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SolarCraft Completes Solar Power Installation at Tomales Fire Station - West Marin Fire House Flips the Switch to Solar
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft, a leading North Bay clean energy provider for over 35 years, recently completed the installation of a 38.4 kW DC solar electric system at Tomales Fire Station in the remote West Marin town of Tomales, CA. The solar power system was designed and installed by SolarCraft, lowering their carbon footprint and utility costs by almost $14,000 per year. - July 14, 2020 - SolarCraft
The Coming Depopulation of Public Schools to Begin This Fall
As schools announce reopening plans, parents begin to question whether public schooling is for them anymore. Gone are the days of strategically moving to a prestigious neighborhood to secure a coveted school with quality education and a wide array of opportunities. Regardless of a family’s... - July 09, 2020 - The Old Schoolhouse Magazine
New Book, "Bombshell in the Barrio" Reveals How Educators Defeated the FBI, DOJ, the Texas Education Agency, and El Paso's Oligarcy
This new book by Parrhesia Press examines the experience of five El Paso educators who refused to admit to crimes they didn't commit. It documents the terrorist tactics they endured from the FBI, DOJ, corrupt politicians, and a media that refused to question the authorities' side of the story, even as the case unraveled. Finally, it corrects the official narrative and demonstrates how their miraculous victory ultimately exposes the facts behind the fiction. - July 06, 2020 - Parrhesia Press
Public Safety Industry Professional Joins GeoComm’s Product Management Team
GeoComm is excited to announce the addition of Dan Craigie to the Product Management Team serving as the Business Development Program Manager. Dan was most recently the 9-1-1 Program Manager for Emergency Communication Networks Division at the Minnesota Department of Public Safety and has... - July 03, 2020 - GeoComm
PreLynx Portals Allow You to Reopen with Confidence
With COVID-19 cases soaring, reopening has slowed across the nation. Even where the government permits reopening, most businesses must rely on consumers, customers, students or visitors feeling comfortable with the steps taken to ensure their safety. PreLynx Portal provides that... - July 02, 2020 - 123 Design
Farmers2Market, Connecting Farmers to Their Communities and Communities to Their Farmers
SNtial Organics proudly Announces the Launch of Farmers2Market.ca - July 01, 2020 - SNtial Organics Inc.
Accend Networks Received Coveted Master Services Competency (MSC) Certification for Network Virtualization
Accend Networks, a leading network security and IT solutions provider in the United States, becomes one of top fifty companies to receive the Master Services Competency (MSC) Certification. - June 30, 2020 - Accend Networks
"YBF POLITICS" (TheYBF.com's New Vertical) Sits Down with Congressional Hopefuls Dr. Cameron Webb and Jaime Harrison
Natasha Eubanks of The YBF Sits Down with VA's history making Democratic pick Dr. Cameron Webb and SC's rising star for Senate Jaime Harrison; Launching the site's new politically focused content vertical "YBF POLITICS." - June 26, 2020 - The Young, Black & Fabulous, LLC (The YBF)
Clever Coding Introduces Emergency Management for the Digital Age
Clever Coding has created a white label mobile app that allows agencies and employers to migrate their local Emergency Management plans to their very own mobile app on the App Store. - June 26, 2020 - Emergency Ready App
Pandemic Experts Launch the American BioDefense Institute
American BioDefense Institute launched as a new model for fighting pandemics. - June 25, 2020 - American BioDefense Institute
Youth Sports Nonprofit Uses HealthShield to be First in Country to Get Kids Back on Lacrosse Field Safely; Intermountain Lacrosse Scans Nearly 4000 Players on Opening Day
42Chat, an award-winning provider of AI chatbot solutions, announced that Intermountain Lacrosse (IMLAX) was able to open up its fields to players before any other league in the U.S. by using HealthShield, an SMS-based COVID screening tool to help businesses reopen quickly. IMLAX is a 501(c)3... - June 23, 2020 - 42Chat
John Manimas Recommends a Right to Integration
Write-in presidential candidate John Manimas presents his views on racism in America in a five-minute video, entitled JMCamp.pos02racism, on his YouTube channel "primacycinema." - June 23, 2020 - John Manimas Campaign
Stanford Hospital Accused of Alleged $468 Million Dollar Healthcare Billing Fraud; DOJ Filed its Second Statement of Interest in Federal Court
The Department of Justice just filed a “Statement of Interest” in Federal Court in support of the false claims action (“FCA”) against Stanford Health Care (formerly Stanford Hospitals & Clinics). The case is captioned United States vs. Stanford et. al. The Complaint alleges Stanford engaged in government fraud in excess of $468 Million Dollars. - June 19, 2020 - GJLaw
RSA Assists Main Street USA Businesses Reopen in Partnership with Canon USA
RSA announces its Printer Package Program (PPP) in conjunction with Canon USA. Main Street Businesses can purchase an RSA Printer Package Bundle including Canon IPF printer, PosterArtist software and 2 rolls of starter media to create their own COVID-19 social distance and hygiene signage for their business. With complete customization capability, businesses can promote their products and services and safe customer and employee experience at the same time. Let's Get Back to Work. - June 18, 2020 - Reprographic Services Association
MOC1 Solutions Revolutionizes Hospital Security, Care and Human Resources
MOC1 Solutions announces the availability of a hospital identity and access management solution using artificial intelligence, machine learning and facial recognition into one integrated solution. The Hospital Identity and Access Management System (HIAMS) has become the center of innovation in the... - June 15, 2020 - Mobile Office Communications Inc. DBA MOC1 Solutions
Bestselling Author’s New Book Explaining How to End Racism Will be Free June 16-18
In his latest release, Stephen Hawley Martin puts a finger on what he believes to be the root causes of racism and what must be done to end the scourge, and it won’t cost readers anything to find out. The Kindle edition is free to download from Amazon, June 16-18. - June 15, 2020 - The Oaklea Press
Telemedicine Breaks Out of Prisons to Widespread Use During Pandemic
Remote care providing fast, efficient treatment - June 08, 2020 - KaZee Inc.
Cross-Cultural Training Program Badges2Bridges to Provide Training on Race, Racism & Anti-Black Racism to Police Officers
New cross-cultural training program for law enforcement to provide training on race and racism to police officers - June 05, 2020 - Mosaic Cross-Cultural Solutions
STOMP Out Bullying Challenges the Public to #TakeAKnee Everyday at 1:00 PM (EST)
The leading nonprofit is dedicated to reducing and preventing discrimination, racism and hatred - Today, STOMP Out Bullying announces the #takeaknee campaign which will take place daily at 1:00 pm (EST). The leading nonprofit has always been dedicated to reducing and preventing discrimination, racism and hatred. Now, more than ever, the public must work to “End The Hate and Change The Culture.” - June 03, 2020 - Love Our Children USA
COVID-19 Survivor Warns Others with a Video; Metro-Detroiter Wants to Spread Story Nationally to Flatten the Curve
Victor Cunningham created a video “Do Not Underestimate COVID-19” to discuss his story with the world after being hospitalized. His experience has been from hallucination to the fear of being ostracized by family and friends by testing positive. The video was produced within one week with the help of Sylvester Foster, owner of Seal Productions. - May 28, 2020 - Seal Productions
GeoComm Celebrating Twenty-Five Years of Empowering Customers to Create Powerful 9-1-1 and NG9-1-1 System Public Safety Grade GIS Data
This year GeoComm, an industry leader in public safety location-based solutions, is excited to reach an important company milestone by celebrating their twenty-five year anniversary of empowering their customers to create public safety grade GIS data to be used in their 9-1-1 and NG9-1-1... - May 23, 2020 - GeoComm
Harris County Public Library Will Resume Curbside Pick-Up May 26th, 2020
Harris County Public Library (HCPL) has announced it will resume no-contact, curbside pick-up service starting Tuesday, May 26th, 2020 - May 21, 2020 - Harris County Public Library
Infographic by the Canadian Association for Safe Supply Educates BC About Drug Safety Concerns
Be informed and understand BC's prescription supply options. - May 20, 2020 - Canadian Association for Safe Supply
Bid4Assets to Host First-Ever Online Tax Sale for Nye County, Nevada Treasurer
Over 580 tax defaulted properties will be offered in May 31 online auction. - May 20, 2020 - Bid4Assets Inc.
Petroleum Supplier Hightowers Petroleum Co. Keeps Ohio Running During COVID-19 Pandemic
Since March 24, mandatory “stay at home” orders have been in effect for the state of Ohio – excluding essential businesses. Despite the thousands of businesses forced to close their doors, one company has stepped up to keep the state running – laying the foundation for... - May 20, 2020 - Stephen L. Hightower
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power Installation for San Rafael City Hall & Police Department - City of San Rafael Increases Renewables & Saves Thousands
Novato and Sonoma-based SolarCraft, recently completed the installation of a 246 kW DC solar electric system at the San Rafael City Hall and Police Department facilities in San Rafael, Marin County, CA. Increasing the sustainability of their operations and reducing their power costs, installing a solar photovoltaic system will save San Rafael thousands in utility fees every year. - May 19, 2020 - SolarCraft
America’s Job Center is moving to Oldtown Salinas
America’s Job Center, also known as the One Stop Career Center, is moving to Oldtown Salinas. AJCC will be relocating to 344 Salinas Street in Salinas on Wednesday, May 27th, 2020. - May 16, 2020 - Monterey County Workforce Development Board
Meadows Bank Reports Total Equity Capital Growth of 18%
Meadows Bank, headquartered in Las Vegas, NV, announced its financial information as of March 31, 2020. - May 14, 2020 - Meadows Bank
American Police Officers Alliance Honors Fallen Officers During Virtual Candlelight Vigil
American Police Officers Alliance, a national political organization that works to defend strong police leadership in the political process, was proud to attend the National Law Enforcement Memorial Fund’s annual Candlelight Vigil last night. American Police Officers Alliance had planned to... - May 14, 2020 - American Police Officers Alliance
Digital Forensics Company Launches New Ready-to-Install, Completely Private Investigations Platform for Law Enforcement
Designed for large organizations, Social Links intelligence suite combines the ability to discover, map, search, find and monitor the social and dark web. - May 13, 2020 - Social Links
Texas RRC Approves 10-Year Oil Tax Credit for Use of Green EOR Technology
Leases can receive a 50% Severance tax break and production increase worth millions through use of AssurEOR biosurfactant treatments - May 13, 2020 - Locus Bio-Energy Solutions
Agile Rising Awarded NASA-OCIO Contract for Agile Subject Matter Expert (SME) Support
Agile Rising, LLC, awarded an advisory and assistance services contract to provide subject matter expertise in Agile transformation and consulting services for the Office of the CIO for NASA (OCIO), Applications Division. - May 11, 2020 - Agile Rising, LLC.
New Jersey Recreational Fisherman Requests Extension of Fishing Season
Today PlugBait Inc., a Chatham New Jersey company that provides bait and tackle for commercial and recreational fisherman in NJ and beyond launched a Change.org petition directed to the Governor Phil Murphy of New Jersey to help convince the NJ Department of Game and Fishing to extend the Fishing... - May 11, 2020 - PlugBait Inc.
Law Firm Gives $500 Daily to Local Essential Workers
To recognize and show appreciation for the effort of essential workers to keep Arizona running and healthy, local law firm Phillips Law Group will reward one Arizona essential worker with $500 every day from May 10 through June 9. - May 10, 2020 - Phillips Law Group
Monterey County, California Selects GeoComm for GIS Maintenance Project
GeoComm is excited to announce they have been selected by Monterey County, California for a three year GIS maintenance project. This project will help ensure Monterey County has high quality Public Safety Grade GIS data needed for their Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system and support for the new... - May 10, 2020 - GeoComm
The Cassata Family Donates 1000 N95 Facemasks, 100 Meals and $15,000 to Huntington Hospital
On Tuesday May 5, 2020 Rosario S. Cassata, President and Trustee of The Cassata Foundation along with his wife Carolyn, made a donation to Huntington Hospital of 1000 N95 face masks to the medical personnel, provided 100 meals from NY Panini to the employees and staff, and made a monetary donation... - May 07, 2020 - The Cassata Foundation
Nordic Temperature Control Aims to Boost Funds for Local Food Bank in the Skagit Valley During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Nordic Temperature Control, a leading HVAC company in the Puget Sound region, recently announced its plan to help boost funds for a local food bank in the Skagit Valley. Nordic plans to donate 50% of their Commercial and Residential HVAC maintenance and tune-up services through May 30. “With... - May 02, 2020 - Nordic Temperature Control
GeoComm Selected by Lake County Florida for GIS Assessment and Improvement Project
GeoComm is excited to announce being selected by Lake County, Florida for a GIS project aimed at preparing their GIS data for the mission critical role it will play in future NG9-1-1 systems. The project will utilize GeoComm’s proven assess, improve, maintain approach for achieving public... - May 01, 2020 - GeoComm
Everblock Flooring Joins South Carolina National Guard to Use Portable Industrial Flooring Tiles for Remote Tent Access for COVID-19 Relief
EverBlock Flooring’s EverBase 3 industrial flooring modules were used by the South Carolina National Guard to rapidly install over 32,000 sq/ft of flooring in tented structures set up outside of hospitals across the region. - May 01, 2020 - EverBlock Systems, a Division of Versare Solutions
The Monterey County Workforce Development Board is Moving to Oldtown Salinas
The Monterey County Workforce Development Board is moving on May 7th and 8th, 2020. The MCWDB will be relocating its main office to 344 Salinas Street in Oldtown Salinas. “We’ve been planning this move for over a year now,” said Executive Director, Christopher Donnelly. - May 01, 2020 - Monterey County Workforce Development Board
In Response to COVID-19 Ocean State Shields Launches in RI
Rhode Island startup Ocean State Shields is launching a curated portfolio of non-toxic antimicrobial barriers and products in response to COVID-19. In collaboration with CT based SD Labs, this affordable and durable line of innovations is a new way to help in the re-opening of Rhode Island's economy. - April 29, 2020 - Ocean State Shields
Photo Essay: Aircraft Towing Systems’ Purchase of Abandoned Boeing 727 Reveals Aviation History
When Aircraft Towing Systems World Wide LLC recently purchased an abandoned Boeing 727 left at the Ardmore Industrial Airpark in 2007, little did ATS CEO/Vice President Vince Howie know the former Kitty Hawk Air Cargo jet would act like a time capsule from 2007. Editors Note: This photo essay features more than 12 photos and cutlines to be downloaded at https://www.dropbox.com/sh/9htgbn7odwx93i2/AACDGVaB8EOVx4FfgqyUje9da?dl=0 - April 28, 2020 - Aircraft Towing Systems World Wide LLC
Alternate E Source Announces the Release of New SmartXcan
Alternate E Source, provider of Kentix IoT smart sensor technologies, announces The release of SmartXcan - state of the art fever detection system designed for accuracy, ease of use, and fast analysis. - April 22, 2020 - Alternate E Source
A.E.R. Consulting Services, LLC Named a 2020 Forbes Small Giants Finalist
For the first time in Company History, Administrative/Process Management Company A.E.R. Consulting Services, LLC has been named a Forbes Small Giants finalist. - April 20, 2020 - A.E.R. Consulting Services, LLC
Making a Face Mask? Beware of Bad Advice: BILT App Provides 3D Instructions Per CDC
There is a flood of bad instructions for DIY mask making online. The posted CDC recommendations aren't intuitive, but BILT has animated them in 3D and is providing them free via the BILT app. Far better than trying to make sense of a YouTube video, BILT helps beginners make a mask that can be used more than once. - April 17, 2020 - BILT Incorporated
MAi Research Finds Many Are Worried and Anxious But Hopeful as We Move Into a COVID-19 Easter Weekend
Consumers’ Emotional Response to the Coronavirus Pandemic - April 11, 2020 - MAi Research
Kelly Ford & INFINITI of Melbourne Offers Support for Active Healthcare Workers, First Responders and Military Personnel
As a way of supporting our local heroes, the Kelly Automotive Group, including Kelly Ford and INFINITI of Melbourne is announcing a discount off automotive service, for anyone actively employed as a healthcare worker, first responder or member of the military. - April 06, 2020 - Kelly Automotive Group
Kidney Community Applauds the Administration’s Recently Announced Regulatory Relief for Kidney Care Providers and Patients
Recommendations from Kidney Care Partners Adopted and Approved by Administration - April 03, 2020 - Kidney Care Partners
Enforsys Enhances Its CAD/RMS Features to Support First Responders During Crisis
Enforsys announces new tools to allow Police Agencies to track and manage COVID-19 cases among other new tools. - April 03, 2020 - Enforsys
Dawn F. Jackson Honored as a VIP Member for 2020 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Dawn F. Jackson of Apopka, Florida has been honored as a VIP Member for 2020 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of fire dispatch and publishing. These important people exemplify tenacity. They realize that in... - March 31, 2020 - Strathmore Worldwide