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Denver's PrideFest Celebrates 50th Anniversary This Summer

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星期四, 五月 9, 2024
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DENVER, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Denver PrideFest, one of the nation's premier LGBTQ+ events, will celebrate its 50th anniversary June 22-23, 2024. The two-day festival unites communities from across Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region as the parade, run and festival attracted an estimated 550,000 people to downtown Denver in 2023.

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  • -       The annual two-day event celebrates Denver's LGBTQ+ community with parade, run, festival and new Gayborhood Market -
    DENVER, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Denver PrideFest , one of the nation's premier LGBTQ+ events, will celebrate its 50th anniversary June 22-23, 2024.
  • Since its inception, Denver PrideFest has been a celebration of unity, inclusion and progress among the LGBTQ+ community and allies.
  • Since then, Denver PrideFest has grown into the largest celebration of LGBTQ + pride in the Rocky Mountain region.
  • This year's 50th anniversary festival kicks off with the Pride 5K presented by Smartwool on Saturday, June 22, followed by the two-day Denver PrideFest event at Civic Center Park boasting 250+ exhibitors, 30 food vendors and captivating live performances.

Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell to Deliver Address at New England Law | Boston's 2024 Commencement

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星期二, 五月 7, 2024
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Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell, the first Black woman elected to that position, will address the graduates.

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  • Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell, the first Black woman elected to that position, will address the graduates.
  • A native of Boston's Roxbury neighborhood, Attorney General Campbell endured great loss and adversity at a young age.
  • Campbell later practiced law at Proskauer LLP as an employment attorney, ultimately leaving to serve the public as General Counsel at the Metropolitan Area Planning Commission.
  • "It is our honor to welcome Attorney General Campbell as our keynote speaker for the 113th Commencement at New England Law," said Allison M. Dussias, Acting Dean and Professor of Law.

CAN TV Launches New Monthly Program "Chicago Politics" on May 19

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星期二, 五月 7, 2024
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CHICAGO, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Steadfast in its mission to deliver thought-provoking content and hyperlocal journalism, CAN TV, Chicago's premiere hub for community access news and educational resources, is launching a new television program, Chicago Politics, on Sunday, May 19 at 12 p.m. CT on CAN TV19.  

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  • Chicago Politics will take a closer look at the politics and politicians that make Chicago's political machine one-of-a-kind.
  • The monthly program will be hosted by Hugo Balta , the current host of CAN TV Original Program 3 Questions With… and a veteran journalist.
  • He is also the twice president and a Hall of Fame member of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists.
  • Chicago Politics will air monthly on Sundays at 12 p.m. CST on CAN TV cable channel 19, and streaming live on cantv.org and on the can tv+ app.

TUN TAVERN LEGACY FOUNDATION SECURES LAND TO REBUILD HISTORIC SITE IN PHILADELPHIA

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星期二, 四月 30, 2024
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PHILADELPHIA, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Tun Tavern Legacy Foundation, Inc. (Foundation), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, today announced it acquired land to rebuild and reestablish an authentic reproduction of the original Tun Tavern building in Philadelphia. The Tun, constructed in 1693, is the birthplace of Freemasonry in Pennsylvania (1731) and the first documented lodge in North America, and the founding place of the St. Andrew's Society (1747), and the United States Marine Corps (1775). It is also the early first meeting place of the Friendly Sons & Daughters of St. Patrick (established 1771), the Society of St. George (founded in 1772, with earlier meetings at Tun Tavern), and is purportedly the place where John Adams and the Naval Committee met and drafted documents that outline the structure for what became the United States Navy (1775). A groundbreaking ceremony is planned for November 2024 in advance of the Navy and Marine Corps' 250th Homecoming Celebration in 2025.

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  • The Tun™ will be located at 19 S. 2nd Street in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood, known as "America's most historic square mile."
  • The location is within 250 yards of the original Tun Tavern site at Water Street and Tun Alley on Philadelphia's waterfront, where the Tun stood until 1781.
  • With the land acquisition, we have a strong base to move forward with the fundraising necessary to rebuild the historic Tun Tavern," said Rob Brink, Foundation Board Chair and Deputy Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania Free and Accepted Masons.
  • "The Foundation will operate The Tun™ as a functioning mariner's tavern and restaurant reminiscent of colonial Philadelphia.

Sling Pilot Academy and the City of Torrance Settle Business License Dispute

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星期日, 四月 28, 2024
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TORRANCE, Calif., April 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sling Pilot Academy , a premier flight training institution located in Torrance, CA, and the City of Torrance have settled a dispute in State Court over Sling's business license.

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  • TORRANCE, Calif., April 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sling Pilot Academy , a premier flight training institution located in Torrance, CA, and the City of Torrance have settled a dispute in State Court over Sling's business license.
  • In October 2023 Sling received a letter from the City of Torrance saying that Sling's business license would not be renewed in 2024 due to a never-enforced 1977 resolution limiting the number of flight schools at Torrance Airport.
  • The day before, the City of Torrance City Council voted to enact an Ordinance and Urgency Ordinance limiting the number of flight schools at Torrance Airport to 6 flight schools.
  • Sling Pilot Academy remains committed to working with the City of Torrance and the residents surrounding the airport.

OFL urges Mayor Andrea Horwath to oppose the privatization of Hamilton LRT

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星期二, 四月 23, 2024
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HAMILTON, Ontario, April 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) is calling on Mayor Andrea Horwath to uphold the public interest by voting against the proposed privatization of Hamilton’s Light Rail Transit (LRT) line.

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  • HAMILTON, Ontario, April 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) is calling on Mayor Andrea Horwath to uphold the public interest by voting against the proposed privatization of Hamilton’s Light Rail Transit (LRT) line.
  • On April 24, the Hamilton City Council will vote on a 10-year public-private partnership, aimed at outsourcing operations and maintenance to a private contractor.
  • “Given the proven capabilities and track record of the HSR and ATU, there is absolutely no justification for privatizing the Hamilton LRT,” Walton added.
  • The OFL reminds Hamilton City Councillors of their 2017 commitment to keep the LRT public under the HSR’s operation.

Downtown Orlando Sports and Entertainment District Approved to Begin 8.5 Acre Block Development

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星期一, 四月 22, 2024
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ORLANDO, Fla., April 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SED Development, LLC, JMA Ventures, LLC , and Machete Group, Inc. today announced that the sports and entertainment district to be developed on the 8.5-acre block adjacent to the Kia Center in downtown Orlando has been given final approval by the City of Orlando.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., April 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SED Development, LLC, JMA Ventures, LLC , and Machete Group, Inc. today announced that the sports and entertainment district to be developed on the 8.5-acre block adjacent to the Kia Center in downtown Orlando has been given final approval by the City of Orlando.
  • Construction of the 900,000 square-foot mixed-use project is set to break ground in late 2024.
  • The development also includes a 1,140-stall parking garage and a 1.5-acre multipurpose outdoor “urban living” room green space.
  • We are thrilled to have JMA Ventures and Machete Group guide the development of this joint venture with the DeVos Family and the Orlando Magic.

Detroit Sports Commission Expands $1 Million Living Legacy Program and Holds Community Celebration With Partners

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星期一, 四月 22, 2024
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DETROIT, April 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft presented by Bud Light, the Detroit Sports Commission (DSC) unveiled additional details and grant recipients as part of its unprecedented $1 million Living Legacy Initiative. In addition, the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation, Amazon, Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, the NFL, and other entities awarded grants to local community organizations.

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  • In addition, the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation, Amazon, Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, the NFL, and other entities awarded grants to local community organizations.
  • Announced in November 2023, the Detroit Sports Commission's $1 million Living Legacy Initiative is designed to promote youth literacy and sports, with a special emphasis on empowering girls in sports across Detroit and neighboring communities.
  • All recipients were presented with a specially branded Detroit Sports Commission 2024 jersey and hat, serving as a memento of their selection.
  • Kellogg Foundation and co-chair of the Detroit Sports Commission Community Engagement Committee.

The National Museum of Mexican Art Announces Fire Station Acquisition to Enhance Youth Programs, Community Outreach

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星期二, 四月 30, 2024
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In October, the City Council approved the $1 sale of the City-owned property to the Museum for redevelopment into a community center for art programming.

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  • In October, the City Council approved the $1 sale of the City-owned property to the Museum for redevelopment into a community center for art programming.
  • The renovated site will also provide a much-needed community gathering space for multigenerational activities.
  • "We see the fire station as a spark for youth joy and expression, creative opportunities, partnerships, and community.
  • Wallin-Gomez Architects, Ltd. is the architect of record in transforming the historic fire station into a modern arts education and community center.

BRUCE SMITH ENTERPRISE AND THE CORDISH COMPANIES UNANIMOUSLY SELECTED BY CITY OF PETERSBURG TO CODEVELOP $1.4 BILLION TRANSFORMATIVE MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT IN PETERSBURG, VIRGINIA

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星期四, 四月 25, 2024
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PETERSBURG, Va., April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bruce Smith Enterprise and The Cordish Companies have been selected by the City of Petersburg, Virginia to codevelop a $1.4 billion Live! Gaming & Entertainment District, anchored by Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia. Yesterday evening, the Petersburg City Council unanimously approved Bruce Smith Enterprise and The Cordish Companies as the City's preferred development partner on the transformative mixed-use project. The proposed project will generate billions of dollars in economic benefits and spinoff development, create thousands of new jobs and benefits to the local community, and become a major new tourist destination for the City and the Central Virginia region. Rendering and video files can be downloaded here.

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  • Yesterday evening, the Petersburg City Council unanimously approved Bruce Smith Enterprise and The Cordish Companies as the City's preferred development partner on the transformative mixed-use project.
  • "Bruce Smith Enterprise and The Cordish Companies are thrilled and extremely honored to be selected by the City of Petersburg to codevelop a $1.4 billion, transformational mixed-use development," said Bruce Smith, Pro Football Hall of Famer, Prominent Virginian Developer and Community Leader.
  • "We extend our thanks to the entire Petersburg City Council for its thoughtful decision to select Bruce Smith Enterprise and The Cordish Companies as development partners for this transformative, world-class destination in Petersburg," said Zed Smith, Chief Operating Officer for The Cordish Companies.
  • Based on a financial report delivered by Davenport to City Council, the Council unanimously voted to select Bruce Smith Enterprise and The Cordish Companies to provide a world-class destination development to the City of Petersburg."