U.S. Business News – including US-based business, entertainment, finance, health and medical, non-profit, public policy and technology news from US business, as issued by the Send2Press Newswire service.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 17, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In East Hollywood, CA, The Church of Scientology of Los Angeles welcomed more than 800 members of the Hollywood community for its 5th Annual Holiday Lighting Festival on L. Ron Hubbard Way, officially launching the 2025 holiday season with an evening of festive family fun.
| From: RMA (Redevelopment Management Associates)
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Dec. 17, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — RMA, a leading economic development firm, is proud to be part of the project team helmed by RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture (RVi) to update the West Tampa Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Redevelopment Plan. The plan update will focus on a redevelopment roadmap for the next 10 years and will identify community priorities, strategic opportunities, and economic partners to best execute the CRA’s goals, objectives, and policies.
| From: Legacy Launch Pad Publishing
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 17, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Gary Buechler is as well known for his pop culture commentary on shows like Piers Morgan as he is on YouTube and Rumble, where millions of fans flock to hear his every un-PC opinion. But few know the dark road he traveled to become a voice of nerd culture. Now, with “Waiting for Nerdrotic: From Prison to YouTube” (ISBN: 978-1964377261; Legacy Launch Pad Publishing), Buechler is sharing his story with the public at large.
| From: AgingIN
NEW ORLEANS, La., Dec. 17, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — With skilled nursing margins tightening, reimbursement uncertainty rising, and older adults wanting more personalized settings, nursing home and senior living operators are reassessing which care models will sustain both mission and market viability intact. AgingIN invites elder care leaders to the ReImagining Care Models conference for dynamic discussions on person-directed living, workforce culture, and operational design.
| From: Save Long Beach Island (Save LBI)
LONG BEACH ISLAND, N.J., Dec. 16, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Save Long Beach Island, Inc. (Save LBI), a grassroots organization dedicated to sound energy policies and preserving our shore and ocean environment, today released a science-backed research paper to support Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill’s stated goals of “making energy more affordable and reliable” and “driving New Jersey forward with economic development and innovation.”
| From: LenderLogix
BUFFALO, N.Y., Dec. 16, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — LenderLogix, a leading provider of mortgage point-of-sale and automation software for banks, credit unions, independent mortgage banks, and brokers, today announced LiteSpeed eSign, a fully native eSignature experience built into the LiteSpeed point of sale (POS) platform. Serving both sides of the mortgage process, LiteSpeed eSign enables lenders to tag and request documents for electronic signatures directly in Encompass without the need to switch platforms.
| From: The Mortgage Collaborative
SAN DIEGO, Calif., Dec. 16, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s leading independent cooperative network for mortgage lenders, today announced the launch of an individual subscription membership option that expands access to its network for mortgage professionals seeking connection, insight and peer engagement outside a traditional lender membership.
| From: ClearGivers
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Dec. 16, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — This holiday season, ClearGivers offers a new kind of giving experience, one that blends the joy of shopping with the purpose of philanthropy. Founded by Aisha Kumari, the innovative platform connects donors, local businesses, and charities in a seamless online marketplace designed to make generosity feel personal and immediate.
| From: Edupoint Educational Systems
MESA, Ariz., Dec. 15, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy Education Platform, today announced that Synergy Student Information Suite has been recognized as the winner of the Student Information System (SIS) category of the 5th annual Product of the Year Awards by THE Journal.
| From: The Industry Group
WESTMINSTER, Colo., Dec. 15, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — See and meet The Industry Group and Kiosk Association at National Retail Federation Big Show in NYC in January at Javits Center. Featured in the booth – Pyramid Computer – Kiosk and digital signage, NZ Technologies with rugged touchscreen which is touchless. Sitekiosk interactive software for kiosks and digital signage, DPL Wireless Connectivity, Pyramid printers, and Vispero with Accessibility.
| From: Curbell Plastics Inc.
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y., Dec. 15, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Curbell Plastics, Inc. has been named the authorized distributor of DuPont™ Vespel® Shapes for the Midwest. This expansion adds 11 states in the central and southern United States to Curbell’s previous territory that included 19 states in the Western U.S.
| From: Citizens Commission on Human Rights
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 15, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The two-hour documentary “Prescription for Violence: Psychiatry’s Deadly Side Effects” confronts a question long avoided: whether the rise in mass shootings, senseless violence, and suicides correlates with the dramatic increase in psychiatric drug use. The international mental health industry watchdog, Citizens Commission on Human Rights (CCHR), has released the documentary on its website, documenting how acts of mass violence have escalated to unprecedented levels.
| From: The Light Committee
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 15, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Light Committee, a photography studio that provides some of the best headshots in Los Angeles has earned the “People Love Us On Yelp” badge and an award from Three Best Rated for Commercial Photographer. Both awards were earned in 2025 and add to many other awards earned by the studio.
| From: Hillcrest
LA VERNE, Calif., Dec. 11, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The holiday season brings warmth and celebration for many, but it can also heighten feelings of loneliness, grief, and disconnection among older adults. Hillcrest, one of Southern California’s leading continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), is encouraging seniors and their families to approach the season with intention, compassion, and community-minded connection.
| From: VALUECOM
NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — As the Christmas season approaches, holiday shopping momentum across the United States continues to build. To support consumers seeking affordable options during this festive period, Valuecom, a leading online discount resource platform, has officially unveiled its 2025 Christmas Discounts Hub.
| From: HotDeals
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Dec. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — HotDeals, the trusted online destination for verified coupon codes and discounts, today announced the launch of its dedicated Christmas Savings Hub to help shoppers stretch their holiday budgets on gifts, travel, and everyday essentials.
| From: Citizens Commission on Human Rights
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Citizens Commission on Human Rights (CCHR) today announces the worldwide release of “Prescription for Violence: Psychiatry’s Deadly Side Effects,” a two-hour documentary presenting evidence connecting psychiatric drugs to incidents of violence, suicide, and self-harm. The documentary premieres internationally on Scientology Network at 8 p.m. ET/PT.
| From: RMA (Redevelopment Management Associates)
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Dec. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — RMA, a leading economic development firm, has been awarded a contract by the City of Coconut Creek to create a redevelopment plan for the City. The award-winning firm will establish a set of redevelopment strategies, evaluate city-owned vacant land, identify underused private properties ripe for redevelopment, and conduct a long-term financial analysis for the city.
| From: ViewTech Borescopes
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Dec. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In 2022, ViewTech Borescopes expanded its industry-leading product portfolio with the launch of the VJ-4 video borescope. Setting a new benchmark for portable inspection technology, the VJ-4 was engineered specifically for professional and industrial applications. The new platform introduced a range of advanced features and enhanced performance capabilities.
| From: ACES Quality Management
DENVER, Colo., Dec. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — ACES Quality Management#xae; (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, today announced the general availability of its latest innovation, ACES DATABRIDGE, which makes ACES customer data fully portable.
| From: FirstClose
AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — FirstClose™, a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, announced today a new partnership with Stewart Lender Services, a division of Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE: STC), that enhances FirstClose’s Order Management System (OMS) with expanded home equity fulfillment capabilities.
| From: Class Valuation
TROY, Mich., Dec. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Class Valuation, a leading real estate appraisal management company (AMC), announced today that Daniel A. Busch has joined the company as its chief financial officer (CFO). Busch brings more than two decades of financial leadership experience to the role, including extensive work in private equity environments, business transformation and data-driven operational performance.
| From: Optimal Blue
PLANO, Texas, Dec. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Optimal Blue today released its November 2025 Market Advantage mortgage data report, which found that total mortgage rate-lock activity declined with normal late fall seasonality, yet still marked the strongest November in four years. Total lock volume fell 25% month over month (MoM) from October but remained up 17% year over year (YoY), buoyed by historically strong refinance demand and mortgage rates holding near 6%.
| From: Citizens Commission on Human Rights
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 9, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The newly formed Stop ECT Coalition, representing hundreds of thousands of individuals, has launched a nationwide campaign urging review of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)’s 2018 rule on electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) devices. Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR) is among the organizations supporting the initiative, along with the Global Wellness Forum and Stand for Health Freedom.
| From: Optimal Blue
PLANO, Texas, Dec. 8, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Optimal Blue today announced the promotion of Lanny Rogers III, CPA, to chief financial officer (CFO) and Jeremy Moreno to chief revenue officer (CRO). Their combined experience and long track records of leadership position the company to advance its next stage of growth and client success with a dedicated financial strategy function and strengthened revenue oversight.
| From: StallPlus-Go
ST. LOUIS, Mo., Dec. 8, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Privacy concerns in public restrooms continue to grow, with 72% of Americans reporting discomfort due to visible gaps between stall doors and frames. Whether at work, school, restaurants, airports, or entertainment venues, restroom privacy has become a personal safety issue affecting millions every day. “Two hundred million people use a public restroom every week,” says Bob Kodner, president of StallPlus-Go.
| From: Tellwell Publishing
KISSIMMEE, Fla., Dec. 8, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Dr. MaryAnn Wilkey announces the release of her compassionate new children’s book, “Juny the Butterfly Boy: A Story of Loss and Love” (ISBN: 978-1779629081; released November 30 by Tellwell Publishing). Blending gentle fantasy with emotional truth, the book offers young readers and families an accessible way to understand grief, memory, and the lasting power of love.
| From: Informative Research
GARDEN GROVE, Calif., Dec. 8, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Informative Research (IR), a leading technology provider of data-driven credit and verification solutions for the lending industry, today announced that Software Developer Sriranjini “Sri” Prabhakara has been named to National Mortgage Professional Magazine’s 2025 40 Under 40 list. The annual recognition highlights emerging professionals whose work is helping shape the future of the mortgage sector.
| From: Floify
BOULDER, Colo., Dec. 8, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Floify, the mortgage industry’s leading point-of-sale (POS) solution, today announced that Head of Product Sydney Barber, 32, has been recognized by National Mortgage Professional magazine as one of its 2025 “40 Under 40” award winners. The award acknowledges rising leaders who are making a significant impact on the mortgage industry and is presented to each recipient only once.
| From: Down Payment Resource
ATLANTA, Ga., Dec. 8, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry’s leading technology for connecting homebuyers with homebuyer assistance programs, today announced that Tim Higginson, partner solutions specialist, has been named to National Mortgage Professional Magazine’s 40 Under 40 list for 2025.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 4, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — L. Ron Hubbard’s Winter Wonderland opened on the evening of November 30th, 2025, on Hollywood Boulevard, welcoming visitors from around the world to celebrate the holidays. Opening its doors on the night of the Hollywood Christmas Parade, with thousands lining the boulevard, families poured into Winter Wonderland eager to experience the magic of the iconic holiday set, the Church of Scientology Western US announced today.
| From: AgingIN
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Dec. 4, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — As the holidays bring moments of connection, AgingIN is recognizing the caregivers and elders who preserve the comfort and continuity of home in long-term care. AgingIN, home to THE GREEN HOUSE® Project and Pioneer Network, celebrates these families and the AgingIN-associated professional care teams that are built for person-directed living.
| From: Pillar To Post Home Inspectors
AVE MARIA, Fla., Dec. 4, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Nick and Joan Cerami announce their growing presence in Southwest Florida as owners of Pillar To Post Home Inspectors – the Cerami Team, marking the next chapter in a professional journey that has spanned four decades and two industries. After more than 30 years each in marketing and advertising – often working in tandem as client and agency partner, the couple now share business ownership.
| From: Industrial SalesLeads Inc
JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla., Dec. 4, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Industrial SalesLeads today announced the findings of its November 2025 report on planned capital project spending within the North American Industrial Manufacturing sector. The firm’s research, which tracks new plant construction, facility expansions, and significant equipment modernization, identified 154 new projects. Capital project activity remains stable, with 154 new projects in November, nearly matching the 155 projects tracked in October.
| From: FirstClose
AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 4, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — FirstClose™, a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, today announced the appointment of Alex Sirpis as vice president of sales. In this role, Sirpis will lead the company’s sales organization, refine the go-to-market strategy and drive revenue growth as FirstClose continues expanding its presence with mortgage and home equity lenders across the country.
| From: Dovenmuehle
LAKE ZURICH, Ill., Dec. 3, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Dovenmuehle Mortgage, Inc. (DMI), a leading mortgage subservicing company, announced today that Rivermark Community Credit Union has expanded its partnership with DMI. Under this expanded relationship, Dovenmuehle will provide subservicing for Rivermark’s growing portfolio of mortgage loans, supporting the credit union’s expanding membership base and ensuring an exceptional servicing experience for members.
| From: The Big Picture Mortgage Webcast
CLEVELAND, Ohio, Dec. 2, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Top mortgage industry webcast The Big Picture, broadcast live every Thursday at 3 p.m. ET, announced a December lineup of trailblazing figures in loan origination technology, real estate and housing finance advocacy. Co-hosted by mortgage business consultant and executive coach Rich Swerbinsky and capital markets authority Rob Chrisman.
| From: New Cadence Healthcare
LONG BEACH, Calif., Dec. 2, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — New Cadence Healthcare is excited to welcome Dr. Jasia Hu, M.D., who officially joined our team on December 1, 2025. A board-certified family medicine physician who has cared for the Long Beach community since 2010, Dr. Hu brings deep experience in preventive care, chronic disease management, and patient education.
| From: Pompano Beach Arts
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Dec. 2, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Pompano Beach Cultural Affairs Department, operating as Pompano Beach Arts, proudly announces the milestone “sapphire” 5th anniversary of Jazz Fest Pompano Beach, taking place Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19, 2026. Set along the city’s stunning shoreline, the festival once again brings two days of world-class performances, culinary delights, and community celebration – all free to the public. This event is set to rival the most notable Jazz Festivals in the county, with warm breezes, salted air and the vibes of sultry jazz.
| From: SecuGen Corporation
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Dec. 2, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — SecuGen, a leader in optical fingerprint biometrics, today announced it will integrate Precise Biometrics’ proven live-finger detection (LFD) technology into SecuGen’s next generation MOSIP L1 authentication device and the company’s upcoming UIDAI L1 Registered Device. The integration enhances the devices’ presentation attack detection (PAD) capabilities while preserving SecuGen’s high-quality imaging and operational performance.
