Recent Headlines
Within Organizations & Institutions
NREL Receives Recognition for Renewable Biomass Heating System at Golden, CO Headquarters
Biomass Thermal Energy Council recognizes biomass heating facility as part of NREL's renewable energy commitment. - July 19, 2013 - Biomass Thermal Energy Council
Reed Hartley Named New Free Wheelchair Mission Executive Director
After an intensive six-month search in collaboration with the Dingman Company, Free Wheelchair Mission is pleased to announce Mr. Reed Hartley has been appointed the organization’s new Executive Director. The move was made following the departure of the organization’s former Executive... - July 19, 2013 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Church of Scientology Community News: A Voice is Formed
The Nashville Church of Scientology supports the good works of others. Today’s highlight: a new initiative called A Voice. - July 19, 2013 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
NAACP ACT-SO National Competition July 14, 2013 Collier County NAACP Brings Home a Silver Medal
Collier County NAACP wins its first medal. Seventeen year old Alisha Perkins brought home a silver medal from the national ACT-SO competition, reciting an original poem, "Take Me As I Am." - July 19, 2013 - NAACP Collier County
WePostComplaints.com Enables Consumers to Voice Their Grievances Online and Truly Make a Difference
Even though they have only been around for a few months, WePostComplaints.com is forging a new path in the Complaints Delivery Service Industry by making it more efficient for consumers and small businesses to get the word out on companies/institutions who engage in scams or just plain old bad... - July 19, 2013 - We Post Complaints
Announcing the Seminole Tribe of Florida Native Learning Center Kerretv Online First 4-Day Webinar Series
The Seminole Tribe of Florida Native Learning Center (NLC) is excited to expand its learning opportunities on Kerretv (Creek word for "Learning") Online, their online learning environment. Take advantage of this 4-Day Webinar Series; Increasing Your Funding & Sustainability - Strategic Use of the CFDA, Acts(s) and CFR(s). - July 19, 2013 - Native Learning Center
New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council Salutes Veteran Multicultural Businesses from 1970s-1990s
The Council Celebrates 40th Anniversary at Business Opportunity Expo with Salute to Veteran Council-Certified Minority Business Owners and Honors Claire Scanlon, BNY Mellon, with Appreciation Award in Supplier Diversity. - July 19, 2013 - New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council
International Charity Anthology "Twist of Fate" Now Available in Paperback and E-Formats. All Proceeds Donated to Charity.
Representing the Indies In Action group, 60 authors and poets have combined to contribute 78 different writings in a charity anthology called "Twist of Fate," to help tornado victims in Oklahoma. The authors represent people from all around the globe. Nine countries are represented. It is a grassroots, group effort to help those who need it the most. All proceeds from the sales of the book will be donated to the May Tornadoes Relief Fund, administered by the United Way. - July 19, 2013 - Indies In Action
Kaye Scholer Partner Willys H. Schneider to Speak at KC’s 2013 Live Webcast on Final FATCA Regulations
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Kaye Scholer Partner Willys H. Schneiderr will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ live webcast, “Final FATCA Regulations: Its Scope and Impact on US... - July 18, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Thinking Outside the Box to Create a Shipping Container House
Shipping container self-sustaining house will be the first of its kind in Ontario. - July 18, 2013 - The Wall of Geckos
National Atheist Party Votes to Change Name to "Secular Party of America"
The membership of the National Atheist Party (NAP) has voted and is announcing name change. - July 18, 2013 - Secular Party of America
Liberté, Eden Salon Host Annual Fashion Benefit for IEEW’s PEACE THROUGH BUSINESS® Program July 23
The Institute for Economic Empowerment of Women Announces Fashion Show in Oklahoma City to Benefit PEACE THROUGH BUSINESS® Program - July 18, 2013 - IEEW
NAFA Announces All-Star Lineup of Global Fleet Management Speakers for Conference
NAFA announces the first two speakers for its International Fleet Academy conference in October. - July 18, 2013 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Free Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Gi Workshop with World Champion Black Belt Luiz Panza at Team Link in Ludlow Massachusetts
Team Link Mixed Martial Arts is proud to announce that BJJ World Champion, Luiz Panza will be teaching a free Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gi workshop on Thursday July 18th 2013 at the Team Link main location in Ludlow MA. There is no charge to attend and is open to anyone. Luiz Panza is a black belt from... - July 18, 2013 - Team Link Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Online Therapy Institute's Magazine is Still Free - Alongside Pay-What-You-Want Subscription Options
Online Therapy Institute has offered a free trade magazine for the helping professions since 2010. Now they have opted to adopt the Pay-What-You-Want business model to support continued publication of the digital resource for therapists, coaches and other helping professionals. - July 17, 2013 - Online Therapy Institute
Cynthia B. Burton Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Cynthia B. Burton of Warsaw, Indiana has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of medical devices. About Cynthia B. Burton Ms. Burton has over 14 years experience in the field of medical devices. - July 17, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Pok Hejmanowski Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Pok Hejmanowski of Las Cruces, New Mexico has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of retail. About Pok Hejmanowski Mrs. Hejmanowski has over 25 years experience in the retail field. She is the... - July 17, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Blueseed Continues Full Steam Ahead with Bitcoin Funding
In light of last week’s major developments within the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Blueseed is announcing reaching a new milestone towards launching its startup ship for entrepreneurs – receiving the first investment from the first group of angel investors focused on the digital currency Bitcoin. - July 17, 2013 - Blueseed
The Way to Happiness Plans Summer of Events
The Nashville chapter of The Way to Happiness Foundation is planning its August events. - July 17, 2013 - The Way to Happiness
Church of Scientology Introduces Human Rights Education for Friendship Day
Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard wrote, “Human rights must be made a fact, not an idealistic dream.” - July 17, 2013 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Northern Indiana Motorcyclists Top $52,000 for Cure
Riders in South Bend, Indiana help fight childhood brain tumors by raising money for a cure. - July 17, 2013 - Ride for Kids
NACLA Launches Indiegogo Crowdfunding Campaign to Support Independent Journalism on the Americas
The North American Congress on Latin America (NACLA), publisher of the most widely-read English-language magazine on Latin America, NACLA Report on the Americas, has launched NACLA 2.0, an Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign. NACLA 2.0 is a campaign that will bring NACLA’s independent journalism... - July 17, 2013 - North American Congress on Latin America
4-Hope of Massachusetts, Inc. Supports People Dealing with Critical Illness/Sudden Loss
4-Hope of Massachusetts, Inc. Supports People Dealing with Critical Illness/Sudden Loss through Celebrations4Hope, Gifts4Hope, Letters4Hope and Reach4Hope. - July 17, 2013 - 4-Hope of Massachusetts, Inc.
Afghan and Rwandan Women Come to Dallas to Celebrate Peace and Opportunity Through Business
PEACE THROUGH BUSINESS ® Empowers Women Entrepreneurs in Afghanistan and Rwanda Through Training and Mentoring. - July 17, 2013 - IEEW
"Is There a Jewish Way to Write Science Fiction Movies and Books?" Asks Yonatan Gordon, Founder of Kabbalah Site CommunityofReaders.org
As Jewish educators seek to interest today’s youth, they are awakening to the need to reach kids with topics they are already interested in. With the success of Jewish takes on the cinema, from Aish.com’s Jewlarious section, to JerusalemOnlineU.com’s “Cinema: The Jewish... - July 17, 2013 - Community of Readers
Dial An Exchange Offers Members More Holiday Choices Through Options Program
Dial An Exchange (DAE), the world’s largest, privately-owned timeshare exchange company broadens its exchange membership platform through its "daeOptions" program. In an effort to provide exchange members with a greater selection when planning their holiday, DAE implemented the... - July 17, 2013 - Dial An Exchange
Dial An Exchange Joins European Trade Association for Vacation Ownership
Dial An Exchange (DAE), the world’s largest, privately owned exchange company, confirmed that its European division has recently joined the Resort Development Organisation (RDO). Dial An Exchange continues to expand its business around the globe with new offices and product offerings whilst... - July 17, 2013 - Dial An Exchange
Top 5 Things to Know About Bladder Cancer: WellSpring Oncology Physicians Explain the Details
Physicians with the Pinellas cancer treatment center, WellSpring Oncology, explain the causes, symptoms and treatments during Bladder Cancer Awareness Month. - July 17, 2013 - WellSpring Oncology
Students on Track for a Career in Railway Engineering
From 2nd to 5th July, one hundred students gathered at the University of Bath to attend a specially designed Railway Engineering residential course. Sponsored by the National Skills Academy for Railway Engineering (NSARE) and Lloyd’s Register Foundation (LRF), this course forms part of a major initiative to encourage young people to consider railway engineering as a future career. - July 17, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
National Grid Work Experience Energises Pupils
From 1st to 5th July, 14- and 15-year-old students from across the UK enjoyed a unique Engineering Experience course at the National Grid Training Centre near Newark, Nottinghamshire. - July 17, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
Texas Self Storage Association to Feature Reality Star at Annual Conference
The Texas Self Storage Association (TSSA) is holding its annual conference on October 27 – 29 in The Woodlands at the Waterway Marriott Hotel and Convention Center. Bill Rancic, winner of the first season of “The Apprentice,” is the opening session keynote speaker. The conference features four separate tracks, How-to Tech Talks, along with a trade show highlighting industry suppliers, manager-specific training, and expanded sessions for owners. - July 16, 2013 - Texas Self Storage Association
Excel Learning Center Flips the Switch on New Solar System
Excel Learning Center, a premier childcare facility serving South Jersey, will flip the switch on a brand new solar system at their beautiful six acre Mt. Laurel campus. The 52kW system, designed and installed by the energy experts at Moore Energy, is estimated to cover over fifty percent of the... - July 16, 2013 - Moore Energy LLC
David E. Goldstein, VP Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
David E. Goldstein, VP, of Rye Brook, New York has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of funeral services. About David E. Goldstein, VP Mr. Goldstein has almost 20 years experience in the field... - July 16, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Barton Bennett, CGA, CLCS Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Barton Bennett, CGA, CLCS, of Houston, Texas has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of insurance. About Barton Bennett, CGA, CLCS Mr. Bennett has over 25 years experience in the insurance field. - July 16, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Hearing Set for July 22-23 to Assess Common Core Implementation in Arkansas
The Arkansas House and Senate Education Committees are scheduled to meet to discuss the implementation of the Common Core State Standards in Arkansas. The members of the committees will hear testimonies from both those who support Common Core and those who oppose it. Arkansas Against Common Core... - July 16, 2013 - Arkansas Against Common Core
Startup and New Media Mastermind Summit to Shine Spotlight on Growing High Tech Business Community on Long Island
Entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, marketing consultants, business journalists and new media celebrities are joining together to showcase and promote Long Island’s dynamic startup and new media community at 6:30 p.m. this Thursday, July 18 at the Woodbury Country Club. “Long Island is... - July 16, 2013 - Startup and New Media Summit
Rockhounds Begin Their Trek to the Original North Carolina Mineral and Gem Festival
Rockhounds from around the country are making plans to begin their trek to the Original North Carolina Mineral and Gem Festival. The Festival has been held every August for over fifty years in Spruce Pine, North Carolina and welcomes visitors in search of gems, minerals, gemstones, silver, fossils and more. - July 15, 2013 - Mitchell County Chamber of Commerce
The Cambodia Academy at Mongkol Borei Announces Plans for the 2013 School Year Kick Off Campus Tour
Yearly excursion from Siem Reap for donors and guests on October 1, 2013 to celebrate increasing enrollment, improving English proficiency and growing donor base. - July 14, 2013 - Cambodia Academy (501c3)
Webinar to Look at Kidney-Friendly Diet and Nutrition Trends
A good nutrition plan is vital for people living with chronic kidney disease. How much caffeine should you really have? What foods are best? The "Kidney Nutrition Essentials and Today's Trends" webinar helps answer these questions and more. - July 14, 2013 - Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada
Students Get Mobile in Cardiff with the Smallpeice Trust
From 24th to 27th June, forty teenagers from across the UK had the unique opportunity to explore the engineering behind modern mobile communications. Organised by educational charity, The Smallpeice Trust and sponsored by Cardiff University, students gained a valuable practical knowledge of the... - July 14, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
Students Gear Up for a Career in Motorsports Engineering
From 1st to 4th July, thirty-five promising young engineers from across the UK benefited from a unique hands-on learning experience at Oxford Brookes University. This popular four-day residential programme was organised by The Smallpeice Trust in partnership with Oxford Brookes University. Working... - July 14, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
Aundrea Wilcox Appointed to 2013 TNCPE Board of Examiners
Aundrea Y. Wilcox, Executive Director, Office of Small Business for the Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce, has been appointed by the Board of Directors of the Tennessee Center for Performance Excellence (TNCPE) to the 2013 Board of Examiners. Every year, the TNCPE award program recognizes... - July 14, 2013 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Pittsburgh New Works Festival Announces New Plays, New Venue, and New Format
Press release regarding the Pittsburgh New Works Festival's 23rd season including information about the plays being performed, change of performance venue, and new performance format. - July 14, 2013 - Pittsburgh New Works Festival
It’s Back - KOSBE's 3rd Annual Breakfast of Champions Event
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) will host its Third Annual KOSBE Award Winners Reunion event, Breakfast of Champions on Tuesday, July 30 from 7:30 – 9 a.m., at Food City – Press Room, 300 Clinchfield Street, downtown, Kingsport. This event is free and open to the public. - July 14, 2013 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Teacher Grant Program Receives Sizeable Donation
The Pet Care Trust raised over $13,500 at the 24th annual America’s Family Pet Expo. - July 14, 2013 - Pet Care Trust
Professional Blogger, Heidi Nazarudin Launches E-book, "Blogger Babes Manual; Intro to Blogging"
After Years of Blogging, Nazarudin Shares Her Tips and Secrets to Success in the Blogosphere - July 14, 2013 - The Blogger Babes
Keith A. Maxwell Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Keith A. Maxwell of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of art. About Keith A. Maxwell Mr. Maxwell has over 20 years experience in the field of art and has spent... - July 13, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Pastor Paula A. Hopkins Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Pastor Paula A. Hopkins of Cuero, Texas has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of religion. About Pastor Paula A. Hopkins Pastor Hopkins has 8 years experience as a Pastor. She spent 27 years as... - July 13, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Premier Pan-African Ensemble L'Esprit d'Afrique Features Lazaro Galarraga on Album
Famed Cuban virtuoso Lazaro Galarraga will perform with L'Esprit d'Afrique at Zanzibar in Santa Monica, CA on Thursday, July 18th to commemorate the release of their first album, "The Spirit of Africa." - July 13, 2013 - L'Esprit d'Afrique
IJIS Institute Releases Justice Information Sharing Pre-Request for Proposals Toolkit
Third edition procurement resource provides state and local governments a resource to streamline acquisition of information technology systems. - July 13, 2013 - IJIS Institute