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Hundreds March and Demand Accountability from Politicians
Forum and march to be held to protest displacement of low income families due to massive development and shut down of day care centers in low income communities in Brooklyn and NYC. - May 10, 2008 - Families United for Racial & Economic Equality (FUREE)
Peter Sategna Educational Foundation Announces the Release of Its First Scholarships
The Peter Sategna Education Foundation started in 2008 is awarding its first year scholarships. With the help of Scholarship Inc., who will be making the presentations. Three (3) five thousand (5,000.00) dollar scholarships for a total of fifteen thousand dollars (15,000.00) will be awarded by... - May 10, 2008 - Peter Sategna Educational Foundation
TCREW Hosts 10th Annual Champion Awards
Local Professional Women’s Group Grants Community Impact Gift to Achievement Academy of Durham - May 10, 2008 - Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women
20th Annual Valpo-Fest Motorcycle/Car Show Memorial Weekend Event to Benefit Children of Fallen Troops
Memorial Day Weekend motorcycle and car show to benefit Operation Christmas, a non profit supporting children of Fallen US Troops. The event will feature a memorial service, 21 gun salute, etc. Operation Christmas provides Christmas Gift Cards and a VIP Orlando Theme Park vacation to children of the Fallen. - May 10, 2008 - Operation Ensuring Christmas, Inc.
Maryland Automobile Dealers Association Offers Eight Ways to Save on Gas Today
With oil prices rising on a regular basis and the summer travel season approaching, Maryland Automobile Dealers Association president Peter Kitzmiller says motorists can realize immediate fuel savings with just a few simple steps: 1. Comparison shop for gas There are many websites that track gas... - May 10, 2008 - Maryland Automobile Dealers Association
The Hamner Institutes For Health Sciences Researchers Present at 2008 Respiratory Drug Delivery Conference
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences (www.thehamner.org) will present one paper and two posters at the 2008 Respiratory Drug Delivery (RDD) Conference on May 11-15 at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa in Scottsdale, Ariz. - May 10, 2008 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
Announcing the Launch of Burma Global Action Network (BGAN)
Internet Activism Organization Effectively Supporting the Freedom of Civilians and Monks of Burma Through Internet Networking. - May 10, 2008 - Burma Global Action Network (BGAN)
Former NFL Player Miles McPherson Concludes Successful Jamaica Visit
Photographs available at end of release. Keep Sex for Marriage, says American Evangelist. Audio Clip of Pastor Miles McPherson's message in Jamaica available here: http://www.mediaexchange.info/portals/2/milesaheadmessagesat.mp3 Audio Clip of former Jamaica national soccer player Paul... - May 09, 2008 - Miles Ahead
Rhode Island’s Got Talent Contest Winner to Sing National Anthem or Toss Out First Pitch at Pawtucket Red Sox Game
The 2008 Rhode Island’s Got Talent show, presented by The East Bay Chamber of Commerce, announced today that in addition to a cash prize of $1,000, The Winner of Rhode Island’s Got Talent will either perform the National Anthem (if singing is their talent) or toss out the first pitch at... - May 09, 2008 - East Bay Chamber of Commerce
Portion of Proceeds from "Rhode Island’s Got Talent" to be Donated to Women’s Resource Center of Newport & Bristol Counties
The 2008 Rhode Island’s Got Talent show, presented by The East Bay Chamber of Commerce, will donate a portion of the proceeds from this event to the Women's Resource Center of Newport & Bristol Counties (WRC). - May 09, 2008 - East Bay Chamber of Commerce
Wind Power Expertise from Efficiency Maine and UMaine
Efficiency Maine and University Of Maine Orono Team Up to Provide Equipment and Expertise for Wind Power Research. - May 09, 2008 - Efficiency Maine
SVUUS 25th Anniversary Celebration
South Valley Unitarian Celebrates 25 Years. South Valley Unitarian Universalist Society is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a weekend of activities, May 9, 10 and 11, 2008. Reverend William Sinkford, president of the Unitarian Universalist Association of Congregations, will preach at a... - May 09, 2008 - South Valley Unitarian Universaist Society
NSCS Announces Members of 2008-09 National Leadership Council
NSCS is pleased to announce that the following students have been named members of the National Leadership Council for the 2008-2009 academic year. The Council is a leadership opportunity awarded to 20 students who display leadership qualities both at their NSCS chapter and in their on-campus... - May 09, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Diversity Alliance for Science Names 2008 Board of Directors
Diversity Alliance for Science, Inc. (DA4S) (www.diversityallianceforscience.com) has announced its 2008 board of directors. The board is responsible for promoting the organization’s mission to provide pharmaceutical/bio-tech companies, academic medical centers and governmental agencies the... - May 09, 2008 - Diversity Alliance For Science, Inc.
Vyouz Petrolcycle "Bottle Pumps" Will Dramatically Upset Oil Profits But Improve Recycling Rates
The technology to convert plastic into crude oil has been a hot topic since April 2007 when a recycling plant based on Prof Alka Zadgaonkar's methods was set to begin production. Since then the holy grail of recycling has been to find a more compact method of converting used plastic into purer... - May 08, 2008 - Vyouz Ltd
Public Invited to a Night Bronze Pour at Cosanti Historical Site
Cosanti will open its doors to the public for a rare exhibition of a bronze foundry pour at night, as the famous Soleri windbells are cast. - May 08, 2008 - Cosanti Foundation
Richard Petty Joins N.C. Water Rights Committee
NASCAR Legend and Former Randolph County Commissioner Joins State-Wide Coalition - May 08, 2008 - N.C. Water Rights Committee
Synergi Group, LLC Presents 2nd Annual Marketing Success Conference for Women Entrepreneurs
The Marketing Success Conference for Women Entrepreneurs Presented by: Synergi Group, LLC www.synergigroup.com More than 100 women entrepreneurs will convene on June 13th in Virginia Beach, Virginia for the largest marketing conference for women in Virginia: Brand University, The Marketing Success... - May 07, 2008 - Synergi Group, LLC
The International Brangus Breeders Association Announces International Issue of the Brangus Journal
The International Brangus Breeders Association (IBBA), along with Brangus Publications Inc (BPI), is currently in production of its inaugural international issue of the Brangus Journal. With the March 27, 2008 announcement that Mexico would be easing import restrictions for US cattle, the IBBA will... - May 07, 2008 - International Brangus Breeders Association
Make a Difference Discount Card (Maddcard); One Way to Offset High Gas Prices
The product is unique, the concept is one of a kind and the support is second to none. Now in their second year, Maddcard is available to all schools in the Alabama River Region, both public and private. Make A Difference Discount Card was given that name because the income generated was one way... - May 07, 2008 - Make A Difference Discount Card
Better Boys Foundation (BBF) "Fights" for North Lawndale Kids
Better Boys Foundation (BBF) “Fights” for North Lawndale Kids at 5th Annual Gala Fundaraiser. - May 07, 2008 - The Better Boys Foundation
LogoBee Unleashes Explosive New ‘BundleBee’ Package This Spring
LogoBee starts Spring with a bang. A new package called the 'BundleBee' is available; this offers their expert logo design, stationery and web design services all together. - May 07, 2008 - LogoBee Logo Design
Day Spa Expo Announces 2009 Business Forum March 15 to 17, 2009 at the Las Vegas Convention Center
Hannelore Leavy, Executive Director of the Day Spa Association and the International Medical Spa Association announces that the DSA and IMSA have again been selected to provide the educational component for Bentley International Group’s Day Spa Expo & Business Forum to be held at the Las... - May 07, 2008 - The Day Spa Association
American Institute of Architects Michigan Names Senator Jason Allen (R) Legislator of the Year
The American Institute of Architects Michigan (AIA Michigan) announced the selection of State Senator Jason Allen (R) as its 2008 Legislator of the Year. Allen’s selection by the organization’s Board of Directors is based on several criteria, including dedication to public service,... - May 07, 2008 - American Institute of Architects Michigan
BudgetGPS Service Used to Recover $400,000 Truck After Theft
On April 20, 2008, a 2007 Kenworth truck equipped with a Century XP-850 wrecker body was stolen from the Marlow’s Fuel Center truck stop in Dallas, TX. The truck was owned by Walnut Hill Wrecker, a WHW Towing Companies Company, based in Dallas, TX. The tow truck operator was off-shift and... - May 06, 2008 - towPartners
Del Taco Pledges to Increase Spending with Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Del Taco joins NAMWOLF as a Corporate Partner. - May 06, 2008 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Marshfield’s Damon, Topham and Company Fundraising Challenge for Boys and Girls Club Hits $10K
In the past four years, Damon, Topham and Company, LLC of Marshfield has been raising funds for the Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield by making a $1,000 donation and encouraging other like-minded businesses that care about the community to do the same. - May 06, 2008 - Marshfield Boys and Girls Club
Junior League of Toronto Trains At-Risk Teen Girls for 10k Run
JLT Kickstart for Health inspires Toronto youth to make healthy lifestyle choices. - May 06, 2008 - JLT Kickstart for Health
Cintas Foundation Presents Finalists’ Exhibition for 2008 Emilio Sánchez Visual Arts Award
Opening Reception on May 10th; Award Ceremony May 20th. - May 05, 2008 - Cintas Foundation
Colorado BioScience Association Announces Nine New Board Members
Nine new board members have been elected to the Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) 40-member Board of Directors. In related action, seven existing members were elected to reappointments on the CBSA board this year. CBSA, with more than 400 members, is a not-for-profit corporation providing services and support for Colorado's growing biosciences industry. - May 04, 2008 - Colorado BioScience Association
Sikhcess™ Announces Launch of Its 'Community Cleanup' Campaign in the United States and the United Kingdom
Sikhcess™ volunteers in the United States and in the United Kingdom plan to spruce up neighborhood living spaces and areas, including parks, highways, schools, playgrounds, and sidewalks. - May 04, 2008 - Sikhcess
AsiaFest Austin 2008 - Schedule of Events
Network of Asian American Organizations announces the schedule of programs for AsiaFest Austin 2008. AsiaFest Austin 2008, an event celebrating the National Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, will be held on May 3, 2008. The event will run from 11:00 am to 9:00 pm at the future home of Austin Asian American Resource Center at 8401, Cameron Road, Austin, TX 78754. - May 04, 2008 - Network of Asian American Organizations
J. Donald Cline Receives the Champion of Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education Award from the SMT Center
The Champion of Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education Award was given to J. Donald Cline. Cline led an effort to save the Rosman Research Station, a radio telescope facility that had been operated by the Department of Defense, from being closed. In the late 1990’s Cline helped save the center and transform it into the Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute (PARI). PARI provides educational programs at all levels for students and teachers. - May 04, 2008 - NC Science Mathematics Technology Education Center
The International Brangus Breeders Association Announces New Hiring
The International Brangus Breeders Association (IBBA), along with Brangus Publications Inc (BPI), is pleased to announce the hiring of Ashley Moore as the Advertising Sales Coordinator for all BPI publications. Ms. Moore will be the primary contact at BPI for all advertising and promotional... - May 04, 2008 - International Brangus Breeders Association
Granville Education Foundation Technology Committee Receives the Partnership Award in Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education from the SMT Center
The Partnership Award in Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education was given to the Granville Education Foundation Technology Committee. The Granville Education Foundation is an independent organization that works in partnership with the community and schools to improve student performance in the Granville County schools. - May 04, 2008 - NC Science Mathematics Technology Education Center
Guiltless Giving - 8 Year Old Takes Helping the Homeless to a Whole New Level
Eight year old Zachary Gooding, of San Diego, California, started with an idea on how to build a better mousetrap and found a way to help homeless people in a creative, innovative way. - May 04, 2008 - Guiltless Giving
Shodor Receives the Partnership Award in Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education from the SMT Center
The Partnership Award in Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education was given to Shodor. Shodor is a nonprofit organization that serves students, educators and parents. It is recognized as a national leader in the effective use of computers to improve both math and science education. Established in 1994 in Durham, N.C., Shodor combines student enrichment, faculty enhancement and interactive materials development to transform learning through computational thinking. - May 04, 2008 - NC Science Mathematics Technology Education Center
Adam Meyer Receives the Student Leadership Award in Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education from the SMT Center
The Student Leadership Award of Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education was given to Adam Meyer. Meyer, a senior at Raleigh Charter High School in Raleigh, N.C., worked diligently to raise awareness of the natural beauty and outstanding resources of the Richland Natural Area (RNA). The RNA includes Umstead State Park, Schenck Memorial Forest, the NCSU Equine Educational Unit, the North Carolina Museum of Natural Science’s Prairie Ridge Ecostation and the North Carolina Museum of Art. - May 04, 2008 - NC Science Mathematics Technology Education Center
GlaxoSmithKline Receives the Business and Industry Award in Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education from the SMT Center
The Business and Industry Award in Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education was given to GlaxoSmithKline (GSK). GlaxoSmithKline supports a range of educational programs in the U.S. with the aim of developing an understanding of science issues in everyday life and inspiring young people to pursue careers in science. - May 04, 2008 - NC Science Mathematics Technology Education Center
Business Buying Group's Promotional Codes, Discount Coupon Memberships Triple in Recessive Economy
Allied Business Network, ABN, can save your company by using promotional and coupon codes on business products and services. - May 03, 2008 - Allied Business Network
As Oil Prices Climb, Fleets and Businesses Turn to Fuel Discount Codes and Promotional Coupons
Allied Business Network, a business discount membership club offers consumers immediate relief from gas price hikes – in the form of discount codes and promotional coupons. - May 03, 2008 - Allied Business Network
St. Helens High School's Class of 1988 20 Year Reunion
The St. Helens High School Class of 1988 will celebrate the 20 year anniversary of their graduation with a weekend of events August 1 and 2. - May 03, 2008 - St. Helens High School Class of 1988 Reunion Committee
NSCS Announces Selections for Spring Issue of The Collegiate Scholar
11 NSCS members have made it into the spring issue of The Collegiate Scholar, a literary e-publication created by The National Society of Collegiate Scholars, an honor society inviting freshmen and sophomores. - May 03, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Sharing Personal Insights of Memorial Day - the Memorial Day Online Forum
VetFriends.com has created an online Memorial Day Forum free for all to view and contribute thoughts to honor fallen soldiers, while supporting U.S. veterans and military. - May 03, 2008 - VetFriends.com
NAMWOLF Announces Fluor Corporation as Financial Contributor
The National Association of Minority & Women Owned Law Firms (NAMWOLF) is pleased to announce Fluor Corporation has become a Financial Contributor. - May 02, 2008 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Bags Are Packed for NAFA's 2008 Institute & Expo in Salt Lake City
NAFA's 2008 Institute & Expo opens in Salt Lake City, Utah and runs from May 3-6, 2008. - May 02, 2008 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Non-Profit Thrift Store Event Generates Record Sales, Increased Awareness to Benefit Area Animal Shelter
The Peppermint Pig Thrift & Gift Raises Hundreds of Dollars from Event to Benefit Safe Haven Animal Sanctuary. Several dogs and cats were adopted into loving homes during the Peppermint Pig Thrift & Gift’s second anniversary event the week of April 21st. The non-profit thrift store... - May 02, 2008 - Peppermint Pig Thrift & Gift
Stanly County Commissioners Announce Opposition to Alcoa’s Use of Public Water as Free Source of Fuel
The Stanly County Board of Commissioners have announced their opposition to having public water in North Carolina used by Alcoa as a free source of fuel. The announcement comes in light of an application to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) by Alcoa for a 50-year license to control,... - May 02, 2008 - Stanly County
The Vyouz Network is Changing People's Lives
The Vyouz Network which owns www.vskips.co.uk, www.vdumpsters.com and www.trashcycle.com have been celebrating their success by the way they are changing people’s lives. Most organisations celebrate how much profit they have made but now these guys have been celebrating how ordinary folk... - May 01, 2008 - Vyouz Ltd
Green Technology Alliance (GTA) Launched in Austin, Texas to Showcase and Develop the Green Technologies of Today and Tomorrow
Objective: Accelerate the adoption cycle of green technologies by… establishing Austin as the Global Strategic Center of Innovation for the green technology sector. Green Technology Alliance Announces First Industry Agreement. Goal: Positively Affect Every Organization That Uses Information Technology. - May 01, 2008 - Green Technology Alliance