PALM BAY, Fla. -- Fictional stories are often inspired by what is seen and heard in the lives of the people that write them. This concept is as true as ever with the new novel, "Kidnapping Jesus" (ISBN 978-1-4243-4381-2), by David B. McQueen and Samuel L. Brodie.

HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. -- Rev. Maria Mejias, founder of Chosen Beings of Light, is expanding her Children & Teen Healing Program to include a summer energy camp scheduled for July - Sept. 2007, as well as morning and after-school energy programs for the gifted children and teens (ages 3 - 18).

MIAMI, Fla. -- Bella Bella Boutique is about more than just lingerie, it's about lifestyle; the virtual lingerie lounge caters to clients seeking unique, upscale, flirty, feminine, and modern designs in a sexy and chic setting. Bella Bella Boutique sells gorgeous lingerie, luxurious bath and body products.

MIAMI, Fla. -- In an ongoing effort to provide peace of mind to importers, exporters and freight forwarders, Sealock Security Systems (www.sealock.com) of Miami, Florida has earned certification as a C-TPAT partner from the Department of Homeland Security. EJ Brooks Company, the world's oldest and largest manufacturer of tamper-indicative seals, and a Sealock licensee, is the only other seal manufacturer in the world to be honored with C-TPAT membership.

ORLANDO, Fla. -- Instant water temperature readings while running a boat at full speed or trolling for offshore game fish is now reality, as NorCross Marine Products, a leader in the development of innovative marine electronics, introduces its Infrared Marine Thermometer SP. The Infrared Marine Thermometer is one of three products introduced by the company, including its SkierAlert SP and Sonic Laser Scale.

ORLANDO. Fla. -- Direct Hit Media, llc, headquartered in Florida, has created a unique form of targeted advertising; it delivers one of the best one-to-one marketing venues available - the Cart-Vertising(TM) program. How is it done? Advertisements are placed on golf carts within an established network of premium golf courses throughout the United States.

SUNRISE, Fla. -- The Board of Directors of Interim HealthCare Inc. announces the appointment of Russ Cooper as President and CEO. Mr. Cooper brings more than 25 years of franchising experience and will lead Interim HealthCare's national network of 300 offices while launching aggressive franchise development.

MIAMI, Fla. -- Sdoia-Satz Music Institute (The Husky Gang School), the prestigious, private music school in Miami with a reputation for outstanding musical excellence, is celebrating its 50th anniversary and is offering a $100 discount on its $250 two hour comprehensive aptitude test.

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. -- Before throwing away a laptop due to faulty visible errors on the screen, one should consider investing in repairing it with a top-laptop parts distribution company, recommends Impact Computers and Electronics, Inc. Specifically, Impact Computers is also the leading laptop parts distributor with DC Jacks (Power Jacks).

SEATTLE, Wash. -- In April, 2007, Seattle-based Trans Marine Propulsion Systems, Inc. (TMPS) plans to open a second service and sales facility in Tampa, Florida, giving added convenience to ship owners, offshore operators, power plants, mechanical industries, and ship and engine builders in all parts of the world. The new facility will operate as a subsidiary called Trans Marine Tampa (TMT).