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Morgan Lewis’ Linda L. Griggs to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Statement 5 and 141R Loss Contingency Disclosures: An Update on 6/17/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Linda L. Griggs, Partner, Morgan Lewis will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Statement 5 and 141R Loss Contingency... - May 03, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
PhotographyCorner.com Announces the May 2009 Photograph of the Month
Ben Jacobi of Iowa Park, Texas is the Latest Photograph of the Month Winner at www.PhotographyCorner.com. - May 03, 2009 - PhotographyCorner.com
National Institute of Statistical Sciences Hires Six New Postdoctoral Fellows
The National Institute of Statistical Sciences (NISS), a research institute created by the national statistical sciences community, has appointed six new postdoctoral fellows. The fellows will participate in several new research programs at NISS. “Our research has expanded into several... - May 03, 2009 - National Institute of Statistical Sciences
Estes Park Shuttle Operations Begin Saturday, June 27
This will be the fourth year free shuttle service has been provided by the Town of Estes Park. - May 03, 2009 - Estes Park Visitor's Center
Woolly Creatures and Creations Featured at Estes Park Festival
One of the largest events of its kind in the nation, the Wool Market features exhibits, demonstrations, competitions and a plethora of finished products created from natural fibers. - May 03, 2009 - Estes Park Visitor's Center
Mike Ditka Resorts Gives Dad a Well-Deserved Father's Day Gift
Thanks to the “Biggest Ditka Fan Father’s Day Contest” being held by Mike Ditka Resorts, one fortunate father will be awarded dinner at Ditka’s Restaurant in Chicago with Coach Ditka, a Mike Ditka autographed football, Mike Ditka signature wine, and Mike Ditka signature cigars. - May 03, 2009 - Geneva Hospitality
LUXury Travel Reinforces Position as Luxury Global Travel Brand and Opens Office in Geneva, Switzerland
LUXury Travel reinforces position as luxury global travel brand and opens offices in Switzerland. The company helps tour operators and travel agencies to get visa at Vietnam Embassy or Consulate within 30 minutes. LUX is a premium travel brand in Vietnam, has announced plans for its first global... - May 03, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
NPSA Develops Billing Fraud Prevention Program
The National Portable Storage Association has developed a Problem Account Database to help members steer clear of deadbeat vendors. - May 03, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Great Rail Journeys Targets Web Bookings
Great Rail Journeys launch a new website. - May 03, 2009 - Great Rail Journeys
Peoria Fuel Efficient Vehicles Unveiled
Three Peoria fuel efficient vehicles currently available at Peoria Toyota have been named by Treehugger.com to its list of the ten most efficient hybrids. The Toyota Prius, Toyota Camry Hybrid and Toytota Highlander Hybrid are all considered by the green news outlet to be among the most Peoria fuel efficient vehicles available. - May 03, 2009 - Heritage Buick GMC
Deloitte’s Elizabeth E. Drigotas to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Understanding the IRS and Treasury 2009 Business Plan Compensation & Benefits Issues on 5/28/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Michael L. Hermsen, Partner, Mayer Brown International LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Understanding the IRS and... - May 03, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Groom Law Group’s William F. Sweetnam, Jr. to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Understanding the IRS and Treasury 2009 Business Plan Compensation & Benefits Issues
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that William F. Sweetnam, Jr., Partner, Former Benefits Tax Counsel, Office of the Tax Policy, U.S. Department of the Treasury, Groom Law Group will speak at The... - May 03, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Understanding the IRS and Treasury 2009 Business Plan Compensation & Benefits Issues
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on Understanding the IRS and Treasury 2009 Business Plan Compensation & Benefits Issues. This two-hour event is scheduled on... - May 03, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
APCO/EasyCare Named to Georgia’s Top Privately Held Businesses List for 2009
In recognition of the economic power of privately held companies, DiversityBusiness.com today honored APCO as one of the top privately held businesses in Georgia. This is the 9th annual listing of Georgia’s top businesses by DiversityBusiness.com. The companies listed on the Top Business... - May 02, 2009 - Automobile Protection Corporation/EasyCare
7 Steps to Financial Empowerment
Bahiyah Shabazz (CEO) of Shabazz Management Group, llc consults with clients to embrace the change of the economy and live within your means. - May 02, 2009 - Shabazz Management Group llc
Local Massage Therapist Offers Free Massage to Birthmothers for Mother's Day
During the month of May, Chicago area birthmothers will be treated to a massage in celebration of Mother's Day and to honor their difficult but loving decision to place their child for adoption. - May 02, 2009 - The Rub Chicago, Ltd.
NAMWOLF Lauds Fannie Mae for New General Counsel Appointment
NAMWOLF lauds Fannie Mae’s appointment of Timothy J. Mayopoulos as Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary. - May 02, 2009 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Baltimore City Schools Report Finds Charter Schools More Diverse and More Popular with Parents
A report by Baltimore City Schools studying the impact and progress of Baltimore City's growing charter school movement shows that charters are more diverse in terms of race and socio-economic background than the city's traditional public schools. As evidenced in the Baltimore City Report on Charter Schools, city charter schools are providing a valuable choice option for parents, students and teachers. - May 02, 2009 - Maryland Charter School Network
Making Things Happen with Business Ownership Despite Tough Economy
Grins 2 Go franchisee Jay Henderson takes control of his own financial future by starting his photography business despite the economic times. - May 02, 2009 - Grins 2 Go Photography
The Actors Hall of Fame Top 10 Actors of the Week
The Top 10 stars of the most popular movies, TV shows, Broadway plays and DVD's were announced this week by The Actors Hall of Fame. Leading the list are the stars of Obsessed, CSI, Wicked and The Spirit. - May 02, 2009 - The Actors Hall of Fame Foundation
Cirque Berzerk Returns to Downtown LA for Seven Performances per Weekend at Los Angeles State Historic Park June 18 – July 5, 2009 -- Parental Discretion is Advised
“Equal parts trippy and sinister, Cirque Berzerk seems like the sort of phantasmagoric spectacle Tim Burton would dream up, if he quit filmmaking to join the circus.” -Los Angeles Times, July 2008 - May 02, 2009 - Cirque Berzerk
Dogtown Group and Shar Pei Rescuers First Winners in New Animal Rescue Site and Petfinder.com $100,000 Shelter+ Challenge
Supporters of Best Friends Animal Society and Operation Scarlet turned out enough online voting to secure $1,000 grants in The Animal Rescue Site’s current $100,000 Shelter+ Challenge. - May 02, 2009 - GreaterGood
Time Has Already Sprung Forward This Year. So Have GVI.
Global Vision International (GVI) are pleased to announce that a number of new programs are now running, including a unique opportunity in Laos, and the chance to change a life for the better in Mombasa, Kenya. - May 02, 2009 - Global Vision International (GVI)
Experience is (Usually) the Name of the Game
"Experience Required"... sound familiar? This needs to longer be the case with Global Vision International (GVI). - May 02, 2009 - Global Vision International (GVI)
Sweetin & Bleeke, P.C. Joins National Organization
Indiana law firm Sweetin & Bleeke, P.C. joins The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms in Febraury 2009. - May 02, 2009 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
NAMWOLF Reports Increase in Diversity Commitment from New York Public Entities
The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms has reported an increase in New York Public Entities joining their Corporate and Public Entity Partnering Program. Corporate and Public Entity partners commitment 5% of their outside legal counsel budgets to using minority and women-owned firms. - May 02, 2009 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Champaign Lexus LS Named Best Overall Vehicle
A Lexus dealership in Champaign received good news this week when Consumer Reports announced the Lexus LS 460 as the Best Overall Vehicle of 2009. Consumer Reports scored the LS 460 99 out of 100, saying the 2009 LS 460 “provides a luxurious, uncompromising driving environment.” - May 02, 2009 - Heritage Buick GMC
Recent Published Guidance on §168(k)(4) - Credit Acceleration in Lieu of Bonus Depreciation Live Webcast on 07/23/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on Recent Published Guidance on §168(k)(4) - Credit Acceleration in Lieu of Bonus Depreciation. This two-hour event is scheduled on Thursday, July 23, 2009, at 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM EDT. - May 02, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Adam Pollitt, Senior Director, Litigation Consulting Services, First Advantage to Speak at KC’s Event on FCPA on 05/06/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Adam Pollitt, Senior Director, Litigation Consulting Services of First Advantage will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled:... - May 02, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
First Advantage, a Global E-discovery and Computer Forensics Provider Named Sponsor at Knowledge Congress' Event on FCPA on 05/06/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that First Advantage, a global e-discovery and computer forensics provider will be a sponsor at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled:... - May 02, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
RRAR Announces $50,000 Foreclosure Prevention And Response Program Grant
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com) has announced that the N.C. Association of REALTORS® (NCAR) has been awarded a $50,000 National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Foreclosure Prevention and Response Program (FPR) grant. North... - May 02, 2009 - RRAR
Communities in Schools of North Carolina Launches 2009 North Carolina Education Ball Web Site
Linda Harrill, president and CEO of Communities In Schools of North Carolina (CISNC) (www.cisnc.org), a nonprofit that helps youths stay in school, has launched the 2009 North Carolina Education Ball’s Web site at www.ncedball.org. The Web site was created by Northbend Web Services with... - May 02, 2009 - Communities In Schools Of North Carolina
Give the Gift of Travel on Mother's Day
Wondering what to give your Mom for Mother’s Day? How about something that will last longer than flowers, dinner or candy? Something that won’t go into the closet to pile-up and collect dust? Something you can give that she will remember for a lifetime? How about the gift of travel? A... - May 02, 2009 - Harbor City Travel & Tours
New Company Eases Consumer Worries in Finding Dependable Contractors
Frustrating experiences with trade contractors motivated local Bath resident, Stacy Smith to start her own free referral service for homeowners looking for reputable contractors. - May 02, 2009 - Home Solutions of Northeast Ohio
Lamorinda WildFire Forum on ComCast
The 2009 Lamorinda WildFire Forum was a huge success. Residents of Lafayette, Moraga and Orinda learned a lot about mitigation, preparedness and response. Those who were unable to attend will get a second chance because ComCast will broadcast the forum. - May 02, 2009 - Lamorinda DART
Legally Blind, Musical Artist JP Corwyn Chooses a 501(c) 3 Music Company Over the Traditional Industry Route
Releases single “I Will Wait” for Distribution on Empty Vessel Music - May 02, 2009 - Empty Vessel Music
Non-Profit Organization Seeks San Diego Families to Host International Exchange Students
Travel abroad in the comfort of your own home while contributing to your country by sharing your home and everyday life with an AYUSA high school exchange student. AYUSA is the leading global non-profit organization supported by the U.S. Department of State to offer life changing opportunities to... - May 02, 2009 - Intrax Cultural Exchange
One Year After Myanmar Cyclone, Upcoming Farming Season Critical for Recovery
World Vision reaches nearly 350,000 survivors in Myanmar with aid and assistance, but says much still needs to be accomplished. New elevated, concrete schools will serve as community shelters in future emergencies. - May 02, 2009 - World Vision US
Blue Realty Named to National Real Estate Power Broker List
Blue Realty GMAC, with nine offices and over 200 licensed Realtors in New Jersey, has been named to the 2009 RISMedia National Real Estate Power Broker List, ranking 468 in the country in closed real estate transactions and 432 in dollar volume. The RISMedia National Power Broker List is released... - May 02, 2009 - Blue Realty
U.S. Preventive Medicine® Signs Agreement with Massachusetts General Hospital
U.S. Preventive Medicine®, the leader in disease prevention services, has signed an agreement with Massachusetts General Hospital, a leader in patient care, education and research, to become a key referral location for its members of The Prevention Plan seeking executive physical examinations... - May 02, 2009 - U.S. Preventive Medicine, Inc.
Dr. David M. Klein Brings New Weight Management and Wellness Concept to Arizona
David M. Klein, Ph.D., original co-owner of the Smart For Life Weight Management Centers in Arizona and a developer of that national brand, has now introduced his next generation weight management and wellness centers to Arizona. Natural Weight™ For Optimized Living is a comprehensive,... - May 02, 2009 - Natural Weight for Optimized Living
NAMWOLF Supports New York Governor’s Plan to Increase Number of Minority and Women-Owned Businesses on State Bond Deals
In February 2009, Governor David Patterson announced his administration’s plan to increase participation by minority and women-owned firms on state bond deals. - May 02, 2009 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Michigan Civil Air Patrol Squadron Conducts Leadership School
Local men complete Civil Air Patrol’s Squadron Leadership School. Four Grand Rapids area men were among 16 Civil Air Patrol members who recently completed a two day Squadron Leadership School in Muskegon. 1st Lt David Hast of Alto, 2d Lt Kevin Jarchow of Hudsonville, Senior Member Greg... - May 02, 2009 - Grand Rapids Senior Squadron Civil Air Patrol
Slump City
Presents the work of three emerging artists whose visionary and haunting work combines gothic fantasy, poetic social realism and psycho-geography to imagine the urban periphery. - May 01, 2009 - [ space ]
Mimi Rothschild Announces Launch of Podcast Program
Podcast will be an audio resource for current and potential home schooling parents. - May 01, 2009 - Mimi Rothschild
White & Case’s Jeffrey J. Oelke to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Emerging Intellectual Property Issues for Attorneys: a 2009 Update on 5/13/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Jeffrey J. Oelke, Partner, White & Case LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Emerging Intellectual Property... - May 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Foley & Lardner’s George Best to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Emerging Intellectual Property Issues for Attorneys: a 2009 Update on 5/13/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that George Best, Partner, Foley & Lardner LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Employment Emerging Intellectual... - May 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Emerging Intellectual Property Issues for Attorneys: a 2009 Update
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on Emerging Intellectual Property Issues For Attorneys: A 2009 Update. This two-hour event is scheduled on Wednesday, May 13,... - May 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
AIR Personal Fitness Donates a Free Month of Fitness Boot Camp to the Volunteers of Boston’s Walk for Hunger
AIR Personal Fitness wants to recognize and celebrate the people who participated in the Walk for Hunger by giving them 4 weeks of free fitness boot camp on the esplanade. - May 01, 2009 - AIR Personal Fitness
Reservation Provider for Bali Hotels Sends Travel Warning
In 2008 the tropical island of Bali had an particular strong demand for hotel rooms that resulted in a "sold out" response of 57.3% of all reservation requests for reservations made 60 days in advance and 82.6% declined requests for bookings made 30 days in advance. This trend is continuing long-term according to statements by Bali hotels in 2009, what is not good news for travellers used to do all the bookings last minute. - May 01, 2009 - Bali1.com