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ONTARIO, Calif., March 5, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — With flames bearing down on their home from the catastrophic Palisades fire, Andrew Grinsfelder found no water coming to their house to save it from destruction. Disregarding his safety, he and his mother went through their neighborhood to assist others. For these acts, he has been recognized with the Maglite-Tough Civilian Hero Award.

SEATTLE, Wash., March 5, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — From acclaimed author Sophia Kouidou-Giles comes “Circle of Peace: A Greek Tale of Perse’s Great Hall” (She Writes Press – March 11, 2025 – ISBN: 978-1647428488 | $17.97. E-ISBN: 978-1647428495 | $12.99) Distributed by Simon & Schuster), a stunning standalone novel that offers a captivating blend of history, drama, and timeless human emotion to illuminate the untold story of Perse, Circe’s mother and the formidable wife of the sun god Helios.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 5, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — “The Self•ish Servant: Inspirational Lessons from a Visionary CEO to Create Extra-Ordinary Life” (ISBN: 978-1964377537 [ebook]; 978-1964377520 [paperback]; 978-1964377544 [hardcover] Legacy Launch Pad Publishing), chronicles the remarkable journey of Antonio McBroom from rural North Carolina to award-winning CEO, presenting an innovative framework for leadership that combines self-development with servant leadership principles.

SAN DIEGO, Calif., March 4, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — ShelfLife (GetShelfLife.com) and author Alex Strathdee today announced the release of “Before The Bestseller: Your Proven Path to Book Sales Without Wasting Time & Money” (ISBN: 979-8890792631), the ultimate playbook for nonfiction authors seeking to boost book sales, build an audience, and create a bestseller that never stops selling. This book pulls back the curtain on how the top authors of today such as James Clear of “Atomic Habits” sold over 20 Million copies.

NEW YORK, N.Y., March 4, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The trails are calling, and StarknightMT is answering with its Spring Adventures Sale! From March 7 to 21, 2025, experience the thrill of unbeatable deals on high-quality UTV parts and accessories. Enjoy a 14% discount sitewide on orders over $99 and discover even deeper discounts of up to 30% on select products. Get ready to elevate your off-road experience with StarknightMT. [UPDATED]

BERKELEY, Calif., March 4, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Every year, California-based Ethical Traveler reviews the world’s developing nations for their commitment to human rights, social welfare, environmental protection, and animal welfare. The ten destinations showing the most impressive progress are honored with “Best Ethical Destinations” Awards. These worthy countries, many of which are island nations, stand to benefit greatly from our travel dollars.

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla., March 4, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Industrial SalesLeads has published the February 2025 report on planned capital project spending in the Food and Beverage industry. Research identified a total of 48 new industrial projects within the sector. The Firm monitors planned industrial capital project activity across North America, including new plant construction, facility expansions, and major equipment modernization initiatives.

CENTREVILLE, Va., March 4, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Avenu Insights and Analytics today announces the launch of its innovative cloud-native Public Records Management System, which is setting a new standard for efficiency, security, and adaptability in state and local government operations. As one of several SaaS solutions on its GovInsights platform, Avenu | Records empowers clerks and recorders with seamless integrated credit card processing, robust data protection, and comprehensive tools for cashiering, imaging, indexing, redaction, and search – ensuring full compliance with statutory and business requirements.

IRVINE, Calif., March 4, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Cloudvirga, a leading provider of digital mortgage point-of-sale platforms, today announced Cloudvirga’s Horizon Retail POS integration using Encompass Partner Connect, the latest API framework for mortgage technology from Intercontinental Exchange (ICE). This modern framework enables industry participants to integrate to ICE solutions and provide their services to loan originators and servicers through secure API-enabled technology.

WINNIPEG, Saskatchewan, March 4, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Fantasy lovers and epic world-building enthusiasts have a new saga to explore in “Harbinger” (ISBN: 978-1998454334; Tellwell Talent), the latest novel by Niah Bach. This spellbinding tale of prophecy, betrayal, and forbidden love takes readers deep into the mystical realm of Praetoria, where the fate of an empire hangs in the balance.

LAKE ZURICH, Ill., March 3, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Dovenmuehle Mortgage, Inc. (DMI), a leading mortgage subservicing company, announced today that Fannie Mae has once again recognized the company with their Servicer Total Achievement and Rewards™ (STAR™) Servicer Award for outstanding servicing performance during the 2024 program year. This honor marks the fourth time Fannie Mae has recognized DMI for servicing excellence.

BOULDER, Colo., March 3, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Floify, the mortgage industry’s leading point-of-sale (POS) solution, today announced Dynamic Apps, a no-code feature that lets lenders tailor loan applications based on loan type. By eliminating irrelevant questions, Dynamic Apps shapes the home financing journey to borrowers’ unique goals while helping lenders accelerate approvals, improve application completion rates and maintain regulatory compliance.

DALLAS, Texas, March 3, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Stack Sports, the world’s largest provider of sports management solutions, celebrates another year of innovation, growth, and impactful partnerships in 2024. As the trusted partner to over 50 million users worldwide, Stack Sports remains steadfast in its mission to grow participation and transform the sports experience through cutting-edge technology and partner-focused solutions.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 28, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — LocaChange is thrilled to announce the launch of the Pokémon GO Spotlight Contest, an exciting new event that invites Pokémon GO players worldwide to share their most epic in-game moments for a chance to win amazing rewards. This Pokemon Go event is designed to celebrate the creativity and passion of the Pokémon GO community while showcasing the power of LocaChange’s innovative new features, PoGo Search and PoGo Atlas, to enhance the gaming experience.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 27, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Collins College of Hospitality Management at Cal Poly Pomona recently hosted an extraordinary fundraising event featuring a complete 26-year vertical tasting of Robert Mondavi Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon spanning 1982-2007. The exceptional experience, hosted at the prestigious Jonathan Club in Los Angeles, celebrated the College’s long-standing relationship with the Mondavi family while offering guests a rare opportunity to appreciate California wine history through the lens of hospitality education.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 27, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Dr. Kyle Daigle, renowned chiropractor and functional neurologist, has treated patients from 56 countries at his NeuroSolution Center. Now, he’s sharing his innovative approach to autism care in his new book “Finding Their Voice: A Revolutionary Approach to Autism Care” (ISBN: 979-8-9878019-9-4 [ebook]; 979-8-9925854-0-7 [paperback]). The book is being re-launched by Elevate Press.

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Feb. 27, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology, today announced the release of Atlas, an artificial intelligence (AI) advisor now available within the MCTlive! platform. Atlas serves as a virtual capital markets expert and high-quality educational resource for MCT’s mortgage lender clients. With this launch, effective February 10, 2025, MCT continues its tradition of innovation in secondary marketing technology.

ATLANTA, Ga., Feb. 27, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry’s leading technology for connecting homebuyers with homebuyer assistance programs, today announced that it has been named the 2025 ICE Innovation Technology Partner of the Year by Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (ICE), a leading global provider of data, technology and market infrastructure.

DALLAS, Texas, Feb. 26, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — ProNotary, a leader in remote online notarization (RON) technology, is pleased to announce its participation in the ABA Tech Show 2025, taking place April 2-5, 2025, in Chicago. The event, a premier legal technology conference, will bring together industry leaders, law firms, and tech innovators to explore the latest advancements in legal tech.

CHICAGO, Ill., Feb. 26, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Casino Party Planners, the premier provider of luxury casino night experiences in Illinois and Indiana, is proud to celebrate its 15th anniversary of delivering unmatched entertainment, professional service, and authentic Vegas-style casino events. Since its founding, the company has become the #1 choice for corporate events, fundraisers, and private celebrations, bringing high-end casino experiences to thousands of satisfied clients.

SIOUX CITY, Iowa, Feb. 26, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Prosper Direct Health and Aesthetics, a leading provider of innovative health and aesthetic services, is proud to be recognized as a community favorite in Sioux City. Dedicated to enhancing wellness through a holistic approach, Prosper Direct Health and Aesthetics offers a range of personalized services designed to promote health, beauty, and overall well-being.

PHOENIX, Ariz., Feb. 26, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — TAG CXO is excited to announce Ken Starr as the newest addition to our comprehensive fractional advisory team. Starr is a global revenue acceleration leader who consistently exceeds multi-million-dollar quotas and customer retention metrics. Having held titles such as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO), Chief Sales Officer (CSO) and Chief Growth Officer (CGO), Ken is dedicated to building business.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 26, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Multi-award-winning filmmaker David Wittkower is in the final lap of completing “TEAM 28,” a high-octane documentary that takes audiences deep into the world of short track racing. The film follows the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of a dedicated grassroots team. “We are starting the editing process now,” Wittkower said, “but we’re looking to raise funds to finish the film.”

MESA, Ariz., Feb. 26, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy Education Platform, today announced its partnership with ParentSquare, an award-winning unified school-home engagement platform for K-12 education. This partnership will facilitate smoother onboarding and integration for Synergy customers interested in using the ParentSquare platform to communicate with families for student success.

ATLANTA, Ga., Feb. 26, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry’s leading technology for connecting homebuyers with homebuyer assistance programs, announced today that it has honored Mosi Gatling of New American Funding (NAF) with the 2024 Beverly Faull Affordable Housing Leadership Award, and Skyler Lemons of Exit Strategy Realty with hits inaugural Emerging Leader Award.

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Feb. 25, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), a market leader in data intelligence and market insight tools for the mortgage and real estate industries, has been named to the 2025 HousingWire Tech100 Mortgage list, marking the company’s third consecutive year receiving this prestigious honor. The Tech100 Mortgage award recognizes the most innovative and impactful technology companies in the mortgage industry, highlighting solutions that drive efficiency, improve operations, and redefine what’s possible in housing.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 25, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Want to know how to find Pokémon in Pokémon GO without moving from the comfort of your home? You can spoof to the location of your choice and catch rare Pokémon without wasting time looking for them with PoGoskill V2.1.0.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 25, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Dr. Howard Zucker, who as a top official of the Centers for Disease Control and the World Health Organization, and New York State Health Commissioner, rigorously applied data to ensure that billions of people received the best possible care, announced the launch of “Docology,” a video podcast intended to deliver the most reliable, proven medical information directly to the public, and sound early warnings about impending public health problems. Zucker is teaming with former CNN/US president Jon Klein’s HANG Media to introduce a new twist to the popular podcast format: audience participation.

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., Feb. 24, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Hotdeals, a leading platform for savvy shoppers seeking discounts and deals, is excited to announce the launch of its new blog page, “More Saving Tips & Real Coupon Advice From Hotdeals.” The blog is designed to empower consumers with actionable strategies, expert insights, and insider knowledge to maximize savings and make smarter shopping decisions.

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Feb. 24, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), a leading network of mortgage lenders dedicated to innovation and collaboration, has released its latest Pulse of the Network report, offering key insights into the challenges and opportunities shaping the mortgage industry in 2025. The survey, conducted with decision-makers-including CEOs, COOs, and department heads from banks, credit unions, and independent mortgage banks (IMBs)-highlights how lenders are preparing for a shifting market landscape.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 24, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Your iPhone always knows your location. Sometimes, this can be a problem, especially when you want privacy from family and friends, enjoy location-based apps, or play GPS-based games like Pokemon Go. If you want to learn how to spoof your location on iPhone, we’ve got the best solution for you in 2025. With tools like iMyFone AnyTo, you can safely and discreetly manipulate your iPhone’s GPS location without jailbreaking, enjoying more freedom with ease. [UPDATED]

DES MOINES, Iowa, Feb. 24, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Conterra Ag Capital has announced the January 2025 appointment of Jake Espenmiller as President and Chief Executive Officer, succeeding company founder Paul Erickson. Following a carefully planned and seamless 2-year succession strategy, this leadership transition marks a significant milestone for Conterra, reinforcing its commitment to providing innovative financial solutions to farmers, ranchers, and agribusinesses across the United States.

NEW YOK, N.Y., Feb. 21, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Digital forensics expert and thought-leader Robert B. Fried has announced the release of the third edition of his highly successful series of books, “Forensic Data Collections 2.0: A Selection of Trusted Digital Forensics Content” (ISBN: 979-8218603922). With this new edition, Fried reaffirms his standing as a reliable authority in digital forensics, investigations, and eDiscovery, offering indispensable guidance for professionals tasked with safeguarding and analyzing electronic evidence amid rapidly developing technologies.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Feb. 20, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Renowned business strategist, corporate advisor, and economic empowerment advocate Dr. Velma Trayham, CEO, Black Chamber of Arizona, will take the stage at the A.G. Gaston Conference, joining an elite lineup of business leaders, innovators, and policymakers dedicated to fostering economic growth and sustainable success for minority entrepreneurs.

GARDEN GROVE, Calif., Feb. 20, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Informative Research, a premier technology provider delivering data-driven credit and verification solutions to the lending community, announced an enhancement to its integration with Freddie Mac’s Loan Product Advisor® (LPASM) asset and income modeler (AIM). This enhancement enables LPA to assess income and employment for eligibility of representation and warranty relief for lenders using AccountChek® for automated verification of income and employment (VOIE) across a broad range of supported payroll providers.

NEW ORLEANS, La., and LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 20, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — NFL Hall of Famer and Foundation for a Drug-Free World spokesperson Marshall Faulk returned to his roots at G.W. Carver High School in New Orleans, Louisiana, to unveil a powerful new mural in the school’s gymnasium. This was part of a week of activities before and during the Super Bowl.

KOWLOON, Hong Kong, Feb. 19, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — PromoCodie, a leading online coupon platform, has launched a new Google Chrome extension designed to simplify the way users find and apply coupon codes while shopping online. This innovative tool ensures that customers can automatically access the best discounts available without the hassle of manually searching for promo codes.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 19, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — HitPaw Edimakor, a leading AI-powered video editing software, has unleashed its highly-anticipated Mac update version 3.5.0 which is bringing a set of cutting-edge AI-based features. The update will redefine the content creation of videos, allowing people to unlock advanced audio editing, video editing, and productivity features. From AI-based Voice Cloning to advanced subtitle features, version 3.5.0 of Edimakor is making pro-level content creation easy and within your means like never before.

CEDAR PARK, Texas, Feb. 19, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Zeteo Biomedical LLC today announced the launch of its ZTech-P CygnusMR™ and CygnusSDX™ delivery devices, designed for precise, metered-unit dosing of dry powder drugs and biologics via systemic nasal and nose-to-brain administration. These innovative needle-free delivery systems provide pharmaceutical and biotech companies with advanced solutions to accelerate the development, clinical evaluation, and commercial deployment of dry powder nasal combination products for a broad range of therapeutic applications.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 18, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — HitPaw is preparing to integrate DeepSeek AI into HitPaw FotorPea, enhancing AI-powered image generation. With HitPaw FotorPea’s Upcoming Integration of DeepSeek AI, users can expect a more powerful and refined AI-driven image generation experience, setting new standards for creativity and precision.