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If you bought Ginkgold® ginkgo biloba extract, you could get money from a class action settlement

SEATTLE, Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — A settlement has been proposed in a class action called Sonner v. Schwabe North America, Inc. et al., No. 5:15-cv-01358 VAP (SP) in the United States District Court for the Central District of California. This lawsuit alleges false advertising of ginkgo biloba products Ginkgold® Advanced Ginkgo Extract  («Ginkgold») and  Ginkgold® Max Advanced Ginkgo  Extract Max  120 mg («Ginkgold Max»).  …

SEATTLE, Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — A settlement has been proposed in a class action called Sonner v. Schwabe North America, Inc. et al., No. 5:15-cv-01358 VAP (SP) in the United States District Court for the Central District of California. This lawsuit alleges false advertising of ginkgo biloba products Ginkgold® Advanced Ginkgo Extract  («Ginkgold») and  Ginkgold® Max Advanced Ginkgo  Extract Max  120 mg («Ginkgold Max»).   Defendants vigorously deny the allegations and deny that any of their advertising relating to ginkgo biloba is false. The Court did not decide who is right. Instead, the parties reached a settlement to avoid the cost of continued litigation, its associated burden, and potential risks for both sides.

If you purchased Ginkgold or Ginkgold Max in the United States, you may be a Settlement Class member. The Settlement Class includes all consumers who purchased Ginkgold or Ginkgold Max in California from July 7, 2011 to October 1, 2020, or anywhere else in the United States from January 1, 2016 to October 1, 2020.

Settlement Class Members may receive reimbursement of up to $18 or $33 per qualifying Ginkgold or Ginkgold Max purchased. To qualify for payment, you must submit a Claim Form by February 24, 2021 either online at www.GinkgoldSettlement.com  or by mail. Your Claim Form will be reviewed, and a determination will be made as to whether you are entitled to payment.

If you are a Settlement Class Member, your legal rights are affected whether you act or not. If you do not wish to submit a claim, you can exclude yourself from the settlement. Settlement Class Members who do not opt out will release certain legal rights against the Defendants and the Released Parties. Settlement Class Members who wish to opt out must mail a «Request for Exclusion» postmarked by December 28, 2020 to the Ginkgold Settlement Administrator at P.O. Box 91231, Seattle, WA 98111. Request for Exclusion forms and more information about opting out can be obtained at www.GinkgoldSettlement.com.

Settlement Class Members who do not opt out may object to any part of the proposed settlement. To do so, you must file your objection with the Court and mail separate copies to Class Counsel and Defendants’ counsel by first-class mail, no later than December 28, 2020.  More information about how to file a valid objection can be obtained at www.GinkgoldSettlement.com.

The Court will hold a hearing on January 25, 2021, at 2:00 p.m., to consider whether to approve the proposed settlement, and Class Counsel’s application for an award of attorneys’ fees, expenses, and incentive award to the Class Plaintiff.  Settlement Class Members or their lawyers may ask to appear and speak at the hearing at their own expense, but do not have to.

For more information, visit  www.GinkgoldSettlement.com or www.bholaw.com, call 1-833-900-1646, or write to Ginkgold Settlement, c/o JND Legal Administration, PO Box 91231, Seattle, WA 98111.

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1800 Tequila Named Official Tequila Of The Los Angeles Rams

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — 1800 Tequila, the world’s most awarded tequila line, today announces 1800 Tequila is the Official Tequila of the Los Angeles Rams, marking the brand’s first professional football team partnership.

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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — 1800 Tequila, the world’s most awarded tequila line, today announces 1800 Tequila is the Official Tequila of the Los Angeles Rams, marking the brand’s first professional football team partnership.

As two heritage brands with award-winning credentials and historical roots in Mexico and Southern California respectively, 1800 Tequila and the Los Angeles Rams unite to bring the best taste in tequila to gamedays. As part of the partnership, 1800 Tequila will offer the 1800 LA Rita, a specialty cocktail that can be enjoyed at-home by purchasing a bottle of 1800 Silver and following a version of the recipe on 1800tequila.com. An additional integration includes blocks of LED lighting within the stadium during Rams home games, proudly promoting 1800 Tequila as an official partner.

«As 1800 Tequila’s first official football partnership, we raise a glass to the Los Angeles Rams and the opening of the new stadium,» says Mike Keyes, President & CEO of Proximo Spirits. «By becoming the Official Tequila of the team, we mark our long-term investment in the Southern California region, where we both share a passionate fanbase. We are looking forward to celebrating gameday and the Los Angeles Rams winning spirit by upgrading the at-home tailgate experience with 1800 Tequila and the 1800 LA Rita cocktail.»

1800 Tequila and the Los Angeles Rams are rolling out a playbook to help Rams fans celebrate gameday at home with programs including:

  • 1800 Play For Sweeps – A sweepstakes that challenges fans to showcase how they celebrate gameday on Instagram and Twitter, with the hashtag #1800PlayForSweeps. Prizes include $1,800 in merchandise credit to the official LA Rams Fan Shop (www.ramsfanshop.com) during the month of October. For more information on how to participate, please visit www.1800seasonopenersweeps.com
  • 1800 Taco Tailgate – For the ultimate at-home tailgate experience, 1800 Tequila is teaming up with LA-based creator and actor Travis ‘Taco’ Bennett and popular Mexican food truck Mariscos Jalisco to launch 1800 Taco Tailgate. The contest allows lucky Los Angeles residents to win a visit from the 1800 Taco Tailgate for a doorstep delivery of 1800 Tequila cocktails and Mariscos Jalisco tacos on gameday. Fans can enter ahead of the Rams Week Seven game when they host Chicago on October 26th by posting on Instagram and Twitter with the hashtag #1800TacoChallenge. For more information on how to participate, please visit: http://www.1800tacochallenge.com
  • 1800 LA Rita – Rams fans watching the game at home can create a version of the 1800 LA Rita, 1800 Tequila’s signature LA Rams cocktail, by ordering 1800 Silver on Saucey.com, ReserveBar.com or Drizly.com and combining 1800 Silver, lime juice, agave syrup and fresh squeezed orange juice in a shaker, and shaking and straining into a salted rocks glass garnished with a lime wedge (full recipe available on https://www.1800tequila.com/drinks/la-rita/

«We proudly welcome 1800 Tequila as the Official Tequila Partner of the Los Angeles Rams,» said Jason Griffiths, Rams VP of Partnership Sales. «Our team values the deep-rooted Mexican heritage and category leadership 1800 Tequila brings to the table and we are excited to welcome them to the Rams family. We look forward to working with 1800 Tequila to create memorable experiences for our fans, bringing the spirit of the game into their homes on gamedays and beyond.»

1800 Tequila is available at select retailers in Southern California and nationwide. For more information, please visit 1800tequila.com.

About 1800® Tequila
1800 Tequila, the world’s most awarded tequila and the #1 premium tequila brand in the U.S., is made with 100% blue Weber agave harvested at its peak in Tequila, Mexico.  Named after the year of origin, 1800 Tequila has never wavered from its original formula and distillation process.  Now, as the best taste in tequila, 1800 Tequila has reached category leadership through its liquid superiority, deep-rooted Mexican heritage and culture-driving collaborations with musicians and artists.  The iconic bottle is also recognized for its trapezoidal shape, reminiscent of the centuries-old Mayan stone pyramids found throughout Mexico.  Please visit 1800Tequila.com to learn more about the 1800 Tequila portfolio: Silver, Coconut, Reposado, Añejo, Milenio, Cristalino and Colección. Trademarks owned by Ex Hacienda Los Camichenes, S.A. de C.V.  ©2020 Proximo, Jersey City, NJ. Please drink responsibly.

About Los Angeles Rams
The Los Angeles Rams – Los Angeles’ original professional sports team – stand as one of the oldest franchises in the National Football League and since its founding in 1937, have garnered three World Championships and sent 30 of its members to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. As a professional sports team, the organization is committed to be a valuable civic partner and serving the greater Los Angeles area 365 days a year. The Rams play their home games at SoFi Stadium, which is located at Hollywood Park, a 298-acre sports and entertainment destination being developed by Los Angeles Rams Owner/Chairman E. Stanley Kroenke in Inglewood, CA. For more information visit www.therams.com and follow the Rams’ social media channels.

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EPM Announces the Addition of Industry Technologist, Suha Zehl

ATLANTA, Oct., 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Equity Prime Mortgage recently announced that industry influencer and leader, Suha Zehl has joined the EPM team as Chief Analytics Officer. Zehl will be using her vast technology and digital expertise to architect EPM’s business intelligence initiatives that will be a core pillar of EPM’s modern platform.

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ATLANTA, Oct., 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Equity Prime Mortgage recently announced that industry influencer and leader, Suha Zehl has joined the EPM team as Chief Analytics Officer. Zehl will be using her vast technology and digital expertise to architect EPM’s business intelligence initiatives that will be a core pillar of EPM’s modern platform.

«I couldn’t imagine a more exciting time to join the EPM team and lead the BI program to further the success and growth of the organization. EPM is a leader and innovator, providing mortgage brokers best-in-class tools while delighting its customers with the best customer experience,» said Zehl. «EPM is poised for even greater success. What I found most compelling about EPM and what attracted me to the organization is its culture, its undisputed leadership, and its vision to move our industry forward. The addition of the new role of Chief Analytics Officer clearly reinforces  the importance of data as a differentiator in EPM’s long term strategy and I am delighted to be leading this program.»

Suha Zehl, MBA, CPM as the Chief Analytics Officer at EPM brings more than eighteen years of experience in the mortgage and real estate industry, and over 34 years of global business and analytics experience. Suha thrives on leveraging innovation, new technologies, and business intelligence to drive digital transformation and create actionable insights to support the business vision and strategy. Her focus is on developing data strategies to make the dream of home ownership a reality for everyone. Suha is a respected speaker and contributor to numerous publications. She is the winner of several prestigious industry awards, including HousingWire’s Tech Trendsetter, Progress in Lending’s Most Powerful Women in FinTech, and Mortgage Women Magazine’s Women with Vision.

«Having an innovative leader, like Suha, join EPM speaks to the focus we have on building a modern platform. Suha is an award-winning business leader who will champion all of our digital growth and I couldn’t be more excited to welcome her to the growing EPM family», said Eddy Perez, President & CEO of EPM.

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Founded at the height of the mortgage crisis in 2008, EPM has grown to become one of the leading mortgage lenders in the U.S., operating 18 office locations across the nation. EPM’s new mission, which was launched in the beginning of 2020 states: «We are a resource, and voice, for financial empowerment.» With that said the vision of the organization is clear. EPM strives «to continue to offer top financial service, communication and assistance to the communities we serve.»

Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, EPM is licensed in 49 states and provides an array of lending resources such as Conventional, FHA, VA, 203K, Reverse and USDA loans, as well as a, trusted Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac & Ginnie Mae Seller/Servicer.

With a dedicated staff of highly experienced professionals, EPM provides exceptional pricing for thousands of clients annually, without compromising follow-through and customer service.

For more information about EPM visit us online at Equityprime.com or call us toll-free at (877) 255-3554.

Contact:
Equity Prime Mortgage – NMLS #21116
nmlsconsumeraccess.org
Eric Skates
contact@epm.net 
www.epm.net

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FIBA on FinCEN leaks: Banks say something, when they see something

MIAMI, Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — On September 20, 2020, a report by Buzzfeed News leaked confidential files from U.S. Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FINCEN) and revealed a list of banks that had informed suspicious activity to FinCEN through Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs). Because the regulatory reporting standards obligating banks to file SARs as well as the interplay between banks and law enforcement as a result of the filings…

MIAMI, Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — On September 20, 2020, a report by Buzzfeed News leaked confidential files from U.S. Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FINCEN) and revealed a list of banks that had informed suspicious activity to FinCEN through Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs). Because the regulatory reporting standards obligating banks to file SARs as well as the interplay between banks and law enforcement as a result of the filings is not widely understood and susceptible to misinterpretation, the Florida International Bankers Association (FIBA) believes it can well serve the South Florida and international banking communities by providing education on the SAR process.

FIBA– whose membership includes the largest financial institutions from the United States, Latin America, the Caribbean and Europe— brought together a taskforce to review the report and dispel its possible misinterpretation. FIBA strongly urges that by reporting «suspicious» activity as the law requires, banks are dutifully meeting, and at times exceeding, their legal requirements. In short, rather than an implied finding of criminality or unlawfulness, the bank’s obligations are that when they have any suspicion, they report it to the authorities for appropriate consideration.

Because of their understandably sensitive nature, SARs are confidential documents that should be protected as they pose a security threat to legal investigations, the safety of the bank personnel and can cause serious damage to persons named in the SAR who have not engaged in illegal activity.

David Schwartz, President and CEO of FIBA explains: «No bank would file a SAR if they knew it was going to be disclosed (to the public). It may well be treated (incorrectly, but nonetheless powerfully) as an accusation. And what’s worse, if a criminal or criminal organization obtained the name of the bank employee who filed the SAR, he or she could be subjected to harassment or physical harm,» Schwartz said.

Overall, banks, whether large, small, community banks, or local branches of international banks are involved in a comprehensive partnership and collaboration, with both regulation agencies and law enforcement through what is known as the Bank Secrecy Act.

The BSA requires financial institutions to keep records of cash purchases of negotiable instruments, file reports of cash transactions exceeding $10,000 (daily aggregate amount), and to report suspicious activity that might signify money laundering, tax evasion, or other illegal activities. BSA is a system developed by law enforcement and regulators who are charged with enforcement and only requires banks to report suspicious activity through SARs.

SARs are required to be filed with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) by financial institutions when they detect suspicious activities. SARs are unproven suspicions based on facts collected by BSA compliance investigators working for banks. SARs are not evidence of a crime but are meant to elicit further investigation by law enforcement, if warranted.

By law, banks are not required to suspend, limit, or prevent further activities with those customers they report (although many do on a facts and circumstances basis) , rather their regulatory role is to aid in detecting and notifying the proper authorities of their suspicions.

The success of the system is predicated on the confidentiality of the reports. In addition, banks do not have access to a complete record on customers, or SARs filed by other banks, and therefore are only aware of the activity within their own system.

«As non-government entities, banks help detect suspicious activity, but aren’t law enforcement or government officials to enforce or investigate these individuals,» said Daniel Gutierrez, Director for FIBA. «Each bank has their determination of risk, and many have implemented comprehensive systems to collect as much information and monitor accounts for money laundering, terrorist financing and fraud. Banks also have account closure and concerning activity committees where these matters are discussed at Management levels.»

All major financial institutions are regulated and must follow protocol and regulations that include actions such as developing risk-based anti-money laundering programs, establishing effective customer due diligence systems, file reports of cash transactions exceeding $10,000, run data against Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and other government lists and invest in the education and training of compliance personnel in specific AML certifications.

After a SAR is filed the financial institution has little to no feedback or information on what actions were taken. The Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network has to investigate all filed reports they receive and subsequently delegate to the relevant law enforcement authority for instance the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) or the local police department. Because of the secret nature of these reports there is no available information regarding the outcome of investigations that initiated from a bank issued SAR.

It is in all financial institutions’ best interest to cooperate and not endanger their organizations and/or themselves as there is growing enforcement of personal liability. Alcides Avila, founding partner of ARHMF and an attorney in its Corporate and Financial Services practice and member of the FIBA taskforce to analyze the FinCEN files leak explains: «This breach not only compromises the collaboration between law enforcement and financial institutions, it is illegal to disseminate this information. Also, the misreading of these technical documents might lead to slandering of innocent individuals and/or organizations that did nothing wrong.»

The Florida International Bankers Association, FIBA, endorses thousands of professionals a year throughout the world in certifications including Anti-Money Laundering Certified Associate (AMLCA), Certified Professional in Anti-Money Laundering (CPAML), AML Responsibilities for Managers, CEOs & Directors, Correspondent Banking AML and OFAC Sanctions among others.

To help combat money laundering, and other illicit activity, many banks have instituted internal policies that limit interactions with individuals or corporations who have more than a certain number of SARs on their records. However, it’s important to recognize that the role of financial institutions is to spot and report, much like the famous «if you see something, say something» in the travel industry.

Every year, more than 2 million SARs are filed with FinCEN by financial institutions and regulators and law enforcement do their part in the fight to bring those who are engaged in illicit activity to justice.

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Fintech Selected as Smart & Final’s Exclusive Solution for Beverage Alcohol Management

TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Financial Information Technologies, LLC («Fintech»), the leading business solutions provider for the beverage alcohol industry, today announced that Smart & Final, the smaller, faster grocery warehouse store for household and business customers, has selected…

TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Financial Information Technologies, LLC («Fintech»), the leading business solutions provider for the beverage alcohol industry, today announced that Smart & Final, the smaller, faster grocery warehouse store for household and business customers, has selected them as an exclusive provider of electronic alcohol invoice payments and advanced data reporting. This partnership provides Smart & Final with beverage alcohol management technology that enhances operations over the enterprise’s alcohol purchasing and data reconciliation procedures. Fintech’s industry-leading solution has been implemented in all of Smart & Final’s 256 grocery and foodservice stores in California, Arizona, and Nevada.

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«We are incredibly proud to have been chosen as a valued business partner of Smart & Final, and we look forward to delivering true strategic solutions that benefit not just their beverage alcohol category, but their business as a whole. Smart & Final joins our network of over 150,000 alcohol retailers nationwide, and we are honored to provide them with enhanced technology designed specifically to aid in their continued business development,» said Tad Phelps, CEO, Fintech. 

«Fintech’s intuitive technology will be beneficial in increasing visibility, improving our alcohol purchase data quality, and reducing time and potential errors,» said Bob Wagner, Director Non-Foods & Beverages, Smart & Final. «Fintech has made navigating distributor consolidation and regulatory compliance simple.»

The selection of Fintech comes from a desire to streamline and enhance manual operations for Smart & Final. Fintech’s dedicated payment solution and seamless invoice data integration into Smart & Final’s back-office system, SAP, presents the company with electronic payments and an end-to-end view of their alcoholic beverage purchasing and reconciliation process. The partnership with Fintech alleviates the challenges Smart & Final previously faced and provides a smart solution that will scale with the company as it continues to grow. 

About Fintech

Fintech is the leading business solutions provider for the beverage alcohol industry, empowering alcohol suppliers, distributors, and retailers with smart solutions that simplify beverage alcohol management. From product ordering and invoice payments, to sales strategy, business intelligence, and industry insights, Fintech continues to lead the development of technologies that increase margins and maximize operating efficiencies for anyone who sells alcohol. With decades of industry experience and unwavering dependability, Fintech automates over 625,000 business relationships nationwide. To learn more, visit www.fintech.com.

FINANCIAL-INFORMATION-TECHNOLOGIES, LLC. is the owner of the trademark FINTECH, the Stylized F Logo, and several other trademarks and service marks, many of which are registered at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. The underlying software behind the services offered by FINANCIAL-INFORMATION-TECHNOLOGIES, LLC and content of this website are ©2020 FINANCIAL-INFORMATION-TECHNOLOGIES, LLC. All rights reserved.

About Smart & Final

Smart & Final is the smaller, faster grocery warehouse store, headquartered near Los Angeles in Commerce, California. Smart & Final’s 256 store locations offer quality products in a variety of sizes, saving customers time and money without a membership fee. Its larger format stores, Smart & Final Extra!, combine the warehouse store with traditional grocery offerings like farm-fresh produce and natural and organic options, to provide a one-stop shop for all. In business since 1871, Smart & Final remains committed to giving back to its communities through employee volunteer opportunities and donations to local nonprofits.

Contact: Misha Hart, 800.572.0854 x 3827, mhart@fintech.com

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McDonald’s And J Balvin Drop Limited-Edition Merch Collection

CHICAGO, Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — After the J Balvin Meal hit restaurants across the country last week, the Golden Arches and the global ambassador of Reggaeton are continuing to elevate their collaboration by unveiling a new line of apparel and accessories. The exclusive collection fuses J Balvin’s favorite Colores with his love of McDonald’s food, including the Big Mac, World Famous Fries® and OREO® McFlurry that make up his signature…

CHICAGO, Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — After the J Balvin Meal hit restaurants across the country last week, the Golden Arches and the global ambassador of Reggaeton are continuing to elevate their collaboration by unveiling a new line of apparel and accessories. The exclusive collection fuses J Balvin’s favorite Colores with his love of McDonald’s food, including the Big Mac, World Famous Fries® and OREO® McFlurry that make up his signature order.

Fans can get their hands on the merch starting today on jbalvinmerch.com. The collection includes pieces ranging from a McFlurry bucket hat, to Big Mac slippers to a temporary tattoo showing off the receipt for the J Balvin Meal. Items are limited in quantity and will be available while supplies last.  

«It’s been incredible to see all the excitement from fans over the past week,» said J Balvin. «Not only did I want to bring my personality to the McDonald’s menu, I also wanted to share my energy and creativity in a way that elevates our partnership through an exclusive merch collection that we created with my team. Now people can collect a piece of this collaboration and have it forever … lego!»

For those craving more, the J Balvin Meal is still available to order in restaurants for carry-out, at the Drive Thru, via McDelivery or through the McDonald’s App. The meal includes a Big Mac sandwich, medium World Famous Fries®, and an OREO® McFlurry, and is available at participating restaurants until November 1. Customers who purchase the J Balvin Meal as an offer on the McDonald’s App will receive the McFlurry for free.

McDonald’s and J Balvin are giving fans even more surprises in the weeks to come, so stay tuned!

About McDonald’s USA
McDonald’s USA, LLC, serves a variety of menu options made with quality ingredients to nearly 25 million customers every day. Ninety-five percent of McDonald’s 14,000 U.S. restaurants are independently owned and operated by businessmen and women. For more information, visit www.mcdonalds.com, or follow us on Twitter @McDonalds and Facebook www.facebook.com/mcdonalds.

 

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Ozarka® Brand 100% Natural Spring Water Creates Drive-in Film Festival to Celebrate the Beauty of Texas

DALLAS, Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Ozarka® Brand 100% Natural Spring Water, a natural spring water brand from Texas, announces the first-ever Ozarka® Brand Drive-In Film…

DALLAS, Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Ozarka® Brand 100% Natural Spring Water, a natural spring water brand from Texas, announces the first-ever Ozarka® Brand Drive-In Film Festival, a unique experience celebrating the beauty of Texas and offering good old-fashioned fun for the community. 

Ozarka Brand Drive-in Film Festival

Along with Dallas Film, Ozarka® will host the festival including local high school student films and a feature film presentation. Events will take place on select Fridays and Saturdays in October and November in Dallas (10/23 & 10/24), Austin (11/6 & 11/7) and Houston (11/13 & 11/14).  During special «Frontline Friday» screenings happening ahead of the public Saturday events, Ozarka® will be honoring frontline and essential workers from all over Texas.

«At Ozarka, we value the spirit of community and are so happy to bring back the nostalgia of drive-in theaters where people can gather safely,» said EVP and Chief Marketing Officer Yumi Clevenger-Lee. «By showcasing famous Texas films in a fun community environment, we are excited for Texans to enjoy this long-standing pastime once again.»

To continue their efforts to support recycling in Texas, Ozarka® will donate $25,000 to Keep Texas Beautiful. Recycling not only helps to keep plastic out of landfills and waterways, but it also can help transform existing materials into something new—like an Ozarka® bottle.  In fact, Ozarka® recently announced that it will use recycled plastic across its still water portfolio, including a line of 100% recycled & recyclable bottles. It’s all part of the brand’s efforts to celebrate, and help protect, the beauty of Texas.  

Dallas Film, the event organizer, selected Texas students from their Mercury One High School Film Labs program to create short films that will premiere ahead of the feature film at each drive-in festival. These films will focus on the beauty of Texas as well as the importance of recycling in Texas.

«I am truly honored, blessed and thankful to have been chosen by Dallas Film to be a part of this special film project to showcase the rich beauty and culture of Texas,» said Meredith Smith, Dallas Film high school filmmaker. «I am grateful for the opportunity to make all Texans aware of the Ozarka® commitment to our great state.»

«Dallas Film’s goal is to educate, train and empower the next generation of digital storytellers while creating opportunities for employment and exhibition of their work,» said Johnathan Brownlee, CEO and President of Dallas Film and Executive Director of The Dallas International Film Festival. «The support of Ozarka® helps us achieve our core goals and together we are educating the community on the importance of recycling.»

In conjunction with Wakefield Research, Ozarka® conducted a survey of more than 1,000 Texans, asking them to choose the movies that best exemplify the true spirit of Texas. The top results which will be shown at the drive-ins are Friday Night Lights on Fridays and The Rookie on Saturdays.

Attendees will have a chance to receive a premium Ozarka® goodie bag when they bring 10 empty plastic bottles to recycle on-site. Each goodie bag will include sought after movie concessions like popcorn and candy from local Texas companies. Fans can attend the event for free on a first come, first park basis at the following locations:

Dallas
Frontline Friday– October 23rd
Movie Selection: Friday Night Lights (PG-13)

Public Event – Saturday, October 24th
Movie Selection: The Rookie (G)

  • Gates open at 6 p.m., presentation begins at 7:15 p.m.
  • Four Corners Brewery
  • 1311 S Ervay St, Dallas, TX 75215

Austin
Frontline Friday– November 6th
Movie Selection: Friday Night Lights (PG-13)

Public Event – Saturday, November 7th
Movie Selection: The Rookie (G)

  • Gates open at 6 p.m., presentation begins at 7 p.m.
  • Spiderwood Studios
  • 140 Utley Road, Elgin, TX 78621

Houston
Frontline Friday – November 13th
Movie Selection: Friday Night Lights (PG-13)

Public Event – Saturday, November 14th
Movie Selection: The Rookie (G)

  • Gates open at 6 p.m., presentation begins at 7 p.m.
  • DeLUXE Theatre
  • 3303 Lyons Ave, Houston, TX 77020

To learn more about the Ozarka® commitment to recycling in Texas as well as the drive-in film festival, please visit http://www.ozarkawater.com/journey-from-the-source 

To learn more about the Ozarka® Drive-in Film Festival, please visit http://www.ozarkawater.com/drive-in-film-festival 

About Nestlé Waters North America

Nestlé Waters North America offers an unrivaled portfolio of bottled water brands for healthy hydration, including Ozarka® Brand 100% Natural Spring Water, Deer Park® 100% Brand Natural Spring Water, Zephyrhills® Brand 100% Natural Spring Water, Nestlé® Pure Life®, Perrier®, S. Pellegrino® and Acqua Panna® Natural Spring Water. The company also owns and operates ReadyRefresh® by Nestlé®, a customizable water and beverage delivery service. Just Click and Quench®.

Based in Stamford, Connecticut with approximately 7,000 associates in the United States, we manage natural resources for long-term sustainability, and we conserve more than 18,000 acres of natural watershed area. We currently source water for our six regional spring water brands from 38 active springs throughout the United States. We are also committed to creating shared value and being a good neighbor in the more than 120 communities where we operate in the U.S. For more information, visit us at https://www.nestle-watersna.com/en and follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook: @NestleWatersNA.

About Dallas Film
Dallas Film (www.dallasfilm.org), established as Dallas Film Society in 2006, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that exists to celebrate the past, present and future of film in our community. The organization provides leadership in screen education and the recognition and celebration of excellence in the art of film, television, and digital media. Through a variety of screenings and festivals, and educational programs such as Veterans Institute for Film & Media (VIFM) and Mercury One High School Film Labs, Dallas Film raises awareness of the world’s most approachable and inclusive art form. For more information about Dallas Film and ongoing events, visit www.dallasfilm.org or call (214) 720-0555.

About Keep Texas Beautiful

Keep Texas Beautiful (KTB) is a non-profit organization dedicated to making Texas the best place to live, work, and play by deploying resources for community improvement projects, clean-ups, and youth engagement efforts across the state. Through our Keep Texas Recycling program, we provide assistance and education to support recycling in rural and underserved communities.

Everything we do is focused on mobilizing volunteers to take action by providing them with tools, resources, and training. Our fieldwork includes research on best practices for litter reduction along with the development of community programs to prevent the flow of litter to the Gulf.

Founded in 1967, Keep Texas Beautiful’s work is driven by its network of nearly 300 affiliate member communities, volunteers, and supporters that reach 17 million Texans annually. For more information and to find your closest affiliate, visit www.ktb.org. Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram.

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Santos Alvarez’s new book Revive Tu Tristeza en Alegría, a heartfelt narrative that contains perspectives that inspire joy and purpose amid sorrow in life

HOUSTON, Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book Revive Tu Tristeza en Alegría was created by Santos Alvarez. Santos is an author who came from El Salvador. She now resides in Houston, Texas. She has been a community activist since 1993 through the Voz y Esperanza del Salvador Foundation that she founded and presides until today.

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HOUSTON, Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book Revive Tu Tristeza en Alegría was created by Santos Alvarez. Santos is an author who came from El Salvador. She now resides in Houston, Texas. She has been a community activist since 1993 through the Voz y Esperanza del Salvador Foundation that she founded and presides until today.

Santos said this about her book: «Revive Tu Tristeza en Alegría is to love yourself as sweet and salty. Both are enjoyed in life with those around us and those we have, taking care of the most beautiful things in life—humility, respect, and love for one himself—as did others.»

Published by Page Publishing, Santos Alvarez’s new book Revive Tu Tristeza en Alegría will evoke within the readers a sense of gratitude and passion to live life to the fullest in genuine grace, faith, and joy despite the heartbreaking circumstances one may find in life.

Consumers who wish to have their spirits uplifted with resounding wisdom on life’s beauty and quaintness amid pain and heartache can purchase Revive Tu Tristeza en Alegría in any bookstore or online at Apple iTunes, Amazon.com, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries, you can contact Page Publishing, through the following number: 866-315-2708.

About Page Publishing:
Page Publishing is a traditional full-service publishing house that handles all of the intricacies involved in publishing its authors’ books, including distribution in the world’s largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing knows that authors need to be free to create, not bogged down with complicated business issues like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and the like. Its roster of authors can leave behind these tedious, complex, and time-consuming issues and focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at www.pagepublishing.com.

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Fabrizzio Martínez’s new book Fabrilosofía: Definir es limitar, a compelling tome of evoking poems on nature and human emotions and insights

NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book Fabrilosofía: Definir es limitar was created by Fabrizzio Martínez. Fabrizzio is a seventeen-year-old author of Honduran origin with a great interest in philosophy, poetry, and science. His desire is to fulfill his dream of becoming an astronomer.

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NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book Fabrilosofía: Definir es limitar was created by Fabrizzio Martínez. Fabrizzio is a seventeen-year-old author of Honduran origin with a great interest in philosophy, poetry, and science. His desire is to fulfill his dream of becoming an astronomer.

Fabrizzio said this about his book: «Fabrilosofía: Definir es limitar—a book that brings a set of feelings expressed toward nature and man. With his philosophy based on reflection and contemplation, everything embodied in ink is ineffable and goes to introspection. Filled with pure feeling, you can see the things you feel, and the things you see are felt.»

Published by Page Publishing, Fabrizzio Martínez’s new book Fabrilosofía: Definir es limitar will engulf the readers with wisdom and an overwhelming appreciation for life’s quaintness as they partake in each poem that exudes with grace and countenance.

Consumers who wish to be filled with awe and reflect on humanity and life’s magnificence can purchase Fabrilosofía: Definir es limitar in any bookstore or online at Apple iTunes, Amazon.com, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries, you can contact Page Publishing, through the following number: 866-315-2708.

About Page Publishing:
Page Publishing is a traditional full-service publishing house that handles all of the intricacies involved in publishing its authors’ books, including distribution in the world’s largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing knows that authors need to be free to create, not bogged down with complicated business issues like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and the like. Its roster of authors can leave behind these tedious, complex, and time-consuming issues and focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at www.pagepublishing.com.

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Solis Health Plans Launches Digital Agent Appointment Scheduler

MIAMI, Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Choosing the best Solis Health Plans Medicare Advantage plan is now possible by booking an appointment online, thanks to Solis’ new «Book an Agent Appointment» platform. This online booking option makes connecting with a Solis Medicare Advantage plan agent simple and easy.

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MIAMI, Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Choosing the best Solis Health Plans Medicare Advantage plan is now possible by booking an appointment online, thanks to Solis’ new «Book an Agent Appointment» platform. This online booking option makes connecting with a Solis Medicare Advantage plan agent simple and easy.

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The Book an Agent Appointment platform provides a straightforward way to begin the enrollment process. To schedule an appointment, interested enrollees may visit the website and select Enroll Now under the Our Plans menu, or visit the direct link at https://solishealthplans.com/enrollment/book-agent-appointment. Appointments can be conducted in Spanish, English, or Creole with an option to choose one’s preferred available agent.

Solis will also be launching a self-enrollment portal, coming soon. The portal will allow users to sign up for a Solis Medicare Advantage Plan in a matter of minutes.

«We want to ensure our members – both existing and new – are able to easily select a plan that best serves their health care needs,» said Solis CEO Daniel Hernandez. «It is important that Florida seniors know what options are available to them. We continue to be fully available for phone and in-person enrollment; however, we know there are those who prefer to book their appointment online. We are pleased to be able to accommodate that need for the upcoming 2021 open enrollment period.»

Registration for a Solis Medicare Advantage plan begins today, October 15, 2020.

About Solis Health Plans
Solis Health Plans is a community-focused Florida Medicare Advantage health plan that delivers outstanding member experience and exceptional service to its members, providers, and brokers and offers competitive plans with expanded benefits in multiple counties. The company is locally based and self-identifies as the Un-Corporate Plan: personal as opposed to bureaucratic, innovative instead of risk-averse, and accountable rather than ambiguous. Solis Health Plans is committed to exceeding expectations and to being the plan of choice for the communities served, with the goal of achieving better healthcare outcomes.

For more information on Solis Health Plans, please visit www.solishealthplans.com.

Solis Health Plans is an HMO with a Medicare contract and a contract with the Florida Medicaid Program for dually-eligible beneficiaries. Enrollment in Solis Health Plans depends on contract renewal.

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