Maine Designer’s Dresses to be featured on One of Univision’s Highest Rated Shows Nuestra Belleza Latina
SCARBOROUGH, Maine, April 28, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Maine designer, Ashley Lauren Kerr, continues to make a name for herself in the Latin American fashion industry with dresses from her form-fitting line, ASHLEYlauren, featured on Nuestra Belleza Latina, one of Univision’s highest rated shows and the first-ever show to top Facebook’s Weekly Buzz rankings.
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The May 1 episode of the show’s first-ever “All-Star” season, in which 12 former finalists returned to the show, will feature seven long and short formal dresses from the ASHLEYlauren collection. Select contestants of the beauty pageant and reality show previously wore ASHLEYlauren styles on the March 20 show, including Nathalia Casco, of Honduras; Setareh Khatibi, of Mexico; and Zoila Ceballos, of the Dominican Republic. Altogether the show’s contests represent nine Latin American countries.
“I feel honored to be chosen to showcase my collection on such a large international TV network such as Univision,” said Kerr. “I am excited to travel from Maine to Miami to do the filming and work with the contestants.”
As the youngest of the designers chosen and one of only two women, Kerr was selected because of her past experience as a judge for many pageants, including the Miss Venezuela 2010 Pageant, as well as a coach to numerous women and girls for pageants globally, from Miss Maine 2009 to Miss Bahamas 2015. In addition, she has dressed some of Latin America’s most stylish women, such as Shaila Durcal, television host Chiquinquira Delgado and former Miss Universe, Lupita Jones. Lucero also wore ASHLEYlauren in her recent music video, “No Entinendo.” Kerr’s pieces have even been recognized in ¡Hola!, TV y Novelas and People Español.
ASHLEYlauren’s corporate headquarters are located in Scarborough, Maine. The company also maintains showrooms in Atlanta and New York, but dresses can be found in ten countries and online at http://www.ashleylauren.com/.
Episodes of Nuestra Belleza Latina air on Sundays at 8:00pm ET on Univision and can be found online at www.Hulu.com or http://www.univision.com/shows/nuestra-belleza-latina.
ABOUT ASHLEYlauren
The ASHLEYlauren collection is a beautiful and red-carpet ready fashion line consisting of evening, cocktail, mother of the bride, bridal, prom, and pageant dresses. Her designs have been worn by Eva Longoria, Lucero, Sheila Durcal, Azucena Cierco, Chiquinquira Delgado, Lupita Jones and contestants in Nuestra Belleza Latina, Miss Universe and Miss World. ASHLEYlauren dresses are sold in specialty boutiques across the United States, Central and South America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia.
Contact: Linda Varrell
Broadreach Public Relations
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Supermajority of States Bans Powdered Alcohol
SAN FRANCISCO, April 28, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Alcohol Justice reports that 31 states have now legislated or regulated complete bans on powdered alcohol, and California is well on the way to do the same. Today, the California Assembly unanimously passed AB 1554 (Irwin, D–Thousand Oaks). A companion bill (SB 819, Huff, R– San Dimas) unanimously passed the Senate last month. To date, 113 out of 120 California legislators have voted for a powdered alcohol ban.
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“We hope California will be state number 32 to ‘just say no’ to another stupid alcohol product that will appeal to kids,” said Bruce Lee Livingston, Executive Director / CEO of Alcohol Justice. “Now that both California bills banning powdered alcohol have passed their house of origin, we expect them to sail forward, combine, and get to Governor Brown for a quick signature.”
Last March, Alcohol Justice requested emergency legislative action nationwide in response to news that the U.S. Alcohol & Tobacco Tax & Trade Bureau (TTB) had approved labels for the powdered alcohol product, Palcohol. The TTB approval gave a green light for the tax rates and labels, allowing states to allow the product, regulate or ban.
Since then, new laws have been passed in 31 states to prohibit the possession, purchase, sale, offer for sale, distribution, manufacture, or use of powdered alcohol. Most states make the violation of these provisions punishable with fines. There are ten states that have legislation in the pipeline to ban the products. There are only three states that allow sales.
In California, Alcohol Justice-cosponsored Assembly Bill 1554 which along with an SB 819 will create a comprehensive pre-emptive stop to a chilling litany of health and safety concerns associated with powdered or crystalline alcohol.
“Powdered alcohol is a dangerous product that has been designed and marketed as a way to make super-charged cocktails on the go. Binge drinking and alcohol related deaths are already a huge problem in California and adding powdered alcohol to the mix is a recipe for disaster,” said Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin (D-Thousand Oaks), author of AB 1554. “Today’s vote reflects the overwhelming, bi-partisan support behind the powdered alcohol ban and I applaud my colleagues for taking decisive action to protect public health.”
“Powdered Alcohol has a high potential to attract youth with its convenience, fruity flavors and portability,” stated Dr. Jim Kooler, spokesperson for California Alcohol Policy Alliance (CAPA), and Administrator of the California Friday Night Live Partnership and the California Center for Youth Development and Health Promotion. “Young people who begin drinking before age 15 are four times more likely to develop alcohol dependence and are two and half times more likely to become abusers of alcohol than those who being drinking at age 21.”
“We continue to agree with New York Senator Chuck Schumer who said Palcohol will become the ‘Kool-Aid’ of teenage binge drinking and will lead to acute alcohol poisoning and death,” stated Livingston. “We are grateful to the states that have placed public health and safety above commerce. We will continue to encourage elected leaders in states that have yet to take action to do so to keep the powdered alcohol threat out of their states as well,” added Livingston.
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DIR Honors Workers’ Memorial Day and Cal/OSHA’s Commitment to Workplace Safety
OAKLAND, California, April 28, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Today on Workers’ Memorial Day 2016, the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) remembers the men and women who have lost their lives and renews its 43 year commitment to safe and healthful workplaces. This international day of remembrance is held annually on April 28, the date Congress passed the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 which promises every worker the right to a safe job.
“Worker deaths and injuries serve as poignant reminders about the critical importance of workplace safety measures,” said DIR Director Christine Baker. “We are dedicated to working with workers and employers to prevent on-the-job injuries and deaths.”
Cal/OSHA, a division of DIR, was established in 1973 as a state-run program to enforce effective standards, help employers provide safe working conditions, and conduct research, education and training in occupational safety and health. It was the first in the nation to adopt an Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) standard in 1991 and the first to adopt a heat illness prevention regulation in 2005, followed by high-heat regulations in 2010 for industries that include agriculture, construction, landscaping, and oil and gas extraction.
“Cal/OSHA gives workers and employers the knowledge and training to identify workplace hazards before they result in trauma and loss,” said Cal/OSHA chief Juliann Sum. “Our education and outreach are vital components for ensuring that workers and employers understand the right to a safe job.”
Cal/OSHA’s safety programs include its illness prevention campaign “Water. Rest. Shade. – The work can’t get done without them,” which has increased employer awareness and compliance and reduced outdoor-related illnesses and deaths since its introduction in 2010. Cal/OSHA’s Heat Illness Prevention web pages include resources and updates on state-wide training sessions, as well as a guide to new requirements with additional safeguards starting May 1.
In 2012, Cal/OSHA launched a state-wide Confined Space Initiative following the deaths of seven workers due to confined space hazards in various industries. The website has resources on confined space hazard prevention.
Cal/OSHA helps protect workers from health and safety hazards on the job in almost every workplace in California. Cal/OSHA’s Consultation Service provides free and voluntary assistance to employers to improve their health and safety programs. Employers should call (800) 963-9424 for assistance from the Cal/OSHA Consultation Program.
Employees with work-related questions or complaints may contact DIR’s Call Center in English or Spanish at 844-LABOR-DIR (844-522-6734). The California Workers’ Information line at 866-924-9757 provides recorded information in English and Spanish on a variety of work-related topics. Complaints can also be filed confidentially with Cal/OSHA district offices.
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The Nation’s Largest Cinco de Mayo Party Has Landed in South Dakota!
SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota, April 28, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Sioux Falls has always been an off-the-beaten-path destination for musical acts for decades. In a rare moment for the community, Sioux Falls will host an internationally acclaimed act to make this year’s Cinco de Mayo celebration one of the biggest in the country!
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Badlands Entertainment Group and Badlands Pawn is bringing the six-time Grammy award-winning Latin super group Los Tigres del Norte to Sioux Falls for a truly once in a lifetime Cinco de Mayo celebration.
“I’ve had this band on my radar for years and can’t believe we’re finally getting them to come play at the Badlands,” said Badlands CEO Chuck Brennan. “This is really going to be the biggest Cinco de Mayo party the region has ever seen.”
Los Tigres del Norte has been active since 1968 when the members were all in their teens. 32 million records later, the band and its public have turned its norteño style of music into an international genre. Their popularity comes as no surprise given their talent for portraying real life in a manner that strikes a chord with people across the Americas. Many of their most popular songs are tales about life, love, and the struggle to survive in an imperfect world. If you’re one of the lucky ones to have tickets to this event you’ll hear songs about love and betrayal, narcos, immigration, and life in rural Mexico.
The band is one of those rare groups that are wholly dedicated to their fan base, and it’s not uncommon for them to play for hours on end. In fact, in October 2009 Los Tigres del Norte held a concert in Guadalupe that lasted 12 hours, breaking their record of 9 hours from the previous year!
Sioux Falls’ Hispanic population is a cherished and vital part of the community, and an event of this magnitude will no doubt bring everyone closer together for one night of spicy Mexican reverie. So get your boots polished, your dresses and guayaberas ironed, and your sombreros ready – it’s going to be a Cinco de Mayo at Badlands Pawn that Sioux Falls will be talking about for months to come!
“The city of Sioux Falls is so proud to host this level of diverse entertainment, especially on this historic Mexican Holiday. Cities the size of Los Angeles would love to have Los Tigres del Norte on Cinco de Mayo and leave it to Chuck to steal their thunder!” expressed long time city commissioner Kenny Anderson.
Cinco de Mayo at Badlands Pawn will kick off at 5:30pm with an outdoor pre-party open to the public with tacos, margaritas, mariachi music, and half-priced cervezas. The venue will open at 7:30pm to keep the celebration going. Tickets start at $50 for general admission with VIP, meet and greets, and suites also available. Head to BadlandsBoxOffice.com to reserve your tickets.
Contact: Shon McKee, 702-496-5740, [email protected]
First Ever Civil Rights, Environmental Justice, Conservation Coalition Announces Recommended Policies To Foster Inclusive Approach To Public Lands
WASHINGTON, April 28, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — On the eve of the Centennial of the National Park Service, an unprecedented effort to increase inclusion and representation of America’s communities of color in our national parks and other public lands was announced today by a first-of-its-kind coalition of civil rights, environmental justice, conservation groups and community leaders and activists from across the country. The group has posted on change.org their specific policy recommendations, which they are urging this president and the next to use as a blueprint for the nation’s second century of conservation.
Specifically, the group is asking President Obama to issue a Presidential Memorandum on the Centennial of the National Park Service on August 25, 2016, to encourage federal land management agencies to reflect the demographic and ethnic diversity of our nation’s citizens; respect the historical, cultural and spiritual stories and unique contributions of all Americans; and actively engage all people.
“The face of America is rapidly changing; yet our public lands do not reflect this demographic and ethnic diversity. We have a moral responsibility to fix this disconnect now, for our children, for our grandchildren and for all those that came before us. We must head into the next 100 years with a strong commitment to a more inclusive approach to public lands that puts a priority on engaging all Americans and protecting cultural and natural landscapes that tell our country’s complex history,” said Dr. Carolyn Finney, author, Black Faces White Spaces, and coalition participant.
By 2020, half of all youth in America will be of color. The Census Bureau predicts that by 2043, a majority of our country’s residents will be people of color. Yet an Outdoor Foundation study found that 73 percent of Americans who participated in outdoor activities in 2014 were white. The nation’s changing demographics, coupled with the threats of climate change, increased energy development and partisan attacks on clean air, water and public lands, requires the urgent engagement of all Americans in the use and protection of the nation’s national parks and other public lands.
The coalition’s policy recommendations for a more inclusive system of public lands come on the heels of President Obama’s 23rd national monument designation and a National Park Week Proclamation committing to helping all Americans discover the outdoors and enjoy America’s public lands. Building on the President’s leadership thus far, the coalition’s policy recommendations identify five areas of focus, with immediate and long-term actions identified in each category. These include: 1) Access to public lands, 2) Historical, spiritual, sacred and cultural preservation, 3) Landscape-scale conservation, 4) Stakeholder engagement and, 5) Workforce diversity.
According to a 2014 report by the Center for American Progress, of the 460 national parks and monuments, only 112—24 percent—recognize or are dedicated to diverse peoples and cultures.
“President Obama has shown great leadership on parks and public lands, but there is always more progress to be made. We challenge this President and the next one to embrace a vision for the next century of conservation that focuses on the importance of national parks and public lands for all Americans,” said Maite Arce, President/CEO of the Hispanic Access Foundation.
The group has posted its policy document online as part of the official Centennial Initiative change.org petition to President Obama. The group’s vision statement and a full list of coalition members is also listed there.
“The President should use the Centennial to call for a more inclusive approach to conservation of our public lands that reflects the faces of our country; respects different cultures and takes responsibility for actively engaging all people,” said Mark Masaoka, Policy Director of the Asian Pacific Policy & Planning Council.
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Three Latin Artists Jump Into Snapchat For A Music Experience Out Of Their Comfort Zone
Inspired by the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, the story launches during the Billboard Latin Music Awards
TORRANCE, California, April 28, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Mexican regional, urban hip-hop and pop music will converge today in the Snapchat world under the umbrella of the Toyota #AceptaElReto challenge, inviting the artists as well as guests to create new stories and get out of their comfort zone. Toyota is partnering with Mexican Regional artist, El Dasa, Colombian hip-hop band member, Goyo (member of Chocquibtown) and pop singer and songwriter, Natalia Lafourcade to produce a one of a kind Snapchat experience that will go live on the popular social media app at 6pm ET today on each artist’s Snapchat accounts, all to celebrate the Billboard Latin Music Awards, airing on TELEMUNDO, presenting a live broadcast of this longest-running and most prestigious awards show in the Latin music world today at 8 pm/7pm CT.
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To view the Snapchat story, fans can visit each Snapchat account: @ElDasaOficial; @nlafourcade; @Goyo_thegirl. The experience will be best viewed when three phones are put together as the three stories come to life on each of the phones, forming a seamless music story.
The creative engagement is part of Toyota’s RAV4 Hybrid marketing campaign that encourages people to get out of their comfort zones. The concept created by Conill – Toyota’s Hispanic marketing partner – centers on a unique idea: what would happen if you put a Mexican regional artist in the musical world of a pop singer and how would a hip-hop singer do in a Mexican regional musical world. Toyota invited these artists to venture out of their musical comfort zones to find out.
Through the story, fans will witness each artist interacting with their newfound musical world, creating new experiences and stories that they can share with their fans on other social media channels, unified by the hashtag #AceptaElReto.
“Toyota is all about innovation and engaging with guests through technology and music,” said Florence Drakton, social media marketing manager, Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A. “We know how important social media channels are, whether for listening to or sharing music, so using Snapchat makes total sense. Together, these three artists will create an immersive experience that we hope fans will enjoy.”
The RAV4 Hybrid campaign launched at the beginning of 2016 centered on the theme of “same old story.” The creative elements aimed to spur people on to create original and exciting new stories with the RAV4 Hybrid as their enabler.
About Toyota
Toyota (NYSE: TM), the world’s top automaker and creator of the Prius and the Mirai fuel cell vehicle, is committed to building vehicles for the way people live through our Toyota, Lexus and Scion brands. Over the past 50 years, we’ve built more than 30 million cars and trucks in North America, where we operate 14 manufacturing plants (10 in the U.S.) and directly employ more than 44,000 people (more than 34,000 in the U.S.). Our 1,800 North American dealerships (1,500 in the U.S.) sold more than 2.8 million cars and trucks (nearly 2.5 million in the U.S.) in 2015 – and about 80 percent of all Toyota vehicles sold over the past 20 years are still on the road today.
Toyota partners with philanthropic organizations across the country, with a focus on education, safety and the environment. As part of this commitment, we share the company’s extensive know-how garnered from building great cars and trucks to help community organizations and other nonprofits expand their ability to do good. For more information about Toyota, visit www.toyotanewsroom.com.
Häagen-Dazs® Shops Inc. Scooping Up A Treat To Celebrate Free Cone Day On May 10, 2016
MINNEAPOLIS, April 28, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Mark your calendars because the Häagen-Dazs® brand, known for its rich and velvety super-premium ice cream, is hosting its annual free cone day celebration where guests will be able to order one free scoop on Tuesday, May 10th, 2016, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. (local time) at participating Häagen-Dazs Shops in the United States.
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“We look forward to Free Cone Day all year. Not only is it a fun day where we are able to give back to our guests who support us year-round, it also means Summer is right around the corner,” said Adam Hanson, Häagen-Dazs Shoppe Company President and General Manager. “Last year, we served 315,000 scoops on Free Cone Day and this year we are excited to help even more people leave the dreary days of winter behind and take a moment to enjoy Häagen-Dazs’ simple and pure ingredients.”
On May 10, 2016, to celebrate Free Cone Day in the United States, Häagen-Dazs Shops is hosting an ice cream social on Twitter that will encourage fans to share their favorite ice cream moments. Fans who participate in the ice cream social on Twitter will be eligible to win American Express gift cards, a year of free ice cream at participating Häagen-Dazs Shops* and gift cards for Häagen-Dazs Shops. To participate in the ice cream social Twitter party at 1 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time, follow @HaagenDazs_US and host, @ResourcefulMom, on Twitter and tweet using the #HDFreeConeDay hashtag.
For more information on Häagen-Dazs Shops Free Cone Day and to find out whether your local shop is participating, please check the Shop Finder on the Häagen-Dazs website.
The Häagen-Dazs Shoppe Company is always seeking new franchise owners with a passion for Häagen-Dazs super-premium ice cream to open shops in premier locations. To learn more about Häagen-Dazs Shops or how to open a franchise, please visit the Häagen-Dazs website.
About Häagen-Dazs Shops
Born in Brooklyn, Häagen-Dazs has been perfecting the art of making ice cream for more than 50 years. We believe you need to start with simple and pure ingredients to achieve the extraordinary. Today the Häagen-Dazs Shop system in the United States is made up of more than 200 Häagen-Dazs Shops, franchised by The Häagen-Dazs Shoppe Company, Inc., which proudly offer top quality indulgent desserts that start with Häagen-Dazs products. For more information, please visit www.haagendazs.us/shops, join the company’s fan page at www.facebook.com/HaagenDazsUS, or follow the brand on https://twitter.com/haagendazs_us.
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