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Dr. Carol E. Parrish Harra Recognized as a Top Executive by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Dr. Carol E. Parrish Harra of Tahlequah, Oklahoma has been recognized as a Top Executive for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of religious ministry. About Dr. Carol E. Parrish Harra Dr. Parrish... - September 08, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Helping Bags Celebrates Three Years of Service
Helping the homeless since summer 2014 Helping Bags has donated over 10,000 bags. - September 07, 2017 - Helping Bags
Gospel Music Singer/Songwriter, Kimberlee M. Leber, Provides Relief to This Hurting World on Her New Album "Like a Tree" Now Launching to Global Radio with AirPlay Direct
Offering musical medicine for the soul, the album truly provides a message for humanity at this critical hour of need. Clearly our world is crying for real hope, peace, and restoration right now. And Kimberlee, alongside her husband, are answering God's call to help meet those needs by releasing music that has been prayerfully pulled down from Heaven. And now, “Like a Tree” is being launched to global radio through AirPlay Direct, a digital delivery system for global radio programmers. - September 07, 2017 - Kimberlee M. Leber
Institute for Healing of Memories – North America Receives Grant Award from Disabled Veterans National Foundation
The Institute for Healing of Memories – North America is honored to announce it has received a Capacity Building grant from the Disabled Veterans National Foundation (DVNF) for $25,000, which will support Veteran Healing of Memories Workshops in Chattanooga, TN and Los Angeles, CA. Gloria... - September 06, 2017 - Institute for Healing of Memories - North America
Shine Window Care and Holiday Lighting Lives the Company's Core Values; Assists Those Affected from Hurricane Harvey
Shine window care and holiday lighting is a nationwide franchise organization that showed their true colors when Hurricane Harvey hit the Houston area. - September 06, 2017 - Shine Window Care and Holiday Lighting
National Bar Association Denounces DACA Reversal; Calls on Congress to Fill Trump’s Intellectual and Ethical Void
“When the authors of the United States Constitution sought to outline a vision, and lay the foundation for our democracy, children were not excluded from the pursuit of life, liberty, and happiness. We cannot turn our backs on innocent children to aid in fulfilling a campaign promise, nor can we permit the misaligned values and self-serving agendas of this Administration to undermine the character and integrity of our nation." -- NBA President Juan R. Thomas - September 06, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
2017 Chinese American Film Festival & Chinese American TV Festival; Celebrates a Grand Debut of a "Double Festival" at the End of October in Hollywood
The Chinese American Film Festival hosted by EDI Media Inc. held the 2017 Chinese American Film Festival & Chinese American TV Festival Press Conference on September 1st at the Los Angeles Public Library’s Central Library. - September 06, 2017 - EDI Media
Looking for Rosh Hashanah Lunch and Dinner in a Glatt Kosher Restaurant in Manhattan, New York? Talia's Steakhouse & Bar Announces They Will Offer Prepaid Meals.
For over 15 years, Talia's Steakhouse has been offering prepaid Glatt Kosher lunch and dinner during Rosh Hashanah, Sukkot, Simchat Torah and Shabbat. - September 04, 2017 - Talia’s Steakhouse & Bar House
National Bar Association Organizing Members to Support Hurricane Harvey Recovery Efforts Legal Experts Offer Guidance in the Face of Devastation
“We must call upon our lawmakers to heed the clarion call to action and make sure that they honor their duty to ensure that we have a federal budget that includes funding for FEMA as well as National Flood Insurance Programs. The NBA implores Congress to not play political games with the lives of those who have lost so much in life and property.” - NBA President Juan R. Thomas - September 03, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
USLegal.com Provides Resource Center to Assist Victims of Hurricane Harvey
Online tools are available to help people get their legal affairs in order and to better address legal matters in the aftermath of the storm. - September 02, 2017 - USLegal, Inc.
National Bar Association Stands with Transgender Community; Banning Transgender Military Applicants Will Only Weaken U.S. Military
"The arbitrary announcement by the President of the United States to ban transgender applicants from serving in the military not only validates the prevailing feeling of intense anxiety within the community but serves to weaken the U.S. military at a time of expanding global instability." –Juan R. Thomas - September 02, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
Tammy Lane Productions Presents the Apocalypse Experience as a Different Type of Event During the Halloween Season That Challenges You to Face Your Future and Fight Fear
Capernaum First Century Village Event Center and Live Productions along with Tammy Lane Productions brings an exciting, terrifying production to the Weatherford area. In its second year of production, the Apocalypse Experience combines professional actors with realistic special effects in a brick and mortar town for guests to experience a 45-minute live action walk through of what could happen during the end times. - September 02, 2017 - Capernaum First Century Village
North Sound Community Invited to Support Recovery
National Recovery Month (Recovery Month) is a national observance held every September to educate Americans that substance use treatment and mental health services can enable those with a mental and/or substance use disorder to live a healthy and rewarding life. - September 02, 2017 - North Sound Recovery Coalition
Witt O’Brien’s and SEACOR Donate 100,000 Outreach Program Meals to Children Affected by Hurricane Harvey
Two companies donate nutritious meals to help food banks feed children and families devastated by Hurricane Harvey. - September 02, 2017 - The Outreach Program
Major General Harry W. Brooks Jr., Dies at Age 89 Indiana's First African-American General and Sixth in the Nation
Family announcement of the death of Major General Harry W. Brooks, Jr., USA (Ret), arrangements and biographical information on General Brooks. - August 31, 2017 - Major General Harry W. Brooks Jr.
MSL & Company Sponsors Harvard Real Estate Alumni Organization 2017 DC Panel Event
MSL & Company, LLC announced they will sponsor Strategies for the Preservation of Affordable Housing in the Global City, part of the Harvard Real Estate Alumni Organization (HREAO) event taking place September 28, 2017, from 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM, at Goulston & Storrs PC, 1999 K Street NW, Washington DC, 20006. - August 31, 2017 - MSL & Company, LLC
Vulnerable Species of Eupleridae (Fossa) Born at Catoctin Wildlife Preserve
Now 10-weeks old, the male and female pair of pups are the second group born at the Preserve in two years. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists the species as “Vulnerable,” with their greatest threat in the wild coming from habitat destruction. Fossa are their own unique species, but closely related to Mongoose and meercats. - August 31, 2017 - Catoctin Wildlife Preserve and Zoo
Forever Living Products, Global Arizona-Based Company, Calls for Donations to Forever Giving to Help Aid Hurricane Harvey Disaster Relief
Forever Living Products, LLC., an Arizona-based company with a local salesforce in Texas, is encouraging Arizona residents to help the Houston, TX area affected by Hurricane Harvey by donating to the charitable organization Forever Giving. - August 30, 2017 - Forever Living Products
Steve’s Real Food Introduces Two New Ways to Effortlessly Enhance a Kibble Diet Using Freeze Dried Eggs and Goat Milk
Innovations in pet food - August 30, 2017 - Steve's Real Food
Former Kansas Secretary of Commerce Joins One Heart Project as Executive Director
One Heart Project is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing incarcerated and at-risk youth a second chance. - August 29, 2017 - One Heart Project
HandsOn Gloves Takes Top Honors in Innovative Grooming Products Awards at SuperZoo National Pet Industry Trade Show
The animals in our lives - whether we're talking about the world's most accomplished equine athletes or the most pampered pugs, poodles or calico cats in town - absolutely adore being bathed, groomed, petted and patted with these remarkable gloves. Now there's winning proof that the animals we love aren't the only ones who love HandsOn® Gloves. - August 29, 2017 - HandsOn Gloves
Veteran-Owned Superior Fence & Rail Receives Top Honors
Florida-based fencing business recognized by Jacksonville Business Journal in the Minority Owned category. - August 29, 2017 - Superior Fence & Rail
BDA Advises UQM Technologies on Equity Issue & JV with China National Heavy Duty Truck/Sinotruk
BDA is pleased to announce that its client, UQM Technologies Inc (NYSE MKT: UQM) has entered into a definitive stock purchase agreement (“Agreement”) with China National Heavy Duty Truck Group Co Ltd through its wholly owned subsidiary, Sinotruk (BVI) Ltd (collectively,... - August 29, 2017 - BDA Partners Ltd
At Home Personal Care Opens New Center in Warrenton, VA
At Home Personal Care Services LLC just opened its second headquarters in the Northern Virginia Region. The new location in Warrenton, Virginia serves as place where families with loved ones in need of skilled professional in-home nursing care, therapy services and personal care can call for quality in home care. - August 28, 2017 - At Home Personal Care, LLC
National Bar Association President Issues Statement on President Trump’s Pardon of Former Sheriff Joseph Arpaio
"By granting this pardon Trump has undermined the rule of law, pandered to hate, impugned the integrity of the judiciary, and confirmed what people of good conscience can no longer deny." -National Bar Association President Juan Thomas - August 27, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
Alex Wan Qualifies for Atlanta City Council President's Race
Alex Wan officially qualifies for City’s second-highest office after two successful terms as a City Councilperson. www.AlexWanForAtlanta.com - August 25, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
Interpreters Unlimited, Inc. Helps San Diego Families and Kids Prepare for 2017-2018 School Year
As part of its mission to bring diverse parties together, Interpreters Unlimited, Inc. is emphasizing its duty to the community through initiatives with the Syrian Community Network (SCN) of San Diego and Deaf Community Services (DCS) of San Diego. By helping to break down language barriers, these... - August 25, 2017 - Interpreters Unlimited, Inc.
Family Court Frustration Leads to Billboard in New Orleans
An anonymous mother pays for billboard in New Orleans in an effort to educate Family Court judges on Cluster B personality disorders such as narcissistic personality disorder. - August 24, 2017 - One Mom's Battle
New Book by Susan Eustis Questions: "Did Fraud Elect Donald Trump? Addressing the Vote Count in a Few Key Counties"
"Did Fraud Elect Donald Trump? Addressing the Vote Count in a Few Key Counties" has been published by Lexington Publishing. - August 23, 2017 - Lexington Publishing
Rick Bowers Interview Availability
Media interview on white supremacist threat. - August 23, 2017 - Rick Bowers
Care for Friends Announces Award Winners for 2017
Organization recognizes friends of Chicago’s most vulnerable with annual awards. - August 23, 2017 - Care For Friends
Challenges of Teens Growing Up Poor and Isolated Abound in "Cinderella Shoots the Moon"
Bullying, peer pressure, parent trouble and classroom rivalries are among the problems students face as another school year begins. These issues and more are tackled in a new indie novel, “Cinderella Shoots the Moon” by writer Arlie Corday. The book is aimed at teens, young adults and anyone concerned about the challenges of growing up, and especially gives voice to an often forgotten group — those living in rural areas. The book is available on Amazon.com. - August 21, 2017 - Arlie Corday
eLuma Announces Exclusive Back-to-School Pilot Program for Schools Across the Country; Try Online Speech Therapy Before You Buy
With budget cuts, turnover and staffing shortages, special education departments all over the country are scrambling to provide critical services. eLuma Online Therapy provides innovative solutions to help schools answer these challenges. For the first time ever, the company is offering a pilot therapy program to schools so they can test drive teletherapy before committing to it. Through this program, eLuma hopes to show schools that they can succeed by leveraging technology and innovation. - August 21, 2017 - eLuma Online Therapy
Casa Cupula Prepares to Celebrate Its Quinceañera
Casa Cupula, Puerto Vallarta’s legendary boutique resort hotel, is set to celebrate its 15th birthday with a three-month celebration of the property’s history, present and future, culminating in a grand Mexican-style quinceañera celebration. Casa Cupula gained notoriety in 2002... - August 18, 2017 - Casa Cupula
Credit Solution Services Presents the Free Your Mind Women’s Conference
Tomeka Lynch Purcell, CEO of Credit Solution Services invites you to attend the Free Your Mind Women’s Conference on September 16, 2017 in Charlotte, North Carolina. “As a financial empowerment coach, my passion is teaching women how to take charge of their financial futures to build... - August 17, 2017 - Credit Solutions Services
National Bar Association President Announces Affiliate Chapters to Provide Pro Bono Legal Services
In response to Trump retracting denunciation of white supremacist responsibility for Charlottesville tragedy, members of the National Bar Association (NBA) will not remain silent in the face of the clear and present danger presented by an apparent sympathizer of the white nationalist movement in the White House. - August 16, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
TTMS Meeting & Event Division to Host Vendor & Craft Show to Help Stop Human Trafficking
TTMS Meeting & Event Division proudly presents an event with something for everyone. Great shopping, prizes, 50/50 raffles and more. - August 16, 2017 - TTMS Corporation
National Bar Association Statement as Trump Evolves on White Supremacy and Hate – Two Days Later
NBA President, Juan Thomas states, "Trump's evolution in his anti-white supremacy position leaves reasonable doubt as to the truth of his conviction." - August 15, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
III% United Patriots of Virginia Condemns Political Violence
III% United Patriots of Virginia condemns political violence that happened at the Unite The Right Rally. - August 15, 2017 - 3UPVA
Maine Fallen Heroes Foundation to Hold the Final Run for Our Fallen Heroes
This run has been going on for 10 years and has gotten way too big for one person to maintain so it will end. - August 14, 2017 - Maine Fallen Heroes Foundation
National Bar Association (NBA) Alarmed by the Sheer Depravity of the Actions of White Supremacists
The National Bar Association today issued the following statement about the tragic events which occurred in Charlottesville, VA. - August 14, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
Juan R. Thomas Sworn in as 75th President of National Bar Association
Reigniting a commitment to civil rights and social justice in these precarious times at the center of new leader’s platform - August 12, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
National Bar Association Congratulates Member Rosalyn Henderson Myers on Winning South Carolina Democratic Nomination
The National Bar Association congratulates NBA member Rosalyn Henderson Myers on her successful Democratic primary runoff campaign for the South Carolina House of Representatives. “As a friend and colleague, it provides me with great pleasure to personally congratulate Rosalyn on her... - August 11, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
Colleen Egan Selected as a Finalist in 18th Annual ITA CityLIGHTS Awards
Clarity Partners’ Director of People and Culture, Colleen Egan has been selected as a finalist for Illinois Technology Association’s 2017 ITA CityLIGHTS Prominent Women in Tech Award. The ITA CityLIGHTS Awards program honors companies and individuals whose innovation and success drive... - August 11, 2017 - Clarity Partners LLC
Chef Maneet Chauhan to Headline Feed the Children Fundraiser Event in South River New Jersey
Pastor Jimmy Dynarski of the Tabernacle Baptist Church of South River is holding a food themed fundraiser to support fifteen orphan children of tribal India. Funds will help provide basic needs, education, and medicine to the children and immediate community. - August 10, 2017 - Tabernacle Baptist Church of South River
Georgia Equality Endorses Alex Wan in Race for Atlanta City Council President
Wan again gains support of statewide organization as he seeks Atlanta’s second-highest office after two successful terms as a City Councilperson. - August 09, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
Guilford College Shooting Guard Practices (Career) Goals at AC Hotel Chapel Hill
OTO Development’s soon-to-open AC Hotel Chapel Hill Downtown partners with the grassroots EmPOWERment program as part of its commitment to engaging the local community. This connection brought Leonard McNair to the OTO team for a summer internship, giving the Guilford College junior – who’s a shooting guard on the Quaker’s Varsity squad and a future entrepreneur – an opportunity to work on his career goals. - August 09, 2017 - OTO Development
Alphabet Communication Aims to Connect Every Address and Make the World Safer
Alphabet Communication has created a revolutionary communication concept which assigns an email address for every physical address in the entire world, creating the first complete global communication network. This gives an unprecedented lifeline for First Responders to reach every address and resident in emergency situations. The primary focus of Alphabet Communication at this time is emergency and crisis communication with a potential for expansion in the future. - August 08, 2017 - Alphabet Communication
HiNative, the Q&A App for Language Learners from Lang-8 Inc., Has Passed 1 Million Registered Users
The number of users on HiNative has been growing rapidly since entering 2017. The total number of registered users increased from 390,000 in January to 500,000 in February before finally breaking 1 million on June 26. The increase was driven in large part by a surge in users outside of Lang-8,... - August 08, 2017 - Lang-8 Inc.
Sarah Daane-Froehlich, DVM Honored as a Top Doctor by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Sarah Daane-Froehlich, DVM of Casper, Wyoming has been honored as a Top 100 Doctor by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 30 years in the field of veterinary medicine. About Sarah Daane-Froehlich, DVM Dr. Sarah... - August 04, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide