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Resource for Top-Level Data for Motorcycles in Japan Which Also Includes Analysis of the Leading Companies
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 6, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Motorcycles in Japan" report to their offering. Our Motorcycles in Japan industry profile is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering the motorcycles industry. It...
U.S. Open Triathlon and Life Time Fitness Triathlon Series Race to the Toyota Cup Champions Crowned on Sunday in Dallas
DALLAS-(Business Wire)-October 5, 2008 - The 2008 U.S. Open Triathlon and the Life Time Fitness Triathlon Series Race to the Toyota Cup saw Australian Greg Bennett defend his 2008 titles. The race, which finished in the shadow of Dallas' American Airlines Center, is the culmination of the...
Top 25 Rankings of the Harris Interactive College Football Poll
ROCHESTER, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-October 5, 2008 - Today's Harris Interactive College Football Poll(SM) shows the Top 25 results compiled from rankings submitted by the Harris Interactive panel of former coaches, players and administrators, and current and former members of the media. The top five...
Inspiring Stories about America's Favorite Pastime from America's Favorite Magazine
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - The baseball post season is stacked with inspiring teams - like the Boston Red Sox defending their championship, the Chicago Cubs with another chance to finally win it all, or the miraculous rise of Tampa's Rays - and now Guideposts has created a special...
Examine Data on the Motorcycles Market in the United Kingdom - Covering Forecasts, an Analysis of the Competitive Landscape and a Market Overview
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Motorcycles in the United Kingdom" report to their offering. Our Motorcycles in the United Kingdom industry profile is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering the...
Techalt Inc's Stan's Rodeo Ointment Continues National Ad Campaign with NASCAR Focus!
SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Techalt, Inc.'s (Pink Sheets: TECA) ("Techalt" or "Company") Stan's Rodeo Ointment is the choice when premier athletes and savvy consumers have the option for a topical ointment. Stanley Johnston, former Major league Baseball trainer and inventor has made...
Speedway Motorsports, Inc. Declares $0.34 Cash Dividend
CONCORD, N.C.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Speedway Motorsports, Inc. (SMI) (NYSE:TRK) today declared a cash dividend of $0.34 per share of common stock. The annual dividend will be payable on October 31, 2008, to shareholders of record as of October 17, 2008. This is the seventh consecutive...
Alltel Wireless to celebrate Dia de Los Muertos with second "Mi Circulo, Mi Musica" concert event in El Paso
LITTLE ROCK, Ark.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Alltel Wireless, America's largest network, today announced the line up for the "Mi Circulo, Mi Musica" (My Circle, My Music) concert celebration in El Paso featuring popular Spanish contemporary pop rock performers Ha-Ash and Reik. "Mi Circulo, Mi...
Digital Angel Announces Agreement with Lender to Restructure Credit Facility
SO. ST. PAUL, Minn.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Digital Angel (NASDAQ:DIGA), an advanced technology company in the field of animal identification and emergency identification solutions, announced today that it has entered into an agreement with an affiliate of Laurus Master Fund, Ltd. to...
Examine the U.S. Agents & Managers for Artists & Athletes Industry with this Comprehensive 2009 Report
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Research and Markets 2010 U.S. Metropolitan Areas - Estimated Number of Employees Definitions and Terms For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/7a9844/2009_u_s_agents
Garmin(R) Announces the GPSMAP(R) 600 Series: Touchscreen, Rugged and Ready for Land or Sea
OLATHE, Kan.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced the GPSMAP 640 - an ultra portable and rugged touchscreen navigator that comes preloaded with a comprehensive set of street...
On a 3D HD Display, SENSIO Presents Live Action 3D Boxing at CEATEC 2008
CHIBA, Japan-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - SENSIO Technologies Inc. ("SENSIO") (TSX VENTURE:SIO), inventor of the SENSIO(R)3D technology, will be presenting sport content in live stereoscopic format ("Live 3D") as part of its participation to CEATEC, Combined Exhibition of Advanced Technologies...
Low Storage Levels Cause Metropolitan to Suspend Public Boat Launches at Diamond Valley Lake After Oct. 13
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Clearly demonstrating the need for water conservation throughout Southern California due to the statewide drought and supply challenges, Metropolitan Water District announced plans today to indefinitely suspend private boat launches at the region's...
Alonzo Mourning Talks about FSGS on Live with Regis and Kelly
BERWYN, Pa.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Alonzo Mourning, the professional basketball star who astoundingly resumed his NBA career after enduring a kidney transplant, referenced "Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis," also know as FSGS, during an appearance Tuesday on the popular ABC network talk...
Harlem Globetrotters Will Extend World Record with Games in 120th All-Time Country, Bosnia and Herzegovina, October 20-23
PHOENIX-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - The World-famous Harlem Globetrotters will visit the 120th country in their illustrious, eight-decade history when they showcase their unique brand of family entertainment in Bosnia and Herzegovina as part of a tour of the Mediterranean starting in...
EA Sports Joins the Fight against Breast Cancer with Madden NFL 09 Pink
REDWOOD CITY, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Electronic Arts Inc., (NASDAQ:ERTS) announced today that Madden NFL 09 Pink will be available throughout the month of October, coinciding with National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Boasting the same renowned gameplay and graphics found in...
ESPN2 to Broadcast One-Hour Special on Oct. 8-9, 2008, Featuring the Prequel to Walt Disney Pictures' Upcoming True-Life Sailing Documentary "Morning Light"
BURBANK, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Conceivers, producers and executive producers Roy E. Disney and Leslie DeMeuse recruited 15 young sailors to take on the challenge of a lifetime — the 2,500-mile open-ocean Transpac sailing challenge featured in the upcoming true-life...
FansEdge.com Going Global
PLANTATION, Fla. and NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Dreams, Inc. (AMEX:DRJ), a vertically integrated leader in the licensed sports products industry, has begun shipping its vast array of products internationally through its www.FansEdge.com site. "Our development team put in a large...
Double JJ Announces Open Houses for Oct. 30 Auction
ROTHBURY, Mich.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - With an Oct. 30, 2008 date set to auction off the Double JJ Ranch and Resort, five days have been set for interested investors to view the property: Friday, October 3, 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (all times are Eastern Daylight Time) Saturday, October...
Cayenne Medical Names John Mullen Vice President of Sales
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Cayenne Medical, Inc., a privately held sports medicine company based in Scottsdale, announced this week that it has named John Mullen its Vice President of Sales. Mullen brings to Cayenne over 20 years of successful experience within the sports...
San Francisco Bar Pilot to Assist Maneuvering of Maltese Falcon
SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Captain Peter Fuller, a member of the San Francisco Bar Pilots, will be on the bridge this weekend of the Maltese Falcon, assisting the 289-foot ship make its way around San Francisco Bay as part of the Leukemia Cup Regatta. Captain Fuller's time and...
Earvin "Magic" Johnson to Receive SCMBDC's 2008 Leadership Award
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Successful businessman and NBA legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson will receive Southern California Minority Business Development Council's 2008 Leadership Award at its 24th Annual Leadership Award dinner on Friday, October 17. The event will be held at The...
Outdoor Enthusiasts Look to October to Save America's Trails
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Nature Valley(R) and American Hiking Society are pleased to announce 20 nonprofit organizations around the country have been named finalists for Save the Trails(TM) funding. Save the Trails, in cooperation with the American Hiking Society National Trails...
2K Sports Welcomes Fans to "The Other Season" for NBA(R) 2K9
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - 2K Sports, the sports publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), today announced details for The Other Season, a freshly unique online fantasy league for the highly anticipated basketball title NBA 2K9. With a new twist on the...
Allstate and the American Football Coaches Association Announce Twenty-Two College Football Players Named to the 2008 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team(R)
NORTHBROOK, Ill.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - More than a month into the 2008 college football season, the off-the-field achievements of a select group of dedicated and hard-working players have distinguished them from among the more than 50,000 student-athletes competing in the sport. To honor...
FirstDIBZ Announces BCS National Championship and All-Access Bowls
CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Online forward market pioneer FirstDIBZ today announced its BCS National Championship and BCS All-Access Bowl markets. College football fans can purchase "DIBZ" for their team through the FirstDIBZ exchange and guarantee themselves the opportunity to receive...
"We Believe - Chicago and Its Cubs"
CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - The Chicago Cubs and Emmy and Grammy nominee John Scheinfeld, a respected director-writer-producer of documentary films, announce today documentary filming is underway to capture the unique relationship between a great city and its baseball team. The fully...
TECHALT INC'S STAN'S RODEO OINTMENT Launches National Ad Campaign at MLB World Series!
SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Techalt, Inc.'s (Pink Sheets: TECA) ("Techalt" or "Company") Stan's Rodeo Ointment is the choice when premier athletes and savvy consumers have the option for a topical ointment. Stanley Johnston, former Major league Baseball trainer and inventor, has made...
Scheels Calls on PlayNetwork to Create Integrated Media Experience Worthy of the World's Largest All-Sports Superstore
REDMOND, Wash.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - PlayNetwork, a global leader in providing integrated media experiences for businesses, today announced that Scheels, experts in "all-sports superstore" retailing, leveraged the company to provide custom music, digital signage and systems integration...
Chicago Sun-Times Begins Selling Keepsake Cubs Magazine Today, a Must-Have for Cubs Fans
CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - It's been a long 100 years for patient Cubs fans, who have remained loyal and upbeat despite decades of heartbreak and pent-up hope. Finally, "next year" is now! To mark the occasion, the Chicago Sun-Times is proud to announce the publication of its stunning...
Stuff This Season's Stocking With the Gift of Skinny
WOODSIDE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - This holiday season, give the gift that not only entertains, but may change someone's life, too. Yes, it's a bold claim, but SKINNYSONGS, the first-ever pop music CD designed for weight loss motivation, is just that...and creator Heidi Roizen has...
Life Time Fitness Mansfield to Host VIP Celebration on October 2
-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Life Time Fitness (NYSE: LTM) -0- *T WHAT: VIP Celebration on Thursday, October 2, 2008, beginning at 6:45 p.m. for the new Life Time Fitness Mansfield location. WHERE: 1551 E. Debbie Lane Mansfield, TX 76063 Phone number: 682-518-7766 WHEN: Thursday, October...
The Principal Charity Classic Awards $605,000 to Local Charities
DES MOINES, Iowa-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Representatives of The Principal Charity Classic today announced the 2008 tournament raised $605,000 to benefit area children's charities. The Champions Tour tournament was held at Glen Oaks Country Club in West Des Moines on May 28 - June 1. The...
Nike Names Kris Aman Vice President and GM of Men's Athletic Training
BEAVERTON, Ore.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - NIKE, Inc. (NYSE:NKE) today announced the appointment of Nike veteran Kris Aman as Vice President and GM of Men's Athletic Training. Aman will lead an integrated consumer-oriented focus across footwear, apparel and equipment for Men's Athletic...
Golf Trust of America, Inc. Announces 2008 Annual Meeting
CHARLESTON, S.C.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Golf Trust of America, Inc. ("GTA") (AMEX:GTA - News) announced today that the Company has scheduled its 2008 Annual Stockholders Meeting for December 15, 2008 at 9:30 a.m. to be held at the Francis Marion Hotel, 387 King Street, Charleston, South...
Human Options Hosting Event Featuring 2008 U.S. Olympic Volleyball Coach
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Human Options, a non-profit organization providing alternatives for abused women and their children, is hosting a special event to launch its Annual 100 Men Campaign, featuring special guest speaker Hugh McCutcheon, head coach of the U.S. Men's...
One-Year Anniversary of Son's Death Honored by Family at Seahawks Game
SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - On October 12, 2007, BJ Miller was in an automobile accident that took his life—and made him a hero to six people who received his organs and corneas. BJ's favorite pastime was watching football with his Dad and cheering for his two beloved...
Olympian and Five-Time World Champion Triathlete Announces Retirement Following Austin Event
BOULDER, Colo.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Following more than two decades in the sport of global triathlon competition, Simon Lessing today announced that he will retire from his full-time athletic career following the Longhorn Ironman 70.3 triathlon in Austin this coming weekend. Lessing's...
Youbet.com to Present at Brean Murray Carret & Co. Small Cap Consumer One on One Conference
WOODLAND HILLS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Youbet.com (NASDAQ: UBET) today announced that Youbet's President and Chief Executive Officer Michael Brodsky will present at the Brean Murray Carret & Co. Small Cap Consumer One on One Conference and Fashion Show at The Grand Hyatt...
Coates International, Ltd. Receives Monies Totalling More Than $3 Million USD from Well to Wire and Prepares to Manufacture Engines and Generators to Fulfill Standing Orders
WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Coates International, Ltd. (Coates) (OTCBB: COTE). Coates is pleased to report that, during the third quarter, it has received additional payments aggregating $805,000 required under its Escrow Agreement with Well to Wire Energy, Inc. ("WWE...
TapouT-Sponsored MMA Superstar Kimbo Slice to Appear in Nationally Televised Fight on October 4
GRAND TERRACE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - TAPOUT, the premier mixed martial arts apparel, gear and lifestyle brand, is proud to be the exclusive apparel sponsor of MMA superstar Kimbo Slice. Kimbo Slice will be wearing his new line of TapouT gear during the CBS-broadcast EliteXC...
Polaris Schedules Third Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) announced today that it will release financial results for its third quarter 2008 the morning of Tuesday, October 14, 2008. The Company has scheduled a conference call to discuss its third quarter 2008 financial...
VYPE Ranks Top 25 High School Football Teams Based on Its "In the Game" Insight
TULSA, Okla.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - VYPE has released its second annual high school football rankings, which showcase the top 25 high school teams across the country based on performance, strength of schedule and team depth. This year's VYPE high school football team rankings include...
Tennis Great Maria Sharapova and Canon U.S.A. Form a Doubles Team to Raise Awareness for Breast Cancer
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Did you know that an estimated one in eight American women will be affected by breast cancer in their lifetime? Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging, and tennis superstar Maria Sharapova today announced, the Company's "Pink" campaign...
Write. Erase. Repeat.
CANTON, Mass.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Want to tell everyone what your game is all about without saying a word? Now you can. Today Reebok launches its new ATR 'Talkin Krazy' performance basketball footwear, available exclusively at Champs Sports stores. The shoe retails for $80. Reebok...
The O and Hodge Show Launches on Modavox's VoiceAmerica(TM) Sports Network
PHOENIX-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Modavox, Inc. (OTCBB:MDVX), Internet broadcasting pioneer and holder of several patented technologies; today announced the launch of the O and Hodge Show on the Company's VoiceAmerica(TM) Sports Network. The O and HODGE show is bringing you the funniest hour...
Belgacom, SEE Telecom, and Ekinops Collaborate to Kick off the Belgian Football Pro League in HD Video Format
PARIS & BRUSSELS-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Ekinops, SEE Telecom, and Belgacom announced today that through their partnership they were able to deploy, in record time, a high-definition video transport solution designed for the television production applications. The first application...
Jacked, Inc.(TM) and Big Ten Network See Success with Interactive LiveCasts for Big Ten Football and Basketball
SANTA MONICA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Jacked, Inc.(TM) (www.jacked.com), the leading producer of interactive broadcasts, and the Big Ten Network, a national network airing more than 400 live events annually to Big Ten fans across the nation, today announced initial usage numbers for...
Samsung and Staples Come Together to Support Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children and Boys & Girls Clubs of America
RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Samsung's Four Seasons of Hope, an innovative philanthropy program that combines the forces of major national retailers with sports, music, and civic personalities, today announced the launch of a cause marketing program with Staples, Inc...
MarineMax Brings New Brand of Luxury to Florida
CLEARWATER, Fla.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - MarineMax, Inc. (NYSE:HZO), the nation's largest recreational boat retailer, announced today it has expanded its relationship with Azimut, one of the world's leading manufacturers of luxury yachts. Specifically, MarineMax is adding Azimut to its...
NY Giants and Wetpaint Kick off Online Locker Room for Most Avid Fans
SEATTLE & NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Today Wetpaint (www.wetpaint.com) and the New York Giants announced a new online community available at http://history.giants.com/. Charged with archiving the history of the New York Giants on the team's Web site, the site is open for all...
WWE Maintains High Dividend Yield
STAMFORD, Conn.-(Business Wire)-September 30, 2008 - Given its strong balance sheet and cash generative businesses, WWE is confident it can fund its high yield dividend for the long term. The more than 9% dividend yield on WWE stock is 280% higher than the S&P average. WWE considers itself a safe...
The Prime Attraction at the 4th Annual 2008 Tiger Woods Learning Center Block Party: Celebrity Chef Mario Batali Cooking up Allen Brothers USDA Premium Beef (October 11, 2008)
CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-September 30, 2008 - When Tiger Woods brings his 2008 Block Party to The Grove of Anaheim on Saturday, October 11th, two of the culinary world's biggest stars will be there to help him raise money and awareness for the Tiger Woods Learning Center (TWLC) - Mario Batali and...
Ficker to Wear the MyAthlete(TM) GPS Athlete Tracking System in Hawaii
EASTON, Conn.-(Business Wire)-September 30, 2008 - American triathlete Desiree Ficker is partnering with My Athlete LLC, a GPS Athlete Tracking company, for The 2008 Hawaii Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii on October 11th. The MyAthlete(TM) GPS Athlete Tracking System, using the GTX Corp...
Fortune Brands Completes Transactions with Pernod Ricard
DEERFIELD, Ill.-(Business Wire)-September 30, 2008 - Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE: FO): — Fortune Brands Receives $230 Million for Early Termination of U.S. Spirits Distribution Joint Venture, Establishes Own U.S. Sales Force — Company Acquires Cruzan, Fastest Growing Rum Brand in the...
TeamZoneSports Acknowledged for Its Innovative Use of Microsoft Technologies
TAMPA, Fla.-(Business Wire)-September 30, 2008 - TeamZoneSports (www.teamzonesports.com), a free, private social network specializing in online team management, communication, coordination and information sharing, today announced that Microsoft has published two case studies highlighting...
Golf Retail Market Report: 2008 Edition - Core Golfers' Participation Has Declined Over the Last Five Years from 2003 To 2007
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-September 30, 2008 - Research and Markets in US 1998-06 Estimated Incremental Rounds Played by Baby Boomers in the US 2006- 2015 Dick's Revenue and Assets 2004-08 Companies Mentioned: - GolfSmith - Dick's - Sports Authority - Golf Galaxy *T For more information...
Dr. Howard Murad Appointed to Fitness Magazine Expert Advisory Board
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 30, 2008 - Howard Murad, M.D., Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine at UCLA and founder of Murad Inc., has been named to Fitness Magazine's expert advisory board. Dr. Murad's term will begin January 2009, and he will lend his health and skincare...
Sharp Electronics and Turner Broadcasting Ask America to Turn Out the Lights
MAHWAH, N.J.-(Business Wire)-September 30, 2008 - Sharp Electronics Corporation, in collaboration with Turner Broadcasting Systems, Inc. (TBS), today announced the "Lights Out Challenge." This call-to-action encourages fans watching Major League Baseball's (MLB) Game Four of the American League...
Gaining the Competitive Edge is Easier to Swallow: New MindFX Powder Energy Formula Opens up New Category in Sports Supplements
CARLSBAD, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 30, 2008 - MindFX Science, a manufacturer of advanced herbal formulas for increased mental agility and performance, today introduced MindFX ENERGY(TM), a revolutionary new concept in energy powder mix. The unique MindFX ENERGY formula allows MindFX...
An Essential Profile of the Global Sports Equipment Industry - With Leading Company Profiles, a Five Forces Analysis and Market Forecasts
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-September 30, 2008 - Research and Markets and include all applicable taxes. Any currency conversions used in the creation of this report have been calculated using constant 2006 annual average exchange rates. For the purpose of this report the Americas comprise...
MVP Network Launches New Online PC Soccer Game, "Hometown Soccer"
ST. LOUIS-(Business Wire)-September 30, 2008 - Picture a soccer game that you can download anywhere in the world, then play with other people all over the world. You can hone your playing skills on the practice field, or join a pick-up game with friends and fellow soccer fans all across the globe...
Ford Tri-Motor Airplane to Make Final Flight Before Being Sold at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-September 30, 2008 - As the Barrett-Jackson Auction Company prepares for its inaugural Las Vegas auction on Oct. 15-18, 2008, the company is already making waves for its 2009 event in Scottsdale, Ariz. One of the many highlights of the 38th annual automotive...
WWE Dividend Yield 9.4%
STAMFORD, Conn.-(Business Wire)-September 30, 2008 - The WWE considers itself a safe harbor in the current volatile marketplace. The 9.4 % dividend yield on WWE stock is 300% higher than the S&P average. Given its strong balance sheet and cash generative businesses, WWE feels confident it can fund...
World Poker Tour(R) and Fox Sports Net Launch New TV Series, ClubWPT.com
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-September 30, 2008 - FSN, the leader in televised poker, and World Poker Tour, the pre-eminent poker sports brand, have joined forces to launch another first for poker programming - ClubWPT.com - a new series debuting in its regular timeslot Sunday, October 5 at 4:00 PM...
Fortune Brands Declares Regular Dividend
DEERFIELD, Ill.-(Business Wire)-September 30, 2008 - Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE: FO), the company behind leading consumer brands including Jim Beam, Titleist and Moen, today declared a regular dividend of 44 cents per share on the Common Stock, payable in cash on December 1, 2008, to stockholders of...
Fortune Brands Chairman Norm Wesley Announces Retirement; To Be Succeeded by CEO Bruce Carbonari
DEERFIELD, Ill.-(Business Wire)-September 30, 2008 - Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE: FO): — Carbonari to be Chairman and Chief Executive Officer — Wesley Remains a Director After 9 Years as Chairman Norm Wesley, chairman of the board of Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE: FO), today announced that...
Canada's Largest Commercial Fishing Harbour Bolsters Security With Wireless Video Surveillance
LOS GATOS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 30, 2008 - As part of an effort to crack down on equipment theft, Steveston Harbour in Richmond, British Columbia is the first Canadian harbor to deploy a wireless video mesh surveillance network that will monitor ships, trucks, containers and fishing...
WWE: 9.4% Yield
STAMFORD, Conn.-(Business Wire)-September 29, 2008 - The 9.4 % dividend yield on WWE stock is 300% higher than the S&P average. Given its strong balance sheet and cash generative businesses, WWE feels confident it can fund the dividend for the long term. The WWE considers itself a safe harbor in the...
Cabela's Announces the Closing of $200 Million Securitization
SIDNEY, Neb.-(Business Wire)-September 29, 2008 - Cabela's Incorporated (NYSE: CAB), the World's Foremost Outfitter(R) of hunting, fishing and outdoor gear, announced today that Cabela's Credit Card Master Note Trust successfully completed the sale of $200 million in Asset-Backed Notes, Series...
Next Inc. Announces Third Quarter Earnings
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-September 29, 2008 - Next Inc. (OTCBB:NXTI) an emerging leader in the imprinted sportswear products industry today announced its fiscal third quarter earnings for the three and six-month periods ended August 29, 2008. The Company will file its Form 10-Q for the...
Golfsmith Names Sue E. Gove Executive Vice President | Chief Operating Officer
AUSTIN, Texas-(Business Wire)-September 29, 2008 - Golfsmith International Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: GOLF) today announced the appointment of Sue E. Gove as Executive Vice President | Chief Operating Officer. Ms. Gove will initially oversee finance, supply chain and distribution, human resources...
Life Time Fitness Mansfield to Host VIP Celebration on October 2
-(Business Wire)-September 29, 2008 - Life Time Fitness (NYSE: LTM) -0- *T WHAT: VIP Celebration on Thursday, October 2, 2008, beginning at 6:45 p.m. for the new Life Time Fitness Mansfield location. WHERE: 1551 E. Debbie Lane Mansfield, TX 76063 Phone number: 682-518-7766 WHEN: Thursday...
Golf Trust of America, Inc. Announces Signing of Purchase and Sale Agreement for the Wildewood Country Club and the Country Club at Woodcreek Farms
CHARLESTON, S.C.-(Business Wire)-September 29, 2008 - Golf Trust of America, Inc. (AMEX:GTA - News) (the "Company") announced today that on September 26, 2008, its operating partnership, Golf Trust of America, LP, and certain of its subsidiaries entered into a Purchase and Sale Agreement (the...
David Leadbetter Golf Academy Announces Innovative Luggage Transportation Solution for Students
CHAMPIONSGATE, Fla.-(Business Wire)-September 29, 2008 - The David Leadbetter Golf Academy and The Luggage Club announced their partnership to allow DLGA students to ship their luggage and clubs at a special member's only rate via The Luggage Club's innovative luggage transportation service. With...
A Photo of Samsung's on Field Check Presentation for the Joe Torre Safe at Home Foundation is Available On Business Wire's Web Site and AP PhotoExpress
-(Business Wire)-September 29, 2008 - A Photo of the on field check presentation with Joe and Ali Torre, Samsung executives Steve Cook and JH Kim along with the Boys and Girls Club of Los Angeles for the donation of $68,000 on behalf of Samsung Printing Solutions and Samsung's Four Seasons of Hope...
Move Networks Expands Global Presence with Televisa, World's Largest Spanish-Speaking Media Company
MEXICO CITY & AMERICAN FORK, Utah-(Business Wire)-September 29, 2008 - Move Networks, the leading provider of Internet television services, today announced the company is working with Televisa, the world's largest provider of Spanish language television, to deliver live and on-demand sports...
Wazoo Sports to Broadcast Army Bowl High School Football Game
LONDON, Ky.-(Business Wire)-September 29, 2008 - Wazoo Sports will broadcast the 33rd Annual Army High School Football Bowl LIVE from McAdams Field in Fort Knox, KY. The Fort Knox Eagles will host the Fort Campbell Falcons Friday, October 3, 2008 at 8:00PM ET. As two of the only Army high schools...
Magink's New Reflective Display Technology Gives Fans a Front Row Seat at The Hall at Patriot Place Presented by Raytheon
FOXBOROUGH, Mass.-(Business Wire)-September 29, 2008 - Magink, the world's first developer and provider of full color reflective digital ink displays, today announced the first indoor installation of its reflective, non-light emitting, displays The Hall at Patriot Place presented by Raytheon, the...
Consignment Spots Sold Out for Inaugural Barrett-Jackson Auction in Las Vegas
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-September 29, 2008 - Officials with the Barrett-Jackson Auction Company recently announced that vehicle consignment spots for the company's inaugural Las Vegas event have been sold out, proving once again that economic woes are no match for the thriving collector...
The Bancorp Bank Partners with LeagueSafe to Offer Financial Tools to Fantasy Football Leagues
WILMINGTON, Del.-(Business Wire)-September 29, 2008 - The Bancorp Bank Payment Solutions Group, a division of The Bancorp Bank ("Bancorp"), a wholly owned subsidiary of The Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq:TBBK), announced today their partnership with LeagueSafe, the first service to address the needs of...
MarineMax Expands Brand Offering In New York and New Jersey
CLEARWATER, Fla.-(Business Wire)-September 29, 2008 - MarineMax, Inc. (NYSE:HZO), the nation's largest recreational boat retailer, announced today it has expanded its relationship with Hatteras and CABO, two of the world's premier manufacturers of sport fishing and cruising yachts. Specifically...
Live Current Media Inc.: Global Cricket Ventures and the BCCI Launch the Authoritative Source of Indian Cricket, BCCI.tv
VANCOUVER, British Columbia-(Business Wire)-September 29, 2008 - Live Current Media Inc. (OTCBB:LIVC), a media company built around content and commerce destinations, is pleased to announce that on September 27, 2008 at a press conference in Mumbai, India, the outgoing President of the Board of...
Hard Wired: Financing Sports Venues Featured on CIT "5 Minute Capital" Podcast Series
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 29, 2008 - CIT Group Inc. (NYSE: CIT), a leading global commercial finance company, today released another installment of 5 Minute Capital, a series of 5-minute podcasts featuring senior CIT executives commenting on current market conditions, investment trends...
Youth Enrichment Services Announces a New Executive Director
BOSTON-(Business Wire)-September 29, 2008 - Peter Haffenreffer, board chair of Youth Enrichment Services (YES), a non-profit that offers low- and moderate-income Boston area kids challenging outdoor and practical learning activities, today announced that Bryan Van Dorpe has been appointed as the...
MillerCoors Sponsorship of Bank of America Atlanta Football Classic Helps at-Risk Youth Win at Life
GOLDEN, Colo.-(Business Wire)-September 29, 2008 - MillerCoors and 100 Black Men of Atlanta teamed up for education this past weekend during the Bank of America Atlanta Football Classic's 20th anniversary game. MillerCoors, through its sponsorship of the Classic, helped 100 Black Men of Atlanta...
Top 25 Rankings of the Harris Interactive College Football Poll
ROCHESTER, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-September 28, 2008 - Today's Harris Interactive College Football Poll(SM) , the first for the 2008 college football season, shows the Top 25 results compiled from rankings submitted by the Harris Interactive panel of former coaches, players and administrators, and...
Parsons to Serve as Sponsor for Guam Youth Football League
PASADENA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 26, 2008 - Parsons, an engineering and construction firm, today announced that it will serve as a sponsor for Guam Youth Football League's (GYFL) 2008 Season. Parsons will be sponsoring the League as well as fielding its own team, the Parsons Saints...
Capitals Alex Ovechkin on the Cover of ESPN The Magazine - Part of the 2008 NHL Preview
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 26, 2008 - The Washington Capitals have never won a Stanley Cup and after a major victory surge at the end of last season and a trip to the playoffs, Caps fans are buzzing that this is THE year. One major factor for this new level of excitement - Alex Ovechkin...
A Photo of NASCAR Star Carl Edwards and Julie Catalano, Owner of Mystique Salon and Spa, is Available on Business Wire's Web Site and AP PhotoExpress
DELRAY BEACH, Fla.-(Business Wire)-September 26, 2008 - A photo of NASCAR star Carl Edwards and Julie Catalano, owner of Mystique Salon and Spa, is available on Business Wire's Web site and AP PhotoExpress. NASCAR star and current Sprint Cup Series point leader Carl Edwards helps Julie Catalano of...
Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission Selects Architectural, Construction Management Firms for Phase One of Metrodome Next
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-September 26, 2008 - The Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission (MSFC) announced today that it has selected HKS, Inc., and Mortenson Construction for architectural and construction management services, respectively, associated with a proposed reconstructed...
Global Icons Ribery, De Rossi, Kuranyi, Cech and Others Join Rooney and Ronaldinho on EA Sports FIFA Soccer 09 Pack Covers Around the World
REDWOOD CITY, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 26, 2008 - Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) today unveiled its world-wide lineup of cover athletes for EA SPORTS(TM) FIFA Soccer 09. Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney and AC Milan superstar Ronaldinho will be the face of FIFA Soccer 09 worldwide...
Mystique Salon and Spa Named 'Official Small Business of NASCAR, Courtesy of Office Depot'
DELRAY BEACH, Fla.-(Business Wire)-September 26, 2008 - Office Depot (NYSE:ODP), a leading global provider of office products and services, announced today that Mystique Salon and Spa of Boise, Idaho, will be the "Official Small Business of NASCAR, courtesy of Office Depot" for the remainder of...
For the Second Year in a Row, Audiences of "Live with Regis and Kelly" Vote Mathcounts (R) Champion Top Junior Achiever
ALEXANDRIA, Va.-(Business Wire)-September 26, 2008 - Darryl Wu, the winner of the 2008 MATHCOUNTS National Competition (www.mathcounts.org), was declared this year's winner of the Relly Award for Best Junior Achiever on September, 26, 2008 on "Live with Regis and Kelly." This marks the second year...
ProElite "Champions of Cage" Series Debuts on FSN This Sunday Night
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-September 26, 2008 - ProElite, Inc. (OTC:PELE) said today that its four-part EliteXC "Champions of the Cage" series premiers this Sunday at 9:00 pm on the Fox Sports Network (FSN). The new series of Sunday night mixed martial arts (MMA) telecasts continues through October...
Second Annual Future Leaders Forum Helps High School Students Chart Career Dreams
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla.-(Business Wire)-September 25, 2008 - Select students from around the world are packing their bags and heading to Walt Disney World Resort for the second annual Future Leaders Forum (www.futureleadersforum.com). In a partnership between The Toro Company, Walt Disney World Resort...
Company Led by Frank McCourt Completes Purchase of the Operating Rights to the City of Los Angeles Marathon
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-September 25, 2008 - Frank McCourt, through locally-based Going the Distance, LLC, has purchased the rights to operate The City of Los Angeles Marathon from Chicago-based Devine Racing Management. McCourt reached final agreement with Devine Racing Management, which has...
Farmers Insurance Group(R) Angel City Classic Initiate a Canned Food Drive for Victims of Hurricane Ike
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-September 25, 2008 - As Morehouse College and Prairie View A&M University football teams prepare for this Saturday's Farmers Insurance Group(R) Angel City Classic at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Farmers Insurance and Black Educational Events, the L.A. Sports...
Fitch Affirms Lucas County, Ohio's Taxable Economic Development Bonds at 'A+'
AUSTIN, Texas-(Business Wire)-September 25, 2008 - In the course of routine surveillance, Fitch Ratings affirms its rating of 'A+' on Lucas County (the county), Ohio's approximately $16.6 million taxable economic development bonds, series 2001A. Fitch has also affirmed the 'AA-' rating on the...
Boston Globe Media Launches New Sports Weekly: OT - Our Town. Our Teams.
BOSTON-(Business Wire)-September 25, 2008 - Boston Globe Media announced today the launch of a new weekly publication devoted to Boston sports fans and Boston sports teams: OT - Our Town. Our Teams. OT will cover the major sports of baseball, basketball, football, hockey and more. It will also cover...
Harlem Globetrotters Announce Historic Signing of First-Ever Puerto Rican Player
PHOENIX-(Business Wire)-September 25, 2008 - The World Famous Harlem Globetrotters have signed the first Puerto Rican-born player in the team's storied history, inking 6-8 dunking sensation Orlando "El Gato" Melendez. El Gato, a native of Ponce, Puerto Rico, and a former North Carolina Tar Heel...
Which Presidential Candidate is Really the People's Choice? Celebrifantasy Announces Celebripresident March-Madness Style Tournament
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 25, 2008 - Attention all Democrats, Republicans, Conservatives, Liberals and Independents - the real era of Change is here and is represented by the Bootylicious, LAMB, and Single Mom Y'all parties. If you're tired of the current Presidential choices, expand your...
ASN Secures NHL Broadcast Rights for Asia
HONG KONG & NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 25, 2008 - The National Hockey League (NHL) and All Sports Network (ASN) of Hong Kong today announced the signing of a multi-year deal giving ASN rights to broadcast the NHL via all forms of television including HDTV and IPTV throughout much of...
Sport Supply Group, Inc. Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
DALLAS-(Business Wire)-September 25, 2008 - Sport Supply Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: RBI) announced today that its Board of Directors approved and declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.025 per share on the Company's common stock for the first quarter of fiscal 2009, which ends September 30, 2008. The...
Lady of America Fitness for Women Signs Multi-Unit Franchise Development Deal LOA to Further Expand Franchises for Women's Fitness
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.-(Business Wire)-September 25, 2008 - Lady of America Franchise Corporation (LOAFC), franchisor of the LOA Fitness for Women and Lady of America fitness club brands, recently signed a development agreement with prominent existing Franchisee, John Gauthier. Gauthier, who...
Nike Reports First Quarter Earnings Per Share of $1.03
BEAVERTON, Ore.-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2008 - NIKE, Inc. (NYSE:NKE) today announced financial results for its fiscal 2009 first quarter ended August 31, 2008. Revenue grew 17 percent to $5.4 billion, compared to $4.7 billion for the same period last year. Changes in currency exchange rates...
Launch of New NHL.com Puts the Complete National Hockey League Experience on Every Fan's Desktop
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2008 - The National Hockey League (NHL) today unveiled the new NHL.com, a completely re-designed and re-programmed media portal that gives fans everywhere a personalized, all-access pass to their favorite NHL team and players. The new NHL.com fully leverages...
Yankees All-Star Closer, Mariano Rivera, Helps Fan Pitch the Ultimate Proposal and Become Part of Yankees History
BRONX, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2008 - Live at Yankee Stadium via the DiamondVision screen on Thursday, September 18, Yankees All-Star closer, Mariano Rivera, introduced Bill Davis as the grand prize winner of "The Final Engagement" contest sponsored by renowned Manhattan retailer, Michael...
Inconvenient Youth Tours the U.S. to Raise Awareness of Global Warming
SACRAMENTO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2008 - Inconvenient Youth, a non-profit, non-partisan network for and by teens, is touring 36 cities in the United States with Buena Vista Records artists KSM to raise awareness of global warming. Today, more than 1,000 inner-city youth will attend an...
RCN Sponsors Hospice Cup XXVII in Support of Hospice Care
HERNDON, Va.-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2008 - RCN Corporation (NASDAQ: RCNI), a leading provider of digital television, data, and voice services to residential and small - medium business customers, is a 2008 sponsor of Hospice Cup XXVII, which will take place in Annapolis, MD on September 27...
Cardo Systems Announces Launch of SCALA RIDER(R) Q2(TM) MULTISET
PITTSBURGH-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2008 - Cardo Systems, Inc., the world's market leader in the field of wireless Bluetooth(R) communications for motorcycle helmet headsets, today announced the launch of its new product, the SCALA RIDER(R) Q2(TM) MULTISET. The MULTISET retail box includes...
Innovative Timing Systems Showcases Innovative Alien(R) RFID Technology in its Race Timing Solutions
CHESTERFIELD, Mo.-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2008 - Innovative Timing Systems (ITS), a newly launched race timing solutions provider, today announced its partnership with Alien Technology, a leader in Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) products and services. Using Alien(R)'s RFID technology...
GTX Corp Announces Release of New 2-Way GPS(TM) Module for Licensee
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2008 - GTX Corp (OTCBB: GTXO), a leader in the licensing of embedded miniaturized GPS/PLS(TM) technology, announced the confirmation of receipt of its latest purchase order from licensee My Athlete LLC, for the newest generation of the gpVector(TM) device...
WazooSports.com Adds Kentucky Basketball Star to Management Team
LONDON, Ky.-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2008 - Wazoo Sports, Inc. announces one of their newest team members, former University of Kentucky Basketball Player and 1998 NCAA Final Four MVP, Jeff Sheppard. Sheppard will serve as Director of Sales and will be networking with businesses regionally...
Aptus Games Starts Their Engines Launching First Mini-Motion(TM) Title: Cars of Fury(TM)
RIVERSIDE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2008 - Actiga Corporation, (OTCBB: AGAC) (Frankfurt: 1AI), a leading pioneer in active video gaming, announces that its wholly owned subsidiary, Aptus Games, a fully integrated developer and manufacturer of interactive entertainment and...
Hasbro's LAZER TAG Returns This Fall 'Fully Loaded' for Fun with More Action, More Competition and More Gear
PAWTUCKET, R.I.-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2008 - Experience the thrill and competition of LAZER TAG like never before as Hasbro Inc. (NYSE:HAS) takes the popular game to the next level with new features including a videogame attachment for solo play. On September 26 - 28, LAZER TAG fans are...
Artificial Life Announces Klitschko Boxing - The Official Mobile Game
LOS ANGELES/BERLIN/RUSSIA/UKRAINE/HONG KONG-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2008 - Artificial Life, Inc., (OTCBB: ALIF) (www.artificial-life.com), a leading provider of broadband mobile 3G technology, participation TV, games and business applications, announced today that the company will be releasing...
Toshiba Delivers SCiB(TM), A Safe, Long-Life, Rapid Charge Battery to Cannondale Sports Group
TOKYO-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2008 - Toshiba Corporation (TOKYO:6502) today announced that its SCiB battery has been selected by Cannondale Sports Group, a global leader in branded bicycles and a division of Dorel Industries, Inc.(TSX: DII.B, DII.A) to provide the power battery module for a...
Golden Gate Yacht Club Renews Offer to Return the America's Cup to the Water
SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2008 - The Golden Gate Yacht Club (GGYC) announced today that it has formally renewed its offer to end its legal battle over the next America's Cup if Societe Nautique de Geneve (SNG) agrees immediately to stage the 33rd edition as a conventional, multiple...
Paralympic Athletes Using Invacare Top End Equipment Dominate the Competition Bringing Home More Than 120 Medals
ELYRIA, Ohio-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2008 - Paralympic athletes using Invacare Top End sports wheelchairs and handcycles blew away the competition with an outstanding showing at the 2008 Paralympics in Beijing. These athletes brought home more than 122 medals, 50 of which were gold. The...
LIVESTRONG.COM Announces Winner in the "Dare To Share Your Story" Contest
-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2008 - LIVESTRONG.COM: -0- *T WHAT: LIVESTRONG.COM, the new online destination for health, fitness and lifestyle, today announced the winner of the LIVESTRONG.COM "Dare To Share Your Story" Contest. WHO: Contestants from across the country uploaded original videos...
Webcast Alert: The Finish Line, Inc. Announces 2Q Earnings Call Webcast
INDIANAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2008 - The Finish Line, Inc. (NASDAQ:FINL) announces the following Webcast: What: The Finish Line, Inc. 2Q Earnings Call When: Friday, September 26 @ 8:30 a.m. Eastern Where: http://www.finishline.com under Investor Relations How: Live over the Internet...
Finca Cortesin, a New Luxury Hotel and Golf Resort in Spain, Opening October 1, 2008
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2008 - Just off the coast of southern Spain, 40 minutes west of Malaga, Finca Cortesin is opening its doors in October 1, 2008. Bringing luxury and style to the Costa del Sol, Finca Cortesin is in Casares, one of the most picturesque villages in southern Spain...
Farmers Insurance Group's Angel City Classic September 27th at Los Angeles Coliseum
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2008 - The Farmers Insurance Group(R) Angel City Classic football game and festivities will be held this Saturday, September 27th at the Los Angeles Coliseum. During the third or fourth quarter a new BMW 1 Series automobile will be given away to some lucky...
Philadelphia Parks Score with Staples and the Philadelphia Eagles
FRAMINGHAM, Mass.-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2008 - Staples, Inc. (Nasdaq: SPLS) today announced it has teamed up with the Philadelphia Eagles to launch Staples Dream Park Challenge, a park improvement initiative involving 15 parks in the greater Philadelphia area. From now through Nov. 17...
From Boulder to Round Rock - REI to Open Second Prototype Store
SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2008 - Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced that Round Rock, Texas will be the second location for the company's prototype store initiative that aims to test retail...
Amazing Cars to Be Sold at No Reserve During the Inaugural Barrett-Jackson Event in Las Vegas
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2008 - In just three weeks, the Barrett-Jackson Auction Company will bring its renowned collector car event to Las Vegas with an amazing selection of vehicles being sold at No Reserve. From Oct. 15-18, 2008, the Mandalay Bay Events Center will be the...
Polaris Presents Sand Riot 2008 in Conjunction with H-Bomb Films
-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2008 - Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE:PII): -0- *T WHAT: Polaris Industries will present the second-annual Sand Riot in conjunction with H-Bomb Films. The three-day dune extravaganza will include demos of the 2009 Polaris Outlaws and RANGERs, customized Polaris...
ProElite Signs New Fighters, Five Number Ones
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2008 - ProElite, Inc. (OTC:PELE) today announced recent signings of a new stable of top talent for its EliteXC mixed martial arts (MMA) series. The group includes ten of the world's top fighters - including five number one ranked combatants - all of whom...
Athletes Stay Connected in Realtime at Tri-California Events With BazuMedia Event Timing Solution
SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. & DAVIS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2008 - Tri-California Events and BazuMedia today announced a technology partnership to take the lead in race timing. BazuMedia a web-based, mobile software solution that provides event registration, scoring, text messaging and...
First Ever Core Performance Center Unveiled in Los Angeles, Founded from Lineage of World Famous Athletes' Performance Institutes
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2008 - Designed by the creators of the world-famous Athletes' Performance Institutes - the elite training centers that support top athletes around the world - comes the most comprehensive and holistic training experience for top performers in life. Today...
SensAble Technologies Helps NHL Central Scouting Rank Hockey Draft Picks With Haptically-Enabled Testing
TORONTO & WOBURN, Mass.-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2008 - SensAble Technologies, Inc(R), a leading provider of haptic devices and modeling solutions, announced that the NHL Central Scouting organization is using simulation tests developed by a Toronto-based researcher using SensAble's...
Team Garmin Edition of Edge 705 GPS-Enabled Cycling Computer is Made Available to the Public
OLATHE, Kan.-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2008 - Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, announced today that its innovative line of Edge cycling computers will now include a Team Garmin model, inspired by the iconic orange and...
Home Run, Touchdown, Score!: Userplane's Social Media Software is Top Pick for Professional Sports Websites
SANTA MONICA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2008 - Whether it's pre-game, post-game or during the game, a growing number of sports fans are doing some real-time cheering or booing via the web — and Userplane is the digital MVP that is making it possible. Userplane, the world's premier...
SPEED(TM) Test Drive of New Dodge Challenger to Feature Leno, Carmen Electra and Kyle Petty
CHARLOTTE, N.C.-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2008 - The popular SPEED series Test Drive will put the new Dodge Challenger SRT8 and its 6.1-liter SRT Hemi SMPI engine through its paces and feature appearances by late-night host and car aficionado Jay Leno, actress Carmen Electra and NASCAR driver...
Max Mara & ESPN Monday Night Football Reporters, Michele Tafoya & Suzy Kolber, Team up for NFL Season
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2008 - Max Mara and ESPN have teamed up to dress Monday Night Football (MNF) reporters Suzy Kolber and Michele Tafoya for the National Football League (NFL) regular season for all Monday night games on ESPN. For 16 weeks straight, Suzy and Michele will be...
Buckman's Ski and Snowboard Shops donate to Villanova's Fall Festival Committee
POTTSTOWN, Pa.-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2008 - For the fourth time in five years, Buckman's Ski and Snowboard Shops have donated proceeds from the sales of The North Face Denali jackets, hoodies, bags and t-shirts, along with Burton and Ride hoodies and sweatshirts to Villanova Universities...
Aaron Jones Named New York Titans President
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2008 - Aaron Jones, a former NBA and NFL executive and an All-American lacrosse player at Cornell University, has been named Team President of The New York Titans (www.nytitans.com) replacing Timothy Kelly. Jones will report directly to team ownership and...
Subway Development Corporation of Washington Helps Raise Money for the American Cancer Society
MCLEAN, Va.-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2008 - The Subway Development Corporation of Washington (SDC), long known for its community service efforts in the Mid-Atlantic region, is culminating their yearly fundraiser drive with their 11th annual Subway Charity Golf Classic Tournament. The tournament...
VYPE Kicks off National Ad Campaign with Academy Sports
TULSA, Okla.-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2008 - VYPE has signed its first national advertising contract with Academy Sports and Outdoors, one of the nation's largest sporting goods retailers, to provide targeted advertising in eight regions across the U.S. The contract will enable Academy Sports...
Qwest and Matt Holliday Hit Big Brothers Big Sisters RBI Challenge out of the Park
DENVER-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2008 - Qwest Communications International Inc. (NYSE: Q) today announced a $10,000 grant to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado (BBBS) through a run-batted-in (RBI) contest with Matt Holliday, all-star left fielder for the Colorado Rockies. Holliday...
NIKE, Inc. Announces New $5 Billion Share Repurchase Program
BEAVERTON, Ore.-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2008 - NIKE, Inc. (NYSE:NKE) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a new four-year, $5 billion program to repurchase shares of Nike's Class B Common Stock. The new program will commence upon the completion of the Company's current $3...
Bidding Starts Tomorrow in 10-Day Charity Auction for a Ride with Dale Jr.
GREENSBORO, N.C.-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2008 - Three laps, four and a half miles, three and a half minutes, 170 mph.... No matter how you look at it, a breakneck ride shotgun next to Dale Earnhardt Jr. is a thrill of a lifetime! And, thanks to an online charity auction from the Wrangler(R...
Workout Fundraising Event to Support Prostate Cancer Research
SANTA MONICA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2008 - Athletes for a Cure, a fundraising initiative of the Prostate Cancer Foundation, will host its third annual CrossFit Fight Gone Bad event to raise funds for prostate cancer research on September 27. The one-day workout puts participants...
Reaction Design Launches ENERGICO(TM) - A Revolutionary New Tool for Clean Combustion Design in Gas Turbine Applications
SAN DIEGO-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2008 - Reaction Design, the clean technology chemistry leader, today announced the release of ENERGICO(TM), a revolutionary new simulation package for the gas turbine industry that uses the power of detailed chemistry to accurately model combustion in a...
Local.com Supports 17th Annual Komen Orange County Race for the Cure(R)
IRVINE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2008 - Local.com Corporation (NASDAQ: LOCM), a leading local search site and network, today announced that the company is an official sponsor of the 17th annual Komen Orange County Race for the Cure(R) being held Sunday, September 28, 2008. The Race for...
Baja(TM): Edge of Control(TM) Unleashes Ultimate Off-Road Experience
AGOURA HILLS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2008 - THQ Inc. (NASDAQ:THQI) today announced Baja(TM): Edge of Control(TM) for the Xbox 360(R) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PLAYSTATION(R)3 computer entertainment system has shipped to retail outlets worldwide. From the...
Adobe and NFL Team Up to Bring Football Fans NFL Highlights Their Way
SAN JOSE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2008 - Adobe Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq:ADBE) and the National Football League (NFL) today announced the launch of the NFL.com Replay Re-Cutter powered by Adobe(R) Premiere(R) Express, a Web-based video remix and editing technology. The NFL.com Replay...
Silicon Labs Austin Marathon Relay Ranked Second Largest Marathon Relay Event
AUSTIN, Texas-(Business Wire)-September 21, 2008 - Today's fourth annual Silicon Labs Austin Marathon Relay featured great weather, supportive fans and over 2,000 runners which ranks this race as the second largest stand alone marathon relay event in the nation, preceded only by the nearly 40...
9-Year-Old Completes Triathlon, Helps Raise More Than $100,000 for Prostate Cancer
ORLANDO, Fla.-(Business Wire)-September 21, 2008 - Nine-year-old Winter Vinecki, a resident of Gaylord, Michigan, today honored her father's fight against prostate cancer by competing in the inaugural Athletes for a Cure Triathlon at the Disney World Resort near Orlando, Florida. Her effort helped...
Schuff Steel Company Reaches Construction Milestone on Glendale Spring Training Facility for the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Chicago White Sox
GLENDALE, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-September 19, 2008 - Schuff Steel Company reached a major construction milestone at the Glendale Spring Training Facility, new home of Los Angeles Dodgers and the Chicago White Sox, as the steel erector placed the last major piece of steel on the project—a...
Remarks by the President to the Boston Celtics
WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-September 19, 2008 - THE WHITE HOUSE/Office of the Press Secretary: East Room 3:04 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Welcome to the White House. (Applause.) Please be seated. So, Celtic Pride is back. (Applause.) So a friend of mine, who is a huge Celtics fan, said, why don't you...
Exciting Publication on How Fans Stay Connected in the United States with Remote Seats
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-September 19, 2008 - Research and Markets *T For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/8f7402/remote_seats_how
Florida Gaming Corporation Settles Insurance Claim for $8,500,000
MIAMI-(Business Wire)-September 19, 2008 - Florida Gaming Corporation (OTCBB: FGMG) announced today that FGMG settled a lawsuit against Affiliated FM Insurance Company for a total of $8,500,000. The claim resulted from damages caused by hurricane Wilma in October, 2005. FGMG incurred legal and...
The Number One Fighting Videogame Franchise to Make Its Online Debut with WWE(R) SmackDown(R) vs. Raw(R) Online
AGOURA HILLS, Calif. & SEOUL, South Korea-(Business Wire)-September 19, 2008 - THQ Inc. (NASDAQ:THQI) and JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ:JAKK) today announced an agreement with PC-Online game developer Vertigo Games for WWE(R) SmackDown(R) vs. Raw(R) Online (working title). Scheduled for release in...
OKI Data Americas Supports Its First Colorectal Cancer Event as a Sponsor of the Colon Cancer Alliance's Inaugural Undy 5000 Philadelphia Event
MOUNT LAUREL, N.J.-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2008 - The employees of OKI Data Americas, a leading printer manufacturer, announce their support of the Colon Cancer Alliance's Undy 5000 event occurring on Saturday, September 27th at Lloyd Hall on Boathouse Row in Philadelphia. It is the first...
Portfolio.com Launches "Back to Back" Series: Superstars Pursuing Second Careers
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2008 - Portfolio.com is launching "Back to Back," a quarterly video series about big names who have succeeded in more than one field, it was announced today by Ari Brandt, General Manager of Portfolio.com. Developed in partnership with Fifty Lessons, the...
Dream Mountain Game Ranch to Sell in Oct. 23 Auction
ALBRIGHT, W. Va.-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2008 - Dream Mountain Game Ranch - a 1,150-acre property where hunters have paid more than $15,000 for a weekend to hunt whitetail deer and elk - will be sold at auction on Thursday, Oct. 23, with Albert Burney Auction Company managing the sale. The...
"Bowling For Boobies" Gets a New Set: Holly Madison ("The Girls Next Door") to Appear and Bowl on October 13 at Lucky Strike Lanes in Hollywood
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2008 - Busted Foundation announced today that it's "rolled a strike" for its upcoming annual "Bowling for Boobies" fundraising event by adding Playboy superstar Holly Madison. Madison, Hugh Hefner's #1 girlfriend and star of E! Network's "The Girls Next...
New Soccer Agency Will Specialize in Cultivating Young American Athletes
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2008 - Max Eppel Soccer Agency LLC (MESA) announced today that it has opened its world soccer headquarters in Newport Beach, California. Located at 3419 Via Lido #117, Newport Beach, CA 92663. MESA is dedicated to bridging the relevance gap between...
GolTV Scores Time Warner Cable Launches in Texas
MIAMI-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2008 - GolTV, the only live bilingual channel delivering 24/7 soccer, is now available to Time Warner Cable customers in El Paso, Rio Grande Valley, Corpus Christi, Uvalde, Del Rio and Eagle Pass. Time Warner Cable, the nation's 2nd largest cable operator, now...
Dominique Moceanu and Mike Canales Expecting Second Child
CLEVELAND-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2008 - Olympic gold medal winning gymnast Dominique Moceanu and her husband, Dr. Michael Canales, have announced that they will be yet again adding to their magnificent team next year. Moceanu is pregnant with the couple's second child and due to give birth...
Challenge Games Secures $10 Million Financing
AUSTIN, Texas-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2008 - Challenge Online Games(TM), Inc. (Challenge Games), developer of the popular online fantasy game Duels and the new fantasy baseball and card collecting game Baseball Boss, announced it has secured $10 million in Series B funding. The round is...
Samuel Ryder is Alive - Thanks to Digital Illusions LLC
LOUISVILLE, Ky.-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2008 - Samuel Ryder died in 1936, but at the 2008 Ryder Cup Gala Event he was full size, front and center, and looking better than ever. Samuel had some tricks up his sleeve this time around. He hit golf balls into the crowd and disappeared and...
JD Group's TranzX Power Support Technology Comes to America
FRANKFURT, Germany-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2008 - JD Group (GER:IZO), manufacturer of mobility products and bike components, announces its plan to introduce TranzX Power Support Technology, its top selling line of pedal-activated drive systems for bicycles, to North American manufacturers...
ITT Irrigation System Chosen for Al Ruwaya Golf Course in Dubai
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2008 - ITT Corporation (NYSE:ITT), the leading provider of pumps and systems for the movement and treatment of water and wastewater, announced that its Flowtronex(R) Silent Storm pumping system has been chosen to provide irrigation for Al Ruwaya...
2008 EA SPORTS NCAA Football Challenge Presented by Coca-Cola Zero Puts College Football Pride on the Line as Gamers Square off on Campus
REDWOOD CITY, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2008 - Strap on your helmets and start up the marching band as Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) announced today the start of the EA SPORTS(TM) NCAA(R) Football Challenge presented by Coca-Cola Zero. The NCAA Football Challenge kicked off its...
Pepperidge Farm and Dwyane Wade Launch Fitness Platform to Promote a Healthy Lifestyle among America's Youth
NORWALK, Conn.-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2008 - The Pepperidge Farm(R) Flavor Blasted(R) Goldfish(R) brand, along with the NBA and Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade, announced today the launch of a new fitness platform called Goldfish Games, which encourages America's youth to get active and have a great...
Plusmo Launches College Football Live; With Free Mobile Application, Fans Won't Miss a Minute of Favorite Teams and Players This Season
SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2008 - After launching the popular Pro Football Live mobile application last week, mobile technology innovator Plusmo will unveil the beta version of College Football Live at the GigaOm Mobilize conference in San Francisco today. This free mobile...
Clearly Canadian to Immediately Focus on Launch of Revamped Beverage Line Up
TORONTO-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2008 - CLEARLY CANADIAN BRANDS (OTCBB:CCBEF) today announced that in the upcoming 4th quarter it will be launching its revamped line-up of Clearly Canadian sparkling flavored waters in 20 oz and 1 Liter PET, which will be produced under their new bottling...
RBS Caps Landmark Year in Golf at the 2008 Ryder Cup
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2008 - The Royal Bank of Scotland Group (RBS), one of the world's leading financial services groups and a Proud Supporter of the 2008 Ryder Cup, will complete its most significant year in the world of golf at this week's event in Louisville, Kentucky. As...
Country's Largest Motorcycle Insurer Becomes Official Sponsor of Women's Motorcyclist Foundation
MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2008 - For 25 years, the Women's Motorcyclist Foundation (WMF) has been promoting the safe enjoyment of motorcycling among women. WMF has also dedicated itself to the fight against breast cancer, raising more than $2 million for Susan G. Komen for...
Paul Shirley and Matt Shirley Join YouCastr Network
BOSTON-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2008 - YouCastr, the Live Interactive Sports Network, is pleased to announce that former NBA player and ESPN blogger Paul Shirley and his brother Matt Shirley have joined the YouCastr network to broadcast their online sports show "Off Topic with Matt and Paul...
Keep Your Boat Afloat in the off Season
MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2008 - As the summer boating season comes to a close, many boaters are preparing their vessels for winter storage. Leading boat insurer Progressive wants to remind boat owners about a number of steps they can take to make sure their boats are...
WWE(R)'s Biggest And Best Come To TV Azteca in Mexico
MEXICO CITY-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2008 - At a press conference in Mexico City today, World Wrestling Entertainment(R) (WWE) and TV Azteca announced a new agreement which will see WWE SmackDown(R) available on Azteca 7. Beginning October 3, WWE SmackDown will be broadcast to millions of TV...
2008 EA SPORTS Madden Challenge Presented by Best Buy(R) Kicks off a New Season of Intense Competition for Madden Players Worldwide
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. & MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2008 - Snap your chin strap and get ready to put your Madden NFL skills on the line as Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) announced today the start of the EA SPORTS(TM) Madden Challenge presented by Best Buy. The Madden Challenge...
Next Inc. Announces Record August Shipments and Comments on U.S. Retail Apparel Environment
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2008 - Next Inc. (OTCBB:NXTI) an emerging leader in the imprinted sportswear products industry today announced it recorded record shipments for the month of August. The company shipped in excess of $5 million for the month bringing year to date...
Bonterra Vineyards to Kick off "Greening the Greens" Program Ryder Cup Week
LOUISVILLE, Ky.-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2008 - Bonterra Vineyards, the Official Wine of The PGA of America and the best-selling wine made from organic grapes in the U.S.,(a) is helping golf courses across the country become "greener" through a partnership with Audubon International. From...
TruMedia Networks Acquires Social Media Properties from Boxcar Media
BOSTON-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2008 - TruMedia Networks, a developer of social media technologies focused on building communities of sports fans, today announced it has acquired online sports communities Sawxheads.com, Celtsheads.com, Patsheads.com and Blackandgoldheads.com from Boxcar...
Panelist Recruitment for the 2008 Harris Interactive College Football Poll Finalized
ROCHESTER, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2008 - Harris Interactive(R) has finalized the recruitment of the panel for the 2008 Harris Interactive College Football Poll(SM) commissioned by the Bowl Championship Series (BCS). The poll is one of the components in the BCS Standings that will be used...
Hershey's Turns Pink to Honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month
HERSHEY, Pa.-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2008 - For the fourth year, The Hershey Company will turn pink in October to help raise awareness of breast cancer. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the iconic Hershey(R)'s Kisses(R) Brand Milk Chocolates, Hershey(R)'s Nuggets Chocolates...
Vibram and Simms Tackle Aquatic Nuisance Species
DENVER-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2008 - Quabaug Corporation, the North American manufacturers of Vibram(R) products, and Simms(R) are proud to announce their new partnership. This announcement is driven by Simms commitment to be felt-free by the year 2010. Sole Partners Vibram and Simms...
This 2008 Report on U.S. Sporting and Recreation Goods Product Lines is Available Now
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2008 - Research and Markets - Summary tables showing matrix of product line sales by retail industry - Industry definitions and descriptions Key Topics Covered: Summary of Product Lines Sales by Industry Sporting goods - Home centers Sporting goods...
Champion Unveils 'It's More Than a Show, It's a Performance' National Advertising and Branding Campaign Beginning with Tennis Champion Andy Roddick
MIDDLEBORO, Mass.-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2008 - Champion Exposition Services ("Champion"), a leading provider of comprehensive event solutions and exposition services, today revealed a new branding and advertising campaign titled, 'It's more than a show, it's a performance.' Champion's...
"The Buying and Selling of Sports Teams" Featured on CIT "5 Minute Capital" Podcast Series
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2008 - CIT Group Inc. (NYSE: CIT), a leading global commercial finance company, today released another installment of "5 Minute Capital," a series of five-minute podcasts featuring senior CIT executives commenting on current market conditions, investment trends...
Media Alert for Sunday, September 21 - Orlando: 9-Year-Old Winter Vinecki to Compete in Triathlon in Honor of Her Father with Advanced Prostate Cancer
-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2008 - Prostate Cancer Foundation: WHAT: Nine-year-old Winter Vinecki, a resident of Gaylord Michigan, will be honoring her dad's fight against prostate cancer as the youngest competitor/fundraiser in the Athletes for a Cure Triathlon in Orlando on September 21. Winter...
Women in Technology Helps Girls Take a Swing at Technology
-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2008 - Women in Technology (WIT(SM)) will host "Drive to Succeed" the 9th Annual Women in Technology Charity Golf Tournament on Tuesday, October 7, 2008. All funds raised support the Women in Technology Education Foundation (WITEF), a 501 (c) (3) charitable...
Use of ANSYS Software by BMW Sauber F1 Team Commended by MITcon Manufacturing IT Awards
CANONSBURG, Pa.-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2008 - ANSYS, Inc. (NASDAQ: ANSS), a global innovator of simulation software and technologies designed to optimize product development processes, today announced that a strategy of the BMW Sauber F1 Team to increase the reliance on engineering simulation...
Artificial Life Releases First Mobile Game in Leo Messi-GOAL! Series
LOS ANGELES & BARCELONA, Spain & BUENOS AIRES, Argentina & HONG KONG-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2008 - Artificial Life, Inc., (OTCBB: ALIF, www.artificial-life.com), a leading provider of mobile broadband 3G technology, participation TV, games and business applications, announced...
Bidding Online to "Swap" Jobs With NASCAR Driver Michael Waltrip Ends in 48 Hours
PHOENIX-(Business Wire)-September 16, 2008 - NASCAR fans who want to experience owning their own race team have only two days remaining to bid on the Best Western "Fan Swap" - an opportunity to "swap" jobs for a day with two-time Daytona 500 winner Michael Waltrip. The highest bid for this...
SouthernLINC Wireless Catches "The Fishing Trip of a Lifetime" Sweepstakes Winner
ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-September 16, 2008 - SouthernLINC Wireless, a Southern Company (NYSE: SO), today announced that Cobie Dixon of Geneva, Ala., is the winner of its second annual "The Fishing Trip of a Lifetime" sweepstakes. SouthernLINC Wireless will provide Dixon and his father, Hobie...
Fisher Putters Announces R.W. Eaks Fourth Champions Tour Victory Using a Fisher TALON TS-3 4-SPEED PUTTER
CONOVER, N.C.-(Business Wire)-September 16, 2008 - Defending Champion, R.W. Eaks has won his Fourth Champions Tour event at the Greater Hickory Classic using a Fisher Talon TS-3 4-Speed putter. Eaks has won over 2.75 million dollars in the last 2 years after putting the Fisher Talon TS-3 in his bag...
Rain Bird Showcases the Intelligent Use of Water as the Exclusive Irrigation Provider for the 2008 Golf Magazine(R) Dream House
AZUSA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 16, 2008 - Rain Bird(R), the leading manufacturer and provider of irrigation products and services, announced today that it is the exclusive provider of the sprinkler and drip irrigation system for the 2008 GOLF Magazine Dream House. Located at The Cliffs at...
Fox Sports en Espanol Supports the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-September 16, 2008 - Fox Sports en Espanol demonstrated its continual support for the Hispanic community by sponsoring the general reception at the 31st Annual Awards Gala of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) this past Wednesday, September 10th in...
Wigwam(R), a Proud Sponsor of Project Athena
SHEBOYGAN, Wis.-(Business Wire)-September 16, 2008 - Wigwam, an authentic American brand of socks, is redefining health and sport footwear with technologically advanced socks that make any adventure, from running the river trails to competing in a triathlon, a great experience. Pulling inspiration...
'Staples Dream Park Challenge with the Bears' Returns to Give Chicagoland Parks a Chance to Win $25,000
FRAMINGHAM, Mass.-(Business Wire)-September 16, 2008 - Staples, Inc. (Nasdaq: SPLS) today announced it has teamed up again with the Chicago Bears to launch the second Staples Dream Park Challenge, an initiative that makes it easy for Chicagoland residents to win improvement money for their local...
inthinc Creates New Motorsports Division
SALT LAKE CITY-(Business Wire)-September 16, 2008 - inthinc, a developer and manufacturer of technologies to improve driving safety, today announced the creation of a Motorsports Division, which will drive innovation and business development opportunities for inthinc within the NASCAR(R) and greater...
USANA's Timothy "Desert Storm" Bradley Defends WBC Title
SALT LAKE CITY-(Business Wire)-September 16, 2008 - USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: USNA) congratulates USANA Associate and undefeated professional boxer Timothy "Desert Storm" Bradley on defending his WBC super lightweight title. In a unanimous decision, Bradley defeated Edner Cherry on...
New Book Bear Trap, Detailing the Fall of Bear Stearns, Pre-Released Monday, September 15th, 2008, on the Heels of Lehman Brother's Bankruptcy and Merrill Lynch's Sale to Bank of America
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 16, 2008 - It did not take long for the meltdown of the legendary investment bank Bear Stearns to be canonized in full-fledged novel form for the history archives. The book is co-authored by Andrew Spencer, VP Literary of CMG Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: CMGO) Creative...
Champion Surfer Kelly Slater Finds Tahiti Waters the Perfect Launching Pad For havoc TV's "Ultimate Wave 3D" Movie Promotion
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 16, 2008 - The unique multi-platform marketing campaign surrounding the anticipated release of next year's "Ultimate Wave 3D" IMAX(R) theater film recently made a big splash. The movie's production team was in the water filming as Kelly Slater, eight-time...
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