Facebook roundup: Gowalla, Walmart, GLAAD, Menlo Park and more

Gowalla closes down – Gowalla officially shut down its location-based service this week. The company was acquired by Facebook for its talent in December.

Facebook honored by GLAAD – Facebook is set to receive a special recognition award at the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) media awards for its work in bullying prevention and inclusive options for users who identify as LGBT.

Walmart purchases Social Calendar – Walmart purchased Social Calendar, a Facebook app that sends birthday and holiday reminders via email and SMS, TechCrunch reported.

Facebook may expand beyond Menlo Park – Stalled in negotiations with the city of Menlo Park in California, Facebook may be set to expand its offices to Newark, Calif.,

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