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Arsidian Introduces New Free Online Mortgage & Loan Calculator   Features Intuitive Graphics, Visual Payoff Slope & Detailed Amortization Schedule 2008-04-11

eToro Releases New and Improved Platform with Enhanced Features   The ground-breaking online Forex trading platform eToro continues to better itself and extend its offering to more advanced Forex traders, as well as introducing new and enhanced community features. 2008-04-11

Oncore(R) Receives caBIG(TM) Bronze Compatibility Certification
PercipEnz Technologies, Inc., creators of the most widely adopted clinical trials management software system among cancer clinical research centers, has received notice that their flagship product, Oncore, has been awarded the coveted caBIG(tm) Bronze Compatibility Certification. 2008-04-11

record7.com LLC To Launch newsClicker On MySpace
record7.com LLC, today announced that it will launch newsClicker on MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/356331301), the world's most popular social network. newsClicker is famous for allowing webmasters to customize current and breaking news of their choice to be displayed on their website. 2008-04-11

RentExpert, Inc. Launches Vacation Rental Service and Online Booking System
RentExpert, Inc, has launched the most advanced Vacation Rental Service available in the market. RentExpert's patent pending Prospect Generation and Online Booking Technology allows owners to automate the management of vacation home rentals and receive bookings and inquiries. RentExpert has also partnered with Property Management Software companies to help Vacation Rental Managers receive qualified inquiries and online bookings. RentExpert's Vacation Rental Service, Prospect Generation, and Online Booking Software offer a tremendous amount of free functionality and pioneers the purchase of a la carte inquiries or leads. RentExpert's inquiry/online booking system also makes it easy and convenient for renters interested in renting Vacation Rental Homes. 2008-04-11

Traverse Magazine Launches MyNorth.com, Putting 27 Years of Northern Michigan's Lifestyle and Much More Online   MyNorth.com Offers Video, Real Estate Listings, Cottage Rentals, Restaurant Guides, Vacation Planning Tools, Recipes, Plus All the Great Features & Photos of Traverse, Northern Michigan's Magazine 2008-04-11

Helen Doron Early English Franchise Phenomena Expanding Fast: 100th Learning Centre Signed for Germany, Nearly 450 Learning Centres Worldwide   The Helen Doron Educational Group proudly announced that their Master Franchise operation in Germany has just signed a milestone 100th Learning Centre agreement in Hamburg; with more in the pipeline -- bringing the total number of Helen Doron Early English Learning Centres worldwide to nearly 450. 2008-04-11

Feol–-Hinricher Selects Vocus' Small Business Edition for Public Relations and Online Marketing   Vocus' on-demand solution enables company to realize online marketing and public relations goals of generating publicity, increasing website traffic and driving sales leads. 2008-04-11

America's First Piano Ensemble Music Foundation is Launched in Silicon Valley
A public foundation with focus on piano ensemble music is launched in order to: 1) develop a piano ensemble music community , 2) hold piano duo concerts for the young artists, 3) provide educational opportunities, and 4) build a library of piano ensemble music from around the world. 2008-04-11

New Book, 'Value Forward Marketing,' Says 'Most Business to Business Branding is Wasted Thought'
"Value Forward Marketing evolved because so many of the CEOs we coach get frustrated with their marketing department budget allocations and its lack of return on investment calculations," says bestselling author Paul DiModica. In his new book "Value Forward Marketing - How to Use Thought Leadership and Return on Investment Calculations to Cost Effectively Turn Prospects into Buyers" the author explains a better strategy to increase marketing success. 2008-04-11

PushTraffic Soars Ahead   PushTraffic, Inc. experiences triumphant success at Los Angeles Internet Marketing Seminar. 2008-04-11

MP3 Rocket Launches '100 Most Popular Artists' - Faster Way to Download Free Music Downloads, Music Videos, TV Shows and Games   MP3 Rocket the world's most innovative free music and movie downloads, today announced that it has launched the '100 Most Popular Artists'. MP3 Rocket users vote on their favorite performers and the software automatically displays in the 'most popular' artists by week and month allowing for easy downloading of favorite songs. You can download a free copy of the MP3Rocket software at: http://www.mp3rocket.com 2008-04-11

Software M&A -- Positioning for Exit at Maximum Value: A Softrax Executive Webcast   Equity Expert Offers Strategies for Building Company Value in Turbulent Markets. 2008-04-11

www.AmazonTroopSurge.com Re-focuses Efforts to Get the Attention of the Department of Justice
Having just completed a successful email campaign to make the Washington state Attorney General aware of possible antitrust violations by Amazon.com, www.AmazonTroopSurge.com has turned its attention to the Antitrust Division of the Department of Justice in Washington, D.C. 2008-04-11

Intertek Signs Agreement with BRE Global to Provide Life Safety/Security Product Testing for North America (ETL) OR EMEA (LPCB) Certification
Manufacturers gain time/cost efficiencies with a single source for ETL and LPCB Certification. 2008-04-11

AJWS Calls on President Bush to Boycott Beijing Opening Ceremonies
China must use leverage to end genocide in Darfur; Call for opening ceremony boycott part of sweeping AJWS advocacy campaign 2008-04-11

Realty Executives Local Realtor Receives Prestigious Real Estate Awards   Cynthia McAllister of Realty Executives, Bay Shores in Daphne attends company's annual International Convention and is presented with several top producer awards 2008-04-11

Agilewaves Deploys Resource Monitor At Nueva School - First Ever Monitoring Solution for Living Roofs and Solar Cells   For the first time, innovations in green building can be monitored and their value measured. Agilewaves' Resource Monitor has been deployed in Hillsborough, CA's LEED Gold Nueva School, and will monitor gas, electricity and water output, solar input and the conditions of the Rana Creek living roofs, including storm water retention and filtration. 2008-04-11

The Krystal Company To Auction Special 75th Anniversary Coca-Cola Bottle For Charity   All Proceeds from eBay Auction to Benefit the Fellowship of Christian Athletes 2008-04-11

Two Teachers Try to Save the Planet - But They Need You   Two teachers team up to make a difference in the world. Through a music video and song about global climate change, these teachers try to involve students, parents and the public, about what we can do to Save The Planet. 2008-04-11

In The Face Of Rising Natural Gas Demand, Gasification Technologies Can Help U.S. Meet Its Energy Needs, Says James Childress, Executive Director of the Gasification Technologies Council (GTC)
James Childress, Executive Director of the Gasification Technologies Council (GTC) testifies in front of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Science, Technology and Innovation. Childress says gasification technologies can help U.S. meet its energy needs, but that predictability in public policy is needed. 2008-04-11

Spas of America Goes Underground to Launch 600th Spa Listing   Spas of America, the fastest-growing spa travel website, showcasing North and South America's best resort, hotel and destination spas, today announced their 600th spa listing and their first underground cave spa experience: Spa Terra within The Meritage Resort and Spa. 2008-04-11

Exquisite, Yet Affordable, Interior Design Via the Internet Becomes a Reality   DefinedbyDesignllc.com has made one of a kind interior design available to all homeowner's from the comfort and convenience of their own home. Their unique, Internet based, Cyber Designer service, makes top caliber interior design available to clients of all budget levels. 2008-04-11

VisionQwest Focuses on Human Capital to Grow its Business   VisionQwest grows with Human Capital globally 2008-04-11

Frecklebox.com Launches to Deliver Personalized Gifts for Kids   Company will deliver personalized books and posters using image personalization 2008-04-11

David Andersen Pianos to be the First Los Angeles Franchise of Steingraeber & Sons, Steingraeber Pianos   David Andersen Pianos, a new and different custom piano boutique in Los Angeles, California, is pleased and proud to announce that Steingraeber & Sohne has awarded their coveted southern California Steingraeber pianos franchise to the dedicated team of artisans and piano lovers 2008-04-11

HomeGain Launches 'Agent Profile' Marketing Feature For Real Estate Agents   Leading online real estate website launches first in a trilogy of new features for its online marketing program, Source4Sellers, to increase agent visibility online to home sellers 2008-04-11

Mortgage Website Offers Free Calculators For Visitors   MortgageCalculator.net announced the release of eight new free mortgage calculators today that improve the mortgage research process for consumers and assit them in obtaining financial data. 2008-04-11

Organ Transplant Waiting List Reaches High in U.S.
Donate Life Month recognizes the growing need for organ donations; nearly 6,000 people died while waiting for a transplant in 2007. 2008-04-11

Travel Adventures Offers Cultural Immersion Programs in Chicago   Chicago neighborhoods are cultural destination for holiday season immersion programs. 2008-04-11

LegalView Updates Mesothelioma Blog Readers with News of South African Ban on Mesothelioma-Causing Asbestos
LegalView, on its mesothelioma blog, recently reported an asbestos ban on the use, manufacture and processing of the cancer-causing contaminant. Asbestos was mined for decades in South Africa and since the 1960s mesothelioma cancer and related illnesses have been associated with inhalation of the deadly fibers. 2008-04-11

Croatia Gets Free International Calling to More Than 40 Countries
Croatia today joins Rebtel's quickly growing family of more than 40 countries where people can use their mobile phone to call anywhere in the world for just pennies per minute or for free between the countries that Rebtel serves. 2008-04-11

Adventure Travel in Bella Coola, British Columbia Goes Year Round with Bella Coola Heli Sports’ Purchase of Historic Tweedsmuir Park Lodge   Since operating heliskiing for the past seven years, the adventure travel company, Bella Coola Heli Sports is now offering a year round base for experiencing all the activities Bella Coola Valley in British Columbia has to offer. The lodge is located in the west-central region of the province within Tweedsmuir Provincial Park, one of the largest of B.C.'s several hundred parks. 2008-04-11

ASCRS to Participate In and Co-Fund Study on Post-LASIK Quality Of Life with U.S. FDA   FDA Reaffirms Safety & Effectiveness of LASIK 2008-04-11

Tools4ever, Inc Releases New Version of Money-Saving Software That Reduces End-User Downtime
Tools4ever recently released the latest version of their identity management software that allows end-users to securely reset their own passwords without having to wait for IT assistance. The newest version Self Service Reset Password Management (SSRPM) software helps companies save money by reducing end-user downtime and increasing productivity. 2008-04-11

TrialStat Executive to Speak at the 12th Annual EDC and Beyond Conference
Collaborating with the life science industry's efforts to more effectively implement and use electronic data capture (EDC) software for clinical trials, TrialStat Corporation, the industry's first clinical data solutions on demand company, will participate in a panel discussion of experts at the 12th Annual EDC and Beyond Conference. 2008-04-11

Greater Yellowstone Director Receives Keystone Award   Paul Hansen Honored for Leadership in the Environment 2008-04-11

TCN Chartwell Group and Prudential Florida 1st Realty Ft. Lauderdale Team Up for First Time to Conduct a Public Real Estate Auction   At the direction of Symphony Builders of Coconut Creek, FL, buyers will have the opportunity to purchase a variety of property at real estate auction on May 3, 2008 at the Hilton Ft. Lauderdale Airport. 2008-04-11

With Buy Railings, Safety Issues Don't Have to Cause Strain on the Eyes
Too many times a year, lives are lost and people are injured in accidents caused by faulty or non-existent railings. Many of these instances could have been prevented had railings been installed. While many will agree that safety is a large concern in public and private places alike, creating a safe environment can also be a way to add appeal to them. BuyRailings.com has recently made their website easier to navigate, allowing users to better find handrails, footrails and stair rails in a variety of fashions and styles. 2008-04-11

Cavendish White Joins OCEAN Independence
It is with great pride and enthusiasm that the OCEAN Independence Managing Partners Peter Hürzeler and Nicholas Dean announce today the successful acquisition by OCEAN Independence of long-standing industry associate, Cavendish White. 2008-04-11

Beyonce -- Why is She So Successful? Insights From Her Subconscious; New Report Published by WhyCeleb Magazine   Beyonce is a major celebrity. As a major celebrity one would expect her to show the high emotional intensities that cause the extreme behaviors typical of other celebrities. However, in her private life she is always in control. You would never see Beyonce ecstatic or in anguish. Why is she so different from other celebrities? A psycholinguistic analysis of Beyonce's words reveals ... 2008-04-11

Is Mr Brown Wrong?
Yesterday, speaking to the BBC, Mr. Brown said the number of UK homes being repossessed was a "fraction of what happened in the early '90s, but is he right to say this? 2008-04-11

Titmuss Turns Poker Pro   Model and actress Abi Titmuss is swapping posing for poker next month in an unexpected career move. No longer content with simply raising the pulse of the average UK male or treading the boards, Abi is set to raise the stakes in Europe's biggest annual poker event for women - the Ladbrokespoker.com European Ladies Championship (ELC) on 3rd and 4th of May 2008. 2008-04-11

FreePoolQuotes.com Forms Strategic Alliance With Pool Pro Office, Helping Pool Builders Manage Sales Leads From Start to Finish
FreePoolQuotes.com announced today that they have formed a strategic alliance partnership with Pool Pro Office. 2008-04-11

Say Goodbye to Bed Bugs, Nationally Recognized Pest Control Expert Is Leading Efforts to Exterminate Bed Bugs in the New York City Region   Douglas Stern, Managing Partner of Stern Environmental Group, is an expert on the eradication of bed bugs. Testing new innovative treatment options, Stern has had excellent success with a new poison free treatment called Cryonite to kill bed bugs and bed bug eggs. 2008-04-11

Poker Source Online Announces Upcoming Freerolls
PSO's freeroll schedule for April and May has been announced today by PSO officials. Poker Source Online will be distributing $7,000 among its members through 4 new upcoming freerolls in some of the most popular poker sites. 2008-04-11

Best Travel Web Site of 2008 to be Named by Web Marketing Association in Annual WebAward Competition
The Web Marketing Association announces the call for entries for its 12th annual international WebAward Competition for Web site development at www.webaward08.org. The Web Marketing Association will once again name the Best Travel Web site of 2008. 2008-04-11

Comedy Web-Series Puts Bush Administration on Trial for War Crimes and Political Humor Wins Again
Comedy web-series Fun With War Crimes is putting the Bush Administration on Trail for war crimes and other unholy messes. The political humor web series releases their sneak-a-peek trailers today into the social networking phenomena through YouTube and additional web sites with comedy, asking the most important question of all: Does this war make me look fat? 2008-04-11

Battleground Europe Measures Best with Free Trial   Cornered Rat Software is offering a new 14-day free trial of their massively multiplayer PC game, "WWII Online: Battleground Europe". In addition to the 14-days, players will have the chance to win prizes and receive exclusive bonus awards unlocking more game content and abilities. The game is available for download and play at the official website. (BattlegroundEurope.com). 2008-04-11

Optimum7 Marketing Introduces Performance-Based Fees for SEO Services   Optimum7 announces the adoption of a new type of fee structure that is contingent on actual performance. The plan is designed to provide Optimum7 clients with the peace of mind that fees they pay for Search Engine Optimization will now include a performance contingency. 2008-04-11

Cyveillance Named 'Cool Vendor' by Leading Analyst Firm
Vendors Selected for the "Cool Vendor Report" are Innovative, Impactful and Intriguing 2008-04-11

New Virtual Gallery Launches To Change the World through Art
Elisa Tucci Contemporary Art has launched a new virtual art gallery with a vision to change the world through art. The new venture founded by Lisa Cooper and Joan Tucci Daidone promotes the appreciation and collection of art as a way to support the work of important contemporary artists, and as a way to enrich and heal our lives, our communities, and the world. The gallery donates 5% of sales to philanthropic organizations that help disadvantaged children, women and their families heal and grow through their experience and engagement with contemporary art. 2008-04-11

Cinco de Mayo-Themed Ribbon Cutting for 66main Rental Apartaments on the Up and Coming Yonkers Waterfront
66main on the Yonkers waterfront (an area recently dubbed “SoYo”) will celebrate its official ribbon cutting on Monday, May 5, Cinco de Mayo, in conjunction with Yonkers Business Week. 2008-04-11

Pierce Mattie's Tips to Fuel a Better ROI for Beauty, Fashion, Accessories and Lifestyle Brands   Pierce Mattie's how to tip's for beauty, fashion, accessories and home furnishings brands to achieve a higher ROI in the fourth quarter. 2008-04-11

Hydroponics Industry Hits Pay Dirt in Mainstream Suburbia States Advanced Nutrients   Advanced Nutrients has discovered a booming hydroponics industry in suburban neighborhoods. Michael Straumietis, Robert C. Higgins and Eugene Yordanov state that the recent increase in fertilizer prices has led to a direct higher cost for consumers buying fruit and produce. This has increased the use of hydroponics for the propagation of food crops in suburban homes and gardens. 2008-04-11

Chinese Olympic to Investigate Australian Technology in Sports Injury Recovery
In 1996 the Chinese Olympic team came 4th in the total medal count. In 2000 they were 3rd and in 2004 they were 2nd. Now they have a burning desire to be number 1 in the medal count on their home soil and they have left no stone unturned in their quest, including taking the latest breakthrough in injury recovery from Australia and using it against us. 2008-04-11

Beau-coup.com Unveils New Look as Popular Wedding Retailer Takes on Baby and Special Occasions Markets   Leading online wedding favors retailer Beau-coup.com remodels its website to better serve new market segments. 2008-04-11

RealtyJuggler Desktop Real Estate Software Awarded CRS Quality Tested Product Seal   Today the Council of Residential Specialists (CRS) announced that RealtyJuggler Desktop Real Estate Software has been awarded the coveted Quality Tested Product Seal. 2008-04-11

As Medical Tourism Grows in Popularity Cosmetic Harmony Goes International to Meet Demand with New Website
The term Medical tourism was initially coined by travel agencies and the traditional media to describe the practice of traveling across international borders to obtain health care. Currently, this is a rapidly-growing practice. 2008-04-11

Bayon TV, The Latest Edition to Join SuncasTV
Bayon TV, Cambodia's largest television, radio and broadcasting channel, will be featured on SuncasTV. 2008-04-11

Obelisk's New Interior Design Company Gives Overseas Property a Makeover   Leading property investment company, Obelisk International, is proud to launch Obelisk Interiors, a new furniture & interior design company based in Spain. 2008-04-11

Tips on How to Handle the Budget from Alliance & Leicester Commercial Bank
News from UK Business Bank Alliance & Leicester Commercial Bank about the steps businesses need to take in order to ensure that they are able to meet their business goals in light of the latest regulations from budget 2008. 2008-04-11

Search Announced for Legendary 'A 1' Private Number Plates   UK number plates experts announce a campaign to clarify the current status of the legendary 'A 1' car registration, probably the most famous number plate in British motoring history. 2008-04-11

bet365 Announce World Series of Poker Qualifying Tournaments
The World Series of Poker, the ultimate rollercoaster of tournament poker, returns this summer. This year's WSOP in Las Vegas will be the biggest poker event on the planet. A champion will be decided, bracelets will be won and you could be there too by qualifying online at the poker room at bet365. 2008-04-11

Purina Pet Charts "Fetches" Online Content for Pet Lovers New Web Site is a One-Stop Online Shop for Pet-Related News, Videos and Photos
Nestlé Purina PetCare wants to simplify the time pet lovers spend online by inviting them to get connected on petcharts.purina.com. Pet Charts is a one-stop-shop for the best pet stories, videos and photos on the Web. A custom engine pulls pet content from sites like flickr™ and YouTube, and a human curator posts the cream of the crop on the Pet Charts website, where you can vote for your favorites. 2008-04-11

Beacon Consulting Group Releases "Opportunities in the Evolving Middle Office"
Beacon Consulting Group, a strategic and operational consulting firm to the investment management industry, today announced the release of "Opportunities in the Evolving Middle Office" which emphasizes the opportunities for investment managers, technology vendors, and service providers to enhance the quality and efficiency of middle office operations and to improve financial performance. 2008-04-11

Del Webb Host 80 for Ground Breaking
Ground breaking ceremony marks the official introduction for Del Webb in Houston. 2008-04-11

Pet Bereavement Seminar
Helping pet owners plan for and cope with the loss of a pet Saturday, April 19th. 2008-04-11

Online Video Series 'Dylan's Couch' Received 'Official Honoree' Distinction for 12th Annual Webby Awards
Series Created by Fourteen Year Old Recognized by "Oscars of the Internet" in both the VIRAL and COMEDY - LONG FORM OR SERIES Categories 2008-04-11

Small Businesses Outsource Two or More Business Functions, Reports Achilles Group Survey
Best practices report examines differences in outsourcing between small businesses and larger enterprises. What functions and to what extent as well as the rationale and benefits differ. 2008-04-11

Novelist to Share Book Royalties With Charities Linked to Characters
From suicide prevention, to cancer, to a love for animals, author David Shepherd enables the deeply-etched characters from his novel, Resurrecting Randi, to step outside the pages and contribute to their causes in a tangible way. American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, the Searchdog Foundation, and Lance Armstrong Foundation to benefit. 2008-04-11

Sustainable Manufacturer Announces Launch of Innovative Green Marketplace for Recycled Content Products
The Fibrex Group has completed and is ready to launch BuyRecycledProducts.com, an innovative retail portal, for connecting consumers and businesses to green designed and manufactured products. The user-friendly interface is a one-stop shopping experience for organizations and individuals who want to make their lives greener and more eco-friendly by purchasing and using environmentally friendly products containing recycling content. The website is set for launch on Earth Day, April 22, 2008. 2008-04-11

451 Marketing Offers Positioning Bootcamp for Executive Education   Boston Marketing Agency teaches Brand Strategy and Brand Positioning to Marketing Professionals and Business Owners Through The Unique 451 Approach. 2008-04-11

The Crazy Baker Adds a Mysterious Masterpiece to Its Delectable Menu Sticky Toffee Pudding -- A British Culinary Favorite
Sticky Toffee Pudding is a fabulous dessert now available from The Crazy Baker. It's really not pudding at all -- "pudding" is the British word for dessert - and it comes from a British tradition started in the early 1900's. This dessert (recently showcased as an ice cream flavor by Haagen Daazs and was its 2006 Scoop! flavor winner) is an usual combination of exotic flavors that delights all of the right taste buds. 2008-04-11

Clinton Needs Another "Crazy Reverend" to Win Nomination, Says Apollo Interactive   Trailing Obama in delegates and campaign funds, online user-generated media might be Clinton's last chance to gain momentum. 2008-04-11

Unique Publishing Internship Breaks the Mold   An avid reader and book lover for most of his life, Patrick Tucker (Trinity College, '08) is the first to enroll in a unique internship program co-sponsored by author Nate Kenyon and Dorchester Publishing, the oldest independent mass-market publisher in the US. It is believed to be the first such program where the intern is paired directly with the author, rather than the publisher, to work on the marketing and launch of a genre novel. Kenyon's first horror novel, Bloodstone, a Bram Stoker Award Finalist in hardcover, will be released in paperback by Dorchester imprint Leisure Books in May. 2008-04-11

DefinedLogic Wins Two International Davey Awards For Web Design   For Immediate Release Contact: William Meyers, wmeyers@definedlogic.com DefinedLogic, 732-222-4310 DefinedLogic, LLC, West Long Branch, NJ received a silver Davey Award in the category of Best Small Business Web Site for http://www.definedlogic.com and another Silver Davey In the category of Best Activism Web Site for http://act.definedlogic.com. 2008-04-11

Paper Shouts Participates in Baby Celebration LA, April 12-13
Paper Shouts, provider of posh notes for life's big moments, announced today that it will be participating in the Baby Celebration LA (BCLA) event this weekend at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Paper Shouts, booth 419, will be showcasing its designer cards and easy to use online ordering system. The company will also be displaying samples of their high-end cards printed on 100% PCW recycled paper. 2008-04-11

Womentalking.co.uk the Online Women-Focused Magazine, is Proud to Announce Several Exclusives for April
PNH is a disease so rare that only 25 people in the UK are currently diagnosed with it. George R Vaughan met up with one of the sufferers of this life threatening illness and discovered that even the experts are divided over what it is, how it can be contracted and ultimately if it can be cured at all. 2008-04-11

The First Automated Synthesis Tool That Requires No Training: EasyMax™ 102   Mettler Toledo introduces EasyMax™ 102, the new generation automated lab reactor system for the synthesis lab and the synthetic organic chemist. EasyMax™ 102 replaces the traditional oil bath and ice bath, and improves the quality of your experiments. EasyMax™ 102 operates with an easy-to-use touchpad and heats and cools without a cryostat. Fast and precise control of temperature, stirring, reagent addition as well as data logging is self-evident. EasyMax™ 102 combines proven conventional techniques with state-of-the-art technology allowing you more time to think about your chemistry. 2008-04-11

Is Peace, Hope and Security a Pipe Dream?
Is peace, hope and security a pipe dream? Will we ever see a world devoid of man's inhumanity to man, where crime, war and terrorism are things of the past rather than the present and future? Two Indianapolis businessmen, Ron Sukenick and Joe Newman, believe it is possible to change the world with a process which starts with character development. The pair has introduced Little Rox (www.littlerox.com), a "rock-in-a-box" to deliver and reinforce messages based on character traits. 2008-04-11

Preston Commercial Truck Center Grand Opening
Preston Automotive Group announces Preston Commercial Department has just opened a brand new facility at the Preston AutoPlex in Preston, Maryland. 2008-04-11

Fort Dodge’s ‘Mosquito Shot’ Offers Convenient Protection Against Dangerous Mosquito-Borne Illnesses   Fort Dodge Animal Health offers West Nile-Innovator®+EWT – “The Mosquito Shot,” the only vaccine that protects against West Nile virus, EEE and Western Equine Encephalomyelitis, plus tetanus, in one convenient vaccine. 2008-04-11

The Las Vegas-Based N9NE GROUP Goes Carbon Neutral in 2008   Co-owner Jenna Morton spearheads a major initiative with Green Mountain Energy's BeGreen Carbon Offsets division through purchase of renewable energy credits. 2008-04-11

On The Border® — Off The Cheese Charts   On The Border® (OTB) is off the cheese charts, announcing its newest, cheesiest flavor of Salsa Con Queso — Monterey White. 2008-04-11

Virginia Launches New Web Site to Quiz Travel "Personality"   Interactive Web site matches visitors' personal passions with customized travel experiences. 2008-04-11

Beryl Institute Conference Reveals Consumerism Driving Healthcare Change
The Beryl Institute's "Power of Impressions" conference reveals consumer-centric factors behind healthcare trends. Consumers heightened expectations and greater demand for choice is requiring healthcare organizations to take a new approach to service delivery, employee relations and brand positioning. This was the resounding theme shared by healthcare leaders who spoke at The Beryl Institute's conference held in Dallas. 2008-04-11

Georgia Based Online Technology Firm AtHomeNet Expands Offices Into Texas   Pioneering community website developer AtHomeNet marks their 10th anniversary with regional expansion and preparation for release of new "AtHomeNet Elite" software. 2008-04-11

Bridgelogix is Honored for Automation Technology by Managing Automation & Inalfa Roof Systems   Inalfa Roof Systems, a winner of the fourth annual Progressive Manufacturing 50 Awards, has named Bridgelogix a key technology provider enabling their success. Bridgelogix, specializing in data collection for Infor Baan ERP Solutions, has worked with Inalfa on three continents, delivering mobile solutions to simplify and automate key processes within their warehouse and manufacturing operations. 2008-04-11

Ohio College Could Be First NCAA Division II School in Region   Ohio Dominican University applies for NCAA Membership in hopes to become first Division II College in Central Ohio. 2008-04-11

Zacuto USA to Announce 24 New Products at NAB 2008
Zacuto USA will show up at NAB with 24 new accessory products for HD video cameras. See Zacuto USA in booth C8015, April 14-17 in the Central Hall, Las Vegas Convention Center. 2008-04-11

Talent Tree to Recruit for Over 175 Call Center Employees Through Live Electronic Job Fair
New job fairs on-demand service used by national employment and recruiting agency 2008-04-11

RWM Casters Announces New Regional Sales Managers for Industrial Caster Wheel and Non-powered Material Handling Products   Chris Hosack has been appointed to the position of RWM Casters Regional Sales Manager for the Northeast territory. Chris will be serving both current accounts and working to build expanded distributor networks for industrial caster, wheel and non-powered material handling products. Alberto dela Pena has accepted the position of RWM Casters Regional Sales Manager for the Southeast territory. He will be responsible for managing RWM's industrial caster, wheel and non-powered material handling sales activities in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Mississippi, South Carolina and Virginia. 2008-04-11

Soave's Brambleton Development Receives PLANET Environmental Improvement Award   Residential and retail development receives award for its comprehensive landscape design. 2008-04-11

Mahoney Software Adds Employees and SageCRM to Meet the Demand of Small and Medium Sized Businesses
Mahoney Software expands its personnel, product lines, and industry scope to become a leading provider of end-to-end business solutions. In addition to hiring two new executives, Mahoney software adds SageCRM a customer relationship management solution to its existing product line. SageCRM integrates with industry-leading accounting solution Sage MAS 90 to form a complete end-to-end business solution. 2008-04-11

Hoover's IPO Scorecard Business Intelligence Reveals Major Year-Over-Year Decline In New Offerings for Q1 2008   Recent business intelligence shows the number of U.S. initial public offerings (IPOs) decreased 73% for Q1 2008 compared to Q1 2007. In Q1 2008, only 12 companies went public on the major U.S. stock exchanges, raising $18.9 billion, compared to Q1 2007 when 44 companies went public, raising $8.5 billion. 2008-04-11

Free Canon Digital Cameras for Consumers Who Activate New Credit Cards from National Providers
Credit Card Promotion Targets 10,000 New Credit Card Cardholders; Promotion Features Free Canon A580 PowerShot Digital Camera. My Digital Offers (MyDigitalOffers.com) today announced that is offering a free Canon digital camera for new credit card accounts approved and activated from its website. Consumers who qualify and activate new cards will automatically receive the free Canon digital camera with no further requirements 2008-04-11

Save Money on Taxes Through College Deductions and Credits
Online College Courses are Now More Affordable than Ever through Tax Breaks: With a struggling economy and finances top of mind, many people are searching for any way to save some cash. According to eLearners.com, a web resource of EducationDynamics, higher education tax credits and deductions can save students, while keeping them competitive for the future. 2008-04-11

PLATO AG Selects Birdstep's RDM Server for their SCIO Product Line   Birdstep Technology (OSE: BIRD), which offers state of the art embedded database technologies, today announced that PLATO AG has selected RDM Server for their next generation SCIO™-Engineering - Software for risk and knowledge management 2008-04-11

Study Shows Once-Yearly Reclast Better than Risedronate at Increasing Bone Mass in Patients with Osteoporosis Caused by Glucocorticoids
Study of more than 800 men and women shows higher bone mineral density with Reclast than with risedronate, a current established therapy. Regulatory approval sought for treatment and prevention of glucocorticoidinduced osteoporosis in US. 2008-04-11

$30,000 Heads-Up Poker Match with Phil Hellmuth Heats Up this Weekend at UltimateBet.com
Final Four in UltimateBet's Heads-Up SmackDown Bracket of Champions battle it out for the chance to play poker sensation Phil Hellmuth for $30,000. 2008-04-11

Crazy and Colorful New Kids Furniture Collections Available at Best Priced Furniture
Best Priced Furniture introduces the SKETCHoRAMA and SWITCHAroo kid's furniture series from Powell Company. 2008-04-11

Cities Gear up for Emergencies, Big Crowds
Cache Outfitters teams with Village of Palatine to host 4th annual CERT Challenge 2008-04-11

The Pro Slam Buzz -- New Lemon & Lime Protein Supplement   Pre-training booster delays muscle fatigue and helps improve performance, says CNP. 2008-04-11

HIC Introduces 'Wacky Races' Insurance   Insuring the uninsurable -- Scally, Ramshackle and others find an HIC policy that makes it easy. 2008-04-11

Bikesure Woos Scooter Clubs   Clubrider will help riders of modified Vespas and Lambrettas. 2008-04-11

V-ENABLE Launches FreeMobile411(TM), The First Mobile Web Directory Assistance Service Combining Residential and Business Listings with Live Operator Support: Celebrate 4-11 Day on April 11th and Remember 130 Years of Americans Searching   Today V-ENABLE, leading provider of mobile search and enhanced directory assistance solutions, has unofficially created the 1st Annual 411 Day (on 4/11/08), one hundred and thirty years after the first operator assisted phone call took place. To celebrate America's history of search, V-ENABLE is announcing FreeMobile411(TM), a mobile search service now available on any web-enabled handset free of charge at freemobile411.com and fm411.mobi. 2008-04-11

Lake Compounce, Nations Oldest Amusement Park, Opens May 10th For New Season   Theme Park Showcases Improvements in Time for the 162nd Season Opener. 2008-04-11

X-Rite Hubble Validated as Top Color Control Solution Among Video & Film Industry Insiders as All-New Partnerships Announced at NAB   X-Rite, Incorporated (NASDAQ: XRIT) - the world leader in color management and measurement technologies (www.x-rite.com) - today announced new partnerships involving its Hubble colorimeter, a high-performance color measurement device developed for professional markets, for all types of displays, monitors and electronic projection screens. Hubble is on display at The NAB Show in the ARRI Booth #C7428, Cine-tal booth #SL10225 and Rising Sun Research booth #SL9522, which runs April 14-17, 2008 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. 2008-04-11

SNL Financial Signs Content Agreement with The Insurance Insider
Partnership will add insurance news updates from UK-based publisher to SNL's information service for financial institutions. 2008-04-11

Parature Selected to Join Microsoft Startup Accelerator Program   Global Program Helps Accelerate the Success of Innovative Startups Committed to Microsoft Platform Technologies 2008-04-11

Regions Charity Classic Launches 2008 Regions Trivia Challenge   Chance to Win Two Football Season Tickets to Your Favorite SEC School* 2008-04-11

Mojo Sports Brings Fresh Approach to Sports Sponsorship Marketing and Entertainment Sponsorship Marketing   Mojo Sports, http://www.simplymojo.com/, a full service sports marketing and entertainment marketing agency, has opened its doors with offices in Texas, California and Colorado and eyes expansion in the U.K. and Europe. The agency specializes in identifying, negotiating, leveraging and measuring highly relevant sponsorships and partnerships for corporate clients with elite professional franchises, individuals and entertainment or sports properties. With a global reach and network of affiliated partners, Mojo Sports has no boundaries in the world of entertainment or sport sponsorship. 2008-04-11

The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Endorses the NESS H200(R) Hand Rehabilitation System from Bioness Inc.
Bioness Inc. announced today that the NESS H200 Hand Rehabilitation System received the official endorsement of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). 2008-04-11

Hazardous Land for Sale! WNCSOS Says Landslide Map for Asheville is Cause for Concern
WNCSOS Says Landslide Map for Asheville is Cause for Concern. This preliminary Buncombe County, North Carolina landslide map shows mountainous terrain at serious risk of potential slope failures. 2008-04-11

BCS ProSoft Announces Newest Release of Automated Rental Management
Automated Rental Management (ARM) version 4.2 includes dozens of new features and advanced functionality. 2008-04-11

Matchmaking Institute (S.E.A.) First to Provide Matchmaking Training and Certification in Asia
The Matchmaking Institute (New York, USA) announced the opening of their first South East Asia School here early this week, following closely behind the dating industry boom in the region. The Matchmaking Institute (S.E.A.) will be a platform for potential matchmakers to go through intensive and qualitative training to become a Certified Matchmaker™. This would lead individuals towards realising an exciting and legitimate career that will allow them to practice matchmaking on a professional level. At the same time, members of the Matchmaking Institute S.E.A. would be able to reap the rewards of bringing people together into meaningful relationships and garner the respect that they rightly deserve. 2008-04-11

Transcription Services Expansion of Axis Translations
Axis Translations has announced the expansion of its transcription services. The translation agency is a leader in the world of language services and already offers translation, interpreting and transcription services. So what does this expansion actually mean? The release also explains the differences between the language services; Translation, Transcription and Interpreting. As well as a useful discussion of the transcription industry. 2008-04-11

AreUNice.com LLC is the Entertainment Portal for the World
AreUNice.com launches what will soon be the Entertainment Portal for the World. An Indexed Portal where Un-Signed Semi-Pro Artists can upload their content, be seen by the World and even sell their own media. The Portal Deals primarily with Music, Film, Comedy, Dance, Sports & Modeling. To date the Portal boasts a Worldwide Audience with the Ambition and attention of Young Media Producers. 2008-04-11

Robert A. Land Joins Music Educator WorkshopLive.com as Chief Marketing Officer
Former Gaming exec to head up marketing for music industry insider and guitar lesson innovator, WorkshopLive.com. 2008-04-11

Publishing Consultant Says HarperCollins' New Imprint Will Harm Entire Industry
HarperCollins' new imprint will offer low or no advances to authors and won't accept returns from booksellers. Laine Cunningham, a publishing consultant for fifteen years, applauds the company for attacking the biggest problem in the industry today. But the damage to authors, she says, will cause publishers to suffer, as well. Cunningham recommends that authors use the FSA Rule when considering contract offers. 2008-04-11

Davaco's Rick Davis Featured in Smart Business Magazine CEO of Leading Retail Services Company Attributes Success to Employees
Rick Davis, DAVACO's owner/CEO, is featured in the article, "Outfitting Growth: How to Hire the Best of the Best" in the April 2008 issue of Smart Business Magazine, a specialized business management publication designed to address the challenges associated with growing a business. 2008-04-11

All World Sourcing, Inc. Launches the First Global and Proactive Sourcing Portal
All World Sourcing, Inc. (AWS) announced today the launch of a new web portal that saves buyers from small and medium-sized businesses (SMB) time and money by proactively matching them with suppliers from around the world. This portal is easy to use and focuses on buyers and suppliers in the three following wholesale markets: Toys, Electronics and Electronic Components and Fashion Goods. Through our portal, wholesale buyers can confidentially submit their Buy Request which we automatically route to our network of feedback-rated suppliers who will then compete for that business. 2008-04-11

Tipton Communications Wins IABC Silver Quill Award
Tipton Communications, a Newark, Delaware-based public relations agency that specializes in employee communications, was recently named the winner of a Silver Quill Award of Merit for 2007 from the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) Heritage Region. 2008-04-11

Insurance Brokerage Leader Tom Sharkey, Jr. Returns to Take the Helm at Meeker Sharkey Associates
Tom Sharkey, Jr., former President of Bank of America's insurance arm, has returned to Meeker Sharkey Associates, assuming the position of President of the firm. The Sharkey family re-launched the Meeker Sharkey firm in 2007 in response to disruption and turmoil caused by recent broker consolidation and the opportunity presented by rapidly changing conditions in the insurance market today. The appointment of Tom Sharkey, Jr. as President is a key part of the company's client focused growth strategy as it makes progress towards recapturing a leadership role in the insurance brokerage industry. 2008-04-11

QHR Hospital Clients Named to 2007 List of 100 Top Hospitals®
QHR hospital clients Wooster Community (OH) and Brazosport Regional (TX) were named to the Thomson 100 Top Hospitals. QHR provides the hospitals with on-site management and consulting services to help them achieve successful results. 2008-04-11

CyberMED Solutions Ensures Seamless Operations for Healthcare Practices
Efficient, cost effective, profitable healthcare related businesses/practices must rely on technology for all their needs. This runs the gamut from work station maintenance/installation internet connectivity/presence to coding and billing. CyberMed Solutions has merged this all i