Crescent State Bank, the wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation, (Nasdaq SmallCap CRFN) has announced that Alex Macklin will serve as a member of the Holly Springs Chamber of Commerce’s Ambassador’s Club. In this volunteer position, Macklin will represent the Holly Springs Chamber of Commerce at business functions and act as a liaison between the Chamber and its members. - July 21, 2005 - Crescent State Bank

Gigante Vaz Partners was honored with one silver award at this year’s B-to-B ACE Awards ceremony sponsored by Hatteras Press, QUARK, B-to-B Magazine, and The Wall Street Journal. The ceremony was held on July 19th in New York City. - July 21, 2005 - Gigante Vaz Partners

Babya Software Group today unveiled Babya Logic and Babya Logic Pro-a, a powerful suite of pro-quality audio production software. - July 21, 2005 - Babya Software Group

Pers® is proud to announce that its first book in the Blobbies® series has received the “Toy of the Year Award” in the Storybook with Characters category at the 2005 Creative Toy Awards, by Creative Child Magazine. The companion Blobbiemorphers™ line of transforming plush toys received a “Preferred Choice Award” in the Plush Toys for Kids category. - July 21, 2005 - Pers Corporation

Not all flip flops are created equal, claims fashion designer Jamie Kreitman. Jamie feels that had Northwestern University's Women's Lacrosse Team worn her ribbon and rhinestone brooch embellished flip flops, there would be no need for controversy. - July 20, 2005 - Kreitman Knitworks

Margot Rutigliano, owner of Bella Vita, has moved the concept of the health resort in a new direction. Shifting gears from the formerly termed “fat farm,” this is the updated, luxurious and sophisticated version. The newest in health resorts, Bella Vita travels to your home or vacation... - July 20, 2005 - Vita Vie Retreat

Historic Savings Provide Opportunity for Developers to Solve XML Development Challenges at Lowest Price Ever. - July 20, 2005 - Stylus Studio

Premier Voice, Data and Wireless Service Providers Use Proactive Chat Technology to Combat Churn, Increase Average Revenue per User and Grow Subscriber Base. - July 20, 2005 - LivePerson

MESS Studios now has the ability to provide high quality photos and headshots to image-savvy newcomers in the fields of modeling, acting and entertainment thanks to its newly appointed creative director, photographer Brad Starks. - July 20, 2005 - MESS New York Studios

Greater Media, Inc. President & CEO Peter Smyth will be among several broadcast group executives featured on a panel entitled "Operating & Acquisitions Strategy" at the 2005 NAB Radio Show. The event will take place in conjunction with the Broadcast Financing Information... - July 20, 2005 - Greater Media, Inc.

Splendid Palate was distinguished from 20,000 businesses across the United States as one of the “Top 50 Gift Basket Businesses in America,” as well as one of the “Top 50 Fastest Growing.” - July 20, 2005 - Splendid Palate Gourmet Foods & Gifts

Advances in technology mean that computers are constantly being developed with greater capabilities. Many people prefer to keep up to date with advances in technology and upgrade their computer for a new model. When upgrading a computer one loses their old hard drive, and as a ... - July 20, 2005 - istart.at

HipHopFundaMentalz.com (iHHF), a cutting-edge Internet radio station, has begun broadcasting worldwide. iHHF features an all-star lineup of disc jockeys from across the globe. - July 20, 2005 - Q Burn Media LLC

uCertify, the leader in IT certification Exam preparation solutions has upgraded its Exam Simulation PrepKit for the MCSE (70-270 Windows XP) exams. This exam is necessary for those candidates aspiring for the Microsoft’s MCSE 2003 and MCSA 2003 certification exams. - July 20, 2005 - uCertify

Educational Production Scheduling Webinars... What is more important than managing your resources? - July 20, 2005 - IPPSA

MacMod.com today announced “The Great MacMod Challenge 2005 Sponsored by dealmac.com,” officially designating August as Mac Mod Month. The Challenge pits Mac users against one another in a battle of creative wits to modify (”mod”) their Apple Macintosh computers by improving... - July 19, 2005 - dealnews.com

This former lead singer with the R&B group Silk (Freak Me Baby) and cast member of Tyler Perry's "Madea's Family Reunion" explodes back on the scene with a refreshing fusion of soul, funk, dance and contemporary spiritual sounds. - July 19, 2005 - Elegance Entertainment

Effective use of Google AdWords can generate increased search engine traffic in less than 30 minutes. AdWords can produce more sales (and profits) than almost any other form of search engine marketing, but Google’s complex and competitive system ensures financial disaster for the unprepared. - July 19, 2005 - NetInstitute

With an in-depth understanding of the opportunities and limitations of the region CompuStream will provide it’s customers with assured growth strategies. - July 19, 2005 - CompuStream Consultoria Ltda.

New Research Uncovers “Donated Sick Leave” as a No-Cost Method for Employers to Help Families in Need. - July 19, 2005 - The Cure Our Children Foundation

Gadget connoisseur’s HotGadget.com, lead by two local SDSU graduates, take on the World Wide Web with there unique style and eclectic mix of gadgets and pop culture flare. Hotgadget.com gives gadget and pop cultures lovers the opportunity to pick up distinctive gadgets and toys that can’t be found just anywhere. From ice shot glasses to internet CyberPhones, hotgadget.com promises to be never boring. - July 19, 2005 - HotGadget.com

Smart gadgets just got a whole lot smarter thanks to the debut of the TrainingPASS.com hypnotherapy series. An online provider of training, sales, service, HR, marketing and business presentations, TrainingPASS.com is now jumpstarting people’s self-improvement goals with the unveiling of its MP3 downloadable hypnotherapy sessions. Individuals who are seeking to improve their lives this summer season can access the sessions online at www.trainingpass.com/howto/. - July 19, 2005 - TrainingPASS Sales Corp.

Digital Insight’s market leadership and distribution power bring unique benefits to clients. - July 19, 2005 - LivePerson

Denise Brown, Executive Director of Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA), is now profiled on the Expert Information For Journalists website – Expert411.com. Brown provides expert perspective on the Colorado Bioscience Industry, including backgrounding regarding Colorado's biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device and agricultural biotech initiatives. She is also able to connect reporters to other individuals throughout the state for additional relevant information and expert commentary. - July 19, 2005 - Colorado BioScience Association

These inventors are not only the parents of infants, toddlers and angst-filled teens, but are now becoming the parents of ingenious concepts and products that could revolutionize the child-care industry. - July 19, 2005 - Invention Technologies, Inc.

Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) has published the second issue of its quarterly newsletter, “The CBSA FOCUS.” Featured articles in the Summer 2005 publication cover Referendums C & D; PR Pharmaceuticals based in Fort Collins; and William W. Cimino, Ph.D., President of Sound Surgical in Louisville. Other topics covered include upcoming CBSA events, executive report, CBSA’s public policy process, regulatory update on compliance as a competitive advantage, and news briefs. - July 19, 2005 - Colorado BioScience Association

The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) and Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) are jointly sponsoring the Bioscience Forum on Tuesday, August 9, 2005, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. , on the Fitzsimons Campus. This educational event focuses on the outlook of the Bioscience Industry in Colorado. Keynote Speakers include The Honorable Bob Beauprez (R-District 7-CO), The Honorable Andrew Romanoff, Speaker of Colorado House, and The Honorable James Greenwood, President & CEO, BIO. - July 19, 2005 - Colorado BioScience Association

SyberWorks, a leader in custom e-Learning Solutions and the Learning Management System industry, announced today they have entered into a reseller agreement with Mapleloft LLC to sell their learning management system suite. - July 19, 2005 - SyberWorks, Inc.

Innovative marketing and web consultancy delivers set of service products targeting the unique needs of the Financial Services industry. - July 19, 2005 - KHM Internet

National Arbitration Forum (NAF) staff attorneys will speak at the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Annual Meeting in Chicago, August 4-9th. They will provide attendees with information about arbitration and mediation and offer an administrator’s perspective on how ADR can help solve disputes in a cost-effective and timely manner. - July 19, 2005 - National Arbitration Forum

Exo2, the UK’s leading developer of smart clothing, personal heating systems and high-tech textiles, has appointed Carmela D’Angelo as business development executive. Carmela has several years’ experience in the textile and fashion sector having successfully run her own... - July 19, 2005 - Exo2

1st annual Shakedown Campout and Music Festival originally slated for August 26-27, 2005 at Horning’s Hideout in North Plains, Oregon has moved venues and expanded the festival to a 3rd day. The 3-day music fest will now officially take place from Aug.26th-28th at Columbia Meadows with gates opening Thursday, August 25th at 4pm. - July 18, 2005 - Shakedown Festival

Pile Rider is an orbital motion dock collar which provides protection for pilings and adds reinforcement to docks by absorbing destructive force damage from waves and wakes. - July 18, 2005 - Elemental Innovation, Inc.

EXO2, the leading developer of high tech materials and personal heating systems, has introduced a unique heated back belt which can help relieve the symptoms of a number of medical conditions such as back pain and arthritis. It can also be used to sooth strains and pulled muscles in the case of... - July 18, 2005 - Exo2

What is the purpose of the Christian Church? That is the subject of the July 2005 issue of The Voice magazine, an international Christian magazine launched to bring readers fresh revelation and prophetic insight into what the Spirit of God is saying and doing in this generation. - July 18, 2005 - The Voice Magazine

In this new love economy singles can have everything from speed-dating to dog-lovers dating. Yet, according to Love2flirt Dating, the newest and fastest growing UK dating site, a smorgasbord of dating avenues does not help the vast majority of singles to get the love-thing straight.  Many... - July 18, 2005 - Fit 2 Love

HALO Shockwave is a wave attenuator for inland waterways and channels. The eco-friendly, tunable HALO Shockwave is an energy-absorbing barrier that alleviates the damaging force of the waves and wakes that cause structural wear and tear of docks and seawalls. - July 18, 2005 - Elemental Innovation, Inc.

In a recent interview with Hot Psychology Magazine, Dr. John Gray, author of ‘Men are From Mars, Women are From Venus,’ discusses the current relevancy of his 1992 blockbuster book. - July 18, 2005 - Hot Psychology Magazine

If you are experiencing any sort of hearing loss please call us to schedule your hearing exam. We provide complete, on-site hearing evaluations conducted by a NY State licensed audiologist. We offer both digital and analog hearing aids at very affordable prices. We carry a full line of hearing supplies and all patients become members of our exclusive Battery Club. We accept most insurance plans, all major credit cards and offer a wide variety of payment plans. - July 18, 2005 - Lindenhurst Hearing Center, LLC

A new heated unisex vest for bikers has been launched by EXO2, the leader in high tech textiles and personal heated clothing systems. Using a unique polymer based material, the StormRider vest regulates itself at an average temperature of 55OC so will never overheat. An optional controller is also... - July 18, 2005 - Exo2

Good writers are readers. To this end, The Writing Tutor dedicates itself to promoting reading as well as writing. The newest discussion topic is Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, J.K. Rowling’s sixth installment in the Harry Potter series. - July 18, 2005 - The Writing Tutor

Discusses the most talked about newsletter of 2005, “13 Steps to Successful Blogging.” A newsletter which gives lessons on how to be a professional blogger or writer, it also gives you the inside knowledge of how to promote any blog or website. - July 18, 2005 - Journal Home

The National Arbitration Forum will sponsor the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Section of Litigation at the Annual Meeting in Chicago, Ill. August 4-9th.  The National Arbitration Forum will reach out to the Section’s members to raise awareness about using out-of-court solutions... - July 18, 2005 - National Arbitration Forum

HitClick officially launches this week with independent music MP3 reviews, featured artist coverage, indie music news bites, and a new 'band finder' tool designed to match eager new fans to unknown bands and artists worldwide. - July 18, 2005 - BandFreaks: The Band Finder

Psychsoftpc announces the new Psychlone Cluster line of Beowulf supercomputers for Node Based Parallel Processing High Performance Computing (HPC) applications.The Psychlone Cluster line of High Performance Computing Clusters based on SUSE Linux is ideal for any organization wishing to add the power of supercomputing for a reasonable price. - July 18, 2005 - Psychsoftpc

With Canadian Relationship Expert, Speaker and Author of “Are You Fit To Love?" - July 17, 2005 - Fit 2 Love

Elemental Innovation, Inc. completed an extensive evaluation of it's HALO wave attenuator at the US Army Corps of Engineers ERDC Facility in Vicksburg, Mississippi. - July 17, 2005 - Elemental Innovation, Inc.

Comprised of stainless steel for ruggedness, HARP allows HALO units to be mounted directly onto the sides of existing docks and pilings without having to use alternate means of mooring or anchoring. - July 16, 2005 - Elemental Innovation, Inc.

Since May of 2004, eMetaphor has initiated a unique approach for its writing audience; one that surpasses traditional and flat writing, training and guidance. eMetaphor is multidimensional and holistic in theory, to meet the needs of today's aspiring and experienced writers. - July 16, 2005 - eMetaphor

FlexPrint II for two color printing on all Horizontal form, fill and seal machines such as Multivac, Tiromat, Doyen Medipharm and Mahaffy & harder. - July 16, 2005 - Bell-Mark, Inc.