CitizenWire Main Story Index ~ includes both national and local business, entertainment, and technology news, as well as articles, columns and blogs from CitizenWire’s editorial staff.
PHOENIX, Ariz. /CitizenWire/ — Millionaire Mastermind Academy today announced that In a commendable acknowledgment of the remarkable efforts and commitment to fostering economic development and opportunities for underserved business populations, Arizona State Governor Katie Hobbs has officially declared January 16, 2024, as “ImpactAZ Day.”
PHOENIX, Ariz. /CitizenWire/ — Simply Celeste’s is proud to present “A Taste of Luxury”: A Black Tie Affair in Phoenix, Arizona promising an unparalleled experience in culinary excellence, high-end fashion, craft cocktails, exotic vehicles, and live music. The event will be held March 16, 2024.
WATERTOWN, Mass. /CitizenWire/ — Bridgewater Development and Avatar Construction announced today they are seeking investors to partner on several current and future development projects across New England. Bridgewater Development offers a unique opportunity to work with a leader in design build construction and land development.
ATLANTA, Ga. /CitizenWire/ — Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry authority on homebuyer assistance program data and solutions, today released its Q4 2023 Homeownership Program Index (HPI) report. During a year when home affordability hit a nearly four-decade low, housing agencies introduced 135 homebuyer assistance programs and expanded eligible inventory to make homeownership more […]
SEATTLE, Wash. /CitizenWire/ — Sean Burke’s passion is helping others. A lifelong volunteer and a Scientologist since 1987, during the pandemic he worked with a nonprofit formed by top ICU doctors, sharing information on how to properly treat COVID in the hospital and at home. But this year, he decided to focus on another pandemic: […]
VANCOUVER ISLAND, B.C. /CitizenWire/ — Young fans of mystery and adventure are in for a treat with the release of Lauren de Leeuw’s debut novel, “Secrets in the Islands: A Sami Series Adventure” (ISBN: 978-1998190270). Full of adventure, heart, and intrigue, this first installment in the “Sami Series” is sure to entertain as much as […]
BALTIMORE, Md. /CitizenWire/ — Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc. (“Matrix”), a leading, independent investment bank, announces that it has advised Eastern Sierra Propane (“Eastern Sierra” or the “Company”) on its sale to Ferrellgas Partners, L.P. (OTC: FGPR) (“Ferrellgas”). The Company is one of the premier propane retailers in the Eastern Sierra Nevada mountain range, serving […]
AUSTIN, Texas /CitizenWire/ — Silicon Valley-based AI trailblazer, VOC AI, unleashed a wave of innovation at CCW (Customer Contact Week) Austin 2024, January 23 to 25. Renowned for its transformative solutions in the Voice of Customer (VOC) domain, VOC AI is gearing up to redefine customer experiences and empower businesses with cutting-edge AI applications.
WINNIPEG, Manitoba /CitizenWire/ — Author Michele Schrader invites readers on a transformative journey of self-discovery and healing in her latest book, “Beautiful Intentions: Healing One Soul at a Time” (IBSN: 978-0228883913, Dec. 2023). This profound work delves into the depths of the human soul, offering insights and practical tools for personal growth and spiritual awakening.
BRUSSELS, Belgium /CitizenWire/ — Marc Bromberg, a Nonagenarian Scientologist, was 9 when France surrendered to the German forces in June 1940, and 10 when he and his mother were separated from his father. Two years ago, on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, January 27, in an article in the European Times, Bromberg shared his memories of […]
RICHMOND, Va. /CitizenWire/ — Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc. (“Matrix”), a leading, independent investment bank, is pleased to announce the sale of Shape LLC (“Shape” or the “Company”) to an undisclosed buyer. Prior to the sale, Shape was owned by funds managed by Gen Cap America, Inc. (“Gen Cap”), a private investment firm headquartered in […]
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — 4DDiG, a leading software provider with a decade of experience (a unit of Tenorshare), proudly unveils version 10.0 of its flagship product, 4DDiG Data Recovery. This latest release not only improves the user interface but also introduces the Enhanced Video Recovery feature, solidifying its position as the preferred solution for […]
MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich. /CitizenWire/ — Mopec, a leading manufacturer of anatomic pathology products, announced their new distributor partnership with Nano Surgical to become the exclusive master distributor of Lumohs Lighted Scalpel Handles in the pathology and laboratory markets.
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — When Scoutmaster Marcos Antonio Correia Santos Jr. Googled the question “Is there a way to happiness?” the answer not only changed his own life, it led to a new international movement within Scouting. At the celebration of the 39th anniversary of the International Association of Scientologists, Chief Marcos’ story was […]
WARRENTON, Va. /CitizenWire/ — The average wedding costs about $35,000. And that’s just average. That’s why more and more couples are turning to smaller, more intimate gatherings like the “Sweet and Simple Weddings” of Ciao Bella Celebrations. Their stress-free, fun and elegant weddings consistently receive five-star reviews on sites such as Trip Advisor, Google and […]
ADDISON, Texas /CitizenWire/ — Click n’ Close, a multi-state mortgage lender serving consumers and mortgage originators through its wholesale and correspondent channels, today announced Sean Drake has joined the organization’s third-party originator (TPO) sales team as an account executive.
ORLANDO, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Acclaimed author and Orlando area resident Bob Herpe is thrilled to announce the release of his second book, “The Other Side of Crisis” (ISBN: 979-8350927269; Feb. 2024) Following the success of his debut novel, “Gravnick,” which captivated readers after its 2019 release, Herpe’s newest work promises to be an even more […]
BOULDER, Colo. /CitizenWire/ — Floify, the mortgage industry’s leading point-of-sale (POS) solution, commissioned an independent study of 150 high-performing loan originators (LOs) in 2023 to gain recruiting and retention insights. “High-performing” LOs were defined as being in the top 20% of closed loan dollars or volume.
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — The mangled frame of a silver sedan gleams under the overhead lights in a local body shop, a testament to human capacity for error. Replacing crumpled fenders and shattered windshields is a body shop’s stock in trade, but the owners know these broken cars aren’t just metal and plastic. So […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Rwanda evokes images of a tragic past marked by ethnic violence. But educator and human rights activist Ladislas Yassin Nkundabanyanga is determined to ensure a peaceful future for the country. He partners with Youth for Human Rights, an educational initiative supported by the Church of Scientology, to protect future generations […]
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — After the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra launch, there’s an increased demand to transfer data from iPhone to Samsung. To address this need, Tenorshare, a top Smartphone Solutions specialist, has just unveiled iTransGo. This cutting-edge software enables a trouble-free phone-to-phone transfer without resetting.
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — 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 Place, […]
MANCHESTER, N.H. /CitizenWire/ — Avatar Construction of Watertown, MA announced today that construction is ready to commence for Grand Maison, a six-story, 223-unit apartment complex and retail space located at 533 Elm Street. This project, set to open in 2026, will transform the current aging commercial space into a modern living destination for both families […]
VANCOUVER, B.C. /CitizenWire/ — Emerging author Douglas A. King has recently released his latest work, “An Innocent World,” (IBSN: 978-0228828884; Released July, 2023) a captivating exploration of an alternative reality where the consequences of Adam and Eve’s actions are reconsidered. In this book, King envisions a world vastly different from our own, inhabited by immortal […]
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter), an innovative new leader in mortgage technology backed by time-tested loan origination software and leadership, today announced the availability of a new, automated workflow in the Empower® loan origination system (LOS) that makes it easier for lenders to identify and qualify loan applicants who could benefit […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — It was just under a year ago on February 6, that a 7.8-magnitude earthquake slashed through southeastern Turkey near the Syrian border. According to the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR), the earthquake displaced or disrupted the lives of 15.73 million people in Syria and Turkey including 2.5 million children. Scientology Volunteer […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. /CitizenWire/ — Teal, a managed IT service provider for small- to medium-sized organizations that value genuine partnership, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Jill Paulus as Director of Finance, Accounting, and Procurement on January 2. Bringing over a decade of diverse experience in the managed IT services sector, Jill exemplifies a unique […]
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa /CitizenWire/ — On the bright South African New Year’s Day in 2019, when Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige dedicated the Scientology Advanced Organization and continental headquarters for Africa at Castle Kyalami, “COVID” was an obscure term known only to scientists and public health workers. But it soon entered the world’s vocabulary […]
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — 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 and […]
LAKE OKOBOJI, Iowa /CitizenWire/ — International Scuba proudly announces the return of the much-anticipated Ice Hole Festival. An event that has become legendary in the scuba diving community. What began as a whimsical idea on a Texan’s bucket list has evolved into a thrilling annual gathering of adventurous scuba divers from across the continent. The […]
PORTO, Portugal /CitizenWire/ — Concordia has named Porto, Portugal as the host city for its 2024 Europe Summit, taking place May 28-29, 2024. Building on the 2023 Concordia Europe Summit, which took place last June in Madrid, Spain (view the report), Concordia’s fourth Europe Summit will bring together 100 decision makers for a set of […]
SEATTLE, Wash. /CitizenWire/ — iEmergent, a forecasting and advisory services firm for the financial services, mortgage and real estate industries, today announced that its CEO Laird Nossuli will present at Seattle’s inaugural Black Homeownership Symposium on January 26. Dr. Courtney Johnson Rose, president of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB), one of the […]
MIAMI, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Real-Finity, Inc. (“Realfinity”) is excited to announce the availability of its Dual-License Program enabling the integration of mortgage services for real estate agents. In the dynamic and increasingly challenging environment of real estate, agents are now able to take advantage of this innovative solution to combat pressure on their commissions and […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — With inflation driving up food prices and some 30 percent of Los Angeles County families now experiencing food insecurity, Volunteer Ministers of the Church of Scientology of Los Angeles dedicate their Saturday mornings to helping fellow Angelenos cope.
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — 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.
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — 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 United […]
CENTREVILLE, Va. /CitizenWire/ — Avenu Insights & Analytics (“Avenu”), the global leader in revenue recovery and administrative solutions for state and local governments, is proud to announce the acquisition of Finvi’s State and Local Government (“Finvi SLG”) Division. This strategic move marks a significant expansion of Avenu’s offerings and capabilities in serving state and local […]
COMMERCE, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Not only is the East Los Angeles crime rate higher than the U.S. average, the crimes are often drug-related. To help local vendors and residents cope with this problem, volunteers from Bridge Publications Inc., publisher of the nonfiction works of Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard, reached out to area food trucks […]
PLANO, Texas /CitizenWire/ — USA Field Hockey, the national governing body for the sport of field hockey in the United States, is excited to announce a landmark partnership with Skyhawks powered by Stack Sports. This strategic collaboration aims to introduce field hockey to young athletes across the country and foster the growth of the sport […]
DENVER, Colo. /CitizenWire/ — ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced that, despite challenging mortgage market conditions, the company maintained a record growth path achieved over the last few years by adding more than a dozen of the leading lenders in the […]
