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Fair Health President Robin Gelburd to Address Northeast Business Leaders on Importance of Making Healthcare Cost Data Available to Consumers

2 Feb, 22:00

Robin Gelburd, president of the independent not-for-profit organization FAIR Health, Inc., is scheduled to address the Northeast Business Group on Health (NEBGH) Cost Transparency Forum on Thursday, February 9, at the Concierge Conference Center in Midtown Manhattan. Gelburd will speak about the importance of making data on healthcare costs more transparent and more readily available to consumers. With the NEBGH gathering conference focused… continue reading »

Four-Time Gold Medalist Janet Evans Has the “Heart” for a Comeback

2 Feb, 22:00

A four-time gold medalist embarking on her fourth Olympic Games at age 40 – that’s the name of the game for Janet Evans. Touted as the one to watch at the London 2012 Olympic Games, “Miss Perpetual Motion” steps back into the spotlight following a 15 year hiatus from competitive swimming. Evans is committed to following her heart – and also taking care of it – to make sure it’s strong enough to take on competitors half her age. On her… continue reading »

Marcus Theatres® to Acquire Former OMNIMAX Theatre from Duluth Entertainment Convention Center

2 Feb, 22:00

Marcus Theatres®, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE:MCS), today announced it will acquire the former OMNIMAX Theatre located in the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC) adjacent to the company’s 10-screen Duluth Cinema at 300 Harbor Drive. Marcus Theatres will convert the domed theatre, which closed in April 2011, to a nearly 70-foot-wide UltraScreen® auditorium. This will be the fourteenth UltraScreen in the company’s… continue reading »

Macy’s, Inc. Fiscal 2011 Same-Store Sales Rise 5.3%

2 Feb, 22:00

Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE:M) today reported total sales of $1.336 billion for the four weeks ended Jan. 28, 2012, an increase of 2.0 percent compared with total sales of $1.310 billion in the four weeks ended Jan. 29, 2011. On a same-store basis, Macy’s, Inc. sales were up 2.4 percent in January. For the 13-week fourth quarter of fiscal 2011, Macy’s, Inc.’s sales totaled $8.723 billion, up 5.5 percent from total sales of $8.269 billion for… continue reading »

Kohl’s Cares® Scholarship Program Accepting Nominations February 1 – March 15 for Outstanding Young Volunteers

2 Feb, 22:00

The Kohl’s Department Stores (NYSE: KSS) Kohl’s Cares® Scholarship Program will award more than $420,000 in scholarships and prizes, ranging from $50 Kohl’s gift cards to $10,000 scholarships, to more than 2,200 young volunteers who have made a positive impact on their communities. Nominations for kids ages six to 18 will be accepted February 1 – March 15 at kohlskids.com. Kohl’s is helping promising youth further their education at a time… continue reading »

Experian Automotive to Provide Vehicle History Reports via Edmunds.com

2 Feb, 22:00

Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, today announced that it has teamed up with Experian Automotive, a leader in providing information services and market intelligence to the automotive industry, to make AutoCheck vehicle history reports available on Edmunds.com. Dealers utilizing the site will now have the opportunity to append AutoCheck vehicle history reports to their used inventory listings, making them available… continue reading »

Walgreens to Acquire BioScrip's Community Specialty Pharmacies and Centralized Specialty and Mail Service Pharmacy Businesses

2 Feb, 21:45

Walgreen Co. (NYSE: WAG) (NASDAQ: WAG) and BioScrip, Inc. (NASDAQ: BIOS), a national provider of pharmacy and home health services, today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Walgreens would acquire certain assets of BioScrip's community specialty pharmacies and centralized specialty and mail service pharmacy businesses and BioScrip would receive a total deal value of approximately $225 million. This includes… continue reading »

Atlanta Airport Marriott at Gateway Center Earns Silver LEED® Certification from The U.S. Green Building Council

2 Feb, 21:35

The Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway (NYSE:MAR), adjacent to one of the world’s busiest U.S. airports and home to the Georgia International Convention Center, recently earned Silver LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC). The eco-savvy, 403-room property is among the greenest hotels in the city and is one of only 41 LEED Silver hotels for new construction in the… continue reading »

My Eye Media Advances Post-Production Stake and Appoints Gregg Sandheinrich as VP of Professional Services

2 Feb, 21:23

My Eye Media (www.myeyemedia.com), an industry leader in post-production technical services and a pioneering specialist in providing expert assessment, restoration and delivery services to A-list film studios and independent content creators, has announced the appointment of Gregg Sandheinrich to the position of Vice President of Professional Services. My Eye Media has announced the appointment of Gregg Sandheinrich to the position of Vice… continue reading »

PENTAX RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORATION Introduces PENTAX K-01 Designed by Marc Newson

2 Feb, 21:19

When is a camera more than a photographer’s tool? The answer is when it’s an object designed by Marc Newson, one of the most acclaimed and influential contemporary designers. The new PENTAX K-01 designed by Marc Newson in the designer's signature yellow. (Photo: Business Wire) PENTAX RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORATION introduces the Marc Newson designed PENTAX K-01* interchangeable lens camera (ILC). The new PENTAX K-01 is another… continue reading »

Mary Kay Advocates for Domestic Violence Survivors in Atlanta

2 Feb, 21:09

Mary Kay Inc. and Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultants, in partnership with the Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence are descending upon the Georgia State Capitol to raise awareness with lawmakers about the importance of crucial funding for domestic violence prevention and intervention services statewide. Participants will educate Georgia lawmakers about crucial counseling, shelter, support groups, education and prevention programs and the… continue reading »

Mill Town Music Hall Launches Entertainment Venue with Two Days of Concerts

2 Feb, 21:02

Tonight at 7pm, West Georgia will welcome its largest concert and entertainment venue TONIGHT - Mill Town Music Hall - with grand opening celebration events on February 2 and 3. The facility will be home to quality wholesome entertainment covering multiple genres, as well as events geared for young families. To view the most up to date calendar of events, fans are encouraged to visit www.MillTownMusicHall.com. Located conveniently off I-20… continue reading »

Announcing The Ibsen Scholarships 2012

2 Feb, 21:01

The Ibsen Scholarships award innovative projects in the field of drama and performing arts and projects that act as incentives for critical discourse in regards to existential and society-related subject matters concerning Henrik Ibsen and his plays. Scholarship funds amount to 1,000,000 NOK (approx. 130.000 Euro/170.000 US Dollars) will be awarded projects worldwide. Scholarships are applicable to individuals, organizations or … continue reading »

The Ohio State University and Huntington Bank Announce $125 Million Partnership

2 Feb, 21:00

The Ohio State University and Huntington Bank (NASDAQ: HBAN; www.huntington.com) today announced an exclusive 15-year partnership, making it the university’s official consumer bank. The agreement is the most comprehensive and innovative partnership of its kind in the country. Ohio State will receive $25 million from Huntington, which the university will use for academic scholarships and educational programming. Huntington is also committing $100… continue reading »

Bakers Footwear Group Reports Fourth Quarter Net Sales

2 Feb, 21:00

Bakers Footwear Group, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: BKRS.OB), a leading specialty retailer of moderately priced fashion footwear for young women, with 227 stores, today reported net sales for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2011. For the thirteen-weeks ended January 28, 2012, the Company’s fourth fiscal quarter, net sales were $53.6 million, decreasing 8.0% from $58.2 million for the thirteen-weeks ended January 29, 2011. Comparable store … continue reading »