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Montana Cowboy Applies Business Experience To Career in Country Music

Singing on stage to thousands of screaming fans is a common daydream to people all over the world. To some, it is a quintessential American Dream. The mind-numbing popularity of American Idol is a testament to our love affair with the music industry. Literally thousands of wannabe singers show up at tryouts for the show, with the vast majority going home disappointed. Record labels receive hundreds of unsolicited submissions every week from artists who are desperate to have their music heard by the masses. Many wonder if it’s even possible to succeed these days without major label support. Can you find success on your own as a musical artist?... (Continue reading)

Move Over Superman ... Pop Superhero, Cookie Cutter Girl, Gives Girl Power to Her 20th Compilation CD

Pop superhero "Cookie Cutter Girl" is a superhero for our times who packs her Girl Power Pop with a punch. CCG is freeing women everywhere from the mold in which society holds them captive. Cookie Cutter Girl is now soaring high on her 20th Compilation CD, most of which were released over the past year. CCG will be performing over 150 concerts this year, and has a chance to be on the Warped Tour. Who is *your* Inner Superhero? Find out today at CookieCutterGirl.com.

This Indie Girl Power Icon has been making the majors listen up and take notice without ever hiring a publicist or promoter. Cookie Cutter Girl was reviewed in Rolling Stone magazine, who called her "Nashville's Version of Fiona Apple." CCG was featured in the "A&R" & "Film/TV" sections of Music Connection magazine, and has been in dozens more. Her Pop Superhero show, on the "GO GIRLS" stage at the Millennium Music Conference in PA last month, was filmed by an up and coming Independent Film maker inclusion in his latest project. CCG's showcase was voted "1 of the TOP 10" to catch at the MMC10 by the central PA newspaper. Go to the "Press Kit" page of CookieCutterGirl.com for a full list of Cookie Cutter Girl appearances.... (Continue reading)

Wyatt Earp's Return to Tombstone

Wyatt Earp is returning to Tombstone, Arizona.

Tim Trask Puts the Finishing Touches on His Wyatt Earp Bronze Statue

The legendary lawman will appear when an immaculately composed, larger-than-life, bronze statue of him is unveiled at a major event scheduled for 2:30 p.m., Friday, Novembe 558 r 14, 2008 at the Wyatt Earp House and Gallery, located 102 E. Freemont Street in Tombstone.

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Created by Arizona's premier master sculptor, Tim Trask, the stunning statue reaches an impressive scale of eight-feet high and accurately captures the likeness and charisma of the fabled Wyatt Earp.... (Continue reading)

NeboWeb Launches its Proprietary Web 3.0 Project Management Tool

NeboWeb, an Atlanta-based interactive marketing agency, today announced the launch of its proprietary, client-focused, project management tool, TimeTravLR, featuring its Reverse Obstruction Management Optimizer, (ROMO) 4300. TimeTravLR is a revolutionary device that provides NeboWeb with the ability to ensure timely delivery of all projects.

"It's nothing short of amazing," says Brian Easter, CEO of NeboWeb. "TimeTravLR allows us to stay 100% ahead of the game, both figuratively and logistically."... (Continue reading)

Live Transfers For Your Business

TransferStar.com has launched its new dialing platform to help businesses drive leads to their call centers. TransferStar's proprietary technology has allowed hundreds of businesses increase sales by utilizing technology instead of more traditional means I.E of cold calling, snail mail and email marketing to name a few. The company's technology can reach hundreds of thousands of prospects in hours while keeping lead costs much lower than most traditional marketing methods. "Our Technology has really helped businesses drive efficiency while maintaining their ROI" President and Founder, Dean Austn said in an interview with Chris Malten from Tech Future Friday August 8th 2008. "What makes us different is our ability to adapt to our clients needs. We have been at the forefront of our industry, so we really understand that in order to have an edge against our competition, we must have the best technology in our sector…. Which we do… (Laughs) Transferstar.com uses all Opt-in data making their service 100% compliant with all FTC rules and regulations.... (Continue reading)

Marketing Firm Launches New Website to Help Home-Based Entrepreneurs

As corporations continue to “right-size” and jobs move overseas, more and more people are looking to diversify their incomes by starting a home based business. However, current statistics put the failure rate of home based start ups at upwards of 95%.

Christopher Federoff, President of New Jersey based Lumahai Marketing Group, reports that his firm has seen a tremendous growth in the number of people seeking to leave their 9-5 jobs or bricks and mortar establishments for Internet based businesses. "The Internet allows everyday people to launch global enterprises, typically with very low start-up costs", comments Federoff. “The problem is that there are tons of scams and online predators out there with one goal—to get people’s money.”... (Continue reading)

Install MoneyToys(tm) Closing Costs Calculator on Real Estate Web Sites

Wheatworks Software, LLC announces an update of MoneyToys(tm) Closing Costs Calculator, a web site calculator that real estate webmasters can quickly and easily install. Closing Costs Calculator is an online calculator which lets home buyers simultaneously compute and compare expected closing costs for four different loans without leaving your site.

Installation is easy! If you've ever created a web page, you have the skills required to install MoneyToys(tm). Simple, step-by-step instructions and 3 sample web pages are included with each calculator.... (Continue reading)

China Turns to Coalbed Methane Gas: Fueling GDP Growth, Reducing Pollution, Saving Lives

During an audio interview published on TransWorldNews, Pacific Asia China Energy (TSX-V: PCE) executive vice president Steve Khan told StockInterview.com about China’s growing energy crisis, which is draining the world’s available supplies of oil, natural gas and other commodities. Khan explained China’s growing middle class, now numbering more than 300 million, is partly responsible for the red-hot GDP growth in the first half of 2006. Because China draws about 70 percent of its energy for powering its economy from coal, the Chinese are turning more heavily to unconventional gas, known as coalbed methane, according to Khan.... (Continue reading)

LasikPlus Partners with LinkConnector to Create a New Focus: A Competitive Affiliate Marketing Program

LinkConnector (http://www.linkconnector.com/), an Affiliate Marketing Network with progressive solutions for merchants and affiliates, announced this week that it will partner with Media Two Interactive to create an enhanced Affiliate Program for its strategic Interactive Partner, (http://www.LasikPlus.com). LasikPlus, an industry giant in the eye care vertical, has launched its first Affiliate Campaign in the LinkConnector Network. LasikPlus has jump-started its performance by empowering affiliates with industry-leading payouts. Approved LinkConnector Affiliates earn a fee per qualifying consultation appointment.... (Continue reading)

YASU Technologies Announces Partnership With Versata

YASU Technologies, a provider of innovative cross-platform Business Rules Management (BRM) solutions for Java and .NET technologies, announced today that it has entered into an OEM partnership with Versata, Inc. , a provider of software and services that automate the development and ongoing management of data-intensive applications. This new agreement will enable Versata to embed YASU Technologies product, QuickRules Business Rules Engine, as part of the Versata platform.

This agreement with Versata has added another significant feather to YASU Technologies Partnership programs. YASU has Reseller and OEM relationships with different firms in Germany, Australia, Austria, France, Korea, New Zealand, Switzerland, Taiwan, UK and the USA, among others.

Strong partnerships have always been critical to ensuring customer success, particularly in an open, standards-based software environment. Versatas partnership with YASU Technologies is a step towards that," said Linda Giampa, Vice President, Worldwide Field Operations for Versata Inc.

YASU is proud of entering into this OEM partnership with Versata, as we aim at the BRM technology becoming a pervasive and value-adding technology. YASU and Versata both aim at customer success and mutual growth, and with this alliance we are sure to achieve these objectives," said Sudheer Gentela, Vice President -- Marketing and Sales of YASU Technologies.... (Continue reading)

LapWorks Builds A Better MouzPad

Fresh from the release of its revolutionary debut in the gaming peripheral market with the Gamer's Desk, LapWorks Inc., the market leader in ergonomic and heat-reducing laptop desks and stands, announced today a reimagining of one of its most popular laptop desk accessories - the MouzPad. When critics called the original 6x9 MouzPad small, LapWorks listened and designed the Max MouzPad.

Built to accomodate LapWorks' UltraLite and Futura Laptop Desks, the Max MouzPad offers users a mousing area of 9x11 inches - enough space for Web surfers, gamers, and professionals alike.... (Continue reading)

CompassLearning Wins 2009 BESSIE Awards for Math Intervention and High School Solutions

CompassLearning, the leading provider of personalized education technology solutions, announced today it has received two Best Educational Software (BESSIE) awards from the ComputED Learning Center. The company was recognized for 5a8 its Odyssey Math 5-6 solution in the middle school mathematics intervention category. In the high school remedial multi-subject category, its Odyssey High School solution was a winner. The BESSIE awards target innovative and content-rich programs and websites that provide parents and teachers with the technology to foster educational excellence. Winners are selected from titles submitted by software publishers from around the world.... (Continue reading)

Brooklyn Museum Presents First Major Museum Exhibition Devoted Exclusively to Rock and Roll Photographers October 30, 2009 - January 31, 2010

Who Shot Rock & Roll: A Photographic History, 1955 to the Present, the first major museum exhibition to acknowledge photographers for their creative and collaborative role in the history of rock and roll, will be on view at the Brooklyn Museum from October 30, 2009, through January 31, 2010. The exhibition is curated by photographic historian and author Gail Buckland and features many rare and never-before-exhibited photographs.

Who Shot Rock & Roll is organized by the Brooklyn Museum and will travel to venues to be announced at a future date.... (Continue reading)

Medical Mutual of Ohio Selects BrightCom as Their Video Conferencing Solution

BrightCom, Inc., the performance leader in integrated conferencing, announces that it has been selected as the video conferencing vendor for Medical Mutual of Ohio. With over 1.5 million customers throughout the Midwest, Medical Mutual is a leading provider of health care for over 70 years. In order to maintain a high level of customer service, Medical Mutual routinely communicates between its branches. Employees would spend several hours traveling from office to office resulting in a loss of man-hours. To address the increased cost of travel between offices, Medical Mutual began researching a cost-effective solution for video conferencing. Upon reviewing several systems, Medical Mutual selected the ClearView Video Conference Room System to address the requirement for a high-quality, secure, point-to-point video solution.... (Continue reading)

Wagner Design Welcomes New Team Member

Graphic design and advertising firm, Wagner Design Associates, has announced the addition of a new team member. Jody Mugele joins the firm as business manager/copywriter. After graduating from Milligan College with a B.A. in humanities, she went on to obtain licensure as a teacher of secondary English. Mugele's responsibilities at Wagner will include client contact, accounting, clerical duties, and copy writing.

Mugele has varied work experiences, including teaching English, administrative assisting, and billing. She is a member of writing organizations such as the Society of Children's Books Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) and is currently pursuing publication of a young adult novel.... (Continue reading)

USOBA Proudly Announces its 2009 Summer Conference Sponsors and Exhibitors

The United States Organizations for Bankruptcy Alternatives (USOBA), the oldest trade association in the debt settlement industry, announced today the sponsors and knockout exhibitors for its 2009 Summer Conference.

The mission of USOBA is to create and advocate an agenda solely for the debt negotiation industry. Through its industry conferences, USOBA hopes to educate those involved in debt settlement by bringing distinguished speakers to share their wisdom and knowledge of the industry.

“Our incredibly informative conferences afford our members the opportunity to connect with representatives from several industry-related organizations,” USOBA Executive Director Jenna Keehnen said. “The valuable contributions from our sponsors and exhibitors help to further our endeavors as a trade association, thus improving the debt settlement industry for consumers.”... (Continue reading)

Free Process Management (BPM) Training & Reference Materials from Open Source Six Sigma™

Open Source Six Sigma™ (OpenSourceSixSigma.com) unveiled a new series of open source course materials to the business improvement community today. In addition to their flagship DMAIC material set, OSSS is now offering individual phases of the Lean Six Sigma methodology as well as the highly coveted "Process Management" materials.

"We are particularly excited about bringing another high-quality "too good to be true", product to the market, with all of the interest today in Business Process Management (BPM) and an ongoing need to improve, control and properly manage business processes. We believe our Process Management course will be of tremendous value to the community" states Scot Shank, Founder of Open Source Six Sigma™.... (Continue reading)

2005, A Cancer Year in Review

2005 has been another year in which cancer took almost twice as many lives as the number of American casualties in WWII. The human toll included:

1,372,910 estimated new cancer cases

570,280 estimated cancer deaths (295,280 men; 275,000 women; more than 1,500 deaths/day)

Nearly 10,000 children under 14 were diagnosed with cancer

Using estimates from the American Cancer Society, more than $70 billion dollars were spent on direct medical costs and the National Cancer Institute spent over $6 billion in cancer research. Despite all of these dollars expended on research and treatment, in 2005 cancer was the leading cause of death in adults under 85 and it continues to be the leading cause of death by disease in children. Are we really winning the “war on cancer?”... (Continue reading)

The #1 Bar Poker League to Host Its World Tavern Poker Open at the Birthplace of the World Series of Poker

More than 300 World Tavern Poker players from across the country will converge in Las Vegas for 4 days of poker, parties, and prizes at the 3rd World Tavern Poker Open held October 20 -- 23 at Binion's Hotel and Casino, the famous birthplace of the World Series of Poker.

Heralded as the "World's Best Poker Party" here are some highlights of the sold out event:

Unique (if not crazy) free contests for attendees at two private parties:

- Helicopter into the Grand Canyon - One World Tavern Poker player will get into a helicopter with Mike Matsinger, founder of World Tavern Poker, to play Heads Up for $1,000 in the Grand Canyon.... (Continue reading)

Blackout Dates No More; Hilton HHonors Opens Up the Calendar For All Members

The Hilton Family of Hotels has announced No Blackout Dates for all members of its HHonors guest reward program beginning in February. As long as a standard room is available, members will be able to confirm that room using their HHonors points at more than 2,900 Hilton Family hotels worldwide.

"Our goal is always to make traveling easier for our guests, and No Blackout Dates is a significant way to offer our loyal members more flexibility to use their points on their schedule," said Adam Burke, senior vice president of customer loyalty for Hilton Hotels Corporation. "Members have always considered Points & Miles a highly valuable benefit that distinguishes us from the competition, and combining this unique offering with No Blackout Dates reinforces HHonors (http://hhonors.hilton.com/en/hhonors/index.jhtml ) as the world's most rewarding and flexible hotel loyalty program (http://hhonors.hilton.com/en/hhonors/index.jhtml )."... (Continue reading)

September 3rd, 2010