Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis are debilitating, uncured digestive illnesses that plague more and more Americans every year. Across the nation, local chapters of the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA) are raising money in an effort to aid those affected, and, ultimately, bring an end to the diseases. As part of this nationwide initiative, the Triangle Chapter of the CCFA is hosting their flagship 2011 fundraiser, the Triangle Take Steps for Crohn's and Colitis Walk, on June 18 at 5:00 p.m. The walk, which will start and finish at the Durham Bull's ...

In the first tournament of the year on Lake Minnetonka, Dan Jasper places 2nd by focusing on post-spawn Largemouth Bass. Dan started working the inside weed lines using an All-Terrain Stick Bait. He used this slow presentation to catch the majority of his fish. Dan ended the tournament fishing a Rapala DT 6 on a rocky flat to cull one last time, giving him enough weight to secure second place. Dan is a fishing guide on Lake Minnetonka and other area lakes. "Spending time on the water is key to finding and catching fish this time of year", explains Dan Jasper.Jasper ...

Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park, creator of the world's first all-trampoline, walled playing court, announces it has awarded its newest facility in Indianapolis, IN this year. Sky Zone is the ultimate 3-D play experience for teens, parents and kids to jump, leap and defy gravity on the patented all-trampoline walled playing court. Sky Zone provides guests with thrilling activities fit for all ages and fitness levels where they are guaranteed to have a 'soaring' time. Filled with wall-to-wall trampolines, Sky Zone provides a brand new way to move and sets the stage for ...

Six Ukrainian software development companies joined Ukrainian Hi-Tech Initiative, a leading Ukrainian alliance in Offshore Software Development and IT industry. Consumer Health Technologies (www.consumerhealthtech.com) - is a US-based software company, a leader in innovative software solutions for the US healthcare, insurance and banking market sector with its product BenefitSpan . CHT converges healthcare and financial services into one comprehensive web-based platform to help clients maximize revenue opportunities by automating administrative tasks. Our clients include ...

Attorneys Deborah Hankinson and Jeffrey Levinger, co-founders of the Dallas appellate law firm Hankinson Levinger LLP, have earned selections to "The Best Lawyers in Dallas," a listing of the city's top attorneys published in the June 2011 edition of D Magazine. Both Ms. Hankinson and Mr. Levinger have been included in D Magazine's annual "Best Lawyers" list on multiple occasions. "It's humbling to be named among the best appellate lawyers in a city where there are so many great legal minds," says Ms. Hankinson. To compile the listing ...

INVISTA announces the adoption of CORDURA fabric in a new apparel line powered by KLIM . CORDURA fabrics are used throughout the collection's premium line of pants specially designed for "enduro"motorcycle riders. "We needed a fabric that would withstand the challenges of the outdoor elements and the demands and rigors of extreme riders," said KLIM U.S. director of marketing, John Summers. "Renowned for its durability and abrasion resistance, we knew CORDURA fabric was the right choice because it provides durable protection and mobility allowing ...

The 2011 Ford Edge was recently named a "Top Safety Pick" by the Insurance Institute for Highway Technology. This prestigious award is given to cars that receive the highest possible ratings in the IIHS evaluations. The 2011 Ford Edge is also available at Cambridge Classic Ford. In order to be named a "Top Safety Pick", cars must endure rigorous testing by the IIHS. Vehicles are evaluated in front, side, rear, and rollover crash-test protection. The highest score a car can receive in each test is "good." To receive the designation, as the ...

Timeshare and fractional ownership multi-media information provider Perspective Magazine announces its media sponsorship for the 2011 AMDETUR Convention later this month in Cancun, Mexico. "We are very excited about having the opportunity to meet, learn and share again with our colleagues and all attendants to our Annual Convention, particularly in this occasion when we are celebrating its silver anniversary as the most important vacation ownership industry forum in Mexico; a US12 billion dollar sector that represents 40 percent of the lodging supply in the country," ...

French Connections is very pleased to announce an increase in the number of enquiries for self-catering holiday villa accommodation in France during 2011. Villas in France are available throughout the country, but are most abundant in more southern areas, such as the Cote d'Azur (Provence) and Languedoc Roussillon. This southerly region of France benefits from exceptionally good travel links; being easily accessible from the UK. Short-haul flights from budget airlines fly from UK direct to the international airports at Marseilles and Nice. Holidaymakers hoping to take ...

Rigstar Communications held its 'First Annual Remote Communications CIO Conference' last month at the Hotel Arts in Calgary, where a number of North America's leading enterprise Information Technology and oil and gas companies were in attendance to share and learn more about the revolutionary state of the IT union. Among Rigstar's conference attendees was Perry Kinkaide—the Founder and President of the Alberta Council of Technology (ABC Tech), which advocates on behalf of Alberta's technology-based enterprises, entrepreneurs, and industries for the creation of wealth ...

The stories of cures for cancer through alternative therapies abound in our society, but most are relegated to the realm of fantasy fiction or dismissed as speculation. One story however is true: Alice McCall offers hard data, medical reports and proof that no evidence of breast cancer remains. She credits a process she terms 'Cellular Level Healing' for this astounding outcome. The story is detailed in her book, 'Wellness Wisdom'. "The facts are simple," says McCall, "in 2007, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. The next day, I decided to embark on the ...

Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (http://www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that Draft Carolina Burgers & Beers, the newest Rocky Top concept offering casual and affordable fare, featuring gourmet burgers and serving more than 40 North Carolina draft beers, will offer a Father's Day special from Tuesday, June 14 until Sunday, June 19, allowing fathers a free burger with a meal purchase for a child when a coupon is presented. The child's meal purchase can be from Draft's full menu or, for children 10 and under, from their newly launched kids menu, which ...

As server centralization combined with new data creation increases within, and potentially overwhelms, global enterprises, companies must prepare themselves for this surge in data and ensure they have a proper solution in place that provides better data access than the traditional, latency hampered Wide Area Network (WAN) links. One company recognizing and preparing for this challenge is Design Worldwide Partnership (dwp), an integrated global design company, which implemented Certeon's software WAN optimization product, aCelera. The solution is providing the company's ...

BMW of Murrieta, Southwest Riverside County's first high end luxury car dealership, opened its new store on June 6, 2011. From new cars to BMW service to the fully stocked parts departments, BMW of Murrieta is a full-service authorized BMW dealership. The BMW dealership is proud to offer Murrieta customers and customers of the surrounding areas a great selection of new BMW cars and SUVs, including the popular BMW 1 Series, 3 Series, M3 and more. Customers can visit the Murrieta dealership, or check out the BMW dealer's great selection of BMW vehicles online. Numerous ...

Speakman Company is pleased to introduce the Anystream Alexandria product family. The Alexandria is just one of the many new showerheads introduced by Speakman during the February launch of the renewed shower product line. The Anystream Alexandria product family features traditional design aesthetic, coupled with powerful Speakman spray technology. The family includes a fixed, hand-held shower, and three unique combination showers available in both polished chrome and brushed nickel. The fixed and hand-held showerheads are also available as WaterSense certified 2.0 GPM ...

Brazilian real estate is entering a period of sustained growth likely to last 15 years. This very positive scenario makes investment in Brazilian property a must for any portfolio. In a recent interview, Fabio Nogueira, the founding partner of Brazilian Finance and Real Estate (BFRE), claims that the property market in Brazil is at the beginning of a long growth cycle. For the founder of BFRE (whose partners include property mogul, Sam Zell), ingredients are in place for this cycle to last between 10 and 15 years. For Mr Nogueira, the Brazilian real estate market ...

Kentucky Passes Bill That Reduces Sentencing for Drug Possession In an effort to lower inmate populations, reduce incarceration costs and focus more on drug trafficking than possession, Kentucky recently enacted HB 463, the Public Safety & Offender Accountability Act. The Legislative Research Commission estimates it will save the state $422 million in incarceration costs in the next ten years. The new law reduces jail time for low-risk prisoners who were convicted of possession of small amounts of illegal drugs. Except for those also convicted of violent crimes, ...

Kentucky Woman Pleads Guilty to Rape Charges; Agrees to Deal Late in May of this year a Kentucky woman who worked as an attendance secretary for a high school reached a plea deal after admitting to one charge of third-degree rape and four charges of third-degree sodomy involving a fifteen year-old student. The woman, 37, admitted after her arrest to having sexual intercourse and oral sex with the underage student. The state recommended the minimum sentence of one year of jail time for each count. However, two of the sentences will run concurrently, so the woman will ...

Social Security Administration Tries to Eliminate Backlog with Video Hearings The Social Security Administration (SSA) has been struggling to keep up with increased claims for disability benefits, and to make a dent in the backlog of application claims they currently have. A new way the SSA is tackling this problem is to introduce video hearings as part of the process for approving claims. The SSA has been facing a large backlog in both applications for disability benefits and disability claims. The new measure of incorporating video hearings into their procedures ...

A Five-Step Checkpoint Toward SSA Disability Eligibility After a person applies to the Social Security Administration (SSA) for disability benefits, if the application meets the primary criteria, it is then passed to a state agency for final determination. If granted, payments typically begin after a full five-month waiting period. On criteria is that the impairment or disability must be a condition that will last beyond a 12-month continuous time period. Another point of consideration is that the applicant must not be able to perform any type of gainful employment. Determining ...

Over 12,000 Speeders Caught in Statewide Campaign in North Carolina Even minor speeding tickets and other violations, such as stop sign and stop light citations, may cause an increase in car insurance rates for three years after a citation is received. In March, North Carolina law enforcement agencies along with the Governor's Highway Safety Program (GHSP) announced they were kicking off this year's "No Need 2 Speed" campaign. The focus of the campaign was to crack down on speeders throughout the state by increasing patrols on major highways and freeways. According ...

Bill Aiming to Increase Repeat Drunk Driving Penalties in North Carolina The North Carolina House recently approved a bill that would substantially increase the penalties for repeat drunk drivingoffenses. House Bill 49, also known as "Laura's Law" passed the House unanimously and now moves on to the state Senate. Current Law In North Carolina, there are several grossly aggravating factors which can increase the penalties for DWI convictions: -A previous impaired driving offense within seven years -At the time of the offense, the operator was driving ...

IWC Schaffhausen recently announced its partnership with Volvo Ocean Race as race sponsor and Official Timekeeper for the next edition of the Volvo Ocean Race starting in October 2011. The Volvo Ocean Race is quite simply the "Everest" of sailing. The race is the ultimate mix of world class sporting competition, on-the-edge adventure and technology. It is a unique blend of onshore glamour, offshore drama and endurance and is, undeniably, the world's premier ocean race and one of the most demanding team sporting events in the world. The Volvo Ocean Race 2011-12 ...

The Green Culture and the composters.com pride themselves on the newest product that they seriously brought up- the 50 Gallon Eco Roll Compost Tumblers. To innovate is the driving force of the Green Culture and they are so successful in achieving so because for years now, they have taken the lead in the production of highly inventive and progressive products. Their offerings are yet to be surpassed. The market has birthed upon many dealers and traders of the same line of products. But the world has only given way to ONLY ONE Green Culture. It is the only company which ...

Andrew Bers with RE/MAX Alliance Group has been awarded the Accredited Buyer's Representation (ABR) designation by the Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council. (REBAC) of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS (NAR). Andrew joins more than 30,000 real estate professionals in North America who have earned the ABR designation. All were required to successfully complete a comprehensive course in buyer representation and an elective course focusing on a buyer representation specialty, both in addition to submitting documentation verifying professional experience. REBAC, founded ...