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23 Jun

ITRCC Announces New Toll Rates for Indiana Toll Road Customers Effective July 1, 2023

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ELKHART, Ind., June 23, 2023 (Newswire.com) - ITRCC, the operator of the Indiana Toll Road, confirmed that the annual increase to toll rates will take effect on July 1, 2023. The toll rate for a full-length passenger vehicle trip (Class 2) will increase to $14.70 and for a typical full-length truck trip (Class 5) to $79.30. Toll rates vary according to vehicle class, distance traveled, and payment method. Please visit www.indianatollroad.org for detailed toll rates.  Toll revenue is used to meet the financial obligations of the Indiana Toll Road project and to pay for the operations and maintenance of the roadway. Revenues also…

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22 Jun

Table Needs Helps Restaurant Owners & Food Truck Operators Get Paid Faster With Next-Day POS Deposit Schedule

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Increase Financial Control With Quick, Simple, Secure Credit Card Processing and Account Transfers Table Needs \u2014 Next Day Transfers A food truck operator obsessed with falafel collects a payment from a happy guest. MOBILE, Ala., June 22, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Table Needs, Inc., a leading provider of restaurant technology and business services for quick service restaurants, cafes and food trucks announced today the launch of next-business-day point of sale (POS) deposits. Restaurant owners and food truck operators can now receive payments from credit card transactions in as little as one day as part of the Table Needs Point of Sale…

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21 Jun

NHTSA Estimates Traffic Fatalities Dropped in the First Three Months of 2023

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has released its first projections for traffic fatalities in 2023, estimating that 9,330 people died in traffic crashes in the first three months of the year. This represents a decrease of about 3.3% as compared to 9,645 estimated fatalities during the same time in 2022. The first quarter of 2023 represents the fourth straight quarterly decline in fatalities after seven consecutive quarters of year-to-year increases in fatalities, beginning with the third quarter of 2020. “After spiking during the pandemic, traffic deaths have been on a slow but consistent decline for the past year,”…

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21 Jun

Roundup of USDOT Efforts to Keep Communities Safe and Hold the Rail Industry Accountable

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Following the Norfolk Southern derailment in East Palestine, USDOT has taken steps to improve rail safety and called on Congress to pass the Railway Safety Act — working to protect communities of all sizes across the country.  Most recently, U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipelines and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) announced a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would require railroads to maintain — and update in real-time — accurate, electronic, information about rail hazmat shipments that would be accessible to first responders. Railroads would also be required to proactively notify first responders as soon as the railroad is aware of…

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21 Jun

Great Lakes Seaway Announces Port Winners of 2022 Season “Pacesetter Award”

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023 WASHINGTON – The U.S. Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (GLS) announced today that nine U.S. ports in the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway System received its Robert J. Lewis Pacesetter Award for recording increases in international cargo tonnage shipped through their ports during the 2022 navigation season.  “Every year, more than 36 million metric tons of cargo pass through the St. Lawrence Seaway, supporting nearly a quarter of a million jobs and made possible by ports throughout the Great Lakes region,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “We are proud to announce this year’s…

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21 Jun

Hungary’s Ultimate Family Travel Experience: Visit Hungary Unveils Unforgettable Outdoor Activities for Adventurous Explorers

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Embark on Thrilling Ecotourism, Cycling, Running, Hiking, Sunrise Tours, and More Amidst Budapest's Breathtaking Backdrop Lake Tisza, Credit: Aktiv Magyarorszag Lake Tisza is a man-made reservoir located in Hungary, serving as an important freshwater habitat and recreational area. BUDAPEST, Hungary, June 21, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Visit Hungary invites adventure seekers to explore its awe-inspiring natural wonders and remarkable architectural marvels, offering diverse outdoor recreational activities. With meticulously crafted programs tailored to accommodate enthusiasts of all ages, visitors can uncover hidden treasures amidst Budapest's breathtaking backdrop. "Hungary offers programs that prioritize the safety and happiness of families, blending thrilling experiences with comfort.…

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21 Jun

USDOT Proposes Requirements for Real-time Hazmat Information for Firefighters and First Responders to Improve Freight Rail Safety

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Proposal Adds to Several Actions USDOT Has Taken to Improve Freight Rail Safety WASHINGTON –The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) today announced it is proposing a new rule aimed at improving public safety and preventing environmental impacts by strengthening requirements governing railroads’ provision of hazardous materials information to responders during a hazmat incident. The proposal would require railroads to always maintain — and update in real-time — accurate, electronic information about rail hazmat shipments in a train consist that would be accessible to authorized emergency response personnel. Railroads would also be required to proactively…

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20 Jun

Double the Clouds: Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo Gets an ‘Ultimate’ Summer Refresh

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The luxury urban resort is debuting its 'Ultimate Sea of Clouds' and other summer events July 3, 2023. Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo - Ultimate Sea of Clouds The luxury urban resort is debuting its 'Ultimate Sea of Clouds' and other summer events July 3, 2023. TOKYO, June 20, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo announces its summer-long event, the Ultimate Sea of Clouds, launching Monday, July 3rd. Visitors can take a break from the summer heat and refresh in the hotel's traditional Japanese garden, where the award-winning Tokyo Sea of Clouds will have twice the amount of mist as usual. The Tokyo Sea…

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20 Jun

Wild Energy Announces New Sales Director, Ryan Nelson

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Ryan Nelson SARASOTA, Fla., June 20, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Wild Energy, a leading provider of advanced energy and water smart-metering solutions, announces a new Director of Sales, Ryan Nelson. Ryan Nelson joins Wild Energy from one of its great partners, Newbook, where he was a Sales Director. While working at Newbook, Nelson worked closely with Wild Energy as a strategic partner. In his new role, Nelson will be responsible for leading Wild Energy's sales team and managing new sales initiatives. "As Wild Energy continues to expand its overall reach in the campground and water metering space, we are excited to work…

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20 Jun

OTA Insight Announces Benchmark Insight, Launching a New Era of Performance Benchmarking for Hotel Revenue Managers

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New offering is a powerful solution built to deliver competitive insights and shape strategic actions DENVER, June 20, 2023 (Newswire.com) -  OTA Insight, the global leader in cloud-based business intelligence, today announced Benchmark Insight, which will be available as a free beta solution globally. Going beyond existing benchmarking tools in the market, Benchmark Insight will empower hoteliers with actionable intelligence that shapes strategic decisions and provides a deeper understanding of hotel market share. Hoteliers are facing the limitations of legacy benchmarking tools that burden them with outdated data and time-consuming analysis. Recognizing the need for a modern approach, OTA Insight has…

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