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MMDI's Rebound HRD V Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance
Wed, 29 Apr 2009, 11:42:28 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., April 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Minnesota Medical Development, Inc. (MMDI) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted 510(k) clearance to its new Rebound HRD V (Hernia Repair Device). The Rebound HRD V is intended to assist in the repair and/or reinforcement of hernia or other soft tissue defects where weakness exists and where the support of a nonabsorbable material is preferred.

Det-Tronics Enhances Safety Surveillance System
Wed, 22 Apr 2009, 12:32:14 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., April 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Detector Electronics Corporation (Det-Tronics) has announced enhancements to its xWatch® camera and surveillance system. Options include viewing hazards over an internet connection and recording activities before, during, and after hazardous events. Det-Tronics manufactures flame detectors, gas detectors, and safety systems and is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX).

Over 250 Twin Cities Residents Will Participate in Innovative Academic Event Focused on Responsible Global Citizenship
Fri, 17 Apr 2009, 13:26:28 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
SAINT PAUL, Minn., April 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On Saturday, April 25, 2009, over 250 middle and high school students, volunteer judges, educational leaders and community guests from around the Twin Cities will convene at Macalester College in St. Paul to participate in Minnesota's First Annual World Affairs Challenge(TM), hosted by global education non-profit World Savvy in partnership with Macalester College's Institute for Global Citizenship.

E85 Ethanol Comes to Main Street - 1,457 Cities selling E85
Fri, 17 Apr 2009, 11:00:07 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., April 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- E85Prices.com is reporting that the United States now has 1,986 stations selling E85 ethanol fuel across 1,427 cities. In 2005 there were less than 500 stations across 400 cities selling E85. E85 ethanol is no longer a Midwest only fuel. E85 has spread to both coasts.

Parallel Technologies Recognized by Cisco as a Video Surveillance Authorized Technology Provider in USA
Thu, 16 Apr 2009, 16:55:17 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., April 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Parallel Technologies, Inc. announced today that it has achieved Video Surveillance Authorized Technology Provider (ATP) status from Cisco(R). This designation recognizes Parallel Technologies as having fulfilled the training requirements and program prerequisites to design, resell, install and maintain a full range of video surveillance and access-control solutions.

Ely, Minnesota Celebrates 15th Annual Winter Festival Feb 6-16, 2009
Tue, 13 Jan 2009, 14:37:48 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
ELY, Minn., Jan. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Preparations are underway for the Ely Winter Festival slated for February 6-16, 2009, in the northern Minnesota tourist city known for its local beauty and wilderness. The volunteer Board has announced a schedule of events for all ages, abilities and interests; ranging from Sled Dog Rides, an historic Voyageur Encampment, cross-country ski specials and outdoor ice skating; to a crafts fair, several dinners, musical concerts and art events taking place over the Festival's 10-day period.

Det-Tronics(R) Releases Versatile Display/Communicator for Gas Detectors
Mon, 08 Dec 2008, 12:45:57 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., Dec. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Detector Electronics Corporation (Det-Tronics) today announced the release of its FlexVu(TM) Model UD10 Universal Display, a life-safety display unit that provides non-intrusive calibration, local event logging, and third-party performance certifications. This display/communicator reduces spare-parts inventory by working with a wide spectrum of toxic and combustible gas sensors and by operating with industrial communication protocols such as HART(R) and Modbus. Det-Tronics is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX).

USPTO Issues a Notice of Allowance for MMDI's BetaWire(TM) Guidewire Patent
Wed, 19 Nov 2008, 10:51:10 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., Nov. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Minnesota Medical Development, Inc. (MMDI) today announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office has issued a Notice of Allowance for the company's BetaWire(TM) guidewire technology. The BetaWire(TM) is a super-torque interventional guidewire manufactured from a Beta Titanium alloy. Guidewires are thin, flexible wires that are used to facilitate the placement of balloon catheters and other diagnostic and therapeutic devices.

Det-Tronics Introduces Ultra-Fast H2S Gas Detector
Wed, 22 Oct 2008, 12:39:56 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., Oct. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Detector Electronics Corporation (Det-Tronics) today announced an NTMOS hydrogen sulfide (H2S) gas sensor that detects low H2S gas concentrations in five seconds or less while tolerating harsh environments that experience extreme temperature and/or humidity conditions. Det-Tronics is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX).

MN Specialty Foods Announces New Very Low Sodium Marinade
Fri, 15 Aug 2008, 12:32:20 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With the abundance of high-fructose corn syrup and high-sodium marinades on the market today, conscientious consumers are demanding healthier alternatives that still have big, bold flavors. In an answer to the challenge, Minnesota Specialty Foods is pleased to offer a deliciously spicy product that has NO HFCS, just 1g of sugar, and only 20 mg of sodium per serving: Judo Joel's Asian-Infused Jamaican Jerk Marinade.

MMDI's Rebound HRD(R) Receives Separate Reimbursement Procedure Coding for Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Tue, 12 Aug 2008, 13:18:45 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Minnesota Medical Development, Inc. (MMDI) today announced that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have agreed to create seven new ICD-9-CM reimbursement procedure codes for its new Rebound HRD (Hernia Repair Device). The new coding will become effective October 1, 2008. The Rebound HRD was recently FDA 510(k) cleared and is intended to assist in the repair and/or reinforcement of hernia or other soft tissue defects.

What about A-Rod's, Christie's and Britney's Kids? asks Child Divorce Advocate, Gwendy Mangiamele
Tue, 05 Aug 2008, 15:32:13 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Caring Creations launches national campaign to donate a B.B. Book, You and Me Make Three (ISBN: 978-0-9798088-0-7), and Bear in every school in America. A-Rod, Christie Brinkley and Britney Spears' kids aren't the only ones whose lives have been uprooted due to their parents' divorce. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, every year over one million children will suffer the effects of their parents' divorce or separation.

Boating Industry Magazine Announces 2008 Top 100 and Leadership Alliance
Tue, 24 Jun 2008, 12:12:28 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., June 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With the boating market facing some of the most difficult economic conditions in recent history, it is of vital importance that boating consumers are directed toward the most stable and professional dealers to buy and service their boats. Thanks to Boating Industry magazine and its soon-to-be-published list of the 2008 Top 100 Dealers, consumers will have access to the best of the best dealers at their fingertips in short order.

Det-Tronics Releases the MSHA-approved IR Methane Gas Detector
Fri, 18 Apr 2008, 10:14:42 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., April 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Detector Electronics Corporation (Det-Tronics) announced today the release of a new Mining IR (MIR) fixed methane gas detector approved by the U.S. Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) to their standards. Intended for installation in underground mines, the MIR combustible gas detector infrared light beam to accurately measure methane gas concentration. Det-Tronics is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX).

GoldenCare USA Provides CareOptionsOnLine(TM) to Bring Comprehensive Long-Term Care Planning to Their Policyholders
Tue, 08 Apr 2008, 08:38:43 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., April 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- GOLDENCARE USA now offers CareOptionsOnLine(TM), a comprehensive, interactive, care planning tool, to their policyholders. CareOptions has been helping patients, caregivers, and families make informed decisions about their care for over 20 years. Because GOLDENCARE USA believes the importance of long-term care planning cannot be over looked, their policyholders will receive CareOptions at no cost.

14th Annual Ely Winter Festival Feb 1-10 Features Snow Sculptures, Entertainment for the Whole Family
Mon, 21 Jan 2008, 13:05:59 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
ELY, Minn. - Jan. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Preparations are underway for the ten-day Ely Winter Festival being held February 1-10, 2008 in Ely, Minnesota. The cornerstone of the festival is the International Snow Sculpting Symposium in Whiteside Park with 20 'amateur' blocks and 20 large 'expert' blocks each carved by a three-person team.

Det-Tronics Receives FM approval for its Eagle Quantum Premier(R) Supervising System
Thu, 03 Jan 2008, 13:41:57 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Jan. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Det-Tronics Corporation (Detector Electronics) today announced that it has received FM approval on its Proprietary Supervising Station System, defined in NFPA 72 2002, for use with the Eagle Quantum Premier(R) (EQP) system.

Boating Industry Magazine Announces 2007 Top 100 and Leadership Alliance
Wed, 02 Jan 2008, 08:30:11 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Jan. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Under the gray skies of today's troubled economy, it's critical now more than ever that boating consumers find reliable, reputable dealers with the staying power to guide them through a lifetime of boating journeys. These consumers now have a trusted source they can turn to, thanks to Boating Industry magazine's third annual Top 100 Dealers.

Vacation Research and Planning Enhanced with Video
Wed, 31 Oct 2007, 08:53:20 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Oct. 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- This was a bond that was just meant to happen. ResortsandLodges.com, a niche portal Web site that provides advertising for the hospitality and travel industry, recently completed a successful pilot program that brings high-quality, full-motion video to Internet users exploring their options in travel. The Web site is now the first and only one in its niche.

ResortsandLodges.com Collects International Award for Superior Website Design
Tue, 23 Oct 2007, 01:08:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Oct. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ResortsandLodges.com, a leading niche portal Web site from Travelnet Solutions, Inc., providing advertising for the hospitality and travel industry, has received a WebAward for excellence in Web site design and development from the Web Marketing Association (WMA). The company was chosen from among 2,400 entries from more than 40 countries.

HotGigs Co-Founder to Present at DirectEmployers Association Annual Meeting in Las Vegas
Tue, 09 Oct 2007, 20:30:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Oct. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- At this week's annual meeting of the DirectEmployers Association in Las Vegas, Doug Berg, Chief Gigster of HotGigs, Inc. will present a case study reviewing the results achieved by a Fortune 100 pharmaceutical company that implemented HotGigs' Jobs2Web career site optimization solution. The presentation will detail how the client company was able to drive hundreds of qualified candidates directly from major search engines.

HotGigs Welcomes Consultant Member 100,000 to its Online Staffing Exchange Corporation
Tue, 02 Oct 2007, 14:47:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Oct. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HotGigs Inc., an innovative provider of staffing solutions and services, announced that it achieved a membership milestone on the HotGigs Staffing Exchange, when Minneapolis-based business planning and management consultant Craig Kalscheur registered as the 100,000th consultant member.

Music on New Album is Classy Yet Casual and was Designed to Help Listeners Find New Ways of Thinking
Mon, 24 Sep 2007, 05:17:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Sept. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With a new genre of music called axuality, guitarist Brian Butler is composing and performing music with a lofty goal: to improve listeners' mental outlook while enjoying cool, unique guitar playing. Whether performing live or when recording his just-released album, also entitled 'Axuality,' Brian Butler improvises layers of sounds in order to emphasize the purity of the creative process.

GSP Economic Architecture Expert to Speak at the 12th Annual Minnesota Development Conference
Tue, 18 Sep 2007, 18:53:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Sept. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Leading economic development expert Dr. Jerry Paytas will discuss Regional Competitiveness: Best Practices and Lessons Learned at the 12th Annual Minnesota Development Conference 'Harnessing Minnesota's Ingenuity' on September 26, 2007. Paytas, Director of Research at GSP Consulting, is a nationally-recognized economic development expert.

The Ultimate Credit Repair Book Reveals Secrets to Creating Economic Independence
Fri, 24 Aug 2007, 18:48:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
MOORHEAD, Minn. - Aug. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Eagle Enterprises, a financial consulting firm, announces its new publishing division, Eagle Publishing, and launches its first book - The Ultimate Credit Repair Book (ISBN: 10-0-9798153-0-4). Authored by James Young, the book guides readers who are seeking to repair their credit or to improve their credit score by 120 points or more.

HotGigs Inc. Names Gregg Bjork Executive Vice President of Sales
Tue, 21 Aug 2007, 19:12:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Aug. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HotGigs Inc., an innovator in web-based contract workforce solutions, announced that it has appointed Gregg Bjork as its new vice president of sales. Bjork has 15 years of senior management experience and more than 23 years experience in software and technology businesses.

MMDI's Rebound HRD(TM) Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance
Tue, 21 Aug 2007, 15:46:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Aug. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Minnesota Medical Development, Inc. (MMDI) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted 510(k) clearance to its new Rebound HRD(TM) (Hernia Repair Device). The Rebound HRD is intended to assist in the repair and/or reinforcement of hernia or other soft tissue defects where weakness exists and where the support of a nonabsorbable material is preferred.

NOW Micro, Inc Awarded Minnesota State Information Technology Solutions (ITS) Contract
Thu, 09 Aug 2007, 19:27:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
SAINT PAUL, Minn. - Aug. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- NOW Micro, Inc., a manufacturer of custom configured computer systems based in St. Paul, was recently awarded a contract with the State of Minnesota for the purpose of providing Information Technology Solutions (ITS) Products and Services.

SIL-2 Safety Certified Fire and Gas Detection System
Tue, 31 Jul 2007, 15:40:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - July 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Detector Electronics Corporation (Det-Tronics) today announced the release of a fire and gas detection system certified for applications to Safety Integrity Level 2 (SIL-2) by the globally-recognized certification agencies exida and TuV Nord.

Genesis10 Launches New Online Business Unit - Genesis10 Select
Thu, 21 Jun 2007, 14:02:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - June 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Genesis10, a New York City-based leader in business and technology consulting, has partnered with HotGigs Inc., an innovator in web-based contract workforce solutions, to build Genesis10 Select, a customized and secure online portal that facilitates interaction between Genesis10's clients and consultants.

HotGigs Inc. Names Ken Holec as New CEO
Tue, 12 Jun 2007, 13:30:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - June 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HotGigs Inc., an innovator in web-based contract workforce solutions, appointed Ken Holec as its new chief executive officer. Holec has spent his entire career in the software industry, including 17 years in President and CEO roles. He also has significant background in the Human Capital Management solutions industry.

Boating Industry Magazine Announces 2007 Top 100 and Leadership Alliance
Wed, 30 May 2007, 05:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - May 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With gas prices hovering above $3 a gallon and expected to creep higher throughout the summer, it is critical now more than ever that boating consumers find reputable dealers to buy from and service their boats. Thanks to Boating Industry magazine and its soon-to-be-published list of the 2007 Top 100 Dealers, consumers will soon have the definitive list of the best-of-the-best dealers at their fingertips.

Minnetonka Audio Ships AudioTools(TM) Batch Pro(TM)
Thu, 24 May 2007, 20:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MINNETONKA, Minn. - May 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Minnetonka Audio Software ships AudioTools(TM) Batch Pro(TM), an out-of-the-box application that will revolutionize the way audio assets are managed and processed. Batch Pro is the industry's first fully automated processing tool for audio assets.

HotGigs 2007 IT Contract Workforce Report Reveals Top 20 IT Talent Areas
Tue, 20 Mar 2007, 14:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Mar. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Demand for contract workers with information technology skills is on the rise in the U.S. and Canada, with enterprise resource planning (ERP), Web development and project management skills leading the way, according to the HotGigs 2007 IT Contract Workforce Report, released today.

Minnetonka Audio Announces AudioTools Consult
Thu, 08 Mar 2007, 16:15:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MINNETONKA, Minn. - Mar. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Minnetonka Audio Software announces AudioTools(TM) Consult(TM), a workflow assessment, custom engineering and software development service designed to automate complex audio workflow processes.

Minnetonka Audio Announces AudioTools Batch Pro
Thu, 01 Mar 2007, 00:01:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNETONKA, Minn. - Mar. 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Minnetonka Audio Software announces AudioTools Batch Pro, an out-of-the-box software application that will revolutionize the way the audio assets are managed and processed. Part of Minnetonka AudioTools structured workflow; Batch Pro is the industry's first fully automated processing tool for audio assets.

HotGigs Inc. Enhances Website with Web 2.0 Features to Further Streamline the Staffing Supply Chain
Wed, 31 Jan 2007, 13:54:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Jan. 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HotGigs Inc., an innovator in web-based staffing solutions, has upgraded its online staffing exchange HotGigs.com, adding new tools and capabilities, such as the ability to compare billable hourly rates for a large variety of consulting professions.

Fairytale Deal Transforms Builder's Surplus into Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity's ReStore
Mon, 22 Jan 2007, 13:58:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Jan. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Who says wishes don't come true? Call it a fairytale ending, the ultimate Christmas gift, an answered prayer, or just good karma, but something magical happened at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity (TCHFH) this past holiday season.

Give a 'Gorilla Hug' for National Hugging Day - January 21, 2007
Tue, 16 Jan 2007, 20:02:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Jan. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Is there someone you want to hug? January 21 is your chance! Marianne Richmond, author and illustrator of the new 'Fish Kisses and Gorilla Hugs' (ISBN 10: 1-934082-03-4, $15.95), offers a few options for National Hugging Day.

Hollywood Moms Now Have Place to Put Their Coffee and They Owe it to CarryYou.com
Tue, 16 Jan 2007, 16:54:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Jan. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Carry You, LLC, a Minneapolis-based family company, was invited to kick off the awards season and to participate in the Boom Boom Room - the ultimate gifting suite for Hollywood parents and their little ones.

Think Pink Snow
Mon, 08 Jan 2007, 21:07:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
GRAND MARAIS, Minn. - Jan. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Hope for snow and look for pink at this year's John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon. In an effort to raise awareness for breast cancer the Blacks from Black Magic Kennels started a dog adoption program. They have partnered with Susan Prom of Pink Paddles and through their partnership they hope to raise $1200 for the National Breast Care Foundation.

Eris Apparel Designs Sexy and Comfortable Clothing for the Busty Figure
Fri, 01 Dec 2006, 20:13:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Dec. 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Average-sized women with larger busts often meet challenges when it comes to finding that perfect cocktail dress or that professional-looking jacket for an important meeting; Eris Apparel has designed not only a solution, but also an attractive clothing line that rises to fit any occasion.

Boating Industry Magazine Announces 2006 Top 100 and Leadership Alliance
Tue, 28 Nov 2006, 22:03:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., Nov. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Buying and servicing a boat has become a much easier task for consumers around the country, thanks to Boating Industry magazine's second annual Top 100 Dealers, a ranking of an incredibly powerful group of marine dealers that generated more than $2.88 billion in retail sales, or nearly 8 percent of the entire $37 billion marine market.

Nationally-Renowned Consulting Firm Establishes Office in Minneapolis - Former Legislator Lynne Osterman Tapped to Lead Operations
Wed, 15 Nov 2006, 20:11:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Nov. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A specialty government and economic development consulting firm is extending its reach further into the Midwest as it announced today the opening of an office in Minneapolis. GSP Consulting, based in Pittsburgh, Pa., has announced it will establish its 10th office in Minneapolis. Led by former legislator and leading bioscience advocate Lynne Osterman, the firm will bring to the marketplace its unique brand of government and economic development consulting.

Minneapolis Author and Illustrator Sells One Millionth Book and Beats Publishing Odds
Thu, 02 Nov 2006, 16:30:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Nov. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Marianne Richmond, president of Marianne Richmond Studios, Inc., is quietly solidifying her niche as a proven player in the sales-challenged book world, passing the sale of a remarkable one millionth book.

PhotoBook Press Announces the 'Book in Me' Contest
Mon, 14 Aug 2006, 19:38:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - Aug. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PhotoBook Press knows we all have a book in us and announces a great new way to have this dream realized - The Book in Me Contest. PhotoBook Press, custom publisher of fine photographic memoirs, announces the contest for everyone with a great photo book idea, who always wanted a professionally printed book of their favorite, most meaningful photographs. The contest is designed to show how rewarding it is to tell a story using historical photographs or modern digital images AND how easy it is to create a beautiful book to document and share that story.

National Telly Award Honors American Indian Homelands: Matters of Truth, Honor and Dignity - Immemorial
Thu, 22 Jun 2006, 01:37:00 GMT — Edited by Carly M. Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - June 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Vanbar Productions, a Minneapolis-based documentary production company, has won a 2005/2006 Telly Award, one of the electronic media's most prestigious, for outstanding production achievement for its production of American Indian Homelands: Matters Of Truth, Honor And Dignity - Immemorial.

High-End Hosting Service Company Offers Low-End Prices
Tue, 30 May 2006, 15:49:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - May 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As the host for several hundred dedicated servers for customers from all over the world, Datarealm Internet Services, Inc. is proud to offer new and existing customers quality services at budget prices.

Online Casino Invests $11,000 to Pull Warren Buffett's Strings
Fri, 26 May 2006, 17:05:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - May 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Popular online casino and eBay shopaholic GoldenPalace.com has added another winner to their portfolio today by acquiring Warren Buffett's signed DQ Ukulele for $11,211. The instrument was specially made for Buffett by Dairy Queen, a longtime economic and gastronomic favorite of the billionaire investor. The instrument has been personally played, and signed by Buffett who is widely regarded as the most successful value investor of all time.

Laptop Computer Missing from Hospital - Critical Patient Data Protected by The CyberAngel(R), Laptop Recovered
Mon, 08 May 2006, 19:48:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
ALEXANDRIA, MN - May 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) - CyberAngel(R) Security Solutions, Inc. (CSS, Inc.), a leader in computer Data Protection and Tracking & Recovery, is making headlines in Minnesota. On October 12th, a representative of Douglas County Hospital called and reported one of their laptop computers was missing. They use The CyberAngel Security Software on their laptops to provide Real-Time Data Protection and Recovery in the event of loss or theft.

Boating Industry Magazine Announces 2006 Top 100 and Leadership Alliance
Sun, 30 Apr 2006, 22:52:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - Apr. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Buying and servicing a boat is about to become a much easier task for consumers around the country when Boating Industry magazine announces its 2006 Top 100 Dealers, a ranking of those marine dealers that are unsurpassed in overall business operations, customer service, marketing and professionalism, later this fall.

Largest Online Nursing Community Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary
Mon, 10 Apr 2006, 19:38:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - Apr. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- It's how nurses surf the Web! Allnurses.com has been the leading online nursing community since 1996 and is happy to celebrate their 10-year anniversary this month.

Largest Online Nursing Community Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary
Mon, 10 Apr 2006, 19:38:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - Apr. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- It's how nurses surf the Web! Allnurses.com has been the leading online nursing community since 1996 and is happy to celebrate their 10-year anniversary this month.

Target Awards Artitalia Vendor Award of Excellence for 2005
Tue, 7 Mar 2006, 12:30 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - Mar. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- It was with great honor that Artitalia Group accepted Target's 2005 Vendor Award of Excellence. This award was presented to Artitalia by the Target Fixture Procurement team in recognition of Artitalia Group's commitment to innovative leadership, superior business practices and Target's core strategies of Differentiation, Value, and Reliability.

Boating Industry Magazine Announces 2005 Top 100 and Leadership Alliance
Sun, 20 Nov 2005, 10:53 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - Nov. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Buying and servicing a boat is about to become a much easier task for consumers around the country thanks to Boating Industry magazine's inaugural Top 100 Dealers, a ranking of those marine dealers that are unsurpassed in overall business operations, customer service, marketing and professionalism.

TravelNet Solutions Creates a Rush for Travel Deals in Unique Destinations at ResortsandLodges.com
Wed, 12 Oct 2005, 04:11 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
SAINT PAUL, MN - Oct. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With the launch of its incrediDEALS(TM) product, TravelNet Solutions has tapped into a market of millions of consumers who want more than the standard deals offered by most travel sites. New incrediDEALS(TM) product offers exclusive travel deals to last minute shoppers, bargain hunters.

Chicago Hopeless by Shirley Thompson Publishes Today From PublishAmerica
Tue, 11 Oct 2005, 05:31 EDT — Edited by Beverly West
DULUTH, MN - Oct. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Shirley Thompson today announced the publication of her book 'Chicago Hopeless' from PublishAmerica. In a style that is reminiscent of Erma Bombeck, 'Chicago Hopeless' ($13.95, ISBN: 1413787711), tells the true story of what happens when three sisters are turned loose in Chicago in search of a happy ending.

New ARD(R) Pads for Mild Anal Incontinence from Birchwood Laboratories
Wed, 24 Aug 2005, 06:11 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. - August 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Birchwood Laboratories announces introduction of its new ARD(R) tapeless, soft and absorbent pads providing a discrete, simple and sanitary solution for managing mild anal incontinence.

First Ever E-Democracy Symposium: 'Campaign Guru' to Speak
Mon, 25 Jul 2005, 11:17 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - July 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Online campaigning expert and CEO of ElectionMall Technologies, Inc. Ravi Singh will discuss how candidates engage and inform voters through the Internet at the first ever international conference focused on local e-democracy. The International Symposium on Local E-Democracy will explore leading e-democracy trends around the world and will include field visits to area government and community e-democracy projects.

CarryYou.com's Milan Cup Holders for Strollers Let Parents Combine European Elegance with American Convenience
Fri, 22 Jul 2005, 03:59 EDT — Edited by Beverly West
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - July 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CarryYou.com, a web shop specializing in life's little necessities for moms and dads in the business of parenting, today announced the launch of their latest stroller accessory, the Milan Cup Holder designed to outfit today's trendy European strollers with American ingenuity and convenience.

Boating Industry Magazine Announces 2005 Top 100 and Leadership Alliance
Tue, 24 May 2005, 01:23 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - May 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Buying and servicing a boat is about to become a much easier task for consumers around the country when Boating Industry magazine announces its inaugural Top 100 Dealers, a ranking of those marine dealers that are unsurpassed in overall business operations, customer service, marketing and professionalism, later this fall.

New Teen Adventure Novel Explores America's Ancient American Indian Past While Providing a Dose of Fantasy Sufficient to Attract Harry Potter Fans
Mon, 7 Feb 2005, 12:19 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. /Send2Press Newswire/ -- Hallmark Emporium today announced the publication of 'Toby Erdrich and the Golden Eclipse,' a historical and somewhat romantic fantasy-adventure novel. Lee White Fox takes young-hearted readers into the world of American Indians in Michigan's Upper Peninsula before any white people showed up--well, at least not in over ten or fifteen thousand years, if experts are beginning to get it right about the peopling of ancient America.

Voyage for Life Sets Sail to Encourage Organ Donation
Thu, 20 Jan 2005, 12:54 EST — Edited by Beverly West
MINNEAPOLIS, MN and SAN DIEGO, CA /Send2Press Newswire/ -- Organ Donation for Life, Inc. today announced that Voyage for Life 2005 will embark from San Diego, California in April of this year. Captain Ardell Lien, a heart/kidney transplant recipient, will solo circumnavigate his small sailing vessel around the world to increase awareness about the urgent need for organ donation.

By News Article Editor: Beverly West
Datarealm Internet Services Inc. Announces the Addition of New Web Servers and Competitively Priced Packages for Experienced and Novice Users
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - August 19, 2004 /Send2Press Newswire/ -- Datarealm Internet Services, Inc. (www.serve.com), an industry leader in hosting services, today announced the addition of Apple's G5 Xserve to their line-up as well as competitively priced add-on packages for server monitoring and managed hosting. These crucial additions make Datarealm one of the only hosting services to offer a complete range of operating systems.

By News Article Editor: Christopher Laird Simmons
ResortsandLodges.com Goes Hollywood
ResortsandLodges Partners with Leading TV and Game Shows for Vacation Packages
ST. PAUL, Minn. - August 12, 2004 /Send2Press Newswire/ -- In a move to catapult the online travel company from the computer monitor to the silver screen, ResortsandLodges (www.resortsandlodges.com) founders Charles and Ryan Bailey recently agreed to partner with two of the nation's leading television game shows, along with several reality series and a new nationally syndicated talk show.

News Article Editor: Christopher L. Simmons
Zumbro River Brand, Inc. Introduces SoyYos Low Carb Gluten Free Soy Cereals
Owatonna, MN -- April 14, 2004 /Send2Press Newswire/ -- Controlling carbohydrates is a hot topic with consumers interested in healthy weight management. Whatever plan is the "diet du jour," dieters consistently find that meals and snacks that are higher in protein satisfy hunger longer than those with more carbs. Now Zumbro River Brand, Inc. (www.getmorsoy.com) addresses the need for variety in high protein breakfast items and snacks with new low-carb, all natural SoyYos Soy Cereals.

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Zumbro River Brand, Inc. introduces Getmor Low Carb Snack
OWATONNA, MN - Feb. 4, 2004 /Send2Press Newswire/ -- Millions of Americans, who are successfully losing weight and keeping it off with LOW CARB diets, continue to crave crunchy snacks. Gone are the chips, crackers and cookies -- rich in forbidden carbohydrates. Satisfying this LOW CARB snack demand, Zumbro River Brand, Inc. introduces Getmor® Soy Snacks, available in three tasty flavors -- Herb Garlic, Jalapeno Cheese, and Tamari (a special soy sauce). Low glycemic index Getmor snacks (www.getmorsoy.com) have only 3 grams of net carbs/ one ounce serving.
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[Business News Editor: Christopher Simmons, Senior Editor]
ResortsandLodges.com Offers Alternative To Major Travel Outlets
Extensive Online Information for Travelers, Non-Commissioned Promotion Opportunities for Property Managers
ST. PAUL, MN - December 12, 2003 /Send2Press Newswire/ -- TravelNet Solutions today announced the re-launch of the Resorts and Lodges website (www.ResortsandLodges.com). ResortsandLodges.com now offers Resorts, Hotels, Airlines, Car Rental companies and other travel service providers the unique opportunity to choose from several different products or packages, take unlimited bookings or reservations, and keep 100% of their sales. Since no commissions are taken, customers are able to access detailed property information and contact properties directly regarding bookings.
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[Business News Editor: Christopher Simmons, Senior Editor]
Screenstyle.Com Launches New 'The Hero's Two Journeys' DVD
Screenwriting Software Leader Debuts Must-Have for Screenwriters, Storytellers & Filmmakers
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - Nov. 20, 2003 /Send2Press Newswire/ -- Screenstyle (www.screenstyle.com), the Minneapolis-based web site company dedicated to selling screenwriting software, books and magazines, announces the launch of The Hero's 2 Journeys DVD. The Hero's 2 Journeys contains 3 DVDs with more than four hours of writing techniques and story analysis from two of Hollywood's top studio script consultants, Michael Hauge, author of "Writing Screenplays That Sell," and Christopher Vogler, author of "The Writer's Journey."
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