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Discharged Under Don't Ask Don't Tell Six Years Later Service Member Reenlists

His dream of becoming a seagoing sailor was cut short by the discriminatory policy known as, “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.” Now, William Norman is back and ready for action. Earlier this week he enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard. - February 09, 2012 - OutMilitary.com

Gainful Employment Regulations Matter to 360 Education Solutions

360 Education Solutions, a popular resource for teachers looking for regionally accredited online degree programs, aims to scrutinize its university partners by how well they will rank under new "gainful employment" regulations. These regulations have been put in place to ensure college degree programs are worth the expense and effort by leading to employment or career promotion upon graduation. - February 01, 2012 - 360 Education Solutions

DHS to Address Considerations in Using Pre-Approved DoD Applications for Border Security at DSI U.S./Canada Border Security Summit

Today, the U.S. and Canada continue to expand on a cooperative law enforcement relationship for their shared border. With a new Maritime Strategy laid out by the USCG, considerations by DHS to use pre-approved DoD applications, and continued achievements in real time situational awareness and information sharing by RCMP and CBSA, the shared border environment is on a path for creating a truly secure and efficient border. - January 26, 2012 - Defense Strategies Institute

StopIRSDebt.com Predicts Third Time Could be the Charm for Offshore Voluntary Disclosure

IRS is offering foreign account holders a third chance to avoid criminal prosecution with the latest Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program (OVDP). - January 25, 2012 - StopIRSDebt.com

OMB Extends Review Period for OSHA's GHS Hazard Communication Revision

The US Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has officially extended its review period for OSHA's revised Hazard Communication Standard (GHS). The pending final rule for Hazard Communication was submitted to the OMB on October 25, 2011 by OSHA. The OMB then had 90 days to either rule on the... - January 25, 2012 - National Safety Compliance, Inc.

DMG Productions to Feature Excelerate on Upcoming Episode of Business Update

Forging an International Defense Community - January 06, 2012 - DMG Productions, LLC

Collaborative Academic Research Efforts for Tourette Syndrome Act of 2011 Heads to Subcommittee

Bill was introduced Dec. 20 by New Jersey Congressman Albio Sires. - January 06, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome

NJCTS Announces Introduction of Federal Legislation for Tourette Syndrome

New Jersey Congressman Albio Sires proposes ground-breaking TS bill - December 31, 2011 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome

Miravista Press Challenges Every American to Pass the U.S. Citizenship Test with the Release of Their New Book, the American Challenge

MiraVista Press releases a new book, The American Challenge, that includes what every American should know about their country. Recent studies have shown that almost half of the country is ignorant about basic civics and historical facts about America. This book addresses that lack of knowledge. - December 20, 2011 - MiraVista Press

CD-adapco to be Featured on Upcoming Episode of Business Update

Engineering Simulation: Saving America Money - December 19, 2011 - DMG Productions, LLC

Combat Medic Writes Memoir About War, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and What It Takes to be a Modern Day Combat Medic

My Journey As A Combat Medic: From Desert Storm to Operation Enduring Freedom by: Patrick Thibeault US Army Medical Sergeant (Ret) & Family Nurse Practitioner Combat Medics are the unsung heroes of war. Hollywood prefers to focus on the glamour of Special Operations units or the spectacle of... - December 19, 2011 - combat medic

Long® Fence Supports Our Troops During Two Holiday Events

Long® Fence is honored to provide support for two military events during this holiday season—the United States Marine Corps Toys for Tots Campaign and the Military Bowl college football match between the US Air Force Academy and the University of Toledo. Long® Fence regularly provides... - December 16, 2011 - Long Fence

NESTA’s Personal Fitness Trainer Certification Program Now Approved for GI Bill Tuition Reimbursement

The Department of Veteran Affairs recently approved the National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association’s (NESTA) Personal Fitness Trainer Certification Program for reimbursement under the GI Bill. Military personnel interested in pursuing a personal fitness career can learn more at http://www.nestacertified.com/military/. - December 08, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development

Health Care Reform- Dr. Kipp Van Camp, a Practicing Physician, and His View of What is Ailing Us (and the US)

Maybe you haven’t noticed yet, but the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) that the Democratic Congress passed in 2010 is already impacting your health care. Dr. Kipp A. Van Camp, a triple boarded Interverntional Radiologist with 25 years experience in the medical field, gives a physician's view of how health care reform will impact the average American in "Misdiagnosis: A practicing physicians case study in health care reform." - December 08, 2011 - Dr. Kipp A. Van Camp

Capita’s Delivering Integrated Health Services Through Children’s Centres Briefing is Taking Place on Tuesday 31st January 2012 in Central London

Speakers: Sue Robb, Director of Early Years, 4Children Viv Bennett, Deputy Chief Nursing Officer, Department of Health Liz Bailey, Head of Children’s Services, Medway Community Healthcare Linda Uren, Director of Children’s Services, Gloucestershire County Council Sian Larrington,... - December 04, 2011 - Capita Conferences

Tea Party Patriots and Conservatives Protest Senator John McCain's National Defense Authorization Act in His Home Turf, Tucson, Arizona

Conservatives protest the newly passed National Defense Authorization Act which allows for any US citizen to be held by U.S. military forces for an indefinite period of time with no Constitutional due process. - December 02, 2011 - Jeff Bales

Mind-Alliance Systems Joins UN Disaster Risk Reduction Private Sector Partnership

Mind-Alliance, the leader of Information Sharing Management software for homeland security, emergency preparedness, and business continuity professionals, today announced that it has joined the United Nations Disaster Risk Reduction Private Sector Partnership to support work aimed at enhancing... - November 25, 2011 - Mind-Alliance Systems

Congresswoman Limkaichong Keynotes Dangerous Drugs Board’s 39th Anniversary

Rep. Jocelyn S. Limkaichong spoke before more than 300 officials and representatives of government and non-government organizations fighting the ills of drug abuse in the Philippines, on the occasion of the country's anti-drug abuse agency's 39th anniversary and recognition rites. Last week was Philippines' Anti-Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Week pursuant to Presidential Proclamation 124. - November 25, 2011 - Office of Congresswoman Jocelyn S. Limkaichong

Egyptian Expatriates Condemn the Use of Violence Against Egyptian Civilians

In light of the saddening turn of events that have taken place in Egypt over the past few days, the undersigned, Egyptian Expatriates, strongly condemn the use of force to silence the voices of the people of Egypt. The recent turn of violent events in Egypt is the consequence of the growing public... - November 23, 2011 - American Egyptian Strategic Alliance

Rubicon Advantage Inc. Announces Expansion of Tactical Products and Strategic Training Services in Latin America

Rubicon-Advantage Inc. today announced further progress in its strategic growth initiative focused on innovative tactical products and strategic law enforcement training services throughout Latin America. A company spokesman stated, “We are excited to be expanding our tactical products and... - November 12, 2011 - Rubicon Advantage Inc

Introducing NewsParticipation.com, the Voice of the Citizen

Exclusive Video Footage of Occupy Boston on NewsParticipation.com The footage is made up of interviews with occupiers telling their personal reasons for joining the protests and a Close-up view of... - November 09, 2011 - NewsParticipation.com

OutMilitary.com Members Tell Their Story

OutMilitary.com, a social network for LGBT service members and their supports, is proud to release a series of interviews from their members who served under DADT. - November 06, 2011 - OutMilitary.com

Center for the Future of Teaching and Learning at WestEd to Release New Report Examining Science Education in California Elementary Schools

A new research report, High Hopes – Few Opportunities: The Status of Science Education in California Elementary Schools, will be released for publication and broadcast on Tuesday, October 25, 2011. Research for the report was conducted by the Lawrence Hall of Science at the University of California, Berkeley and SRI International. - October 22, 2011 - Center for The Future of Teaching and Learning at WestEd

Congresswoman Limkaichong Speaks in Global Development Meeting; Talk Centered on Philippines’ Situation and Policy Priorities on Education and Health Sectors

Congresswoman Jocelyn S. Limkaichong of the 1st District of Negros Oriental, central Philippines was invited to speak in the Global Development Network's (GDN) regional policy seminar on “Effective Public Service Delivery in Health and Education,” New Delhi, India, October 12, 2011. And as expected, she delivered a rousing speech, and a comprehensive picture of Philippines' education and health sectors. - October 20, 2011 - Office of Congresswoman Jocelyn S. Limkaichong

President 2012: Patriot or Puppet for Billionaires

A political guide that breaks down the top desired qualities for America’s future leaders that places blame and responsibility squarely where it belongs and then offers a plan to correct the mistakes. - October 19, 2011 - Anti-Aging Clinic Assoc., Inc.

Prostate Cancer Coalitions Emphatically Reject the Proposed “D” Prostate Cancer Recommendation of the U. S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF)

From The National Alliance of State Prostate Cancer Coalitions and The California Prostate Cancer Coalition The National Alliance of State Prostate Cancer Coalitions and the California Prostate Cancer Coalition emphatically reject the proposed “D” Prostate Cancer Recommendation of the... - October 15, 2011 - California Prostate Cancer Coalition

Textile Industry Loses as Congress Passes KORUS Free Trade Agreement

Specialty fabrics manufacturers are likely to be the latest FTA collateral damage. - October 13, 2011 - Industrial Fabrics Association International

Geosemble Product Release Showcases “PlaceGenius™” Technology for Location Intelligence

Geosemble’s newest software release showcases “PlaceGenius™” as the underlying technology for delivering knowledge about places from sources all over the world. - October 12, 2011 - Geosemble Technologies

American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance Supports Wall Street Journal Call for Repeal of CLASS Act

The American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance Executive Director called for support of The Wall Street Journal editorial suggesting House Republicans vote to repeal the CLASS Act provisions within health care reform. - October 06, 2011 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Conservative Republican John S. Carroll Announces U.S. Senate Run

On September 21st, 2011, John Carroll announced this run for the U.S. Senate from Hawaii as a Republican. Carroll was elected 5 times to the Hawaii State Legislature, had an extensive military career as a jet fighter pilot, an airline captain with Hawaiian Airlines and now practices law in Honolulu. - October 05, 2011 - John S. Carroll

U.S. Based Try Safety First Turns to Brazil to Advance New Technology

With a registered bill on the table, U.S. based Try Safety First (TSF) is deploying time, talent and resources into Brazil to advance its new mobile phone protocol technology. - October 02, 2011 - Try Safety First, Inc.

Empowering America's Voters – Information Literacy

October is National Information Literacy Awareness Month. In 2009, President Obama issued the first presidential proclamation, acknowledging the critical importance of information literacy to the social and economic welfare of the American people. Knowing how to find, evaluate, and use effectively information from a variety of media and information resources are essential 21st century competencies every American needs to know to ensure personal, academic, and professional success. - October 02, 2011 - National Forum on Information Literacy

Bootstrap America Launches Website for Those Who Want to Restore America to Its’ Former Status of Prominence

A new website for an open forum of knowledge exchange has launched. What makes this site unique and vital is that Bootstrap America is designed to give a voice and resources to those who want to restore America to its’ former status of prominence. Francine Vallone, one of the two partners of... - October 02, 2011 - Bootstrap America

Nuclear Regulatory Commission Chooses Kleane Kare for Operations & Maintenance

The Richmond, Virginia-based custodial services company Kleane Kare recently added the Rockville, Maryland-based Nuclear Regulatory Commission to its growing list of governmental clients. The NRC will be the first Operations & Maintenance contract for Kleane Kare in its 25-year history. - September 25, 2011 - Kleane Kare

OutMilitary.com – a Social Network for LGBT Service Members – Official Statement in Regards to the Historic Repeal of DADT

OutMilitary.com official statement to the media in regards to to the historic repeal of DADT on September 20, 2011. - September 19, 2011 - OutMilitary.com

9/11 10th Anniversary Challenge Coin Raising $911,000 for U.S. Military and First Responders via USO and NYPD

COINFORCE.com announced the 9/11 10th Anniversary "Never Forget" Challenge Coin fundraiser benefiting U.S. active-duty military, dependents, veterans, wounded warriors and first responders. COINFORCE.com owners and Retired Air Force Veterans Jordan and Donna Haines plan to help raise more than $911,000 this year for organizations such as the USO, New York Police Department and Veterans of Foreign Wars. - September 11, 2011 - COINFORCE.com

Eastern National Develops Limited Edition Merchandise Commemorating the Dedication of the Flight 93 National Memorial

To commemorate the dedication of the new Flight 93 National Memorial (NM) in Shanksville, PA, Eastern National, Flight 93 NM’s cooperating association, is releasing a series of limited edition commemorative items. The proceeds from the sales of these commemorative items will support... - September 11, 2011 - Eastern National

Balfour Beatty Construction Hires Portnoy to Lead Public-Private Partnerships

Balfour Beatty Construction announced today the addition of Ken Portnoy as Vice President of Public-Private Partnerships. In this role, Portnoy will help lead and coordinate the pursuit and delivery of public-private partnerships (PPP) within all of Balfour Beatty Construction’s U.S. - August 31, 2011 - Balfour Beatty Construction

Suicide Bomb Attack Kills 18, Increases Demand for Thermal Matrix Technology

The worldwide wave of suicide bombings continued this week in Nigeria, with an attack that killed at least 18 people at a United Nation’s headquarters in the Nigerian capital of Abuja. Initial reports indicate an Islamic militant group linked to the Taliban is increasing such bombings on... - August 28, 2011 - Thermal Matrix USA

Heroes Breakfast Benefit Operation Stand Down, Inc.

Operations Stand Down, non-profit agency serving honorable discharged veterans in Middle Tennessee will be holding their first major fundraiser Oct. 31st at the Lowe's Vanderbilt Hotel Nashville TN. Proceeds from the event are used to support OSDN efforts. - August 23, 2011 - Operation Stand Down, Inc Nashville

Indian Country Business Summit Keynote Speakers Announced

The 2011 Indian Country Business Summit (ICBS) keynote speakers have been announced. U.S. Representative Tom Cole and Mark Masters, CEO Chloeta Fire LLC, will address an array of topics regarding “Teaming for Success.” The ICBS will focus on familiarizing buyers with state, federal,... - August 23, 2011 - Chloeta

UNIVEC Announces FDA Labeler Code Approval

UNIVEC announces FDA approval of Labeler Code. Univec, Inc. (UNVC) a specialty pharmaceutical company, announces it has been issued a FDA labeler code. This is the prefix for each National Drug Code (NDC) on products that is manufactured and distributed by Univec for the company’s Specialty... - August 09, 2011 - UNIVEC INC

Troop Transition™ Builds GI THRIVE to Stave-off Veteran Unemployment

GI Thrive™, the newest in a string of successful programs from the builders of Troops2Roughnecks™, Troops2Truckers™ and Troops2Energy™ has gone online to bring training and jobs to combat rising veteran unemployment. - August 09, 2011 - Troop Transition International

Nika Corporate Housing Joins the "GO Furnished Housing" Team

Nika Corporate Housing and GO Furnished Housing Providers Offers Highest Standards, One-Call Access to Best-in-Class Apartments, 35% Savings over Standard Hotel Rates, and Nationwide Reach - August 09, 2011 - Nika Corporate Housing

Projility Receives GSA STARS II – Government-wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC)

As a GSA STARS II contract holder, Projility will provide civilian, DoD and intelligence agencies proven strategic and management consulting services that only small business can deliver. - August 09, 2011 - Projility Inc.

OutMilitary.com – A Social Network for LGBT Service Members – Statement on DADT Repeal Certification

OutMilitary.com official statement to the media in regards to President Obama’s certification of DADT repeal. - July 23, 2011 - OutMilitary.com

Building Resilient Communities

The InfraGard National Members Alliance (INMA) held the latest in its series of critical sector forums by examining building resilient communities with FEMA Administrator W. Craig Fugate. INMA Chairman, Dr. Kathleen Kiernan, and KeyPoint Government Solutions President and CEO, Jeff Schlanger,... - July 22, 2011 - InfraGard National Members Alliance