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Instant Expert: Upgrading Your Engagement Ring
Thu, 07 Aug 2008, 17:11:04 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOUSTON, Texas (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- We know you'd be happy with a twist tie as long as you're married to Mr. Right, but if your engagement ring isn't the fairy-tale bauble you've always dreamed of, consider trading up. Trading in your rock has become more popular than ever-from stone swapping to adding more bling to your existing ring. 'The trend with young adults is that they'll get a $10,000 ring, and a few years later, they'll want it to be larger,' explains Debi Wexler of WhiteFlash.

WhiteFlash.com Reaches Big 'O' Status in July
Fri, 18 Jul 2008, 18:20:10 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOUSTON, Texas, July 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Hot on the pages of Oprah's O Magazine July 2008 issue is a stunning diamond cuff bracelet by online jewelry sensation WhiteFlash.com. Wearing the bold piece in the July feature story 'Hello, Sexy!' was Judson O'Hair (page 196) a 41 year old technology sales executive who has admitted to loosing her sensual edge when it comes to style.

Paragon GPS Launches Child Abduction Awareness Campaign
Tue, 08 Jul 2008, 10:58:46 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
DALLAS, Texas, July 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Paragon GPS announces the launch of child abduction awareness campaign that plans to educate people about the gravity of child abduction in today's changing culture. Funding has been provided to Paragon GPS for this two-fold campaign which is first to educate and second, to develop products to assist in the aid of child safety.

Cbeyond, Inc. Achieves Positive Return on Investment with the QBOS Tradespace Management(TM) System
Tue, 01 Jul 2008, 10:20:44 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
DALLAS, Texas, July 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- QBOS, Inc., a leading developer and provider of innovative web based management solutions serving large and small businesses, today announced that Cbeyond Inc. has successfully launched its TradeSpace Management System to their nationwide Field Service Partner network.

Momentum Transport Launches Affiliate Program
Mon, 23 Jun 2008, 14:19:49 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOUSTON, Texas, June 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Momentum Transport announces the implementation of the Momentum Transport Affiliate Program, an initiative designed to enable affiliates to earn commissions through client referrals. From auto dealers to moving and storage companies, Momentum's goal is to establish relationships with business and individuals whose everyday operations deal with customers in need of vehicle transport.

South Texas Swimmers Reel in Gold and Silver Medals in Australia
Thu, 29 May 2008, 13:41:28 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Master of South Texas (MOST) swimmers, who recently competed in the XII FINA Master Swimmers' World Championship in Perth, Australia, returned home with an impressive record of seven gold and two silver medals. And HomeSwimmer, a stationary swimming system, played a key role in training for this important event.

CYNACON / OCuSOFT(R) Announces OCuSOFT(R) Lid Scrub(TM) PLUS Now Available in CVS Pharmacies
Wed, 28 May 2008, 01:05:25 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
RICHMOND, Texas, May 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CYNACON / OCuSOFT(R) (OCuSOFT(R), Inc.), a company specializing in ophthalmic research, development and supply to ophthalmologists and optometrists, is pleased to announce that as a convenience to all patients, OCuSOFT(R) Lid Scrub(TM) Plus is now available in CVS pharmacies, nationwide.

Title Data Settles Dispute with the Texas Attorney General
Fri, 16 May 2008, 15:34:18 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOUSTON, Texas, May 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Title Data, Inc. of Houston, Texas today announced the amicable resolution of an inquiry into its business model by the office of the Texas Attorney General. In December of 2005 the Texas Attorney General began an examination of Title Data to determine whether its method of operation of automated land title evidence plants constituted anticompetitive conduct.

DaveCo Awarded the Lockheed Martin Gold Supplier Trophy
Wed, 14 May 2008, 13:29:26 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
GARLAND, Texas, May 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- DaveCo Industries recently received their second supplier award from Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control. After initially being inducted into Preferred Supplier Program in 2003 at Silver status, Lockheed now recognizes DaveCo as a Gold status Preferred Supplier. Representatives from Lockheed visited DaveCo's facilities in Garland, TX and presented the award to the entire company.

This Year's Better Business Bureau Education Foundation Awards Welcomes a Newcomer into its Elite Ranks
Tue, 13 May 2008, 13:31:06 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOUSTON, Texas, May 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Momentum Transport - the nation's premier auto and freight transport provider - walked away from this year's event with the 2008 Winner of Distinction, the award presented in recognition of Momentum Transport's superior commitment to ethics, overall excellence, and quality in the workplace.

Prevent Identity Theft - Biometric Signature ID and QBOS Partner to Strengthen Online Identity Authentication
Tue, 13 May 2008, 08:35:23 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DALLAS, Texas, May 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Biometric Signature ID (BSI) and Quick Business Operating Systems (QBOS) today announced a strategic alliance that will enable BSI's dynamic biometric authentication and verification solutions to seamlessly operate within QBOS's Business Process Automation Suite of products.

Bantam Electronics(TM) Awarded JBM Electronics Compact Wireless Router Manufacturing
Mon, 12 May 2008, 11:02:57 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas, May 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bantam Electronics, Inc., a leading provider of high-mix electronics manufacturing services, including custom systems manufacturing and supply chain management for emerging OEM companies and electronic products, today announced a product manufacturing agreement with JBM Electronics. JBM is a leading provider of solutions that interface legacy protocol devices to modern LAN/WAN networks.

Unprecedented Confidence in Online Purchasing - The Sky's The Limit
Mon, 12 May 2008, 01:05:33 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOUSTON, Texas, May 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A decade ago, only the most risk-tolerant consumers would consider making diamond engagement ring purchases through online channels, says Whiteflash. In those early days, the internet was hailed as a revolutionary way to buy small-ticket items, but most wouldn't have dared to buy something as emotionally and financially significant as an engagement ring online.

Houston Breaks Out the Bubbly - Another Round for Tour de Champagne
Fri, 09 May 2008, 09:29:06 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOUSTON, Texas, May 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Last year's Tour de Champagne Houston was such a hit with local wine lovers that the event is back for round two! This spring, Tour de Champagne will once again bring together champagne from more than 20 prestigious champagne houses like Perrier Jouet, G.H. Mumm and Piper Heidsieck; cuisine from some of the city's most talented chefs and entertainment such as chef demonstrations and live music. It all takes place at the Hotel Derek on May 30.

Forty-Five Cattle Launches Website to Help Cattlemen Keep Quality Feed Prices Down
Sun, 27 Apr 2008, 18:11:43 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AMARILLO, Texas, April 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- This past winter cattle producers experienced record high prices, on the spot market, for supplemental feed. But cattlemen can rest assured that a new website from Forty-Five Cattle (www.feedsandfeeding.com) will provide decision making tools for contracting feed this fall.

Texas Freshman Football Player Faces Possible Amputation After Contacting Bacterial Meningitis
Fri, 11 Apr 2008, 16:44:30 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
FORT WORTH, Texas, April 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Andre Lampkin, L.D. Bell's 2007 Football Star contacted bacterial meningitis. He has been in the Intensive Care Unit since March 23,2008. The many blood clots that have formed in his limbs makes amputation a real possibility, says the Family of Andre Lampkin.

National Signing Day Alert - Southern Bleacher Lands Top Talent Pat Summerall
Fri, 04 Apr 2008, 11:05:16 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
GRAHAM, Texas, April 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- For years, Pat Summerall has provided analysis and color commentary for the premier talent from around the nation. Whether broadcasting 16 Super Bowls or providing in-depth analysis of top high school talent via his nationally syndicated Sports Stars of Tomorrow and Future Phenoms, Pat Summerall knows talent when he sees it.

Former Governor Jesse Ventura Says WTC Collapse a Controlled Demolition
Thu, 03 Apr 2008, 15:06:03 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas, April 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to an appearance on the Alex Jones Show, former Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura blasted the official 9/11 story - citing that evidence disproves the government's claims that jet fuel melted the Twin Towers' steel girders.

Financial Softworks, LLC Announces DashBook 1.0: New Small Publishing Tool Released to Industry
Wed, 02 Apr 2008, 15:08:22 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOUSTON, Texas, April 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today Financial Softworks, LLC announced the release of DashBook 1.0, Microsoft(R) Windows based software, expressly designed for small and medium sized publishers. According to founder Gregory Carrier, 'DashBook is focused on the idiosyncrasies of selling books.'

HCI International Austin Says Small Talk Counts When You Are Interviewing in a Competitive Environment
Tue, 18 Mar 2008, 15:30:21 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
AUSTIN, Texas, March 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HCI International Austin, a leading executive career management and marketing firm, says that small talk is essential during the first few minutes of the interview.

Perception Software Signs Partnership Agreement with Siemens PLM Software
Tue, 11 Mar 2008, 02:01:37 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas, March 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Perception Software today announced an agreement with Siemens PLM Software to integrate Perception's EDAConnect(TM) family of products with Siemens PLM Software's Teamcenter(R) product lifecycle management (PLM) software portfolio. As part of this agreement Perception Software will sell and support EDAConnect integrated directly with Teamcenter as a Siemens Solution Program PLM Software Partner. The product will be marketed as EDAConnect-Teamcenter.

Eliminate Laundry from the To-Do List: Laundry Limo Picks up and Delivers
Thu, 28 Feb 2008, 09:00:38 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
DALLAS, Texas, Feb. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The hamper is full, the kids are screaming and the phone is ringing. Who has time for laundry? Laundry Limo, LLC, serving the Dallas/Fort Worth area, has the answer and the time. With one phone call, or click of the mouse, laundry is picked up, processed and safely delivered back home.

Biometric Signature ID CEO Jeff Maynard to Speak on Identity Fraud Reduction Using Dynamic Biometrics at InnoTech San Antonio
Thu, 21 Feb 2008, 09:45:23 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DALLAS, Texas - Feb. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Biometric Signature ID (BSI) announces that its CEO, Jeff Maynard, will be a featured speaker at InnoTech, the Business & Technology Innovation Conference to take place at the Norris Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas. Mr. Maynard is scheduled to speak on Thursday March 6, 2007 at 8:30 a.m. on a very popular topic entitled 'Biometric Signatures for Identity Authentication and Reduction in Identity Fraud.'

Willie Nelson: Impeach Bush, 'Throw The Bastards Out'
Tue, 19 Feb 2008, 14:31:10 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas - Feb. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- American icon Willie Nelson says he supports efforts to impeach President Bush and 'throw the bastards out,' adding that the administration will do anything to stay in power, including staging an event to cancel the election. In his second appearance this month, Nelson told The Alex Jones Show today that he supported Dennis Kucinich's attempt to impeach Bush.

Titan Wood Announces Opening of Americas' Headquarters
Fri, 15 Feb 2008, 07:00:42 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
DALLAS, Texas - Feb. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Titan Wood has announced the official opening of its Americas' headquarters office in Dallas, Texas. The company's CEO and several other top executives will be based in Dallas. 'In light of demand throughout the Americas, we are pleased to be increasing our presence in the U.S.,' Willy Patterson-Brown, Chairman, Titan Wood, said.

New Internet Web Browser Enhancement Protects Kids from Predators and Harmful Content
Wed, 13 Feb 2008, 12:32:22 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DALLAS, Texas - Feb. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Kids are now safer while surfing the Web thanks to Zigback.com's Zigback Blocker. The Zigback Blocker is an Internet browser enhancement that creates a kid-friendly, condensed Internet by blocking millions of unverified, unknown, and potentially harmful and inappropriate web sites.

Willie Nelson: Twin Towers Were Imploded on 9/11
Tue, 05 Feb 2008, 14:41:22 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas - Feb. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Willie Nelson appeared Monday, February 4, 2008, on the nationally-syndicated Alex Jones Show in a ground breaking interview where the country music legend said the twin towers were imploded on 9/11. Nelson said he was not surprised by the recent revelations concerning the impartiality of the 9/11 Commission - namely Phillip Zelikow, who has close ties to the Bush Administration.

Biometric Signature ID Announces Teaming Agreement with Zolon Tech for U.S. Dept of State
Wed, 23 Jan 2008, 15:12:30 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DALLAS, Texas - Jan. 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Biometric Signature ID (BSI) CEO Jeff Maynard announces it has signed a teaming agreement to become a member of a team led by Zolon Tech, Inc. of Sterling, Virginia that was recently awarded a prime contract for the U.S. Department of State's Hybrid Information Technology Support Services (HITSS) program. Through the HITSS contract, this team will support the State Department's mission at headquarters and field offices throughout the United States and internationally.

deverus, Inc. Presents the Background Screening Industry with an Indispensable I-9 Data Verification Automation
Fri, 11 Jan 2008, 10:21:11 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas - Jan. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- deverus, the leader in background screening technology, has recently released one of the latest must-haves in the industry, I-9 verification automation. For those companies that want to stay in compliance with ever-changing laws and regulations, I-9 data verification automation is essential.

The Eleventh Commandment, A Novel (Second Edition)
Fri, 04 Jan 2008, 12:36:23 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
HURST, Texas - Jan. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- AMDAS, INC. announces the release of 'The Eleventh Commandment-A Novel' - Second Edition (ISBN: 978-0-595-40050-8), by Abraham B. Medina. The characters and the story, dialogue in this novel, and incidents within the story are fiction but the introduction, names of politicians, scientists, journalists, and theologians whose works are cited, and the Further Reading feature at the end of the novel are non-fiction.

deverus, Inc. Partners with eScreen Inc. to Offer First and Only Instrumented Instant Drug Testing Device to Clients
Fri, 04 Jan 2008, 11:28:55 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas - Jan. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- deverus, Inc., the leader in background screening technology, recently announced a partnership with eScreen Inc., a company known for its innovative drug screening technology. After comparing different providers, deverus found that no one could match the selection and quality of products that eScreen had to offer. Through eScreen, deverus will now provide clients with technology that creates a web-based system that delivers faster drug test results and paperless transactions.

Bantam Electronics(SM) Adds Engineering Design and NPI Services, Increasing Focus on Accelerating Customer Time to Market
Fri, 14 Dec 2007, 09:29:22 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas - Dec. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bantam Electronics, Inc., a leading provider of high mix electronics manufacturing services, including custom systems manufacturing and supply chain management for emerging OEM companies and electronic products, today announced the addition of engineering design and new product integration (NPI) services to its customer offering.

Christmas Tree Shopping Relief Now Available for California Residents Only
Tue, 27 Nov 2007, 09:29:13 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DALLAS, Texas - Nov. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ChristmasTreeForMe, LLC, announces the 'Christmas Comes Early For California' Event. Just in time for the holiday season, Californians can save 5-percent on a best-selling artificial Christmas tree. Historically speaking, it's rare to see a special discount on such a popular tree in what is typically the busiest week of Christmas tree sales.

Free Overnight Shipping, Diamond Trade-Up and 10-Percent Setting Discount at Whiteflash
Mon, 26 Nov 2007, 10:16:44 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOUSTON, Texas - Nov. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Whiteflash.com, hailed by Kiplinger's magazine as 'Lord of the Online Rings,' is offering free shipping, a no-hassle refund period and an unmatched lifetime trade-up on diamonds to holiday shoppers, in addition to a rare 10-percent off any setting with the purchase of a diamond: 'More and more people are buying online,' says Debi Wexler, CEO of Whiteflash.

A Book with a Theme Song?
Tue, 13 Nov 2007, 08:32:46 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DALLAS, Texas - Nov. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- It's not a song book or a singing book, though technologically possible, but buyers of the new novella anthology, 'The Pilgrimage & Dark Spaces: Collected short works of fictional drama' (ISBN: 9780978713003), are asked to broaden their reading experience with a little original music accompaniment. The book written by Randy Doyle Hazlett and newly released by Christian Artist's Workshop directs readership to contemporary music extras.

Perception Software's EDA Integration Software to be Offered Through Oracle
Mon, 12 Nov 2007, 09:41:02 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas - Nov. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Perception Software announced today the availability of EDAConnect as part of Oracle's Agile PLM solutions. Oracle will offer EDAConnect through its worldwide sales force, as well as provide product support through its worldwide support center.

Texas Strikes it Rich in Ivories with Baldwin's Million Dollar Piano Expo
Wed, 07 Nov 2007, 16:15:57 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DALLAS, Texas - Nov. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Have you ever seen a piano worth One Million Dollars? You'll have your chance Wednesday November 14, 2007 through Friday November 16, 2007, at the Piano Gallery in Dallas, and on Saturday November 17, 2007 when international pianist and Baldwin Artist LOMASCOLA plays one of the world's most expensive and rare pianos at the Casa Manana Theatre in Fort Worth, Texas.

SAS International Dallas Explains How Jobseekers Sabotage Their Chances at Interviews
Wed, 07 Nov 2007, 08:22:04 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DALLAS, Texas - Oct. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SAS International Dallas, a leading executive career management and marketing firm, states that inadequate preparation is the main way jobseekers ruin their chances at interviews. Too many jobseekers write wonderful resumes and then blow it during the interview.

HCI International Austin Says Research Pays Dividends When Negotiating Your Salary
Wed, 07 Nov 2007, 07:19:15 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas - Nov. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HCI International Austin, a leading executive career management and marketing firm, says that most jobseekers commit serious errors at their first interview for a new position that ruin their chances of later negotiating a good salary.

Wham Bang Comics Debuts Two-Fisted Adventures #1
Tue, 06 Nov 2007, 07:43:31 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LAKE WORTH, Texas - Nov. 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Thirteen-year-old Jake Tinsley will realize a lifelong dream this week when a character he invented as a young boy debuts in a new comic book published by Galveston-based Wham Bang Comics. The 50-page book houses Jake's comic, Night Owl, and three other titles.

Bantam Recognized in 2007 Inc. 5000
Mon, 05 Nov 2007, 12:34:22 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. and AUSTIN, Texas - Nov. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Inc. recognized Bantam Electronics, Inc., a leading provider of high mix electronics manufacturing services for emerging companies, on its inaugural Inc. 5,000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in the country. The Inc. 5,000, an extension of Inc. magazine's annual Inc. 500 list, catches many businesses that are too big to grow at the pace required to make the Inc. 500.

According to TCMI Houston it is Essential to be Prepared for a Phone Interview
Thu, 25 Oct 2007, 23:30:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOUSTON, Texas - Oct. 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Prospective employers often use phone screenings to determine who gets through the door for an in-person interview. In a competitive employment market, job seekers need to know just how important a phone call can be. According to TCMI Houston, a leading executive career management and marketing firm, any contact with a potential employer is an opportunity to make a positive or negative impression.

DaveCo Industries Drives it Home with New Stake Driving Tool Line
Tue, 23 Oct 2007, 15:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
GARLAND, Texas - Oct. 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- DaveCo Industries recently entered into an agreement to acquire the The Striker(TM) product line from Simmons Tool LLC. The deal gives DaveCo all rights to manufacture and market the innovative stake driving tools both domestically and abroad. Dealers are currently being established in the U.S. and Canada, while international channels are also under development.

CrossLink Media and Fellowship of Christian Athletes Partner to Deliver Mobile Content and Services to Membership Base
Tue, 16 Oct 2007, 16:38:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
SAN ANTONIO, Texas - Oct. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CrossLink Media, an interactive mobile software provider, today announced an exclusive mobile partnership with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), America's largest sports ministry, impacting all levels of sports and sports enthusiasts everywhere. CrossLink Media's proprietary software platform will allow FCA to communicate with its membership anytime, anywhere via wireless phone.

DaveCo Achieves AS9100 Certification
Tue, 16 Oct 2007, 15:59:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
GARLAND, Texas - Oct. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- DaveCo Industries recently demonstrated its commitment to quality and continuous improvement by achieving certification to AS9100, which has been adopted as the quality standard for the Aerospace Industry. Shortly after the recent certification audit of DaveCo's management system and processes, the company received an audit score of 98.3. DaveCo is now officially certified to AS9100 and ISO 9001:2000.

OCuSOFT Refutes Comparison Time-Kill Study Released by Advanced Vision Research
Thu, 11 Oct 2007, 20:58:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
RICHMOND, Texas - Oct. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- OCuSOFT Inc., producer of the popular ocular-lid hygiene products, OCuSOFT(R) Lid Scrub(TM) and OCuSOFT(R) Lid Scrub(TM) PLUS, is responding to a recent advertisement released by Advanced Vision Research (AVR) that was found to be misleading.

Biometric Signature ID Launches its Biometric Signature and Gesture Technology Called BioSig-ID(TM) Authentication Products at 2007 InnoTech Austin
Tue, 02 Oct 2007, 23:43:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
DALLAS, Texas - Oct. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Biometric Signature ID (BSI) announces that CEO, Jeffrey Maynard, will be a speaker at 2007 InnoTech Austin, the Business & Technology Innovation Conference & Expo to take place at the Austin Convention Center. Mr. Maynard will speak Thursday, October 11.

CYNACON/OCuSOFT (OCuSOFT, Inc.) Names Katherine M. Mastrota, M.S., O.D. to Medical Scientific Advisory Board
Tue, 02 Oct 2007, 18:50:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
RICHMOND, Texas - Oct. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CYNACON / OCuSOFT (OCuSOFT, Inc.), a company specializing in ophthalmic research, development and supply to ophthalmologists and optometrists, is pleased to announce the appointment of Katherine Mastrota, M.S., O.D., to its Optometric Scientific Advisory Board.

deverus Launches enterpriseMX, the Newest Version of Their Advanced Background Check Technology Software
Mon, 01 Oct 2007, 23:58:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
AUSTIN, Texas (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- deverus, Inc. today unveiled its newest ziptuit software version, enterpriseMX, the most complete software solution specifically addressing the dynamic needs of the background check industry. enterpriseMX is deverus' most significant new software version release in over 7 years. MX is the result of deep industry insight, technology expertise, and proven ability to execute and innovate.

Spirit Drilling and Completion Fluids Expands to Rockies, Renames Dynamic Drilling Fluids Operations
Fri, 28 Sep 2007, 15:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOUSTON, Texas and DENVER, Colo. - Sept. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Spirit Drilling and Completion Fluids announced today that Dynamic Drilling Fluids of Denver, Co. will combine with the company, expanding Spirit's operations into the Rocky Mountain region. The company will be renamed Spirit Drilling and Completion Fluids, LTD and will be a key component in Spirit's expansion.

A&A Screening Solutions Pulls Ahead of The Competition in the Background Screening Industry by Utilizing deverus' New MX Advance Software Solution
Wed, 26 Sep 2007, 15:33:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas - Sept. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- deverus Inc., the leader in background screening technology, today announced the signing of the first client onto the MX Advance version of their newest and most innovative software for background screening, enterpriseMX. After being on the ZipTuit platform with deverus for the past 3 years, A&A Screening Solutions will now be operating on enterpriseMX Advance and will benefit in many ways from the numerous strategic features included in this system.

The City of Bedford Announces ARToberFest
Wed, 19 Sep 2007, 22:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
BEDFORD, Texas - Sept. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Join the City of Bedford, the Wolf 99.5 and KLUV 98.7 on October 6 and 7 for the Artoberfest Art and Music Festival promising fun and entertainment for the entire family. The Festival features great concerts with headliners Josh Gracin and Stoney Larue on Saturday and Everlife and Three Dog Night on Sunday, children's ARTventure area, InflataFun zone, delicious food, great art and a classic car show.

GEEP International and Techway Services Announce Joint Venture
Mon, 17 Sep 2007, 22:12:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DALLAS, Texas - Sept. 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Techway Services, Inc., Techway Service, Inc. of Dallas, Texas and GEEP International of Nevada have formed a joint venture company called GEEP Texas. The joint venture is part of GEEP International's plan to create the largest electronics recycling and End-of-Life (EOL) IT services companies in North America.

New Website Collects War Stories and Images from U.S. Overseas Troops
Tue, 11 Sep 2007, 04:01:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas - Sept. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The new website, From The Front (FromTheFront.org), takes viewers on a tour through the trenches and war camps by combining the soldier blog entries, videos, and images onto one site. From The Front, launched in July, aggregates real frontline experiences from thousands of troops stationed in military hotspots.

New Website Collects War Stories and Images from U.S. Overseas Troops
Tue, 11 Sep 2007, 04:01:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas - Sept. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The new website, From The Front (FromTheFront.org), takes viewers on a tour through the trenches and war camps by combining the soldier blog entries, videos, and images onto one site. From The Front, launched in July, aggregates real frontline experiences from thousands of troops stationed in military hotspots.

The Bride of Jesus Unveiled - New Book, You Are At The Time For Love, Released
Mon, 10 Sep 2007, 18:30:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LONGVIEW, Texas - Sept. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The world wants to know if Jesus had a bride named Mary Magdalene. The truth is, not only did he betroth her, he came to earth to purchase a bride, says author Mickey McNew. 'You Are At The Time For Love' (ISBN: 978-0-9797411-0-4) now reveals His bride. This book was written from a personal experience by the author.

Ark-La-Tex Energy Sells East Texas Oil & Gas Properties to Sojitz Energy Venture
Mon, 10 Sep 2007, 14:41:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOUSTON, Texas - Sept. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Lantana Oil & Gas Partners announced today that Ark-La-Tex Energy, LLC and its partners, including Pinkston Resources, have sold a package of oil and gas producing properties to Sojitz Energy Venture, Inc., an affiliate of Tokyo-based Sojitz Corporation, for approximately $79 Million US.

deverus, Inc. Presents a New, Revolutionary Integration Tool Kit for Background Check Companies
Fri, 07 Sep 2007, 22:27:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas - Sept. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- deverus, the leader in background screening technology, today announced that it is ready to launch the new must-have in the background screening industry: an integration tool kit. The new tool is part of the many valuable features of enterpriseMX, deverus' new software release.

Farthing West Promotes Six Sigma Mining Management with SigmaFlow at AIMEX
Thu, 30 Aug 2007, 17:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
SYDNEY, Australia and DALLAS, Texas - Aug. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Farthing West will highlight its Business Management for Mining Managers program during AIMEX 2007 - Asia Pacific's International Mining Exhibition. This training program, utilizing SigmaFlow's Best Practice Execution System(TM) software, is designed specifically for mining. It allows a mining business to have its people trained in practical business management applications.

Whiteflash on Cover of Bridal Guide
Tue, 28 Aug 2007, 17:51:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
HOUSTON, Texas - Aug. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Wearing an 'A Cut Above' hearts and arrows diamond valued at over $100,000, this month's Bridal Guide cover girl has every reason to smile. Her duchesse satin gown, embroidered with crystals and pearls is accompanied by sizzling marquise and brilliant-cut diamond earrings, a delicate three-stone diamond pendant and a sparkling bracelet with flower-shaped diamond clusters. The center stone is a blinding 5-carat round hearts and arrows masterpiece set in a platinum 'champaigne pave' setting which bubbles with diamonds.

CYNACON/OCuSOFT (OCuSOFT, Inc.) Names Edward J. Holland, M.D. to Medical Scientific Advisory Board
Wed, 15 Aug 2007, 18:57:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
RICHMOND, Texas - Aug. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CYNACON / OCuSOFT (OCuSOFT, Inc.), a company specializing in ophthalmic research, development and supply to ophthalmologists and optometrists, is pleased to announce the appointment of Edward J. Holland, M.D. to its Medical Scientific Advisory Board.

GICA Addresses Critical Gulf Coast Issues at Annual Convention
Mon, 13 Aug 2007, 21:21:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
FRIENDSWOOD, Texas - Aug. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The 102nd annual convention of the Gulf Intracoastal Canal Association will take place at the Wyndham New Orleans at Canal Place August 22-24, 2007. Special guests include Admiral Joel Whitehead, commander of the U.S. Coast Guard Eighth District; Steve Stockton, deputy director of Civil Works, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers; and Congressman Ted Poe, 2nd Congressional District of Texas.

Techway Services Impacting Supplier Diversity
Thu, 09 Aug 2007, 19:58:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
DALLAS, Texas - Aug. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Techway Services, Inc. was named to the 100 WBE's Impacting Supplier Diversity in 2007 by Women's Enterprise USA magazine. Techway Services growing profile among Supplier Diversity Managers is due largely to Techway's ability to successfully fulfill contracts, which is giving Diversity Managers the comfort level they need to champion Techway within their corporations.

deverus Receives HR-XML Re-Certification Based on Open Data Exchange Standards
Wed, 08 Aug 2007, 18:16:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
AUSTIN, Texas - Aug. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- deverus, the background check technology provider that creates customized solutions for background check companies, announces that is has received re-certification under the HR-XML Consortium's 'HRCertify' program. deverus first received certification in 2005 as one of the charter members of the program.

Ophthalmic Research and Development Company Launches Adjunctive Eyelid Therapy and Hygiene Product
Mon, 06 Aug 2007, 19:46:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
RICHMOND, Texas - Aug. 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CYNACON /OCuSOFT(R) (OCuSOFT, Inc.) specializes in ophthalmic research, development and supply to ophthalmologists and optometrists. They are excited to announce a new and innovative prescription-only ALODOX(R) Convenience Kit for adjunctive eyelid therapy and hygiene.

CYNACON/OCuSOFT (OCuSOFT, Inc.) Names Lawrence A. Yannuzzi, M.D. to Medical Scientific Advisory Board
Fri, 03 Aug 2007, 23:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
RICHMOND, Texas - Aug. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CYNACON / OCuSOFT (OCuSOFT, Inc.), a company specializing in ophthalmic research, development and supply to ophthalmologists and optometrists, today announced the appointment of Lawrence A. Yannuzzi, M.D. to its Medical Scientific Advisory Board.

Video Ad Marketplace Revolutionizes Internet Video Placement for Advertisers and Publishers
Wed, 01 Aug 2007, 16:40:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
AUSTIN, Texas - Aug. 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In its beta phase, Flvorful.com invites advertisers and publishers to try out a new and innovative Internet service that brings together the content of video publishers and matches them with the needs of advertisers.

deverus, Inc. Announces Partnership with Omni Data Retrieval
Mon, 30 Jul 2007, 15:19:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
AUSTIN, Texas - July 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- deverus, the leader in background screening technology, today announced a partnership with Omni Data Retrieval, a reliable source for nationwide criminal record researching. Omni's services will enhance deverus' already robust vendor network.

Recent FCC Ruling May Leave Consumers Exposed
Wed, 25 Jul 2007, 17:41:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
IRVING, Texas - July 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- More than one million consumers in the United States may be impacted when cellular carriers are no longer required to provide Advanced Mobile Phone System (AMPS) service to more than 26 million alarm systems. Because of the potential impact to security systems that rely on AMPS technology, the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA) is urging consumers to contact their alarm company to ensure continued response to intrusion, fire and/or medical alert alarms.

U.S. Internal Revenue Service selects SigmaFlow's Project Portfolio Management Solution for Lean Six Sigma
Mon, 23 Jul 2007, 17:05:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
DALLAS, Texas - July 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SigmaFlow, a leading provider of Best Practice Execution Software, today announced that The United States Internal Revenue Service's Wage & Investment Division has selected SigmaFlow's Project Portfolio Management Solution for Lean Six Sigma.

Business-to-Investor, Inc. Offers Free E-Proxy Web Sites for Publicly Traded Companies for 2007 Annual Meetings
Tue, 17 Jul 2007, 14:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
RICHARDSON, Texas - July 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Business-to-Investor, Inc. (B2I (R)), the leader in interactive web site solutions for publicly traded companies, announced today that it will provide free hosted E-Proxy solutions for the corporate web sites of publicly traded companies for their 2007 Annual Meetings under an initiative called 'My e-Proxy.'

deverus, Inc. Announces the Launch of Enhanced Sales Tools
Fri, 13 Jul 2007, 22:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas - July 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- deverus announced today the launch of their newest sales tools for its customers, the ExpressAccounts - They allow background screening prospects to quickly sign up, place live orders at an initially discounted rate, and track marketing campaign effectiveness. Not only can background check companies more fully demonstrate their capabilities to prospects, they can now better track target prospects and campaign effectiveness.

NBFAA Awards $20,000 in Scholarships to Children of Police, Fire Officials
Mon, 09 Jul 2007, 16:45:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
IRVING, Texas - July 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- There is nothing quite like seeing dreams come true, but that's just what happened recently thanks to the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA). Through the association's Youth Scholarship Program, NBFAA members awarded $20,000 in college scholarships to three children of police and fire officials.

CrossLink Media Retains Prevail Ventures
Thu, 21 Jun 2007, 17:25:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
SAN ANTONIO, Texas - June 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CrossLink Media, a software and services company who provides a complete suite of interactive mobile marketing applications, today announced a strategic alliance with Prevail Ventures, a leading advisor to early-stage, venture backed companies. CrossLink Media's proprietary software platform allows consumers, media companies and advertisers to effectively interact in real-time via the consumer's wireless phone.

Realty Austin Innovators Shape Agency for Success in Austin's Fast-moving Luxury Home Sales Market
Mon, 18 Jun 2007, 05:04:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
AUSTIN, Texas - June 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- One of the first things you notice about Jonathan and Yvette Boatwright is how genuinely cool they are. Owners of the fast-emerging luxury residential marketing organization Realty Austin, the Boatwrights are quintessential Austin A-listers, affable, intelligent, entrepreneurial and passionate about the business they run.

deverus, Inc. Launches LightSpeed Background Check Technology Performance Enhancement
Fri, 08 Jun 2007, 18:50:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
AUSTIN, Texas - June 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- deverus, inc., the leading provider of software, integration technology, and strategic services for the background screening industry, today announced the latest breakthrough in background technology with its new speed performance solution, called LightSpeed, geared towards dramatically improving end user web experiences while ordering background checks.

Combined Development Oil Co. Announces Positive Results for Louisiana State Trust #3 June 7th, 2007
Thu, 07 Jun 2007, 20:25:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
IRVING, Texas - June 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Combined Development Oil Co. is pleased to announce the successful drilling and completion of the Louisiana State Trust #3 well located in southern Louisiana. Based on seismic analysis and drilling logs, the estimated barrels of oil in place are 1,200,000 MMcf) BO and the estimated natural gas in place is 1-3 Billion Cubic Feet of Gas (BCF).

Infrastruct Security, Inc. Exceeds $20 Million Annual Revenue with New Round of Financing
Mon, 04 Jun 2007, 18:30:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
HOUSTON, Texas - June 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Infrastruct Security, Inc. announces that its latest round of financing has pushed the company over the $20 million mark and helped the company meet its initial business goals within its first year of operation. Part of the proceeds from this $3 million second round of financing were used to merge with Dowley Security, based in Oklahoma City.

deverus, Inc. Named one of Central Texas' Best Places to Work
Tue, 29 May 2007, 20:26:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas - May 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- deverus, the leader in background screening technology, today announced that it has been recognized by the Austin Business Journal for being one of the 2007 Best Places to Work in Central Texas. The Austin Business Journal holds the contest annually.

VA LOAN PROGRAM Leaves Benchmark Mortgage and Unites with First Community Bank
Wed, 23 May 2007, 17:30:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
PLANO, Texas - May 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- This unity will allow VA Loan Program to service all 50 states and add additional loan programs to their current product line. VA Loan Program is a national leader in providing VA Mortgages to veterans. VA Loan Program recently launched VALoanAssistant.com for online consumer research and online VA Loan Assistance.

Pitch Control TV Exposes the Best in Southern Hip Hop
Tue, 22 May 2007, 22:30:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
HOUSTON, Texas - May 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Pitch Control TV launches two new DVDs and announces a new and exciting Internet television show that is designed to entertain and entice Hip Hop music lovers, nationwide. Based in Houston, the focus is primarily on southern artists, but Pitch Control TV also showcases independent and major-label artists, coast-to-coast.

deverus, Inc. Announces the Launch of the TrueDocs Document Management Tool for the Background Check Process
Thu, 17 May 2007, 20:30:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
AUSTIN, Texas - May 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- deverus today announced the launch of their TrueDocs(TM) document management tool for the Ziptuit line of software. Combined with deverus' powerful zHire(TM) Applicant Tracking System and electronic consent, deverus continues to leverage technology and industry expertise to provide for a better and faster screening process.

New Economical and Innovative Plenum Rated, 2 Channel Mixer/Amplifier for Classrooms, Boardrooms, Conference and Training Rooms for Enhanced Audio
Thu, 10 May 2007, 19:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
DALLAS, Texas - May 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Roemtech, LLC has announced the availability of their innovative PlenumAmp (PMA-240). It is designed and approved for above-ceiling installations. It allows the end-user to have an audio amplification system that is easily concealed in commercial environments such as school classrooms and business meeting rooms.

Summer is Just around the Corner - So are Thieves; NBFAA Offers Tips for Home Security
Thu, 10 May 2007, 04:25:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
IRVING, Texas - May 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Nearly every 15 seconds a burglary is committed in the United States, and the busiest burglar season is summer. So before you pack that suitcase, board the family pet and say goodbye to everyday chores, make sure you've planned ways to keep your home and valuables safe. To help with that planning, the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA) offers these tips.

The CyberAngel(R) Rescues Stolen Laptop - Stolen Computer Recovered by The CyberAngel with Wi-Trac
Tue, 08 May 2007, 20:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
DALLAS, Texas - May 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CyberAngel(R) Security Solutions, Inc. (CSS, Inc.) has helped facilitate the recovery of another stolen laptop in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area. Recently, a businessman had his company computer stolen when his car was burglarized in Midlothian, TX. Fortunately, his company uses The CyberAngel(R) with Wi-Trac to encrypt and protect sensitive data.

EBAN Mass Data Destruction Software Selected by GEEP International
Tue, 08 May 2007, 17:30:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
DALLAS, Texas - May 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- GEEP International, one of North America's leading electronics recyclers, has chosen EBAN 2.0 for Mass Drive Wiping as their volume data overwriting utility. The deal is one of the largest licensing agreements yet for the developers of EBAN, Techway Services, and is expected to cover 400,000 hard-drives over the life of the agreement.

Win Diamond Earrings with 'The Waitress' from FOX-Searchlight and Whiteflash.com
Wed, 02 May 2007, 19:15:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
HOUSTON, Texas - May 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- When 'The Waitress' opens in theaters on May 2 the first 22,000 audience members will receive an exclusive coupon from online boutique Whiteflash.com. Movie-goers using that coupon are automatically eligible to win a pair of beautiful diamond stud earrings, valued at $1000. The grand prize winner will be randomly selected from eligible registrants on June 1.

MosaicTileSupplies.com Introduces New Virtual Mosaic Designer that Customizes Client Color
Mon, 30 Apr 2007, 17:24:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
HOUSTON, Texas - Apr. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mosaic Tile Supplies, LLC, a Texas-based producer and importer of high-quality mosaic tile, announces the addition of a new design tool - 'The Maximizer' - an online, Flash-based application that offers customers the ability to create custom mosaic tile blends for interior design and new building projects.

Thieves Beware - Alarm Systems Know What You're Up To
Fri, 20 Apr 2007, 18:26:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
IRVING, Texas - Apr. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) - The air was electric as central station operators at HSM Electronic Protection Services worked tirelessly to help police apprehend three would-be thieves that had broken into a customer's store. Their persistence and dedication to their customer was what earned HSM the 2007 First Line of Defense Award. The Award is presented annually by the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association in conjunction with SDM Magazine.

New Online Self Assessment Program for Health Care Professionals
Tue, 17 Apr 2007, 14:30:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN ANTONIO, Texas - Apr. 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TheAcademy.com, provider of the web based Athena Learning Management System and the American Society for Parenteral & Enteral Nutrition (A.S.P.E.N.) announce the release of A.S.P.E.N.'s new online Self Assessment program for nutrition support therapy.

deverus, Inc. Announces ESS as their 2006 Client of the Year
Fri, 13 Apr 2007, 20:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
AUSTIN, Texas - Apr. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- deverus today announced Employment Screening Services (ESS) as the Client of the Year for 2006. This high honor is announced annually and is based on growth, innovation, and industry leadership. ESS's formula for success is simple: they leverage technology and focus on delivering the right screening products to HR, and then back it by great customer service.

Is Sober Cool? asks BuzzFree Prom
Thu, 12 Apr 2007, 20:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
DALLAS, Texas - Apr. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- How do you make staying sober 'cool' during America's biggest teen party season? BuzzFree Prom, part of a cause-marketing effort dedicated to teen safety and responsible behavior, announces its successful third year of offering safe alternatives to substance abuse and driving. BuzzFree is taking off in markets across the country, including Colorado, where BuzzFree is endorsed by the State PTA.

Creative Successes Push Innovative MDS Advertising to Ranking Among Austin's Top 12 Ad Agencies
Tue, 10 Apr 2007, 14:30:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
AUSTIN, Texas - Apr. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- High-performance MDS Advertising is among Austin's top dozen creative ad agencies according to results announced Friday in the Austin Business Journal ranking of the top 25 advertising firms in Austin. MDS has been a creative secret weapon for its clients since 1991 when MDS moved to Austin from Los Angeles.

Mass Hard-Drive Wiping Software Now Available for Computer Recyclers
Thu, 05 Apr 2007, 15:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
DALLAS, Texas - Apr. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Techway Services, Inc. announces the availability of EBAN (Enterprise Boot & Nuke) mass hard-drive wiping software for computer recyclers. EBAN was developed for Techway Services by Toronto based software engineer Darik Horn, the developer of the highly popular and effective DBAN (Darik's Boot & Nuke) data destruction software.

Leading Transportation Industry Executive Explores Leadership Lessons - New Book Designed as Business Tool
Mon, 02 Apr 2007, 16:30:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DALLAS, Texas - Apr. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Leadership inspiration is easy to find, says author Bill Webb, but difficult to apply. Webb offers practical leadership tips and motivation in his new book 'Igniting the Blue Flame: Answering the Call to Leadership' (ISBN-13 978-0-9791445-0-9). Webb's search for transformational ideas became the roots for The Blue Flame Project.

Popular Houston Radio Morning Show Host Releases New CD Under Alter-Ego Mista Madd
Mon, 26 Mar 2007, 18:18:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOUSTON, Texas - Mar. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Paid in Full Entertainment, Inc. releases on Tuesday the new CD from DJ / artist Mista Madd which is being distributed by Memphis based Select-o-Hits distribution. The new CD covers various topics and features Houston notables Paul Wall, Slim Thug, HAWK, Lil Flip, Chamillionaire, Shei Atkins and others.

Perception Software Announces the Release of SymXpert(TM)
Mon, 26 Mar 2007, 15:42:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
AUSTIN, Texas - Mar. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Perception Software today announced the general release of SymXpert, an EDA librarian application designed to accelerate the creation of high pin count device symbols for any EDA environment. Enabled by proprietary intelligent content extraction technology, SymXpert quickly and automatically imports graphical and text data from PDF data sheets.

Win a Diamond Ring from Whiteflash and FOX
Fri, 23 Mar 2007, 20:43:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
HOUSTON, Texas - Mar. 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Some lucky author will win a dazzling 1 carat 'A Cut Above' princess diamond engagement ring from online boutique Whiteflash.com in an ongoing promotion celebrating the new FOX series The Wedding Bells. 'The Perfect Proposal Sweepstakes' is accepting romantic proposal ideas of 500 words or less through April 17. The author of the most original, romantic and fun submission will receive this beautiful prize, valued at $5000.

New Book About the Evolution of Payments from Paper to Electronic, Driven by Check 21 and the New Reign of E-Payments
Mon, 19 Mar 2007, 16:45:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DALLAS, Texas - Mar. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- JDP Enterprises Publishing (Linx Payment Systems LLC) announces release of 'Surfing Payment Channels' (ISBN 978-0-9788698-0-9), a new book produced by payments expert, James D. Pitts. The book focuses on changes in the payments system as it evolves from paper to paperless.

Winners 'Dig for Diamonds' in Cakes in a FOX/Whiteflash Promotion
Fri, 16 Mar 2007, 02:28:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
HOUSTON, Texas - Mar. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A lucky winner screamed with delight as she uncovered a dazzling three-carat 'A Cut Above' Princess cut diamond (The most visually balanced(TM) diamond in the world) set in a platinum Champaigne setting. 33 other winners dug through wedding cakes to find one-carat 'Expert Selection' diamond rings from online boutique Whiteflash.com.

GAINSCO Auto Insurance Drives into New Mexico
Thu, 15 Mar 2007, 17:45:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DALLAS, Texas - Mar. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Beginning today, New Mexico drivers will have access to high-quality, low-cost auto insurance from one of the nation's fastest-growing insurance carriers, GAINSCO Auto Insurance (AMEX:GAN), which insures drivers across the Southern United States.

HireSuite to Appear on Alexander Haig's 21st Century Business TV Series - Featured on Bravo and CNBC Networks
Tue, 27 Feb 2007, 16:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
HOUSTON, Texas - Feb. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Intelli-Source, LLC announces the appearance of HireSuite on '21st Century Business' hosted by General Alexander Haig. In an ever shrinking labor market, competition is heating up among organizations looking to hire the best talent. HireSuite is regulating the rising temperature by offering a complete line of HR solutions and exceeding all expectations.

NBFAA Doubles Funding for Youth Scholarship Program
Wed, 21 Feb 2007, 19:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
IRVING, Texas - Feb. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA) has announced that the association has doubled funding of its national Youth Scholarship Program to $20,000. Winners of the national awards will receive $10,000 for first place, $7,500 for second place and $2,500 for third place.

Images in Chocolate Ups the Ante with Custom Chocolate Poker Chips
Tue, 20 Feb 2007, 02:22:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOUSTON, Texas - Feb. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Specialty chocolatier, Images in Chocolate, today announced the first custom imprinted chocolate poker chip available in the U.S. marketplace. For the first time, casinos, hotels, and Las Vegas trade show exhibitors among others, can increase their corporate brand awareness using these 1-1/2" diameter, 100-percent Belgian chocolate promotional items.

deverus, Inc. Unveils New Product Website Detailing the Ziptuit Product Line
Thu, 15 Feb 2007, 17:56:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
AUSTIN, Texas - Feb. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- deverus today announced their new product website for the diverse Ziptuit product line. The site is devoted to the various platforms available and offers detailed comparisons designed to help prospective clients decide which level is right for their business needs.

deverus, Inc. Announces the Launch of the eSigScreen(TM) Electronic Background Check Consent Tool for the VeroHire Recruiting System
Tue, 13 Feb 2007, 18:05:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
AUSTIN, Texas - Feb. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- deverus today launched the eSigScreen(TM) electronic consent to background check tool for the VeroHire Recruiting system. The electronic consent process provides four key benefits to the employer and background check companies.

deverus Instant Advantage is now Offering Integrated Tenant Screening through NBD's National RegistryCHECK
Thu, 08 Feb 2007, 17:47:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas - Feb. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- deverus today announced their newest product in the deverus Instant Advantage program -- the deverus/NBD National RegistryCHECK Data Integration Service. This service allows consumers to place orders for national tenant screening - and receive results instantly.

SaberData, Ltd. Announces SaberWire Data Transfer Cable for Vista
Wed, 31 Jan 2007, 21:30:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
AUSTIN, Texas - Jan. 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SaberData, Ltd., the leader in one step PC Migration, announced the availability of its SaberWire USB data transfer cable that works with Microsoft's Vista operating system. The cable is ideal for transferring data between computers without the need for a network.

Techway Services Receives WBE Rising Star Award
Tue, 30 Jan 2007, 14:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DALLAS, Texas - Jan. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Techway Services, Inc. received the 2007 Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) Rising Star Award from the Women's Business Council - Southwest (WBCS). The award was presented Jan. 23 at the WBCS' 11th Annual Parade of Stars Awards Gala.

Techway Services Launches Channel Partner Program
Mon, 22 Jan 2007, 15:33:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DALLAS, Texas - Jan. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Techway Services, Inc., a leading provider of electronic data destruction services and computer recycling solutions, today introduced its new channel partner program for value-added resellers (VARs) and independent service providers (SPs).

Non-Surgical Treatment Targets Fat and Improves Body Contour
Fri, 19 Jan 2007, 15:46:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
HOUSTON, Texas - Jan. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Celestial Skin International announces their corporate addition of LipoDissolve, a non-surgical, cosmetic, medical treatment that has been proven to eliminate unwanted fat for good. Seymour M. Weaver, III, M.D., founder of Celestial Skin, an aesthetic treatment center, has clearly earned his reputation as one of Houston's most-respected cosmetic dermatologists.

'Hearts & Arrows' Diamonds are A Cut Above on Valentine's Day
Wed, 10 Jan 2007, 00:11:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
HOUSTON, Texas - Jan. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Like true love, a diamond is forever, and online boutique Whiteflash.com offers a specialized round brilliant that's perfect for Valentine's Day. 'Hearts & Arrows' diamonds are cut so precisely that facet reflections overlap; creating distinct heart and arrow patterns when seen through a special viewer.

Dreams of Africa - Diamonds for Life: Not Blood
Tue, 12 Dec 2006, 21:34:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
HOUSTON, Texas - Dec. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The movie 'Blood Diamond' opened last week, shocking holiday shoppers with explicit violence. Set amidst chaos and civil war in 1990s Africa, it will raise questions about diamonds being purchased this holiday season. One Texas company has answers. Whiteflash.com, an Internet boutique specializing in top quality diamonds, has established a program called Dreams of Africa, where 100 percent of the profit from sales of a conflict-free line of jewelry is going to help victims of conflict diamonds.

SaberData, Ltd. Rolls Out PC Personality Clone PC Migration Product
Tue, 12 Dec 2006, 20:50:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
AUSTIN, Texas - Dec. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SaberData, Ltd., an emerging provider of PC migration solutions, announced PC Personality Clone, a new product designed to allow consumers and small business owners to easily migrate application data, settings, and more from one PC to another. Consumers face the hassle of transferring data from an old computer when a new one is purchased. The process of securely and efficiently transferring information can be problematic and the procedures complex.

Southern Bleacher Wins Renovation Contract for Historic Cotton Bowl
Mon, 04 Dec 2006, 14:15:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
DALLAS, Texas - Dec. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Southern Bleacher Company, based in Graham, Texas, is excited to announce that they recently won the Request for Proposals from Heery International, Inc. to be a subcontractor in the undertaking of the renovation of the historic 75-year old Cotton Bowl Stadium at Fair Park in Dallas.

How to Have a Safe and Sound Holiday Season
Mon, 04 Dec 2006, 15:08:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
IRVING, Texas - Dec. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With the holiday season approaching, most Americans turn their thoughts to home, family and friends. To make sure that you stay safe and sound this holiday season, the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA) offers numerous home safety and security tips.

Infrastruct Security Grows through Two Strategic Business Transactions
Thu, 30 Nov 2006, 20:25:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
HOUSTON, Texas - Nov. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Infrastruct Security, Inc. acquires Monarch Security and purchased the systems and the service account base from Kimmons Security Services. The leading critical infrastructure and convergent security solutions integrator on the Gulf Coast, Infrastruct Security continues to expand its presence.

'X-Rated' Cuts: Considering the 'X-Factor' this Holiday Shopping Season
Wed, 29 Nov 2006, 22:27:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOUSTON, Texas - Nov. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- November 27, known as 'Cyber-Monday' showed an unprecedented 26% increase over the same day last year as internet shoppers handed over $608 million to internet sellers, say the folks at Whiteflash.com. The modern shopping boom is accompanied by interest in modern products, at least in one area where a brand new diamond shape is receiving what we should call 'X-plosive' attention over its traditional counterparts.

WidowPC Offers New Core 2 Duo Gaming Laptop that Free 'Dell Hostages' from Overpriced Technology
Wed, 22 Nov 2006, 18:23:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- WidowPC, the industry's leading gaming laptop boutique announced today that they have launched a new Core 2 Duo gaming laptop that gives those seeking an alternative to mass produced laptops like the Dell(R) XPS M1710(TM) a solution. This gaming laptop sports the industry's fastest gaming video card, the fastest Core 2 Duo CPU and up to 4 GB of high performance DDR2 RAM at a record setting price of $2195 - more than $100 lower than Dell's price.

WidowPC Launches World's First PC Designed Specifically for World of Warcraft: The 'WoW Online Gaming PC'
Wed, 22 Nov 2006, 17:38:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- WidowPC, the industry's leading gaming computer boutique, launched the world's first gaming computer designed especially for World of Warcraft players. The PC hardware and software is optimized to play World of Warcraft at the best possible performance and detail. The new machine sports a new form of intelligent networking technology that greatly reduces that amount of lag experienced by the player in World of Warcraft and other massively multiplayer online (MMO) games.

SMU and Texas Almanac Re-Print 1936 Centennial Edition
Mon, 20 Nov 2006, 15:20:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
DALLAS, Texas - Nov. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Texas Almanac has partnered with the William P. Clements School of Southwest Studies at Southern Methodist University to reproduce their 1936 Centennial Edition. The exact facsimile reproduction of the 1936 almanac that celebrated the state's 100th year of independence includes a new introduction, foreword and table of contents.

deverus, Inc. Racks Up Another Industry First: the Vero Hire
Fri, 10 Nov 2006, 20:53:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas - Nov. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- deverus today unveiled its new, one of a kind service line, the Vero Hire. The Vero Hire is an on-demand, Web-based software application designed to help background check and employment screening companies deliver new and advanced services to help HR hire and retain productive employees.

deverus, Inc. Announces the Purchase of Clickable Software(TM) and its Applicant Tracking Assets from Fort Worth based 3Peaks Software Solutions
Fri, 10 Nov 2006, 14:51:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
AUSTIN, Texas - Nov. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- deverus, today announced it has acquired the Clickable Software(TM) assets of 3Peaks Software Solutions. With its market leading suite of applicant tracking products focused on the food industry, Clickable Software(TM) delivers world class applicant tracking and management solutions to Fortune 1000 companies.

Unique DVD Gift Brings Out the Star in You This Holiday Season
Wed, 08 Nov 2006, 21:44:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DALLAS, Texas - Nov. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Finding that perfect holiday gift for a loved one can be a difficult and often time consuming process. Millions of shoppers this holiday season find themselves in search of a unique gift that has a personal touch. Dallas based FunnyBit Studios' 'FunnyBio' product allows you to upload pictures of your friends, family or other loved ones and have a personalized DVD made of them featuring them as a movie star, superhero, or even a pop star.

Rockwell Automation Selects SigmaFlow's Best Practice Execution System for their PowerLean Initiative
Wed, 08 Nov 2006, 15:52:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
PLANO, Texas - Nov. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK), whose PowerLean program combines the strategies of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Total Productive Maintenance and Energy Management, has selected SigmaFlow's Best Practice Execution System for portfolio project management and implementation of PowerLean's best practice templates.

deverus, Inc. Announces the Purchase of Clickable Software and its Applicant Tracking Assets, Click and Hire, Click and Track and Click and Decide
Tue, 31 Oct 2006, 16:10:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
AUSTIN, Texas - Oct. 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- deverus, today announced it has acquired the Clickable Software assets of 3Peaks Software Solutions. With its market leading suite of applicant tracking products focused on the food industry, Clickable Software delivers world class applicant tracking and management solutions to Fortune 1000 companies.

Dallas Infertility Center Celebrates First IVF Babies
Fri, 27 Oct 2006, 17:21:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
DALLAS, Texas - Oct. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Sher Institute for Reproductive Medicine(SM) in Dallas (SIRM(TM)-Dallas) celebrated a milestone earlier this month as the first babies conceived through In Vitro Fertilization in its office were born. On October 2rd, Dallas residents Ellen and Barry Ford welcomed Jake and Emma - twins conceived with the help of Dr. Walid Saleh at SIRM-Dallas.

HotGigs Inc. Launches ContractCentral, Contract Workforce Management Solution
Wed, 25 Oct 2006, 16:28:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DALLAS, Texas - Oct. 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HotGigs Inc., an innovator in web-based staffing solutions, today announced ContractCentral(TM), a service that helps companies strategically manage their contingent workforce, reduce staffing costs and increase time-to-fill efficiency. ContractCentral automates the sourcing process and streamlines contract management and time invoicing across a company's preferred staffing vendor network.

Department of Labor Approves NBFAA National Apprenticeship Program
Mon, 23 Oct 2006, 15:56:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
IRVING, Texas - Oct. 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA) today announced that the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Apprenticeship (OA) has approved NBFAA's National Guidelines for Apprenticeship Standards for the occupation of Protective Signal Installer (Fire/Life Safety & Electronic Security Installer).

Perspectives on Suicide Bombing Forum Hosted by Gulf Coast Security Provider in October
Thu, 12 Oct 2006, 15:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOUSTON, Texas - Oct. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- MEDIA ADVISORY: Infrastruct Security, Inc. will host the security forum 'Perspectives on Suicide Bombing' on South Padre Island, Texas, from October 27-29, 2006. The three-day Forum, for security directors of large corporations in critical infrastructure and first responders, will feature prominent experts' input about how the next suicide bombing attack might affect your business.

Whiteflash and Lionsgate Films Congratulate Jessica Simpson with VIP Party for Her New Movie 'Employee of The Month'
Thu, 12 Oct 2006, 02:40:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
HOUSTON, Texas - Oct. 12, 2006 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Jessica Sim