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Huntington Beach High School District Board Candidate Edward Pinchiff Announces Support of New Heroin and Drug Policies
Edward Pinchiff is supporting new anti-drug policies to address the heroin and other drug problems in the Huntington Beach High School District. - October 30, 2012 - Campaign to Elect Edward Pinchiff to Huntington Beach City Council
The Ladder is Always There: Join VIDA and Guests for Cocktails and Conversation on November 9, 2012
VIDA – Women in Literary Arts is pleased to host “The Ladder is Always There: Join VIDA and Guests for Cocktails and Conversation” on Friday, November 9, at New York University’s Lillian Vernon House. The event is free and open to the public. Panelists and guests are... - October 30, 2012 - VIDA
Free2Luv, Global Nonprofit Dedicated to Ending Bullying and Spreading Love, Offers Bullying Solution
In celebration of their first anniversary, Free2Luv, a global nonprofit organization dedicated to ending bullying, spreading love and stopping hate, will release Free2Luv Anthem single November 15, 2012 to raise funds for their bullying prevention program. This much anticipated song celebrates Everyone's individuality and freedom to love both themselves and others. The Free2Luv Anthem is an upbeat, dance tune written by award-winning hip hop artist, Saidat & performed by Saidat and Gabbie Rae. - October 28, 2012 - Free2Luv
Macular Degeneration: National Seminar Series
The Macular Degeneration Association (MDA) is pleased to announce a partnership with several national organizations in order to put together a series of free educational seminars around the country. - October 28, 2012 - Macular Degeneration Association
Wood County Schools in West Virginia to Implement Lions Quest Positive Youth-Development Program Across District
More than 12,000 Wood County, W.Va., students from 21 schools are set to benefit from Lions Quest, a kindergarten through 12th-grade life skills and positive youth development program. The district-wide implementation of Lions Quest is part of a three-year partnership between Wood County Schools... - October 28, 2012 - Lions Clubs International Foundation
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Releases Podcast on Pet Euthanasia
Dr. Brenda Stevens Discusses the Process and Options for the End of a Pet’s Life - October 28, 2012 - NCVMA
New Washington Student Mountain Bike League Gives Middle and High School Students a Fun Way to Get Active Outdoors
Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance is launching the Washington Student League next month to get more middle school and high school aged kids active outdoors and in the woods riding bikes. Kids are welcome to participate even if the have no desire to race. The league includes leadership and stewardship components as well. - October 27, 2012 - Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance
Winners of the 2012 GeoPlace Exemplar Awards Are Announced
After a highly competitive judging procedure, the 2012 Exemplar Awards for local authority service delivery have been announced. - October 27, 2012 - GeoPlace
Taxspecialists.com is the First International Network Dedicated to Professional Tax Experts
It gives extreme pleasure to announce the new release of a Network dedicated to Professional Tax Experts, Taxspecialists.com. The TaxSpecialists Network is a new design platform allowing visitors from around the world to search and find tax professionals to suit their individual needs. - October 27, 2012 - IPNS-Taxspecialists.com
Building Peaceful Families Named Beneficiary of Whole Foods Market Campbell "Nickels for Nonprofits" Program
Whole Foods Market in Campbell has named BPF the beneficiary of their Nickels for Nonprofits program for the entire holiday season. Through January 20, 2013, each time a customer donates the nickel they would otherwise receive for using their own bag, that nickel will be passed along to support BPF. - October 27, 2012 - Building Peaceful Families
WFIO Seeks New Staff Members Including Photographers and Photojournalists
Unique opportunities exist within this distinguished and prominent non-profit newswire, and at this time jobs and careers are available for both trainee and staff photographers, photojournalists and more, nearly anywhere in the world. - October 27, 2012 - WFIO
Free Media, Advertising, and Publicity Solutions for Non Profit Organizations Through WFIO
Providing NGOs a unique avenue to broadcast their work and accomplishments through mass media, including television, newspapers, magazines and websites, without cost to the organization. - October 27, 2012 - WFIO
Church Chair Manufacturers Compete for Church Business
The Save Your Church Money network today announced the release of their latest platform to save churches dollars - Church Chair Finder (www.ChurchChairFinder.com). Church Chair Finder allows churches to fill out a quick survey and have church chair manufacturers send them free quotes. - October 27, 2012 - Save Your Church Money
Watch Video of Rolando Making Commercials for Colored Rocks Success Calendar
Colored Rocks Unveils 2nd Video in “The Rolando Series” – to Promote 2013 Success Calendar - October 27, 2012 - Colored Rocks Foundation, Inc.
IRS Grants The Black Transmen, Inc Organization 501(c)(3) Tax Exemption
“BTMI’s tax-exempt status opens doors to many new possibilities for our fast growing organization, including funding to propel many of our robust empowerment programs,” stated BTMI President Carter Brown. “Donors and funders will be delighted to see their support bring a confirmatory yield with the positive changes we are making in individual lives nationally, daily.” - October 26, 2012 - Black Transmen, Inc
Foundation for a Drug-Free South Kicks Off Red Ribbon Week at Local Health Fair
The Foundation for a Drug-Free South kicked off Red Ribbon Week festivities by participating in a neighborhood health fair. - October 26, 2012 - Drug Free South
Solar Planet Boosts Community Impact with a New Solar Referral Network
Solar Planet (www.solarplanet.net) is refreshing their focus in the renewable energy marketplace with a shift from education to action. Solar Planet is your solar source for installation, education, and inspiration. - October 26, 2012 - Solar Planet
NAFI Headquarters the 40th Chapter of the IMC Club
NAFI and IMC Club announced the founding of the NAFI Headquarters Chapter to promote instrument flying, proficiency and safety. It is the IMC Club’s 40th Chapter nationwide and 10th since its presentation at the AirVenture 2012 in Oshkosh, WI. - October 26, 2012 - IMCClubs.org
Apex Chamber Board of Directors Endorses Wake Tech Facilities Bond
The Apex Chamber Board of Directors endorses the 2012 Wake Tech Facilities Bond and encourages voters to approve it on November 6th. - October 26, 2012 - Apex Chamber of Commerce
Eden Autism Services Florida Names Debby Lasek Advocate of the Month
Award recognizes people and organizations who are advocates for autism by increasing awareness, raising funds or providing leadership in support of autism. - October 26, 2012 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Social Good Network Successfully Closes Funding Round
Social Good Network successfully closed its seed series investment round today, raising $374,000. The round was oversubscribed and increased to accommodate demand. - October 26, 2012 - Social Good Network
AmpleHarvest.org Receives $50,000 Grant from Newman's Own Foundation
Grant Award as Part of Nutrition Initiative - October 25, 2012 - AmpleHarvest.org
Business & Education Partnership: Focus of VCEDA's 42nd Annual Business Outlook Conference
"Business and Education: A Partnership for the Future" is the theme of the 42nd Annual Business Outlook Conference (BOC) presented by the Ventura County Economic Development Association (VCEDA). The conference will be held Wednesday, November 7 from 8:15 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Ventura... - October 25, 2012 - Ventura County Economic Development Association
Addison County Economic Development Corp. Announces Companies to Watch Awards Nominations Now Open
Addison County Economic Development Corporation to recognize local companies leading the way and having an impact in their communities with new Companies to Watch awards - nominations close Nov. 19, 2012. - October 25, 2012 - Addison County Economic Development Corporation
Richard Dayton Schulte Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Richard Dayton Schulte, of Los Angeles, California, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of e-Commerce. About Richard Dayton Schulte Richard Dayton Schulte is Owner of... - October 25, 2012 - Strathmore Who's Who
YouMeBPD.com Takes on Mental Health Malpractice During Mental Illness Awareness Week 2012
As part of Mental Illness Awareness Week 2012: Oct. 7-13, 2012, the blog "YouMeBPD.com," brought attention to mental health malpractice. - October 25, 2012 - YouMeBPD.com
WFIO TV Goes Global
WFIO TV announces a major expansion into global markets, initiated across Asia with demand growing faster than resources allow. - October 25, 2012 - WFIO
Maritime Researchers Prepare New York City and Boston for Flooding
In New York City and Boston alone, billions of dollars of urban infrastructure lie less than 4 meters above sea level, leaving the cities and its residents susceptible to coastal flooding and storm surges. Rising sea levels caused by climate change makes the two major metropolitan cities even more... - October 25, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Living Plant Wall Helps Win Best Scenic Design Emmy Award for "The Nate Berkus Show"
Floral design expert, Trish O'Sullivan, was instrumental in creating the Emmy award-winning "Nate Berkus Show" set for its 2010 and 2011 seasons with an eco-friendly, green living wall. - October 24, 2012 - Trish O'Sullivan Design Group
An Unprecedented and Trenchant Cocktail in Social Networking
DebateAfriKa.com is a social network/news/fora/blog site. - October 24, 2012 - Debate Afrika dot com
Save the Michaels, ARPO, Other Advocacy Groups Protest FDA Failure to Protect Americans from Painkillers
On Monday, October 29, 2012 consumer advocacy groups from across the U.S. and Canada will stage a protest at the FDA’s White Oak campus in Silver Spring, Maryland to target FDA’s failure to protect Americans from harms associated with prescription painkillers. Over the last decade, the... - October 24, 2012 - Advocates for the Reform of Prescription Opioids, Inc.
Technological Breakthrough Promises Safer Medical Implants
Dr. Mathew Libera awarded patent for innovative technology that repels bacteria, delivers localized antibiotics, and assists bone cell adhesion, sparing patients further surgery to replace an infected implant. - October 24, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Organic Recycling Start-Up Launches $100K Crowdfunding Campaign
Organic waste recycling start-up, Re-Nuble, has launched an aggressive $100,000 crowdfunding campaign to finance its mission of redefining the meaning of waste – starting with the nation’s capital. - October 24, 2012 - Re-Nuble
Robin C. Hesler Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Robin C. Hesler, of Brantford, Ontario, has recently been recognized as a Round Table Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Healthcare. About_Robin C. Hesler Dr. Robin C. Hesler is President and CEO of the Ontario... - October 24, 2012 - Strathmore Who's Who
Norman L. Sims Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Norman L. Sims, of Pontiac, Michigan, has recently been recognized as a Lifetime VIP member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Law. About Norman L. Sims Norman L. Sims is an Attorney and Shareholder in the firm of Dobrusin... - October 24, 2012 - Strathmore Who's Who
Treasure Island Management Ltd. Announces New Chairman of the Board, Mark M. Moskowitz
Treasure Island Management, Ltd., a Belizean corporation, has appointed its new Chairman of Board, Mr. Mark M. Moskowitz - October 24, 2012 - Treasure Island Management, Ltd.
The Toral Family Foundation Has Launched a Statewide Essay Contest in Recognition of Florida’s Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week That Takes Place from November 11-18
Toral Family Foundation Launches Essay Contest in Recognition of Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week. - October 22, 2012 - Toral Family Foundation
Newer Media Platforms Mean More TPMs, Says Content Industry
Digitalisation will transform the Indian entertainment and content industry such that consumers can obtain their favourite shows wherever they are and on whatever device. As a basis, Technological Protection Measures (TPMs) need to be recognised and protected under the law. This was the conclusion of the panel of content industry stakeholders, presented by the LA India Film Council and Centre for Content Promotion at FICCI's Media and Entertainment Business Conclave, Chennai, Oct 17. - October 22, 2012 - Centre for Content Promotion
DCIA & CCA Announce INVESTING IN THE CLOUD Speakers
Trade Associations Serve Industry’s Explosive Growth with Three Co-Located Conferences at Strategic Business Summit. - October 21, 2012 - Distributed Computing Industry Association
DCIA & CCA Announce BROADBAND NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE Speakers
Trade Associations Serve Industry’s Explosive Growth with Three Co-Located Conferences at Strategic Business Summit. - October 21, 2012 - Distributed Computing Industry Association
Friends of the Valley Wins “Shaping the Destiny of Kenya” Award
Friends of the Valley, a charitable program sponsored by United Charitable Programs (UCP), was recently recognized for their humanitarian efforts in Kenya by the Embassy of the Republic of Kenya - October 21, 2012 - United Charitable Programs
Clean Technology Council Hosts Presentation on How to Grow Your Business in Tough Economic Times
Keynote speaker’s organization helped create 67,098 new jobs in 2011. - October 21, 2012 - Clean Technology Council
EMRC and PanAAC Call Industry Leaders and Civil Society to Partner for the AgriBusiness Forum 2012 as Africa’s Agri-Food Sector Becomes Essential for Global Development
Public – Private Partnership given key role in future of Africa’s agricultural sector to ensure long-term development. - October 21, 2012 - EMRC International
Cooperation Agreement Signed Between EMRC and the Bamanga Tukur African Center for International Trade and Development to Further Agricultural Development in Africa
Nigeria and EMRC agree terms in preparation for the upcoming AgriBusiness Forum 2012. - October 21, 2012 - EMRC International
Colored Rocks Opens 2013 Competition to Award $5,000 in Prizes to Male Students of Color
The Colored Rocks Foundation has announced it is now accepting applications from Georgia’s high school male students of color who want to be considered for the 2013 Colored Rocks Prize. The second annual competition opens October 20, 2012. Once again, the Foundation will award $5,000 in prize... - October 21, 2012 - Colored Rocks Foundation, Inc.
Apex Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Businesses and Citizens at Annual Awards Ceremony
The Apex Chamber of Commerce has recognized two local businesses for their outstanding commitment to the Apex community, and two citizens were celebrated following years of service and stewardship to their town. The Awards were presented at the Chamber’s Annual Awards Ceremony on October 11th... - October 21, 2012 - Apex Chamber of Commerce
Action Party of Morton Grove Announces Slate of Candidates for 2013
The Morton Grove Action Party proudly announces its slate of candidates for the upcoming 2013 municipal election. Five seats on Morton Grove’s Village Board will be on the April ballot: Village President, Village Clerk, and three Village Trustee positions. The Action Party, a grassroots... - October 20, 2012 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Appalachian Trail Long-Distance Hiking Workshop
The Appalachian Trail (A.T.) is one of the longest continuously marked footpaths in the world, measuring roughly 2,180 miles in length. This one-day workshop will provide information and tips to hikers of all experience levels who are considering hiking the A.T. - October 20, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Releases Podcast on Animal Ear Infections
NCVMA President Dr. Scotty Gibbs Explains That Ear Infections Often Indicate More Serious Conditions - October 20, 2012 - NCVMA
Toastmasters International President Visits Local Bridgestone Babblers Club
John Lau, President of Toastmasters International, visits the Toastmasters International Bridgestone Babblers Club at their weekly meeting. Mr. Lau will be in Nashville to attend the Toastmasters International District 63 Fall Conference, October 19-20, as Keynote Speaker. His visit to the Bridgestone Babblers Club meeting took place on Thursday at 12:00 p.m. at the Bridgestone Americas, Inc. corporate office located in Nashville. - October 20, 2012 - Toastmasters International Bridgestone Babblers Club