Asian superhero in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
  • The 19th Annual Unforgettable Gala will take place at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, Calif., on December 11, 2021.
  • Founded in 2002, the black-tie affair celebrates Asian Pacific Islander celebrities, influencers and leaders who have contributed to arts, entertainment and culture.