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U.S. Coffee Drinkers to Pledge for a Safer Coffee Experience Via Crowdfunding Project

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /New York Netwire/ -- Award-winning heat sensitive coffee cup lids that warn of hot contents by turning bright red are available direct to U.S. households through an Indiegogo Project launched by foodservice industry innovator Smart Lid Systems.

DrivenBI and The Loyola Group replace Spreadsheet Analysis, Introducing SRK, self-service analytics platform for Senior Living Industry

PASADENA, Calif. /New York Netwire/ -- DrivenBI and the Loyola Group announced their partnership today, empowering management to develop healthcare key performance indicators (KPIs) in entirely new ways. SRK simply replaces spreadsheets for analysis, delivering self-service analysis capability for Reporting and Dashboards demanded by the Senior Living Industry for Long Term Care, Skilled Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Continuing Care Retirement Community.

Angie's List Awards Medical Care Alert the Super Service Award for 2nd Consecutive Year

NOVI, Mich. /New York Netwire/ -- Medical Care Alert today announced it has earned the 2013 Angie's List Super Service Award for the second year in a row, in recognition of superior customer service. This recognition is awarded only to the top 5 percent of all companies rated on Angie's List with an overall 'A' rating and consistently high marks from subscribers.

Author Says His New Law May Shed Light on Nuclear Fusion Problem

TORONTO, Ontario, Jan. 14, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 'Spacedrive, Warpdrive, Free Energy and Other Ideas' (ISBN: 978-146-792-0926), authored by Tom Prendivoj, explores and challenges an array of scientific theories and situations. His concepts and principles pose problems and solutions, leaving the reader wanting more.

Whiteflash Recertified for ISO 9000

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 13, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Whiteflash Inc., international retailer of ideal diamonds and fine designer engagement rings, announced today that they have been recertified for ISO 9000 for the third consecutive year. International Standards Organization (ISO) certification requires documented and audited practices promoting top level quality control and continual improvement. Whiteflash is one of very few retail jewelers in the world to be certified for ISO 9000.

Consumer Advocates for RCFE Reform (CARR) Sponsors California RCFE Liability Insurance Legislation

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /New York Netwire/ -- Calif. Majority Leader Toni Atkins, 78th Assembly District, announced she will introduce landmark liability insurance legislation for California's Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs). According to Consumer Advocates for RCFE Reform (CARR), liability insurance for RCFEs is not now required as a condition of licensure.

Plants Show very Heavy Increase in Growth and Production with Live-Silver

POMONA, Calif. /New York Netwire/ -- Live-Silver today announced that tests made by Live-Silver of Pomona, Calif. show plants grown hydroponically, as well as in soil, indicate annual plants grow to twice the height and width of control plants when 2 percent of Live-Silver's new supercharged colloidal silver is added to the standard nutrients.

Landmark Network Appraisal Services Added to ReverseVision Integrated Technology for Reverse Mortgage Lenders

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Jan. 13, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ReverseVision, Inc. today announced the addition of appraisal services from Landmark Network to the ReverseVision Reverse Loan Origination System (RLOS) platform. ReverseVision's RLOS offers a library of tightly integrated services that streamline the reverse lending process.

SecuGen Releases the U20, a FAP 20, PIV Fingerprint Sensor for OEMs

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Jan. 13, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SecuGen Corporation is very pleased to announce the immediate availability of the U20, a FAP 20 Mobile ID and PIV certified optical fingerprint sensor. The U20 is an ultra-compact, rugged fingerprint sensor that captures very high quality images and yet is truly affordable.

Vanguard Funding LLC Vice President, Robert Jayne, Earns Prestigious National Mortgage Industry Certification

GARDEN CITY, N.Y., Jan. 13, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Robert Jayne, Vice President of Vanguard Funding LLC, has joined the elite group of mortgage professionals to attain standing as a nationally recognized Certified Reverse Mortgage Professional (CRMP). The National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association (NRMLA) has granted Jayne this distinguished certification as he has demonstrated he is confident in his skills, competent in practice, educated, ethical and involved in the advancement of the reverse mortgage industry.

Author Howard Feinstein Releases 'Fire On The Bayou'

TIPP CITY, Ohio /New York Netwire/ -- Acclaimed author Howard Feinstein, along with his publisher Foxhead Books, announce the author's emotionally charged memoir entitled: 'Fire on the Bayou: True Tales from the Civil Rights Battlefront' (ISBN: 9781940876009). The new book details Mr. Feinstein's civil rights work prosecuting Ku Klux Klan cases and other prosecutions involving racially-motivated violence.

Career and Life Coach Sue Koch and Three Squares Coaching and Consulting deliver 4th annual 'January Jumpstart: Creating Goals that Matter'

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /New York Netwire/ -- Sue Koch, founder of Three Squares Coaching and Consulting, a Los Angeles Career and Life Coaching Company, will lead a complimentary tele-class to introduce callers to her popular six-week goal setting course 'January Jumpstart: Creating Goals that Matter.' They will receive valuable information for how to give up Resolution Resignation(TM) once and for all to set inspiring and achievable goals for 2014.

EPIC announces expansion to the Southeast

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Jan. 9, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today it has acquired The McCart Group of Atlanta, Ga.

Arkansas Mutual Insurance Company Announces New Board Members for 2014

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. /New York Netwire/ -- Arkansas Mutual Insurance Company today announced the election of two new members of their Board of Directors for 2014. As a mutual company, the two new board members were elected by the policyholders/owners of the insurance company. The two new board members are Jason Lofton, MD and Timothy Langford, MD.

The So-Cal Remodelers Council Releases Their 2014 Schedule

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /New York Netwire/ -- In looking ahead to the New Year, the BIA Southern California Remodelers Council and staff are excited to announce their up-coming educational programs as well as their business building opportunities for 2014. The February lineup includes the IBS (International Builders Show) NAHB Annual Tradeshow February 4 to 6, 2014.

Utelogy Corporation Opens New Corporate Office and Training Facility in Irvine, California

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /New York Netwire/ -- Utelogy Corporation has signed a new lease to open its expanded corporate office and training facility within a mile of John Wayne Airport in Orange County, Calif. Utelogy is a leader in Software-Defined Audio Video (SDAV) technology primarily deployed in higher education institutions.

Four Seasons Compassion for Life Meets the Emerging Needs of Buncombe, western North Carolina's Aging Population in the 2014 New Year

ASHEVILLE, N.C. /New York Netwire/ -- A retrospective look at 2013 shows that the aging of western North Carolina's population, together with retirement relocations, has resulted in a rise in the numbers of individuals who may need specialized care during serious illness or at end of life, according to Four Seasons Compassion for Life.

Biggest Skiing in America Makes a Bigger Online Presence

BIG SKY, Mont. /New York Netwire/ -- With an average winter snowfall of 400-plus inches, Big Sky, Montana is known for the Biggest Skiing in America - and with good reason. Earlier this year, Big Sky Resort merged with Moonlight Basin Resort. It's now truly the 'Biggest Skiing in America' with 5,750 acres of skiable terrain. Under one lift ticket, skiers and riders have access to three mountains.

Sir Licksalot and The Arctic Fools Receives Best Of The Year, 2013

SANTA CLARA, Calif. /New York Netwire/ -- A new Children's Chapter Book, 'Sir Licksalot and The Arctic Fools' (ISBN: 978-1629076713), by author D.L. Carroll, officially releases with honors, awards, and 5 Star Reviews! This fast paced epic adventure will melt your heart, make you sweat, and give you goose bumps.

San Diego North County Attorney Invited to the Andrea Kaye Radio Show – Legal Eagle Segments

CARLSBAD, Calif., Jan. 6, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In May of 2013 Carlsbad attorney Stan Prowse was approached by the Andrea Kaye Financial News and Talk radio show to participate in a Legal Eagle series of segments focused on Family Law. Since that time seven segments have been produced and aired live on AM1450 San Diego and AM1510 Las Angeles.

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