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KROST CPA Acts as the Exclusive Financial Advisor to United Filters International in its Sale to ENPRESS LLC

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — United Filters International (UFI), a recognized leader in the design and manufacture of an expansive range of liquid filtration solutions, was recently sold to ENPRESS LLC, a leading manufacturer of composite pressure vessels and water filtration technologies. KROST was the exclusive financial advisor, and the terms of the transaction […]

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Jacqui Pitman Makes TV Casting Golden in Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — For several decades now, casting director Jacqui Pitman, owner/CEO of Pitman Casting Inc. and PartyPit Productions Inc., has played a crucial role in the success of numerous long-standing TV shows. With her creative insight, Pitman has contributed to over 500 shows, including iconic staples like “America’s Most Wanted,” “Price […]

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Glancy Wine Education Foundation Welcomes New Board Members, Achieves Platinum Charity Rating

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The Glancy Wine Education Foundation is pleased to announce the addition of several new members to its all-volunteer board, as well as its achievement of Platinum Transparency, the highest rating possible from Candid’s Guidestar charity ratings system. Established in 2020, The Glancy Wine Education Foundation is a registered a […]

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California Accelerates Effort to Transform Mental Health System for All, with Urgent Focus on the Seriously Ill and Homeless

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ – On Tuesday (May 14), while visiting a behavioral health treatment center under ongoing expansion in San Mateo County, Governor Newsom announced the state is accelerating – in record time – the first round of funding, made available by Prop 1, to boost California’s ongoing transformation of the statewide Behavioral […]

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Financial Women of San Francisco Announces its 2024 Scholarship Winners, Advancing the Careers of Women

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF), an organization dedicated for more than 60 years to advancing the careers of women, names ten students from Bay Area colleges and universities as its 2024 scholarship recipients. FWSF has awarded over $3 million in scholarships over the past 35 years to more […]

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Robert J. Shearer’s Memoir ‘We Were Better Together’ Is a Sensitive Guide to Couples with Cancer and Elegy to His Late Wife

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — A hybrid memoir and cancer guide, “We Were Better Together: Navigating Cancer as a Couple with Love, Practical Advice and Expert Guidance” (ISBN: 978-1-956955-99-6 [ebook]; 978-1-956955-98-9 [paperback]; 978-1-964377-04-9 [hardcover]), is full of expert guidance on navigating insurance, hospice, cancer treatment and intimacy – alongside Bob and Melissa’s profound love […]

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New Fintech Solution Connects API-Driven Back-End to Front-End Pricing with Industry-First Features

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology, today announced the release of the Base Rate Generator, an industry-changing solution that allows mortgage lenders to directly inform their front-end rate sheet pricing with their back-end capital markets executions. By combining live agency […]

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California Ferret Activist Pat Wright Files Lawsuit Against Calif. Fish & Game Commission President Eric Sklar

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Pat Wright, a resident of La Mesa, California, has filed a lawsuit against Eric Sklar, President of the California Fish and Game Commission in San Diego Superior Court, challenging the arbitrary classification of domestic ferrets as wild animals. The lawsuit, titled Wright v. Sklar, was filed in the San […]

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Lisa Pantages of the San Francisco Giants, a Top Sports Exec, Named FWSF 2024 Financial Woman of the Year

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF) today named Lisa Pantages as the FWSF 2024 Financial Woman of the Year. Ms. Pantages is the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the San Francisco Giants. FWSF is particularly excited to award the organization’s highest honor to a female sports […]

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Gemoo Launches CapUp Solution to Make Viral Videos for Top Social Sites with an AI Caption Generator

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Gemoo Inc., the developer of FocuSee, proudly announces the launch of CapUp, an innovative AI caption generator designed to save editing time and effort for content creators, and help them easily create viral shorts like top content creators to boost their TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube growth and monetization 10x […]

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Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. Reports A 2% Lock Volume Increase Despite Rising Rates

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology, today reported a 1.87% increase in mortgage lock volume compared to the previous month. To gain comprehensive insights into the market dynamics, industry professionals and enthusiasts are invited to download the complete report. Originally […]

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California State Soccer Association Strengthens Partnership with Stack Sports, Adding CaptainU as Official College Recruiting Software

ANAHEIM, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Stack Sports and Cal South have strengthened their ongoing partnership, adding CaptainU as its Official College Recruiting Software to Cal South and its youth soccer community. This continued Stack Sports partnership will further Cal South’s mission of advancing and empowering its youth athletes and families through soccer. Cal South and […]

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KROST Named Top 100 Firm and Regional Leader 2024 by Accounting Today, marking its third recognition in this category

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — For the fourth year in a row, Accounting Today has named KROST a Top 100 Firm. The firm ranked 82nd on the list by continuing to expand its services. In addition, KROST has once again earned the title of Regional Leader for the second year in a row, marking […]

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Informative Research’s Ryan Kaufman Named a HousingWire Rising Star for 2024 Rising Star

IRVINE, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Informative Research, a leading technology platform that delivers data-driven solutions to the lending community, announced today that Ryan Kaufman, IT Manager – Integrations, has been selected by HousingWire magazine for its annual Rising Stars award. Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — Informative Research’s Ryan Kaufman Named a HousingWire Rising Star for […]

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Informative Research Adds Mortgage Finance Expert Kurt Raymond CMB as SVP

GARDEN GROVE, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Informative Research, a leading technology platform that delivers data-driven solutions to the lending community, announced it has expanded its team to add mortgage industry veteran Kurt Raymond, CMB as Senior Vice President and Borrower Journey Engineer. The move reflects Informative Research’s commitment to helping lenders streamline origination costs and […]

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California IVF Fertility Center in Sacramento Awarded on America’s Best Fertility Clinics 2024 List from Newsweek

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — California IVF Fertility Center has been awarded on the Newsweek list of America’s Best Fertility Clinics 2024. This prestigious award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The award list was announced on April 17, 2024, and can be viewed on Newsweek’s […]

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California Safe Schools Honors 2024 Earth Day Champions, Celebrates its 26th Anniversary of Environmental Protection

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — California Safe Schools (CSS) celebrates 7 Earth Day Champions for their extraordinary achievements and mindfulness of future generations. “California Safe Schools proudly honors these individuals whose dedication and resolve make the world a better place and inspire others,” affirms Robina Suwol, Executive Director of California Safe Schools. Originally published […]

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MCT Launches Complete Best Execution with Fully Integrated Retain vs. Release MSR Decisioning

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology, proudly introduces a game-changing advancement: a Best Ex for Released and Retained all in one platform! Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — MCT Launches Complete Best Execution with Fully Integrated Retain vs. Release MSR Decisioning

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Domaine Carneros Celebrates Earth Day Every Day – Releases first ‘Powered by the Sun’ Rosé

NAPA, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Adding to its multi-decade legacy of environmental stewardship, Domaine Carneros is pleased to share new initiatives that build upon its commitment to producing outstanding wine while continuously striving for best practices in sustainability. Installation of groundbreaking new microgrid technology in 2023 increased Domaine Carneros’ commitment to renewable energy. In celebration, […]

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Soberlink releases its new Cellular 2 Device, its latest advancement in remote alcohol monitoring

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Introducing the new Cellular 2 Device, the latest addition to Soberlink’s line of remote alcohol monitoring solutions. Designed with user convenience and global accessibility in mind, the Cellular 2 Device seamlessly combines a sleek design with comprehensive functionality, offering a dependable tool for individuals and professionals in Family Law, […]

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Secured Signing for Bullhorn now uses AI to automatically send documents for digital signatures

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Secured Signing, a pioneer in digital signatures and remote online notarization solutions, is thrilled to announce the release of a revolutionary new feature designed exclusively for Bullhorn users. Secured Signing integrates with Bullhorn and provides a one stop Digital Signature solution that delivers a full range of form completion […]

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MCT Reports A 15% Lock Volume Increase Heading Into 2024 Home Buying Season

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology, announced today an increase of 15.36% in mortgage lock volume compared to the previous month. To gain comprehensive insights into the market dynamics, industry professionals and enthusiasts are invited to download the complete report. […]

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Olea Introduces The Boulder Kiosk: A New Era for Outdoor Solutions including EV Charging Applications

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Olea Kiosks, a visionary provider of self-service kiosk solutions, today announced its latest design, the Boulder Outdoor Kiosk. This new and innovative solution was created to address the growing number of outdoor self-service use cases such as food and beverage ordering, ticketing, parking, and EV charging payments. Originally published […]

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Informative Research Announces Manual VOI Integration with Veri-Tax

GARDEN GROVE, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Informative Research, a leading technology platform that delivers data-driven solutions to the lending community, announced the integration of Veri-Tax, the market leader in delivering the industry’s fastest verifications, into its proprietary Verification Platform. The integration merges Informative Research’s platform with Veri-Tax’s verification services so lenders can access advanced validation […]

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South Bay Music Association Presents, the South Bay Wind Ensemble will perform, ‘Beethoven Ode to Joy at 200’

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — On April 6, 2024, at 7 p.m. in El Segundo, CA, the South Bay Wind Ensemble will perform “Beethoven Ode to Joy at 200.” The concert will take place at the El Segundo Performing Arts Center. Join the South Bay Wind Ensemble, the SoCAL Chorale, Maestro Steven Allen Fox, […]

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Mountain View Welcomes the Launch of Nibav Lifts Showroom for Residential Elevator Solutions

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Nibav Home Lifts, a leading provider of innovative elevator solutions, proudly announces the launch of its new showroom in the heart of Mountain View. This marks a significant step for the company in its commitment to serving the community with cutting-edge mobility solutions. Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — Mountain […]

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Pro-Aging Influencer and author of ‘Flying Over 50 at Any Age’ Makeda Smith, Closes Women’s History Month with New Coaching Portal, ‘The Makeda Method’

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — When veteran entertainment industry publicist Makeda Smith began pole dancing as a fitness hobby, over 12 years ago, she had no idea it would morph into a life changing journey. The 63-year-old grandmother, who has received international notoriety for her dance flow movement practice, Flying Over 50, has announced […]

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Legacy of Valor Event: Persian American Civic Action Network [PACAN] to Host its 3rd Annual Fundraising Gala

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Persian American Civic Action Network [PACAN] is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering Iranian-Americans for civic engagement and activism for the restoration of diplomatic relations between the United States and a free, democratic, and secular Iran. PACAN is excited to announce their 3rd annual fundraising Gala to celebrate the Centennial […]

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Legacy Launch Pad announces Author of ‘Buying Time’ Financial Guide Changes Course When Tragedy Hits

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — When Heidi McNulty sat down to write “Buying Time” (ISBN: 978-1956955941 [ebook]; 978-1-956955958 [paperback]; 978-1956955965 [hardcover]), a finance book for young people for publisher Legacy Launch Pad, based on going from living paycheck-to-paycheck to building a real estate empire for passive income generation – her life seemed set. At […]

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Fineshare Launches Innovative AI Voice Changer Tool, VoiceTrans, to Enhance Online Communication

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — In this ever-growing virtual world, how to express yourself better, close distance with others, and light up atmosphere is getting important. As a smart software company that has been exploring the possibility of AI voices, Fineshare presents a new AI voice changer & soundboard tool VoiceTrans to help everyone […]

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Tax Relief CPA James M. Cha Alerts Delinquent Taxpayers as IRS Intensifies 2024 Collection Efforts

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — James Cha, a CPA and a Certified Tax Resolution Specialist from Ace Plus Tax Resolution, alerts that the IRS is ramping up collections and tax audits in 2024, and urges taxpayers to act with tax relief strategies. If you haven’t received IRS notices recently about unfiled returns or unpaid […]

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California enters critical phase of nation-leading circular economy rules, overhauls recycling with plastic pollution and beverage container reforms

SACRAMENTO /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ – Taking action to address growing global plastic pollution while spurring innovation and job creation, California is launching new recycling regulations, reforms and funding to reduce single-use plastic waste in our state through cutting-edge technology, CalRecycle announced today. Paving the path for a circular-use economy that reuses materials and products for as […]

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MCT Reports a 20.9% Increase In Mortgage Lock Volume Amidst Rising Rates for March 2024

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology, has reported a 20.9% increase in mortgage lock volume in February compared to the previous month. To gain comprehensive insights into the market dynamics, industry professionals and enthusiasts are invited to download the complete […]

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Informative Research Announces Mortgage Lenders Using Fannie Mae Desktop Underwriter Can Now Validate Income & Employment with AccountChek

GARDEN GROVE, Calif. /California Newswire/ — GARDEN GROVE, Calif., March 7, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Informative Research, a leading technology platform that delivers data-driven solutions to the lending community, announced that lenders using Fannie Mae’s Desktop Underwriter® (DU®) can now leverage a 12-month asset verification report to validate income and employment in addition to assets […]

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Publishers Newswire announces its Semi-annual BOOKS TO BOOKMARK List for Spring 2024 with 8 New Books You’ve Never Heard Of

TEMECULA, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Publishers Newswire (PNW), an online news publisher covering books, music and software launched in 2004, has announced its latest semi-annual “books to bookmark” list of eight new and interesting books from small publishers and self-published authors in North America published over the past year. These books are often overlooked due […]

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Mortgage Capital Markets Tech Leader MCT Releases Custom TBA Indications to Provide Price Discovery for Illiquid Coupons

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology, today announced the release of pricing indications for the to-be-announced mortgage-backed securities (TBAs) used by mortgage lenders to hedge their open mortgage pipelines. TBA indications improve transparency in illiquid market segments and act as […]

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Secured Signing unveils cutting-edge features and delivering a best-in-class signing experience

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Secured Signing, a leading provider of digital signature solutions, today announced the release of its latest version, featuring a range of innovative features and enhancements designed to make the signing process smoother and more efficient than ever. These updates benefit users of the We Sign, Form Filler templates, and […]

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CDF Labor Law LLP Expands Firm Leadership, Elevates Six Women in California

IRVINE, Calif. /California Newswire/ — CDF Labor Law LLP is proud to announce the promotion of two attorneys to Partner and four to Senior Counsel, all of whom are talented women employment defense litigators. These promotions reflect our commitment to cultivating an inclusive environment that values and advances our team members’ diverse skills and contributions. […]

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Calif. Gov. Newsom Welcomes Swedish Delegation and Signs Climate Partnership with Sweden

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — On Tuesday (Feb. 20), Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom welcomed Their Royal Highnesses the Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel of Sweden as they continue their four-day official visit to California. During the visit, California and Sweden signed a Letter of Cooperation (LOC), renewing a […]

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Calif. Gov. Newsom Announces Appointments for 2.20.24 including to Peace Officer Standards Accountability Advisory Board

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/– On Tuesday, Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments: First, Glynnis Vaughan, of Sacramento, has been appointed Deputy Director of Public Affairs at the California Department of Cannabis Control. Vaughan has been Director of Partnerships & Engagement at Alacrity Canada since 2023. Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — Calif. Gov. […]

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IRS Solutions Software Announces Release of IRS Advance Notice: Tracks and Alerts Users to IRS Transcript Changes

VALENCIA, Calif. /California Newswire/ — IRS Solutions® announces the addition of IRS Advance Notice™ (IAN) to the industry’s favorite tax resolution platform. The new feature detects and alerts tax professionals to changes on client IRS transcripts, often months in advance of official notification by mail. CPAs, Enrolled Agents, Attorneys and other tax specialists can work […]

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San Diego-based Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. earns 2024 HW Tech100 Award for 5th Consecutive Year

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology, was announced as a 2024 HousingWire Tech100 Mortgage Winner for the 5th consecutive year. For more than a decade, HousingWire’s Tech100 program has identified and recognized the most innovative technology companies serving the mortgage […]

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The LA Sports Council Announces New CEO Matthew Cacciato

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The LA Sports Council, the region’s premier sports trade association, is proud to announce the hiring of a new President and CEO of the organization, Matthew Cacciato. As President, Cacciato’s first initiative will be the organization’s 19th Annual LA Sports Awards, a flagship celebration honoring the best in LA […]

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Monthly Mortgage Volume Increases 13.96% In Latest Feb. 2024 MCT Indices Report

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology, announced today an increase of 13.96% in mortgage lock volume compared to the previous month. To gain comprehensive insights into the market dynamics, industry professionals and enthusiasts are invited to download the complete report. […]

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Pickleball Game, Set, Match! Dink Productions Serves Up First-Ever Pickleball Full-Length Feature Film, ‘In a Pickle’

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Dink Productions launches a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter for their upcoming movie “In a Pickle.” By engaging the vibrant pickleball community in this campaign, Dink Productions aims to showcase the massive audience awaiting to see this movie come to life. Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — Pickleball Game, Set, Match! […]

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KROST CPAs Is Ranked Among CalCPA’s Top 150 Firms for 2023-24

PASADENA, Calif. /California Newswire/ — KROST CPAs and Consultants has been named one of the Top 150 Firms for 2023-2024 by CalCPA. This award recognizes the firm, with 100% membership. The company is ranked 33rd on the list. The recognition reflects KROST’s dedication to professional development and the CalCPA organization. Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — […]

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10th Annual Cursive is Cool Contest 2024 Launches for Students in North America

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The American Handwriting Analysis Foundation announced that their annual “Cursive is Cool”® contest is now open to North American students from Kindergarten to Grade 6. The contest dates are January 23 through April 15, 2024. Students are encouraged to enter early. Prizes will be awarded for First Place, Second […]

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BHERC Caps Monumental Film Season with 2024 S.E. Manly African American Short Film Showcase Closing Weekend

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center (BHERC) is pleased to announce the 29th Annual S. E. Manly African American Short Film Showcase (SEMAASFS) closing event, the weekend of January 19-21st, it will include 50 short films. BHERC is also hosting students to see the must-see film Origin, by talented […]

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MCT FINANCE NEWS: Seasonal Lows Contribute to 13.71% Drop In Mortgage Volume

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), a leading mortgage hedge advisory and secondary marketing software firm, revealed today a 13.71% decline in mortgage lock volume compared to the previous month. To gain comprehensive insights into the market dynamics, industry professionals and enthusiasts are invited to download the complete report. Originally […]

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Nibav Lifts expands to San Francisco with Pioneering Air-driven Vertical Transportation Solutions

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Nibav Lifts USA, a leading home elevator company, is thrilled to announce its expansion into the vibrant city of San Francisco, California. This strategic move signifies a momentous leap for the company as it extends its presence into one of the most dynamic and architecturally significant cities in the […]

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Soberlink and Global Divorce Experts Collaborate to Prioritize Children’s Well-Being During International Child-Centered Divorce Month

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Soberlink, the leader in remote alcohol monitoring technology, is proud to announce its partnership with divorce experts worldwide in support of International Child-Centered Divorce Month. As families navigate the complexities of divorce, Soberlink is dedicated to providing family law professionals and parents with discreet, convenient, and court-admissible alcohol testing […]

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Fineshare FineVoice New 1.5 Version Upgrade offers a Versatile AI Voice Studio

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The usage of audio is in-depth in different areas. However, making voiceovers takes lots of time and is highly skilled. Creators who tried dub can’t always get satisfying results and creators with speech difficulty cannot dub. Moreover, hiring voice actors is expensive. As an intelligent software company, Fineshare brings […]

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Las Positas College Students Launch Financial Literacy Nonprofit: FinLit Initiative

LIVERMORE, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Four students from Las Positas College have taken on the challenge of improving financial education and resources among college students in California. Their non-profit organization, FinLit Initiative, has recently gained 501(c)(3) status and has already made a significant impact on students across the state. Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — Las […]

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‘Best in the West’ Champions Reunite in Westlake Village to Open 101 BBQ Hut

WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. /California Newswire/ — 101 BBQ Hut, formerly known as Willy’s Smokehouse and Rib Ticklers BBQ, announces its grand opening on January 13, 2024. This exciting event will showcase their award-winning BBQ and Blue Ribbon Sauces to the local community. The venture, helmed by Marco Gonzalez and Dennis Ofsthun, traces its roots back […]

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IN A PICKLE, is a new Indie Film that Serves up Laughter and Love for the Pickleball Community

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Dink Productions today announced the upcoming production of “In a Pickle: A Comedy. With Balls,” the first ever full-length feature film about the fastest growing sport in the U.S., pickleball. The brainchild of former tennis player turned pickleball enthusiast, Dan Brooks, and Jason Reid, one of the leading builders […]

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A PAGA Legal Victory to Ring in the New Year: Trial Court Holds LWDA Responsible for Prevailing Employer’s Costs

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Last week a trial court in Alameda County entered an order permitting Hobby Lobby Stores, Inc. to recover nearly $125,000 in costs from the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA). Hobby Lobby incurred these costs during six years of hard-fought litigation involving claims brought under California’s Private Attorneys […]

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Calif. Gov. Newsom Announces World-Leading Science & Technology Research Center in L.A. for 2024

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — On Wednesday, Jan. 3, Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom, joined by University of California (UC) President Michael Drake, UCLA Chancellor Gene Block, representatives of Google, elected officials, and academic, business, and health care leaders announced the state has acquired the former Westside Pavilion shopping mall in Los Angeles. The site […]

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Calif. Gov. Newsom Announces Appointments for Jan. 2, 2024, including to Student Aid Commission

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — On Tuesday, Jan. 2, Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom announced the following appointments, including to Office of the State Public Defender, the California Student Aid Commission, the Commission on Disability Access, and to the California Exposition and State Fair Board of Directors. Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — Calif. Gov. Newsom Announces […]

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New California Laws in Effect as of Jan. 1, 2024, including Landmark Reproductive Rights Legislation

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — In partnership with the Legislature, Caliofrnia Governor Gavin Newsom this year signed landmark legislation to support the reproductive rights of Californians, increase affordable housing, hold Big Oil accountable, and protect the safety, health, and well-being of all Californians. New laws impact reproductive rights, the opioid crisis, and mental health crisis. […]

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Comedians with Disabilities Act makes its debut at SF Sketchfest 2024, at Alameda Comedy Club

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The Comedians with Disabilities Act (CWDA) debuted in 2010 and has been going strong since. February 1, 2024 at the Alameda Comedy Club CWDA will make its SF Sketchfest debut. CWDA is a collection of comedians with disabilities, both seen and unseen. It was the brainchild of comedian Michael […]

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Digitl Mediums announces partnership with MYM Organics, an eco-lifestyle brand encompassing healthy living through organic fashion

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Digitl Mediums, a bi-coastal boutique full services consulting, marketing and branding company, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with MYM Organics, an Eco-Lifestyle brand encompassing healthy living through organic fashion. Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — Digitl Mediums announces partnership with MYM Organics, an eco-lifestyle brand encompassing healthy living […]

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California Safe Schools Celebrates 25th Anniversary and Honors Environmental Health Heroes

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — On Monday, December 4, 2023 at the California Endowment in historic downtown Los Angeles, California Safe Schools, a celebrated children’s environmental health and environmental justice non-profit celebrated its 25th Anniversary with an event called “Your Life is Now” honoring seven trailblazing health and safety heroes and organizations. Originally published […]

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The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC) closes out 2023 with record-breaking ’12 Days of TMC’ in time for holiday congratulations

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, has wrapped up its fourth annual 12 Days of TMC, a virtual conference running from November 30 to December 15, 2023. The online event, spread over three weeks, featured several keynote speakers. Originally published on […]

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Monthly Mortgage Volume Decreases 10.7% In Latest MCT Indices Report for 2023/November

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), a leading mortgage hedge advisory and secondary marketing software firm, today announced a 10.7% decrease in mortgage lock volume in November compared to the previous month. This revelation comes as part of MCT’s monthly Lock Volume Indices report, offering valuable insights into the dynamic […]

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NotaryCam Authorized to Provide Remote Online Notarization Services in 2024 for California Transactions

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. /California Newswire/ — NotaryCam®, a Stewart-owned company and leading remote online notarization (RON) provider for real estate and legal transactions, announced today it will support remote online notarial acts in California beginning in 2024 following the passage of CA Senate Bill 696, which was signed into law by California Governor Gavin Newsom […]

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For Your Consideration: ‘The Next Big Hit’ – a martial arts musical comedy included in the big list of SAG and Oscars Awards

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Mark your calendars for Dec. 15, 2023, as Laemmle in Town Center 5 Encino is proud to present a film that is set to be nothing less than awe-inspiring. “The Next Big Hit” is a masterpiece that promises to inspire you to think outside the box and embrace originality, says […]

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Publishers Newswire announces its latest ‘Books to Bookmark’ List for Dec. 2023 – 8 Books You’ve Likely Never Seen Before

TEMECULA, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Publishers Newswire (PNW), a news publisher covering books, music and software launched in 2004, has announced its latest semiannual “books to bookmark” list of 8 new and interesting books from small publishers and self-published authors in North America published over the past year. These books are often overlooked due to […]

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Artists’ Addiction Records and Tavola Productions Announce Original Television Soundtrack to Cooking Show ‘Lidia’s Kitchen’

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Artists’ Addiction Records and Tavola Productions have teamed up for the release of the “LIDIA’S KITCHEN: ORIGINAL TELEVISION SOUNDTRACK,” on December 15, 2023; available on all digital platforms. The album is the musical backdrop to the beloved public television show “Lidia’s Kitchen” hosted by world-renowned chef, restaurateur, cookbook author, […]

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San Francisco Chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier International Announces Two Bay Area Women Receive Mentorship Grants

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The San Francisco Chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI-SF) is thrilled to announce the grant winners of their inaugural 2023 Female Entrepreneurship Grant and Mentorship program: Stephanie de la Cruz of De La Creamery in Oakland and Wendy Lieu of Socola Chocolatier in San Francisco. Originally published on […]

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Empire Strykers of the Major Arena Soccer League Sign Marco Fabian, International Soccer Star

ONTARIO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The Empire Strykers of the Major Arena Soccer League (MASL), have announced the signing of former Mexican International Marco Fabian to a two-year contract. The monetary terms of the deal were not disclosed as per policy of the MASL. The contract is a landmark deal in the MASL, North America’s […]

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Gemoo Introduces Wordance: Transform Plain Text into Engaging Music-Synced Videos in Minutes

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Gemoo, the developer of FocuSee, announced the launch of Wordance, a revolutionary AI-powered tool designed to empower users to create captivating music-synced videos and GIFs from plain text effortlessly. Whether for an indie hacker, startup team member, digital marketer, or content creator, Wordance is the go-to solution for generating […]

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The Mortgage Collaborative Adds Four Mortgage Industry Luminaries to 2024 Board of Directors

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, today announced four additions to its 2024 Management Board of Directors. Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — The Mortgage Collaborative Adds Four Mortgage Industry Luminaries to 2024 Board of Directors

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Legacy Launch Pad Announces ‘The EPIC Goal Workbook’ by Goal Setting Speaker Anna David

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Legacy Launch Pad Publishing has released “The EPIC Goal Workbook: The Guide to Achieving Extraordinary, Powerful, Impactful and Courageous Goals” (ISBN: 978-1956955682; paperback), written by Anna David, a leading speaker on goal setting. Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — Legacy Launch Pad Announces ‘The EPIC Goal Workbook’ by Goal Setting […]

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Nibav Home Lifts Launches First-of-its-Kind Experience Center in California for Home Design

IRVINE, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Nibav Home Lifts, a leader in home mobility solutions, is thrilled to unveil the grand opening of its inaugural Experience Center located in the heart of California. This significant milestone marks a substantial stride for the company as it expands its footprint in the United States, bringing a blend of […]

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Introducing PRToolFinder Community: A Unique Dedicated Online Hub for PR Tools, APRs and Consultants

MARTINEZ, Calif. /California Newswire/ — PRToolFinder announced the official launch of its new membership-based platform, PRToolFinder Community. The innovative platform builds upon the PRToolFinder database with the addition of a PR Consultant Directory and Forum functionality to help connect PR consultants and business leaders seeking assistance. Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — Introducing PRToolFinder Community: A […]

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Glancy Wine Education Foundation wraps Auction 2023 Seeking Pledges for Giving Tuesday

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The Glancy Wine Education Foundation (GWEF) raised $21,949 at the 12th Anniversary Celebration and Scholarship Auction with the San Francisco Wine School on November 11. A lively event with a signature Somm Olympics component featuring past scholarship winner Tonya Pitts. Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — Glancy Wine Education Foundation […]

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NotaryCam approved to provide RON and eNotary for Illinois notaries

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. /California Newswire/ — NotaryCam®, a Stewart-owned company and a pioneer in providing remote online notarization and identity verification/authentication technology for real estate and legal transactions, announced today the Illinois Department of Secretary of State has approved the company to provide both eNotary and remote online notarization (RON) services to notaries public registered […]

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Sonoma-based Merriam Vineyards declares 2023 a ‘first class’ vintage in newly CCOF Certified Winery

SONOMA, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Merriam Vineyards, located in California’s Russian River AVA, wrapped up the 2023 harvest with much to celebrate. Winemaker William Weese states that this year is poised to produce a “great and first-class vintage” for Merriam’s award-winning cool-climate varieties, especially its Pinot Noir. Throughout Sonoma County and many AVAs within California, […]

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Adoption Fairytale Videobook for ‘Love Without Wings’ to Release on National Adoption Day 2023

SANTA CLARITA, Calif. /California Newswire/ — “Love Without Wings: An Adoption Fairytale” (ISBN: 979-8986768045), was released one year ago and now it’s also available as a read-along videobook narrated by Rayyah McCaul with an original music score by Sleeps Under Beams. The author, Adam Swain Ferguson, founder, Purple Fox Entertainment, says that the book and […]

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NGPA Celebrates 10th Industry Expo: NGPA Winter Warm-Up Registration Now Open for LGBTQ Aviation Pros

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The NGPA is thrilled to announce another captivating series of events set to take place in the sunny city of Palm Springs. The NGPA Palm Springs Events will encompass a wide range of activities, including a career fair, industry expo, networking socials, a weekend fly-in, member socials, hiring sessions, […]

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Olea Kiosks Introduces Redesigned Edition of its Indoor and Outdoor Geneva Kiosk

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Olea Kiosks®, a visionary provider of self-service kiosk solutions, announced a redesign of its popular Geneva kiosk as it debuts this new model at International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAPPA) in Orlando November 14 to 17, 2023. Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — Olea Kiosks Introduces Redesigned Edition […]

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L.A.-based marketing firm, Digitl Mediums announces partnership with David Claytor and SureThing Productions

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Digitl Mediums, a bi-coastal boutique full services consulting, marketing and branding company, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with SureThing Productions, a renowned name in the entertainment industry. Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — L.A.-based marketing firm, Digitl Mediums announces partnership with David Claytor and SureThing Productions

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The California Association of Veteran Service Agencies (CAVSA) Annual Report: Continued Challenges for the Golden State’s 1.38 Million Veterans

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Today, the California Association of Veteran Service Agencies (CAVSA), a consortium of six non-profit veteran service providers, released its 2023 California Veterans Community Report, providing data and analysis on the current challenges faced by California veterans, highlighting the strides made in the past year, and presenting their advocacy strategy for […]

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Homebuilding Veteran Mitchell Bradford Joins Diversified Pacific in California

RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Real estate veteran Mitchell Bradford has joined the talented team at Diversified Pacific. His 35 years of experience and leadership in the industry as a homebuilder and multi-family investor/owner will play a key role in the company as it seeks to grow and expand its reach and focus. Originally […]

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Mortgage Volume Continues Downward Trend in Q4/2023 in Latest MCT November Indices Report

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), a leading mortgage hedge advisory and secondary marketing software firm, reported today a drop of 17.76% in mortgage lock volume over the prior month. Loan originations for October continued to dip as mortgage rates hovered around 8% and lack of housing supply continues to […]

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Neotrope expands AI image service for its online press release distribution solutions

TEMECULA, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Today, Neotrope®, a 40+ year old tech and marketing firm, and Send2Press® Newswire, a 24 year old online newswire service, announce updated use of AI tools for client image optimization, such as upscaling and generative fill to make news images better for social and syndication. Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — […]

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Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation & Institute announces opening of 2024 season for the Great Communicator Debate Series

SIMI VALLEY, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute is proud to announce the start of the 2024 season for the Great Communicator Debate Series (GCDS). The debate competition features a series of regional competitions across America culminating in the National Championship hosted at The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in California. […]

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Legacy Launch Pad announces book: ‘Sustainability in the Air’ to Offer Climate Change Hope

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Legacy Launch Pad Publishing proudly presents “Sustainability in the Air: The Innovators Helping the Aviation Industry Take Climate Action” (ISBN: 978-1-956955-80-4 [ebook]; 978-1-956955-81-1 [paperback]), co-authored by Shashank Nigam and Dirk Singer, respectively the Founder & CEO and the Head of Sustainability of aviation consulting firm SimpliFlying. Originally published on […]

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Emerging Neurotech Startups to Present at the 2023 Neurotech Leaders Forum in San Francisco

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Neurotech Reports, the publisher of the Neurotech Business Report newsletter, announced that several promising neurotechnology startups and early-stage firms will present at the 2023 Neurotech Leaders Forum in San Francisco, November 6-7. The 23rd annual event-the most established in the industry-will also feature presentations and panel discussions on important […]

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Send2Press and NEOTROPE caution marketing and PR firms to stop spooking clients with online ghost posts

TEMECULA, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Today, Neotrope, a 40+ year old marketing firm based in California, and Send2Press Newswire, a 24 year old online newswire service, caution PR and marketing pros about the fallacy of using questionable newswire services to place client news announcements on invisible, pointless news platforms, to scare up false and misleading […]

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Nandita Bakhshi to Join Teresa Bryce Bazemore in Conversation at Financial Women of San Francisco 2023 Annual

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF) today announced that Nandita Bakhshi, Special Advisor and Board Member at BMO Financial Group and Former CEO of Bank of the West, will be the guest moderator as FWSF honors Teresa Bryce Bazemore, President and CEO of the Federal Home Loan Bank of […]

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Gemoo Releases FocuSee: Innovative Screen Recording App with Auto Editing

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Gemoo, an innovative startup team aiming to simplify the workflow of video creation, editing, and sharing, has launched FocuSee, a groundbreaking screen recording application with auto-editing features designed to empower users without video editing skills to craft stunning tutorial, promotional, sales, and demo videos in minutes. Originally published on […]

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Veteran Hospitality Duo Opening ‘The Daily Outpost’ a New Venue At Iconic Restaurant Corner In Studio City

STUDIO CITY, Calif. /California Newswire/ — For decades, Laurel Canyon Blvd. and Ventura Blvd. have been a crossroad for some of Studio City’s most dynamic restaurant ventures. Now, two proven restaurateurs, Brian Lenzo (Blue Palms Brewhouse and many others) and Dick Raskin (Shanghai Rose) have teamed up to launch a brand new 144-seat eatery, The […]

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Culture Wine Co. Launches in San Francisco to Enhance Representation of South African Wine In The U.S.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Culture Wine Co. launches today as the sole importer, wholesaler, e-commerce retailer and wine club in the United States dedicated exclusively to the wines of South Africa. The goal? To drastically increase the representation and import-value of South African wine in the United States. Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — […]

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San Francisco Wine School: 2023 SOMM Olympics Spotlights Rising Wine Talent and Supports Educational Scholarships

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — On Saturday, November 11th from 3:30-8pm, San Francisco Wine School invites the public to join their 12th Anniversary Celebration and Scholarship Auction featuring their signature Somm Olympics event benefiting the Glancy Wine Education Foundation, which provides scholarships to wine & hospitality professionals from diverse communities demonstrating financial need. […]

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Landmark Study Reveals $2B Increase in Economic Impact of Sports in So. California, Revealing Significant Growth Post-Pandemic

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — LA Sports Council, the region’s premier sports trade association, and the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC) released “Sports in the Los Angeles Basin: The 2023 Economic Impact Analysis” at the Metro LA Sports Innovation Conference on Tuesday, detailing a region charging back with more growth on the […]

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The Mortgage Collaborative Announces its Selected 2024 Board of Directors and Advisory Council

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, today announced its 2024 Board of Directors and Advisory Council. Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — The Mortgage Collaborative Announces its Selected 2024 Board of Directors and Advisory Council

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TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP Invests in Halcyon to Better Serve Mortgage Industry

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, announced today that the TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP (the “Fund”) has made its latest investment in Halcyon. Halcyon’s suite of services provides financial institutions with a 360-degree financial relationship with its customers by affordably […]

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