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Dustin Rose Releases His Newest Album, "Catch The Wind"
Dustin Rose releases his first Christian album, "Catch The Wind," with Portland-Based BentBeat Productions - available on Amazon.com, iTunes, Spotify, and all major music sites. - December 05, 2017 - BentBeat Productions
Rose Medical Center in Denver, CO Names Ryan Tobin as New President & Chief Executive Officer
Rose Medical Center is pleased to announce that Ryan Tobin, COO, has been promoted to President & Chief Executive Officer at Rose Medical Center. Tobin succeeds long-time Rose Medical Center CEO Kenneth Feiler, who announced he was stepping down in October after 21 years leading Rose. Tobin will assume his new role January 2, 2018. - December 05, 2017 - Rose Medical Center
Smoke More Tour is Everything Right with Hip Hop
Smoke More Tour is a tour that originated in New York City and goes from city to city highlighting hip hop friendly venues along the way. Entertaining dwellers with live DJ, live performances, and featuring the newest tech and fashion - Smoke More Tour is a steamers paradise. - December 04, 2017 - Smoke More Tour
Avendelle Assisted Living Franchise Sells Master Franchise for Country of Turkey
Avendelle Assisted Living is a senior home franchise that is committed to offering personalized and expert senior care to families and loved ones. The brand seeks to be the premier provider of assisted living services in the United States and around the world by leveraging a boutique, small home focused business model. On 11/28/2017, Avendelle signed a Master Franchise Agreement to develop the country of Turkey. - December 02, 2017 - Avendelle Assisted Living
Mobility City Launches Franchise Model
Mobility City is the premier and one-of-a-kind mobile repair and cleaning service for mobility equipment to individuals, groups, facilities, hospitals, and organizations that rely on and maintain various mobility devices such as wheelchairs, scooters, rollator walkers, and many others. The company was created to address the obvious need for a business that offers mobile repair, general cleaning and maintenance services of the many kinds of mobility equipment that are used by disabled groups. - December 02, 2017 - Mobility City
Maryknoll Lay Missioners Celebrates Jean Donovan with a Presentation of Her Guitar
The event commemorates the anniversary of the martyrdom of the four churchwomen in El Salvador in 1980. - December 01, 2017 - Maryknoll Lay Missioners
Over 300 Compton Unified Students Are Treated to a Play Day and Tennis Tips from US Open Women’s Champion Sloane Stevens
On Monday, November 27, over 300 students from 14 elementary schools across Compton Unified School District descended upon the beautiful UCLA Tennis Center, ready to show off their tennis skills and receive some pointers from one of the best, tennis star Sloane Stephens. This... - December 01, 2017 - Compton Unified School District
Exquisite, Monumental Tapestry by Artist Byron Keith Byrd Will be Featured at Art Basel Miami 2017 in Blink Group Projects Exhibit
At Spectrum, Booth 315, December 7th - 10th - November 30, 2017 - Elizabeth Bryan Studio
Choosing Me Now Retreat Now Open for Registration
Award winning author Kim Olver offering for the first time a women's retreat called Choosing Me Now in San Antonio, Texas in February 2018. Retreat is focused on helping women answer the challenges they face without losing sight of what they want out of their life. Seating is limited. - November 30, 2017 - Coaching for Excellence
U.S. Navy Veteran Family Launches Major Organizers® Franchise to Serve San Antonio, TX, and Surrounding Areas
Major Organizers® selects San Antonio, TX as the newest franchise location. - November 29, 2017 - Major Organizers (R)
Dr. Alan Fein, Age 75, Promoted to Brown Belt in Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu West Hartford, CT
Black Belt Jim Hughes, with the blessing of his legendary teacher, Royce Gracie announces the promotion of Dr. Alan Fein to Brown Belt in Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. - November 27, 2017 - Jim Hughes & Gracie Brazilian Jiu JItsu Self Defense
Silver Edition Club Expands to Chicago; Develops Sister Site for LGBTQ Community
The exclusive dating site is hoping to distinguish itself from other matchmaking agencies in the Windy City. - November 27, 2017 - Silver Edition Club
Widow Publicly Forgives Husband's Killer at Finish The Ride Event
On 1 November 2016, Jeff Knopp (USMC (ret.), loving husband and father) was cycling on Foothill Boulevard when he was hit from behind and killed while riding a narrow stretch of Foothill Blvd. with no bike lane. In celebration of his life, this past weekend a Finish The Ride® event was held. Everyone in attendance was brought to tears when Jennifer Knopp, Jeff’s widow, introduced Joshua (the driver who killed Jeff), hugged him and forgave him for happened that day. - November 27, 2017 - Streets Are For Everyone
Events Across the Southland Mark 26th Annual World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims
When it comes to fatal traffic crashes, Los Angeles is #1 and over the last few years, the problem has gotten worse. Three days of “World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims” activities were held across Los Angeles by a coalition of nonprofits called the L.A. Vision Zero Alliance. This year’s theme centered around the realization that they are not “accidents” but in at least 93% of the cases they are preventable. - November 24, 2017 - Streets Are For Everyone
Squash Partnership Provides Opportunity to Low Income Students
Students of Empower College Prep, a public charter school based in Central Phoenix, will serve as the flagship program of Arizona Squash, Inc., a non-profit group that engages underserved Phoenix area youth with academic support, squash and wellness, mentoring, enrichment, and community service to develop high school ready middle schoolers, college ready high schoolers, and career ready adults. - November 22, 2017 - Arizona Squash, Inc.
Next-Gen Amber AlertGPS: Award-Winning Safety Wearable & App Keeps Kids & Parents Connected
Amber Alert GPS, a leading child safety innovator, has released its next generation safety wearable. Amber Alert GPS is designed to keep kids safe and connected through GPS location awareness and 2-way mobile voice communications. With a simple touch of a button, a child can easily call a parent or caregiver – no matter where they are. Parents can also view their child's whereabouts from the convenience of the new smartphone companion app. - November 20, 2017 - AlertGPS
Public Interest Group Calls on Trump to Pardon the Innocents (Turkeys)
The Farm Animal Rights Movement (FARM) calls on President Trump and others to pardon the innocents, particularly the turkeys, for this Thanksgiving observance. The organization will deliver this message on Monday, November 20 through Wednesday, November 22, with a rolling billboard touring downtown... - November 17, 2017 - Farm Animal Rights Movement
Pastor Daniel Adeyekun & His Wife Filed a Federal Lawsuit in Chicago Against the Celestial Church of Christ, USA Diocese Seeking Over $2 Million in Damages
Plaintiffs, Pastor Daniel Adeyekun and Olashile Adeyekun, his wife, filed a federal lawsuit against the Celestial Church of Christ, USA Diocese, the Celestial Church of Christ, Chicago Oshoffa Parish, the Celestial Church of Christ, Region B and several Church Clerics, Elders and Members including... - November 16, 2017 - Otubusin & Associates, P.C.
Stool Bank in Asia Welcomes New Scientist
The Asia Microbiota Bank, the first stool bank in Hong Kong, expands the team by adding a new scientist to help lead research efforts on bacteria clusters unique to the Asian population. The scientific team uses next generation sequencing and strain level analysis to optimize Fecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT) treatment outcomes in Asia. "We hope that the deep FMT data we are collecting from around Asia will help uncover key strains that influence intestinal health."-Co-Founder, Jon Chan - November 16, 2017 - Asia Microbiota Bank
Casa Cupula Signs Cynthia Lee Fontaine to Headline Its Quinceañera
Cynthia Lee Fontaine, undisputed Miss Congeniality of hit reality TV show “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” will perform at legendary Puerto Vallarta boutique hotel Casa Cupula on January 19, 2018. - November 15, 2017 - Casa Cupula
Sci-Unison Fitness Seeks to Shatter Previous $15,000 Record in Annual Reps4Food Charity Fundraiser
In 2013 Mr. Sullivan organized the 1st Annual Reps4Food Challenge to raise money for those less fortunate on Thanksgiving. In 2016 the Sci-Unison Fitness Thanksgiving Food Drive raised over $15,000 dollars in less than one month across multiple states. In 2017 they seek to shatter that number in order to ensure that many of those in need will have a warm meal this year on Thanksgiving. - November 14, 2017 - Sci-Unison Fitness
VOENA Celebrates Winter with a New Concert Season, "Voices of the Season… Wonderland"
For those who have not experienced a VOENA performance, this is not a “proper” stand-at-attention, white shirt, black slacks chorale. There is movement and colorful adornment and instrumental accompaniment and celebration. Standing ovations have become routine, and are well earned. - November 13, 2017 - VOENA
Dick Pirozzolo Marks Veterans Day with Call to Hire Returning Servicemen and Women, Citing Leadership and Other Skills Gained While Serving Their County
Boston public relations agency founder recalls the leadership and other skills veterans acquire on active duty in the US and in overseas, and how those lessons apply to benefit civilian employers. His comments are part of an interview with this Air Force Veteran who launched his career while on active Dduty. - November 11, 2017 - Pirozzolo Company Public Relations
Stellar Scholars' Songwriter Releases "My America," a Tribute to Honor Veterans
Farmington Hills native Paul Lubanski is set to release his latest single "My America," a powerfully patriotic tribute to the Warrior Veterans of America Nov. 11. It will be available on the Stellar Scholars website and via hundreds of online stores including iTunes, Apple Store, and... - November 11, 2017 - Stellar Scholars
Alex Wan Opens Headquarters for Runoff in Atlanta City Council President Race
Two-term City Councilmember goes into the runoff for Atlanta’s second-highest political office with HQ adjacent to Atlanta political institution. www.AlexWanForAtlanta.com - November 10, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
Laura Bush, Former Pres. Obasanjo Help Vision Africa Celebrate 20th Anniversary
Former First Lady Laura Bush and former Nigerian Pres. Olusegun Obasanjo were special guests as Vision Africa, a ministry that seeks to heal the bodies, minds and souls of Africans, recently celebrated its 20th anniversary. Mrs. Bush, a longtime champion for Africa and its people, spoke at the... - November 10, 2017 - Vision Africa
Billboards Call Attention to Dairy Cruelty
Farm Animal Rights Movement (FARM) has launched an outdoor billboard anti-dairy campaign that runs through the end of the year in reaction to recent reports of animal atrocities at a Florida dairy farm. - November 09, 2017 - Farm Animal Rights Movement
The Afrikaner Society is Seeking Legal Counsel Against the Government of South Africa
The Afrikaner Society alleges failure of the South African Government to address crime against Afrikaner communities and their subsequent protests. - November 09, 2017 - The Afrikaner Society
National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS) Mini-Marathon & 5K Training Program - 28 Years and Running
Training for a race event is better with a group! Join NIFS Mini Marathon & 5K Training Program and cross the finish line this spring! Now in it’s 28th year, the NIFS Mini Marathon & 5K Training Program prepares participants for both the OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini Marathon... - November 09, 2017 - NIFS
Mayor Gerald Williams, White Castle, Has a Passion for Creating Opportunity, Music and Entertainment to Raise Awareness
One mayor has a passion for creating opportunity, music and entertainment to raise awareness for causes like Sickle Cell Anemia, Breast Cancer Awareness and even creating safe Halloween experiences for kids. “BOO ON BOWIE was an Awesome! Success!,” the Mayor said. “No kids on the... - November 08, 2017 - Town of White Castle
Turning Ideas, Inventions and Struggling Businesses Into Million Dollar Operations
A business event that offers strategies and support for small business owners to turn their business, inventions or ideas into lucrative multi-million corporations. - November 06, 2017 - Southeast Queens Chamber of Commerce Inc
Columbus Women’s Commission Announces Pay Equity Pledge for Area Employers
The Columbus Women’s Commission today announced a pay equity plan for area employers to help tackle the gender- and race-based wage gap for their employees. Called The Columbus Commitment: Achieving Pay Equity, the voluntary pledge already has 60 area organizations as early... - November 06, 2017 - The City of Columbus
Educators Address Needs of Bloomington Public School Students at Recent Event Supporting Beth Beebe for School Board
On Thursday, November 2nd, an intimate group of Beth Beebe for School Board supporters gathered to hear the candidate speak on the needs of Bloomington students as they prepare for entering the workforce and society. Beebe’s platform includes promoting the Career and College Academy to... - November 06, 2017 - Beth Beebe for School Board
The Greatest of All Time: Tennessee Mass Choir Celebrates Its 27th Year Anniversary and Launches Inaugural Concert
Known as one of the greatest gospel groups in the country, The Tennessee Mass Choir will bring together the best in gospel music at the 27th year anniversary celebration, Music From The Masses, on November 18th. - November 04, 2017 - Music From the Masses
4th Annual IP Dealmakers Forum, Nov 15-17 in NYC Offers Exclusive Access to Investment and Intellectual Property Communities
The 4th Annual IP Dealmakers Forum to be held on November 15-17, 2017 in New York City will unite complex IP monetization experts and public and private market investors with personally selected attendees for an evening that must not be missed. “There aren’t many IP industry events... - November 03, 2017 - IP Investment Institute LLC
U.S. Army Veteran Marche Johnson Launches Major Organizers® Franchise to Serve Montgomery, AL, and Surrounding Areas
Major Organizers® selects Montgomery, AL as the newest franchise location. - November 02, 2017 - Major Organizers (R)
Celebrities, Artists, & Super Heroes Team Up with Pop Con to Raise Money for Hurricane Relief & Las Vegas Shooting Victims
Celebrities are donating their time by signing autographs, posing for pictures, and spending time with fans to help raise money for the hurricane victims and Las Vegas Shooting Victims families. - November 01, 2017 - Pop Con Milwaukee
LumEfficient’s President Gives Controversial Lecture in Hong Kong About Respecting Existing Channels of Distribution
LumEfficient's Randy Reid warns Chinese audience not to bypass distribution and sell direct. - October 31, 2017 - LumEfficient.com
Local Chiropractor Dr. Jean-Pierre of Upper Cervical Institute of Florida Says He Will Work for Toys
With the holidays quickly approaching, Dr. Jean-Pierre of Upper Cervical Institute of Florida is using his office as a collection center for Toys For Tots. As an incentive he will waive the consultation, examination and postural examination fees for anyone who donates a new unwrap toy(s) with a minimum value of $20. Anyone who is interested in donating toys may contact Dr. Jean-Pierre. - October 31, 2017 - Upper Cervical Institute of Florida, P.A.
Healthy U is a "Go" for the New School Year at the Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA joins YMCAs throughout New Jersey in celebrating the annual Healthy U Fall kickoff in its youth programs on October 26th. - October 30, 2017 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Author Literally Writes the Book on Band Nerds
The phazelFOZ Company, LLC is happy to announce the release of "BAND = LIFE," an omnibus of the popular Band Nerds Book series by The 13th Chair. - October 30, 2017 - The Phazelfoz Company, LLC
Bhai Sahiba Bibiji Inderjit Kaur Khalsa Honored in Jewels of the Punjab Leading Global Punjab Personalities
Panth Rattan Bhai Sahiba Bibiji Inderjit Kaur Khalsa has been honored by Maneesh Media with inclusion in Jewels of Punjab – Leading Global Punjabi Personalities, 34th publication, released on the eve of India’s 71st Independence Day, August 14, 2017, in New Delhi, is a commemoration... - October 30, 2017 - Create Inner Peace
Central Island Healthcare Invites HorseAbility Miniature Therapy Ponies Aiden and Pearl to the Facility
HorseAbility’s miniature therapy ponies Aiden and Pearl are visiting Central Island Healthcare on Thursday, November 9th at 2:15 PM. - October 27, 2017 - Central Island Healthcare
Executive Producer "A Dubb" Anthony West Gets Set for New Album Releases in 2018
duBB Records is working hard and heavy in the studio. Stay tuned for what's about to hit the airwaves. - October 26, 2017 - dubb Records
The American Association on Health and Disability (AAHD) Urges Women with Disabilities to Get Screened for Breast Cancer During Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Breast cancer is a major public health concern for all women, including women with disabilities. Women with disabilities are as likely to get breast cancer as women in the general population, yet, they often face physical, cultural, and attitudinal barriers when they seek breast health care. - October 26, 2017 - American Association on Health and Disability
African Leadership Bridge Celebrates Expansion of Efforts in Africa at 11th Annual Fundraiser
Fall fundraiser "A Night in Africa" aims to connect students worldwide - October 26, 2017 - African Leadership Bridge
Fattitude, a Highly Anticipated Film About Weight Bias Announces NY Premiere
Fattitude, a feature-length documentary that exposes how popular culture fosters fat prejudice and then offers an alternative way of thinking, announces its documentary premiere in Brooklyn, NY. The premiere, sponsored by and benefiting The Binge Eating Disorder Association (BEDA), will take place... - October 25, 2017 - Fattitude, Inc.
Massachusetts Resident Arrives in the Philippines to Represent the USA at Miss Earth 17th Annual International Pageant
Managed by Carousel Productions, Miss Earth focuses on empowering women through fashion, leadership, travel, and service. Delegates advocate for environmental awareness and protection of the Earth while showcasing tourist destinations. The reigning Miss Earth is Katherine Espin of Ecuador. - October 25, 2017 - Prestige Communications
National Bar Association and Minority In-House Counsel Association Announce Strategic Partnership to Increase Diversity in Corporate In-House and Outside Counsel
The strategic partnership between the National Bar Association (NBA) and the Minority In-House Counsel Association (MIHCA) is focused on achieving greater diversity in the employment of corporate in-house counsel, as well as in business development opportunities for minority outside counsel. - October 25, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
New War Book Offers Unique View – Consider for Veteran’s Day Nov. 10
The recently published novel "The Chords of War," offers a unique view of a young man, not a war enthusiast but a rock-n-rock guitarist, who finds himself on the front lines during the surge in Iraq 2006-07. It's based on the true story of Samuel Gonzalez, Jr. - October 25, 2017 - White Whisker Books