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Now Showing in Brownsville: the Texas Film Round-Up with the Texas Archive of the Moving Image

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Now Showing in Brownsville: the Texas Film Round-Up with the Texas Archive of the Moving Image


AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Texas Archive of the Moving Image — Have you heard of the Snake King of Brownsville from the 1910s? What about his nine year-old, lion tamer son, Manuel, who was touted as the World’s Youngest Animal Trainer in the 1930s? The Texas Archive of the Moving Image (TAMI) is providing a glimpse into Brownsville’s past at the Brownsville History Harvest! We are excited to bring the award-winning Texas Film Round-Up back to Brownsville. Beginning Saturday, September 27 at 10 am, we are partnering with Humanities Texas to provide FREE digitization of Texas-related films and videos at the Brownsville History Harvest at the Brownsville Public Library Main Branch at 2600 Central Boulevard.  After that date, you can drop off your films and videos until Saturday, October  4 at the Brownsville Public Library Main Branch. We urge potential donors to dig their family films and videos out of their attics, sheds, or garages and bring them to the Texas Film Round-Up. To qualify for free digitization, participants must be willing to donate a digital copy of their materials to TAMI’s archive, a digital collection at texasarchive.org. We also collect copies of Texas-related films that have already been digitized.

Along with films and videos, families may bring historic photos, letters, diaries, and other documents to the Brownsville History Harvest on Saturday, September 27. Staff and volunteers will scan paper items onsite and immediately return the owner’s original materials, along with a free digital copy. Attendees will also have the opportunity to view archival film footage from the region, including the 1914 film of the Snake King of Brownsville and 1940s Charro Days Fiesta. The History Harvest creates a community collection from the area’s families to document your heritage and memories. Start gathering your items now!

The Texas Archive of the Moving Image, a non-profit organization, discovers, preserves, makes accessible, and serves community interest in Texas film heritage. By partnering with institutions and individuals across the state, TAMI digitizes and provides web access to thousands of moving images that offer insight to Texas history and culture.  Over two thousand of these films are available to view on the TAMI website, www.texasarchive.org.  Find out more about the Texas Film Round-Up at texasfilmroundup.org.

Contact: Sarah Marshall
Texas Archive of the Moving Image
[email protected]
512.485.3073

 


American Society of Landscape Architects Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month

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American Society of Landscape Architects Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month


WASHINGTON, Sept. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month by spotlighting the enduring contributions of Hispanic and Latino American landscape architects to communities in the United States.

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National Hispanic Heritage Month provides a great opportunity to show Hispanic and Latino American students what landscape architects do, according to Mark A. Focht, FASLA, president of ASLA and first deputy commissioner of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation. ASLA is undertaking outreach that includes a redesigned career discovery page for students, including videos of minority landscape architects, and an education hub for teachers launched earlier this year.

“ASLA is committed to increasing awareness of the landscape architecture profession, especially among Hispanic students,” added Focht. “Our 49 state chapters are reaching out to a more diverse student population through classroom and field visits, and we fully support their efforts.”

“We hope more students of Hispanic origin will study landscape architecture and become part of the global dialogue on how the profession can address environmental, social and economic challenges,” said Nancy Somerville, Hon. ASLA, executive vice president and CEO of ASLA. “It’s critical that their voices be heard.”

ASLA’s Spanish-language materials include an introduction to the profession and Society on the ASLA website http://www.asla.org/ContentDetail.aspx?id=33626 and fact sheet.

Here is a partial list of both long-established and emerging Hispanic and Latino American landscape architects currently practicing in the United States:

  • José Almiñana, FASLA, is among the leading landscape architects of his generation and was born in Venezuela. Almiñana, a principal of Andropogon Associates in Philadelphia, is internationally recognized for groundbreaking projects, public service, and cross-disciplinary collaboration that have positioned landscape architects at the core of the sustainability movement. One example is the design of an educational wetland courtyard for the Sidwell Friends School in Washington, D.C.
  • Lewis Aqüi, ASLA, is the founder of Lewis Aqüi Landscape +Architectural Design in Miami and is from Venezuela. He received his BLA from Louisiana State University. His firm specializes in the creation and renovation of exquisite residential estates, boutique hotels, commercial buildings, public parks, and institutional site development projects throughout Florida and the Caribbean. His projects have been feature in different publications in the USA and internationally. One example is the “New Wave Asian” residential project in Miami Beach, Fla.
  • Diana Balmori, FASLA, is the founder of Balmori Associates, an international urban and landscape design firm in New York City. Balmori has distinguished herself in the field of urban design and the design of innovative public spaces. She has twice been appointed to the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, teaches at Yale, and is renowned as one who informs allied design professions, the arts community, local and federal government officials, and the public at large on the value of landscape architecture.
  • Mario Benito, ASLA, is a landscape designer at Deborah Nevins & Associates in the greater New York City area. While a student at California State Polytechnic University Pomona, he and his classmates received a 2008 ASLA Student Honor Award in the Analysis and Planning Category.
  • Ignacio Bunster-Ossa, FASLA, directs Wallace Roberts & Todd’s (WRT) landscape architecture studio in Philadelphia and many of the firm’s large-scale urban landscape projects. Originally from Chile, he is a leading practitioner of Landscape Urbanism, an approach to urban design based on the fusion of ecology, community identity, infrastructure, recreation, and public art.  He is author of “Reconsidering Ian McHarg: The Future of Urban Ecology,” and periodically teaches and lectures on the theory and practice of landscape architecture.
  • Mario Campos, ASLA, is a senior partner of Jones & Jones in Seattle and is originally from Mexico. Based in his own multi-cultural heritage, education and professional practice, Campos’ projects visibly reflect their roots and inspiration in indigenous community and cultural values, as well as a profound respect for the environment. 
  • Diana Fernandez, Assoc. ASLA, is a landscape designer at Sikora Wells Appel in the greater Philadelphia area, and she was born in the Dominican Republic. While a student at Temple University, Fernandez was a co-recipient of a 2011 ASLA Student Honor Award in the Analysis and Planning Category and a 2013 ASLA Student Award of Excellence in the Communications Category.
  • Carolina Jaimes, Assoc. ASLA, is a project manager at Enea Landscape Architecture in the greater New York City area and is originally from Colombia. While a graduate student at Florida International University, Jaimes was recognized by ASLA with the 2012 Student Award of Excellence in the General Design Category.
  • Mia Lehrer, FASLA, is the award-winning president of Mia Lehrer + Associates in Los Angeles and is originally from El Salvador. Her work includes complex urban revitalization projects, including the Los Angeles River Revitalization Master Plan, which aims to transform 32 miles of concrete-lined river into public green space and received a 2009 ASLA Professional Honor Award in the Analysis and Planning Category
  • Alex Ramirez, Assoc. ASLA, is an associate at Design Workshop in Austin, Texas. Ramirez grew up in the United States, but his family originally came from Spain. While a student at Louisiana State University, Ramirez and his classmates received a 2011 ASLA Student Honor Award in the General Design Category. In his short time at Design Workshop, he has worked on a variety of projects including the Lafitte Greenway and Revitalization Corridor, which received the ASLA 2013 Award of Excellence in the Analysis and Planning Category.

About the American Society of Landscape Architects

Founded in 1899, ASLA is the national professional association for landscape architects, representing more than 15,000 members in 49 professional chapters and 72 student chapters. Members of the Society use “ASLA” after their names to denote membership and their commitment to the highest ethical standards of the profession. Landscape architects lead the stewardship, planning, and design of our built and natural environments; the Society’s mission is to advance landscape architecture through advocacy, communication, education, and fellowship.


(Español) La nueva serie de HBO LATINO se estrena este septiembre

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Mira TV programming nominated three times for Premios Paoli 2014

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Mira TV programming nominated three times for Premios Paoli 2014


TAMPA, Florida, Sept. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — We are proud to announce that three programs in our lineup have been nominated for Paoli Awards. We celebrate the nominations of Maria Elvira in the “News Magazine Category”, locally produced La Gran Alondra for “Best New Dramatic Series” and The Alexis Valdes Show, for “Entertainment TV Program of the Year”. Premios Paoli, the first Hispanic Awards for the Television and Entertainment industry, will be holding their 32nd Awards Ceremony at the Doubletree in Orlando, FL Saturday, September 27, 2014.

The nominations are made by a variety of experts in the entertainment and communications industry and the public selects the winners by voting through the event’s website: www.premiospaoli.com . Some of those, who have won the Paoli Award in the past, are: Marc Anthony, Chayanne, David Bisbal, Thalia, Diego Torres, Susana Gimenez, among others.

We are Mira TV …La Que Te Interesa.
Join us, be a part of our continuing effort to bring Florida Hispanics energizing, high-octane entertainment, news and sports with cutting-edge delivery that unites multicultural and multigenerational Hispanic communities in Florida.

Mira TV …we are Independent…Local…Community.
Watch us in Tampa WTAMT TV, over the air on Channel 30, Verizon Channel 28 and on DirecTV Channel 30, in Orlando WATV TV, over the air Channel 47 and on DirecTV Channel 47. In Miami, our partner station, WDFL over the air Channel 18, Comcast Channel 18, DirecTV Channel 18, AT&T U-Verse Channel 20 & Atlantic Broadband Channel 82. For more information: www.miratv.tv

Who is Mira TV: It is our goal to address the viewing needs of our bicultural, multigenerational Hispanic communities and offer a local alternative in Spanish language television while supporting the communication messages of our advertisers.

Mira TV resonates with our viewers
Mira TV connects YOU with our Hispanic COMMUNITY
Mira TV connects our viewers with their neighborhoods and the Central Florida Hispanic communities

Stay tuned…
SIMA COMMUNICATIONS based in Tampa, FL, is a broadcasting media and communications company. SIMA Communications owns TV stations in various and diverse cities across the USA. Tampa, WTAM Ch.30/ Verizon, Ch. 28/DirecTV Ch.30 and Orlando, WATV, Ch. 47/DirecTV Ch. 47

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Media Contacts:

Veronica Falcon, Directora de Marketing                          

Sari Famiglietti, Directora Creativa      

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CHEST, Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc. aim to bring COPD awareness to Hispanic population with new campaign

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CHEST, Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc. aim to bring COPD awareness to Hispanic population with new campaign

“Tome Un Respiro” Campaign Provides Spanish-Language Resources and Support


GLENVIEW, Ill., Sept. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire-HSPANIC PR WIRE/ — The CHEST Foundation, the foundation of the American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST), with support from Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc., has created the “Tome Un Respiro” Spanish-language campaign to raise awareness among Hispanics in the U.S. about the prevalence, treatment options, and disease management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This COPD awareness campaign offers Spanish-language materials, information, and resources that can be accessed at CHESTnet.org/TomeUnRespiro.

The American College of Chest Physicians Foundation

“We saw a need to address the lack of Spanish-language COPD resources available to the Hispanic community,” said Henry McMillan, Director, Respiratory Marketing for Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc. who is the sponsoring organization of the campaign. “At Tome Un Respiro, we will provide resources and tools that will advance the course of COPD disease management.”

Tome Un Respiro provides patients, families, and caregivers with the support and information necessary to understand and manage COPD. Spanish-language materials available online include a “Living Well With COPD” booklet, COPD glossary of terms, COPD causes and treatments, and additional resources and screening tools.

COPD is the third-leading cause of death in the U.S., and with the growing Hispanic population in the country, it is increasingly important to educate the community about this life-threatening disease that affects an estimated 24 million Americans, half of whom remain undiagnosed.

“Early detection of COPD is critical in helping to combat this life-threatening disease,” said Mark J. Rosen, MD, Master FCCP, medical director for CHEST. “We see a major gap in awareness and education about COPD in the Hispanic community and want to ensure that everyone has the best information on the diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing care options associated with COPD.”

About COPD

COPD is a common lung disease characterized by shortness of breath and wheezing. Patients with COPD have trouble pushing used air out of their lungs, making it difficult to take in healthy new air. COPD includes chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or both. The most common cause of COPD is cigarette smoking, a behavior clinicians can work to prevent and help patients overcome. Genetic factors and environmental and occupational elements may also cause COPD.

About CHEST

The American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST) is the global leader in advancing best patient outcomes through innovative chest medicine education, clinical research and team-based care. Its mission is to champion the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of chest diseases through education, communication and research. CHEST serves as an essential connection to clinical knowledge and resources for its 18,700 members from around the world who provide patient care in pulmonary, critical care and sleep medicine. For more information about CHEST, visit www.chestnet.org.

CHEST Foundation, the foundation of the American College of Chest Physicians, supports patient and public education programs; grants, awards, and lectures for clinical and translational research; community service and humanitarian programs; and youth tobacco prevention programs. Since 1996, the foundation has provided more than $9 million for outstanding work in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine. For more information about the CHEST Foundation, visit www.chestnet.org/foundation.

About Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Sunovion is a leading pharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing and commercializing therapeutic products that advance the science of medicine in the Psychiatry, Neurology and Respiratory disease areas and improve the lives of patients and their families. Sunovion, an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Dainippon Pharma Co., Ltd., is headquartered in Marlborough, Mass. More information about Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc. is available at www.sunovion.com.

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Amscot Financial opens new branch in Coral Gables

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Amscot Financial opens new branch in Coral Gables


TAMPA, Fla., Sept. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Amscot Financial, a leading provider of convenient, consumer-oriented financial services, is pleased to announce the opening of its newest branch location in Coral Gables, Florida. This brings the number of Amscot Financial branches to 235.

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The new branch is located at 3980 SW 8th Street, on the South West corner of SW 8th Street & SW 39th Court. The branch is open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Mondays through Thursday and on Saturday. On Fridays, the hours are at 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. and on Sunday, the hours are from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

All Amscot Financial branches are open 365 days a year, providing convenient access to financial services. Amscot offers check cashing, electronic bill payment, money transfer services, prepaid cards, notary services, cash advances, ATMs, copying and faxing service. Moreover, a consumer can obtain money orders with no purchase fees – no other purchase is necessary for a customer to be able to purchase a money order for free.

Founded in 1989, Amscot Financial employs more than 1,600 associates who work at the company’s retail branches and at the company’s corporate headquarters in Tampa. Amscot has created 278 full-time jobs in South Florida since opening their first location in the area in March 2012.

Amscot operates branches in 20 Florida counties. The company has retail locations in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando, Polk, Hardee, Highlands, Manatee, Sarasota, Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Lake, Volusia, Brevard, Marion, Citrus, Flagler, Broward and Miami-Dade counties.

About Amscot Financial

Headquartered in Tampa, Fla., Amscot Financial is a leading provider of convenient, consumer-oriented financial services, including check cashing, bill payment, money transfers, cash advances, prepaid cards and money orders through its wholly owned division, Amscot International Money Order Company. Amscot Financial currently operates 235 retail financial service centers throughout Florida and employs more than 1,600 employees. Amscot Financial has been recognized by the Tampa Bay Business Journal as one of Tampa Bay’s Best Places to Work for five years. For additional information, please visit the company’s website at www.amscot.com.


PNC Celebrates Growth Of U.S. Hispanic Market

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PNC Celebrates Growth Of U.S. Hispanic Market

– Hispanic Heritage Month events reflect PNC’s commitment to influential community –


PITTSBURGH, Sept. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — In recognition of U.S. Hispanics’ influence on the country’s social and economic future, PNC is honoring Hispanic Heritage Month with 26 sponsored community and employee events in 17 cities, including Baltimore; Boca Raton, Fla.; Charlotte, N.C.; Chicago; Durham, N.C.; East Brunswick, N.J.; Harrisburg, Pa.; Indianapolis; Lexington, Ky.; Newark, N.J.; Orlando, Fla.; Philadelphia, Pa.; Pittsburgh; Raleigh, N.C.; St. Petersburg, Fla.; Tampa, Fla.; and Washington, D.C. These events reflect PNC’s strategic investment in U.S. Hispanics and allow the company to compete for top talent, deepen relationships with Hispanic customers and build new relationships.

“Hispanics represent 17 percent of the U.S. population and $1.2 trillion in purchasing power,” said Gustavus Bahr, managing director of Corporate & Institutional Banking. “These numbers are a powerful reminder that we need to invest in better understanding and serving this fast-growing market. Fortunately, these local events provide us with an opportunity to engage and strengthen our relationships with Hispanic customers.”

PNC’s commitment to the Hispanic community extends beyond Hispanic Heritage Month and includes a Spanish-language customer service team, Spanish-language seminars on financial planning and other topics, Spanish-language initiatives, such as Crezca Con Exito (Grow Up Great), membership in local Hispanic Chambers of Commerce and support of Hispanic economic development initiatives. Further, PNC’s Latino Employee Business Resource Group (EBRG) has more than 300 members and provides networking and professional development opportunities for employees throughout the year.

To learn more about diversity and inclusion at PNC or for additional information about PNC’s Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations, visit www.pnc.com/diversity.

The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (www.pnc.com) is one of the United States’ largest diversified financial services organizations, providing retail and business banking; residential mortgage banking; specialized services for corporations and government entities, including corporate banking, real estate finance and asset-based lending; wealth management and asset management.

CONTACT:

Emily Krull
(412) 762-5654
[email protected]


Hispanic Heritage Foundation to Receive Inaugural Donation from Direct Auto Insurance

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Hispanic Heritage Foundation to Receive Inaugural Donation from Direct Auto Insurance

Direct Auto Insurance will lead a two week-long campaign in support of the Hispanic Heritage Foundation Youth Awards program


WASHINGTON, Sept. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Hispanic Heritage Foundation (HHF) announces the support of a new partner, Direct Auto Insurance. Direct is making an inaugural donation of up to $5,000 to the Foundation’s Youth Awards program through a campaign during the first half of Hispanic Heritage Month.

The Foundation’s Youth Award recipients are selected for their accomplishments in the classroom and community and receive grants to use for their college education or to fund a community service effort. Young leaders who receive the awards are positioned to serve as role models for their peers and become members of HHF’s Leaders On Fast Track (LOFT) Network.

“We welcome the addition of Direct Auto as a partner in supporting our important youth initiatives,” said Antonio Tijerino, President and CEO of the Hispanic Heritage Foundation. “We’re pleased that Direct Auto is not only involved, but is working closely with us to spread awareness about our youth programs by encouraging customers to get engaged.”

Between Sept. 15 and Sept. 30, Direct Auto will donate $1 for each new Facebook “like” and $10 for each insurance quote received through the promotional webpage or in local Direct stores. Direct has pledged to give up $5,000 in just two weeks. Through this initiative, new customers can donate up to $11 to the HHF Youth Awards by becoming a Direct Facebook fan and receiving a free no obligation quote.

“We like to celebrate all of the unique cultures that make up our workplace community. Recognizing Hispanic Heritage month by supporting HHF and its efforts is one way we can do that,” said Jack Campbell, Chief Operations Officer of Direct Auto Insurance.

As part of Direct Auto’s initiative with HHF, both prospective and current customers can view a special online video message from the leadership team, which expresses the company’s commitment and appreciation for the Hispanic consumer, the largest ethnic minority in the United States.

To learn more about Direct Auto’s support of HHF and the Youth Awards program visit the dedicated webpage, call or visit a local direct store or dial 1-877-463-4732.

About the Hispanic Heritage Foundation
The Hispanic Heritage Foundation – a nonprofit established by the White House in 1987 – inspires, prepares, and connects minority leaders in the classroom, community and workforce to meet America’s priorities.  HHF also promotes cultural pride, accomplishment, and the great promise of the community through public awareness campaigns seen by millions.  HHF is headquartered in Washington, DC, and has offices in Los Angeles, New York, Miami and the LOFT Institute is housed at Michigan State University (Visit www.HispanicHeritage.org.)

LOFT is HHF’s award-winning, leadership and workforce-development program focused on “Tracks” or industries including finance.  Tens of thousands of students and young professionals are connected to each other, guides and resources; over 30 trainings, workshops, and informal Charlas are hosted across the country; creative initiatives are executed; and hundreds of minorities are placed into internships, mentorships, fellowships and full-time positions with Fortune 500 companies and government agencies.  Join http://loftnetwork.org to get on the fast track.

About Direct Auto Insurance
Direct General Corporation is an insurance holding company and through its subsidiaries, is a leading provider of personal auto insurance, life insurance, and vehicle, and accident protection plans. Direct is headquartered in Nashville, Tenn., and has more than 400 local offices in 13 states throughout the Southeast with annual revenue of over $450 million. Direct markets and sells its products and services under the Direct Auto Insurance brand through its retail store outlets, by phone through its call center and online.


Drivers Beware: The Odds Aren’t In Your Favor

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Drivers Beware: The Odds Aren’t In Your Favor

New State Farm® Data Shows Odds Drivers Will Collide With A Deer Are Rising


BLOOMINGTON, Ill., Sept. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — U.S. drivers are nearly 3 percent more likely to collide with a deer in the next 12 months than they were last year, according to new claims data from State Farm. The odds drivers will hit a deer in the coming year are 1 out of 169, but that likelihood more than doubles during October, November and December, when deer collisions are most prevalent.

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New State Farm(R) data shows odds drivers will collide with a deer are rising

For the eighth year in a row, West Virginia tops the list of states where a collision is most likely. The odds a driver in the Mountain State will collide with a deer are a staggering 1 in 39, nearly a 5 percent increase compared to 2013. Hawaii rounds out the bottom of the list also for the eighth year in a row with odds of 1 in 10,281. Hawaiians are three times more likely to get struck by lightning in their lifetime than they are to hit a deer in the next year.

The top five states where a driver is most likely to collide with a deer are:

Rank

State

2014 Odds

Percent + /- from 2013

1

West Virginia

1 in 39

+ 4.9

2

Pennsylvania

1 in 71

+ 7.8

3

Montana

1 in 75

– 15.4

4

Iowa

1 in 77

– 5.5

5

South Dakota

1 in 82

– 9.3

Avoid becoming a statistic
Injuries, vehicle damage and fatalities all can result from vehicle collisions with deer. In 2012, 175 deaths were the result of collisions with animals, with deer being the animal most often struck, according to the Insurance Information Institute and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. These tips could help drivers avoid a collision:

  • Use extra caution in known deer zones
  • Always wear your seatbelt
  • At night, when there is no oncoming traffic, use high beams
  • Avoid swerving when you see a deer
  • Scan the road for deer and other danger signs
  • Do not rely on devices such as deer whistles

And here are some deer facts that all drivers should know:

  • Deer are on all roads
  • Deer are unpredictable
  • Deer often move in groups
  • Deer movement is most prevalent in the fall
  • Dusk and dawn are high risk times

Whether you live in West Virginia or Hawaii, it’s important that drivers are practicing safe driving habits and watching out for animals on the road. Wearing your seat belt and practicing defensive driving tactics could make a significant difference.

Reasons why odds go up or down in 2014:
Deer collisions rose by more than 21 percent in Indiana and more than 8 percent in Virginia this year. This is the first year South Carolina is in the top 10 with a 1 in 93 chance of colliding with a deer. What causes these significant changes in deer collision rates?

“Periods of daily high-deer movement around dawn and dusk as well as seasonal behavior patterns, such as during the October-December breeding season, increase the risk for auto-deer collisions,” said Ron Regan, executive director for the Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies. “Changes in collision rates from year to year are a reflection of changing deer densities or population levels – more deer in a given area increases the potential for collision. Deer populations are also affected by conditions such as new or improved roads with higher speeds near deer habitat, changes to hunting seasons to manage wildlife, winter conditions, and other related factors.”

More 2014 State Farm deer collisions facts:

  • The national cost per claim average is $3,888, up 13.9 percent from 2013 ($3,414).
  • The months a driver is most likely to collide with a deer in the U.S., mostly due to mating and hunting seasons, are:
    1.  November
    2.  October
    3.  December
  • Ten percent of the country’s deer collisions occur in Pennsylvania (123,941 collisions), though when taking into account the amount of licensed drivers in the state, West Virginia still edges out as number one with a likelihood of 1 in 39 compared to Pennsylvania’s 1 in 71 (second ranked state).

For more safety tips and state-by-state statistics, please click here. 

Methodology:
Using its claims data and state licensed driver counts from the Federal Highway Administration, State Farm, the nation’s leading auto insurer, calculates the chances of any single American motorist striking a deer during the time frame of July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014 in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. The data has been projected for the insurance industry as a whole, based on the State Farm personal vehicle market penetration within each state. The State Farm data is based on comprehensive and collision claims only. Claims involving policyholders with liability insurance coverage only are not included.

About State Farm®:
State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company and its affiliates are the largest provider of car insurance in the U.S. and  a leading insurer in Canada. In addition to providing auto insurance quotes, their 18,000 agents and more than 65,000 employees serve 81 million policies and accounts – more than 79 million auto, home, life and health policies in the United States and Canada, and nearly 2 million bank accounts. Commercial auto insurance, along with coverage for renters, business owners, boats and motorcycles, is also available. State Farm is ranked No. 41 on the 2014 Fortune 500 list of largest companies. For more information, please visit http://www.statefarm.com or in Canada http://www.statefarm.ca.

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BayMobile Goes the Extra Mile to Schools

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BayMobile Goes the Extra Mile to Schools

Sign Up for a Free Visit from Traveling Aquarium


OAKLAND, Calif., Sept. 14, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — When the BayMobile visits schools, students learn how their transportation choices affect the environment and San Francisco Bay. Operated by San Francisco’s Aquarium of the Bay, the BayMobile is a mobile classroom that delivers animals, interactive experiments, and climate change education directly to the classroom.

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Teachers, school administrators and educators in the nine-county Bay Area are invited to sign up for a BayMobile classroom lesson. Courses are taught by a team of talented educators and are available for K-12 students free of charge, thanks to a grant from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission and the Bay Area Air Quality Management District’s Spare the Air Youth Program.

Each BayMobile lesson includes multi-media presentations, hands-on experiments, and animal encounters. For part of the lesson, supplies are brought into the classroom where students can learn about subjects including climate change and ocean acidification. Another part of the lesson lets students venture outside to the BayMobile, where they encounter animal ambassadors from Aquarium of the Bay including sea stars, sea cucumbers and Western pond turtles. Lessons are hands-on and all courses meet National Education Association’s Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) teacher training program requirements and Next Generation Science Standards.

Launched in March and serving three Bay Area counties, approximately 4,500 students participated in BayMobile classroom lessons during the spring. Over the summer, the BayMobile visited libraries, summer camps and summer school classes, reaching another thousand students. During the 2014-15 school year, the BayMobile is expanding its reach and is available for visits in all nine Bay Area counties (Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano and Sonoma).

Educators at schools in the Bay Area can schedule a visit from the BayMobile. Classes last 60 minutes and are suitable for 15-35 students. For further information, go to http://www.mtc.ca.gov/news/current_topics/9-14/baymobile.htm. For course information and to make a reservation, visit http://aquariumofthebay.org/baymobile.

For more information about the Spare the Air Youth Program, visit sparetheairyouth.org. MTC is the regional transportation planning, coordinating and financing agency for the nine-county San Francisco Bay Area. The Bay Area Air Quality Management District is the regional agency responsible for protecting air quality in the nine-county Bay Area. Aquarium of the Bay is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit nature center with a mission to protect, restore and inspire the conservation of San Francisco Bay and its watershed from the Sierra to the sea.


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