Latest news releases for Abilene, TX from PRWeb 2009-11-19T01:00:45Z http://www.prweb.com/images_v4/prweb_logo_hv2.jpg PRWeb xml@emediawire.com http://www.prweb.com/msaatom10/ $lastmod POPULAR, Inc. (POPULAR) is a grassroots legal reform organization named after the acronym for Power Over Poverty Under Laws of America Reformed. As its first year anniversary approaches, the group celebrates by publicizing its first report card on the Criminal Section of the Civil Rights Division for the U. S. Department of Justice (DOJ). The division section got high grades for good manners but “incompletes” and an “F” in substantive performance areas as well as an “F” for persistence due to its limited prosecutions of 18 U.S.C. sections 241 and 242 violations. (PRWeb Nov 19, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3225324.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3225324.htm $lastmod Major project failures are nothing new. However, compared with private sector projects, government-funded projects have much worse performance in terms of cost and schedule predictability. If the historical pattern is followed, it could result in the loss of millions in stimulus funds. IPA’s Front-End Loading (FEL) Index can help federal agencies avoid such losses by helping them identify and then select the projects that are truly ready to move forward. (PRWeb Nov 18, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/Stimulus-Construction/prweb3223314.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/Stimulus-Construction/prweb3223314.htm $lastmod The law firm of Hissey Kientz, LLP (http://www.hkllp.com/) wishes to alert veterans of the United States Navy or Merchant Marine that they may be at risk of developing mesothelioma or other diseases as a result of asbestos exposure suffered during their time in the military. Until the mid-1970s, many vessels used by the United States Navy (http://www.hkllp.com/mesothelioma-and-asbestos/us-navy-asbestos-exposure/) or Merchant Marine were outfitted with parts or equipment containing asbestos. As a result, veterans who served in the United States Navy or Merchant Marine during World War II, the Korean War or the Vietnam War may have been put at risk of developing asbestosis, lung cancer, mesothelioma or other diseases linked to asbestos exposure. (PRWeb Oct 28, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/navy_veterans/asbestos_exposure/prweb3118834.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/navy_veterans/asbestos_exposure/prweb3118834.htm $lastmod CarInsuranceQuote.net offers tips to drive safely in the new fall season. By following these guidelines, people can avoid unsafe situations, reduce accidents, and get the cheapest car insurance. (PRWeb Sep 27, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2951794.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2951794.htm $lastmod Prominent New York City dentist offers opinion on dental implants (http://www.drlinhart.com/implants.html) (PRWeb Sep 24, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/dentistry/implants/prweb2937364.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/dentistry/implants/prweb2937364.htm $lastmod The 2010 Toyota Tundra recently received a perfect five-star rating on the NHTSA’s safety test. CarInsuranceQuote.net answers: When the NHTSA doles out its stars, does this affect a car insurance quote? Buyers should be aware of what can make a vehicle go from expensive to cheap car insurance and what to consider when purchasing a car to get affordable car insurance. (PRWeb Sep 21, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2915314.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2915314.htm $lastmod As President Barack Obama gears up for his plan to blanket the airwaves on Sunday morning, entrepreneurs wonder whether he will discuss health insurance for self employed people. SelfEmployedHealthNetwork.com, a website committed to helping people find self employed health insurance, offers information on the administration’s proposal so far and a source to find affordable medical insurance. (PRWeb Sep 20, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2913244.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2913244.htm $lastmod Abiding by safety laws that have recently been set in place by various states could help drivers obtain a cheaper car insurance quote. Many of these recently enforced laws focus on cell phone use and texting while driving. CarInsuranceQuote.net discusses the new act and points out how drivers can get cheaper vehicle insurance. (PRWeb Sep 18, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2905614.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2905614.htm $lastmod President Barack Obama rallied organized labor in Ohio to back his health insurance overhaul, but some owners are still unsure of the details for small business health insurance and self employed health insurance. The Small Business Health Insurance Network, sbhi.net, offers information and a way for entrepreneurs to find individual and group health insurance quotes. (PRWeb Sep 17, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2899564.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2899564.htm $lastmod Accelerated Real Estate Solutions is Conducting a Live Real Estate Auction in this Texas Real Estate Land Auction Event for 190 acres. (PRWeb Sep 17, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2896844.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2896844.htm $lastmod Big banks, including U.S. Bancorp, Wells Fargo and Fifth Third, are stepping into the payday cash advance arena. According to PaydayAdvance.org, an online payday advance website, the move is viewed as positive and negative by easy payday advance lenders. (PRWeb Sep 15, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2884634.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2884634.htm $lastmod Critics of President Obama's family health insurance overhaul gather at the Capitol to denounce the plan. FamilyHealthInsurance.net believes the arguments are without justification and feels people need affordable family health insurance. (PRWeb Sep 13, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2875364.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2875364.htm $lastmod The latest study from the research group Phoenix Marketing International of financial advisor opinions on the US economic outlook shows mixed results. FinancialAdvisor.net offers suggestions on how individuals can determine their best financial planning moves with a financial planner. (PRWeb Sep 11, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2865924.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2865924.htm $lastmod President Barack Obama addressed many issues in his health care reform proposal in his address to the nation yesterday. However, questions still remain about short term health insurance and whether getting temporary health insurance quotes is a viable option while waiting for a public option. TemporaryInsuranceQuotes.com offers the latest information on President Obama’s proposal and information on where consumers can find temporary insurance quotes. (PRWeb Sep 10, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2855574.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2855574.htm $lastmod October is second to only June as the most popular month to get married. With October just around the corner, BestManSpeeches.net offers some do’s and don’ts when delivering a best man speech. (PRWeb Sep 5, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2800704.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2800704.htm $lastmod As the school year gets started, some teens are gearing up to get behind the wheel – many for the first time. Since first time drivers are among the riskiest to insure, it can be difficult to find cheap car insurance. However, DiscountCarInsurance.org offers some tips on how parents can find discount car insurance for their teen drivers. (PRWeb Sep 4, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2800674.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2800674.htm $lastmod It looks like Internet Phone Service has come of Age, MyPhoneService.net offers tips for Internet Phone (Voip) over the traditional landline. (PRWeb Sep 2, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2801034.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/09/prweb2801034.htm $lastmod This decade has seen its share of booms and busts. There is a common pattern with each, starting with cash today and ending with a life lesson. CashToday.org warns against risky investments and paying for them with a cash advance or payday loan. (PRWeb Aug 31, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/08/prweb2800834.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/08/prweb2800834.htm $lastmod The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety are looking to make testing more rigorous for vehicles to receive top safety ratings. Since auto insurers determine rates based on risk, consumers looking for a car insurance quote may find it more difficult to obtain cheap car insurance. CarInsuranceQuote.net gives the latest details and offers a way to find cheap car insurance. (PRWeb Aug 30, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/08/prweb2800784.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/08/prweb2800784.htm $lastmod Senior Living Specialists provides assisted living placement services to help families in the Dallas-Fort Worth area find long-term senior care for a loved one, at no cost to the families. (PRWeb Aug 20, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/assisted-living-dallas/senior-living-specialists/prweb2589894.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/assisted-living-dallas/senior-living-specialists/prweb2589894.htm $lastmod A revolutionary and explosive new auction site that is taking the country by storm offering consumers big bargains for pennies on the dollar is now giving bidders a chance to score a $1,000 back to school shopping spree for 1 cent! In celebration of 1,000 auctions and happy bidders, DFWBID.com looks to ease the pain of penny pinching parents this school year. (PRWeb Aug 7, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/08/prweb2722024.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/08/prweb2722024.htm $lastmod With a focus on customer service, exceptional accommodations, competitive rates and the overall guest experience, the Marriott Residence Inn in Temple, Texas has received a prestigious top ten ranking among all Residence Inn properties worldwide. (PRWeb Aug 7, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/08/prweb2728374.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/08/prweb2728374.htm $lastmod TopTenRealEstateDeals.com is a new independent website offering exciting and unique Top 10 lists of today's best deals on real estate for sale. Their current featured market addition is Houston, Texas. (PRWeb Jul 22, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/top_ten_real_estate_deals/top_10_Houston/prweb2666514.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/top_ten_real_estate_deals/top_10_Houston/prweb2666514.htm $lastmod The Texas Department of State Health Services has chosen Firestorm Solutions LLC to conduct a series of workshops on Mass Fatalities Incident Response. The training is scheduled in Abilene, Wichita Falls, Hurst (Tarrant County) and Dallas during late September and early October. Invited participants include all emergency first responders, planners, public officials, community leaders, healthcare providers, information officers, and local volunteer and faith-based organizations. (PRWeb Jul 22, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/07/prweb2664884.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/07/prweb2664884.htm $lastmod Company's Big Texas Sun Club® will Soon Choose 2010 Recipients (PRWeb Jul 16, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Green_Mountain_Energy/Texas/prweb2646274.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/Green_Mountain_Energy/Texas/prweb2646274.htm $lastmod New York City Dentist (http://www.drlinhart.com) Dr. Jan Linhart reveals health benefits of orthodontics (http://www.drlinhart.com/drzaidi.html) (PRWeb Jun 26, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/06/prweb2548024.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/06/prweb2548024.htm $lastmod Bounce Energy Announces Another Rate Decrease for Current Customers and a New Set of Electricity Plans to Help Texans Combat Summer Energy Prices (PRWeb Jun 10, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/texas-electricity/texas-electric-company/prweb2513674.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/texas-electricity/texas-electric-company/prweb2513674.htm $lastmod Texas State Technical College's virtual college (vTSTC) in Second Life announces the first known student to graduate from a certificate program taken entirely in a virtual environment. Julie Shannan graduated with a certificate in digital media on Wednesday, May 6, 2009. (PRWeb May 18, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/TSTC/virtual_education/prweb2419874.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/TSTC/virtual_education/prweb2419874.htm $lastmod I need this published please (PRWeb May 18, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/05/prweb2434134.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/05/prweb2434134.htm $lastmod A revolutionary new method of fabric design and custom t shirts now puts design license in consumers' hands. New beading technique and iDesign software by CustomTCouture allows users to customize and personalize their closets. (PRWeb May 13, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/05/prweb2401814.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/05/prweb2401814.htm $lastmod Solar array donation Green Mountain's first in West Texas (PRWeb May 9, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/05/prweb2403444.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/05/prweb2403444.htm $lastmod Manhattan dentist (http://www.drlinhart.com) Dr. Jan Linhart and wife Ellen honored for generous contribution to New York University College of Dentistry (PRWeb May 6, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/05/prweb2390284.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/05/prweb2390284.htm $lastmod Sailing Rules (http://www.ukhalsey.com/RulesQuiz/quiz_list.asp) Instruction is now a Google gadget and can be placed on any website. (PRWeb May 6, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/05/prweb2391024.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/05/prweb2391024.htm $lastmod Bounce Energy updates their Mover-centric Express Move electricity plan and creates the new Summer Shield plan for help protect consumers against high electricity bills. (PRWeb May 6, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/05/prweb2393444.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/05/prweb2393444.htm $lastmod Artisan Group™ has added members, product offerings such as Heritage Wood™ and a specialty dealer program with Kohler®. (PRWeb Apr 24, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Artisan_Group/Artisan_Stone_Collection/prweb2349894.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/Artisan_Group/Artisan_Stone_Collection/prweb2349894.htm $lastmod Renowned dentist develops unique aloe vera toothpaste (http://www.pearlinbrite.com) with flouride, featuring natural ingredients (PRWeb Apr 23, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/04/prweb2351554.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/04/prweb2351554.htm $lastmod Bounce Energy sees Earth Day as a perfect event to provide money saving opportunities to consumers. (PRWeb Apr 2, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/04/prweb2292684.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/04/prweb2292684.htm $lastmod Lauren Engineers & Constructors recently signed a contract with Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) as the engineering, procurement and construction contractor for a new 75 MW Concentrated Solar Power Plant located near Indiantown, FL. (PRWeb Mar 27, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Concentrated_Solar_Power/Lauren/prweb2271214.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/Concentrated_Solar_Power/Lauren/prweb2271214.htm $lastmod American Finasco, Inc located in Conroe, TX held its Annual Corporate Awards Banquet February 7, 2009. This annual event is given to appreciate and recognize the top employees of American Finasco, Inc. Many of the top experts in Commercial Debt Management were in attendance for this fun and celebratory event. (PRWeb Mar 25, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/03/prweb2263634.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/03/prweb2263634.htm $lastmod ElectricityTexas.com Helping Texans Shop for Lower-Cost Electricity Service (PRWeb Mar 11, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/whitefence/texas-electricity-service/prweb2213044.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/whitefence/texas-electricity-service/prweb2213044.htm