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Valerie Gotten

Valerie G, editor at CANW
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Valerie G has been an editor with California Newswire for several years, is a gifted theremin player, can quote copious lines from 'Red Dwarf' and also knows where her towel is. Oddly, she does not drive, nor does she take the bus. She identifies as both human and democrat.

Indie Music Star Luanne Hunt delivers ‘Chicken Soup for the Soul’ message in her Top 40 hit single, ‘WE RISE’

LAS VEGAS, Nev., May 21, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Amid the Coronavirus lockdown, award-winning, critically acclaimed indie music star Luanne Hunt decided to use her free time to tap into her creativity and write the Top 40 Gospel/Inspirational hit "We Rise," a song the Hollywood Digest calls an "anthem for our times."

Kidventure to Open Texas Summer Programs

AUSTIN, Texas, May 21, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- After much consultation with our health professionals including infectious disease doctors and pediatricians, with newly released Guidelines for Summer Camps from the Governor's Task Force, representatives from the CDC, and many families, Kidventure, has made the decision to open camp programs beginning June 1, 2020.

Garden City Plumbing & Heating Celebrates 35 Years Serving Missoula

MISSOULA, Mont., May 21, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Garden City Plumbing & Heating is proud to announce that May 31, 2020 marks its 35th year in business serving Missoula and western Montana. Since the company's founding in 1985, Garden City continues to be local and family owned.

Charging Full-Speed Ahead into Expanded Services, Rhino Launches Rhino Exterior Solutions

CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., May 21, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A year ago, Joe Austin proudly announced the opening of Rhino Waterproofing Solutions, a premier waterproofing company providing state-of-the-art, high-quality basement waterproofing and mold remediation services. Twelve months later and Austin is proudly charging full-speed ahead into an expansion of his services -- Rhino Exterior Solutions.

PACIFIC ENGINEERING, INC. develops Rapid On Demand Portable Medical Platforms to help in the war against the pandemic

ROCA, Neb., May 21, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Pacific Engineering, Inc., winner of the U.S. Small Business Administration's 2014 Tibbetts Award for innovative technology, in response to the pandemic, has focused its resources on the development of a family of composite shelters that can be used as mobile test centers and patient treatment.

Lowden Street Capital Announces Acquisition of Southern Air Custom Interiors, Inc.

ALEXANDER CITY, Ala., May 21, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Lowden Street Capital, a private equity firm focused on rural market investing, acquired Southern Air Custom Interiors, Inc., an upholstery company out of Haleyville, Ala. that focuses on custom aircraft interiors, on April 30, 2020.

Celebrating International Tea Day, Specialtea Gifts Announces Their New Product to Fight the Quarantine Blues

RALEIGH, N.C., May 21, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The global pandemic has impacted many facets of American life, causing stress and uncertainty. Specialtea Gifts today announced the launch of their new product, the "Dunk A Trump" Tea Infuser. This tea infuser was designed as both a humorous gift and an actual tea infuser.

Tev Hemmans Lives an Artsy Lifestyle

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., May 20, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- From mixing songs on his YouTube podcast, Artsy Radio, to writing self-help books like Artsy Life and designing the Artsy Classic I sneaker, Tev Hemmans is determined to empower creatives through the actions of his own creative projects.

‘Ultimate Tag’: A Spinal CSF Leak Survivor Chases His Limits

SPOKANE, Wash. and HARRISURG, Pa., May 20, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Spinal CSF Leak Foundation is pleased to announce that former patient and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania stuntman Zac Gordon will be featured in the recurring role of "Horse," a Professional Tagger on the new FOX show "Ultimate Tag," premiering May 20 at 9 p.m./8 central.

The Whistling Elk, Chester NJ is honored for excellence by Home Accents Today magazine

CHESTER, N.J., May 20, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Home furnishings and design source The Whistling Elk, in Chester, New Jersey, has been named one of Home Accents Today's Retail Stars for 2020 by editors of the premier trade magazine for the home accents industry.

Houston-Based RevSherpas LLC Announces New Strategic Consultancy for Small Business Owners

HOUSTON, Texas, May 20, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As many small businesses face uncertainty surrounding restructuring and are being forced into new operating paradigms like remote commerce, RevSherpas LLC aims to assist business owners by utilizing their deep experience in strategic customer relationship management ("CRM") and customer experience ("CX") transformation to deepen client loyalty and elevate business performance.

SROA Capital Pays Quarterly Distributions – Sees Market Opportunity Ahead

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., May 20, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SROA Capital, LLC ("SROA"), a West Palm Beach-based vertically-integrated real estate investment management firm with $1 billion of assets under management and owner/operator of Storage Rentals of America, announced today that it has paid its first quarter distribution.

Americans Reminded to Enjoy the Sun Safely this Summer

WASHINGTON, D.C., May 20, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- To turn the tide against rising rates of skin cancer in the United States, the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention - and it's broad national member coalition of over 45 organizations - has designated the Friday before Memorial Day as the 12th annual "Don't Fry Day" to encourage sun safety awareness and to remind everyone to protect their skin while enjoying the outdoors.

LBA Ware Publishes Findings of Top-10 Lender’s Compensation Automation Cost-Benefit Analysis

MACON, Ga., May 20, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LBA Ware, a leading provider of incentive compensation management (ICM) and business intelligence software solutions for the mortgage industry, today released the findings of a cost-benefit analysis quantifying one mortgage lender's expected return on investment after implementing CompenSafe.

New Touchless Hot Desk and Meeting Room Management Version Helps Better Workplace Safety for the Post-Pandemic Return to Work

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., May 19, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- To meet the changing work dynamic brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, ResourceXpress Inc. has announced a major upgrade to its flagship ResourceXpress Workspace and Conference Room booking solution to enable touchless booking, social distancing and support for safety restrictions in office hot desk or hoteling workspaces and conference rooms.

Global DMS offers unique Compliance Guarantee Program for EVO Appraisal Management Software

LANSDALE, Pa., May 19, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Global DMS, a leading provider of cloud-based appraisal management software, announced that it has launched a new Compliance Guarantee Program for those that utilize its EVO-Res appraisal management platform, which covers all fines in the event that a client is found out of compliance, but is using the software's Best Practice Configuration.

Fractured Prune Donuts of New Jersey Expands to Sea Isle – Grand Opening May 22

SEA ISLE CITY, N.J., May 19, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Fractured Prune Donuts of New Jersey announced today the grand opening of its 4th location at 5004 Landis Ave in Sea Isle City, New Jersey, for May 22 at 7 a.m.

Ferrari’s Italian Villa Challenges You to Tell Them Your Best Restaurant Story

ADDISON, Texas, May 19, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A smile is the best medicine. With Coronavirus presenting new challenges every day, smiles are welcome. Fortunately, Ferrari's Italian Villa wants to celebrate your great dining memories to remind everyone of their favorite restaurants.

ARMCO Expands Integrated Third-Party Vendor Offerings Within ACES Audit Technology

DENVER, Colo., May 19, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the lending industry, announced several major enhancements to its ACES Audit Technology platform to aid lenders' loan defect categorization and post-closing quality control efforts.

Epix Gear Launches Made in the USA Custom-Designed Sports Apparel

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. and TEMPE, Ariz., May 19, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Colorado-based sports apparel company, Epix Gear, has announced the re-shoring of their apparel production with the opening of a made in the USA facility in Tempe, Arizona.

Digital Mortgage Provider Maxwell Extends Product Offering with New Fulfillment Platform

DENVER, Colo., May 19, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Digital mortgage provider Maxwell today announced a new way for small and midsize lenders to scale processing capacity to meet market needs through the launch of the Maxwell Fulfillment Platform.

New Philadelphia Pedestrian Fatality Study Highlights Accident Statistics and Community Response

PHILADELPHIA, Pa., May 18, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Pearce Law Firm, Personal Injury and Accident Lawyers P.C. has a new pedestrian fatality study which highlights accident statistics and community response. Accidents involving pedestrians resulting in serious injuries or fatalities are on the rise in Philadelphia.

Author Releases Acclaimed Memoir Opening With ‘Memoirs Really Suck’

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., May 18, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Colorado author Wayne McFarland breaks memoir mold with release of a hilarious, often moving 27-story chronicle of life events, like shark fishing in (ones) underwear, getting shot or blowing town with a monkey. The memoir is "Tales From The Day" (ISBN: 978-1645503347).

VDC Display Systems Selected for MMD Program

COCOA, Fla., May 18, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Video Display Corporation (OTC:VIDE) is pleased to announce that its VDC Display Systems subsidiary has been awarded a significant contract by a major US defense contractor for the delivery of its next generation Multi Mission Display (MMD) rugged display line.

TeamSnap Appoints Tech Leaders to Executive Team

BOULDER, Colo., May 15, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TeamSnap CEO and co-founder Dave DuPont announced today new additions to its executive team. Global tech leader Woody Hartman joins TeamSnap as President and Head of Product, overseeing business operations for the industry-leading sports platform. Partnership executive Alex Underwood has been named General Manager of Advertising and Commerce.

Whitewater Rafting Season Begins in West Virginia

OAK HILL, W.Va., May 15, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- New River Gorge, whitewater rafting outfitters are excited to begin their 2020 season following guidelines set in place by West Virginia Governor Jim Justice to modify operational procedures in order to provide COVID-19 safety precautions for outfitter guests and staff. ACE Adventure Resort in Oak Hill, West Virginia is excited to get back out on the river.

Silver Solutions Offers Free Infographic Designed to Help Families Who Lost Loved Ones During COVID Crisis

PALM BEACH, Fla., May 15, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Silver Solutions, a company specializing in helping older adults and their families live safer, less stressful lives wherever they call home, today released a new downloadable infographic entitled “What to do with Mom’s Home after she passes” for posting or sharing.

Atlanta Face & Body ushers in new procedures to keep patients and staff safe amid pandemic

ATLANTA, Ga., May 15, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Atlanta Face & Body announces new safety protocols during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. As a medical office and accredited ambulatory surgery facility, the Atlanta-based practice has always been held to a high level of cleanliness and sterility.

Polar Controller Mitigates Possible Spread of COVID-19 with New Indoor Airspace Management Technology

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 15, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Now that the country is beginning to come out of lockdown, indoor airspace management is becoming a concern in managing the spread of COVID-19 according to Polar Controller. Unlike outdoor airspace, which scatters aerosol droplets over a larger area, indoor particulates hitch a ride on airspace currents, dispersing throughout business establishments.

Farewell to an American Hero: Juan ‘Skip’ Torres – Purple Heart Recipient, Korean and Vietnam War Veteran and Retired US Marshal

PINE ISLAND, Fla., May 15, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Family of Juan Manuel Torres announced today that Dr. Juan Manuel Torres of Pine Island, Fla.-a decorated Korean and Vietnam veteran and beloved father, grandfather, and friend to many-passed away this week at the age of 86-years-old after a courageous battle with cancer and pneumonia.

Paralympic Medalist and Gulf War Vet Launches Business Leadership Book

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., May 15, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Paralympic Games Silver Medalist, Persian Gulf War veteran and TEDx Motivational Speaker John Register marks 26 years since he embraced a "new normal" - becoming an amputee following a misstep over a hurdle while training for the Olympic Games - in a new business leadership development book set to launch May 17, on Amazon.

NEXT™ Team Adds Staff to Expand Digital Footprint

EDMOND, Okla., May 15, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- NEXT Mortgage Events LLC (NEXT™), creator of NEXT women's executive mortgage summit and NEXTMortgageNews.com, has announced that it has added two key positions to support the expansion of its digital footprint.

Move For Hunger and North American Van Lines Renew Partnership

RED BANK, N.J., May 15, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Move For Hunger, a national non-profit organization, and northAmerican(R) Van Lines announced today that they have renewed their partnership to reduce food waste and fight hunger in the United States. Since 2011, northAmerican's 76 participating agents have rescued nearly 440,000 lbs. of food and have provided more than 365,000 meals to people who are facing hunger.

Dr. Thomas T. Nagle Joins Sturbridge Growth Partners as Advisory Partner

MEDFIELD, Mass., May 14, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sturbridge Growth Partners, a boutique management consulting firm dedicated to driving profitable growth for clients through innovative approaches to pricing and value management, announced today that Tom Nagle has joined the company as an Advisory Partner.

Therapeutic Music Video Reduces Stress of Coronavirus Lockdown

MADISON, Wis., May 14, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The International Forgiveness Institute (IFI) announced today that University of Wisconsin-Madison psychologist Robert Enright, Ph.D., has teamed up with acclaimed songwriter-performer Sam Ness to produce a "therapeutic music-discussion video" for adults who are struggling with the anguish created by the coronavirus lockdown.

The Devil is in the Details: Black-owned BWC Capital Works to Demystify Federal Stimulus PPP Loan Forgiveness

GREENSBORO, N.C., May 14, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Black-owned North Carolina-based investment firm, BWC Capital secured a Payroll Protection Program (PPP) forgivable small business loan during the first round of available funds several weeks ago.

The Santa Fe Group Awards Emeritus Status to Founding Member, Elects Three New Board Members and Appoints New Senior Scholar

NEW YORK, N.Y., May 14, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Santa Fe Group (SFG), a not-for-profit, action-oriented think tank with a passion for improving lives through oral health, announced today the new emeritus status of one of its founding members, the election of three new board members, and the appointment of a new Senior Scholar, all esteemed healthcare leaders in their fields.

SPODAK DENTAL GROUP Safely Reopens to Care for Community Members

DELRAY BEACH, Fla., May 14, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- It's been a trying time for everyone during the Coronavirus pandemic, but the Spodak Dental Group (SDG) team is reopening their doors to provide needed dental care to their community members. The SDG team will begin seeing all current and future patients for emergency and routine dental procedures starting Monday, May 11.

Colorado Optometric Association Warns Patients to Be Cautious of ‘At-Home Eye Exam’ or ‘Vision Test’ Product Claims

DENVER, Colo., May 13, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Some companies are taking advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic and asserting that their devices make it easy to conduct an eye exam at home. The Colorado Optometric Association, together with the American Optometric Association (AOA), warns that it is more important than ever to be aware of products that give the mistaken impression that their devices can substitute for a comprehensive eye examination or that they can shortcut getting a contact lens or eyeglasses prescription.

ARMCO Launches ACESXPRESS for Early Payment Defaults

DENVER, Colo., May 13, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the lending industry, announced the release of ACESXPRESS for Early Payment Defaults (EPDs) to bolster lenders' existing audit programs in light of the recent increases in required monthly EPD audit volume.

Senior Kit Estate Planning: Will, Power of Attorney, Healthcare Agent, Living Will

AVENTURA, Fla., May 12, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Elder Solutions Law Firm, PA has released a new service for Seniors in response to COVID-19. The service is called the Senior Kit, and it focuses on basic estate planning for seniors.

Top of Mind wins eight international Hermes Awards for SurefireCRM’s creative videos that help mortgage lenders engage prospects and customers

ATLANTA, Ga., May 12, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Top of Mind Networks (Top of Mind), a leader in customer relationship management (CRM) and marketing automation software for the mortgage lending industry, was recognized with four platinum and four gold awards for outstanding corporate marketing in the 2020 Hermes Creative Awards.

Altavera Founder Brian Simons joins Maxwell executive team

DENVER, Colo., May 12, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Digital mortgage leader Maxwell has announced Altavera Mortgage Services founder and former CEO Brian Simons has joined the company as president. Simons comes to Maxwell with 23 years of experience in the mortgage industry, including capital markets, loan origination and default management.

Innovation Technology Award Goes to OpenClose Loan Origination System

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., May 12, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- OpenClose the industry-leading omni-channel loan origination system (LOS) and digital mortgage fintech provider, announced that it received PROGRESS in Lending Association's 2020 Innovation Award for its "truly game-changing solutions in the mortgage space."

Spodak Dental Group Offers Free Dental Treatment to All First Responders Who Are Helping Fight the Coronavirus Pandemic

DELRAY BEACH, Fla., May 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Spodak Dental Group is offering free dental care for first responders in an effort to say Thank You for the work they're doing to treat local community members during the coronavirus pandemic. Any first responder (police, fire, EMS, hospital worker, medical doctor, nurse or support staff) who is experiencing dental pain is invited to make an appointment for a free dental exam, X-rays and diagnosis.

Pennsylvania Plumbing Company Rockets Into Unchartered Territory with Free Tele-Plumbing Services

CHESTER SPRINGS, Pa., May 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- People facing plumbing issues in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic are currently unable or unwilling to invite a professional plumber into their homes. That's a tricky situation to be in. Rocket Plumbing & Drain is working to answer the call and has figured out how to save its community time, money and stress through its free virtual and tele-plumbing services.

Car Seat Mobility Device Born of Necessity

TOWSON, Md., May 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Katherine Miles, creator of the Ruby Slipper Car Seat Cover, shares that for this product, which allows persons with limited mobility to enter and exit a car with ease, necessity was truly the mother of invention. Miles was faced with a common dilemma: how to help her aging parent stay active and living a full life.

Clean Air Dallas Pro Now Helps Homeowners Improve the Structural Integrity of Their Crawl Spaces

DALLAS, Texas, May 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Clean Air Dallas Pro, known among the Dallas community for providing excellent air duct cleaning services, is lending a helping hand to the homeowners in repairing as well as creating their crawl space. The duct cleaning Dallas business has found favour with the residents of Dallas and has been slowly crawling upwards to displace its nearest competitors.

Tips for Growing Grass in Shade

HUNTINGDON VALLEY, Pa., May 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- When it comes to growing grass in the shade, the process can be incredibly frustrating for homeowners. The Lawn Care Experts at Giroud Tree and Lawn have several strategies homeowners can try to combat bare spots on shady areas on the lawn.

More Space Aliens, Badder Mothers and What About Those Guns? Strong Women Take on Invasion in 4th Outing of Book Series

WILMINGTON, Vt., May 8, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- "Space Aliens, Bad Mothers And Guns! Volume 4" (ISBN: 979-8622866586) has been released on Amazon. The twins, Ayesha DeRaville and Sonise Lumbaca (DeRaville Sisters), of DSMAN, LLC, are at it again, bringing their fanbase (and welcoming new readers) 14 new short stories in their fourth self-published novel.

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