2024-11-29 Memorial Honoring the Lost Children of Ukraine 🕯️ Dear supporters of Ukraine, join us for a solemn memorial service dedicated to honoring the memory of Ukrainian children who have lost their lives due to Russia’s ongoing genocidal war against Ukraine. 🗓 Date: Friday, November 29 ⏰ Time: 12:00 noon 📍 Where: West hillside of the Washington Monument, D.C. FB Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/15NCWfWcav/ Event Highlights: 1. A tribute to over 600 children killed during the invasion, represented by 600 teddy bears adorned with yellow and blue ribbons. These bears, funded by donors and American children through fundraisers, will later be sent to Ukrainian orphanages and hospitals. 2. A memorial ceremony featuring: - Performances of the national anthems of Ukraine and the United States; - The reading of the names of the deceased children, each accompanied by the toll of a bell; - Prayers for all children affected by the war, including those who are wounded, orphaned, displaced, or missing; - Musical tributes, including "Prayer for Ukraine" and "Melody” by Skoryk performed by violinists. 3.This event aims to honor the innocent lives lost and bring global attention to the ongoing tragedies affecting Ukraine’s children. Following the ceremony, attendees may proceed to key locations, including the White House, Capitol, and embassies, to display teddy bears in solidarity. Rescue Ukraine, led by Director Jeff Abrams, is organizing a Memorial to Remember the Children of Ukraine Killed by Russia. The event is joined by several Ukrainian and U.S.-based organizations, including Next Generation for Christ, US Ukrainian Activists, United Help Ukraine, and Anomaly. Together, we remember, honor, and stand united.🕯️ #HonorTheChildren #StandWithUkraine #PrayForUkraine

In 1914, Ernest Holmes transformed the world of roadside assistance with the invention of the first tow truck, known as the "Holmes Wrecker." Operating out of Chattanooga, Tennessee, Holmes modified a 1912 Cadillac by adding a pulley and crane system, enabling it to safely recover vehicles that had broken down or been in accidents. This innovation came at a time when automobiles were becoming more widespread, yet there were few systems in place for vehicle recovery. Holmes’s creation filled a critical gap in the growing automotive industry, offering a practical solution for stranded drivers… Holmes's invention not only simplified the process of towing but also set the foundation for the future of the industry. The robust construction and efficient design of the Holmes Wrecker provided a reliable method for recovering vehicles, making it an indispensable tool for motorists and businesses alike. As the popularity of automobiles surged in the early 20th century, so did the need for towing services, leading to the rapid growth of an entirely new sector within the transportation industry… Today, the legacy of the Holmes Wrecker endures in modern tow trucks, which often incorporate similar mechanical principles in their design. The 1915 Holmes Wrecker, captured in a photograph by Jonas Brock, stands as a testament to the innovation and ingenuity of the early automotive era. It reminds us of how one man’s vision and resourcefulness helped shape an industry that continues to play a vital role in the lives of motorists around the world… https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18hP3JjiiJ/

Though, it's hard to imagine now, in the 1950's, if the electricity was out, you could run a gas pump off a lawnmower's power belt. In fact, for the automobile's first five decades, rural service stations and country stores often had to make do in creative ways until the pump repairman could come around. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/186KpF8GKf/

Did You Know That the train route from San Francisco to New York is one of the longest and most scenic in the United States, crossing a wide range of landscapes and regions? The service is operated by Amtrak, but there is no direct train, usually requiring a transfer in Chicago. Here's a summary of the route: Departure: San Francisco, California (Emeryville Station) The journey typically begins at Emeryville Station, as there is no Amtrak station in San Francisco itself. However, there is a connecting bus service from downtown San Francisco. Train: California Zephyr From Emeryville, passengers board the California Zephyr, one of Amtrak’s most iconic routes. This train travels through the heart of the United States, passing stunning landscapes like the Rocky Mountains and the Sierra Nevada. Key destinations: Sacramento, Reno, Salt Lake City, Denver, Omaha. Travel time: Approximately 51-52 hours from Emeryville to Chicago. Transfer in Chicago At Chicago Union Station, passengers need to switch trains. The train that typically continues to New York is the Lake Shore Limited. Train: Lake Shore Limited This train follows the route along Lake Michigan and the Hudson River before reaching New York. Key destinations: Toledo, Cleveland, Buffalo, Albany. Travel time: Approximately 20 hours from Chicago to New York. Arrival: New York (Penn Station) The journey ends at Penn Station in New York, located in the heart of Manhattan. Total travel time: Approximately 70 to 75 hours (depending on layover and transfer times in Chicago). https://www.facebook.com/share/p/TbUMbnjQsXZzuauh/ #DidYouKnow #didyouknowthat #factsyoudidntknow

TIPS ON PUMPING GAS I don't know what you guys are paying for gasoline.... My line of work is in petroleum for about 31 years now, so here are some tricks to get more of your money's worth for every gallon: Here at the Kinder Morgan Pipeline where I work in San Jose , CA we deliver about 4 million gallons in a 24-hour period thru the pipeline.. One day is diesel the next day is jet fuel, and gasoline, regular and premium grades. We have 34-storage tanks here with a total capacity of 16,800,000 gallons. ✅ Only buy or fill up your car or truck in the early morning when the ground temperature is still cold. Remember that all service stations have their storage tanks buried below ground. The colder the ground the more dense the gasoline, when it gets warmer gasoline expands, so buying in the afternoon or in the evening....your gallon is not exactly a gallon. In the petroleum business, the specific gravity and the temperature of the gasoline, diesel and jet fuel, ethanol and other petroleum products plays an important role. A 1-degree rise in temperature is a big deal for this business. But the service stations do not have temperature compensation at the pumps. ✅ When you're filling up do not squeeze the trigger of the nozzle to a fast mode If you look you will see that the trigger has three (3) stages: low, middle, and high. You should be pumping on low mode, thereby minimizing the vapors that are created while you are pumping. All hoses at the pump have a vapor return. If you are pumping on the fast rate, some of the liquid that goes to your tank becomes vapor. Those vapors are being sucked up and back into the underground storage tank so you're getting less worth for your money. ✅ One of the most important tips is to fill up when your gas tank is HALF FULL. The reason for this is the more gas you have in your tank the less air occupying its empty space. Gasoline evaporates faster than you can imagine. Gasoline storage tanks have an internal floating roof. This roof serves as zero clearance between the gas and the atmosphere, so it minimizes the evaporation. Unlike service stations, here where I work, every truck that we load is temperature compensated so that every gallon is actually the exact amount. ✅ Another reminder, if there is a gasoline truck pumping into the storage tanks when you stop to buy gas, DO NOT fill up; most likely the gasoline is being stirred up as the gas is being delivered, and you might pick up some of the dirt that normally settles. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1PhP6GwbMr54pvmv/

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The much anticipated moment is here! Monday, June 26 marks the first day of business in South Carolina! The city of Spartanburg will be home to our 14th branch, expanding our in-person financial services to 8 states from coast to coast. When asked about his thoughts related to opening a branch in South Carolina, Oleg Lebedko, UFCU CEO, said, “We have been looking forward to this day for nearly a year, and we thank everyone who helped make this a reality. Our team worked diligently over several months to ensure that we will be able to provide the best possible branch experience for our members and guests.” In 2019 we opened a branch in Matthews, NC, just outside of downtown Charlotte, and it wasn’t long until we confirmed our ambitions to further expand in the southeast region of the U.S. As always, we’re grateful to our members and staff, who are truly our guiding light as we enter this new chapter in our history. We look forward to seeing you in our new branch! Address: 225 W Blackstock Road Ste A300, Spartanburg, SC 29301 Hours: M-Th: 9am – 5pm Fri: 9am – 6pm Sat: 9am – 12pm Contact details: Nataliya Chey, Branch Manager Ph: (864) 754-3770 Fax: (864) 754-3771 nchey@ukrainianfcu.org