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USAF Partners with UniverseIT and Classe365 in Texas

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- UniverseIT is excited to announce a new partnership with the United States Air Force (USAF) which encompasses serving three training schools - the Air Ground Operations School (AGOS); Weapons School (USAFWS); and Advanced Maintenance and Munitions Operations School (AMMOS).

Iowa’s Osceola City Council Green Lights Contractor Bidding On New Wastewater Plant

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Osceola City Council has approved a schedule for taking bids on construction of the updated wastewater treatment facility. A recent pre-bid meeting brought in a handful of interest, but with design and budgeting finalized, the City is now able to open the call for bids to contractors interested in undertaking the project.

CyberIntellipedia – Treadstone 71 Releases Comprehensive Knowledgebase for Cyber and Threat Intelligence

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Treadstone 71, the highly focused and standards-driven cyber and threat intelligence tradecraft company, today announced the beta release of CyberIntellipedia. The extremely detailed, expansive wiki includes knowledge gained over years of cyber and threat intelligence program builds, targeted adversary research, and intelligence community-driven cyber intelligence training courses.

RMA, Award-winning Redevelopment Firm, to Create Fort Myers Beach’s New Branding and Marketing Plan

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Town of Fort Myers Beach has hired the firm RMA to create its new branding and marketing campaign. RMA's award-winning team of economic development and marketing experts will analyze the town's current brand and develop a comprehensive strategy to capitalize on the community's authentic assets and distinctive culture.

Zoohackathon – Haibu partners with the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Haibu is an award-winning series of books, films, cartoons and video games that promotes wildlife conservation around the world. Haibu has partnered with the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs (OES) on Zoohackathon, a global competition to develop new and innovative technology tools to fight wildlife trafficking.

Avondale Estates, Georgia, Mayoral Candidate Clai Brown Refutes Disinformation, Invites More Community Dialog

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- 2019 Candidate for Mayor and former City Manager Clai Brown has issued the following statement to ensure Avondale Estates citizens have access to facts on matters that may determine their November 5 election-day decisions about the future of their unique city and community.

Keep Our Seniors Safe Act Signed by California Governor Newsom

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Consumer Advocates for RCFE Reform (CARR) announces that California Governor Newsom signed the Keep Our Seniors Safe Act, a part of SB 172 (Portantino) which was signed into law on 12 October, 2019.

Economic Development Experts at RMA and CJF Marketing International Develop ‘Investment Tourism’ Strategy

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- What if your city could implement a strategy that would transform tourists into long-term investors? That is the concept behind "Investment Tourism," a comprehensive Economic Development and Marketing platform developed by the award-winning principals of RMA and CJF Marketing International.

Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Partners with SCI Mercer to Train Service Dogs for Veterans

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- It is with great pleasure that Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs announces its latest partnership, with the Pennsylvania State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Mercer. As part of our new partnership, incarcerated veterans will train some of our future service dogs, beginning at approximately 5 months of age, all while earning college credit.

NEW UNITY Offers Real Change: Expanding US Congress to Include a Citizens Assembly

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- An Assembly of 600 citizen-delegates is being established by NewUnity.Org and it is expected to eventually become a third-chamber of Congress via constitutional amendment, creating a tri-cameral legislature. The first session of the Assembly is scheduled to start in early 2020. Any U.S. citizen over the age of 18 can be a delegate to the Assembly, provided they satisfy some eligibility requirements.

August Pfluger (R-San Angelo) announced his campaign to represent Texas’ 11th Congressional District

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Today, August Pfluger (R-San Angelo) announced his campaign to represent Texas' 11th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. For nearly 20 years, Pfluger has served his country as an elite F-22 fighter pilot, a decorated Air Force officer, and most recently, as a key national security advisor to President Trump.

GMAR and Michigan State Police Trooper School Come Together to Sponsor Guardian Angels Medical Service Dog

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs announced that in February 2019, Sgt. McRae of the Michigan State Police Trooper Recruit School set a goal: to honor Michigan State Trooper Craig A. Scott; a military veteran who was killed in the line of duty after 7 years on the force in 1982.

Brian Mickelsen Housing Hero Awards – Arizona Department of Housing Congratulates 2019 Recipients

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Arizona Department of Housing presented the 2019 Brian Mickelsen Housing Hero Awards at a recognition ceremony in Scottsdale on August 21. The ceremony was held in conjunction with the 16th Annual Arizona Housing Forum; the premier industry event for housing and community development professionals in the state.

Pompano Beach CRA Announces a Request for Co-Working Space Applications

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Pompano Beach CRA has announced a request for applications from entrepreneurs interested in becoming members of "GROW," a co-working space, managed by the nationally acclaimed team, Digital Grass Innovation and Technology. This innovation hub will provide a myriad of support systems to local business owners looking to accelerate their success via three membership levels.

Florida Distillers Go to Capitol Hill to Urge Support for Spirits Tax Cut Bill (H.R. 1175/S. 362)

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The St. Augustine Distillery joined two Florida distillers along with more than 150 craft distillers from around the country who gathered in Washington, D.C. from July 22 through July 24 for the distilled spirits industry's 10th Annual Public Policy Conference, co-hosted by the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States and the American Craft Spirits Association (ACSA).

RMA Offers Premier Consultations to Florida’s City Leaders: Authors of ‘Reinventing Your City’ Celebrate National Book Lovers Day

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- RMA is offering complimentary 15-minute consultations to city and county leaders who purchase 25 or more copies of the book, "Reinventing Your City: Eight Steps to Turn Your City Around" (ISBN: 978-0986086007). The offer commences on August 9, National Book Lovers Day, and runs until August 31, 2019.

Due to Gilroy Tragedy, an Historic Meeting with CA Gov. Newsom and 100-year-old WWII Vet Sidney Walton Occurred at the Capitol...

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Sidney Walton, age 100, one of America's oldest WWII veterans and just back from on-stage in Normandy, met with Gov. Gavin Newsom July 29, 4:30 to 5 p.m. in the Governor's office. The meeting was arranged by state Senator Brian Jones from San Diego County.

JaffaCares Safety Sunday at Spring Creek Towers NY Aims to Break Social Barriers, Provide Valuable Safety Content

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Jack Jaffa & Associates is partnering with Spring Creek Towers Department of Public Safety, the NYPD's 75th precinct, the FDNY Fire Prevention Bureau and prominent elected officials to bring safety awareness to the 15,000 residents of Starrett City on Sunday, August 4, 2019

National No Regrets Tour: 100-year-old WWII Vet Sidney Walton to Meet with Calif. Gov. Newsom

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Sidney Walton, age 100, one of America's oldest WWII veterans and just back from on-stage in Normandy, has announced that he will be driving from San Diego to Sacramento to meet with Gov. Gavin Newsom July 30, 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Governor's private conference room.

XG Communities to provide small cell wireless program solutions for the City of Federal Way, Washington

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- XG Communities LLC, a premier provider of wireless and engineering services for carriers and municipalities across the United States, announce their agreement to provide small cell program solutions for the City of Federal Way, Washington.

MA State Allocation Revives the Massachusetts Center for Employee Ownership (MassCEO)

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Following a meeting with state officials at the Massachusetts Office of Business Development (MOBD), the Massachusetts Center for Employee Ownership (MassCEO) is pleased to announce it has secured $50,000 in state funding for its annual operating budget.

Major South Florida Development Prospect Located in Opportunity Zone Pompano Beach FL Looks Nationwide for Master Developer

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The City of Pompano Beach and its redevelopment agency have over 30 acres of land located in an Opportunity Zone out to bid seeking a Master Developer for an Innovation District in the downtown. The land is one of the last undeveloped areas in South Florida bordering the I-95 corridor with direct beach access. Deadline to submit a Letter of Interest is July 10, 2019.

Pompano Beach CRA in Florida Seeks Master Developer for Downtown and Innovation District

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The City of Pompano Beach and Pompano Beach CRA have issued a Request for Letters of Interest (RLI) for a Master Developer for the City's Downtown and Innovation District. The South Florida municipality has undergone a tremendous transformation during the past few years, and the creation of a dense urban downtown is the next redevelopment goal.

Democrat Deon D. Jenkins Announces 2020 Run for President on Platform of Reparations

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Deon D. Jenkins, also known as grass roots hip hop organizer Alpha Leo, announced today that he has filed with the Federal Elections Commission (FEC) as a Democratic Presidential Candidate in California, for the 2020 election.

Commonwealth Energy Jobs Will Be Easier to Find for Virginians After Enactment of HB2008 / SB1348

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Energy sector jobs will be easier to find following Governor Northam's approval of HB2008 / SB1348 earlier this year. The legislation creates a 17th Energy Career Cluster in the state's education system, says the Virginia Energy Workforce Consortium. An Energy Career Cluster will introduce students to career opportunities in energy and focus their education on the jobs needed to meet the industry's growing workforce needs.