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Advocacy Group Warns FDA on New Hydrocodone Formulations
A consumer advocacy group has warned the FDA that new single entity, extended-release (ER) formulations of the opioid painkiller hydrocodone could bring on the next tidal wave of overdose deaths and addictions if approved by the agency. Advocates for the Reform of Prescription Opioids, Inc. (ARPO),... - February 03, 2012 - Advocates for the Reform of Prescription Opioids, Inc.
Beit Shemesh, Israel – Keren Ramat Beit Shemesh and Community Residents Create Foundation to Bring Peace Oversee City Projects
Keren Ramat Beit Shemesh Foundation includes members from all walks of life, advancing projects and initiatives to benefit neighborhood residents. Initial programs include The “Shalom Beit Shemesh" peace initiative. - February 03, 2012 - Keren Ramat Beit Shemesh
Ann Carr Mackey, Shareholder, Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. to Speak at KC’s Understanding New IRS Rules in Filing Revised Form 5300 on 2/9/12
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, has announced today that Ann Carr Mackey, Shareholder, Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C., will speak at a 2-hour webcast: Understanding New IRS Rules in Filing Revised Form 5300 Live Webcast. Date of event: February... - February 03, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Sandlot Solutions, Inc. Names Joseph Casper Chief Executive Officer
Provider-Created Health Information Exchange Organization Welcomes Industry Veteran - February 03, 2012 - North Texas Specialty Physicians
FanChants.com New iPhone App - Over 10,000 Real Audio Football Chants and Soccer Songs for 500+ Teams
The No1 football chant website FanChants.com has just released a new free iPhone app - over 10,000 real audio football chants from 500 teams to play and listen to. Push alerts let fans know about their team’s new chants hot off the terraces, as well as daily Staff Picks of the best songs from other teams around the world. Users can upgrade the app to set songs and chants as ringtones and profile tones for their friends. - February 03, 2012 - FanChants Ltd
The NC Center for Women in Public Service Hosts Panel on Engaging Women Leaders
Workshop Encourages Women to Serve in Public Office - February 03, 2012 - NCCWPS
World Overcomers Christian Church Hosts Valentine’s Celebration on Friday, Feb. 10
Singles, Engaged and Married Couples Encouraged to Attend Festive Event - February 03, 2012 - World Overcomers Christian Church
One Stop Green Highlights Partner Earthmate Lighting
One Stop Green offers 20% off on all Earthmate lighting products. Earthmate is the first lighting company entirely dedicated to global sustainability and manufactures energy saving, eco-sensitive CFL light bulbs designed to reduce electricity consumption, prevent greenhouse gases, and fight global... - February 03, 2012 - One Stop Green
LaRence Snowden Joins Houston Housing Authority Board of Commissioners
Mayor Annise Parker has appointed LaRence Snowden, Director of Programs and Adjunct Professor at Texas Southern University’s Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs to serve a two year term on the Houston Housing Authority’s seven member Board of... - February 03, 2012 - Houston Housing Authority
Blankets and Throws Retailer Blanket America Promotes Its New Selection of High Thread Count Sheet Sets
American blanket manufacturer and charitable organization Blanket America is spotlighting its newly enhanced high thread count cotton sheet set lines. - February 03, 2012 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
Smith Applauds Hawaii Taking Step Forward on Kelsey's Law
Kelsey’s Law Helps Law Enforcement Locate People Who Are in Danger of Harm via Cell Phone Records - February 03, 2012 - Kelsey Smith Foundation
Prominent New Yorkers Come Together in Charity for Africa
Seeds of Africa Fund celebrity fundraiser with a Valentine spin on auction will be held in New York City during fashion week. Celebrity and Societies are coming together to help raise funding for the Seeds of Africa Knowledge Center. - February 02, 2012 - Seeds of Africa Fund
Green Houstonians Get Big Discounts on Organics for Recycling
Recycle Bank now partnering with Central City Co-op to reward participating recyclers in the Houston area. - February 02, 2012 - Central City Co-op
IJIS Institute Publishes New White Paper
FBI CJIS background check process for contractor personnel. - February 02, 2012 - IJIS Institute
Spillman Technologies Receives IJIS Institute Award
Member Appreciation Award Presented at Winter Industry Briefing - February 02, 2012 - IJIS Institute
NARI Holds Successful 2012 Annual Contractor Trade Show
Annual NARI Contractor Trade Show 2012 - February 02, 2012 - The National Association of the Remodeling Industry
NC Junior Golf Foundation Opens Spring 2012 Season at Campbell University, February 25-26
Spring 2012 nationally ranked junior golf tournaments begin in February at Keith Hills Country Club at Campbell University, Buies Creek, NC. The NC Junior Golf Foundation's Spring Preview Signals Official Start of Spring Golf in North Carolina. - February 02, 2012 - North Carolina Junior Golf Foundation
Medical Development Group Announces March 7th Forum - Orthopedics: New Devices for Every Stage of Life
The Medical Development Group announces its Wednesday, March 7, 2012 Forum entitled “Orthopedics: New Devices for Every Stage of Life.” In the world of "Quality Care," the specialty of orthopedics is a leading contributor to life enrichment. Panelists take an insightful look... - February 02, 2012 - Medical Development Group
Gerald R. Gagne, CPA, CISA, Director, Risk Management Services, Wolf & Company, P.C. to Speak at KC’s FFIEC Authentication Guidance Examination in 2012: Are You Prepared?
Gerald R. Gagne, CPA, CISA, Director, Risk Management Services & Member of the Firm, Wolf & Company, P.C. to Speak at KC’s FFIEC Authentication Guidance Examination in 2012: Are You Prepared? Live Webcast - February 02, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Heather B. Bearfield, CISA, CISM, CRISC, Principal, Marcum LLP to Speak at KC’s Sarbanes-Oxley: How to Assess IT Controls Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Heather B. Bearfield, CISA, CISM, CRISC, Principal, Marcum LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Sarbanes-Oxley: How to... - February 02, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Missouri Man Aims to Stomp Out Testicular Cancer 1 T-Shirt at a Time
With between 7500-8500 new positive diagnosis this year alone, Testicular Cancer is indeed a cause for concern. If caught early enough, there's a 90-100% survival rate. “That's where we come in,” says Pinegar. “We want to get people talking about this and make people realize this isn't taboo. “This is life-or-death serious.” - February 01, 2012 - Testicular Cancer Research Foundation
The Shayler Foundation to Host "Our Light: Voices of Women" Art Exhibit to Celebrate International Women’s Day
The Shayler Foundation on 17 March 2012 will host its first annual International Women’s Day event at Arbeit Gallery. The event will serve as a launch for their Safe Birthing Project aimed at helping Ugandan women have a healthy pregnancy and delivery. - February 01, 2012 - The Shayler Foundation
London UK Our Light: Voices of Women Exhibit Benefits The Shayler Foundation
The Shayler Foundation is raising funds and awareness for their Safe Birthing Project aimed at improving maternal health in Uganda. The gala will include music, cocktails and food. - February 01, 2012 - The Shayler Foundation
Pituitary Community Announces Second National Convention
Acromegaly Community is hosting its second annual convention, and announces a premium lineup of speakers. - February 01, 2012 - Acromegaly Community, Inc.
Embracing the Future - HKSI Enhances Its Membership to Recruit Younger Members from a Wider Pool
Since its establishment, the Hong Kong Securities Institute (HKSI) has been growing from strength to strength with the support from institutions, practitioners and regulators in the finance industry. Over 70% of its members hold key management positions in their firms and some members are shifting... - February 01, 2012 - Hong Kong Securities and Investment Institute
MEDC Appoints New Board Members, Forms Sub Committees
Members ready to tackle challenges of economic development master plan recommendations - February 01, 2012 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
BDPA New York to Recognize Black History Month by Hosting Events for Black Family Technology Awareness Week (BFTAW)
The New York Chapter of BDPA announced today that it will host a day of events recognizing 2012 Black Family Technology Awareness Week. Black Family Technology Awareness Week, or BFTAW, is a national public awareness campaign designed to encourage more African Americans to incorporate technology... - February 01, 2012 - BDPA New York
Enable America and Tampa Bay Lightning Team Up to Honor Disabled Veterans and Wounded Warriors
Enable America, a nonprofit organization devoted to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities, is partnering with the Tampa Bay Lightning Foundation to honor disabled American veterans and wounded warriors. - February 01, 2012 - Enable America
AACS 2012 Annual Scientific Meeting Attracts Record Attendance
The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS) announced its highest attendance in the Academy’s history with more than 700 medical professionals at its 28th Annual Scientific Meeting. The event was held January 18-21, 2012 at Caesars Palace Hotel in Las Vegas. “We could not be more... - February 01, 2012 - American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
Dr. Gerald Edds Named 2012 President of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
Gerald Edds, MD, FACS, has been named President of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS). Dr. Edds was officially inducted at the AACS 28th Annual Scientific Meeting in Las Vegas. “To be elected president of the leading organization for cosmetic surgeons worldwide is an incredible... - February 01, 2012 - American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
CT REIA Announces February 2012 All-Day Workshop with Bank-Owned Foreclosure Expert Andy Heller
On February 4, 2012, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be hosting a special all-day Saturday workshop with Andy Heller in Cromwell, CT. Attendees will learn about bank-owned foreclosures and lease options. - February 01, 2012 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Arizona Self Storage Association Partners with Kure It
The Arizona Self-Storage Association (AZSA) has joined forces with Kure It Cancer Research to raise money for kidney and other underfunded cancers. - February 01, 2012 - Arizona Self Storage Association
Respected Author and Religion Expert Carol Orsborn, Ph.D. Joins Coro Health as Executive Director of CoroFaith
New offering to provide individualized spiritual continuity for the Aging-in Place and Long-term Care Communities Coro Health announced today that internationally respected author and thought leader Carol Orsborn, Ph.D. has been named Executive Director of CoroFaith, a unique audio-based wellness... - February 01, 2012 - Coro Health
DiversiTech Presents: DreamIt Ventures Talks Minority Tech Startups and Call for Applications
DiversiTech hosts Philadelphia-based DreamIt Ventures for "DreamIt Ventures Talks Minority Tech Startups and Call for Applications" on Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at WilmerHale in Washington, DC, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Join DreamIt Ventures and DiversiTech to learn more about... - February 01, 2012 - DiversiTech
Pulp Classic to be Performed at the Nashville Church of Scientology
In the 1930s and 40s prior to founding the Scientology religion, author and humanitarian L. Ron Hubbard wrote for magazines of the day. One of his stories will be performed theatrically at the Nashville Church of Scientology this March. - February 01, 2012 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
The Darker Days of Winter Don’t Have to Mean Darker Spirits for You
Treat Symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder with BlueMax™ Light Therapy Lamps - February 01, 2012 - Full Spectrum Solutions
Central Pinellas Chamber, Largo, Florida Presents Women in Business EXPO/After Hours
Wednesday, February 22, 4PM – 7:30PM @ the Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. Over 40 regional businesses will be featured. Showcase tables available as well as sponsorship opportunities. Tables can be shared. Call Chamber for more details. Admission to the event is free. Extensive networking with local businesses. - February 01, 2012 - Central Pinellas Chamber of Commerce
Vegetarian Food Festival Takes Second Bite Out of Big Apple
The first weekend of March will see the second annual NYC Vegetarian Food Festival, the blowout event for foodies, locavores, vegetarians, vegans, flexitarians, and all those who want to find out more about living a healthy, sustainable lifestyle. - February 01, 2012 - U.S. Veg Corp.
eCrypt Technologies Leads the Way in Providing Confidential Communication Options for Helping Professionals and their Clients
eCrypt Technologies became verified by the Online Therapy Institute, as the first step of developing a partnership with the organization, to show support for the Institute’s advocacy of the use of encryption technology, and to gain exposure within the community. Privacy and confidentiality are paramount to the members of OTI and their clients, and encryption is the only technological means of ensuring both. - January 31, 2012 - Online Therapy Institute
Eat/Drink/Etc Launches - A Food and Beverage Lifestyle Website for Gourmets
Website EAT/DRINK/ETC (EDE ONLINE) launches, showcasing the latest in food and beverage lifestyle and cigar information. EDE ONLINE features brands and products as well as news, events, education and trends in the global gourmet scene. - January 31, 2012 - EDE ONLINE
New Life Worship Center Announces Awakening Conference 2012 with Speakers in Its Mission to Impact and Equip New England’s Teens
New Life worship Center's Awakening Conference registration is now open to the three day event which will feature speakers including Rich Jr. and DawnCherè Wilkerson, Chris Hill, Chad Veach, Adam McCain among others soon to be announced. - January 31, 2012 - New Life Worship Center
The Top Five Benefits of Strategic Workforce Planning
New i4cp study shows that despite gains, most companies still struggle with strategic workforce planning. - January 31, 2012 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Long Past Due "Texarkana Hotel Motel Association" is Finally Formed
Hotels of Texarkana announce official formation of Texarkana Hotel Motel Association on December 26, 2011 as a nonprofit organization to promote the interest of the member hotels in Texarkana. - January 31, 2012 - Texarkana Hotel Motel Association
Wine Tasting to “BOOST” Entrepreneurs
Westchester Networking for Professionals will host a Wine Tasting & Silent Auction Fundraiser, April 15, 2012 to benefit the launch of The BOOST Fund Foundation a method to growth of our economic development. - January 31, 2012 - Westchester Networking for Professionals
Date Change: Harlem Hospital Center Partners with March of Dimes and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. to Open a Stork’s Nest in Harlem, New York, March 16, 2012
Three organizations have joined forces for one common mission: to decrease the number of babies born prematurely in Harlem, New York. Harlem Hospital Center, March of Dimes and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. will launch the Stork's Nest Program at Harlem Hospital Center auditorium on Friday, March... - January 31, 2012 - Sigma Nu Zeta Chapter Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Colorado’s Bioscience Industry Leaders and Legislators Focus on 2012 Initiatives at Annual "BioScience Day at the Capitol"
Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) is hosting its fourth annual "BioScience Day at the Capitol" on February 2. The CBSA is building upon one of its most successful years in its history, making impressive strides in the areas of industry advocacy, programming, marketing communications, membership and education. - January 30, 2012 - Colorado BioScience Association
Barefoot Entertainment Ambassadors Bring Hope to Children Through Samaritan’s Feet
The 2012 season of entertainment events is lining up as non-profit Samaritan’s Feet continues to partner with artists, churches and event planners to raise funds for shoes for children in need around the world. - January 30, 2012 - Samaritan's Feet International
University Team usa Netball Trials Announced
Netball America (www.netballamerica.com) announced today the date and location for the final round of the University Team USA Netball tryouts. No Netball experience necessary, team oriented, sports minded women is all that is needed and our world class coaches will teach you a game that will take... - January 30, 2012 - Netball America Inc.
Shop For Change Donates 25 Percent of All Profits
A stay at home mom has started the online retail store Shop For Change as a way of giving back and teaching her kids the value of helping others. - January 30, 2012 - Shop For Change
The Institute for Responsible Online and Cell-Phone Communication’s Supporters Turn to Innovative Fundraising Sites to Prevent Cyber Bullying, Sexting and Cyber Issues
Each time someone searches the web or shops online, a donation is made to The Institute for Responsible Online and Cell-Phone Communication through Findonate.com and GoodSeach.com - January 29, 2012 - Institute of Responsible Online and Cell-phone Communication