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ArthroCare Sets New Standard in Modern Arthroscopy - Launches New Quantum(TM) Pump Arthroscopy System In Europe
AUSTIN, Texas-(Business Wire)-June 18, 2008 - ArthroCare(R) Corp. (NASDAQ: ARTC) announced today the European launch of its new Quantum(TM) Pump, the first intelligent arthroscopy system that provides all the features necessary to perform the demanding technical aspects of modern arthroscopic...
The Boomer Esiason Foundation Announces the 13th Annual Outback Steakhouse Empire Challenge
HEMPSTEAD, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-June 18, 2008 - For the thirteenth consecutive year, the brightest football talent from New York City and Long Island will be the centerpiece of a football extravaganza that will raise money and awareness to fight cystic fibrosis and support youth football in the...
French Olympic Swimmers Debut TYR Olympic Swimsuit
PARIS-(Business Wire)-June 18, 2008 - La Federation Francaise de Natation used a Paris pool deck as a fashion runway today and previewed the official 2008 French National Team's Olympic competition swimsuit. Designed and manufactured by TYR Sport, the technical swimsuit TYR Tracer Rise(TM...
Apprise Media Names Brent Diamond President and CEO of Its Action Pursuit Group Unit
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-June 18, 2008 - Apprise Media LLC, a leading investor in niche media and information companies, today announced that it has named Brent Diamond President and CEO of its Action Pursuit Group LLC (APG) unit. Diamond, 51, has more than 25 years of enthusiast media...
Cape Fear Yacht Works Pledges to Deliver Full Cooperation as the Investigation of the Capsizing of the Cynthia Woods Continues
HOUSTON, June 18 PRNewswire — As the investigation of the capsizing of the Cape Fear 38R Cynthia Woods continues, Cape Fear Yacht Works has pledged and is delivering its full cooperation with all local, state and federal investigative authorities. "First and foremost, our heartfelt...
Moog Selected to Provide Leading Edge Driving Simulator for Ferrari Formula 1
EAST AURORA, N.Y., June 18 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Moog Inc. (NYSE: MOG.A and MOG.B) announced today that Ferrari has placed an order for the engineering, design, development and deployment of a next-generation driving simulator to be located at Ferrari's headquarters in Maranello...
Northwest Run/Walk for Epilepsy - Spokane
Saturday event in Spokane benefits people living with seizures SPOKANE, Wash., June 18 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The Epilepsy Foundation Northwest announces the Northwest Run/Walk for Epilepsy to be held this Saturday, June 21 in Spokane at Riverfront Park near the Northbank Picnic area...
Nissan Named Official Sponsor of USA Track & Field (USATF), the USA National Track & Field Team, and the Eugene '08 Festival
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-June 18, 2008 - Nissan has been named the Official Sponsor of the 2008 USA National Track & Field Team and the Eugene '08 festival, held in conjunction with the U.S. National Team Championships, the largest national championship track meet in the world, to be held June...
NFL Defensive Tackle Albert Haynesworth, Along With Shoe Carnival, Will Host a Shoe Drive for Soles4Souls
NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 18 PRNewswire — Most of us have lots of shoes we no longer wear. According to one estimate, more than one billion pairs of shoes lay idle in American closets. Yet there are millions of people both here in the United States and around the world in desperate need...
Tankgrip : Mountable Handles for Sports Motorcycles on the Gasoline Tank for the Second Person to Hold on To
HOEGAARDEN, Belgium-(Business Wire)-June 18, 2008 - David Duerinckx from Hoegaarden, spent part of his life trying to break through with a product he created. He likes bikes and riding them was one of the pleasures of his life, but riding alone was not the thing he liked most. Every time he took a...
Clymer Introduces Its New Honda VTX1800 Series 2002-2008 Manual
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-June 18, 2008 - Penton Media's Clymer(R), publisher of the leading family of do-it-yourself repair manuals, today announced the addition of its all-new Honda VTX1800 2002-2008 Manual to its extensive line of repair manuals. The manual covers all aspects of Honda's popular...
Kanye West Announced as Grand Finale Performance for the Nike+ Human Race - the World's Largest One Day Running Event
BEAVERTON, Ore.-(Business Wire)-June 18, 2008 - Music takes center stage on the heels of the official registration opening for the Nike+ Human Race, the world's biggest one-day running event taking place on August 31, 2008. The race brings together the power of sport and music to inspire and connect...
Pioneering Solutions To Fight Staph, MRSA Infections in Sports Facilities and Synthetic Turf Fields
CLEVELAND, June 18 PRNewswire — In response to the growing number of Staph and MRSA cases in athletes, Pioneer Athletics has partnered with mPact Environmental Solutions to offer advanced antimicrobial solutions for sports facilities and synthetic turf fields. GamePlan4Sports is an...
Northwest Run/Walk for Epilepsy - Portland
Sunday event in Portland benefits people living with seizures PORTLAND, Oregon, June 18 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The Epilepsy Foundation Northwest announces the Northwest Run/Walk for Epilepsy to be held this Sunday, June 22 in Portland at Waterfront Park on the west side of the Morrison...
Wazoo Sports, Inc. Receives $2.0 Million to Expand Broadcast Network
LONDON, Ky.-(Business Wire)-June 18, 2008 - Wazoo Sports, Inc., a High School Sports Broadcast Network based in London, Kentucky, announced today it has received a $2.0 million equity funding commitment from Meritus Ventures, L.P. a London, Kentucky based venture capital fund. "We are delighted to...
Chase, USTA Make for an Exciting Match
WILMINGTON, Del.-(Business Wire)-June 18, 2008 - Tennis fans everywhere can get into the game on blue courts, grass, clay, turf and now on plastic. Chase Card Services, the credit card division of JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE:JPM), is partnering with the United States Tennis Association (USTA...
Northwest Run/Walk for Epilepsy - Seattle
Saturday event in Seattle benefits people living with seizures SEATTLE, June 18 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The Epilepsy Foundation Northwest announces its 6th Annual Northwest Run/Walk for Epilepsy to be held this Saturday, June 21 in Seattle at Green Lake Park near the Aqua Theatre...
Monster(R) 2008 All-Star Game Online Ballot Reaches 100 Million Votes in Record Fashion
NEW YORK, June 18 PRNewswire — Baseball fans' fervent energy for honoring the game's best players with a spot in the All-Star Game starting lineup continues to reach record levels as the Monster(R) 2008 All-Star Game Online Ballot on MLB.com, the official website of Major League...
2008 NAC Kids Olympics Celebrates the Achievements and Persevering Spirits of Hundreds of Children with Disabilities and Chronic Illnesses on Saturday, June 21, 2008 at Riverbank State Park
NEW YORK, June 18 PRNewswire — On June 21, 2008, New Alternatives for Children (NAC), a New York City-based child welfare agency exclusively serving children with severe disabilities and/or chronic illnesses, will hold its 3rd Annual NAC Kids Olympics at Riverbank State Park in Upper...
Largest Fly Fishing Educational Experience Lands in Whitefish, Montana
WHITEFISH, Mont., June 18 PRNewswire — Fly fishers from across the United States and world are uniting July 22-26 for the Federation of Fly Fishers (FFF) 43rd annual International Fly Fishing Show and Conclave in Whitefish, Montana, the premier event dedicated to the art and sport of...
Jingwei Implements an Interactive Wireless Campaign for China Circuit Championship, the Chinese Version of Formula 1
SHENZHEN, China-(Business Wire)-June 18, 2008 - Jingwei International Limited (OTC Bulletin Board: JNGW.OB) ("Jingwei" or the "Company"), one of China's leading technology services providers specializing in data mining and software, today announced that it has been selected by and has commenced a...
Western Maryland's Best Kept Secret for Village-Style Living, Ridgeview Valley, Announces Its Grand Opening
MCHENRY, Md., June 18 PRNewswire — Announcing the Grand Opening of Ridgeview Valley, the wonderful new village-style community just off Rt. 219 in McHenry, Garrett County, Maryland. This environmentally friendly, planned community is currently offering home sites beginning at...
Target and Activision Partner with Chip Ganassi Racing to Feature Guitar Hero: Aerosmith on No. 40 Dodge
CONCORD, N.C.-(Business Wire)-June 18, 2008 - Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates announced today it has partnered with Activision and its long-time sponsor Target(R) to feature the latest version of the Guitar Hero(R) series, Guitar Hero(R): Aerosmith(R), on Dario Franchitti's No. 40 Dodge in...
Brown Jordan International Hires Lazard to Explore Strategic Alternatives
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla.-(Business Wire)-June 18, 2008 - Brown Jordan International, the premier designer of luxury and upscale outdoor furnishings, today announced that its Board of Directors has decided to evaluate strategic alternatives for the Company, including a possible sale, and has retained...
2008 Wimbledon LIVE Demonstrates Continued Success for MediaZone in Online International Sports Coverage
SAN CARLOS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-June 18, 2008 - As more and more consumers turn to the Internet as a complementary medium to mainstream broadcasting or as a primary vehicle to watch hard to find events, MediaZone has seen strong momentum as a leader in broadband sports and entertainment video...
Gatorade National Girls Track & Field Athlete of the Year: Chanelle Price
EASTON, Pa., June 18 PRNewswire — In its third decade of honoring the nation's best high school athletes, The Gatorade Company, in partnership with RISE Magazine, today announced senior middle distance runner Chanelle Price of Easton Area High School (Easton, Pa.) as its 2007-08...
Caterpillar to Sponsor Jeff Burton and RCR's No. 31 Team in 2009
PEORIA, Ill., June 18 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) and Richard Childress Racing (RCR) have agreed to a multi-year partnership for the No. 31 Chevrolet driven by Jeff Burton beginning with the 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series season. Burton, a 20-time winner in NASCAR...
Lithium Technology Corporation Speeds Ahead With Advanced Race Car Battery
PLYMOUTH MEETING, Pa., June 18 PRNewswire-FirstCall — The Apollo supercar passed the finish line at the Nurburgring 24 hour race on May 24, 2008, running on electrical energy alone in front of 200,000 spectators, proving that hybrid technology does have a future in motor racing. The...
Mainstream Media and NASCAR Join Forces on 'Chase for the Cup'
CLEARWATER, Fla., June 18 PRNewswire — Mainstream Media International (MMI), a leading sports marketing and publishing company based in Clearwater, FL, will publish "Chase for the Cup," officially licensed by NASCAR. This perfect bound, high gloss publication will consist of...
Viva Vision, Sports Illustrated Forge Partnership to Expand Mobile Content Offerings
LOS ANGELES, June 18 PRNewswire — Viva Vision, a leading provider of mobile entertainment, today announced a strategic partnership with the Sports Illustrated Group to produce the SI Swimsuit slideshow, an application featuring Sports Illustrated models wearing designer swimwear in...
Outdoor Channel's 'This Land is Your Land Challenge' at NCTA Cable Show Raises $10,000 for Animal Rescue
TEMECULA, Calif., June 18 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Outdoor Channel, America's Leader in Outdoor TV, announced today that the network raised $10,000 to support Animal Rescue New Orleans (ARNO) as a result of NCTA Cable Show attendee participation in the "This Land is Your Land Challenge...
Intrepid Travel Announces New Antarctic Adventure from the Travel Lab
BOULDER, Colo., June 18 PRNewswire — Intrepid Travel's new research and development division, The Travel Lab, announces the launch of its new luxury Antarctic adventure: a visit to experience the land of the emperor penguin. The exploration of this region, once the sole domain of...
U.S. Army Soldier Olympians Kick-Off Road to Beijing in New York City With Times Square Fitness Challenge
NEW YORK, June 18 PRNewswire — The U.S. Army's Soldier Olympians hosted a friendly fitness challenge today at the Times Square Recruiting Station, kicking off the road to the 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing. The team of 11 Soldier athletes represents a core group of service men and...
Moorings Marina Renovates 32 Hotel Vacation Rentals in Carrabelle, Florida
CARRABELLE, Fla., June 18 PRNewswire — The Moorings Marina, noted for being in the center of some of the world's best fishing, is announcing the completion of 32 marina view hotel rooms. To launch the opening of the rooms, the Moorings is offering one free night for every 2 night's...
/C O R R E C T I O N -- Slipstream Sports, LLC/
In the news release, Slipstream Sports, LLC Signs Garmin as Title Sponsor as GPS Leader Gears up for Tour de France, issued earlier today by Slipstream Sports, LLC over PR Newswire, we are advised by a representative of the company to disregard the original correction. The time of the Webcast press...
/C O R R E C T I O N -- Slipstream Sports, LLC/
In the news release, Slipstream Sports, LLC Signs Garmin as Title Sponsor as GPS Leader Gears up for Tour de France, issued earlier today by Slipstream Sports, LLC over PR Newswire, we are advised by a representative of the company that the time of the Webcast press conference will be June 18, 2008...
Natural Nutrition Begins Exports of InterACTIVE Nutrition Brand Products to Pakistan
HOUSTON and OTTAWA, June 18 PRNewswire-FirstCall — InterACTIVE Nutrition International Inc., a subsidiary of Natural Nutrition Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: NTNI - News) www.naturalnutritioninc.com , has recently shipped its first order to Pakistan. The first order was shipped to Gilani...
Wheaties Honors NBA Champion Boston Celtics
BOSTON-(Business Wire)-June 18, 2008 - Wheaties will issue a special-edition commemorative package honoring the 2008 NBA Champion Boston Celtics following their victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in The Finals. The 15.6-ounce Celtics Wheaties box will be available nationally beginning in the next...
Chicago Sun-Times Announces It Has Extended Employment Contract of Prominent Sports Columnist Jay Mariotti
CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-June 17, 2008 - The Chicago Sun-Times announced today that it is extending the contract of award-winning columnist Jay Mariotti, one of the country's most prominent sports commentators. The announcement was made by Sun-Times Editor-in-Chief Michael Cooke. Mr. Mariotti's...
4,000 Athletes to Compete This Weekend in the Philadelphia Insurance Triathlon Presented By Suzuki
PHILADELPHIA-(Business Wire)-June 17, 2008 - More than 4,000 athletes from 27 states will swim, bike and run their way through Fairmount Park this weekend as the city welcomes back one of the top ranked multi-sport events in the country — The Philadelphia Insurance Triathlon presented by...
The Inaugural World Alliance of Mixed Martial Arts (WAMMA) World Heavyweight Championship Title Fight
NEW YORK, June 17 PRNewswire — WHAT: Announcement of WAMMA's inaugural World Heavyweight Championship Title bout between Fedor "The Last Emperor" Emelianenko in association with M-1 and Tim "Maine-iac" Sylvia at 'Affliction Banned' Event WHO: WAMMA WHEN: Saturday, July 19, 2008 9pm...
Quepasa.com Gives Soccer Fans a New Home With the Launch of the 'Alianza De Futbol' Community
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., June 17 PRNewswire-FirstCall — This week Quepasa.com 924-2835 SOURCE Quepasa Corporation
Should World Leaders Skip the Olympics?
ROCHESTER, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-May 21, 2008 - A new Financial Times / Harris Poll finds that a majority of adults in Germany (55%) and France (54%) believe their leaders, Angela Merkel and Nicolas Sarkozy, should not attend the opening ceremonies of the Olympics in China this summer. In addition...
Fortune Brands Live Webcast Advisory
DEERFIELD, Ill.-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE: FO), the company behind leading consumer brands including Jim Beam, Titleist and Moen, today announced that its May 29th presentation at the Sanford C. Bernstein Annual Strategic Decisions Conference will be available live...
World Wrestling Entertainment(R) to Participate In The Wedbush Morgan Management Access Conference
STAMFORD, Conn.-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:WWE) announced today that its Chief Operating Officer, Michael Sileck, will participate in Wedbush Morgan's Management Access Conference on Thursday, May 22, 2008, in New York City, NY. Mr. Sileck's remarks...
Embassy Suites Hotels(R) Helps Young Athletes Pursue Olympic Dreams with Two $25,000 Grants
MEMPHIS, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - Today at the Build-a-Bear Workshop(R) store on 5th Avenue in New York, Embassy Suites Hotels announced a commitment of $50,000 towards United States Olympic Committee (USOC) Olympic Opportunity Fund grants. U.S. Olympic athletes in Taekwondo...
ADDING MULTIMEDIA Coca-Cola Renews Global Sponsorship of Special Olympics, Identifies Executive to Serve as Special Olympics President and COO
ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - The Coca-Cola Company and Special Olympics today announced the renewal of their partnership through 2011 and further strengthened their 40-year relationship with the election of Coca-Cola executive J. Brady Lum to serve as the new President and Chief...
UEFA EURO 2008 From EA Available in Stores Now
REDWOOD CITY, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) announced today that UEFA EURO 2008(TM), the only officially licensed videogame of the real-world championship, is available in stores now throughout North America. UEFA EURO 2008 is a more accessible, faster...
Bel Air Internet Gets 2008 PGA TOUR's Northern Trust Open 'Out of the Rough' With Wireless Broadband Internet Connection
LOS ANGELES, May 20 PRNewswire — As part of an overall effort to improve the internet service for the media at the 2008 PGA TOUR's Northern Trust Open, Bel Air Internet was chosen to provide ultra high speed internet service for hundreds of reporters and photographers at the media...
16 Year-Old Sailing Prodigy Zac Sunderland to Attempt Youngest Solo Circumnavigation
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - When 16 year-old Zac Sunderland of Ventura, California steps aboard his 36' yacht, Intrepid on May 31, he will be the youngest American sailor since 1965 to attempt a solo global circumnavigation. That year, 16 year-old Robin Lee Graham departed Los...
Lumber Liquidators to Sponsor Travis Kvapil at Coca-Cola 600
TOANO, Va.-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - Lumber Liquidators (NYSE: LL), the largest specialty retailer of hardwood flooring in the United States, announced today that it will sponsor Travis Kvapil, driver of the No. 28 Yates Racing Ford at the 2008 Coca-Cola 600. The May 25th race at Lowe's Motor...
USANA Announces a Three-Year Partnership With USA Luge
SALT LAKE CITY-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: USNA), a worldwide leader in science-based nutritional supplements, announced today it has signed a three-year agreement to be the official supplement supplier of USA Luge. As part of the agreement, USANA will provide...
Teletouch Hawk Electronics Div. Launches ''Go Green with Hawk'' Cellphone Recycling Program at 2008 Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial PGA Tour Golf Tournament
FORT WORTH, Texas-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - Teletouch Communications, Inc. (Pink Sheets: TLLE), a leading U.S. cellular, two-way radio, mobile electronics and related services provider, today announced that the Company, through its Hawk Electronics consumer electronics retail division, is...
Brooke Insurance Says Before Setting That Sail, Be Sure You're Insured
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - According to the latest accident statistics report by the American Boating Association, watercraft-related incidents caused 710 deaths, 3,474 injuries and nearly $44 million in property damage in 2006. These amounts increased from the previous year...
Gander Mountain Opening New Store in Ocala
ST. PAUL, Minn., May 20 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Gander Mountain, the nation's largest retail network of stores for apparel, hunting, fishing, camping, boating, marine, and outdoor lifestyle products and services will open its newest store at 3970 SW 3rd street in Ocala on May 20. The...
Gander Mountain Opens New Store in Eau Claire
ST. PAUL, Minn., May 20 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Gander Mountain, the nation's largest retail network of stores for apparel, hunting, fishing, camping, boating, marine, and outdoor lifestyle products and services will open its newest store at 6440 Skully Drive in Eau Claire on May 20. The...
USA Wrestling Announces Landmark Fundraising Program to Assist Athlete Families
NEWARK, N.J. & COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - USA Wrestling, the National Governing Body in the United States for the sport of amateur wrestling, today announced the formation of a landmark fundraising initiative which will give financial support to the families of...
LPGA Competitors and Friends Come Together for Breast Cancer
PARAMUS, N.J., May 20 PRNewswire — Thirty-two LPGA pros including world no. 1 Lorena Ochoa, Hall of Fame members, Beth Daniel and Karrie Webb, and top-ranked players such as Morgan Pressel, Angela Stanford, Brittany Lincicome, Nicole Castrale and Sherri Steinhauer came together for...
Statement by Lance Armstrong on Cancer Diagnosis of Senator Kennedy
AUSTIN, Texas, May 20 PRNewswire — The Lance Armstrong Foundation today released the following statement by its founder and chairman regarding Senator Ted Kennedy's brain cancer diagnosis: "We learned today that Senator Kennedy, a champion for healthcare and a tireless warrior in the...
ESPN Extending ''NBA on ESPN RV Tour'' Through the Eastern Conference Finals and NBA Finals
CHICAGO & BOSTON-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - The "NBA on ESPN RV Tour," a mobile marketing promotion for ABC and ESPN's NBA coverage, is continuing its cross-country journey into the postseason. The RV, in which ESPN personalities "travel" to games in ESPN's NBA on-air promotions, will be...
High Stakes Hoops Ultimate 3-on-3 Basketball Challenge to Debut at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS, May 20 PRNewswire — The Orleans Arena today announced the debut of The Ultimate 3-on-3 Basketball Challenge, potentially one of the most lucrative high stakes hoops competitions in history. The Ultimate 3-on-3 is open to virtually all players, and will be held at the Orleans...
AP Names Lutzky Director of Product Development for AP Sports
WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - The Associated Press has appointed Michael Lutzky to the position of Director of Product Development for AP Sports. Lutzky, based in New York, is responsible for identifying, evaluating and developing new sports-related business opportunities including...
Life Time Fitness to Host Grand Opening Events at Newly Renovated Bloomington South and Crosstown Centers
-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - Life Time Fitness, Inc. (NYSE:LTM): -0- *T WHEN: Bloomington South (formerly 98th Street): May 23, 7:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m...
National City Bank and Ryne Sandberg Ask Chicagoans to Help Kids Play Ball This Summer by Donating Gloves
CHICAGO, May 20 PRNewswire-FirstCall — As one of the most popular baseball songs of all time, "Take Me Out to the Ball Game," celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, many Chicago area kids have no gloves to play the game this summer. Now through June 30, Ryne Sandberg and...
REELcomp to Award Grand Prize in Skate and Snow Competitions
LAS VEGAS, May 20 PRNewswire — REELcomp, the premier destination to upload original board sport footage to share and compete in online contests, announced today that the final bracket competitions for Skateboarding and Snowboarding are underway awarding Grand Prizes worth thousands of...
Vacationing Kids Celebrate the Olympic Spirit This Summer at More Than 150 Doubletree Hotels
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - In anticipation of the U.S. Olympic Team heading to the 2008 Olympic Games, thousands of kids across the country will receive a special complimentary welcome gift that brings the energy and excitement of the world's most respected and legendary...
XM Satellite Radio to Air Three Broadcasts of Every Game of the 2008 NHL Stanley Cup Final for Hockey Fans Nationwide
WASHINGTON, May 20 PRNewswire-FirstCall — XM Satellite Radio will carry three different broadcasts of every game of the 2008 NHL Stanley Cup Final as the Detroit Red Wings take on the Pittsburgh Penguins starting May 24th at 8 pm ET. Hockey fans nationwide can hear the Pittsburgh...
Chef David Dearstyne Joins Bentwater
HOUSTON, May 20 PRNewswire — Chef David Dearstyne has assumed the duties of Executive Chef at Bentwater; a gated, golf course community just north of Houston. Following his graduation from the Culinary Institute of America, David began his career at The Breakers in Palm Beach, Florida...
2008 American Express(R) Women's Golf Month Supported by Golf For Women Magazine Set for June
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., May 20 PRNewswire — Move over boys. June is American Express(R) Women's Golf Month, a nationwide initiative supported by Golf For Women magazine. More than 68,000 women across the country have learned golf or been re-introduced to the game over the past three...
ESPN The Ultimate Remote Launches for Father's Day
NEW YORK and CHICAGO, May 20 PRNewswire — ESPN Consumer Products, in conjunction with tvCompass, a provider of digital media solutions, announced the release of ESPN The Ultimate Remote, an internet-connected Wi-Fi device that combines advanced home theater control and one-touch...
World Wrestling Entertainment(R) Suspends Performer
STAMFORD, Conn.-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - In accordance with its Substance Abuse and Drug Testing Policy, WWE(R) (NYSE: WWE) has suspended Darren Matthews (William Regal) for 60 days for his second violation of the company's policy.
DHL Becomes Official Shipping Partner for Strike Ten Entertainment
PLANTATION, Fla.-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - DHL, the world's leading express delivery and logistics company, announced today that it has won a three-year, multimillion-dollar agreement with Strike Ten Entertainment, the marketing arm of the Bowling Proprietors' Association of America (BPAA...
Audi Introduces the All-New 2008 Audi Driving Experience and Signature Competitive Comparison Program
AUBURN HILLS, Mich.-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - Audi of America, Inc. today announced the launch of the 2008 Audi driving experience and all-new Competitive Comparison program. The second-annual nationwide tour, developed with Audi's strategic partner Emotive is coming to eight major U.S...
Life Time Fitness Names Scott C. Lutz Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer
CHANHASSEN, Minn.-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - Life Time Fitness, Inc. (NYSE:LTM) announced today that it has appointed Scott C. Lutz to the position of executive vice president and chief marketing officer, effective May 19, 2008. Lutz joins Life Time Fitness from Best Buy Co., Inc. where he...
New CONCACAF Champions League(TM) Comes to Fox Soccer Channel in August
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - Fox Soccer Channel has acquired the exclusive English-language broadcast rights in the United States to the new continental club championship, the CONCACAF Champions League(TM), for four seasons beginning in 2008/2009. The CONCACAF Champions League(TM...
Star Resorts Cerro Bayo Mountain Resort Project Overview
MIAMI-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - Star Resorts Development, Inc., (the "Company") (OTCBB:SRDP) headquartered in Miami, Florida, is a publicly traded U.S. company focused on emerging growth property markets. Star Resorts is pleased to provide an overview of its exciting Cerro Bayo Mountain...
Luczo Dragon IndyCar Carries 'Eyes on the Road' Logo to Prevent Blindness to Indy 500
BOSTON and INDIANAPOLIS, May 20 PRNewswire — On May 25, one bright yellow IndyCar, the Number 12 Symantec Dallara Honda, will be racing to win the Indianapolis 500 bearing the symbol of a campaign to fight blindness — Eyes on the Road. By emblazoning their car on both sides with...
RockResorts and Vail Resorts Hospitality Names Russ Craney General Manager of The Osprey at Beaver Creek
BROOMFIELD, Colo., May 20 PRNewswire-FirstCall — RockResorts and Vail Resorts Hospitality announced today that Russ Craney has been selected as the new general manager of The Osprey at Beaver Creek, A RockResort. He will start his new position June 10, 2008. The Osprey at Beaver Creek...
The Best Time You Haven't Had Yet
Girl Scouts Summer Camp 2008 is Almost Here MIQUON, Pa., May 20 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The following was released today by the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania: What's great about Girl Scout Camp this summer? It's not just the cool and fun activities like SCUBA sessions, rock...
Branson Area Lakes Can Change Lives
Some Are Moved and Others Move BRANSON, Mo., May 20 PRNewswire-USNewswire — In his five years as a fishing guide on Table Rock Lake, Chris Tetrick has a good record. "I've still never done a trip where at least one person didn't catch a bass," Tetrick said. Fishing is one of Branson's...
Upsets Abound in GolfLink.com's Ranking of Top 100 US Golf Courses
SANTA MONICA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - GolfLink.com(R), the leading online golf resource and home to the world's largest online golf community, today unveiled its 2008 Top 100 Courses list, presented by ING, one of the largest financial services companies in the world. The list puts a...
Fox Soccer Channel Renews Broadcasting Rights Agreement with England's Football Association
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - Fox Soccer Channel today announced a four-year renewal of its broadcasting rights to televise programming from The Football Association (FA), England's governing body for soccer. Under the new agreement, which runs from the 2008/09 through 2011/12...
BBQ Lovers, Start Your Engines: Enter the Steak-umm 'Victory Circle BBQ' Recipe Contest
READING, Pa., May 20 PRNewswire — Feeling like a BBQ champion? Want to take a few laps around the recipe contest track with your personal beef-and-barbecue creations? Head for the finish line with the Steak-umm "Victory Circle BBQ' recipe contest — a summer sizzler being hosted by...
8000 Inc. Accelerates Its Clothing and Merchandising Business Through Contract with European Clothing Leader Lazzati Group
LONDON-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - Lazzati, one of Europe's leading experts in quality performance fabrics, will be producing high end fashion apparel featuring the Cannonball 8000 logo. Previous customers for Lazzati's expertise include Prada, Dolce & Gabbana and Armani. Founded in 2002...
2-for-1 Summer Travel Savings in Alaska
ANCHORAGE, Alaska, May 20 PRNewswire — It's officially travel season, and what better way to visit Alaska than 2-for-1? If you're from Alaska, there's no better time to get out and see your own state. Pick up the Great Alaskan TourSaver for you and your visiting friends or relatives...
JZZ Technologies, Inc. is Proud to Announce the Appointment of Dean Brittenham to the Board of Advisors
PHOENIX-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - JZZ Technologies, Inc. (Pink Sheets:JZZI), announced today that Dean Brittenham will be joining the Company's Board of Advisors, effective May 1, 2008. Dean Brittenham is the former Director for the Center of Developmental Athleticism at the prestigious Scripps...
Phillies Seek Professional Artists for 'Paint the Phillie Phanatic Public Arts Project'
PHILADELPHIA, May 20 PRNewswire — It's often been said that when they made the Phillie Phanatic, they broke the mold. The Phillies and the local art community are putting that theory to the test. The Phillies announced that they will be teaming up with local artists, businesses...
Coates International, Ltd. Plans to Attempt Land Speed Record with the CSRV Internal Combustion Piston Engine at the Bonneville Dry Lake Speed Trials
WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J.-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - Coates International, Ltd. (Coates) (OTCBB: COTE). Coates has been contacted by literally thousands of people and companies in the racing and motor sport world, expressing interest to purchase CSRV Engines of all descriptions for performance racing...
Mindpix Corp. Rated 'Speculative Buy,' Target Price $1.10 by Beacon Equity Research
DALLAS-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - Mindpix Corp. (Pink Sheets: MPIX) has been rated Speculative Buy with a price target of $1.10 by Beacon Equity Research Analyst, Victor Sula, Ph.D. The full report is available at http://www.BeaconEquity.com. Anyone interested in receiving alerts regarding...
Gramicci Announces 'Drive Less' Rewards Program For Employees
AGOURA HILLS, Calif., May 20 PRNewswire — Gramicci, the Agoura Hills-based outdoor lifestyle apparel manufacturer, is giving its employees an even greater incentive than skyrocketing gas prices to travel to work by bicycle, carpool, public transportation or walking. Since mid-May...
Become a Part of History: Be Cast in the Feature Documentary: Running America
NEW YORK, May 20 PRNewswire — NEHST Studios announced today an open casting call for its feature documentary called Running America. For the first time in film-making history, people will be able sign up online to be cast in this documentary and participate in this record-breaking run...
iJET Releases 2008 Summer Olympic Games Travel Brief
ANNAPOLIS, Md., May 20 PRNewswire — iJET Intelligent Risk Systems, a leading provider of global intelligence and business resiliency services, today released a special brief on the upcoming Olympic Games in China. Organizations with travelers, expatriates and facilities in and around...
Spike TV Announces an All-Star Line Up For its Biggest Night of the Year: 'Guys Choice'
New York, May 20 PRNewswire — Spike TV will once again gather many of the biggest names in music, entertainment and sports that guys love most for the second annual "Guys Choice." From Sports Illustrated swimsuit cover girl Marissa Miller to "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of Crystal...
Rosati Windows Sponsors First Big Corn Toss Tourney in Central Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 20 PRNewswire — Rosati Windows, the award-winning central Ohio manufacturer of replacement windows, is calling for teams of two from across Ohio to enter the Rosati Windows Corn Toss Tournament, the area's first large-scale cornhole championship, to be held Saturday...
Morgan Freeman, Carmen Electra, Christina Milian, Joe and Gavin Maloof, and NFL Great Leonard Marshall Lend Star Power to Motivate Social Change!
DALLAS, May 20 PRNewswire — YourCause.com, a newly launched cause- focused social networking site dedicated to "Empowering Millions to Raise Billons," announced today the official launch of their celebrity pages. To date, the site has raised over $20,000 for more than 600 passionate...
American/Chinese Ping Pong Diplomacy: The Rematch Set For Nixon Library June 10, 11, and 12, 2008
Table tennis exhibition featuring American and Chinese champions will serve as a prologue to the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing YORBA LINDA, Calif., May 20 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The Richard Nixon Library & Birthplace Foundation will present American/Chinese Ping Pong Diplomacy...
StereoVision Imaging Lowers Price on 3D VuCAM(TM) to $999 and Improves Image Quality
ALTADENA, Calif., May 20 PRNewswire — StereoVision Imaging (SVI), a market leader in 3D imaging technology, today lowered the price on the 3D VuCAM(TM) to just $999.95 and released new firmware that significantly improves image quality. With the 3D VuCAM(TM), end-users can capture...
Fanprice.com Announces Launch - Empowers the Fan
LOS ANGELES, May 20 PRNewswire — Fanprice, Inc., a new ticket exchange that lets fans set the price they want to pay for tickets, announces the launch of their revolutionary new service, Fanprice.com. The company will celebrate its national debut at the annual Fiesta Hermosa in...
Setanta Sports Announce New Rights Deal With England's Football Association
NEW ORLEANS, May 20 PRNewswire — Setanta Sports today announced at the NCTA's Cable Show (Booth ES 73) a new four-year broadcasting rights agreement to televise programming from The Football Association (FA), England's governing body for soccer. Under the new agreement, which runs...
Clickbooth Gives Back to Florida Special Olympics
SARASOTA, Fla., May 20 PRNewswire — Clickbooth, the core subsidiary of IntegraClick, Inc., announced its corporate sponsorship of ten Florida Special Olympic athletes today. Special Olympics Florida is a non-profit, self-sustaining corporation that receives no government funding...
Billy Casper Golf Signs Exclusive Provider Agreement With ProLink Solutions
CHANDLER, Ariz., May 20 PRNewswire-FirstCall — ProLink Solutions - a wholly-owned subsidiary of ProLink Holdings Corp. (OTC Bulletin Board: PLKH.OB) and the world's leading provider of Global Positioning Satellite ("GPS") golf course management systems and digital-out- of-home...
U.S. Census Bureau Daily Feature for May 20
WASHINGTON, May 20 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Following is the daily "Profile America" feature from the U.S. Census Bureau: TUESDAY, MAY 20: BOATING Profile America Tuesday, May 20th. One sure sign of spring is the covers coming off of boats in backyards and marinas all over the...
Fathead(R) Produces The Hockey Holy Grail
LIVONIA, Mich.-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - Fathead(R), the number one brand in sports and entertainment wall graphics and the best-known for its official life-size images of NHL(R) athletes and logos, is proud to announce the production of the first-ever championship trophy wall graphic, The...
OKI Printing Solutions Cheers on Portsmouth to FA Cup Success
PORTSMOUTH, United Kingdom-(Business Wire)-May 20, 2008 - OKI Printing Solutions, Portsmouth Football Clubs' main sponsor, led the Wembley cheers on 17th May as Portsmouth Football Club lifted the FA Cup, for the first time since 1939, after beating Cardiff City 1-0 in an exciting final...
Callaway Golf Company Declares Dividend
CARLSBAD, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 19, 2008 - Callaway Golf Company (NYSE:ELY) announced today that the Board of Directors has declared a dividend of $.07 per share, payable July 3, 2008, to shareholders of record as of June 11, 2008. About Callaway Golf Through an unwavering commitment to...
PHOTO ADVISORY: Nintendo's New Wii Fit Makes Fitness Fun
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-May 19, 2008 - Consumers and curious onlookers of all kinds flocked to Central Park for the debut of Wii Fit(TM), the innovative new fitness game for Nintendo's popular Wii system. The interactive launch event included live demonstrations of the wireless Wii Balance...
Hybred International, Inc (Formerly TPTM) Commences Trading under the Symbol HYII
HACKENSACK, N.J.-(Business Wire)-May 19, 2008 - Hybred International, Inc.(OTC: HYII.PK), or "the company" today announced that it has successfully completed a reverse merger with Temporary Time Capital (formerly TPTM) and is now registered with NASD to trade on the pink sheets under ticker symbol...
Successful Back Surgery Propels Olympic Weightlifting Hopeful Melanie Roach to Realize Her Dreams Of Participating in the 2008 Beijing Olympics
ATLANTA, May 19 PRNewswire — Weightlifter Melanie Roach is living her dream after successfully qualifying for the 2008 Olympics Saturday in Atlanta thanks to Dr. Robert S. Bray, Jr., one of the country's preeminent neurological spinal surgeons specializing in micro procedures. Bray...
Competitive Eaters Face-off for WiiWare Watermelon Showdown(1)
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-May 19, 2008 - Mastiff: -0- *T Who & What: MLE Professionals Tim "Eater X" Janus and Crazy Legs Conti say goodbye to spring and hello to summer as they face-off in the first-ever Major League Eating: The Game WiiWare Watermelon Showdown(1). These two gurgitory gladiators...
Red Bull AMA U.S. Rookies Cup Applications Now Being Accepted for 2009 Season
SANTA MONICA, Calif., May 19 PRNewswire — With its inaugural season successfully underway, applications are now being accepted online for the 2009 season of the Red Bull AMA U.S. Rookies Cup at http://www.redbullrookiescup.com. This series is a unique program created by Red Bull for...
WWE(R) Honored With Corporate Patriot Award
STAMFORD, Conn.-(Business Wire)-May 19, 2008 - World Wrestling Entertainment(R) (NYSE:WWE) has been awarded the first-ever Corporate Patriot Award at the annual GI Film Festival in Washington, D.C. WWE was given the award in recognition of its ongoing support and appreciation of the U.S. military...
Shaun Alexander's Foundation Gives $20,000 in Clothing, Equipment to Three Seattle-Area Non-Profits
SEATTLE, May 19 PRNewswire — Former Seattle Seahawks running back Shaun Alexander today announced that his foundation is donating $20,000 worth of clothing and athletic gear to three Seattle youth-based organizations. The Shaun Alexander Foundation will donate gifts to the Zion...
Bank of America Announces Updated Field List for 2008 Bank of America Open
CHICAGO, May 19 PRNewswire — Bank of America today announced the updated field list for the 2008 Bank of America Open, the Nationwide Tour tournament to be played at The Glen Club in Glenview, Ill. next week. Among the current field are 20 PGA TOUR champions, 40 players who have...
Wal-Mart, Andre Johnson Settle Charity Bicycle Dispute
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 19 PRNewswire — Wal-Mart Stores has agreed to provide 400 free bicycles, cash donations to charity and other free products to settle a dispute with a non-profit charity founded by Andre Johnson of the Houston Texans to help needy, inner-city children...
Visa Launches ''Go World'' Olympic Campaign
SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-May 19, 2008 - Visa Inc. (NYSE: V), a Worldwide Olympic Partner for more than two decades, today announced the launch of "Go World," a U.S. advertising campaign that evokes the emotion and memories of unforgettable moments in Olympic history. The campaign, featuring...
DIRECTV Tennis Fans Get Six Times More Love With French Open Interactive
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 19, 2008 - French Open tennis fans will see more of the world's most prestigious clay court competition than ever before when they tune to DIRECTV's exclusive French Open Interactive beginning May 25 through June 1. Produced by DIRECTV in collaboration with the...
USANA Health Sciences Teams up with Mexico's Pachuca Soccer Club
SALT LAKE CITY-(Business Wire)-May 19, 2008 - USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: USNA), a worldwide leader in science-based nutritional supplements, announced today it will be the official supplement supplier of Club Pachuca, Mexico's oldest professional soccer club. Pachuca's players will join...
Three Gemini Training Systems Clients Win Podium Finishes at National Championships
FORT COLLINS, Colo., May 19 PRNewswire — Three Gemini Training Systems cyclists had podium finishes at the 2008 USA Cycling Collegiate Road National Championships, a competition among the top 500 student-athletes from around the nation May 9th - 11th. And a fourth finished in the top...
NC Senator Elizabeth Dole, WV Speaker Rick Thompson Named Race Officials for 2008 Coca-Cola 600
CHARLOTTE, N.C.-(Business Wire)-May 19, 2008 - The tradition continues at the 2008 Coca-Cola 600, with a patriotic tribute to America's fighting men and women and distinguished high profile political figures serving as race officials. United States Senator Elizabeth Dole (R-NC) has named Honorary...
NBA and STATS Announce Exclusive Relationship to Distribute Real-Time NBA Statistical Information Worldwide
NEW YORK & NORTHBROOK, Ill.-(Business Wire)-May 19, 2008 - The NBA and STATS LLC today announced an expansion of their relationship that designates STATS as the exclusive official provider of NBA, WNBA and NBA Development League statistics for all territories outside of China. As part of the...
FSN's High-Definition Telecasts to Skyrocket in 2009 as Nation's Largest Group of Regional Sports Networks Transition to 24 / 7 HD
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-May 19, 2008 - Today at the annual NCTA conference in New Orleans, FSN Networks President Randy Freer announced that FSN, the industry's largest group of regional sports networks, will begin transitioning to round-the-clock HD telecasts in the first quarter of 2009...
Youth Mentoring Connection Honors Hollywood Influencers
LOS ANGELES, May 19 PRNewswire — On Tuesday, May 20th some of Hollywood's biggest influencers in media, fashion, sports and entertainment will be honored at Youth Mentoring Connection's annual Celebration of Mentoring Awards and Gala at the Beverly Hills Hotel. The must-attend...
ION Life to Add Compelling New Programming and Award-Winning Content to Lineup
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.-(Business Wire)-May 19, 2008 - ION Media Networks, Inc. announced today that ION Life, its network dedicated to active living and personal growth, has reached agreements to add two compelling series to its program lineup. In the network's first commissioned production from...
Marc Bruno Named President of ARAMARK Stadiums and Arenas
PHILADELPHIA-(Business Wire)-May 19, 2008 - ARAMARK, a world leader in providing professional services, today announced that Marc Bruno has been named President of ARAMARK Stadiums and Arenas, reporting to Liza Cartmell, Group President of ARAMARK Sports and Entertainment, effective October 1...
Hemophilia Awareness and Fundraising Program Accelerates with Launch of 2008 Campaign
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-May 19, 2008 - The National Hemophilia Foundation (NHF) shifts into high gear today with the launch of Team Hemophilia on Tour, a fundraising and awareness program sponsored by Bayer HealthCare and supported by Andretti Green Racing. This program combines the excitement of...
Never Tie Your Shoe Laces Again
ENCINO, Calif., May 19 PRNewswire — Sneaker heads are eagerly anticipating the newly announced product launch by LaceLynx. Beginning today, the LaceLynx "No Loose Ends" product will be available for purchase in Footaction retail locations nationwide. LaceLynx is a unique sneaker...
The 2008 NBA Performance Awards Presented by Kia Motors Recognizes Four NBA Players Awarded Top League Honors
IRVINE, Calif., May 19 PRNewswire — Kia Motors America (KMA), the Official Automotive Partner of the NBA, congratulates the winners of the four season-end awards that are part of the NBA Performance Awards presented by Kia Motors for the 2007-08 season: Sixth Man Award winner, Manu...
Cox Communications and the New Orleans Saints Announce Multi-Year Telecommunications & Entertainment Partnership
NEW ORLEANS, May 19 PRNewswire — Highlights include: - Multi-Platform Agreement Will Deliver Exclusive Saints Programs to Cox Customers On-Demand and Online at Cox.net - Saints Consolidate their Video, Internet and Telephone Services with New Orleans's Leading Bundler -Cox Sports...
World Champion Yankees Team Up With French's(R) Mustard and Fox5NY
NEW YORK, May 19 PRNewswire — French's(R) Mustard, the official mustard of the New York Yankees and Yankee stadium, and is always synonymous with hot dogs, ball games and great times, now teams up with the New York Yankees and Fox5NY. From now until May 29th, one lucky fan has the...
Encore in Columbia: Tracy Byrd to Perform at Forrest Wood Cup
COLUMBIA, S.C., May 19 PRNewswire — As if the prospect of watching the world's top bass angler win as much as $1 million was not enough to drive fishing fans crazy, FLW Outdoors announced today that multi-platinum recording artist Tracy Byrd will perform a free concert during the $2...
Affinity Networks, Inc. (AFFN) Announces Development of Social Network 'GolfFriendsOnline' in the $60 Billion Dollar Golf Market
NORWALK, Conn., May 19 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Affinity Networks, Inc. (AFFN), the leading provider of Internet services to private clubs and regional golf associations nationwide, has announced the development of Golf Friends Online (GFO), an interactive social networking site...
Queenstown Harbor Recognized as Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary
QUEENSTOWN, Md., May 19 PRNewswire — Maryland golf destination Queenstown Harbor has achieved designation as a "Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary" by the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses, an Audubon International program. "Queenstown Harbor has shown a strong...
Dick's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon to Be Held May 3rd 2009
PITTSBURGH, May 19 PRNewswire-FirstCall — The 20th running of the Pittsburgh Marathon, now renamed the Dick's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, will be held on Sunday, May 3rd 2009. After starting in 1985 under the leadership of the late Mayor Dick Caliguiri, the Pittsburgh Marathon...
Children's Miracle Network and Arena Football League Partner for First Nationwide Celebration Event
SALT LAKE CITY, May 19 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The Arena Football League (AFL) has partnered with Children's Miracle Network to help save and improve the lives of children at children's hospitals throughout the United States. The AFL has designated May 27 - June 9 of the 2008 regular...
J Spot Marketing Files Lawsuit Against NFL Dallas Cowboys Franchise Player, Kenneth Hamlin for 'Breach of Contract'
LOS ANGELES, May 19 PRNewswire — A lawsuit was filed last week with the Los Angeles Superior Court by J Spot Marketing against NFL Dallas Cowboys Free Agent, Kenneth Hamlin for "Breach of Contract" and failure to pay. Mr. Hamlin allegedly failed to fulfill contractual obligations with a...
Horsemen Race to Capitol
SPRINGFIELD, May 19 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Horse racing organizations from across Illinois today said that putting slot machines at Illinois' five racetracks would provide enough revenue to finance a $20 billion capital improvement program for the state and help preserve the 40,000...
austriamicrosystems Supplies AS5243, the Redundant 10-bit Magnetic Angular Position IC, to MEGA-Line RACING ELECTRONICS and Audi R10 for the Le Mans 24 Hours 2008
UNTERPREMSTAETTEN, Austria-(Business Wire)-May 19, 2008 - austriamicrosystems (SWX:AMS), a leading global designer and manufacturer of high performance analog ICs for automotive, communication, industry and medical applications, supplies AS5243, a redundant 10-bit magnetic rotary encoder IC, to MEGA...
Pack Wins Wal-Mart Open, $200,000 on Beaver Lake
ROGERS, Ark., May 18 PRNewswire — Mark Pack of Mineola, Texas, pocketed $200,000 Sunday in the Wal-Mart Open on Beaver Lake with a final-round, two-day total of 10 bass weighing 21 pounds, 10 ounces. He earned the hard-fought victory with 3 pounds, 7 ounces to spare over Wal-Mart pro...
David Jurca Wins Jetta TDI Cup Race International Debut
BOWMANVILLE, Ontario, May 18 PRNewswire — David Jurca, 22, Federal Way, Wash. won the second round of the Jetta TDI Cup with a strong race at a cold and wet Mosport International Raceway. Hometown racer Chris Holman, 20, Burlington, Ontario came in second in his first race on the...
GolTV Partners With U.S. Soccer Foundation Passback Program
MIAMI, May 18 PRNewswire — GolTV, the all-soccer network, announced today its media partnership with the U.S. Soccer Foundation Passback Program, which provides new and gently used soccer equipment to children in need both within the U.S. and around the world. Through this partnership...
U.S. Census Bureau Daily Feature for May 18
WASHINGTON, May 18 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Following is the daily "Profile America" feature from the U.S. Census Bureau: SUNDAY, MAY 18: BAY TO BREAKERS RACE Profile America Sunday, May 18th. One of the largest and oldest foot races in the world will be run today in San Francisco...
Tom Brady Presents Five Linemen with Audi Q7 SUVs to Kick-off Audi Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. and HYANNIS PORT, Mass., May 17 PRNewswire — Audi of America, Inc. today partnered with All-star quarterback Tom Brady to offer his own version of protection by surprising his offensive linemen with all new Audi Q7 SUVs. During a press conference near Boston's John...
Golf Greats Vijay Singh, Camilo Villegas Offer 'Caddie for a Day' Experience as Part of First-Ever Eagles for St. Jude(R) Online Auction to Benefit St. Jude
MEMPHIS, Tenn., May 17 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Through the first-ever Eagles for St. Jude online auction, golf enthusiasts have a unique opportunity to go inside the ropes of the PGA TOUR as the Pro-Am caddie for either World Golf Hall of Famer Vijay Singh or pro golfer Camilo Villegas...
Jim Beam(R) Salutes Operation Homefront and 'The Stuff Inside' with $175,000 Donation and Limited Edition Label
INDIANAPOLIS, May 17 PRNewswire — As Memorial Day weekend and the Indy 500 approach, Jim Beam, in association with Team Penske drivers Helio Castroneves and Ryan Briscoe, are saluting U.S. troops and their families with a $175,000 donation to Operation Homefront. Operation Homefront is...
U.S. Census Bureau Daily Feature for May 17
WASHINGTON, May 17 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Following is the daily "Profile America" feature from the U.S. Census Bureau: SATURDAY, MAY 17: FIRST KENTUCKY DERBY Profile America Saturday, May 17th. Each spring, one of the key sporting events is the Kentucky Derby, held on the first...
SpongeTech(R) Delivery Systems, Inc. to be Sponsor on SportsNet New York Cable Network
NEW YORK, May 16 PRNewswire-FirstCall — SpongeTech(R) Delivery Systems, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: SPNG) announced today that they will be a sponsor of Straw's Key, which debuts tonight on the SportsNet New York (SNY) cable network. This new feature will air during the 6:30 to 7:00...
Campbell's Labels for Education(TM) Program Awards Fort Lauderdale School With 'A Day of Recess' and a Visit From the World-Famous Harlem Globetrotters
HOLLYWOOD, Fla., May 16 PRNewswire — Campbell's Labels for Education program awarded students at Hollywood Hills Elementary School with an "all-day" recess featuring the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters, and one million Labels for Education (LFE) bonus points to redeem for the tools...
Leslie's Poolmart, Inc. Schedules Second Quarter Investor Conference Call
PHOENIX, May 16 PRNewswire — Leslie's Poolmart, Inc., the nation's leading retailer of swimming pool supplies and related products, announced that on May 20, 2008, Lawrence H. Hayward, the Company's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and Steven L. Ortega, Chief Financial Officer...
Paul Smith Signs Contract to Dress Manchester United Football Club
LONDON, May 16 PRNewswire — British designer Paul Smith has teamed up with Manchester United Football Club to design and supply the team players with formal wear and accessories for the next three years. This is the first time that Manchester United has entered into such a...
UPMC for Life is Pennsylvania Sponsor for National Senior Health & Fitness Day
PITTSBURGH, May 16 PRNewswire — UPMC for Life, the Medicare product of UPMC Health Plan, is the Pennsylvania state sponsor for the 15th annual National Senior Health & Fitness Day, which has as its theme, "Fitness ... A Lifetime Investment." National Senior Health & Fitness...
All-Star Kind of Love: Harlequin and Office Depot Announce 'Say Yes to a Winning Proposal' National Contest Winner
CONCORD, N.C., May 16 PRNewswire — It's a proposal guaranteed to get a winning answer — YES! Tomorrow night, Phillip Pruzensky and Janice Scarfe of Orange County, Calif., will have their marriage proposal featured on the back of Carl Edwards' No. 99 Office Depot Ford during the...
NASCAR Sponsorship Drives Electrical Recruitment
BETHESDA, Md., May 16 PRNewswire — The electrical construction industry's NECA-IBEW team broke new ground in union recruitment when they became the first to sponsor a NASCAR driver with the aim of promoting a website. Alli Owens, the sponsored driver and among the youngest women ever to...
DataXtender by Kapsch CarrierCom is Being Used by mobilkom austria for the European Soccer Championship This Summer - and Will be Highlighted in Nice at Kapsch's Booth During the TM Forum Management World 2008.
VIENNA, Austria, May 16 PRNewswire — The upcoming European Soccer Championship puts high demands on telecommunication networks. Usage peaks during the games and the concentration of large number of subscribers in and around the stadiums and fan areas require an infrastructure...
FLW Outdoors Announces Multi-Million Dollar Investment in Collegiate Bass Tournament Circuit for 2009
BENTONVILLE, Ark., May 16 PRNewswire — On the heels of its wildly popular $7.3 million Fantasy Fishing league, which debuted earlier this year, FLW Outdoors and its impressive lineup of sponsors — including Wal-Mart, the National Guard, BP, Chevrolet, P&G and others &mdash...
Variable Ratio Rack and Pinion Steering Technology Wins 2008 BorgWarner Louis Schwitzer Award From SAE Indiana Section
INDIANAPOLIS, May 16 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Bishop Steering Technology's variable ratio rack and pinion steering, new to the 92nd Indianapolis 500 race, is the winner of the BorgWarner Louis Schwitzer Award presented by the Indiana Section of SAE International. Engineers Andrew...
Variable Ratio Rack and Pinion Steering Technology Wins the 2008 BorgWarner Louis Schwitzer Award
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 16 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Bishop Steering Technology's variable ratio rack and pinion steering, new to the 92nd Indianapolis 500 race, wins the BorgWarner Louis Schwitzer Award for most exceptional racing technology advancement. Engineers Andrew Heathershaw...
SpongeTech(R) Delivery Systems, Inc. to be a Sponsor on 'Mike and the Mad Dog Radio Show' Today for the Subway Series between the New York Yankees and the New York Mets
NEW YORK, May 16 PRNewswire-FirstCall — SpongeTech(R) Delivery Systems, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: SPNG) announced that they will be a sponsor of the Willie Randolph Report on the Mike and the Mad Dog Radio Show on WFAN-AM beginning today. The Mike and the Mad Dog Radio Show...
'The Sport of Grilling': Author Blends Lifetime Love of Sports and Grilling in Cross-Over Book
LAKE SUZY, Fla., May 16 PRNewswire — Is grilling a real sport? The dictionary defines sport as "an active pastime participated in for pleasure or exercise." Grilling Coach Big Bob Snoor confirms in his new book, "The Sport of Grilling" (published by AuthorHouse &mdash...
Video: Tissot Revs Up Its Partnership With Brand Ambassador Danica Patrick
WEEHAWKEN, N.J., May 16 PRNewswire — Premier Swiss watch brand Tissot is proud to announce the partnership renewal of its brand ambassador racing star Danica Patrick. She endeared herself to the world when she made history by becoming the first woman ever to win a race in the sport of...
National Auto Dealers' Foundation Donates $400,000 to Restore Athletic Fields in New Orleans
NEW ORLEANS, May 15 PRNewswire-USNewswire — After sustaining substantial damage from Hurricane Katrina in 2005, the athletic fields at Lusher Charter High School were unusable and in need of funds for restoration. Thinking of ways the National Automobile Dealers Association could...
The Sportsman Channel Implements New Strategy; Parent Company InterMedia Outdoors Shifts Programming and Resources to Network
NEW YORK, May 15 PRNewswire — InterMedia Outdoors, Inc. (IMO), the industry leader and largest provider of Outdoors content, and parent company of The Sportsman Channel (TSC), today announced that it chose not to renew its programming agreements with The Outdoor Channel (TOC), in...
ESPN Deportes Reloads Advertising Community with New Programming Initiative and Multiplatform Approach in its '08 Upfront Presentation
NEW YORK, May 15 PRNewswire — At its Upfront '08 presentation, ESPN's Spanish-language multimedia brand, ESPN Deportes, announced impressive distribution gains and presented the advertising community with a host of new ideas and creative content demonstrating the network's commitment to...
The 'Hottest Ticket on Television' Has Been Announced: The BET AWARDS '08
NEW YORK, May 15 PRNewswire — BET Networks, a unit of Viacom (NYSE: VIA and VIA.B), today announced the nominees, performers and recipients of the Lifetime Achievement and Humanitarian honors for the BET AWARDS '08. The BET AWARDS '08 is raising the stakes and promises to be the...
CHANEL 2008 Cruise Show by Karl Lagerfeld + Special Performance by US 2008 Olympic Synchronized Swimming Team
NEW YORK, May 15 PRNewswire — CHANEL Cruise Collections have sailed on a yacht on the River Seine, arrived in Grand Central Terminal in NYC, landed by private jet to a hangar at the Santa Monica Airport, and trailed through landmarks of Paris on Parisian buses. The Collection...
ProLink Holdings Corp. Reports Record Domestic 2008 First Quarter Results
CHANDLER, Ariz., May 15 PRNewswire-FirstCall — ProLink Holdings Corp. (OTC Bulletin Board: PLKH), the world's largest provider of digital advertising screens for the golf course market and Global Positioning golf course management systems, today announced financial results for its first...
Showcase for High School Baseball Players
CISCO, Texas, May 15 PRNewswire — Play Like a Pro is hosting a showcase for high school baseball players. Athletes will perform in front of college/university coaches from all over Texas, as well as professional scouts for college scholarship opportunities and/or professional careers...
Remington Arms Company, Inc. to Hold First Quarter 2008 Results Conference Call
MADISON, N.C., May 15 PRNewswire — Remington Arms Company, Inc. will hold a conference call on Thursday, May 22 to discuss its results for first quarter ended March 31, 2008. Who: Thomas L. Millner, President and Chief Executive Officer Steve Jackson, Chief Financial Officer When...
Luczo Dragon Racing Partners With 12 Champion Athletes to Raise Money and Awareness for Charitable Causes at Indy 500
SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif., May 15 PRNewswire — Joe Montana, Laila Ali, Bode Miller and Serena Williams have more in common than being champions in their respective sports. They are now part of an Indy 500 race team, Luczo Dragon Racing that will raise money and awareness for charity...
New Power Loaded Racquet Technology from HEAD
PHOENIX, May 15 PRNewswire — HEAD Penn Racquet Sports, one of the industry leaders in forward-thinking racquet design and technology, has launched its latest revolutionary technology: CrossBow. On shelves beginning in June, this Power Loaded technology features the world's first and...
Spike TV Television Highlights - June 2008
NEW YORK, May 15 PRNewswire — * Note: Spike TV HD includes — "Star Wars" Movies — "CSI: NY" — "CSI" — "Factory" — "Guys Choice" — "The Ultimate Fighter" — "GameTrailers TV with Geoff Keighley" — The Powerblock — Spike Movies...
NEP Visions Scores at the UEFA Champions League Final
STAINES, England, May 15 PRNewswire — NEP Visions has been selected by NTV and RTR in Russia to deliver host broadcast facilities for the UEFA Champions League Final to be held in Moscow on 21 May at the Luznhiki Stadium. The event which has a predicted global audience of 100 million...
American Pool Champion Earl 'The Pearl' Strickland to Perform in Wilmington, NC
WILMINGTON, N.C., May 15 PRNewswire — The Orton Pool Room presents Earl "The Pearl" Strickland to perform in a trick shot show and host the 2008 Orton Mosconi Cup here on Saturday, May 17, 2008, starting at noon. Earl was recently admitted to the Billiard Congress of America Hall of...
Big Wave Surfer Laird Hamilton and Steve & Barry's Launch the WONDERWALL(TM) Collection, a New Surf & Skate Apparel Line
PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y., May 15 PRNewswire — The world's greatest big wave surfer and epic waterman Laird Hamilton is teaming up with Steve & Barry's to launch the WONDERWALL(TM) collection, a surf and skate apparel line for men that debuts today, May 15, 2008. A water sports...
Preakness Fillies Welcome Verizon Wireless COW & COLT to Pimlico
LAUREL, Md., May 15 PRNewswire — Verizon Wireless has placed a Cell on Wheels (COW) and a Cell-on-Light Truck (COLT) at Pimlico to boost wireless coverage for this weekend's running of the 133rd Preakness Stakes. During last year's Preakness, the Verizon Wireless network handled...
'Growing Up With Loukoumi' Author Grants 3 Dream Days: Contest-Winning Kids to Witness a Mars Landing, Be a Soccer Star and Meet Rachael Ray
NEW YORK, May 15 PRNewswire — Last Fall children's book author Nick Katsoris launched Growing Up With Loukoumi Dream Day, a national contest based on the award-winning children's book and celebrity narrated CD, Growing Up With Loukoumi, where kids can win a day in their dream career...
Homer Simpson Throws Out a First Pitch as Universal Studios Hollywood and the L.A. Dodgers Team Up for 'Hit a Homer' Promotion Offering Free Tickets to Experience 'The Simpsons Ride' at The Entertainment Capital of L.A.
UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., May 15 PRNewswire — Universal Studios Hollywood hits it out of the ballpark with a new promotion offering kids a chance to visit the all-new mega attraction, "The Simpsons Ride" at The Entertainment Capital of L.A. for free when a Dodger hits a 'Homer' during the...
Indianapolis 500 Airs Nationwide on XM Satellite Radio
INDIANAPOLIS, May 15 PRNewswire-FirstCall — XM Satellite Radio will air extensive coverage of the 92nd running of the Indianapolis 500 as motorsports fans gear up for "The Greatest Spectacle in Racing" on May 25 live from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. XM is the exclusive satellite...
National Safe Boating Week Kicks-Off; Personal Watercraft Accidents in Florida Decrease 33 Percent in the Last Five Years
All boating accidents in state have declined 34 percent from 2003-2007; National Safe Boating Week Encourages Boaters to Help Prevent Accidents this Summer WASHINGTON, May 15 PRNewswire-USNewswire — As National Safe Boating Week kicks off (May 17-23), the Personal Watercraft...
New Era Cap Signs Deal with Perfect Game USA to Bring Its Caps to the Nation's Top Youth Baseball Teams
BUFFALO, N.Y., May 15 PRNewswire — New Era Cap, the official on-field cap provider to Major League Baseball, announced today that it has signed an agreement to have Perfect Game USA (PG) become a national dealer for the Company. PG will concentrate its efforts on providing New Era...
Innisbrook Aims To Bring Families Together with Unique Summer Family Vacation Experiences - Only $149 Per Night
TAMPA BAY, Fla., May 15 PRNewswire — Innisbrook Resort and Golf Club is reaching out to families this summer with tremendous values on their spacious, condo-style suites, and the opening of a new 9-hole family walking course. In partnership with NIKE, the Fox Squirrel family walking...
Physical Therapists Offer Tips for Proper Bike Fit in Support of National Bike to Work Day
Poor Fit Can Contribute to Pain and Injury Risk ALEXANDRIA, Va., May 15 PRNewswire-USNewswire — With gas prices steadily climbing, commuters may find that biking to work not only provides excellent health benefits but also drastically lowers commuting costs. In conjunction with...
Lulu.com Creator Hits One Out of the Park With Dugout Wisdom
RALEIGH, N.C., May 15 PRNewswire — As summer approaches, so does baseball season, and memories of summer days, roasted peanuts and the seventh-inning stretch. But baseball can be about more than just a great day at the park. In Dugout Wisdom: Life Lessons From Baseball, author Dan...
Tefron Reports First Quarter 2008 Results
MISGAV, Israel, May 15 PRNewswire-FirstCall — First Quarter Summary - Quarterly revenues of $50.9 million, 4.5% above revenues of the first quarter of last year - Operating income of $0.1 million, as compared with operating income of $5.0 million in the first quarter of last year...
Outdoor Channel to Simulcast in High-Definition
TEMECULA, Calif., May 15 PRNewswire — Outdoor Channel, America's Leader in Outdoor TV, announced today that the network is simulcasting its unique outdoor programming in HD. Now cable, satellite and telco subscribers across the country will have access to Outdoor Channel's...
Lutein and Zeaxanthin Improve Sports Vision for Athletes
LONG ISLAND, N.Y., May 15 PRNewswire — Two nutrients found in certain fruits and vegetables can improve sports vision for athletes. These phytonutrients are lutein and zeaxanthin and they are found in high concentration in the macular of the eye. Studies show that lutein and zeaxanthin...
Sport Business Group to Distribute ProLink GPS Systems in France
CHANDLER, Ariz., May 15 PRNewswire-FirstCall — ProLink Solutions, a wholly-owned subsidiary of ProLink Holdings Corp. (OTC Bulletin Board: PLKH) and the world's leading provider of Global Positioning Satellite ("GPS") golf course management systems and digital out-of-home on-course...
LPGA Tour Pro Diana D'Alessio Takes Swing at Menstrual Migraines
CLIFTON, N.J., May 15 PRNewswire — Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Tour Professional Diana D'Alessio is teaming with Endo Pharmaceuticals and the National Headache Foundation to launch the PARtnering Against Menstrual Migraine campaign, an educational initiative to raise...
Gatorade Tiger Challenges Fans to Focus on Their Game to Win an 'Out of This World' Vacation Experience Worth up to $125,000
CHICAGO, May 15 PRNewswire — Tiger Woods has already taken his legendary golf game to the moon in a recent ad for new Gatorade Tiger(TM). Now, PepsiCo's (PEP) Gatorade brand is challenging fans to adopt Tiger's signature ability to focus on the game by offering a chance to win an "out...
Make the Most of Your Tax Rebate Check - Hire a Coach
LEXINGTON, Ky., May 15 PRNewswire — Wondering how to maximize the benefit of your tax rebate check? The International Coach Federation (ICF) recommends that individuals seriously consider an investment that will energize a career or enhance one's personal life by using their economic...
Photo: Swimmers Across the Country Splash for Cystic Fibrosis
ATLANTA, May 15 PRNewswire — This summer, it's possible to enjoy a dip in the pool or a backyard barbecue and support a worthwhile charity at the same time. BioGuard, one of the nation's premier suppliers of pool and spa care products, is partnering with the Laps for Cystic Fibrosis...
Photo: Experience the Comfort and Confidence of Wearing Shorts Again
BALTIMORE, May 15 PRNewswire — During the normal course of walking, hiking, running and playing sports, the inseams of shorts tend to ride up the inner thighs and bunch at the crotch area resulting in serious discomfort, annoyance and embarrassment. To view the Multimedia News...
Special Habitat Builders and Local Community Cheer on Local RAAM Bike Riders for Test Ride to LA
Press Event, Friday, May 16th in Redwood City REDWOOD CITY, Calif., May 14 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The following is being released by Valley Presbyterian Church: What: Peninsula Habitat for Humanity and Valley Presbyterian Church are having a celebration and special build event at a new...
Toxin-Free Pain Cream to Make First Appearance at Athletic Trainer Event
PLEASANT GROVE, Utah, May 14 PRNewswire — BioForce, Inc., makers of fast-acting, toxin-free Myo-Med anti-inflammatory cream, are pleased to announce the inclusion of Myo-Med in the new products line up at the National Athletic Trainers' Association Annual Meeting in St. Louis, MO...
West Coast Bank Sponsors Reach the Bridge Run to Benefit the American Lung Association of Oregon
LAKE OSWEGO, Ore., May 14 PRNewswire-FirstCall — On Sunday, June 29, 2008, West Coast Bank will sponsor the American Lung Association of Oregon's (ALAO) Reach the Bridge Run, Portland's most unique 8k personal challenge run. Race participants choose their own start times, but must reach...
Audi of America Joins With Local Partner Strong Audi to Host Customers and World Champion Race Car Drivers in Salt Lake City Prior to May 18 American Le Mans Race
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 14 PRNewswire — Audi of America, Inc. announced today a motorsports gathering in partnership with Strong Audi in downtown Salt Lake City on Thursday evening, May 15, 2008. Local customers and prospects will be hosted to welcome world champion race car drivers...
Indianapolis Enlists Celebrities to End Homelessness
INDIANAPOLIS, May 14 PRNewswire — At a press conference today at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway emceed by ESPN's Jack Arute, actor/driver Jason Priestly joined with Laura George from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and Pacers Coach Jim O'Brien to announce a campaign to curb...
Keith Olbermann to Pen 5-Part Topps Series
CINCINNATI, May 14 PRNewswire — MSNBC anchor Keith Olbermann tells the inside story of three decades' worth of Topps proof cards in an exclusive five-part, serialized feature to debut with the May 30 issue of Sports Collectors Digest on newsstands May 15. Readers will be treated to a...
A New Dimension to Detroit Motor Sports; Tickets on Sale Now for The Red Bull Air Race World Series
DETROIT, May 14 PRNewswire — The world's top acrobatic pilots will soon be roaring over the Detroit River when they compete in the 2008 International Red Bull Air Race World Series. During this stunt-filled competition, which will be held in the Motor City on May 31st and June 1st...
Cutter & Buck Congratulates Annika Sorenstam on 15 Years of Greatness Both on and off the Course
SEATTLE, May 14 PRNewswire — While Annika Sorenstam's retirement from the LPGA Tour means an opportunity for new faces to hoist trophies on Sunday afternoons, her legacy will continue to have a lasting impact on and off the course. Annika has brought passion, inspiration and...
AFFLICTION BANNED: Fedor Emelianenko vs. Tim Sylvia
LOS ANGELES, May 14 PRNewswire — WHAT: "Affliction Banned" Press Conferences in Los Angeles and New York City - Open To The Public WHO: FEDOR "The Last Emperor" EMELIANENKO TIM "Maine-iac" SYLVIA No. 1 MMA Heavyweight in the World Former 2-Time UFC Heavyweight Stary Oskol, Russia...
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