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TubaChristmas 2009 will be hosted by The Kansas City Symphony on Friday, December 4. This event will be one of 240 TubaChristmas concerts presented around the United States in tribute to the late artist/teacher William J. Bell, born on Christmas Day 1902. The TubaChristmas ensemble performs traditional Christmas carols and songs, many of which were arranged by noted American composer Alec Wilder, who ironically died on Christmas Eve, 1980. The memories of Bell and Wilder are celebrated in the annual performances of TubaChristmas groups around the nation.

(KANSAS CITY) – The Kansas City Symphony marks the beginning of the holiday season with Handel’s Messiah on Thanksgiving weekend. The Kansas City Symphony and Chorus join with the Independence Messiah Choir for this mosaic of the scriptures, which remains Handel’s most famous work. With over 400 musicians on stage, it is one of the most triumphant choral pieces ever written. Messiah is best known for its familiar “Hallelujah” chorus.

“A séance for piano and orchestra" -- ghosts of music's past weave through the three movement concerto

(Kansas City) - The Kansas City Symphony will present the world premiere of Lost Souls - A Piano Concerto by Israeli composer Avner Dorman on November 20-22. Lost Souls tell the haunting story of a séance summoning ghosts of concertos past, ending in an exorcism. Praised by Gramophone Magazine as “a fresh, young voice, worth following,” Avner Dorman is a rising star composer whose orchestral works were recently performed by the New York Philharmonic and the Los Angeles Philharmonic.

KANSAS CITY SYMPHONY HOSTS
KENNEDY CENTER PRESIDENT MICHAEL KAISER FOR FREE COMMUNITY ARTS CONVERSATION ON NOVEMBER 18

Kennedy Center President Michael M. Kaiser to Travel to all 50 States, Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C., to address the challenges facing non-profit performing arts organizations today

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact: Nancy Besa, Besa PR
816.674.4775

$15 Tickets for Monster Jam Show at Sprint Center

AURORA, Ill. (October 31,2009) – Feld Motor Sports℠ announced today tickets for the Sprint Center, Kansas City, MO Monster Jam®, the world’s premier monster truck series, are now on sale at Sprint Center Box Office, Ticketmaster outlets, Ticketmaster.com, and charge by phone at 800-745-3000.

Contact: Trevor Schroeter or Mike Howard
PH: 712-764-2191
(Day of event – 712-764-2197)
Email: mhoward@ironeagletech.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 14, 2009

IRON EAGLE TECHNOLOGIES, INC. BRINGING ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE TO IOWA

September 25, 2009

Dan Singleton, a former Minnesota resident and businessman has opened a franchise of SuperGlass Windshield Repair in Kansas City.

The franchise, part of a national chain of over 260 locations, specializes in repairing stars and small cracks in windshields. The process prevents the windshield from cracking further and restores clear driving vision.

KANSAS CITY, Mo.—Sept. 22, 2009—Handicap Conversions has been appointed as the exclusive dealer of AdaptaVan wheelchair accessible vans in Missouri.

AdaptaVans are customizable wheelchair accessible vans tailored to the needs of physically challenged and disabled individuals.

Twelfth annual Basehor car show to be held Oct. 10, 2009

12th Annual Basehor Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show: All Proceeds benefit the Basehor-Linwood Project Grad. Saturday, October 10, 2009 at Basehor-Linwood High School, 2008 N. 155th Street, Basehor, Kansas. 6 miles West of Kansas Speedway on Hwy 24/40 (State Avenue) to 155th Street, North 1 Mile. Please see our website: www.basehorcarshow.com for details.

Kansas City, MO. (August 24, 2009) – The wildly successful C.A.R.S. (Car Allowance Rebate System) program officially ends tonight at 8pm, but who needs C.A.R.S. and all if its restrictions when you have Van Chevy/Cadillac’s Special Auto Valuation Event (S.A.V.E)? Kansas City’s favorite dealer, Van Chevy/Cadillac has developed an even better program designed to save you money!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DATE: August 20, 2009
EVENT: New Business and New Web Site Launch
CONTACT: Nick Walz
pr@thinkbigshot.com
816.471.1877

KANSAS CITY, MO – BIGSHOT is pleased to announce the launch of the new website for ProPartnersMD (http://www.propartnersmd.com/) and a new partnership with the National Association of Forensic Economics (NAFE). “It was a pleasure working with ProPartnersMD. The quality of the work the team produced is outstanding,” said BIGSHOT CEO/Founder Jeff Henry. “We are also very honored to have been chosen for the website redesign for NAFE. The BIGSHOT team is looking forward to helping NAFE with their new growth initiative.”

8/19/09

For Immediate Release

The Greater Kansas City Area Buick Pontiac GMC Dealer Association recently received a special allocation of 2010 Buick LaCrosses from the Fairfax Assembly Plant in an effort to generate early excitement and support both the dealership and assembly plant employees and their families. The Association is the only General Motors Local Marketing Association (LMA) in the nation to receive an extra allocation, giving Kansas Citians the earliest and best selection.

PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 14, 2009

It’s Shamerrific! K & C Solutions Announces New Product Release

Go green with the Shamerrific Shammy! It is now available to help consumers wash and dry any surface without using soap or cleaning products. The magic ingredient – Water!

Kansas City, Mo July 24, 2009 -- Many consumers are stretching smaller budgets these days. For some that may mean changing plans about buying a new car and making an investment in a pre-owned vehicle. Automotive sales volume is below 1986 levels but used vehicle purchases continue to rise from month-to-month. "Consumers need to make sure they shop wisely," said Jeremy Franklin of Jeremy Franklin's Used Car Network in Kansas City. "The good news is there are great bargains available on high quality, reliable transportation."

Date: Friday, July 17, 2009
Contact: Chris Lester, (816) 374-5452; email lester@kcchamber.com
Pam Whiting, (816) 374-5481; e-mail pamw@kcchamber.com

A HINT OF OPTIMISM ABOUT THE ECONOMY FROM AREA BUSINESSES

All Electric Vehicles for $2,800 after Federal Tax Credits at Motorhead's
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 10, 2009 Motorhead’s Kansas City, KS

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (July 9, 2009) –– Five “People’s Choice” awards were presented to top vote-getters at the third annual Art of the Car Concours, held June 27 on the campus of the Kansas City Art Intitute. The winners:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 8, 2009 Motorhead’s Kansas City, KS
Motorhead’s Scoot & Cycle qualifies for Federal “CARS” Program allowing up to $4,500 discount on 75 MPG car.
Kansas City, KS – 75 MPG Kandi Coco now qualifies in the federal “CARS” program, saving consumers $4,500 per vehicle due to its extremely fuel efficient 75 MPG motorcycle engine.

Selfstoragefinders.com is an online self storage directory which launched in April of 2008. The site offers a unique way to connect prospective renters and owners. Prior to Selfstoragefinders.com a prospective renter would have to search for storage units in the phone book, leaving them looking at outdated data and high prices. Selfstoragefinders.com eliminates these problems by offering renters the ability to find multiple storage facilities quickly and easily. The displayed results benefit both prospective tenants and owners.

James J. MaiohoFor Immediate Release:

July 2, 2009

Madko Group of Prairie Village Kansas announces its new minority outreach program. The principals of Madko Group Consulting have been mentoring and working with small business for over twenty years, in a variety of Industries.

BIGSHOT to Debut Web Site for New Missouri Hockey Team and Their Home Arena

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DATE: Monday, June 29, 2009
EVENT: New Business Announcement
CONTACT: Liz Gilbert
pr@thinkbigshot.com

Windsor Exports was founded in early 1996 with the desire to make available world-class auto components and agriculture machines that are produced in India. Our target, though difficult, was clearly defined. For any requirement from abroad our target is to achieve the best quality, finish and packaging standard of the best brand available in that particular market. We have a reputed name in Foreign Market for Auto components, Agricultural machines, Diesel Engines, Generators, Pump & Pump sets (Submersible, Turbine), Blower type Engine, Agricultural Spare Parts and Farm Equipment. In past 10 years, we have achieved our first goal of being rated as 2 STAR Export house and with a Vision of achieving 5 STAR by 2015.

New Look and Feel Makes Weight Loss Options More Accessible

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DATE: Wednesday, June 22, 2009
EVENT: malleysurgical.com Updated Web Site Launch
CONTACT: Liz Gilbert
pr@thinkbigshot.com

Easier Access to Information for All 19 YMCA Locations
in Kansas City Area

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DATE: Wednesday, June 22, 2009
EVENT: kansascityymca.com Web Site Launch
CONTACT: Liz Gilbert

Houston – Trucker Polishes Rig at 27th Annual Shell ROTELLA SuperRigs: The 27th annual Shell ROTELLA SuperRigs® competition will be held June 18-20 at the Oak Grove 70 Petro located at I-70, Exit 28 in Oak Grove, Missouri. The Shell ROTELLA SuperRigs® competition is the premier truck beauty contest for actively working trucks. Owner/operator truckers from across the United States and Canada will compete for cash and prizes valued at approximately $25,000. Additionally, 12 lucky drivers will be selected to have their truck featured in the 2010 Shell ROTELLA SuperRigs™ calendar.

CUPP CHEVROLETMEDIA ADVISORYFor Immediate Release Contact: Robert CuppJune 19th, 2009 660) 376-3441The Future of Cupp Chevrolet Robert Cupp, Owner and Operator of Cupp Chevrolet, will host a MediaAvailability on Tuesday, June 23rd at 10:30 AM, 2009 at Cupp Chevrolet inMarceline, Missouri.

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Thousands of trade students from across the U.S. will gather in Kansas City for the SkillsUSA National Leadership Conference at Bartle Hall

This annual conference, sponsored by the National Guard, helps students connect with industry leaders in the technical and skilled trades. This gives students the chance to find out what qualities and experiences companies seek in candidates, what career paths can be achieved, and what benefits are

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), an average of more than 17 teens every day die on American roads during the months of June, July and August, the three months with the highest teen crash rates. Teen drivers are more likely to drive with three or more teens in their car and average 44% more hours behind the wheel in the summer. To help combat these sobering statistics, ThinkFirst of Greater Kansas City is making spots available in our summer Young Traffic Offenders Program (YTOP) sessions. YTOP is designed for young drivers ages 16 to 24.

June 6, 2009 --- Olathe, KS.

FINALLY, SOME GOOD NEWS FROM THE AUTO INDUSTRY!
STEVE TOLBERT SUZUKI HOLDS ITS GRAND OPENING AND RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY, THURSDAY, JUNE 18 AT 11AM!

WELL-KNOWN AND RESPECTED FOR MANY YEARS IN THE KANSAS CITY CAR-BUYING COMMUNITY, STEVE TOLBERT HAS ASSUMED OWNERSHIP OF THE OLATHE SUZUKI DEALERSHIP, AND IS EXCITED ABOUT BECOMING A PART OF A THRIVING COMMUNITY.