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ACE DuraFlo ePIPE Technology Adds Service Locations in West Texas and Hawaii

IRVINE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - ACE DuraFlo ePIPE(R), the leader in epoxy pipe lining, has expanded their patented plumbing restoration process throughout West Texas and Hawaii. Tony Dobbratz, President of A and D Plumbing in West Texas, said, "We are pleased to join the ACE DuraFlo...

IABC/Houston Honors Executive, Member Communicators of the Year

HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - The Houston chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) named Dr. Giuseppe Colasurdo, dean of The University of Texas Medical School at Houston, its Executive Communicator of the Year. David B. McKinney, ABC, APR, Communications...

Douglas Emmett, Inc. Announces 2008 First Quarter Earnings Results

SANTA MONICA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Douglas Emmett, Inc. (NYSE:DEI), a real estate investment trust (REIT), announced the release of its first quarter financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2008. Financial Results Funds From Operations (FFO) for the first quarter ending...

GarageTown USA Dominates Garage Condo Market in Arizona

MESA, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - GarageTown USA AZ is offering garage "condos" for sale at multiple locations in the Phoenix Valley and there's no shortage of investors. Director of Sales and Marketing Stefanie McDaniel notes, "We launched our first community in August at Chandler's Stellar...

Governor Schwarzenegger to Keynote Conference on California's Future

-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - WHAT: The Conference on California's Future, aligned around the Governor's strategic growth plan for California, features world class keynotes, five leadership summits on topics key to the state's future and the largest technology solutions expo for state and local...

NWA Cargo Announces Increases in Fuel Surcharges

EAGAN, Minn.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - As a result of the continuing rapid increase in the price of jet fuel, NWA Cargo will raise its fuel surcharge in certain markets effective May 15, 2008, subject to government approvals where required. International fuel surcharges will be increased from...

Election Protection Fields Nearly 800 Calls During North Carolina and Indiana Primary Elections

WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire — As polls closed across both North Carolina and Indiana this evening, the Election Protection Coalition reported receiving nearly 800 calls to the Voter Protection Hotline throughout the day. Election Protection and its diverse group of partners, which...

Corporate Office Properties Trust Reports First Quarter 2008 Results

COLUMBIA, Md.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Corporate Office Properties Trust (COPT) (NYSE:OFC) announced today financial and operating results for the quarter ended March 31, 2008. Highlights — 13.7% increase in Diluted Funds from Operations ("Diluted FFO") per share to $.58 for the first...

St. Joseph Center Honors AECOM at Annual Fundraiser

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - AECOM Technology Corporation, (NYSE: ACM), a leading provider of professional technical and management support services for government and commercial clients around the world, received St. Joseph Center's Community Service Award during the center's 23rd...

Georgia Gulf Reports First Quarter 2008 Financial Results

ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Georgia Gulf Corporation (NYSE: GGC) today announced financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2008. Georgia Gulf reported net sales of $712.5 million for the first quarter of 2008 compared to net sales of $713.7 million for the first quarter of...

Remarks by President Bush and President Torrijos of Panama in Photo Opportunity

WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Oval Office 3:07 P.M. EDT PRESIDENT BUSH: It's been my pleasure to welcome my friend, the President of Panama. Mr. President, welcome back. It's good to see you, sir. I can't thank you enough for your friendship and your leadership. Under your leadership...

American Biltrite Reports First Quarter Results

WELLESLEY HILLS, Mass.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - American Biltrite Inc. (AMEX:ABL) reported today its results for the first quarter of 2008. Net sales for the three months ended March 31, 2008 were $95.8 million, compared with $100.0 million in the first quarter of 2007. Net income for the three...

Democracy 21 President Fred Wertheimer Blasts White House for Withdrawing 'Holdover' FEC Commissioner David Mason as FEC Nominee

Mason Raised Legal Questions About Senator McCain's Effort to Withdraw from the Presidential Primary Public Financing System Democracy 21 Also Repeats Serious Concerns It First Raised in 2005 about Appointing Don McGhan to Serve on FEC; McGahn has served as NRCC Counsel and as a Campaign Finance and...

WJ Communications Announces First Quarter 2008 Financial Results

SAN JOSE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - WJ Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: WJCI), a leading designer and supplier of radio frequency (RF) solutions for the wireless infrastructure and radio frequency identification (RFID) reader markets, today announced results for the first quarter ended March...

Modtech Holdings, Inc. to Announce First-Quarter 2008 Results on May 15, 2008

PERRIS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Modtech Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq:MODT) will release first-quarter 2008 results after the market close on Thursday, May 15, 2008. At 1:30 p.m. PDT (4:30 p.m. EDT) on May 15, the Company will hold a teleconference to discuss the financial results and outlook...

Business and Labor Opposes Prop 98, Neutral on Prop 99

SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - The California Council for Environmental and Economic Balance ("CCEEB"), a coalition of business, labor and public leaders agreed today to oppose Proposition 98, a statewide ballot proposition that aims to prohibit rent control. CCEEB also voted to take no...

Watkins Launches All-Natural Home and Personal Care Lines

WINONA, Minn.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - When J.R. Watkins mixed his first batch of natural remedies in 1868, he probably had no idea his "green" philosophy would be more relevant today than ever with the launch of J.R. Watkins Natural Apothecary and J.R. Watkins Natural Home Care. "Our new lines...

Press Briefing by Dana Perino

WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 12:41 P.M. EDT MS. PERINO: Hi, how is everybody? Two announcements for you. First of all, the President is pleased that the U.S.-Russian Agreement for Cooperation in the Field of Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy &mdash...

UNICEF on the Ground in Myanmar Delivering Critical Supplies

NEW YORK, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Some 130 UNICEF technical and operations staff traveled to the areas affected by Cyclone Nargis today, identifying the greatest threats to children and women and delivering life-saving supplies. "Time is of the essence," said Ann M. Veneman...

Online Sellers Are Going Green, Survey Says

CAMPBELL, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Online Market World just released its latest report, "How Green is eCommerce?" and found that both B2B and B2C online sellers are increasingly adopting environmentally friendly business practices. The survey can be downloaded free from...

Manatt Adds Noted Real Estate Attorney Tom Muller

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, the national law and consulting firm, announced today that Tom Muller has joined the firm's Los Angeles office as a partner. Mr. Muller has substantial experience representing publicly-held and private companies and...

Stacey Fishbein, Esq. Joins Class Action Administration Division of A.B. Data, Ltd. as Account Executive

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Jerry Benjamin, Co-Managing Director of A.B. Data, Ltd. ("A.B. Data"), announced today, "A.B. Data is proud to welcome Stacey Fishbein, Esq. as Account Executive, and the launch of its new West Palm Beach, Florida office. Ms. Fishbein comes to A.B. Data with...

Arthur Chan Joins Manatt in Washington

LOS ANGELES & WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, the national law and consulting firm, announced that Arthur H. Chan, Ph.D. has joined the firm as a senior advisor in the Government & Regulatory Practice Group. He previously served as Democratic...

USAID Provides Additional $3 Million in Assistance to the Burmese People in Cyclone Aftermath

WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The American people, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), are providing an additional $3 million dollars in initial assistance to help meet the most urgent needs of the Burmese people in the aftermath of Cyclone Nargis...

Homeless Pets Finding Families at Petland Stores Nationwide

CHILLICOTHE, Ohio-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - The year-end results of a new survey are in, and the news is good for homeless pets at Petland stores nationwide. "In the last 10 years, Petland has placed more than 270,000 homeless pets," said Frank Difatta, president of Petland, Inc. Companywide...

Thompson National Properties Hires Mark Osgood as Managing Partner and President of the Company's Debt Fund

IRVINE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Thompson National Properties, LLC announced today that Mark Osgood has joined the company as managing partner and president of Thompson National Properties' Debt Fund. In this position, Osgood is responsible for sourcing debt, loan portfolios, joint...

Paychex Appoints Two Vice Presidents of Payroll Sales

ROCHESTER, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Paychex, Inc. today announced new leadership responsibilities for two veteran senior managers in its sales organization. Michael A. McCarthy has been named the company's vice president of sales for Major Market Services, the segment of the Paychex...

Vietnamese Government to Bring to Trial American Activist Nguyen Quoc Quan and Two Other Democracy Promoters

WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Communist authorities in Vietnam will bring to trial American citizen Nguyen Quoc Quan, Thai resident Somsak Khunmi and Vietnamese citizen Nguyen The Vu on May 13, 2008. On November 17, 2007, security police in Saigon arrested members and...

The Altman Companies Celebrate 40th Anniversary in 2008 with Plans for Considerable Growth in Luxury Rental Development

BOCA RATON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - During the real estate recession in 1974, The Altman Companies entered a distressed Florida market and tackled its first REIT rescue assignment for North American Investors in Largo, Florida. Today, as it celebrates its 40th year in business, Altman...

Kraton Polymers LLC Appoints Barry J. Goldstein and Richard C. Brown to its Board of Directors

HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Kraton Polymers LLC (Kraton) announces the appointment of Barry J. Goldstein and Richard C. Brown to its Board of Directors, effective May 1st. Also effective as of May 1st, James R. Ball has stepped down from the Kraton Board after three years of service. Mr...

FRC Action Endorses Marilyn Musgrave

WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Today, FRC Action endorsed incumbent U.S. Representative Marilyn Musgrave representing the 4th district of Colorado. "The pro-family movement has no greater ally than Marilyn," said Connie Mackey, Senior Vice-President of FRC Action. "As a...

The Nation's First Consumer Connections Company Lands Abruptly in Scottsdale

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Less than two years after its founding, Blind Society, the nation's first company specializing in Consumer Connections, announced today that it has opened offices in Scottsdale, Ariz., and has taken home 10 distinctive honors in the non-traditional...

Kraton Polymers LLC Announces First Quarter 2008 Earnings Release Conference Call and Webcast

HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Kraton Polymers LLC (Kraton), a leading global producer of engineered polymers, announced that it has scheduled a conference call on Wednesday, May 14, 2008 from 9:00-10:00 a.m. Central Time (10:00-11:00 a.m. ET) to discuss first quarter 2008 financial...

Fitch Ratings Downgrades 4 Classes from Mezz Cap 2005-C3

CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Fitch Ratings has downgraded four classes and assigned a Distressed Recovery (DR) rating to two classes of Mezz Cap's commercial mortgage pass-through certificates, series 2005-C3, as follows: —$1.6 million class F downgraded to 'BB+' from 'BBB...

Labor Commissioner's Office Prohibits Martinez Contractor from Bidding on Public Works Contracts

SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - The Labor Commissioner's Office has issued an order prohibiting Contemporary Floors, Inc. (CFI) and its CEO and president, Timothy Allen Kennady, from bidding on or receiving any public works contracts for three years. The prohibition, officially known...

Felon in Possession of Firearm Sentenced to 46 Months Federal Prison

LOS ANGELES, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Robert Raymundo Figueroa was sentenced to 46 months, three years supervised release and $100 special assessment by U.S. District Court Judge Margaret M. Morrow, for the Central District of California, for violation of Title 18, United States...

Neighborhood Crips Gang Member Sentenced to 48 Months Federal Prison

LOS ANGELES, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Neighborhood Crips gang member Andre Lockhart was sentenced to 48 months federal imprisonment consecutive to 36 months state sentence, three years supervised release and $100 special assessment by U.S. District Court Judge Gary A. Feess, for...

FRC Action Endorses Bob Marshall for Senate

WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — FRC Action today announced its endorsement of Delegate Robert Marshall for the U.S. Senate representing the state of Virginia. "Delegate Marshall is the conservative candidate in this race," said Connie Mackey, Senior Vice-President of FRC...

Hill International Wins Six Regional Project Achievement Awards from the CMAA

MARLTON, N.J.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Hill International (NYSE:HIL), the global leader in managing construction risk, announced today that the company has been recognized with six regional Project Achievement Awards from the Construction Management Association of America ("CMAA"). The...

FRC Action Endorses Robert Schaffer for Senate

WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Today, FRC Action endorsed Robert Schaffer for the U.S. Senate seat representing Colorado. "I have worked with him on several pieces of pro-family legislation and have consistently been impressed by his integrity, intelligence and assiduous...

Fitch: Weak Sales for U.S. Retailers in the Remainder of 2008

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Fitch Ratings expects that comparable store sales performance in the U.S. retail industry will remain weak for the remainder of 2008, particularly in the discretionary apparel and home products segments. Retail operators continue to face a challenging...

PrideStaff: Staffing Industry Offers Ray of Light for Businesses During Rough Economic Times

FRESNO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - No one really wants to talk about the "r" word, but recession has been a recent focus with the state of today's economy. While many companies throughout the country have been forced to lay off employees to address the spiraling down economy, the...

Fitch Rates The Chubb Corporation's Senior Notes 'A+'; Affirms IDR at 'AA-'

CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Fitch Ratings assigns an 'A+' rating to the following senior note issuances of The Chubb Corporation's (NYSE: CB) (Chubb): —$600 million issue of 5.75% senior notes due May 15, 2018; —$600 million issue of 6.50% senior notes due May 15, 2038...

Equilar(R) Launches Fortune 250 Senior Officer Compensation Survey

REDWOOD SHORES, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Equilar, the market leader for executive compensation benchmarking solutions, today announced the launch of the Fortune 250 Senior Officer Survey. Equilar's new and innovative survey will provide compensation data beyond the "Top 5" executives and...

Congressman Charles Rangel, Sheryl Lee Ralph, and Roland Martin, to appear at Spirit of Democracy awards dinner may 7 at 6:30 PM

Entertainment includes gospel singer Shirley Caesar WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The Honorable Charles B. Rangel, Chair, Ways and Means Committee U. S. Congress; Roland S. Martin, syndicated columnist, radio host and CNN commentator; Sheryl Lee Ralph, actress; Bev Smith...

InterAction Members Respond to the Cyclone in Burma

WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — As of today, Tuesday, May 6, state officials have estimated the death toll in Burma from Cyclone Nargisat at over 22,000. Over 40,000 people are missing and millions more are homeless. Priority emergency relief needs are shelter, food, water...

Research and Markets: ZigBee Emerging Technology Report Spring 2008 Provides an In-Depth Analysis and Forecast of Markets Likely to Adopt ZigBee

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of ZigBee Emerging Technology Report Spring 2008 to their offering. The ZigBee Emerging Technology Report analyzes and forecasts 11 market segments likely to adopt ZigBee. The Report includes analysis of...

Remarks by the President Commemorating Military Spouse Day

WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - South Lawn 9:55 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much, Phil. I appreciate — appreciate you and your band members being here today. Thanks for entertaining us here on the South Lawn of the White House. (Applause.) We are so glad you have come...

15th Annual West Coast Casualty Construction Defect Seminar to Highlight ``Conflicts of Interest'' & ``Recent Court Decisions''

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Los Angeles-based law firm Chapman, Glucksman, Dean, Roeb & Barger announced today that two of its accomplished attorneys, partner Thomas Halliwell and associate Dan Cribbs, will serve as invited speakers at this year's milestone 15th Annual West Coast...

Michigan Fundraiser Highlights McCain's Radical Friends, Says Democratic National Committee

WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Tonight, John McCain will attend a fundraiser for his presidential campaign in Michigan. According to the invitation, he will be joined by the chair of his Michigan Victory 08 committee, John Rakolta, Jr., and McCain Michigan co-chairman...

Media Advisory - Leading Scientist to be New Executive Director of Canada's Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics

WATERLOO, ON, May 6 PRNewswire - You are invited to view an important, live webcast announcement by Mike Lazaridis, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics (PI), regarding the appointment of a new Executive Director - an internationally respected...

Businesses on PA's Tax Delinquent List Now Owe $8.5 Million in State Levies

48 Businesses Added to List HARRISBURG, Pa., May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The 240 businesses listed on the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue's Internet list of tax delinquents owe the state more than $8.5 million, Secretary of Revenue Tom Wolf said today. "These businesses...

Urstadt Biddle Properties Inc. Announces Completion of an Extension of Its $30 Million Secured Revolving Credit Facility

GREENWICH, Conn.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Urstadt Biddle Properties Inc. ("UBP") (NYSE: UBA and UBP) announced today it has entered into an amendment of its existing $30 million Secured Revolving Credit Facility with the Bank of New York Mellon ("the Facility") to extend the maturity date of...

Foster Wheeler Board Elects New Director

HAMILTON, Bermuda-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Foster Wheeler Ltd. (Nasdaq: FWLT) announced the election of Maureen B. Tart-Bezer, 52, to its board of directors, effective with today's board meeting. Tart-Bezer, 52, most recently served as the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of...

Election Protection Off to a Great Start Assisting Primary Election Voters in North Carolina and Indiana

Nearly 400 Hotline Calls So Far Reporting Primary Election Barriers WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Election Protection, the nation's largest nonpartisan voter protection coalition, together with a diverse group of partners, is in high gear helping voters in Indiana and...

A Bigger Bite of the Big Apple: CognitiveDATA Expands Manhattan Operation

LITTLE ROCK, Ark.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - CognitiveDATA, one of America's fastest-growing marketing technology companies, announced today the expansion of its Manhattan office as well as the addition of an acclaimed industry veteran to lead it. "CognitiveDATA now has more than 300 national...

Muslims Say Storming of Illinois 'Mosque' Sends Wrong Message

CAIR: State emergency personnel may now view Islamic houses of worship as security threats WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — A prominent national Islamic civil rights and advocacy group today said an emergency preparedness drill in Illinois, in which a fake "mosque" was...

Strata Capital Corp. Announces Entry into Billion Dollar Market

CHARLOTTE, N.C.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Strata Capital Corp. (Pink Sheets: STRP) announced today it is entering the multi-million dollar distressed real estate market. Strata Capital Corp. is actively searching out property holding companies and mortgage companies for acquisition. The...

Fitch Assigns 'BBB+' IDR to ING Bank (Mexico); Outlook Stable

MONTERREY, Mexico-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Fitch Ratings has assigned the following ratings to ING Bank (Mexico) (INGMEX): —Foreign and local currency long-term Issuer Default Ratings (IDR) 'BBB+'; —Foreign and local currency short-term IDR 'F2'; —Individual 'C/D...

Northwest Airlines Reports April Traffic

EAGAN, Minn.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Northwest Airlines (NYSE: NWA) today announced an April consolidated (mainline and regional) load factor of 82.8 percent, 0.9 points below April 2007. Northwest reported a mainline load factor of 83.6 percent, 0.7 points below April 2007. In April 2008...

Third Defendant Pleads Guilty in Pensacola in Global Child Exploitation Enterprise Case

WASHINGTON and PENSACOLA, Fla., May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Ruble Keys, 55, of Medford, Ore., pleaded guilty today for his involvement in a vast global child pornography trafficking enterprise, Assistant Attorney General Alice S. Fisher of the Criminal Division, U.S. Attorney for...

Monroe County Corrections Officers Fight for Safety in the Workplace

Workers File for Impasse with PERC Following Six Months of Negotiations MIAMI, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Representatives of Teamsters Local 769 in Miami, Florida filed for impasse today with the Florida Public Employee Relations Commission (PERC) on behalf of nearly 100 Monroe...

BAE Systems Receives $12 Million U.S. Army Contract For M915A3 Truck Cab Field Kits

CINCINNATI-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - BAE Systems has been awarded a $12 million contract by the U.S. Army for Cab Field Kits for M915A3 semi-trucks with previously installed Add-on Armor kits. When finalized, this contract will be worth approximately $24 million. With this contract, BAE...

Analyse Pump & Compressor Manufacturing in the US

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Research and Markets , and measuring and dispensing pumps. This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an...

Ready Mixed Concrete is Set for Record Profits in the Cement Manufacturing Industry in the US

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of "Cement Manufacturing in the US" to their offering. This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing portland, natural, masonry, pozzalanic, and other hydraulic cements...

Weichert, Realtors(R) Provides Gameplan for First-Time Home Buyers in Opportune Market

MORRIS PLAINS, N.J.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Today's buyer's market offers a tremendous opportunity for those wishing to become a homeowner for the first time. Home prices are extremely affordable, there are plenty of homes to choose from and interest rates remain historically low. When you...

U.S. Announces Indictment of International Arms Dealer for Conspiracy to Kill Americans and Related Terrorism Charges

NEW YORK, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Michael J. Garcia, the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, and Michele M. Leonhart, the Acting Administrator of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), announced today the unsealing of an indictment against international...

Remarks by the President upon Signing H.R. 4286, Congressional Gold Medal: Daw Aung San Suu Kyi

WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Oval Office 8:49 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: I just signed a bill passed by the leaders of the Senate and House who have joined me to honor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi with the Congressional Gold Medal. This is a fitting tribute to a courageous woman who speaks for...

Apogee Enterprises to Open NASDAQ Stock Market May 7

MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: APOG) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Russell Huffer will preside over the NASDAQ Stock Market opening bell ceremony Wednesday, May 7 to celebrate the company's 25-year listing anniversary on NASDAQ and to recognize...

Global Ecology Corporation Announces $2 Million in Initial Sales from Mexico Project

KEASBEY, N.J.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - The recently re-named Homeland Security Network, Inc. (Pink Sheets:HSYN), doing business as Global Ecology Corporation (GEC) announced today that it has received their initial order from its soil remediation project in Juarez, Mexico. The total value of...

BAE Systems to Provide Bar-Armor Kits for 545 U.S. Army Vehicles

MANASSAS, Va.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - BAE Systems will deliver 545 lightweight bar-armor kits to the U.S. Army for installation on ground vehicles. The company received a $23.7 million contract from the Army's Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command Life Cycle Management Command to equip 371...

UGL Unicco Joins NACUBO Corporate Circle

NEWTON, Mass.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - UGL Unicco(sm), a subsidiary of United Group Limited (UGL), has increased its support of the National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO) to become a Corporate Circle member. This, the highest level of corporate support for the...

Research and Markets: Gain Insight Into Pottery, Ceramics & Plumbing Fixture Manufacturing In The US

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Research and Markets Real Growth Table Ratio Table Graphs Statistics Available: Revenue, Industry Gross Product, Enterprises, Establishments, Employment, Imports, Exports, Assets, Total Wages, Domestic Demand SEGMENTATION Products and Service...

Lowe Enterprises Announces Renovations at Century Center Office Complex

CRYSTAL CITY, Va.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Lowe Enterprises Real Estate Group (Lowe) announced today a comprehensive $28 million renovation of Century One and Century Two in Crystal City, Virginia that will transform the complex into a sophisticated, urban office environment. The two...

D/FW AMA Presents Spring Executive Luncheon Series

DALLAS-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Keep your marketing efforts on track by learning best practices from the area's most successful executives. The D/FW American Marketing Association presents the next installment of their new and improved Executive Luncheon Series. Plan to attend! -0- *T "The...

FRC Action Praises John McCain's Pledge to 'Restore' the Judiciary, Confront Judicial Activism

WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Family Research Council Action applauds GOP Presidential candidate Senator John McCain and his speech today outlining his judicial philosophy at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, NC. FRC Action President Tony Perkins stated, "Senator...

Podium Venture Group Announced It Will Create a 100% Wholly Owned Real Estate Holding Subsidiary

ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Podium Venture Group, Inc. (Pink Sheets: PODM) announced today it will create a 100% wholly owned real estate subsidiary. The new subsidiary will be 100% owned by Podium Venture Group and will be named Riviera Properties, Inc. The reason for the creation of this...

Next Inning Technology Announces Investment Opinion: Updates Outlooks for Cisco Systems, OmniVision Technologies, Altera, Xilinx, and Intersil

PRINCETON, N.J.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Next Inning Technology Research . This has been a very profitable earnings season for Next Inning readers. Editor Paul McWilliams suggested that his readers consider buying Flextronics, Microchip and NetLogic ahead of their earnings reports. Investors...

Watt Companies Partners with Granite Homes to Revive Stalled Mosaic Residential Development Project

SANTA MONICA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Watt Companies, Inc. ("Watt") today announced that it has partnered with and provided equity financing to Granite Homes ("Granite") to enable the continued development of Mosaic, a fully-entitled development that encompasses 130 lots designated...

Hydro International Acquires Wastewater Industry Supplier Eutek Systems

PORTLAND, Maine-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Hydro International, a leading provider of environmentally sustainable products and innovative solutions that control and treat stormwater, wastewater and combined sewer overflows, today announced the purchase of Eutek Systems, Inc. Founded in the...

Research and Markets: Verdantix Future View Dongtan And Masdar Eco-Cities - Do These Low Carbon City Plans Really Matter in the Fight Against Climate Change?

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of "Verdantix Future View Dongtan And Masdar Eco-Cities" to their offering. The municipal governments of Shanghai and Abu Dhabi have launched plans for multi-billion pound eco-cities called Dongtan and...

Technological Advancements in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Provides Expansion Possibilities for Electrical Contractors in the US

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Research and Markets the combined activity of selling and installing electrical equipment. The electrical work performed includes new work, additions, alterations, and maintenance and repairs. This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth...

SecoTools: Seco Tools Continues Expansion in Central and Eastern Europe

STOCKHOLM, Sweden Fagersta-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Regulatory News: Seco Tools (STO:SECOB) is one of the world's leading manufacturers of carbide metalworking tools. The Group's strategy includes an offensive focus on geographical markets offering particularly good potential for growth. In...

The St. Joe Company to Host Conference Call to Review First Quarter Results

JACKSONVILLE, Fla.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - The St. Joe Company (NYSE:JOE) announced today that it will host an interactive conference call to review the company's results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2008. The conference call will be held this morning, Tuesday, May 6, 2008, at 10:30...

Gain Insight into Drywall Contractors in the US

CB Richard Ellis Group, Inc. to Present at Investor Events

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - CB Richard Ellis Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBG) announced today that the Company will present at the following investor events: — CB Richard Ellis Group, Inc. Business Review Day in New York City, New York on Friday, May 16, 2008 beginning at 9:00 a.m...

AHMA Gearing up for the 2008 Expo Nacional Ferretera

SCHAUMBURG, Ill.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - After a highly successful outing at the Cologne International Hardware Fair / Practical World in Germany, the American Hardware Manufacturers Association's Pavilion Program moves next to Expo Nacional Ferretera. AHMA will be uniting a powerful group...

Cuisine for a Cause Raises More Than $153,000 for 10 Local Charities

DETROIT, May 6 PRNewswire — Opus One restaurant, News/Talk 760 WJR and Ford Motor Company are pleased to announce that "Cuisine for a Cause," now in its second year, raised $153,206.17 for 10 local charities. The program continues to gain popularity, and this year's total realized an 80...

AARP Welcomes Class of 2014 to its Board of Directors

Jennie Chin Hansen and Lee Hammond Begin Terms as President and President-Elect Chair, Vice Chair and Secretary/Treasurer Selected from Class of 2012 WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — AARP welcomes seven new additions to its Board of Directors. The Class of 2014 includes: Gail...

Senior Housing Properties Trust Agrees to Purchase 48 Medical Office, Clinic and Biotech Laboratory Buildings for $565 Million

NEWTON, Mass.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Senior Housing Properties Trust (NYSE: SNH) today announced that it has entered into a series of agreements to purchase 48 medical office, clinic and biotech laboratory buildings for $565 million. The characteristics of the properties to be acquired are as...

Dean: Judging From McCain's Judges, He's the Wrong Choice for America's Future

WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — After weeks of pretending to be "a different kind of Republican," John McCain showed his true colors today in his speech about the kind of judges he would appoint as president. While he makes a show of trying to recast himself as a "moderate...

Inland Real Estate Corporation Reports Financial Results for First Quarter 2008

OAK BROOK, Ill.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Inland Real Estate Corporation (NYSE:IRC) today announced financial and operational results for the three months ended March 31, 2008. Quarter and Recent Highlights — Funds from Operations (FFO) of $22.9 million or $0.35 per share (basic and...

Linear Introduces Upgraded Line of Dual-Purpose, Residential Commercial, and Multi-Family Duty Swing and Slide Gate Operators

CARLSBAD, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Linear LLC, an innovator in access control products and gate and door operator systems, today announced the release of its upgraded SLD and SWD commercial-grade swing and slide DC gate operators. Both gate operators have been upgraded with a...

Aquest and Gores Withdraw Offer to Acquire Asyst

SUNNYVALE, Calif. & LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Aquest Systems Corp. and The Gores Group, LLC jointly announced today that they have withdrawn their proposal to potentially acquire Asyst Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq:ASYT) at a significant premium to Asyst's current share price. The...

HRPT Properties Trust Agrees to Sell 48 Medical Office, Clinic and Biotech Laboratory Buildings for $565 Million

NEWTON, Mass.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - HRPT Properties Trust (NYSE: HRP) today announced that it has entered into a series of agreements to sell 48 medical office, clinic and biotech laboratory buildings (2.2 million sq. ft.) for $565 million. As of December 31, 2007, HRP's historical...

William Lyon Homes Reports First Quarter 2008 Results

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - William Lyon Homes today reported a net loss of $806,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2008, as compared to a net loss of $26,584,000 for the comparable period a year ago. Consolidated operating revenue decreased 33% to $137,437,000 for...

Coalition Announces Blueprint for a Safer Michigan

LANSING, Mich., May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Law enforcement and local groups launch a "Blueprint for a Safer Michigan," the coalition announced today. The Blueprint is a comprehensive plan designed to focus on policies to reduce crime in Michigan through improvements in crime...

Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. Announces First-Quarter 2008 Earnings and Reaffirms Guidance For 2008

RALEIGH, N.C.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. (NYSE:MLM), today announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2008. Notable items were: — Net sales of $399 million, down 3% compared with the prior-year quarter — Heritage aggregates...

Hospitality Properties Trust Announces 2008 First Quarter Results

NEWTON, Mass.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Hospitality Properties Trust (NYSE: HPT) today announced its results of operations for the quarter ended March 31, 2008. Results for the quarter ended March 31, 2008: Net income available for common shareholders was $48.3 million, or $0.51 per share, for...

Deputy Attorney General Mark Filip to Hold News Conferences Regarding Project Safe Childhood

WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Mark Filip, Deputy Attorney General, will hold two news conferences regarding Project Safe Childhood. The events will be held on WEDNESDAY, MAY 7, 2008. WHO: Mark Filip, Deputy Attorney General WHAT: News Conference WHERE: Suite 1650...

Innovative Peer Group Program from Service Leadership Helps Boost Profits

DALLAS-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Service Leadership, Inc. has announced a limited number of openings for new members in an exclusive executive peer group program for IT Solution Providers, the Service Leadership Index(TM) Groups. Launched in 2004, this innovative program reduces the time and...

Thomas Group Announces Gary Orosy as Vice President, Business Development

IRVING, Texas-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Thomas Group, Inc. (NasdaqGM:TGIS), a global consulting firm, announced today that it has appointed Gary Orosy as vice president business development, effective May 1, 2008. Mr. Orosy is a thought leader in product and service innovation, bringing over...

Vitesse Names Robert A. Lundy as Independent Director

CAMARILLO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Vitesse Semiconductor Corporation (Pink Sheets:VTSS) today announced that its Board of Directors has elected Robert A. Lundy, president and chief executive officer of Glimmerglass, as an independent director. Mr. Lundy will serve on the Compensation...

Metzger Associates Adds Strategic Events Management Practice Area

BOULDER, Colo.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Metzger Associates, one of the nation's premier integrated communications firms, has added a Strategic Events Management practice area, naming industry veteran Denise Smith as department lead. "Historically, event management has been thought of as...

Squire Sanders Expands Presence in Ukraine, CEE's Newest Economic Powerhouse

KYIV, Ukraine, May 6 PRNewswire — Building on more than 15 years of experience in Ukraine, Squire, Sanders & Dempsey L.L.P. is expanding its Kyiv presence to meet the needs of clients investing in Ukraine's booming economy. The firm's Kyiv office was founded in 1992 by Helen Z...

Do You Know Which ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS WHOLESALERS Companies Are Best To Do Business With?

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of "Electronic Components Wholesalers in France - Portfolio Analysis" to their offering. The Plimsoll Portfolio Analysis - ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS WHOLESALERS is a comprehensive evaluation of the French...

Cavico Corp. Received Decision to Invest and Construct Hoa Binh Ecological and Cultural Zone

HANOI, Vietnam-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Cavico Corp. (Cavico) (OTCBB:CVIC) today announced that Luong Son International Tourism Investment JSC, its wholly own subsidiary, has been authorized by Hoa Binh People's Committee to invest and construct the Hoa Binh ecological and cultural zone known...

Advocacy Group Says Nation's Regulatory Czar Being Hounded For Doing Her Job

WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The Institute for Liberty today criticized the United States House Judiciary Committee for holding a hearing on the role of the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, and by extension the White House, in the rulemaking process. Susan...

The 2008 China Solar Grade Wafer or Ingot Industry Research Report is a Professional, In-depth Report on China's Solar Ingot or Wafer Industry Chain

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Research and Markets Forecast 242 For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90921

Featured Stocks on today's edition of The Analyst's Review: DAL, NWA, UAUA, JBLU, LUV

NEW YORK, May 6 PRNewswire — The Analyst's Review is a daily video program hosted by WallSt.net editor, Henry Truc. The show is available at: http://tv.wallst.net/analyst-review/analyst-review.php. The Analyst's Review features informative interviews with Wall Street analysts on a...

The St. Joe Company (JOE) Reports First Quarter 2008 Financial Results

JACKSONVILLE, Fla.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - The St. Joe Company (NYSE:JOE) today announced Net Income for the first quarter 2008 increased $12.4 million to $32.1 million, or $0.40 per share, compared to Net Income of $19.7 million, or $0.27 per share, for the first quarter of 2007. JOE's...

Church & Dwight Reports First Quarter Earnings

PRINCETON, N.J.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (NYSE:CHD) today reported net income for the quarter ended March 28, 2008 of $56.2 million or $0.81 per share, an increase of $0.15 per share or 23% over last year's $45.1 million or $0.66 per share. First Quarter Review Net...

CPI Launches Forum to Address Growing Needs of Women Leaders

MINNEAPOLIS, May 6 PRNewswire — Career Partners International (CPI), one of the largest providers of talent management solutions, announced today the launch of its leader forum for women, "Sharpening Your Professional Edge." Planned for the fall of 2008, the forum is designed to address...

Many Foreign-Born, Men in Thirties Among 2008 New Priests

WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Many men in their thirties and many foreign-born are among the U.S. priests slated for ordination in 2008. This continues the trend of recent years. The average age is 36 for newly ordained diocesan priests and 39 for newly ordained men in...

Road to Priesthood as Varied as Priests; For Some Through Trials, Others Through Careers, Others Right From College

WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — For some, such as Hai Duc Din, 46, of the Diocese of Davenport, Iowa, who spent a year in a Vietnamese labor camp, the road to the priesthood was marked by soul-searing ordeal. For others, such as Martin Laird, MD, 40, of the Diocese of...

New Report Helps Executives to Evaluate Strategic Investment and Entry Alternatives in Belgium

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Research and Markets generally vary from one country to another within a given country over time. In this chapter, I report the allocation for each category for Belgium as an area of dominant influence in Europe and, potentially, the world. The report...

Democratic National Committee - McCain Myth Buster: John McCain and Right Wing Judges

Today's McCain Myth: John McCain can be trusted with the future of the Supreme Court. WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The following is being issued by the Democratic National Committee: John McCain says the "future of the U.S. Supreme Court is what's at stake in this election...

National Survey Reveals Tail-End Boomers Avoid Participating in Parents' Estate Planning

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - A new national survey commissioned by LegalZoom.com, the leading online legal document and filing service, reveals that the creation of a last will or living trust is one of the most avoided topics between younger members of the Boomer generation and their...

American Political Science Association Offers Expert Sources for Journalists Writing on 2008 Primaries, Election

WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The American Political Science Association invites all journalists writing on the 2008 primaries and election to use its MediaConnect service to find expert sources and scholars that can help provide context and analysis for ongoing or...

State Employees Association of North Carolina Joins SEIU in Historic Union Vote

GREENVILLE, N.C., May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — On May 3, the State Employees Association of North Carolina (SEANC) voted to affiliate with the Service Employees International Union (SEIU). The SEANC convention included 671 elected delegates representing SEANC's 55,000 state employee...

Mayors Put Urban Issues Front And Center In Presidential Campaign

Hundreds of Mayors to Meet In Miami for Annual Gathering of The U.S. Conference of Mayors June 20 - 24 — Miami lnterContinental Hotel WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The nation's mayors, led by Conference President and Trenton, NJ Mayor Douglas H. Palmer, will gather...

Association of Legal Administrators Announces its 2008-09 Board of Directors

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill., May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The yearly changeover of the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) Board of Directors took place today at the Association Luncheon at ALA's Annual Educational Conference and Exposition in Seattle. The new Board for 2008-2009 is as...

The Region Celebrates AARP's 50th Anniversary

PHILADELPHIA, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — As the world redefines what it means to be 50, so does AARP. The membership organization that helps people 50+ have independence, choice and control is celebrating 50 years of service to America. Founded in 1958, AARP has been the nation's...

Bill Novelli to Remain CEO of AARP

WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — AARP announced today that Bill Novelli has accepted the offer from AARP's Board of Directors to remain Chief Executive Officer until January 2010. AARP's Board felt that Novelli's expertise and ability to lead were critical to retain as the...

DePaul's Family Law Center to Release Results of Study on Sex Trafficking of Women and Girls in Chicago on May 7

CHICAGO, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The Schiller DuCanto & Fleck Family Law Center at the DePaul University College of Law will release the results of a major study on the sex trafficking of women and girls in the Chicago metropolitan area at 9:30 a.m. May 7 at the DePaul...

Taxpayers United: Grassroots Taxpayers Rescue 'Relevance' of Now Voided Michigan Early Open Presidential Primary Election From Control of Contriving Power Brokers

LANSING, Mich., May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The following statement was issued today by Taxpayers United Michigan Foundation: "For nine months, Michigan's 7.2 million registered voters have been shoved aside as officials from both the Michigan Democratic and Republican Parties...

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Toast Remarks by the President in Honor of Cinco De Mayo

WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Rose Garden 7:51 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you all for coming. Welcome. Sientese. (Laughter.) Laura and I welcome you to the Rose Garden for what is going to be a spectacular evening. We are so glad you are here. Ambassador Garza, thank you for coming...

Statement by the Press Secretary

WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of Oklahoma and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding during the period of March 17-23, 2008. Federal...

Unanimous California Supreme Court Reverses Death Penalty Because Los Angeles Prosecutors Withheld Evidence of Innocence, Notes Quinn Emanuel Partner George Hedges

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Today in a rare unanimous decision the California Supreme Court found that San Quentin inmate Adam Miranda was wrongly sentenced to death because district attorneys, including senior District Attorney Curt Hazell and now sitting judges Lance Ito and Frederic...

UDR Announces First Quarter 2008 Results

DENVER-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - UDR, Inc. (NYSE:UDR) today reported Funds From Operations ("FFO") of $57.0 million, or $0.40 per diluted share, for the quarter ended March 31, 2008, versus $57.8 million, or $0.39 per diluted share, for the same period a year ago. "We're off to a strong start in...

Proclamation by the President: Military Spouse Day, 2008

WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Military spouses embody the courage, nobility of duty, and love of country that inspire every American. On Military Spouse Day, we pay tribute to the husbands and wives who support their spouses in America's Armed Forces during times of war and peace. The...

Statement by the First Lady on Burma

WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 3:05 P.M. EDT MRS. BUSH: Thank you, everybody, for coming out. I just want to make a few comments about Burma. On Saturday, Cyclone Nargis swept through Burma. The storm affected more than 2 million people, and according...

RSC Holdings to Present at Upcoming Bank of America 2008 BASics/Industrials Conference

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - RSC Holdings Inc. (NYSE: RRR), one of the largest equipment rental providers in North America, today announced its participation at the Bank of America 2008 BASics/Industrials Conference to be held at the Palace Hotel in New York City. On Thursday, May...

No Protest of Army LOGCAP Contract for DynCorp International

FALLS CHURCH, Va.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - The U.S. Army Sustainment Command has notified DynCorp International (NYSE:DCP) that the window for protest of the Army LOGCAP IV contract award has closed. DynCorp International is fully engaged in all transition activities toward full performance...

Outsource Partners International Named a ``Leader'' in IAOP's Global Outsourcing 100 Ranking

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Outsource Partners International, Inc. (OPI), a leading provider of finance, accounting, and tax business process outsourcing (BPO) as well as related services, today announced that it has been named to the "Leaders" category of the 2008 Global Outsourcing...

PS Business Parks, Inc. Reports Results for the First Quarter Ended March 31, 2008

GLENDALE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - PS Business Parks, Inc. (AMEX:PSB) reported operating results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2008. Net income allocable to common shareholders for the three months ended March 31, 2008 was $3.8 million or $0.18 per diluted share on revenues of...

Post Properties Announces First Quarter 2008 Earnings

ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Post Properties, Inc. (NYSE: PPS) announced today net income available to common shareholders of $0.8 million for the first quarter of 2008, compared to $22.6 million for the first quarter of 2007. On a diluted per share basis, net income available to common...

Insituform Mails Letter to Stockholders; Sets the Record Straight about Water Asset Management

CHESTERFIELD, Mo.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Insituform Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq Global Select Market: INSU) today announced that it is sending a letter to its stockholders in connection with the Company's May 19, 2008 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. The letter sets the record straight about...

Vishay to Present at the 2008 Merrill Lynch Technology Conference

MALVERN, Pa.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE:VSH) announced today that David Ben-Bassat, Vice President of Research & Development and Peter Henrici, Senior Vice President Corporate Communications will present at the 2008 Merrill Lynch Technology Conference in New...

Industrial Services of America, Inc. Reports First Quarter 2008 Results

LOUISVILLE, Ky.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Industrial Services of America, Inc. (NASDAQ: IDSA), a company that buys, processes and markets recyclable commodities and offers programs and equipment to help businesses manage wastes, today reported audited financial results for the first quarter...

Public Relations Global Network Expands Throughout Southeast Asia, India and Europe

BOCA RATON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Public Relations Global Network, the international network of leading independently owned PR agencies, has announced a significant expansion to its roster with the addition of three new agencies in Singapore, India and the Netherlands, along with new...

Take Higher Ground Honors Two for Their Service

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Take Higher Ground, Inc., an organization that provides empowerment workshops for people in need, will honor two outstanding individuals, Diane Garnick and Joe Haslip, for their commitment to the New York community at its Second Annual Dinner Dance Gala to be...

Wildlands Announces Expansion in Southeastern United States

ROCKLIN, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Wildlands, the national leader in mitigation and conservation banking, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Acer Environmental, Inc., a highly respected environmental consulting and engineering firm with projects across the Southeastern United...

American Land Lease, Inc. Declares Dividends on Preferred Stock and a Regular First Quarter Dividend on Common Stock and Announces First Quarter 2008 Earnings Conference Call

CLEARWATER, Fla.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - American Land Lease, Inc. (NYSE:ANL) today announced that its Board of Directors declared dividends on shares of its Preferred Stock and a regular first quarter dividend on its Common Stock. Dividends on shares of Preferred Stock are payable on May...

Eastman Announces Completion of Specialty Copolyester Expansion

KINGSPORT, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE:EMN) announced today the mechanical completion of the expansion of specialty copolyester capacity at its manufacturing site in Columbia, S.C. The additional copolyester production is expected to come on-line June 2008...

Press Briefing by Scott Stanzel

WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 12:39 P.M. EDT MR. STANZEL: Good afternoon. I have one brief announcement and then I'll take your questions. Mrs. Bush will make some comments on her humanitarian assistance and the current situation in Burma at 3:00 p.m...

ACG Orange County Premier Annual Awards Event to Honor John's Incredible Pizza, Masimo, Yard House

TUSTIN, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - The Association for Corporate Growth (ACG), Orange County Chapter will honor three local companies at its annual awards event at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Newport Beach on May 8th at 5:00 p.m. After evaluating dozens of nominations from across the...

The Juvenile Protective Association Celebrates Richard H. Calica's 30 Years of Service Helping Give A Voice to Abused and Neglected Children

CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Millions of children are abused and neglected across the country every year. As Executive Director of the Juvenile Protective Association (JPA), a Chicago-based, private non-profit agency devoted to protecting children, Richard H. Calica has devoted his life...

AiMA Awards 2008 Names Engauge Digital and IHG Best in Show

ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Engauge Digital, the Interactive Center of Excellence within Engauge that leverages knowledge in human behavior to produce digital design and marketing strategy, was awarded both the Vanguard Award for Most Creative Use of Emerging Media and the Best of Show...

Orange County Maintenance Companies Working for Negotiated Resolution

ORANGE COUNTY, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - The leading building maintenance companies serving Orange County continued to work for a negotiated agreement for a contract covering their janitorial employees in the County. "We are disappointed that the union refused to approve our earlier...

Rohm and Haas Company Increases Dividend 11 Percent; Elects Richard R. Lovely Executive Vice President

PHILADELPHIA-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - The Rohm and Haas Company (NYSE:ROH) Board of Directors approved an increase in the company's quarterly dividends to $0.41 cents per share, an increase of 11 percent, payable on June 1, 2008 to stockholders of record on May 16, 2008. "Since 1978, we have...

Houston Wire & Cable Company 1st Quarter 2008 Earnings Conference Call

HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Houston Wire & Cable Company (NASDAQ:HWCC) a leading distributor of specialty wire and cable, will hold a conference call on Monday, May 12, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. CDT to discuss first quarter results. This call is being web cast by Thomson/CCBN and can be...

Annual General Meeting of Hexagon AB

STOCKHOLM, Sweden-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Regulatory News: At the Annual General Meeting of Hexagon AB (publ) (STO:HEXAB)(OTC:HEXN) today, the following was resolved. Board of Directors and auditor The AGM re-elected the Directors Melker Schorling, Maths O. Sundqvist, Ola Rollen, Mario Fontana...

Residential Construction Workers Join Forces and Protest for Safe Jobs and Fair Working Conditions at BMHC Select Build

-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Residential construction workers, who say they have been silenced and taken advantage of, will join together in solidarity with LIUNA representatives to demand safe jobs and fair working conditions at BMHC Select Build. In addition to outside protests, BMHC Select...

Littler Mendelson Welcomes Robert J. Battista to Growing Washington, D.C., Office

WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Littler Mendelson (Littler), the nation's largest employment and labor law firm representing management, today announced the addition of Robert J. Battista, former chairman of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), to its growing Washington, D.C., office...

Cubellis Establishes New Office in Dallas, Texas

DALLAS-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Cubellis, a national, architecture, interior design and engineering services firm, has established a new office in Dallas, Texas. Centrally located near the Dallas - Fort Worth International Airport at 1750 Valley View Lane, the office will be led by Scott...

Hearts & Homes HONORS to be a Star Studded Affair in Support of Maryland Youth

WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Hearts & Homes for Youth (HHY), the Maryland nonprofit serving troubled and at-risk youth will host its first annual HONORS awards dinner on Wednesday, May 7. Renowned journalists Leon Harris (ABC-7/WJLA) and Lea Thompson (Dateline, NBC) will serve as...

BullMarket.com Offers Investment Opinion on Seed Stocks

PRINCETON, N.J.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - BullMarket.com , a registered investment advisor with the NASD and State of NJ. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Investors should always research companies and securities before making any investments. Nothing herein should be...

Chemtura to Speak at Bank of America BASics / Industrials Conference

MIDDLEBURY, Conn.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Stephen Forsyth, executive vice president and chief financial officer of Chemtura Corporation (NYSE: CEM), will speak at the Bank of America BASics /Industrials Conference in New York City on Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at 9:20 a.m. EDT. Persons wishing...

ITT receives $57 million contract for protection systems for U.S. Special Operations helicopters

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - ITT Corporation (NYSE:ITT) today announced it has been awarded a $57 million fixed-price contract and authority for full rate production of the AN/ALQ-211(V)6, an integrated situational awareness and self-protection system to be installed on Special...

Loughlin/Michaels Group Speaker Practice Gains Market Leadership Visibility for Tech Companies

CAMPBELL, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - The Loughlin/Michaels Group (LMGPR), transforming technology companies to market leaders with strategic public relations programs, today underscored the importance of a robust speaker's bureau program for companies shaping their market presence and...

TRADE NEWS: Agilent Technologies' Infiniium 90000A Series 13-GHz Oscilloscope Approved by PCI-SIG(r) for PCI Express(r) 2.0 Compliance Testing

SANTA CLARA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE:A) today announced that its Infiniium 90000A Series 13-GHz oscilloscopes have been approved by the PCI-SIG (PCI Special Interest Group) for PCI Express (PCIe(r)) 2.0 electrical signal quality testing. This approval...

Washington Property Company Reaches 100% Leased At Two Commercial Office Buildings in Suburban MD

BETHESDA, Md.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Washington Property Company (WPC) has reached the 100% leased mark at two of its commercial office buildings in suburban Maryland —- 4 Research Place and Patriot East. Lockheed Martin put 4 Research Place over the top with a 2,752 sq. foot lease...

Optimal Solutions Becomes SAP(R) Channel Partner Delivering SAP Business All-in-One Solutions to Midsize Companies in North America

ORLANDO, Fla.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Optimal Solutions Integration, Inc., a leading consulting and staffing firm and an SAP(R) services partner that has achieved premier-level status in the SAP Consulting Partner Program in North America, today announced that it is now also an SAP channel...

New Focus(TM) and the Optical Society Announce Finalists for Student Award

WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - The Optical Society (OSA) and New Focus, a Bookham brand, today announced the finalists of the 2008 OSA - New Focus/Bookham Student Award, which recognizes student researchers who exemplify the skills critical to scientific achievement: excellence in...

Terex Names Laura Kiernan as Director of Investor Relations

WESTPORT, Conn.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Terex Corporation (NYSE: TEX) today announced that Laura Kiernan has been appointed to the position of Director, Investor Relations. Ms. Kiernan will have responsibility for all Terex Corporation investor communications and succeeds Tom Gelston, who...

XBRL International Conference Convened to Demonstrate XBRL In Action Today around the World

EINDHOVEN, Netherlands-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - XBRL International, Inc. (XII), a global consortium dedicated to the development and adoption of XBRL, convened the 17th XBRL International Conference today in the Netherlands. Drawing more than 300 prominent securities regulators, business and...

Next Inning Technology Announces Investment Opinion: Updated Outlooks for ON Semiconductor, Anadigics, Skyworks Solutions, RF Micro Devices, and Cree

PRINCETON, N.J.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Next Inning Technology Research . This has been a very profitable earnings season for Next Inning readers. Editor Paul McWilliams suggested that his readers consider buying Flextronics, Microchip and NetLogic ahead of their earnings reports. Investors...

Greg Alles Appointed President of Bliss Industries, LLC

PONCA CITY, Okla.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Bliss Industries, LLC, a leading manufacturer of hammermills, pelletmills, coolers and related equipment, announces that Greg Alles has agreed to join the company as President. Alles has a long history in the industries served by Bliss, having worked...

''LOTH'' Becomes Official Name and Brand for Columbus Operations

COLUMBUS, Ohio-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Effective today, T.W. Ruff, a LOTH Company, will be known simply as LOTH — The Office Experts (www.lothexperts.com). The new name and brand extends to LOTH's new 15,000-square-foot experiential Resource Center, as well as the company's expanded...

Partners Help Make Affordable Housing Possible During Habitat for Humanity's Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project 2008

ATLANTA & BILOXI, Miss.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity today announced its appreciation for the many partners that are making homeownership possible with low-income families during this year's 25th annual Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project in the Gulf Coast, May 11-16...

Hill International and Talaat Moustafa Group to Establish Joint Venture Project Management Company

MARLTON, NJ & CAIRO, Egypt-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Hill International (NYSE:HIL), the global leader in managing construction risk, announced today that it has entered into an agreement with Talaat Moustafa Group Holding Co. ("TMG"), one of the leading residential and hotel developers in...

Point B Solutions Names New Practice Director in Chicago

CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Point B Solutions Group LLP, the first professional services firm to focus exclusively on project leadership and execution, and one of the "Top Small Workplaces in the U.S." according to The Wall Street Journal, has promoted Chuck Ritter to the role of...

Chinese Entrepreneur Association to Host the ''Golden Keys to Manage Business and Career Successfully'' Conference

ACTON, Mass.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - The Chinese Entrepreneur Association (CEA) announced today that it will host its annual conference entitled "Golden Keys to Manage Business and Career Successfully" on June 19-22, 2008 at the Hilton Newark Airport, Newark, New Jersey. The conference will...

Fairfax Leads All U.S. Counties in Federal Procurement Dollars

FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - According to just-released Census Bureau data for fiscal 2006, Fairfax County ranks first among all U.S. counties in the value of federal government contracts performed locally. Companies in Fairfax County performed $14 billion worth of procurement...

Yoh Developing the Yoh Exchange, Helping Companies Accelerate Talent Acquisition and Decrease Costs

PHILADELPHIA-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Yoh, a leading provider of talent and outsourcing services and a unit of Day & Zimmermann, today announced it is developing and implementing the next version of the Yoh Exchange, an innovative and award-winning portal that helps companies accelerate...

TVI Corporation Revises Date of Annual Meeting of Stockholders

GLENN DALE, Md.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - TVI Corporation (NASDAQ: TVIN), an international supplier of military and civilian emergency first responder and first receiver products, personal protection products, quick-erect shelter systems and event shelter and equipment rentals, today announced...

High Rise Escape Systems, Inc., Receives GSA Approval -- GS-07F-0340U Becomes a Very Valuable Number for Protecting U.S. Personnel Around the World

SANFORD, Fla.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - High Rise Escape Systems, Inc., announced today that the United States General Services Administration has awarded the company GSA contract number GS-07F-0340U. The designation opens up vast opportunities for High Rise Escape Systems, Inc., to sell its...

ENGlobal Reports First Quarter 2008 Earnings

HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - ENGlobal (NASDAQ:ENG), a leading provider of engineering and related project services, today reported net income of $0.15 per diluted share for the three months ended March 31, 2008. The Company also reported that its first quarter 2008 revenue increased 20...

Golden Bear Realty Expands Globally and Changes Name

NORTH PALM BEACH, Fla.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Nicklaus family owned and operated Golden Bear Realty announced today that it has expanded its reach globally with an international listing syndication, and it has changed its name to reflect this development. This proprietary web based program...

Demos and Center for American Progress Announce Findings of 'The Economic State of Young America' and Analysis of Polls on Young Voter Attitudes About Economy

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Demos and the Center for American Progress today released the following advisory. WHAT: Briefing for journalists on "The Economic State of Young America," a new databook/report from Demos examining the economic conditions experienced by young adults. Also to be...

ICx Technologies(TM) Wins $4.8 Million Award for Fido Explosives Detectors

WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - ICx Technologies (NASDAQ: ICXT), a developer of advanced sensor technologies for homeland security, force protection and commercial applications, announced today that the U.S. military had awarded it a contract worth $4.8 million for explosives detectors...

$960 Million Loan Arranged by HFF for iStar Portfolio of Office, R&D and Industrial Properties

BOSTON-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - The Boston and New York offices of HFF (Holliday Fenoglio Fowler, L.P.) announced today that they arranged a $960 million loan for a portfolio of 34 single-tenant office, R&D and industrial properties on behalf of iStar Financial Inc. HFF directors Janet...

Hewitt Associates Reports 2008 Second Quarter Results

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Hewitt Associates, Inc. (NYSE:HEW), a global human resources services company, today reported results for its fiscal 2008 second quarter ended March 31, 2008. — Reported net revenues (revenues before reimbursements) increased 8% in the second...

Rohm and Haas Company Names Pierre R. Brondeau, President and Chief Operating Officer; Forms Chairman's Committee

PHILADELPHIA-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Rohm and Haas Company Board of Directors (NYSE:ROH) today named Pierre R. Brondeau, President and Chief Operating Officer of the company, and approved the formation of the Chairman's Committee to oversee the direction of the company. Dr. Brondeau joined...

Citizens Want More-Sophisticated Relationship with Their Local Governments, Including Greater Engagement and Input, Accenture Study Finds

LONDON-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Citizens of major cities are becoming even more knowledgeable, savvy and vocal about what they expect from their public-service agencies and want a more sophisticated relationship with their governments in return for their votes and taxes, according to a new...

Celebrity Guests and Daughters Attend Mattel's 2nd Annual ''Little Mommy Day'' in Bel-Air, California in Photos Available on Business Wire's Web Site and AP PhotoExpress

BEL-AIR, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Celebrity guests and daughters attend Mattel's (NYSE:MAT) 2nd annual "Little Mommy Day" in Bel-Air, California in photos available on Business Wire's web site and AP PhotoExpress.

DEX Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer Appointed Chair of Reverse Logistics Association's Focus Committee

CAMARILLO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - DEX(R) (Data Exchange Corporation), a leading supply chain solutions provider for high-tech industries, announced today that DEX's Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, Leonard Schneeman, has been chosen by the Reverse Logistics...

Top Rated Speaker, Dave Kurlan, to Keynote on Recession Busting Strategies

WESTBORO, Mass.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Dave Kurlan, the leading expert on Sales Force Development and best selling author of ''Baseline Selling - How to Become a Sales Superstar by Using What You Already Know about the Game of Baseball,'' will be the keynote speaker at an Executive Luncheon...

New Report Provides an Extremely Detailed Overview of Factors Driving Latent Demand and Accessibility in Australia

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Research and Markets generally vary from one country to another within a given country over time. In this chapter, I report the allocation for each category for Australia as an area of dominant influence in Oceana and, potentially, the world. The report...

Entertainment Properties Trust CEO to Appear on Fox Business Network's ''Money for Breakfast''

KANSAS CITY, Mo.-(Business Wire)-May 4, 2008 - Entertainment Properties Trust (NYSE:EPR), today announced that the company's President and CEO, David M. Brain, is scheduled to be a featured guest on Fox Business Network's "Money for Breakfast" Monday, May 5, 2008. Mr. Brain will share his thoughts...

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Hoge Fenton Attorney Provides Statement on Prosecution Decision in De Anza Rape Case

SAN JOSE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 3, 2008 - Barbara Spector, attorney with Hoge Fenton Jones & Appel, released the following statement today regarding California Attorney General Jerry Brown's announcement regarding the De Anza Rape Case: Following the Attorney General's confirmation of the...

SEIU: Orange County Janitors Vote Overwhelmingly to Authorize Strike

SANTA ANA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 3, 2008 - Janitors who clean Orange County's high-rise offices, retail shopping centers including Fashion Island, Irvine Spectrum Center and other facilities voted today on whether or not to walk off the job. Today's overwhelming vote authorizing the janitors...

Radio Address by the President to the Nation

CRAWFORD, Texas-(Business Wire)-May 3, 2008 - THE PRESIDENT: Good morning. This week, the Commerce Department reported that GDP grew at an annual rate of six-tenths of a percent in the first quarter. This rate of growth is not nearly as high as we would like. And after a record 52 months of...

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