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With the U.S. Open Cup final coming up at the end of August and the U.S. Women’s National Team having won the World Cup this year, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2019's Best Cities for Soccer Fans as well as accompanying videos.

To find the best places for loving on the world’s favorite sport, WalletHub compared nearly 300 U.S. cities with at least one college or professional soccer team across five divisions comprising 52 key metrics. The data set ranges from minimum season-ticket price for a game to stadium accessibility to number of championship wins.
 

Top Cities for Soccer Fans

1

Los Angeles, CA

 

11

Chicago, IL

2

Orlando, FL

 

12

Cincinnati, OH

3

Salt Lake City, UT

 

13

Dallas, TX

4

Portland, OR

 

14

Boston, MA

5

Seattle, WA

 

15

Columbus, OH

6

Atlanta, GA

 

16

Houston, TX

7

Kansas City, MO

 

17

Denver, CO

8

New York, NY

 

18

New Brunswick, NJ

9

Washington, DC

 

19

San Jose, CA

10

Cary, NC

 

20

Minneapolis, MN

Best vs. Worst

  • For MLS, Atlanta United FC’s performance level, 52.94 percent, is 2.2 times better than the San Jose Earthquakes’ 24.51 percent.
     
  • For NWSL, North Carolina Courage’s performance level, 60.83 percent, is 2.3 times better than the Sky Blue FC’s 26.94 percent.
     
  • For USL, Louisville City FC’s performance level, 56.27 percent, is 2.7 times better than Atlanta United 2’s 20.59 percent.
     
  • Orlando, Florida, has the lowest minimum season-ticket price for an MLS game, $149, which is 3.6 times less expensive than in Atlanta, the city with the highest at $540.
     
  • Salt Lake City has the lowest minimum season-ticket price for an NWSL game, $120, which is 2.1 times less expensive than in Washington, the city with the highest at $250.
     
  • Los Angeles has the lowest minimum season-ticket price for a USL game, $85, which is four times less expensive than in Irvine, California, the city with the highest at $340. 

For the full reports and to see where your city ranks, please visit:
https://wallethub.com/edu/best-worst-cities-for-soccer-fans/14207/

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Aug. 14, 2019         

 

Bark at the Moon fundraiser for homeless pets

Humane Society of Utah community event for dog owners Sept. 7 at The Gateway 

 

The second annual Bark at the Moon fundraiser for the Humane Society of Utah (Utah Humane) will be held Saturday, Sept. 7 from 5–10 p.m. at The Gateway located at  400 W 100 S in Salt Lake City, Utah. This colorful evening event will raise funds to support the lifesaving programs and services offered at Utah Humane for homeless pets. The fundraiser is presented by Wasatch Front Subaru Retailers, Yesco, The Gateway, and KSTU Fox 13. Utah Humane is a local, private nonprofit animal welfare organization that does not receive any state or federal funding, and is not a branch of any national organization.

 

“This is a fun community event to raise money for our homeless pets,” said Kaya Nielsen, Utah Humane event manager. “We’re grateful to the participating local businesses and groups for their support that allows us to bring people and pets together for a good cause.”

 

The fundraising event will feature food trucks, craft brewers, live music, a dog zone, and vendor booths. Participating rescue groups will also bring pets that are available for adoption. 

 

“I’m thrilled to have the Humane Society bring their annual fundraising event downtown to The Gateway this year,” said Jacklyn Briggs, marketing director for The Gateway. “Not only is it an incredible cause but it's a fun event that animal lovers can enjoy here at our pet-friendly center.“

 

At 8 p.m., pets and people can participate in a glow-in-the-dark group stroll around The Gateway.

 

Ticket prices begin at $25 for one person and dog and include admission to the festival and dog zones, event shirt, food truck ticket, and swag bag. Upgrade tickets with additional drink and food vouchers, and VIP access are available. All proceeds benefit Utah Humane directly.

 

Registrants must be 18 years of age or older or be accompanied by an adult. Dogs must be 6 months of age or older and socialized with other dogs and people.

 

Food from Falafel Tree, Garden O’Veaten, and Monsieur Crepes will be available along with craft brews from Roha Brewing Project, Uintah Brewing, and Kiitos Brewing.

 

Utah Humane training and behavior staff will oversee water activities for pet owners and their dogs in the dog zone sponsored by All Hours Plumbing, Heating and Air.

 

For additional details and to purchase tickets, visit UtahHumane.org/bark2019.

 

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About Utah Humane

The Humane Society of Utah (Utah Humane) is dedicated to the elimination of pain, fear and suffering in all animals. Since 1960, Utah Humane has been sheltering homeless animals, fighting cruelty and neglect, and creating an atmosphere of respect, responsibility, and compassion for all animals. As the largest open-admission private animal shelter in the state, Utah Humane welcomes any companion animal that can legally be admitted. We work hard to ensure that every healthy and treatable pet that enters the facility will be placed into a loving home. The Humane Society of Utah is a local, independent 501(c)(3) private nonprofit organization that does not receive any state or government funding and is not a branch of any national organization. Utah Humane is funded by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, and foundations. Read more about Utah Humane online at www.utahhumane.org.

 

About The Gateway

The Gateway is a 1.4 million square foot lifestyle destination in the heart of Downtown Salt Lake City. Owned and managed by Vestar, the property is in the midst of a $100 million redevelopment—infusing retail and dining, entertainment, modern office space, arts and culture, a boutique hotel, and a full calendar of community-driven events.

 

About Vestar

As one of the leading privately held real estate companies in the United States, Vestar acquires, develops and manages shopping and entertainment destinations that serve as community focal points. Since its inception in 1989, Vestar has earned a reputation for integrity and responsibility in the fields of retail property development, operations, leasing and marketing. Vestar's current portfolio of retail properties totals 30 million square feet throughout the western states. For more information, please visit vestar.com.

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SHARE NEW SINGLE "HAND GRENADE"

 

NEW ALBUM SMILE WIDE

OUT SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

PRE-ORDERS AVAILABLE NOW

 

AUGUST 14 - Today, ROAM has shared "Hand Grenade", the third single off their upcoming album Smile Wide, out September 6, 2019 via Hopeless Records. Fans can watch the visual here: smarturl.it/SmileWide

 

The band announced the forthcoming album last month, and has shared two singles: "I Don't Think I Live There Anymore", and "Piranha". 

 

Smile Wide was recorded and mixed by Machine (As It Is, Every Time I Die, Armor For Sleep) and is about feeling overlooked and out of control - it's about feeling like a puppet in someone else's game and taking that control back for good. Inspiring and culturally-relevant, the album explores the rock bottom of feeling disheartened, stuck, and unsure of how to break free, and the journey toward gaining the confidence to stand up and not let people walk all over you anymore.

 

Smile Wide is the follow up to 2017's Great Heights & Nosedives. Since forming in 2012,ROAM has extensively toured the US and UK, including a supporting run on New Found Glory's "20 Years of Pop Punk" tour,  as well as sets at festivals including Reading & Leeds, 2000 Trees and Slam Dunk. Later this year, they will embark on a co-headlining tour in Europe with With Confidence. 

 

ROAM is Alex Costello (lead vocals), Alex Adam (vocals/guitar), Sam Veness (guitar), Matt Roskilly (bass), and Miles Gill (drums). 

 

Smile Wide track listing:

1. Better In Than Out

2. I Don't think I Like There Anymore

3. LOUD

4. Play Dumb

5. The Fire On The Ceiling

6. Piranha

7. Red & Blue

8. Hand Grenade

9. Toy Box

10. Turn

 

Follow ROAM: 

https://www.roam.uk.com/

https://www.instagram.com/roamuk/

https://www.facebook.com/roamuk/

https://twitter.com/ROAMse

 

Follow Hopeless Records:

https://www.hopelessrecords.com/

https://www.facebook.com/hopelessrecords/

 

https://twitter.com/hopelessrecords

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WEEK 2: BUILD EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONS

Your Child's 7 Executive Functions
One hallmark of ADHD is executive dysfunction — problems planning, organizing, or self-regulating. Follow these 10 tips to boost all 7 EFs — and help your child gain independence.

Routines & Systems are Magic
As early as second grade, students are expected to hand in homework without reminders and to keep track of their belongings. Make planning and organization easier for your child with ADHD by building systems and routines.

 

9 Super Effective School Planner Secrets
Students who use school planners are more organized and earn higher grades. But only if they use them correctly »

Above All, Be Consistent
Creating a daily routine (and sticking to it!) provides external structure and gives your child with ADHD the chance to focus on one task at a time — and succeed!

Calendars, Clocks — and Confidence
Executive dysfunction often plagues students with ADHD, who struggle with organization, prioritization, and time management. 9 ways to build durable EF skills »

 

Sixth Grade: A Testing Ground for Executive Functions
The transition to middle school brings many challenges for students with ADHD. In addition to the social struggles, many begin to miss deadlines and lose assignments as executive function deficits come to light.

 

Previous installments of ADDitude's 2019 Success at School series:
> What to Do Before the New Year Starts
> Week 1: Set Up Smart Accommodations

 

Success@School Q&A

Our Morning Routine Is Broken
Q: Our mornings run very slowly, and involve a lot of stress and nagging. Is there a better way? See the answer >

Middle School = More Opportunities to Forget
Q: Now that my son has to change classes at school, he frequently forgets to turn in work. See the answer >

A Plan for Managing Homework
Q: My son struggles with nearly every aspect of homework — completing it, turning it in, staying organized. See the answer >

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