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Agrify Corporation Announces Turnkey Solventless Extraction Equipment Contract with Massachusetts-Based Company Blackstone Valley Cannabis

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

TROY, Mich., March 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Agrify Corporation (Nasdaq: AGFY) (“Agrify” or the “Company”), a leading provider of innovative cultivation and extraction solutions for the cannabis industry, today announced the signing of a Turnkey Solventless Extraction and Lab Equipment Package with Blackstone Valley Cannabis (“Blackstone Valley” or the “Customer”), a licensed vertical operator based in Uxbridge, MA.

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  • TROY, Mich., March 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Agrify Corporation (Nasdaq: AGFY) (“Agrify” or the “Company”), a leading provider of innovative cultivation and extraction solutions for the cannabis industry, today announced the signing of a Turnkey Solventless Extraction and Lab Equipment Package with Blackstone Valley Cannabis (“Blackstone Valley” or the “Customer”), a licensed vertical operator based in Uxbridge, MA.
  • Blackstone Valley Cannabis has purchased Pure Pressure’s Turnkey Solventless Extraction and Lab Equipment Package, which includes an Axis Trichome Separator Hash Washing and Filtration package along with a Longs Peak Rosin Press with automated pressure control.
  • In addition, Blackstone Valley Cannabis has also elected Agrify’s 6-day on-site Advanced Solventless Training package, where Agrify’s Solventless Extraction Expert will train Blackstone Valley Cannabis’ team on Hash Washing, Freeze Drying, Pressing, Jar Tech, Mechanical Separation, and Vape Cart Formulation techniques.
  • Agrify’s Turnkey Solventless Extraction and Lab Equipment package will allow Blackstone Valley Cannabis to create some of the most unique solventless-based products that will be offered into the Massachusetts market.”
    Justine Vota, Extraction Laboratory & Kitchen Manager at BVC said, “We at Blackstone Valley Cannabis are extremely excited to be utilizing Pure Pressure Solventless Extraction equipment for our Hash-washing and Rosin-pressing endeavors.

Vigil Neuroscience Appoints Petra Kaufmann, M.D., as Chief Medical Officer

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

WATERTOWN, Mass., March 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vigil Neuroscience, Inc. (Nasdaq: VIGL), a clinical-stage biotechnology company committed to harnessing the power of microglia for the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases, today announced the appointment of Petra Kaufmann, M.D., M.S., F.A.A.N, as Chief Medical Officer.

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  • WATERTOWN, Mass., March 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vigil Neuroscience, Inc. (Nasdaq: VIGL), a clinical-stage biotechnology company committed to harnessing the power of microglia for the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases, today announced the appointment of Petra Kaufmann, M.D., M.S., F.A.A.N, as Chief Medical Officer.
  • "Dr. Kaufmann brings a wealth of experience that will be invaluable to the Vigil team,” said Ivana Magovčević-Liebisch, Ph.D., J.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of Vigil.
  • “As we further the development of both iluzanebart and VG-3927, we will benefit from her extensive background in neurological and rare diseases, as well as her proven expertise in both domestic and global drug development.”
    Dr. Kaufmann is an accomplished biotech executive joining Vigil Neuroscience from Affinia Therapeutics where she served as Chief Medical Officer leading medical, clinical, patient advocacy and regulatory strategy.
  • “I am honored and excited to join Vigil, a company at the forefront of developing innovative treatments for rare and common neurological diseases,” said Petra Kaufmann, M.D., M.S., F.A.A.N, Chief Medical Officer of Vigil.

Green Check Partners with Order.co to Enhance Access to Cost-Saving Solutions for the Cannabis Industry

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

"By enabling access to Order.co's innovative procurement platform through Green Check Connect, we're empowering cannabis businesses with essential tools to optimize their purchasing and payments processes," said Kevin Hart, CEO and founder of Green Check.

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  • "By enabling access to Order.co's innovative procurement platform through Green Check Connect, we're empowering cannabis businesses with essential tools to optimize their purchasing and payments processes," said Kevin Hart, CEO and founder of Green Check.
  • "Together with Green Check, Order.co is poised to make a substantial difference in the operational efficiency and financial health of cannabis businesses.
  • "We are really excited to partner with Green Check and offer Order.co via Green Check Connect.
  • To learn more about Green Check and its industry-leading business and financial services marketplace, visit greencheckverified.com .

Media Advisory: Toronto & York Region Labour Council and Urban Alliance on Race Relations Mark International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

TORONTO, March 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On March 21st, the Toronto & York Region Labor Council (TYRLC) and the Urban Alliance on Race Relations (UARR) will mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (IDERD) by presenting Mayor Olivia Chow and Toronto City Councillors with practical and impactful policy proposals, tools and solutions to address racial inequity in Toronto.

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  • TORONTO, March 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On March 21st, the Toronto & York Region Labor Council (TYRLC) and the Urban Alliance on Race Relations (UARR) will mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (IDERD) by presenting Mayor Olivia Chow and Toronto City Councillors with practical and impactful policy proposals, tools and solutions to address racial inequity in Toronto.
  • At discussion will be how racial inequity manifests in Toronto around housing, transit, community services, policing, and good jobs.
  • The Toronto & York Region Labour Council represents over 220,000 workers from diverse sectors across the Toronto region.
  • The Urban Alliance on Race Relations works with the community, public and private sectors to provide educational programs and research critical to addressing racism in our society.

Toronto & York Region Labour Council and Urban Alliance on Race Relations mark International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

TORONTO, March 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On March 21st, the Toronto & York Region Labor Council (TYRLC) and the Urban Alliance on Race Relations (UARR) will mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (IDERD) by presenting Mayor Olivia Chow and Toronto City Councillors with practical and impactful policy proposals, tools and solutions to address racial inequity in Toronto.

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  • TORONTO, March 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On March 21st, the Toronto & York Region Labor Council (TYRLC) and the Urban Alliance on Race Relations (UARR) will mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (IDERD) by presenting Mayor Olivia Chow and Toronto City Councillors with practical and impactful policy proposals, tools and solutions to address racial inequity in Toronto.
  • At discussion will be how racial inequity manifests in Toronto around housing, transit, community services, policing, and good jobs.
  • The Toronto & York Region Labour Council represents over 220,000 workers from diverse sectors across the Toronto region.
  • The Urban Alliance on Race Relations works with the community, public and private sectors to provide educational programs and research critical to addressing racism in our society.

NVIDIA Blackwell Platform Arrives to Power a New Era of Computing

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Monday, March 18, 2024

The NVIDIA GB200 Grace Blackwell Superchip connects two NVIDIA B200 Tensor Core GPUs to the NVIDIA Grace CPU over a 900GB/s ultra-low-power NVLink chip-to-chip interconnect.

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  • The NVIDIA GB200 Grace Blackwell Superchip connects two NVIDIA B200 Tensor Core GPUs to the NVIDIA Grace CPU over a 900GB/s ultra-low-power NVLink chip-to-chip interconnect.
  • It combines 36 Grace Blackwell Superchips, which include 72 Blackwell GPUs and 36 Grace CPUs interconnected by fifth-generation NVLink.
  • The Blackwell product portfolio is supported by NVIDIA AI Enterprise , the end-to-end operating system for production-grade AI.
  • To learn more about the NVIDIA Blackwell platform, watch the GTC keynote and register to attend sessions from NVIDIA and industry leaders at GTC, which runs through March 21.

MVE + Partners Announces the Opening of Its First Latin America Office in Guadalajara

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Monday, March 18, 2024

GUADALAJARA, Mexico, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MVE + Partners (MVE), a leading architecture, planning, interior design and urban design firm, today announced the opening of MVE Architects Mexico, its first Latin-America-based office in Guadalajara, Mexico.

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  • GUADALAJARA, Mexico, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MVE + Partners (MVE), a leading architecture, planning, interior design and urban design firm, today announced the opening of MVE Architects Mexico, its first Latin-America-based office in Guadalajara, Mexico.
  • Bernardis’ notable projects include Guadalajara International Airport’s Terminal 2 , Acuarela master plan , and Luna Luxury Residential Tower in San Pedro, Monterrey, as well as diverse projects in Latin America.
  • “I’m inspired by MVE’s body of work and honored to support the establishment of the first hub in Latin America.
  • Opening a Guadalajara location just felt like the natural next step,” said Matthew McLarand, AIA, NCARB, president, MVE.

C.K. McWhorter & The McWhorter Foundation To Host Formula 1 Miami Gala, Combatting Child Trafficking

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Sunday, March 17, 2024

This distinguished occasion marks a significant milestone in the ongoing fight against child trafficking, a cause deeply entrenched in the foundation's ethos and supported by its community.

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  • This distinguished occasion marks a significant milestone in the ongoing fight against child trafficking, a cause deeply entrenched in the foundation's ethos and supported by its community.
  • Against the vibrant backdrop of Formula 1 Miami, the gala pledges an evening of elegance and purpose, bringing together influential personalities, philanthropists, and racing enthusiasts in a collective endeavor to eradicate child exploitation.
  • "This gala transcends mere sophistication; it signifies a resolute stance against child trafficking," stated C.K.
  • Proceeds from the gala will be channeled towards vital initiatives in the fight against child trafficking.

The Cannabis Place Opens Licensed Dispensary in Middle Village, Queens, NYC

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Friday, March 15, 2024

NEW YORK, March 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via IBN -- The Cannabis Place announces today the grand opening of its New York City flagship licensed dispensary.

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  • NEW YORK, March 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via IBN -- The Cannabis Place announces today the grand opening of its New York City flagship licensed dispensary.
  • Osbert Orduña, The Cannabis Place founder and CEO, said: “We picked this weekend to open because it’s symbolic in many ways.
  • Nearly two dozen local residents learned the basics of working in a cannabis retail environment from The Cannabis Place Dispensary experts.
  • The Cannabis Place Dispensary does that and is living proof that workforce investment equals immediate positive community impact.

National Impaired Driving Prevention Week – Combatting Impaired Driving Requires Holistic Approach

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Friday, March 15, 2024

OAKVILLE, Ontario, March 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- March 17 – 23, 2023 is National Impaired Driving Prevention Week.

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  • OAKVILLE, Ontario, March 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- March 17 – 23, 2023 is National Impaired Driving Prevention Week.
  • Despite the progress that has been made, impaired driving is still one of the leading causes of criminal death in Canada.
  • MADD Canada’s National President, Tanya Hansen Pratt, knows all too well the real cost of impaired driving.
  • Drug impaired driving also endangers Canadians and according to Public Safety Canada, is on the rise.