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Archive | April, 2012

Republican Candidate Leads President Obama in Straw Poll on Long-Term Care Insurance Support, an Issue Affecting Most Households

KIRKLAND, Wash., April 18, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In a tight presidential race, voter sentiment on religion, race, jobs or contraception could tip the balance. Or ‘the decisive issue just might be a health problem that jeopardizes almost every American family,’ says Jonas Roeser, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Operations for LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation’s most experienced long-term care insurance agencies.

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Calif. Bills to Protect the Public’s Access to Communications Services Passed by Senate Committee

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The California Senate Energy, Utilities and Communications Committee today passed SB 1160 and SB 1161 authored by Senator Alex Padilla with unanimous bipartisan support 13 to 0 and 12 to 0. SB 1160 would protect California consumers by preventing the arbitrary interruption of communications service. SB 1161 would affirm California’s growing role as the leader of the global Internet economy.

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California Governor Brown Announces Appointments for April 17, 2012

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today announced the following appointments. First: Catherine Kuhlman, 59, of Oakland, has been appointed assistant deputy secretary for oceans and coastal matters at the California Natural Resources Agency.

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Calif. Governor Brown Seeks to Eliminate More Than 700 Unnecessary State Reports

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today released a list of more than 700 unnecessary bureaucratic reports currently required by law and called on the state legislature to eliminate them in order to streamline government and reduce waste.

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Calif. Assemblyman Mike Gatto’s Green Fuels Bill Passes Key Hurdle

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — California Assembly Bill 1900, authored by Assemblyman Mike Gatto (D-Los Angeles), a bill that would change the state’s rules on Renewable Natural Gas, passed the Assembly Committee on Utilities and Commerce on Monday by a vote of 11-1. The bill would change the rules for Renewable Natural Gas (also known as biomethane), a natural, renewable-energy source fuel. Current rules have been described by many as bizarre or simply counter-productive.

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LEAN Manufacturing Program with California Manufacturing Technology Consulting helps Bishamon Industries

SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — When Robert Stone, vice president of Engineering and Manufacturing at Bishamon Industries Corporation, received a letter from the San Bernardino County Workforce Investment Board about the LEAN Manufacturing Program with California Manufacturing Technology Consulting (CMTC), it couldn’t have come at a better time.

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San Francisco-based mobile payments start-up, OpenCuro, today announced release of its payment module for Zen Cart

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — OpenCuro Inc., a San Francisco-based mobile payments start-up, today announced the release of its payment module for Zen Cart, a popular open source shopping cart.

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Gems Group Positions for Future with Sage ERP X3 and Southeast Computer Solutions

MIAMI, Fla., April 17, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Southeast Computer Solutions (southeastcomputers.com) announced today that it has sold its first Sage ERP X3 software solution to Miami-based Gems Group.

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ERP and Accounting Software Expert MicroAccounting Solutions Hires Jennifer Stucker as Software Consultant

RICHARDSON, Texas, April 17, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Texas-based ERP and accounting software expert MicroAccounting Solutions (www.microaccounting.com) announced today the hiring of Jennifer Stucker to serve as one of the senior programming consultants specializing in assisting clients using SQL Server, Sage ERP MAS 500 (becoming Sage 500 ERP), and Sage ERP MAS 90 and 200 (becoming Sage 100 ERP).

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Celebrate A Decade of Global Education Programs with World Savvy in New York

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., April 16, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — World Savvy will host a 10-Year Anniversary Celebration to commemorate a decade of global education programs on Thursday, May 3, 2012 at the Astor Center in New York. The Celebration is the premier fundraising event in support of World Savvy’s mission to educate and engage youth in community and world affairs, preparing them to learn, work, and thrive as responsible global citizens in the 21st century.

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Brand On the Run – RV Rentals Taking Corporate America On Tour

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., April 16, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — It’s no secret that marketing directors are on a perpetual quest for the next best thing, now they’re discovering that the perfect vehicle to ‘drive their brand’ may be a custom wrapped motorhome rental. Branded RV rentals have emerged as a cutting edge marketing tool and are becoming popular among companies looking increase their exposure and enhance their corporate identity. Florida based RV rental firm Allstar Coaches has been using vehicle wrap technology for years on its fleet of luxury motorhomes as it continues to grow its Corporate Events and Promotions sector.

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Great Park Artisan Food and Arts Festival comes to The Orange County Great Park April 28, 2012

IRVINE, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Enjoy an all-day celebration of artisan food, sustainable gardening and creative art at the Great Park’s first ever Artisan Food and Arts Festival on Saturday, April 28 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m at The Orange County Great Park. Local chefs and artisans will be on hand to demonstrate delicious fresh dishes from local foods, bread baking, jam, cheese and soda making, and refrigerator pickling.

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InnoVergent’s Paul Cammisa to Speak on Cloud Computing at Information Technology Alliance Spring Conference

ALPHARETTA, Ga., April 16, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — InnoVergent (www.innovergent.com), a technology consultancy firm and reseller and system integrator of cloud computing accounting software, announced today that InnoVergent founder Paul Cammisa will speak at the Information Technology Alliance (ITA) Spring Conference in a session titled ‘Adopting a Cloud Solution for Your Practice.’

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CITYarts Inc. is Recipient of 2012 Non-Profit PR Grants Award

NEW YORK, N.Y., April 16, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Neotrope is honored to make New York-based CITYarts Inc. one of the chosen recipients for 2012 of its annual Non-Profit PR Grant Program. With this commitment, Neotrope aligns itself with CITYarts’ mission to bring young people and professional artists together to create Public Art. Through this creative process, CITYarts empowers youth and connects children locally and around the world to become active participants in transforming communities.

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Calif. Governor Brown Announces Appointments for April 13, 2012

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today announced the following appointments. First, Mark Cowin, 53, of Sacramento, has been appointed director of the California Department of Water Resources. Cowin has served as director and acting director of the California Department of Water Resources since 2010.

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California Professional Firefighters Association Endorses Tom Calderon for Calif. State Assembly

MONTEBELLO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Tom Calderon’s campaign for Calif. State Assembly announced the endorsement of the California Professional Firefighters Association today. Calderon’s public safety endorsements also include the Los Angeles County Firefighters (IAFF Local 1014), Montebello Firefighters Local 3821, the Association for Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs.

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NWPC, PODER PAC, WIL, WPC Women’s Organizations Unite Behind Michele Martinez for California State Assembly

SANTA ANA, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Michele Martinez’s Campaign for California State Assembly announced the endorsements of the California Branch of the National Women’s Political Caucus (NWPC), PODER PAC, Women in Leadership (WIL) and the Women’s Political Committee.

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SecuGen Corporation and Suprema Inc. announced today that the companies reached an agreement to settle lawsuits filed against each other

SANTA CLARA, Calif. /California Newswire/ — SecuGen Corporation and Suprema Inc. today announced that the two companies reached an agreement to settle lawsuits filed against each other in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, San Francisco Division. SecuGen and Suprema resolved those disputes on confidential terms and have dismissed the pending lawsuits against each other.

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Teen social network JACKIE FAME teams with The Weinstein Company to promote the movie ‘BULLY’

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Jackie Fame, Inc. (FAME), the leading kid/teen social network www.JFame.com, is joining forces with The Weinstein Company to promote the movie ‘Bully.’ After much debate over the rating, the PG-13 version of the anti-bullying documentary will open in 115 theaters.

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Calif. Governor Brown Announces Appointments for April 12, 2012

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today announced the following appointments: First, Shanda Chaudhry, 36, of West Sacramento, has been appointed assistant deputy director of legislation at the California Technology Agency. She has served as senior legislative aide to Senator Curren Price since 2008.

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SecuGen Corp issues statement clarifying prior press release, Permanent Injunction Against Suprema Distributors and OEM Partners in Patent Infringement Lawsuit

SANTA CLARA, Calif. /California Newswire/ — SecuGen Corporation, a worldwide leader in the area of fingerprint sensor technology, which is located in Silicon Valley, issued a statement today clarifying a prior press release entitled: ‘SecuGen Obtains Permanent Injunction Against Suprema Distributors and OEM Partners in Patent Infringement Lawsuit.’

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San Francisco Mayor Lee’s Statement on California High-Speed Rail

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Mayor Edwin M. Lee today made the following statement as the California High-Speed Rail Authority approves and signs the MOU for Caltrain electrification, an early investment in high-speed rail in California.

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L.A. Mayor Villaraigosa Signs Development Reform Ordinance Cutting Red Tape

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — L.A. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa signed the Multiple Approvals Ordinance on Monday, cutting red tape and simplifying the development review process. Under the new ordinance development projects that require multiple approvals from the City of Los Angeles will now have one deadline rather than multiple expiration dates for individual entitlements.

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GCA California Real Estate Fund announced for Calif. ‘Boomers’ by GCA Equity Partners, LLC

CAMPBELL, Calif. /California Newswire/ — GCA Equity Partners, LLC today announced that it has opened the GCA California Real Estate Fund, LLC – a new investment offering available to qualified California residents. The fund’s 8 percent preferred annual return rate and real-estate secured investment portfolio can help meet the retirement planning needs of those residents born between 1946 and 1964, collectively known as the ‘baby boom’ generation.

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California Gov. Brown Announces Appointments for April 11, 2012

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today announced the following appointments. First, Dale Brodsky, 60, of Orinda, has been appointed to the Fair Employment and Housing Commission.

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Calif. Governor Brown Announces Appointments for April 10, 2012

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. on Tuesday announced the following appointments. First, Brian Annis, 43, of Sacramento, has been appointed deputy secretary for transportation at the Business, Transportation and Housing Agency.

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Calif. Senate Committee Approves Padilla Advanced Manufacturing Bill

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The Senate Governance and Finance committee today approved Senate Bill 1128 (Padilla) on a 7 to 0 vote. The bill would encourage investment, job creation and economic growth in California by allowing sales and use tax exemptions on the purchase of manufacturing equipment in the advanced manufacturing sector. The bill will next be heard in the Senate Appropriations Committee.

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Santa Ana Firemen’s Benevolent Association Endorses Michele Martinez for State Assembly

SANTA ANA, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Michele Martinez’s Campaign for State Assembly announced the endorsement of the Santa Ana Firemen’s Benevolent Association today.

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Los Angeles County Young Democrats Endorse Tom Calderon

MONTEBELLO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Tom Calderon’s campaign for State Assembly announced the endorsement of the Los Angeles County Young Democrats (LACYD) today. Their membership voted on the endorsement at their March 31 meeting in Long Beach.

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Biggest Deal in April Tax Season – Best EaseUS Bundles with a Free Gift Box (multiple software valued over $220)

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., April 11, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — At the end of the annual U.S. tax season, you might really want to cut down your budget. EaseUS Software, a leading provider of data recovery, partition manager and backup utilities, announces its annual Tax Season Giving-Back Activity for All, which can definitely save you a large amount of money.

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Long Term Care Insurance Marketer Wins Coveted ‘Social Media Rockstar’ Finalist Award

OVERLAND PARK, Kan., April 11, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Long Term Care Associates (LTCA), a member of the National LTC Network, was recently announced a finalist in the ‘Social Media Rockstars – Organizations’ category of SENIORHOMES.COM 2012 BEST OF THE WEB AWARDS. The contest sought to identify the most valuable resources across the web for seniors, caregivers and industry professionals in 10 categories, and was judged by a panel of leading experts in the senior living industry.

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LendingQB SaaS helps iServe Residential Lending cut technology costs in half

COSTA MESA, Calif. /California Newswire/ — LendingQB, a seamless mortgage lending platform provider, announced that iServe Residential Lending, LLC, a retail mortgage banker, has reported a dramatic increase in employee productivity, slashed technology costs, and reduced costs per loan since implementing LendingQB. iServe selected LendingQB approximately a year ago because it eliminated having to use multiple platforms, databases and integrations.

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California Autonomous Vehicle Bill Moves Forward: Senator Padilla Bill would Establish Standards for Testing and Operation

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — CA Senate Bill 1298, authored by Senator Alex Padilla (D-Pacoima), passed the Senate Transportation Committee today on an 8 to 0 vote. The bill would establish safety and performance standards for the safe operation of autonomous vehicles on public roads in California.

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Calif. Assemblyman Mike Gatto’s Water Conservation Bill Clears First Committee

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — A key water-conservation bill introduced by Assemblyman Mike Gatto (D-Los Angeles) passed the Assembly Water, Parks, and Wildlife Committee today by a vote of 11-1.

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Los Angeles-based Dance Company Jazz Tap Ensemble Tours Africa With U.S. Department of State’s DanceMotion USA

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the Brooklyn Academy of Music will send Jazz Tap Ensemble, a Los Angeles-based dance company, to the Democratic Republic of Congo, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe to tour as part of DanceMotion USA(SM), April 9 – May 5, 2012.

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Yodot File Recovery Software launched to solve common Windows PC problems

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Yodot Software, known for software that are designed to be result oriented and fast, has recently launched Yodot File Recovery Software, which helps in recovering lost, deleted files on Windows. Yodot software can also perform file recovery from recycle bin after it is emptied. The software is now available for purchase from its official web site.

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Calif. Governor and First Lady Honor Cpl. Alex Martinez

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — On behalf of all Californians, Governor Brown and First Lady Anne Gust Brown honor Cpl. Alex Martinez, who bravely gave his life in service to our state and nation. The Governor and First Lady extend their deepest condolences to his family and friends at this difficult time.

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Calif. Assemblyman Mike Gatto’s Bill to Bring Back Vintage License Plates Clears Significant Legislative Hurdle

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — CA Assembly Bill (AB) 1658, a bill by Assemblyman Mike Gatto (D–Los Angeles) that would allow car enthusiasts to apply to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) for ‘classic’ California license plates, passed its first legislative hurdle on Monday.

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Geocoded Address Batch Processing Service for New Congressional District Matching announced by Online Image

SAN JOSE, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Online Image, a GIS software and technology company, today announced the Geocoded Address Batch Processing Service for New Congressional District Matching. This service is the first to match addresses to newly redrawn districts, enabling organizations to update their member address files and direct their members to support the candidates they endorse for the 2012 elections.

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Management and Neighbors Work Together to Move Dangerous Bus Stop

HENDERSON, Nev., April 9, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — General Manager Karla Pearson-Call recognized that the bus stop adjacent to the Club at Madeira Canyon, the homeowners association that she manages, posed a potentially dangerous situation. The children who rode the bus had to cross traffic to access the pedestrian gate leading to the Club, said Professional Community Management of California, Inc.

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