North Carolina: Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill News
Winner of the $25,000 Grand Prize of 10th Annual Duke Start-Up Challenge to be Announced April 16 by Keynote Speaker Duke Alumnus Aaron Patzer ‘02, Founder & CEO Mint.com
The 10th Annual Duke Start-Up Challenge (DSC), the premiere entrepreneurship competition at Duke University, and the Duke Global Entrepreneurship Network (DukeGEN), announced today that Aaron Patzer, founder and CEO of Mint.com will be the keynote speaker for the Grand Finale Event on Friday, April 16, 2010. This event is the culmination of Duke’s year-long entrepreneurship competition that included a record 109 entries in the Elevator Pitch, Executive Summary, and Investor Pitch Competitions. - April 14, 2010 - Duke Global Entrepreneurship Network
Blue Devil on a New Playing Field
As basketball season crowns Duke's Blue Devils as champions, new competition dribbles on the sealant court for the Blue Devil Head Gasket Sealant. - April 07, 2010 - USA Sealants
New Book on Teen Depression: "Save the Teens: Preventing Suicide, Depression and Addiction"
“Save the Teens: Preventing suicide, depression and addiction” written by Carolyn C. Zahnow, gives help and hope for those whose lives are touched by teens by providing the signs of depression and substance abuse – all in an effort to prevent the loss of life by suicide. - April 05, 2010 - Carolyn C. Zahnow, author
Local LASIK Surgeon Recognized: 2009 U.S Top 50 Surgeon
Dr. Dean Dornic, a leading LASIK surgeon and Medical Director of Laser Eye Center of Carolina in Cary, NC has been distinguished as a 2009 Top 50 Surgeon in the U.S. by Sightpath Medical. The surgeon was chosen from hundreds of surgeons nationwide. Sightpath has recognized Dr. Dean Dornic as a... - April 02, 2010 - Dr Dean Dornic
Pure One™ DHA Maker Brings a Heart to Algae Oil, Calls on India’s Distributors to Learn More About New Vegetarian Source of Omega-3s
The export of algae oil omega-3s is a contribution that the United States of America can make to the world. “It is not the algae oil for fuel ideas being spun around, it is the 100's of millions of dollars annual world market for algae oil foods and nutraceuticals, something distributors in India should know more about,” says Dr. Scott Doughman, founder of Source-Omega in the US. - March 31, 2010 - Source-Omega
Pure One™ Algae Oil Champion Endorsement: Source-Omega Teams-Up with the Iron-Doc™
The Iron-Doc™ is a “well oiled machine” and Pure One™ algae oil omega-3s may have something to do with that. The Iron-Doc™ is training for competitions held around the world. Pure One™ producer Source-Omega sponsors the Iron-Doc™ to help give him a pure, sustainable advantage. - March 29, 2010 - Source-Omega
Source-Omega Files for Patent Protections in the US for Algae Oil “Metabolic Ratio” and Uses for Serving Diabetes
Source-Omega company founder Scott Doughman, Ph.D., announced this week filing of their first non-provisional US patent application titled "Product and Use of Omega-3s Matching Human Tissue Ratios for Treatment of Inflammatory and Other Conditions." - March 26, 2010 - Source-Omega
GFA Consulting Inc., Owned by Gonzalo Fernández, is Expanding Its Business Scope Into the Media Business Segment, by Representing an Author and Two Music Groups
GFA Consulting Inc. have arranged to have Gonzalo Fernández, author of Cuba's Primer-Castro's Earring Economy, at bookstores in South Florida, and Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill in North Carolina, for book readings events in the near future. The author's wife, Teresa, will present short programs of Cuban songs at the book readings. - March 24, 2010 - Gonzalo Fernández
New Book Explores the Truth About Cuba and the Castro Dictartorship from a Social and Political Perspective
The general public in America has always had a fascination with Cuba - from cigars to Castro - and Gonzalo Fernández's new book, "Cuba's Primer - Castro's Earring Economy" provides an in depth knowledge for the country's historical background from independence wars and Spanish American war over Cuba to current conditions on the Island. - March 03, 2010 - Gonzalo Fernández
Small Book Publisher Authors and Publishes Eight Books in the First Year
Paw Print Productions (www.pawprintbooks2009.com) founder Deb Thompson began writing as a hobby but quickly turned that into a second career by writing and publishing her own books and the books of others. Thompson's books span the gamut from children's stories to WWI to humor and suspense. - February 28, 2010 - Paw Print Productions
What the 2010 Spring Color Trend Says About Our Mood
Two leading color and aura experts, Elizabeth Harper and Kala Ambrose are traveling around the US this year, to discuss the power and presence of color in your life and how it affects you on the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual levels. Teaching together at the prestigious Omega Institute in New York in July 2010, one of their first stops of the spring season begins right here in Raleigh, NC as they hold a 3 Day Event on March 4th, 5th, and 6th, hosted by Spiritual Frontiers Fellowship. - February 23, 2010 - The Explore Your Spirit with Kala Show
New Website is a Winner for Advertisers and Visitors
There’s a new Website online that promises to be a win-win proposition for everyone who touches it. Raffleclicks.com provides traffic for advertisers, great prizes for raffle players, money to important social causes, and a revenue stream that will help a family get out of debt. The premise... - February 16, 2010 - Freedom Innovations LLC
Skin Care for Athletes Goes to the 2010 Winter Olympics
Skin Care for Athletes Sponsors Two U.S. Olympians at the Vancouver Winter Olympics - February 10, 2010 - Morning Indigo, LLC
Local Counseling Practice Offers Low Cost Therapy
If you don’t have insurance, good counseling will cost you $125 an hour, right? Yes, but a local group counseling practice is finding ways to lower costs and provide more affordable therapy options. Lifescapes Counseling Associates has always accepted insurance and offered a sliding scale... - January 15, 2010 - Lifescapes Counseling Associates, PLLC
Uncertain Times Herald Motivational Book for the New Year─The 99th Match
“Celestine Publishing announced the release of its newest publication, The 99th Match. It is a fictional account based on a true story meant to inspire anyone facing challenging times and brings with it a message of hope, determination and endurance.” - December 31, 2009 - Celestine Publishing, LLC
Iflexion Announces Its 2010 Events Calendar
Iflexion is delighted to announce its plan for development for the fast approaching 2010. - December 21, 2009 - Iflexion
10th Annual Duke Start-Up Challenge Announces Winners of Elevator Pitch Competition
The 10th Annual Duke Start-Up Challenge announced today that Biogenic Medical Devices, led by Garrett Muramoto (MBA’11), took home the Judge’s Choice award of $1000 and The Produce Purity Project, led by Stephanie Fruth (MBA’11), won the Audience Choice award of $250 and a special gift of $500 from lead judge Bill Maris, Co-Founder of Google Ventures. A video recording of the event is available on the Start-Up Challenge website at www.dukestartupchallenge.org. - December 08, 2009 - Duke Global Entrepreneurship Network
10th Annual Duke Start-Up Challenge Finals Webcast Friday
Google Venture’s Bill Maris leads the Judges for Elevator Pitch Competition - November 20, 2009 - Duke Global Entrepreneurship Network
US Medical Supplies Introduces Nirvana Swing Recliners
US Medical Supplies is pleased to announce the addition of a new line of swing recliners from Nirvana Swing Company. - November 20, 2009 - US Medical Supplies
Bank ATM Downtime Reduced and Costly Technician Visits Eliminated by ATM Power Manager Product from Data Connections Inc.
Data Connections Inc, announces the ATM Power Manager product line. The ATM Power Manager will reduce ATM downtime, and eliminate technician site visits to Bank ATMs to perform a power shut down and restart. - November 17, 2009 - Data Connections Inc
Over 500 Poker Players Flock to the World Tavern Poker Open 9, Las Vegas, NV
Players from all over the country came to compete in nationals during the World Tavern Poker Open. This season a record number of World Tavern Poker Players attended the event. To say this season’s Open was a success would be the understatement of the year. Elaborate costumes, secret... - November 12, 2009 - World Tavern Entertainment
Balfour Beatty Construction Selected for $25 Million Contract with Guilford County Schools
In a joint venture with D.H. Griffin Construction, Balfour Beatty Construction was selected by Guilford County Schools to manage construction of $25 million in additions and renovations to Ragsdale High School in Jamestown, North Carolina. The school originally opened in 1959, and its renovation... - November 04, 2009 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Website Backup Service Company Offers Do-It-Yourself Advice
BackupMyWebSite.biz, an online backup service designed specifically for web sites, just published an article to help users backup their own websites. - October 24, 2009 - Jotada.com
Business Coach Kevin Brimhall Launches New Web Site to Assist Companies, Professionals
Kevin Brimhall, a Raleigh, NC-based business coach and consultant, and president of JFD Performance Solutions, is pleased to announce the launch of their newly designed Web site at www.jfdperfsolutions.com. The redesign makes accessible more comprehensive information about JFD Performance... - October 20, 2009 - JFD Performance Solutions
Michael Jackson Costumes Running Out
Even a casual search for Michael Jackson at the top Halloween costume websites shows that the pop king's digs are very popular this year. Most of the major styles are out of stock, and there's only 1 or 2 left at even the biggest internet stores. - October 03, 2009 - Moon Costumes
MoBo Entertainment Proudly Presents Its First Feature Film, 'The Consequences of My Sins'
MoBo Entertainment proudly presents its first feature film, 'The Consequences of My Sins', now available on DVD. DVD available on Amazon.com, also available at moboentertainment.com - September 17, 2009 - MoBo Entertainment, Inc
Synergic Alliance Announces Official Launch and Outlines Available Services
Synergic Alliance announces official launch and outlines available services Raliegh, NC - Synergic Alliance, a leading provider of business improvement services, is pleased to announce its official launch and outline of available services. Synergic Alliance was founded by a group of local business... - August 28, 2009 - Synergic Alliance
Greek Fiesta Returns to Central NC Pagan Pride Day
For the 3rd year in a row, Greek Fiesta will provide concessions at Central NC Pagan Pride Day. - August 21, 2009 - Central NC Pagan Pride Day Festival
Safety First: New National Patient Safety Goals Database Software
Round Peg Enterprises announces the release of Safety First, a database software application designed to help healthcare organizations meet Joint Commission's regulatory requirements for National Patient Safety Goals. - August 19, 2009 - Round Peg Enterprises
Pabst Productions Chooses Pingdom for Service and Uptime Monitoring
Pabst Productions, a leading provider of electronic media and software solutions, announced today that they have chosen Pingdom to provide real-time monitoring and availability information for all hosted customer systems. Pingdom, a Sweden based company, provides uptime and availability monitoring... - August 15, 2009 - Pabst Productions, Inc.
Regarding Joey Buttafuoco Defamation of Character Lawsuit Threat, Mary Jo Buttafuoco Tells PR.com, "I’ll Defend it to the Death"
Mary Jo Buttafuoco tells PR.com that she stands by her claim that ex-husband Joey Buttafuoco is a “sociopath,” in a revealing interview striking back at Joey’s threat of a lawsuit. - August 14, 2009 - PR.com
Allison Dawn Public Relations Launches New Website and Logo
Allison Dawn PR launches a new website to showcase their media placements, press release services and marketing services. - August 06, 2009 - Full Scale Media Group LLC
Proficient Health Announces the Release of Its Flagship Application Proficient Orders to Efficiently Manage the Communications Between Physicians and Outpatient Center
Local Triad entrepreneurs ahead of the curve. - July 22, 2009 - Proficient LLC
Pay It Forward - Explore Your Spirit with Kala Ambrose and Help a Non-Profit Org.
Kala Ambrose's book, 9 Life Altering Lessons: Secrets of the Mystery Schools Unveiled (Reality Press) is featured in Edgar Cayce's A.R.E. Summer Catalog. If you're interested in the esoteric teachings of ancient Egyptian Mystery Schools, what they taught and how you can study these lessons and use... - July 21, 2009 - The Explore Your Spirit with Kala Show
New Patent Opens New Avenues for Petroleum Hydrocarbon Remediation
Current research firmly overrides previous scientific belief that petroleum and other aromatic hydrocarbons do not respond to anaerobic decontamination. A recent patent license agreement between EOS Remediation and the full-service global consulting firm Delta Consultants adds a highly effective approach to EOS Remediation’s stable of anaerobic bioremediation products, providing customers an innovative, cost-effective solution for petroleum hydrocarbon remediation. - July 16, 2009 - EOS Remediation, LLC
Superior Walk-in Tubs - The Safest Way to Enjoy a Deep Soaking Bath Without Having to Step Over the Rim or Lay Down on the Bottom of the Tub. Worry Free Bathing.
These state of the art hydrotherapeutic Walk-in Bathtubs will prolong your independence in the bathroom and add to your quality of life in the home. There is no better way to remain active in the home and bathroom. The Walk in Tub will offer you an easier way to step into the tub without having the worry of stepping over the existing bathtub wall. The molded seat inside the tub will allow you to sit down comfortable and receive a bath without the struggle of getting up off the floor of the tub. - July 09, 2009 - Superior Walk In Tubs
Davis Park Announces New 2009 Pricing on Lofts, Townhomes and Condominiums in Research Triangle Park, NC
New 2009 Prices Propel Sales At Davis Park in Research Triangle Park, NC Upward 25% in Less Than One Week - July 03, 2009 - Davis Park Realty
Dr. Bob Borden, PE, Joins Pollution Engineering Hall of Innovators
For 40 years, Pollution Engineering has provided must-read information for engineers in pollution control for air, wastewater and remediation. In May, the publication invited Dr. Bob Borden to join its Hall of Innovators. In the publication’s words, Dr. Borden joins the “many people [who] over the years have improved the quality of life for people around the world” and whose work means that “our air is cleaner, our water is cleaner and many of our wastes are reused to benefit others.” - June 13, 2009 - EOS Remediation, LLC
New Reference Book on the Market; Caregiving Simplified/Navigating the Medical Insurance Maze/Best Healthcare Product Reference Guide.... By Laurin Grey
"Caregiving Simplified" reference guide contains valuable caregiving resource information, will help you navigate the medical insurance maze with confidence, and will provide you with the best healthcare product guide, to insure the best care possible. This careging reference guide will also assist family members when caring for a loved one at home. - May 29, 2009 - Laurin Grey/Author
Dr Dean Dornic Certified to Perform Artificial Cornea Transplant
Eye Specialists of Carolina annonced that medical director, Dr. Dean Dornic, has been certified to perform corneal transplants with the Alphacor artificial cornea. A shortage in donor corneas or graft rejection leaves millions of patients worldwide blind from corneal disorders. An artificial cornea, the AlphaCor implant has been developed to help ameliorate the problem. Dr. Dean Dornic of Raleigh, NC is the first private practice ophthalmologist in North Carolina to be certified in its use. - April 27, 2009 - Dr Dean Dornic
Pabst Productions Partners with Tucows to Provide Managed Internet Services
Pabst Productions, a leading provider of electronic media and software solutions, today announced that they have entered into Reseller agreements with Tucows to provide enhanced managed internet services. Based in Ontario, Canada, Tucows, a leading provider of internet services and products,... - March 27, 2009 - Pabst Productions, Inc.
Beautorium Announces the Launch of the Trilogy Age Proof Range
Beautorium announces their debut of Trilogy’s much awaited “Age Proof” range of natural anti-aging skincare. Trilogy, the New Zealand brand making big waves in the organic cosmetics world, launches another natural skincare breakthrough with its Age Proof Range. Trilogy Age Proof... - March 25, 2009 - Beautorium
Twilaughs.com Announces the Release of Twilaughs: A Major Motion Picture Parody - the First of Its Kind in a Humorous Series on This New Generation of Vampires
Twilaughs.com announces the release of Twilaughs: A Major Motion Picture Parody - a compilation of comic relief and humorous illustrations, on the eve of the next twifan feeding and dubbed by its author Stephan E. Myers as perhaps the largest twihumor collection available - the first of its kind in its own series. Myers says “Let the laughter begin!” - March 18, 2009 - Twilaughs.com
Ascent Adventure Consultants: Building Into the Stability and Success of Raleigh NC Businesses
Ascent Adventure Consultants, Apex North Carolina based corporate team building experts and professional rock climbing guides, have created two unique team building programs that are designed to build confidence, stability, loyalty, unity, success, and ultimately profitability into the businesses in the Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill area. - March 18, 2009 - Ascent Adventure Consultants LLC
Feat First Inc. Unveils Trailer-Less Touring Accessory
Combining a rugged case with a proven mounting system, TUFFLINX delivers a clever solution for riders seeking additional cargo space. - March 17, 2009 - Feat First Incorporated
Randy Carlton Hunsucker Releases “Poetry 5.0”
“Difficult to dislike…youth(ful)…not quickly forgotten" - Jack Huber. First Book of Poetry by North Carolina Native Readable, Deep and Engaging. - March 13, 2009 - Randy Carlton Hunsucker
New Children's Book from Capstone Productions Teaches That God is Not so Distant When a Child Needs Help
A touching new storybook helps children understand how to reach and communicate with God. - March 10, 2009 - Capstone Productions LLC
Eco-modernism Lessens the Biggest Pain of Kitchen Renovation: The Wait
The biggest source of pain during a kitchen remodel is being without a functioning kitchen. So Raleigh based Eco-modernism has introduced the Ecomod Extreme Kitchen Makeover Package, which guarantees a completed kitchen renovation in 2 weeks. - March 07, 2009 - Eco-modernism
New Hope in Cancer Treatment for Dogs: PharmaCom BioVet’s Veterinary Oncology Treatment Centers
“We lost three of our Siberian Huskies …close family members, to cancer.” The Bertholds vowed, “We would spend the rest of our lives for the sake of our living dogs — in addition to all other dogs — attempting to find better, improved cancer treatments.” PharmaCom BioVet is truly “a union of compassion and technology.” - March 03, 2009 - PharmaCom BioVet
High-Growth CEO Forum™ to Start Southeast Operations in Charlotte; Susan Gauff Selected as Leader
The Catlin & Cookman Group expands to the Southeast to offer their successful High-Growth CEO Forums(TM) for investor-back companies. Susan Gauff will lead the Southeast operations from Charlotte, NC. More than 70 members currently participate in Forums worldwide and, on average, have experienced 75% CAGR after one year. Participants are currently being recruited from the Carolinas, Georgia and Florida. - February 27, 2009 - The Catlin & Cookman Group