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Kent State’s DJ Smillz is Looking Forward to His Second Season With KSU’s Basketball Team

Kent State’s DJ Smillz is Looking Forward to His Second Season With KSU’s Basketball TeamThis Northeast Ohio DJ is making more than noise. From making mixes in his living room to taking the big stage, DJ Smillz shows no signs of slowing down.

Kent State’s DJ Smillz is Looking Forward to His Second Season With KSU’s Basketball Team
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With the music scene continuing to grow, this popular northeast Ohio DJ is leaving his mark by becoming one of the state’s most in-demand talents. Kyle Macon, also known as DJ Smillz, is an Ohio-based DJ who currently is the In-House DJ for Kent State’s Men’s Basketball team. His first introduction to the team was in 2021 when the Golden Flashes took on Oberlin College in an 84-38 victory. His resume does not stop there. Not only is he one of the representatives for Premier Media and Entertainment, but he has also found success opening up for multiple world-class talents. These talents include the current frontman of the hip-hop trio Migos, Quavo, the alternative pop band The Aces, and the American rapper Yung Gravy.

Smillz was also set to open for rapper Gunna at Kent State’s Homecoming, but the show was canceled due to COVID-19 concerns. 

After following the success of opening up for Yung Gravy on Sept. 29, Smillz says he has “done a lot of reflecting” and is “… extremely thankful for the support that Kent State has shown me.” On Nov. 10, DJ Smillz will return for his second season with the men’s and women’s KSU Basketball teams as the Golden Flashes take on Baldwin Wallace. Smillz says he is “more ready than ever” for the season to kick off. 

To stay up to date with DJ Smillz, follow him on Instagram and check out his website www.djsmillz.com.

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Mirrorless Cameras Overtake DSLRs for Astrophotography, According to New Analysis From Skies & Scopes

Mirrorless Cameras Overtake DSLRs for Astrophotography, According to New Analysis From Skies & ScopesMirrorless cameras have become more commonly used than DSLRs in the world’s most prestigious astrophotography competition, according to a study of 685 images shortlisted over five years for Astronomy Photographer of the Year.

Mirrorless Cameras Overtake DSLRs for Astrophotography, According to New Analysis From Skies & Scopes
Mirrorless cameras overtake DSLRs in 2022

DSLR vs mirrorless cameras in images shortlisted for Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2018-2022

LONDON – October 7, 2022 – (Newswire.com)

Mirrorless cameras have overtaken DSLRs in popularity for the best astrophotographers in the world, according to a new study from Skies & Scopes.

685 images shortlisted for the Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition in the last five years (2018-2022) were analyzed for information on what cameras, telescopes, and mounts were used.

Key findings include:

Mirrorless Overtake DSLR Cameras: In 2022, for the first time, mirrorless cameras became more commonly used than DSLRs in the competition. Mirrorless cameras were used in 52% of DSLR/mirrorless images, versus 48% for DSLRs. In 2018, this was 83% DSLRs versus 17% mirrorless.

Growing Success of Sony Cameras: Sony cameras are increasingly used every year and the Sony A7 III is the most successfully used DSLR or mirrorless camera in the competition in 2022.

Decline in Use of Canon Cameras: Canon cameras were previously dominant in the competition but have decreased year-on-year since 2018. Just 17% of DSLR or mirrorless camera images were taken with Canon models in 2022, down from 53% in 2018.

ZWO Cameras Out Front for Deep Sky and Planetary Astrophotography: ZWO dedicated astronomy cameras dominate for planetary and deep sky imaging. 47% of all shortlisted planetary images were taken with a ZWO camera and the ZWO ASI174MM is the top model.

Celestron Telescopes Dominate: Celestron is the most successful telescope brand for astrophotography, ahead of Takahashi, Sky-Watcher, and Planewave. 40% of all shortlisted planetary images use Celestron telescopes, mostly their Schmidt-Cassegrains.

Sky-Watcher Mounts Lead: Sky-Watcher telescope mounts are consistently the top choice. 32% of images used a Sky-Watcher telescope mount and the Sky-Watcher EQ8 Pro is the most popular individual model in the last two years.

Complete study results: https://skiesandscopes.com/astronomy-photographer-of-the-year/ 

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Author Lynn Thompson’s New Book ’12 Months’ Details the Author’s Struggle With Addiction to Adult Films, and How He Turned Towards Christ to Break His Dependence

Author Lynn Thompson’s New Book ’12 Months’ Details the Author’s Struggle With Addiction to Adult Films, and How He Turned Towards Christ to Break His DependenceRecent release “12 Months” from Covenant Books author Lynn Thompson is a powerful year-long journey through the author’s attempt at turning away from his adult film addiction and growing closer to God and his family. Documenting his thoughts and feelings during the process, Thompson reflects on his past and why he has become resolute in breaking free from the hold adult films had over him.

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Lynn Thompson, who found salvation and healing in God, has completed his new book, “12 Months”: a true and personal account of the author’s attempts at living a more honest and faith-based life while battling against an addiction many in society are unwilling to discuss or even acknowledge.

“’12 Months’ is a book I decided to write based on my convictions about getting close to God,” writes Thompson. “I felt like pornographic movies was not an addiction until I realized it was keeping me from growing in God. I made porn my god, so what I did was I decided to stop watching. And for the first twelve months, I wrote about how I felt every twentieth of the month, and it turned into me reflecting back on all the events in my life since I could remember as a child that led to me watching porn. It became a healing process, and I learned that God could deliver you from anything that you need to be delivered from so you can discover his plan and purpose for your life and use those things that bound you as your testimony and a guide to Christ and deliverance.

“So many men struggle with this. And those that want to come to Christ leave Christ because they feel that they can’t get away from it and that no one can give them the answer. But actually, to become a disciple, some things go away, and some things need to be delivered from. Moreover, I believe that ’12 Months’ will help so many men stay with Christ, continue to seek Christ, be delivered of those things that convict them, use it as a disciple, and be a great testimony for others.”

Published by Covenant Books of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, Lynn Thompson’s new book is a powerful journey that brings to light a dangerous problem plaguing society, and one that must be addressed. Through Thompson’s own examples, readers will be aided in seeking out Christ despite personal struggles one may be facing and looking towards Him for salvation in overcoming any obstacle.

Readers can purchase “12 Months” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes store, Amazon or Barnes and Noble.

Covenant books is an international Christian owned and operated publishing house based in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. Covenant Books specializes in all genres of work which appeal to the Christian market. For additional information or media inquiries, contact Covenant Books at 843-507-8373.

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First-Ever Sponsorship Excellence Award Winners Announced

First-Ever Sponsorship Excellence Award Winners AnnouncedSponsorship leaders recognized for game-changing work in sponsorship marketing, including Golden State Warriors, Smartsheet, Laura Day, Chipotle and Jarreau Smith.

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Smartsheet Receives Sponsorship Excellence Award

One of the awardees during Sponsorship Marketing Association’s inaugural Sponsorship Excellence Award

SEATTLE – October 7, 2022 – (Newswire.com)

The powerful impact of sponsorship is more prevalent than ever, which is why the Sponsorship Marketing Association (SMA) created the first-ever Sponsorship Excellence Awards. The Sponsorship Excellence Awards took place on Thursday, Sept. 29, at the Sponsorship Summit in Seattle. Industry leaders from around the world came together to celebrate the accomplishments of friends, colleagues and leaders in the industry. 

“It is such an honor to come together and celebrate those who inspire us, while recognizing the newcomers who will continue to shape the future of our industry,” Sponsorship Marketing Association CEO, Paula Beadle said. “It was an honor to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of game-changers who are revolutionizing the world of sponsorship.

The following awardees were recognized:

  • The Golden State Warriors received the Innovation Award, because of their work uniting sports, entertainment, technology, partnerships and community in an unprecedented and authentic way. The Warriors have forged tech-forward partnerships that have created a cutting-edge, consumer-fan ecosystem.  
  • Laura Day received the Lifetime Achievement Award. Day has held multiple leadership positions in the sports industry over her illustrious career. Laura is in her 25th season with the Minnesota Twins and has worked as the franchise’s Executive Vice President, Chief Business Officer since 2016. Laura helped launch Xcel Energy Center as one of the Minnesota Wild’s first employees and held a position with the Minnesota Vikings. 
  • Smartsheet received the Social Impact Award for its incredible Sponsor X initiative. Smartsheet has taken a bold approach to reimagining how sponsorships can be used to drive awareness and impact for a greater cause. Smartsheet is a best-in-class example of developing purpose-driven partnerships. 
  • Chipotle received the Buzzworthy Award after it “broke the ice” with a mixed-reality campaign that was unveiled during a Colorado Avalanche hockey game earlier this year. 
  • Jarreau Smith received the Rising Star Award. Smith has created opportunities to build meaningful partnerships at the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium. Smith is also the chair of LLPA’s diversity and inclusion committee.

The recipients of the first-ever Sponsorship Excellence Awards have set the standard in inspiring, innovating and leading the future of sponsorship. The Sponsorship Excellence Awards will take place annually. 

Read the full announcement HERE.

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Author Stanton Berg’s New Book ‘Stan’s ‘Condensed’ Encyclopedia About the Basics of the World We Live in and Our Lives in This World (Second Edition)’ is Released

Author Stanton Berg’s New Book ‘Stan’s ‘Condensed’ Encyclopedia About the Basics of the World We Live in and Our Lives in This World (Second Edition)’ is ReleasedRecent release “Stan’s ‘Condensed’ Encyclopedia about the Basics of the World We Live in and Our Lives in This World (Second Edition)” from Covenant Books author Stanton Berg is a collection of topics that affect one’s daily life in the modern world. Using his experiences as a former forensic specialist, Berg injects some of his opinions to share his professional insight into each matter.

FRIDLEY, Minn. – October 7, 2022 – (Newswire.com)

Stanton Berg, military veteran with a lifetime career as a worldwide forensic scientist and forensic expert specializing in firearms, has completed his/her new book, “Stan’s ‘Condensed’ Encyclopedia about the Basics of the World We Live in and Our Lives in This World (Second Edition)”: an insightful and thought-provoking assortment of various topics deemed by the author to be important areas of modern life that must be studied and understood by those living in today’s society.

“The original condensed encyclopedia has been expanded from fifteen subjects to twenty-one subjects by adding six new subjects,” writes Berg. “In addition, the original text has been expanded with much new information. This is [my] way of providing and creating a handy form of a quick reference source or sources that [I have] found to be interesting, and these are subjects that [I think] would be items or subjects frequently encountered in the daily news media of our present-day world. [I have] selected twenty-one subjects that are not only interesting but are also the subjects that are most likely to be in current-day news items. (Items of foul language, bad taste, or anti-Christian nature have been avoided; [I myself am] a dedicated Lutheran Christian that talks daily with God and gives thanks for God’s gifts to [me].) [I have] tried to stay close to the facts on the selected twenty-one subjects but may on occasion inject [my] own opinion. [I hope] that all readers will find the second edition of [my] ‘Condensed Encyclopedia about the Basics of the World We Live in and Our Lives in This World’ will prove to be helpful, informative, and interesting to and for all.”

Published by Covenant Books of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, Stanton Berg’s new book is a thorough and informative guide to maneuvering through daily life and the various ways in which society is constantly changing. Through his years of wisdom and experience, Berg shares with his readers news ways of approaching these important topics and how to keep rising above the obstacles that arise throughout one’s journey in life.

Readers can purchase “Stan’s ‘Condensed’ Encyclopedia about the Basics of the World We Live in and Our Lives in This World (Second Edition)” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes Store, Amazon or Barnes & Noble.

Covenant books is an international Christian owned and operated publishing house based in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. Covenant Books specializes in all genres of work which appeal to the Christian market. For additional information or media inquiries, contact Covenant Books at 843-507-8373.   

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Author Sasha R.C.’s New Book ‘Unveiled: The Beginning: Book 1’ is a Stirring Tale of a Half Fallen Angel and the Part She Plays in the Battle Between Angels and Demons

Author Sasha R.C.’s New Book ‘Unveiled: The Beginning: Book 1’ is a Stirring Tale of a Half Fallen Angel and the Part She Plays in the Battle Between Angels and DemonsRecent release “Unveiled: The Beginning: Book 1” from Newman Springs Publishing author Sasha R.C. follows Sky Waters, a half-fallen and half-watcher who has specific orders to watch and protect until the day the prince of darkness chooses to return and fight against the angels. As the war rages on, Sky finds herself torn between two men who inexplicably have some mysterious connection to her.

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Sasha R.C., who works to help others overcome addiction as she once did, has completed her new book “Unveiled: The Beginning: Book 1”: a captivating fantasy centered around a half-breed fallen angel named Sky who is connected to the human Daniel and the prince of darkness Damon, whom Sky serves in the battle of good vs. evil.

“My name is Sky Waters,” writes R.C. “I am a half-breed—half Fallen, half watcher. I was given simple orders: to observe, watch, and protect but to never intervene. I have kept to these orders for centuries, but now I can’t. Everything is changing, and I am changing with it. Mother Earth is trying to hold on, but the darkness is consuming everything.

“Daniel is a human who is not meant to be a part of my world. He keeps popping up everywhere. It has been written that it is forbidden for humans to know that we exist, but Daniel is kind, gentle, pure, and, not to mention, downright hot!

“Damon is the very opposite. He is as far from human as you can get. In fact, he is the prince of darkness—the devil I have been fighting wars on opposite sides for as long as I can remember. Damon is cruel, rough around the edges, and pure evil, but there is something about him that is sexy as hell.

“I am drawn to both of them for reasons I do not understand. I can’t run nor can I hide from the truth—a truth that has been hidden for centuries, a truth that might cost us everything. Nothing is what it appears to be. And so, it begins.”

Published by Newman Springs Publishing, Sasha R.C.’s thrilling tale will leave readers spellbound as Sky struggles with being forced to fulfill her duties under Damon’s orders while harboring feelings for Daniel. Expertly paced and full of suspense, readers will find themselves on the edge of their seats until the stunning conclusion, desperate for more.

Readers who wish to experience this engaging work can purchase “Unveiled: The Beginning: Book 1” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iBooks Store, Amazon, or Barnes & Noble.

For additional information or media inquiries, contact Newman Springs Publishing at 732-243-8512.

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Newman Springs Publishing is a full-service publishing house for serious authors. Each title produced by Newman Springs Publishing undergoes every step of the professional publishing process, including editing, layout, cover design, circulation, distribution, and publicity. All titles are made available in both eBook and print formats. Newman Springs Publishing distributes to tens of thousands of retail outlets throughout North America and internationally. All manuscripts in any genre are welcome to be submitted for review; If the manuscript meets the necessary criteria and is accepted for publication, Newman Springs Publishing will work closely with the author to bring the book to the retail market for a relatively inexpensive initial investment.

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Imaginative Author Kevin W. Lynn’s New Book ‘On Another Earth’ is an Exciting Narrative That Follows a Man Named Tom Who Meets a Spaceship Captain From Another Planet

Imaginative Author Kevin W. Lynn’s New Book ‘On Another Earth’ is an Exciting Narrative That Follows a Man Named Tom Who Meets a Spaceship Captain From Another PlanetRecent release “On Another Earth” from Newman Springs Publishing author Kevin W. Lynn is an engrossing science fiction novel that centers on Tom, a young man from California, who meets Coker, the spaceship captain from Ponlenia, an advanced civilization a million light-years away.

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Kevin W. Lynn, author of “Road to Another World” and the “Beyond the Horizon” book series, has completed his new book “On Another Earth”: a captivating science fiction novel that follows a young man named Tom on a one-year trip to Ponlenia in which he learns a lot of modern knowledge from computers. When Tom and Coker temporarily stay on another terrestrial planet, Edia, Tom follows Coker to do things and meets a young man named Hanson who looks a lot like Tom. The two young men have a very happy chat. Tom leaves for a while, and Coker takes Hanson away. Tom has to stay in Hanson’s factory. With the help of his best friend, Peter, “Hanson” starts his new life on another earth, Edia. 

Author Kevin W. Lynn is originally from Chicago and currently lives in the Bay Area, California. He enjoys sports, swimming, and traveling. His hobby is studying paths to other planets with ideal conditions. He has always dreamed that one day people on Earth could go to another planet to visit other friendly people. 

Author Kevin W. Lynn begins his narrative, writing, “Bang. Tom’s head hits the corner of the machine again. And this time, the force of the impact is so strong that Tom has to sit down and rub his head. It seems that the narrow space between the machines is very difficult for Tom’s big body. And he always forgets the last time he bumped his head in the same place. Tom raises his head and looks at that part of the machine. The design is too bad. This part seems to be deliberately designed to cause Tom in trouble. Looking at that part, Tom suddenly feels funny. There is too much happening during this period, like hitting his head on the machine again, that he doesn’t even have time to think about whether it should or shouldn’t happen to him.”

Published by Newman Springs Publishing, Kevin W. Lynn’s tale offers thrilling twists as Hanson helps the entire galaxy get rid of an extreme natural disaster. On Another Earth is a great way for anyone who wants to learn how people on Earth communicate with another civilization through a series of fun and romantic stories.

Readers who wish to experience this unique work can purchase “On Another Earth” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iBooks Store, Amazon, or Barnes & Noble.

For additional information or media inquiries, contact Newman Springs Publishing at 732-243-8512.

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Author Robert Munroe’s New Book ‘When the Prophet Comes’ Follows the Story of a Young Woman Who, Unsure of Her Future, Places Her Destiny in the Hands of the Lord

Author Robert Munroe’s New Book ‘When the Prophet Comes’ Follows the Story of a Young Woman Who, Unsure of Her Future, Places Her Destiny in the Hands of the LordRecent release “When the Prophet Comes: Love Among the Ruins Comes to a Close” from Newman Springs Publishing author Robert Munroe is a fascinating tale centered around Alex, who finds herself at a crossroads in life. Always trying to live her life in accordance with God’s will, Alex leaves an important decision up to God and does her best to forge ahead into an unknown future.

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Robert Munroe, who spent a majority of his career in the world of finance, has completed his new book “When the Prophet Comes: Love Among the Ruins Comes to a Close”: a captivating and gripping story in which a young woman must make the choice of which path she must follow into her future, but is unsure of how to do so.

“When Alex first stepped foot on Spanish soil in the city of Madrid that summer day so long ago, little did she realize the challenges that lie ahead for her,” writes Munroe. “She has traveled a multitude of difficult roads, encountered many trials, and leaped over many obstacles along the way but has met them all with a determination to run the course with her face to the battle.

“Everyone who walks a road has a glimmer of hope that what lies at the end will validate the expectation behind the journey. And Alex is no exception. But she did not walk with any expectation of fulfilled material or soulish desire, for her heart was focused on a person. Always assured that no matter which of the directed roads she traveled, she knew that person was watching over the road to guide her onward toward the end.

“What roads call Alex today, and what promises do they hold for her along the way?

“That can only be determined as Alex puts one foot in front of the other to continue her journey. Her spiritual upbringing and strong foundation of faith has served her well over the years, and she is looking to those to carry her forward.

“But deep within the soul of Alex, a sense of urgency is stirring. She is well aware of the message it brings and its consequences that are hidden in the passage of time. Driven by an open heart of love toward guidance and hope, she reaches out to touch you with its cautionary words—walk with wisdom through the darkness for though it tarries, it will surely come.”

Published by Newman Springs Publishing, Robert Munroe’s stirring tale will leave readers spellbound as they follow along on Alex’s journey to create a positive future that aligns with God’s will. Expertly paced and beautifully written, Munroe delivers a powerful character-driven drama that will stay with readers long after its conclusion.

Readers who wish to experience this touching work can purchase “When the Prophet Comes: Love Among the Ruins Comes to a Close” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iBooks Store, Amazon, or Barnes & Noble.

For additional information or media inquiries, contact Newman Springs Publishing at 732-243-8512.

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