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In Chicago, Hellboy Hell Water Cinnamon Whiskey Now Available at Binny’s, Mariano’s & Treasure Island

CHICAGO, Ill., June 13, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The first-ever whiskey based on Mike Mignola's legendary "Hellboy" comic book character was recently announced by Dark Horse Comics, XXX Distillery LLC and Prestige Imports LLC. Hellboy Hell Water Cinnamon Whiskey is a craft distilled, small batch, naturally flavored cinnamon whiskey.

Technologies Management, Inc. Adds Consulting Strength to its Telecom Planning and Cost Management

MAITLAND, Fla., June 13, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Technologies Management, Inc. ("TMI") announced today the addition of Don Gale to its team of consultants. TMI, a leading provider of consulting services, project management, compliance reporting and information tools to over 200 communications companies, said that Mr. Gale's addition to their consulting team significantly enhances the firm's expertise in the areas of communications network design, implementation and cost optimization, allowing it to better serve its clients' needs in those critical areas of their operations.

‘Fear Free’ Certified Veterinary Care Now Available for Tipp City Ohio Pets

TIPP CITY, Ohio, June 12, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Tipp City Veterinary Hospital (TVCH) has become the first and only veterinary practice in Miami County to add Fear Free certification to their practice. The Fear Free(SM) training and certification program aids veterinarians and their staff in providing a safe and comfortable environment for pets that reduces fear and anxiety during visits.

Simplifile’s Paul Clifford Receives 2017 Innovation Award from October Research

PROVO, Utah, June 12, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Simplifile, a leading provider of real estate document collaboration and recording technologies for lenders, settlement agents, and counties, announced that Paul Clifford, president, was recognized with the 2017 October Research Award for Innovation for his leadership in establishing Simplifile's e-recording network, along with other achievements in support of the title industry.

Ultimate Packer Fans Unite In The Name Of Charity, New Community Shelter

GREEN BAY, Wis., June 12, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Join Professional Football's Ultimate Fan Association inductees Steve Tate and Wayne Sargent and former and current players invited to attend the 6th Annual Ultimate Packer Fan Connection party at The District D2 on Saturday, June 17, 2017 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Sarasota Attorney M David Shapiro Named A Best Lawyer 5th Consecutive Year

SARASOTA, Fla., June 9, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- For a fifth year in a row, personal injury and civil trial attorney M. David Shapiro, of Shapiro Goldman Babboni Fernandez & Walsh has been accepted as a member of Best Lawyers. Highly regarded within the legal industry, Best Lawyers has been cited as one of the most respected peer review publication in the legal profession.

U.S. Charities Can Now Get a Complimentary Vanity Number from RingBoost

PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y., June 8, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Leading vanity number provider RingBoost is expanding its donation program to provide custom phone numbers to nonprofits and charitable organizations. Following a successful run that has seen the company find memorable numbers for a variety of worthy causes, such as Gracepointe Church in Florida and Habitat for Humanity in Pittsburgh, RingBoost wanted to bring the benefits to a wider audience.

Verify Smart Corp (VSMR) Signs Letter of Intent to Acquire Equity Stake, Exclusive International Reseller Rights in Med-Con Technologies

FERNLEY, Nev., June 8, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Verify Smart Corporation (OTC:VSMR / OTCMKTS:VSMR) a Global innovator in financial fraud prevention and digital distribution solutions announced today that it has signed a Letter of Intent to acquire an equity stake and exclusive international reseller rights in Med-Con Technologies, LLC for cash and stock.

SunBug Solar Completes Solarize Campaign Out of New Massachusetts Office

WESTFIELD, Mass., June 6, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SunBug Solar is proud to announce the completion of the sign-up phase of the Solarize Windsor, Cummington, Goshen and Worthington (Solarize Mass WCGW) initiative. Solarize Mass WCGW is part of a Solarize Mass, a partnership between the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) and the Green Communities Division of the Department of Energy Resources (DOER) that encourages the adoption of small scale solar in Massachusetts communities.

QuestSoft and OpenClose Announce June 21 Webinar on New CFPB HMDA Rules

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. and LAGUNA HILLS, Calif., June 7, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- OpenClose, a multi-channel loan origination system (LOS) provider, and QuestSoft, a provider of automated mortgage compliance software, announced that they will host a joint webinar covering the new CFPB HMDA regulations, how they will impact organizations, and outline specific plans to make compliance with the new HMDA rules the most efficient and time-saving process in the mortgage industry.
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Sokal Media Group Signs Honda Conyers of Georgia to Marketing Programs

RALEIGH, N.C., June 7, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sokal Media Group signs Honda Conyers. Honda Conyers is a new and used car dealership that extends special care to all its customers. Offering modest prices, easy financing, and special offers, their friendly sales team will make you feel at home. Located in Conyers, Ga., the store affords easy access from Covington and Monroe.

Famous Japanese-style Creperie B-Bee Crepe & Boba Announces Its Illinois Reopening with New Menu and Special Event

CHICAGO, Ill., June 7, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- B-Bee Crepe & Boba, beloved Japanese-style crepe specialty restaurant located inside Mitsuwa Marketplace in Arlington Heights, Illinois, is delighted to announce its reopening on June 19, 2017, featuring a new selection of savory and sweet crepes made of fresh fruits and special whipped cream.

In Florida, Pompano Beach CRA and Urban Land Institute Symposium to Reveal Innovation District Opportunity

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., June 7, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Pompano Beach CRA has partnered with the Urban Land Institute to host a unique symposium outlining the $500 million investment opportunity available for developers in the Pompano Beach Innovation District. Nationally recognized redevelopment experts and invested developers will provide comprehensive details about the last 24 acres of undeveloped parcels in Broward County with prime visibility from I-95.

QC REPORT: TRID and Loan Package Documentation Defects Comprise Over 68 Percent of Reported Defects

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., June 6, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of financial quality control and compliance software, announced it has released the ARMCO Mortgage QC Industry Trends Report for the fourth quarter of 2016 and calendar year 2016.

Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America Honors Chef Brock for Work as Awareness Ambassador

NEW YORK, N.Y., June 6, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America (MGFA), the nonprofit dedicated to raising research funds for and awareness of the neuromuscular disease myasthenia gravis (MG), announces that Chef Sean Brock has graciously volunteered to be an Awareness Ambassador for the organization.

International Document Services Builds Mortgage Doc Preview Feature for LendingQB Integration

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, June 6, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mortgage document preparation vendor International Document Services, Inc. (IDS), announced it has incorporated a new document preview feature into its integration with LendingQB's cloud-based loan origination solution (LOS). The feature allows LendingQB users to preview mortgage documents, such as the Loan Estimate or Closing Disclosure, before they are submitted to fulfillment.
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With CloudABIS Suite, SecuGen and M2SYS Technology Partner to Advance Adoption of Biometric Solutions

ATLANTA, Ga., June 6, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- M2SYS Technology, a global leader in biometric identification management solutions announced today a new partnership designed to help customers using SecuGen fingerprint readers to accelerate their projects with the adoption of CloudABIS - a suite of cloud-based biometric identification management software tools.
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Don’t Mess with Texas: Donald Eugene Lowe Announces his Presidential Campaign for 2020

SAN ANGELO, Texas, June 5, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Four years ago, Donald Eugene Lowe launched his presidential campaign and ran for president in 2016. Today, he continues to be dismayed by the direction of the country and maintains his position that he is the right choice for president of the United States in 2020.

EPIC Insurance Presents CSRA SHRM Strategic Session for HR in Augusta, Georgia

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. and ATLANTA, Ga., June 5, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that it will host the CSRA SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) Mini Conference on Thursday, June 8 from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at The Legends Club in Augusta, Georgia.

Camp Forever Fun 2017: Craft Beers and Michigan Adult Summer Camp

READING, Mich., June 2, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Five of Michigan's top breweries have come together to sponsor Camp Forever Fun, the Midwest's premier adult summer camp. This year's camp will be sponsored by Arcadia, Atwater, Ellison's, Shorts, and New Holland. "The slogan of my camp is "Everything you loved as a kid, plus craft beer!" says Joel Paul Reisig, owner of Camp Forever Fun.

FormFree Promotes Douglas Brewer to Director, Enterprise Architecture

ATLANTA, Ga., June 1, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree today announced the appointment of senior software developer Douglas Brewer to the role of director of enterprise architecture. Brewer, who first joined FormFree in 2014, will be responsible for managing the retention and growth of FormFree's software development team, overseeing enterprise software design and ensuring the quality and timely delivery of software updates.
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Sokal Media Group Signs South Carolina’s McKinney Dodge RAM Chrysler Jeep & McKinney Mazda

RALEIGH, N.C., June 1, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sokal Media Group announces signing of McKinney Dodge RAM Chrysler Jeep & McKinney Mazda. McKinney has been an enterprising automotive influence over the past 18 years, serving the South Carolina Upstate area. Over the years the group has grown to offer 6 major brands including Dodge, Ram, Chrysler, Jeep, and Mazda.

Hurricane Season Travel Insurance Advisory for Summer 2017: Protect Investment In This Above Average Storm Year

NEW YORK, N.Y., June 1, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today marks the official kickoff of hurricane season, just when the travel season is picking up across the country, and TravelInsurance.com is taking the time to remind travelers the importance of protecting their investments. Protection may be even more critical this year, as the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is predicting a higher-than-average number of named storms, with anywhere from 11 to 17 expected to hit.

EPIC Insurance Brokers Kicks Off its 2017 Energy Forum Roadshow in Texas

HOUSTON, Texas, June 1, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today the successful launch of their 2017 Energy Forum in Houston and that they will host two additional Energy Forum presentations in Dallas and Oklahoma City next week.

Finance Industry Veteran Finn Klemann Joins Mortgage Tech Vendor, LBA Ware

MACON, Ga., June 1, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LBA Ware(TM), a leading provider of automated compensation software and systems integration solutions for mortgage lending and retail banking, announced it has hired Finn Klemann as director of business development. In this role, Klemann will bring his more than 20 years of business development and sales experience in forging new relationships for LBA Ware in the financial services industry, with a specific focus on targeting growth in the mortgage industry.

Hedstrom Fitness Launches its Next Generation Surge® – The Surge® Storm

ASHLAND, Ohio, June 1, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Hedstrom Fitness is thrilled to announce the launch of their newest product in the Hydro-Inertia(R) Training line, the Surge(R) Storm. Hedstrom Fitness has brought Hydro-Inertia Training to the forefront with the Surge and Kamagon Ball(R) over the last three years.

‘C diff Science’ Honors Health Professionals Dedicated to Clostridium difficile Research

TAMPA, Fla., May 31, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The C Diff Foundation hosts "C. diff. Science" on Sept. 14 to honor professionals dedicated to the scientific research and development in the Clostridium difficile (C. difficile, C. diff.) community worldwide, chaired by Professor Simon M. Cutting, PhD, of Molecular Microbiology at Royal Holloway, University of London.

Ask the LTC Experts: ACSIA Partners Offers Decision Funnel for Quick, Easy Long-Term Care Choices

KIRKLAND, Wash., May 31, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Many Americans spend hours investigating long-term care options online, only to come away confused and dispirited. Now there's another way to go. It's a by-phone Decision Funnel designed to cut through the complexity. Offered by ACSIA Partners, the service will be delivered by real human specialists, not phone robots.

The Simplifile E-Recording Network Now Available in 15 U.S. Midwestern, Western Jurisdictions

PROVO, Utah, May 30, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Simplifile, a leading provider of real estate document collaboration and recording technologies for lenders, settlement agents, and counties, has expanded its industry-leading e-recording network to include 15 additional recording jurisdictions across the Western and Midwestern United States.

American Fidelity Reports More Than Two Thirds of Americans Not Prepared for Disability

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla., May 30, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The average American Fidelity Assurance Company long-term disability is nearly three years. Even though one in five adults experiences a long-term disability, most Americans are ill-prepared to cover expenses if they are unable to work (note 1). The average American could not cover a $400 emergency without selling some of their possessions and 69 percent have less than $1,000 in savings (notes 2, 3).

In Tampa, Attorney Bernard Walsh Speaks on Trucking Accident Representation at APITLA Trucking Summit

TAMPA, Fla., May 26, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Attorney Bernard Walsh of the Bradenton office of Shapiro Goldman Babboni Fernandez & Walsh gave a presentation at the APITLA Interstate Trucking Super Summit. Entitled, "How an Attorney Works a Trucking Case: The A to Z Basics," the CLE accredited seminar instructed the audience of attorney and law students.

EaseUS Releases Newly Designed MacOS Backup App: Todo Backup for Mac

CHENGDU, China, May 26, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EaseUS has revealed an exciting innovation with its newly designed Todo Backup for Mac to keep MacOS data safe from threats. With long term research and development, EaseUS' brand new Mac backup software covers advanced backup and disaster recovery features that are vital and handy for data security.

Up to 50% off DVDFab – Fengtao Software Rolls out Summertime 2017 Hot Deals

BEIJING, China, May 26, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Fengtao Software, the industry leader in the field of DVD, Blu-ray and video backup solutions, unveils a new round of campaign addressed as the Summertime Hot Deals, to cool down the hot weather a little bit by slashing the price down up to 50 percent off its hot-selling products. The hot deals start today, and end on June 15, 2017.

Pompano Beach CRA Announces 2017 Florida City Vista Artist in Residence Program

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., May 25, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Pompano Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) has issued a call for artists of all disciplines to submit applications for the City Vista Artist in Residence (AiR) program. City Vista is a mixed-use apartment building located in the heart of the developing downtown district.

First eClosing Transaction in North Carolina: Mid America Mortgage Purchases eNote

ADDISON, Texas, May 25, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mid America Mortgage, Inc. (Mid America) announced today it has purchased the eNote from North Carolina's first eMortgage transaction. The transaction, which was completed entirely electronically on May 5, was a refinance for a property in Winston-Salem and was executed by Hickory-based North State Bank. Upon completion of the closing, Mid America was able to purchase the resulting eNote within one business day after receiving the final loan package.

Indiana Virtual School and EdisonLearning Partner to Increase Quality Online Education Options

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., May 24, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Indiana Virtual School announces that it will be partnering with international education services provider - EdisonLearning - to expand and enhance the delivery of online courses to students and school corporations across the State of Indiana.

To Help Settlement Agents and Recorders, Simplifile Adds 14 Counties in American Northeast to Its Network

PROVO, Utah, May 24, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Simplifile, a leading provider of real estate document collaboration and recording technologies for lenders, settlement agents, and counties, has added more than a dozen new recording jurisdictions in five states across the American Northeast to its e-recording network, the nation's largest.

WorldAPP Secures Financing Round with Bay Capital Investment Partners to Fuel Growth

BRAINTREE, Mass., May 23, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- WorldAPP, a leading provider of mobile data collection and process optimization software today announced that it has completed financing round with Providence-based Bay Capital Investment Partners. The transaction amount was not disclosed.

Georgia Student Overcomes the Odds to Receive $1.8 Million In Scholarships, Including to 6 Top Colleges

MARIETTA, Ga., May 24, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Foundation for Ensuring Access and Equity today announced that on Sunday, May 28, 2017 the Turner Chapel AME Church in Marietta, Georgia will host its 10th Annual High School Graduation Celebration Worship Service. The blessings will be flowing for several students who have been offered full college scholarships. However, for Paulding County High School's Kimberly Hadaway, the blessings are overflowing with full scholarships to 6 of the country's top colleges.

Trustworthy Android Phone Monitoring Solution from SPYZIE Launched Worldwide

SHENZHEN, China, and NEW YORK, May 23, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With employees wasting 759 hours each year due to workplace distractions, and parents admitting that their children spend too much time on their gadgets, it's little wonder that the country is facing a mobile phone epidemic. But a new platform called Spyzie aims to help rewind times back to before mobile phones dominated lives.

Capacity LLC Partners with Lightning Pick for a Brighter Fulfillment Solution

NORTH BRUNSWICK, N.J., May 23, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Capacity LLC, trusted leaders in order fulfillment, e-commerce, and electronic data interchange (EDI), has partnered with Wisconsin-based automation experts Lightning Pick to bring a new fulfillment solution to clients.

Ann Fulmer Joins FormFree in Atlanta as Chief Strategy Officer

ATLANTA, Ga., May 23, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree(R) today announced that it has hired mortgage loan quality subject matter expert and analyst Ann Fulmer as its chief strategy and industry relations officer. FormFree's flagship product, AccountChek(R), is an asset verification app that streamlines the loan underwriting process for both borrowers and lenders, resulting in higher borrower satisfaction and shaving more than a week off the time it takes to close a loan.

Heart Imaging Technologies and Siemens Healthineers Agree to Jointly Sell the Precession CMR Solution

DURHAM, N.C., May 23, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Heart Imaging Technologies, LLC (HeartIT) and Siemens Healthineers have agreed to cooperatively sell the latest version of HeartIT's Precession cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR) workflow solution. Precession is the first browser-based CMR solution to combine medical image viewing, analysis, and reporting into one comprehensive, cloud-based platform.

Florida Attorney Bernard F Walsh Recommends Increased Safety and Label Warnings Needed for Energy Drinks After Teen Death

BRADENTON, Fla., May 22, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The report that a teenager died as a result of drinking an energy drink in combination with other caffeinated drinks has prompted calls for improved safety regulations on energy supplements by Attorney Bernard F. Walsh.

In Ohio, Kettering City Schools saves more than $900K in utility costs through project with Energy Optimizers, USA

TIPP CITY, Ohio, May 22, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Just three years after partnering with Energy Optimizers, USA, on an ambitious energy improvement project, Kettering City Schools has saved more than $900,000 in utility costs. The project, which began in 2013, included interior and exterior lighting retrofits, districtwide controls commissioning, advanced energy management programming and Energy Star certifications.

According to dr.fone, the FBI Can’t Find Anything on Your iPhone, Even Spending $900,000+

LONDON, UK, May 22, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- For many, Apple's iPhone is the number one choice for security and safety of user data, says dr.fone toolkit. It's been widely accepted for many years that Apple puts privacy high on the agenda when it comes to its operating systems and smart devices.

Spaceman Leland Melvin pens ‘Chasing Space: An Astronaut’s Story of Grit, Grace, and Second Chances’

NEW YORK, N.Y., May 19, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Retired pro football player Leland Melvin thought his road to the NFL was an incredible journey - until he climbed aboard the shuttle Atlantis and traveled to outer space. Twice. Melvin, a former wide receiver for the Detroit Lions, engineer and astronaut, shares his real-life experiences, triumphs and challenges in an inspirational memoir. The book: "CHASING SPACE: AN ASTRONAUT'S STORY OF GRIT, GRACE, AND SECOND CHANCES" (ISBN: 978-0062496720; Amistad Hardcover Original).

In Texas, Jordan and Jordan Announces Separation from John Powter Insurance Agency

ADDISON, Texas, May 19, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Linda Jordan ended her business partnership with Powter Insurance, and launched Product Liability Specialty, LLC doing business as Jordan and Jordan Insurance Group. This structural change will have little to no impact on daily business operations with the agency. Any correspondence and checks will continue to bear the Jordan & Jordan name, as they always have.

IDS Inc. Receives Certification from Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac for Its UCD XML File

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, May 19, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mortgage document preparation vendor International Document Services, Inc. (IDS), announced its Uniform Closing Dataset (UCD) XML file has been certified to meet all UCD requirements by both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac ahead of the GSE's September 25 deadline for UCD delivery. To have its UCD XML file certified by the GSEs, IDS underwent an extensive testing process to ensure the dataset was delivered in a GSE-acceptable format.

Pompano Beach Cultural Center Opens in FL with Dazzling Events and Renowned Artists

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., May 18, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Pompano Beach Cultural Center opened Thursday, May 11 with a spectacular ribbon cutting ceremony featuring dancers whose costume unfurled to become the red ribbon cut by Mayor Lamar Fisher and an esteemed group of City, County and State leaders.

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