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MNA: Nurses Remain Most Trusted Profession for 22nd Straight Year, Per Annual Gallup Survey

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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CANTON, Mass., Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Amid a healthcare crisis that has seen hospital executives closing essential services and refusing to address patient safety and inadequate staffing problems, Americans find nurses to be the most trusted profession and business executives to be among the least, according to an annual Gallup survey released January 22.

Key Points: 
  • "With our healthcare system in crisis, Americans turn to nurses for the truth," said Katie Murphy, a practicing ICU nurse, and President of the Massachusetts Nurses Association.
  • "Nurses remain the most trusted because as patient safety and essential services come under threat from profit-seeking executives, nurses relentlessly stand up for their patients and profession."
  • Even as nurses remain the nation's most trusted and ethical profession for 22 straight years, they face enormous challenges.
  • 71% of nurses said in the 2023 MNA survey that their biggest obstacle to care is understaffing/having too many patients.

AFVi Offers Critical Training for Firefighters Who Deal With Natural Gas Vehicles

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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LAS VEGAS, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alternative Fuel Vehicle Institute (AFVi) is proud to announce that updates to its natural gas vehicle training program for firefighters and first responders are now complete.

Key Points: 
  • LAS VEGAS, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alternative Fuel Vehicle Institute (AFVi) is proud to announce that updates to its natural gas vehicle training program for firefighters and first responders are now complete.
  • This on-demand e-learning course equips emergency personnel with the skills and knowledge necessary for handling incidents involving natural gas-powered vehicles, ensuring their safety and the communities they serve.
  • Although natural gas vehicles (NGVs) are extremely safe, they present distinct challenges which traditional firefighter training does not address.
  • Participants gain insight into the characteristics of natural gas, safety protocols, and advanced response techniques.

MY SALON Suite Ranked Among the Top 100 Franchises in Entrepreneur's Highly Competitive Franchise 500® Following Record-Breaking Year

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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CARROLLTON, Texas, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MY SALON Suite, a salon suite franchise that focuses on providing stylists and beauticians a personal space to build their business and the beauty industry's future, announced today it has been recognized as one of the top 100 franchises in Entrepreneur's Franchise 500®, the world's first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking. Recognized as an invaluable resource for potential franchisees, the 2024 Franchise 500® ranks MY SALON Suite as #75 overall for its outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability, and brand power.

Key Points: 
  • The recognition comes following one of the most successful franchise development years to date for MY SALON Suite, with more than 40 franchise agreements and 43 store openings allowing the brand to surpass 318 open locations.
  • The initial investment for a MY SALON Suite franchise is approximately $823,344 – $2,241,800, including a $50,000 franchise fee.
  • MY SALON Suite is currently seeking qualified franchise candidates with an emphasis on multi-unit owners as it targets continued nationwide growth.
  • For more information about MY SALON Suite franchise opportunities, visit https://www.mysalonsuite.com/franchise , or contact Mark Jameson at [email protected] or 214-346-5679.

MY SALON Suite Ranked on Franchise Business Review's List of the Top Franchises for 2024 Amid Rapid Network Expansion

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Friday, January 19, 2024
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CARROLLTON, Texas, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MY SALON Suite, a salon suite franchise that focuses on providing stylists and beauticians a personal space to build their business and the beauty industry's future, announced today it has been recognized among the top 200 franchises by Franchise Business Review as rated by franchise business owners. This is the 19th annual ranking of the 200 best franchise opportunities. The list is available at https://franchisebusinessreview.com/lists/top-200-franchises/.

Key Points: 
  • Franchise Business Review publishes its rankings of the top 200 franchises in its annual Guide to Today's Top Franchises .
  • MY SALON Suite was among over 375 franchise brands, representing more than 35,000 franchise owners, that participated in Franchise Business Review's research.
  • The initial investment for a MY SALON Suite franchise is approximately $823,344 – $2,241,800, including a $50,000 franchise fee.
  • For more information about MY SALON Suite franchise opportunities, visit https://www.mysalonsuite.com , or contact Mark Jameson at [email protected] or 214-346-5679.

Florida AFL-CIO Grants Dr. Barbara Sharief Prestigious Statewide Early Endorsement

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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This endorsement is a testament to Dr. Sharief's unwavering commitment to championing the rights and interests of Florida's workforce.

Key Points: 
  • This endorsement is a testament to Dr. Sharief's unwavering commitment to championing the rights and interests of Florida's workforce.
  • As a union member herself (while working as a nurse at Jackson Memorial Hospital), Barbara knows how important Labor Unions are to everyday workers in Florida.
  • "I am honored to receive the EARLY endorsement of the Florida AFL-CIO," said Dr. Barbara Sharief.
  • With the Teachers and the Statewide AFL-CIO aboard her campaign, Dr. Sharief said " The outpouring of support has left me truly humbled.

E-ONE Celebrates 50 Years of Fire Industry Leadership and Innovation

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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This launched the company’s reputation in the fire industry for pioneering innovation, still evidenced 50 years later in the fire apparatus it produces for fire departments around the world.

Key Points: 
  • This launched the company’s reputation in the fire industry for pioneering innovation, still evidenced 50 years later in the fire apparatus it produces for fire departments around the world.
  • E-ONE opened an 82,000 square foot production facility in Ocala in 1978 and in 1981 produced its first aerial, a 110’ welded extruded aluminum aerial with integral torque box chassis.
  • Other major milestones from E-ONE’s first 50 years include the following:
    The company started with only 25 employees, and today it employs more than 1,000 people at its facilities in Ocala and Hamburg, NY.
  • To help celebrate this milestone, E-ONE is asking its longtime customers, employees, and fans to share their piece of E-ONE history at e-one.com/50years and on its social media channels:

Pennsylvania American Water Reminds Customers of Tips for Preventing Frozen Pipes During Sub-Freezing Temperatures

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Saturday, January 13, 2024
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With a blast of colder weather forecasted for the upcoming week across the region, Pennsylvania American Water reminds customers to take steps now to prevent frozen and damaged pipes, which can lead to costly repairs.

Key Points: 
  • With a blast of colder weather forecasted for the upcoming week across the region, Pennsylvania American Water reminds customers to take steps now to prevent frozen and damaged pipes, which can lead to costly repairs.
  • “Preparation and prevention can help avoid frozen pipes that can burst and result in costly household damages,” said Jim Runzer, vice president of operations for Pennsylvania American Water.
  • Eliminate sources of cold air near water lines by repairing broken windows, insulating walls, closing off crawl spaces, and eliminating drafts near doors.
  • If you have pipes vulnerable to freezing, allow a small trickle of water to run overnight to keep pipes from freezing.

Readout of SBA Administrator Guzman’s Visit to Allentown with President Biden

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Friday, January 12, 2024
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Upon arriving in Allentown, Administrator Guzman and President Biden joined U.S. Rep. Susan Wild and Sen. Bob Casey for visits to three local small businesses.

Key Points: 
  • Upon arriving in Allentown, Administrator Guzman and President Biden joined U.S. Rep. Susan Wild and Sen. Bob Casey for visits to three local small businesses.
  • Later in the day, Administrator Guzman and President Biden visited Mack Southside Fire Station and Training Academy, home to Allentown’s fire department training academy.
  • Administrator Guzman and President Biden were greeted by the president of the firefighters’ union and the head of the training academy before embarking on a tour of the facility.
  • Together, Administrator Guzman and President Biden met with firefighters and thanked them for their service to their community and country.

National Fire Sprinkler Association, Common Voices and National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Responds to Fatal Fires with Children

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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USFA reports 20 children as victims of fatal fires since January 1, 2024, with the total number of fatalities year to date at 75.

Key Points: 
  • USFA reports 20 children as victims of fatal fires since January 1, 2024, with the total number of fatalities year to date at 75.
  • Residential sprinklers can control the fire, allowing occupants time to escape and time for the fire department to respond.
  • “Losing children in fires underscores the importance of fire protection, and there is no better technology to control a fire than fire sprinklers.
  • On top of the unbearable loss for the residents and communities impacted, there is an incredible toll on firefighters too.

Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy Student Raises $10,290 to Purchase Equipment for Ithaca and Perrinton Fire Stations

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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Zoey Harrison, a 9th-grade student at Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy (MGLVA), has raised $10,290 with the support of local businesses and community members to purchase much-needed equipment for the Gratiot Emergency Services Authority’s (GESA) Ithaca and Perrinton fire stations.

Key Points: 
  • Zoey Harrison, a 9th-grade student at Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy (MGLVA), has raised $10,290 with the support of local businesses and community members to purchase much-needed equipment for the Gratiot Emergency Services Authority’s (GESA) Ithaca and Perrinton fire stations.
  • “I was inspired to start this fundraiser in support of our local fire station after learning they didn’t have the grain bin entrapment equipment needed to rescue farmers in rural communities like Ithaca,” said Harrison.
  • “Our local firefighters have applied for grants for this equipment before and been denied twice.
  • After two short weeks, local businesses and community members donated enough funds to purchase the equipment for the GESA Ithaca fire station.