State & Local Government News
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Less Than One Month Before ACA Deadline: What do North Carolinians Need to Know?
North Carolinians only have one month to enroll or re-enroll in quality, affordable health coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace. The fifth open enrollment period for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) ends December 15. During this open enrollment period, uninsured North Carolinians are able to select plans that fit their needs and budgets on the Marketplace. - November 17, 2017 - NC Get Covered
Jaha Howard to Take Bipartisan, Community-Driven Approach in Runoff
Local business owner and education advocate Dr. Jaha Howard has advanced to the runoff election for the 6th District of the Georgia State Senate and will continue to campaign as a solution-oriented candidate. Dr. Howard is committed to engaging citizens in an inclusive political process, as the... - November 11, 2017 - Dr. Howard for Georgia
Alex Wan Opens Headquarters for Runoff in Atlanta City Council President Race
Two-term City Councilmember goes into the runoff for Atlanta’s second-highest political office with HQ adjacent to Atlanta political institution. www.AlexWanForAtlanta.com - November 10, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
West Corporation Acquires ECaTS from TA Group Holdings
TA Group's Active Portfolio Sells a SaaS Market Leader. - November 08, 2017 - TA Group
West Corporation Acquires ECaTS from Direct Technology
ECaTS 9-1-1 Analytics SaaS Platform Grew from Direct Technology's BI & Cloud Expertise - November 08, 2017 - Launch Consulting Group
Causalius Partners with Virtual Rehab to Treat Patients Across the GCC Using Virtual Reality
Virtual Rehab expands its services offering to the Middle East region by signing an exclusive partnership with Causalius. - November 08, 2017 - Virtual Rehab
VeriPic Announces the Orion Collection of Police Body Worn Cameras
VeriPic announces the availability of the Orion Police Body Worn Cameras(TM). The Orion Body Worn Cameras are a collection of Body Worn Cameras that have features covering those customers that need simple to use budget cameras to those with demanding requirements that require the full range of features. All Orion Body Worn Cameras are 100% compatible with the VeriPic Digital Evidence Management(R) system for both Cloud and Local Server video evidence storage. - November 08, 2017 - VeriPic, Inc.
Mayor Gerald Williams, White Castle, Has a Passion for Creating Opportunity, Music and Entertainment to Raise Awareness
One mayor has a passion for creating opportunity, music and entertainment to raise awareness for causes like Sickle Cell Anemia, Breast Cancer Awareness and even creating safe Halloween experiences for kids. “BOO ON BOWIE was an Awesome! Success!,” the Mayor said. “No kids on the... - November 08, 2017 - Town of White Castle
Educators Address Needs of Bloomington Public School Students at Recent Event Supporting Beth Beebe for School Board
On Thursday, November 2nd, an intimate group of Beth Beebe for School Board supporters gathered to hear the candidate speak on the needs of Bloomington students as they prepare for entering the workforce and society. Beebe’s platform includes promoting the Career and College Academy to... - November 06, 2017 - Beth Beebe for School Board
Ops Tech Alliance, LLC Awarded GSA Schedule 70 Contract
Ops Tech Alliance, LLC (OTA) announced that the company was successfully awarded a prime GSA Schedule 70 Contract. - November 04, 2017 - Ops Tech Alliance, LLC
Demokra Technology Provides the 2017 Local Elections in Macedonia
The 2017 local elections in Macedonia are provided by Demokra management platform. Since 2006, the year when the State Election Commission of Macedonia (SEC) was formed as a permanent body, it uses the Demokra technology enabling transparency and reliability of the election results. - October 26, 2017 - iVote
"Buy The Block" the First Black-Owned Real-Estate Crowd Investing is on Its Way to Millions of Dollars in Funding for Property Development in Black Communities
Lynn, an entrepreneur, is the founder and CEO at Buy The Block. One of few black-owned platforms in the country that are geared towards making investing in real estate as a group easier, the movement is presently on its way to recording massive success in funding for diverse development projects... - October 25, 2017 - Buy The Block
New Online Platform Enables Citizens to Review and Grade Local Governments in Real-Time
At CityGrader, Members Can Post Grades and Reviews for City Employees, Municipalities and Counties - October 24, 2017 - CityGrader
Marlborough, Neighboring Communities Bid for Amazon HQ2
Marlborough leads I-495 belt communities in Amazon bid. - October 21, 2017 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
City of Norman Wins Annual Water-Tasting Competition at OWPCA Conference
The City of Norman wins big at OWPCA Annual Conference. Norman won the water-tasting competition, as well as 12 individual awards. The cities of Ada, Madill and Nichols Hills also received individual accolades. - October 18, 2017 - Rose State College
NYU and iGrad to Provide Financial Wellness Education for Diverse Student Population
New York University is empowering their students with invaluable financial wellness guidance via iGrad. - October 17, 2017 - iGrad
UWI’s ‘Happiness & Wellbeing’ Expert Shares Insights at the Urban Thinkers Campus 2017 in Dubai
United World Infrastructure (UWI), the Dubai and Washington-DC based firm that funds, develops and manages next generation cities, contributed to an expert panel discussion on Happiness & Wellness, at the 2017 Urban Thinkers Campus (UTC) held in Dubai. UTC is an initiative established by the... - October 17, 2017 - United World Infrastructure
Working KnowledgeCSP Receives FY18 Option Year Exercises on Multiple Contracts from the US Department of Transportation
Working KnowledgeCSP LLC, a CVE verified service disabled veteran owned small business (SDVOSB) with specialty expertise in federal acquisition management support and services, announced today that the US Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary of Transportation (OST), Office of the... - October 13, 2017 - Working Knowledge CSP
Buckhead Coalition Endorses Alex Wan for Atlanta City Council President
The Buckhead Coalition has endorsed Alex Wan, who is seeking the Atlanta City Council President seat after two successful terms on Council. www.AlexWanForAtlanta.com - October 07, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
MVPSF Receives the Largest Donation in Organization’s History Estate of Mountain View Resident Contributes $250,000
Thanks to the generosity of estate managers for long-time Mountain View resident Elizabeth Ruth Wallace, the Mountain View Public Safety Foundation has received its largest-ever donation - $250,000 to support and enhance public safety education in Mountain View. “We are grateful and excited... - October 05, 2017 - Mountain View Public Safety Foundation
Jail Achieves National Accreditation in Alabama
On October 1, 2017, Shelby County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) became the first jail in Alabama to undergo and successfully meet Accreditation requirements through the National Institute for Jail Operations (NIJO). The NIJO accreditation process requires agencies pursing accreditation to provide... - October 03, 2017 - National Institute for Jail Operations
Texas Trust CEO Named to Arlington Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors
Jim Minge, President and CEO of Texas Trust Credit Union, has been appointed to the Arlington Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Minge became part of the board at the annual chamber meeting and awards dinner on September 21. He will serve a one-year term with an annual renewal up to six-years. - September 30, 2017 - Texas Trust Credit Union
Eclipse WiFi Corp. Has Just Released New QuickNetCase®, a Quick Deploy Network Communication System so Desperately Needed by Those Located in Hurricane-Affected Areas
Eclipse WiFi Corp. launches QuickNetCase®, a Quick Deploy Network Communication Solution in an airline carry-on case. The QuickNetCase® will instantly bring urgently needed wired and wireless network communications back to entities in the Hurricane-Affected Areas. - September 29, 2017 - Eclipse WiFi Corp
Sprout Health Group Introduces First Responder Support Program in Sacramento
Healthcare management company, Sprout Health Group, (www.sprouthealthgroup.com) has recently introduced a new critical stress response program designed for first responders at their Cedar Point Recovery facility in Sacramento, CA. The group owns and operates drug and alcohol rehab centers, as well... - September 28, 2017 - Sprout Health Group
Atlanta City Council President Candidate Alex Wan Receives Highest Grade from Committee for a Better Atlanta
Alex Wan, who is seeking the Atlanta City Council President seat after two successful terms on Council, garners highest rating of "excellent" from influential group; was one of the top two scorers of all candidates who participated Citywide. www.AlexWanForAtlanta.com - September 26, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
City of Columbus Receives AAA Bond Rating from All Three Rating Agencies
The City of Columbus received a AAA bond rating from Fitch Credit Ratings, Moody’s Investors Service and S&P’s Global Ratings this week, the highest rating available. The rating means all three agencies consider Columbus to have exceptional credit-worthiness and can easily meet its... - September 26, 2017 - The City of Columbus
Marlborough EDC Reveals Ambitious Goals for City’s Future Development
MEDC looks to prioritize downtown revitalization, target modern amenities. - September 24, 2017 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
Cathy Robertson of T.E. Johnson & Sons, Inc. Elected to the North Carolina Association of Realtors Property Management Division Board of Governors
At the recent meeting of the North Carolina Association of Realtors (NCAR) Property Management Division (PMD), Cathy Robertson, ARM®, Vice President of T.E. Johnson & Sons, Inc. was elected for a 3 year term on the Board of Governors. The PMD serves as the governing body for the NCAR in all... - September 21, 2017 - T.E. Johnson & Sons
The International Public Safety Association Announces Open Registration for Its 2018 Conference in Tempe, Arizona
The 2018 IPSA Conference will convene public safety officials - law enforcement, fire, EMS, telecommunications, emergency management and allied emergency responders from around the United States and internationally. - September 20, 2017 - International Public Safety Association
Rare Equestrian Ranch VIP Retreat Designed by Manhattan Project Lead Physicist Hits Real Estate Market in LA Area
Very private, secluded and majestic Equestrian Ranch property. Not on MLS. "Spring Valley Ranch" is a hidden valley of 240 acres adjacent to 100,000 acres of Los Padres national forest preserve. This is an Eco Lux, completely self sufficient property scouted for it's location, abundance of water and meticulously designed by the lead physicist on the Manhattan Project. There is nothing like it and is ideal for nature enthusiasts, celebrities and VIP's wanting ultimate privacy and protection. - September 18, 2017 - Sotheby's International Realty
National Bar Association Statement on Acquittal of Former St. Louis Police Officer for Murder of Anthony Lamar Smith
"Anthony Lamar Smith has been denied justice in death, as he was in life," says National Bar Association (NBA) President Juan R. Thomas. - September 18, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
Five O'Clock Steakhouse Celebrates National Thank a Police Officer Day
Five O'Clock Steakhouse to serve a prime rib sandwich lunch to the officers and staff of Milwaukee Police District 3. - September 14, 2017 - Five O'Clock Steakhouse
VirTra Receives $2.6 Million in Contracts from U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security for Customs and Border Protection
VirTra simulators to be located at 35 major international airports, ports of entry and training facilities across the U.S. - September 14, 2017 - VirTra
Synagro to Highlight Offerings and Services at WEFTEC 2017
Synagro, the preeminent provider of biosolids and residuals solutions services in the United States since 1986, will highlight its offerings and services at WEFTEC* 2017, the Water Environment Federation's 90th Technical Exhibition and Conference, in Chicago, Illinois, September 30 to October 4,... - September 13, 2017 - Synagro Technologies, Inc.
PanLbilt Global Responds to the Recovery Effort to Return Residents to Permanent Houses in the Aftermath of Hurricane Harvey and Irma
Rapid Assembly Building Kits Accelerate Recovery after natural disasters. - September 07, 2017 - PanLbilt
Joann Payne, President Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Joann Payne of Fairfax, Virginia has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for 32 years in the field of government relations. About Joann Payne, President Joann Payne has spent the... - September 07, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
American Receivable Corporation - Special Rates for Houston
American Receivable Corporation is now offering special rates for Houston. American Receivable is Texas Proud and is currently offering special rates to businesses in Houston needing capital to recover from Hurricane Harvey. While there is so much that still needs to be done, some of these... - September 05, 2017 - American Receivable Corporation
National Bar Association Organizing Members to Support Hurricane Harvey Recovery Efforts Legal Experts Offer Guidance in the Face of Devastation
“We must call upon our lawmakers to heed the clarion call to action and make sure that they honor their duty to ensure that we have a federal budget that includes funding for FEMA as well as National Flood Insurance Programs. The NBA implores Congress to not play political games with the lives of those who have lost so much in life and property.” - NBA President Juan R. Thomas - September 03, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
MSL & Company Sponsors Harvard Real Estate Alumni Organization 2017 DC Panel Event
MSL & Company, LLC announced they will sponsor Strategies for the Preservation of Affordable Housing in the Global City, part of the Harvard Real Estate Alumni Organization (HREAO) event taking place September 28, 2017, from 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM, at Goulston & Storrs PC, 1999 K Street NW, Washington DC, 20006. - August 31, 2017 - MSL & Company, LLC
Group Benefit Services, Inc. Earns Inc. 5000 Designation
Inc. 5000 has ranked Group Benefit Services, Inc. (GBS) in the top 50% on their list of “America’s Fastest-Growing Privately Held Companies.” - August 30, 2017 - Group Benefit Services, Inc.
Forever Living Products, Global Arizona-Based Company, Calls for Donations to Forever Giving to Help Aid Hurricane Harvey Disaster Relief
Forever Living Products, LLC., an Arizona-based company with a local salesforce in Texas, is encouraging Arizona residents to help the Houston, TX area affected by Hurricane Harvey by donating to the charitable organization Forever Giving. - August 30, 2017 - Forever Living Products
Interpreters Unlimited, Inc. Wins Contract from the State of Georgia
Interpreters Unlimited, Inc. was awarded a language services contract with the State of Georgia Department of Administration Services to provide all state departments and agencies with document translation, verbal interpretation, and Sign Language interpretation services. Under the contract,... - August 26, 2017 - Interpreters Unlimited, Inc.
Alex Wan Qualifies for Atlanta City Council President's Race
Alex Wan officially qualifies for City’s second-highest office after two successful terms as a City Councilperson. www.AlexWanForAtlanta.com - August 25, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
Appointment of Chief Delivery Officer Intensifies LearningMate’s Commitment to Operational Excellence and Innovation
LearningMate Solutions, a leading provider of consulting, specialty content and technology services for the K-12, Higher Ed, Professional and corporate learning communities, announced the appointment of Nachiket Gune as Chief Delivery Officer. As Chief Delivery Officer, Mr. Gune will lead critical... - August 24, 2017 - LearningMate
GBS Appoints Michael “Mike” Calhoon as New Regional Marketing Director
Group Benefit Services, Inc. (GBS) has appointed Michael “Mike” Calhoon as its newest Regional Marketing Director (RMD) to accommodate the increased demand for GBS programs. Mike Calhoon joins GBS with nearly 33 years of experience in the employee benefits industry, having worked... - August 23, 2017 - Group Benefit Services, Inc.
Ecotone Named in The Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest Growing Private Companies - Ecotone Included in Honor List as #15 Among Top Environmental Services Companies
Inc. Magazine has ranked ecological restoration firm, Ecotone as #1834 in the 36th annual Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest growing private companies. Ecotone was also included in the Inc. 5000 Honors list as #15 amongst Top Environmental Services companies in the nation and as #24 amongst... - August 17, 2017 - Ecotone, Inc.
National Bar Association President Announces Affiliate Chapters to Provide Pro Bono Legal Services
In response to Trump retracting denunciation of white supremacist responsibility for Charlottesville tragedy, members of the National Bar Association (NBA) will not remain silent in the face of the clear and present danger presented by an apparent sympathizer of the white nationalist movement in the White House. - August 16, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
Care For Cops Hosts Twelfth Annual Charity Golf Shootout September 4
The Twelfth Annual Charity Golf Classic celebrates the great work of Georgia law enforcement officers and raises funds to support the families of those who have fallen in the line of duty. The Tournament includes raffle prizes, auction items, as well as long drive, closest to pin and putt competitions. - August 16, 2017 - Care For Cops, LLC.
National Bar Association Statement as Trump Evolves on White Supremacy and Hate – Two Days Later
NBA President, Juan Thomas states, "Trump's evolution in his anti-white supremacy position leaves reasonable doubt as to the truth of his conviction." - August 15, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
III% United Patriots of Virginia Condemns Political Violence
III% United Patriots of Virginia condemns political violence that happened at the Unite The Right Rally. - August 15, 2017 - 3UPVA