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Can Catastrophic Wildfire and Toxic Smoke be Controlled by Logging as Posited by Department of the Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke?
How can Secretary Ryan Zinke's logging solution address the root problem of depleted megafauna (deer) in the western United States that results in the prodigious grass and brush that kindle and fuel the majority of catastrophic wildfires devastating California and is leading to hundreds of billions in annual losses due to these wildfires. - August 13, 2018 - Wildhorse Ranch Productions
Media Moon President Patricio Aguilar Appointed to Sustainability Commission by Village of Hoffman Estates Mayor William McLeod and Board of Trustees
President of Hoffman Estates / Woodridge technology appointed Commissioner by Hoffman Estates Village Officials. - August 13, 2018 - Media Moon, LLC.
Announcement of Candidacy for Mayor of Chicago--Janice M. Hypolite, Accountant
This will announce the candidacy of Janice M. Hypolite for mayor of Chicago. - August 12, 2018 - JMH, Inc.
Coastal Drug Testing Opens Cape Canaveral Office
Coastal Drug Testing is pleased to announce that it has opened a drug and alcohol testing center in Cape Canaveral, FL located at 102 Columbia Drive, Suite 106 Cape Canaveral, FL 32920 for employers and individuals needing a drug or alcohol test. Testing hours are 7:30am to 7:00pm Monday through... - August 06, 2018 - Coastal Drug Testing
Datum Government Solutions Announces Contract Award Supporting the 78th Air Base Wing at Warner Robins Air Force Base for Technology Managed Services
Datum Government Solutions will now be supporting the 78th Air Base Wings technology managed services under a new task order and provide them with proactive and premier technological support enabling the center to enhance their warfighter capabilities. - August 02, 2018 - Datum Government Solutions
The International Public Safety Association Announces Open Registration for Its Fall 2018 Mass Casualty Incidents Symposium in Washington D.C.
The International Public Safety Association opened registration for its Fall 2018 Mass Casualty Incidents Symposium in Washington D.C. This timely and important event is a significant cross-disciplinary training opportunity for all public safety officials, from senior level executives to the first responders who arrive on-scene. - July 27, 2018 - International Public Safety Association
Nasrin Sheykhi: "Alien of Extraordinary Ability - The EB-1A Tour:" Iranian Caricaturist Will Debut Latest Artworks in Premier US Exhibition in New York
The Artist's Reception will be held Tuesday, July 24th at NoMo SoHo in lower Manhattan at 9 Crosby Street, from 6:30pm-9:30pm and NoMo SoHo will host a follow-on event on Saturday evening, July 28, 2018. - July 24, 2018 - Stevens Art Management
Daniel S. Konieczny Promoted to CEO, Direct Technology
One of Sacramento’s Fastest Growing Companies Gets a New Chief as Former CEO Rick Nelson Moves to Board of TA Group. - July 23, 2018 - TA Group
Alignment Simple Solutions Awarded Outstanding Achievement in Innovative Manufacturing 2018 EDPA Innovation Awards
In a true David verses Goliath moment, Alignment Simple Solutions, manufacturer of the QuickTrick portable wheel alignment and accessory product lines, was named the recipient of Outstanding Achievement in Innovative Manufacturing for the 2018 EDPA Innovation Awards over fellow finalist Airbus Americas, Inc. - July 17, 2018 - QuickTrick - Alignment Simple Solutions
Citizens Face Down Developer & City to Delay Wrecking Ball of National Historic Register Eligible Pink House and Secret Garden
Two-red-heads, a few blondes and a white-haired schoolmarm foil developer's plan to raze National Register of Historic Places eligible Pink House and Secret Gardens, created by nationally-renown artists Eleanor and Georges Bridges. - July 17, 2018 - Homewood, AL, Historical Preservation Society
ProcurePort Announces the Release of Spend Trend, an Enhancement to Its Spend Analysis Software Allowing Companies to Track Increase/Decrease in Spend Across Categories.
ProcurePort, leader in the enterprise SAAS software category for Online Procurement provides a combination of Cloud hosted sourcing software such as RFP Software, RFQ Software, Online Auction Software, Contract Management Software, Procure-to-Pay Software and Spend Analysis Software. An enhancement to the Spend Analysis Software with Spend Trend allows ProcurePort Clients to track increase and decrease in spend across suppliers, spend categories over monthly, quarterly, annual periods. - July 16, 2018 - ProcurePort
Angela M. Bell Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Angela M. Bell of Chicago, Illinois has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of government. About Angela M. Bell Angela Bell is a Clerk at the Circuit Court which is... - July 11, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
Datum Software™ Announces Re-Brand and New Website Launch for Datum Government Solutions™
Datum Software, a global leader in enterprise architecture, SOA, Application Optimizations, along with Project and Program management, announces today it’s re-brand and new website launch of the Government Solutions branch. This shift in Datum’s strategic initiative comes from a need... - July 10, 2018 - Datum Government Solutions
Northeast Sammamish Sewer & Water District: First Utility in Northwest to Install & Implement Earthquake Early Warning Technology Will Demonstrate System
Northeast Sammamish Sewer & Water District Demonstration of Shake Alert Earthquake Early Warning Technology - July 08, 2018 - Northeast Sammamish Sewer & Water District
Global4PL Receives the Exporter of the Year Award from American Express and the President’s “E” Award
First Company to Have Been Awarded Both Distinguished International Honors - July 05, 2018 - Global4PL
Florida Green Building Coalition Announces Expanding List of "Florida Green" Local Governments
The Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC), the leading certifier of green projects in the state, announced during the Florida Association of Counties annual conference in Orlando, that 10 counties have become "Florida Green" certified. Manatee County was Florida’s first... - July 01, 2018 - Florida Green Building Coalition
Media Moon President Patricio Aguilar Appointed as Hoffman Estates Park District Community Representative
President of Hoffman Estates / Woodridge technology company has been appointed as a community representative. - July 01, 2018 - Media Moon, LLC.
Grand Opening for the Four Bears Johnny Bird Veteran's Memorial Building
A grand opening ceremony for the newly constructed Four Bears Johnny Bird Veteran's Memorial Building will be held at 5 pm on Monday, July 2nd, 2018 at 2000 Chief Four Bears Ave., in New Town, ND. - June 29, 2018 - Four Bears Segment / MHA Nation
Government Contractors Association Installs a New President
The Government Contractors Association (GCA) is pleased to announce that as of July 1, 2018, Myra Cisse will take over as President of the organization’s Georgia operations. Myra Cisse has served the organization as a certification SME and the VP of Service Delivery since 2015. “It is... - June 29, 2018 - Government Contractors Association
Annie Serventi Krznarich Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Annie Serventi Krznarich of Goodyear, Arizona has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of government and with the Tohono O’odham Nation Tribe and... - June 27, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
New York Judge Green Lights Opioid Cost Recovery Litigation
In yet another landmark victory for the Napoli Shkolnik team, Judge Jerry Garguilo brushed aside a procedural motion and allowed the fight for fair compensation to go on. Paul J. Napoli is Co-Lead Counsel in the New York Opioid Cost Recovery Litigation. “The result itself was not too... - June 26, 2018 - Napoli Shkolnik PLLC
Florida Association of Counties Learn About Indoor Air Quality
Building health and efficiency on display at the Florida Association of Counties (FAC) Annual Conference & Education Exposition - June 24, 2018 - Pure Air Control Services, Inc.
Northern Ireland Takes Electoral Registration Online with Idox Elections
Northern Ireland citizens can now register to vote online thanks to the launch of a bespoke electoral system, specially designed by Idox Elections for the Electoral Office for Northern Ireland. - June 23, 2018 - IDOX
Friendship Public Charter School Acts in the Best Interest of Children and Families, Withdraws Request to Open Little Rock School a Year Early
“Difficult” decision is deliberately-intentioned; allows time for the nationally- applauded school to execute its proven plan for a world-class education for Little Rock’s children; also allows time for thoughtful responses to all questions - June 22, 2018 - Friendship Public Charter School
Woodfork Genealogy, LLC is Researching the History of the District of Columbia Fire Department
Woodfork Genealogy, LLC is Researching the History of the District of Columbia Fire Department in the 1950s and 1960s. - June 22, 2018 - Woodfork Genealogy LLC
The Alliance for Innovation and Public Health National Center for Innovations Release “Public Health Innovation Playbook"
Playbook’s Customizable Training and Tools Can be Used to Support Health Departments’ Innovation Projects. - June 14, 2018 - Alliance for Innovation
NC Realtor® Recognized Nationally for Protecting, Investing in Real Estate Industry
Local Realtor recognized for RPAC investment. - June 07, 2018 - T.E. Johnson & Sons
RockCyber, LLC Launch Announcement
A Cybersecurity Vision for Tomorrow RockCyber, LLC, a new cybersecurity and information technology company, is launching this month. RockCyber allows businesses to leverage a highly experienced cybersecurity executive to reduce organizational risk to revenue without breaking the bank and while... - June 06, 2018 - RockCyber, LLC.
Breaking: Lava Covers Coral Reef in Hawai’i as Local Filmmakers Try to Preserve Reefs Worldwide Through Their Short Film "Reefs at Risk"
Hawaii filmmakers will launch short film Reefs at Risk and reef safe sunscreen guide online for World Oceans Day on June 8th to educate the public about the effects of some sunscreen chemicals on coral reefs. Governor Ige will sign legislation to ban the sale of sunscreens with oxybenzone/octinoxate in Hawaii by Jan. 2021. In sad news, the filmmakers experience great loss today as lava covers their favorite coral reef in Hawaii. Some of their favorite shots were filmed at the Wai Opae tidepools. - June 06, 2018 - Fagan Films
Howard County District 1 Candidate Liz Walsh Proposes Legislative Plan of Action in Response to Repeat Flooding
Liz Walsh, civil engineer, construction lawyer, old Ellicott City resident, and Democratic candidate for Howard County Council, District 1, has published a Legislative Plan of Action Specific to Flood Mitigation in response to the recent repeat of devastating flooding in eastern Howard County, old Ellicott City particularly. - June 01, 2018 - Liz Walsh for District 1 Howard County
Fire Cam, Leading Supplier of Firefighting Camera Equipment, Has Acquired Blackjack, Provider of Light and Camera Mounts for Helmets
Veteran firefighters join forces to provide new products for emergency services departments. - May 30, 2018 - Fire Cam
Skatepark Non-Profit in Pequannock Sets Goal of $100,000 for Phase One of a Concrete Skatepark
Pequannock Skatepark Association, a non-profit 501C3, launched a fundraising campaign to raise $100,000 for a phase one of a concrete skatepark Designed by Pillar Design Studios. On February 27th, Pillar Design Studios presented the design for a concrete skatepark in Pequannock, NJ. Pillar Design... - May 26, 2018 - Pequannock Skatepark Association
Society Failing Foster Youth Despite Uptick in College Programs, Report by Watchdog Non-Profit First Star Institute
First nationwide study of over 600 public 4-year colleges finds inadequate services, aid. - May 24, 2018 - First Star Institute
Former Republican Governor Endorses Third-Party Candidate for Governor of Arizona
Former Republican Governor Bill Weld Endorses Candidate Kevin McCormick for Governor of Arizona. - May 24, 2018 - Kevin McCormick for Governor
Federal Benefits Information Center Managing Partner Speaks at United Postmasters and Managers Association State Convention
Research by the Federal government suggests a serious knowledge gap among Federal employees when it comes to understanding, measuring and maximizing their multiple benefit programs. To help close this gap, Dennis Edmonds, Managing Partner of the Federal Benefits Information Center... - May 22, 2018 - Federal Benefits Information Center
SkyePoint Decisions Designated Official V3-Certified Company
SkyePoint Decisions, Inc. (SkyePoint Decisions), a leading provider of Cybersecurity and IT Engineering Solutions headquartered in Dulles, Virginia has been designated as an official V3-Certified Company by the Governor of Virginia. The Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program provides education,... - May 18, 2018 - SkyePoint Decisions, Inc.
2030 Consulting Lands Contract with Leading Grant Management Technology Firm; Sean C. Winslow Named Interim Chief Operating Officer for Zip International Limited
Sean C. Winslow is busy these days. The 2030 Consulting LLC CEO was recently named interim Chief Operating Officer for the European Union’s leading provider of grant management software – Zip International Limited. Zip International Limited revolutionized the Hungarian... - May 16, 2018 - 2030 Consulting, LLC.
SolarCraft, North Bay's Solar Leader, CEO Ted Walsh and California Lt. Governor Gavin Newsom Discuss Energy, Economics & the Environment
The CEO of Novato and Sonoma-based SolarCraft, a leading provider of solar and clean energy solutions for homes and businesses, met with Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom to discuss challenges facing the state and North Bay region. The lunch, attended by local business and environmental leaders, was hosted by Donald Simon and Zach Wasserman of the law firm Wendell, Rosen, Black & Dean in Oakland, CA in support of Newsom’s campaign for governor. - May 10, 2018 - SolarCraft
International Public Safety Association Announces an Open Public Comment Period on Its Rescue Task Force Best Practices Guide
The International Public Safety Association is seeking public comments and recommendations on its Rescue Task Force Best Practices Guide Version I. All recommendations will be fully considered for adoption in Version II of this important publication that is influencing integrated public safety... - May 10, 2018 - International Public Safety Association
Release 2 Innovation Musubu.io Launches Industry First Threat-Intelligence-as-a-Service Offering
Release 2 Innovation, a recognized industry leader in network threat intelligence, today announced that Musubu is now General Availability (GA) and ready to protect enterprises large and small. Musubu is an API-based Threat-Intelligence-as-a-Service offering, the culmination of working with some of... - May 07, 2018 - Release 2 Innovation
Release 2 Innovation Named in CIO Applications Top 25 Cyber Security Companies of 2018 List
Release 2 Innovation, a recognized industry leader in network threat intelligence, today announced their recognition in the CIO Application’s 2018 list of the Top 25 Cyber Security Companies, identifying front runners in the cyber security industry. - May 05, 2018 - Release 2 Innovation
Fundraising Event This Weekend in Sleepy Hollow to Support Companions For Heroes
The Relief United Team, working with the Sleepy Hollow Board of Trustees has partnered with Companions for Heroes and Infield Media & Promotions to present a Fundraising Event called “Project Hero.” This event will directly benefit Companions For Heroes (C4H) and is being held this... - April 25, 2018 - Infield Media & Promotion, Inc.
Dr. Brandon Martin Appointed New President and CEO of Home Field 4 Champions/L.A.
Home Field 4 Champions has announced the appointment of Dr. Brandon Martin as their new President and CEO. He assumed responsibilities on April 23, 2018. - April 24, 2018 - Home Field 4 Champions
Emmanuele Spera (CEO) of NEXT Future Transportation Was Honored with the New Mobility Visionary Award at the Automotive Global Awards North America 2018 in Detroit
Emmanuele Spera, Co-Founder and CEO, NEXT Future Transportation received the prestigious New Mobility Visionary Award at the fourth Automotive Global Awards North America in Detroit. - April 19, 2018 - NEXT Future Transportation
IndieGo Publishing Announces the Release of "Joy Bliss This: A Teacher’s Journey," by William Quigley
“Joy Bliss This: A Teacher’s Journey,” by William Quigley, published by IndieGo Publishing, is the story of the people and events that have impacted the author’s journey as a teacher. He shares his story with soul-baring honesty, his failures as well as his joys and successes. In doing so, he hopes to provide a better understanding of kids, teaching, and education at a time when communities are struggling to define what makes these great - kids, and the ways we nurture and educate them. - April 17, 2018 - INDIEGO Publishing
Life’s Lessons Music Album by David Sample Donates 90% of Post Tax Sales to Gun Reform Efforts Stemming from Parkland, FL Shooting; Benefiting Orange Ribbons for Jaime
Life’s Lessons inspires us and entertains us as it calls us to a higher purpose. - April 16, 2018 - David Sample
CrossFlow Sponsored and Participated at HACK@CEWIT at Stony Brook University
The CrossFlow presentation by Dr. Yingchao “YZ” Zhang, titled “Sniffing the Network with CrossFlow,” showed students advanced traffic analysis. CrossFlow Software Inc., a leading provider of network application and business transaction performance management software... - April 10, 2018 - CrossFlow Software
UNEDA Files Brief in Sales Tax Supreme Court Case
The United Network Equipment Dealer Association (UNEDA) Board unanimously votes to fund an Amicus Brief with The Owners' Rights Initiative to the US Supreme Court in the South Dakota v. Wayfair case set to have hearings April 17th 2018. - April 06, 2018 - UNEDA
Relief Team United Hosts Fundraiser for Companions for Heroes April 27th at Kingsland Park in Sleepy Hollow, NY
Infield Media & Promotions has partnered with Companions for Heroes and The Relief United Team to present and promote a Fundraising Event called “Project Hero.” This event will be held on April 27th, 2018 at the Kingsland Point Park in Sleepy Hollow, NY. The event will be held from 5:30 to 10:00 PM. The Relief United Team has pledged 100% of the donations and profits will go directly to Companions For Heroes. - April 05, 2018 - Infield Media & Promotion, Inc.
Alexandria Realtor Goes "Green" to Address Neighborhood's Growing Interest in Healthy, Resource-Efficient Homes
Princess Realty Group’s Carol Dorsey, Associate Broker with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage has been awarded the National Association of REALTORS®' [NAR's] Green Designation. - April 04, 2018 - Carol Dorsey