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NASA Invites Media for Launch of New Disaster Response System

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WASHINGTON, June 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — NASA invites media to an event at the agency’s headquarters at 2 p.m. EDT Thursday, June 13, to learn about a new Disaster Response Coordination System that will provide communities and organizations around the world with access to science and data to aid disaster response.

The event will be held in NASA’s James E. Webb Auditorium at 300 E St. SW, Washington, and air live on NASA Television and the agency’s website. To attend the briefing in person, media should RSVP no later than 12 p.m. EDT June 13, to Liz Vlock at elizabeth.a.vlock@nasa.gov. NASA’s media accreditation policy is online.

The briefing speakers include:

NASA Administrator Bill NelsonNASA Deputy Administrator Pam MelroyNicky Fox, associate administrator, NASA Science Mission DirectorateKaren St. Germain, division director, NASA Earth Sciences DivisionJainey Bavishi, deputy administrator, NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)Erik Hooks, deputy administrator, Federal Emergency Management AgencyDavid Applegate, director, U.S. Geological SurveyDianna Darsney de Salcedo, assistant to the U.S. Agency for International Development administratorClayton Turner, director, NASA Langley Research CenterShanna McClain, program manager, NASA Disasters ProgramJoshua Barnes, manager, NASA Disaster Response Coordination SystemJudith Mitrani-Reiser, senior scientist, National Institute of Standards and Technology

The Disaster Response Coordination System will connect NASA’s Earth science data, technology, and expertise with disaster response organizations in the U.S. and internationally. The goal is to reduce disaster impacts to lives and livelihoods through timely, actionable, and accurate information.

For more information about NASA’s Disasters program, visit: 

https://disasters.nasa.gov/response 

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NASA Awards Project Support Bridge Contract

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WASHINGTON, May 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — NASA has awarded a bridge contract to ASRC Federal System Solutions LLC of Beltsville, Maryland, to provide financial support and project planning and control services to the agency.

The Program Analysis and Control Bridge Contract has a total potential value up to $98 million with a 13-month period of performance beginning Saturday, May 24. The contract includes both cost-plus-fixed-fee and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity components.

The scope of the work includes business functions such as accounting, scheduling, documentation and configuration management, as well as security compliance. The work will occur at NASA Headquarters in Washington, Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, and Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia.

For information about NASA and agency programs, visit:

https://www.nasa.gov/

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Johnny Manziel and Bryce Hall to Headline ReBet Celebrity Live Dealer Night

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Former Heisman Trophy Winner and Viral Influencer to Live Deal Blackjack and Spin the Roulette Wheel on the ReBet App & Website

Players and Fans Can Talk Directly to Manziel and Hall on the ReBet Blackjack and Roulette Tables from 7-10 pm ET on May 23

HANOVER, N.H., May 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ReBet, the cutting-edge free-to-play social sportsbook & casino, today announced that Heisman Trophy winning quarterback Johnny Manziel, and social media influencer Bryce Hall, will be live dealing blackjack and spinning the roulette wheel on Friday, May 23, 2025, from 7-10 pm ET during the ReBet Celebrity Live Dealer Night, a first-of-its-kind event.

Through ReBet’s live “chat” function, players and fans will have the chance to interact directly with Manziel and Hall throughout the night while playing these games, reflecting ReBet’ s foundational commitment to fostering a community-centric approach which encourages social interaction and fandom.

To participate in the Celebrity Live Dealer Night, users can sign up for free (via their website www.play.rebet.app, the Apple App Store, or the Google Play Store) to enter ReBet’s social casino and then select Manziel or Hall as their live dealer on the Blackjack and Roulette tables.

“When we founded ReBet, we sought to build a fun, social-first community that would bring people together to connect, share and interact around the games and sports they love,” said Carson Hubbard, CEO of ReBet. “Bringing Johnny and Bryce on to interact with our users reflects our commitment to creating first-of-its-kind experiences for our users, by allowing them to connect with their favorite celebrities in a fun and safe way. We are thrilled that they are joining us on Friday night and look forward to providing ReBet users with additional unique opportunities like this in the future.”

Johnny Manziel, or “Johnny Football,” is a former quarterback who rose to stardom and won the Heisman Trophy at Texas A&M. As a first-round selection in the NFL Draft in 2014, Manziel went on to play for the Cleveland Browns before continuing his professional career in the CFL, AAF, and Fan Controlled Football League. Following his playing career, Manziel has focused on media, entrepreneurship, and fan engagements, and remains a prominent and influential figure in sports and pop culture.

Bryce Hall is a leading Gen-Z influencer with more than 26 million followers across all social media and digital platforms. Hall, who originally rose to stardom on TikTok, has since expanded his brand outside of the social media world and into the film industry, where he has starred in several movies.

ReBet was established in March 2024 and took off in its first year. Today, the app has hundreds of thousands of monthly active users and has quickly become the go-to platform for sports fans and gamers looking for a social, competitive place to compete.

In just over a year, ReBet has taken its original social sportsbook and expanded to offer a social casino featuring more than 40 different 24/7 live dealer games, as well as thousands of non-live interactive games.

For more information on ReBet please visit www.rebet.app. To play, go to their website www.play.rebet.app, the Apple App Store, or the Google Play Store.

About ReBet:
ReBet is a first-of-its-kind, social sportsbook & casino where fans can connect, share and celebrate their love for sports and play their favorite casino style games entirely for free. Launched in March 2024, ReBet has a community-centric approach that allows users to compete in contests and ride out picks with their friends using the patent pending “ReBet” feature. Through our innovative social media feed and easy-to-read lines, the ReBet App provides an engaging atmosphere that is accessible, inclusive and interactive for all, regardless of their traditional sports betting knowledge. ReBet provides access to official and real-time data for more than 60 professional and college sports leagues, offering an unmatched user experience. For more information on ReBet, please visit, www.rebet.app.

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Tarrant County Engages Avèro Advisors to Lead ERP Landscape Assessment and Strategic Roadmapping

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KNOXVILLE, Tenn., May 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Avèro Advisors, a nationally recognized independent consulting firm specializing in public sector transformation, is pleased to announce it has been selected by Tarrant County, Texas to provide Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) advisory services. Through this partnership, Avèro will conduct a county-wide evaluation of the current ERP landscape and operational workflows, providing expert insight to help the County plan for the future.

Tarrant County awarded Avèro the contract following a competitive procurement process. The initiative centers on a detailed needs assessment and strategic analysis of business functions across County departments. The findings will guide leadership in identifying improvement opportunities and establishing a clear, actionable roadmap—whether that involves optimizing the existing system or pursuing other enhancements.

“Good decisions begin with a clear understanding of where you are,” said Abhijit Verekar, CEO of Avèro Advisors. “Tarrant County is taking a thoughtful, data-driven approach to evaluating its ERP environment. Our role is to provide the expert guidance they need to uncover the right path forward—with clarity, confidence, and a commitment to their long-term success.”

Key Objectives of the Engagement:

ERP Environment Assessment: Review of the County’s current ERP ecosystem, including technology, user experience, and functional alignment across departments.
Operational Workflow Analysis: Detailed documentation and evaluation of core business functions to uncover pain points, duplication, and modernization opportunities.
Strategic Roadmap Development: Creation of a future-oriented plan that aligns technology investments with operational priorities—tailored to County goals.
Optional Support for Future Procurement: Advisory services may extend to vendor evaluation and implementation support should the County choose to pursue changes.

This engagement reflects Tarrant County’s commitment to proactive governance, fiscal responsibility, and continuous improvement through technology and process alignment.

About Avèro Advisors
Avèro Advisors is a premier independent consulting firm guiding public sector organizations through complex digital transformations. With a focus on ERP modernization, process improvement, and operational strategy, Avèro equips governments with the tools and insights needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape.

About Tarrant County
Located in North Texas, Tarrant County serves a population of over two million residents and is one of the fastest-growing and most diverse counties in the nation. The County is dedicated to efficient, transparent service delivery and strategic investment in modern infrastructure.

Media Contact:
Abhijit Verekar
CEO/Founder
Avèro Advisors 
av@averoadvisors.com
averoadvisors.com

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