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In Texas, Independent Write-In 2016 Presidential Candidate Promises to Deliver

SAN ANGELO, Texas, Dec. 21, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Donald Eugene Lowe says he has been preparing for this role his whole life. And, he plans to share the details of his presidential campaign and promises in a worldwide broadcast scheduled to take place on December 23 at 1:01 p.m. EST. Interested parties can also attend the event live at the Clarion Hotel at 441 Rio Concho Drive in San Angelo. (Press Release)

NY City Event Planner Offers Amazing New Year's Eve Party Savings and Fun

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 21, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- New York City is one of the most exciting places to ring in the New Year and BestNewYears.com wants to ensure people get the most bang for their buck. 'This year, we are encouraging people to buy early and save big,' Jessica Stewart, vice president, marketing for EMRG Media, parent company for BestNewYears, says. (Press Release)

Thintri Market Study for 2016 Highlights New Competition in Wear Coatings

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 21, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Thintri, Inc. has announced a new market study that projects significant opportunities for new technologies in wear coatings. The report, 'Wear Coatings: Hard Chrome and Its Alternatives, 2016,' highlights the movement from traditional hard chrome and even common chrome replacements like thermal spray to an array of new technologies that care poised to capture significant markets in wear coating applications. (Press Release)

In Iowa, Clarke Schools' Career Academy Focuses Students on Future Success

OSCEOLA, Iowa, Dec. 18, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Clarke Community Schools in Osceola, Iowa is developing a Career Academy that will provide a specialized course pathway for career-minded students. Aligned with Governor Branstad's new Future Ready Iowa initiative, this program is the genesis of Clarke's new curriculum director Jean Bahls and Bill Trickey of Clarke County Development Corporation. (Press Release)

Big Data Hits Desktop! EaseUS Todo Backup v9 Ready for High Capacity Hard Drive Age

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 18, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EaseUS Todo Backup v9.0 makes its first public appearance at the end of this year with solid support of 16TB high capacity hard drive based on the fact that data explosion is aggressively expanding. V9.0 backup software is a cloud backup solution designed to do a favor for Windows 10 style and Backup Center, a central management console of backup plans. (Press Release)

James Brown Family Foundation Continues Legacy with Charitable Giving to New Community Corporation's Harmony House

NEWARK, N.J., Dec. 16, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The James Brown Family Foundation (JBFF) continued the legacy of the Legendary Godfather of Soul with charitable giving to The New Community Corporation's Harmony House, on Monday December 14, 2015. The children and families also received a visit from jolly Old Saint Nick and a special holiday performance from Josiah Borden and Brandon Williams. (Press Release)

Sarasota Florida Attorney David L. Goldman Participates in 'Flight To North Pole'

SARASOTA, Fla., Dec. 16, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Attorney David L. Goldman of the law firm Shapiro, Goldman, Babboni and Walsh attended the 'Flight to the North Pole' event at the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport on Thursday, December 11, 2015. Organized by the Manatee County Sheriffs Office, the annual event is a benefit held for terminally ill children and their families. (Press Release)

Hot fun in the Summertime: Adult Summer Camp is coming to Michigan at Camp Forever Fun

READING, Mich., Dec. 15, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Looking for an amazing holiday gift for your 'grown-up' children aged 21 and up? Send them to summer camp again! Camp Forever Fun, Michigan's premier all-inclusive summer camp for young adults, will run two sessions, Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day weekend, in 2016. (Press Release)

In Philadelphia, Journey Sales Named 2015 Hot Vendor for Sales Enablement by Aragon Research

PHILADELPHIA, Pa., Dec. 15, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Journey Sales, a leading provider of innovative customer engagement solutions for sales professionals, is pleased to announce that it won the Aragon Research Hot Vendor 2015 Award in the category of Sales Enablement. The Aragon Research Hot Vendor and Innovation Awards are given annually at the end of each year. (Press Release)

Selfie Stick Inventor's Prediction for Best Camera in 2016: Not Drones!

DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Dec. 15, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Selfie Stick inventor Wayne Fromm, and CEO of Quik Pod(R) selfie sticks, has followed the growth of drones, action cameras, high resolution smartphones and DSLR's and predicts what will prove popular in the year to come. (Press Release)

EaseUS Launches Data Recovery Wizard for Mac OSX v9.8

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EaseUS blazes new trails of Mac data recovery with Data Recovery Wizard for Mac v9.8, including the latest technician edition for service provider and IT admin, capable of getting lost data back from disk images safely with refined UI design for better user experience. Fully compatible with all new features of Mac OS X EI Capitan, the new 9.8 version caters to users' usual practices such as familiar real-time notes in notification center and quick preview. (Press Release)

New Jersey Soul Santa: James Brown Toy Giveaway Uplifts Children Spirits for The Holidays

NEWARK, N.J., Dec. 11, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On Monday, December 14, 2015, The James Brown Family Foundation will continue the legacy of the Legendary Godfather of Soul with charitable giving to The New Community Corporation's Harmony House. Deanna Brown Thomas, daughter of the Godfather and President of the James Brown Family Foundation (JBFF), extends his charitable giving on Monday December 14, 2015 as she brings the James Brown Toy Giveaway to New Jersey! (Press Release)

DVDFab Christmas Deals: 1-Year Video Converter Free License Giveaway

BEIJING, China, Dec. 11, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Starting Dec. 11, 2015, Fengtao Software, an industry leader specializing in DVD, Blu-ray and video backup solutions, rolls out its Christmas Special Deals 2015, offering customers up to 30 percent discounts on some of its hot-selling products, plus an exceptional opportunity to get a lifetime license of its video converter software totally for free. (Press Release)

Texas' Mid America Mortgage Offers Marketing Tools through Mid America Concierge Service

ADDISON, Texas, Dec. 9, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mid America Mortgage, Inc. (Mid America) Owner and Chief Executive Officer Jeff Bode announced the firm has developed Mid America Concierge, an online marketing support portal for its strategic business partners, including real estate agents and brokers. (Press Release)

Ohio's Bash Foo Recognized as Small Business of the Year by Tipp City Chamber

TIPP CITY, Ohio, Dec. 9, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On December 2, 2015 Bash Foo was acknowledged by the Tipp City Chamber of Commerce as the 2015 Small Business of the Year at their annual Holiday Gala. The awards program recognizes Tipp City-area companies and its leaders who have proven themselves in the business community. (Press Release)

Crofton, Maryland Now Has Tatt2Away at Mystic Piercing and Tattoo

CROFTON, Md., Dec. 9, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Rejuvatek Medical, Inc. officially launches a new Tatt2Away non laser tattoo removal system location in the state of Maryland. Tito Harris of Mystic Piercing and Tattoo in Crofton has come on board with the company to offer to all its clientele certified tattoo removal as the first Tatt2Away Center in the state. (Press Release)

For Third Consecutive Year ENSUENO, PINALEN, PINOL & CLORALEN Donate $25,000 to Help Find Cure for Childhood Cancer

HOUSTON, Texas, Dec. 8, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- For the third consecutive year, AlEn USA join forces with Curing Children's Cancer Fund and donates $25,000 to provide financial support for some of the country's leading pediatric cancer researchers. (Press Release)

Texas A&M Leverages Multiple Regent Education Products to Serve Entire Population

COMMERCE, Texas, Dec. 8, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Texas A and M University-Commerce has expanded the use of Regent Education's financial aid management solution, Regent 8, to support the administration of financial aid for its entire population. In addition, it has added Regent's SNAP product to its solution set to automate the financial aid application process for students who are not eligible for federal financial aid but are eligible for state-funded programs. (Press Release)
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Diabetic Alert: Weitz & Luxenberg Add Serious Urinary Tract Infections to SGLT2 Inhibitor Injury Probe

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 7, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Weitz and Luxenberg, P.C., today announced that the firm has expanded the scope of its investigation into SGLT2 inhibitor drug injuries. SGLT2 inhibitor drugs include Invokana and others listed below. This move will allow the nationally known mass tort law and personal injury firm to focus on cases where people taking SGLT2 inhibitors were hospitalized after developing urosepsis (serious infection of the blood) or pyelonephritis (infection of the kidneys) from SGLT2 inhibitor-associated urinary tract infections. (Press Release)

In N.J., Crystal Auto Mall Names Sokal Media Group Agency of Record

MORRISVILLE, N.C., Dec. 4, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Crystal Auto Mall has selected Sokal Media Group as their agency of record. Founded in 1990, Crystal is one of the leading Toyota, Scion and Mazda dealers in New Jersey. The decision was made based on Sokal Media Group's creative strategy and extensive experience in the automotive industry. (Press Release)

Ohio's Proto Plastics Recognized as Tipp City Chamber Business of the Year

TIPP CITY, Ohio, Dec. 4, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On December 2, 2015, Proto Plastics was acknowledged by the Tipp City Chamber of Commerce as the 2015 Business of the Year at their annual Holiday Gala. (Press Release)

Telly Awards: Documentary of Four Seasons Efforts to Improve Palliative Care in Zambia Wins

ASHEVILLE, N.C., Dec. 3, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Filmmakers Dylan and Melanie Trivette of Trivette Images were recently recognized as bronze winners of the 36th Annual Telly Awards for their documentary 'A Unified Presence' in the non-profit organization category, Four Seasons Compassion For Life announced today. (Press Release)

Florida Christmas Shopping: Free Holiday Events at The Avenue Viera

VIERA, Fla., Dec. 3, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Stop by The Avenue Viera this 2015 holiday season for exciting complimentary events and seasonal activities. Relax after a long day of shopping and enjoy festive, family-friendly activities at the management office. (Press Release)

Get Out and Play! Adult Summer Camp is coming to the Midwest at Camp Forever Fun

READING, Mich., Dec. 3, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Summer Camp, it's not just for kids anymore! Camp Forever Fun, the Midwest's premier all-inclusive summer camp for young adults, will run two sessions, Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day weekend, in 2016. (Press Release)

Seattle Bash announces 14th Annual INDULGENCE New Year's Eve Bash at the EMP Museum

SEATTLE, Wash., Dec. 2, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Seattle Bash, a leading event production company in the Puget Sound area, today announced the INDULGENCE New Year's Eve Bash would continue the long tradition of being held at the EMP Museum in downtown Seattle, December 31, 2015. (Press Release)

FDA approves mobile diabetes monitoring system: Android for Gmate SMART

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 2, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Philosys, the maker of Gmate(R) products, announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved clearance for the Gmate SMART Blood Glucose Monitoring System and App for Android(TM). The Gmate SMART is a small, portable blood glucose meter that plugs into the headphone jack of a smartphone and provides fast and accurate blood glucose test results. (Press Release)

The Solution to Terrorism: establish a world where all human beings can live a loving, truthful, and sensational life

KAMUELA, Hawaii, Dec. 1, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- To have a long-term solution for terrorism we need to understand the way that terrorism has become a part of our consciousness in everyday life, says Eric Bonnici. We also need to understand why terrorists kill and share it through social media to inflame terror in us. Although it is important to look for short-term solutions to create safety from the immediate threats of terrorism, they are not a long-term solution to terrorism itself. We cannot fight terrorism with behaviors that are propelled by our own fear. (Press Release)

Is There Anything New in Toilets? asks Beacon Plumbing in Seattle

SEATTLE, Wash., Dec. 1, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The short answer is yes, and what's new will surprise you, says Jason Morgan of Beacon Plumbing. It should especially please the majority of people out there who are unhappy with the allegedly water-saving toilets that require two or more flushes and end up using more water. New toilet designs have managed to provide a great flush with less water, and there are plenty of model choices that Beacon Plumbing can install. (Press Release)

OpenClose and LBA Ware Automate the Loan Compensation Process

MACON, Ga. and WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Dec. 1, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- OpenClose(R) an enterprise-class, multi-channel, end-to-end loan origination system (LOS) provider, and Lending and Banking Automation Software (LBA Ware), the leading provider of commission automation software, have formed a partnership to seamlessly pass loan information from OpenClose's LenderAssist(TM) LOS into LBA Ware's CompenSafe application to automate the entire commission process. (Press Release)

Church Hosts 5th Annual FREE College Discussion Panel on Saturday, Dec. 19, 2015, from 10 a.m. – Noon

MARIETTA, Ga., Dec. 1, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Turner Chapel AME Church Education Ministry (Marietta, Ga.), hosts its 5th Annual College Discussion Panel, on Saturday, December 19, 2015, from 10 a.m. - Noon. Appearing on the panel will be students representing 13 public, private, HBCU, community college, graduate school, law school, and medical school programs. (Press Release)

Georgia-based author and educational consultant, Mychal Wynn, focuses on expanding college access for lower income students

ROSWELL, Ga., Nov. 30, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Georgia-based author and educational consultant, Mychal Wynn, is working to expand college access for lower income and first generation students. Wynn notes, 'As students nationally apply to college over the coming months, students who will be the first in their family to attend college and those from low-income families, will be particularly at risk of making the wrong college choice.' (Press Release)

Florence County School District 3 Graduation Initiative hosts a College Discussion Panel Dec. 18, 2015

LAKE CITY, S.C., Nov. 30, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Florence County School District 3 Graduation Initiative, will host its first college discussion panel, on December 18, 2015, from 10 a.m. - Noon. Appearing on the panel will be students from the Lake City High School graduating class of 2015 representing such colleges and universities as the University of Maryland-Baltimore County, Claflin University, University of South Carolina-Upstate, South Carolina State, Francis Marion, Coastal Carolina, College of Charleston, Wake Forest, Southern Wesleyan, and Winston-Salem State. (Press Release)

Four Seasons CFL Celebrates N.C. Holidays with 25th Annual 'Tree of Lights' and 3rd annual 'Songs for the Seasons'

HENDERSONVILLE, N.C., Nov. 30, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Illuminate the joys of the holiday season with Four Seasons Compassion for Life's community celebrations, the 25th annual 'Tree of Lights,' Friday, Dec. 4, 2015, 5:30 p.m., and 3rd annual 'Songs for the Seasons,' Saturday, Dec. 5, immediately following the Henderson County Christmas Parade. (Press Release)

Clean Power Plan: Energy Optimizers USA leadership advocates for clean energy in D.C.

TIPP CITY, Ohio, Nov. 30, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In November, two members of Energy Optimizers, USA's senior leadership team traveled to Washington, D.C. to join a national delegation that lobbied congressional leaders for clean energy. (Press Release)

Auto Retailer The Faulkner Organization selects Sokal Media Group as their agency of record

MORRISVILLE, N.C., Nov. 30, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Faulkner Organization has selected Sokal Media Group as their agency of record. Founded in 1932 Faulkner is the leading automotive retailer in Central and Southeastern Pennsylvania and one of the largest privately held and family run dealer groups in the nation with more than 1,300 employees. The decision was made based on Sokal Media Group's creative strategy and extensive experience in the automotive industry. (Press Release)

MBAA Mortgage Banker of The Year Announced at 2015 Fall Conference

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Nov. 24, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Mortgage Bankers Association of Arkansas (MBAA) kicked off its annual Fall Conference with a dinner at the Little Rocks Arts Center. Arkansas Governor, Asa Hutchinson welcomed the crowd of over 100 attendees. (Press Release)

Holiday Pet Rescue: Only Natural Pet and BlogPaws Be the Change for Pets – IMAGINE5

BOULDER, Colo., Nov. 24, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- This holiday season will be much brighter for the 7.6 million pets that enter shelters across the United States every year. Only Natural Pet is partnering with BlogPaws Be the Change for Pets to donate 5 percent of all qualifying purchases to help pets in need through December 31, 2015. (Press Release)

OPTIMA expands its activity and launches its first project in the Orlando Walt Disney World area

MIAMI, Fla., Nov. 24, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- OPTIMA, an international developer headquartered in Sao Paulo, Brazil, announces its expansion into the Orlando region and is launching its first project there today, the 'Regal Palms Elite Townhomes.' (Press Release)

Brooklyn's Unique Messengers Debuts New Album: Jesus is Coming

BROOKLYN, N.Y., Nov. 24, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Committed to spreading the word of God, Unique Messengers recently debuted their first album, 'Jesus is Coming,' and is gearing up for an international tour next spring. The thought provoking album, delivers a fusion of styles that includes rhythm and blues, reggae, Soca and rap. (Press Release)

iMyfone Umate iPhone Space Saver New Version Released

NEW YORK, N.Y., Nov. 23, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On Nov. 22, iMyfone Technology Co., Ltd released the new version of iMyfone iPhone Space Saver V2.5.0 and renamed it as iMyfone Umate. Now iMyfone Umate can do more for iPhone users with its new and remarkable features. Also the user interface became clearer and easier to use to enhance users' experience. (Press Release)

Klingenstein Fields Wealth Advisors releases whitepaper on alternative investments

NEW YORK, N.Y., Nov. 23, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Klingenstein Fields Wealth Advisors has released a white paper discussing the role of alternative investments in a diversified portfolio. Many investors today are looking for new sources of diversification and uncorrelated sources of return. As a result, alternative investments have experienced significant growth, particularly among high-net-worth investors. (Press Release)

Massachusetts Cape Cod Coat Drive Now Collecting Winter Coats for Those in Great Need

BRIDGEWATER, Mass., Nov. 23, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Family-owned Chapman, Cole and Gleason Funeral Homes has announced their fourth annual Winter Coat Drive for those in need. And if you were living in Massachusetts last winter, you remember not only how the snow kept coming and coming, but that it was so cold for so long that it didn't melt for months. (Press Release)

Florida HVAC Company Mahle Cool Air Sponsors Sarasota Chalk Fest Artist Craig Thomas

VENICE, Fla., Nov. 20, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mahle Cool Air and Heating returned as a sponsor for the Sarasota Chalk festival. The week-long event featured artists from the across the country as well as artists from outside the United States creating large murals in colorful chalk on the streets and sidewalks of Venice island. (Press Release)

WSJ Selects Attorney M. David Shapiro as a Member of The Best Lawyers in Florida

SARASOTA, Fla., Nov. 19, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Attorney M. David Shapiro of the Sarasota-based personal injury law firm Shapiro Goldman Babboni and Walsh has been published in the September 2015 Wall Street Journal's Best Lawyers In Florida. (Press Release)

Titan Lenders Corp Expands its Mortgage Data Reconciliation Tool to Be Data-Agnostic

DENVER, Colo., Nov. 18, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mortgage services expert Titan Lenders Corp. (Titan) announced it has expanded the capabilities of its data reconciliation platform mintrak2(R). Now known as DRMS(TM) (Data Reconciliation Management System), the system has been redesigned beyond its original MERS(R) applications to normalize, compare and reconcile multiple datasets from a variety of sources. (Press Release)

Students Partner with NGOs to build Successful Social Enterprises in Developing World

LONDON, U.K., Nov. 17, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A cooperative effort between NGOs and students from Cambridge and elsewhere is revolutionizing how Fair Trade social enterprises in the Global South can succeed by efficiently reaching foreign markets. According to Directors Savithri Machiraju and Amy Chang, the Agenda for Sustainable Development, in cooperation with Friends Beyond Borders and the Adelina Foundation, partners with students and local companies in poorer nations. (Press Release)

Estate Planning Council of Cleveland Honored as 5 Star Council by National Assoc. of Estate Planners and Councils

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Nov. 17, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Estate Planning Council of Cleveland will be recognized as a 5 Star Council by the National Association of Estate Planners and Councils as a part of the Leonard H. Neiman and Walter Lee Davis, Jr. Council of Excellence Award program. (Press Release)

Hospital Founder Dr. Edward Reed Wagner (1862 to 1943) Honored in China

CANBY, Ore., Nov. 17, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Dr. Craig Wagner Shinn announces that his great grandfather Dr. Edward Reed Wagner, a missionary doctor in the American Board of Commissioners of Foreign Missions (Global Ministries) in the late 19th century, was honored for founding Huamei Hospital in Linqing, Shandong, China at a special ceremony celebrating the hospital's 130th year on November 1st. (Press Release)

Book: 'Oil & Gas and the Texas Railroad Commission' Explores Texas Commission's Role

AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 17, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Dr. Mark A. Miller has published 'Oil and Gas and the Texas Railroad Commission: Lessons for Regulating a Free Society' (ISBN: 978-1518810398), a new book that examines the complexities and impact of the regulatory actions of the Texas Railroad Commission on matters related to the oil and gas industry. (Press Release)

Colorado's TeamSnap Named by Outside as One of America's Best Places to Work

BOULDER, Colo., Nov. 17, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TeamSnap, used by 9 million people worldwide for organizing and communicating every aspect of team life, today announced that it has been selected by Outside Magazine as No. 16 on its list of 100 Best Places to Work 2015. Each year, Outside Magazine honors the Top 100 companies in America that raise the standards for work-life balance, company culture and employee benefits. This is the first time TeamSnap has been recognized by Outside. (Press Release)

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