Sen. Lee, Conservative Grassroots Groups Support First Step Act
WASHINGTON – Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) will hold a press conference Thursday with grass root conservative groups to support the passage of The First Step Act. The press conference will highlight the revised First Step Act and the positive impact it will have on our families and communities.
The First Step Act is co-sponsored by 34 senators and is endorsed by a number of law enforcement groups and reform advocates, listed here. Revised bill text can be found here, and a summary of the revised bill can be found here.
WHO:
*Mike Lee, Senator from Utah
*Ken Cuccinelli, Former Virginia Attorney General
*Brett Tolman, Former United States Attorney for the District of Utah
*Adam Brandon, FreedomWorks
Ken Blackwell, Former Ohio Secretary of State
*Brent Bozell, Media Research Center
*Doug Deason, Deason Foundation
*Tim Phillips, American for Prosperity
Craig DeRoche, Prison Fellowship
Brent Gardner, Americans for Prosperity
*Mark Holden, Freedom Partners
Harry Jackson, Hope Christian Church
*Bernard Kerik, Former the New York City Police Commissioner
Joe Luppino-Esposito, Due Process Institute
*John Malcolm, Heritage Foundation
*Ralph Reed, Faith and Freedom Coalition
Dr. Kevin Roberts, Texas Public Policy Foundation
*David Safavian, American Conservative Union Foundation
*Paula White, White House Evangelical Advisory Board
Bob Woodson, Woodson Center
Dr. Derek Cohen, Right on Crime
*these participants will address the press for 1 minute
WHAT:
Press conference highlighting support for the revised First Step Act
WHERE:
Senate Visitor’s Center
Room 202
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After the holidays comes the inevitable resolution to eat healthier. An according to health experts, a great place to start is by adding walnuts to the diet. Noted nutritionist Dr. Ear Mindell says studies show walnuts can possibly cut the risk of type 2 diabetes by half (especially for women), can help control blood pressure and are great for the gut, with prebiotic properties. Even more, as few as 12 walnuts a day can improve the gut microbiome to reduce inflammation and improve digestion.
About Dr. Earl L. Mindell
Earl L. Mindell, R.Ph., M.H., Ph.D., (www.primaverawalnuts.com) is an internationally recognized expert on nutrition, vitamins, minerals, amino acids and herbal remedies. He is often called the “Father of Nutritional Revolution.” Dr. Mindell is the author of 63 health-oriented books, including the all-time international best-selling nutritional book. The New Vitamin Bible, which has sold over 11 million copies. His latest book is “Healing with Hemp CBD Oil.” He is currently an Associate Professor at Chapman University, School of Pharmacy. Dr. Mindell has appeared on the Oprah Winfrey Show, Live with Regis and Kathie Lee, Good Morning America, CNN, and the David Letterman Show.
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Amer Sports Selects Utah for Future Expansion
SALT LAKE CITY (Dec. 13, 2018)—The Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) today announced Amer Sports Winter & Outdoor Company will expand its operations in Utah, planning to add up to 155 jobs, $6.5 million in new state revenue, and up to $32 million in capital investment over the next 10 years.
“Amer Sports Winter & Outdoor’s presence and corporate culture elevates both Northern Utah and the state’s outdoor industry,” said Val Hale, executive director of GOED. “Working with the Utah Office of Outdoor Recreation, led by Tom Adams, we are grateful that Amer Sports Winter & Outdoor, a company that houses well-known brands such as Salomon, Atomic, Arc’teryx, Mavic, Suunto, Armada and Peak Performance, has chosen to expand its U.S.A. Winter & Outdoor headquarters here in the state.”
Amer Sports, the parent company of Amer Sports Winter & Outdoor, is a sporting goods company with internationally recognized brands including Wilson and Precor, in addition to the Winter and Outdoor brands. The company’s technically advanced sports equipment, footwear, and apparel improve performance and increase the enjoyment of sports and outdoor activities.
“We have built a partnership with the city of Ogden, Weber County and the State of Utah and are excited to announce the expansion of our operations,” said Bill Kirchner vice president & general manager of Amer Sports Americas.
“Our brands play an integral role in the outdoor and winter sports community by inspiring consumers to live active and healthy lifestyles. We value the unique opportunity Utah provides us to engage with skiers, snowboarders, runners, bikers and hikers and are proud to call Utah our home”
“Ogden has been fortunate to have Amer Sports Winter & Outdoor in our community since 2007,” said Mike Caldwell, mayor of Ogden City. “The city’s unparalleled access and strategic location to outdoor recreation is an undisclosed advantage to this internationally known company. We are fortunate that Amer Sports Winter & Outdoor is a great community partner, and we look forward to strengthening our relationship.”
Amer Sports Winter & Outdoor plans to create up to 155 jobs over the next 10 years. The total wages in aggregate are required to exceed 110 percent of the average county wage. Projected new state wages over the life of the agreement may be up to $43,576,270, which includes wages, salaries, bonuses and other taxable compensation. Projected new state tax revenues, as a result of corporate, payroll and sales taxes are estimated to be $6,570,270 over 10 years.
“Amer Sports Winter & Outdoor and Utah go way back—the company helped establish the outdoor industry here in the state and solidified our brand as a destination for outdoor enthusiasts,” said Theresa Foxley, president and CEO of the Economic Development Corporation of Utah. “We’re grateful for its continued, expanding presence.”
Amer Sports Winter & Outdoor may earn up to 20 percent of the new state taxes they will pay over the 10-year life of the agreement in the form of a post-performance Economic Development Tax Increment Finance (EDTIF) tax credit rebate. As part of the contract with Amer Sports Winter & Outdoor, the GOED Board of Directors has approved a post-performance tax credit rebate not to exceed $1,314,054. In addition to the EDTIF post-performance tax credit the company was also approved for an Industrial Assistance Fund post-performance grant of up to $300,000 for the retention of current employees, not to exceed $2,000 per employee. Each year that Amer Sports Winter & Outdoor meets the criteria in its contract with the state, it will earn a portion of the total tax credit rebate.
Amer Sports Winter & Outdoor is expanding its headquarters in Ogden and will build a new distribution center within the State of Utah, at an undetermined location that will be announced at a future date.
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About the Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED)
Under the direction of Gov. Gary R. Herbert, the Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) provides resources and support for business creation, growth and recruitment, and drives increased tourism and film production in Utah. Utilizing state resources and private sector contracts, GOED administers programs in economic areas that demonstrate the highest potential for development. Learn more at business.utah.gov or by calling (801) 538-8680.
About Amer Sports
Amer Sports, the parent company of Amer Sports Winter & Outdoor, is a sporting goods company with internationally recognized brands including Salomon, Arc’teryx, Peak Performance, Atomic, Mavic, Suunto, Wilson and Precor. The company’s technically advanced sports equipment, footwear, and apparel improve performance and increase the enjoyment of sports and outdoor activities. The Group’s business is balanced by its broad portfolio of sports and products and a presence in all major markets.
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MWA LAUNCHES ISAAC MIZRAHI LINE OF TECHNOLOGY PRODUCTS AT CES 2019
Debuts Isaac Mizrahi Spring ‘19 Line, Including Colorful Fabric & Retro Speakers,
Bluetooth Headphones with Gold Accents, iPhone Cases, iPhone & iPad Stands,
& Lightning Cables in Spring Colors & Prints
Press Release: http://www.thomas-pr.com/mwa/mwamizrahirelease.html
NY, NY, Dec 13, 2018 – MiWorld Accessories (MWA), a leader in designer electronics, with brands including Cylo, Isaac Mizrahi, Bebe, Sugartone, Coby, and Kensie, announced today that they will launch the Isaac Mizrahi fashion line of technology products, debuting the Spring ‘19 line at CES 2019, MWA Booth #17540 – Central Hall, LVCC.
Isaac Mizrahi Spring ’19 Line of Electronics Include:
MEET MWA AT CES BOOTH #17540, CENTRAL HALL, LVCC
CONTACT FOR PRESS MEETINGS:
Karen Thomas, Thomas PR email: kthomas@thomaspr.com
MWA is redefining the way products are designed and manufactured, staying on top of fashion and trends that translate to unique innovations. Their team of designers and engineers is continually improving product design that utilizes advancements in the market and pushes the boundaries of everyday design.
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5 Signs A Restricted Airway May Be Affecting Your Child's Health
For most people, breathing is automatic – the air goes in, the air goes out, and we don’t even think about it. But for those who have airway problems, it is never that simple – especially for children.
“Children who suffer from air-passage problems never get enough oxygen to the brain, which causes them to never get enough sleep,” says Dr. Stuart Frost, an orthodontist and author of The Artist Orthodontist: Creating An Artistic Smile is More Than Just Straightening Teeth (www.drstuartfrost.com). “They typically do poorly in school and seem inattentive and lethargic.”
Sleep apnea occurs when the airway becomes blocked during sleep, causing a pause in breathing. Those pauses in breathing, known as apneic events, often lead to a diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea, Dr. Frost says.
He says signs a child may be impacted by airway blockage include:
Snoring. Snoring is caused by the vibrations of excess tissue blocking the airway. When children snore, orthodontists look for a blockage of their airway, from the tip of the nose down to the throat.
Mouth breathing. When there is no room for the tongue to reach the roof of the mouth (the palate), it can rest in the back of the throat and block the airway. Also, when a child’s tonsils and adenoids are enlarged, they can reduce the size of the airway at the back of the throat. “Either situation can make it too hard for children to get enough air when breathing through their nose,” Dr. Frost says, “causing them to open their mouth and jut their lower jaw forward during sleep.”
Clenching or grinding teeth. “If children who are 7 or 8 have baby teeth that are worn from grinding, we know it’s because they’re not getting enough air,” Dr. Frost says. During sleep – and sometimes even when they are awake – their lower jaw is constantly repositioning either side to side or forward to back to open their airway so they can breathe, he says. An expander appliance can widen the nasal passages to help the child take in more air when breathing through the nose.
Diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD). Some children who have been diagnosed as ADD may actually just have breathing problems during sleep Dr. Frost says. “ If a child is continually not getting enough oxygen during sleep, the brain will eventually kick in a hyper-alert state to stay alive,” he says. “A child whose brain is hyper-alert tends to bounce off the walls.”
Bedwetting: A brain that is starving for oxygen can’t wake a child when the urge to go to the bathroom strikes during sleep. The child will sleep right through any warning sign the brain sends.
Depending on what’s found during an examination, the solutions for a restricted airway could include braces with an expander appliance, along with surgical removal of adenoids or tonsils.
“When sleep apnea is not addressed in childhood, over time it can lead to health issues in adulthood,” Dr. Frost says. “By taking care of it when the person is younger, it can save years of restless nights and half-awake days.”
About Dr. Stuart Frost
Dr. Stuart Frost, author of The Artist Orthodontist: Creating An Artistic Smile is More Than Just Straightening Teeth (www.drstuartfrost.com), is an orthodontist and sought-after speaker who has given seminars, lectures, and speeches throughout the world to dentists and the general public on groundbreaking dentistry. He graduated from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry and has continued his education at the University of Rochester, where he accomplished a one-year fellowship in Temporomandibular Joint Disorder and a two-year certificate in orthodontics.
