Tag: General Editorial

LOS ANGELES, Calif., July 7, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- When Hawkins House of Burgers restaurateur Cynthia Hawkins found herself on the other end of a Caltrans state issued decree requiring the removal of part of their building, former Compton resident A.K. King, got wind of the dilemma via social media and reached out to Jay King, the CEO/President of the California Black Chamber of Commerce.

ONTARIO, Calif., June 30, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The deadliest days of the year for traffic related accidents are those surrounding the 4th of July holiday. Every year there is a dramatic spike in pedestrian related deaths and injuries during that time. In response MAGLITE® and First Responders Children's Foundation (FRCF) are joining together to promote traffic and pedestrian safety awareness.

COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 30, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Westerwood Life Care community is hosting two fun events for you and your pets. The Dog Days of Summer celebration includes a parade and a chance to cuddle therapy dogs and adopt furry friends. The free Pet Communication webinar will show you how to have a real heart-to-heart conversation with your pet.

PLEASANT HILL, Calif., June 29, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the needs of seniors, adults with disabilities, and their families, announced an official rebrand to Empowered Aging.

FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- The folks at AJ's Seafood and Oyster Bar know that there's no better way to kick off the summer than with a live firework show along Florida's Emerald Coast. That's why it's excited to host a free firework show at AJ's on the Bayou, one of its four popular locations.

BOYNTON BEACH, Fla., June 23, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- International researcher and author, Brian J. Sheen, Ph.D. is happy to announce the release of his new online Master Class, "Overcoming Today's Stress, Anxiety and Assault on Health."

VASS, N.C., June 22, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- China Rescue Dogs is requesting an exemption for 501(c)(3) rescues from the recent U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suspension of dogs entering the U.S. from countries classified as high risk for rabies.

ONTARIO, Calif., June 15, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Maglite and First Responders Children's Foundation (FRCF) are joining together to support traffic and pedestrian safety during the deadliest days of the year. According to the Pedestrian Safety Institute, July is the deadliest month of the year for traffic related fatalities including those of pedestrians. The days surrounding July 4th are particularly dangerous.

NEW YORK, N.Y., June 2, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Museum of Sex (MoSex) proudly announces details about its summer exhibition, "Erotic Content & the Mainstream 1960 till Today." This exhibition, a presentation of media examining how erotic content has permeated mainstream culture since the 1960s, will be on view at the Museum of Sex (233 Fifth Avenue) starting June 4, 2021.

LONDON, U.K., May 26, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Pioneering London-based ForeMedia Group Plc (an international company well known for its top-rated extensive media and entertainment operations in Nigeria and United Kingdom, along with delivering Afro-centric media and entertainment to audiences worldwide), is delighted to announce that it is building the first digital ecosystem for talented entertainment creators in sub-Saharan Africa.

WASHINGTON, D.C., May 26, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- To encourage everyone to take small steps for sun safety the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention - and its national member coalition of over 40 organizations - has designated the Friday before Memorial Day as the 13th annual "Don't Fry Day" to encourage sun safety awareness and to remind everyone to protect their skin while enjoying the outdoors.

LAS VEGAS, Nev., May 25, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- "Life is Crying" (ISBN: 978-1641119849) by Benzena Brown, recently received the Book Excellence Award Finalist - an international book awards' competition dedicated to recognizing independent and traditionally-published authors and publishers for excellence in writing, design and overall market appeal.

ST. PAUL, Minn., May 21, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The National Stop the Violence Alliance, Inc. will host a National Interfaith Service for Peace, an event that is aimed at creating a roadmap for instilling peace and reconciliation in the United States and other countries of the world.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., May 20, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Community Housing Partnership announced today that it has changed its name to HomeRise. More than 30 years ago, the norm for helping someone experiencing homelessness was to put them up in a small, furnished room and hope for the best. That changed when nonprofit housing developers and homelessness advocates came together and formed Community Housing Partnership.

PHOENIX, Ariz., May 19, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Author Diane M. Dresback invited 25 women to write a chapter in the book, "From Us For You: Inspiring Stories of Healing, Growth and Transformation." This compilation of stories about women coming through life-altering situations and challenging journeys provides readers hope and inspiration.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., May 18, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- More than 65 years after the infamous crash, a major component of the James Dean Porsche 550 Spyder will be offered at auction, Don Ahearn, Owner, announced today. This will be the first time ever a confirmed part of the Porsche 550 Spyder will be offered for sale.

DALLAS, Texas, May 17, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- After a 30-day call for entries, winners for the black album.mixtape. were announced during a virtual Block Party event. The black album. mixtape. is an initiative of Regina Taylor - the Golden Globe-winning actress, playwright, and activist - in partnership with Southern Methodist University's (SMU) Meadows School of the Arts.

HAMMOND, Ind., May 6, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Ms. Vianna C. Little, Visionary at Fresh Start Now Enterprise with Ms. Freddie C. Batchelor, A Systemic Change Catalyst at Enterprise of Destiny, two mission-driven women of color professional social enterprise business owners and developers, have come together to launch Project300(™)!

COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 3, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Westerwood Life Care community is offering a free, virtual "Hear Better" class in honor of May's Better Hearing and Speech Month. Dr. Kelly Tremblay and Dr. Margaret Wallhagen will review high-tech, low-cost solutions to help manage hearing loss in everyday conversations.

SANTA ANA, Calif., April 29, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Town & Country Life Plan community is offering a free, virtual "Hear Better" event in honor of May's Better Hearing and Speech Month. Dr. Kelly Tremblay and Dr. Margaret Wallhagen will share affordable solutions to help manage hearing loss in everyday conversations.