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Kids.gov celebrates National Child’s Day

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Kids.gov celebrates National Child’s Day

Official information is available to our young people


WASHINGTON, Nov. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — In today’s digital age you can do almost everything from a computer or cell phone, whether it’s keeping up with family or buying plane tickets. The same can be said about education, it extends beyond the walls of the classroom.

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As we celebrate National Child’s Day on November 20, we feature Kids.gov, a site run by the United States government with resources dedicated to the education of children and teens. Kids.gov consists of four main sections: two for students (children and teens), one for teachers, and one for parents.

Kids.gov main sections

These two sections provide age-appropriate information about school topics such as reading and writing, social studies, and math. There are interactive games to play and educational videos to watch. Students will also find information about all the states, and fun quizzes about topics such as science, history, and United States government.

This section offers resources and study materials to help teachers plan their lessons, a calendar to plan seasonal school activities, and various other educational resources. There are also lesson plans for popular themes – like Presidents Day and holidays – as well as other informative material.

Parents and family members looking to help their children with studying and school work will find plenty of resources in this section. There are age-appropriate reading lists, ideas for getting more active and other important themes for parents and children.

Both parents and teachers can subscribe to Kids.gov to receive email updates. Learn more with exclusive games, posters and videos. Check out USA.gov blog throughout November to see the editor’s picks from Kids.gov.

To learn more about education issues, see USA.gov and GobiernoUSA.gov, the U.S. Government’s official web portals in English and Spanish, and part of the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA).


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Real Estate Agents Now Pay Clients on New Web Site

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Real Estate Agents Now Pay Clients on New Web Site

Listing Road®, where real estate agents pay you


LA JOLLA, Calif., Oct. 31, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Did you know that every home seller and pre-approved homebuyer is a winning lottery ticket to a real estate agent? A new service called Listing Road allows consumers to post for sale “the right to represent them,” allowing home sellers and buyers to earn thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars by simply hiring an agent they like.

What makes Listing Road unique? First, this free service for home sellers and buyers provides maximum ROI. With the housing market strengthening, it makes sense that if an agent will pay a home seller or buyer thousands of dollars for the right to represent them, consumers should maximize their ROI by taking this money upfront. There is no risk to use Listing Road as a seller or buyer because you are under no obligation to use the agent that purchases the right to represent you.

Second, top real estate agents pay thousands of dollars per month marketing themselves in the hopes of finding more clients. Why should agents roll the dice with their marketing dollars when they have a guaranteed client on Listing Road? Listing Road replaces all of the “maybe” lead generation sites out there trying to separate agents from their money. Most importantly for agents, the price paid to purchase the right to represent a new client has been calculated to provide a healthy profit once the commission is earned.

Finally, Listing Road stands behind its service to home sellers and buyers by allowing them to keep the money the agent pays, even if the agent is unable to sell their home or find a home for the buyer. The company also stands behind the agents by guaranteeing the agent obtains the seller or buyer as a client or the agent’s money is refunded.

Listing Road Beta launched its services on March 2014 in California and is now planning on expanding nationwide on January 1, 2015.


National campaign helps Spanish-speaking taxpayers navigate tax system

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National campaign helps Spanish-speaking taxpayers navigate tax system

The Hispanic Access Foundation and H&R Block partnership will serve Hispanics preparing for their financial future


WASHINGTON, Oct. 31, 2014 /PRNewswire- HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Hispanics, the nation’s fastest growing demographic, have a resource as they look to build long-term financial success for themselves and their families. The Hispanic Access Foundation (HAF), in partnership with H&R Block – the world’s largest consumer tax services provider – is educating and assisting thousands of Spanish-speaking taxpayers across the country.

“The Hispanic community is a powerful, growing force and its emphasis on our tax responsibility will strengthen our families and nation as a whole,” said Maite Arce, president and CEO of Hispanic Access Foundation. “Through education and access to bilingual, professional tax experts, we’re equipping our community with the tools it needs to prepare for the future.”

The campaign “Prepárate Para Un Futuro Mejor” (Prepare Yourself for a Better Future), provides nearly 200 free tax education workshops in 17 markets nationwide. These workshops emphasize the importance of building an accurate tax history, provide insight on how to protect against fraud and misinformation in the tax preparation process, outline how to meet some important health care requirements of the Affordable Care Act and highlight the impact of potential immigration rule changes.

“We’re changing the perception of the Hispanic community – Hispanics take great pride in being solid contributors, whether that’s through paying taxes or work in local communities,” said Arce. “Since the project began in 2010, we’ve helped tens of thousands of people better understand the tax process and its importance.”

The financial contributions of the Hispanic community have grown in pace with its population growth. Hispanic buying power is expected to reach $1.5 trillion in 2015, according to Nielsen. Additionally, the U.S. Census estimates that Hispanic business-owners contribute more than $70 billion to the nation’s economy.

“When it comes to tax education, H&R Block is out in the community and understands the unique set of circumstances that face Hispanics today,” said Pasha Hosseini, multicultural marketing manager for H&R Block. “Through bilingual tax professionals, information in their language, and years of experience, we guide members of the Hispanic community for long-term financial success.”

Since 2010, HAF has held over 900 workshops in more than 800 churches and community spaces nationwide. A complete list of upcoming workshop dates and locations is available at www.pormifuturo.org.

About Hispanic Access Foundation
Hispanic Access Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that improves the lives of Hispanics in the United States and promotes civic engagement by educating, motivating, and helping them to access trustworthy support systems. For more information visit www.hispanicaccess.org.

About H&R Block
H&R Block, Inc. (NYSE: HRB) is the world’s largest consumer tax services provider. More than 625 million tax returns have been prepared worldwide by and through H&R Block since 1955. In fiscal 2013, H&R Block had annual revenues of $2.9 billion with 25.4 million tax returns prepared worldwide. Tax return preparation services are provided in company-owned and franchise retail tax offices by over 80,000 professional tax preparers and associates worldwide, and through H&R Block digital products. H&R Block Bank provides affordable banking products and services. For more information, visit the H&R Block Newsroom.

Contact: Robert Fanger
P: 317-410-7668
E: [email protected]


CRC Industries Hires Nicole Brennan As National Accounts Manager-Retail

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CRC Industries Hires Nicole Brennan As National Accounts Manager-Retail


WARMINSTER, Pa., Oct. 31, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — CRC Industries, Inc., manufacturer of automotive specialty chemicals and industry-leading CRC Brakleen®, the original aerosol brake parts cleaner, has hired Nicole Brennan as their National Accounts Manger-Retail. Brennan will assume management responsibilities for major accounts and business development. She brings to CRC her 12 years of Automotive Aftermarket experience, most recently as Retail Sales Manager for Continental Automotive Systems.

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CRC Industries, Inc. is a worldwide leader in the production of specialty chemicals for the DIY and maintenance professional, serving the automotive, heavy duty, hardware, electrical, industrial and aviation markets. CRC is ISO 9001:2008 certified and adheres to the strictest guidelines for quality in all facets of research, development and production.

Founded in 1958 as Corrosion Reaction Consultants with a single product, today CRC products are sold throughout the US, Europe, South America and the Pacific Rim. CRC operates 14 facilities that produce more than 70 million cans of aerosol products a year.

For more information about CRC products, visit www.crcindustries.com or call +1-215.272.8963.
CRC Industries – 885 Louis Drive – Warminster, PA 18974 USA


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General Mills Partners With Latin Pop Group Camila For Musica y Sabor Campaign

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General Mills Partners With Latin Pop Group Camila For Musica y Sabor Campaign


MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 30, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — General Mills Inc. (NYSE: GIS) today announced its exclusive U.S. partnership with GRAMMY® Award-winning group Camila for the company’s 2014-2015 Musica y Sabor campaign focused on connecting with Hispanic consumers through one of their biggest passion points: music.

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“We know that music is integral to Hispanic culture so we are thrilled to announce our partnership with world-class talent Camila.  As Camila launches their first album as a duo and kicks off their U.S. concert tour, our partnership will create new touch points for their fans and followers to connect with the group during this exciting time,” said Licia Borges, multicultural marketing senior planner at General Mills.

As part of the partnership, consumers and Camila fans across the U.S. will have several opportunities to connect with the group through free music download codes, branded merchandise, concert ticket giveaways and a chance to win a meet and greet with the band during their 2015 U.S. concert tour. Participating brands include Yoplait, Cheerios, Lucky Charms, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Nature Valley, Fiber One, Pillsbury, Totino’s and more.  Consumers can look for opportunities to win any of these exciting prizes at select retail locations between fall 2014 and summer 2015.

“For Camila it’s an honor to partner with General Mills and we thank them for helping us take our music to places where we never could have imagined,” said Mario Domm, composer, singer and founder of the group Camila.

Camila is a multiplatinum Latin GRAMMY Award-winning Latin pop band with nine No. 1 hit singles in the U.S. and Latin America. Some of their most iconic hits include “Abrazame,” “Mientes,” “Todo Cambio,” and their latest single “Decidiste Dejarme” from their new album Elypse. They were recently nominated for four Latin GRAMMY Awards for Album of the Year, Record of the Year, Song of the Year and Best Contemporary Vocal Album.

Learn more about Camila on their website and on their Facebook page. For more information about Musica y Sabor visit musicaysabor.com. 

About General Mills
General Mills is one of the world’s leading food companies, operating in more than 100 countries around the world. Its brands include Cheerios, Fiber One, Haagen-Dazs, Nature Valley, Yoplait, Betty Crocker, Pillsbury, Green Giant, Old El Paso, Wanchai Ferry, Yoki and more. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minn., USA, General Mills had fiscal 2014 worldwide sales of US $17.9 billion.


Wall Street Beware: Padilla’s Puerto Rico is Not A Safe Place to Invest

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Wall Street Beware: Padilla’s Puerto Rico is Not A Safe Place to Invest


WEST DES MOINES, Iowa, Oct. 30, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The American Future Fund (AFF), a national 501(c)4 issue advocacy organization, today raised alarm bells ahead of renewed efforts by Puerto Rico Governor Alejandro García Padilla and Melba Acosta – the disgraced former Hacienda secretary – to raise billions of dollars from Wall Street.

Nick Ryan, Founder of the American Future Fund, said: “Governor Padilla is not a trustworthy or credible partner for Wall Street. The Governor has overseen the ripping up of a contract with a private bank and now refuses to abide by the court judgment that affirmed its validity. He has also threated a NY-based rating agency with an investigation after it downgraded the creditworthiness of the island and enacted an illegal bankruptcy law that destroyed creditor rights for many Wall Street investors.  The question for investors must be: will he do the same to billions he will ask you today to give him?”

Ryan added, “Puerto Ricans have suffered through staggering job losses, sudden business closures and a dramatic erosion of pension savings under Governor Padilla.  Rather than campaigning in New York and Florida, Governor Padilla should focus on job creation and economic growth for all Puerto Ricans.”



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Stop Vampire Appliances From Taking A Bite Out Of Your Budget

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Stop Vampire Appliances From Taking A Bite Out Of Your Budget


SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 30, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — With any number of spooky creatures wandering around Northern and Central California this week, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is helping its customers shield their energy bills from budget-sucking Vampire Appliances.

“Unlike their fanged cousins, Vampire Appliances suck away money from customers’ wallets day and night by using energy even when they appear to be turned off,” said Tim Fitzpatrick, PG&E’s chief communications officer.

Every year, these budget-suckers account for about 10 percent of an average household’s energy bill, according to the Association of Energy Services Professionals, and idle gadgets waste more than 100 billion kilowatt hours of electricity—costing consumers a terrifying $10 billion each year, reports the Environmental Protection Agency.

To help raise awareness of the threat posed by Vampire Appliances, PG&E is announcing its list of Top Ten Vampire Appliances for 2014, in order of their energy-sucking appetite:

  1. Flat Screen TVs
  2. Home Computers (Laptops and Desktops)
  3. Video Game Consoles
  4. Digital Video Recorders
  5. Cable Boxes
  6. Cable Modems
  7. Laser Printers
  8. DVD Players
  9. Cell Phone/Tablet Chargers
  10. Small Appliances – Microwave/Toaster Oven/Coffee Maker

“While garlic and wooden stakes won’t kill this waste, we want to pass along our Top Five Anti-Vampire Appliance Tips that every household can use to save potentially hundreds of dollars every year,” Fitzpatrick said.

Among the top five tips PG&E is recommending that every household adopt are:

  1. Unplug: Unplug appliances, electronics and chargers that aren’t in use or turn them off using an inexpensive power strip.
  2. Buy Smart: By spending as little as $20 for advanced power strips households can achieve energy savings of nearly 50 percent.
  3. Go Green: The more energy efficient appliances aren’t simply good for the environment, they will help save you money.
  4. Home Energy Check-Up: Consider taking a home energy check-up. It will help you learn more about your energy usage so you can become an even smarter energy consumer.
  5. Auto-Power Down: Turn on an automatic power-down feature on your TV or Game Consoles and set the right predetermined inactivity level for your household.

For more budgeting tips, and other ways to save and conserve energy please visit www.pge.com/saveenergymoney.

About PG&E

Pacific Gas and Electric Company, a subsidiary of PG&E Corporation (NYSE:PCG), is one of the largest combined natural gas and electric utilities in the United States. Based in San Francisco, with more than 20,000 employees, the company delivers some of the nation’s cleanest energy to nearly 16 million people in Northern and Central California. For more information, visit www.pge.com/ and http://www.pge.com/about/newsroom/.

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