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Balfour Beatty Construction Completes Pro-Bono Services Services for Fort Worth Police and Firefighters Memorial
Balfour Beatty Construction recently completed pro-bono construction services on the Fort Worth Police and Firefighters Memorial. Located on the north end of Trinity Park along West 7th Street in Fort Worth, the memorial was dedicated on June 5, 2009. The dedication marked the culmination of 15... - June 11, 2009 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Boston Independence Day Tea Party Rally, a "Revolution Reborn" to be Held on Boston Commons and at Christopher Columbus Park
The "Tea Party" movement continues to grow. Over 2,000 attendees are expected to rally in Boston on July 4th in support of individual liberty and limited government. - June 11, 2009 - Foundation for Conservative Solutions, LLC
Kennedy Health Committee Draft Bill, Obama Proposals Resemble Ideas in Book by Dr. David Robinson
Dr. David Robinson’s new book, Transforming Body, Mind and Spirit – The NonDiet Way to Live Fit, Trim, Healthy for Life (Strategic) outlines future changes and reforms in health care and insurance that are now being resembled in a draft bill submitted by Sen. Edward M. Kennedy’s... - June 08, 2009 - David W. Robinson, D.C.
GM Bankruptcy Filing No Surprise for Lauren Companies
Forward-thinking, Diversification and Corporate Strength Keys to Future Growth of Lauren Manufacturing - June 05, 2009 - Lauren Manufacturing
All Pro Custom Cargo Trailers in the Spotlight
Trailer Superstore Showcases How Their Basic Cargo Trailers Are Becoming Far More Evolved Than A Piece of Equipment - June 04, 2009 - All Pro Trailer Superstore
DogsBite.org Releases Report: U.S. Police and Citizen Shootings of Pit Bulls 2008
The report shows that 40% of the incidences resulted in pit bull bite injury; in six cases, the injury led to death. 3% of the occurrences involved human bullet injury. - June 03, 2009 - DogsBite.org Incorporated
Conscious Business Experts and Co-Creators of BrandU Reveal a Vital Piece Missing in President Obama’s Belief that America's Economic Future Relies on Entrepreneurship
BrandU co-creators Kim Castle and Vito Montone reveal Obama's endorsement of entrepreneurism as a way to save the country is a small piece of the larger picture. Montone urges that in order for entrepreneurs to make an impact, they must first own their power and work with maximum focus. This can be done through a process called Unified Conscious Development, which Montone uses on his clients for business growth. Learn about BrandU's Business Profit System at www.myBrandU.com. - June 03, 2009 - Intention Products, LLC
NAMWOLF Appeals to New York State Public Service Commission to Increase Utilization of Minority and Women-Owned Businesses
The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms appealed to Garry Brown, Chairman of New York State’s Public Service Commission to adopt a plan to increase utilization of minority and women-owned firms with the state of New York. - June 03, 2009 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
NAMWOLF Lauds Wilbur Ross, Richard LeFrank on Formation of Diverse Team
The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms applauds Wilbur Ross on the formation of a diverse team to participate in the Treasury Department’s Public-Private Investment Program. - June 03, 2009 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
NAMWOLF Lauds Congressional Black Caucus for Support of Minority Firms
NAMWOLF supports The Congressional Black Caucus’s message to remember minority law firms during the rescue of the Financial System. - June 03, 2009 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
New Research Shows Severe National Security Threat Posed by Computer File-Sharing Networks
New research finds computers located in Iran, North Korea, China, and Russia scouring computer peer-to-peer file-sharing networks for information that could place national security at risk. - June 03, 2009 - ZapShares
UTRS Announces Award as 2009 SBA Regional Prime Contractor of the Year (Region II)
UTRS received the 2009 Small Business Administration award as Regional Prime Contractor of the Year for Region II. - June 02, 2009 - Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc.
OpsSoft, LLC Releases OpsCenter 1.0
OpsSoft, LLC today announced the release of version 1.0 of OpsCenter, the new version of the OpsSoft Security Portal. - June 01, 2009 - OpsSoft, LLC
Bob Robinson Files Committee to Run for State Representative in Eaton County
Committee filing by Bob Robinson for State Representative Election Committee for Eaton County, Michigan House District 71 - May 31, 2009 - Bob Robinson for State Representative Eaton County
The Voice Magazine Spotlights Judge Andrew Napolitano
The Voice magazine interviewed Judge Andrew Napolitano for its summer issue. Freedom fighters can listen to a sneak peak of the interview at online. - May 24, 2009 - The Voice Magazine
ELEKS Software Implements a New Customs System for the States of Jersey
ELEKS Software, a Ukrainian IT services and product company, has supplied a Customs system (CAESAR II) to Jersey, a self governing British Crown Dependency. - May 23, 2009 - ELEKS
Chordiem Join PR.com
Chordiem - one of the UK's best event management and theme specialist companies join PR.com - May 23, 2009 - Chordiem Limited
Champion-Arrowhead Chosen Converting All Their Plumbing Products to No‐lead, Nationwide, to Help Lower the Threat of Pollution and Toxic Substances
California law AB1953 is a major initiative focused on lowering the health threat of lead in pipes and plumbing fixtures. It revises the definition of “lead fee” within each component that comes into contact with the wetted surfaces of pipes and pipe fittings, plumbing fittings and fixtures. Effective January 1, 2010. Champion-Arrowhead is converting all of their plumbing products to no‐lead, nationwide and is focused on protecting drinking water through no-lead and back flow prevention. - May 21, 2009 - Champion-Arrowhead, LLC
The State of New York Has Awarded Scott, Gavin and Associates a 15 Year Contract to Provide Telecommunications Equipment & Services to NYS
Scott, Gavin and Associates, Inc. has been awarded New York State contract # PT64445 Comprehensive Telecommunications Equipment and Solutions in the following area(s): Key Systems, Private Branch Exchange, Area Networking Hardware and Software, ACD Systems, IVR Systems, Voice Mail, Network Cable & Fiber Optics. The contract period will be from March 20, 2009 – March 17, 2024. - May 21, 2009 - Scott, Gavin and Associates Inc.
America's Green Credentials Given a Huge Boost
The Vyouz entrepreneurs are back with a whole range of free websites to encourage the reuse of unwanted items. The ever-increasing network of green websites has been likened to the “Facebook of reusing and recycling” because of the enormous social networking opportunity it... - May 20, 2009 - Vyouz Ltd
LABTrack Introduces New Version of Electronic Lab Notebook
LABTrack leads the way for scientists, researchers and engineers in all fields to replace paper with a collaborative, searchable and flexible database. - May 19, 2009 - LABTrack, LLC
Galain Solutions, LLC Announces New Government Markets Blog
Galain Solutions, a government markets consultancy, announces release of new blog aimed at businesses seeking to grow their government business. - May 14, 2009 - Galain Solutions, LLC
Warning Systems CTO Receives OASIS Distinguished Contributor Award
Warning Systems, Inc. (WSI), provider of public alert and notification systems for emergency management, announced that the company’s Chief Technology Officer, Elysa Jones, was one of three recipients of the inaugural OASIS Distinguished Contributor award. WSI is dedicated to providing high quality, versatile, state-of-the-art hardware and software products and services for effectively alerting emergency management professionals, and the public in the event of emergencies. - May 13, 2009 - Warning Systems, Inc.
Town of North Kingstown Receives National Award for Public Safety Excellence
The Public Technology Institute recognizes the Town of North Kingstown with 2008-2009 Technology Solutions Award among some of the nation’s largest city competitors. - May 13, 2009 - Atrion Networking Corporation
Changing with Lean Six Sigma Colloquium, Marriott Putrajaya, 14th May 2009
LSS Academy Sdn Bhd, an MSC Status Company, is organising the inaugural Changing with Lean Six Sigma Colloquium that is scheduled to take place on the 14th May 2009 at Marriott Putrajaya, Selangor. The theme of the colloquium focuses on change that is required for Innovation, Cost Savings and Continuous Improvements in a Challenging Economic Climate. - May 12, 2009 - LSS Academy Sdn Bhd
Goldline International, Inc. Becomes the Exclusive Gold and Precious Metals Company of The Mark Levin Show
Precious metals company Goldline International, Inc. becomes sponsor of The Mark Levin Show hosted by Mark Levin, bestselling author of Liberty and Tyranny. - May 09, 2009 - Goldline International, Inc.
Chronicle Graphics Secures Trademark Registration
OnePager and TimeArrow product names registered with trademark office. - May 09, 2009 - Chronicle Graphics
IIMSAM’s Delegation to Arrive Qatar
The delegation is visiting Qatar on the invitation of IIMSAM’s Director (Middle East) and Goodwill Ambassador Dr. Naseer Shahir Homoud. During the official trip, the officials will visit to a number of organizations. - May 09, 2009 - IIMSAM
Rescue Blades Discounted for Fire Departments and Rescue Units
Diamond Blade Dealer offers discounted pricing on high quality Rescue Blades to fire departments and rescue units worldwide. - May 07, 2009 - Diamond Blade Dealer
Galain Solutions, LLC Announces New Partner Joining Firm
Galain Solutions, a government markets consultancy, announces Lorin Bristow, veteran government marketing expert, to join firm as partner. - May 06, 2009 - Galain Solutions, LLC
Balfour Beatty Construction and Walton Construction Awarded Fort Riley Replacement Hospital
The Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District, selected the joint venture team of Balfour Beatty Construction and Walton Construction to provide preconstruction services for the replacement hospital at Fort Riley, Kansas, with an option for construction services anticipated to be awarded in... - May 05, 2009 - Balfour Beatty Construction
DCIA Testifies at Congressional Hearing
CEO Addresses Problems with H.R. 1319 and Outlines Actions to Avoid Inadvertent File Sharing - May 05, 2009 - Distributed Computing Industry Association
Hand Sanitizer Manufacturer Well Stocked for Swine Flu Alcohol-Free Formula for H1N1 in Abundant Supply
Soapopular, the manufacturer of a non-alcohol based hand sanitizer product that’s proven to be effective against numerous viruses, including H1N1, is well-equipped to respond the current crisis and has experienced no shortage of inventory meeting the needs of government agencies, schools, health care facilities, major retailers and end consumers. - May 04, 2009 - Mischler Financial Group, Inc.
NAMWOLF Lauds Fannie Mae for New General Counsel Appointment
NAMWOLF lauds Fannie Mae’s appointment of Timothy J. Mayopoulos as Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary. - May 02, 2009 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Prescription Drug Abuse in Indian Country
Lamar Associates Announces New Training Program for Tribal law enforcement, health, education, and service providers. - May 01, 2009 - Lamar Associates
Miniature Titanium Pressure Sensor Available with USB Output
FUTEK Introduces PMP943 Miniature Pressure Sensor with USB option Contact: John Vargas or John Schnell at info@futek.com FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc. (FUTEK) has just added the PMP943 Miniature Pressure Sensor to their USB Sensor Solution Line. The new module with USB output eliminates... - April 30, 2009 - FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc.
Balfour Beatty Construction in Joint Venture Awarded the Parkland Replacement Hospital
As part of a joint venture team known as BARA, Balfour Beatty Construction was selected to manage construction of the Parkland Replacement Hospital for the Parkland Health & Hospital System in Dallas, Texas. The 1.9 million-square-foot facility will replace the existing 55-year old hospital,... - April 29, 2009 - Balfour Beatty Construction
AVID Soccer and the City of Palmdale Announce a Youth Academy Day Camp
AVID Soccer will host two camp sessions from June 22nd through June 26th. During this five day camp students will learn valuable soccer skills. The camp will include fundamental field skills, goal keeping, positional play, games, and awards. - April 29, 2009 - AVID Soccer Equipment Review
Swine Flu Update: US Declares Public Health Emergency -- Gallaway Safety Offering CDC Recommended N95 Respirator Face Masks for Swine Flu Protection
Gallaway Safety & Supply offers a full range of N95 respirator surgical masks as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to protect individuals against the current outbreak of swine influenza. - April 28, 2009 - Gallaway Safety & Supply
Eminent Domain Documentary "Begging for Billionaires" Slates May 2 World Premiere Events
Media advisory announcing events related to the World Premiere of the new documentary "Begging for Billionaires: The Attack on Property Rights in America. The film will be unveiled to the public at 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, in Minneapolis, Minn. during the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Film Festival's "Best of Fest" week. A panel discussion, fundraiser, after-screening party and live music have been scheduled. All ticket holders will be able to participate in all activities. - April 28, 2009 - Begging for Billionaires
NASGA, National Association to Stop Guardian Abuse, Objects to Florida Bill SB1718 / HB5117
NASGA responds to proposed Florida bill to raise filing fees for guardianships of elderly or disabled adults to $5,000, with an emphatic “No!” - April 27, 2009 - National Association to STOP Guardian Abuse
Industry Leader Updates Police Motorcycle Training Events Calendar
Calendar offers the most comprehensive list of police motorcycle training events on the Web. www.Setcomcorp.com/training.html - April 25, 2009 - Setcom Corporation
In the Company of Sacred Cows: a True Story of Organizational Turnaround
Newly released book "In The Company of Sacred Cows" tells the story of Ottawa based telecom producer Mitel Corporation’s struggle to survive during the last economic downturn – and its dramatic turnaround, led by authors Geoff Smith and Stephen Quesnelle. Together they worked to help the company emerge both competitive and 40 times more profitable. - April 22, 2009 - Sacred Cow Company
Wharton Welcome Weekend Keynote Speech Delivered by Alumnus and National Kidney Registry Founder & President, Garet Hil
Announcing Research Identifying $100 billion in U.S. Health Care Cost Savings. - April 18, 2009 - National Kidney Registry
Viruses, Spyware, Cyber Bullying, Predators, Sexting! What's the Next Digital Disease and Why This Institute's Program Holds the Cure
Not too long ago, the terms “predators” and “cyber bullying” were fixtures in national headlines, and prior to that, it was “spyware,” and prior to that, it was “Spam.” It does not make sense for our “experts,” doctors, media, kids, parents, educators, law enforcement and government to discuss problems facing our digital generation (especially our youth) after these issues become epidemics, because at that point, it is already too late. - April 17, 2009 - Institute of Responsible Online and Cell-phone Communication
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Film Festival Slates World Premiere of Eminent Domain Documentary "Begging for Billionaires" as "Best of Fest" Selection
Long-awaited public screening of "Begging for Billionaires: The Attack on Property Rights in America" slated for 3 p.m., Saturday, May 2, at the Oak Street Cinema, 309 Oak St. SE in Minneapolis, Minn. - April 16, 2009 - Begging for Billionaires
A2 Technologies PAL Series Analyzers Now Capable of Measuring Low Levels of Biodiesel Contamination in Diesel Fuel
The PAL series analyzers, when equipped with A2’s innovative TumblIR biodiesel sample interface, are now capable of measuring biodiesel concentrations in petrodiesel from as low as 0.025%, as required in certain applications such as the nuclear power industry, up to 20% (B20). - April 16, 2009 - A2 Technologies
State of New Jersey Awards Translation Plus Multi-Year Contract for Written English to Spanish Translation of State Documents and Materials
Translation Plus, a professional language solutions provider of translation, localization, and interpreting services, announces its selection as one of two translation companies to provide English to Spanish written translation for New Jersey State documents and materials. Translation Plus was... - April 16, 2009 - Translation Plus
War Room Logistics, LLC Offering Free Access to Florida Political Polling Information April 17 – 19, 2009
War Room Logistics, LLC, Florida's premier repository of political polling information, in an unprecedented move announces free and unfettered access to all polling information for one weekend only. The free weekend is from Friday, 8am April 17, 2009 until Sunday, 8PM April 19, 2009. Registration... - April 16, 2009 - War Room Logistics, LLC
Follow the Money: Who Controls New York City Mayors
Author Lynne Weikart puts a human face on each of New York City’s fiscal crises, analyzes their historical patterns, and compares the tenure of several mayors. This timely book, Follow the Money: Who Controls New York City Mayors, has become an invaluable book for those interested in the... - April 15, 2009 - FollowtheMoneyUS.com