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National Bar Association (NBA) Alarmed by the Sheer Depravity of the Actions of White Supremacists
The National Bar Association today issued the following statement about the tragic events which occurred in Charlottesville, VA. - August 14, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
STT Next Gen Dynamic Encryption Demonstrated at 2017 Verizon OCR
STTarx demonstrated the uninterrupted network communications and ease of changing traditionally difficult network security policies on the fly, from security zones to dynamic Virtual Private Network (VPN) encryption ciphers rotating as fast as once per second, all while under cyber-attack. STT remains proud to have empowered the event participating first responders and Verizon's Head of Network & Security Innovation Programs, Jeff Schweitzer, in the next generation Software Defined Perimeter. - August 14, 2017 - STT LLC
Juan R. Thomas Sworn in as 75th President of National Bar Association
Reigniting a commitment to civil rights and social justice in these precarious times at the center of new leader’s platform - August 12, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
ePIPE® Team Awarded U.S. Patent for Application of an “In-place” Coating to Protect Drinking Water Pipes Against Corrosion and Leaks
ePIPE has been awarded another patent that provides protection against leaks and the harmful effects of corrosion that can result in lead and copper leaching. - August 12, 2017 - Pipe Restoration Technologies, LLC
National Bar Association Congratulates Member Rosalyn Henderson Myers on Winning South Carolina Democratic Nomination
The National Bar Association congratulates NBA member Rosalyn Henderson Myers on her successful Democratic primary runoff campaign for the South Carolina House of Representatives. “As a friend and colleague, it provides me with great pleasure to personally congratulate Rosalyn on her... - August 11, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
Satellite Internet Helps Transmit Vital Earthquake Warning Data
Satellite Internet helps transmit vital earthquake warning data. John Whitford Communications has contracted with the USGS to upgrade out of date earthquake monitoring sites in California. The sites are used for the earthquake early warning system. - August 09, 2017 - John Whitford Communications
Georgia Equality Endorses Alex Wan in Race for Atlanta City Council President
Wan again gains support of statewide organization as he seeks Atlanta’s second-highest office after two successful terms as a City Councilperson. - August 09, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
Guy E. Griscom, CAE Recognized as a Most Distinguished Retiree by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Guy E. Griscom, CAE of Conroe, Texas has been recognized as a Most Distinguished Retiree by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of county government services. About Guy E. Griscom, CAE Mr. Griscom is currently retired after... - August 05, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Pelzer for Congress Holds Announcement Rally
Pelzer: This is not the start of a political career--it’s the end of business as usual. - July 24, 2017 - Pelzer For Congress
Families Advocating for Campus Equality Agrees that Sexual Assault Procedures Need Revision; Victim Protections Not Threatened by Reform Efforts
Families Advocating for Campus Equality (FACE) commends the New York Times for publishing an Op Ed last Friday by respected journalist Cathy Young disputing the false narrative that FACE and Department of Education Secretary Betsy DeVos seek to weaken protections under Title IX for victims of... - July 24, 2017 - Families Advocating for Campus Equality
Small Town Mayor Seeks New Businesses to Take Part in Economic Development Process
Mayor Williams of White Castle, La wants to work with businesses to secure funding for the purchase of existing empty buildings and offer incentives to bring in doughnut shops, bakeries, coffee shops, upscale lofts, apartments, retail centers, shopping malls, and most importantly mentoring programs for the youth. - July 22, 2017 - Town of White Castle
LightGuard Systems® Continues Lighting the Way for Enhanced Crosswalk Safety with Newest Model of Smart Crosswalk™ Automatic Pedestrian Detection Bollard
The crosswalk safety and traffic calming device tech leader makes improvements to its automatic pedestrian-activated infrared bollard system with new NightGuide™ and customizable branded logo light embellishment. - July 21, 2017 - LightGuard Systems, Inc.
Longtime State Rep. Managing Atlanta City Council President Campaign
Atlanta native Doug Teper to serve as campaign manager for Alex Wan, who is running for Atlanta City Council President. www.AlexWanForAtlanta.com - July 18, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
New Pipe Support Barrier Reduces Corrosion and Installation Costs
Lift-Off Pipe Supports, a Lake Charles, Louisiana Company, has recently successfully designed, manufactured and installed their new "LOR" range of pipe supports with excellent results (according to the installers and pipeline company owners). - July 14, 2017 - Lift-Off Pipe Supports
30-Year-Old EPA Wetlands Case Takes Favorable Turn for Aggrieved Pennsylvania Farmer
The Kogan Law Group, P.C. Reports How a Federal Court’s Reopening of a 1990 EPA-Farmer Wetlands Case for New Discovery and the Filing of $8 Million of Administrative Claims Against the Government May Facilitate the Resolution of a Very Costly Legal Dispute. - July 12, 2017 - The Kogan Law Group, P.C.
Africa Water Wells Fundraising for 2 Additional Water Wells for 2 Schools for the Deaf in Sotik, Kenya
Africa Water Wells, founded by Sandy & Bud Mulcahy, has expanded their mission beyond clean water to include free AA and medical care, women's empowerment programs, and donated used laptops to primary schools in and around Sotik. They are now fundraising for additional water wells including two for Schools for the Deaf without access to clean water in Sotik, Kenya. - July 12, 2017 - Lee Mulcahy
Continued Strong Financial Backing for Alex Wan’s Atlanta City Council President Campaign
Two-term City Councilperson Alex Wan draws support from broad cross-section of residents across Atlanta in bid for City’s second-highest office. - July 10, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
Joann Payne, President Recognized as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Joann Payne of Fairfax, Virginia has been recognized as a Woman of Excellence 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 last three... - July 07, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Award-Winning Healthcare Industry Executive, Mr. Philip Fasano, Joins Virtual Rehab Advisory Board
Virtual Rehab further strengthens its Advisory Board team with the addition of top C-Level healthcare industry executive. - July 05, 2017 - Virtual Rehab
Lamplugh Talks Firefighter Health & Wellness: Radio Show Goes to the "Frontline"
For years Mark Lamplugh has been the “voice” for the treatment of responders when dealing with critical stress, PTSD, and addiction issues. Now, that voice can be heard on one of the first online radio shows dedicated to the health and wellness of firefighters and emergency services... - June 30, 2017 - Sprout Health Group
PA U.S. Senate Candidate to be Opening Keynote Speaker at Rally in Gettysburg, Pa on July 1, 2017
Andrew Shecktor, running for U.S. Senate in 2018, will be the opening speaker at a rally to be held on the battlefield in Gettysburg, PA to be held Saturday, July 1, 2017. - June 29, 2017 - Andrew Shecktor For Congress
WK Dickson Expands to Greenville, SC
WK Dickson, & Co., Inc. is opening a new regional office in Greenville, SC. The new Greenville location will allow WK Dickson to better serve existing and future clientele in upstate South Carolina and serve as an extension of the services offered by our Columbia and Charleston, SC... - June 28, 2017 - WK Dickson & Co., Inc.
Artist Alexey Steele Brings Inspiring Message, Celebrates Unsung Hero of Urban Neighborhood Through Public Art
New Life-Size Painting of 75-Year-Old Gardener Unveiled at New Gallery in Impoverished Scottsdale Section of Carson. - June 26, 2017 - Alexey Steele
Concealed Carry Weapons Training for Elected Officials
As a community service and in the interest of promoting firearm safety, In-Gauge of Polk County, a private, non-profit, NRA affiliated club specializing in firearm training will be conducting specialized concealed carry/handgun safety training for elected officials and political candidates. - June 22, 2017 - In-Gauge of Polk County
John A. Jarrell Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
John A. Jarrell of Kinston, North Carolina has been recognized as a Professional Of The Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements for over 30 years in the field of city government. About John A. Jarrell Mr. Jarrell is the City... - June 20, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Ibis Enterprises and Ohlson Lavoie Collaborative Join Forces to Launch The Wellness Hub
Ibis Enterprises (IBIS) and Ohlson Lavoie Collaborative (OLC) are pleased to announce The Wellness Hub. This innovative model addresses the healthcare challenges facing small communities where hospitals may be closing and lack of accessible convenient health care services is becoming a major... - June 15, 2017 - IBIS Enterprises
Wisconsin Healthcare Leaders Oppose Chiropractor Bill
A broad coalition of child health advocates oppose Wisconsin's proposed AB 260, which would mandate schools and colleges accept physical exams completed by chiropractors. These 19 physician organizations, other health care providers, health systems, academic centers and other parties say clearance to play should be determined by screening in the primary care office. - June 12, 2017 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Kontron and SQLstream Introduce Joint ITS Solution in 6.29 Webinar for Transportation Operators
Kontron and SQLstream join Eurotransport Magazine on June 29th at 8AM PST for a live webinar discussing real-time IoT solutions for transportation Operators. - June 08, 2017 - Sqlstream, Inc
Berkeley Press Releases New Book, "The Armenian Lobby & U.S. Foreign Policy," by Raoul Lowery Contreras
The first of its kind to be published in the United States, this book offers a meticulous assessment of the Armenian lobby’s inner workings, as well as its achievements and failures. These observations will add to the growing amount of literature on the impact of ethnic lobbies in American politics. - June 07, 2017 - Berkeley Press
Leading the Fight Against Opioid Addiction
Kentucky State Senator Alice Forgy Kerr is leading the way in fighting against opioid addiction and abuse. - June 07, 2017 - DisposeRX
City to Hold Public Meeting on Housing Study
Marlborough EDC will hold a public meeting to review housing study preliminary findings. - June 07, 2017 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
The MCS Group Adds Additional Failover Datacenter Capabilities
MCS implements upgrades to its client data protection and security program with state-of-the-art infrastructure, including the addition of a “hot failover” system. - June 06, 2017 - The MCS Group, Inc.
Every Citizen Has Opportunities, Inc. (ECHO) Joins Calls for Local Community to “Start Your Activism @ Home”
600+ Nonprofits Will Come Together on June 8th to Raise Nearly $2 Million to Support D.C., Maryland and Virginia Residents - June 05, 2017 - ECHO
City Launches Promotional Video to Help Attract Investment and Residents
Marlborough Economic Development Corporation produces a video to promote the city. - June 04, 2017 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
Manson Construction Co. Introduces New U.S. Dredge, the ROBERT M WHITE, to Its Expansive Fleet
Manson Construction Co. is proud to announce the completion of its 30-inch ABS cutter suction dredge ROBERT M WHITE. Constructed at Halimar Shipyard LLC in Morgan City, Louisiana, with design and dredge components from IHC America Inc., the dredge successfully launched on April 24, 2017. Named in... - May 23, 2017 - Manson Construction Co.
American PetroLog Adds Another Military Veteran
West Point graduate and combat veteran Chris Clark joins American PetroLog team. - May 23, 2017 - American PetroLog
A New Approach to Fix the Budget Crisis
A recently formed not-for-profit organization, whose motto is Let's Fix Illinois, has announced an innovative Jobs Plan. Founder and President, Bjarne Jensen, stated, "Our Jobs Plan will end the budget and pension crisis with a new approach to the problem." Let’s Fix Illinois... - May 16, 2017 - onlineUSdegrees, Inc
Window Book, Inc. Introduces CloudAddressing™ – a SaaS-Based Address Cleansing Solution for Mailers of All Sizes
CloudAddressing: The first affordable, subscription-based SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) solution which simplifies the process of preparing, updating and submitting Mail.dat files of any size directly to PostalOne!®. Flexible options include CASS, NCOALink® and Presort with an easy-to-use interface in an extremely affordable package. CloudAddressing automates mail processing from end-to-end, ensuring maximum postal discounts with minimum time and expense. - May 16, 2017 - Window Book, Inc.
University of Kentucky Expands Financial Wellness with iGrad Exploratory Center
University of Kentucky's state-of-the-art Student Financial Wellness Center launches a new iGrad Exploratory Center where the interactive iGrad Financial Literacy Platform will be accessible to all students. - May 16, 2017 - iGrad
MCS Adopts Milyli Software Redaction Tool Blackout
The MCS Group, Inc. adopts Blackout, an automated redaction application for Relativity from boutique software firm Milyli. - May 10, 2017 - The MCS Group, Inc.
CUE Leads Effort for Net Neutrality in California
CUE, an educational non-profit, is leading efforts in California to maintain free and accessible Internet for all, by initiating Assembly Joint Resolution 7 (AJR-7) authored by Assembly Member and Speaker Pro-Tem, Kevin Mullin. “We cannot expect students to be successful if we take away or limit their ability to access the Internet,” said Mike Lawrence, CUE’s CEO. AJR-7 has been introduced in the State Assembly with broad support. A hearing on the resolution is scheduled for May 10th. - May 05, 2017 - CUE
F.A.C.S. Program of Houston Launches Its "Youth Intervention Series"
F.A.C.S. Program of Houston launched its "Youth Intervention Series" May 1, 2017, featuring four low-cost behavior driven sessions designed for: Communities, High Schools, 1st Year College and Juvenile Courts. - May 04, 2017 - FACS Program of Houston
Center for Watershed Protection Honors Ecotone, Inc for Innovation and Leadership - Maryland’s Fast-Growing Ecological Restoration Company Receives Industry Recognition
The Center for Watershed Protection has recognized Scott McGill of Maryland based ecological restoration company, Ecotone, Inc with its 2017 Innovation and Leadership in Watershed Protection and Restoration award for partnering with designers, researchers and local governments to advance science-based approaches to stormwater and watershed management projects. - May 03, 2017 - Ecotone, Inc.
Angela M. Bell Honored as a VIP Member for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Angela M. Bell of Chicago, Illinois has been recognized as a VIP for two consecutive years, 2015 and 2016, by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of government. About Angela M. Bell Ms. Bell is a Clerk at the Circuit... - May 03, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Halcyon House Celebrates Grand Re-Opening - A Complete 200 Unit Renovation for One of the Last Remaining Affordable Properties in Downtown Denver
In a rapidly gentrifying and increasingly unaffordable market, 197 elderly residents and individuals with disabilities will be ensured an affordable home in Downtown Denver, at the Halcyon House Apartments. While two similar towers recently converted from affordable to high end, market rate, Halcyon House remains one of the few Section 8 subsidized properties in downtown after new owners, GHC Housing Partners signed a 20-year contract to ensure the property remains affordable. - May 02, 2017 - GH Capital
Gnet LLC is Now Dnet Security
Gnet LLC announces its transformation to Dnet Security. - May 01, 2017 - Dnet
Counter-Terrorism Measures at Ports
SMi Reports: Leading international sea ports, maritime authorities and technical experts will gather at SMi's forthcoming Port Security Technology 2017 to discuss counter-terrorism measures. - April 28, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Scripps Safe, Inc. Announced as Distributor of Point Blank Enterprises for Healthcare Professionals
Scripps Safe, Inc. an Orlando based company has been announced as a distributor of Point Blank Enterprises for licensed pharmacy and healthcare professionals. Point Blank Enterprises, Inc. (PBEI) is the worldwide leader in the development, manufacturing and distribution of high performance... - April 22, 2017 - Scripps Safe, Inc.
Launch Consulting Acquires LearnBIG, a Leader in Video Experiences
Launch Consulting has acquired LearnBIG, increasing its capacity and reach in customer experiences with video-based services. - April 18, 2017 - Launch Consulting Group
Local Teacher Announces Campaign for State Superintendent Office
Local teacher, Kathy Hoffman, has announced her candidacy for the Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction office. - April 06, 2017 - Elect Kathy Hoffman