National News

AUSTIN, Texas /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Concerned Shareholders of WOW today issued the following letter to the management of WOW. To the Management and Board of Directors of WideOpenWest, Inc. (WOW), We, as concerned stakeholders and shareholders are writing to formally request an update regarding the unsolicited non-binding preliminary proposal submitted on May 3, 2024

DALLAS, Texas /New York Netwire - National News/ -- DataBahn.ai ("DataBahn"), a trailblazer in Data Pipeline Management (DPM) and Data Fabric solutions, has unveiled Cruz, a cutting-edge AI agent tailored to revolutionize data engineering and operations. Purpose-built to address the complexities of modern data ecosystems, Cruz is designed to streamline processes, optimize workflows, and empower organizations to harness their data with unmatched efficiency.

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- HotDeals, a coupon website, is excited to announce the launch of its new feature page, "Most Common Coupon Phrases," designed to make it easier for consumers to understand and navigate common coupon-related terms while shopping. This new page will help shoppers quickly find the best deals by providing clear explanations and direct links to relevant offers, saving time and ensuring they never miss a discount.

DETROIT, Mich. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- When you hail from the Motor City with a grandmother who sang the blues, and a cousin who was one of the original Motown Temptations, music just kind of rests in your spirit and organically becomes who you are. Pianist, singer, songwriter and producer, Reggie Braxton has aptly honed such impactful melodious roots into his Brax-Tone Records debut release, "The Brax-Tone Experience," a luxurious jazz infused, heart caressing collection of original and timeless R&B singles.

WASHINGTON, D.C. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Teal, a sophisticated managed service provider serving forward-thinking small and medium-sized businesses, is proud to announce its strategic partnership with Blackpoint Cyber, a trailblazer in threat intelligence and advanced cybersecurity tools. This collaboration underscores Teal's commitment to safeguarding clients with cutting-edge solutions that stay ahead of cyber threats.

KOKOMO, Ind. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- CFD Companies, home to a fully independent Broker/Dealer and RIA, announced key community building initiatives for 2025. Though the firm has experienced significant growth, it remains committed to fostering a family-like community that is the foundation for delivering exceptional service.

ATLANTA, Ga. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry authority on homebuyer assistance program data and solutions, today released its Q4 2024 Homeownership Program Index (HPI) report. The report saw the number of homebuyer assistance programs increase by 172 and the number of entities offering them increase by 75 year-over-year (YoY), bringing the total number of available programs to 2,466.

VANCOUVER, B.C. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- On January 27, 2025, the world will commemorate the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. On this historic day, author Richard K. Lowy launches "Kalman and Leopold - Surviving Mengele's Auschwitz" (ISBN: 978-1779410092), a powerful firsthand account of resilience and survival in the face of unimaginable evil, released by Tellwell Publishing.

CLEVELAND, Ohio /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Top mortgage industry webcast The Big Picture, broadcast live every Thursday at 3 p.m. ET, this week features Peter J. Benjamin, CMB, president of the American Credit Union Mortgage Association (ACUMA), an organization dedicated to advancing credit union mortgage lending.

HOUSTON, Texas /New York Netwire - National News/ -- As the nation honors the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and anticipates the transition to a new administration, the importance of amplifying the voices of those impacted by policies has never been greater. Nonprofit Story Bank is stepping forward to ensure these voices-the human stories behind the policies-are neither muffled or ignored.

PHOENIX, Ariz. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Twenty-two entrepreneurs graduated from the Impact AZ 2025 Supplier Diversity Accelerator on Tuesday, January 14, during a ceremony held at the Arizona Public Service (APS) Headquarters in Phoenix, the Black Chamber of Arizona announced today.

TULSA, Okla. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Oklahoma-based author Kimberly Hayden introduces young readers to the value of worship and gratitude in her new children's book "Libby Loves Church" (ISBN: 979-8330208562 [paperback]; Legacy Launch Pad Publishing).

LONG ISLAND, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Doherty Enterprises-owned Applebee's® Neighborhood Grill & Bar restaurants on Long Island announced today the official launch of their 9th annual Above and "BEE"yond Teacher Essay Contest. The annual essay contest celebrates outstanding teachers, nominated by their students, by awarding each a $500 sponsorship check and hosting a special end-of-year class party.

ALLENDALE, N.J. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Doherty Enterprises-owned Applebee's® Neighborhood Grill & Bar locations in New Jersey are excited to announce the start of their 9th annual "Above and 'BEE'yond Teacher Essay Contest." The essay contest is now open at participating Doherty Enterprises-owned Applebee's restaurants in New Jersey.

ALPINE, Utah /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Hopdox, the leading innovator in eRecording, is excited to announce that it has entered a joint eRecording services agreement with Harris Recording Solutions to integrate Hopdox's cutting-edge eRecording platform with Harris Recording Solutions' land record management systems. This collaboration marks a major milestone in delivering more efficient, modern recording capabilities to counties nationwide.

ALPINE, Utah /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Hopdox, the leading innovator in eRecording, is thrilled to announce the successful completion of its first eRecording in Clark County, Nevada. This milestone marks the inauguration of Hopdox's services, enabling seamless and efficient document recording for the nation's title companies, banks, and attorneys.

WILMINGTON, Del. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- As Black women and White women in the United States struggle to redefine the "Sisterhood" - a bond of shared identity and collective empowerment - in the face of the clear demarcation of who voted for whom in the 2024 Presidential election, renowned author and minister Rev. Dr. A'Shellarien Addison announces the release of "This Is Not That: Black Women and White Women Breaking the Chains of Religious, Racial, and Psychological Violence in the Rise of Kamala Harris" (ISBN 979-8344040080; Desakajo Publishing).

DENVER, Colo. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, has sought to support its customers through turbulent market conditions by providing critical technology innovations to its quality control audit suite.

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /New York Netwire - National News/ -- IT Geeks, a Next-Gen Digital Transformation Company, proudly announces its inclusion in the 2024 Clutch 1000, an elite list of top service providers from 320,000 companies worldwide. The achievement underscores IT Geeks' unwavering dedication to delivering innovative eCommerce solutions that drive growth and transformation.

PLANO, Texas /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Optimal Blue today released its December 2024 Market Advantage mortgage data report, showcasing year-over-year (YoY) growth in mortgage activity, even as seasonal trends led to a month-over-month (MoM) decline in rate lock volumes. Overall, December mortgage lock volume was up 26% YoY, driven by an 18% increase in purchase locks, a 43% rise in cash-out refinances, and an 82% jump in rate-and-term refinances.