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IQM2 to Launch Public Meeting Survey
IQM2, a leader in furnishing meeting management technology solutions for government entities and school districts, announced today they will be launching a survey to obtain feedback from municipalities regarding the importance placed on improving public meeting business processes and enhancing... - October 02, 2008 - IQM2, Inc
Senate Hearing: Chilworth Testifies at the U.S. Senate Hearing on Dust Explosion Hazards
On Tuesday, July 29, 2008, a hearing was convened in the Dirksen Office Building of the U. S. Senate, by the Employment and Workplace Safety Subcommittee of the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The subject of the hearing was “Dangerous Dust: Is OSHA Doing Enough to Protect... - October 01, 2008 - Chilworth Technology, Inc.
Rapid Sheet Metal Inc Receives ITAR Registration
Demonstrates commitment to military, defense and government markets. - September 27, 2008 - Rapid Sheet Metal
Stonehenge: Geological Feature Indicates the Site Was Constructed at the End of the Last Ice Age, 14,000 Years Ago
As the spotlight turns once again on Stonehenge a British born amateur geologist, Dean Talboys, believes he has rediscovered a geological feature of the site which could give an indication of its true age. In dating the site archeologists have only ever considered radiocarbon determination of samples recovered during excavations. However, Talboys claims that these only indicate periods of activity at the site and not the original date of construction. - September 26, 2008 - Dean Talboys
GovGoGreen Plan Provides ‘Let the Savings Pay - Not the Taxpayer’ for Energy Saving Software CarbonWise
Living Life Green's GovGoGreen Plan provides ‘let the savings pay - not the taxpayer’ for energy saving software CarbonWise. The innovative initiative uses Living Life Green's Kinetic Payment System. - September 26, 2008 - Living Life Green
Thousands Gather for Urban Planning Conference in Hollywood
Los Angeles, CA, September 16, 2008 — The 2008 State Conference for the California Chapter of the American Planning Association (APACA) will take over Hollywood & Highland and the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel, September 21-24, 2008, with attendance expected to top 2,000 urban planning professionals from across the State. The Conference will be held over four-days and will focus on the walkability of America's 2nd largest city and the Hollywood entertainment district. - September 19, 2008 - American Planning Association California
Portland State Selects EQUELLA to Preserve Digitized Intellectual Output
The Learning Edge North America, today announced that Portland State University has selected EQUELLA, the award-winning Digital Repository to meet the need for a centralized system to access and preserve the campus’s digitized intellectual output. - September 18, 2008 - The Learning Edge International
Presidential Candidates Duke It Out at Halloween Adventure; Political Character Masks Are Hot This Year
Bruce Goldman, President and Founder of Halloween Adventure, one of the world's largest costume and accessory retailers, said on Wednesday, "With the presidential election lurking just around the corner, political character masks are big business for the costume industry. From Barack Obama to John McCain, President Bush to Vice President Cheney, and even Bill and Hillary Clinton, political character masks are becoming more popular as we near the November 4th election." - September 17, 2008 - HalloweenAdventure.com
Molly S. White, Founder and Director of Women for Life International Releases Statement on Carol Fowler's Abortion Remark About Sarah Palin
Molly S. White, Founder and Director of Women for Life International has released the below statement regarding Carol Fowler's remark about Sarah Palin. Women for Life International is a coalition of pro-life groups and organizations combining their voices for the advancement of the right to life... - September 11, 2008 - Women for Life International, Inc.
Same-Sex Couples Can Win a Wedding by Entering the MyQueerWedding.com "Vote for Love" Video Contest
MyQueerWedding.com is offering the Prize of a Wedding Package to the Winner of their “Vote for Love” video contest, for the most compelling video story about marriage equality that inspires people to Vote for Love, Vote "no" on Proposition 8 in the California election this November. - September 10, 2008 - MyQueerWedding.com
Third Book Introduced to the Runaway Hit Series Don’t Misunderstand Me Pokes Fun at Politics
Don’t Misunderstand Me…I Want Your Vote – Political Talk Edition (ISBN: 978-0-615-24981-0) is now available in paperback and to Amazon Kindle customers. Just as the 2008 Presidential campaigns heat up, this humorous new book from Merrilee Kimble & Jason Myers takes a look at... - September 10, 2008 - CleverLivingOnline.com
New Guidance Document Offers Strategy for Remediation of Perchlorate in Groundwater
Solutions-IES, Inc., a leading provider of professional environmental engineering and remediation services for government and commercial clients around the world, in association with the Environmental Security Technology Certification Program (ESTCP), announces the publication and release of a... - September 09, 2008 - Solutions-IES, Inc.
Former FTC Commissioner and Distinguished Marine Orson Swindle to Headline NH Veteran Remembrance Ceremonies on September 11th
100 Nights of Remembrance Closing Ceremonies draws high-profile Washington policy maker and former POW as keynote speaker. - September 09, 2008 - One Hundred Nights of Remembrance
Florida–3 Airboat Search and Rescue Joins Search for Caylee Anthony
At the request of Texas EquuSearch, FL-3 Airboat Search and Rescue assisted in the Labor Day weekend search for Caylee Anthony. - September 04, 2008 - Florida-3 Airboat Search and Rescue
New Author Publishes First Poetry Collection on War, Politics, History, Society
Description of poetry collection, author and publisher - September 01, 2008 - E. O. Kean
FTC Identity Theft Study: You Can Help
The Federal Trade Commission has announced a proposal for a consumer survey research project "to advance its understanding of the experiences of consumers who interact with consumer reporting agencies following an incident of identity theft." - August 29, 2008 - SPENDonLIFE
Senator Mike Fasano Visits Central Florida Institute in Palm Harbor
Senator Mike Fasano visited Central Florida Institute (CFI) of Palm Harbor, Florida, recently. CFI of Palm Harbor resides in Senator Fasano’s District 11, as one of a number of postsecondary schools. - August 27, 2008 - Central Florida Institute
Mom and Purple Healthcare Bus Roll Through Ohio
Atlanta mom and attorney Kathie McClure and the VoteHealthcare.org Bandwagon Tour are rolling through Columbus, Athens, Dayton and Toledo this week as part of a National Tour to raise awareness about the millions of Americans who are struggling to find affordable health care. Upcoming Ohio events will include a public forum on August 28th with the American Medical Students Association at Wright State University and the Toledo Labor Day Parade. - August 26, 2008 - VoteHealthcare.org
Alive Mind's Special Offer - The Hope Combo for 9/11
In honor of 9/11 and in remembrance of the victims and their families, Alive Mind is exclusively offering two award-winning documentaries, Forgiveness: Stories of Our Time and Beyond Belief - The Hope Combo for 25% off this September. - August 23, 2008 - Alive Mind
Alive Mind Presents the Cabaret Combo for Those Election Cycle Blues
Together at last America's favorite Dragapella Quartet Kinsey Sicks meets Drag cabaret duo Kiki & Herb in one stunning, wildly entertaining, DVD combo The Cabaret Combo. Exclusively available through Alive Mind. - August 23, 2008 - Alive Mind
Esquire Innovations’ iOffice System 7, Previewed at the Upcoming ILTA Show
Esquire Innovations, Inc. announced that iOffice System 7 will be previewed at the International Legal Technology Association Annual conference August 25-28, 2008. Developed for the legal industry, iOffice System 7 includes: iCreate, templates and formatting tools for document creation and editing;... - August 22, 2008 - Esquire Innovations, Inc.
Esquire Innovations Previews iCreate 7 at ILTA ‘08
Esquire Innovations, Inc. announced that iCreate 7 will be previewed at the International Legal Technology Association Annual conference held August 25-28. iCreate is Esquire’s popular document production software designed specifically for the legal industry. “With accuracy and... - August 22, 2008 - Esquire Innovations, Inc.
Esquire Innovations, Inc. Previewing Version 7 of iDocID at ILTA’08
Esquire Innovations, Inc. will be previewing the new version of iDocID at the International Legal Technology Association Annual conference August 25-28, 2008. iDocID automates the insertion of a document ID into a document footer. “Leveraging Microsoft’s new ribbon technology in Office... - August 22, 2008 - Esquire Innovations, Inc.
Esquire Innovations’ iScrub 7, Previewed at the ILTA Show
Esquire Innovations, Inc. announced the preview of iScrub 7 at the International Legal Technology Association Annual conference August 25-28, 2008. iScrub is Esquire’s metadata management software for the legal industry. Managing the metadata found in Microsoft Office and PDF documents is a... - August 22, 2008 - Esquire Innovations, Inc.
Negative Politics in Bumper Stickers
Statistics show overwhelming “negative sentiment” in custom political bumper stickers. - August 21, 2008 - Graphicsland, Inc.
PerformTech Announces Launch of Radio Spots on WTOP
Announcing PerformTech's first radio ad campaign debuting today on WTOP (FM103.5). PerformTech is a small, local, women- owned company that has proven itself more than capable to compete against the myriad of large contractors for effective and innovative training solutions. - August 20, 2008 - PerformTech Inc
Senator Ken Salazar Endorses Jason Bane for Jeffco Commissioner
U.S. Senator Ken Salazar has endorsed Jason Bane for Jefferson County (Colo.) Commissioner, calling Bane "among a new generation of leaders in Colorado." - August 16, 2008 - Elect Jason Bane
Lights on with Solar Energy for San Antonio Firms: Slay Engineering Co. and Madeline Anz Slay Architecture
Novastar Energy installed 24 180kW panels in conjunction with CPS Energy in Balcones Heights, Texas. - August 09, 2008 - Madeline Anz Slay Architecture, PLLC
Governor Charlie Crist Recognizes Dunedin FL as First Purple Heart City
Dunedin Florida is the First Purple Heart City in the country. Thurs. Aug. 7, Purple Heart Park, located in Downtown Dunedin, a dedication ceremony takes place to honor Purple Heart Recipients. Representative C.W. Bill Young, a Representative from the Office of Governor Charlie Crist and many local Vets will be in attendance. Dunedin is setting a precedence for other cities to become Purple Heart Cities. This ceremony is in accordance with the National Day of Recognition. - August 04, 2008 - City of Dunedin
ASI Extreme Loading for Structures Software and Services Gain Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation
Applied Science International’s Extreme Loading for Structures (ELS) technology and consulting services have just been assigned the Department of Homeland Security’s SAFETY Act Designation for Anti-Terrorism. - July 31, 2008 - Applied Science International, LLC
New Labeling Supply Packs Address Need for Flexibility in the Current Economy
Industrial Safety Solutions, a leader in thermal label print technologies, announced today a new supply pricing structure that could significantly reduce the investment that a company would have to make to begin labeling for OSHA and NFPA compliance. This new offering represents a major shift in... - July 30, 2008 - Industrial Safety Solutions
The Federal Foreclosure Assistance Center Introduces Their Public/Private Alliance Model to Work with Government Agencies to Help Homeowners
The Federal Foreclosure Assistance Center has introduced their business model for the development of an alliance between government and private businesses to offer immediate assistance to homeowners at risk. - July 25, 2008 - Federal Banking Coop
Jason Bane Outraises Every Candidate for County Commissioner
Jason Bane, candidate for Jefferson County (CO) Commissioner, announced today that his campaign had raised more money in the most recent reporting period than every other county candidate. - July 25, 2008 - Elect Jason Bane
SaiComm LLC is Certified by the District of Columbia Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD) as a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE)
SaiComm LLC (dba Urban Alarm) (www.urbanalarm.com) has been certified by the District of Columbia Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD) as a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE). - July 25, 2008 - Urban Alarm
City of Rockford, Ill. Automates Permitting, Licensing and Code Compliance with Software from Infor Public Sector
Infor Hansen CDR Selected to Streamline Multiple Municipal Departments and Integrate with Infor Hansen CRM to Enhance Citizen Interaction. - July 24, 2008 - Infor
Rep. Ed Perlmutter (D-CO7) Endorses Jason Bane for Jefferson County Commissioner
Congressman Ed Perlmutter (D-Golden) today endorsed Jason Bane for Jefferson County (Colorado) Commissioner. - July 19, 2008 - Elect Jason Bane
Pre/Post Democratic National Convention Held at the Pepsi Center – Marriott Colorado Springs
The 2008 Democratic National Convention is rapidly approaching and the Marriott Colorado Springs is proud to offer special rates for attendees. - July 16, 2008 - Colorado Springs Marriott
AtHoc Appoints Olivia Dillan Vice President of Engineering to Support Continued Growth in New Markets
Executive to Leverage 24 Years' Enterprise Software Experience to Deliver Next-Generation Network-centric Emergency Notification Solutions - July 14, 2008 - AtHoc Emergency Notification
Provocative Plenary Prompts Possible Annual Maritime Security Summit at MAST
MAST 2008’s third day plenary session will spark crucial debate about the roles, requirements, and required skills of the authorities in charge of maritime security. An official invitation will be sent to international politicians/heads of state/defence ministers/security... - July 12, 2008 - Maritime Systems and Technologies
War Room Logistics’ Poll Shows Barack Obama Leads John McCain by 2.7% in Florida
In a poll of registered voters in the state of Florida, WRL reports Democrat Barack Obama leads Republican John McCain by 2.7% percentage points. (Obama 47.2%:McCain 44.5%) Obama is leading among Hispanic voters by 10.3% (Obama 50.6%: McCain 40.3%) and African American Voters by 57.3% (Obama... - July 10, 2008 - War Room Logistics, LLC
House Approves $6.4 Billion to Modernize Public Schools: AFSA Urges Senate to Follow Suit
The House of Representatives approved H.R. 3021, the 21st Century Green High Performing Public Schools Act. - July 10, 2008 - American Federation of School Administrators
Program Director of US' Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense Endorses MAST as the Ideal Annual Event to Discuss and Debate Core BMD Issues
Rear Admiral Alan B. "Brad" Hicks Program Director, Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense Missile Defense Agency, has given a ringing endorsement for the MAST series of events as the ideal annual vehicle to discuss and debate core BMD issues - July 09, 2008 - Maritime Systems and Technologies
3touch Nominated for ABPM Membership by Dell; the Only European Supplier to the Association Briefing Program Managers
3touch, nominated by Dell Ireland; have today become full supplier members of the Association of Briefing Programme Managers. The Association of Briefing Program Managers was formed in March, 1994 and is comprised of approximately 400 members from 100 Fortune 500 companies. In welcoming 3touch,... - July 08, 2008 - 3touch
Phoenix Foreclosures Continue Steady Climb in May 2008
Pima County Sees Decrease of Over 2 Percent. - July 01, 2008 - Default Research Inc
Charlotte Area Preforeclosures Increase in 2008
North Carolina Foreclosures Still Viewed as Stable Compared to the Rest of the Nation. - July 01, 2008 - Default Research Inc
Head of Government Policy Think Tank Calls on the Victorian and Australian Governments to Act, Not Dither, on Skills Reform
Matthew Tukaki, the head of Sydney based Government Policy and IP organisation, SansGov has called for the development of a contingent loan scheme to assist those wanting to return to or participate in vocational and technical education. In addition Mr. Tukaki has told the Victorian State Government and the Australian Government that a change in how we manage education and conduct workforce planning is essential. - July 01, 2008 - Sanseman Government
Former UN Official Joins SansGov
The former Deputy Director of the United Nations Staff Systems College, Les Pickett, has begun working with executive government advisory body, SansGov. Les will be advising on major projects dealing with human capital, people management, government workforce planning programs and the development of workforce management policies for developing countries. - June 30, 2008 - Sanseman Government
SecureUSA Develops Safety Module to Eliminate Accidental Destruction of Vehicles by Hydraulic Barriers and Bollards
SecureUSA's Service and Maintenance Dept. has designed a revolutionary safety module, called the Barrier Safety Lockout to prevent hydraulic vehicle barriers from falsely arming and causing catastrophic collisions. There have been many serious incidents as entrants have driven over or under hydraulic barrier equipment that has malfunctioned and armed. SecureUSA now has a cost effective and quick install the solution. - June 29, 2008 - SecureUSA Inc
LCW Introduces Cultural Detective®: Global Business Ethics Training Resource
Surveys of Global Ethics and Compliance Officers reveal that the top challenge in ensuring quality global programs is navigating the range of cultural norms in which their global workforce operates, and the need to keep a program from being or appearing imperialistic. The Cultural Detective®: Global Business Ethics training resource was developed in response to the need for a better, more sustainable solution to ethics dilemmas in a global business context. - June 27, 2008 - Language and Culture Worldwide, LLC
Women for Kevin Powell
Influential Women across the Nation Endorse Kevin Powell for Congress. - June 27, 2008 - Kevin Powell