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Patrick Henry College Alumnus Simon Sefzik Becomes the Youngest Senator on Record in Washington State
Patrick Henry College alumnus Simon Sefzik (’21) became the youngest senator on record in Washington state history when he was appointed by the Whatcom County Council to represent the 42nd district earlier this month. Sefzik was appointed as the Washington State Senator for the 42nd... - January 28, 2022 - Patrick Henry College
"The Police Are Not Your Friends," Thomas B. Fitzgerald Warns in New Book
Thomas B. Fitzgerald blends guidance, cautionary tales in guide to surviving police encounters. - January 26, 2022 - Thomas Fitzgerald
MIND 24-7 Opens Second Location to Provide Immediate Access to Behavioral Health Services
New Service Center in Mesa, Arizona will be open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - January 25, 2022 - MIND 24-7
Save Our Allies Reacts to President Biden’s “No Apologies” Remarks
Following is a statement from Save Our Allies regarding President Biden's "No apologies" remarks: Save Our Allies, a direct-response Afghan rescue organization, is calling on Congress to demand accountability for the American citizens and allies left in Afghanistan following... - January 25, 2022 - Save Our Allies
Washington Physicians for Social Responsibility Members Cycle to Olympia to Deliver "Climate Prescription" & Petition to Governor Jay Inslee & Legislators
Health workers: Join WPSR members and health workers from across Washington in calling on WA leaders in Olympia to take urgent action on climate by signing the #ClimatePrescription petition. The petition will be delivered by bicycle to Governor Inslee on January 28th by health workers who will ride from Seattle to Olympia to highlight the critical need for action in the coming legislative session. - January 25, 2022 - Washington Physicians for Social Responsibility
5Ms Publishing Announces the Release of Inspirational, Cross-Cultural, Coming-of-Age Novel
5Ms Publishing, a publishing company focusing on giving exposure to Haitian and Caribbean culture, has announced the release of an inspirational, cross-cultural, coming-of-age novel titled “Out of the Darkness” by Haitian author Jeanne Fortune. - January 25, 2022 - 5Ms Publishing
The Marika Tolz Scholarship: Bringing Awareness to Gender Equality and Improvement the Workplace Environment
Scholarship opportunity provided by Marika Tolz is available for current female students who plan to enter the workplace after graduation. Applications are currently open for students. - January 25, 2022 - Marika Tolz Scholarship
Silver Swans® Austin Takes Flight Helping Senior Citizens Remain Healthy in Uncertain Times
The Royal Academy of Dance developed Silver Swans® based on a four-year research project into dance practice for older learners. Silver Swans® classes have been specifically designed and adapted for safety for the over 55’s. Classes are only taught by Silver Swans® licensees to include Silver Swans Austin. - January 23, 2022 - Silver Swans Austin
United Way of Kenosha County Announces Recipients of the Community Gift Awards
United Way of Kenosha County (UWKC), mobilizing the caring power of our community, is pleased to announce the recipients of its newly created Community Gift Awards Program. The program was created to support Kenosha County’s nonprofits and expand the reach and impact of donations made to United Way. In total, five nonprofits benefited from the awards program. - January 23, 2022 - United Way of Kenosha County
The Winter 2022 Issue of P.O.W.E.R. Magazine Showcases Women Who Will Empower Others to Look and Feel Their Best
P.O.W.E.R. Magazine’s Winter issue will empower women to reset and refocus so they can look and feel their best in the new year. The Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized issues a quarterly digital and print magazine featuring their women of P.O.W.E.R. members as well as... - January 19, 2022 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Urban Historic Preservation of the Former Home of the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad
Support Urban Historic Preservation - January 18, 2022 - Sajdah Wendy Muhammad
Queen Mother Dr. Delois Blakely Presented Before the Mexican Congress’ Parliament of Sustainable Peace for the Indigenous People Mexico-Africa
Queen Mother, Community Mayor of Harlem, Dedicated Her 15 Minute Speech to the Immigrant Children Whose Lives Were Lost in the January 9th, 2022 Fire in the Bronx, NYC, USA - January 17, 2022 - New Future Foundation
Lily Lisa, Philanthropist, Receives Certificate of Recognition from the City of La Puente for Her Kindness
Philanthropist and Entrepreneur, Lily Lisa continues support of La Puente seniors and homeless by donating pandemic supplies. - January 14, 2022 - Lily Lisa
Private School Capstone Academy Featured on Lifetime TV Show The Balancing Act
Capstone Academy was featured in December ’21 on Lifetime Channel’s long running TV show The Balancing Act hosted by Montel Williams. The School was on the show's local Atlanta edition that took a look at how innovative teachings can be more productive and less stressful on both... - January 13, 2022 - Capstone Academy
Holy Spirit Activation in Kingdom Culture School of Ministry with Kristen D'Arpa
Get equipped, activated, and launched into ministry. Be a part of an international community. Join Kristen D'Arpa for the next online Kingdom Culture School of Ministry, starting January 27, 2022. Students learn to Deeply Connect to Jesus, Be at Rest in Their Identity, Confidently Minister in... - January 11, 2022 - Kristen D'Arpa
Author Ilan Sheinfeld is the Recipient of the 2021 Brenner Prize for Literature
Author Ilan Sheinfeld is the recipient of the 2021 Brenner Prize for Literature for his book The Jewish Monk, published by Kinneret Zmora, edited by Noa Menhaim. The announcement was made today by the Hebrew Writers Association in Israel, which is charged with awarding the prize, one of the most... - January 11, 2022 - Ilan Sheinfeld Public Relations and Shufra for Fine Literature publishing
Online Bar Mitzvah Prep School Launches
A New, Flexible Online Option for Boys to Prepare for their Bar Mitzvah. - January 10, 2022 - My Bar Mitzvah Prep School
Local Nonprofit Hires First Executive Director
Davidson Prison Ministry is a Community Funded Non-Profit Providing a Chaplain and Encouraging Ministry Services to the Offenders and Staff at Davidson Correctional Center in Lexington, NC - January 07, 2022 - Davidson Prison Ministry
GiantLands Theme Park Will be a Game Park Built on a Groundbreaking Vision
Wonderfilled is bringing to life an entirely new kind of theme park experience. Called GiantLands, it will be an incredibly immersive gaming destination based on Wonderfilled’s game by the same name. GiantLands will be the first game park of its kind, based in Wisconsin. - January 01, 2022 - Wonderfilled, Inc.
Actor Ernie Reyes Jr. Calls Kidney Transplant "Greatest Christmas Gift Ever"
After undergoing dialysis three times a week for the past six and a half years, actor Ernie Reyes Jr. is thankful for a second chance at life and looks forward with optimism to the future: "Christmas came early for me this year. Receiving a kidney transplant is the greatest Christmas gift ever." - December 30, 2021 - Ernie Reyes Jr.
Oasis Senior Advisors Central Ohio Named National Franchise of the Year
At the Oasis Senior Advisors national conference held in Fort Lauderdale, Oasis Senior Advisors Central Ohio was named the Franchise of the year. - December 29, 2021 - Oasis Senior Advisors Central Ohio
Philanthropist, Producer Lily Lisa, Named Second Time as Golden Film Awards Goodwill Ambassador
Filmmaker honored as “Goodwill Ambassador” at the US Hollywood International Golden Film Awards. - December 28, 2021 - Lily Lisa
Day 46 of Hunger Strike: Joe Madison Vows to Continue Until Voting Rights Act is Signed, Sealed and Delivered
"I am not going on a Christmas break. Until the Freedom to Vote Act or the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act is signed, sealed, and delivered, I will continue my hunger strike." - December 24, 2021 - Joe Madison
Korea's Choi Dongho Honored with Gjenima Prize for Literature
Mundus Artium Press announces the award of the 2021 Gjenima Prize to Korean poet, critic and scholar Choi Dongho. Established in 2004, the annual Gjenima Prize recognizes the creator of an important body of literary work or a single major literary achievement that has played a part in current... - December 24, 2021 - Mundus Artium Press
Smaller Gatherings and Less Travel This Christmas, But More Optimism for 2022, Finds Global Christmas Survey by TGM
TGM Research, a data and insights company, has just unveiled the findings of its just-concluded Christmas Global Survey 2021. The world's largest festive season survey for the year reveals retail customer behaviour during the festive season in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. - December 23, 2021 - TGM Research
Dating Coach Alan Roger Currie Says "Hardballing" is a Rip-Off of His "Mode One Approach" Philosophy
It's dating coach Alan Roger Currie's "Mode One Approach" philosophy vs. Generation Z's "hardballing" dating concept. Currie began using what he refers to as his "Mode One Approach" philosophy of verbally communicating his romantic and strictly sexual desires, interests and intentions to women of interest in upfront, specific and straightforwardly honest manner back in August 1984. Currie believes that this new "hardballing" trend is a blatant rip-off of what he has been promoting for years. - December 21, 2021 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
Mi Casa Resource Center® Delivers Holiday Spirit to Westwood Neighborhood
Mi Casa Resource Center®, Denver Police Department, and FirstBank provide nearly 1200 toys to the local community. - December 21, 2021 - Mi Casa Resource Center
Help Fund the Fight Against Human Trafficking
Human trafficking is a global epidemic, which needs more awareness worldwide. According to the International Labor Organization, estimates suggest that there are between 20 million to 40 million victims of human trafficking. Women and girls account for approximately 71 percent of trafficked people, while men and boys account for 29 percent. Please help to reunite mothers and families with their children by donating. - December 20, 2021 - Global Intervention Assistance Foundation
Lifespire Commemorates 70 Years of Giving Hope to Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
Lifespire Commemorated 7 Decades of Giving Uninterrupted Hope to 100,000 New Yorkers with Developmental Disabilities Since 1951. Lifespire Marked 21 Months of Uninterrupted Care Given to a Nation Crippled by a Pandemic. - December 16, 2021 - Lifespire, Inc.
HBCU Invesco Legacy Classic Week - New Jersey Alumni of Hampton U, Howard U & NCCU “Fun”-Raise for Student Scholarships
In an unprecedented move, the local New Jersey Alumni Chapters of Hampton University, Howard University and North Carolina Central University have collaborated to “fun”-raise and give back to New Jersey students leading up to the Michael B. Jordan fronted Invesco QQQ HBCU Legacy Classic, taking place at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. - December 16, 2021 - HBCU Black Classic Excellence Weekend 2021
Robert and Michelle’s Annual Holiday Party Unites Hundreds, Raises $75K for Local Children in Foster Care
Robert and Michelle Holiday is a tradition that has grown from a gathering of friends to a gathering of friends and community dedicated to helping foster children, full of love and a passion to make a difference. - December 15, 2021 - Speak Up for Kids
GBDCEI Annual Winter Carnival for Teens and Homeless
On December 18, 2021, 2 pm-8 pm, GBDC Entrepreneurship Institute will Host a day of food, music, gifts for teens 12-18, and personal grooming services for the homeless. - December 15, 2021 - GBDC Entrepreneurship Institute
Leadership Intelligence Creates Leadership Champions: Leading by Example, Dr. Tommy R. Nash, Virginia Businessman, Speaker, Author, and Immeasurable Expert
A True Inspiration - a progressive, thriving business endeavor that is a little more than three years removed from its ceremonious inception, Dr. Tommy R. Nash’s Leadership Intelligence Creates Leadership Champions customarily offers a variety of services, most notably what it known as Kick It Up Keynotes, Insight Through Interviews, and Constructive Consultation. Clients connect by purpose, not by circumstance. Always be the best version of oneself. - December 13, 2021 - COGA - Leadership Intelligence Creates Leadership Champions
PAWS NY Joins the 2022 United Airlines NYC Half as a Charity Partner
The organization has participated as a Charity Partner for the United Airlines NYC Half each year since 2016. - December 12, 2021 - PAWS NY
Canine Center Announces 2022 Fulfilled Life Drive
The 2022 Fulfilled Life Drive aims to provide additional Canine Centers that are needed in more communities around the country in order to serve the sheer volume of at-risk dogs that can desperately benefit from our programming. - December 11, 2021 - Canine Center
The Social Skills Center Now Serving All Children Around the World
Social Skills Center is pleased to announce their online coaching program is now available to children and adults throughout the world including North and South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia. - December 10, 2021 - The Social Skills Center
Activist Joe Madison Enters Second Month of Hunger Strike for Voting Rights
Joe Madison “The Black Eagle” calls on Democrats to set a deadline on voting rights action in Congress. - December 09, 2021 - Joe Madison
Homeinc Creates the Stefano Barbosa Secret Santa Toy Drive
Homeinc, a real estate company in Florida, has just kicked off the first annual Stefano Barbosa Secret Santa Toy Drive in loving memory of their friend and co-worker, Stefano Barbosa. Stefano loved all things Christmas and was an avid biker and Lego fanatic. Homeinc is requesting donations of new bikes, bike helmets and Legos. All donations will be party of Santa's Workshop for foster children in Broward County. - December 08, 2021 - Homeinc
IDI Consulting Gives Back to the Community in Seventh Annual Toys for Tots Drive
Local IT consulting company collects toys for less fortunate children. - December 08, 2021 - IDI Consulting
Denali Advanced Integration Gets Gold Medal on Inc.'s 2021 Best in Business List in IT Management
2nd annual list recognizes 147 private companies that put purpose before profit - December 07, 2021 - Denali Advanced Integration
Local Professionals Form Task Force to Help South Carolina's Aging Seniors Get Essential Long-Term Care Without Financial Obligation Thanks to Medex Solutions Network Inc
They have assembled a local task force of senior care professionals and resources to help aging seniors & their families make the transition to long-term care. Some the issues that their free consulting service solve are reducing the time to move into a long-term care community, reducing the stress of selling a home to receive funding for long term-care, and getting aging seniors the care they need quicker without the stress of financial obligations. - December 06, 2021 - Medex Solutions Network Inc.
Christian Laurent Launched New Online Store Offering Worldwide Delivery
Christian Laurent, Red Carpet Beauty with cost-effective price tag, has announced the launch of the newest online retail www.christianlaurent.com, serving worldwide customers. The Christian Laurent new online store demonstrates more commitment to the customers offering 24/7 customer service via... - December 06, 2021 - Christian Laurent
Middletown, Ohio Businessman & Entrepreneur Matt King Makes History with Substantial Crypto Contribution to Community Center
On this Giving Tuesday, history has been made in Middletown Ohio. This is one of the first times in the United States that an endowment fund has been jump started by cryptocurrency. Local businessman and entrepreneur Matt King, who is the Director of Marketing and Business Automation at Hightowers... - December 04, 2021 - Stephen L. Hightower
Episcopal Community Services Names Julia Nemon Montijo COO
Episcopal Community Services (ECS) has named Julia Nemon Montijo as the new Chief Operating Officer. In her role as COO, Nemon Montijo will be responsible for ECS’s operations, including its Head Start and Housing & Clinical Services programs IT, Accounting, Facilities, and Nutrition Services. ECS serves more than 7,000 people in San Diego County, providing social services focusing on early childhood development, homelessness, mental health, and substance use disorder treatment. - December 03, 2021 - Episcopal Community Services
Millions of People Come Together to Celebrate Generosity, Share Kindness & Drive Record-Breaking Giving on GivingTuesday 2021
GivingTuesday, the global generosity movement, reports record-breaking giving by millions of people worldwide during the annual GivingTuesday celebration on November 30, 2021. In a single day, people in the United States gave $2.7 billion. - December 02, 2021 - GivingTuesday
"A Still Small Voice" Book to be Published and Podcast Launched with Timeless Sermons and Life Lessons from Legendary Pastor and Broadcaster
“A Still Small Voice: A memoir of life lessons, collection of sermons and commentaries,” is a collection of curated sermons by Faush, along with commentaries and reflections from other thought leaders who knew him and continue to change lives. The work is also a tribute to the elder Faush that follows the documentary film ON AIR produced by his son, Rev. Dr. Erskine “Chuck” Faush, Jr. “I am sharing what some might call history, and what others might call holy,” said Faush, Jr. - December 02, 2021 - The FSE Company
La Roca FC Partners with Summit Journeys
La Roca Futbol Club joins forces with Summit Journeys to help kids build confidence while experiencing new adventures. - December 01, 2021 - La Roca Futbol Club
Grey Area Coffeeshop - Debut Novel from Leliestraat Press Available Now in Digital and Print Formats
A long time ago in a coffeeshop far, far away … During the endless War on Drugs and in the waning years of the Twentieth century, three expatriate Americans founded Grey Area Coffeeshop in Amsterdam, capital of The Netherlands in the European Union. - December 01, 2021 - de heer Slice
The Grove Center for The Arts & Media Announces Cryptocurrency Donations for GivingTuesday
The Grove Center for The Arts & Media is announcing it is now accepting cryptocurrency donations for its artist grant program. The Grove Center is a Southern California 501c3 non-profit arts organization that offers artistic grants, scholarships and fiscal sponsorship for artists. In the past... - November 30, 2021 - The Grove Center for The Arts & Media
Utah Attorney General, Sean Reyes, and Hall of Fame Baylor Coach, Grant Teaff, Honored for Leading National Initiative to Protect America’s Children
WACO, Texas (November 30, 2021) Utah Attorney General Sean D. Reyes and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton were honored alongside legendary former Baylor football coach Grant Teaff for their leadership in promoting the National Child ID Program. On October 16, at halftime of Baylor’s home... - November 30, 2021 - Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes