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Defense Strategies Institute’s 2nd Annual Military IoT & Sensors Summit

Defense Strategies Institute is proud to announce the 2nd Annual Military IoT & Sensors Summit occurring April 3 & 4, 2019 at the Mary M. Gates Learning Center in Alexandria, Virginia. DSI designed this year’s summit to focus on the theme of “Facilitating IoT Connectivity & Security in Support of Warfighter Situational Awareness.” - March 15, 2019 - Defense Strategies Institute

Cascade Healthcare Services to Deliver American Red Cross Programs to United States Military

Cascade Healthcare Services (Cascade), the leading provider of healthcare resuscitation certification, training, credentialed healthcare and workplace safety curriculums on the west coast, announced today that it will use the new American Red Cross curriculum for resuscitation and first aid... - March 12, 2019 - Cascade Healthcare Services

US Sanctions on Iran, a Direct Hit on the Persian Rug Industry, Says Damoka LA

On August 6th, 2018, the United States said it would be reimposing economic sanctions against Iran; sanctions that were lifted under a 2015 nuclear accord. The 2015 resolution opened the Iranian market to free trade, creating an international boom in Iranian commodities, most notably its hand-woven... - March 12, 2019 - Damoka

"Walking The Razor's Edge: The Dutchman and The Baron" is Now Available for Purchase on Amazon.com

"Walking The Razor's Edge: The Dutchman & The Baron" is a riveting new book written by Tommy and Hilde Wilkens of Roanoke, Virginia that will step by step unfold the story of journalist Willem Oltmans and his life and his journalistic work concerning George de Mohrenschildt and his friendship with Lee Harvey Oswald, accused assassin of President John F. Kennedy. - March 08, 2019 - Tommy & Hilde Wilkens

MITA Applauds Introduction of Bipartisan Bill to Permanently Repeal the Medical Device Tax

Bipartisan Legislation Would Repeal the Medical Device Tax and Safeguard American Medical Technology Innovation. - March 07, 2019 - Medical Imaging and Technology Alliance

National LTC Pharmacy Group: DIR Fees Should be Eliminated, Not “Reformed”

Senate Aging Committee Hearing on Untangling “Complex Web of Prescription Drug Prices” Provides Forum for Ongoing Discussion of Abolishing Direct and Indirect Remuneration (DIR) Fees. - March 07, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition

Green Rush Packaging Expands Operations Into the Canadian Cannabis Market

Green Rush Packaging expands operations into emerging Canadian cannabis market. - March 06, 2019 - Green Rush Packaging

MARC Applauds Bipartisan Bill to Improve Medicare Secondary Payer Policy

Commonsense legislation aims to reform a broken MSP process, increase stakeholder certainty and remove barriers to care. - February 28, 2019 - Medicare Advocacy Recovery Coalition

Ulzi Announces Continued Momentum Led by More Than Doubling App Download Growth

Company Doubles User Base, Expands Marketing Geographically and Hits College Campuses Statewide. - February 28, 2019 - Ulzi

Alliance for Site Neutral Payment Reform Urges Congress to Consider Site Neutral Payment Reforms

In a letter to Congressional leaders, Alliance detailed how site neutral payment reforms can save U.S. taxpayers billions of dollars while increasing access to care in community-based settings. - February 22, 2019 - Alliance For Site Neutral Payment Reform

Apex Officer Launches Virtual Reality Crisis Intervention Police Training Simulator for Law Enforcement Agencies

With Apex Officer’s VR CIT training simulator, police officers and law enforcement agencies can prepare for thousands of different crisis intervention scenarios in a safe, immersive, and controlled environment. - February 22, 2019 - Apex Officer

Yona-Brixtel Announces Major Expansion with the Opening of a New Office in Denver

Yona-Brixtel answering strong demand with the opening of a new office that houses a dedicated team. - February 22, 2019 - Yona-Brixtel, LLC

National LTC Pharmacy Group Praises SFC Momentum on PBM Rebate Transparency

Positive Grassley Sentiment on Greater PBM Transparency Draws Support from SCPC. - February 21, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition

The American Association on Health and Disability's (AAHD) Call to Action to Promote the All of Us Research Program to People with Disabilities

The American Association on Health and Disability (AAHD) Announces a Call to Action to People with Disabilities to Get Involved in the All of Us Research Program. - February 19, 2019 - American Association on Health and Disability

RWCO “Industry Barometer” Survey Shows 30% Win Rate is “New Normal” for Federal Contractors

Survey findings and analysis are presented within RWCO industry-wide survey, entitled “RWCO’s Public Sector Procurement Barometer 2019.” This research examines industry trends, best practices, assumptions and market factors within the public sector. It provides public-sector contractors with reliable benchmarking data from which to assess their individual performance against their peers. - February 19, 2019 - Richard Wagner and Company

The Republican Hindu Coalition (RHC) Lead More Than 500 in Solidarity at Grassroots Immigration Rally in Front of the White House on February 10th 2019

The RHC Organized a Grassroots Mass Rally for Its Bi-Partisan 5&5 Immigration Reform Policy in an Effort for Inclusion of DALCA and Green Card Backlog in Ongoing Congressional Negotiations. - February 19, 2019 - Republican Hindu Coalition

John Ramsey, Author, Public Speaker and Political Activist Speaks at the Republican Club of Longboat Key

John Ramsey recently spoke at the Republican Club of Longboat Key dinner meeting to a sold out crowd at the Longboat Key Club. John discussed the importance to implement a constitutional amendment to restrain Washington’s limitless spending addiction. According to John, there are currently 28... - February 17, 2019 - Republican Club of Longboat Key

Virginia Senate Issues Joint Resolution Celebrating Unmanned Systems Initiatives

Virginia Senate Issues Joint Resolution 347 Commending The Center for Innovative Technology (CIT) and the Virginia Tech Mid-Atlantic Aviation Partnership (MAAP) for their successful leadership in unmanned systems integration. - February 15, 2019 - The Virginia Center for Unmanned Systems at CIT

Super Brush Receives ISO 13485:2016 Certification

Super Brush LLC, a manufacturing leader in foam swabs and applicators announced today that the company has earned ISO 13485:2016 certification for its quality management system. ISO 13485:2016 certification ensures an organization, such as Super Brush, can consistently meet applicable customer,... - February 15, 2019 - Super Brush LLC

DSI Announces 7th Border Security & Intelligence Summit

Defense Strategies Institute is pleased to announce the 2019 Border Security & Intelligence Summit on April 10-11, 2019 in Alexandria, VA - February 15, 2019 - Defense Strategies Institute

TechFlow to Provide Performance-Based Logistics Services to the Transportation Security Administration

TechFlow, a forward-thinking logistics and digital services solutions company, has been selected by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to implement and operate a comprehensive performance based logistics (PBL) program to sustain Government-certified Explosives Detection Systems (EDS)... - February 14, 2019 - TechFlow

Home Health Leaders Applaud Introduction of Legislation to Strengthen Medicare Home Health Reforms

Partnership and NAHC commend bipartisan lawmakers for introducing legislation to ensure Medicare payment reductions are based on actual changes in provider behaviors. - February 12, 2019 - Partnership for Quality Home Healthcare

Abused in Scouting Team of Legal Titans Takes on Boy Scouts of America in Sexual Abuse Claims

Look-back windows in the law are allowing more childhood victims of sexual assault to seek justice against their abusers. Now, a team of legal titans is taking on the Boy Scouts of America. - February 11, 2019 - AVA Law Group, Inc.

Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. Completes Acquisition of River Country Rescue in Louisiana

Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. (MES) is pleased to announce it has completed the acquisition of River Country Rescue in Hammond, Louisiana. Steve Bornkessel, owner of River Country Rescue, has been the premier Hurst Jaws of Life dealer in Louisiana for over 35 years. MES is proud to have Steve... - February 08, 2019 - Municipal Emergency Services, Inc.

The Fairness for High-Skilled Immigrants Act

Immigration Voice announces support from a record number of bipartisan legislators for the introduction of legislation seeking for fair treatment for high-skilled immigrants on Green Card waiting times. - February 07, 2019 - Immigration Voice

Turki Al Sheikh Signs Several MoUs and Agreements in London to Support the Development of the Saudi Entertainment Sector

Turki bin Abdul Mohsen Al Sheikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), signed a number of MoUs in the UK capital London to enrich and diversify entertainment offering in the Kingdom and boost the development of the entertainment sector. - February 06, 2019 - General Entertainment Authority

National LTC Pharmacy Group: Senate, House Drug Pricing Hearings Kick-Off Vital 2019 Discussion on Transparency, Accountability, Reform

SCPC Urges Sweeping Congressional Focus on PDP/PBM Abuses, Culpability in Market Manipulation. - January 29, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition

National LTC Pharmacy Group to CMS: Abolish DIR Fees – "A Windfall Profit" for Prescription Drug Plans (PDPs) and Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs)

Citing Unique Nature of LTC Pharmacies and Elderly Patients They Serve, Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition (SCPC) Viewpoint on DIR Fees Differs from Other Pharmacy Sector Groups - January 29, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition

Buhari/Osinbajo Administration is Leading Nigeria on the Right Path to Advancing Prosperity, Security & Stability with Next Level Agenda

President Buhari - Doing More with Less While Building the Economy, Security & Gradually Quenching Corruption - January 27, 2019 - Nigeria Diaspora for Buhari

Willo Products - The Jail Renovations Experts Launches New Website

Willo Products is pleased to announce the launch of their brand-new website. After months of hard work and dedication, Willo is delighted to officially announce the launch on January 23, 2019. The new site is now available and the URL is www.willoproducts.com. Willo Products has been in business... - January 23, 2019 - Willo Products

Operative Experience Announces TCCS Plus, a High-Fidelity Training Simulator for Medical Provider Level Tactical Casualty Care

Operative Experience Inc., (OEI) a company that develops the world’s only hands-in-the-body medical simulators for obstetrics, trauma and surgical training, today announced the launch of TCCS Plus, a military grade, high-fidelity simulator designed to provide hyper-real, clinically-responsive... - January 22, 2019 - Operative Experience, Inc.

Free Employment Drug Testing Offered for Federal Government Workers Affected by the Government Shutdown

Accredited Drug Testing is pleased to announce that it is now offering free drug and alcohol testing for all current Federal Government employees at all company owned and affiliated testing centers nationwide. Accredited Drug Testing recognizes that many Federal Government employees are facing financial hardship due to the government shutdown and may be required to seek employment in the private sector. - January 22, 2019 - National Drug & Alcohol Screening Association

The Government Shutdown’s Shocking Impact on a Local Church

Grace Church is offering emergency loans and food to its members that are impacted by the current federal government shutdown. - January 22, 2019 - Grace Church

New Film Dedicated to DACA Dreamers Dramatizes How Life Can be for Them in Mexico

ES Creative Gang, a Multi-cultural Creative Services company and Producer/Director Luis Luna Estrada release “One Night in Mexico” and soon will release “Una Noche en Mexico,” a unique film project producing two films simultaneously in English and Spanish, a creative endeavor 15 years in the making. - January 17, 2019 - ES Creative Gang

Apex Officer Showcasing New Virtual Reality Training Simulators for Police and Military at Shot Show 2019

Apex Officer will showcase their new VR training technology for police and military training at NSSF Shot Show January 22nd through 25th in Las Vegas. - January 17, 2019 - Apex Officer

Australian Country Party Announces Its National Expansion as the First, Truly Democratic, Grass Roots Political Party in Australia

New Federal Chairman of the Australian Country Party, Glenn O’Rourke, today announced the official commencement of the National Expansion of the Australian Country Party. “The Australian Country Party is a grass roots up party that listens to people and allows members and supporters... - January 16, 2019 - Australian Country Party

Patient & Provider Groups Oppose Legislation to Enable International Reference Pricing for Seniors’ Drugs

Coalition believes proposal by Sen. Sanders, Reps. Khanna and Cummings is likely to restrict access to lifesaving medicines and lead to adverse unintended consequences. - January 11, 2019 - Part B Access for Seniors and Physicians Coalition

City of Groveland Offers Help to Employees at Closed Federal Agencies

One Central Florida city is deferring utility fees for employees of any closed federal agencies during the shutdown. - January 11, 2019 - City of Groveland

Advancing a Government Wide Approach to CBRN Defense, Readiness, and Response

The 7th iteration of Defense Strategies Institute’s Joint Civil & DoD CBRN Symposium will take place on March 6 & 7, 2019 in Alexandria, Virginia. Attendees at this two-day senior level event will discuss the latest updates in advancing a government wide approach to improving CBRN defense, readiness and response strategies and capabilities. Discussions at this event will focus on this year's theme of "Advancing a Government Wide Approach to CBRN Defense, Readiness, and Response." - January 11, 2019 - Defense Strategies Institute

AmpleHarvest.org Helping America's Home and Community Gardeners Respond to Government Shutdown

Home Gardeners in Southern Hardiness Zones Can Assist Food Pantries Experiencing a Surge of Need Due to Shutdown - January 10, 2019 - AmpleHarvest.org

Jami L. Hartley Recognized as a Woman of the Month for December 2018 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)

Jami L. Hartley of Covington Township, Pennsylvania has been recognized as a Woman of the Month for December 2018 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of construction. Each month P.O.W.E.R. - January 09, 2019 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

Grand Canyon West Fully Open for Business; Federal Shutdown Has No Impact on West Rim Tourism

Visitors looking to experience the Grand Canyon during the federal government shutdown can do so at Grand Canyon West, which remains open and fully operational for visitors from all over the world. Owned and operated by the Hualapai Tribe, Grand Canyon West is not part of the National Park Service. Thus, the tourism center, which attracts more than 1 million visitors each year, has not been at all affected by the federal shutdown. - January 08, 2019 - Grand Canyon Resort Corporation

Meadows Bank Increases Rate on IOLTA Funds to Support Organizations That Provide Low or No-Cost Legal Aid

Meadows Bank, Member FDIC, announced that it has raised the interest rate paid on IOLTA Funds (Lawyers Trust Accounts). The earned interest from the Interest on Lawyers Trust Account (IOLTA) program is an important source of funding for the organizations supported by the Nevada Bar Foundation,... - January 08, 2019 - Meadows Bank

Grassley's Longtime Focus on Transparency Praised by National LTC Pharmacy Advocacy Group as Senator Assumes Senate Finance Committee Chairmanship

SCPC: New WSJ Report on Part D Medicare Plans Overcharging CMS Ripe Target for Scrutiny - January 07, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition

MSAB Sign Up to the Border Security Conference, Taking Place in Rome in February

SMi Reports: MSAB to sponsor, speak and exhibit at the 12th annual Border Security Conference. - January 07, 2019 - SAE Media Group

Apex Officer Showcasing Latest Virtual Reality Police Training Innovation at CES 2019

Apex Officer, an international provider of virtual reality training simulators for the law enforcement, military, first responder, commercial and educational markets, announced today that it will showcase three innovative new technologies related to virtual reality and training simulations from... - December 29, 2018 - Apex Officer

Pegasus Aerospace Develops "ShockWave Tactical UAS" for Government, Law Enforcement, S.W.A.T. & Private Security Applications

Because Lives Matter, and a lack of TRUE Tactical Unmanned Aircraft Systems exist in the UAS marketplace today, Pegasus Aerospace has developed a Tactical UAS for use by Government, Law Enforcement, School Resource Officers and Private Security Firms, to enable them to safely and accurately achieve... - December 28, 2018 - Pegasus Aerospace

Lancaster Theological Seminary Opens 194th Spring Term with Address by Lancaster Mayor Danene Sorace