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Daniel Vaswani of Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers Explains What Happens at the First Court Date of a Criminal Case in a Recently Released YouTube Video
Attorney Daniel Vaswani, the CEO of Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers, discusses what one needs to know on their first court date, what occurs, and explains how an attorney can help within this process. Check out the full video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1j7uOVKIeEU. - December 24, 2022 - Virtuoso Criminal & DUI Lawyers
Texas Bitcoin Miners Curtail Power in Advance of Arctic Blast
As Texas and much of the U.S. confronts the challenges of this winter storm, the bitcoin mining industry in Texas is playing a part in supporting the Texas grid during this challenging time by proactively curtailing power. Bitcoin miners in Texas and the Texas Blockchain Council are working with... - December 23, 2022 - Texas Blockchain Council
Longtime Community Leader Sallie Clark Announces Candidacy for Mayor of Colorado Springs – Clark Brings Proven Results and Executive Experience
Local business owner, former federal agency state director and local elected city and county leader, Sallie Clark, recently announced her candidacy to seek the office of Colorado Springs mayor. The election will be held in April of 2023. - December 21, 2022 - Citizens for Sallie Clark
ASCI Federal Services LLC Certified as a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)
ASCI Federal Services LLC (ASCI) is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) certification by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). - December 20, 2022 - ASCI Federal Services LLC
Philanthropist Rosario S. Cassata, of The Cassata Foundation, Donates Toys for 45 Local Children
The Cassata Foundation Trustee Rosario S. Cassata was proud to support Officer Claudia Delgado and the Suffolk County Police Department "Shop with a Cop" along with the local Target Store. - December 17, 2022 - The Cassata Foundation
Southwest Tennessee Community College Awards Velvet McCallum Tennessee Board of Regents’ Chancellor’s Commendation for Military Veterans
Southwest Tennessee Community College has awarded the Tennessee Board of Regents Chancellor’s Commendation for Military Veterans to Velvet McCallum, a former Army Reservist who currently serves as Southwest’s Library Services Security Coordinator. McCallum was honored for her exceptional service to the college and dedication to students during a Veteran’s employee appreciation and recognition event Nov. 8, 2022 at the Macon Cove Campus. - November 21, 2022 - Southwest Tennessee Community College
Securisyn Medical awarded $249,750 Advanced Industries Early Stage Capital and Retention Grant from the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade
Securisyn Medical, an early commercial-stage medical technology company and the developer of the patented SolidAIRity Flex® Oral Endotracheal Tube Stabilizer System, announced today the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade has awarded the Company a $249,750 Early Stage Capital and Retention Grant to accelerate design freeze, verification and validation testing, and clinical builds for the Company’s patented chest tube tube seal and securement device, SolidAIRity CT™. - November 18, 2022 - Securisyn Medical
California Criminal Defense Attorney Simone Chambliss Releases a Video Explaining a Misdemeanor Hit and Run Charge
Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers, a California criminal defense and DUI defense law firm (www.virtuosolaw.com), releases a Youtube video explaining misdemeanor hit and run and how it can be defended in court (video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBDnlwi7SwE). - November 18, 2022 - Virtuoso Criminal & DUI Lawyers
Criminal and DUI Defense Lawyer Joseph McPeak Releases YouTube Video About Different Types of Reckless Driving
Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers is a California criminal defense and DUI defense law firm (www.virtuosolaw.com), in Hayward, CA with offices in Oakland, San Jose, Manteca, Walnut Creek, and San Francisco. Recently, Attorney Joseph McPeak released a YouTube video discussing reckless driving laws. The firm regularly releases informative YouTube videos regarding criminal laws in California. Watch the video here: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_fbubsoJUIU). - November 18, 2022 - Virtuoso Criminal & DUI Lawyers
Salinas Valley Recycles Helps Feed Hungry People and Not Landfills While Reducing Climate Impacts
To assist in expanding food recovery capacity, ReGen Monterey and Salinas Valley Recycles are excited to announce the Edible Food Recovery Grant Program. As food insecurity has no boundaries, all jurisdictions in Monterey County are working collaboratively to contribute to these grant funds. This annual funding opportunity intends to award a total of up to $100,000 to non-profit organizations, businesses, or public entities that collect, generate, and distribute food to those in need. - November 17, 2022 - Salinas Valley Recycles
Carruthers Announces $8.7 Million in State Grants for Butler County
State Representative Sara Carruthers (R-Hamilton) announces Butler County has been awarded land reutilization funding from the state operating budget passed by the General Assembly last year. - November 04, 2022 - Sara Carruthers
HAL24K Water & Royal Eijkelkamp Announce Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Data as a Service (DaaS) for Global Water Sector
HAL24K Water & Royal Eijkelkamp join forces to facilitate the use of Data for the protection of our global water resources. This partnership will incorporate the world leading sensors of Royal Eijkelkamp, a company that has a proven track record in the Water Industry, with the data technology of HAL24K, a company renowned for delivering exceptional quality data, using advanced machine learning techniques and the latest AI programs, all running within their Collaborate™ Data and Model Ecosystem. - November 03, 2022 - HAL24K Water
The Intelligent Community Forum Announces Ohio as the World’s First Intelligent State
The Intelligent Community Forum (ICF) has declared the State of Ohio to be the world’s first Intelligent State at the conclusion of months of research conducted by ICF and its Global Institute in Dublin, Ohio. The research project aims to develop a set of objective standards and an evaluation process enabling other states and provinces to qualify as Intelligent States or Provinces, based on programs and practices at the municipal, county and state level. - October 24, 2022 - Intelligent Communities Group
Municipal Emergency Services Acquires Long Island-Based Equipment and Service Provider
Municipal Emergency Services (MES, Inc.) has acquired Coastal Fire Systems, Inc. on October 13, 2022. Founded in 2005, Coastal Fire Systems is the leading 3M™ Scott™ sales and service provider to municipalities and volunteer fire departments throughout Long Island, New York. Tom... - October 14, 2022 - Municipal Emergency Services, Inc.
Presidential Candidate Facilitating Mutual Aid Across America
A presidential contender is not waiting for the election to ensure that people receive aid because the current economic situation is hurting this country's population so badly. To date, the candidate has raised more money for mutual help than for his or her campaign. - October 14, 2022 - Jasmine Sherman for President
PMG Assists Technology Client Hopper Express Transportation to Seek Investment Funds & Strategic Alliance Partners
The unmanned vehicle and drone market is a hotbed of activity and every day there is a new product announcement and entry into this emerging Market. PMG is assisting Hopper Express Transportation, an innovative and forward-thinking company, to secure funds to bring its family of vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) flying aircraft deemed "Hoppers" into the mainstream. - October 10, 2022 - Performance Marketing Group
Patricia L. Blake Honored as a Distinguished Retiree by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Patricia L. Blake of Yerington, Nevada has been honored as a Distinguished Retiree by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication for her outstanding achievements in the field of law enforcement. About Patricia L. Blake Patricia L. Blake is a retired police lieutenant for the Los... - October 07, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
Military Airlift and Air-to-Air Refuelling 2022 Announcement: Boeing to Deliver Industry Insight
Boeing’s International Business Development Capture Team Lead Matt Kaslik will speak at the Military Airlift and Air-to-Air Refuelling conference in Florence, Italy, this November. - October 05, 2022 - SAE Media Group
Cybertrust America Announces Community-Driven Cybersecurity Symposium for Smart Cities '22
A non-profit consortium, helping cities and businesses address cyber risks with legally-defensible strategy and execution, jointly with NIST GCTC: Smart Security and Privacy, City of San Jose, City of Coral Gables, San Mateo County, and National Cyber Security Alliance, today announced its fifth annual Cybersecurity Symposium for Smart Cities '22 on October 25-26. - October 04, 2022 - Cybertrust America
Launch of New Political Activism Website: politiCAL911.com
A new political activism, news and government watchdog website launches today. politiCAL911.com seeks to activate people, increase transparency and hold elected officials & systems accountable. What: politiCAL911.com is a site focusing on politics in California (specializing in the San Diego... - September 24, 2022 - politiCAL911
Representatives Swearingen, Carruthers Introduce "Parents’ Bill of Rights Act"
State Reps. D.J. Swearingen (R-Huron) and Sara Carruthers (R-Hamilton) will be introducing the “Parents’ Bill of Rights Act,” which will protect and preserve the fundamental role that parents play in the education of their children. “The focus is to ensure that parents are... - September 21, 2022 - Sara Carruthers
California Criminal Defense Attorney Joseph McPeak Releases a YouTube Video Explaining Points on Your Driving Record
Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers, a California criminal defense and DUI defense law firm (www.virtuosolaw.com), releases a Youtube video explaining how the driving points system words and how points can affect a driving record (video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xAGB8ZK-CM). - September 15, 2022 - Virtuoso Criminal & DUI Lawyers
World Rivers Day 2022 Set for September 25
World Rivers Day commemorates the immense values of our rivers and encourages river stewardship and conservation around the globe – massive worldwide event involving up to 100 countries and millions of participants has its roots in British Columbia's Rivers Day. Millions of people and... - September 12, 2022 - World Rivers Day
Judy L. Cornelison Featured as Woman of the Month for August 2022 by P.O.W.E.R.-Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Judy L. Cornelison of Siren, Wisconsin, has been selected as a Woman of the Month for August 2022 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of government. Each month, P.O.W.E.R. features women to... - September 09, 2022 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
The Casino Esport Conference and the Esport Innovation Center, and Stockton University, Sponsored by the State of New Jersey, is Pleased to Announce the Upcoming CEC/EIC
Casino Esport Conference/Esports Innovation Center Atlantic City October 18-19, 2022 In Atlantic City, NJ, October 18 and 19, 2022; 3711 Atlantic Ave C/O EIC Atlantic City NJ 08401 The CEC/EIC October 18-19 will be held at the New Jersey State-funded Esports Innovation Center that is part of the... - September 06, 2022 - Casino Esport Conference
Hightower Headed to White House to Share Impact of Clean Energy & Local Community Initiatives
Stephen Hightower, CEO of Hightowers Petroleum Company and Hightower EV Solutions, has been invited to the White House by President Biden and Vice President Harris to attend the Communities in Action: Building a Better Ohio event set for next week. The half-day forum will be held in-person at the... - September 02, 2022 - Stephen L. Hightower
Joseph McPeak, a Criminal and DUI Defense Lawyer at Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers, Releases a YouTube Video About Requesting Court Dates for Traffic Tickets
Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers, a California criminal defense and DUI defense law firm (www.virtuosolaw.com), releases a YouTube video to explain the deadlines for requesting a court date for a traffic ticket. - September 01, 2022 - Virtuoso Criminal & DUI Lawyers
Criminal and DUI Defense Lawyer, Daniel Vaswani, Releases YouTube Video About Traffic Tickets in California
Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers, a California criminal defense and DUI defense law firm (www.virtuosolaw.com), releases a YouTube video to discuss traffic tickets in California (video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9GfigtkMpY). - August 27, 2022 - Virtuoso Criminal & DUI Lawyers
Acuity Total Solutions Announces Cyber Security and IT Services with Redesigned Website Launch
Minority woman owned maintenance company expands services to include cyber Security and IT services. - August 25, 2022 - Acuity Total Solutions
Cecil R. Benjamin Honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Cecil R. Benjamin of St. Croix, VI has been honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievement in the field of government. About Cecil R. Benjamin Cecil R. Benjamin is an American political activist and... - August 24, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
Daniel Vaswani of Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers, Releases YouTube Video Explaining California Carpool Violations
Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers is a California criminal defense and DUI defense law firm (www.virtuosolaw.com), explains California carpool violations in a recently released YouTube video (video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hgpPDzQ1FGc). - August 20, 2022 - Virtuoso Criminal & DUI Lawyers
Recently Released YouTube Video from Criminal and DUI Defense Lawyer, Daniel Vaswani Explains Search Warrants
Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers, a California criminal defense and DUI defense law firm (www.virtuosolaw.com), releases a YouTube video to explain what a search warrant allows and how it is used by the police (video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eC4M2eX8bzw). - August 19, 2022 - Virtuoso Criminal & DUI Lawyers
Criminal and DUI Defense Lawyer, Daniel Vaswani, Releases YouTube Video Explaining How to Clear Your Bench Warrant
Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers is a California criminal defense and DUI defense law firm (www.virtuosolaw.com). Attorney Daniel Vaswani explains bench warrants are arrests warrants (video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hh-Tbm3ZbP0). - August 19, 2022 - Virtuoso Criminal & DUI Lawyers
CEO of Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Defense Lawyers, Daniel Vaswani, Releases YouTube Video About the California Weaving and Straddling Law
Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers is a California criminal defense and DUI defense law firm (www.virtuosolaw.com), releases a YouTube video to discuss the California Weaving Law (video here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=USxUKrCyHSQ). - August 19, 2022 - Virtuoso Criminal & DUI Lawyers
Proven Optics Releases Capital Planning and Investment Control (CPIC) Application as Newest Addition to their Financial Management Application Suite - Built on Now
Today, Proven Optics LLC, a practitioner-founded IT Financial Management software company, announced the release of their newest application - Proven Optics Capital Planning and Investment Control. This solution has met the high standards of the ServiceNow Built on Now Program designed to recognize... - August 18, 2022 - Proven Optics
Witlingo Launches Social Audio Channel for Local Governments
Residents are able to engage with their local government by submitting digital audio posts and listening to posts from other residents. - August 11, 2022 - Witlingo
Patricia L. Blake Selected as Biography of the Year for 2022 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Patricia L. Blake of Yerington, Nevada has been chosen as Biography of the Year for 2022 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication for her outstanding achievements in the field of law enforcement. This special honor is only given to one Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide... - August 10, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
James Sloan Confident He is Gaining Ground Going Into Today's Primary for Tennessee HR District 63
According to sources, early voting numbers appear to be down from previous mid-term elections the past two cycles; however, James Sloan is confident he is gaining ground in the race for Tennessee House of Representatives District 63. District 63 is the legislative seat being vacated by Glen... - August 04, 2022 - Campaign for Sloan for TN
AVA Law Group Eyes Justice for Camp Lejeune Toxic Water Victims as House Bill Passes
If passed by the Senate, new legislation would allow those injured by contaminated water at Camp Lejeune a chance to have their cases heard in court. - August 03, 2022 - AVA Law Group, Inc.
Eric S. Petrosky Celebrated as a Professional of the Year for 2022 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Eric S. Petrosky of Ford City, Pennsylvania has been selected as a Professional of the Year for 2022 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the legal field. About Eric S. Petrosky Eric S. Petrosky is the chief county detective... - August 03, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
James Sloan, a Candidate for Tennessee HR District 63, Pledges Protection of State Lands and Expansion of Green Spaces and State Recreational Areas
James Sloan, a candidate for Tennessee House of Representatives District 63, is pledging future legislative for protection of Tennessee state lands, expansion of green spaces, agricultural set aside from development, and expansion of state of Tennessee recreational areas if elected to the state House. - August 03, 2022 - Campaign for Sloan for TN
James Sloan Says a "Yes Vote" Will Give the Voters the Most Conservative State Candidate in Tennessee HR District 63 Race, Solidifying the People's Choice
A Yes Vote for James Sloan as a candidate for House of Representatives will give Williamson County the most conservative candidate to serve in the Tennessee State legislature and solidify the people's choice, according to Sloan's Campaign staffers. - August 02, 2022 - Campaign for Sloan for TN
Trial Software Limine is Now Transpire
Both the Leading Trial software and the company that brought it to market have officially been rebranded as Transpire. - July 27, 2022 - Transpire
Conscious Governance TV Provides Free High Performance Governance Videos
This Conscious Governance TV online resource provides free access to all Directors and senior executives who know their Board could be even more effective than it is but are unsure of what steps they can take. Based on interactions with many thousands of Board Directors across the globe, the Producers have created short, succinct video streams that focus on the key practical steps that Directors and senior executives can action to assist themselves and their Board to get to the next level. - July 20, 2022 - Conscious Governance
City of Cleveland Now Offering Enrich Financial Wellness Platform to Employees
Enrich is part of the city’s Wealth Works Financial Wellbeing Program, a component of the Wellness Works Program that was developed to improve work performance, increase accountability, reduce absenteeism and decrease healthcare costs. - July 19, 2022 - iGrad
NYC Fire Extinguisher Companies Support Mayor Adams’ Order to Strengthen Fire Safety Enforcement
New York City Mayor Eric Adams recently signed an executive order to strengthen fire safety enforcement and outreach, a move that followed the tragic Twin Parks apartment fire in the Tremont neighborhood of the Bronx that killed 17 people. - July 19, 2022 - ACE Fire Extinguishers
The Riverside County Workforce Development Board Honors Awardees of the 2022 Jamil Dada Character Excellence Youth Awards
The Riverside County Workforce Development Board will be honoring ten (10) awardees of the 2022 Jamil Dada Character Excellence Youth Awards on Thursday, July 14, 2022, at March Field Air Museum. - July 07, 2022 - Riverside County Workforce Development
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Partners with iGrad to Offer Financial Wellness Education to More than 10,000 Veterans
Enrich is used by more than 20,000 employers and more than 300 financial institutions nationwide, featuring multiple dynamic tools and courses to deliver a highly personalized and interactive learning experience. - July 01, 2022 - iGrad
Revcord Mitigates Ransomware Attack Damage to Arkansas County 9-1-1 Using RevSync's Cloud-Based Data Sync
According to new data collected by the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center, U.S. critical infrastructure sectors are increasingly targeted by ransomware. Arkansas County's 9-1-1 Call Center in Arkansas was the target on April 18, 2022. One of the infected systems was the Revcord Call Logger. IT... - July 01, 2022 - Revcord
Watch Out for Harmful Algal Blooms This Fourth of July Holiday Weekend
Lakes Across the Country Plagued by Cyanobacteria Outbreaks. - June 30, 2022 - BlueGreen Water Technologies Ltd.