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Aiming to Become the Largest Clothes Swap in History: 16-Year-old Launches Global Simultaneous Clothing Swap

PRINCETON, N.J., Aug. 13, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Soor Sanghvi, a junior at West Windsor-Plainsboro High School South, was inspired to start his environmental organization, Revogue LLC, after learning about the significant environmental impact of the fashion industry. Discovering the profound benefits of sustainability, Soor realized that creating a more sustainable fashion industry, while challenging, is attainable.

Accountable CRM Launches First Activity-Based Platform for Mortgage Teams

AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 12, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 90-Day Sales Manager proudly launches the first activity-based CRM with built-in coaching and accountability for mortgage teams at credit unions and community banks. The 3-in-1 platform provides mortgage departments an affordable solution to help loan officers stay productive during challenging times.

New Update! HitPaw Screen Recorder is Renamed to Edimakor Screen Recorder!

NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug. 12, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HitPaw today announced an exciting update to their popular screen recording software. HitPaw Screen Recorder has been renamed to Edimakor Screen Recorder. It offers unmatched functionality, ease of use, and the ability to record smooth, high-quality video - really setting a new standard when it comes to capturing anything and everything happening on your computer screen.
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Culver City Performing Arts Grant Program 2025 Announced Supporting Theatre, Dance, and Music

Today, the City of Culver City has announced grants to support theatre, dance, and music performances. This program brings performing arts events to the community and helps make them accessible to everyone. Culver City wants everyone to have a chance to experience and enjoy the arts. Our grants support a variety of cultural experiences for Culver City's residents, businesses, artists, and visitors. Grant guidelines and applications for 2025 performances are available.

HitPaw Edimakor Win 3.2.2 Released with New AI Vocal and Background Remover! | National News

NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug. 9, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HitPaw has launched Edimakor Win 3.2.2 with powerful AI features that simplify video editing more than ever before. With the update, users can now take advantage of AI Vocal Remover, AI Background Remover, and AI Beat Marker to easily make their videos look better.

Black Chamber of Arizona Celebrates National Black Business Month | National News

PHOENIX, Ariz., Aug. 9, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Black Chamber of Arizona (BCAZ) Celebrates National Black Business Month with a Certification Day and Business Summit presented by Amazon and ASU, Aug. 21 and 28, 2024, at Memorial Union, ASU (Aug. 21) & Lush Café, Tempe (Aug. 28).
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Secured Signing Notary Community enables notaries to connect with clients online, receive jobs, and chat directly

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Secured Signing, a frontrunner in the realm of digital signature and remote online notarization solutions, is thrilled to unveil a series of substantial upgrades to its Notary Community platform. These enhancements are meticulously crafted to empower notaries to broaden their client base, attract many business opportunities, and optimize their workflow efficiency.
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Patented Fintech Allows Mortgage Buyers to Transact with Any Seller on MCT Marketplace

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology, today announced that the company has been awarded a patent for the security spread commitment used in the industry's largest mortgage asset exchange: MCT Marketplace. The security spread commitment transforms loan auctions, turning shadow bids into executable prices.

Luvme Hair Academy July Session Achieved Remarkable Success | National News

NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug. 8, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Luvme Hair, a leading brand in the human hair wigs industry, successfully hosted the second session of the Luvme Hair Academy, with approximately 150 participants joining the live event. The Luvme Hair Academy is a heartfelt manifestation of the mission at Luvme Hair, with the brand slogan "Luvme For You."

Lutheran Home’s ‘Best Friend’s Guide to Dementia’ Series Kicks Off | National News

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill., Aug. 7, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Lutheran Home is hosting a complimentary "Best Friends Guide to Dementia" educational series starting this month. The healthcare campus is part of non-profit Lutheran Life Communities and provides the most comprehensive constellation of memory support services, options and resources in Arlington Heights.

Over 20 communities become first to earn new Clean California designation in 2024

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- This week (on Aug. 3) Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom announced the launch of the Clean California Community Designation Program, a statewide effort encouraging local engagement to make communities cleaner, safer, and more sustainable. The Newsom Administration joined the City of Fresno to launch the program and designate Fresno as one of 22 California communities first to take the pledge.

Plumber Near Me Providing Free School Supplies to Local Families | National News

KYLE, Texas, Aug. 6, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Free school supplies will be provided by Plumber Near Me to families with children attending Camino Real School, Fuentes School, Tobias School, and Hemphill School. Plumber Near Me, who serves the Kyle and Austin area, is excited to support local families and students as they head back to school this year.

MCT Reports a 6% Mortgage Lock Volume Decrease in Latest July 2024 Report

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology, announced today a decrease of 5.67% in mortgage lock volume compared to the previous month. Industry professionals and enthusiasts are invited to download the complete report for comprehensive insights into the market dynamics.

LenderLogix Integrates Income, Employment Verification Services from Truv into LiteSpeed Mortgage Point-of-Sale | National News

BUFFALO, N.Y., Aug. 1, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LenderLogix, a leading provider of mortgage point-of-sale and automation software for banks, credit unions, independent mortgage banks, and brokers, today announced its integration with automated employment and income technology provider Truv. Through the integration, lenders can now access Truv's consumer-permissioned data platform through LenderLogix's point-of-sale (POS) LiteSpeed to obtain direct-to-source income and employment verification for mortgage applicants.

Restrictive Policies Contribute to California’s Low Construction Employment Ranking in 2024

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The construction unemployment rate in California stands at 3.9% through June 2024. While this marks a decrease in a year, a deeper review of the numbers shows that only 7 states have seen their unemployment rates improve slower than California, according to a state-by-state analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data released today by the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). "While the industry is pleased with a relatively low unemployment rate, we wonder how much lower it could be if we simply adopted policies consistent with the rest of the nation," said John Morris, President and CEO, ABC Northern California Chapter (ABC NorCal).

ACES Quality Management Enhances ACES Deposit Account Audit Pack for Banks and Credit Unions | National News

DENVER, Colo., July 31, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced the release of its Deposit Accounts Audit Pack. The pre-configured audit pack is designed to assist financial institutions with meeting the deposit account monitoring requirements from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and other prudential regulators.

Mortgage industry veteran Brad Cardwell joins Down Payment Resource as vice president of sales and business development | National News

ATLANTA, Ga., July 31, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry's leading technology for connecting homebuyers with homebuyer assistance programs, today announced 20-year mortgage industry veteran Brad Cardwell has joined DPR as its vice president of sales and business development.
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Championing Environmental Change: California Safe Schools Fosters National Collaboration and Innovation

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- California Safe Schools (CSS) celebrates their 26th annual pioneering "Your Life Is Now" Forum which brings together students, members of the public, local, state and federal government. 26 years ago, California Safe Schools (CSS) was founded by Robina Suwol with a mission to protect children on school sites from ever being exposed to pesticides.

Revo Sunglasses Sponsors Hope for Depression Research Foundation’s 6th Annual Week of Hope in Southampton, NY | National News

NEW YORK, N.Y., July 30, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Revo, the American heritage sunglass brand renowned for its NASA-inspired polarized lenses, proudly announces its sponsorship and participation in Hope for Depression Research Foundation's (HDRF) 6th Annual Week of Hope in Southampton, NY. The annual event to raise awareness and funds for mental health research kicks off on Thursday, July 25th, and culminates in the Foundation's flagship Race of Hope 5K to Defeat Depression on Sunday, August 4th.

Black Chamber of Arizona New Member Orientation Presented by BMO a Resounding Success! | National News

PHOENIX, Ariz., July 30, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Black Chamber of Arizona proudly announces the success of our recent New Member Orientation & Karaoke Night, held on July 26, 2024. The event, designed to welcome new members and foster a sense of community, was a remarkable evening of networking, fun, and camaraderie.

OPINION: Brother, Can You Spare an Office?

OPINION: An editorial on the state of the state by Jonas Edwin Sills -- Whilst driving on Ocean Avenue in my beloved hometown of Long Beach, California, I was struck by an image that can only be accurately shown by seeing the photo below. Go ahead and look now if you’d like, or wait for it for a interesting surprise.
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Informative Research’s Kelly Richards Receives 2024 MPA Elite Women Award

IRVINE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Informative Research, a leading technology platform that delivers data-driven solutions to the lending community, announced today that Kelly Richards, Head of Sales Support, has been named a winner of the MPA Elite Women 2024 by Mortgage Professional America (MPA). This award recognizes exceptional female leaders who have significantly contributed to the mortgage industry.

Fix Support Apple Com/iPhone/Restore in 5 Minutes – iOS 18 Supported | National News

NEW YORK, N.Y., July 29, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- If a "support.apple.com/iphone/restore" message pops up on your iPhone, you'll need to restore your device using a computer. "However, an iOS repair and management tool like Tenorshare ReiBoot provides a safe and effective way to fix an iPhone stuck on 'support.apple.com/iphone/restore' screen in less time than any other method. Besides, it can do this without data loss, and manual steps," says a Tenorshare spokesperson.

HitPaw Edimakor for Mac 3.0.0 Released with AI Video Translator and AI Copywriting! | National News

NEW YORK, N.Y., July 25, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HitPaw, a leading innovator in video editing and multimedia software, announces the launch of HitPaw Edimakor for Mac V3.0.0. This major release incorporates groundbreaking AI technology, including automatic video translation and AI-powered copywriting tools, that will revolutionize video creation workflows. With HitPaw Edimakor 3.0.0, video editors and social media producers can create localized, optimized, engaging video content faster than ever before.
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Informative Research Enhances Verification Platform through Expanded Integration with The Work Number from Equifax

GARDEN GROVE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Informative Research, a leading technology platform delivering data-driven solutions to the lending community, today announced the expansion of its verification platform through the integration of additional Equifax solutions that leverage The Work Number®, the industry-leading commercial source of consolidated income and employment information.
SECUGEN CORPORATION

SecuGen, TechMag, and Futura Partner to Help Modernize and Secure Brazilian Civil Police Procedures

SANTA CLARA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- SecuGen Corporation, a leading provider of fingerprint biometric technology, announced a strategic partnership with Brazilian reseller partner TechMag and technological solutions developer Futura to help the Civil Police of Mato Grosso to authenticate and secure documentation produced during police inquiry processes.

Informative Research EVP Shannon Santos Wins Mortgage Stars Award

IRVINE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Informative Research, a leading technology platform that delivers data-driven solutions to the lending community, announced today that Shannon Santos, Executive Vice President of Data Solutions, has been selected for the Mortgage Stars Award by Mortgage Women Magazine. This award recognizes exceptional women leaders making significant contributions to the mortgage industry.

iMyFone VoxBox TTS Voice AI Launches Video Dubbing Feature | National News

NEW YORK, N.Y., July 23, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- iMyFone VoxBox, a leading text to speech voice generator in voice AI technology, is thrilled to announce the launch of its highly anticipated video dubbing feature. This new addition empowers users to effortlessly add high-quality voiceovers to their videos, revolutionizing the way content is created and consumed.

Federal funds fuel quarterly growth in U.S. down payment assistance programs, which now number 2,415 | National News

ATLANTA, Ga., July 23, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry authority on homebuyer assistance program data and solutions, today released its Q2 2024 Homeownership Program Index (HPI) report. The Q2 report saw the national homebuyer assistance programs increase by 42 to 2,415 - the highest count on record. Much of this quarter's increase in program count was due to local agencies pulling more heavily from federal funding to support homebuyer assistance.
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Optimal Blue Launches New Generative AI Assistant Capabilities | National News

PLANO, Texas, July 23, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Optimal Blue today announced the delivery of generative AI capabilities centered on helping lenders maximize profitability on every loan transaction. Through direct engagement with its thousands of clients, the company has begun delivering generative AI capabilities built for secondary-market-specific use cases and purposefully designed to solve the real-world challenges that mortgage lenders face.
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California feeds over 3.2 million low-income children through summer SUN Bucks

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- Today, Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom announced that through SUN Bucks, a new federal food program, more than 3,240,000 low-income children and their families have received food assistance during summer break. More than $162 million in food purchases have already been made by families across the state, and over five million total cards are expected to be distributed across California in the coming months, keeping kids fed and supporting local economies.
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Calif. Gov. Newsom announces appointments for 7.17.24 including to California Youth Empowerment Commission

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- On Wed., July 17, Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom announced the following appointments: First, Melany Acosta-Parra, of Kerman, has been appointed to the California Youth Empowerment Commission. Acosta-Parra has been a Recreation Leader for the City of Kerman Parks and Recreation Department since 2021. She served on the Kerman Youth Commission from 2021 to 2024.
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Landmark $12.6 billion agreement to build a clean, renewable Hydrogen Hub in California announced

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and ARCHES announced the official signing of a landmark $12.6 billion agreement to build a clean, renewable Hydrogen Hub in California, including the up to $1.2 billion in federal funding that was announced last year when California was selected as a national hub. ARCHES is the first of seven Hydrogen Hubs throughout the country to officially sign their agreement with the DOE.
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California funding 51 projects across the state to boost apprenticeships for opportunity youth ages 16-24

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- On Wednesday (July 17) Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom announced that the Department of Industrial Relations awarded $31 million in California Opportunity Youth Apprenticeship (COYA) grants to 51 projects across the state to increase pre-apprenticeships and apprenticeships in healthcare, education, advanced manufacturing, information technology, public sector, transportation and more.
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Petco Love Again Invests in Sacramento SPCA for 2024 to Save and Improve Lives of Pets in the Sacramento Region

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Sacramento SPCA was awarded a $15,000 grant investment from national nonprofit Petco Love in support of their lifesaving work for animals in the Sacramento region.
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William Cole Vineyards Celebrates the 25th Anniversary of Cuvée Claire

ST. HELENA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- This fall, William Cole Vineyards a multigenerational, family-owned winery producing handcrafted wines in St. Helena, will commemorate the 25th anniversary of one of their signature wines, the Cuvée Claire Cabernet Sauvignon. Created by owner and winemaker William Ballentine Jr. in honor of his daughter, Claire, there is either a family connection or a special commemoration behind every label at William Cole Vineyards.

Simple Electric Brings Electrical Safety to Women’s Shelter with Enhanced Visibility | National News

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., July 16, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Simple Electric is proud to have partnered with Sojourner House to improve safety outside of the facility. The focus was to enhance security with the installation of new outdoor fixtures and lighting solutions. This initiative is part of Simple Electric's commitment to our communities.

Achieve Seamless Styles with Luvme Hair’s Bundles with Closure | National News

NEW YORK, N.Y., July 13, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Luvme Hair, a leading name in the human hair industry, is proud to introduce its premium Bundles with Closure, offering customers the ultimate solution for achieving seamless, natural-looking hairstyles. With a commitment to quality and innovation, Luvme Hair continues to set the standard for excellence in the hair extension market.

HitPaw Screen Recorder Win v2.4.0 Released with 4K&144FPS Recording and Audio Noise Reduction | National News

NEW YORK, N.Y., July 12, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HitPaw Screen Recorder, a robust recording and streaming software, has recently unveiled its Win 2.4.0 version. This upgraded release introduces settings for 4K&144FPS recording, and includes audio noise reduction features. These enhancements significantly simplify screen recording tasks for users.

Click n’ Close Chief Operations Officer Kara Lamphere Selected in Mortgage Women Magazine’s Annual Mortgage Star Award Program | National News

ADDISON, Texas, July 11, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Click n' Close, a multi-state mortgage lender serving consumers and mortgage originators through its wholesale and correspondent channels, today announced Kara Lamphere has been named a Mortgage Star in Mortgage Women Magazine's annual awards program.

Avenu Insights & Analytics Launches Avenu | Records: Transforming Document Management for Local Governments | National News

CENTREVILLE, Va., July 10, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Avenu Insights & Analytics, a leading provider of revenue recovery and software solutions for state and local governments, announces the launch of Avenu | Records, an innovative SaaS solution designed to revolutionize document imaging and indexing processes for municipalities. With Avenu | Records, Avenu continues to set the standard for delivering cutting-edge technology solutions that enhance efficiency and streamline operations for our clients.
Brandon Hall of Informative Research

Informative Research Adds Process Transformation Expert, Brandon Hall as New EVP of Operations

GARDEN GROVE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Informative Research, a leading technology platform that delivers data-driven solutions to the lending community, has named Brandon Hall as its new executive vice president (EVP) of operations. Hall brings over 20 years of experience driving operational excellence within the financial services sector and is known for implementing innovative process improvements, fostering cross-functional collaboration and leading through change.

Vice Capital Markets Launches Integration with Fannie Mae Mission Score API | National News

NOVI, Mich., July 9, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Vice Capital Markets, a leading mortgage hedge advisory firm for independent lenders, banks and credit unions, announced today it has integrated the Fannie Mae® Mission Score application programming interface (API) into its trading portal, allowing current clients to take advantage of pricing and best execution decisions to improve gain-on-sale.

Eighteen homebuyer assistance programs offering up to $117,000 are available to help people with disabilities and family caregivers purchase or modify...

ATLANTA, Ga., July 9, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In celebration of Disability Pride Month in July, Down Payment Resource (DPR) is highlighting 18 U.S. homebuyer assistance programs that are specifically designed to support people with disabilities and their family caregivers on their journey toward homeownership. While people with disabilities may be eligible for any of the 2,300-plus U.S. homebuyer assistance programs in DPR's database, 18 are specifically developed to promote accessibility and inclusivity for aspiring homeowners with disabilities.
National Roadside Traffic Safety Awareness Month

MAGLITE and The Pedestrian Safety Institute Promote Traffic and Pedestrian Safety During 2024 National Roadside Traffic Safety Awareness Month

ONTARIO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Maglite® brand partners with the Pedestrian Safety Institute (PSI) to support traffic and pedestrian safety during one of the deadliest times of the year, the first week in July. The days surrounding July 4th are particularly dangerous and are routinely referred to as the deadliest driving days of the year and pedestrian deaths make up approximately 20% of those fatalities.

iMyFone MagicMic – The Best AI Voice Changer for PC and Mobile | National News

NEW YORK, N.Y., July 1, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Nowadays, AI voice changers are widely used. Especially in games and social platforms, such as TikTok and YouTube. iMyFone MagicMic as one of the outstanding AI voice changer for PC and mobile, it not only provides real-time voice changing with 300+ AI voices but also 700+ soundboards.

Down Payment Resource expands team to keep pace with a rising number of DPA programs and increasing demand | National News

ATLANTA, Ga., July 1, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry's leading technology for connecting homebuyers with homebuyer assistance programs, today announced the addition of three new team members to support growing demand for down payment assistance (DPA) programs.
Come Over October

Come Over October 2024 Campaign Officially Announced for Wine Lovers and Foodies

NAPA VALLEY, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Celebrating the role of wine as a communal and celebratory beverage both now and historically, the team behind COME TOGETHER - A Community for Wine Inc., announces the kickoff of their Come Over October campaign. Conceived by respected wine authority Karen MacNeil, together with wine industry communications professionals Gino Colangelo and Kimberly Noelle Charles, DipWSET, the campaign encourages friends, family, and colleagues to "come over" during the month of October to share wine and celebrate friendship.
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MCT Integrates with Fannie Mae’s Mission Score API and New Product Grids to Empower Originators to Take Advantage of Market Incentives

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology, announced the launch of new integrations with Fannie Mae's Mission Score application programming interface (API) and Mission Score 2 and 3 product grids that provide better transparency and pricing for mortgages aligned with Fannie Mae's mission objectives.

Celebrating the Success of The First Luvme Hair Workshop | National News

NEW YORK, N.Y., June 28, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Luvme Hair, a leading brand in the human hair wigs industry, is thrilled to announce the success of its first-ever Luvme Hair Workshop, held on June 20th, 2024. The workshop was designed to provide a platform for learning, sharing, and connecting, embodying the brand's dedication to helping young hairstylists and enhancing wig-wearing experiences.