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Setton Pistachio Announces 2024 Earth Day Scholarship Contest Winners

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Monday, April 22, 2024

TERRA BELLA, Calif., April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Setton Pistachio of Terra Bella, Inc., the nation's second-largest pistachio grower and processor, is proud to announce the recipients of the second annual Setton Earth Day scholarship contest. This initiative was created as part of the Setton family's ongoing commitment to helping students reach their educational goals and spreading awareness about the importance of sustainability. For more information, visit www.settonfarms.com.

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  • TERRA BELLA, Calif., April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Setton Pistachio of Terra Bella, Inc., the nation's second-largest pistachio grower and processor, is proud to announce the recipients of the second annual Setton Earth Day scholarship contest.
  • Setton Farms partnered with Porterville High School, Monache High School, and Harmony Magnet Academy in Porterville, California, to award scholarships to exemplary seniors.
  • "We are grateful for the spirited and generous support from Setton Farms for the Earth Day scholarship program," said Harmony Magnet Academy Principal Jeff Brown.
  • "Our students are very fortunate to have been invited to apply for Setton Farms scholarship," said Monache High School Principal Dr. Eric Barba.

EV Connect Introduces Industry's Most Flexible Electric Vehicle Charging Solution Designed for Fleets

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Tuesday, January 18, 2022

The EV Connect Fleet solution provides an enhanced user experience, allowing for complete control over fleets and their energy consumption for fleet service providers as well as in-house-managed vehicle fleets.

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  • The EV Connect Fleet solution provides an enhanced user experience, allowing for complete control over fleets and their energy consumption for fleet service providers as well as in-house-managed vehicle fleets.
  • "Electrified fleets represent one of the biggest opportunities for clean transportation, and fleet owners and operators need a flexible, reliable, and frictionless EV charging solution that maximizes vehicle uptime," said Jon Leicester, vice president of Fleet at EV Connect.
  • Through its innovative and open charging platform, EV Connect simplifies the set-up, management, and optimization of charging stations with premium customer service, from installation to driver support.
  • EV Connect guides companies of all sizes in managing networks of chargers and delivers a seamless EV charging experience that empowers drivers.

Eagle Mountain Casino Resort Selects OPTX's Casino Data Platform

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Tuesday, November 16, 2021

LAS VEGAS, Nov. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Eagle Mountain Casino in Porterville, CA has selected the full-suite of OPTX solutions for marketing, player development, slots, and artificial intelligence.

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  • LAS VEGAS, Nov. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Eagle Mountain Casino in Porterville, CA has selected the full-suite of OPTX solutions for marketing, player development, slots, and artificial intelligence.
  • OPTX will be installed at our current Eagle Mountain Casino location and our relocated casino set to open in late 2022 with 1750 slot machines, 20 table games and a 2,000-seat event center," said Matthew Mingrone, General Manager at Eagle Mountain Casino.
  • "We are excited to have Eagle Mountain Casino as our newest partner in California.
  • Eagle Mountain Casino's decision to select OPTX as its casino data platform for marketing, slots, player development and artificial intelligence demonstrates the need for a product like OPTX in the gaming industry," said Brooke Fiumara, co-CEO of OPTX.

KBRA Assigns Ratings to Sierra Bancorp

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Thursday, September 9, 2021

Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) assigns a senior unsecured debt rating of BBB, a subordinated debt rating of BBB-, and a short-term debt rating of K3 to Porterville, California-based Sierra Bancorp (NASDAQ: BSRR or the company).

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  • Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) assigns a senior unsecured debt rating of BBB, a subordinated debt rating of BBB-, and a short-term debt rating of K3 to Porterville, California-based Sierra Bancorp (NASDAQ: BSRR or the company).
  • In addition, KBRA assigns deposit and senior unsecured debt ratings of BBB+, a subordinated debt rating of BBB, and short-term deposit and debt ratings of K2 to the Bank of the Sierra (the bank), the lead subsidiary.
  • The ratings also recognize the relatively recent staffing enhancements among several key positions that have boosted the depth of management.
  • KBRA is also recognized by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners as a Credit Rating Provider.

A $174 billion EV investment would transform the American bus market, says IDTechEx

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Tuesday, April 20, 2021

At the end of March 2021, the Biden Government announced a $2 trillion dollar package , "The American Jobs Plan," which proposes a $174 billion investment in the US electric vehicle market.

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  • At the end of March 2021, the Biden Government announced a $2 trillion dollar package , "The American Jobs Plan," which proposes a $174 billion investment in the US electric vehicle market.
  • They expect to see continued fast-paced growth, predicting that over 1,000 Blue Bird electric buses will be on the road next year.
  • IDTechEx expects to see Chinese electric bus OEMs look to markets outside of China for growth, often in partnership with local bus manufacturers.
  • Yutong recently secured an order for 741 electric buses, to be deployed for the Qatar 2022 FIFA football World Cup.

City of Porterville, CA Accelerates Adoption of Zero-Emission Vehicles with Revenue from LCFS Credits Managed and Monetized by SRECTrade

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Wednesday, April 7, 2021

Porterville is rapidly electrifying its fleet and getting paid to do so by SRECTrade via the California Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) program.

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  • Porterville is rapidly electrifying its fleet and getting paid to do so by SRECTrade via the California Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) program.
  • By 2024 Porterville plans to convert its entire fleet to electric and provide more public-access charging infrastructure for residents.
  • "SRECTrade plugged in to manage and monetize LCFS credits generated by Porterville's eligible equipment.
  • SRECTrade will continue supporting the municipality through its expertise in environmental commodities and transparent reporting of the value being generated.

California’s City of Porterville Deploys 12 All-Electric Micro-transit Vans from Colorado’s Lightning eMotors

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Thursday, January 28, 2021

With a focus on its mission of sustainability for its residents, the City of Porterville, California is putting 12 zero-emission micro-transit vans into service.

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  • With a focus on its mission of sustainability for its residents, the City of Porterville, California is putting 12 zero-emission micro-transit vans into service.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210128005182/en/
    The City of Porterville, California is deploying 12 zero-emission micro-transit vans, built by Colorados Lightning eMotors.
  • We look forward to serving our residents with quiet, zero-emission passenger vans, said City of Porterville Transit Administrator Richard Tree.
  • The 12 vehicles, all Class 3 Lightning Electric Transit Vans, were developed by Lightning eMotors , a leading manufacturer of commercial electric vehicles for fleets based in Loveland, Colorado.