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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Feb. 4, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter®), an innovative new leader in mortgage technology, today announced it has been named to HousingWire's 2025 Tech100 Mortgage list of companies shaping the future of the housing finance sector. The recognition acknowledges ongoing investments Dark Matter has made to its Empower® loan origination system (LOS), the addition of the NOVA LOS to Dark Matter's product lineup, and advances in productivity and accuracy Dark Matter is making with the AIVA® suite of AI virtual assistants.

ATLANTA, Ga., Feb. 4, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry authority on homebuyer assistance program data and solutions, today announced that its Founder and CEO Rob Chrane has been named a RISMedia 2025 Real Estate Newsmaker. RISMedia Newsmakers are individuals whose efforts are positively impacting the consumers and communities they serve. This is the second year in a row Chrane has been named to the Newsmakers list.

ATLANTA, Ga., Feb. 4, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry's leading technology for connecting homebuyers with homebuyer assistance programs, has been named to HousingWire's 2025 Mortgage Tech100 list, which recognizes "the companies and solutions that are revolutionizing the mortgage process - from origination to closing, and servicing to secondary markets."

BOULDER, Colo., Feb. 4, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Floify, the mortgage industry's leading point-of-sale (POS) solution, announced that it has been named a 2025 HW Tech100 Mortgage award honoree. Now in its 13th year, the HW Tech100 award program recognizes some of the most innovative and impactful technology organizations serving the housing sector. The company is based in Boulder, Colorado and is a subsidiary of Porch Group, Inc. ("Porch Group") (NASDAQ: PRCH).

HEALDSBURG, Calif., Feb. 3, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Merriam Vineyards, a pioneering force in Russian River Valley's diverse winegrowing landscape, announces the commencement of its 25th anniversary celebration. Founded in 2000 by Peter and Diana Merriam, the winery has evolved from its initial 12-acre purchase into a distinguished estate encompassing three distinct vineyard properties, each expressing the unique terroir of the Russian River Valley AVA.

SMITHFIELD, N.C., Jan. 30, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Deacon Jones Automotive Group is proud to announce its expansion into South Hill, Virginia, with the acquisition of two new dealerships: Deacon Jones Honda of South Hill and Deacon Jones Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram (CJDR) of South Hill. This strategic growth underscores Deacon Jones' commitment to providing exceptional automotive services and an expanded inventory.

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Jan. 30, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Secured Signing, a global leader in Digital Signatures and Remote Online Notarization (RON) solutions, has announced the integration of Cisco Duo Single Sign-On, a cutting-edge enhancement designed to fortify user login security. This milestone innovation introduces built-in two-factor authentication (2FA) to the platform, setting a new standard in safeguarding digital transactions.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Jan. 30, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Neurotech Reports, the longest-serving publishing and market intelligence firm covering the neuromodulation industry, announced the launch of its first European management and investment conference. The two-day event, called Neurotech Leaders Forum at imec, will take place on June 3-4, 2025 on the campus of imec in Leuven, Belgium. Imec, a world-leading research and innovation center in nanoelectronics and digital technologies, is deeply committed to advancing health innovations through the power of semiconductor technologies, making it the ideal host for the conference.

DES MOINES, Iowa, Jan. 30, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- iEmergent, a forecasting and advisory services firm for the financial services, mortgage and real estate industries, today announced the release of four new market intelligence dashboards that make it easy for lenders to slice, visualize, export and share historical and forecasted loan production, real estate listing and demographic data.

PITTSBURGH, Pa., Jan. 29, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Nemeroff Law Firm is pleased to announce it has secured a landmark legal decision in favor of employees who are left without compensation because their occupational diseases developed long after their hazardous workplace exposures ended. The Nemeroff Law Firm has made it the firm's mission to fight for justice, and advocate for the injured.

VICTORIA, B.C., Jan. 28, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 2025 marks a major milestone for Tellwell Publishing: our 10-year anniversary! Over the past decade we've been on a mission to empower indie authors and redefine the self-publishing industry. This year we're doubling down as a trusted expert voice in self-publishing by launching three new platforms designed to educate and inspire authors. We're excited to introduce our podcast, "Demystifying Self-Publishing with Tellwell" - a new series of educational videos on YouTube; and a fresh TikTok channel!

STATE COLLEGE, Pa., Jan. 28, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Global research and advisory firm, Info-Tech Research Group, has identified EnergyCAP as the #1 overall Champion in its 2025 Data Quadrant Report. The report findings are based on data from user reviews on the firm's SoftwareReviews platform, the leading source for insights on the software provider landscape. EnergyCAP is a leading provider of utility bill management and energy tracking software designed to help organizations reduce energy consumption and costs.

AGOURA HILLS, Calif., Jan. 27, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Tavern 101 Grill & Tap House, a beloved staple in Agoura Hills, stepped up once again to support first responders by providing hot meals to over 1,500 firefighters, sheriffs, and National Guard members battling the devastating wildfires in Pacific Palisades. This act of generosity is nothing new for Gonzalez and his team.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Jan. 27, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Veteran entertainment industry publicist and wellness influencer, Makeda Smith is solidifying her commitment to 'senior soft life' living. The 64-year-old grandmother, who started pole dancing as a fitness hobby over 14 years ago, is expanding her pro-aging brands, the dance flow movement practice, Flying Over 50 (and online coaching portal, The Makeda Method. Makeda is launching a new book series on Amazon Live, with one of the platform's Top Five influencers, Cyrus Webb.

LONDON, England, Jan. 27, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Old Vine Registry, the world's first and most authoritative database of old vine vineyards marked the new year having accumulated more than 4,000 entries from 39 countries, making steady progress to a goal of registering 10,000 vineyards by 2027.

LA VERNE, Calif., Jan. 23, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In a remarkable display of compassion and community spirit, Hillcrest, an age-qualified community in La Verne is showing what it means to be a good neighbor by helping seniors displaced by the devastating Eaton Fire. Hillcrest offered seniors housing and a chance to rebuild their lives with a new home. The fire destroyed The Terraces at Park Marino in Pasadena, leaving many residents, including those with significant health needs, without a place to call home.

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 23, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 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

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., Jan. 22, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 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., Jan. 22, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 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. and MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., Jan. 21, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 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.