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John Rex Endowment Commits Long-Term Funding to Healthy Weight Initiative for Children
Schools, Communities and Medical Teams Awarded Grants to Initiate Behavioral Changes and Create an Environment to Encourage Healthy Choices and Active Lifestyle - May 10, 2007 - John Rex Endowment
Kristopher Flint Named Cambridge Who’s Who Executive of the Year in Advertising
Kristopher S. Flint, Chief Financial Officer and Founding Partner of Two West, has been named Cambridge Who’s Who Executive of the Year in Advertising. While inclusion in Cambridge Who’s Who Registry is an honor, only one member in each discipline is named the Cambridge Who’s Who... - May 10, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Joel Gilhoi Kim Honored by Cambridge Who’s Who for his Military Logistics Efforts During Operation Iraqi Freedom
Joel Gilhoi Kim, Former Motor Transportation Officer, Embarkation Officer, and Assistant Logistics Officer of the 4th Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion has been honored by Cambridge Who’s Who for his Military Logistics Efforts during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Kim joined the Marine Corps... - May 10, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Amber Alert Issued for Detroit Boy (Troy Charles James Squalls Jr. - 2)
The Detroit Police Department and The Michigan State Police have issued an Amber Alert for a 2-year-old child. Troy Charles James Squalls, of Detroit, was allegedly abducted by a man driving a gold colored mini-van, possibly a Chevrolet Astro. The child was taken from his mother during an assault... - May 09, 2007 - Project Safekids
Webby Awards Honor World Vision’s Interactive AIDS Experience
Online visitors journey with African child affected by AIDS - May 09, 2007 - World Vision US
The 6th Annual Carying Place Benefit Auction Announces Gold Level Sponsors
The 6th Annual Carying Place Annual Benefit Auction, scheduled for Friday, May 11, 2007, at the Matthews House in Cary, has announced the following gold level sponsors: Sajjan & Asha Agarwal, Dr. & Mrs. Mike Anthony, Ralph & Daphne Ashworth, Atlantic Tire & Service, Tyler &... - May 09, 2007 - The Carying Place
Heather Hammond Named Cambridge Who’s Who Professional of the Year in Floral Artistry
Heather Hammond, Floral Designer of The Flower Shoppe has been named Cambridge Who’s Who Professional of the Year in Floral Artistry. While inclusion in Cambridge Who's Who Among Executive and Professional Women is an honor, only one member in each discipline is named the Cambridge... - May 09, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Karen King Named Cambridge Who’s Who Executive of the Year in Restaurant Franchising
Karen Lee King, President of The King Group, Inc., c/o McDonalds of Orange Park has been named Cambridge Who’s Who Executive of the Year in Restaurant Franchising. While inclusion in Cambridge Who’s Who Registry is an honor, only one member in each discipline is named the Cambridge... - May 09, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Nonprofit Center Convenes Nonprofit Organizations to Learn to Overcome Resistance to Change
The Nonprofit Center at La Salle University is sponsoring a forum on change management for Philadelphia area nonprofit organizations on June 5, 2007, to discuss the diverse workplace, reactions to internal changes, crisis communications, and more. - May 09, 2007 - The Nonprofit Center at La Salle University
Caribbean Conference on Sustainable Tourism Development will Focus on Health Tourism
IMSA President Eric Light to Address the Caribbean Conference on Sustainable Tourism Development will focus on Health Tourism - May 09, 2007 - The Day Spa Association
Amber Alert Issued for Missouri Girl (Cassandra Peace - 6)
The Bates County Sheriff's Department and The Missouri State Police have issued an Amber Alert for Cassandra Peace. The child was taken from school by her mother, Rachel Peace. Investigators report the suspect allegedly has made threats in the past to harm herself and her children. Authorities... - May 07, 2007 - Project Safekids
Left Hook Lacy Foundation helps “Give a Child a Fighting Chance” with Contribution
The Queen of Hearts Foundation for Disabled Children, Inc recently received a donation of $3,000 from the “Left Hook Lacy Foundation.” These proceeds will go to help the Queen of Hearts foundation provide necessary therapy and equipment for its disabled children. “I always knew... - May 07, 2007 - Queen of Hearts Foundation for Disabled Children, Inc.
Independent Writers of Chicago: The Writing of Biographies and Mysteries
Versatile local writer Barbara Gregorich gives a two-part presentation that will help solve the many mysteries of writing for both these wildly popular genres. Tuesday, May 8th, Chicago Athletic Club’s 7th Floor Lakeshore Room, 12 S. Michigan Ave. Program 6 p.m. Networking 5 p.m. Nonmembers, $15; IWOC members free. For more information, call 847-855-6670 or visit the iwoc.org web site. - May 07, 2007 - Independent Writers of Chicago
Linuxjunkies Foundation Introduces FLOSSit.org, a Community-Based News Syndication Service with an Emphasis on FLOSS Technology and Advocacy
FLOSSit.org is a a community-based News Syndication service with an emphasis on Free Libre Open Source - FLOSS technology and advocacy. News stories and websites are submitted by the users, and then promoted to the front page through a user-based ranking system. - May 07, 2007 - Linuxjunkies Foundation
2007-08 Bioscience Colorado Magazine Debuts at BIO International Convention in Boston
Colorado Bioscience Association is releasing the new edition of Bioscience Colorado Magazine at the 2007 BIO International Convention, May 6-9, at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center. This year’s magazine has expanded to 80 pages and includes an updated directory of the Colorado Bioscience industry: Medical Device and Related Companies; Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical and Related Companies; Biofuels and Related Companies; Research & Education Institutions; Foundations; & Service Providers. - May 06, 2007 - Colorado BioScience Association
A New Book "Microsoft Windows XP - The Accessible Way" Released by www.chrysallis.eu
Chrysallis-Close to Disability announces the release of the new book "Microsoft Windows XP - The accessible way" aiming to cover all the essential content to advance beginner computer users with and without disabilities into an intermediate level. - May 06, 2007 - Chrysallis-Close to Disability
An Accessible e-Learning Course, Microsoft Windows XP - The Accessible Way, Launched at www.chrysallis.eu
Chrysallis-Close to Disability recently released an accessible e-learning course, Microsoft Windows XP - The accessible way, aiming to provide learners with and without disabilities equal opportunities for life long learning, new ways of communication and even for creative leisure activities. - May 06, 2007 - Chrysallis-Close to Disability
Crystal M. Reib Named Metropolitan Who’s Who Honored Member in Pharmaceuticals
Crystal M. Reib, Pharmacist for Wegmans Pharmacy, has been Named Metropolitan Who’s Who Honored Member in Pharmaceuticals. While inclusion in Metropolitan Who’s Who is an honor in itself, the Metropolitan Who’s Who selection committee hand picks these special Who’s Who... - May 06, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Urgent Care Journal Wins 2007 American Society of Healthcare Publication Editors Award
Urgent Care, the Official Journal of the AAUCM, Wins the Gold Award in the New Publication Category - May 06, 2007 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
Peter Benchley Shark Conservation Award
Shark Conservationists Honored - The Shark Research Institute's Peter Benchley Shark Conservation Awards spotlight those working to protect sharks. - May 05, 2007 - Shark Research Institute
Imus Controversy Spawns “R” Word Awareness Campaign
The “R” Word Campaign is a grass roots effort to raise awareness that people with intellectual disabilities and their families are offended by the use of the words “retard” or “retarded” when used to describe something negative. - May 05, 2007 - The "R" Word Campaign
Lyle Castle, Ph.D., Named Cambridge Who's Who Professional of the Year in Heterocyclic Chemistry
Lyle Castle, Ph.D., editor, CEO and president of Hetero Corporation and chemistry professor at Idaho State University, has been named Professional of the Year in Heterocyclic Chemistry by Cambridge Who's Who. While inclusion in Cambridge Who's Who is itself an honor, only one member in each... - May 05, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
International School of Arizona Secures New Facility for 2007/8 School Year
The International School of Arizona secured a new school facility for the 2007/8 School Year last week. The school will relocate in July and start the next school year at 9128 E. San Salvador Drive in Scottsdale. The new building is over 14,000 square feet and can accommodate growth up to 250... - May 04, 2007 - International School of Arizona
Amber Alert Issued for Mentally Disabled Children in Michigan (Zachary Davis Cox and Lola Jean Nash)
The Kentwood Police Department and The Michigan State Police have issued an Amber Alert for Zachary Davis Cox (15) and Lola Jean Nash (14). The two missing children are residents at Hope Network Services residential Program located at 3333 36th Street in Kentwood. Both juveniles are described as... - May 04, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Washington Infant (Serenity Withrow - 2 Months)
The Kitsap County Sheriff and The Washington State Police have issued an Amber Alert for 2-month-old Serenity Withrow. Serenity's mother's parental rights were terminated and a court ordered that the child be taken into state custody. The mother has a history of physical abuse to children and drug... - May 04, 2007 - Project Safekids
Captrust Financial Advisors Named Charter Member of Local Business Club
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club Of The Triangle Names Founding Member - May 04, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
The 6th Annual Carying Place Benefit Auction Announces Presenting and Platinum Sponsors
Time Warner Cable, Penn Compression Moulding, Inc. and Quality Staffing Specialists to sponsor local charitable event - May 04, 2007 - The Carying Place
NFL Star Roger Staubach Donates Proceeds from “Cash America Quarterback Bowl” to Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes
Game will raise money and awareness for the organization while its national spokesmen play in side-by-side NFL greats in the charity game - May 04, 2007 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
6 Medals Won at the Pizza Olympics in Italy
Hundreds of competitors from dozens of countries including India, Sri Lanka, Croatia, Japan, Brazil, and the Ukraine converged on Salsomaggiore, Italy for the Pizza Olympics March 26-29, 2007. Opening ceremonies kicked off the four day event with each country parading through the competition hall... - May 04, 2007 - World Pizza Champions
Does Job Satisfaction Encourage Online Volunteering?
Middle East-Based Software Developer Contributes Online to a Canadian Charity 6,000 Miles Away - May 04, 2007 - Macdonald Youth Services
The Arc of North Carolina Presents Roadmap for System Success
As the state of North Carolina continues to cut human services funding, The Arc of North Carolina has created a plan with logical, concrete solutions to the problems inherent in the state’s developmental disabilities system. On Monday, May 7, at 6:30 pm, The Arc of North Carolina will... - May 03, 2007 - The Arc of North Carolina
Fall in Love All Over Again at the Heart to Heart Marriage Confernece Hosted by Pastor Lyle Dukes and Co-Pastor Deborah Dukes in Woodbridge, VA
Dr. Michael A. Freeman and Dr. Dee Dee Freeman of Spirit of Faith Christian Center in Temple Hills, MD and Bishop Carver E. Poindexter and Co-Pastor Lorene Poindexter of Love of Christ Church in Alexandria, VA will join Pastor Lyle Dukes and Co-Pastor Deborah Dukes in Woodbridge, VA for the Heart to Heart Marriage Conference June 13- 15, 2007. - May 03, 2007 - Harvest Life Changers Church, International
Cinco de Mayo – Tequila, Mariachis, Chiles, Oh My
U.S. cities celebrate National Mexican holiday observing Puebla’s victory over the French - May 03, 2007 - Mexico Tourism Board
Jodi B. Katzman, President of JBK Productions, has been Named Cambridge Who's Who Executive/Professional of the Year in Event Planning and Management
Jodi B. Katzman, president of JBK Productions, has been named Cambridge Who's Who Executive/Professional of the Year in Event Planning and Management. While inclusion in Cambridge Who's Who is an honor, only one member in each discipline is named the Cambridge Who's Who Executive/Professional of... - May 03, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Amber Alert Issued For North Carolina Boy (Jose Angel Fitzpatrick - Age 8)
The Siler City Police Department and The North Carolina Department of Crime Control has issued an Amber Alert for an 8-year-old Hispanic boy. Jose Angel Fitzpatrick was last seen at his house, 516 N. Second Ave. in Siler City. Authorities report Kenneth Fitzpatrick is suspected of abducting his... - May 02, 2007 - Project Safekids
On Your Mark, Get Set, Run
27th Annual Buckley's - Kennedy's 5K Charity Run to benefit HeartShare Human Services of New York - May 02, 2007 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
How to Choose a Portable Storage Container
Portable storage units come in many sizes and offer bells and whistles you may not have known were available. Get some tips on how to choose the best match for your needs. - May 02, 2007 - National Portable Storage Association
Debi Koulogianis Named Cambridge Who’s Who Executive of the Year in Design and Organization
Debi Koulogianis, Chief Executive Officer and Owner of Ultimate Organizers, LLC, has been named Cambridge Who’s Who Executive of the Year in Design and Organization. While inclusion in Cambridge Who’s Who Registry is an honor, only one member in each discipline is named the Cambridge... - May 02, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
New Hampshire Set to Offer Civil Unions for Gay and Lesbian Couples
State and Local Civil Unions, Domestic Partnerships and Marriage Won’t Help Same-Sex Binational Couples Stay Together in the United States - May 02, 2007 - Out4Immigration
Women Presidents’ Organization Announces Podcast Featuring 2007 International Conference Keynote Speaker
Marsha Firestone, Ph.D., president of the Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO), has announced that Marti Barletta, author and founder of The TrendSight Group, will be featured in a podcast discussing how companies can market to women, her role as a featured keynote speaker at the 2007 WPO... - May 01, 2007 - Women President Organization
Billy Packer Releases Podcast on Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle
Penn Shore, president of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle, has announced the release of Billy Packer’s podcast on the club. Packer is in his 25th season as lead analyst for CBS Sports’ college basketball coverage. He won a Sports Emmy Award in... - May 01, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
Training Makes a Difference: New Study Finds Farmer Production Costs Decreased, Farmer and Food Safety Increased
Farmers were able to reduce their costs of production, while more effectively controlling pests and better protecting themselves and their farms – all thanks to a practical training programme with farmers in rural China. “Responsible use of crop protection products increases food... - May 01, 2007 - CropLife Asia
Virtual Assistant Association Recognizes Members of the Year
Annual Honor bestowed on the year’s most inspiring Virtual Assistant volunteers - May 01, 2007 - Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce
Amber Alert Issued for Massachusetts Boy (Gary Michael Duff-Turcotte - 12)
The Stoneham Police Department and The Massachusetts State Police have issued an Amber Alert for a 12-year-old boy last seen in Stoneham. Gary Michael Duff-Turcotte was picked up, by his mother, Samantha Bedley, 37, at about 4:30 p.m. Samantha Bedley does not have custody of the child. The child is... - April 30, 2007 - Project Safekids
Virtual Assistant Association Announces 2007 InnoVAtive Awards
Annual Honor bestowed on the year’s most inspiring Virtual Assistants - April 30, 2007 - Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce
American Sleep Apnea Association Issues Sleep Advocacy Action Alert for Florida
Federal Funding for Sleep and Sleep Disorders Activities at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). - April 29, 2007 - American Sleep Apnea Association
Candace Croft, Ph.D., Named Cambridge Who’s Who Professional of the Year in Health and Spirituality
Candace Croft, Ph.D., has been named Professional of the Year in health and spirituality by Cambridge Who’s Who. While inclusion in Cambridge Who’s Who is itself an honor, only one member in each discipline is named Cambridge Who’s Who Professional of the Year. The Cambridge... - April 29, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Woman with Cerebral Palsy will Fly Around the World
Adele Schneidereit, a courageous woman with Cerebral Palsy has declared she will fly around the World to spotlight the urgent need to find a cure for CP. Ms. Schneidereit, not yet a pilot, will video-chronicle the trials, tribulations, and successes of a person with Cerebral Palsy preparing for... - April 29, 2007 - Inspire the World Foundation
California Teen Vikram Bhatt Raises Money to Find a Cure for Alopecia
Vikram Bhatt (age 15), a Straight A 9th grade student at Laguna Hills High School has initiated a noble fundraising charity to research the cures for Alopecia Areata that results in the loss of hair. This common non-contagious but very challenging disease affects more than 4.7 million American... - April 28, 2007 - Fighting Alopecia Areata Club
Cambridge Who's Who Selects Christiane David as Artist of the Year
Christiane David, painter and owner of the Christiane David Gallery in Lancaster, PA, has been named Cambridge Who's Who Professional of the Year in Art. While inclusion in Cambridge Who's Who is itself an honor, only one member in each discipline is named the Cambridge Who's Who Professional of... - April 28, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who