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400 Mayors to Join "Extra Mile" Mission
Extra Mile Day is a day to renew our commitment to going the extra mile in personal effort, volunteerism, and service, and it is a day to acknowledge and thank those around us who go the extra mile for us in our everyday lives. - September 11, 2013 - Extra Mile America
Pedro Cayuqueo Awarded 2013 Samuel Chavkin Prize for Integrity in Latin American Journalism
The North American Congress on Latin America (NACLA) announces the selection of Pedro Cayuqueo as the 2013 recipient of the Samuel Chavkin Prize for Integrity in Latin American Journalism. The Chavkin Prize is awarded every 18 months to an outstanding investigative reporter working in Latin America... - September 11, 2013 - North American Congress on Latin America
Peter Shankman Makes Rare Columbus Appearance to Celebrate Women’s Small Business Accelerator of Central Ohio's One-Year Anniversary
Author, Entrepreneur, Speaker, and Founder of HARO (Help a Reporter Out), Shankman Will Keynote Evening Event - September 11, 2013 - WSBA Ohio
Collaborators Awarded NSF Grant for More Efficient Wireless Networks
Researchers aim to end the scarcity of wireless spectrum with dynamic and efficient access. - September 11, 2013 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Social Media Leaders and Influencers Unite for iFabbo’s 2nd Annual Social Media Conference
Beauty and fashion bloggers join forces with social media and technology companies in San Francisco. - September 11, 2013 - iFabbo - International Fashion & Beauty Bloggers' Organization
ISPreview Survey Finds UK People Spend Longer Online and Download More
The latest monthly ISPreview.co.uk survey has found that 52% of respondents in the United Kingdom download 60 GigaBytes (GB) or more of internet data every single month over their home broadband ISP connections, which is up from 37.6% in 2011. Meanwhile 68% of people said they were spending 4 hours or more online every day. - September 11, 2013 - ISPreview.co.uk
More Than Fifty Waste King Waste Pods Now in Use
More than 50 commercial customers of Waste King - the specialist collection, clearance and recycling company based in Hemel Hempstead – are now using the company’s waste pods to segregate and remove their waste. This is in preference to using skips in which to put the waste. - September 11, 2013 - Waste King
Output from Green Power Drops in Canada
Federal statistics show that the contribution from renewable energy sources continues to decline, compared with conventional carbon-based fuel sources. - September 11, 2013 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)
IMC’s Instrument Proficiency Center Comes to AOPA Summit 2013
The IMC Club, together with RedBird Flight Simulations, will host an Instrument Proficiency Center this year at the AOPA Aviation Summit in Fort Worth, Texas. - September 11, 2013 - IMCClubs.org
DEA Youth Dance Program Expands to Arizona Through Donations from the M.A.S.H Coalition Against Substance Abuse and Target
Free After-School Program That Helps Kids Turn to Dance Instead of Drugs Enters Its 22nd State - September 11, 2013 - DEA Youth Dance Program
B3 Solutions Appoints Cliff Plaxco Federal Sector Vice President
B3 Solutions LLC, a provider of customer-focused solutions that enable government organizations to optimize their performance, announced today that it has promoted Cliff Plaxco to vice president of the federal sector. - September 11, 2013 - B3Solutions
Columbus Chapter of the American Marketing Association Names Executive Board for 2013-2014
New Board Brings a Broad Background in Marketing Disciplines to Lead Growing Chapter - September 11, 2013 - American Marketing Association, Columbus Chapter
FiXiT Launches Crowdfunding Event to “Fix” 60 Animals on Island of St. Croix
Final Fix Program Designed to Help Island Become a No-Kill Community - September 11, 2013 - FiXiT Foundation
Home Staging Pioneer Company Aims for National Exposure
StagedHomes.com®, the original Home Staging company founded by Barb Schwarz, The Creator of Home Staging®, is in the running for a national TV commercial. The commercial would be featured during Super Bowl XLVIII in February, and is sponsored by Intuit Small Business Big Game Contest. - September 11, 2013 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
The Sustainability Consortium® Launches General Merchandise Working Group and Welcomes Lifetime Brands
The Sustainability Consortium® (TSC®) is excited to announce the launch of its tenth working group: General Merchandise. This working group will produce sustainability profiles and metrics for consumer products such as sporting goods, bed, bath, kitchen, tabletop, and home decor products,... - September 11, 2013 - The Sustainability Consortium
Gary Lang Awards $1,983 to the Oldest Truck Owner
Gary Lang Auto Group announced the winner of the Oldest Vehicle Contest. Gary Lang was on the search for the oldest vehicle originally purchased from Gary Lang and still running. - September 11, 2013 - Gary Lang Auto Group
Sand Ridge Golf Club Celebrates Fifteen Years of Audubon International Certification
Sand Ridge Golf Club was recently re-certified as a Signature Sanctuary by Audubon International. Sand Ridge registered in the Signature Program in 1998 and recently passed its sixth on-site review. The golf course is the only private club in the state of Ohio to earn and maintain its certification... - September 11, 2013 - Audubon International
Cleveland Zoo Walk: A Chance to Continue the Fight Against Dystonia
The Dystonia Medical Research Foundation (DMRF) will welcome supporters to a fun day at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo for a chance to raise funds and awareness for dystonia on Saturday, October 5, 2013. Organizer Karen Flanagan considers herself many things: a daughter, a sister, an aunt, and a... - September 11, 2013 - Dystonia Medical Research Foundation
Fred Shiver Joins Nationwide Law Firm Curtis Law Group
Frederick H. Shiver has joined Curtis Law Group as Of Counsel, expanding the firm’s personal injury and wrongful death litigation practices. “Fred brings three decades of personal injury trial experience representing only plaintiffs in trucking, automobile and air travel accidents,... - September 11, 2013 - Curtis Law Group
Skin Perfect Image Wellness Spa Announces New Membership Programs Focused on Aging and Acne
New Programs Answer Need for Services for Top Two Skin Care Issues Faced by Many Women. - September 11, 2013 - Skin Perfect Image Wellness Spa
Tigerlily Foundation Hosts Pajama Glam in New York City
Event to educate girls about body health and wellness, and raise funds for breast cancer programs - November 9, 2013. - September 11, 2013 - Tigerlily Foundation
Goodfellas Appliance Repair in Louisville, KY, Now Offering Appliance Repair Parts Sales
Local appliance repair company "Goodfellas Appliance Repair" is now selling appliance repair parts to better serve the greater Fairdale KY communities. - September 11, 2013 - Goodfellas Appliance Repair
Toastmasters Speech Contest and Raffle at Date Palm Country Club, Sept. 20, 2013
Areas D3 and D4 are pleased to host for the member clubs of the Desert in Southern California (from Beaumont and Banning to the Coachella Valley) a contest and raffle drawing. Humorous Speeches and Speech Evaluations will be judged with the winners moving to the next round at the Division Contest in October. This contest will include a raffle drawing for a Kindle Fire 7" 8GB WiFi Tablet, donated by Desert Cow Computers. - September 11, 2013 - Division D District 12 Toastmasters
Safe Banking Systems, LLC Named Sponsor at Knowledge Congress' Event “Exploring Effective Anti-Money Laundering Programs Live Webcast”
Safe Banking Systems, LLC teams up with The Knowledge Group for KC’s upcoming webcast entitled, “Exploring Effective Anti-Money Laundering Programs.” This two-hour event will be held on Wednesday, September 18, 2013 from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET. For further details about this... - September 11, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Alfred J. Smith Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Alfred J. Smith of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of social services. About Alfred J. Smith Brother Smith has over 56 years experience in the field of social... - September 10, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Montclair Disaster Relief Canine: Animal Planet Documentary Pays Tribute to Hero Dogs of 9/11 in Documentary Special
Premiering in the United States on Tuesday, September 10 at 8pm ET/PT Animal Planet is airing Hero Dogs Of 9/11, a one-hour documentary special that chronicles the legacies of working dogs at Ground Zero. The program includes Frank Shane from Upper Montclair, N.J. and his Disaster Relief Canine Nikie who worked on Ground Zero for nine months. It pays tribute to all the unheralded dogs that were part of the rescue and recovery efforts. - September 10, 2013 - k-9 Disaster Relief
Greater Charlotte Healthcare Executives Group Members Receive National ACHE Service Awards
Four healthcare leaders from Carolinas HealthCare System and Novant Health recognized for volunteerism. - September 10, 2013 - GCHEG
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Crew Raise £3,000 in Memory of Much-Loved Dancer, Faye Knowles-Chapman
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ kind-hearted crew have raised £3,000 for The Faye Knowles-Chapman Foundation. The Foundation has been set up in memory of Faye Knowles-Chapman, from West Yorkshire, who worked on board Braemar as a dancer with Explosive Productions from 2008 to 2011, before... - September 10, 2013 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Summer 2013 Pinnacle Book Achievement Award Winners
Announcing the Summer 2013 Pinnacle Book Achievement Award Winners - September 10, 2013 - NABE (North American Bookdealers Exchange)
New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council Healthcare Symposium on September 12
Third Annual Healthcare Symposium at PSEG in Newark, New Jersey Explores Opportunities for Minority Suppliers in the $2.7 Trillion Healthcare Industry Includes Experts from Owens & Minor, Johnson & Johnson, Barnabas Hospital and Premier Healthcare Alliance. - September 10, 2013 - New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council
New "Vexo" Vibration Meter from Castle
Castle Group has launched its new Vexo S Vibration meter dedicated to industrial monitoring on machinery and manufacturing equipment. Being very simple to use, with a clear colour display and a robust and reliable sensor system, the Vexo S brings a new level of clarity to the hands of maintenance... - September 10, 2013 - Castle Group Ltd
Saint Baba Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh Ji Insan & His Followers Will Clean Delhi on September 10, 2013
21st Mega Cleanliness Earth Campaign by Dera Sacha Sauda to Clean Delhi. - September 10, 2013 - dera sacha sauda
Denver Biz Tech Expo to Award Tech Scholarships to DPS Students
The Denver Biz Tech Expo (DBTE), the Oct. 24 event that connects business owners and technology providers, will award scholarships to two Denver Public Schools (DPS) students. Five dollars from each DBTE ticket will go toward the Young Women’s and Young Men’s Technology Scholarship, which were created to encourage DPS students to pursue careers in technology. Students can apply at denverbiztechexpo.com/scholarshipapp. - September 10, 2013 - Denver Biz Tech Expo
Koubachi Announces Wi-Fi Plant Sensor Pro
Once again, Koubachi presents a series of revolutionary novelties at this year’s IFA. Besides giving the public a preview of the Smart Garden of the Future Koubachi announces a Pro version of their well-known Wi-Fi Plant Sensor. Moreover, Koubachi is now available not only for web and iOS, but for Android as well. And since today, the Android app is available in German. - September 10, 2013 - Koubachi
International Ultraviolet Association (IUVA) Holds Symposium on UV Disinfection of Healthcare Facilities Prior to World Congress 2013, Las Vegas
Members of the International Ultraviolet Association are sponsoring some key events at the World Congress 2013, at the Mirage Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. Learn about the special panel on disinfection of hospitals and healthcare facilities that precedes World Congress, on Sept. 21, 2013 and other events. - September 10, 2013 - International Ultraviolet Association
Senator Bill Perkins Hosts Press Conference for the African Day Parade and Festival
Senator Bill Perkins and the African Day Parade and Festival committee invites the community for a press conference announcing the 7th Annual African Day Parade and Festival. - September 10, 2013 - African Day Parade and Festival
James P. Dowden, Partner, Ropes & Gray to Speak at KC’s Anti-Corruption Programs for Private Equity Firms in 2013 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that James P. Dowden, Partner, Ropes & Gray will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Anti-Corruption Programs for Private Equity Firms in 2013 LIVE... - September 10, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Bertha Minnihan, CPA, Partner, National Practice Leader, Employee Benefit Plan Audits, Moss Adams to Speak at KC’s Event on 10/17/13
The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Bertha Minnihan, Partner, National Practice Leader, Employee Benefit Plan Audits, Moss Adams will speak at the KC’s webcast entitled: “Legal Series: M&A Transactions... - September 10, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Success for Pacific Resort Hotel Group at 2013’s Prestigious HM Awards
It is with great pleasure that Pacific Resort Hotel Group (PRHG) would like to announce their success in two award categories at Australia’s esteemed HM Awards for Hotel and Accommodation Excellence 2013. There was a record turnout for this year’s HM Awards held at Sydney Town Hall on Friday, September 6 with over 550 attendees at the gala presentation dinner; a grand audience for all of the evening’s winners. - September 09, 2013 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
FDA Accepts Biomedica MC Investigational New Drug Filing for ClotFoam®
ClotFoam is the leading agent of a portfolio of hemostatic products based on its proprietary “CLOT” technology. This next generation of hemostatic sealants funded by NIH and the US Army was originally conceived to control severe hemorrhage without need of compression. Products derived from the Clot technology represent a quantum leap in the treatment of hemorrhage. - September 09, 2013 - Biomedica Management Corporation
"Save Natural Bridge" Campaign Launches on Indiegogo
Professional Couple Hopes to Keep Thomas Jefferson’s Attraction Together. - September 09, 2013 - Valerie and Jason Bloomberg
Dallas Corvette Chevy Expo Premier Event at Dallas Market Hall
Classic Chevrolet Show Cars and Major Vendors from Across the Country-Sept. 28-29, 2013. - September 09, 2013 - Corvette Chevy Expo
Grand Canyon 123 Announces Fall Bus Tour Discounts
As fall quickly approaches, expect to find more discounts on Grand Canyon bus tours, especially on packages that include extra side trips. - September 09, 2013 - Grand Canyon 123
Rise Up Industries Football Mania Fundraiser
Rise Up Industries, a nonprofit public benefit corporation organized to provide a comprehensive and fully integrated approach towards the elimination of gang violence and gang membership, announced today that they will tackle their fundraising goal using CharityMania’s FootballMania fundraiser, a sweepstakes fundraiser where prizes are awarded to the sweepstakes game cards with the teams that score the most points. - September 09, 2013 - Rise Up Industries
Appliance Repair Company in Alpharetta Partners with SEO Pros to Better Serve Local Homeowners
Local appliance repair specialists "Peachtree Appliance Repair" partner with the SEO experts at "Prospect Genius" to bring superior appliance services to the greater Hoschton, GA area. - September 09, 2013 - Peachtree Appliance Repair
Occupy USA, a New iPad Photo Book from FotoEvidence
142 Color Photographs from Occupy Wall Street encampments across the USA from New York to Honolulu, including Oakland, Chicago, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Seattle, Berkeley, UC Davis, Sacramento, Davis, Sebastopol and Vacaville. - September 08, 2013 - Vance Petrunoff Photography
U.S. Olympian, Jaime Komer to Participate in 2013 Xanadu Catalina 5K Health & Wellness Festival
Komer, Olympic Silver Medalist, 2-time World Champion, 3-time NCAA Champion, 4-time All-American will teach at the new festival experience promoting a healthy lifestyle. - September 08, 2013 - Xanadu Catalina
Afghan Association Festival Keeps Green with Waste King’s Help
Many people know of the UK’s current involvement in Afghanistan but less well known is the work that The Afghan Association does in this country to represent the interests of the UK’s Afghan community. In addition to providing an advice and referral service for Afghans, particularly in... - September 08, 2013 - Waste King
QuickLift Claims Franna Cranes Still the Most Popular in Victoria
The versatile pick-and-carry crane is being touted the machine of choice to more and more construction companies by a well established crane hire company in Victoria. - September 08, 2013 - Quicklift Crane Hire
Nevada Women’s Philanthropy Grant Symposium to be Held Oct. 15, NWP 2014 Grant Application Deadline Nov. 20, 2013
Nevada Women’s Philanthropy (NWP) will hold its annual grant symposium for impact grant applicants on Tuesday, Oct. 15 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the United Way, 5830 W. Flamingo Road in Las Vegas. The application deadline for 2014 grant letters of intent is Nov. 20, 2013. “NWP receives... - September 08, 2013 - Nevada Women's Philanthropy