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Yakima Chief Hops Announces 6th Annual Veterans Blend

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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YAKIMA, Wash., June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Yakima Chief Hops (YCH) announces the release of the 6th Veterans Blend, an annual collaboration supporting U.S. military Veterans.

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  • YAKIMA, Wash., June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Yakima Chief Hops (YCH) announces the release of the 6th Veterans Blend, an annual collaboration supporting U.S. military Veterans.
  • Yakima Chief Hops announces the release of Veterans Blend, an annual collaboration supporting U.S. military Veterans.
  • The blend was curated and selected during the Craft Brewers Conference by Veterans working in the beer industry.
  • Along with choosing the hops they want to feature in this impact-driven blend, they also nominate and vote for the nonprofit organization the blend will be raising funds for.

PulteGroup Shareholder, Marine Veteran Betty Trester labels CEO Ryan Marshall 'Dishonorable' following Fiery Exchange of Court Filings

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023
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ROCHESTER, Mich., June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Marine Veteran and PulteGroup shareholder Betty Trester is being falsely accused by national homebuilding giant PulteGroup so the CEO can avoid transparency regarding the company's probe into his fired executive lieutenant late last year, Trester's legal team said today as they filed a new response in Michigan circuit court. 

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  • PulteGroup repeatedly raises red flags as CEO Ryan Marshall and his legal team continue to evade transparency and make false accusations against shareholder, Marine Veteran requesting records regarding the departure of the CEO's top lieutenant
    ROCHESTER, Mich., June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Marine Veteran and PulteGroup shareholder Betty Trester is being falsely accused by national homebuilding giant PulteGroup so the CEO can avoid transparency regarding the company's probe into his fired executive lieutenant late last year, Trester's legal team said today as they filed a new response in Michigan circuit court.
  • "After its latest attempt to avoid transparency, it is clear PulteGroup's Ryan Marshall has no faith in shareholders"
    " Before filing my suit against PulteGroup , I submitted to extensive negotiations resulting in my agreement to sign a non-disclosure agreement in exchange for reviewing investigative documents regarding the CEO's ex-lieutenant, yet nothing ever came to fruition," said Trester.
  • "After its latest attempt to avoid transparency, it is clear PulteGroup's Ryan Marshall has no faith in shareholders, especially Main Street investors like me, a Marine Veteran who honorably served our country."

OneLegacy Partnered with Joey Gase, the California Highway Patrol and San Bernardino Valley College’s Nursing School for Special Donor Dots of Hope Event

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023
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OneLegacy, the local organ procurement organization that serves seven counties in Southern California, joined The California Highway Patrol and San Bernardino College’s Nursing School to host a special event to promote the importance of organ, eye and tissue donation with local students and community members.

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  • OneLegacy, the local organ procurement organization that serves seven counties in Southern California, joined The California Highway Patrol and San Bernardino College’s Nursing School to host a special event to promote the importance of organ, eye and tissue donation with local students and community members.
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    The event took place last Thursday, February 23 at San Bernardino Valley College.
  • Joey Gase’s decorated racecar participated on Sunday, February 26 – in the NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana.
  • In 2015, he was awarded NASCAR’s inaugural COMCAST Community Outreach Award for his work supporting organ, eye and tissue donation and donor families.

EG GROUP RAISES OVER $600K IN MONTH-LONG DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS (DAV) FUNDRAISER

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023
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WESTBOROUGH, Mass., Jan. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the completion of their annual fundraiser with Disabled American Veterans (DAV), EG Group announced it raised $647,000 in this year's campaign, surpassing previous years in money raised.

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  • WESTBOROUGH, Mass., Jan. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the completion of their annual fundraiser with Disabled American Veterans (DAV), EG Group announced it raised $647,000 in this year's campaign, surpassing previous years in money raised.
  • On December 20th, members of EG America leadership presented a check to Coleman Yee, DAV's Third Junior Vice Commander and Marine Veteran, in a ceremony at EG America headquarters.
  • EG Group employs many former military personnel nationally including McNally and Bradstreet, both of whom are veterans, having served in the Air Force and Marines, respectively.
  • "The funds raised will make a positive impact on the critical services that the DAV offers to Vets every day."

Parachuting with Purpose: Local US Marine Corps Veteran BASE Jumps Off Camelback Mountain to Raise Awareness of Veteran Suicide

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Monday, January 24, 2022
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Marine Veteran and Arizona State University alumni Tristan Wimmer is returning to the skies of his hometown to bring attention to this national crisis.

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  • Marine Veteran and Arizona State University alumni Tristan Wimmer is returning to the skies of his hometown to bring attention to this national crisis.
  • The jumps will be held as part of the 3rdAnnual 22 Jumps event at Camelback Mountain inPhoenix, AZ, beginning6 a.m. (MST).
  • After exceeding his symbolic $22,000 fundraising goal last year, Wimmer and his team hope to raise another $22,000for 2022.
  • In 2006, Kiernan sustained a massive TBI that diminished his quality of life and contributed to his decision to commit suicide.

Evoke Consulting Extends Support to USMC M&RA Service Treatment Records Program with New Contract Award

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Thursday, January 20, 2022
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Jim Loreto, Evoke's Managing Partner, stated, "The STR Program ensures service members receive timely and accurate health services following their transition from active duty.

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  • Jim Loreto, Evoke's Managing Partner, stated, "The STR Program ensures service members receive timely and accurate health services following their transition from active duty.
  • Evoke is honored to continue supporting Marine Veterans as they receive benefits earned for service to our Nation."
  • Evoke Managing Partner, Greg Blaisdell, added, "Evoke is proud of our STR team's demonstrated commitment to the Marine Corps.
  • Evoke Research and Consulting, LLC provides professional services and technology support in management, organizational improvement, and technology and engineering services.

Bay Pines VA Healthcare System Begins Construction on a Second Fisher House

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Monday, November 8, 2021
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BAY PINES, Fla., Nov. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Initial work has begun on the construction of a second Fisher House in Bay Pines, Florida for the Bay Pines VA Healthcare System.

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  • BAY PINES, Fla., Nov. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Initial work has begun on the construction of a second Fisher House in Bay Pines, Florida for the Bay Pines VA Healthcare System.
  • In 2016, Janice Cullen spent time at the Bay Pines Fisher House while her Marine Veteran husband received medical care.
  • "As we approach Veterans Day, we are honored to announce that construction has begun on this house in Bay Pines," said Fisher House Foundation Chairman and CEO Ken Fisher.
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    The Bay Pines VA Healthcare System is the nation's sixth largest tertiary healthcare facility caring for nearly 120,000 Veterans residing across ten counties in the Southwest region of Florida.