The Glory of Green

The Glory of Green

FishHawk Ranch Becomes the Largest Community in Tampa and the First in Hillsborough County to be a certified "Green" Development

Lithia, FL (PRWEB) March 20, 2009

Tampa, Fla. -- Sustainable development may feel like a new concept to some, but at FishHawk Ranch (http://www. fishhawkranch. com/) environmentally responsible development has been an essential component of the master planned community since its creation more than 10 years ago. And, today, Newland Communities is proud to announce that FishHawk Ranch has been officially certified as a green development by the Florida Green Building Coalition (http://www. floridagreenbuilding. org/)(FGBC), making it the largest community in Tampa, and the first residential community in Hillsborough County to receive this designation.

"From the very beginning, we embraced environmental responsibility in creating FishHawk Ranch, so it's truly rewarding to be recognized in this way," said Rick Harcrow, senior VP of operations for Newland Communities. "At FishHawk Ranch, we were green before green was cool."

Although new home sales at FishHawk Ranch began in 1996, the idea to begin the FGBC certification process began just about a year and half ago when Newland Communities established its cornerstone of Healthy Living Systems company-wide. And, as the Newland team began evaluating various ways to plan, develop and certify all of its future Tampa Bay area communities (http://newlandtampa. com/) as sustainable, they quickly realized that FishHawk Ranch was already highly certifiable as green, even though much of the community was already built. The community presently has about 3,700 homes, 10,000 residents and over 3,000 acres.

"FishHawk is a great case study proving that sustainability on the front end not only makes good environmental sense, it also creates long term desirability and value to the homeowner and the community at large," said Rob Vieira, certification reviewer for FGBC.

The FGBC is a nonprofit that provides a statewide green building program that defines, promotes, and encourages sustainable efforts with environmental and economic benefits. Within the FGBC's certification process, there are six key categories:

1) Preserve and protect the existing land
2) Provide an alternative to automobile transportation
3) Utilities
4) Community Amenities
5) Covenants, Codes and Restrictions
6) Education

The process itself is very thorough and takes about six months requiring, data, metrics and analyses.

Working very closely with Drew Smith president of Two Trails, Inc. (http://www. twotrails. net/) to complete the certification process, FishHawk Ranch met and exceeded all of the criteria, where applicable, with noteworthy scoring for its reclaimed water system, low maintenance landscaping and the use of native vegetation. Additionally, the community shone because of its 25-mile trail system with interpretative signage, parks within a quarter mile of every home, and community recreation centers giving residents access to swimming pools so they don't need to build their own energy-intensive backyard pools. FishHawk also did well because of their commitment to encouraging home builders and homeowners to build in accordance with a green standard when renovating and building new homes and for backing that commitment up with an education program.

"The fact that Newland had its commitment to healthy living systems in place and company-wide was very compelling to the FGBG," commented Vieira. "This illustrates a genuine commitment to sustainability."

About FishHawk Ranch
The FishHawk Ranch Welcome Center and twelve model homes are open Monday through Friday from 10 a. m. to 6 p. m. and Sunday from noon to 6 p. m. For more information, please call (813) 685-7500 or visit our web site at www. fishhawkranch. com.

About Newland Communities
Newland Communities has been creating desirable, livable communities across the nation for nearly four decades. With expertise in creating a special sense of community, Newland Communities brings to life the unique history, culture and traditions of the land we develop. Our active and long-term approach to community creation and development ensures we deliver on our vision while responsibly managing our partners' investment.

Headquartered in San Diego, Newland Communities is currently developing communities across the country in states including Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, California, Colorado, Oregon, Washington, Minnesota and Maryland. Information on Newland Communities can be found on our web site at www. newlandcommunities. com.

About the Florida Green Building Coalition
The Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC) is a nonprofit Florida corporation dedicated to improving the built environment. Our mission is "to provide a statewide green building program that defines, promotes, and encourages sustainable efforts with environmental and economic benefits.

CONTACT: 
Pam Parisi
Director of Marketing
813.620.3555

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Individual Health Insurance Blog Joins AnswerBlog Network

Individual Health Insurance Blog Joins AnswerBlog Network

The Individual Health Insurance Blog, which compiles a wide array of information and articles on individual health insurance, has joined the AnswerBlog Network.

(PRWEB) March 21, 2005

Individual-HealthInsurance. com (http://individual-healthinsurance. com)has (http://individual-healthinsurance. com)has) become an official member of the AnswerBlogs Network (http://tinyurl. com/53e5w (http://tinyurl. com/53e5w)). The purpose of this blog is to offer up-to-the-minute news on Individual Health Accounts.

In particular, the blog is currently focusing on the emergence of Health Savings Accounts as a viable, affordable option for individuals looking to protect themselves and their families from the potential financial disasters associated with the enormous costs of hospital services.

But not only the positive side of Health Savings Accounts will be presented. "We intend to present a wide berth of information to folks looking to educate themselves on the current choices involved with Individual Health Insurance, and the AnswerBlog Network will enable us to reach more consumers than if we were a stand-alone blog" says Charles Weiss, editor of the blog.

For up-to-date information on Individual Health Insurance, please visit

Http://individual-health-insurance. blogspot. com (http://individual-health-insurance. blogspot. com)

If you are interested in starting your own niche based blog, visit the AnswerBlogs Network (http://tinyurl. com/53e5w (http://tinyurl. com/53e5w)).

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Two new cancer drugs recommended

Two new cancer drugs recommended

Visit www. ageuk. org. uk and see what the company does to improve later life for everyone through their information and products

(PRWeb UK) June 21, 2010

Sufferers of lung or stomach cancer could benefit, as two new types of cancer treatment are now available in the UK.

People suffering with lung or stomach cancer (http://www. ageuk. org. uk/health-wellbeing/conditions-illnesses/cancer/) could soon receive one of two new drugs, which will be recommended by a medical body.

The National Institute for Health (http://www. nice. org. uk/) and Clinical Excellence (Nice), which provides guidance on the drugs used by the NHS, is recommending the medicines.

One is Iressa, or gefitinib, which can be used by lung cancer patients who have a genetic mutation.

Its manufacturer AstraZeneca will take part in a scheme whereby the NHS will pay £12,200 for patients who take the drug, regardless of how long they need to take it. The first two months are free.

Dr Carole Longson, health technology evaluation centre director at Nice, said: "Lung cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK, with around 38,000 people diagnosed every year.

"Non-small cell lung cancer is the most common type of lung cancer, accounting for around 80% of all cases.

"Nice has already recommended a number of treatments for this condition and we are pleased to add gefitinib as an option for patients and their clinicians to consider.

"Gefitinib offers an advantage because it is taken in tablet form, can be taken at home, and would allow patients to carry on with normal daily activities."

The second drug is Xeloda, or capecitabine, which could be used by some of the 8,200 people who suffer with stomach cancer each year. The drug comes in tablet form, which would mean patients would need fewer hospital visits than they currently do.

If you need help and support to deal with cancer (http://www. ageuk. org. uk/health-wellbeing/conditions-illnesses/cancer/help-and-support-cancer/), visit Age Concern’s cancer page. Age Concern offers a range of services which tailor to the retired.

Visit www. ageuk. org. uk and see what the company does to improve later life for everyone through their information and products.

If you need help and support to deal with cancer. visit Age Concern’s cancer page.

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Super Stock Picker Issues Buy Recommendations on Rubicon Minerals Corporation and SXC Health Solutions Corp

Super Stock Picker Issues Buy Recommendations on Rubicon Minerals Corporation and SXC Health Solutions Corp

Super Stock Picker today recommends Rubicon Minerals Corporation and SXC Health Solutions Corp as buys

Montreal, QC (PRWEB) September 29, 2008

Super Stock Picker (http://www. SuperStockPicker. com (http://www. SuperStockPicker. com)) today recommends Rubicon Minerals Corporation (AMEX: RBY - TSX: RMX) and SXC Health Solutions Corp (NASDAQ: SXCI - TSX: SXC) as buys in the Ultimate Price Momentum v1 portfolio. For more complete information on this portfolio, go to: http://www. SuperStockPicker. com/portfolio_Ultimate_Price_Momentum_v1.html (http://www. SuperStockPicker. com/portfolio_Ultimate_Price_Momentum_v1.html)].

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New Ray Brown Jr. CD: All-Star Duets Plus One With Mom & Dad

New Ray Brown Jr. CD: All-Star Duets Plus One With Mom & Dad

Ray Brown Jr., the son of legendary jazz performers Ray Brown and Ella Fitzgerald, is being joined by some of his friends and other artists he has admired to create a truly unique album put out by SRI Jazz with veteran producer Shelly Liebowitz at the helm. All-star guests from the CD have also signed the "Green Piano" used in making the CD, which will then be sold at auction, the proceeds of which will help rebuild eco-friendly homes to musicians affected by Hurricane Katrina.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) March 6, 2008

SRI Jazz announces the making of Ray Brown Jr.'s next CD, an all-star duets album entitled "Family and Friends". Ray will be joined by some of his friends and other artists he has admired to create a truly unique album. With veteran producer, Shelly Liebowitz at the helm, the line-up includes Dr. John, Dionne Warwick, Jane Monheit, James Moody, Freda Payne, Melba Moore, David "Fathead" Newman, Sophie B. Hawkins, Paul Williams, Maria Muldaur, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Terry Gibbs and others.

This CD will include a very special version of "How High The Moon". It will be a duet of Ray with both his mother and father (Ella Fitzgerald and Ray Brown). "We know this will be a magical moment when Ray sings with his parents. In addition to that amazing duet, we are recording a duet of Ray and his daughter Haylee performing Ella's first hit, ‘Tisket-A-Tasket’. I am thrilled and excited to sign Haylee to her first contract and produce her first session", said Liebowitz.

Shelly Liebowitz and SRI Jazz are lending their efforts to the organizations Global Green and Active Music by having the all-star guests from this CD sign the "Green Piano". The piano has been consigned for Liebowitz's use and shipped to the recording studio. The Green Piano, which is an environmentally friendly piano, was created exclusively by Baldwin to raise awareness of going green. The piano will be sold at auction and the proceeds will help rebuild eco-friendly homes which will go to musicians affected by Hurricane Katrina. These signatures will be added to the one from famed New Orleans native, and Rock And Roll Hall of Fame artist, Fats Domino.

The first guest to sign the piano in the studio is legendary New Orleans performer Dr. John who placed his signature on the Green Piano during his duet session with Ray Brown Jr. on March 3rd.

"This album marks a first in many ways. Original, unconventional arrangements and song choices matched with not only incredible vocalists but also legendary musicians make this CD truly special. When you add that to the talent of Ray Brown Jr. and the legacy of his family, the results are just magical. The first duet by Dr. John has given us a glimpse of just how special this CD will be," says Liebowitz.

Ray Brown Jr., the son of legendary jazz performers Ray Brown and Ella Fitzgerald, has been making special appearances along with periodic performances in celebration of Ella's 90th birthday. His energies have been consumed within the last year with memories and remembrances plus touring to promote his current release. Most recently Ray has appeared in the BBC documentary, "First Lady of Song", about his mother. This documentary was so popular it has aired several times in only a few months.

Walking into the studio to work with family and friends seemed like the logical next step to Liebowitz and a foreboding challenge to Brown. But Brown is looking forward to it, "Yeah, I'm a tad bit nervous. But it will be great fun and very educational", said Brown.

Recently Brown has performed shows to repeated standing ovations. His vocal stylings have been compared to Peabo Bryson or Al Jarreau, and his arrangements have been described as soulful and versatile.

The piano will be auctioned off on E Bay with Auctioncause. The proceeds of the piano auction will benefit Global Green USA's climate change initiatives, including the green rebuilding of New Orleans. Global Green is leading efforts to help rebuild a green New Orleans as a model for rebuilding sustainable cities around the world, including it's Holy Cross Project, the first sustainable affordable housing community in the Lower Ninth Ward.

Global Green USA, the American arm of President Gorbachev's Green Cross International, was founded in 1993 to foster a global value shift toward a sustainable and secure future. For more than a decade, Global Green has been a national leader in advocating for smart solutions to global warming including green building for affordable housing, schools and communities. Global Green USA has influenced more than $20 billion dollars for green building projects and educates hundreds of millions of people about climate solutions through its campaigns and initiatives. To learn more visit www. globalgreen. org.

ActiveMusic – A 501c3 production and media event company dedicated to raising funds and awareness for effective grass root non-profit organizations and social causes that support environmental, health, social justice, and educational programs. ActiveMusic’s mission: "Accelerating Social Change through the Power of Music and Media." ActiveMusic provides services, contacts, outreach, resources, consultation and expertise producing benefit concerts and event fundraisers. To learn more visit activemusic. org.

For more information call Shelly Liebowitz at 818-299-6297 or visit SRI Jazz (http://www. srirecords. com/), Active Music (http://www. activemusic. org/) or Global Green (http://www. globalgreen. org/).

Photo credit : Jack Licursi

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What is Online Appointment-Scheduling Software? Find Out with New Video from Leading Web-Based Scheduler Appointment-Plus

What is Online Appointment-Scheduling Software? Find Out with New Video from Leading Web-Based Scheduler Appointment-Plus

Learn the basics of online appointment-scheduling software and how it can assist businesses that depend on accurate appointments and reservations. Appointment-Plus provides service-oriented businesses with such beneficial features as online customer self-scheduling, automated e-mail and text message reminders, online customer payment options and e-marketing capabilities.

Scottsdale, Ariz. (Vocus/PRWEB) January 19, 2011

Business owners, medical practitioners, college administrators, inbound shipping operations, and other individuals and groups that depend on accurate appointments and reservations can now easily and quickly learn about appointment-scheduling software and how it can instantly transform and automate their appointment-scheduling and reservation-booking processes by viewing a new and entertaining video from leading online appointment-scheduling software provider Appointment-Plus.

The new video is included with this release. It's also posted on the Appointment-Plus Web site, on its new Facebook page, and on YouTube.

Appointment-Plus joins a growing number of businesses utilizing YouTube, Facebook and other social media outlets to educate businesses and visitors on their technology and industry. These productions can help paint a simplistic picture of the message and allow viewers to more easily grasp the concepts presented to them.

“Online appointment-scheduling software is the perfect partner for service-oriented businesses that rely on customer, student and patient appointments and reservations, but it can be a difficult technology to easily explain, especially to those who have always managed appointments in the more traditional manner and are unfamiliar with Web-based applications,” says Bob La Loggia, president and founder of StormSource Software, the developer of Appointment-Plus. “Our new video provides the basics of how online scheduling works and its benefit to service-based businesses, all in an entertaining and fun-to-watch format.

“And all it takes is just two minutes of your time.”

A leader in online appointment-scheduling softwaresince 2001, Appointment-Plus offers small and large businesses, colleges and universities, shipping and receiving operations, government agencies, medical practitioners, tour operators and many other groups and individuals the Web-based tools they need to streamline and improve the way their manage appointments and reservations and their customer, client and patient information. It offers such beneficial features as:
Online self-scheduling, whereby individuals book their appointments and reservations at their own convenience, 24 hours a day. Automated e-mail and text message reminders sent prior to a scheduled time. (These reminders can also decrease the number of “no-shows” by over 50 percent.) Online customer payment options. Robust record-keeping and reporting. E-marketing capabilities through e-mail marketing service provider iContact.

Because it’s Web-based, Appointment-Plus online appointment-scheduling software doesn’t require costly hardware or program installations. It’s also accessible from any Internet connection, a benefit to individuals who routinely manage their appointments and customer information from home, “on the road” and from other locations outside their office. The system is accessible from iPhones, iPads, Smartphone, PDAs and other mobile devices.

Appointment-Plus also eliminates the need to manage separate paper appointment books, spreadsheets, calendars, folders and files, as it centralizes all information in one centralized, secure and easy-to-access spot.

Pricing starts at $39 per month with no long-term contracts, along with free set-up assistance with a dedicated coach. No Web site is required to utilize Appointment-Plus online appointment-scheduling software.

“We’ve made it easy to learn how online appointment-scheduling software simplifies and improves this important—yet tedious and time-consuming—task,” La Loggia explains. “Sit back and let us show you how this technology can fit into your appointment-setting and reservation-booking processes.”

For more information on how Appointment-Plus can improve your appointment-scheduling and reservation-booking processes, click here.

About Appointment-Plus: Appointment-Plus supplies over 5,000 businesses and organizations throughout the United States, Canada and 10 other countries the tools they need to efficiently and accurately schedule appointments and sessions, book rooms, accept registrations and many other services. The flagship product of Scottsdale, Ariz.-based StormSource Software, the online application has scheduled over 54 million appointments since its launch in 2001. Geared primarily toward small businesses such as medical offices, spas, salons, photographers, tutors, health clubs and massage therapists, users of the service also include Fortune 500 companies, colleges and universities, healthcare agencies and facilities, federal and local government, and freight and delivery services.

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Fashion Design School & Career Guide Launches on All Art Schools

Fashion Design School & Career Guide Launches on All Art Schools

Comprehensive resource includes advice and articles on breaking into the fashion industry.

Seattle, WA (PRWEB) January 10, 2007

Today, All Art Schools (www. allartschools. com) announced the release of a new online resource for students interested in pursuing careers in fashion merchandising, fashion design and fashion photography. The new Fashion Design School and Career Guide can be found at http://www. allartschools. com/faqs/fashion-design. php (http://www. allartschools. com/faqs/fashion-design. php).

It's difficult to ignore the public's growing fascination with the fashion industry. Makeover shows, such as TLC's long-running What Not to Wear, have a faithful following, and more recent shows, such as Bravo's Project Runway, gather new fans with every subsequent episode. Top models like Heidi Klum and Tyra Banks have added "Reality TV Host" to their résumés -- and Americans can't get enough.

Beautiful, glamorous and sometimes scandalous, the fashion world is nothing if not intriguing. It's not surprising, then, that student interest in fashion design schools (http://www. allartschools. com/featured/fashion/) and fashion programs is increasing. Yet navigating the early phases of a career in this tough field can be tricky. All Art School's new Fashion Design School and Career Guide is aimed at helping students do just that.

From providing tips for fashion design careers to salary information, the new Fashion Design School and Career Guide offers help to aspiring designers, whether they are looking for the right fashion school or deciding to focus their career on a fashion specialty. Students interested in reading industry insider interviews can also find advice from fashion business experts.

"Working with art schools and students, we recognized the need for an up-to-date, comprehensive resource for aspiring fashion professionals," says Mindy Shaw, product manager for All Art Schools. "By providing useful content about fashion careers, we hope to better meet our goals of helping students make smart decisions about their education and future careers, and connecting these knowledgeable students with the fashion schools that will best meet their needs."

The Fashion Design School and Career Guide also provides guidance for students who are interested in fashion, but don't want to design. Fashion merchandising (http://www. allartschools. com/faqs/fashion-merchandising-job. php), fashion photography (http://www. allartschools. com/faqs/fashion-photography-job. php) and fashion styling (http://www. allartschools. com/faqs/fashion-stylist-job. php) are popular careers that are also covered in the Resource Center.

About All Art Schools

All Art Schools. com (http://www. allartschools. com (http://www. allartschools. com)) is a website dedicated to helping people interested in developing careers in creative fields such as interior design, fashion design, web design and photography find the training they need to succeed. Users can search for art schools, get information about education requirements and read articles about the industry.

About All Star Directories

All Star Directories, Inc. is the Internet's fastest growing publisher of online and career school directories. From leading research institutions to fast-growing online and for-profit schools, more than 5,500 featured schools trust All Star Directories as the authority in online student recruitment. The All Star Directories network of sites focus on a wide range of fields including health care, art, business, teacher education, psychology, criminal justice, computer training and nursing.

Press Contact:

Jay Goldstein

Director of Marketing

(888) 404-8043 x592

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