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Pay for Your Long-Term Care Insurance with Health Savings Account, ACSIA Partners Suggests

KIRKLAND, Wash., Aug. 29, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Many Americans realize they need long-term care insurance, but balk at the premiums. "Now there's an easy way to pay," says Denise Gott, CEO of ACSIA Partners. "Just use some of the money that's already in your Health Savings Account."

NV Jets Soars Above Local Competition with Their Safety Ratings fpr Air Charters

LAS VEGAS, Nev., Aug. 29, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- When you think private jets, you probably think of a huge company, with tons of employees, corporate buildings, fancy cars, luxury lifestyle, and a loss of touch with the common man. It may surprise you to know, that NV JETS is the smallest operator in Nevada, with less than 10 employees, and still outdoing the competition.

Are The PondHawks Chicago’s Best Kept Music Secret? New Album May Change That

CHICAGO, Ill., Aug. 29, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Riverpool Records and The PondHawks announce the release of the new focus track, "Wire Me" from the album "Blue Light." The up-and-coming indie band is making waves not only on the radio, but also in social media. They have a quarter of a million likes on Facebook and thousands of followers on Twitter, MySpace and Reverbnation.

Core Redevelopment Announces One Sycamore, a $23 Million Redevelopment in Terre Haute, Indiana

TERRE HAUTE, Ind., Aug. 26, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Core Redevelopment, LLC today announced that it has agreed to redevelop the historic American Can building near downtown Terre Haute, Indiana, into approximately 178 loft-style, market-rate apartments known as One Sycamore. In partnership with the City of Terre Haute, Indiana State University and the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, Core Redevelopment's $23 million investment will breathe new life into this long-vacant but important historic landmark.

Florida Plaintiff Attorneys Gathered for the Manasota Trial Lawyers Board Dinner and Seminar in Lakewood Ranch, FL

LAKEWOOD RANCH, Fla., Aug. 26, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Manasota Trial Lawyers Board held their August Dinner and Seminar, featuring several guest speakers and notable attorneys from around the State. The seminar hosted by Manasota Trial Lawyers Board founder, attorney Bernard F. Walsh of Shapiro Goldman Babboni and Walsh, drew attorneys and members of the southwest and central Florida legal communities.

The Colson Gallery and Griffin Museum of Photography in Massachusetts Announce Grand Opening

EASTHAMPTON, Mass., Aug. 26, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Pioneer Valley's newest dedicated photography gallery and a satellite location for The Griffin Museum of Photography is due to open at Eastworks in Easthampton in Suite 246. There will be a gallery preview all day during the Easthampton Artist Walk on September 10 and a Grand Opening from 5 - 8 p.m. on September 16, 2016.

AccountChek by FormFree Chosen by Mortgage Financial Services to Expedite Home Loan Process Through Automated Account Verification

ATLANTA, Ga., Aug. 25, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree Holdings Corp. (FormFree), a provider of automated verification software, today announced that Mortgage Financial Services has selected AccountChek(TM) to automate borrower asset review for an easier, faster home loan application process.

Mid America Mortgage Plans to Purchase eNotes through Its Correspondent Channel

ADDISON, Texas, Aug. 25, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mid America Mortgage, Inc. (Mid America) Owner and Chief Executive Officer Jeff Bode today announced it will purchase eNotes for loans closed electronically from approved sellers through its correspondent lending channel.
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TriWest Healthcare Alliance School for Health Care Providers Launched with PsychArmor

PHOENIX, Ariz., Aug. 25, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PsychArmor Institute and TriWest Healthcare Alliance announced today the launch of the TriWest Healthcare Alliance School for Health Care Providers, a suite of free online courses taught by nationally-recognized subject matter experts to prepare community health care providers to effectively deliver care to service members, veterans and their families.

Crosslake Announces Pivotal Cloud Foundry Practice to Accelerate Enterprise Digital Transformation

SEATTLE, Wash., Aug. 25, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Crosslake Technologies, the software development consulting company, is excited to announce it has launched its Pivotal Cloud Foundry(R) practice alongside its On-Premise to Cloud services. Crosslake works with software development leaders at technology and technology-enabled companies, as well as private equity companies that invest in software companies and their investment portfolios all over the world.

EPIC Insurance Brokers adds Michael Klaschka to Financial Risk Solutions Practice in NYC

NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug. 25, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Michael Klaschka, a specialist in the placement of professional liability insurance for the financial services and technology industries, has joined the firm's Financial Risk Solutions Practice.

Artist Daniel Edwards Announces ‘First Virtual Reality Monument’ Inspired by Michael Phelps and Little Boomer

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., Aug. 24, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Artist Daniel Edwards will unveil what he believes is the First Virtual Reality Monument, one that honors Michael Phelps's legacies as Olympian and father, featuring new son Boomer. Unveiling of The First Virtual Reality Monument is scheduled for November at Irv Art gallery in Indianapolis, announces Cory Allen Contemporary Art.

Tatt2Away Adds Medical Director Jeffery L. Deal to its Tattoo Removal Team

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Aug. 24, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Rejuvatek Medical Inc, officially announces that Dr. Jeffery L. Deal has agreed to serve as Medical Director for the company's revolutionary Tatt2Away non-laser tattoo removal system. In this important role, Dr. Deal will review new technologies and advise the Rejuvatek Medical team on product development and implementation, providing expertise on matters benefiting from his clinical knowledge.

Back to School 2016: Students and Faculties Get DVDFab 30-percent Discount

BEIJING, China, Aug. 23, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Fengtao Software, the industry leader in the field of DVD, Blu-ray and video backup solutions, has today launched its Back to School Deals for 2016, offering all students and faculty members a deep 30 percent discount on any DVDFab product they order during the promotion time period which lasts to Sept. 5, alongside another storewide 25 percent off coupon for general customers.

Utah-based Simplifile Expands its E-recording Network to Another 9 SE Counties, 14 MW Counties

PROVO, Utah -- Simplifile, a leading provider of real estate document collaboration and recording technologies for lenders, settlement agents, and counties, announced it has added nine Southeast county recording offices and 14 Midwest county recording offices to its e-recording network. The new counties are located in Georgia, Florida, Illinois, Michigan, Missouri, North Carolina, Nebraska, Ohio, Tennessee, and Wisconsin.

RMA Selected to Establish P3 for Town of Davie, Florida

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. -- Redevelopment Management Associates today announced that their firm was selected by the Town of Davie to establish the Public-Private Partnership (P3) that will develop the Town's downtown center. RMA will consult with the Davie CRA and the Town of Davie to create a western theme district that will enhance the community's economic and social offerings.

Chef Dan Pettis’ FUEL Restaurant Opening at North Light Yacht Club in Florida

DESTIN, Fla., Aug. 22, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FUEL at North Light, a new restaurant providing coastal fare with island flare by North West Floridian tastemaker and chef, Dan Pettis, will open at North Light Yacht Club at 113 E John Sims Parkway. The 100 seat, casual, fine dining destination will provide locally sourced food in a relaxed yet upscale atmosphere with expansive, breathtaking, waterfront views.

ARMCO ACES Risk Management Tackles TRID Change of Circumstance Errors

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. -- Leading web-based financial services quality control (QC) software provider ACES Risk Management (ARMCO) announced it has made improvements to its TRIDCompare(R) tool to aid lenders in resolving TRID compliance issues regarding change of circumstance. Using Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology with a 95 percent or better accuracy rate, the system automatically detects data discrepancies between multiple Loan Estimates (LEs) and Closing Disclosures (CDs).

IDS Inc. Adds Fulfillment Dashboard to idsDoc Mortgage Document Preparation System

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah -- Mortgage document preparation vendor International Document Services, Inc. (IDS), announced it has introduced a fulfillment dashboard to its flagship mortgage document preparation system idsDoc. Through the dashboard, users have the ability to view, track and manage all document fulfillment requests to IDS through a single location.

Kimberly Joyce joins Denver’s Altavera Mortgage Services as SVP of Sales

DENVER, Colo. -- Altavera Mortgage Services (Altavera), a leading provider of outsourced residential mortgage origination services and home of the industry's most experienced staff of U.S.-based mortgage fulfillment experts, announced today it has hired Kimberly Joyce as senior vice president of sales. Kimberly brings 22 years of sales and business development experience to the role, in which she will oversee national sales for Altavera.

Florida’s ARMCO Hires Mortgage Industry Veteran Dan Thoms as Chief Revenue Officer

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. -- ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of financial quality control and compliance software, announced it has hired Dan Thoms as Chief Revenue Officer. Thoms possesses a deep background in the mortgage industry, having served in executive capacities for almost 20 years.

Asheville Business Bloom Consulting Places in 2016 ‘Best of WNC’

ASHEVILLE, N.C. -- It's a feat she never thought possible, but one she accomplished anyway. When Lauren Woodard, LCSW, owner, Bloom Consulting and Counseling, placed second in the psychologist/counselor, health and wellness category in the Mountain Xpress Best of WNC 2016 reader poll, she was simultaneously thrilled and stunned.

Pie Town Pie Festival 2016 Sept. 10: Come for the Pie – Stay for the Stars

PIE TOWN, N.M. -- The 36th Annual Pie Town Pie Festival is set for September 10, 2016, and will be offering a slate of old time fun for those who come to the scenic and historic town of Pie Town, New Mexico, USA. Events start at 8 a.m. with the pi-K Run for Pie - and, yes, it's a 3.14 mile run.

Treasure Valley to Host 2016 Idaho State BMX Championship with Riders aged 2 to 60 years

EAGLE, Idaho -- Eagle Park BMX announced that it will be hosting the 2016 Idaho State BMX Championship on Saturday Aug. 20, 2016. Riders from the entire state of Idaho will be competing for the State Champion title. Each year a State Championship series is conducted by USA BMX and Idaho sanctioned tracks.

‘Heart of Christmas’ film to premiere Sept. 7, 2016 at Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth

FORT WORTH, Texas -- "Heart of Christmas, The Secret History of The Littlest Wiseman," a gift film that pays tribute to philanthropists Mary D. and F. Howard Walsh, will premiere Sept. 7, 2016 at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. At age 9, Ben Tinsley became a participant and contributor to the annual Fort Worth Christmas pageant, "The Littlest Wiseman."

HostBridge Technology Offers 32-Bit Redis for z/OS at No Cost or Obligation

STILLWATER, Okla., Aug. 15, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HostBridge(R) Technology, provider of high-performance integration and optimization software for IBM(R) z Systems(TM), is making its 32-bit HostBridge Redis for z/OS solution available free of charge.

DVDFab Olympic Summer 2016 Promo – Save as much as 50 percent

BEIJING, China -- Fengtao Software, the industry leader in the field of DVD, Blu-ray and video backup solutions, has today launched its Olympic Season Promotion, offering all the customers 50 percent discount for buying its video converter software and DVD creator software, and 25 percent discount applicable on any other single products and bundles, including its bestseller of all time, DVDFab All-In-One Lifetime Package.

SothinkMedia Software Announces Back to School 2016 up to 30 percent Deep Discount

BEIJING, China -- SothinkMedia Software, the famous multimedia software developer specializing in the field of DVD, Blu-ray and video backup technology, has just launched a new round of promotion, this time centering on the theme of back to school, offering students, faculties and all the other general customers up to 30 percent deep discount for buying different products.

Redevelopment Management Associates, RMA, Expand to Central Florida

ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 10, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- RMA, Redevelopment Management Associates, recently announced the opening of their newest office in Winter Springs. The company's success in reinventing numerous South Florida cities, with over $1 billion in private sector investment within client areas, captured the attention of several Central Florida city officials, leading to a dramatic increase in their mid-state client base.

Joshuacord Inc. Announces 4th Annual 5K Joshua 1:9 Religious Freedom Run-Walk in Florida

TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 10, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Joshuacord, a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit, Christian, nondenominational organization dedicated to raising awareness and providing support to the oppressed and persecuted Christians in the Middle East and Africa, will be hosting its fourth annual 5K Joshua 1:9 Religious Freedom Run at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2016 in Tampa, Florida.

New Gun Technology Combines Safety with Unmatched Accessibility

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Aug. 4, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Safety first is not just a tagline, it's the name of a new start-up company, Safety First Arms, LLC, that's created a new gun technology designed to prevent unnecessary tragedy. Even with only a prototype, the company has already secured orders from two gun shops for more than $1 million for its Smart 2 pistol.

Simon J. Anderson to Speak at MREA’s Energy Issues Summit

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., Aug. 4, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Thought-provoking keynote speaker, award-winning author, and energy futurist Simon J. Anderson, founder of Venture Foresight LLC, will be opening presenter on day two of MREA's Energy Issues Summit in St. Cloud, Minn. on August 11, 2016.

La Tortilla Oven Acquires Patent Technology for Steaming Food

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 3, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- La Tortilla Oven recently acquired La Tortilla Loca and its intellectual property. As a result of this acquisition, La Tortilla Oven(R) is now the primary holder of Patent Number RE42311, the original fabric tortilla warmer designed to keep tortillas fresh and warm for more than an hour. And, it's using the technology to deliver a new and healthy microwave steaming method.

Enchanting evening of outdoor Shakespeare awaits at Old Stone House in Brooklyn as Brad Fryman takes on Sir Toby Belch

NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug. 2, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LanDan Consulting announces that Brad Fryman (Artistic Director - Oberon Theatre) takes on the role of Toby Belch in South Brooklyn Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night" directed by Paul Molnar and Dee Byrd-Molnar. Recent appearances include: the world premiere of Chris Boal's "Pimm's Mission," directed by Terry O'Brien at 59e59, "A Wilder Christmas" under the helm of Dan Wackerman, and "The Drawer Boy" directed by Alex Dinelaris at the SoHo PlayHouse.

Camp Miramichee Celebrates 100th Anniversary Summer Haven for Girls From 1916 to 1989

HARDY, Ark., Aug. 2, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As many as 100 former YWCA Camp Miramichee campers will gather at the site of their old camp September 16-18, 2016, to celebrate the venerable summer girls camp's 100th birthday, the Camp Miramichee Reunion committee announced today.

Mid America Mortgage Executes Its First eClosing, eNote

ADDISON, Texas, Aug. 2, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mid America Mortgage, Inc. (Mid America) Owner and Chief Executive Officer Jeff Bode today announced the firm has completed its first eClosing and eNote through its retail origination channel. Mid America intends to expand eClosing to all of its retail business, executing eNotes and utilizing electronic documents where allowed by local jurisdiction.

Market Opportunity in Excess of $38 Billion by the year 2020 as Integrated UC Heads to the Cloud, says Insight Research

DURANGO, Colo., Aug. 2, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Telecommunications stakeholders globally are staring at a multibillion dollar revenue opportunity as integrated unified communications (UC) graduates to the cloud. The opportunity has triggered a spate of attempts at alliances and mergers, underlining the need to project an integrated solution to the user. According to its latest market research study from The Insight Research Corporation, the opportunity will consist of three distinct revenue streams - solutions, services and connectivity.

Pharma companies gain competitive advantage from 1 day Masterclass on Artificial Intelligence in Pharma sales and marketing

NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug. 2, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Eularis announces the release of their one-day Masterclass "Using Artificial Intelligence to Transform Sales and Revenue: What Pharma Need to Know." Many Pharma sales and marketing teams do not understand the relevance, nor the critical importance, of AI to achieve stronger results in their roles, and believe it is not relevant to them or their job. This is an incorrect assumption.

Homeowners Entitled to Reimbursement for Sand Fire Property Damage Costs

GLENDALE, Calif., Aug. 2, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The current Sand Fire has devastated multiple homes in Santa Clarita, but its impact has stretched far into surrounding areas, resulting in extensive damages that may be unnoticeable to the naked eye, says RA & Associates.

Don’t Put Off Summer Tree Maintenance say Certified Arborists

TACOMA, Wash., Aug. 1, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- When you're busy with summer projects like painting, staining the deck, or inspecting your roof, don't forget about your property's trees, says Family Tree Care. A little tree service now can prevent winter trouble later.

Altavera Mortgage Services SVP Penny Nelson Selected to HousingWire 2016 Women of Influence

DENVER, Colo., Aug. 1, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Altavera Mortgage Services (Altavera), the premier provider of third-party residential mortgage origination services, is pleased to announce that its senior vice president of mortgage operations Penny Nelson has been named to HousingWire's 2016 Women of Influence list.

Someone Special Books and Geek Club Books Partner on Special Needs Kindness and Acceptance Initiative

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Aug. 1, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Geek Club Books, Inc., an autism nonprofit, and Someone Special Uniquely Personalized Books today announced their "Kindness and Awareness" initiative to help educate children about other children with special needs. Geek Club Books creates autism awareness education and curriculum so parents and teachers can introduce important topics of autism in the inclusive classroom.
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EPIC Sells North Bay Operations to InterWest Insurance Services

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. and PETALUMA, Calif., Aug. 1, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants (EPIC), a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today the sale of their Petaluma branch office and its book of business to Sacramento-based InterWest Insurance Services. Both EPIC and InterWest are anticipating a seamless, "business as usual" transition.

Simplifile VP Nancy Alley Named Mortgage Industry ‘Woman of Influence’ by HousingWire

PROVO, Utah, Aug. 1, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Simplifile, a leading provider of real estate document collaboration and recording technologies for lenders, settlement agents, and counties, today announced that Nancy Alley, vice president of strategic planning, was named to HousingWire magazine's "Women of Influence" list for 2016.

Pavaso VP Nancy Pratt Selected as ‘Woman of Influence’ in Mortgage by HousingWire

PLANO, Texas, Aug. 1, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Pavaso, a provider of collaborative real estate technology, announced Nancy Pratt, the company's vice president of partner relations and government affairs, has been named to the 2016 "Women of Influence" list compiled by HousingWire. Pratt was one of 43 women to be honored with this distinction this year, which was published in the August 2016 issue of the magazine.

Free Smoke Detectors from Dick Genthe Chevrolet in Southgate, Mich.

SOUTHGATE, Mich., Aug. 1, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Dick Genthe Chevrolet and the Southgate Fire Department are teaming up to keep Southgate, Mich. families safe. During the "Cruise in for a Cause" event this August at Dick Genthe Chevrolet, a portion of all sales will go towards supplying families in need with free smoke detectors.

Sarasota Attorney M David Shapiro Comments on Landmark $70 Million ADHD Drug Risperdal Lawsuit

SARASOTA, Fla., July 28, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Sarasota Florida attorney commented after a Philadelphia jury returned a verdict of $70 million against Johnson and Johnson for failing to warn of the risks associated for taking Risperdal. The case involved a sixteen-year-old boy who developed breast from the medication prescribed for attention deficit disorder (ADHD).

An Exquisite Evening of Music and Dance Honoring The Culture and Contributions of Africans Across The Diaspora

WASHINGTON, D.C., July 27, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Brought to you by The Adinkra Group, "Birthright 2016" is a captivating evening of live intergenerational performances by Washington D.C.'s most talented African dance and drumming ensemble and special invited guests. A night of elegance, August 20, 2016, with guests sheathed in African chic couture sets the back drop for the electric and inviting atmosphere attendees have come to know and love when attending this event.

Colony American Finance Implements OpenClose Loan Origination Platform (LOS)

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., July 26, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- OpenClose(R), an enterprise-class multi-channel loan origination system (LOS) provider, announced that Colony American Finance (CAF), a specialty finance company that provides innovative loan products to residential real estate investors, implemented the OpenClose loan origination platform to support its new Single Asset loan product across correspondent, wholesale and retail channels.

Simplifile Q2 2016 Report Finds Emerging Preference Among Lenders for Settlement Partners Who E-Record

PROVO, Utah, July 26, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Simplifile, a leading provider of real estate document collaboration and recording technologies for lenders, settlement agents, and counties, today released quarterly figures summarizing the organization's activities and achievements from April through June 2016.

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