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Overstock.com Announces Receipt of NASDAQ Notification Letter

SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Overstock.com, Inc. today announced that it received a letter on November 19, 2009 from the NASDAQ Stock Market ("NASDAQ") notifying the company that it violated NASDAQ Listing Rules when it filed its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended September 30, 2009 because the filing wasn't reviewed in accordance with Statement of Auditing Standards No. 100. The letter also notified the company that the filing did not contain the certifications required under sections 302 and 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Under NASDAQ rules, Overstock.com now has 60 calendar days, or until January 18, 2010, to submit to NASDAQ a plan to regain compliance with the NASDAQ Listing Rules. If NASDAQ accepts the company's plan, Overstock.com will have until May 17, 2010 to regain compliance.

"As we discussed on our November 18, 2009 conference call, we fully expected to receive this notification letter after we filed an unreviewed 10-Q," said Jonathan Johnson, Overstock.com President. "I have talked with our listing analyst at NASDAQ and I expect that the plan we submit to the NASDAQ will be accepted and that the company will regain compliance well before the deadline."

If NASDAQ does not accept the company's plan, Overstock.com will have the opportunity to appeal that decision to the NASDAQ Hearings Panel.

About Overstock.com

Overstock.com, Inc. is an online retailer offering brand-name merchandise at discount prices. The company offers its customers an opportunity to shop for bargains conveniently, while offering its suppliers an alternative inventory distribution channel. Overstock.com, headquartered in Salt Lake City, is a publicly traded company listed on the NASDAQ Global Market System and can be found online at http://www.overstock.com/. Overstock.com regularly posts information about the company and other related matters on its website under the heading "Investor Relations."

Overstock.comÂ® is a registered trademark of Overstock.com, Inc. Any other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Such forward-looking statements include all statements other than statements of historical fact, including statements regarding our ability file a plan to the NASDAQ Stock Market by January 18, 2010, and regain compliance under NASDAQ Listing Rules by May 17, 2010. Our Form 10-K/A for the year ended December 31, 2008 our subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, or any amendments thereto, and our other subsequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission identify important factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those contained in our projections, estimates or forward-looking statements.

Overstock.com, Inc.

CONTACT: Media, Roger Johnson, +1-801-947-4430, rojohnson@overstock.com,
or Investors, Kevin Moon, +1-801-947-3282, kmoon@overstock.com, both of
Overstock.com, Inc.

Web Site: http://www.overstock.com/

Plateau Mineral Development, Inc. Announces Status Upgrade on Pinksheets.com and Appointment of New President

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Plateau Mineral Development, Inc. (Pink Sheets: PMDP), along with its partner, Plateau Mineral Development LLC, announced today that the firm has moved from the "stop: no information" status to the "yield: limited information" status based on the rigorous requirements set forth by Pinksheets.com. This means that the company has posted current financial information, but is still in the process of submitting the additional information required to obtain "current" status.

The company is in the process of updating the necessary information to advance to "current," and will continue to post pertinent information to the site.

Plateau also announced today that Bill Strange has signed on to assume the role of President. More information on this appointment will follow, along with an update to the "officers" section of the company's Pinksheets.com listing. In addition, Plateau plans to release news regarding the positive results of the environmental testing that took place over the summer months.

About Plateau Mineral Development, Inc.: Plateau Mineral Development, Inc. specializes in the exploration and development of energy sources. Its partner, Plateau Mineral Development LLC, has been in existence for over five years with successful new wells and rework wells selling both gas and oil.

Safe Harbor Statement: This news release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. When used in this release, words such as "estimate," "expect," "anticipate," "projected," "planned," "forecasted" and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, which are, by their very nature, no guarantees of Plateau's future operational or financial performance, and are subject to risks and uncertainties. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this release. Due to the risks and uncertainties, actual events may differ materially from current expectations. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Plateau Mineral Development, Inc.

CONTACT: Orion Financial, +800-400-1290

Unilens Vision Reports Record First Quarter Earnings and Royalty IncomeEARNINGS INCREASE 6% TO $0.11 PER SHARE

LARGO, Fla., Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Unilens Vision Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: UVICF; TSX Venture Exchange: UVI), which develops, licenses, manufactures, distributes and markets specialty contact lenses, today reported its operating results for the first quarter ended September 30, 2009 (FY2010).

Net sales excluding royalty income, were $1,683,673 in the FY2010 first quarter, 4.4% less then $1,761,526 reported in the previous year first quarter (FY2009). The decrease in sales was primarily a result of less low vision product line sales to our exclusive low vision stocking distributor, offset by a 7.3% increase in sales of our C-Vue brand disposable lenses sold exclusively to licensed eye care practitioners.

Royalty income for the FY2010 first quarter increased 7.6% to a record first quarter of $767,676 compared with $713,397 in the prior-year quarter. Sales of licensed products by our licensee Bausch & Lomb continue to increase, resulting in continued royalty income growth.

FY2010 first quarter income before taxes increased 2.9% to a record first quarter $790,730 compared with $768,259 in the prior-year quarter. After recording net income tax expense of $296,642, Unilens reported net income of $494,088, an increase of 5.9% compared to the previous year quarter , or $0.11 per diluted share. In the FY2009 first quarter, the Company reported net income of $466,367, or $0.10 per diluted share, which included income tax expense of $301,892.

"We are pleased with our first quarter results, considering the current economic environment," stated Michael J. Pecora, Chief Executive Officer of Unilens Vision Inc. "Continued growth for our C-Vue brand of lenses sold exclusively to independent practitioners, combined with a 8% growth in royalty revenue derived from Bausch & Lomb's sales of multifocal lenses that use our key technologies, was responsible for our record performance."

"I am also pleased to report that the Unilens' Board of Directors declared its regular quarterly dividend of US $0.09 per common share, payable next Friday November 27, 2009. "This decision was based on the Company's current balance sheet, and projected operating cash flows and is consistent with the Board's commitment that shareholders should share directly in the earnings achieved by management while continuing to execute our growth strategy," concluded Mr. Pecora.

About Unilens Vision Inc. - "The Independent Eye Care Professionals Contact Lens Company"

Established in 1989, Unilens Vision Inc., through its wholly owned subsidiary Unilens Corp., USA, located in Largo, Florida, develops, licenses, manufactures, distributes and markets contact lenses primarily under the C-Vue brand directly to Independent Eye Care Professionals. Additional information on the Company may be accessed on the Internet at http://www.unilens.com/. The Company's common stock is listed on the OTC Bulletin Board under the symbol "UVICF" as well as the Canadian TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol "UVI".

(Note: All financial information in this release is stated in U.S. Dollars.)

The information contained in this news release, other than historical information, consists of forward-looking statements that involve risk and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in such statements. For a discussion of certain factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements, please refer to the Company's most recent filings with the SEC and the TSX Venture Exchange. The TSX Venture Exchange has not reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

For more information, please contact: Leonard F. Barker, CFO, Unilens Vision Inc. at (727) 544-2531 UNILENS VISION INC. FIRST QUARTER - FISCAL 2010 CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL INFORMATION

(All figures in U.S. Dollars) ============================ RESULTS OF OPERATIONS =====================

Three Months Three Months Ended Ended September 30, September 30, 2009 2008

------------- ------------- Sales $1,683,673 $1,761,526 Cost of sales 961,371 935,132 ------------- ------- -------

722,302 826,394

------- ------- Expenses 703,209 771,961 -------- ------- ------- Income from operations 19,093 54,433 Other items: Royalty income 767,676 713,397 Other income 468 2,585 Remeasurement income (loss) 535 (4,427) Interest income 2,958 2,271 --------------- ----- -----

771,637 713,826

------- ------- Income before income tax

expense 790,730 768,259 ------------------------ ------- ------- Income tax expense 296,642 301,892 ------------------ ------- ------- Net income for the period $494,088 $466,367 ========================= ======== ======== Net income per common share:

Basic $0.11 $0.10 Diluted $0.11 $0.10

======= ===== ===== CASH FLOWS ---------- Provided (used) by:

Operating activities $882,127 $706,683 Investing activities (2,926) (32,600) Financing activities (409,564) (1,774,779) -------------------- -------- ---------- Increase (decrease) in cash $469,637 $(1,100,696) ====================== ======== ===========

BALANCE SHEET -------------

September 30, 2009 June 30, 2009

------------------ ------------- Cash and certificates of

deposit $2,148,798 $1,678,626 Total assets 5,787,117 5,749,661 Current liabilities 1,009,244 1,056,312 Total liabilities 1,009,244 1,056,312 Stockholders' equity $4,777,873 $4,693,349 ==================== ========== ==========

Unilens Vision Inc.

CONTACT: Leonard F. Barker, CFO of Unilens Vision Inc., +1-727-544-2531

Web Site: http://www.unilens.com/

North Central Bancshares, Inc. Declares Dividend

FORT DODGE, Iowa, Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- North Central Bancshares, Inc. (the "Company") , the holding company for First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa (the "Bank") announced today that the Company's Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.01 per share on its common stock to be paid on January 8, 2010 to shareholders of record as of December 18, 2009.

North Central Bancshares, Inc. serves north central and southeastern Iowa at 11 full service locations in Fort Dodge, Nevada, Ames, Perry, Ankeny, Clive, West Des Moines, Burlington and Mount Pleasant, Iowa through its wholly-owned subsidiary, First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, headquartered in Fort Dodge, Iowa. The Bank's deposits are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. The Company's stock is traded on The Nasdaq Global Market under the symbol "FFFD".

Statements included in this press release and in future filings by North Central Bancshares, Inc. with the Securities and Exchange Commission, in North Central Bancshares, Inc. press releases, and in oral statements made with the approval of an authorized executive officer, which are not historical or current facts, are "forward-looking statements" made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from historical earnings and those presently anticipated or projected. North Central Bancshares, Inc. wishes to caution readers not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. The following important factors, among others, in some cases have affected and in the future could affect North Central Bancshares, Inc.'s actual results, and could cause North Central Bancshares, Inc.'s actual financial performance to differ materially from that expressed in any forward-looking statement: (1) competitive pressures among depository and other financial institutions may increase significantly; (2) revenues may be lower than expected; (3) changes in the interest rate environment may reduce interest margins; (4) general economic conditions, either nationally or regionally, may be less favorable than expected, resulting in, among other things, a deterioration in credit quality and/or a reduced demand for credit; (5) legislative or regulatory changes, including changes in accounting standards, may adversely affect the business in which the Company is engaged; (6) competitors may have greater financial resources and developed products that enable such competitors to compete more successfully than the Company; and (7) adverse changes may occur in the securities markets or with respect to inflation. The foregoing list should not be construed as exhaustive, and North Central Bancshares, Inc. disclaims any obligation to subsequently revise any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of such statements, or to reflect the occurrence of anticipated or unanticipated events.

For more information contact: David M. Bradley, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer, 515-576-7531.

North Central Bancshares, Inc.

CONTACT: David M. Bradley of North Central Bancshares, Inc.,
+1-515-576-7531

Centene Corporation to Present at Bank of America Merrill Lynch Credit Conference

ST. LOUIS, Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Centene Corporation today announced that it will present at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch 2009 Credit Conference, to be held December 2-3, 2009, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Times Square in New York City.

Centene will present Wednesday, December 2nd at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. Investors and other interested parties may access a live, audio webcast of Centene's presentation at: http://www.veracast.com/webcasts/bas/credit09/id78103522.cfm.

A webcast replay can be accessed shortly after the presentation via the Company's website at http://www.centene.com/ under the Investors section.

About Centene Corporation

Centene Corporation is a leading multi-line healthcare enterprise that provides programs and related services to individuals receiving benefits under Medicaid, including the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), as well as Aged, Blind, or Disabled (ABD), Foster Care, Long-Term Care and Medicare (Special Needs Plans). The Company operates local health plans and offers a wide range of health insurance solutions to individuals and the rising number of uninsured Americans. It also contracts with other healthcare and commercial organizations to provide specialty services including behavioral health, life and health management, managed vision, telehealth services, pharmacy benefits management and medication adherence. Information regarding Centene is available via the Internet at http://www.centene.com/.

Centene Corporation

CONTACT: Edmund E. Kroll, Senior Vice President, Finance & Investor
Relations of Centene Corporation, +1-212-759-0382

Web Site: http://www.centene.com/

Jim Albaugh Welcomes South Carolina to Boeing FamilyRemarks by Boeing Commercial Airplanes President and CEO Jim Albaugh at groundbreaking for second 787 manufacturing line in North Charleston, S.C.

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C., Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- "The Boeing Company is an incredible company with a great heritage-including McDonnell Aircraft, Douglas Aircraft, Hughes Aircraft, North American Aircraft, and of course, Boeing-iconic companies all.

It's a company that changed the 20th century. In World War II, we produced airplanes vital to winning the war. We helped put a man on the moon-we built the Saturn V rocket. We built the satellites that bring you the news live. And with the 707, we brought the world into the jet age.

I want you to know the kind of company you're joining. This is a company that does the hard things. And I want to let you know that you are now part of the history of The Boeing Company.

The 787 Dreamliner will be the first new airplane of the 21st century. Some say that distinction belongs to the Airbus A380, but in my mind, that's the last airplane of the 20th century.

The 787 will revolutionize how people travel. It will be more efficient, travel longer routes, be more passenger friendly and more environmentally friendly. And South Carolina will be part of this.

I came to visit here six weeks ago because I wanted to get an impression of the work force here. My impression was that the people here are hard working, dedicated, willing to learn and anxious to be a part of aerospace history.

Some would call this a win for South Carolina-and a loss for Washington state.

But there are no winners or losers in this. Our decision to come to South Carolina will be good for our competitiveness, for our customers, and for our country. And it will create jobs in both South Carolina and Puget Sound.

Before I go further, let me say a word to the community leaders and elected officials here. You sold us on South Carolina. You helped make this possible. Gov. [Mark] Sanford, Sen. [Lindsey] Graham, Sen. [Jim] DeMint and everyone who worked so hard--thank you.

Let me take a moment to introduce your newest resident-Marco Cavazzoni, the new vice president and general manager, Final Assembly and Delivery, Charleston. He will lead the new site.

And I'd also like to reintroduce you to Tim Coyle, our vice president who oversees the current site.

Let me close by saying that today is an important day for all of us. But it is only a first step. This is the first step in delivering hundreds of jets to our customers. But more importantly, it is the first step in developing a world-class aerospace capability in South Carolina.

To our future employees-welcome to Boeing. You, along with 160,000 other Boeing employees, will continue to change the world.

I know that the senator needs no introduction, but let me tell you how I know him. He is a tireless supporter of our troops; he ensures they get the best equipment and support. He makes sure American servicemen and servicewomen have the advantage because they have the tools they need. He is a tireless supporter of U.S. industry, its manufacturing and free trade. He is a great friend of Boeing.

Senator Lindsey Graham." Contact: Yvonne Leach, Boeing Commercial Airplanes Communications, +1 206-854-5027

Candy Eslinger, Boeing Commercial Airplanes Communications, +1 843-819-1488

More information: http://www.boeing.com/commercial/787family/index.html

The Boeing Company

CONTACT: Yvonne Leach, Boeing Commercial Airplanes Communications,
+1-206-854-5027; or Candy Eslinger, Boeing Commercial Airplanes
Communications, +1-843-819-1488

Cornerstone Therapeutics Provides a Response to FDA Warning Letter on Deconsal

CARY, N.C., Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Cornerstone Therapeutics Inc. , a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on acquiring, developing and commercializing significant products primarily for the respiratory and related markets, today reported that it had received a Warning Letter from the Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") alleging that its Deconsal CT chewable tablets (Phenylephrine HCl 10 mg, Pyrilamine Maleate 16 mg) and Deconsal DM chewable tablets (Phenylephrine HCl 10 mg, Pyrilamine Maleate 16 mg, Dextromothorphan HBr 15 mg) are new drugs lacking an approved application and as such should not be introduced into interstate commerce. Cornerstone is preparing an appropriate response to the FDA.

Cornerstone has not sold any Deconsal CT products since July 2009 and has not sold any Deconsal DM products since January 2009. Net revenues from the sales of the Deconsal products in 2009 year to date are $173,498. Cornerstone does not intend to manufacture, or have manufactured, any further lots of this product.

About Cornerstone Therapeutics

Cornerstone Therapeutics Inc. (Nasdaq CM: CRTX), headquartered in Cary, N.C., is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on acquiring, developing and commercializing significant products primarily for the respiratory and related markets. The Company currently promotes multiple marketed products in the United States to respiratory-focused physicians and key retail pharmacies with its specialty sales force. The Company also has a late-stage clinical pipeline with a recent regulatory submission filing and four additional regulatory approval submissions targeted within the next three years. Key elements of the Company's strategy are to in-license or acquire rights to underpromoted, patent-protected, branded respiratory or related pharmaceutical products or late-stage product candidates; implement life cycle management strategies to maximize the potential value and competitive position of the Company's currently marketed products, newly acquired products and product candidates that are currently in development; grow product revenue through the Company's specialty sales force, which is focused on the respiratory and related markets; and maintain and strengthen the intellectual property position of the Company's currently marketed products, newly acquired products and product candidates.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. For this purpose, any statements contained herein, other than statements of historical fact, including statements regarding the progress and timing of our product development programs and related trials, our strategy and our future operations and opportunities, constitute forward-looking statements. Actual results may differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors, including the results of preclinical studies and clinical trials with respect to our products under development, our ability to satisfy FDA and other regulatory requirements and the other factors described in Item 1A (Risk Factors) of our Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the SEC) on March 26, 2009 and in our subsequent filings with the SEC. In addition, the statements in this press release reflect our expectations and beliefs as of the date of this release, should not be relied upon as representing our views as of any other date and do not reflect the potential impact of any acquisitions, mergers, dispositions, business development transactions, joint ventures or investments that we may make or enter into. We anticipate that subsequent events and developments will cause our expectations and beliefs to change. However, while we may elect to update these forward-looking statements publicly at some point in the future, we specifically disclaim any obligation to do so, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Investor Relations Contacts: FD Evan Smith/Brian Ritchie 212-850-5600 evan.smith@fd.com/brian.ritchie@fd.com

Media Relations Contact: FD Robert Stanislaro 212-850-5600 robert.stanislaro@fd.com

Cornerstone Therapeutics Inc.

CONTACT: Investor Relations Contacts: FD, Evan Smith, evan.smith@fd.com,
Brian Ritchie, brian.ritchie@fd.com, +1-212-850-5600, or Media Relations
Contact: FD, Robert Stanislaro, +1-212-850-5600, robert.stanislaro@fd.com

H1N1 Pandemic May Have Peaked in October in U.S., According to Quest DiagnosticsQuest Diagnostics Health Trends(TM) Report based on results of more than 142,000 patient specimens tested for 2009 H1N1 influenza virus since May 2009

MADISON, N.J., Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Rates of infection by the 2009 H1N1 influenza virus may have peaked in late October, but the pandemic flu virus continues to be a potential source of illness in all age groups, including the elderly, according to a new report by Quest Diagnostics Incorporated , the world's leading provider of diagnostic testing, information and services.

In its most recent Quest Diagnostics Health Trends(TM) Report "Testing for H1N1 in America," Quest Diagnostics analyzed results of more than 142,000 de-identified patient specimens tested for the 2009 H1N1 influenza virus in the U.S. between May 11, 2009, when the company introduced its first test for detecting the pandemic virus to physicians, and November 10, 2009. Quest Diagnostics is the only company in the U.S. that both performs 2009 H1N1 laboratory testing and, through its Focus Diagnostics business, provides two commercial 2009 H1N1 flu virus test kits authorized by the FDA for emergency use by complex molecular labs.

Key findings from the report: -- In the weeks following October 27, test demand for the virus has declined after several weeks of strong growth. -- About 99 percent of positive influenza A specimens tested were positive for 2009 H1N1 influenza. -- The number of specimens that tested positive for 2009 H1N1 influenza dropped in all age groups since late October, with the exception of those 65 years of age and older. In this age group, rates of positivity have tripled since late August, and are now at about 14 percent. -- Rates of positive test results for the pandemic have declined in recent weeks in most regions, with the exception of the Northeast, where rates have more than doubled during the two weeks ending November 10 compared to approximately the last two weeks of October.

"Our data provides encouraging signs that the 2009 H1N1 pandemic virus isn't spreading as aggressively now as it did in September and most of October. This decline may be due to several factors, including infection of millions of Americans with this influenza virus and the impact of H1N1 vaccinations, which may have reduced the number of people susceptible to infection, and changes in physician test-ordering practices," said Jay M. Lieberman, M.D., medical director, infectious diseases, Quest Diagnostics. "Nonetheless, our data also clearly indicates that the 2009 H1N1 virus continues to be the predominant influenza strain in the U.S. The bottom line is that the 2009 H1N1 flu pandemic in America is far from over."

To read the full report, please visit QuestDiagnostics.com/HealthTrends.

The company's 2009 H1N1 influenza virus tests employ real-time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) to qualitatively detect the 2009 H1N1 flu virus in a patient's nasal or nasopharyngeal specimens. The test targets a region of the hemagglutinin gene of the 2009 H1N1 influenza virus specifically to detect the presence of 2009 H1N1 influenza RNA, thereby differentiating it from seasonal human influenza A viruses.

Quest Diagnostics' Focus Diagnostics business has a track record of being first to market with new laboratory testing services for emerging infectious diseases. The company introduced a 2009 H1N1 flu test approximately two weeks after the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services declared a pandemic emergency in the U.S. in late April. In addition, the FDA has issued emergency use authorizations to Focus Diagnostics for 2009 H1N1 influenza virus tests that the company provides commercially as test kits to complex molecular labs. These test kits include the new Simplexa-branded test kit on the 3M Integrated Cycler from 3M. Earlier this week, the company announced that the Simplexa 2009 H1N1 influenza virus test is now available in 35 countries in Europe as well as the U.S.

For more information about Quest Diagnostics and influenza testing options, please visit http://www.questdiagnostics.com/2009H1N1 or http://www.focusdx.com/2009H1N1.

About the FDA's Emergency Use Authorization

The Focus Diagnostics' 2009 H1N1 influenza virus tests have not been FDA cleared or approved. These tests have been authorized by FDA under an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA). These H1N1 tests are only authorized for the duration of the declaration of emergency under section 564(b)(1) of the Act, 21 U.S.C. section 360bbb-3(b)(1). The declaration of emergency will expire on April 26, 2010, unless it is terminated or revoked sooner or renewed.

About Quest Diagnostics

Quest Diagnostics is the world's leading provider of diagnostic testing, information and services that patients and doctors need to make better healthcare decisions. The company offers the broadest access to diagnostic testing services through its network of laboratories and patient service centers, and provides interpretive consultation through its extensive medical and scientific staff. Quest Diagnostics is a pioneer in developing innovative diagnostic tests and advanced healthcare information technology solutions that help improve patient care. Additional company information is available at http://www.questdiagnostics.com/.

Media Contact: Wendy Bost, Media, +1-973-520-2800, or Kathleen Valentine, Investors, +1-973-520-2900, both for Quest Diagnostics Incorporated

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated

CONTACT: Wendy Bost, Media, +1-973-520-2800, or Kathleen Valentine,
Investors, +1-973-520-2900, both for Quest Diagnostics Incorporated

Web Site: http://www.questdiagnostics.com/

Brinker International Names Wyman Roberts President of Chili's Grill & Bar and On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina

DALLAS, Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Brinker International, Inc. , has named Wyman Roberts president of Chili'sÂ® Grill & Bar and On The Border Mexican Grill & CantinaÂ®. Roberts formerly served in a dual role as president of the Maggiano's Little Italy brand and Chief Marketing Officer for Brinker.

"Four years of brand leadership experience at Maggiano's coupled with recent culinary and marketing oversight of the Chili's and On The Border teams have fully prepared Wyman to take over this role," said Doug Brooks, CEO and president of Brinker International.

Prior to joining Brinker International in 2005, Roberts served as executive vice president and Chief Marketing Officer for NBC's Universal Parks & Resorts, where he assisted in significant market share growth and a measurable increase in internet sales. Roberts is also a 17-year veteran of Darden Restaurants, Inc., where he held numerous senior level positions, including executive vice president of marketing for the Red Lobster brand.

Steve Provost has been named Roberts' successor as president of Maggiano's Little Italy. Previously, Provost served as senior vice president of marketing and brand strategy for Maggiano's. Provost has almost two decades of restaurant and foodservice industry experience, including leadership roles in the fields of operations, franchising, marketing and innovation. He came to Brinker from Quizno's Subs and Sandwiches, where he served as Chief Marketing Officer and executive vice president.

Effective immediately, Todd Diener has stepped down as president of Chili's Grill & Bar and On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina.

"Todd was a big part of Chili's history and Brinker's growth and we will miss him as both a leader and a friend," said Brooks.

Brinker International, Inc. , is one of the world's leading casual dining restaurant companies, serving more than 1 million guests daily. Founded in 1975 and based in Dallas, Texas, Brinker owns or franchises nearly 1,700 restaurants in 29 countries and two territories, and employs more than 125,000. Brinker restaurant brands include Chili'sÂ® Grill & Bar, On The Border Mexican Grill & CantinaÂ® and Maggiano's Little ItalyÂ®. Brinker also holds a minority investment in Romano's Macaroni GrillÂ®. The company was named one of FORTUNE Magazine's Most Admired Food Service Companies in 2009 and was honored by the magazine as one of the Top 50 Employers for Minorities and the Top 50 Employers for Women. For more information, visit http://www.brinker.com/.

Brinker International, Inc.

CONTACT: Media Relations, 1-800-775-7290, for Brinker International,
Inc.

Web Site: http://www.brinker.com/

TRW Completes $259 Million 3.50% Exchangeable Senior Notes Offering Including Full Exercise of Underwriters' Over-Allotment Option

LIVONIA, Mich., Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. (the "Company") today announced its wholly-owned subsidiary, TRW Automotive Inc. ("TAI"), has completed its previously announced private offering of 3.50% exchangeable senior notes due 2015 (the "Notes"). The Company also announced that the underwriters fully exercised their option to purchase additional notes to cover over-allotments, resulting in a total sale of $259 million in aggregate principal amount of Notes.

The Company estimates that the net proceeds from this offering will be approximately $251 million after deducting initial purchasers' discounts and estimated offering expenses. TAI intends to use approximately $112 million of the net proceeds from the offering to repay borrowings under its existing term loan facilities and to use the remaining net proceeds for general corporate purposes, which may include additional repayment of debt.

The Notes were offered only to qualified institutional buyers pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"). The Notes, the Company's guarantee and the shares of the Company's common stock issuable upon exchange of the Notes have not been, and will not be offered or sold in the United States or to any U.S. person absent registration under the Securities Act or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements of the Securities Act.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities nor shall there be any sale of any securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction.

About TRW

With 2008 sales of $15.0 billion, TRW Automotive ranks among the world's leading automotive suppliers. Headquartered in Livonia, Michigan, USA, the Company, through its subsidiaries, operates in 26 countries and employs approximately 64,000 people worldwide. TRW Automotive products include integrated vehicle control and driver assist systems, braking systems, steering systems, suspension systems, occupant safety systems (seat belts and airbags), electronics, engine components, fastening systems and aftermarket replacement parts and services.

Forward-Looking Statements

This release contains statements that are not statements of historical fact, but instead are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. We caution readers not to place undue reliance on these statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. All forward-looking statements are subject to numerous assumptions, risks and uncertainties which can cause our actual results to differ materially from those suggested by the forward-looking statements, including those set forth in our Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2008 (our "Form 10-K"), and in our Reports on Form 10-Q for the quarters ended April 3, July 3 and October 2, 2009, such as: any prolonged contraction in automotive sales and production adversely affecting our results, liquidity or the viability of our supply base; the financial condition of OEMs, particularly the Detroit Three, adversely affecting us or the viability of our supply base; disruptions in the financial markets adversely impacting the availability and cost of credit negatively affecting our business; our substantial debt and resulting vulnerability to economic or industry downturns and to rising interest rates; escalating pricing pressures from our customers; commodity inflationary pressures adversely affecting our profitability and supply base; our dependence on our largest customers; any impairment of a significant amount of our goodwill or other intangible assets; costs of product liability, warranty and recall claims and efforts by customers to adversely alter contract terms and conditions concerning warranty and recall participation; strengthening of the U.S. dollar and other foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations impacting our results; any increase in the expense and funding requirements of our pension and other postretirement benefits; risks associated with non-U.S. operations, including foreign exchange risks and economic uncertainty in some regions; work stoppages or other labor issues at our facilities or at the facilities of our customers or suppliers; volatility in our annual effective tax rate resulting from a change in earnings mix or other factors; costs or liabilities relating to environmental, health and safety regulations; assertions by or against us relating to intellectual property rights; the possibility that our largest stockholder's interests will conflict with our or our other stockholders' interests; and other risks and uncertainties set forth in our Form 10-K and in our other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. We do not undertake any obligation to release publicly any update or revision to any of the forward-looking statements.

TRW Automotive Holdings Corp.

CONTACT: Investor Relations, Mark Oswald, +1-734-855-3140, or Media,
John Wilkerson, +1-734-855-3864, both of TRW Automotive Holdings Corp.

Web Site: http://www.trwauto.com/

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Lockheed Martin Super Hercules Deliveries Strengthen USAF and USMC Fleets

MARIETTA, Ga., Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Demonstrating the increase in the C-130J build and delivery rate, Lockheed Martin simultaneously delivered two C-130Js on Nov. 19 to two different customers - a C-130J to the U.S. Air Forces in Europe and a KC-130J to the U.S. Marine Corps.

The USAFE C-130J was accepted by Brig. Gen. Mark C. "Marshal" Dillon, commander of the 86th Airlift Wing, Ramstein Air Base, and commander, Kaiserslautern Military Community, Germany. The KC-130J Tanker was accepted by a Marine Corps flight crew and will be based at VMGR-152, Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan.

"Adding another C-130J is not a linear addition; it's geometric in terms of the capability of the airplane," Dillon said. "One plus one doesn't always equal two, sometimes it equals three or four because of the great capability of the C-130J. After spending the last two weeks at Little Rock Air Force Base and seeing the tremendous capability of the C-130J, it's just going to add capability to Ramstein, Europe and that part of the world - which our country needs and our European partners need."

"Delivery of two aircraft to two customers in one day is a clear indication of the accelerating pace of the C-130J program," said Ross Reynolds, Lockheed Martin vice-president, C-130 programs. "The worldwide demand for this proven airlifter continues to grow and we are steadily increasing production to meet the demand."

The Ramstein delivery represents the eighth C-130J for the base, which will receive 10 C-130Js by the end of 2009. Four more will be delivered in 2010. The KC-130J is the 36th of 46 aircraft on order to be delivered to the USMC.

Headquartered in Bethesda, Md., Lockheed Martin is a global security company that employs about 140,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services. The corporation reported 2008 sales of $42.7 billion.

For additional information, visit our Web site:

http://www.lockheedmartin.com/

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company

CONTACT: Peter Simmons, +1-770-494-6208, cell, +1-678-662-4747,
peter.e.simmons@lmco.com, or Sam Grizzle, +1-703-413-5775, cell,
+1-678-662-9162, sam.c.grizzle@lmco.com, both of Lockheed Martin Aeronautics
Company

Web Site: http://www.lockheedmartin.com/
http://www.lockheedmartin.com/aeronautics

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Most Reliable Wireless Network Just Got Better for Customers in Monroe County, MichiganIntegration of Verizon Wireless' and Alltel's Networks Delivers Increased Wireless Voice and Data Coverage in Monroe County

MONROE, Mich., Nov. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless today announced it has completed the integration of its network with that of Alltel across Monroe County to provide customers with clearer reception, fewer dropped calls and more coverage, including stronger in-building coverage.

Verizon Wireless' voice and high-speed 3G data network combined with that of Alltel creates the largest wireless network footprint in the United States. The integration in Monroe County enables more customers to use their wireless phones concurrently to make calls; send and receive email and text, picture and video messages; access the Internet; view high-quality videos; and download music, games and ringtones.

"The addition of Alltel's network to the Verizon Wireless network provides our customers with unmatched coverage across Monroe County," said Greg Haller, president-Michigan/Indiana/Kentucky Region, Verizon Wireless. "Now our high-speed 3G broadband wireless network is the largest and most reliable in the United States, and network reliability is the No. 1 reason customers choose and stay with Verizon Wireless. We are committed to continuing to perfect our network so that our customers in Michigan know they can depend on us every time they use their wireless devices."

Verizon Wireless has been preparing to integrate Alltel's network since completing its purchase of the company 10 months ago. Alltel's 3G data network has been upgraded to the latest revision of wireless broadband technology to enable faster delivery of data applications, including email and browsing the Internet.

Verizon Wireless invests more in its network than any other wireless service provider in the United States. The company has spent more than $50 billion since it was formed-$5.5 billion on average every year-to increase the coverage and capacity of its premier nationwide network and to add new services. Since the company was formed in 2000, Verizon Wireless has invested more than $1.3 billion on improvements to its wireless network in Michigan. The company was the first wireless service provider to roll out its third generation, high-speed wireless network in Michigan in 2005.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable and largest wireless voice and 3G data network, serving 89 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 85,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications and Vodafone (Nasdaq and LSE: VOD). For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Michelle Gilbert, Verizon Wireless, +1-248-915-3680,
michelle.gilbert@verizonwireless.com; or Alan Upchurch, For Verizon Wireless,
+1-248-855-6777, aupchurch@marxlayne.com

Web Site: http://www.verizonwireless.com/

United Security Bancshares, Inc. Declares Cash Dividend

THOMASVILLE, Ala., Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- United Security Bancshares, Inc. announced today that the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.11 per share. The dividend is payable on January 4, 2010, to shareholders of record on December 11, 2009.

"Our Board of Directors approved a cash dividend payment of $0.11 per share as part of our program to return a portion of our earnings to shareholders," stated R. Terry Phillips, President and Chief Executive Officer of United Security Bancshares, Inc. "We continue to balance our desire of maintaining our strong capital position during this weak economic environment with building long-term value for United Security shareholders. We will evaluate our dividend program on an ongoing basis so it is consistent with protecting our capital base and our expectations for United Security's earnings and changes in the economy."

About United Security Bancshares, Inc.

United Security Bancshares, Inc. is a bank holding company that operates nineteen banking offices in Alabama, through First United Security Bank. In addition, the Company's operations include Acceptance Loan Company, Inc., a consumer loan company, and FUSB Reinsurance, Inc., an underwriter of credit life and credit accident and health insurance policies sold to the bank's and ALC's consumer loan customers. The Company's stock is traded on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol "USBI."

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements as defined by federal securities laws. Statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. These statements may address issues that involve significant risks, uncertainties, estimates and assumptions made by management. USBI undertakes no obligation to update these statements following the date of this press release, except as required by law. In addition, USBI, through its senior management, may make from time to time forward-looking public statements concerning the matters described herein. Such forward-looking statements are necessarily estimates reflecting the best judgment of USBI's senior management based upon current information and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Certain factors that could affect the accuracy of such forward-looking statements are identified in the public filings made by USBI with the Securities and Exchange Commission, and forward-looking statements contained in this press release or in other public statements of USBI or its senior management should be considered in light of those factors. There can be no assurance that such factors or other factors will not affect the accuracy of such forward-looking statements.

United Security Bancshares, Inc.

CONTACT: Robert Steen, United Security Bancshares, Inc.,
+1-334-636-5424

Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max Tires Selected for 2010 Toyota Prius

AKRON, Ohio, Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The 2010 Toyota Prius, with its excellent fuel economy and low emissions, now comes standard with Goodyear's new fuel-efficient tire, Assurance Fuel Max.

(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOGO)

The fitment for the popular Prius will be Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max tires in size P195/65R15. The 2010 Toyota Prius is recognized as one of the top fuel-saving automobiles available in North America.

The Assurance Fuel Max features a fuel-saving tread compound that helps reduce energy loss as the tire rolls. In addition, Wet and Dry Tread Zones enhance all-season traction. The Wet Tread Zone features dual Aquachannel grooves to help evacuate water away from the treadface when driving on wet roads. The Dry Tread Zone helps enhance handling and grip for confident maneuvering on dry pavement.

Assurance Fuel Max also is available as a replacement tire choice for many popular vehicles.

The selection of the new Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max as a standard tire for the 2010 Toyota Prius follows earlier announcements of the tire also being chosen for the 2010 Ford Fusion S and the exclusive fitment for the 2011 Chevrolet Volt.

Goodyear tires are original equipment on many vehicles from Acura, Audi, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Dodge, Ford, GMC, Hummer, Infiniti, Isuzu, Jeep, Land Rover, Lexus, Mazda, Mercury, Nissan and Toyota. Traditionally, more new vehicles in North America are equipped with Goodyear tires than any other brand.

For more information about Goodyear's broad selection of tires for cars, light trucks, SUVs, and more, visit http://www.goodyeartires.com/.

Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOGO The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company

CONTACT: Jim Davis, +1-330-796-4114

Web Site: http://www.goodyeartires.com/

Ketchum D.C. Announces Digital Strategy and Consumer Health Client Service Senior Hires

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- Ketchum, a leading public relations agency, announced today that Tim Weinheimer, former vice president and managing director at Brunner Digital, and Rebecca McCuiston, former senior vice president, consumer marketing, at Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide, have joined the Washington, D.C., office. As vice president and digital strategist, Weinheimer will support digital and social media efforts across the agency, and as vice president and group manager, McCuiston will bring her consumer and brand marketing expertise to clients and Ketchum Well-Connected, a brand-building specialty that combines consumer marketing practices with health and wellness insights.

"Tim brings invaluable experience to Ketchum Digital and will deliver impactful programs that change consumer perceptions for clients in the consumer health, public affairs and social media practices in Washington," said Leslie Schrader, senior vice president and director of consumer health and wellness at Ketchum's Washington office. "Tim's digital media role further aligns Ketchum D.C. with the agency's continually expanding global digital strategy capabilities."

Weinheimer will work closely with Ketchum Digital Global Director Jonathan Kopp to provide clients with consistently innovative work in the digital and social media space. His appointment is the latest in a series of key digital leadership appointments around the world for Ketchum. In addition to Kopp, who is based in New York, Tom Barritt was appointed director of online relationships and reputation for the Global Food & Nutrition Practice, and Fernando Rizo was named head of digital media, Ketchum Pleon London.

"Tim brings an impressive record in digital development and leadership -- building communication programs that blend offline ideas, strategies and business objectives into online conversations," said Kopp. "His proven ability to listen to online communities and earn engagement makes Tim a valuable part of Ketchum Digital. We're thrilled to welcome him."

Weinheimer brings 18 years of global brand development and digital marketing expertise to the agency. His client portfolio includes AT&T Wireless, IBM, Verizon, Moen and MetroPCS. Before serving as vice president and managing director of Brunner Digital, Weinheimer worked for the Richards Group, Ogilvy & Mather and McCann-Erickson in account management and planning. In addition to supporting the Washington office, Weinheimer will be an integral member of Ketchum Digital's overall leadership team. Weinheimer earned a B.A. from Texas Tech University.

"We are equally thrilled to have Rebecca joining our consumer health team, as she has a proven track record of delivering exceptional strategic counsel and creativity to any client business she represents," said Schrader. "We know she will bring this same passion and help us continue to thrill clients with award-winning programs that drive results."

A multiple award winner, McCuiston worked on several top consumer brands, including Slim Fast, Bertolli and K-Y Brand. Prior to joining Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide, McCuiston was an account supervisor at Trone Advertising & Public Relations, where she spearheaded the Michelin, Boehringer-Ingelheim, Healthtex and Jacobsen businesses, among others. McCuiston received her B.A. from Elon College.

About Ketchum

A communications innovator, Ketchum ranks among the largest global communications consultancies and leads the industry in the U.K. and continental Europe as Ketchum Pleon. With five global practices - Brand Marketing, Corporate, Healthcare, Food and Nutrition, and Technology - and specialty capabilities that include Access Communications (high- and consumer-tech PR), Concentric Communications (experiential marketing, events and meetings), MMG (clinical trial recruitment), Ketchum Global Research Network, Ketchum Sports and Entertainment, and Stromberg Consulting (change management and workplace communications), Ketchum leverages its marketing and corporate communication expertise to build brands and reputations for clients. In 2009, Advertising Age named Ketchum to its annual "Ones to Watch" Agency A-List, noting the agency's long-standing client partnerships, digital and disruptive media expertise, and CSR and sustainability programming. For more information on Ketchum, a unit of Omnicom Group Inc. , visit http://www.ketchum.com/.

Ketchum

CONTACT: Robyn Massey, +44-(0)20-7611-3658, robyn.massey@ketchum.com, or
Alicia Stetzer, +1-646-935-3910, alicia.stetzer@ketchum.com, both of Ketchum

Web Site: http://www.ketchum.com/

LD MICRO to Host 2nd Annual Growth ConferenceSponsored by Merriman Curhan Ford

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- LD MICRO today announced its 2nd Annual Growth Conference will be held on December 2nd and 3rd at the Luxe Sunset Bel Air in Los Angeles. Nearly 80 differentiated, micro-cap companies from various growth industries are scheduled to present to hundreds of institutional investors over the two-day event. Merriman Curhan Ford , an investment bank focused on fast-growing companies, is proud to serve as the event's primary sponsor.

Chris Lahiji, President of LD MICRO, stated, "The number of attendees and firms presenting at our 2nd Annual Growth Conference is expected to rise dramatically. Investors want to see a large group of high-quality names that receive little to no coverage in the investment community. LD and our main event sponsor, Merriman Curhan Ford, share a common purpose: to help investors find opportunities in today's emerging-growth companies, which we believe are the market leaders of tomorrow. LD remains true to its fundamental goal to find, research, and invest in companies that have great potential."

About LD MICRO

LD MICRO is a by-invitation only newsletter firm that focuses on finding undervalued companies in the micro-cap space and providing research for its clients. Since 2002, the firm has published an annual list of recommended stocks as well as comprehensive reports on select names throughout the year. It is a non-registered investment advisor.

About Merriman Curhan Ford

Merriman Curhan Ford is a financial services firm focused on fast-growing companies and the institutions that invest in them. The company offers high-quality investment banking, equity research, institutional services and corporate & venture services, and specializes in five growth industry sectors: CleanTech, Consumer, Media & Internet, Health Care, Natural Resources and Technology. For more information, please go to http://www.mcfco.com/.

At the Company:

Chris Lahiji President of LD MICRO 408-457-1042 Chris@ldmicro.com

LD MICRO

CONTACT: Chris Lahiji, President of LD MICRO, +1-408-457-1042,
Chris@ldmicro.com

Web Site: http://www.mcfco.com/

California American Water Teams With Senator Abel Maldonado for 'Operation Gobble'400 Thanksgiving turkeys donated to Monterey County's food-insecure population

PACIFIC GROVE, Calif., Nov. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- California State Senator Abel Maldonado and California American Water will distribute 400 turkeys to the Monterey County Food Bank, Salvation Army and Boys and Girls Club of Monterey County on Tuesday, November 24, as part of the 19th annual "Operation Gobble" program.

Operation Gobble is a joint philanthropic venture between California water companies and local state legislators that is set to deliver an estimated 30,000 turkeys to at-risk families throughout the state this Thanksgiving holiday.

Since 1990, the program has paired the resources of the private and public sectors to benefit those in need. Participating investor-owned water companies, such as California American Water, provide turkeys and delivery services in partnership with local elected officials who offer expertise in directing the donations to community food banks, churches and other non-profit organizations.

"This program raises awareness of the issue of hunger in California while helping those who need it most," said Senator Maldonado. "This year more than ever, it is important we all help to ensure every Californian can be glad in this season of Thanksgiving."

According to the latest study of the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research on hunger, 2.9 million Californians lack sufficient resources to feed themselves on a regular basis. Many of these residents are low income families that will not be able to afford a Thanksgiving meal.

California American Water, a wholly owned subsidiary of American Water , provides high-quality and reliable water and/or wastewater services to more than 600,000 people.

Founded in 1886, American Water is the largest investor-owned U.S. water and wastewater utility company. With headquarters in Voorhees, N.J., the company employs more than 7,000 dedicated professionals who provide drinking water, wastewater and other related services to approximately 15 million people in 32 states and Ontario, Canada. More information can be found by visiting http://www.amwater.com/

California American Water

CONTACT: Catherine Bowie of American Water, +1-831-646-3208,
catherine.bowie@amwater.com

Web Site: http://www.amwater.com/

GLOBAL Defense Technology to Ring Closing Bell at NASDAQ on Monday, November 23, 2009

MCLEAN, Va., Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- GLOBAL Defense Technology & Systems, Inc., (GLOBAL Defense Technology, Nasdaq: GTEC), will mark the company's initial public offering by ringing the closing bell at the Nasdaq Global Market (NASDAQ) on Monday, November 23, 2009 at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.

Effective, November 20, shares of GLOBAL Defense Technology's common stock were traded on the Nasdaq Global Market under the ticker symbol "GTEC." Senior executives from GLOBAL Defense Technology and members of its Board of Directors will honor the occasion by participating in the November 23 closing bell ceremony at the NASDAQ MarketSite in New York City. The live ceremony can be viewed at http://www.nasdaq.com/about/marketsitetowervideo.asx. Archived footage of the event will be available at http://www.nasdaq.com/marketsite/marketsite_events.stm.

About Global Defense Technology & Systems, Inc.

Global Defense Technology & Systems, Inc. provides mission-critical technology-based systems, solutions, and services for national security agencies and programs of the U.S. government. Our services and solutions are integral parts of mission-critical programs run by the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, Department of Homeland Security, federal law enforcement agencies, and other parts of the federal government charged with national security responsibilities. Learn more about GLOBAL Defense Technology at http://www.globalgroup.us.com/ .

"Safe Harbor" Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: Statements in this announcement other than historical data and information constitute forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause our actual results, performance, achievements or industry results to be very different from the results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Some of these factors include, but are not limited to, the risk factors set forth in GLOBAL Defense Technology's final prospectus relating to the offering, and such other filings that GLOBAL Defense Technology makes with the SEC from time to time. Due to such uncertainties and risks, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof.

Media Contact: Lauren Peduzzi

t: +1.703.738.2861

e: media@globalgroup.us.com

Global Defense Technology & Systems, Inc.

CONTACT: Lauren Peduzzi of Global Defense Technology & Systems, Inc.,
+1-703-738-2861, media@globalgroup.us.com

Web Site: http://www.globalgroup.us.com/

Landauer, Inc. Sets Date and Time for Announcement of Fiscal Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2009 Results

GLENWOOD, Ill., Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Landauer, Inc. , will release financial results for the fiscal fourth quarter and full year of 2009 pre-market on Tuesday, December 1, 2009.

The company will host a conference call for investors on Tuesday, December 1, 2009, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Investors may access the live call by dialing 877-941-9205 (within the United States and Canada), or 480-629-9835 (international callers), or by visiting the "Investors" page on the company's website at http://www.landauerinc.com/. Please log on to the website at least 15 minutes early to register, download and install any necessary audio software.

Investors may access a replay of the call by dialing 800-406-7325 (within the United States and Canada), or 303-590-3030 (international callers), passcode 4186707#, which will be available through Friday, January 3, 2010. The replay will also be available on Landauer's website for 90 days following the call.

About Landauer

Landauer is the world's leading provider of technical and analytical services to determine occupational and environmental radiation exposure. For more than 50 years, the Company has provided complete radiation dosimetry services to hospitals, medical and dental offices, universities, national laboratories, nuclear facilities and other industries in which radiation poses a potential threat to employees. Landauer's services include the manufacture of various types of radiation detection monitors, the distribution and collection of the monitors to and from clients, and the analysis and reporting of exposure findings. The Company provides its services to approximately 1.6 million people in the United States, Japan, France, the United Kingdom, Brazil, Canada, China, Australia, Mexico and other countries.

For the latest news releases and other corporate documents on Landauer Inc., visit http://www.landauerinc.com/

Landauer, Inc.

CONTACT: Jonathon Singer, Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
of Landauer, Inc., +1-708-441-8311

Web Site: http://www.landauerinc.com/

Succès de l'augmentation de capital ADOMOS lève 1 691 064 EUR

PARIS, November 20 /PRNewswire/ -- ADOMOS (Alternext - ALADO), annonce aujourd'hui que l'augmentation de capital avec maintien du droit préférentiel des actionnaires lancée le 20 octobre 2009 a été souscrite à hauteur de 100 %.

La société a réussi à mobiliser l'intérÃªt des actionnaires existant et de nouveaux investisseurs à hauteur de 1 691 064 EUR. Le montant levé permet au groupe de renforcer sa structure financière et d'accélérer son développement pour atteindre son objectif de 1 000 ventes en 2010-2011.

Le montant total de l'émission des Actions Nouvelles, prime d'émission incluse, s'élève à 1 691 064 euros (dont 676 426 euros de nominal et 1 014 638 euros de prime d'émission), correspondant à l'émission de 1 691 064 Actions Nouvelles émises au prix unitaire de 1 euro.

Les souscriptions se sont réparties de la façon suivante :

- 781 330 Actions Nouvelles à titre irréductible, - 909 734 Actions Nouvelles à titre libre, servie selon la répartition décidée par le Directoire d'ADOMOS.

Le règlement-livraison des Actions Nouvelles est intervenu le 20 novembre 2009.

A l'issue de cette opération, le capital d'ADOMOS sera composé de 12 582 986 actions.

Les actions nouvelles seront cotées le 25 novembre 2009 sur le marché Alternext Paris de NYSE EURONEXT, sous le code ISIN FR 0000044752 et sous le code mnémonique ALADO et seront entièrement assimilées aux actions anciennes dès leur admission.

Suite à la réalisation de cette augmentation de capital avec maintien du droit préférentiel de souscription des actionnaires, la parités de conversion des obligations convertibles émises en juillet 2007, ainsi que les parités d'exercice des bons de souscription d'actions émis au profit des agents commerciaux et des bons de souscription de parts de créateur d'entreprises seront ajustés par le Directoire d'ADOMOS.

ADOMOS remercie ses actionnaires et nouveaux investisseurs de leur confiance.

La société ADOMOS est conseillée, dans le cadre de cette opération, par le cabinet FONTAINE MITRANI pour les aspects juridiques et accompagnée par Amilton en tant que Listing Sponsor.

Adomos (ALADO, code 44752), est le leader français de la distribution par Internet d'immobilier d'investissement locatif à destination du particulier. http://www.adomos.com/infofi

Contact :

Fabrice Rosset, +33-(0)1-58-36-45-00, fabrice.rosset@adomos.com

Catherine Kablé, +33-(0)1-44-50-54-75, catherine.kable@kable-cf.com

Adomos S A

Contact : Fabrice Rosset, +33-(0)1-58-36-45-00, fabrice.rosset@adomos.com. Catherine Kablé, +33-(0)1-44-50-54-75, catherine.kable@kable-cf.com

DKNY JEANS Launches Exclusive Collection With HSN for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital's Thanks and Giving(R) Campaign

NEW YORK, Nov. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, iconic denim brand DKNY JEANS and multi-channel retailer HSN announce the launch of a capsule gift giving collection offered exclusively on HSN and HSN.com for the holiday season. This collection is inspired by and designed for St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital's Thanks and GivingÂ® Program, a holiday fundraising and awareness program which encourages consumers to "give thanks for the healthy kids in your lives and to give to those who are not." Funds raised from the Thanks and GivingÂ® program benefit St. Jude Children's Research HospitalÂ®, one of the world's premier centers for the research and treatment of pediatric cancer and other catastrophic childhood diseases.

This special capsule includes statement tees and scarves, sweaters, jeans, and track suits in an array of colors. This collection features brand sensibilities of both DKNY JEANS and St. Jude's by fusing iconic elements of New York and key St. Jude heritage words, HOPE, BELIEVE and DREAM. Price points for the line range between $29 and $79, making each piece an affordable and thoughtful gift for the holiday season. This capsule also marks the first DKNY JEANS product available in woman's sizes, with ranges from XS to 3X and size 2 to 24W.

"We are thrilled that DKNY JEANS in partnership with HSN is providing support to our annual Thanks and GivingÂ® campaign," said Marlo Thomas, National Outreach Director. Their dedication to the campaign will make an enormous difference in the lives of so many children and their families in communities across the country. Partners like HSN and DKNY JEANS will enable us to carry on our mission that no child should die in the dawn of life."

Mark Weber, Chairman and CEO of Donna Karan International says, "DKNY JEANS has been a long term supporter of the St Jude mission. Marlo Thomas' effort to bring contributors to a higher level of involvement is wonderful and we are pleased to make that commitment. For this purpose we are happy to partner with HSN in order to raise funds and awareness to help the children and families of this extraordinary hospital."

"HSN is pleased to continue our annual tradition of supporting St. Jude through the Thanks and GivingÂ® campaign," stated Mindy Grossman, CEO of HSN, Inc. "St. Jude does great work and has become one of the highlights of the holiday season at HSN - for our customers and our employees. This year, we are excited to include DKNY JEANS in the campaign which will help even more children get the care they need."

You can find additional information and links to product shots here HSN.com About St. Jude:

St. Jude Children's Research HospitalÂ® is the nation's leading pediatric research and treatment center devoted solely to children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases and the only pediatric cancer research center that covers all of the costs for treatment, travel, food, and lodging for a patient and a family member. Children come to St. Jude Children's Research HospitalÂ® from across the country and around the world, and no child is ever turned away because of family's inability to pay. Since its inception, St. Jude has developed protocols that have helped push survival rates for childhood cancers from less than 20 percent to more than 80 percent overall. When St. Jude opened in 1962, the survival rate for acute lyphoblastic leukemia (ALL), the most common form of childhood cancer, was 4 percent. Today, the survival rate is 94 percent thanks to the research and treatment protocols developed at St. Jude. Research findings at St. Jude are freely shared with doctors and scientists all over the world, and the work being done at St. Jude impacts the lives of children in communities everywhere.

About DKNY JEANS:

DKNY JEANS is a lifestyle denim brand which is owned and distributed through a license agreement with Liz Claiborne, LLC. DKNY JEANS designs and markets collections for men's, women's and juniors apparel and is available in the US, Canada and South America via wholesale channels.

About HSN:

HSN is an interactive lifestyle network and retail destination, offering a curated assortment of exclusive products combined with top brand names. HSN incorporates experts, entertainment, inspiration, solutions, tips and ideas to provide an entirely unique shopping experience for its customers. On HSN and HSN.com, customers will find exceptional selections in Health & Beauty (e.g. M. Asam, Carol's Daughter, Coty, FranBrand, FusionBeauty, Andrew Lessman's Procaps, Lancome, Perlier, Serious Skin Care, ybf Cosmetics); Jewelry (e.g. Paula Abdul, Heidi Daus, R.J. Graziano, IMAN Global Chic, michaeLisa, Noir, Amedeo Scognamiglio, Tori Spelling, Serena Williams); Home/Lifestyle (e.g. Nate Berkus, Bissell, Colin Cowie, Dyson, Todd English, GreenPan with Thermolon, Emeril Lagasse, Joy Mangano, MoMA Design Store, Wolfgang Puck); Fashion/Accessories (e.g. American Glamour Badgley Mischka, Curations with Stefani Greenfield, Sam Edelman, Loulou de la Falaise, Carlos Falchi, Diane Gilman, Naeem Khan, Tina Knowles, Adrienne Landau, Sharif); and Electronics (e.g. Canon, Gateway, GE, HP, JVC, Kodak, LG, Sony).

HSN is available across all media including its TV network and hsn.com, which ranks in the top 30 of the top 500 internet retailers. HSN, the original shopping network, is an operating segment of HSN, Inc. .

DKNY JEANS

CONTACT: DKNY JEANS, Kristin Kavanagh Shane, +1-212-626-3902,
Kristin_kavanagh@liz.com; or St Jude, Jennifer Haslip, +1-901-578-2021,
Jennifer.haslip@stjude.org; or HSN, Lisa Zupko, +1-727-872-5718,
Lisa.Zupko@HSN.net

BET.com Web Series 'BUPPIES' to Premiere Tuesday November 24thThe First Two Episodes Now Available For Review

NEW YORK, Nov. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- BET.com will launch its first and much anticipated web series, BUPPIES, on Tuesday November 24th. Against the glitzy backdrop of Black Hollywood, this dynamic 10-episode series follows the ups and downs of a closely knit group, and stars actress Tatyana Ali.

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Episode one finds Quinci, the socialite daughter of a Hollywood celebrity, trying to recover from the loss of her father and being dumped by her basketball star fiance. In what ends up as a misguided attempt to cheer her up, Quinci's friends throw her a big birthday celebration that unfolds into a compelling series of personal dramas and deep secrets that create the heart of this fascinating series.

To review the first two episodes, please visit http://www.vimeo.com/7712736. Note that this is a password protected site, and you will need to enter "digitalpress" to view the clips.

About BET Networks

BET Networks, a division of Viacom Inc. , is the nation's leading provider of quality entertainment, music, news and public affairs television programming for the African-American audience. The primary BET channel reaches more than 98 million households and can be seen in the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, the United Kingdom and sub-Saharan Africa. BET is the dominant African-American consumer brand with a diverse group of business extensions: BET.com, a leading Internet destination for Black entertainment, music, culture, and news; CENTRIC, a 24-hour entertainment network targeting the 25- to 54-year-old African-American audience; BET Digital Networks - BET Gospel and BET Hip Hop, attractive alternatives for cutting-edge entertainment tastes; BET Home Entertainment, a collection of BET-branded offerings for the home environment including DVDs and video-on-demand; BET Event Productions, a full-scale event management and production company with festivals and live events spanning the globe; BET Mobile, which provides ringtones, games and video content for wireless devices; and BET International, which operates BET in the United Kingdom and oversees the extension of BET network programming for global distribution.

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PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com BET Networks

CONTACT: Tracy McGraw, +1-212-205-3013, Tracy.McGraw@bet.net, or
Voncella McIntosh, +1-310-481-3732, Voncella.Mcintosh@bet.net, both of BET
Networks

Web Site: http://www.bet.com/

Vail Resorts Announces Fiscal 2010 First Quarter Earnings Release Date

BROOMFIELD, Colo., Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Vail Resorts, Inc. announced today it will release the Company's financial results for its fiscal 2010 first quarter ended October 31, 2009, prior to market open on Tuesday, December 8, 2009, followed by a conference call at 11:00am ET.

Participants may listen to a simultaneous webcast of the conference call by logging on to the Company website http://www.vailresorts.com/ and selecting the Investor Relations section or by dialing 480-629-9772.

In addition, a replay of the call will be available two hours following the conclusion of the conference call through Tuesday, December 15, 2009, at midnight. The replay may be accessed by dialing 303-590-3030. The replay access code is 4186856. The call will also be archived at http://www.vailresorts.com/.

Vail Resorts, Inc., through its subsidiaries, is the leading mountain resort operator in the United States. The Company's subsidiaries operate the mountain resort properties of Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge and Keystone mountain resorts in Colorado, the Heavenly Ski Resort in the Lake Tahoe area of California and Nevada, and the Grand Teton Lodge Company in Jackson Hole, Wyo. The Company's subsidiary, RockResorts, a luxury resort hotel company, manages casually elegant properties across the United States and the Caribbean. Vail Resorts Development Company is the real estate planning, development and construction subsidiary of Vail Resorts, Inc. Vail Resorts is a publicly held company traded on the New York Stock Exchange . The Vail Resorts company website is http://www.vailresorts.com/ and consumer website is http://www.snow.com/.

Vail Resorts, Inc.

CONTACT: Investor Relations, Michelle Lang, +1-303-404-1819,
mlang@vailresorts.com, or Media, Kelly Ladyga, +1-303-404-1862,
kladyga@vailresorts.com, both of Vail Resorts, Inc.

Web Site: http://www.vailresorts.com/
http://www.snow.com/

Fifth Third Mortgage Company Helping More Homebuyers With Tax Credit ExtensionGovernment's new homebuyer tax credit extended, expanded to include tax credit for repeat home owners

CINCINNATI, Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The federal government's recent extension and expansion of tax credits for homebuyers has added more incentive for those looking to buy a home.

Fifth Third Mortgage Company, a subsidiary of Fifth Third Bank and the 18th largest provider of mortgage financing in the country (Inside Mortgage Finance, second quarter 2009) is reaching out to those interested in participating in this buyer's market.

"The extension of the first-time homebuyer tax credit and the newly-developed tax credit for current homeowners makes this current housing market very hard not to jump into," said Bob Lewis, president of Fifth Third Mortgage Company. "These tax credits offer a boost for those with the dream of homeownership."

Under the new deadline extension of the government's American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, both first time and repeat homebuyers must enter a binding contract by April 30, 2010 and close by June 30, 2010. Also, people with higher incomes now can qualify for the credit, with income limits increasing to $125,000 for individuals and $225,000 for married couples.

Along with the up to $8,000 first time homebuyer extension, a new tax credit for up to $6,500 was passed for current homeowners who have owned their home for five consecutive years and are buying a new principal residence.

For more details about the government tax credits and eligibility requirements, visit http://www.irs.gov/ or contact your tax consultant.

The benefit of the first-time homeowner tax credit has been helpful. According to the National Association of Realtors, nearly 1.4 million first-time homebuyers have qualified for the credit through August and 25 percent of these homebuyers wouldn't have purchased their homes without the credit.

The Mortgage Company has tools for homebuyers to give confidence and knowledge to pursue homeownership. The Company has a Web site, http://www.53.com/mortgagedream, which provides information about loan options. The site also includes mortgage tools, including a home valuation model and an affordability calculator to help determine a comfortable monthly mortgage payment.

Over the past 18 months, Fifth Third Mortgage Company has financed more than 16,000 loans to first-time homebuyers totaling nearly $2 billion. In the first seven months of this year, the Company financed nearly $1.05 billion in loans for first-time homebuyers. Visit your local Fifth Third Banking Center and speak to a Mortgage Loan Originator to find more information for first-time homebuyers.

Fifth Third Bancorp is a diversified financial services company headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio. The Company has $111 billion in assets, operates 16 affiliates with 1,306 full-service Banking Centers, including 101 Bank MartÂ® locations open seven days a week inside select grocery stores and 2,360 ATMs in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan, Illinois, Florida, Tennessee, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Missouri, Georgia and North Carolina. Fifth Third operates four main businesses: Commercial Banking, Branch Banking, Consumer Lending, and Investment Advisors. Fifth Third also has a 49% interest in Fifth Third Processing Solutions, LLC. Fifth Third is among the largest money managers in the Midwest and, as of September 30, 2009, has $184 billion in assets under care, of which it managed $25 billion for individuals, corporations and not-for-profit organizations. Investor information and press releases can be viewed at http://www.53.com/. Fifth Third's common stock is traded on the NASDAQÂ® National Global Select Market under the symbol "FITB." Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.

Fifth Third Mortgage Company

CONTACT: Whitney Ellis of Fifth Third Bank, +1-513-534-6791

Web Site: http://www.53.com/

Agilysys Announces Special Meeting of Shareholders to Vote on Proposed Control Share Acquisition by MAK Capital, Its Largest Shareholder, to Increase Ownership Above 20% of Outstanding Shares

CLEVELAND, Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Agilysys, Inc. , a leading provider of innovative IT solutions, announced today it will hold a special meeting of shareholders on January 5, 2010 for the purpose of considering and voting on whether to authorize MAK Capital, its largest shareholder, to increase its ownership above 20% but not to exceed one-third, of the company's outstanding shares. The Acquiring Person Statement indicates that MAK Capital does not intend, either alone or in concert with any other person, to exercise control of the Company. The Agilysys Board of Directors has determined that it will make no recommendation either in favor of or against the proposed control share acquisition.

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The special meeting of shareholders will be held at 8:30 a.m. EST on January 5, 2010 at 28925 Fountain Parkway, Solon, OH 44139. A record date of November 24, 2009 has been set and will be included in the preliminary proxy statement, which is expected to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission as soon as practicable.

As announced earlier today, Agilysys received, under Section 1701.831 of the Ohio Revised Code, Ohio's "control share acquisition statute," an Acquiring Person Statement from MAK Capital Fund, LP and Paloma International L.P., notifying the company of their intent to increase their direct or indirect ownership of Agilysys' common shares above 20%, but not to exceed one-third.

MAK Capital One LLC is the investment manager of both MAK Capital Fund and Paloma International L.P., and is a private investment fund and the largest current shareholder of Agilysys. It currently owns 19.18% of the issued and outstanding shares of Agilysys common stock. R. Andrew Cueva, managing director of MAK Capital, has served on the Agilysys Board of Directors since June 2008.

Approval of the proposed control share acquisition requires both the affirmative vote of the holders of a majority of shares entitled to vote at the special meeting, and the affirmative vote of a majority of shares that are not "Interested Shares" as defined under Ohio law. "Interested Shares" include shares controlled by MAK Capital, shares owned by officers of Agilysys elected or appointed by the Board of Directors, and shares acquired during the period from November 20, 2009 to the record date.

After careful consideration, including a thorough review of the Ohio Control Share Acquisition Statute with Agilysys' independent financial and legal advisors and consultation with the company's management, and consistent with the recommendation of the Board's Nominating and Governance Committee, the Board of Directors has determined, as permitted under Ohio law, that it will take no position and make no recommendation either in favor of or against the proposed control share acquisition. Accordingly, the Board urges shareholders to carefully review the company's proxy materials that will be distributed in connection with the special meeting for a detailed explanation of the potential advantages and disadvantages of the proposed control share acquisition.

In connection with the proposed control share acquisition, Agilysys intends to file a proxy statement. SHAREHOLDERS SHOULD READ THE PROXY STATEMENT OF AGILYSYS WHEN IT BECOMES AVAILABLE BECAUSE IT WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROPOSED CONTROL SHARE ACQUISITION. The final proxy statement will be mailed to shareholders. Shareholders will also be able to obtain a copy of the proxy statement free of charge from the SEC's website located at http://www.sec.gov/, the company's website located at http://www.agilysys.com/, or from Georgeson Inc., the company's proxy solicitor, by calling (800) 336-5134.

Agilysys, its directors and certain executive officers and other members of management are deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies with respect to the proposed control share acquisition. Information concerning Agilysys' directors and executive officers is available in the Form 10-K filed with the SEC on June 9, 2009 and in the proxy statement filed with the SEC on June 24, 2009. Other information regarding the participants in the proxy solicitation and a description of their direct and indirect interests, by security holdings or otherwise, will be contained in the proxy statement filed in connection with the proposed control share acquisition and other relevant materials filed with the SEC. Investors should read the proxy statement carefully before making any voting or investment decisions.

About Agilysys, Inc.

Agilysys is a leading provider of innovative IT solutions to corporate and public-sector customers, with special expertise in select markets, including retail and hospitality. The company uses technology - including hardware, software and services - to help customers resolve their most complicated IT needs. The company possesses expertise in enterprise architecture and high availability, infrastructure optimization, storage and resource management, identity management and business continuity; and provides industry-specific software, services and expertise to the retail and hospitality markets. Headquartered in Cleveland, Agilysys operates extensively throughout North America, with additional sales offices in the United Kingdom and Asia. For more information, visit http://www.agilysys.com/.

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CONTACT: Investor Contact, Curtis Stout, Vice President and Treasurer,
Agilysys, Inc., +1-440-519-8635, curtis.stout@agilysys.com

Web Site: http://www.agilysys.com/

Ingram Micro Executives to Present at Upcoming Investor Events

SANTA ANA, Calif., Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ingram Micro Inc. , the world's largest technology distributor, announced today that members of its executive team are scheduled to present at the following investor conferences.

-- Thursday, December 3, 2009

Credit Suisse Technology Conference Phoenician Resort- Scottsdale, AZ 1:30 p.m. MT (3:30 p.m. ET) Presenter: Michael Zilis, senior vice president and corporate controller

-- Tuesday, December 8, 2009

Barclays Capital Global Technology Conference The Fairmont Hotel - San Francisco, CA 3:00 p.m. PT (6:00 p.m. ET) Presenter: Alain Monie, president and COO

-- Tuesday, December 15, 2009

Raymond James 2009 IT Supply Chain Investor Conference InterContinental The Barclay - New York, NY 1:20 p.m. ET Presenters: Gregory M. Spierkel, chief executive officer William D. Humes, senior executive vice president and CFO

To access the live audio webcasts of the presentations, visit the Investor Relations page of http://www.ingrammicro.com/. The archived versions will be available for approximately one week following the event.

About Ingram Micro Inc.

As a vital link in the technology value chain, Ingram Micro creates sales and profitability opportunities for vendors and resellers through unique marketing programs, outsourced logistics services, technical support, financial services, and product aggregation and distribution. The company serves approximately 150 countries and is the only global broad-based IT distributor with operations in Asia. Visit http://www.ingrammicro.com/.

Ingram Micro Inc.

CONTACT: Investors, Ria Marie Carlson, +1-714-382-4400,
ria.carlson@ingrammicro.com, or Kay Leyba, +1-714-382-4175,
kay.leyba@ingrammicro.com, both of Ingram Micro Inc.

Web Site: http://www.ingrammicro.com/

Pure Industrial Real Estate Trust announces November distribution

VANCOUVER, Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Pure Industrial Real Estate Trust ("PIRET") (TSXV: AAR.UN) is pleased to announce that its Board of Trustees has approved a cash distribution of $0.025 per trust unit for the period from November 1, 2009 to November 30, 2009 (equivalent to $0.30 per trust unit on an annualized basis). This distribution will be paid on December 15, 2009 to unitholders of record at the close of business on November 30, 2009.

The policy of Pure Industrial Real Estate Trust is to pay cash distributions on or about the 15th day of each month to the unitholders of record on the last business day of the preceding month.

PIRET's units are listed on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol AAR.UN. For more information on PIRET, visit our website at http://www.piret.ca/.

About Pure Industrial Real Estate Trust (PIRET) -----------------------------------------------

PIRET is an unincorporated, open-ended investment trust established for the purposes of acquiring, owning and operating a diversified portfolio of income-producing industrial properties in both primary and secondary markets across Canada. PIRET focuses exclusively on investing in industrial properties and is the only publicly traded vehicle in Canada that offers investors exclusive exposure to Canada's industrial asset class.

Additional information about PIRET is available at http://www.piret.ca/ or http://www.sedar.com/.

THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE HAS NOT REVIEWED AND DOES NOT ACCEPT

RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR THE ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE.

Pure Industrial Real Estate Trust (PIRET)

CONTACT: Darren Latoski, Acting Chief Executive Officer, Andrew Greig,
Director of Investor Relations, Pure Industrial Real Estate Trust (PIRET),
Suite 910, 925 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC, V6C 3L2, Phone: (604)
681-5959 or (888) 681-5959, E-mail: agreig@piret.ca, http://www.piret.ca/

Medco Reforming Healthcare with 'Smarter Medicine'; Wired, Transformational Pharmacy Model Advances Clinical Quality and Lowers Cost"The future of pharmacy is here, and it's reforming our healthcare system today."

NEW YORK, Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Medco Health Solutions, Inc is today contributing to a transformation in American healthcare through an advanced, wired pharmacy paradigm that is already delivering higher quality clinical care and fundamentally bending the cost curve downward -- making medicine smarter for the benefit of patients and payors alike.

The company today explained how the elements in its strategy enable "Smarter Medicine" to help address the estimated $350 billion in waste related to the treatment of patients with chronic and complex diseases -- patients who currently account for 96 percent of all drug costs and 75 percent of all medical spending in the United States.

"Our clients are not waiting for healthcare reform. They're aggressively seeking solutions that can be immediately implemented," Medco Chairman and CEO David B. Snow Jr. told those attending the company's annual investor conference. "Medco innovations have created a superior clinical model that is proven to deliver value today in managing the debilitating human and financial costs associated with chronic and complex diseases. The market has responded by awarding our company more than $21 billion in new business over the past two years as we leverage the practice of pharmacy as a tool to improve quality and eliminate inefficiency across the healthcare system."

Medco's patient-centric clinical model includes: pharmacists who are specialized by therapeutic condition to counsel patients and coordinate care; computer-assisted evidence-based protocols to identify gaps in care that should be closed; advanced dispensing pharmacies to improve the accuracy and safety of dispensed prescriptions; tools and incentives that encourage members to make better choices and make it easier for them to follow their doctors' instructions; offerings that comprise a seamless continuum of care from over-the-counter products to prescription drugs to specialty and biotech medicines; and powerful and flexible plan management solutions that help Medco clients design the most efficient benefit programs.

Medco executives detailed the elements of their clinical strategy to "make medicine smarter":

-- Medco Therapeutic Resource CentersÂ®, staffed by specially trained pharmacists, who thus far in 2009 have identified and closed more than 70,000 gaps in care, and increasing medication compliance -- which could save payors $500 million in avoided costs of complications. -- Leveraging the wired pharmacy environment by measuring the performance and success of providers across the healthcare system, including pharmacies and physicians -- driving accountability by identifying gaps in care, and creating the ability to close those gaps by state, region, pharmacy chain or individual provider. -- Empowering patient-engagement tools to encourage behaviors that drive the use of lower cost generics and more efficient delivery channels to record high levels, virtually eliminating drug-related cost increases for many of its clients, while reducing patient co-payments. -- Speeding the transfer of critical knowledge from research discovery to mainstream medical practice through the newly formed Medco Research Institute(TM) and Medco's collaborations with the Mayo Clinic, LabCorp, Harvard University, Indiana University School of Medicine and the FDA, among other leading research institutions. -- Building the most comprehensive pharmacy safety net to avert dangerous interactions between prescription drugs and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and supplements -- addressing the fact that 68 percent of patients regularly taking prescription drugs are also using an OTC product. -- Forging the future of personalized medicine as a leader in research that will leverage the power of genetic tests to help physicians ensure they are prescribing the most effective medicines in the optimal doses based on their patient's unique genotype. -- Exporting Smarter Medicine -- transcending geographic, political and regional healthcare conventions -- initiatives in the United Kingdom, Germany and Sweden are helping to enhance the quality of care for patients worldwide.

"Making medicine smarter is more than a marketing message. It is delivering today on the commitment to clinical excellence, improved patient outcomes and lower healthcare costs that comes from our significant investments in innovation and execution across our entire organization," said Kenny Klepper, Medco president and chief operating officer. "We have built a capability over the past four years that is cutting-edge and difficult to replicate."

Providing a glimpse into the future of pharmacy, Medco demonstrated its leadership moving from "shotgun medicine to precision medicine" through the use of rapid drug research and gene-based testing.

"Precision medicine is smarter medicine," Snow said. "A wired system is key to reforming healthcare and our pharmacy today is 100 percent wired."

As an example demonstrating the power of a wired pharmacy, Medco noted that its research published late in 2008 drew a correlation between the use of certain heartburn medicines in tandem with the widely used anti-clotting agent PlavixÂ® (clopidogrel bisulfate). That often-prescribed combination counteracted the protective effects of Plavix and elevated the potential risk for stroke and other negative cardiovascular events. The Food and Drug Administration, in part based on the Medco research, ordered stronger medication labels on prescription-strength drugs, and earlier this week issued a public health advisory warning consumers of the potentially dangerous interaction between Plavix and certain heartburn medicines, including some OTC versions.

"While it's important to have a wired system that recognizes these critical safety issues -- it's vital to put this potentially life-saving information into pharmacy practice," said Dr. Robert Epstein, Medco chief medical officer. "Medco's wired pharmacy, which immediately placed warnings into the systems that protect our patients, reduced the use of those medicines in combination by about 30 percent."

Medco has recently been recognized by the publication Pharmacogenomics Reporter as "the go-to organization for diagnostics developers looking to gather data on whether their pharmacogenetic tests improve patient outcomes," noting its trailblazing research -- and published clinical findings -- enabled by the use of gene-based tests.

Snow concluded: "Therapeutic Resource Centers, our pharmacogenomic initiatives and our market-based innovations are driving medicine to a smarter place. The future of pharmacy is here, and it's defining and reforming healthcare -- to the benefit of patients, payors and our society."

About Medco

Medco Health Solutions, Inc. is pioneering the world's most advanced pharmacyÂ® and its clinical research and innovations are part of Medco making medicine smarter(TM) for more than 60 million members.

With more than 20,000 employees dedicated to improving patient health and reducing costs for a wide range of public and private sector clients, and 2008 revenue exceeding $51 billion, Medco ranks 45th on the Fortune 500 list and is named among the world's most innovative, most admired and most trustworthy companies.

For more information, go to http://www.medcohealth.com/.

This press release contains "forward-looking statements" as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause results to differ materially from those set forth in the statements. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed, and actual results may differ materially from those projected. We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Forward-looking statements in this press release should be evaluated together with the risks and uncertainties that affect our business, particularly those mentioned in the Risk Factors section of the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Medco Health Solutions, Inc.

CONTACT: Investors: Valerie Haertel, +1-201-269-5781,
Valerie_haertel@medco.com, or Media: Lowell Weiner, +1-201-269-6896,
Lowell_weiner@medco.com, both of Medco Health Solutions, Inc.

Web Site: http://www.medcohealth.com/