Hundreds of professionals and businesswomen descended on The Pfister Hotel Thursday afternoon for the 27th annual TEMPO Milwaukee Mentor Awards Luncheon, which commemorated individuals and one corporation for their dedication to mentorship and elevating the people around them. Cristy Garcia-Thomas, chief diversity and inclusion officer and president of Aurora Health Care Foundation, and Vicki Martin, president of Milwaukee Area Technical College, were both honored as TEMPO's mentor award winners…
Reported by bizjournals 14 hours ago.
Aurora's Garcia-Thomas, MATC's Martin and GE Healthcare honored at TEMPO awards
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Sneak peek: RTD's new light rail line through Aurora (Photos, video)
Aurora will get its long-awaited light rail line next week when the Regional Transportation District opens its newest element of the sprawling FasTracks construction project. The R Line, which opens on Friday, Feb. 24, is a $687 million, 10.5 mile light rail line that closes the gap in RTD’s light rail system along Interstate 225 between Parker Road and I-70. The R Line will be free for riders on opening day between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m. The Grand Opening Ceremony will be at 10 a.m. on Friday, on…
Reported by bizjournals 5 hours ago.
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Aurora prepares for its big transit splash with the opening of the R-Line next week
More than 20 years after the first segment of light-rail opened in metro Denver, the Regional Transportation District is poised to launch its latest train line through the heart of Aurora with a critical new connection for transit riders headed to the airport.
Reported by Denver Post 5 hours ago.
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PHOTOS: RTD’s R-Line train set to open in Aurora
The 22-mile R-Line, which runs from Lincoln Station in Lone Tree to Peoria Station in Aurora, opens to the public on Feb. 24.
Reported by Denver Post 1 hour ago.
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DA clears Aurora officer who shot man in buttock, as suspect ran from police
An Aurora police officer who shot an armed man in the buttock as the suspect ran from police has been cleared of any criminal wrongdoing.
Reported by Denver Post 1 hour ago.
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Hospital Staff Lets Husband Play Piano During Wife’s Surgery. 4 Years Later, He’s Still There
Len Pawleski was sitting in the waiting room of the Aurora West Allis Medical Center while his wife was having surgery. Then, he stumbled upon an instrument that would soon have a huge impact on his life. In the video below, posted on February15, 2017, Len explains, “I found this thing, this piano over here. I had two...
The post Hospital Staff Lets Husband Play Piano During Wife’s Surgery. 4 Years Later, He’s Still There appeared first on LittleThings.com. Reported by LittleThings 6 minutes ago.
The post Hospital Staff Lets Husband Play Piano During Wife’s Surgery. 4 Years Later, He’s Still There appeared first on LittleThings.com. Reported by LittleThings 6 minutes ago.
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Immigrants urged to trust police amid reports that National Guard will round them up
A Colorado police department reached out to its local immigrant community shortly after the Associated Press released an 11-page document Friday claiming that the Trump administration planned to mobilize National Guard troops to round up undocumented immigrants. Aurora Police Chief Nick Metz tweeted...
Reported by Raw Story 13 hours ago.
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Aurora police investigating shooting that killed a man early Saturday morning
Police found the man with gunshot wounds at a parking lot in the 4000 block of South Crystal Circle east of Cherry Creek State Park. He was transported to the hospital where he died.
Reported by Denver Post 9 hours ago.
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RTD R-Line light rail train kills mute, hearing-impaired refugee from Myanmar during testing
A mute, hearing-impaired refugee from Myanmar walking across light rail tracks Sunday afternoon was hit by a train and killed during a test of the R-Line in Aurora.
Reported by Denver Post 16 hours ago.
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Where to find and how to photograph the Northern Lights
If you’re anywhere near the Arctic Circle, sleep with the curtains open. I always follow that travel advice, but on this occasion I’m woken at 5am by a phone call. “Aurora outside the hotel,” cries a voice. I can hear people running down the corridors, and I join them, pulling on layer upon layer of winter clothing as I tumble outside into deep snow. The Northern Lights are twisting, pulsing and streaming across the sky above. Two hours later and I’m back inside...
Reported by S.China Morning Post 12 hours ago.
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East Aurora’s Buyer to make repeat appearance at global conference
Local attorney Martha Buyer expects to address an audience of several hundred people when she goes to Spain for a second straight year to discuss data protection and security at the sixth annual Barcelona Telecom Consultants Day, an event held in conjunction with an international mobile trade show. She won’t be in front of the thousands of people who will listen to CEOs of some of the world’s largest companies at programs put on by the Mobile World Congress but said she’s honored to once again…
Reported by bizjournals 7 hours ago.
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Lerøy Seafood Group ASA: Q4 2016 Results
*HIGH PRICES GENERATE GOOD EARNINGS*
In Q4 2016, Lerøy Seafood Group (LSG) reported revenue of NOK 4,924 million, compared with NOK 3,564 million in the same period of 2015. The operating profit before fair value adjustment of biomass was NOK 1.017 million in Q4 2016, compared with NOK 353 million in Q4 2015.
· "In 2016, Lerøy Seafood Group achieved a record high result, and can report the highest revenue and highest operating profit before fair value adjustment of biomass in the Group's history," confirms CEO Henning Beltestad. "We are naturally delighted with such a great result," he continues. "We can look back on a quarter with extremely high salmon and trout prices, strong demand but also some biological challenges and a relatively high share of contracts at prices below the spot price," explains Beltestad.
Compared with Q4 2015, the Group's volume of harvested salmon and trout was down by 6%. The Group's profit before tax and before fair value adjustment of biomass was NOK 1.025 million in Q4 2016 compared with NOK 335 million in Q4 2015. This constitutes a profit before biomass adjustment of NOK 14.3 per share in Q4 2016, compared with NOK 6.4 per share in the same period of 2015.
· "Our release from stock costs for salmon and trout remain extraordinarily high," confirms CEO Henning Beltestad, stating the most important cost drivers as feed costs and the costs required to remain in compliance with statutory limits for salmon lice. "We have implemented a number of measures and expect to see a reduction in production costs for salmon and trout, but have to acknowledge that it is difficult to specify a timeline for such a development," adds Beltestad.
For 2016 in total, the Group reported revenue of NOK 17,269 million, up 28% from 2015. Operating profit before fair value adjustment of biomass is NOK 2,843 million in 2016 compared with NOK 1,380 million in 2015. The profit figure before tax and fair value adjustment of biomass in 2016 was NOK 2,926 million compared with NOK 1,321 million in 2015.
· "2016 has been a very exciting year for Lerøy Seafood Group," confirms CEO Henning Beltestad. "With the acquisition of Havfisk and Norway Seafoods, we have embarked on a new journey on which we aim to integrate white fish into our well-established value chain. We are now a fully integrated company and have control of our entire value chain for a wide range of seafood products, from the sea to the plate, and we are very much looking forward to continuing with our market and product development," confirms CEO Henning Beltestad.
At 31 December 2016, net interest-bearing debt was NOK 3,433 million and the equity ratio 54%.
The Board of Directors proposes a dividend payment of NOK 13 per share.
*FARMING - COST LEVEL REMAINS HIGH*
Operating profit before fair value adjustment of biomass reported by the Farming segment in Q4 2016 was NOK 827 million, up from NOK 221 million in Q4 2015. The Farming segment harvested a total of 39,143 GWT salmon and trout in Q4 2016, down 6% from the same period in 2015. EBIT/kg was up from NOK 5.3 per kg in Q4 2015 to NOK 21.1 per kg in Q4 2016.
In Q4 2016, Lerøy Aurora achieved operational EBIT per kg of NOK 28.3. Lerøy Midt and Lerøy Sjøtroll are reporting EBIT per kg of NOK 17.9 and NOK 18.0 respectively for the same period.
*HAVFISK ASA AND NORWAY SEAFOODS GROUP AS*
On 27 October 2016, Lerøy Seafood Group obtained 100 % ownership of both Havfisk ASA and Norway Seafoods Group AS. As a result of this transaction, both companies were consolidated into Lerøy Seafood Group as of 1 September 2016. Significant changes were implemented to the operation of Norway Seafoods Group in Q4 2016. With effect from 1 January 2017, all sales and logistics are coordinated with the Group's sales and distribution unit in Bergen. Some reorganisation costs are to be expected in 2017 for the transfer, but efforts are well under way to integrate the businesses in order to exploit synergy effects and economies of scale. The business in Denmark has been sold to Seafood International, in which Lerøy Seafood Group will hold 33% of the shares.
The contribution from these businesses in terms of operating profit in Q4 2016 amounted to NOK 76 million.
*VAP (Value-Added Processing) - GOOD GROWTH IN ACTIVITY*
The volatile prices for salmon have been and remain a challenge for processing activities, and the Group continues its efforts to adapt to the expectation of permanently high raw material prices. Revenue was up 9% in Q4 2016 compared with Q4 2015, but the operating margin fell from 7.1% to 4.6%. In total, the operating profit fell from NOK 39 million in Q4 2015 to NOK 28 million in Q4 2016.
*SALES & DISTRIBUTION - POSITIVE DEVELOPMENT*
The Sales & Distribution segment reported revenue of NOK 4,086 million in Q4 2016, up 25% on Q4 2015. The operating margin was down from 3.0% in Q4 2015 to 2.8% in Q4 2016. The Group still has extensive unutilised capacity in several fish-cuts and has identified major potential to increase activities and earnings within this part of the value chain in the years ahead.
*MARKET AND OUTLOOK*
For a number of years now, the Board of Directors and management have clearly stated their views on the need for changes to regulations in Norway. The Board of Directors is of the opinion that a growth in demand over time is perhaps the most important driver for global competitiveness and increased value generation. From a long-term market perspective, the Norwegian aquaculture industry is in a challenging situation at the start of 2017, as lack of growth in volume has resulted in very high prices. Framework conditions that allow more flexibility in relation to the harvesting of fish throughout the year would boost the potential for industrial operations and most probably minimise the risk of substantial fluctuations in prices throughout the year. The re-establishing predictability in framework conditions for the industry is more important than ever, and a minimum 5- to 10-year horizonis required to secure future global competitiveness. Framework conditions of this nature must be based on an understanding of environmental sustainability and value generation. Future competition to win global consumers will leave no room for non-essential costs, or taxes or charges particular to Norway.
In Q4 2016, the Group became the sole owner of both Havfisk ASA and Norway Seafoods Group AS. The LSG Group has played a predominant role in relation to the end market via its fully integrated value chain, product development, increased traceability and availability, particularly for salmon. The Group has also launched equivalent products for white fish, and has identified similar trends for white fish as for salmon and trout. The Board and management are confident that there is considerable value generation potential in further developing the white fish market, including increasing capacity utilisation in Lerøy Seafood Group's downstream activities. The investments in Havfisk ASA and Norway Seafoods Group AS are important to achieve the Group's vision of being the leading and most profitable global supplier of quality sustainable seafood.
The Group currently estimates a total harvested volume of 180,000 GWT for 2017, including LSG's share of volume from associates.
Based on the estimated harvest volume and good market prospects, the Group currently expects earnings in Q1 2017 to be strong.
Questions and comments may be addressed to the company's CEO, Henning Beltestad, or to the CFO, Sjur S. Malm.
This information is subject to the disclosure requirements pursuant to section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.Q4 2016 Presentation
Q4 2016 Report
--------------------This announcement is distributed by NASDAQ OMX Corporate Solutions on behalf of NASDAQ OMX Corporate Solutions clients.
The issuer of this announcement warrants that they are solely responsible for the content, accuracy and originality of the information contained therein.
Source: Lerøy Seafood Group ASA via GlobeNewswire
HUG#2080224 Reported by GlobeNewswire 14 minutes ago.
In Q4 2016, Lerøy Seafood Group (LSG) reported revenue of NOK 4,924 million, compared with NOK 3,564 million in the same period of 2015. The operating profit before fair value adjustment of biomass was NOK 1.017 million in Q4 2016, compared with NOK 353 million in Q4 2015.
· "In 2016, Lerøy Seafood Group achieved a record high result, and can report the highest revenue and highest operating profit before fair value adjustment of biomass in the Group's history," confirms CEO Henning Beltestad. "We are naturally delighted with such a great result," he continues. "We can look back on a quarter with extremely high salmon and trout prices, strong demand but also some biological challenges and a relatively high share of contracts at prices below the spot price," explains Beltestad.
Compared with Q4 2015, the Group's volume of harvested salmon and trout was down by 6%. The Group's profit before tax and before fair value adjustment of biomass was NOK 1.025 million in Q4 2016 compared with NOK 335 million in Q4 2015. This constitutes a profit before biomass adjustment of NOK 14.3 per share in Q4 2016, compared with NOK 6.4 per share in the same period of 2015.
· "Our release from stock costs for salmon and trout remain extraordinarily high," confirms CEO Henning Beltestad, stating the most important cost drivers as feed costs and the costs required to remain in compliance with statutory limits for salmon lice. "We have implemented a number of measures and expect to see a reduction in production costs for salmon and trout, but have to acknowledge that it is difficult to specify a timeline for such a development," adds Beltestad.
For 2016 in total, the Group reported revenue of NOK 17,269 million, up 28% from 2015. Operating profit before fair value adjustment of biomass is NOK 2,843 million in 2016 compared with NOK 1,380 million in 2015. The profit figure before tax and fair value adjustment of biomass in 2016 was NOK 2,926 million compared with NOK 1,321 million in 2015.
· "2016 has been a very exciting year for Lerøy Seafood Group," confirms CEO Henning Beltestad. "With the acquisition of Havfisk and Norway Seafoods, we have embarked on a new journey on which we aim to integrate white fish into our well-established value chain. We are now a fully integrated company and have control of our entire value chain for a wide range of seafood products, from the sea to the plate, and we are very much looking forward to continuing with our market and product development," confirms CEO Henning Beltestad.
At 31 December 2016, net interest-bearing debt was NOK 3,433 million and the equity ratio 54%.
The Board of Directors proposes a dividend payment of NOK 13 per share.
*FARMING - COST LEVEL REMAINS HIGH*
Operating profit before fair value adjustment of biomass reported by the Farming segment in Q4 2016 was NOK 827 million, up from NOK 221 million in Q4 2015. The Farming segment harvested a total of 39,143 GWT salmon and trout in Q4 2016, down 6% from the same period in 2015. EBIT/kg was up from NOK 5.3 per kg in Q4 2015 to NOK 21.1 per kg in Q4 2016.
In Q4 2016, Lerøy Aurora achieved operational EBIT per kg of NOK 28.3. Lerøy Midt and Lerøy Sjøtroll are reporting EBIT per kg of NOK 17.9 and NOK 18.0 respectively for the same period.
*HAVFISK ASA AND NORWAY SEAFOODS GROUP AS*
On 27 October 2016, Lerøy Seafood Group obtained 100 % ownership of both Havfisk ASA and Norway Seafoods Group AS. As a result of this transaction, both companies were consolidated into Lerøy Seafood Group as of 1 September 2016. Significant changes were implemented to the operation of Norway Seafoods Group in Q4 2016. With effect from 1 January 2017, all sales and logistics are coordinated with the Group's sales and distribution unit in Bergen. Some reorganisation costs are to be expected in 2017 for the transfer, but efforts are well under way to integrate the businesses in order to exploit synergy effects and economies of scale. The business in Denmark has been sold to Seafood International, in which Lerøy Seafood Group will hold 33% of the shares.
The contribution from these businesses in terms of operating profit in Q4 2016 amounted to NOK 76 million.
*VAP (Value-Added Processing) - GOOD GROWTH IN ACTIVITY*
The volatile prices for salmon have been and remain a challenge for processing activities, and the Group continues its efforts to adapt to the expectation of permanently high raw material prices. Revenue was up 9% in Q4 2016 compared with Q4 2015, but the operating margin fell from 7.1% to 4.6%. In total, the operating profit fell from NOK 39 million in Q4 2015 to NOK 28 million in Q4 2016.
*SALES & DISTRIBUTION - POSITIVE DEVELOPMENT*
The Sales & Distribution segment reported revenue of NOK 4,086 million in Q4 2016, up 25% on Q4 2015. The operating margin was down from 3.0% in Q4 2015 to 2.8% in Q4 2016. The Group still has extensive unutilised capacity in several fish-cuts and has identified major potential to increase activities and earnings within this part of the value chain in the years ahead.
*MARKET AND OUTLOOK*
For a number of years now, the Board of Directors and management have clearly stated their views on the need for changes to regulations in Norway. The Board of Directors is of the opinion that a growth in demand over time is perhaps the most important driver for global competitiveness and increased value generation. From a long-term market perspective, the Norwegian aquaculture industry is in a challenging situation at the start of 2017, as lack of growth in volume has resulted in very high prices. Framework conditions that allow more flexibility in relation to the harvesting of fish throughout the year would boost the potential for industrial operations and most probably minimise the risk of substantial fluctuations in prices throughout the year. The re-establishing predictability in framework conditions for the industry is more important than ever, and a minimum 5- to 10-year horizonis required to secure future global competitiveness. Framework conditions of this nature must be based on an understanding of environmental sustainability and value generation. Future competition to win global consumers will leave no room for non-essential costs, or taxes or charges particular to Norway.
In Q4 2016, the Group became the sole owner of both Havfisk ASA and Norway Seafoods Group AS. The LSG Group has played a predominant role in relation to the end market via its fully integrated value chain, product development, increased traceability and availability, particularly for salmon. The Group has also launched equivalent products for white fish, and has identified similar trends for white fish as for salmon and trout. The Board and management are confident that there is considerable value generation potential in further developing the white fish market, including increasing capacity utilisation in Lerøy Seafood Group's downstream activities. The investments in Havfisk ASA and Norway Seafoods Group AS are important to achieve the Group's vision of being the leading and most profitable global supplier of quality sustainable seafood.
The Group currently estimates a total harvested volume of 180,000 GWT for 2017, including LSG's share of volume from associates.
Based on the estimated harvest volume and good market prospects, the Group currently expects earnings in Q1 2017 to be strong.
Questions and comments may be addressed to the company's CEO, Henning Beltestad, or to the CFO, Sjur S. Malm.
This information is subject to the disclosure requirements pursuant to section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.Q4 2016 Presentation
Q4 2016 Report
--------------------This announcement is distributed by NASDAQ OMX Corporate Solutions on behalf of NASDAQ OMX Corporate Solutions clients.
The issuer of this announcement warrants that they are solely responsible for the content, accuracy and originality of the information contained therein.
Source: Lerøy Seafood Group ASA via GlobeNewswire
HUG#2080224 Reported by GlobeNewswire 14 minutes ago.
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BMW Motorrad Of Denver Get A New, Bigger Location
If you live in Denver and want a new BMW motorcycle, you’ll have to go to another place than the 10,000 square-foot facility in Aurora. That dealership got recently relocated to Colorado, and it doubled its size. The new BMW of Denver is now situated at 10350 E. Easter Avenue, Centennial, CO, and its 20,000-square-feet surface holds all the new and pre-owned BMW motorcycles, parts, accessories, and apparel you could wish.
Reported by autoevolution 17 hours ago.
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BMC Investments buys more metro Denver apartments
Denver-based real estate company BMC Investments has purchased another apartment complex, this time a 464-unit property in Aurora, for $58 million. BMC purchased Landon Park Apartments from Bridge Investment Group in a deal that closed Feb. 13. The property is located at 100 S. Sable Blvd. on 20 acres of land. “We believe the location of this property, in this part of Aurora, presents an uncommon investment opportunity in a market that continues to be a hot spot for investors," said Max Bresner,…
Reported by bizjournals 10 hours ago.
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Business Q&A: Shiva Coffee, Aurora
Local coffee shop brings fresh coffee to a new level by sourcing organic fair trade beans only and brewing only a week's worth of coffee at a time right in shop.
Reported by Denver Post 6 hours ago.
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Relocated Iditarod Start Adds To Event Filled March In Fairbanks
The 2017 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, also known as "The Last Great Race" is now scheduled to run from Fairbanks to Nome, moving it closer to its original historic route. The Iditarod will bring an added boost of energy and excitement to Fairbanks’ already event filled March.
Fairbanks, Alaska (PRWEB) February 22, 2017
The 2017 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, also known as "The Last Great Race," is now scheduled to run from Fairbanks to Nome, moving it closer to the original historic route. March 6, 2017 marks the third time in history the official start of the Iditarod will take place in Fairbanks. The Iditarod Trail Committee made the announcement after the trail conditions in the Alaska Mountain Range were judged to be unsafe. The Iditarod was inspired by “The Serum Run” of 1925 where heroic dogs and mushers became life savers in an incredible race against time. This legendary journey to deliver serum via dog team began just south of Fairbanks in the town of Nenana and ended 674 miles later in the small city of Nome which was facing a diphtheria outbreak. The official start of the Iditarod is just one of many reasons to "Explore Fairbanks" as the month of March is teeming with events and activities.
Fairbanks is home to the 2017 World Ice Art Championships, the largest ice sculpting competition in the world with more than 70 teams from across the globe participating. Approximately 45,000 visitors come to the Ice Art Park annually to see the intricately carved masterpieces. Sculptors will use over four million pounds of "Arctic Diamond" ice which is exceptionally clear, thick ice harvested from a pond on the property. The 28th Annual World Ice Art Championships run from February 20 through March 26, 2017.
The 44th Annual Festival of Native Arts runs from March 2 through 4, 2017. The festival provides a forum for Alaska Native groups to share their cultural heritages. Dance troupes and artisans from Alaskan locations as distant as Hooper Bay, Atmautluak, Juneau, Stevens Village and Shishmaref will join with invited guests from the continental United States, Japan, Australia and Canada for diverse presentations, an arts and crafts show and food booths.
Fairbanks “Aurora Season” runs from August 21 to April 21 and March is prime time for aurora viewing. Fairbanks is located under the “Auroral Oval,” a ring-shaped zone over the far north where aurora activity is concentrated. Additionally, low precipitation in Fairbanks contributes to consistently clear nights. All combined, these variables make the Fairbanks region an outstanding destination for possible aurora viewing. Experience the aurora from a heated "aurorium" cabin, on an overnight sled dog trip, by snow cat tour to a panoramic vista, on a flight above the Arctic Circle, or simply walk outside and look up to see the captivating northern lights weave across the night sky. If the aurora appears in the middle of the night, many hotels offer wake-up calls.
In addition to the Iditarod, March features a busy dog mushing schedule, which includes the Junior North American Championship Sled Dog Race from March 2 through 4, the Limited North American Championship Sled Dog Race from March 10 through 12, and the 71st Annual Open North American Championship Sled Dog Race from March 17 through 19.
Since 1917, those with a betting spirit have wagered when the ice will break up on the Tanana River. Each guess for this year’s Nenana Ice Classic pool cost $2.50. The jackpot totaled $300,000 in 2016. A tripod made of local logs is raised and frozen into the river and attached to a time clock ashore to mark when the ice goes out – it could be as early as late April or it could be late May. Nenana, a small community on the banks of the Tanana River about an hour’s drive south of Fairbanks, is home to the Nenana Ice Classic Tripod Weekend, March 4 through 5.
The Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center provides vacancy listings and more information on museums, art galleries, performances and other things to do during a stay in Fairbanks. Also at the center is the current exhibit “Icons of the Iditarod,” featuring official Iditarod photographer Jeff Schultz’s imagery.
To learn more about the Iditarod go to Iditarod.com. For more information on Fairbanks, request a free copy of the Fairbanks Visitors Guide and Winter Guide from Explore Fairbanks at 1-800-327-5774 or (907) 456-5774 or by writing to 101 Dunkel Street, Suite 111, Fairbanks, Alaska 99701. You can also order or view the guides online, get information about the aurora borealis and see our full schedule of winter events and activities online at explorefairbanks.com.
About Explore Fairbanks
Explore Fairbanks is a non-profit marketing and management organization whose mission is to be an economic driver in the Fairbanks region by marketing to potential visitors and optimizing the visitor experience. Explore Fairbanks markets Fairbanks as a year-round destination by promoting local events, attractions and activities to independent travelers, group tour operators, travel agents, meeting planners and the media as well as by developing public policy and infrastructure to achieve marketing objectives. Find out more at explorefairbanks.com. Reported by PRWeb 18 hours ago.
Fairbanks, Alaska (PRWEB) February 22, 2017
The 2017 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, also known as "The Last Great Race," is now scheduled to run from Fairbanks to Nome, moving it closer to the original historic route. March 6, 2017 marks the third time in history the official start of the Iditarod will take place in Fairbanks. The Iditarod Trail Committee made the announcement after the trail conditions in the Alaska Mountain Range were judged to be unsafe. The Iditarod was inspired by “The Serum Run” of 1925 where heroic dogs and mushers became life savers in an incredible race against time. This legendary journey to deliver serum via dog team began just south of Fairbanks in the town of Nenana and ended 674 miles later in the small city of Nome which was facing a diphtheria outbreak. The official start of the Iditarod is just one of many reasons to "Explore Fairbanks" as the month of March is teeming with events and activities.
Fairbanks is home to the 2017 World Ice Art Championships, the largest ice sculpting competition in the world with more than 70 teams from across the globe participating. Approximately 45,000 visitors come to the Ice Art Park annually to see the intricately carved masterpieces. Sculptors will use over four million pounds of "Arctic Diamond" ice which is exceptionally clear, thick ice harvested from a pond on the property. The 28th Annual World Ice Art Championships run from February 20 through March 26, 2017.
The 44th Annual Festival of Native Arts runs from March 2 through 4, 2017. The festival provides a forum for Alaska Native groups to share their cultural heritages. Dance troupes and artisans from Alaskan locations as distant as Hooper Bay, Atmautluak, Juneau, Stevens Village and Shishmaref will join with invited guests from the continental United States, Japan, Australia and Canada for diverse presentations, an arts and crafts show and food booths.
Fairbanks “Aurora Season” runs from August 21 to April 21 and March is prime time for aurora viewing. Fairbanks is located under the “Auroral Oval,” a ring-shaped zone over the far north where aurora activity is concentrated. Additionally, low precipitation in Fairbanks contributes to consistently clear nights. All combined, these variables make the Fairbanks region an outstanding destination for possible aurora viewing. Experience the aurora from a heated "aurorium" cabin, on an overnight sled dog trip, by snow cat tour to a panoramic vista, on a flight above the Arctic Circle, or simply walk outside and look up to see the captivating northern lights weave across the night sky. If the aurora appears in the middle of the night, many hotels offer wake-up calls.
In addition to the Iditarod, March features a busy dog mushing schedule, which includes the Junior North American Championship Sled Dog Race from March 2 through 4, the Limited North American Championship Sled Dog Race from March 10 through 12, and the 71st Annual Open North American Championship Sled Dog Race from March 17 through 19.
Since 1917, those with a betting spirit have wagered when the ice will break up on the Tanana River. Each guess for this year’s Nenana Ice Classic pool cost $2.50. The jackpot totaled $300,000 in 2016. A tripod made of local logs is raised and frozen into the river and attached to a time clock ashore to mark when the ice goes out – it could be as early as late April or it could be late May. Nenana, a small community on the banks of the Tanana River about an hour’s drive south of Fairbanks, is home to the Nenana Ice Classic Tripod Weekend, March 4 through 5.
The Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center provides vacancy listings and more information on museums, art galleries, performances and other things to do during a stay in Fairbanks. Also at the center is the current exhibit “Icons of the Iditarod,” featuring official Iditarod photographer Jeff Schultz’s imagery.
To learn more about the Iditarod go to Iditarod.com. For more information on Fairbanks, request a free copy of the Fairbanks Visitors Guide and Winter Guide from Explore Fairbanks at 1-800-327-5774 or (907) 456-5774 or by writing to 101 Dunkel Street, Suite 111, Fairbanks, Alaska 99701. You can also order or view the guides online, get information about the aurora borealis and see our full schedule of winter events and activities online at explorefairbanks.com.
About Explore Fairbanks
Explore Fairbanks is a non-profit marketing and management organization whose mission is to be an economic driver in the Fairbanks region by marketing to potential visitors and optimizing the visitor experience. Explore Fairbanks markets Fairbanks as a year-round destination by promoting local events, attractions and activities to independent travelers, group tour operators, travel agents, meeting planners and the media as well as by developing public policy and infrastructure to achieve marketing objectives. Find out more at explorefairbanks.com. Reported by PRWeb 18 hours ago.
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IAC Acoustics Introduces IAC Virtual
Cloud Based Software tool for HVAC Products
N. Aurora , IL (PRWEB) February 22, 2017
IAC Acoustics, a division of Sound Seal, and a leading manufacturer of metal acoustical and noise control products and solutions serving the industrial, commercial, architectural, and construction industries, is pleased to introduce IAC Virtual.
IAC virtual is a cloud-based sales and engineering tool for our HVAC Silencer products. This tool simplifies quoting for reps by identifying compatible products through modest customer input. It is a robust software with automatic calculation of product performance built in based on user identified operating conditions.
IAC Virtual provides valuable information to reps as well as acoustical consultants and engineers.· Quick select menu for prompt processing of product selections
· Takes quoting process from inception to completion
· Flexibility to compare IAC products with known alternatives
· Customizable options and Expedited Results
· Save and re-visit multiple projects
· Compatible with smartphone and tablet devices
“We are very excited to offer this impressive tool to the acoustic community” said Jennifer Chagnon, Marketing Director for Sound Seal. “IAC Acoustics prides itself on being a leader in innovation and customer support. The IAC Virtual tool takes us to the next level in providing fast and effective product information and solutions.”
To register to use IAC Virtual visit https://www.iacacoustictools.com/login
About IAC Acoustics
IAC Acoustics, A division of Sound Seal, leads the market in metal noise control system products and solutions, including HVAC silencers, acoustic louvers, sound control architectural doors and windows, and sound proof rooms. For more information, please visit iacacoustics.com
About Sound Seal
Sound Seal is the leading manufacturer of acoustical noise control products offering the broadest product selection in the soundproofing industry. Sound Seal offers acoustical products and solutions for in-plant and exterior Industrial applications, Interior Finishes for Architectural applications and Floor Underlayment products. For more information, please visit soundseal.com Reported by PRWeb 15 hours ago.
N. Aurora , IL (PRWEB) February 22, 2017
IAC Acoustics, a division of Sound Seal, and a leading manufacturer of metal acoustical and noise control products and solutions serving the industrial, commercial, architectural, and construction industries, is pleased to introduce IAC Virtual.
IAC virtual is a cloud-based sales and engineering tool for our HVAC Silencer products. This tool simplifies quoting for reps by identifying compatible products through modest customer input. It is a robust software with automatic calculation of product performance built in based on user identified operating conditions.
IAC Virtual provides valuable information to reps as well as acoustical consultants and engineers.· Quick select menu for prompt processing of product selections
· Takes quoting process from inception to completion
· Flexibility to compare IAC products with known alternatives
· Customizable options and Expedited Results
· Save and re-visit multiple projects
· Compatible with smartphone and tablet devices
“We are very excited to offer this impressive tool to the acoustic community” said Jennifer Chagnon, Marketing Director for Sound Seal. “IAC Acoustics prides itself on being a leader in innovation and customer support. The IAC Virtual tool takes us to the next level in providing fast and effective product information and solutions.”
To register to use IAC Virtual visit https://www.iacacoustictools.com/login
About IAC Acoustics
IAC Acoustics, A division of Sound Seal, leads the market in metal noise control system products and solutions, including HVAC silencers, acoustic louvers, sound control architectural doors and windows, and sound proof rooms. For more information, please visit iacacoustics.com
About Sound Seal
Sound Seal is the leading manufacturer of acoustical noise control products offering the broadest product selection in the soundproofing industry. Sound Seal offers acoustical products and solutions for in-plant and exterior Industrial applications, Interior Finishes for Architectural applications and Floor Underlayment products. For more information, please visit soundseal.com Reported by PRWeb 15 hours ago.
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Options to cut Aurora school budget include full-day kindergarten
Now, as Aurora Public Schools searches for ways to cut its 2017-18 budget, free full-day kindergarten is among one of scores of programs that could fall victim.
Reported by Denver Post 14 hours ago.
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Sorry Beyoncé, but these baby polar bears are the cutest twins of 2017
Look at these babies. Just look at them.
These precious angel bears belong to the Columbus Zoo, who shared the twins' first photoshoot today on Facebook.
SEE ALSO: Stop everything: the nation's zoos are in a vicious, wonderful #CuteAnimalTweetOff
No offense to Beyoncé, Amal Clooney or any other celebrities expecting twins, but these polar bear babes are the cutest twins of 2017. The competition has already been won.
I mean...
These cubs belong to female polar bear Aurora and are currently 3 months old. The Columbus Zoo stated on Facebook that the sex of the babies is still unknown, but will be confirmed in a few weeks. Read more...
More about Zoo, Cute, Baby Animals, Babies, and Polar Bear Reported by Mashable 7 hours ago.
These precious angel bears belong to the Columbus Zoo, who shared the twins' first photoshoot today on Facebook.
SEE ALSO: Stop everything: the nation's zoos are in a vicious, wonderful #CuteAnimalTweetOff
No offense to Beyoncé, Amal Clooney or any other celebrities expecting twins, but these polar bear babes are the cutest twins of 2017. The competition has already been won.
I mean...
These cubs belong to female polar bear Aurora and are currently 3 months old. The Columbus Zoo stated on Facebook that the sex of the babies is still unknown, but will be confirmed in a few weeks. Read more...
More about Zoo, Cute, Baby Animals, Babies, and Polar Bear Reported by Mashable 7 hours ago.
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Colorado’s Best Online Schools Identified by AccreditedSchoolsOnline.org
Top Online Programs at 16 Four-Year, 13 Two-Year Schools Highlighted for Overall Quality
San Francisco (PRWEB) February 23, 2017
The Community for Accredited Online Schools, a leading resource provider for higher education information, has ranked the best colleges with online programs in the state of Colorado. Among the schools that were ranked, 16 four-year colleges made the list, with University of Denver, Colorado State University Fort Collins, University of Colorado Boulder, University of Northern Colorado and University of Colorado Denver coming in as the top five schools. The state’s top 13 two-year schools were also ranked, with Trinidad State Junior College, Pueblo Community College, Aims Community College, Otero Junior College and Colorado Northwestern Community College taking the top five spots.
“Colorado’s schools are becoming increasingly attuned to the needs of nontraditional students,” said Doug Jones, CEO and founder of AccreditedSchoolsOnline.org. “The accredited schools on our list accommodate all kinds of schedules with their online programs so that busy students can finish their degrees and receive a top-quality learning experience.”
Schools on the “Best” list must meet specific base requirements to be included: each must be institutionally accredited, public or private not-for-profit. Each college was also scored based on more than a dozen additional data points, including student to teacher ratios, graduation rates and financial aid availability.
For more details on where each school falls in the rankings and the data and methodology used to determine the lists, visit:
http://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/colorado/#best-college-ranking
Colorado’s Best Online Four-Year Schools for 2017 include the following:
Adams State University
Colorado Christian University
Colorado Mesa University
Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Colorado State University-Global Campus
Colorado State University-Pueblo
Johnson & Wales University-Denver
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Nazarene Bible College
Regis University
University of Colorado Boulder
University of Colorado Colorado Springs
University of Colorado Denver
University of Denver
University of Northern Colorado
Western State Colorado University
Colorado’s Best Online Two-Year Schools for 2017 include the following:
Aims Community College
Arapahoe Community College
Colorado Northwestern Community College
Community College of Aurora
Community College of Denver
Front Range Community College
Lamar Community College
Morgan Community College
Northeastern Junior College
Otero Junior College
Pikes Peak Community College
Pueblo Community College
Trinidad State Junior College
About Us: AccreditedSchoolsOnline.org was founded in 2011 to provide students and parents with quality data and information about pursuing an affordable, quality education that has been certified by an accrediting agency. Our community resource materials and tools span topics such as college accreditation, financial aid, opportunities available to veterans, people with disabilities, as well as online learning resources. We feature higher education institutions that have developed online learning programs that include highly trained faculty, new technology and resources, and online support services to help students achieve educational success. Reported by PRWeb 23 hours ago.
San Francisco (PRWEB) February 23, 2017
The Community for Accredited Online Schools, a leading resource provider for higher education information, has ranked the best colleges with online programs in the state of Colorado. Among the schools that were ranked, 16 four-year colleges made the list, with University of Denver, Colorado State University Fort Collins, University of Colorado Boulder, University of Northern Colorado and University of Colorado Denver coming in as the top five schools. The state’s top 13 two-year schools were also ranked, with Trinidad State Junior College, Pueblo Community College, Aims Community College, Otero Junior College and Colorado Northwestern Community College taking the top five spots.
“Colorado’s schools are becoming increasingly attuned to the needs of nontraditional students,” said Doug Jones, CEO and founder of AccreditedSchoolsOnline.org. “The accredited schools on our list accommodate all kinds of schedules with their online programs so that busy students can finish their degrees and receive a top-quality learning experience.”
Schools on the “Best” list must meet specific base requirements to be included: each must be institutionally accredited, public or private not-for-profit. Each college was also scored based on more than a dozen additional data points, including student to teacher ratios, graduation rates and financial aid availability.
For more details on where each school falls in the rankings and the data and methodology used to determine the lists, visit:
http://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/colorado/#best-college-ranking
Colorado’s Best Online Four-Year Schools for 2017 include the following:
Adams State University
Colorado Christian University
Colorado Mesa University
Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Colorado State University-Global Campus
Colorado State University-Pueblo
Johnson & Wales University-Denver
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Nazarene Bible College
Regis University
University of Colorado Boulder
University of Colorado Colorado Springs
University of Colorado Denver
University of Denver
University of Northern Colorado
Western State Colorado University
Colorado’s Best Online Two-Year Schools for 2017 include the following:
Aims Community College
Arapahoe Community College
Colorado Northwestern Community College
Community College of Aurora
Community College of Denver
Front Range Community College
Lamar Community College
Morgan Community College
Northeastern Junior College
Otero Junior College
Pikes Peak Community College
Pueblo Community College
Trinidad State Junior College
About Us: AccreditedSchoolsOnline.org was founded in 2011 to provide students and parents with quality data and information about pursuing an affordable, quality education that has been certified by an accrediting agency. Our community resource materials and tools span topics such as college accreditation, financial aid, opportunities available to veterans, people with disabilities, as well as online learning resources. We feature higher education institutions that have developed online learning programs that include highly trained faculty, new technology and resources, and online support services to help students achieve educational success. Reported by PRWeb 23 hours ago.
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