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Texas Nuclear Caucus Aims to Position Texas as the Leader in Nuclear Technology
Seven Texas legislators today announced the establishment of the Texas Nuclear Caucus, a coalition of lawmakers focused on the full value chain of the nuclear industry, from energy and technology to medicine and waste, and positioning Texas as the leader in all aspects of the peaceful and... - April 12, 2023 - Texas Blockchain Council
Wildfire Safety Expo to Address Wildfire Preparedness on April 15
The Wildfire Safety Expo is designed to engage, equip, and educate people of all ages on wildfire/fire preparedness and safety through fun interactive activities and demonstrations. - April 12, 2023 - Green Valley Fire Safe Council
Dubai and Doha's Innovative Spirit and Economic Diversification Efforts Propel Them to Top Ranks above U.S. Cities, in 16th Innovation Cities Index
The Innovation Cities Index lead ranking has placed the mid-Eastern capital of Dubai 14th in the world from 500 cities. This puts a Mid-Eastern capital ahead of U.S. cities like Seattle (home to Microsoft) and Atlanta (home to Coca-Cola) in the updated 16th annual city ranking released by Australian firm 2ThinkNow. More successful economic diversification and infrastructure than a corporate U.S. focused on words and not actions, include reasons given. - April 10, 2023 - 2ThinkNow
Siddons Martin Emergency Group Joins Together with G&W Diesel Service, Inc.
Siddons-Martin Emergency Group is now providing sales and service in Arkansas and Tennessee in closing of the acquisition of G&W Diesel Service, Inc. of Memphis, TN. - April 05, 2023 - Siddons-Martin Emergency Group
Paperwork Consulting Extends Services to California and Wisconsin
Due to the demanding regulations governed by Davis-Bacon, Section 3, and prevailing wages, Paperwork Consulting has extended its services to multiple military bases in California and Wisconsin. This has expanded the company’s clientele regarding infrastructure for multifamily buildings to now... - March 28, 2023 - Paperwork Consulting
Fend Industries Offers Free Training to Volusia County School Resource Officers (SRO)
Fend Industries is excited to announce that they will be offering free training to all Volusia County School Resource Officers (SROs) in their state-of-the-art Law Enforcement Active Shooter and Use-of-Force simulators. - March 24, 2023 - Fend Industries LLC
Executive Coaching & Consulting Associates Celebrates 25th Anniversary
Washington, DC-based Executive Coaching and Consulting Associates (ECCA) celebrates its 25th Anniversary serving leaders within corporations, federal agencies, and non-profit organizations. ECCA has elevated hundreds of clients by delivering tangible results through its transformational coaching and consulting approach. Since its founding, ECCA has helped over 500 businesses and 2000 leaders in 80 industries, 50 states, and 18 countries to achieve measurable results and meaningful success. - March 21, 2023 - ECCA
Zachary L. Green Named Veteran of the Week by South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs
Zachary L. Green, founder and managing partner of Warrior Enterprises LLC, has been named the Veteran of the Week by the South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs (SCDVA). Green was nominated by retired SCDVA Secretary Will Grimsley for his honorable service within the U.S. Marine Corps... - March 20, 2023 - Warrior Enterprises LLC
Michael Gove Visits Greencore’s Multi-Award Winning, Zero-Carbon Development
Michael Gove, Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities visited the multi-award winning development Springfield Meadows, in Southmoor, Oxfordshire, last week. He was joined by the local MP, David Johnston. The development of 25 climate positive homes is built to be better than net-zero embodied carbon and aims to be net-zero energy in use. - March 20, 2023 - Greencore Construction
Joseph Earley Announces Candidacy for West Virginia's 2nd Congressional District
As a patriot and a veteran, Joe Earley stood in the gap as a firewall, defending freedom from tyranny and liberty from oppression. As the elected representative of the 2nd District of West Virginia, Joe Earley will honor the legacy of past generations of Americans that sacrificed greatly to make America the great nation it is. Our country will stand, once again, as a beacon of Freedom and Individual Liberty. - March 02, 2023 - Campaign to Elect Joe Earley
Streit Group Launches Armoured Vehicle Manufacturing and Assembling Facility in Uganda
Streit Group in partnership with NEC held a successful two-day launch of the NEC- Streit Armoured Vehicle Factory at the shores of Lake Kyoga in Nakasongola, Uganda. - February 28, 2023 - Streit Group
University of North Georgia Launches iGrad Student Financial Literacy Platform
Research shows that student financial literacy programs can decrease financial stress, improve academic performance, and teach students how to manage their finances for a lifetime. - February 24, 2023 - iGrad
The University of West Georgia Launches iGrad Student Financial Literacy Platform
UWG’s iGrad platform includes comprehensive, customized and interactive information on everything from building and maintaining good credit, budgeting and money management to student loan/debt management and loan calculators. - February 16, 2023 - iGrad
Patricia L. Blake Chosen as a Professional of the Year for 2023 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Patricia L. Blake of Yerington, Nevada has been honored as a Professional of the Year for 2023 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication for her outstanding achievements in the field of law enforcement. About Patricia L. Blake Patricia L. Blake is an author and retired police... - February 08, 2023 - Strathmore Worldwide
KE Law Group Announces Name Change to Kilinski | Van Wyk PLLC
KE Law Group, PLLC, with its practice focused in the areas of public finance, establishment and representation of special districts, local government law and construction law matters announced today that it has changed its name to Kilinski | Van Wyk PLLC. The new name reflects the personal commitment the founders and firm have to each other and to providing clients with efficient, responsive and business-minded strategic thinking in its legal counsel. - February 06, 2023 - Kilinski Van Wyk PLLC
International Intelligence Network (Intellenet) Appoints Jeffrey Stein as Executive Director
Intellenet has announced the appointment of Jeffrey Stein, LPI, BAI, CCDI, V.S.M as Executive Director of Intellenet, a worldwide network of investigators and security consultants specializing in law enforcement, investigations, intelligence and private security effective March 28, 2022. Effective November 23, 2022, Intellenet ’s Board of Directors established a Chairman of the Board, where Stein was appointed Chairman. - February 04, 2023 - Intellenet
DHS Awards $348,859 to The Foster Lane
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has awarded The Foster Lane $348,859 to bring 23 parenting workshops to parents and people who support families in the Children’s Long Term Support (CLTS) Waiver program. This funding is part of a total of $17.3 million awarded to 69... - February 03, 2023 - The Foster Lane
Washington SECO Awards Moetivations, Inc. the Statewide Contract for 9-1-1 PSAP Training & LMS Platform
After careful consideration and extensive research, Moetivations, Inc., a professional services company dedicated to serving 9-1-1, Emergency Communications Centers, and First Responders throughout the Nation, has been awarded a statewide contract from the Washington Military Department. This contract will be managed by the 911 Telecommunicator Training Program at the State 911 Coordinators Office (SECO) at Emergency Management Division. - January 31, 2023 - Moetivations, Inc
Paperwork Consulting Extends Services to Colorado and Florida
Due to the demanding regulations governed by Davis-Bacon, Section 3, and prevailing wages, Paperwork Consulting has extended its services to Colorado and Florida. Paperwork Consulting specializes in Housing and Urban Development (HUD), city, and state compliance paperwork. The firm collaborates... - January 17, 2023 - Paperwork Consulting
Daniel Vaswani of Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers Explains What Happens at the First Court Date of a Criminal Case in a Recently Released YouTube Video
Attorney Daniel Vaswani, the CEO of Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers, discusses what one needs to know on their first court date, what occurs, and explains how an attorney can help within this process. Check out the full video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1j7uOVKIeEU. - December 24, 2022 - Virtuoso Criminal & DUI Lawyers
Texas Bitcoin Miners Curtail Power in Advance of Arctic Blast
As Texas and much of the U.S. confronts the challenges of this winter storm, the bitcoin mining industry in Texas is playing a part in supporting the Texas grid during this challenging time by proactively curtailing power. Bitcoin miners in Texas and the Texas Blockchain Council are working with... - December 23, 2022 - Texas Blockchain Council
Longtime Community Leader Sallie Clark Announces Candidacy for Mayor of Colorado Springs – Clark Brings Proven Results and Executive Experience
Local business owner, former federal agency state director and local elected city and county leader, Sallie Clark, recently announced her candidacy to seek the office of Colorado Springs mayor. The election will be held in April of 2023. - December 21, 2022 - Citizens for Sallie Clark
ASCI Federal Services LLC Certified as a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)
ASCI Federal Services LLC (ASCI) is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) certification by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). - December 20, 2022 - ASCI Federal Services LLC
Philanthropist Rosario S. Cassata, of The Cassata Foundation, Donates Toys for 45 Local Children
The Cassata Foundation Trustee Rosario S. Cassata was proud to support Officer Claudia Delgado and the Suffolk County Police Department "Shop with a Cop" along with the local Target Store. - December 17, 2022 - The Cassata Foundation
Southwest Tennessee Community College Awards Velvet McCallum Tennessee Board of Regents’ Chancellor’s Commendation for Military Veterans
Southwest Tennessee Community College has awarded the Tennessee Board of Regents Chancellor’s Commendation for Military Veterans to Velvet McCallum, a former Army Reservist who currently serves as Southwest’s Library Services Security Coordinator. McCallum was honored for her exceptional service to the college and dedication to students during a Veteran’s employee appreciation and recognition event Nov. 8, 2022 at the Macon Cove Campus. - November 21, 2022 - Southwest Tennessee Community College
Securisyn Medical awarded $249,750 Advanced Industries Early Stage Capital and Retention Grant from the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade
Securisyn Medical, an early commercial-stage medical technology company and the developer of the patented SolidAIRity Flex® Oral Endotracheal Tube Stabilizer System, announced today the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade has awarded the Company a $249,750 Early Stage Capital and Retention Grant to accelerate design freeze, verification and validation testing, and clinical builds for the Company’s patented chest tube tube seal and securement device, SolidAIRity CT™. - November 18, 2022 - Securisyn Medical
California Criminal Defense Attorney Simone Chambliss Releases a Video Explaining a Misdemeanor Hit and Run Charge
Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers, a California criminal defense and DUI defense law firm (www.virtuosolaw.com), releases a Youtube video explaining misdemeanor hit and run and how it can be defended in court (video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBDnlwi7SwE). - November 18, 2022 - Virtuoso Criminal & DUI Lawyers
Criminal and DUI Defense Lawyer Joseph McPeak Releases YouTube Video About Different Types of Reckless Driving
Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers is a California criminal defense and DUI defense law firm (www.virtuosolaw.com), in Hayward, CA with offices in Oakland, San Jose, Manteca, Walnut Creek, and San Francisco. Recently, Attorney Joseph McPeak released a YouTube video discussing reckless driving laws. The firm regularly releases informative YouTube videos regarding criminal laws in California. Watch the video here: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_fbubsoJUIU). - November 18, 2022 - Virtuoso Criminal & DUI Lawyers
Salinas Valley Recycles Helps Feed Hungry People and Not Landfills While Reducing Climate Impacts
To assist in expanding food recovery capacity, ReGen Monterey and Salinas Valley Recycles are excited to announce the Edible Food Recovery Grant Program. As food insecurity has no boundaries, all jurisdictions in Monterey County are working collaboratively to contribute to these grant funds. This annual funding opportunity intends to award a total of up to $100,000 to non-profit organizations, businesses, or public entities that collect, generate, and distribute food to those in need. - November 17, 2022 - Salinas Valley Recycles
Carruthers Announces $8.7 Million in State Grants for Butler County
State Representative Sara Carruthers (R-Hamilton) announces Butler County has been awarded land reutilization funding from the state operating budget passed by the General Assembly last year. - November 04, 2022 - Sara Carruthers
HAL24K Water & Royal Eijkelkamp Announce Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Data as a Service (DaaS) for Global Water Sector
HAL24K Water & Royal Eijkelkamp join forces to facilitate the use of Data for the protection of our global water resources. This partnership will incorporate the world leading sensors of Royal Eijkelkamp, a company that has a proven track record in the Water Industry, with the data technology of HAL24K, a company renowned for delivering exceptional quality data, using advanced machine learning techniques and the latest AI programs, all running within their Collaborate™ Data and Model Ecosystem. - November 03, 2022 - HAL24K Water
The Intelligent Community Forum Announces Ohio as the World’s First Intelligent State
The Intelligent Community Forum (ICF) has declared the State of Ohio to be the world’s first Intelligent State at the conclusion of months of research conducted by ICF and its Global Institute in Dublin, Ohio. The research project aims to develop a set of objective standards and an evaluation process enabling other states and provinces to qualify as Intelligent States or Provinces, based on programs and practices at the municipal, county and state level. - October 24, 2022 - Intelligent Communities Group
Municipal Emergency Services Acquires Long Island-Based Equipment and Service Provider
Municipal Emergency Services (MES, Inc.) has acquired Coastal Fire Systems, Inc. on October 13, 2022. Founded in 2005, Coastal Fire Systems is the leading 3M™ Scott™ sales and service provider to municipalities and volunteer fire departments throughout Long Island, New York. Tom... - October 14, 2022 - Municipal Emergency Services, Inc.
Presidential Candidate Facilitating Mutual Aid Across America
A presidential contender is not waiting for the election to ensure that people receive aid because the current economic situation is hurting this country's population so badly. To date, the candidate has raised more money for mutual help than for his or her campaign. - October 14, 2022 - Jasmine Sherman for President
PMG Assists Technology Client Hopper Express Transportation to Seek Investment Funds & Strategic Alliance Partners
The unmanned vehicle and drone market is a hotbed of activity and every day there is a new product announcement and entry into this emerging Market. PMG is assisting Hopper Express Transportation, an innovative and forward-thinking company, to secure funds to bring its family of vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) flying aircraft deemed "Hoppers" into the mainstream. - October 10, 2022 - Performance Marketing Group
Patricia L. Blake Honored as a Distinguished Retiree by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Patricia L. Blake of Yerington, Nevada has been honored as a Distinguished Retiree by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication for her outstanding achievements in the field of law enforcement. About Patricia L. Blake Patricia L. Blake is a retired police lieutenant for the Los... - October 07, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
Military Airlift and Air-to-Air Refuelling 2022 Announcement: Boeing to Deliver Industry Insight
Boeing’s International Business Development Capture Team Lead Matt Kaslik will speak at the Military Airlift and Air-to-Air Refuelling conference in Florence, Italy, this November. - October 05, 2022 - SAE Media Group
Cybertrust America Announces Community-Driven Cybersecurity Symposium for Smart Cities '22
A non-profit consortium, helping cities and businesses address cyber risks with legally-defensible strategy and execution, jointly with NIST GCTC: Smart Security and Privacy, City of San Jose, City of Coral Gables, San Mateo County, and National Cyber Security Alliance, today announced its fifth annual Cybersecurity Symposium for Smart Cities '22 on October 25-26. - October 04, 2022 - Cybertrust America
Launch of New Political Activism Website: politiCAL911.com
A new political activism, news and government watchdog website launches today. politiCAL911.com seeks to activate people, increase transparency and hold elected officials & systems accountable. What: politiCAL911.com is a site focusing on politics in California (specializing in the San Diego... - September 24, 2022 - politiCAL911
Representatives Swearingen, Carruthers Introduce "Parents’ Bill of Rights Act"
State Reps. D.J. Swearingen (R-Huron) and Sara Carruthers (R-Hamilton) will be introducing the “Parents’ Bill of Rights Act,” which will protect and preserve the fundamental role that parents play in the education of their children. “The focus is to ensure that parents are... - September 21, 2022 - Sara Carruthers
California Criminal Defense Attorney Joseph McPeak Releases a YouTube Video Explaining Points on Your Driving Record
Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers, a California criminal defense and DUI defense law firm (www.virtuosolaw.com), releases a Youtube video explaining how the driving points system words and how points can affect a driving record (video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xAGB8ZK-CM). - September 15, 2022 - Virtuoso Criminal & DUI Lawyers
World Rivers Day 2022 Set for September 25
World Rivers Day commemorates the immense values of our rivers and encourages river stewardship and conservation around the globe – massive worldwide event involving up to 100 countries and millions of participants has its roots in British Columbia's Rivers Day. Millions of people and... - September 12, 2022 - World Rivers Day
Judy L. Cornelison Featured as Woman of the Month for August 2022 by P.O.W.E.R.-Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Judy L. Cornelison of Siren, Wisconsin, has been selected as a Woman of the Month for August 2022 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of government. Each month, P.O.W.E.R. features women to... - September 09, 2022 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
The Casino Esport Conference and the Esport Innovation Center, and Stockton University, Sponsored by the State of New Jersey, is Pleased to Announce the Upcoming CEC/EIC
Casino Esport Conference/Esports Innovation Center Atlantic City October 18-19, 2022 In Atlantic City, NJ, October 18 and 19, 2022; 3711 Atlantic Ave C/O EIC Atlantic City NJ 08401 The CEC/EIC October 18-19 will be held at the New Jersey State-funded Esports Innovation Center that is part of the... - September 06, 2022 - Casino Esport Conference
Hightower Headed to White House to Share Impact of Clean Energy & Local Community Initiatives
Stephen Hightower, CEO of Hightowers Petroleum Company and Hightower EV Solutions, has been invited to the White House by President Biden and Vice President Harris to attend the Communities in Action: Building a Better Ohio event set for next week. The half-day forum will be held in-person at the... - September 02, 2022 - Stephen L. Hightower
Joseph McPeak, a Criminal and DUI Defense Lawyer at Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers, Releases a YouTube Video About Requesting Court Dates for Traffic Tickets
Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers, a California criminal defense and DUI defense law firm (www.virtuosolaw.com), releases a YouTube video to explain the deadlines for requesting a court date for a traffic ticket. - September 01, 2022 - Virtuoso Criminal & DUI Lawyers
Criminal and DUI Defense Lawyer, Daniel Vaswani, Releases YouTube Video About Traffic Tickets in California
Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers, a California criminal defense and DUI defense law firm (www.virtuosolaw.com), releases a YouTube video to discuss traffic tickets in California (video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9GfigtkMpY). - August 27, 2022 - Virtuoso Criminal & DUI Lawyers
Acuity Total Solutions Announces Cyber Security and IT Services with Redesigned Website Launch
Minority woman owned maintenance company expands services to include cyber Security and IT services. - August 25, 2022 - Acuity Total Solutions
Cecil R. Benjamin Honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Cecil R. Benjamin of St. Croix, VI has been honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievement in the field of government. About Cecil R. Benjamin Cecil R. Benjamin is an American political activist and... - August 24, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
Daniel Vaswani of Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers, Releases YouTube Video Explaining California Carpool Violations
Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers is a California criminal defense and DUI defense law firm (www.virtuosolaw.com), explains California carpool violations in a recently released YouTube video (video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hgpPDzQ1FGc). - August 20, 2022 - Virtuoso Criminal & DUI Lawyers