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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.

SIMEK’S Launches Holiday Recipe Magazine – Holiday Recipes, Gift Guide, Giveaway and More!

SAINT PAUL PARK, Minn., Dec. 18, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SIMEK'S has been a holiday tradition for generations, so while this holiday season may feel different, it doesn't have to taste different. SIMEK'S has compiled their favorite holiday recipes using both their Premium Meatballs and All-Natural Lasagnas.

Stacey’s Old Faithful Bar and Steakhouse Re-Opens Today

GALLATIN GATEWAY, Mont., Dec. 17, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The legendary Stacey's Old Faithful Bar & Steakhouse in Gallatin Gateway is reopening, following a change in ownership and making updates. Stacey's is an authentic western bar and steakhouse serving up a stiff drink, a hearty meal, and live music for over 60 years- and they plan on keeping it that way.

Detroit Moms Partner to Start Virtual Circle Time for Preschoolers Who Need Socialization

DETROIT, Mich., Dec. 17, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- No Fear Café, a co-learning center located in the heart of Detroit, announced the launching of its new online community, "Ready to Learn Circles." Moms and business owners, Alicia McKay and Shanna Sansom, have partnered to launch "Ready to Learn Circles" which is a new virtual program that pairs qualified instructors with early learners ages 2-6, for live, remote, daily Circle Time sessions.

Will Lightning Death Count for U.S. Remain Unconfirmed?

CUMBERLAND, Maine, Dec. 17, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Is there a connection between the number of lightning death reports and the COVID-19 pandemic? The National Lightning Safety Council (NLSC) is trying to find out. Amidst uncertainty surrounding the accurate (actual recorded) number of strike deaths in the U.S., members of the NLSC are wondering if the pandemic could be a factor in the reporting of lightning deaths in 2020.

YUNG Citizen Champions Message of Injustice and Inequality With Latest Song and Music Video, ‘Brown Butta’

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Dec. 17, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Citizen Music Group wants you to know and follow Christopher "YUNG Citizen" Williams, Charlotte (N.C.) native, and you will discover someone deeply passionate and committed to raising awareness to the injustices and social inequities that exist in society today.

World Dance Group culminates 2020 with LIKE$, the best digital contest for dance lovers

SAN JUAN, P.R., Dec. 17, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Covid-19 Pandemic has almost entirely destroyed some sectors of the economy, such as hospitality, recreational activities and entertainment events. Musicians, dancers, and artists in general are part of those sectors that today see their economic opportunities reduced to almost zero, says World Dance Group.

Local Non-Profit Gets Green Energy with Help from An Innovative Philanthropic Investment

WATERTOWN, Mass., Dec. 17, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Watertown Boys & Girls Club, a local non-profit, has partnered with Rise Up Solar, a philanthropic solar investment firm, to turn rising energy costs into an opportunity to go green and save big with an installation by SunBug Solar, an energy consulting and installation provider in Massachusetts.

SimpleNexus User Group (SNUG) Announces 2021 Agenda for Third Annual Conference

LEHI, Utah, Dec. 17, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SimpleNexus, developer of the leading digital mortgage platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced the agenda for SimpleNexus User Group (SNUG) 2021 conference being held virtually on February 22-24.

Brent Grablachoff Discusses What Makes Miami Dolphins Kicker Jason Sanders so Consistent

MIAMI, Fla., and AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 16, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Brent Grablachoff, Owner of Kicking World, a program for high school football kickers to improve their skills and earn college scholarships, recently interviewed one of his most successful students, Dolphins kicker Jason Sanders.

LBA Ware Joins ACUMA, Brings New Tools for Optimizing Mortgage Team Performance and Compensation to Credit Unions

MACON, Ga., Dec. 16, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LBA Ware, a leading provider of incentive compensation management (ICM) and business intelligence (BI) software solutions for the mortgage industry, has joined the American Credit Union Mortgage Association (ACUMA) as an affiliate member.

Critical Defect Rate Highest Since 2018, Per ACES Quality Management Q2 2020 Mortgage QC Trends Report

DENVER, Colo., Dec. 16, 2020 (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 quarterly ACES Mortgage QC Trends Report covering the second quarter (Q2) of 2020.

Kiosk Manufacturer Association Announces PCI Compliance for Unattended Self-Service Kiosks

WESTMINSTER, Colo., Dec. 15, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Kiosk Manufacturer Association (KMA), the leading unattended self-service kiosk association established in 1995, today announced the launch of new initiatives in the PCI Compliance space for unattended self-service kiosks.

McGregor Pedals Introduces the Crunch Plus Overdrive

VANCOUVER, BC, Canada, Dec. 15, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Boutique pedal company McGregor Pedals has launched its second pedal: The Crunch Plus overdrive. It follows on the heels of the McGregor's debut pedal, the Crunch Transparent Overdrive, a single-channel, low-gain overdrive pedal for guitar and bass, released in December 2019.

SeQuel Response Announces Two Key Leadership Promotions

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., Dec. 15, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Direct response marketing agency SeQuel Response is pleased to announce the promotions of Jody Johnson to CFO/COO and Jacqueline Johnson-Leister to VP of Marketing & Client Services. SeQuel Response has quickly become the go-to direct response advertising agency for growth-oriented consumer brands.

Moody Neurorehabilitation Institute at Galveston donates a transport bus to St. Vincent House, supporting their ongoing social services efforts in Galveston...

GALVESTON, Texas, Dec. 15, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On Wednesday, December 9, 2020, Moody Neurorehabilitation Institute at Galveston donated a Ford E350 Super Duty Bus to St. Vincent House to support their ongoing social services efforts for residents in Galveston County. The keys and title were presented to representatives of the St. Vincent House by Robert A. Prehn, Ph.D., President and CEO of Moody Neurorehabilitation Institute.

Top of Mind Integrates with Sales Boomerang to Help Mortgage Lenders Seize More Sales Opportunities, Hang On to Existing Customers

ATLANTA, Ga., Dec. 15, 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, has partnered with Sales Boomerang, the industry's top-rated automated borrower intelligence and retention system, to help loan originators uncover new business opportunities and significantly outperform customer retention benchmarks by responding rapidly to loan opportunities as they arise.

Frozen Food Express Increasing Linehaul Driver Pay Significantly

DALLAS, Texas, Dec. 14, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Frozen Food Express (FFE), the largest nationwide, asset-based temperature-controlled LTL carrier in the United States, is poised to pass along a substantial linehaul company driver pay increase in early January.

BioBuilder Founder and Executive Director Featured as 2020 MWM Trailblazer Award Winner

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Dec. 14, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Dr. Natalie Kuldell, Founder and Executive Director of BioBuilder, is being featured by Million Women Mentors, an initiative of STEMconnector, the nation's largest professional services organization dedicated to developing a diverse, STEM-ready workforce.

Lowell Plan Appoints Horsepower CEO and President, Mouli Ramani, to Its Board of Directors

LOWELL, Mass., Dec. 14, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Lowell Plan, Inc., a private non-profit economic development organization that ensures the City of Lowell is a successful, thriving place for all to live, learn, work, play, and grow a business in the rapidly changing global economy announced today that Mouli Ramani, CEO of Horsepower Technologies Inc., has formally joined its Board of Directors.

LuciGold Inc. is Helping Protect the Health and Safety of Our Community One Breath at A Time

EAST WAREHAM, Mass., Dec. 14, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LuciGold today announced the development of our newest product line, Hygeia (patent pending*), a custom designed line of furniture with built-in High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) Filtration Systems.

Pam Jeffords Joins Sapient Insights Group as Senior Partner to Lead Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisory Services

ATLANTA, Ga., Dec. 14, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Pam Jeffords has joined Sapient Insights Group as Senior Partner and will lead the firm's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion consulting practice. In this role, Jeffords will develop and expand the firm's advisory offerings with a primary focus on data-driven optimization of best practices for diversity, equity, and inclusion for clients.

Trends for Creative Services Industries from Voices.com’s 2021 Annual Trends Report

LONDON, Ontario, Dec. 14, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Voices.com has released their tenth annual trends report that looks at creative services industries - including advertising, education, media, entertainment, technology, and more - and provides insights into trends that impacted them in 2020 and makes predictions for trends in 2021.

LeadingIT Announces Year-End Plans and Looks Forward to A Strong 2021

CHICAGO, Ill., Dec. 14, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LeadingIT, a cybersecurity and technology support company in the Chicagoland area, outlines the plans for its team and clients for the end of the year, as well as the strategy it has to grow in 2021.

Aligned Technology Solutions Expands Leadership Team with Seasoned IT Managed Services Professionals

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Dec. 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Aligned Technology Solutions announced the recent addition of three accomplished veterans of the Managed Service provider (MSP) industry to its leadership team. The new members include a VP of Service Delivery, VP Cybersecurity & Compliance and Director of Helpdesk Operations. These are entirely new positions that were added in support of the companies continued growth and expanded service offerings.

Current Builders Hires Bryan Baswell as Director of Pre-Construction

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Dec. 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Current Builders, is proud to announce their newest hire, Bryan Baswell who has joined the award-winning construction firm as Director of Pre-Construction. Baswell brings 30 years of experience to this position, which will focus on procurement of new projects throughout the state of Florida.

ViewTech Borescopes Gains Sales as Inspection Scope Demand Growth Continues

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Dec. 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As countless industries have faced an economic crunch during the 2020 global pandemic, ViewTech Borescopes no-cost, no-obligation demo offer has allowed businesses to experience how a high-quality inspection video borescope can reduce inspection times, while improving inspection processes.

Former Co-Residents Merge Podiatric Practices, Form New Modern Foot & Ankle®

TAMPA and ORLANDO, Fla., Dec. 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Three Central Florida podiatric practices announced they have entered into a definitive merger agreement to create the new Modern Foot & Ankle®. The combined medical group will provide patients with additional board-certified physicians, a brand-new location, and the miniBunion™ system, a groundbreaking, minimally-invasive procedure for bunion correction.

Gallospole and TARAC WIPPP, Award Winners At 2020 International Film Festivals

DREXEL HILL, Pa., Dec. 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Gallospole and TARAC WIPPP (tey - rak - wip) have won distinguished awards at international film festivals throughout the year 2020. This chair conspiracy propagated by the political satirist, Gallospole, has been recognized as the Best Trailer at the Direct Monthly Online Film Festival.

Professional Child Photographer Reveals Trade Secrets in New Online Course: ‘How to Photograph Your Kids’

LARCHMONT, N.Y., Dec. 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- There's an old adage, "A picture is worth a thousand words," and Jane Goodrich, an award-winning, New York-based photographer, is ready to teach people how to create images of their kids that will speak for themselves. Her new online course, "How to Photograph Your Kids," teaches people how to take world-class images that will surprise and delight.

AutoAwards Creates Automotive Dealership Loyalty Rewards Programs That Partner with Charities

ODESSA, Del., Dec. 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Having an effective loyalty reward program can help car dealerships build their customer loyalty and company revenue. AutoAwards, a leader in the space, even allows clients to donate its "points" raised to benefit local community charities in need.

HitPaw Launches Ultimate Video Toolkit to Reshape the Way People Edit Their Videos

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 10, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HitPaw proudly announces the launch of a remarkable new video toolkit that will reshape the way people edit their videos in this digital age: HitPaw Toolkit. Founded in 2020, the emerging tech-startup is determined to lead the industry of digital content creation, especially in the fields of video editing, video conversion, image editing, meme making and several other areas.

Tipp City Veterinary Hospital Raises the Bar in Feline Care for Local Cat Caregivers as A Cat Friendly Practice

TIPP CITY, Ohio, Dec. 10, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Tipp City Veterinary Hospital is proud to announce it has been recognized as an official Cat Friendly Practice (CFP). The Cat Friendly Practice(R) program helps veterinary teams stay ahead of best practices in feline medicine.

NetPlanner Systems Named an Approved Provider in the GTA Direct IT Services Program

PEACHTREE CORNERS, Ga., Dec. 10, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- NetPlanner Systems, Inc., has entered into an agreement with the Georgia Technology Authority to make available Inside Cable/Wiring service to Georgia government entities via the GTA Direct IT services program. Effective October 26, 2020, NetPlanner is a GTA-approved service provider, and state government entities can access top-quality IT services through the contract.

7 Springs Orthopedics Doubles Orthopedic Service Locations

BRENTWOOD, Tenn., Dec. 10, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 7 Springs Orthopedics launched its 10th orthopedic clinic in Winchester, Tennessee on Nov. 16, 2020, with plans to continue rapidly expanding facilities and service lines.

International Black Business Museum Created to Honor the Genius of Black Entrepreneurs and Inventors

BEACHWOOD, Ohio, Dec. 10, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Look out! The International Black Business Museum is here. The IBBM is the first and only museum in the world of its type, a repository that will enshrine the monumental accomplishments of Black entrepreneurs and inventors in the United States and other countries of the world.

Museum of Sex Presents BAD: Betty A. Dodson, A Tribute

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 10, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Museum of Sex (MoSex) proudly announces details about its winter exhibition, "BAD: Betty A. Dodson & the Liberation of Masturbation, A Tribute". This exhibition, the first museum retrospective devoted to Dodson's nearly 70-year career as an artist and educator, will be on view at the Museum of Sex (233 Fifth Avenue) starting December 14, 2020.

152 New Industrial Manufacturing Planned Industrial Project Reports – November 2020 Recap

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Dec. 10, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SalesLeads, Inc. announced today November 2020 results for new planned capital project spending report for Industrial Manufacturing industry. The Firm tracks North American planned industrial capital project activity; including facility expansions, new plant construction and significant equipment modernization projects. Research confirms 152 new projects.

DataNumen Excel Repair 2.9: Smart Algorithms Boost Spreadsheet Data Recovery

NEW YORK and HONG KONG, Dec. 10, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- DataNumen, the software manufacturer specializing in professional data recovery tools, has announced the release of DataNumen Excel Repair 2.9. This program quickly restores damaged Excel spreadsheets with the highest recovery rate in the market (78.7% against 65.7% of the second-best tool). The new version features AI algorithms for improved performance.

Entrepreneur Moves Once Seasonal Lake Orion Sanitation Company to Year-Long Business Model

LAKE ORION, Mich., Dec. 9, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- When Darin Gross purchased Turner Sanitation in early 2020, he never imagined that re-shaping the business would take him through a pandemic and increased need for his services. But as the company has steered toward additional services and greater community needs, the once seasonal business has been transformed into a full-year operation.

New App Connects Shoppers to Professional Jewelers and Simplifies the Jewelry Buying Process

LAS VEGAS, Nev., Dec. 9, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The American Gem Society (AGS), a nonprofit association dedicated to consumer protection, gemological education, and business ethics, is excited to introduce their new app, AGS Go. AGS Go is designed to help consumers who are interested in buying fine jewelry by giving them the information they need to find the perfect piece of jewelry.

Recovery Rye Whiskey Raises Over $15,000 For Hospitality Workers Across Indiana

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., Dec. 9, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Nationally Syndicated Radio Host Tony Katz, Blend Bar Cigar proprietor Corey Johnston and Crossroad Vintners' Nolan Smith have raised over $15,000 for hospitality workers in Indiana with the 2020 release of their rye whiskey, "Recovery Rye."

Kick-Off of John Lewis Good Trouble Marches and Votercades Through Georgia

ATLANTA, Ga., Dec. 8, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) - MEDIA ADVISORY -- Just a day before they must fight in court against the purging of Georgia voters, the Transformative Justice Coalition and Rainbow PUSH Coalition will join the Georgia Coalition for the Peoples' Agenda, community leaders and organizers from across the state for a press conference to kick-off the John Lewis "Good Trouble" March and Votercades to mobilize voters for the U.S. Senate runoff races and Public Service Commission race on Jan 5, 2021.

Colorado Doctors of Optometry Encourage Eating Nutrient Dense Foods This Holiday Season

DENVER, Colo., Dec. 8, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Doctors of optometry across Colorado, 2020 Eyes Colorado, and the Colorado Optometric Association (COA) are addressing nutrition and eye health in the December awareness theme Eating Your Way to Better Eye Health.

Sunpro Solar to Expand Rooftop Solar in the Midwest Region

MANDEVILLE, La., Dec. 8, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sunpro Solar, a leading residential solar energy company in the U.S., announced today that they are expanding to bring affordable solar to homeowners in the states of Nebraska and Illinois. The company's expansion to new markets in the Midwest will help satisfy the demand for lower electricity bills and to create more renewable energy jobs.

Minnesota Property Management Firm Provides Property Owners Relief

NEW BRIGHTON, Minn., Dec. 8, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to Guardian Property Management, now is the ideal time for property investors and owners to hire a property management company to help them manage their investments.

Nutritional and Behavioral Care Launches Updated Website

RIDGEFIELD, Conn., Dec. 8, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Nutritional and Behavioral Care, a licensed nutritionist and dietitian, in Ridgefield, Connecticut, is pleased to announce that they have recently updated their website. This was to ensure that the website is up to date, can easily be navigated, and is mobile responsive.

YogaFit Offering ‘Aging in Reverse’ Course for 55+ Community with Modified Chair Exercises as Coronavirus Closes Physical Gyms

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Dec. 8, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Back by popular demand Wellness expert Beth Shaw's organization, YogaFit, for which she is the CEO and founder, is starting a new course, Aging In Reverse, which is for the older adult population looking to stay in great health. The 8-week course starts December 11, with a free YogaFit chair class on Wednesday, December 9 at 5 pm EST to kick off the course.

NouFlex Launches Versatile Space-Saving Fitness System and Virtual Workout Options for People Who Want a Boutique Gym Experience at Home

BOSTON, Mass., Dec. 8, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- NOUFLEX LLC today announced the launch of its NouFlex Training System products, Virtual Group Workout Classes and Virtual Personal Training Sessions. These offerings bring boutique-style fitness training into your home, eliminating the need for bulky, room-eating and costly home gym equipment.

Take the PLANETXXI Challenge: Create the Eco City of the Future

CHICAGO, Ill., Dec. 8, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As we zoom into the future in 2021, we see first-hand that the universe is filled with limitless opportunities. There's a real competition in the "race for space," and Sandra Snowden, aka Celestina, Ambassador PLANETXXI, has just entered the race with plans of her own to create The Eco City of the Future on PLANETXXI.

Lift & Care Systems Provides Durable Medical Equipment Checklist for Caregivers of Disabled Individuals

LAKEVILLE, Mass., Dec. 8, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Lift & Care Systems announces the release of the following durable medical equipment checklist for day programs, group homes, and other programs for the disabled. As a caregiver for the disabled, you will often discover that assessing the safety and quality of these programs is, at times, challenging, but one of the fastest ways to do this is by seeing if they have the following durable medical equipment on hand at their locations.

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