PR Newswire back issues from Saturday, January 17:
2009 North American International Auto Show Charity Preview Raises More Than $2.6 Million for Children's Charities.
Jan 17, 2009 ... Black tie gala nets contributions for a dozen local organizations DETROIT, Jan. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2009 North American International Auto Show Charity Preview black-tie gala, one of the top single-night fundraising events in the nation, opened its doors to nearly 7,000 ...
Roca Increases Financing.
Jan 17, 2009 ... ROK:TSX.V VANCOUVER, Jan. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Roca Mines Inc. (ROK: TSX-V) announces that the non-brokered private placement announced on January 15, 2009 has been increased to a total of $2.5 million through the issuance of 10,000,000 units at a price of $0.25 per ...
DISH Network Becomes First Pay-TV Provider to Offer Television Series in 1080p Resolution.
Jan 17, 2009 ... A&E Network Delivers The Beast in Industry-First 1080p IP-VOD to DISH Network ENGLEWOOD, Colo., Jan. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- DISH Network Corporation , the nation's third largest pay-TV provider and the digital transition leader, along with A&E Network, today emerged as ...
DISH Network(R) Presents Groundbreaking TV Coverage During the 56th Presidential Inauguration.
Jan 17, 2009 ... Free Access for All Subscribers to HBO's inaugural concert and DishHOME's six 24-hour news channels ENGLEWOOD, Colo., Jan. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- DISH Network Corporation , the nation's third largest pay-TV provider and the digital television leader, today announced that ...
Annual Gardere MLK Jr. Oratory Competition Honors Slain Civil Rights Leader on Eve of Historic Inauguration.
Jan 17, 2009 ... DALLAS and HOUSTON, Jan. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, this year's Gardere MLK Jr. Oratory Competitions in Dallas and Houston took on special significance as participating students reflected on the upcoming inauguration of the country's first minority president. More than 250 ...
BancFirst Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter Earnings.
Jan 17, 2009 ... OKLAHOMA CITY, Jan. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- BancFirst Corporation reported net income of $8.1 million or $0.52 per diluted earnings per share for the fourth quarter and $44.4 million or $2.85 per diluted earnings per share for the year ended December 31, 2008. The results compare ...
R&B Sensation Ray J Teams Up With Poetry Nightclub.
Jan 17, 2009 ... Hottest Club in Vegas Even Sexier with New Partnership LAS VEGAS, Jan. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Poetry Nightclub announced today that R&B artist Ray J has become a partner in the company. Ray J will work closely with other partners to enhance and elevate the entertainment and talent ...
Crdentia Corp. Finalizes Reverse Stock Split.
Jan 17, 2009 ... DALLAS, Jan. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Crdentia Corporation (the "Company") today has finalized its transaction, initiated in August 2008, to complete the Company's non-reporting status. In conjunction with this, the reverse stock split (1,000:1) has been accomplished in conjunction with its ...
MoJa Theme Park's Alliance With CTV GameKing Envisions the Future of Java Game Market in Taiwan.
Jan 17, 2009 ... TAIPEI, Taiwan, Jan. 16 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- On January 17, 2009 MoJa Theme Park officially announces its alliance with GameKing, a popular video game program broadcasted at CTV in Taiwan. "Mobile Game Station," a brand new unit of the show, highlights the hit releases such as Prince of ...
Tribune Company Statement on Solvency Opinions.
Jan 17, 2009 ... CHICAGO, Jan. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to clear up any confusion resulting from media coverage of today's 341 Meeting in connection with Tribune Company's Chapter 11 filing, Chief Financial Officer Chandler Bigelow issued the following statement regarding the solvency opinions the ...
'Get Screened' Video Contest Deadline Extended to Jan. 30.
Jan 17, 2009 ... Enter today for a chance to win up to $2,500 and promote colon-cancer screening SEATTLE, Jan. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- The deadline to enter Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center's "Get Screened" video contest - a creative challenge to help shine a spotlight on the importance of ...
Wind River Spas / Spa Exchange Inc. Warns of Potentially Hazardous and Counterfeit Spas.
Jan 17, 2009 ... LAFAYETTE, Colo., Jan. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Wind River Spas, also known as Spa Exchange is notifying consumers that Wind River Spas, Hot Tubs may pose a risk of overheating in the equipment cavity. The Wind River Spas have not been evaluated for safety by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and ...
Disney Offering Free Gift Cards for Stays at Disneyland Resort Hotels in Southern California.
Jan 17, 2009 ... ANAHEIM, Calif., Jan. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Disneyland Resort guests can enhance the fun and value of their magical vacation with a special bonus: a free Disney Gift Card to use for food and merchandise purchases during their experience - just by staying at a Disneyland Resort on-site hotel ....
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and Obama Administration Directors Tina Tchen and Cecilia Munoz to attend National Council of Women's Organizations Inaugural Ball Commemorating Women's Role in electing President-Elect Obama.
Jan 17, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and Obama Administration Directors: Tina Tchen who will be the White House Director of Public Liaison and Cecilia Munoz who will be the White House Director of Intergovernmental Affairs will be on hand to receive their ...
Kellogg Company Announces Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Austin(R) and Keebler(R) Branded Peanut Butter Sandwich Crackers and Select Snack-Size Packs of Famous Amos(R) and Keebler(R) Soft Batch Peanut Butter Cookies Because of Possible Health Risk.
Jan 17, 2009 ... BATTLE CREEK, Mich., Jan. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Kellogg Company today announced a voluntary recall of certain Austin(R) and Keebler(R) branded Peanut Butter Sandwich Crackers and select snack-size packs of Famous Amos(R) Peanut Butter Cookies and Keebler(R) Soft Batch Homestyle ...
Souls of My Sisters Books Presents a Panel Discussion on 'What the Obama Presidency Means to Me'.
Jan 17, 2009 ... Headlining Speakers Include U.S. Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, Star Jones, Mikki Taylor, Amy Keith and Jacque Reid WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Kensington Publishing Corp.'s imprint Souls of My Sisters Books' co-founders Dawn Marie Daniels and Candace Sandy will host a dialogue ...
Outdoor Channel Launches National Outfitters Gateway.
Jan 17, 2009 ... America's Leader in Outdoor TV Creates One Stop Shop for High-Quality Outdoor Experiences Matching Consumers with Professional Outfitters Visit Outdoor Channel at SHOT Show - Booth #1661 TEMECULA, Calif., Jan. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Outdoor Channel, America's Leader in ...
U.S. VC Investment Slips 8% to $28.8 Billion in 2008 as Year Closes with Slowest Quarter Since 2005.
Jan 17, 2009 ... Dow Jones VentureSource: 4Q08 Investment Down 30% to $5.5 Billion; IT Industry Sees Slowest Quarter Since 1998; Upside Includes Clean Energy, Business-Building Potential SAN FRANCISCO and NEW YORK, Jan. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Venture capital investment in U.S. companies hastened ...
Dowman Design Brings Veteran Hospitality Experience to Interior Design.
Jan 17, 2009 ... WINTER PARK, Fla., Jan. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Industry veteran Jeff Dowman offers interior design services targeted to the unique needs of the hospitality industry from his offices on Park Avenue in Winter Park. After spending the last year targeting selected clients in Florida, Dowman ...
Johnson & Johnson Completes Initial Tender Offer for Mentor Corporation with 92.9% of Shares Tendered.
Jan 17, 2009 ... - Johnson & Johnson Will Commence Subsequent Offering Period NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J., Jan. 17 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Johnson & Johnson today announced that the initial tender offer, through its wholly owned subsidiary, Maple Merger Sub, Inc., for all outstanding shares of ...
SuperClean Brands To Be Inaugurated on CNN.
Jan 17, 2009 ... NEW YORK and MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- In historic fashion, SuperClean Brands will have all of its consumer brands (SuperClean Cleaner-Degreaser, Splash De-Icer, and FVP Batteries) appearing for the first time together, nationally on CNN, Inauguration night, Tuesday, January ...
2009 North American International Auto Show Announces Family-Oriented Attractions During Public Days, Jan. 17-25.
Jan 17, 2009 ... Michigan Hall to feature green vehicles at the EcoXperience DETROIT, Jan. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2009 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) opens to the public today at Cobo Center in Detroit, Mich. after a successful preview week which featured green vehicles and ...
MTV & ServiceNation's 'Be the Change: Live from the Inaugural' to Air Exclusive Performances by Kanye West, Kid Rock and Fall Out Boy Live from the Youth Inaugural Ball to Global MTV Audience.
Jan 17, 2009 ... Usher and Rosario Dawson Report Live As MTV Guest Correspondents President Obama's Inaugural Oath and Remarks to Air Across MTV Channels in the U.S. at 12pm ET NEW YORK, Jan. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- MTV today announced it will exclusively air Kanye West, Kid Rock and Fall ...
SquareOne Publishers Re-Issues Knights of Columbus 1924 Black History Classic.
Jan 17, 2009 ... W.E.B. Du Bois' The Gift of Black Folk originally part of K of C 'Racial Contribution Series' NEW HAVEN, Conn., Jan. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- In 1924, Jim Crow laws were still enforced in many parts of the United States and the KKK was experiencing a resurgence. Martin Luther King ...
Noble Energy Announces Significant Natural Gas Discovery at Tamar Well Offshore Israel.
Jan 17, 2009 ... HOUSTON, Jan. 17 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Noble Energy, Inc. announced today a natural gas discovery at the Tamar prospect in the Matan license, offshore Israel. The Tamar #1 well, located in approximately 5,500 feet of water, was drilled to a total depth of 16,076 feet to test a ...
Too Young for the Job.
Jan 17, 2009 ... Wenroth Consulting says 'deliberate calm' is an ageless skill requirement for 2009 NEW YORK, Jan. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Quick reflexes. Sharp thinking. Strength and endurance. Composure under pressure. Qualities of the younger worker. Oh really? Don't tell that to the ...