InHealth MD Alliance Unveils Patient-Centered Advertising Campaign

October 27, 2020

ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — InHealth MD Alliance (IMA), a leading independent provider of high-quality primary care physician services in Central Florida, debuts their first-ever patient-centered stories advertising campaign set to run through December in the Orlando and Tampa metro areas during active enrollment. The campaign titled “In Their Own Words” features real patients who share their personal experiences on what makes IMA special to them.

“Now more than ever, people want to connect with other people they can relate to, which is why we created this campaign with our patients in mind,” said Alex Cornelio, IMA’s Chief Growth Officer. “We want to convey to the communities we serve that they are in good hands at IMA and that we genuinely care about their health and well-being. Who better to communicate this than our patients?”

“In Their Own Words” was primarily built around several pillars, including Wellness, Trust, Familiarity, Protection, and Closeness. The campaign includes TV, digital, social, radio, and print ads. The TV spots and creative are based on the patient’s point of view. The creative campaign features a total of six Spanish and English-speaking patients sharing their experiences at IMA.

“These unscripted mini-stories come at a time where authenticity is paramount,” said Jose Zodda, Director of Advertising. “People, in general, expect healthcare companies to play a meaningful role in their daily lives. Our very own patients were passionate enough to share their own unique experiences helping us derive meaningful content and making our centers more relatable.”

Preview our English and Spanish videos and get a glimpse at what makes IMA Medical Group so special to our patients.

About InHealth MD Alliance

InHealth MD Alliance (IMA) provides high quality primary medical and wellness services with focusing on improving patient care, reducing costs, and offering convenient services for patients, their families, and caregivers. Headquartered in Orlando, IMA serves patients in 19 medical centers across Central Florida including Lakeland, Davenport, Winter Haven, Lake Wales, Clermont, Oviedo, Kissimmee, St. Cloud, and Tampa, where more than 60 physicians serve over 20,000 members under fully capitated risk-based contracts with leading national managed care organizations. IMA Medical Group is also nationally recognized by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) as a Patient-Centered Medical Home. For more information, please visit www.imamedicalgroup.com.

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Brickell Gets Ready To Welcome New Food Hall Concept, Okeydokey

October 27, 2020

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MIAMI, Oct. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Okeydokey, a new innovative food hall concept, is slated to open in Brickell in the first quarter of 2021. Encompassing three floors and a sprawling outdoor patio, the highly anticipated concept is poised to become one of the hottest destinations for food, cocktails, and entertainment. Each of the food hall’s three levels features a unique atmosphere and offerings, with one floor dedicated solely to entertainment so guests can enjoy a truly multi-faceted experience — from dinner and drinks to live music and dancing — in one destination.

Programming will vary daily, ensuring that every visit is unique. During the day, visitors can join yoga sessions or catch seminars by trending influencers, entrepreneurs and more. When the sun goes down, Okeydokey will light up as the entertainment level becomes a stage for visiting DJs, jazz ensembles, Latin bands, and other performers. Impromptu attractions, like pop-up ice cream stands and unexpected takeaway treats, will further enhance the Okeydokey experience, infusing every visit with a sense of surprise and delight. And on Sundays, guests can enjoy brunch at the food hall.

Foodies will get to treat their tastebuds to culinary offerings from five crave-worthy restaurants:

Tanuki — with locations in Moscow and South Beach, this Asian-inspired favorite brings its famous dim sum, sushi, and sashimi to Brickell at Okeydokey.
Dal Plin — an outpost of the beloved Design District eatery will serve homemade pasta and fresh regional Italian cuisine.
Yoso Ramen — fans of Yoso Sushi’s food truck in the Design District can look forward to piping hot bowls of ramen and cool, refreshing poke by this cult-favorite brand.
Little Bird by Doce Provisions — the Little Havana staple will offer Latin-fusion dishes with a focus on rotisserie offerings in this one-of-a-kind pop-up.
Jaffa — guests can savor spiced Mediterranean cuisine by acclaimed chef, Yaniv Cohen.

Spontaneity and innovation make up the spirit of Okeydokey — which is why guests can look forward to an ever-changing experience that satisfies all the senses. The layout of the food hall will allow visitors to watch as chefs work their magic in the kitchen, turning the culinary experience into a visual feast.

Guest safety will also take priority at Okeydokey. The hall features ample space and seating both indoors and outdoors, making it easy for guests to social distance. Stringent cleaning protocols will be practiced as well.

Okeydokey is slated to open in early 2021 at 268 SW 8^th street, Miami, FL33130.

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We’re Falling for Food Safety: Tips From FDA

October 27, 2020

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SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Oct. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — As the weather gets cooler, you may find yourself wanting to spend more time baking or cooking in your kitchen or sipping a cup of cider. What better way to get cozy this fall than with a warm treat? To help you safely bake, cook, and enjoy your cider this season, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) offers food safety tips that can help you avoid foodborne illness (also known as food poisoning). These tips can help you stay safe in and out of the kitchen, regardless of the season.

When Baking
If you’re baking apple pies, pumpkin bread, or anything in between, you’re likely using flour—and it’s important to remember that flour is a raw food. Many foods made with flour also contain raw eggs. Because these ingredients are raw, they may contain harmful bacteria. Here are a few ways to protect yourself and your family while baking with flour and eggs:

Never eat or taste raw flour, dough, or batter.
Follow recipe and package directions on baking mixes and other flour- or egg-containing products for correct cooking temperatures and specified times.
Keep all raw foods, like flour and eggs, separate from ready-to-eat foods.

Learn more about raw flour and eggs and how to handle these ingredients safely.

When Cooking
Whether you’re experimenting with a new recipe or preparing a meal for family, following these four simple steps can help you keep harmful bacteria from making you and your family sick:

Clean hands and surfaces often.
Separate raw meat, poultry, seafood, and eggs from other foods in your grocery shopping cart, grocery bags, and refrigerator.
Cook food to the right temperature.
Chill food promptly by refrigerating or freezing meat, poultry, eggs, seafood, and other perishables within 2 hours of cooking or purchasing (or within 1 hour if the temperature outside is above 90° F).

Get more safe food handling tips.

When Drinking Juice or Cider
If you’re planning on enjoying hot apple cider or refreshing fresh-squeezed juice, remember that when fruits and vegetables are fresh-squeezed or used raw, bacteria from the produce can end up in your juice or cider. Here’s what you need to know and do to drink juice and cider safely:

Unless the produce or the juice have been pasteurized or otherwise treated to destroy harmful bacteria, the juice could be contaminated.
Look for the warning label stating that the product has not been pasteurized to avoid the purchase of untreated juices. Untreated juice is most likely to be sold in the refrigerated section of a grocery store.
When preparing juice or cider at home, thoroughly wash your hands and all produce and cut away any damaged or bruised areas on fruits and vegetables. Store the juice and cider in the refrigerator.

Find more tips for preventing illness when purchasing or drinking juice or cider.

Learn more about practicing food safety at home:

Contact: Media: 1-301-796-4540 Consumers: 1-888-SAFEFOOD (toll-free)

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We’re Falling for Food Safety: Tips From FDA

October 27, 2020

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SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Oct. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — As the weather gets cooler, you may find yourself wanting to spend more time baking or cooking in your kitchen or sipping a cup of cider. What better way to get cozy this fall than with a warm treat? To help you safely bake, cook, and enjoy your cider this season, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) offers food safety tips that can help you avoid foodborne illness (also known as food poisoning). These tips can help you stay safe in and out of the kitchen, regardless of the season.

When Baking
If you’re baking apple pies, pumpkin bread, or anything in between, you’re likely using flour—and it’s important to remember that flour is a raw food. Many foods made with flour also contain raw eggs. Because these ingredients are raw, they may contain harmful bacteria. Here are a few ways to protect yourself and your family while baking with flour and eggs:

Never eat or taste raw flour, dough, or batter.
Follow recipe and package directions on baking mixes and other flour- or egg-containing products for correct cooking temperatures and specified times.
Keep all raw foods, like flour and eggs, separate from ready-to-eat foods.

Learn more about raw flour and eggs and how to handle these ingredients safely.

When Cooking
Whether you’re experimenting with a new recipe or preparing a meal for family, following these four simple steps can help you keep harmful bacteria from making you and your family sick:

Clean hands and surfaces often.
Separate raw meat, poultry, seafood, and eggs from other foods in your grocery shopping cart, grocery bags, and refrigerator.
Cook food to the right temperature.
Chill food promptly by refrigerating or freezing meat, poultry, eggs, seafood, and other perishables within 2 hours of cooking or purchasing (or within 1 hour if the temperature outside is above 90° F).

Get more safe food handling tips.

When Drinking Juice or Cider
If you’re planning on enjoying hot apple cider or refreshing fresh-squeezed juice, remember that when fruits and vegetables are fresh-squeezed or used raw, bacteria from the produce can end up in your juice or cider. Here’s what you need to know and do to drink juice and cider safely:

Unless the produce or the juice have been pasteurized or otherwise treated to destroy harmful bacteria, the juice could be contaminated.
Look for the warning label stating that the product has not been pasteurized to avoid the purchase of untreated juices. Untreated juice is most likely to be sold in the refrigerated section of a grocery store.
When preparing juice or cider at home, thoroughly wash your hands and all produce and cut away any damaged or bruised areas on fruits and vegetables. Store the juice and cider in the refrigerator.

Find more tips for preventing illness when purchasing or drinking juice or cider.

Learn more about practicing food safety at home:

Contact: Media: 1-301-796-4540 Consumers: 1-888-SAFEFOOD (toll-free)

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LaLiga North America And Chef José Andrés’ ThinkFoodGroup Expand Partnership Naming Jaleo ‘The Home of LaLiga In Washington, DC’

October 27, 2020

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NEW YORK, Oct. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — LaLiga North America continues to expand its presence in key growth markets across the United States in partnership with Chef José Andrés’ ThinkFoodGroup. After naming Mercado Little Spain ‘The Home of LaLiga in New York‘, LaLiga North America and José Andrés’ ThinkFoodGroup are announcing an expansion of their partnership, naming Jaleo ‘The Home of LaLiga in Washington DC .’ Mercado Little Spain will continue to be ‘The Home of LaLiga in New York,’ showing games at Spanish Diner, the all-day restaurant located there.

When possible, given current health, safety, and distancing protocols, both Jaleo DC and Jaleo Crystal City, as well as Spanish Diner, will show all live LaLiga games and host special events for fans, including appearances from LaLiga legends, special menus, and giveaways. The partnership demonstrates ThinkFoodGroup and LaLiga North America’s commitment to elevate the passion for Spanish culture, food, and soccer in the United States.

Understanding that there will be some fans that prefer to watch the games at home but want to live the same unique experience, LaLiga North America will be doing sweepstakes and merchandise giveaways for guests in both cities. For every take-out order, guests can win a LaLiga Jersey or a LaLiga official ball every weekend during LaLiga Season 20/21.

“LaLiga North America’s first year at Mercado Little Spain exceeded all of our expectations, creating an atmosphere unlike any in the sports world,” said LaLiga North America CEO Boris Gartner. “Fútbol fans and lovers of Spanish culture feel like they are transported to Spain when they enter ‘The Home of LaLiga’. This is as close you can get in the US to a true Spanish experience with the best food and the best soccer.”

All 19-20 season LaLiga matches were shown at Spanish Diner, attracting New Yorkers and visitors alike. Fans of all ages and backgrounds experienced Spanish culture together, while watching the best league in the world. The experience has created a destination for local soccer fans who visit Mercado Little Spain on a weekly basis for matches.

“Fútbol has always been a big, big part of my life, along with many Spaniards and more and more Americans every year,” said José Andrés. “Our partnership with LaLiga will give a meeting place to all of us – American, Spanish, everyone – who want to enjoy the greatest sport on Earth.”

The experience at Mercado Little Spain has attracted new fans to LaLiga by connecting with those interested in food and lifestyle. The intersection of these verticals trends with changes in the sports industry. Organizations can no longer focus solely on the product on the field. Teams and leagues are finding ways to authentically engage outside of their own industry to bring in new fans. LaLiga has achieve this through this partnership.

About José Andrés / ThinkFoodGroup

Founded by Chef José Andrés and his partner Rob Wilder, ThinkFoodGroup is the creative team responsible for renowned dining concepts in Washington, D.C., Las Vegas, Miami, the Bahamas, and most recently in Orlando and New York City. The 26 restaurants offer a variety of culinary experiences that span from food trucks to world-class tasting menus, including the two Michelin-starred minibar by José Andrés in Washington, D.C..

Twice named to Time’s “100 Most Influential People” list and recipient of the 2015 National Humanities Medal, José Andrés is an internationally-recognized culinary innovator, New York Times best-selling author, educator, humanitarian, and chef and owner of ThinkFoodGroup. In 2010, Andrés founded World Central Kitchen, a non-profit specializing in delivering food relief in the wake of natural and humanitarian disasters. Notably, his team served 3.7 million meals to the people of Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria and has since served more than 40 million meals worldwide. A naturalized U.S. citizen originally from Spain, Andrés has been a tireless advocate for immigration reform and on July 4, 2014 was named by President Barack Obama as that year’s “Outstanding American by Choice.”

For more information, visit www.thinkfoodgroup.com.

About LaLiga North America

LaLiga North America is a joint venture between LaLiga and Relevent Sports Group, which serves as the exclusive representation of LaLiga in the U.S. and Canada for all business and development activities. The operation supports the league’s growth in the region through consumer-related activities including content development, events and activations, marketing agreements, youth academies, development of youth soccer coaches, exhibition matches and plans to have an official LaLiga Santander match played in the U.S.

Media contact: Ben Sosenko, [email protected]

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Buchanan’s Blended Scotch Whisky Introduces New ‘Life Is Better Shared’ Campaign, To Uplift Communities In Need This Holiday Season

October 27, 2020

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NEW YORK, Oct. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Buchanan’s Blended Scotch Whisky is kicking off the holiday season by spreading the spirit of togetherness through the arrival of its new national marketing campaign, ‘Life is Better Shared. Whether over an intimate glass of whisky or a shared meal with friends and family, the new integrated campaign reminds people of what’s most important– the energy, community and greatness evoked when we enjoy each other’s company.

During these unprecedented times when many people can’t come together, Buchanan’s is committed to supporting our community when they need it most. Through three key initiatives, the campaign will help feed families, inspire togetherness through a sweepstake with global superstar and longtime brand partner, J Balvin, and support local bartenders.

Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8785551-buchanan-life-is-better-shared-j-balvin-campaign/

Created by Anomaly New York, the new work honors the legacy of founder James Buchanan, who believed in the power of sharing. He created a smooth Scotch whisky made to be enjoyed by all. “Through the ‘Life is Better Shared’ campaign, we want to remind people of the incredible feeling of togetherness when we gather for a meal over a glass of Buchanan’s. As a brand rooted in community, we are proud to give those in need the opportunity to experience a warm meal with family at a time when people need it most,” says Tara King, Buchanan’s Senior Brand Manager.

To kick off, Buchanan’s is working with World Central Kitchen, a non-profit that uses the power of food to heal communities and strengthen economies during times of crisis and beyond, to share 40,000 meals with the hardest hit communities this holiday season, particularly the Hispanic community that has been disproportionately impacted by the pandemic in New York City, New Jersey, South Florida, Texas, and Los Angeles.

Together, Buchanan’s and J Balvin will also remind people that although things may look a little different this year, there is still a reason to embrace the festive season and spread joy. Beginning October 27 through November 30, U.S. residents 21+ will have a chance to win a holiday dinner for their families and share a virtual toast with J Balvin. To enter the sweepstake, consumers can visit www.win.buchananswhisky.com or follow @buchananswhisky to learn more. To remind people how special it is to share a meal with those you love, Balvin has also created a 30-second video giving a behind-the-scenes look into an intimate dinner at his home, showcasing the intimate moments and rituals that take place when gathered around the table with Buchanan’s.

“This year has taught me how important it is to cherish the time you spend with loved ones, and the Buchanan’s ‘Life is Better Shared’ campaign reminds us to appreciate the big and small moments we share with each other. To me, life has always been about coming together and bringing out the best in each other,” says J Balvin.

As a way to continue fostering shared moments together, the brand is also partnering with Sourced Craft Cocktails to offer limited-time-only Buchanan’s cocktail kits created and hand-delivered by local bartenders to enjoy responsibly at home. Not only will people have the opportunity to enjoy a whisky cocktail with family and friends, but they’ll be supporting their local bartender community while doing so. Available as of October 27^thin New York City, Los Angeles, Miami and Austin, the kit includes fresh pre-batched Buchanan’s Whisky cocktails, a recipe booklet and a unique, fun game.

For additional information on Buchanan’s Whisky, please visit www.BuchanansWhisky.com. Stay up to date with the latest news, whisky cocktails, and exciting social content by following the conversation on at @BuchanansUS on Facebook, @BuchanansWhisky on Instagram and @BuchanansUSA on Twitter.

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About BUCHANAN’S Blended Scotch Whisky
BUCHANAN’S Blended Scotch Whisky’s true purpose is to celebrate the greatness in one another and bring to life the energy we get when we’re together. It was created to be shared with one another and enjoyed by all, because our founder, James Buchanan believed in the power of sharing. The BUCHANAN’S Blended Scotch Whisky brand has more than 130 years of authentic heritage, and every bottle represents James Buchanan’s commitment to creating the finest blended Scotch Whiskies. The BUCHANAN’S Blended Scotch Whisky Portfolio features four award-winning marques, including: BUCHANAN’S DeLuxe Blended Scotch Whisky, BUCHANAN’S MASTER Blended Scotch Whisky, BUCHANAN’S Special Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky, and BUCHANAN’S RED SEAL Blended Scotch Whisky. All of these marques have been recognized in the most prestigious international spirits competitions. For more information, visit www.BuchanansWhisky.com or connect with us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/BuchanansUS, Instagram: www.instagram.com/BuchanansWhisky, and Twitter: www.twitter.com/BuchanansUSA.

About Diageo
Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands including Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, Bulleit and Buchanan’s whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel One vodkas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Don Julio, Tanqueray and Guinness. Diageo is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (DEO) and the London Stock Exchange (DGE) and our products are sold in more than 180 countries around the world. For more information about Diageo, our people, our brands, and performance, visit us at www.diageo.com. Visit Diageo’s global responsible drinking resource, www.DRINKiQ.com, for information, initiatives and ways to share best practice. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for news and information about Diageo North America: @Diageo_NA. Celebrating life, every day, everywhere.

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FIBRA Prologis Appoints Carlos Elizondo Mayer-Serra as a New Independent Member of the Technical Committee

October 26, 2020

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MEXICO CITY, Oct. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV: FIBRAPL 14), a leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico, today declared Carlos Elizondo Mayer-Serra has been appointed as a new independent member of the Technical Committee replacing Armando Garza Sada, who resigned in order to pursue other interests.

“We are pleased to announce Carlos Elizondo will join FIBRA Prologis’ Technical Committee as a new independent member,” said Luis Gutierrez, CEO of Prologis Property Mexico. “This appointment compliments the experience and caliber of our independent members. I would also like to thank Armando Garza Sada for his contributions and commitment to FIBRA Prologis since 2014.”

ABOUT FIBRA PROLOGIS

FIBRA Prologis is a leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico. As of September 30, 2020, FIBRA Prologis was comprised of 201 logistics and manufacturing facilities in six industrial markets in Mexico totaling 39.0 million square feet (3.6 million square meters) of gross leasable area.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

The statements in this release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about the industry and markets in which FIBRA Prologis operates, management’s beliefs and assumptions made by management. Such statements involve uncertainties that could significantly impact FIBRA Prologis financial results. Words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates,” variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements, which generally are not historical in nature. All statements that address operating performance, events or developments that we expect or anticipate will occur in the future — including statements relating to rent and occupancy growth, acquisition activity, development activity, disposition activity, general conditions in the geographic areas where we operate, our debt and financial position, are forward-looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Although we believe the expectations reflected in any forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, we can give no assurance that our expectations will be attained and therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such forward-looking statements. Some of the factors that may affect outcomes and results include, but are not limited to: (i) national, international, regional and local economic climates, (ii) changes in financial markets, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, (iii) increased or unanticipated competition for our properties, (iv) risks associated with acquisitions, dispositions and development of properties, (v) maintenance of real estate investment trust (“FIBRA”) status and tax structuring, (vi) availability of financing and capital, the levels of debt that we maintain and our credit ratings, (vii) risks related to our investments (viii) environmental uncertainties, including risks of natural disasters, (ix) risks related to the coronavirus pandemic, and (x) those additional factors discussed in reports filed with the “Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Valores” and the Mexican Stock Exchange by FIBRA Prologis under the heading “Risk Factors.” FIBRA Prologis undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statements appearing in this release.

Non-Solicitation – Any securities discussed herein or in the accompanying presentations, if any, have not been registered under the Securities Act of 1933 or the securities laws of any state and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements under the Securities Act and any applicable state securities laws. Any such announcement does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the securities discussed herein or in the presentations, if and as applicable.

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Honda Claims Third Consecutive INDYCAR title, Dixon His Sixth Drivers’ Championship at St. Petersburg Season Finale

October 26, 2020

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Scott Dixon scored his sixth INDYCAR Drivers' Championship Sunday at the season-ending Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, while Honda claimed its third consecutive Manufacturers' Title.

ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, Oct. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Honda today claimed its ninth INDYCAR Manufacturers’ Championship – and third consecutive title – as Scott Dixon scored the 15^th podium finish for the company this season and succeeded in earning his sixth Drivers’ title, highest among all active drivers and trailing only the legendary A.J. Foyt in career championships won.

For Honda and Honda Performance Development, the company’s North American racing division, today’s result marks the first championship “three-peat” of titles in the 27-year history of HPD. Entering Indy car competition in 1994, Honda won its first manufacturers’ title in 1996. Additional championships followed in 1998-99, 2001, 2004-05, and 2018-19.

Dixon’s championship is the 17^th for a Honda-powered Indy car driver, and the 11^th with multi-manufacturer competition. Now a Honda Indy car team owner, Jimmy Vasser won Honda’s first drivers’ title in 1996. Other Honda-powered Indy car champions include Alex Zanardi (1997-98); Juan Pablo Montoya (1999); Gil de Ferran (2000-01); Tony Kanaan (2004); Dan Wheldon (2005); Sam Hornish Jr. (2006); Dario Franchitti (2007, 2009-11); and Dixon (2008, 2013, 2018, 2020).

Today’s 100-lap season finale took place in hot and very humid conditions, resulting in a brief, light rain shower with approximately 20 laps remaining. Pole qualifier Will Power led the opening five laps, but was soon passed by Andretti Autosport’s Alexander Rossi, who went on to lead a race-high 61 laps before ending his day with wall contact on Lap 74.

Other Honda-powered race leaders included Colton Herta, Graham Rahal, James Hinchcliffe and Alex Palou. But shortly after Rossi’s crash, Herta also slid off course, leading to an 11^th-place finish. Just moments later, Hinchcliffe was the next to fall victim to the tricky conditions, spinning in the final turn and then colliding with fellow Honda driver Jack Harvey as he attempted to rejoin the circuit. Both would have to pit for repairs, dropping them out of the lead pack. Palou’s fuel gamble came up this a few laps shy of a podium finish, as his late stop for a splash dropped him to 13^th at the checkers.

Meanwhile, after starting 11^th – and needing only a top-10 finish to clinch the title – Dixon methodically worked his way to the front, moving into third on Lap 80. Combined with four wins during the 14-race season, the podium result was more than enough for Dixon to claim the title.

Next
Sunday’s race concludes Honda’s championship-winning 2020 NTT IndyCar Series. The 2021 season gets underway March 7, with a return to the Florida Gulf Coast for the next running of the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg.

Honda Racing social media content and videos from the season-ending Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg are available on Instagram (www.instagram.com/hondaracing_hpd), Facebook (www.facebook.com/HondaRacingHPD) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/HondaRacing_HPD).

Quotes
Scott Dixon (Chip Ganassi Racing Honda) Started 11^th, finished third; has won his sixth INDYCAR Drivers’ Championship: “It’s all the team. I can’t thank everybody on this team enough. Obviously, [team owner] Chip [Ganassi], [race directors] Mike [Hull] and Barry [Wanser]; and everybody involved – Honda. I’m proud to be powered by Honda and what they’ve been able to pull out this year. They nailed it. Big thanks to everybody. My family – I’m glad my [daughters] and [spouse] Emma are here. I can’t thank everybody enough. PNC Bank, two out of three years (as champion) – that’s pretty good going.”

“It’s never just one thing or one person. For me, it’s about the team effort. We had a lot of [internal] changes in the offseason. And we know next year is going to be the same, but huge thanks again to everyone on the team. Now we’re going to have a beer.”

Ted Klaus (President, Honda Performance Development) on today’s season-ending race, Honda’s ninth – and third consecutive – Manufacturers’ Championship and Scott Dixon’s sixth Drivers’ Title: “Thank you ‘Team HPD’. Every one of you played an important role in this historic achievement, throughout the off-season and all through this year. You executed against adversity, and never lifted off the throttle. We dominated the Indianapolis 500 and brought home the drivers’ and manufacturers’ championships, and that is an enormous accomplishment. To our partner teams, INDYCAR and our competitors: job well done in 2020, thank you all. We will celebrate tonight, but our next goal is to bring even more Honda power to the NTT INDYCAR SERIES in 2021.”

NTT INDYCAR SERIES Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg
Circuit: Bayfront Park/Albert Whitted Airport (1.8-mile temporary street circuit) St. Petersburg, FL
Weather: Sunny, hot, humid, 89 degrees F

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Texas home sales soar, housing inventory declines in 2020’s third quarter

October 26, 2020

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AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The number of Texas homes sold from July to September 2020 increased nearly 19% compared to the same time frame last year, according to the 2020-Q3 Texas Quarterly Housing Report released today by Texas Realtors.

“The Texas real estate market’s resiliency, especially in the middle of a pandemic crisis, is nothing short of incredible, though our housing supply is still critically low,” said Cindi Bulla, chairman of Texas Realtors. “We are hard at work looking for the supply solutions necessary to keep our market healthy and make the American dream of homeownership attainable to every Texan.”

Home sales increased 18.4%, with 119,642 homes sold in the third quarter of 2020. Statewide, the median price increased 8.6% to $266,000. Of all the homes sold within the third quarter, 34.1% were priced from $200,000 to $299,999, the highest share of sales among all price-class distributions.

Jim Gaines, Ph.D., chief economist with the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University, commented, “The Texas housing market experienced a strong push-through of demand from the second quarter into the third quarter. Active listings saw a sharp drop with many sellers hesitating to list their property in the middle of a pandemic. However, as the economy and employment numbers continue to recover, we anticipate end-of-year sales figures will be higher than 2019.”

Active listings declined 32.4% in Q3 to 71,569 listings. Texas homes spent an average of 52 days on the market, two days more than the third quarter of 2019.

Housing inventory in Texas declined 1.3 months to 2.3 months of inventory. According to the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University, a market balanced between supply and demand has between 6.0 and 6.5 months of inventory.

Bulla concluded, “Although our real estate market remains strong, the data in this report shows there are still long-term implications regarding this housing shortage that need answers, and finding those solutions will remain a major focus for Texas Realtors at the state and local level for 2020 and beyond.”

About the Texas Quarterly Housing Report
Data for the Texas Quarterly Housing Report is provided by the Data Relevance Project, a partnership among local REALTOR® associations and their MLSs, and Texas REALTORS®, with analysis by the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M. The report provides quarterly real estate sales data for Texas and 25 metropolitan statistical areas in Texas. To view the report in its entirety, visit texasrealestate.com

About Texas REALTORS®
With more than 135,000 members, Texas REALTORS® is a professional membership organization that represents all aspects of real estate in Texas. In 2020, Texas REALTORS® is celebrating a century of shaping Texas by being the advocate for private property rights, maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, and providing its members with the tools to achieve success. Visit texasrealestate.com to learn more.

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Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan Sends Health and Wellness Care Packages to Members

October 26, 2020

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Complimentary gift box includes wellness products to help support good health during the COVID-19 pandemic, flu season

MONTEREY PARK, California, Oct. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan is providing a complimentary “A Healthy Gift for You” care package for members of Blue Shield Promise Cal MediConnect Plan (Medicare-Medicaid Plan), Blue Shield Promise TotalDual Plan (HMO D-SNP) and Blue Shield Promise Coordinated Choice Plan (HMO) to help support them during the COVID-19 pandemic and the flu season.

The package includes a variety of over-the-counter (OTC) health and wellness items such as a thermometer, sugar-free lozenges, hand sanitizer, oral hygiene products, weekly pill cases, and more. The boxes, arriving in time for the holiday season, are a token of appreciation for over 26,000 Blue Shield Promise Cal MediConnect Plan, Blue Shield Promise TotalDual Plan and Blue Shield Promise Coordinated Choice Plan members.

“It is especially important during this flu season, that we help coordinate the care and well-being of our members,” said Krista Bowers, General Manager and Vice President of Senior Markets for Blue Shield of California. “Providing thermometers can enable this community to track their health, while they are staying at home. Good oral hygiene is sometimes forgotten as preventive care towards respiratory illness. While we face both the flu and COVID-19, this ‘Healthy Gift Box’ is a reminder that we are here to serve as their trusted healthcare partner.”

The care package is part of Blue Shield Promise’s and its parent company Blue Shield of California’s ongoing efforts to help support members, providers and the community during the public health emergency. The year’s support included:

Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan providing $100,000 in grants to support nutrition for Southern Californians during the coronavirus pandemic.
Donating $500,000 to the Oakland COVID-19 Relief Fund to support pop-up coronavirus testing sites and other community initiatives.
Using latest technology to deliver personalized care by using machine learning to identify members with heightened needs during the pandemic.
More than $200 million financial support program for qualifying in-network providers and hospitals facing financial pressures as a result of the pandemic.
New Primary Care Reimagined program that provides in-network physician groups access to an array of latest technologies to enhance their delivery of care, and new reimbursement models that results in more predictable cash flow for physician practices.
Offering a new digital tool to Blue Shield’s network hospitals at no additional cost to help them triage the influx of patients seeking advice on COVID-19 or other medical care.
Providing $100,000 support to MedShare, a San Francisco Bay area nonprofit organization that provides personal protective equipment (PPE) to nonprofit community healthcare providers.

For more help and resources, please visit blueshieldca.com/promise. For Blue Shield Promise Cal MediConnect Plan, you can also call Member Services at (855) 905-3825, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. seven days a week. For Blue Shield Promise Medicare plans, you can call Customer Care at 1-800-544-0088, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week from October 1 through March 31, and 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., weekdays from April 1 through September 30.

About Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan
Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan is a managed care organization, wholly owned by Blue Shield of California, offering Medi-Cal, Medicare-Medicaid Plans, and Medicare Advantage HMO and Dual-Eligible Special Needs Plans. It is led by healthcare professionals with a “members-first” philosophy and committed to building a quality network of providers and partnering with community organizations for more than 400,000 members. For more information about Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan, please visit www.blueshieldca.com/promise. For more news about Blue Shield of California, please visit www.news.blueshieldca.com. Or follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, or Facebook.

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	Blue Shield of California
	626-436-4345
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