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Circa 1886 Heads Outdoors for Independence Day Celebration

AAA Four Diamond, Mobil Four Star Charleston, S.C., restaurant Circa 1886 will host its third annual Sizzling Summer Celebration on the lawn of the Wentworth Mansion® hotel on July 4 at 7:30 p.m. The event will feature traditional Southern dishes hot off the grill, live music and a fabulous fireworks view. - May 29, 2008 - Circa 1886

BlimpShots Really Taking Off

Geocentric Productions, Inc. last year introduced a low-altitude aerial photography service called BlimpShots. Originally intended for the residential real estate market, BlimpShots have been able to fill a need in numerous other markets. Bill Breish, President of Geocentric Productions reports... - May 29, 2008 - Geocentric Productions, Inc.

Pirata Media Launches CMS Enabled Block Island Tourism Web Site

Bristol, RI based web site design firm Pirata Media, LLC today announced the web site launch for client Block Island Tourism Council (BITC), www.blockislandinfo.com, using Pirata Media’s POPstar™ Content Management System (CMS). - May 29, 2008 - Pirata Media LLC

World Dating Partners Teams with BuddyCheck for Age & ID Verification

World Dating Partners (WDP) today announced that they have selected BuddyCheck (http://www.BuddyCheck.name) to provide Age & ID Verification Services to its’ members. BuddyCheck understands that World Dating Partners’ objectives in searching for this initiative included securing... - May 29, 2008 - Telliss, LLC

New Podcast Website Brings Much Needed Voice to Small Business Owners

Encore! Advertising, a division of INR Enterprises, Inc, announces the launch of its newest product, toolsforsuccess.com. The Tools For Success website was created specifically to give business owners, managers and leaders a powerful and time efficient resource to connect with America's most... - May 29, 2008 - Tools For Success

New Job Board for Women at www.downtownwomensclub.com Has Recession-Proof Pricing ($30 for 30-Day Postings)

The Downtown Women's Club, a professional network and career website for women, has relaunched its website with recession-proof pricing on its new job board ($30 for 30-days). The goal is to encourage employers to hire women, as recent studies have shown that female employees can thrive better than male colleagues when switching companies during difficult times. - May 29, 2008 - DWC Services Inc.

Want To Be Productive?

Professionals looking for helpful productivity tips can find them on business related blogs like http://2bproductive.blogspot.com. - May 29, 2008 - Shirley Fine Lee

New Member Elected to The Ophelia Project's Board of Directors

The Ophelia Project welcomed County of Erie Department of Public Safety Chief of Operations, Ann Bloxdorf to its board of directors at the April 18 board meeting. "We are so pleased to welcome Ann to our organization,” said Mary A. Baird, president and CEO of The Ophelia Project. - May 29, 2008 - The Ophelia Project

Six Arrested Due to Detection by Sonitrol Pacific

Quick response by police to call from Sonitrol Pacific allows for six arrests and no damage to school. - May 29, 2008 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific

A Journey Into Color Trends for 2008

Julie LaTerra Homes, with her “Made From Scratch” ™ approach, launched another very successful event for consumers with her monthly “Girl’s Night Out.” Women had fun and relaxed as they enjoyed various wines, cheese, fresh fruit and hot Hor d’oeuvres and participated in an interactive seminar presented by a Julie LaTerra Homes Interior Designer. This was an inspiring journey into color, fabrics and design as they explored Pantone's 2008 Color Trends. - May 29, 2008 - Julie LaTerra Homes

St. Lucie, Florida DUI / DWI Lawyer Gerald T. Roden Joins 1800DUILaws.com

St. Lucie, Florida DUI / DWI lawyer Gerald T. Roden has joined the national drunk driving defense lawyer directory 1800DUILaws.com. Gerald T. Roden has represented thousands of clients on Florida’s Treasure Coast, and has the experience needed to fight any Florida DUI / DWI case. Florida DUI... - May 29, 2008 - 1800DUILaws.com

Taped Door Locks Allow Entry, Fail to Prevent Detection

Sonitrol Pacific detected activity inside a high school after the two suspects taped the door locks to allow the doors to close, but not lock. - May 29, 2008 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific

Sell Now. Relax All Summer. Innovative Marketing Entrepreneur Helps Work at Home Dads Steer Clear of Recession.

If a Dadpreneur is getting a new website or wants to update an existing one he can take advantage of professional search engine optimization and direct response copywriting services for a very deep discount. - May 29, 2008 - Sonya Carmichael Jones

Affliction Banned VIP Package Contest from Solis

As part of the "Affliction Banned" live MMA event between Fedor Emelianenko and Tim Sylvia, the Solis Company is offering a special promotional web only contest offering an exclusive VIP ticket package. Fans can enter the contest buy purchasing products from Affliction or Sinful clothing... - May 29, 2008 - SUSA Trading LLC (DBA SOLIS)

Universal Wrecking Corp Awarded Second Phase of Large Demolition Project

Universal Wrecking Corp., a premier demolition, scrap metal recycling and wrecking contractor that operates on a nationwide basis, was recently awarded the next phase of the demolition of a large manufacturing and warehousing facility in Pennsylvania. - May 29, 2008 - Universal Wrecking Corp

E-Payments Provider Saves Trinity College Time and Money

Trinity College Finds PaySimple Solution Easy to Use for Staff and Students. - May 29, 2008 - PaySimple

Aquarius Sports Group Signs Johnsonville Sausage as a Corporate Partner of D.C. United

Aquarius Sports Group, a full service sports marketing firm, specializing in property representation, corporate sponsorship consulting, and sponsorship activation has signed Johnsonville Sausage as a corporate partner of D.C. United. Johnsonville will be a sponsor of D.C. United & an RFK... - May 29, 2008 - Aquarius Sports Group

Bobby Valentino Releases Digital Only EP Titled "Come with Me"

Bobby Valentino’s latest release “Come With Me” is a digital only EP available at online retailers. This compilation consists of songs Bobby wrote and produced during some free time at the beginning of the year. States Bobby ”Come With Me - is really just me in the studio... - May 29, 2008 - Bobby Valentino

Torrey Hills Technologies, LLC Launches Online Store for Its Tungsten and Molybdenum Products

Torrey Hills Technologies, LLC today announced the launch of its newly designed online store, which sells high quality tungsten and molybdenum products directly to consumers and companies in the United States at http://www.torreyhillstech.com/mowshoponline.html. - May 29, 2008 - Torrey Hills Technologies, LLC

Torrey Hills Technologies, LLC Receives CE Certification for Its Three Roll Mill Lab Model

Torrey Hills Technologies, LLC announced today that it has received CE certification for its 2.5” x 5” Three Roll Mill Lab Model following an independent evaluation by VOV Certification and Testing Laboratory Limited in London. - May 29, 2008 - Torrey Hills Technologies, LLC

Stanford Ph.D. Tests Boundaries in “Amorous” Novel Set in Japan

Donna George Storey’s new novel, www.donnageorgestorey.com, challenges American stereotypes of Japan, Japanese men and literary erotica. She reads from her provocative novel at Booksmith, San Francisco on June 17 at 7pm. - May 29, 2008 - Donna George Storey

DRE Veterinary Taps Into Vet Market to Evolve Telemetry Products

An innovator of vet-specific telemetry products, DRE Veterinary works with its customers to refine its wireless monitoring systems. - May 29, 2008 - DRE Veterinary Equipment

WSI of Richmond Seeks Participants in Worldwide Golf Tournament

Scott Garber, Internet Marketing Consultant with WSI of Richmond, announces the WSI Worldwide Golf Tournament to support the ‘Make Child Poverty History’ foundation. The tournament will be held on June 20, 2008 and all Richmond area golfers are invited to participate. Additional information can be found at: www.wsistrategicinnovations.com/blog.aspx. - May 29, 2008 - WSI of Richmond

From Subprime to Sandwiches

Casualties of the Mortgage Fallout Create Something Tasty from the Wreckage - May 29, 2008 - Lazy Lunches

Old Catholic Clergy Ordination Set for Baltimore, MD

Sharp increase in vocations to the Old Catholic Priesthood brings a new level of service to the city of Baltimore. Archbishop cites a renewed concern in the US for the environment, the less fortunate, and the marginalized that is calling people to action. - May 29, 2008 - North American Old Catholic Church

Donald Droppo, CEO of Curtis Packaging, Talks About Growing Through Going Green -- in Luxury Packaging on The CEO Show with Robert Reiss

Donald Droppo, Sr., CEO, talks about Curtis Packaging’s “Luxuriously Responsible”™ concept which provides sustainable packaging -- on the CEO Show with Robert Reiss. Droppo discusses the rewards of going “green”, building the business with dedicated people, and using technology to keep competitive. Droppo tells how Curtis Packaging became the first luxury packaging manufacturer to be 100% carbon neutral, receiving highly positive customer responses from these environmentally advanced products. - May 29, 2008 - Reissource, LLC

ConnectRealty.com, Announced That Its Board of Directors Has Named David M. Boatner to Serve as the Company's Chief Executive Officer and President

ConnectRealty.com, Inc., headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas announced that its board of directors has named David M. Boatner to serve as the company's Chief Executive Officer and President. David Boatner has over 25 years of executive leadership, sales & marketing, technology and real... - May 29, 2008 - Connect Realty.com, Inc.

Connect Realty.com, Inc., Headquartered in the Woodlands, Texas Today Announced the Appointment of Randy L. Almaguer to the New Position of Chief Operating Officer

Connect Realty.com, Inc., headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas today announced the appointment of Randy L. Almaguer to the new position of Chief Operating Officer. This announcement comes just months after the appointment of David M. Boatner as the companies President & CEO. “He is an... - May 29, 2008 - Connect Realty.com, Inc.

DecisionHealth Offers Solutions to Assist Health Care Organizations Survive CMS’ Hospital-Physician Relationship Scrutiny

DecisionHealth™ educates compliance professionals on the latest hospital-physician restrictions and requirements and offers solutions to help professionals maintain strict compliance while still building profitable business relationships with other providers as CMS and other government agencies turn up the heat on potential fraud, anti-kickback and Stark violations. - May 29, 2008 - DecisionHealth

SellMyBusiness.com Receives More Than a Half Million Visits First Month, Attracts 300-Plus New Users Daily

SellMyBusiness.com has experienced a successful first month following its early April launch. Exceeding initial expectations, the online exchange community has received more than a half million visits, while averaging 300-plus new site users per day. Additionally, visitors are spending an average of more than 12 minutes per visit and are committing to nearly 5,000 page views each day. To date, 811 new businesses for sale have been added to the site. - May 29, 2008 - SellMyBusiness.com

R. Baker and Son All Industrial Services Celebrates 73 Years in Business

R. Baker & Son All Industrial Services, an expert dismantlement, demolition, plant relocation and decommissioning contractor, recently celebrated their 73rd year in business. In 1932 the company founder, Robert Baker, started the company with a Brockway truck and worked out of the old prospect... - May 29, 2008 - R. Baker and Son All Industrial Services

Weiss & Hughes Publishing Inc. Adds TriadLiving Magazine

The publishers of Wake Living, Luxury Homes of the Triangle and Fifteen501 magazines have added the Triad’s top lifestyle publication to its family of magazines. The company has acquired TriadLiving magazine, the Triad’s premier lifestyle publication, expanding its reach from just west... - May 29, 2008 - Wake Living

Teachers and Administrators Invited to Attend Reunion Reception

The St. Helens High School Class of 1988 has extended an invitation to their teachers and administrators to attend the reunion welcome reception. - May 29, 2008 - St. Helens High School Class of 1988 Reunion Committee

Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston Builder Services Representative Wins MAME Award

Debbie Houston, president of Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston Builder Services (www.hpwnewhomes.com), has announced that builder representative Ashley Wilson was awarded a Major Achievement in Marketing and Excellence (MAME) Award for Silver Top Producer. Wilson had more than $29 million in... - May 29, 2008 - Coldwell Banker Howard Perry And Walston

Verragio Launches the New Insignia Collection of Engagement Rings

Verragio is set to launch a new addition to their exquisite line of engagement rings and wedding bands. Labeled the Insignia Collection, these unique rings fuse intricacy with simplicity to form a timeless look in a bride-to-be’s most coveted possession. The new Insignia Collection of... - May 29, 2008 - Verragio

ClickCulture Named Web Agency of Record for Plaza Leasing

Lloyd Jacobs, CEO of ClickCulture, Inc. (www.clickculture.com), has announced that the firm has been named the interactive agency of record for Plaza Associates, Inc., a diversified management company specializing in commercial retail development whose clients include Crabtree Valley Mall and Kanki... - May 29, 2008 - ClickCulture

Fuentek Cosponsors Excellence Fund Scholarship for UNC-Chapel Hill School of Medicine Student

Laura A. Schoppe, president of Fuentek, LLC (www.fuentek.com), has announced that the firm is cosponsoring a scholarship for a medical student at UNC-Chapel Hill through the Excellence Fund. The Excellence Fund provides support for programs in UNC Hospitals and the School of Medicine through... - May 29, 2008 - Fuentek, LLC

Deacom Launches ERP Software Training Program

The producer of the DEACOM Integrated Accounting and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software System, Deacom, Inc. announces today the launch of Deacom University, an accredited program designed to train users of all levels in each area of the DEACOM System. Held monthly at Deacom headquarters... - May 29, 2008 - Deacom

Virtual Assistance Gives Single Moms the Opportunity to Stay Home with Their Kids

Many single mothers need to work in order to provide for their families, but virtual assistance helps provide one with the ability to work at home and stay with her child. - May 29, 2008 - All American Admin

REI Systems Attains CMMI Level 3 Certification for Systems and Software Engineering

REI Systems Continues Its Commitment to Delivery Excellence by Attaining the Internationally Recognized Rating for Superior Quality. - May 29, 2008 - REI Systems, Inc

Sonitrol Pacific Operator Detects Break-in at School

The actions of a Sonitrol Pacific operator led police to arrest one suspected intruder at a Washington elementary school. - May 29, 2008 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific

Jennifer A. Luebke Joins The DiLeone Law Group, P.C.

Raleigh Law Firm Hires New Attorney. - May 29, 2008 - The DiLeone Law Group, P.C.

War Room Logistics' Poll Shows John Mccain Leads Barack Obama in Florida, Democratic Voters Not Happy, Economy Remains Number One Issue

In a poll of registered voters in the state of Florida, WRL reports Republican John McCain with a 12.6% point lead over Democrat Barack Obama among voters that have definitely made up their minds. (McCain 38.6%: Obama 26%) When voters who are unsure of their choice were asked “which way do... - May 29, 2008 - War Room Logistics, LLC

SubscriberBASE Announces Expansion of Offline Marketing Division in Chicago

SubscriberBASE Inc. announced today the relocation of its offline marketing division to a new office in the heart of downtown Chicago. The company is expanding its offline division after experiencing an explosive growth in demand for their data. The relocation will help further strengthen... - May 29, 2008 - SubscriberBASE, Inc.

Corbis Appoints Cordon Press as New Editorial Representative in Spain

Corbis Aims for Growth in Newspaper and Magazine Markets through Partnership with Spain’s Number One Photo Agency. - May 29, 2008 - Corbis Corporation

NAFA Hands Out 5th Excellence in Education Award

The Excellence in Education Award was handed out to Matt Betz at NAFA's 2008 Institute & Expo in Salt Lake City. - May 29, 2008 - NAFA Fleet Management Association

First Fridays Returns

The Erie Art Museum will see the return of First Fridays, a preschool program offered to children 3 to 6 years old and their families. Children and their families will be able to participate in the program on June 6, 2008 from 10 to 11 a.m.; the cost is $5 per child. This program, directed by... - May 29, 2008 - Erie Art Museum