CCHR to Announce Architectural Team Selection at CAP Annual Meeting
The Center for Civil and Human Rights (CCHR) will announce the selection of the architectural firm to design the $125 million facility planned for Downtown Atlanta at the Central Atlanta Progress Annual Meeting on March 26, 2009. Read More
Sustainable Atlanta Releases First Sustainability Report for Atlanta
Sustainable Atlanta has released its first sustainability report, which compiles readily available data to create a benchmark for measuring Atlanta's sustainability efforts. The online report establishes baselines, quantifies best practices and proposes strategies that are measurable and a Read More
Protecting your Family from Times of Economic Stress
During times of stress relationships can suffer. These economic times are no exception. PT&A; wants to help you to remember that protecting your relationships is a must in today's economic climate. Read More
Atlanta, BE GREAT During National Boys & Girls Clubs Week March 22-28
BE GREAT by learning more about your local Boys & Girls Club and supporting children who need us most. Read More
Inklusion PR Presents its first Women's Social Hour Event
Atlanta professional women will gather at the The Melting Pot in Midtown for the Women's Social Hour taking place Thursday, March 26, 2009. Like-minded women will meet, mingle and raise funds for a local non-profit. There is also a raffle of products and services from local businesses. Read More
CEO of Theragenics to Partner with World Famous Rap Artist During Seminar on "Overcoming Adversity"
Theragenics Corporation's CEO, Christine Jacobs, will partner with world famous rapper, David Banner, in a unique presentation on Wednesday, March 25 as part of the Jim Wood Speakers Series in the School of Business at Clayton State University. Read More
Windsong Properties' Mike Shina Named EarthCraft's Outstanding Project Manager
Shina was recognized by the Southface Energy Institute and The Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association. Read More
Do you know Your Rights?
Learn all about them at the CTAUN Conference, Teaching Human Rights - Global to Local, at the Carter Center March 24. Read More
Charles Ponzi's Atlanta Connection
Charles Ponzi, whose name has been mentioned frequently in the news recently in connection with the Bernard Madoff scandal, has a distinct Atlanta connection! Read about his time in Atlanta in the files of the National Archives in Atlanta. Read More
Beating the Odds: Abel Solutions Reports Record Revenues for 2008
Abel Solutions, a leading Microsoft SharePoint solution provider, reported a 25% increase in annual revenue for 2008. Read More
Coaching Plan B: Helping You Create the Future You Want
Edward Miller is a personal and professional coach to journalists and news executives. Miller brings his years of experience as an editor, publisher, management trainer and leadership coach to your service. As special guest of the Atlanta Press Club he will be sharing his program Five Weeks to Plan B Wednesday, April 1 at the Commerce Club. Read More
Andy Decker of Robert Half International Presents "Recession-Proof Resumes"
On Thursday, March 26, Andy Decker, regional vice president for Robert Half International (RHI), will speak to members and guests at the weekly Buckhead Business Association (BBA) breakfast meeting, held at the City Club of Buckhead. The timely topic of his presentation will be "Recession-Proof Resumes." Read More
Winning Business Lessons from the Obama Campaign
AMA's Next Generation Marketing SIG Luncheon at 103 West on April 2 presents the Obama campaign as a business, identifying lessons any business leader can use to maximize performance. The campaign didn't just make history: it teaches lessons that every marketer can profit from. Read More
PGA TOUR Superstores Celebrate Grand Reopening Today
During the past several months, the three PGA TOUR Superstores in metro Atlanta have undergone renovations to further improve the shopping experience for customers. Known for its broad selection and great prices, PGA TOUR Superstore has expanded its lines of brand-name inventory and is offering even better values than before on golf and tennis merchandise and accessories. The grand reopening of stores in Duluth, Kennesaw and Roswell is today. Read More
Stone Mountain Park's Spring FUN Break Offers Atlanta Families Excitement, Value
Celebrating spring break doesn't have to burn a hole in family's pockets. Say good-bye to an expensive vacation and a big hello to Stone Mountain Park's Spring Fun Break April 4-12. Read More
Why and How to Use Coaching, From CEO's Who Do
LISTEN to Bruce Parker, former CEO of Old Mutual Financial Network, at http://www.audioacrobat.com/play/W310b0ZQ. Learn how coaching is producing bottom line results for leading companies in the Southeast at the Prism Awards & Conference April 29th. Register at www.georgiaprismaward.com. Read More
David Nour To Address IMC On Best Practices In Strategic Relationship Planning
David Nour to speak on "Why Social Networking Is Now Key To Your Business' Success" at Institute of Management Consultants, Georgia Chapter event on Wednesday, March 25 at 6 PM. Read More
ajc.com Launches Free Classifieds Site ajcexchange.com
Lookng to buy, sell or exchange an item on a free, reputable source? The Atlanta Journal-Constitution is redefining its classifieds Web site with the launch of ajcexchange.com Read More
Atlanta Woman Presents Community Heroes
In an exciting celebration of the area's great Community Heroes, Atlanta Woman will honor its 2008 Women of the Year and Fan Males. In addition, conversations with some newly named female non-profit leaders on the impacts they are making within their organizations and our city will motivate and inspire. Read More
900th Home Closes at Heron Bay Golf and Country Club
Mindy and Thadius Nesbitt plan to move into their D.R. Horton home in Meadow Glen at Heron Bay by summer. Read More
Bowen Family Homes Provides Safety Net for Home Buyers
Mortgage payment relief program is designed to protect homeowners who involuntarily lose their job. Read More
Enjoy the Best of Nature at Harrison Development's Sweetwater Cove
On March 28, 2009, five select homesites at Sweetwater Cove will be greatly discounted for one day only. Read More
AMA Atlanta Congratulates the 2009 AMY Award Winners!
Top Marketing Professionals Were Also Honored at the Awards Gala at the Fox Theatre on Thursday night. Read More
The Honorable Lt. Governor Cagle to Discuss Georgia's Legislative Session at the Atlanta Press Club
The Atlanta Press Club will host the honorable Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle, who made history in Nov. of 2006 by becoming the first Republican ever elected to the state's second highest office. The Newsmaker Luncheon will be held on Monday, April 6 just days after the conclusion of the 2009 legislative session. The event will be held at The Commerce Club. The event is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia. Read More
Percentage of students that engage in sexting: 13%
Percentage of students that have sent sexts in the past year: 10%
Percentage of students that have sent sexually explicit photos of themselves: 5%
The teens involved in sexting were more likely to attempt suicide (13% vs. 3%) and were twice as likely to report depressive behaviors (36% vs. 17%).
(Mashable)
Percentage of smartphone users that multitask while watching TV: 80%
(Mashable)
Top 3 Non-profit Net Incomes:
YMCA of the USA: $5.84 million
Catholic Charities: $4.27 million
United Way: $4.12 million
(PR Daily)
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