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40% Jump in Rate-and-Term Refis Drives Overall Lock Growth as Purchase Activity Stalls
PLANO, Texas — Optimal Blue today released its February 2025 Market Advantage mortgage data report, showing a 7% month-over-month increase in mortgage lock volume driven primarily by a surge in refinance activity. Rate-and-term refinances saw the biggest jump, rising nearly 40% as homeowners seized the opportunity to lower their monthly payments. Cash-out refinances also edged higher, while purchase lock activity remained subdued for the second consecutive month….
Lowell Chamber Orchestra announces winner of its International Call-for-Scores
LOWELL, Mass. — The Lowell Chamber Orchestra (LCO) is pleased to introduce Helder Alves de Oliveira the winner of its 2025 International Call-for-Scores. His score “Resiliens” was chosen following a completely anonymous process of evaluating 138 entries from all over the world based on merits of originality, orchestration, structure, and other compositional techniques. His work will be performed during LCO’s 2025-2026 season, and Mr. Oliveira will receive a monetary prize….
Writers Protest Fed Crackdown On Iowa University Writing Program
IOWA CITY, Iowa — In a letter delivered this week to Darren J. Beattie, a senior official at the US State Department’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, the acclaimed Todos Santos Writers Workshop (TSWW) decried the bureau’s recent cancellation of federal grants to the International Writing Program (IWP) at the University of Iowa….
The Mortgage Collaborative 3.16.25 Mortgage Tech Day Presents Five Startups to Compete in Dallas Pitch Event
DALLAS, Texas — The future of mortgage technology is set to take the spotlight in Dallas as The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, and the TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP present the seventh Mortgage Tech Day (MTD)….
Glancy Wine Education Foundation Expands to Become National Scholarship Organization
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — The Glancy Wine Education Foundation (GWEF) is proud to announce its expansion to become a national scholarship organization through strategic partnerships with the International Wine Center in New York, the American Wine School in the Midwest, and the Association of African American Vintners (AAAV). Combined with the foundation’s existing partnership with the San Francisco Wine School, these collaborations significantly extend GWEF’s geographic reach, enabling more aspiring wine professionals across the United States access to high-quality wine education….
IRS Solutions® Named as American Society of Tax Problem Solvers (ASTPS) Partner
VALENCIA, Calif. — IRS Solutions®, a company offering innovative tax resolution software explicitly designed for tax professionals, announces that it has been named an industry partner by the prestigious American Society of Tax Problem Solvers (ASTPS)….
Rhode Sense Joins Move For Hunger to Tackle Food Waste and Hunger
NEPTUNE, N.J. — Rhode Sense, a leading full-service freight brokerage joins forces with Move For Hunger, a national non-profit organization dedicated to fighting hunger and reducing food waste nationwide. As part of Move For Hunger’s Charity Freight and Mover network, Rhode Sense is tackling hunger one transport at a time. With food insecurity affecting millions across the U.S., this collaboration will deliver 100,000 additional meals to communities in need this year….
New Fantasy Adventure ‘The Tale of Sir Valiant and Earl Vladimoor’ Released by William J. Birrell
TORONTO, Ontario — Canadian author William J. Birrell’s latest book, “The Tale of Sir Valiant and Earl Vladimoor: A Clash of Good and Evil” (ISBN: 978-1779624901), was released by Tellwell Publishing on December 20, 2024. This classic tale of heroism and sacrifice follows the adventures of Sir Valiant, a steadfast knight, as he battles against the sinister Vladimoor, the Dark Earl of Dragonshire, in a fight for justice, honor, and love….
MocPOGO Win 7.9.0 Released! Spoof Your Location in Pokemon GO on iOS without Cracking
NEW YORK, N.Y. — Exploring new Pokémon GO locations without leaving your home has never been easier. MocPOGO, the ultimate location-changing tool, lets players move freely in-game without any physical effort. The latest 2025 update – V7.9.0 brings cutting-edge features, including Bluetooth connectivity，enhanced support for original POGO and MHN, improved anti-ban protection, and multi-device support, making it the go-to solution for iOS and Android users….
New Book ‘The Hidden Force Within’ Reaches #1 on Amazon as a Powerful Guide to Recover Your Body’s Ability to Heal and Find Lasting Healing
STEPHENS CITY, Va. — When Sarah Lascano faced debilitating chronic fatigue syndrome and multiple food sensitivities affecting 90% of her diet, doctors told her there was nothing they could offer. After years of searching, she found dramatic healing when she discovered energy medicine. It is now her passion to help people find healing for hard-to-treat illness, even when nothing else has worked….