Club Live Members Work With Contra Costa County Board Of Supervisors To Limit Alcopops In Their Community
Club Live Members Work With Contra Costa County Board Of Supervisors To Limit Alcopops In Their Community
— Bay Point Youth Fight Big Alcohol
MARTINEZ, California, Dec. 17, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors unanimously supported the vision of a group of youth from Bay Point, CA. On Tuesday, the Board approved revisions to the existing Deemed Approved Ordinance that will prohibit the sale of a dangerous, youth-attractive, flavored malt beverage known as “alcopops” if an establishment is found to be in violation of the ordinance.
“This ordinance will help clamp down on underage drinking and stem the aggressive marketing to young people by manufacturers of alcopops,” Supervisor Federal Glover stated.
Popular alcopops, also knows as flavored malt beverages, include Four Loko and Mike’s Hard Lemonade. These products are sold in large 24oz single serving containers that are the equivalent of 5 drinks in a can. “Alcopops are concerning because they are youth attractive products that give our community the wrong message about drinking,” stated Thania Balcorta, a program coordinator for the Contra Costa County Friday Night Live Program at the Center for Human Development. Thania organized the group of young people at Riverview Middle School to bring the issue to the Board of Supervisors.
The Riverview Middle School Club Live Chapter conducted store assessments and peer surveys and found that the “Alcopops” products send a mixed message to young people and parents. “I like to call ‘alcopops’ binge drinking in a can because they contain almost 5 servings of alcohol in one can,” says Laurie Quezada, Club Live youth member.
During the Board of Supervisors meeting, Maria Macias, also a youth member, stated “I feel fortunate to live in Contra Costa County because this board has proven that young people are important not just through words but through action.”
Riverview Middle School is one of five chapters managed by the Contra Costa County Friday Night Live Program, which is working towards reducing underage drinking. “Engaging California’s young people like this encourages their positive and healthy development and empowers them to become active leaders,” said Jim Kooler, California Friday Night Live Partnership Director.
“The students who started this should be proud of themselves. They helped changed a law. Young people need to know that individuals can make a difference in this world,” stated Supervisor Federal Glover.
The Center for Human Development is a community-based organization that offers a spectrum of services for at-risk youth, individuals, families, and communities in the Bay Area. Contra Costa County Friday Night Live Program is funded by Contra Costa Health Services – Alcohol and Other Drugs Services Administration.
Contact: Thania Balcorta
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Statement by Dr. Samuel Rodriguez, President National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC) / CONELA Regarding President Obama’s announced plans to normalize diplomatic relations with Cuba and ease economic restrictions on the nation
Statement by Dr. Samuel Rodriguez, President National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC) / CONELA Regarding President Obama’s announced plans to normalize diplomatic relations with Cuba and ease economic restrictions on the nation
SACRAMENTO, California, Dec. 17, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — “As a Christian, the normalization of diplomatic relations with Cuba prompts both concern and hopeful expectations.
“First, I am concerned that normalizing diplomatic ties without addressing Castro’s horrendous human rights record serves as a defacto endorsement for one of the most oppressive regimes in recent history. As a result of Castro’s totalitarian rule, millions live in poverty, thousands lie in prisons, and many have lost their lives. In addition, the God-given rights of Cuban citizens are held hostage to governmental persecution.
“Nevertheless, if this controversial step results in the alleviation of hunger and opens the door for personal freedoms to flourish, then I pray this decision will serve as a catalytic step in unleashing the followers of Jesus to be the Church both inside and outside of the island nation, addressing the spiritual and physical needs of the Cuban people.”
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NHCLC/CONELA is the largest Hispanic Christian organization. It serves as a representative voice for the more than 100 million Hispanic Evangelicals assembled in over 40,000 U.S. churches and another 500,000 congregations spread throughout the Spanish-speaking diaspora. For additional information, visit http://www.nhclc.org.
Sears® Offers Last-Minute Doorbusters, Exclusive Conveniences As Holiday Shopping Season Reaches Fever Pitch
Sears® Offers Last-Minute Doorbusters, Exclusive Conveniences As Holiday Shopping Season Reaches Fever Pitch
Members Can Benefit from Integrated Retail Services, Two-day Shipping, Deals in Final Holiday Shopping Days
HOFFMAN ESTATES, Illinois, Dec. 17, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — In the countdown to the final days to Christmas, Sears, a leading integrated retailer, will offer multiple sales events starting on Dec. 19 with more deals on America’s trusted brands, Kenmore and Craftsman, and faster, more convenient ways to get them under the tree.
Sears also announced Dec. 22 as the last day to order online and receive by Christmas. However, to help members get their online purchases even faster – on the same-day they order, through Christmas Eve – shoppers can take advantage of several free integrated retail services, including Reserve It, Free Store Pickup and In-Vehicle Pickup, guaranteed ready in five minutes or less or the member or customer will receive a $5 voucher.
“Holiday shopping in late December once meant paying full price for gifts and jockeying for a spot in the packed mall parking lot,” said Imran Jooma, executive vice president, Sears Holdings. “Whether taking advantage of great deals on exclusive brands or using In-Vehicle Pickup in Five to get a gift from the comfort of your car, Sears is turning the standard on its head to get our members their gifts faster.”
For online last-minute shoppers, Sears offers free two-day shipping options on qualifying orders for Shop Your Way MAX members and on qualifying purchases of $59 or more. And in-store, Sears’ last-minute doorbuster deals include the hottest brands – many exclusive to Sears – from big and small appliances to apparel, footwear, tools, and more.
Doorbuster Deals Starting Dec. 19 starting at 8 a.m.
- Up to 50% off all Craftsman tools including the Craftsman® 140-pc. Mechanics Tool Set; Reg. price $159.99, sale price $79.99
- Up to 75% off all Fine Jewelry including the Certified Diamond Solitaire Studs in 14k white gold Reg. price $499.99, sale price $149.99
- Up to 25% off all Kenmore Appliances including Kenmore® 4.3 cu ft. Front Load Washer Reg. price $939.00, sale price $699.99
Last -Minute Shopping Deals Starting Dec. 21 In-store, with Thousands More Online
- Save 43% on the Kenmore® 22 cu. ft. French-Door Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator, Reg. price $2299.99, sale price $1299.99
- Save 50% off the Craftsman® 230-pc Mechanic’s Tool Set, Reg. price. $199.99, sale price $99.99
- Buy more save more on regular and sale priced clothing, accessories, sleepwear, lingerie, footwear, and home fashions when you get an extra 30% off when you spend $150 or more, an extra 25% off when you spend $100-$149.99, or an extra 20% off when you spend up to $99.99.
- Save up to 60% off on coats, sweaters, sleepwear, and fleece for the entire family. Savings range 30-60% off.
- Save big on fashions for her, including up to 50% off the redesigned Metaphor collection; Reg. price $24.00-$72.00, sale price $11.99-$35.99
- $9.99 Everlast Tank and Yoga Pant Gift set for her, Reg. price $28.00
- Save up to 50% off on the redesigned Structure collection for men, savings range 30-50% off.
- 20-60% off family footwear, including 50% off all Craftsman® slippers; Reg. price $40.00-$50.00, sale price $20.00-$25.00
With the holidays just days away, members and customers can find more deals on the most popular gifts of the season at Sears.com and via Sears Marketplace.
Last Minute Shopping Conveniences:
- With no time to spare finding the right size, Shop Your Way members can reserve an apparel item online and it pick it up in-store using its newest customer convenience, Reserve It.
- Skip looking for a parking spot, take advantage of Sears curbside convenience, and buy items online and have a Sears associate bring it out your car within five minutes or less using In-Vehicle Pickup.
- If you’ve missed the shipping deadline, take advantage of Free Anyone, Anywhere pickup and send a friend or family member to pick up the purchase.
To learn more, follow the conversation on Twitter and Facebook about Sears holiday at #MoreMerry and Shop Your Way at #MembersFirst.
About Shop Your Way®
Shop Your Way is a free social shopping destination and rewards program offering millions of products, personalized services, and advice. Through a network of retail partners and service providers, members can shop, compare, purchase items and earn points to use on future purchases. Members also enjoy special pricing, exclusive sales, events, access to celebrity brands and sweepstakes. And through the unique social community on shopyourway.com members can research and browse products, create wish lists, poll friends and family and even get advice from experts to help choose the products and services that best meet their needs.
There is no minimum purchase required for Shop Your Way members to redeem points and points can be used toward purchases across countless product categories. Download the free Shop Your Way app available on iTunes or Google Play.
About Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., a wholly owned subsidiary of Sears Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: SHLD), is a leading integrated retailer providing merchandise and related services and is part of Shop Your Way, a social shopping experience where members have the ability to earn points and receive benefits across a wide variety of physical and digital formats through shopyourway.com. Sears, Roebuck offers its wide range of home merchandise, apparel and automotive products and services through Sears-branded and affiliated full-line and specialty retail stores in the United States. Sears, Roebuck also offers a variety of merchandise and services through sears.com, landsend.com and specialty catalogs. Sears, Roebuck offers consumers leading proprietary brands including Kenmore, Craftsman, and DieHard — among the most trusted and preferred brands in the U.S. The company is the nation’s largest provider of home services, with more than 14 million service and installation calls made annually. For more information, visit the Sears, Roebuck website at www.sears.com or the Sears Holdings Corporation website at www.searsholdings.com.
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National Research Study Confirms Minority and Low Socioeconomic Students Outpace Peers Into Second Year in College
National Research Study Confirms Minority and Low Socioeconomic Students Outpace Peers Into Second Year in College
San Diego-based AVID Educational System Effective in Closing the Achievement Gap
SAN DIEGO, Dec. 17, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination), a San Diego-based non-profit, proven college-readiness system, recently released data providing clear evidence that shows the impact AVID has in closing the achievement gap and preparing typically underserved students for college. The initial data offer comparisons for AVID high school graduates from 2010 and 2011 and show that AVID graduates outpaced their national cohorts in persisting in college in freshman and sophomore years. AVID Center contracted with the National Student Clearinghouse (NSC) to acquire postsecondary enrollment information for the period studied.
While year one data is significant, even more significant are the percentages of AVID graduates overall who persisted into their second year of college when compared to the U.S. cohort. AVID graduates—largely derived from historically underrepresented populations—are persisting into their second year of college at very similar rates across all student groups.
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AVID Center’s CEO, Dr. Sandy Husk, announced the results of the research study, stating, “The report is nothing short of remarkable. Considering that more than two-thirds of the AVID graduates are from low socioeconomic backgrounds and minority populations, that AVID graduates outpaced their national cohorts in persisting in college is a testament to both the determination of the students and teachers, and the AVID strategies and skills that were used and learned during high school.”
The report released in a white paper entitled, “AVID Secondary Students’ College Enrollment and Persistence: What Equity Gaps?” provides a general overview of the 2010 and 2011 cohorts of AVID seniors, their enrollment in college, their rates of persistence into the second year, and a brief illustration of enrollment and persistence rates disaggregated along characteristics commonly associated with achievement and equity gaps. A full copy of this report may be requested through Dr. Dennis Johnston, Senior Director and Chief Research Officer at AVID Center in San Diego, via email at [email protected].
Dr. Johnston commented, “Equity gaps, which are typically seen and all too expected in educational attainment, have not yet surfaced for AVID students currently enrolled in college. Signs of equitable persistence among diverse groups of college students, as illustrated in the research findings, are evidence of success from our efforts to close the achievement gaps by preparing all students for college readiness and success.”
ABOUT AVID
AVID is a non-profit, proven college readiness system that closes the achievement gap. Today, AVID is implemented in approximately 5,000 schools in 44 states, the District of Columbia, and 16 countries/ territories and impacts more than 800,000 students in grades K–12 and in 43 post-secondary institutions. The AVID College Readiness System transforms a school’s academic culture to increase the number of students who enroll in four-year colleges and succeed in higher education and training. www.avid.org
Acura NSX Production Model to Make World Debut at 2015 North American International Auto Show
Acura NSX Production Model to Make World Debut at 2015 North American International Auto Show
TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 17, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The production version of the highly anticipated Acura NSX supercar, successor to the legendary original NSX, will make its world debut at the 2015 North American International Auto Show on Jan. 12, 2015. The model will reflect the production design and specifications of the mid-engine Acura supercar that is slated to launch in 2015. To celebrate the impending debut of NSX, Acura released a 30-second teaser video that gives an early glimpse of the production car and the sound of its three-motor, twin-turbocharged Sport Hybrid power unit. View the video on Acura’s YouTube channel at youtube.com/Acura.
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“The next-generation NSX will deliver a ‘new sports experience’ true to its heritage and to the supercar concept that originally gave rise to the name NSX,” said Mike Accavitti, Acura division senior vice president and general manager. “The NSX will serve as the ultimate expression of Acura performance that is fueling a reenergized brand.”
An Acura NSX concept model made its debut at the 2012 North American International Auto Show, where Honda Motor Co., Ltd. President & CEO Takanobu Ito announced that development of a next-generation NSX would launch in three years, led by an American R&D team and produced at a state-of-the-art new plant in Ohio.
“After three years of intensive development work we are excited to reveal this next-generation supercar—the Acura NSX—to the world,” said Ted Klaus, chief engineer and global project leader over NSX development. “We’ve developed a human-centered supercar that responds to the will of the driver and that builds upon the NSX heritage.”
The next milestone in the launch of the NSX will be the reveal of the production version at the Acura press conference at the North American International Auto Show on Jan. 12 at 11:50 a.m. ET. Watch the press conference live at youtube.com/Acura.
The NSX is being developed by a global team of engineers led by the company’s North American R&D operations in Raymond, Ohio, with design led by the Acura Design Studio in Torrance, CA. The Acura NSX will be produced exclusively at the new Performance Manufacturing Center in Marysville, Ohio, using domestic and globally sourced parts.
Honda FCV Concept to Make North American Debut at 2015 North American International Auto Show
Honda FCV Concept to Make North American Debut at 2015 North American International Auto Show
– Honda FCV Concept demonstrates the exterior and interior styling evolution of the next-generation zero emissions Honda fuel-cell vehicle
– Next-generation Honda FCV is intended to provide significant gains in packaging, interior space, cost reduction and real-world performance, including an anticipated driving range in excess of 300-miles
TORRANCE, California, Dec. 17, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Honda FCV Concept will make its North American debut at the 2015 North American International Auto Show on Jan. 12. Continuing more than a decade of Honda leadership in the area of fuel cell vehicle (FCV) technology, the Honda FCV Concept showcases the styling evolution of Honda’s next fuel-cell vehicle, anticipated to launch in the U.S., following its introduction in Japan, which is scheduled to occur by March 2016.
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As the next progression in Honda’s dynamic FCV styling, the Honda FCV Concept features a low and wide aerodynamic body with clean character lines. The interior strives to achieve harmony between man and machine by taking advantage of new powertrain packaging efficiencies delivering even greater passenger space than the Honda FCX Clarity fuel cell vehicle, including seating for up to five people.
The Honda FCV Concept made its world debut in Japan on Nov. 17, 2014, followed by an announcement that Honda will provide FirstElement Fuel with $13.8 million in financial assistance to build additional hydrogen refueling stations throughout the state of California in an effort to support the wider introduction of fuel-cell vehicles.
Honda Fuel-Cell Vehicle Firsts:
The original FCX became the first EPA- and CARB-certified fuel-cell vehicle in July 2002. The FCX also was the world’s first production fuel-cell vehicle, introduced to the U.S. and Japan in December 2002.
Additional highlights include:
- The Honda FCX was the first fuel-cell vehicle to start and operate in sub-freezing temperatures (2003).
- The FCX was the first fuel-cell vehicle leased to an individual customer (July 2005).
- With the FCX Clarity, Honda was the first manufacturer to build and produce a dedicated fuel-cell vehicle on a production line specifically made for fuel-cell vehicles (2008).
- Honda was the first manufacturer to create a fuel-cell vehicle dealer network (2008).
Honda Environmental Leadership
Based on its vision of “Blue Skies for our Children,” Honda is taking a portfolio approach to reducing the environmental impact of its products, advancing fuel efficiency, low emissions and fun-to-drive performance with new powertrain technologies from its Earth Dreams Technology™ lineup, which includes more fuel-efficient engines and transmissions and advanced electromotive technologies. Honda’s alternative-fuel vehicle lineup includes the Fit EV, Civic Hybrid, the CR-Z sport hybrid coupe and the Accord Hybrid, the most fuel-efficient 5-passenger sedan in America[1], as well as the Accord Plug-In Hybrid and the Civic Natural Gas, the only dedicated natural gas-powered passenger car available from a major automaker in America.
[1]Based on 2015 EPA mileage. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending driving conditions, how the vehicle is driven and maintained, battery pack age/condition and other factors.