Honoring Black History Month: Media Leaders

This month, InventHelp® focuses on the pioneering spirit of African-American inventors and leaders. And it couldn't come at a better time, given the historic achievements of Lovie Smith of the Chicago Bears and Tony Dungy of the Indianapolis Colts, the first African-American head coaches to reach the Super Bowl.

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American Inventor To Hold Auditions For Second Season

The machine behind American Idol, Simon Cowell and his producers, are bringing back their ABC primetime reality show, AMERICAN INVENTOR, for a second season. The show will conduct a national search for America's hottest new invention and make one lucky inventor's idea a reality. The AMERICAN INVENTOR judges will conduct open casting calls starting in March in a variety of cities to give inventors a chance to get their voices heard.

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Keeping Love Afloat: The Story of Balloons

February is the month of romance. All around the country, smitten couples exchange candy, flowers and trinkets of love. And what says "I Love You" more than, well, a heart-shaped balloon that says "I Love You"? This month, InventHelp® explores the history of balloons, and how they came to be a part of year-round celebrations.

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Which famous inventor inspired the national holiday Inventor's Day?

In order to recognize the enormous contributions inventors have made in the nation, February 11 was designated National Inventor's Day in 1983. The date is the anniversary of the birth of inventor Thomas Edison, who held more than 1,000 patents. "Inventors are the keystone of the technological progress that is so vital to the economic, environmental, and social well-being of this country," said then-President Ronald Reagan in his Inventor's Day proclamation speech. "Such recognition is especially appropriate at a time when our country is striving to maintain its global position as a leader in innovation and technology. Key to our future success will be the dedication and creativity of inventors."

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