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Yampu Tours Wins World Travel Award for Fourth Consecutive Year
Yampu Tours has been Awarded for the Fourth Year Running, the Leading Tour Operator for South America from the World Travel Awards. - July 24, 2013 - Yampu.com
Waste King Takes on Three Diverse Challenges
In recent weeks, Waste King has: * Won a contract from the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC), * Delivered two of its waste pods (empty) to, and collected them (full) from The Grove * Cleared two sites containing eastern European illegal immigrants - July 24, 2013 - Waste King
Procter & Gamble Supports the Food Bank of South Jersey in the Fight Against Hunger
The Food Bank of South Jersey got a big boost to their No Child Hungry Initiative from Feeding America – the nation's leading domestic hunger-relief charity – and from Procter & Gamble. The Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) has received a $20,000 grant from Feeding America, thanks to... - July 24, 2013 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Survey Shows Consumers Continue Recession-Like Behavior Despite Increase in Spending
Even as spending continues to rebound from the recession, consumers are using debit cards more frequently than credit cards, according to a recent survey of more than 600 Texans by Dallas-based SWACHA, one of the largest regional not-for-profit electronic payment associations in the country. Debit... - July 24, 2013 - SWACHA
Teenagers Use Supercomputing to Design Future Aircraft with the Smallpeice Trust
Twenty-four budding engineers from across the UK recently took on the challenge of designing future aircraft at the University of Southampton. Organised by The Smallpeice Trust and delivered in partnership with the University’s Faculty of Engineering and the Environment and Microsoft, the course opened up the eyes of the 16 and 17 year-old students, showing them how computers influence how we live, what we do and where we travel. - July 24, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
Students Learn About Materials for Energy with the Smallpeice Trust
From 8th to 11th July, forty teenagers from across the UK have been learning about the global energy situation and the work of materials scientists and engineers as they try to meet global energy demands whilst reducing carbon emissions. - July 24, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
NCRMA Launches Save the NC Sales Tax Holiday Campaign Ahead of the 11th Annual Sales Tax Holiday
State’s Retail Merchant Association Encourages Consumers to Shop Locally During the 2013 Sales Tax Holiday - July 24, 2013 - NCRMA
PACE Center for Girls Awarded Investment from a National Foundation and the Social Innovation Fund to Help More Girls Achieve Greater Success
PACE Center for Girls was selected in a national competition to identify programs with the potential to help more of America’s at risk youth reach productive adulthood. - July 24, 2013 - PACE Center for Girls
Amped 360: Featured Attraction at Boston Tattoo Convention
The standard for tattoo imagery is about to change and Almont Green is out to change it. Coming to the Boston Tattoo Convention, rotational imagery display systems and do it yourself training will be part of a huge AMPED3D exhibit at the show. A fifty camera AMPED 360 array will be set up to capture tattoo images for rotation in addition to information on how rotational images can be created using a single camera and uploaded to the AMPED360ink.com website. - July 24, 2013 - Almont Green Studios
Free Wheelchair Mission Announces Arrival of 550 Wheelchairs to Mexico
A full container of wheelchairs to be given to individuals with physical disabilities living in poverty in Mexico arrived this week. - July 24, 2013 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Wildlife Control and Removal Business Opens in Madison WI
Brian Williams, a longtime resident of Madison, WI, realized his dream of opening his own wildlife control and removal business on July 15, 2013. Williams, owner of A All Animal Control of Madison, WI, developed a passion for hunting and fishing early in his life. With the support of his family,... - July 24, 2013 - A All Animal Control
Tickets Still Available for R&B Legend Keith Sweat in Concert Sept. 20 at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Dover Downs Hotel & Casino will host R&B/blues singer-songwriter Keith Sweat in concert on Friday, Sept. 20 at 9 p.m. in the Rollins Center®. A limited number of tickets are still available at $35 & $45. Sweat, the innovator of the New Jack Swing, has a host of notable hits... - July 24, 2013 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Independent Energy Solutions, Inc. to Install Photovoltaic System for Earthly Body
Independent Energy Solutions, Inc. (IES), a leading solar energy development and construction firm, announced today that they have been contracted by Earthly Body to install a roof-top solar electric (photovoltaic) system for its company headquarters located in Chatsworth, California. This project... - July 24, 2013 - Independent Energy Solutions, Inc.
Bankruptcy Strengthens Resolve to "Remodel" Detroit Neighborhood in Six Days
The City of Detroit bankruptcy has served only to strengthen the determination and enthusiasm of 5,000 volunteers who will come together next week to transform an entire 48-block Detroit neighborhood. - July 24, 2013 - Life Remodeled
Randall H. Wilson CPA/CFF/ABV, CFE, Cr.FA, DABFA, Director of Fraud and Fidelity Services and Partner, RGL Forensics to Speak at KC’s Accounting Fraud & SEC Investigation
The Knowledge Group / The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Randall H. Wilson CPA/CFF/ABV, CFE, Cr.FA, DABFA, Director of Fraud and Fidelity Services and Partner, RGL Forensics will speak at the Knowledge... - July 24, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Size Acceptance Organization, PLUS Positive (PLUS+) Hosts Official Launch Party & Silent Auction Fundraiser
Atlanta based organization, PLUS Positive (PLUS+) will host their official launch party for their forming non-profit organization to benefit plus size men and women. PLUS Positive’s (PLUS+) launch party will be held on August 10, 2013 from 5-9pm, featuring a silent auction, fashion show and... - July 24, 2013 - PLUS Positive
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $5,400 Grant to Hire, Train First Employee at Dog Tag Bakery
Innovative DC-based start-up committed to empowering combat-wounded veterans. - July 23, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
IEEE ICC 2014 to Explore “Communications: The Centrepoint of the Digital Economy” from June 10 – 14 in Sydney, Australia
“Call for Papers” Ends September 15, 2013 for Original Submissions Detailing the Latest Findings & Research in the Complete Range of Wireless and Wireline Communications - July 23, 2013 - IEEE Communications Society
Four Nazi Holocaust Survivors Speak Out in the Premier Screening of “Changing the Memory of Our Past into Hope for Our Future”
The need for this video was great, explained Sharon Halperin, Executive Director of Chapel Hill–Durham Holocaust Speakers Bureau, a child of holocaust survivors herself, who has witnessed so many survivors pass away, no longer being able to give testimony to the fact the holocaust did take place and just how horrific it was, “It is a period in history we should not be forgetting and the survivors have lessons they want to share with us because bullying and genocide is alive today, just as it...” - July 23, 2013 - Chapel Hill-Durham Holocaust Speakers Bureau
River Expeditions Announces the Coolest Party in August – Beach Party Blast
River Expeditions is excited to announce the coolest party in August, Beach Party Blast, on August 3rd, 2013. Guests can enjoy a weekend with friends and family, including white water rafting on the New River Gorge, and a fun and food filled cookout, all for a special price. - July 23, 2013 - River Expeditions
U.S. Gas & Electric Recognized as a “2013 Company of the Year” by The American Business Awards
U.S. Gas & Electric Recognized as a “2013 Company of the Year” by The American Business Awards - July 23, 2013 - U.S. Gas & Electric
Mobanu Reveals Patented Glycemic Threshold Calculator for Optimal Fat Burning Performance
Mobanu, an integrated fitness for life company, as released the patented Glycemic Threshold Calculator to the public. The breakthrough allows users to find their unique Glycemic Threshold, and thus maintain their body at the optimum fat burning range. - July 23, 2013 - Mobanu
Wombling Waste King Helps Haileybury Archives
Despite so many of us being familiar with The Wombles – making good use of the things that other people throw away – as a society, we still throw away valuable parts of our community heritage. - July 23, 2013 - Waste King
Fly Grand Canyon Helicopters for a Real National Park Experience
Summer is a popular time for Grand Canyon helicopter tours. Trips depart from Las Vegas, NV, and Tusayan, AZ. Types include air and landing. To get the best flight times and rates, it's best to book at least a week in advance or risk not getting a flight at all. - July 23, 2013 - Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours
Black Community Members with DC Troy Davis Call for Mass Economic Boycott in the Wake of Trayvon Martin Verdict
Local Black activists and community members with DC Troy Davis are calling for a mass economic "Black Out Our Dollars" boycott to take place from August 1, 2013 until February 26, 2014. - July 23, 2013 - DC Troy Davis
P.A.D.D. Petitions Atlanta’s Non-Profit Organizations to Help Fight Epidemics Affecting Our Youth
Atlanta based non-profit organization invites other Atlanta youth focused programs to join forces at the safety and mentor fair in offering after school alternatives and serve as a potential source of academic support and partially compensate for the inequities that plague our nation’s schools. - July 23, 2013 - Love From Afar
Style Up Co. Announces Launch of Gilt City Atlanta Campaign
Atlanta, GA based personal styling and image consulting agency, Style Up Co. is pleased to announce their new partnership with Gilt City Atlanta, running from Thursday, July 18th to Thursday, August 1st. Style Up Co. founder, Kaity Moreira, has firmly established her company as the new industry... - July 23, 2013 - Style Up Co.
Silver Retreats is a Full Service, Exclusive Corporate Retreats, Luxury Accommodation, Team Building and Motivational Speaking Company
Silver's approach is to provide an overall incredible retreat, catering to different groups based on size, purpose of the trip, and specific needs and requests. Silver eliminates the hassle and uncertainty from planning a trip, which will include the finest of dining, amenities, lodging, events, and everything else the area has to offer. No longer are multiple searches, calls, emails, etc. in an attempt to plan the perfect retreat. - July 22, 2013 - Silver Retreats
Autism Organization Beats Fundraising Record
Eden Autism Services’ 10th annual Eden Autism 5k Race and 1-Mile Fun Run, sponsored by Munich Re, took place on July 14th and shattered last year’s fundraising record with $165,000 in net proceeds. Held at the Princeton Forrestal Village, the event was filled with plenty of fun and... - July 22, 2013 - Eden Autism Services
Curtis L. Fisher, Member, Bass, Berry & Sims to Speak at KC’s ERISA Enforcement and Compliance: A 2013 Perspective Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Curtis L. Fisher, Member, Bass, Berry & Sims will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “ERISA Enforcement and Compliance: A... - July 22, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
David A. Lewis, Partner, Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP to Speak at KC’s Social Media for Attorneys and In Litigation: Hot Topics in 2013 and Beyond Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that David A. Lewis, Partner, Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Social Media for Attorneys and In... - July 22, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Drug-Free South to Present at Crime Forum for National Night Out
Drug-Free South, a chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, has been educating students on the harmful effects of drugs for years. Now they will be presenting their program during a Crime Forum for National Night Out. - July 22, 2013 - Drug Free South
John Rex Endowment Awards Two Grants to Assist with Nonprofit Capacity Building
Passage Home and Wake Education Partnership receive grants from the John Rex Endowment to support nonprofit capacity building. The John Rex Endowment has invested nearly $1.25 million since October 2009 to support capacity building for 29 local nonprofits in Wake County. - July 21, 2013 - John Rex Endowment
Blue Asset Management LLC Offers $8.2 Million in Performing Commercial Mortgage Loans for Sale
Blue Asset Management LLC is offering 27 commercial first mortgage loans with an unpaid principal balance of just over $8.2 million dollars. The loans are collateralized by commercial properties located in northern and central New Jersey. According to Charles Blumenkehl, President and CEO of Blue... - July 21, 2013 - Blue Asset Management
Revelations from an Oracle in a Tuscan Garden
Having learned the art of meditation, author Sandy Maroney encountered the oracle, Ariel, whose wisdom and knowledge are documented in "The Episodes: Excursions to Other Dimensions: A Spiritual Memoir." - July 21, 2013 - Association of Independent Authors
Sheltrex Promotes Youth Talent in Sports, Signs Up with India’s Top Squash Player Dipika Pallikal
Dipika Pallikal is the first athlete to join this Sheltrex sports initiative. - July 21, 2013 - Sheltrex Housing Pvt. Ltd.
Foxschimney.com Endows the Most Professional Chimney Cleaning Services Throughout Portland
Portland chimney cleaning experts, Foxschimney.com offers specialized and professional chimney cleaning, mechanical chimney cleaning, wood-burning stove cleaning, furnace flue cleaning and dryer vent cleaning services within budget. - July 21, 2013 - Fox's Chimney Sweeps
ONEflight International Helps Clients Save Money and Travel in Luxury When They Charter a Jet Through the ONEflight JETClub
Leading private charter jet brokers, ONEflight International are now helping thousands of professionals across the country to reduce their travel time and costs when they charter a jet for national and international air travel. The company’s ONEflight International JETClub offers members... - July 21, 2013 - ONEFlight International
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Offers Five Pet Summer Safety Tips
Statewide Veterinary Medical Group Discusses The Top Ways to Keep Pets Safe This Summer - July 21, 2013 - NCVMA
Arnold Family Challenge Gift Leads to Nearly $1.2 Million for Palmetto Health
Columbia businessman and philanthropist, Norman Arnold, recently issued a family challenge gift of $500,000 to Palmetto Health Foundation to benefit Palmetto Health Women’s and Children’s Services. Norman’s challenge was to match additional gifts dollar for dollar, up to $500,000. - July 21, 2013 - Palmetto Health Foundation
Pet Adoption Event at The Dave and Mary Alper Jewish Community Center
In an effort to increase community involvement and raise awareness of animal overpopulation, The Dave and Mary Alper Jewish Community Center in collaboration with Miami-Dade County Animal Services Department, will be hosting a pet adoption event. All adoption fees will be ½ off. This event... - July 21, 2013 - Dave and Mary Alper Jewish Community Center
Delaware Poker Championship III Guarantee $100,000 at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino Sept. 7
The Delaware Poker Championship® III tournament will take place on Saturday, Sept. 7 beginning at 11 a.m. in the Crown Royal® Poker Room. The prize pool guarantee is $100,000, the largest ever offered at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino. Multi-table super satellites for the tournament will... - July 21, 2013 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Ann Marie Butchko Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Ann Marie Butchko of Piscataway, New Jersey has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of insurance. About Ann Marie Butchko Ms. Butchko has over 20 years experience in the insurance field. She is... - July 20, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Brand Tango and Perspective Group Launch Brand Awareness Campaign
Perspective Group, a global PR & Multimedia company for the vacation ownership industry and Brand Tango, a comprehensive marketing, design, and technology company have collaboratively launched a brand awareness campaign to help inform companies operating within the timeshare industry of the... - July 20, 2013 - Perspective Magazine
Nashville Amnesty Group Receives Help from Neighbors to the South
Amnesty International is preparing for a statewide human rights conference at the end of September 2013, and is receiving support from the Southern Regional Office based in Atlanta, GA. - July 20, 2013 - Nashville Amnesty
St. Louis Real Estate Firm Casts Its Spell
The Mad Magician restaurant and bar opens its doors to downtown music lovers. - July 20, 2013 - Hilliker Corporation
Appalachian Trail Conservancy’s Summer Event Series Brings Music, Art, and Stewardship to Pennsylvania Trail Communities
With a focus on art, music, community and volunteer stewardship, the Appalachian Trail Conservancy’s Third Thursdays events are a terrific way to get to know and get involved with the Appalachian Trail. - July 20, 2013 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Six Last Minute Summer Vacation Tips for Families
Family Travel Expert from MiniTime.com Offers Tips for Finding Late Summer Deals - July 20, 2013 - MiniTime.com
Audubon International Names Associate Director of Advancement
Audubon International is excited to announce it has named Joseph Madeira the Associate Director of Advancement. Joe joined the team at its headquarters in Troy, New York on July 17, 2013. In this newly-created position, Joe will spearhead development, management, and implementation of strategic... - July 20, 2013 - Audubon International
Oil Price to Have Minuscule Impact on Growth of Renewables in Canada
Canada’s below-average growth of green power will not be affected by the future price of oil, according to forecasts from the US Department of Energy. - July 20, 2013 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)