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Colorado Burger King Franchisee, Ocedon, Donates $5,600 to The Home Front Cares
Ocedon Recently Partnered with Military Veterans Organization, The Home Front Cares, to Support the Men and Women Who Serve Our Country. - May 29, 2019 - Ocedon
Turkey Burgers Seen as the Better Option on National Hamburger Day, May 28
New Book “The No Mammal Manifesto” asks Americans to go “cold turkey” on the cow and stick to non-beef alternatives - May 28, 2019 - Adam Rogers
New “fasting to Feed” Campaign Launches During the Month of Ramadan
Humanity First USA (HFUSA), with the support of Ahmadiyya Muslim Community USA, is launching its Fasting to Feed campaign during the final 10 days of Ramadan this year through June 6, 2019, in an effort to help Americans suffering from hunger. By fasting for over 16 hours a day during this month,... - May 26, 2019 - Humanity First
Utah Real Estate Brokerage Opens Specialty Veterans Office
Aubrey and Associates Realty has opened a new real estate office focused on serving military veterans. The branch office is licensed from the Utah Division of Real Estate under the name Aubrey and Associates Realty (Veterans). All agents of this office have themselves served in the armed forces and... - May 25, 2019 - Aubrey and Associates Realty
Kari R. Wilson Recognized as a Woman of the Month for April 2019 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Kari R. Wilson of Pilot Rock, Oregon has been recognized as a Woman of the Month for April 2019 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of healthcare. Each month P.O.W.E.R. features women to... - May 25, 2019 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Origin Wireless Delivers Unique LifeLog-as-a-Service “LaaS” Well-Being Monitoring Solution for Elderly Care
Origin's TRM combines wireless and AI to provide 24/7 well-being monitoring with no cumbersome wearables or invasive cameras. - May 24, 2019 - Origin Wireless
Sons of Norway CEO Eivind Heiberg Supports WWII Memorial Effort
Sons of Norway CEO Eivind Heiberg, acting in his dual capacity as Honorary Consulate General for the Kingdom of Norway, made an appearance at Fort Snelling Tuesday in support of an effort to memorialize the 99th Infantry Battalion, an elite unit of Norwegian-speaking soldiers who fought for the U.S. - May 24, 2019 - Sons of Norway
BDA Advises Hwa Sung Cosmetics on Sale to Affirma Capital/SCPE
BDA Partners is pleased to announce that its client, the founder of Hwa Sung Cosmetics (“Hwa Sung”), has agreed to divest a controlling equity stake in Hwa Sung to Affirma Capital, formerly known as Standard Chartered Private Equity (“SCPE”). The value of the transaction is... - May 24, 2019 - BDA Partners Ltd
OneDay Launches Residential Property Search for Hong Kong
OneDay (https://www.oneday.com.hk) is proud to announce the launch of their new search feature that now includes residential properties in Hong Kong in addition to office space and industrial warehouses. The Hong Kong property sector is unlike any other in the world; over 98% of the population... - May 24, 2019 - Oneday Group Ltd.
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power Systems at Holy Spirit Church & School - East Bay Church & School Go Solar with Diocese of Oakland Solar Program
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft, a leading North Bay solar installer for over 35 years, recently completed the installation of a 68.6 kW DC solar system at Holy Spirit Church and an 89.6 kW DC solar system on the adjoining Holy Spirit School in Fremont, CA. - May 24, 2019 - SolarCraft
First Responders Unite to Arrest and Extinguish ALS
Inaugural Arrest and Extinguish event at Tanglewood raises over $50,000 for ALS research. - May 23, 2019 - ALS Therapy Development Institute
Alex Salmond TV Show Soars Beyond 220,000 Viewers via Facebook's Video Platform
The Facebook audience for the former First Minister of Scotland, Alex Salmond's political talk show has soared to over 220,000 viewers on Facebook's "Watch" video platform. The last two programmes featured an interview with top ten UK political blogger, Craig Murray - the former British Ambassador. - May 23, 2019 - Slainte Media Ltd.
Posse Foundation Gala Celebrates 30 Years, Features Chaka Khan and Lesley Stahl
Lesley Stahl will preside at the 2019 Posse Gala at The Metropolitan Museum of Art (6:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 22, 2019), the Foundation announced today. The annual gala is expected to raise $3 million to help public high school students with extraordinary leadership potential. - May 22, 2019 - The Posse Foundation
P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) Honors the Newest Women of Empowerment Members
P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) is proud to recognize their newest Women of Empowerment members who have been honored for their contributions and achievements in the many fields listed. About The New Women of Empowerment Members P.O.W.E.R. (Professional... - May 22, 2019 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Medical Mutts Helps Owner Train Her Own Seizure Alert Dog and Get Her Life Back
Dublin is a very special basset hound. This unusual service dog never misses a seizure and alerts Olivia so that she can prepare and get to a safe place. With him by her side, Olivia has been able to get her life back. Diagnosed with epileptic seizures after high school, Olivia, now in her... - May 21, 2019 - Medical Mutts Service Dogs Inc
P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) Celebrates Their Awards Gala at the Mansion at Oyster Bay
Tonia DeCosimo, founder of P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) celebrated their Awards Gala at the Mansion at Oyster Bay in Woodbury, New York on May 16, 2019. This event was held to celebrate all women. Fifteen extraordinary women were chosen to be honored with... - May 21, 2019 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
National Drug & Alcohol Screening Association Releases Statement on State's Rights Act
Following is a statement from National Drug & Alcohol Screening Association regarding the STATES Act: H.R. 2093/S.1028, known as the “STATES Act,” will perpetuate an unintended consequence, detrimental to U.S. transportation safety, which has been protected by the Omnibus Act for... - May 18, 2019 - National Drug & Alcohol Screening Association
Yardstick Management Expands Leadership Team with the Appointment of Several Talented Senior Consultants
Yardstick Management Welcomes Jeana Brown, Melanie Calhoun and Gil Rodriguez to Leadership Team. - May 18, 2019 - Yardstick Management LLC
The Zalkin Law Firm Responds to California Catholic Dioceses Victims Compensation Fund
Leading victim's attorney responds to California Bishops move to create a "victims compensation fund" for alleged clergy abuse victims. Victims should have legal representation before giving up their options for civil justice, according to Irwin Zalkin, San Diego based victims attorney. - May 17, 2019 - The Zalkin Law Firm
Lauded Motown Songwriter Paul Lubanski Pens Powerful Pro-Life Ballad
"Dear Mom," Michigan native Paul Lubanski’s 21st song release is spiraling around-the-world with the help of the Christian pro-life community. Its message is profoundly presented both lyrically and performance-wise. It features a mellifluous anonymous female voice speaking to her... - May 17, 2019 - Paul Lubanski
Fort Worth Native to Compete in the United States Pageant Representing Colorado
Ms. Denver Colorado for Ms. Woman United States, Linda Casey, a Fort Worth native, will be competing in the national level representing the state of Colorado, July 28 2019 - August 4, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. - May 16, 2019 - Linda Casey
Reality Changers Launches Fundraising Campaign to Celebrate 18th Birthday
Reality Changers Launches Fundraising Campaign to Celebrate 18th Birthday. Throughout the Weekend of May 16-19, 2019 All Funds Given Will be Doubled. - May 16, 2019 - Reality Changers
Isis, an 18 Year Old, Defeating Optic Nerve Damage with a Revolutionary Low Vision Aids
When she was 5 years old, she got diagnosed with a brain tumor. The good thing was her diagnosis, that finally somebody identified what was wrong with her; but the bad thing – the tumor destroyed most of her optic nerves, leaving her with a 13 year (and counting) battle with low vision. For an active and brilliant student in the prime of her life, everything had turned into a struggle. - May 16, 2019 - IrisVision
Addiction Recovery Network, Top Drug Rehab, Mental Health & Alcohol Treatment Centres Across Canada, Announces Their 14 Year Anniversary
Addiction Recovery Network is a top-rated drug rehabilitation, mental health and alcohol treatment organization with centres located in Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia. The organization is proud to announce its 14th anniversary of serving Canadians suffering with Addictions and Mental Health. - May 15, 2019 - Addiction Recovery Network
Acquire Volunteers at Local Boys and Girls Club
Part of the Acquire team donated their time to a local Boys and Girls Club by helping out with an after school program for elementary and middle school kids. - May 15, 2019 - Acquire
Book Claims Trump, Authoritarianism, Capitalism Made Worse by Sex on the Wrong Brain
In “Sex On The Wrong Brain,” author Ard Falten throws a monkey wrench into the nature vs. nurture debate on human behavior and blames many of humanity’s problems on the diversion of reproductive urges to wrong parts of the brain. - May 14, 2019 - Ard Falten
Ultimatum Inc. and iDEAQUEST Launch #Care4Us Campaign for Mental Health Month
This May, Ultimatum Inc. and iDEAQUEST are inviting people to share their personal stories around mental health and wellness using the hashtag #Care4Us. Each post on Twitter that uses the hashtag #Care4Us will activate a donation to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). The first $500 in donations will be matched by the Ultimatum campaign sponsor, iDEAQUEST. - May 13, 2019 - Ultimatum Inc.
Ocean Galleries to Host Fundraiser in Conjunction with Samir Sammoun Exhibit - Special Guest, Bernie Parent, to Serve as Auctioneer for Ed Snider Youth Hockey
In conjunction with the Memorial Day exhibition with Samir Sammoun, Ocean Galleries is hosting an Exhibit Preview Party with two time Stanley Cup winner Bernie Parent to raise money for the Ed Snider Youth Hockey Foundation. Sammoun donated a 24” x 30” original oil painting, “Tuscany Vineyard,” which Ocean Galleries has custom framed (estimated value $15,000). Bernie Parent will be the guest auctioneer for the Live Auction of the donated painting, which beings at 6:45 PM on Saturday, May 26. - May 13, 2019 - Ocean Galleries
Local Nonprofit Serving At-Risk Youth Through Sailing
Receives Tax Exemption from the IRS - May 12, 2019 - Sailing Project Endeavor
21 Nobel Peace Laureates Have Confirmed Attendance at the 17th World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates Titled: “Leave Your Mark for Peace”
The Government of the State of Yucatán and the Permanent Secretariat of the World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates provide details about the coming Summit. - May 11, 2019 - Yucatan Tourism Board
Stop the Subconscious Self-Sabotage with Licensed Mental Health Therapist and Best Selling Author Megan Fenyoe, LCSW
Did you know that there is a world-wide epidemic going on at the moment and it’s not a physical illness? It’s the belief that we are not enough. If you want to be successful then its simply essential that you have healthy levels of self-esteem and confidence and you can only do that by developing and implementing appropriate coping skills. - May 10, 2019 - Megan Fenyoe, LCSW
Foster Homes Needed for Exceptional Dogs
Medical Mutts, a nonprofit service dog training organization, specializing in training dogs to help with diabetes, seizures or PTSD, is looking for very special people to foster their dogs. “Our dogs need to spend times in regular homes,” explains Melissa Morris, Director of training at... - May 09, 2019 - Medical Mutts Service Dogs Inc
Ocean Galleries Announces 2019 Summer Art Exhibitions - Stone Harbor, NJ Gallery to Host Seven Extraordinary Exhibits with Guest Artists
Ocean Galleries has lined up seven amazing art exhibitions this summer featuring the artwork of and appearances by Samir Sammoun, Mackenzie Thorpe, Stephen Harlan, Josef Kote, and the multi-talented Jane Seymour, as well as two special exhibitions with the artwork collections from The Art of Dr. Seuss and the iconic Peter Max. Guests will have the opportunity to view and acquire artwork, and to meet the artists and/or curators (Dr. Seuss and Peter Max exhibits) in intimate gallery receptions. - May 08, 2019 - Ocean Galleries
Hair Extensions of Houston Educates Clients About Hair and Extensions Through Their Interactive Blog
Hair Extensions of Houston now has an interactive blog where current and potential customers can talk directly to their specialists. - May 08, 2019 - Hair Extensions of Houston
J.C. Restoration Volunteers to Produce 109,000 Life-Saving Meals
J.C. Restoration, Inc. (JCR) and hundreds of community members will work to feed thousands of starving children in the developing world. Through a partnership between J.C. Restoration and Feed My Starving Children (FMSC), volunteers will prepare 109,000 life-saving meals at this third FMSC... - May 08, 2019 - J.C. Restoration, Inc.
BDG-CPAs Sponsors Inspirational Event at The Joe
BDG-CPAs is sponsoring a special event at The Joe. They are hosting "Baseball Chapel" at the RiverDogs game with a Devotional on Forgiveness - The Chris Singleton Story. - May 07, 2019 - BDG-CPAs
APC by Schneider Electric Presents $10,000 to Wisconsin School for IT Makeover Contest
Does your school or district have a problem IT area that’s keeping your school from creating the best interactive learning environment? If so, plan to enter the 2019 K-12 IT Makeover Contest sponsored by APC by Schneider Electric’s IT Solutions for Education for a chance to win $10,000... - May 07, 2019 - APC by Schneider Electric
Mom-Powered Prowess Project, Inc. Launches to Improve Workforce Productivity
Prowess Project aims to reduce the $544 billion a year companies lose due to unproductivity - May 07, 2019 - Prowess Project, Inc.
Local Safety Organization Focuses on Transportation & Distracted Driving During National Observance
The New Jersey Chapter of the American Society of Safety Professionals Celebrates North American Occupational Safety and Health Week. - May 06, 2019 - American Society of Safety Professionals-New Jersey Chapter
"Starsky and Hutch Next Gen" Book Brings Starsky and Hutch to New Generation of Fans
The legend of Starsky and Hutch continues in this Kindle book, "Starsky and Hutch Next Gen," exclusively at Amazon, by author Tammy Ruggles. - May 05, 2019 - Tammy Ruggles
PONTE HEALTH Brings Vertical Medical City to Downtown Chicago at the Loop to Serve the City's Elders
Vertical Medical City, LLC, a new Lean Mid Rise Development Project is coming to the core of Downtown Chicago in the Loop. The primary focus of the facility is to bring into the Urban Core the Next Level Assisted Living, Care, and Wellness for Residents and Outpatients 60 and over. Developer PONTE HEALTH PROPERTIES, LLC is securing a Closing of 424-434 S. Wabash Ave. - May 04, 2019 - PONTE HEALTH GLOBAL CORP.
Church of Scientology Nashville Recognizes Top Volunteers
Volunteer Recognition Day at the Church of Scientology Nashville acknowledged volunteers and inspired others to take action, exemplifying the spirit of the day. - May 04, 2019 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Air Force Veteran Turned Entrepreneur Launches Movement with Empowerment & Affirmation Clothing Line
Sean Douglas announces the launch of his Empowerment & Affirmation Clothing Line beautifully designed to promote self-love. Everything LYBClothing Inc. stands for; they believe in recreating the current social climate. LYB Clothing Inc. believes in valuing how people see themselves over how... - May 02, 2019 - The Success Corps
27th Annual Stroll for Epilepsy Awareness
Join the Northern CA Epilepsy Foundation at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom on May 18, 2019 for the 27th Annual Epilepsy Awareness Stroll. This family-friendly event at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom is a wonderful opportunity to raise funds, support and awareness for individuals with epilepsy and their... - May 01, 2019 - Northern CA Epilepsy Foundation
4th Annual 5K Run/Walk for Disabilities to be Held May 19, 2019
Journey Found, Inc. is staging its 4th Annual 5K Run/Walk (Super Hero theme) on Sunday, May 19, 2019 at 9:00 AM. The 5K race will be held at Nevers Park, Chief Ryan Way, South Windsor, CT. They hope to bring awareness of the intellectual and developmental disabilities community, by spreading the... - May 01, 2019 - Journey Found, Inc.
Pangea Cares Announces Its Sponsorship of the Annual Mother's Day Makeover at Swissotel Chicago on May 6
Pangea Cares is proud to announce its sponsorship of the 3rd Annual Mother’s Day Makeover hosted by Julie Hightower of a Better Day with Julie and The Daisie Foundation on May 6, 2019 at the Swissotel Chicago from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. On Monday, May 6, 400 deserving moms across the... - May 01, 2019 - Pangea Properties
Advanced Healthcare Solutions, Inc. Announces the Launch of STUDENT TELE-HELP 24/7(sm)
STUDENT TELE-HELP 24/7 is a virtual access mental health service that has been developed to support college and university students as they develop the coping skills needed to navigate through life’s challenges. STUDENT TELE-HELP 24/7 gives students another option to obtain counseling, therapy and provider services for mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, grief, guilt, PTSD due to sexual assault, substance abuse, suicidal ideation, etc. No insurance needed or accepted. - May 01, 2019 - Advanced Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
Autism Service Dog Delivered to Assist 10-Year-Old Girl in Hawthorne, NJ
Valentina, a 10-year old girl living in Hawthorne, New Jersey, has received a very special delivery today of her very own Autism Service Dog from SDWR to assist her and help better communicate her needs. Based in Madison, Virginia, Service Dogs by SDWR has a mission to provide specially-bred and... - May 01, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Alive from Oklahoma
Pregnancy resource centers, adoption/fostering support groups, mobile medical clinics for the uninsured and more will gather with Congressman Kevin Hern 12:30 Saturday, May 4th in Union High School Stadium (UMAC) to showcase free resources available to Tulsa and surrounding communities. They will simulcast "Alive from New York" with Focus on the Family from 1:30-3:30 celebrating life. - April 30, 2019 - Omega League Media
MyMy Music Partners with Atlanta-based DJ Sense as Talent Scout for Growing Artist Pool
MyMy Music, the first ever fan-curated music streaming platform, has partnered with DJ Sense, a.k.a. Trendsetter Sense, to promote a selection of MyMy Hip Hop artists through Sense’s radio shows and to curate featured playlists on the MyMy app that profile his favorite tracks. A Philadelphia... - April 29, 2019 - MyMy Music