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Double Amputee Parachutes Into College Bowl Games

Dana Bowman deploys special chute honoring Coalition to Salute America's Heroes. - January 24, 2014 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes

New Directors in UK and Australia Join Independent Authors Association

Two new directors based in the UK and Australia join the Association of Independent Authors expanding the company’s directorship across five continents. - January 24, 2014 - Association of Independent Authors

Top Selling Alternative for Quitting Smoking This Resolution Season is Quit Tea

Major online retailers such as Drugstore.com, and Amazon.com, have Quit Tea as the top selling “alternative quit smoking aid” this Resolution Season. - January 24, 2014 - Quit Tea LLC

Western Litigation, Inc. Presents Juanita Hood with Lisa Warren Wright Annual Achievement Award

Houston-based Western Litigation, Inc. has named Juanita Hood the 2013 recipient of its annual Lisa Warren Wright Annual Achievement Award. Ms. Hood is an Administrative Assistant at WLI’s headquarters in Houston. Her duties include supporting one attorney and three claims professionals as... - January 24, 2014 - Western Litigation, Inc.

Realized Master Ramakant Maharaj, a Direct Disciple of Nisargadatta Maharaj, is Now Teaching in Nashik, Maharashtra, India

Ramakant Maharaj is a phenomenon, known only to a handful of people. He is, in fact, the only direct Indian disciple of Shri Nisargadatta Maharaj, in the world, who is actively giving initiation into this lineage of Masters. His teachings clarify questions and doubts arising from Nisargadatta Maharaj's Non-dual philosophy, as well as from the spiritual classic "I Am That," published forty years ago. - January 24, 2014 - Ramakant Maharaj

3S Enterprises Awarded Top Honors

3S Enterprises has been awarded first place nationwide by client Verizon for Best Quality Office 2013. - January 24, 2014 - 3S Enterprises, Inc

Grimaldi's Pizzeria Makes California Debut January 29

El Segundo Restaurant Kicks Off the Brand’s Expansion into California with Opening Activities Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of AYSO with Support from the LA Galaxy. - January 24, 2014 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria

Call for Nominations Now Open for 2014 Blue Ribbon Award

Prevent Child Abuse-Sonoma County (PCA-SC) and the California Parenting Institute (CPI) announces a call for nominations for the 2014 Blue Ribbon Award. This award is given annually to exemplary individuals who have made a difference in the prevention of child abuse in Sonoma County. - January 24, 2014 - Child Parent Institute

Resurgence of Condo Sales in 2014?

Experts see sharp turnaround in Tampa Bay real estate market this year. From all accounts, 2014 is shaping up to be a banner year for real estate in St. Petersburg. National real estate and housing market experts agree that housing prices will likely rise this year. Both the Kiplinger Report and... - January 24, 2014 - The Sage St. Pete

A Concise Manual for Color Vision Testing

"Plates for Color Vision Testing," recently published by Thieme, is an easy-to-use manual that provides a simple and effective tool for detecting color vision deficiencies in any population. It features 32 color plates that use the principles of pseudoisochromasia (distinguishing numbers... - January 24, 2014 - Thieme Publishers

Premier Retailer Selects BizTech to Lead Oracle GoldenGate Real-Time Data Integration Implementation

Business Technology Services (BizTech), announced today that a large retailer in North America selected BizTech to lead their Oracle GoldenGate Real-Time Data Integration implementation. This U.S. based retail establishment operates over 700 retail stores throughout the United States and... - January 24, 2014 - Business Technology Services (BizTech)

Secret Entertainment Group Launches in Charlotte, NC

An Experiential Entertainment, Travel and Ticketing Agency - January 24, 2014 - Secret Entertainment Group

Tread Stands, LLC Verified as a Veteran-Owned Small Business by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs

Tread Stands, LLC, a full service provider of engineered-to-order work stands, tooling, and other industrial equipment is confirmed as a Veteran-owned small business and listed in the Veteran Business Database. - January 24, 2014 - Tread Stands, LLC

Sunbelt® is Named on Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500 List for the 15th Year

Sunbelt®, the place to go to buy or sell a business®, is the premiere network of franchised business brokerage offices in the world. Sunbelt boasts more than 200 locations across the globe though the franchise continues to look to expand their global footprint through their franchise sales efforts. Sunbelt is proud to be named on Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500 list for the 15th year. - January 24, 2014 - Sunbelt Business Brokers

Nylon Fusion Theater Company Presents "This Rounds on Us" – Love & Civil Rights Original 10 Minute-Short Play Festival

Nylon Fusion Theater Company Presents “This Rounds On Us” – Love & Civil Rights Original 10 minute-Short Play Festival Featuring members of the Writers' Collective and new member James McLindon. - January 24, 2014 - Nylon Fusion Theatre Company

FinancialForce Announced the Winter ’14 Release of FinancialForce Accounting and FinancialForce PSA

The Winter ’14 release of FinancialForce Accounting and FinancialForce PSA by FinancialForce.com with improved project management capabilities and delivers a more comprehensive resource management and project management experience for customers. - January 24, 2014 - FinancialForce.com

Startup Posteezy.com Implements New Branding Initiative

Internet startup website Posteezy is making some changes to match their goals for 2014. A new logo, even simpler site and added security is helping them attract users who will be able to post and share information quickly and in a more attractive way. The logo itself is adopting the... - January 24, 2014 - Posteezy

PayServ Systems Celebrates 10-Years of Providing Mega-Savings Through Innovative - Cost Effective, User Friendly Payroll, Workers' Comp Insurance & Employment Services

PayServ Systems celebrates 10 years of offering cost effective uniquely integrated payroll administration services for virtually any size business - backed up with unparalleled customer service. PayServ Systems's solutions can be customized to include employee benefits, pay-as-you-go workers’ compensation, time and attendance management, human resources, benefits management and much more. PayServ Systems leads the field of pay-as-you-go Ala-carte payroll outsourcing. - January 24, 2014 - PayServ Systems

Advanced Clustering Technologies Announces Free Online Webinar for eQUEUE

Advanced Clustering Technologies is hosting a free webinar demonstrating their latest software tool - eQUEUE. It was created to help system administrators bring more users to their clusters by providing simple-to-use tools to create job submission forms for their users. - January 24, 2014 - Advanced Clustering Technologies

Geoffrey H. Saft Offers $500 Discount on Used Hyperbaric Chambers

Owner of the California Hyperbaric Equipment Company, Geoffrey H. Saft has announced that to start off the new year, his company is now offering a $500 discount on used hyperbaric chambers. - January 24, 2014 - Hyperbaric Oxygen CA

CS Odessa Announces Winter Sports Solution to ConceptDraw Solution Park to Better Illustrate Winter Sports

New additions to Concept Draw PRO and ConceptDraw Solution Park extend vector libraries with Winter Sports addition to Sport Area. - January 24, 2014 - Computer System Odessa

NYC-based-Security Camera Installation Specialists 360 Protection to Attend LandlordsNY Property Management Symposium

Trusted NYC-based security camera installation leaders, 360 Protection have announced that company representatives will be attending the LandlordsNY Property Management Symposium. - January 24, 2014 - 360 Protection

BankInfoSecurity and CUInfoSecurity Announce 2014 Influencers

BankInfoSecurity and CUInfoSecurity announce the publication of their 2014 list of Influencers. Published by Information Security Media Group (ISMG), BankInfoSecurity and CUInfoSecurity's list acknowledges individuals and organizations that are playing critical roles in shaping the way financial services organizations approach information security and privacy. - January 24, 2014 - Information Security Media Group

Give the Gift of Well-Being and a Balanced Lifestyle from Massage Heights This Valentine’s Day

Regular Massage and Facial Services can help you stay healthy, happy and stress-free in the New Year. - January 24, 2014 - Massage Heights

Air Hydro Power Welcome's Mitch McFarland the New Northwestern Alabama Salesman

Air Hydro Power welcome's Mitch McFarland as the new supporting outside salesman for Northwestern Alabama. He will be the key contact for AHP for that part of Alabama providing great customer service, industry knowledge, and business growth. - January 24, 2014 - Air Hydro Power, LLC.

87% of GMAT Cheat Sheet Users Report Increases in GMAT Scores of at Least 30 Points

The GMAT Cheat Sheet is a type of reviewer for the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) that summarizes the math formulas needed for the test in a way that allows its users to complete their reviews faster, easier and more effectively. In a telling survey, a huge majority of GMAT Cheat Sheet users reported that the system dramatically improved their GMAT scores. - January 24, 2014 - GMAT Cheat Sheet

GREEN CREATIVE A19 6W and 9.5W LED lamps Are ENERGY STAR Qualified in 3 CCT

GREEN CREATIVE, the commercial grade LED lighting manufacturer announces the ENERGY STAR qualification of its A19 6W and 9.5W dimmable lamps in 3000K, 2700K, and 4000K color temperatures (CCT). With the recent 40W and 60W incandescent bulb ban taking effect on January 1st, 2014, these 6W and 9.5W... - January 24, 2014 - GREEN CREATIVE

Kimberly Mills Named President of WCR Manatee Chapter

RE/MAX Alliance Group Agent Kimberly Mills Named President of Prestigious Organization in Bradenton, Florida. - January 24, 2014 - RE/MAX Alliance Group

Lucintel Analysis: New Capacity Buildings are Expected to Intensify the Rivalry in Global LFRT Market

Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic (LFRT), with its higher performance characteristics than traditional and other thermoset materials, is likely to gain greater acceptance in different applications segments.The LFRT market is shifting from a seller “push” to a buyer “pull” situation. SABIC and Ticona are the market leaders with diversified product portfolio, strong geographical reach, and high strategic initiatives. - January 24, 2014 - Lucintel

FiberStore Offers JDSU MTS-X OTDR Series for Effective Fiber Network Troubleshooting

FiberStore added the field-scalable test platform JDSU MTS-X OTDR series to its extensive OTDR Tester line for fast deployment and effective fiber optic network troubleshooting. - January 24, 2014 - FiberStore Co., Limited

New Hampshire Electrician Offers Wireless Home Services

New Hampshire electrician, Gus Rainone (http://www.rainoneelectric.net) offers many electrical services. But what you may not realize is that NH electrician Gus Rainone can also install wireless thermostats, lighting, fire alarms, burglar alarms and other wireless items that can be operated... - January 24, 2014 - Rainone Electric LLC

TooferMe Begins the Year with a Bang

TooferMe attends its first major event of the year by attending the Bay Area Pet Expo. - January 24, 2014 - TooferMe

VisualDx Among the “Ideas that Work” at iHealth 2014

Mobile App Improves Health Care by Quickly and Accurately Diagnosing Disease - January 24, 2014 - Logical Images Inc

Sixteen States Still Offer Unisex Long Term Care Insurance Rates Reports AALTCI

The nation's leading long term care insurance companies still charge equal premiums to men and women in 16 states according to an American Association for Long Term Care Insurance analysis. - January 24, 2014 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Bronkall Promoted to Director of Speed, Strength and Conditioning at The Spot Athletics

The Spot Athletics - one of Ohio’s premiere personal training facilities - has promoted coach Nic Bronkall to Director of Speed, Strength, and Conditioning. In his new position, Bronkall manages all athlete development programs and training staff. He reports directly to JL Holdsworth, CEO and... - January 24, 2014 - The Spot Athletics

APEX Block Corporation to Appear on The Balancing Act® Airing on Lifetime TV

Viewers will learn how to be more energy efficient at home as part of Earth Day programming. - January 24, 2014 - BrandStar

Local Certified Chair Yoga Teacher, Tamera Nielsen, Pledges 10% of All Proceeds from Chair Yoga Classes in 2014 to KIDS Place

In an effort to raise awareness and funds for KIDS Place, Tamera Nielsen, year round resident of Franklin and the only Certified Chair Yoga Teacher in Western North Carolina pledges 10% of all 2014 chair yoga class proceeds to KIDS Place. - January 24, 2014 - Feel Well Yoga

Minneapolis Pure Tax Resolution Offers Trustworthy Tax Help for Minnesota Individuals and Businesses

Minneapolis Pure Tax Resolution was founded to provide an honest approach to tax assistance to Minnesota individuals and businesses. Their certified and trustworthy tax relief attorneys work hands-on with Minnesota taxpayers to solve common tax dilemmas. - January 24, 2014 - Pure Tax Help

The Special Event Company CEO to Participate in the NCCU Dean’s Global Speaker Series Jan. 28

Sally Webb to Present at “The Business Of Hospitality, Gaming And Retail” Forum - January 24, 2014 - The Special Event Company

WikiTrend.org: Human Technology is Going to the Dogs

The trends-spotting website is seeing a rise in human technology being redeveloped for animals. - January 24, 2014 - Daniel Levine

SongDoor 2013 Winners Announced

The winners of the SongDoor 2013 International Songwriting Competition have been announced: the Grand Award has gone to Justin Froese and Nancy Montgomery of Seattle, WA for their song, “Finally Here,” which also won the Christian category. Entries were received from 17 countries on... - January 24, 2014 - SongDoor

State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company Joins The Balancing Act® Airing on Lifetime TV as 2014 AccuWeather Sponsor

State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company to partner with The Balancing Act for its third year of AccuWeather Sponsorship to help viewers receive accurate local weather updates. - January 24, 2014 - BrandStar

Whole Harvest Foods, LLC Applauds FDA’s Proposed Trans Fat Ban

Nation's First Producer of Naturally Processed Commercial Cooking Oils Supports Ban on Hydrogenated Oils - January 24, 2014 - Whole Harvest

MetaCommunications Enhances Its Online Proofing Solution with a New Text Selection Tool

The new text-editing capabilities in Approval Manager improve collaboration and comprehension within the PDF proofing workflow. - January 24, 2014 - MetaCommunications

Phillip Bell Named Chief Executive Officer of Bob Moore Construction

Bob Moore Construction is pleased to announce that Phillip Bell has been named the company’s new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Mr. Bell assumes his new position as the latest accomplishment in a successful career that goes back to 1964. - January 24, 2014 - Bob Moore Construction

Computer Troubleshooters and Geeks On Call Announce First National Account with Luv My Pet

Computer Troubleshooters and Geeks On Call share National Accounts initiative to provide IT service to Luv My Pet, the nation’s largest provider of convenient and affordable pet vaccinations offered in pet stores. - January 24, 2014 - Computer Troubleshooters & Geeks On Call