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MURRAY Murray State University has received a $25,000 grant from the Paducah Area Community Reuse Organization (PACRO) to be used toward an expansion of the exercise science program at the universitys Paducah regional campus. Through this expansion, the program, which is currently only offered at the Murray campus, will continue to meet the growing needs in the healthcare industry within Paducah and its surrounding service areas, while strengthening local partnerships among educational institutions and service industries.

Murray States Paducah regional campus has plans to dedicate one of its largest video conferencing classrooms to the exercise science program in offering both lecture and lab space with program equipment such as clinical grade treadmills, bike ergometers, treatment tables, and other medical and clinical equipment. The previously existing computer lab would be relocated to a classroom on the second floor of the campus.

The field of exercise science is multidisciplinary and applies the scientific principles of biology, physiology, chemistry and psychology to understand human movement and provide the basis for evidence-based practice to prevent injury, improve function and performance, and enhance health and fitness. The curriculum also provides a strong foundation for success in graduate coursework, which aligns with the graduate program of occupational therapy that is housed at the Paducah regional campus. Murray State provides an accelerated track for exercise science students wanting to become occupational therapists.

The expansion of the exercise science program to Paducah would provide area residents the opportunity to earn their associate degree, bachelors degree and masters degree, culminating in an increasing number of licensed occupational therapists that learn and stay in the service region.

According to the Occupational Employment Statistics program projected for 2019-2029 as updated on Sept. 1, home health and personal care aides are considered one of the fastest growing occupations as well as one of the top occupations with the most job growth. Additionally, reported in the Kentucky Labor Force Update from September 2020, Personal Care and Service Occupations (which includes personal aides) are likely to grow the fastest (with employment increasing by 18.5%). Moreover in September 2020, reported in the Occupational Outlook Dashboard for 2018-2028 through the Kentucky Center for Statistics, personal care and service occupations was reported as a very fast-growing occupation for the west Kentucky region with 2,670 projected job openings.

Murray State hopes to partner with West Kentucky Community and Technical College (WKCTC) to secure a 2+2 articulation agreement in which WKCTC students would have expanded opportunities to remain in Paducah and earn both their associate and bachelors degrees.

We are excited to offer the exercise science program at Murray State Universitys Paducah regional campus, said Dr. Dina Byers, dean of the school of nursing and health professions. This will provide an opportunity for those students in the Paducah area to receive a bachelors degree in exercise science. Our exercise science program is accredited through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs. By earning a bachelor of science in exercise science, graduates are prepared to work in a variety of settings or pursue graduate education. We look forward to working with West Kentucky Community and Technical College to help meet the needs of the residents of Paducah and the surrounding region.

I want to thank the Paducah Area Community Reuse Organization (PACRO), the Board of Directors and Executive Director Greg Wiles for their support of Murray State University as we work to grow and enhance our academic programs throughout this region, said Murray State President Dr. Bob Jackson. This new academic program at the Paducah regional campus will benefit the healthcare industry in our region and provide new opportunities as we serve the students and families of this multi-state region and beyond.

The Paducah Area Community Reuse Organization (PACRO) is tasked to mitigate the impact of the closure of the U.S. Department of Energy-owned Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant in western McCracken County. We are fortunate to have Murray State Universitys representation and participation on PACROs Executive Committee.PACRO is confident the exercise science major grant funding will help create new employment opportunities and provide the necessary education to meet the increasing healthcare employment demand in the region, said Greg Wiles, PACRO executive director.

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The stressful circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic are taking a toll on peoples health and well-being, one medical expert confirms specifically in the form of weight gain from stress eating and decreased activity levels, hypertension and other anxiety-related issues.

Hackensack Meridian Healths David Leopold is an M.D. with multiple board certifications; hes also network medical director of integrative health and medicine, and assistant professor of medicine with the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine.

Based on his firsthand interactions with patients, Leopold provided some insight and advice about the side effects of the ongoing pandemic.

Leopold said virtually all his patients are reporting a significant increase in their overall stress and anxiety levels, which are major factors that contribute to and/or cause heart disease, high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes and obesity, all conditions that are on the rise in the U.S.

The correlation betweenthese particular ailments and the state of the world (not only the pandemic, but politics, climate change, technology overload) is undeniable.

We live in an extremely stressful time, and it is more important than ever that we adopt stress management skills to cope with these challenges, Leopold said. The good news is anyone can learn stress management skills, at any stage of life. Anyone can improve their lifestyle at any given time, and the results can make a profound impact on health.

In his experience, patients may be looking for medication or holistic solutions to address their problems, or a combination. To determine the best treatment course, Leopold advises consulting a physician who is knowledgeable in both.

My practice largely centers around natural solutions for mental health and medical conditions, so many of my patients do prefer to use a more natural approach, he said. The good news is there are several interventions that can be quite effective to reduce anxiety and improve stress. He strongly recommends patients talk to their doctors before attempting to self-treat, so a comprehensive evaluation can be done in order to select the most effective and safest route.

As a trusted professional, Leopold finds his patients will confide in him their worries and fears, both on a personal level and in a broader sense.

People are often relieved to be able to discuss their worries and fears with an objective practitioner, he said. I highly encourage this. Every individual has their own set of challenges that generate stress. What is important is that we develop ways to deal with these feelings in a productive way.

But there can be no relief from troubling feelings without first acknowledging those feelings exist, and persist.

The complaints vary greatly, he said. People are extremely concerned about safety and finances and the long-term effects of the pandemic.

At this point, most people at least know someone who has tested positive for COVID, have contracted it themselves, witnessed the impacts of the disease on others or lost someone close to them. Coronavirus concerns are compounded by normal day-to-day stressors, such as working from home, nurturing a marriage, raising children and overseeing their virtual learning. Normal life stress hasnt gone away or been put on hold while the pandemic has taken center stage.

Some of the physiological effects of the pandemic could be related to spending more time at home, being less active, dealing with family, holidays, or any number of aggravating factors, he said. For some people, Leopold said, staying home has been a relief, but for others it has exacerbated preexisting problems. For front-liners, teachers or anyone in direct public contact, he said, the pressure has been tremendous its multifactorial and includes their own safety.

All of that said, I prefer to think of this as a time when we all have an opportunity to regroup and recalibrate our approach to our health, Leopold suggested. To be healthy requires a more proactive approach. We dont live in a world where health comes easily. So you must work hard to be healthy. That starts with eating a healthy diet, remaining physically active, getting adequate sleep and, of course, learning how to manage stress and build resilience.

In my experience, all of these things are very doable, once people have the appropriate tools to make the changes necessary. We also have an opportunity to focus on the positives and the good fortune that many of us still have. The positive impacts of these lifestyle practices cannot be overstated.

To cope (albeit faultily), more and more patients are leaning on comfort foods and other unhealthful lifestyle choices, such as drinking more alcohol and being more sedentary. He also sees a trend of sacrificing sleep to binge-watch TV or stream shows.

How we deal with our stress dictates how we make decisions about our own health, Leopold said. Therefore, learning to manage stress and build resilience is key to remaining healthy and living well.

Another unhealthful choice, in his view, is the choice not to establish a regular stress management practice. His rule of thumb is: If youre not actively working to combat stress, then stress is negatively affecting your health in some way.

To encourage healthier nutritional patterns, Leopold said, one thing healthcare providers can do is to make patients aware of the importance of healthful food choices and to offer instruction and resources on easy ways to prepare healthier meals. Remaining physically active is a challenge, he admitted, but if the weather is good, people can simply walk outside, and there are almost unlimited exercise programs that people can do at home. (Finding the motivation is another matter. Embarking on a routine with a loved one or friend, or listening to music/podcast/audiobook can make exercising more enjoyable.)

I also strongly recommend people prioritize sleep, treating it like any other important appointment they would keep, Leopold said. The most effective way is simply to schedule the time you plan to go to sleep and the time youre going to wake up.

Finally, he concluded, keep a positive mindset. A good way to do this is to keep a gratitude journal. Or, simply verbally express three things for which you are grateful for each day. This is a wonderful thing for families to do together, particularly during these very difficult times.

I recommend scheduling a time for all these things.

Otherwise, they dont happen.

The most important thing when implementing change, he said, is simply to start, then repeat on a regular basis until it becomes a habit.

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DEWITT Some of the DeWitt Parks and Recreation programs including the youth basketball league have been put on hold due to the coronavirus pandemic.

But, director Kevin Lake said his department is hopeful such activities still will be able to take place at some point in some fashion.

(The programs) may have to be modified, but we like to think theyll still happen eventually, he related. But we have to make sure things are safe. As always, thats our main priority.

Youth tumbling at the DeWitt Fitness Center has been pushed back to begin Jan. 2. Lake said that program will be possible, as the instructor and participants will be able to wear masks and follow social-distance protocols.

The parent-tot swimming program is underway, as the instructor and the parents with their little swimmers can stay six feet apart.

However, private swimming lessons offered at the fitness center have been postponed until restrictions are relaxed, as the instructor and student cannot maintain social distancing requirements, Lake said.

Lake announced at the November Parks and Recreation Commission meeting that membership at the fitness center is down.

It is something, he said, that will likely change from month to month depending on the weather and COVID restrictions.

Right now, the facility is maintaining the following hours: Monday-Thursday, 5 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday, 5 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m.-5 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

We are tracking attendance right now, Lake noted. Well make note of any changes or developments, and let the board make the decision whether or not we should adjust those hours.

Group exercise classes still are being offered for a length of 45 minutes each. Lake said participants have been appreciative of being able to attend and that the department is doing everything it can to keep activities going.

Upcoming events that will allow for participants to stay safe and socially distanced include the Chopped Junior Christmas Cooking Class, which will take place from 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, at the DeWitt Community Center.

Registration is $30 per person, and is open to children ages 7 and up. Parents are welcome to join their junior chefs for sampling during the last 15 minutes of the class, which will be taught by Linda Jones.

The Babysitting for Success program will happen Saturday, Jan. 23, from 9:30 a.m.-noon at the community center.

Registration is $30 for children ages 11 and up. Participants will learn the skills needed to safely care for children, administer basic first aid, emergency management and implement fun activities for all ages. This course will be taught by Linda Jones.

Participants are asked to please bring a doll and a healthy snack to class.

Kate Howes is a DeWitt Observer staff writer.

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Yates Elementary School first-grade teacher Erin Backaus prepared for what she knew would be a school year unlike any in her 16 years as an educator. Kaitlyn Strangis, a student teacher joining Backaus this year as part of a two-year placement, prepared for her first year in a classroom.

Its definitely a unique situation for Kaitlyn, Backaus said in a recent interview. Everything looks so different.

The pair spaced desks six feet apart, removed the soft furniture they wont be able to use this year and prepared to teach students wearing facemasks and grappling with the social and emotional fallout of a global pandemic. The teachers adopted a flexible approach, knowing they would need to respond to the needs of their students and be ready to adapt at a moments notice.

There is no program that says how to be a virtual teacher, we are really just flying by the seat of our pants, Strangis said. I saw it as an opportunity. We can say kids are missing out and its not the same, but we still have a job and responsibility to do, and that is to make sure kids learn, that they are loved and cared for and safe in our hands.

Strangis joined Backaus classroom which was moved from Yates to Zoller Elementary School after the district closed half of its buildings to save money as part of Classroom Academy, a program that places student teachers in local districts for two-year placements. Schenectady joined the program last year and maintained its student-teacher placements this year, despite massive layoffs imposed in September.

The placements extend well beyond typical student-teacher placements and state requirements but aim to develop a new model for teacher preparation, one that gives student-teachers a chance to experience the entire classroom experience from the first to the last day of school. And then again the next year.

Because we are longer, we have more opportunities for [the student-teachers] to really weather a storm like this and get the full experience, said Colleen McDonald, who manages the Classroom Academy program, which is run through the Washington-Saratoga-Warren-Essex-Hamilton BOCES.

McDonald said the program currently has seven students placed in Schenectady schools and a smaller number placed in the Cambridge, Stillwater and Beekmantown school districts. The pandemic disrupted efforts to expand to new places as districts brace for budget cuts and some people who had considered changing careers into education put those plans on pause in the face of economic uncertainty.

But for the teachers who continued placements from last year or started new ones this year, McDonald said they will have a learning experience that will serve them well into their careers. And she said the support of experienced teachers will go a long way for student teachers entering a classroom during a tumultuous time in education.

This is the kind of experience that drives early-career educators out of the field, but they actually have support built in as they learn this, McDonald said.

Some districts and teachers have passed on student-teacher placements this year, complicating the work of teacher preparation programs working to ensure prospective teachers have the opportunity to meet teacher certification requirements during the pandemic. State officials eased the rules of the placements to enable student teachers to work in an all-remote environment, but interim state Education Commissioner Betty Rosa still had to send a letter to districts earlier this month encouraging them to maintain student-teacher programs this school year.

During this time of unprecedented uncertainty and challenge, it is more important than ever to ensure that the pipeline of prospective teachers remains open and active, Rosa wrote in the message to districts.

Jason Lane, dean of the University at Albany School of Education, said some of the colleges students struggled to finalize placements this year but that all have been able to do so. He said some are joining all-remote classes including some who have taken remote placements in New York City schools while others are working in in-person classes. While the placements were more work to finalize than in previous years, Lane said every student was able to be placed somewhere.

Lane said the broader education community has been bracing for a teacher shortage in recent years and that the shortage has only been exacerbated since the pandemic. The pandemic caused many older educators to move up retirement plans, Lane said, and educators worry the stress the pandemic has caused on the education system will turn people away from teaching.

On the one hand, Im concerned that what happened recently may discourage young people from going into teaching, Lane said. On the other hand, Im hoping some of them [young people] will have seen the incredibly important role teachers play in their their lives, and they will be inspired by it and consider pursuing a career as a teacher.

Lane said the college actually saw an increase in students enrolled in its programs this fall: the school of educations overall enrollment climbed from 1,188 in fall 2019 to 1,282 this fall.

Strangis, a graduate student in SUNY Plattsburghs teacher education program, has helped to effectively shrink the student-teacher ratio in Backaus first grade class and played a key role supporting students as they caught up from a disrupted kindergarten year. She has also helped develop activities that utilize the new technologies at play in classrooms.

We are going to have that much more opportunity to utilize Kaitlyn, and she has such a larger opportunity to learn, Backaus said. Not only is Kaitlyn learning from observing me, Im actually learning from Kaitlyn. She is from a younger generation, where she does all of these unique things.

Strangis said she has learned this year that things dont always go as planned and that she will have to be willing to be flexible in the classroom when one thing doesnt work, try something different.

Sometimes our applications, sometimes they work and sometimes they dont work. Flexibility has been huge, Strangis said. Teachers normally plan everything and this is something none of us have planned for. Not only are the kids learning, but we are learning too.

Backaus said the flexibility Strangis is learning this year will come in handy throughout her career.

If this was her very first year, she will be able to adjust to everything, Backaus said.

Connor Kuebler, also a student at SUNY Platssburgh, is in his second year in the program at Oneida Middle School. Working with classroom teacher Richard DeCarr, Kuebler said his experience starting last year, working with DeCarr through an overnight shift to online learning and then being a part of the mixed model of both in-person and remote education this year, has given him a wide-ranging experience as a student teacher.

I couldnt imagine having to be a teacher with only 12 weeks of student-teaching experience, Kuebler said.Ive got experience teaching fully in-person, teaching full online and now experience in a hybrid classroom. I feel like Im pretty much prepared for anything.

DeCarr said the extended length of Kueblers placement allows him to become part of the classroom community and gain a better understanding of the small things that go into building a productive learning environment for students. The placement has also given DeCarr a chance to reflect on his own practices.

I was learning a lot about my own practice by having to explain it to someone else, DeCarr said.

Like Backaus, DeCarr also said he was grateful to have an extra teacher in the classroom this year, enabling that much more one-one-one time with students, especially since health precautions put in place this year has limited the number of students in class each day.

Its six-to-one, DeCarr said of the smaller-than-usual class size. That [student-to-teacher] ratio doesnt exist anywhere in urban education.

Kuebler said the students have adapted well to the new rules and demonstrated a desire for staying in school.

They are happy to come here every day, and they dont want to jeopardize that, he said.

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WILTON, CT The Wilton Police Department honored two officers as its Officer of the Year and Community Police Officer of the Year this week. The Department had to forego its customary public festivities for a private ceremony due to pandemic considerations.

This year's recipient of the Wilton Officer of the Year Award is Mark Canepari, and Lieutenant Dave Hartman was named Community Police Officer of the Year.

The annual Officer of the Year Award began in 2003 as a way of acknowledging a member of the department who provided exceptional service. The award is granted each year to the member who distinguishes him/herself from their peers by actions which represent the highest standards of the police profession. The members recommended for consideration by supervisors must have no sustained departmental or citizen complaints for the year, must have maintained an acceptable level of productivity and a minimal level of absenteeism. One nomination for this award is submitted by each supervisor.

From the award presentation: "Mark began his career with the Wilton Police Department in December of 2014. He has consistently distinguished himself as a proactive officer. His distinction is particularly evident in his proactive motor vehicle enforcement. In 2019 he conducted 412 traffic stops resulting in 3 DUI arrests, 1 narcotic arrest, and the issuance of 9 infractions for marijuana possession. In addition, he has distinguished himself as a keen criminal investigator, who takes exhaustive efforts to identify those responsible for crimes. Mark also received a letter of commendation, letter of recognition and a life saving award in 2019."

"In looking through Officer Canepari's personnel folder there are many letters from residents thanking him for the professional and caring way that he assisted them in their time of need."

The Community Police Officer of the Year Award acknowledges members of the Wilton Police Department who have demonstrated outstanding service to the community with particular emphasis on the Wilton Police values of integrity, respect, professionalism and community support.

From the award presentation: "Dave began his career with the Wilton Police Department in August 1999. Over the years, he has truly embraced the Department's concept of community policing. He has participated in many community policing events the Department has hosted such as Coffee with a Cop and Shop with a Cop. He has been involved in fund raising efforts for the Special Olympics by volunteering his time for events like Tip a Cop and the annual Special Olympics Torch Run.

"It is safe to say that Lt. Hartman is one who sets the tone for our Department's community engagement activities. He has been at the forefront of organizing and attending community policing events. He has volunteered each year to be the department's lead in assisting the Wilton YMCA in programs like 'Race for Chase' and the annual 'Swamp Romp.' 'Race for Chase' is a program that helps kids in need who typically wouldn't have access to summer programs and organized exercise. This officer helps organize and oversee the donation of bicycles for this program. He is also brave enough to take the plunge each year in below-freezing temperatures at the annual 'Swamp Romp' hosted by the Wilton YMCA. This event raises money for the YMCA's many youth programs.

"Lt. Hartman strives to keep the community safer by conducting frequent Senior Citizen Driver Education classes in partnership with AAA each year. He conducts almost all of the department's road safety surveys, ensuring that citizen concerns on traffic safety are addressed. He has engaged local media outlets to address specific road safety concerns in the Town of Wilton. Dave was also instrumental in creating a presentation on scams that target our senior population and throughout the year has presented this program with other Wilton officers, to various community groups and senior living communities.

"Lt. Hartman recognizes the importance of a police department's interaction with the community in a non-enforcement capacity and sets the example by his own involvement in these activities."

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You may think that exercising regularly is the key to a healthy body. But as soon as you get out of the gym, you end up feeling tired for the rest of the day.

The two hours at the gym in the morning takes a toll on your body.

Dor Eckstein, a famous fitness instructor from Israel, says that too much exercise isn't necessary to achieve your fitness goals. You need to carefully plan a workout schedule and clean up your diet if you want to inch closer toward your fitness goals. It's an absolute honor to hear from Mr. Eckstein today.

Mr. Eckstein, thank you for talking to us today. Can you please tell us why you think people shouldn't pressure themselves too much about exercising?

I agree that training regularly is more logical for many because the more you train, the quicker you achieve your fitness goals. But based on my experience, if you exercise more than you should, you end up getting burned out. Whether you are a student or an employee in an office, a tired body will result in a tired mind. And that's not helpful whether you're studying, working, or trying to lose weight. If you are not a professional athlete, I would suggest you cut down your exercise sessions and limit them three times a week.

What's the difference between eating in small portions multiple times and eating three meals throughout the day?

I always encourage my clients to eat three wholesome and satisfying meals every day. I'm against eating in small portions many times because the body doesn't get time to process the food you eat and convert that into energy.

Consider your body as your car's fuel tank. You don't refill it when you use up a liter of fuel. You wait for the vehicle to consume a significant amount of fuel before you fill the tank. Follow this concept for eating as well. That way, you will burn more calories and get in good shape within a few months.

What are your service charges?

You can select from two packages: one that lasts for six months and lasts for one month. The six-month package costs NIS 445 per month, but you must commit to six months of training. I usually recommend this package because it helps me change your diet and exercise program according to your progress.

You can also go for the one-month package that costs NIS 1800. I'll suggest the exercise and diet programs during our first meeting, and then we can conduct a followup by phone within 30 days to check on your progress.

How do you contact your clients?

Once you agree to work with me, I provide my phone number. I am usually available on my phone all the time, except when I'm talking to one of my clients or sleeping. You can ask me anything about your fitness when I'm available.

Well, thank you so much, Mr. Eckstein. It was great talking to you. We're sure that you can help more people get into their desired shape through proper education about exercise and nutrition.

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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 11, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Loop Insights Inc. (MTRX:TSXV) (RACMF:OTCQB) (the "Company" or "Loop"), a provider of contactless solutions and artificial intelligence ("AI") to drive real-time insights, enhanced customer engagement, and automated venue tracing to the brick and mortar space, is pleased to announce the following:

LAUNCH OF MULTILINGUAL PLATFORM IN SUPPORT OF CANADA-WIDE OPPORTUNITIES WITH NATIONAL BRANDS

Loop is pleased to announce the release of its multilingual capabilities for its digital wallet and venue management platform, which is essential to anticipated national rollouts of each platform in the near future. Languages supported are English, French, and Spanish.

Venue Bubble - Over the past several months Loop Insights has successfully created, launched, and executed its Venue Bubble solution. Specifically, on December 1st, Loop announced Achieving 100% Success in Delivering The First-Ever Fully Integrated Venue Bubble in Live Environments at NCAA College Basketball Tournaments. In that press release, Loop CEO Rob Anson stated:

With the whole world watching, including professional sports leagues and teams, college sports leagues and teams, world-renown venues and hospitality companies, Loop hit it out of the park and provided the world with the empirical data necessary to demonstrate our bubble solution is nothing short of world-class. To this end, we have already commenced significant discussions regarding the possibility of Loop protecting and helping to re-open some of North Americas largest sporting events in 2021.

Given the advanced level of these discussions and requests by potential national partners/clients across North America, Loop incorporated multilingual capabilities in preparation of any potential definitive agreements.

Travel Bubble - On December 9th, Loop announced the enhancement of its Travel Bubble solution and stated:

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We have now commenced significant discussions surrounding travel bubble opportunities with some of North Americas largest airlines, resort operators, venues, and hospitality groups globally. We anticipate this new revenue stream may be significant for the Company as we progress these opportunities in 2021.

Given the advanced level of these discussions and requests by potential national partners/clients across North America, Loop incorporated multilingual capabilities in preparation of any potential definitive agreements.

Loop Insights Service - On December 3rd, Loop announced it had Launched Second Product Into TELUS IoT Marketplace For National Sales and Marketing To TELUS Business Customers. This acceptance into the TELUS IoT Marketplace provides Loop with national sales and marketing exposure across Canada, including national brand TELUS customers that require bilingual capabilities.

Digital Wallets For Contact Tracing and Vaccination - This product release is both timely and necessary with Canadian Provincial and Federal governments looking to provide a unified solution with contact tracing and vaccination certification.

RECEIPT OF $4,600,000 FROM THE EXERCISE OF WARRANTS ALLOWS LOOP TO CONTINUE EXECUTING WITHOUT THE NEED FOR FURTHER FINANCING

Loop is pleased to announce the receipt of approximately $4,600,000 from the exercise of warrants up to December 10, 2020. The proceeds from this latest round of warrants being exercised are expected to provide Loop with the financial resources necessary to fund growth and operations to the end of 2021 at a minimum, assuming the Company wasnt able to generate any further revenue from business operations. As such, the Company does not foresee the need for any financing with the exception of strategic client partners that may want to invest in Loop in order to participate in its growth.

Moreover, as the Company expects to generate meaningful revenue from its current and anticipated sales pipeline over the next 12 months, as well as, receive additional proceeds from further anticipated warrant exercises, the Company is confident it now has the war chest necessary to pursue all anticipated business opportunities as the demand for its solutions continues to grow on a weekly, if not daily basis.

Loop Insights CEO Rob Anson stated, These warrants being exercised significantly bolster our financial strength, resources, and confidence necessary to close on any deal in our pipeline, many of which are of significant size and scale. The continued support and confidence of our valued shareholders are deeply appreciated as we aggressively pursue our growth strategy in 2021."

LOOP TO COMMENCE VERIFIED DISCUSSIONS BY CEO AND KEY PERSONNEL ON AGORACOM FIRST POSTS THIS WEEKEND

The Company is commencing discussions on its CEO Verified Forum on AGORACOM this weekend, which is intended to serve as the Companys primary social media platform for interaction with both current and prospective shareholders in a fully moderated environment. Loop believes this is a necessary and important step given the significant increase in the need for information by investors.

Rob Anson added, Ive always prided myself on responding to all investor inquiries by email, phone or text but given the growth of the Company in 2020, the demand for engagement and discussion by investors has grown to the point that it now makes sense to unify these discussions under one umbrella that provides all investors with the exact same access. AGORACOM provides verification of Loop management, as well as, smart rules of engagement to ensure civilized, constructive, and robust conversation between all of our stakeholders. It will become an invaluable tool given our anticipated developments and I look forward to posting my first comments and interactions with shareholders this weekend.

By engaging and communicating in an open forum free for anyone to view, the Loop Verified Forum provides investors with full transparency and equal access to information, without the trolling, profanity, and nonsense of unmoderated forums and social media platforms.

The Loop Insights Forum can be found at https://agoracom.com/ir/LoopInsights/forums/discussion

AGORACOM Verified Forums provide the first-ever identity verification of small-cap company executives on an investor platform. As a result, Loops CEO and officers can post within a discussion forum without the risk of impersonation, while providing shareholders with the confidence of receiving verified information directly from the Company.

Moreover, the efficiencies of 1:MANY vs 1:1 conversations provide Loop management with significant time management efficiencies that will benefit all shareholders.

This Press Release Is Available On The Loop Insights Verified Forum On AGORACOM For Shareholder Discussion And Management Engagement https://agoracom.com/ir/LoopInsights/forums/discussion

About Loop Insights

Loop Insights Inc. is a Vancouver-based Internet of Things (IoT) technology company that delivers transformative artificial intelligence (AI) automated marketing, contact tracing, and contactless solutions to the brick and mortar space. Its unique IoT device, Fobi, enables data connectivity across online and on-premise platforms to provide real-time, detailed insights and automated, personalized engagement. Its ability to integrate seamlessly into existing infrastructure, and customize campaigns according to each vertical, creates a highly scalable solution for its prospective global clients that span industries. Loop Insights operates in the telecom, casino gaming, sports and entertainment, hospitality, and retail industries, in Canada, the US, the UK, Latin America, Australia, Japan, and Indonesia. Loops products and services are backed by Amazons Partner Network.

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SAN DIEGO, Dec. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The San Diego office of American Specialty Health Incorporated (ASH) has been named among San Diego's "Top Workplaces" in the 8th annual Top Workplaces awards sponsored by the San Diego Union Tribune and Philadelphia-based Energage. This marks ASH's second time to be recognized in the San Diego "Top Workplaces" awards and its fourth award in 2020 as a leading workplace. ASH was also recognized in South Carolina and Texas as a best place to work and was named among the winners in the Midwest region's Healthiest Employers awards. ASH has received dozens of national and regional awards through the decades as a top workplace.

"Creating a company culture where employees feel appreciated, engaged, connected and fulfilled is a tremendous challenge in any environment, so we're especially proud to have earned this award in 2020, during what has probably been one of the most difficult times for businesses and employees in modern history," said ASH Chairman and CEO George DeVries. "It's very gratifying to know that in the midst of a tremendous company-wide transition to a work-from-home status and market demand to maintain the highest levels of service, we received exceptional marks from our employees in the areas of leadership, performance, alignment of values, and connection."

The company also was recognized with the Top Workplaces Spotlight Award for Communication, due to its exemplary employee outreach during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Winners of the Top Workplaces awards are ranked based on employee feedback to an independent survey regarding matters relating to workplace culture, including: Alignment on company direction, values, and cooperation; Coaching for employees through employee development, encouragement and recognition; Connection, through teamwork initiatives that enable employees to work at their full potential; Engagement in productivity, retention, and recruiting; Leadership that inspires employee confidence in the future; Performance in innovation and execution; and Basic foundational characteristics such as pay, benefits, and training.

ASH was founded in 1987 with just $4000 in seed money and has grown into a half- billion-dollar company serving more than 50 million members nationwide. ASH has more than 1,300 employees in offices across the country and has been a 10-time winner on the Inc. 5000 list of the nation's fastest-growing private companies.

About American Specialty HealthAmerican Specialty Health Incorporated (ASH) is one of the nation's premier independent and privately-owned specialty health organizations offering technology-enabled benefits management services, including musculoskeletal health provider networks and programs, fitness center networks and exercise programs, and health management solutions for health plans, insurance carriers, employers and others. ASH has offices in Carmel (Indianapolis), IN, San Diego, CA, Fort Worth, TX, and Columbia, SC, For more information about ASH, visit http://www.ashcompanies.com or call 800-848-3555. Follow us on LinkedIn or Twitter at @ASHCompanies.

Contact:Lisa FreemanAmerican Specialty HealthMobile: 310-422-9200lisaf@ashn.com

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USA TODAY NETWORKand the Gannett Foundation today announced 16 non-profit organizations that will receive national grants from the companys A Community Thrives program.

Now in its fourth year, A Community Thrives awards grants to worthy causes in communities across the U.S. to help create positive change. Supported by the Gannett Foundation, the program also enables non-profits to promote their ideas and efforts on a national platform from the USA TODAY NETWORK, inclusive of USA TODAY and Gannetts hundreds of local media outlets, to drive further support through donations.

After receiving more than 900 submissions from organizations across 45 states, A Community Thrives is awarding $2.3 million in grants: $1 million in National Project Grants and $1.3 million in Local Operating Grants. The programs crowdfunding effort through MightyCause has raised an additional $3,341,000. A total of $5.6 million will be distributed to these non-profits from the Gannett Foundation and the programs fundraising efforts combined.

At Gannett, we take pride in supporting community-building initiatives. ThroughA Community Thrives, we lend financial support to that purpose and rally communities to champion good and meaningful causes. Congratulations and best wishes to these outstanding grant recipients and their amazing projects, said Gannett Chairman and CEO Mike Reed.

The Gannett Foundation selected the 2020 national grants recipients based on the proposed projects viability, sustainability, community need and community building properties and service to historically marginalized and/or under-resourced groups.

The recipients chosen for the 16 grants are as follows:

BUNKER LABS INC, Chicago, IL -- $100,000

Bunker Labs empowers military-connected entrepreneurs to create valuable networks and equip these entrepreneurs with resources & tools necessary to start and grow their businesses. This grant will support the delivery of 50 virtual (or in person if possible) education programs to targeted audiences in 2021.

30,000 Feet,Roseville, MN -- $100,000

30,000 Feet will establish a Black Arts Center that will be an arts and social justice tech hub for creative expression for Black children in Saint Paul to open by February 2022.

FOOD RESCUE US INC, Norwalk, CT (Project in Detroit, MI) -- $100,000

The grant will fund the expansion of Food Rescue US - Detroit to support the growing number of individuals and families experiencing food insecurity in Detroit and the surrounding communities.

CREIGHTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, Phoenix, AZ -- $50,000

Creighton Community Foundation will build vibrant food and culinary communities in east central Phoenix to increase access to nutritious food. This will be accomplished by partnering with a Title I school to build food growing space, refurbish a community food room, operate farmer's markets, and engage community residents in growing and consuming healthy, local food to produce 250 tons of food for 1500 hundred families.

UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL OHIO INC, Columbus, OH -- $50,000

Funds will support the local Racial Equity Partnership providing racial equity training and learning exchanges to staff, board members, volunteers, and clients of health and human service organizations throughout Franklin County reaching 5000 people.

SOLAR AUSTIN, Austin, TX -- $50,000

Solar Austin's Pathways to Clean Energy Careers program will facilitate avenues for students, particularly women and people of color, to enter Austin's clean energy sector; Solar Austin will also develop best practices for local clean energy companies to improve diversity and inclusivity in their recruitment, hiring, and retention efforts.

LSU HEALTH SCIENCES FOUNDATION IN SHREVEPORT, Shreveport, LA -- $50,000

The Eat Right and Move Program will address proper nutrition and exercise to promote better health outcomes in the Hollywood Heights neighborhood of Shreveport, LA. Outcomes will include: a reduction in obesity level and a decrease in cardiovascular risk factors upon completion of the 6 month exercise program, peer health mentors and policy assessment.

ASHEVILLE GREENWORKS, Asheville, NC -- $50,000

GreenWorks plans to reforest the City of Asheville by planting 50,000 trees by 2040 in partnership with businesses, local government, and private citizens. This grant will support shade tree planting, tree give away events targeting redlined, under invested communities and volunteer engagement to support these efforts.

HAVENLY TREATS, New Haven, CT -- $50,000

Havenly Treats will establish a series of paid advocacy workshops focused on building organizing capacity, cultivating solidarity across refugee immigrant communities, and advancing knowledge to build the economic and political power for 6 refugee women.

CREATIVE REACTION LAB, St. Louis, MO -- $50,000

CDAP's Creative Reaction Lab will educate and train formerly incarcerated and criminal justice system-impacted Black and Latinx youth to become civic leaders using a unique equity-centered creative problem-solving framework with six apprentices.

WORDS BEATS AND LIFE INC, Washington, DC -- $25,000

WBL's Creative Employment initiative will offer courses in music production, visual/media arts, performing arts, and the humanities to under-represented students with the goal of the participants becoming active participants in the DC /national creative economy.

GARY FOOD COUNCIL INC, Gary, IN -- $25,000

GFC will develop the Urban Agriculture Youth Educator and Internship program to train and certify up to 100 children aged 12-17 for the nationally recognized Junior Master Gardener program in Gary. The students will then serve as paid interns on area farms and create distribution events to provide food to 1,500 families.

JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF NORTH CENTRAL OHIO, Canton, OH -- $25,000

Junior Achievement will create a virtual platform called vFairs JA that will showcase the region's most in-demand jobs to 5,000 -7,000 North Central Ohio 7th - 12th grade students in to increase access to rewarding and successful career pathways.

MESA UNITED WAY INC, Mesa, AZ (Project in Phoenix, AZ) -- $25,000

Helen Hopes, a program of the Mesa United Way, Culver Street project will provide a transitional housing space, a safe, stable environment, for Foster360 program participants who are experiencing homelessness. The grant will support two Culver Street apartments.

HOMELESS CHILDRENS PLAYTIME PROJECT INC, Washington, DC -- $25,000

The Playtime Project works towards a long- term goal of increasing resiliency in children experiencing homelessness, thereby helping to break the cycle of chronic family homelessness. The grant will support the expansion of its child centered play program to a short-term family housing site in Ward 8 in Washington, DC and will pilot a program at the Rolark, a family shelter, to serve up to 100 children.

BETTER TOGETHER FLOURISH NOW, Naples, FL -- $25,000

Better Together provides temporary housing and support services to families needing foster care with the end-goal of family re-unification. The program will expand to serve 150 additional children with temporary foster host families and wrap-around support services.

For more information, visit A Community Thrives.

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Video above: Boston-area gym Home Base pivots business during pandemicThings were looking up for Jason Zenga in late 2019 and in early 2020.The personal trainer worked out of a gym based in Santa Monica, California, where he taught classes twice a week. He also worked as an independent corporate trainer through a partnership with his friend, where they'd go to offices and train employees at companies across Los Angeles.But business began to dry up in March, as local and federal governments began implementing stricter policies to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus. All of a sudden, the gym that employed Zenga closed. There were no offices to go to train employees at, and Zenga could only train the last few of his clients virtually. He had to apply for unemployment benefits."All the uncertainty was frustrating," Zenga told CNN. Meanwhile, on the other side of the country, Atlanta-based trainer Bria Young found her business booming during the pandemic. When gyms began to close, Young transitioned to packaging workouts into online digital programs on her website and began selling them."It completely flip-flopped, I didn't even need to go back to in-person training," Young told CNN. "I was able to find a new passion during this pandemic."There's no question that the fitness industry has been upended by the pandemic and for some trainers like Zenga, the last 10 months have proved to be financially devastating. For others, like Young, the pandemic has turned into a fruitful opportunity to pivot to virtual full time.Fitness industry lost 480,000 jobs due to COVID-19The fitness industry employed 3 million part-time and full-time employees prior to the pandemic, and as of Oct. 1 at least 480,000 jobs have been lost, according to the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA), a global trade association for the health and fitness industry."While other small businesses could pivot and sell online or do take-out orders, health clubs, and their staff of personal trainers and group instructors, had no real opportunities to earn revenue," IHRSA spokesperson Sami Smith told CNN in an email.Capacity restrictions on gyms meant "fewer people are visiting the club, which also translates to less personal training sessions and group exercise classes," Smith said."Some clubs and trainers have successfully pivoted to make money with outdoor workouts and virtual classes, but these are nowhere near enough to cover the difference."Patrons stopped going to the gym once COVID-19 hitPrior to the pandemic, more than half of U.S. exercisers were working out at home, according to a September report from the market intelligence agency Mintel.With COVID-19 wreaking havoc on the U.S., people are even less likely now to go to their local gym."When asked about their comfort level returning to certain activities, over half of consumers said they were not comfortable going back to the gym," Mintel's report found.That meant a blow to a lot of personal trainers' pockets."All of a sudden it's a number missing from your bank account," said Chiheb Soumer, a personal training and wellness expert based out of Los Angeles, whose entire business model at one point was training in corporate offices."I lost 50% of my personal training clients because people are just scared. Gyms are closed so unless you have your own gym or you train outside, it's tricky."Going virtual didn't work for everyoneThe pivot to virtual was not an easy one across the board for personal trainers."I know trainers now who are doing security because they don't have enough clientele, they've been forced to do other jobs," said Ricardo Cornett, a trainer in Atlanta.Zenga, the Los Angeles trainer who applied for unemployment, said he wasn't the biggest fan of virtual training."It's really hard to establish a connection with someone who you've never met in person and if they don't have access to equipment," he said.While Zenga did try virtual training, he said "the attendance rate was super low, but the attrition was super high" because people would come in, check it out and never come back.Virtual training was also very difficult for him because he charged for all his virtual sessions, whereas other trainers did it for free."The only people that stuck around with the online stuff were people who knew me," Zenga said.Soumer, Zenga's business partner, said it's also difficult to give directions for exercises virtually and see if clients are doing it correctly. That's why he enjoys "the personal part of personal training much more."Related video: One person in a spin class triggered a COVID-19 outbreak at a cycling studio even with precautions in placeGoing virtual meant getting creativeThe pandemic has also changed the entire job of a personal trainer, one that is solely based on human interaction in a time where interacting can mean contracting the virus. Personal trainers have had to become more creative and entrepreneurial than ever before."Never in my life have I ever had to be quite so creative professionally," said Samm Haden, a trainer based out of Los Angeles, who said that the pandemic has allowed her to "find a whole other level of creativity."Both Haden and Young, the Atlanta-based trainer, went the virtual route and saw a lot of success.Haden initially took a week and a half off to brainstorm how she could move forward during the pandemic. She began doing live videos on Instagram three times a week, which transitioned into 30-day online video challenges on YouTube that she films with her family. As part of that challenge she created accountability groups on Facebook, so people could feel more connected."It allows people to feel like they're getting to know people as they're working out and building a relationship," Haden told CNN. "That helps people feel committed to people and accountability with other people."Similarly, Young said she always had a dream of going online despite training in a gym prior to the pandemic. When everything started changing, she began offering her gym program online, and created different challenges like "Squatober," bikini and nutrition challenges, which more than tripled her income.Young said she plans to take a step back from the in-person training going into the new year."I'm realizing I can reach a lot more people being online with my training," Young said. "Hopefully I can create an app at some point."Trainers remain hopeful about the futurePersonal trainers tend to be very positive people for the most part, said Soumer, the Los Angeles trainer."Even if you want to stay positive, you can't deny that this year is harder than previous years," Soumer said. "So many gyms closed, so many trainers lost their jobs. It sucks."But trainers like he and Zenga still have hope that the fitness industry will bounce back, eventually.Soumer still has four clients going forward he plans to work on things he can control. He's revamping his social media presence and building a website.Zenga, who was on a cross-country road trip at the time this article was written, said he plans to head back to Los Angeles and open a boxing gym."As soon as the government let's us operate," he said, "we're ready to rock."

Video above: Boston-area gym Home Base pivots business during pandemic

Things were looking up for Jason Zenga in late 2019 and in early 2020.

The personal trainer worked out of a gym based in Santa Monica, California, where he taught classes twice a week. He also worked as an independent corporate trainer through a partnership with his friend, where they'd go to offices and train employees at companies across Los Angeles.

But business began to dry up in March, as local and federal governments began implementing stricter policies to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus. All of a sudden, the gym that employed Zenga closed. There were no offices to go to train employees at, and Zenga could only train the last few of his clients virtually. He had to apply for unemployment benefits.

"All the uncertainty was frustrating," Zenga told CNN.

Meanwhile, on the other side of the country, Atlanta-based trainer Bria Young found her business booming during the pandemic. When gyms began to close, Young transitioned to packaging workouts into online digital programs on her website and began selling them.

"It completely flip-flopped, I didn't even need to go back to in-person training," Young told CNN. "I was able to find a new passion during this pandemic."

There's no question that the fitness industry has been upended by the pandemic and for some trainers like Zenga, the last 10 months have proved to be financially devastating. For others, like Young, the pandemic has turned into a fruitful opportunity to pivot to virtual full time.

The fitness industry employed 3 million part-time and full-time employees prior to the pandemic, and as of Oct. 1 at least 480,000 jobs have been lost, according to the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA), a global trade association for the health and fitness industry.

"While other small businesses could pivot and sell online or do take-out orders, health clubs, and their staff of personal trainers and group instructors, had no real opportunities to earn revenue," IHRSA spokesperson Sami Smith told CNN in an email.

Capacity restrictions on gyms meant "fewer people are visiting the club, which also translates to less personal training sessions and group exercise classes," Smith said.

"Some clubs and trainers have successfully pivoted to make money with outdoor workouts and virtual classes, but these are nowhere near enough to cover the difference."

Prior to the pandemic, more than half of U.S. exercisers were working out at home, according to a September report from the market intelligence agency Mintel.

With COVID-19 wreaking havoc on the U.S., people are even less likely now to go to their local gym.

"When asked about their comfort level returning to certain activities, over half of consumers said they were not comfortable going back to the gym," Mintel's report found.

That meant a blow to a lot of personal trainers' pockets.

"All of a sudden it's a number missing from your bank account," said Chiheb Soumer, a personal training and wellness expert based out of Los Angeles, whose entire business model at one point was training in corporate offices.

"I lost 50% of my personal training clients because people are just scared. Gyms are closed so unless you have your own gym or you train outside, it's tricky."

The pivot to virtual was not an easy one across the board for personal trainers.

"I know trainers now who are doing security because they don't have enough clientele, they've been forced to do other jobs," said Ricardo Cornett, a trainer in Atlanta.

Zenga, the Los Angeles trainer who applied for unemployment, said he wasn't the biggest fan of virtual training.

"It's really hard to establish a connection with someone who you've never met in person and if they don't have access to equipment," he said.

While Zenga did try virtual training, he said "the attendance rate was super low, but the attrition was super high" because people would come in, check it out and never come back.

Virtual training was also very difficult for him because he charged for all his virtual sessions, whereas other trainers did it for free.

"The only people that stuck around with the online stuff were people who knew me," Zenga said.

Soumer, Zenga's business partner, said it's also difficult to give directions for exercises virtually and see if clients are doing it correctly. That's why he enjoys "the personal part of personal training much more."

Related video: One person in a spin class triggered a COVID-19 outbreak at a cycling studio even with precautions in place

The pandemic has also changed the entire job of a personal trainer, one that is solely based on human interaction in a time where interacting can mean contracting the virus. Personal trainers have had to become more creative and entrepreneurial than ever before.

"Never in my life have I ever had to be quite so creative professionally," said Samm Haden, a trainer based out of Los Angeles, who said that the pandemic has allowed her to "find a whole other level of creativity."

Both Haden and Young, the Atlanta-based trainer, went the virtual route and saw a lot of success.

Haden initially took a week and a half off to brainstorm how she could move forward during the pandemic. She began doing live videos on Instagram three times a week, which transitioned into 30-day online video challenges on YouTube that she films with her family. As part of that challenge she created accountability groups on Facebook, so people could feel more connected.

"It allows people to feel like they're getting to know people as they're working out and building a relationship," Haden told CNN. "That helps people feel committed to people and accountability with other people."

Similarly, Young said she always had a dream of going online despite training in a gym prior to the pandemic. When everything started changing, she began offering her gym program online, and created different challenges like "Squatober," bikini and nutrition challenges, which more than tripled her income.

Young said she plans to take a step back from the in-person training going into the new year.

"I'm realizing I can reach a lot more people being online with my training," Young said. "Hopefully I can create an app at some point."

Personal trainers tend to be very positive people for the most part, said Soumer, the Los Angeles trainer.

"Even if you want to stay positive, you can't deny that this year is harder than previous years," Soumer said. "So many gyms closed, so many trainers lost their jobs. It sucks."

But trainers like he and Zenga still have hope that the fitness industry will bounce back, eventually.

Soumer still has four clients going forward he plans to work on things he can control. He's revamping his social media presence and building a website.

Zenga, who was on a cross-country road trip at the time this article was written, said he plans to head back to Los Angeles and open a boxing gym.

"As soon as the government let's us operate," he said, "we're ready to rock."

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