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Event organizer drops BookExpo, annual publishing convention
Read full article: Event organizer drops BookExpo, annual publishing conventionThe annual publishing convention and trade show, a decades-old tradition, may be coming to an end. ReedPop, which has managed BookExpo for a quarter century, announced Tuesday that it was dropping the event, along with the fan-based BookCon. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan, File)NEW YORK – The annual publishing convention and trade show known as BookExpo, a decades-old tradition where guest speakers have ranged from Bill Clinton to Margaret Atwood, may be coming to an end. “Among the many traditions we greatly missed this year was having an industry event that brings together booksellers, authors and publishers," he said. "ABA is exploring new ways to bring booksellers, publishers, and authors together in the future.
Pembroke Pines police sergeant wins multiple gold medals, breaks records at global games
Read full article: Pembroke Pines police sergeant wins multiple gold medals, breaks records at global gamesJennifer Martin with the Pembroke Pines Police Department is considered one fierce, determined and driven woman. Copyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.
Pembroke Pines police sergeant wins gold, sets records at World Police and Fire Games
Read full article: Pembroke Pines police sergeant wins gold, sets records at World Police and Fire GamesPEMBROKE PINES, Fla. - Sgt. Jennifer Martin with the Pembroke Pines Police Department is considered one fierce, determined and driven woman. She has now competed in five World Games and won 24 gold medals, with a total medal count of 38. A swimmer since she was only 8 years old, Martin received a scholarship to college for her aquatic abilities. She also makes sure to mention how thankful she is for the amazing support she's received along the way.