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Free Small Business Certifications Classes in February
The Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) at ETSU and the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) will host two free Small Business Certification classes on Tuesday, February 21 from 9 – 11 a.m., at the Kingsport Chamber of Commerce, 151 E. - February 04, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Terrell Suggs, Dan Majerle Headline Future for Kids VIP Cocktail Party at Scottsdale’s Bungalow Bar & Grill
Bungalow Bar & Grill will host plenty of Valley sports celebrities including Terrell Suggs of the Baltimore Ravens and ASU Sun Devils and former Phoenix Sun Dan Majerle during the Future for Kids VIP cocktail party on February 16. In addition to Suggs and Majerle, other Valley sports stars... - February 04, 2012 - Bungalow Bar & Grill
Louisville Calligraphy & Art Announces Classes
Jan Hurst of Louisville Calligraphy & Art announces an upcoming series of classes sponsored by the Arts Council of Southern Indiana. These classes will be held at the YMCA in New Albany, Indiana and will be taught by Hurst, an award winning artist and calligrapher. - February 04, 2012 - Wedding Calligraphy by Jan Hurst
Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa, Lanagkawi, Named Amongst Malaysia's Top 25 Relaxation Spa Destination in the 2012 Tripadvisor Traveller's Choice Hotel Awards
Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa, Langkawi emerged as one of Malaysia’s Top 25 Relaxation & Spa Hotels by TripAdvisor in its 2012 Travellers’ Choice Awards. - February 04, 2012 - Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa, Langkawi
Bridal Show on Feb. 12 Features Industry Experts, Fashions and Door Prizes at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Dover Downs Hotel & Casino will present its Second Annual Bridal Show on Sunday, February 12, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Rollins Center Ballroom. Admission is free for brides and grooms and $5 at the door for all others. Brides may register at the show. The event will showcase wedding... - February 04, 2012 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Travel Industry Veteran Launches New Social Media Platform for Luxury Hotels Worldwide
Cal Simmons, a 35 year veteran of the travel industry, announced today a unique new platform allowing hoteliers to promote their properties through a series of social media outlets. - February 04, 2012 - Simmons Hotel Guides
NYC/LI NARI Remodeling Company/Companies Take Regional Honors
The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) announced the 151 Regional CotY (Contractor of the Year)TM Winners in the 2012 competition, of which, 12 winners are members of the NYC/LI Chapter, based in the Melville, NY area. Judging for the regional projects took place at NARI’s... - February 04, 2012 - The National Association of the Remodeling Industry
Available to Let Through Merjs Commercial Property Agent is a Well-Positioned Highly Prominent Corner Office Space in Hanover Square
Merjs offer the opportunity to let four floors of well-positioned office space located in Hanover Square, London, W1. - February 04, 2012 - Merjs Charted Surveyors
Eight Virtues Martial Arts Offering Inner City Kids Martial Arts Instruction
Eight Virtues Martial Arts is Working with Compton Heights Baptist Church to Offer Inner City Kids Martial Arts Instruction - February 04, 2012 - Eight Virtues Martial Arts
Arm The Animals Clothing Launches Exclusive Items to Begin Collaborative Fundraising Campaign on Kickstarter.com
The Upstart Charitable T-shirt Company is Offering Supporters an Opportunity to Collaborate on New Designs for Spring 2012 Line @ www.armtheanimals.com/fund. - February 04, 2012 - Arm The Animals Clothing
Love is in the Air: Bridge Walk Proposal at 851 Feet
A visit from a Pennsylvania couple to West Virginia's newest attraction, Bridge Walk 851 feet above the New River Gorge leads to a "yes" from Kolby Alsono to fiancee Ryan Shoplick after he proposes 851 feet above the river. - February 04, 2012 - Bridge Walk
New Website Identifies Top Fitness Business Franchise Opportunities
A new fitness business franchise website makes it easier to sort through franchise options. Now online at http://www.fitness-business-franchise.com/, the site provides a list of successful franchises. - February 03, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
The 2012 Common Ground International Book Fest Features a Legacy of Love Campaign at Shepherd University on Saturday, March 3rd in the Harpers Ferry, WV Area
Professor Patricia H. Lee, a faculty member of West Virginia University's College of Law, who directs the Entrepreneurship Law Clinic, will be a featured speaker during the 2012 Common Ground International Book Fest scheduled for Saturday, March 3, 2012 at the Shepherd University Wellness Center. - February 03, 2012 - Harambee Conference, LLC.
Maimah Karmo Named to Grio's 100 List for 2012
This list includes 100 individuals from across 10 professional fields that are making a difference in their communities and across the country. - February 03, 2012 - Tigerlily Foundation
Advocacy Group Warns FDA on New Hydrocodone Formulations
A consumer advocacy group has warned the FDA that new single entity, extended-release (ER) formulations of the opioid painkiller hydrocodone could bring on the next tidal wave of overdose deaths and addictions if approved by the agency. Advocates for the Reform of Prescription Opioids, Inc. (ARPO),... - February 03, 2012 - Advocates for the Reform of Prescription Opioids, Inc.
Beit Shemesh, Israel – Keren Ramat Beit Shemesh and Community Residents Create Foundation to Bring Peace Oversee City Projects
Keren Ramat Beit Shemesh Foundation includes members from all walks of life, advancing projects and initiatives to benefit neighborhood residents. Initial programs include The “Shalom Beit Shemesh" peace initiative. - February 03, 2012 - Keren Ramat Beit Shemesh
How to Help Homeless Animals While You Help Yourself: New Pet Sitting Service Now Available in Little Rock, AR
Cindra Smith is pleased to announce the opening of Point West Pet Sitting in Little Rock, AR. She will Love them when you have to leave them. Portion of profits used to help local homeless animals. - February 03, 2012 - Point West Pet Sitting
Mahlatini Has Now Added Cruises to Their Luxury African Travel Packages
There is now a new way to enjoy the sights and sounds of an African safari with Mahlatini. Mahlatini have broadened their travel portfolio by adding cruises to their holiday packages to South Africa. The organization has teamed up with a variety of cruise companies, the award winning Silver... - February 03, 2012 - Mahlatini
The Winner of the Mahlatini Safari Feedback Competition is?
Mahlatini, the UK’s leading luxury African travel experts has announced the name of the lucky customer who has won the latest African safaris feedback competition. - February 03, 2012 - Mahlatini
Australia's Ayers Rock Resort Commences Major Improvements
With a $20 million AUD investment from the Indigenous Land Corporation, Ayers Rock Resort will offer refurbished rooms, new convention center, aboriginal art gallery, indigenous employment program and spa and wellness center. - February 03, 2012 - Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia
Ann Carr Mackey, Shareholder, Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. to Speak at KC’s Understanding New IRS Rules in Filing Revised Form 5300 on 2/9/12
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, has announced today that Ann Carr Mackey, Shareholder, Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C., will speak at a 2-hour webcast: Understanding New IRS Rules in Filing Revised Form 5300 Live Webcast. Date of event: February... - February 03, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
The NC Center for Women in Public Service Hosts Panel on Engaging Women Leaders
Workshop Encourages Women to Serve in Public Office - February 03, 2012 - NCCWPS
First Ever Calendar Illustrates Black History in Paris, Published by Walking the Spirit Tours of Black Paris
Walking The Spirit Tours, who pioneered tours of historical and contemporary Black Paris, has published the first ever calendar illustrating the African-American experience in Paris. This educational, invaluable resource features original artwork by Texas-born expatriate artist Ealy Mays as well as key dates and informative historical summaries. - February 03, 2012 - Walking The Spirit Tours
FanChants.com New iPhone App - Over 10,000 Real Audio Football Chants and Soccer Songs for 500+ Teams
The No1 football chant website FanChants.com has just released a new free iPhone app - over 10,000 real audio football chants from 500 teams to play and listen to. Push alerts let fans know about their team’s new chants hot off the terraces, as well as daily Staff Picks of the best songs from other teams around the world. Users can upgrade the app to set songs and chants as ringtones and profile tones for their friends. - February 03, 2012 - FanChants Ltd
LUXURY Travel Company Offers Luxury Trips, Boutique Tours to Vietnam
LUXURY Travel Company is bringing the pleasure back into destination travel with a chic new “travel lounge” in the heart of Vietnam - Hanoi. - February 03, 2012 - LUXURY Travel Company
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines to Abolish 5% Online Booking Discount
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is to abolish the 5% online discount for guests booking cruise holidays direct via its company website www.fredolsencruises.com. - February 03, 2012 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Scottsdale’s Bungalow Bar & Grill Holds Kickoff Party for First Phoenix Cloocroo Event
Bungalow Bar & Grill will host the kickoff party for the increasingly popular Cloocroo game to be held in Scottsdale on February 18. Cloocroo is a game played by teams consisting of 5 to 8 players who are given a map or guide that contains cloos. The map shows 10 bars that each team must... - February 03, 2012 - Bungalow Bar & Grill
World Overcomers Christian Church Hosts Valentine’s Celebration on Friday, Feb. 10
Singles, Engaged and Married Couples Encouraged to Attend Festive Event - February 03, 2012 - World Overcomers Christian Church
Smith Applauds Hawaii Taking Step Forward on Kelsey's Law
Kelsey’s Law Helps Law Enforcement Locate People Who Are in Danger of Harm via Cell Phone Records - February 03, 2012 - Kelsey Smith Foundation
Deck Construction and Repair Company in Omaha, NE Hires Online Advertising Pro to Reach Homeowners
Superior Decks, Inc., a deck repair and construction company servicing the Omaha, NE, area has partnered with Prospect Genius, an online marketing company, to reach out to local homeowners in need of fence and deck restoration and installation. The move will help customers in need of professional... - February 03, 2012 - Superior Decks, Inc.
Dover Downs Hotel & Casino Announces Listing as Top Hotel, AAA Four-Diamond Rating
Dover Downs Hotel & Casino is proud to announce its ranking as the No. 3 hotel in Delaware in U.S. News & World Report’s 2012 Best Hotels rankings, released on Tuesday. U.S. News established Best Hotels to identify the top properties across the country and analyzed 1,548 luxury... - February 03, 2012 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Technology Services Pro in Phoenix Seeks to Better Serve Local Clients by Hiring Web Marketing Firm
Metro Computer Networks, LLC, an IT consulting and technical services company in Phoenix, Arizona, has recently hired Prospect Genius, a leader in local online advertising, in order to better reach and support clients in the region. With the assistance of Prospect Genius's Search Engine... - February 03, 2012 - Metro Computer Networks LLC
One Stop Green Highlights Partner Earthmate Lighting
One Stop Green offers 20% off on all Earthmate lighting products. Earthmate is the first lighting company entirely dedicated to global sustainability and manufactures energy saving, eco-sensitive CFL light bulbs designed to reduce electricity consumption, prevent greenhouse gases, and fight global... - February 03, 2012 - One Stop Green
Urban Suites Features Their Executive Suite in Calgary, "Riverfront" for Distinguished Business Travelers
Urban Suites is featuring the “Riverfront” suite on their website. The Riverfront is a 1350 square foot, luxury apartment that is located right next to the Bow River. The apartment has a view of the river and the Centre Street Bridge from the balcony. This luxury apartment features two... - February 03, 2012 - Urban Suites
Blankets and Throws Retailer Blanket America Promotes Its New Selection of High Thread Count Sheet Sets
American blanket manufacturer and charitable organization Blanket America is spotlighting its newly enhanced high thread count cotton sheet set lines. - February 03, 2012 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
Lou Bencardino and Bencardino Excavating Adds New Equipment and Expands Excavating Capabilities
Bensalem, PA. Excavation Company Buys New Equipment and Schedules Safety Training - February 03, 2012 - Bencardino Excavating
Sandlot Solutions, Inc. Names Joseph Casper Chief Executive Officer
Provider-Created Health Information Exchange Organization Welcomes Industry Veteran - February 03, 2012 - North Texas Specialty Physicians
Retraction of Press Release Dated Jan. 31, 2012: Dover Downs Hotel & Casino Announces Four Diamond Status, Listing as Top Hotel
The Jan. 31, 2012, press release titled “Dover Downs Hotel & Casino announces Four Diamond status, listing as top hotel” contained inaccurate information pertaining to a U.S. News & World Report of same date. The press release stated that “The report indicated that among... - February 03, 2012 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
LaRence Snowden Joins Houston Housing Authority Board of Commissioners
Mayor Annise Parker has appointed LaRence Snowden, Director of Programs and Adjunct Professor at Texas Southern University’s Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs to serve a two year term on the Houston Housing Authority’s seven member Board of... - February 03, 2012 - Houston Housing Authority
AquaGuard Systems Awarded 2011 Angie's List Super Service Award
AquaGuard Systems, Inc., Pittsburgh's premier basement waterproofing and foundation repair company, is the recipient of the 2011 Angie's List Super Service Award. This is the third consecutive year they have received this honor. The Angie’s List Super Service Award is given to companies who... - February 03, 2012 - AquaGuard Systems, Inc.
G Adventures Names New Regional Sales Manager
Adventure travel leader completes Canadian sales team with appointment in Eastern Canada - February 03, 2012 - G Adventures
Electric Tiger Productions Announces New Website and Company Name
Upon deciding to use the new name, a new website was crafted to alleviate previous problems with the site and to simplify the overall design. The introduction of the new name, Electric Tiger Productions, reflects a broader range of customer needs that have developed over time. Beyond providing web design services, photography, video, and social media services have been added as well. The expanded range of services will enable Electric Tiger to reach a broader community. - February 03, 2012 - Electric Tiger Productions
Mitutoyo Introduces World’s First 0.1µm Micrometer
Mitutoyo America Corporation introduces the first micrometer to offer 0.1µm resolution measurement. The High-Accuracy Digimatic® Digital Micrometer is available in a convenient, hand-held tool. - February 02, 2012 - Mitutoyo America Corporation
Garage Door Repair in Fort Lauderdale Now Provided by Gan Garage Door Service
Gan Garage Door Service is now open and providing garage door repair in Fort Lauderdale Florida. They provide 24/7 emergency garage door repair service and also free garage door repair quotes. - February 02, 2012 - Gan Garage Door Service
Celebrity Stylist to Share Money Making Weave Techniques with Aspiring Hair Stylists
Celebrity Stylist Beautii Joseph has teamed up with Atlanta Natural Hair Care, Inc. to share her high quality weaving techniques with aspiring stylists. Beautii J. has provided natural hair and weaving services to numerous celebrities and can been seen on The Real Housewives of Atlanta. - February 02, 2012 - Atlanta Natural Hair Care
Prominent New Yorkers Come Together in Charity for Africa
Seeds of Africa Fund celebrity fundraiser with a Valentine spin on auction will be held in New York City during fashion week. Celebrity and Societies are coming together to help raise funding for the Seeds of Africa Knowledge Center. - February 02, 2012 - Seeds of Africa Fund
Green Houstonians Get Big Discounts on Organics for Recycling
Recycle Bank now partnering with Central City Co-op to reward participating recyclers in the Houston area. - February 02, 2012 - Central City Co-op
IJIS Institute Publishes New White Paper
FBI CJIS background check process for contractor personnel. - February 02, 2012 - IJIS Institute
Major Appliance Repair Service in Kissimmee Hires SEO Team to Reach More Florida Homeowners
Osceola Refrigeration & Major Appliance Service, Inc., a full-service appliance repair and tree removal contractor in Kissimmee, is pleased to announce its new lead generation program developed by Prospect Genius, an online advertising firm. Designed to enhance the Internet presence of this... - February 02, 2012 - Osceola Refrigeration & Major Appliance Service, Inc
PraisePhotoSlideshows.com is Offering a Launch Discount on Converting Your Photos Into Videos
It is now easy to turn your precious photos into videos at discount rates, and you can preserve them as treasures forever. - February 02, 2012 - PraisePhotoSlideshows.com