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Poet Aaron Ozee Reaches for Artistic Stardom with help of Smashwords Inc.

ADDISON, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- NEWS: Starting in February 2012, renowned author and entrepreneur Aaron Ozee compiled his poetic works into a beautifully constructed collection of boundary-breaking masterpieces that would stun literary minds across the United States. At first, according to the author, Ozee believed that if even a single person were to enjoy what he had written for the world to witness, it would mean more to him than anything he has or would ever experience in his lifetime.

Golf Pipeline provides a place to search and book tee times, and get social with fellow Golfers

CHICAGO, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- Golf enthusiasts will smile at this: Golf Pipeline is a place where you can now track every aspect of your golf game in one convenient and comprehensive web portal. Golf Pipeline provides a place to search and book tee times, invite your friends to join in the game, track your scores as you go, and much more.

Chicago Creative Coalition to present a Juried Fine Art Photography Show at 2013 Jeff Fest Arts and Music Festival

CHICAGO, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- New to fest-goers at the Jeff Fest Arts & Music Festival, July 26-28, 2013, is a much-anticipated Juried Fine Art Photography Show presented by the Chicago Creative Coalition (C3) entitled 'C3 PhotoArt Fest.' The show will be limited to no more than 50 selected images and is open to original works. C3 invites you to submit images online by June 7, 2013. The entry fee is $35, and covers up to four images.

Chicago's Jefferson Memorial Park hosts 2013 Jeff Fest Arts and Music Festival

CHICAGO, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- Jeff Fest Arts and Music Festival is pleased to announce its three-day musical lineup and headliners including Dot Dot Dot, Magic Box and the Michael McDermott Band. Jefferson Memorial Park's lush green lawn and ball fields transform into a giant backyard for all to enjoy over the course of the three-day festival from July 26 - 28, 2013.

Published at 16, Aaron Ozee has written four poetry books and 'Celestial Inferno: Poems of Another Realm' now in ebook format

ADDISON, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- Published at age 16, poet Aaron Ozee has written and self-published four poetry books through the self-publishing company, Lulu. 'Celestial Inferno: Poems of Another Realm,' initially released in hardcover, now will be available as an eBook and Kindle Edition through major retailers such as Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Kobo Books, and more.

In Illinois 21 Sexual Assault Orgs Stand by Rape Survivor Melisa Vistain who was Charged

CARBONDALE, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- The Sexual Assault Myths Organization of Carbondale, says The Illinois Coalition Against Sexual Assault 32 member board of lawmakers and professionals and 21 sexual assault organizations have hand delivered a letter to Jackson County, Ill. District Attorney Mike Carr asking him to drop all charges made by his office against Melisa Vistain, who was arrested after reporting her sexual assault.

The Women's Center of Carbondale Illinois Supports Sexual Assault Survivor Charged for 'False Reporting'

CARBONDALE, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- Jury selection for the criminal trial of Melisa Vistain, of Jackson County, Ill., is set to begin March 12, 2013. Vistain faces felony charges for falsely reporting sexual assault. Rape Crisis Services of The Women's Center stands in support of Vistain. She insists on her innocence of these charges.

The Sexual Assault Myths Organization of Carbondale Illinois launches awareness campaign about victims being charged as alleged criminals

CARBONDALE, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- The Sexual Assault Myths Organization of Carbondale today launched an awareness campaign that explains that the Jackson County District Attorney, Mike Carr, has currently allegedly charged at least three people for reporting their sexual assault. The website and organization was formed by Larry Brunken a longtime resident of Jackson County because of what he says has destroyed his wife's life.

Move For Hunger announces that Brookfield Global Relocation Services Joins Nationwide Fight Against Hunger

WOODRIDGE, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- Move For Hunger is proud to announce today that Brookfield Global Relocation Services has officially become a 'Champion Level' partner for 2013. Continuing their socially conscious leadership within the relocation industry, Brookfield Global Relocation Services is demonstrating a commitment to fighting hunger.

MCT Trading announces HALO-Link Pipeline Data Interface for LOS Platforms at the 99th MBA Annual Convention and Exposition

CHICAGO, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- MCT Trading, Inc. (MCT), a recognized leader in mortgage pipeline hedging and risk management services, announced at the 99th MBA Annual Convention and Exposition that they developed an integrated interface that connects loan origination systems (LOS) with its proprietary HALO (Hedging And Loan sales Optimization) platform(SM).

At the 99th MBA Annual Convention and Exposition, Quandis Launches New SaaS Skip Trace Application for Default Servicing

CHICAGO, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- Quandis, Inc., a leading provider of default management mortgage technology solutions, announced at the 99th MBA Annual Convention and Exposition that it released a Web-based skip trace application to locate individuals that are in default via a centralized platform. The solution can be utilized by mortgage companies to quickly locate, contact and personally engage with borrowers who are in distressed financial situations.

Global DMS Launches SaaS 'Global Unity Project' for LOS Providers at MBA Annual Convention and Exposition

CHICAGO, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- Global DMS, the leading provider of Web-based compliant valuation management software, announced at the 99th MBA Annual Convention and Exposition the official introduction of Global Unity, which seamlessly integrates its solution with leading loan origination systems (LOS). Global Unity provides lenders, banks and credit unions with 100 percent control over their entire collateral valuation process-with zero risk.

No Pork Shortage in Illinois says Twyford BBQ and Catering

JACKSONVILLE, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- Rumors of a worldwide bacon shortage have been making headlines and nothing spells panic like the idea of a 'bacon less' world. Well, Twyford BBQ and Catering is happy to report that it sees no signs of a pork shortage in its home state of Illinois and its celebrating National Pork month - whole hog.

BiBa Soft announces Play Dictionary, a free iPhone and iPad App reinventing How We Use the Dictionary

CHICAGO, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- BiBa Soft, a small app development company, has reinvented how we use the dictionary by turning it into a fun interactive word game. Play Dictionary shows a definition of a word from the dictionary then asks you to figure that word out using the least amount of definitions.

Illinois Sikh Community Center says Sikh Community Shooting in Milwaukee Not Racially Motivated

CHICAGO, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- Statement regarding shooting at Sikh Temple in Oak Creek, Wisconsin: Several people have been injured in a shooting incident. The Sikh community in the United States has been active citizens since the late 1800's in the USA. Sikhism is a monotheistic faith that requires them to wear a turban and one of the youngest religions in the world. 'The incident in Milwaukee has been a shock, we are concerned about the victims and their families. We understand that this was a 'random' act and not one motivate by race. So, we are asking for the support from the greater community for their prayers for the victims and their families,' said Amarjit Singh from the Illinois Sikh Community Center.

Twyford BBQ and Catering Places Top 10 at Memphis in May World Barbecue Championship

JACKSONVILLE, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- It's truly rib ticklin' news: Jacksonville caterer - Twyford BBQ and Catering - is pleased to announce that it placed seventh in the rib category out of 121 teams that competed at the Memphis in May World Barbecue Championship.

Northwest Community Healthcare Helps Illinois Individuals and Families Plan for Important Healthcare Decisions

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- Northwest Community Healthcare (NCH) in Arlington Heights is holding a free seminar to provide individuals with guidance and resources for expressing their healthcare wishes before an unexpected medical circumstance occurs. Join the Reverend Gwynne Wright of NCH's Spiritual Care Services from 10-11 a.m. on Monday, April 16, in the hospital auditorium at 800 W. Central Road in Arlington Heights, as she leads 'Making Healthcare Decisions Work for You and Your Family.'

Adoptions of Textbook ‘Construction Project Management – a Managerial Approach’ Accelerate for Construction Management, Architecture and Real Estate College Programs

CHICAGO, Ill., March 27, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — “Construction Project Management – a Managerial Approach” (ISBN: 978-0-9799969-1-7) sales by Pareto Publishing have increased 400 percent each semester since publication in December 2010. This text uniquely provides the integration of construction management, project management and business [...]

Save on hauling stuff locally or cross country with HitchHauling.com

MT. VERNON, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- JTLL Enterprises announced this week the launch of HitchHauling.com - a new website that connects hitchers and haulers so they can save money on gas. The recent surge in gasoline prices is once again putting a squeeze on Americans. In fact, gasoline prices are up almost 17 percent, or 54 cents, this year through March 14, according to the American Automobile Association (AAA).

Textbook, Construction Project Management, wins Axion Business Book, Indie Next Generation, and International Best Book Awards

CHICAGO, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- Sales of the textbook 'Construction Project Management - a Managerial Approach' (ISBN: 978-0979996917) from Pareto Publishing, have increased 400 percent each semester since publication in December 2010. The text is now increasingly used in United States 2-year, 4-year and graduate university construction management, architecture and real estate programs.

Bersin and Associates releases research bulletin on KnowledgeAdvisors' Metrics that Matter

CHICAGO, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- KnowledgeAdvisors today announced that Bersin and Associates, the leading research and advisory services firm, released a brand new research bulletin that reviews KnowledgeAdvisors world-class integrated learning measurement solution, Metrics that Matter.

Restaurants Recommended is a new guide to best dining spots in over 40 U.S. cities

CHICAGO, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- Deborah Gonderil, publisher of 'Restaurants Recommended,' could not find a restaurant ratings guide that not only incorporated multiple cities, but one that provided unprejudiced and genuine opinions of professional reviewers. As a result, she set out to compile a series of sources of reviews from professional food critics. 'Restaurants Recommended' (ISBN: 978-1466283176) is the end result.

Chicago Apartment Locating Service Has New Website

CHICAGO, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- Blue City Chicago Apartments, Inc. has recently launched a re-designed website that offers Chicago apartment renters an easier and faster means to help them find their next apartment.

Metrics that Matter Autumn 2011: Measurement Takes On New Meaning

CHICAGO, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- KnowledgeAdvisors, which provides learning measurement software that improves the effectiveness and business impact of learning, today announced it has released the Autumn 2011 version of its proprietary analytics software, Metrics that Matter(R).

10th Annual Symposium: Engaging Executives with World-Class Reporting announced by KnowledgeAdvisors

CHICAGO, Ill. /eNewsChannels/ -- KnowledgeAdvisors, which provides learning measurement software that improves the effectiveness and business impact of learning, today announced the 10th Annual Symposium with the theme 'Engaging Executives with World-Class Reporting.' The Symposium will be the premier event in 2012 bringing together organizations striving to develop world-class workforces through effective measurement and industry leaders in learning and talent measurement.

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