BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, Feb. 24 -- The University of Alabama issued the following news: * * * $3.4M grant funds UAB study on sleep and cognitive health in older adults with HIV * S. Justin Thomas, Ph.D. The study will enroll 240 adults with HIV and insomnia, randomly assigning them to one of two treatments to evaluate how each approach affects sleep and cognitive health., associate professor in the University of Alabama at Birmingham 's Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurobiology, has  more PR

NEW YORK, Feb. 24 [Category: BizMedia] -- Warner Bros. Discovery, a media and entertainment company, posted the following news release: * * * 2026 NAACP IMAGE AWARD NOMINATED SERIES LOVE & MARRIAGE: HUNTSVILLE RETURNS WITH NEW EPISODES STARTING MARCH 7 ON OWN * Nominated for the 2026 NAACPAward for Outstanding Reality Program, OWN's hit series Love & Marriage: Huntsville returns with 15 all-new episodes airing Saturday nights beginning March 7 at 8:00pm ET/PT. The series will continue to fol more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Feb. 25 -- The Institute for Justice posted the following news release: * * * Arizona Educator Sues County Attorney Whose Hired Thugs Bullied Him Out of Election Campaign PHOENIX--When two men approached Fernando "Fernie" Madrid outside of a church, he thought he had two more signatures for his petition to run for school superintendent in Apache County, Arizona. But one of the men slapped the clipboard out of Fernie's hand and the other delivered a threat: "Michael Whitin more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 25 -- The ERISA Industry Committee issued the following news release on Feb. 24, 2026: * * * As Arbitration Drive Up Healthcare Costs, Diverse Stakeholders Call for Stronger Federal Oversight The ERISA Industry Committee (ERIC) along with more than 60 groups representing employers, labor, patients, and consumers today urged The U.S. Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Treasury (the Tri-Departments) to take immediate action to address severe and negative conse more PR

RESTON, Virginia, Feb. 24 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The American Society of Civil Engineers issued the following news release: * * * ASCE Recognizes 2026 New Faces of Civil Engineering: College | ASCE * RESTON, Va. -The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has announced the 2026 New Faces of Civil Engineering in the Collegiate category. The New Faces of Civil Engineering program highlights and celebrates up-and-coming civil engineering students' academic and profe more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, Feb. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- Alabama Job Openings and Labor Turnover December 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southeast Region - Feb. 24, 2026 * * * Alabama had 98,000 job openings in December 2025, compared to 100,000 openings in November, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. (See table 1.) Regional Commissioner Victoria G. Lee noted that the job openings rate in Alabama was 4.2 percent in December and 4.3 percent in the previo more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Feb. 24 -- The Student Press Law Center issued the following news: * * * Cash-starved and censored, America's student press is in crisis By Barbara Allen for the Student Press Report Editor's note: The Student Press Report is a national news desk covering student media and journalism education in higher ed. It is supported by lead partners the Student Press Law Center and Flytedesk, with secondary support from the Associated Collegiate Press, the Association of Universit more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 25 -- Rep. Sam Graves, R-Missouri, chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 24, 2026: * * * Collins Opening Statement from Hearing on the Administration's Priorities for Water Resources Development Act of 2026 Opening remarks, as prepared, of Water Resources and Environment Subcommittee Chairman Mike Collins (R-GA) from today's hearing, entitled, "Proposals for a Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2026 more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following recall notice: * * * Elite Treats LLC Recalls Single Lot of Chicken Chips Due to Salmonella Contamination Summary Company Announcement Date: February 24, 2026 FDA Publish Date: February 24, 2026 Product Type: Animal & Veterinary Food & Beverages Pet Food Foodborne Illness Reason for Announcement: May be contaminated with Salmonella Company Name: Elite Treats, LLC.  more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 25 -- Rep. Gary Palmer, R-Alabama, chair of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Environment, issued the following news release on Feb. 24, 2026: * * * Environment Subcommittee Holds Hearing on Safe Drinking Water Today, Congressman Gary Palmer (AL-06), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Environment, led a hearing titled From Source to Tap: A Hearing to Examine Challenges and Opportunities for Safe, Reliable, and Affordable Drinking Water. "Congress first enacted the S more PR

BRISTOL, Connecticut, Feb. 24 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN's men's college basketball week tips off with four Top-25 showdowns and College GameDay in Gainesville * * Saturday slate highlighted by four matchups of ranked teams * College GameDay live from Gainesville ahead of No. 20 Arkansas at defending national champion and No. 7 Florida ESPN's industry-leading men's college basketball coverage rolls on with six con more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 25 -- The White House issued the following news on Feb. 24, 2026: * * * First Lady Melania Trump's State of the Union Guests Reflect Her Impact on Education, Tech, and the Foster Community Sierra Burns, a participant in the Melania Trump Foster Youth to Independence Program, and Everest Nevraumont, a 11-year-old Alpha School student, AI-advocate, and TedX speaker, joined First Lady Melania Trump in the First Lady's Box for the 2026 State of the Union. Together, they represent more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, Feb. 25 -- Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr issued the following news release on Feb. 24, 2026: * * * Carr Leads 19-State Coalition to Preserve Access to Critical Crime-Fighting Tool Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr is leading a 19-state coalition in fighting to preserve access to automatic license-plate readers (ALPR) - a critical law enforcement tool that has helped to solve murders, kidnappings, and armed robberies. "The evidence is clear - automatic license-plate  more PR

GADSDEN, Alabama, Feb. 24 -- Gadsden State Community College issued the following news: * * * Gadsden State Expands Workforce Training Partnership Supporting Anniston Munitions Center Employees Gadsden State Community College is strengthening its workforce training efforts by providing Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A training and Hazardous Materials Entry-Level Driver Training at no cost to employees of companies located in Alabama, an opportunity that the Anniston Munitions Center  more PR

MONTGOMERY, Alabama, Feb. 24 -- Gov. Kay Ivey, R-Alabama, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Ivey Continues Celebrating Public Schools Week, Releases Student Voices Video * BIRMINGHAM - Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday, continuing her celebration of Public Schools Week, released a video featuring students who served as her special guests at her final state of the state address. Click here or above for VIDEO. The students in the video are from Booker T. Washington K-8 School, a more PR

ITHACA, New York, Feb. 24 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Hackathon winners combat ear infections, parasites and animal overpopulation * Products to fight ear infections in dogs, a parasite in cattle and animal population control challenges won top honors at the Feb. 20-22 Animal Health Hackathon at the College of Veterinary Medicine. The hackathon included 116 students with diverse majors and interests who made up 25 teams that worked throughout the weekend to devel more PR

OLIVET, Michigan, Feb. 24 -- The University of Olivet posted the following news: * * * Honoring Black History and Trailblazers at The University of Olivet * Black History Month honors the achievements and contributions of Black Americans who have shaped our past and continue to inspire our future. At The University of Olivet, this month holds a particularly meaningful place in our story. Since our founding in 1844, Olivet has been breaking barriers, welcoming African Americans and women al more PR

TROY, Alabama, Feb. 24 -- Troy University issued the following news: * * * International Arts Center to welcome IAC Trojan Junior Warriors March 9-12 * Close to 180 fifth-grade students from Troy Elementary School and Pike Liberal Arts School will take part in an immersive, multi-day field trip experience March 9-12 at Troy University's International Arts Center (IAC) as part of the annual IAC Trojan Junior Warriors program. Since its launch in 2017, the program has become a highly anticip more PR

JACKSONVILLE, Alabama, Feb. 25 -- Jacksonville State University issued the following news: * * * Jacksonville State University, Cleburne County Chamber Sign MOU Expanding Educational Access for Local Workforce Jacksonville State University and the Cleburne County Chamber of Commerce formalized a new partnership Wednesday morning with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding designed to expand educational opportunities for Chamber employees and member businesses. Under the terms of the M more PR

JACKSONVILLE, Alabama, Feb. 25 -- Jacksonville State University issued the following news: * * * ASAP Grant to Enhance Annual STEM Summer Camp Experience By Brett Buckner Dr. Ahmad Alhammouri and Dr. Amiee Weathers from Jacksonville State University's College of Education and Professional Studies have been awarded a $50,000 Alabama Summer- and After-school Program (ASAP) grant from the Alabama State Department of Education. The grant will enable the college to expand and enable its annual ST more PR

JACKSONVILLE, Alabama, Feb. 25 -- Jacksonville State University issued the following news: * * * Jax State Holocaust Remembrance to Promote Education, Reflection, and Community Dialogue By Brett Buckner For more than four decades, Jacksonville State University has gathered students, educators, and community members to remember one of history's darkest chapters -- and to ensure its lessons are not forgotten. Since 1982, Jax State's Annual Holocaust Remembrance has stood as one of the longest more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Feb. 24 [Category: BizConsulting] -- KBR, a provider of differentiated, professional services and technologies, issued the following news release: * * * KBR's Mission Technology Solutions Announces Strategy for Expanding Digital Engineering Capabilities for the US Military * HOUSTON, February 24, 2026 - KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today a strategic initiative within its Mission Technology Solutions business to expand digital engineering capabilities for the U.S. military, rapid more PR

TROY, Alabama, Feb. 24 -- Troy University issued the following news: * * * New research documents Sorrell College's Dr. Clint Relyea's impact and insights on global business education * For more than three decades, Dr. Clint W. Relyea has expanded global opportunities for university students across continents and cultures. Now, a leading international journal has formally documented that impact. New research published in the Journal of Management Education highlights the career and interna more PR

TROY, Alabama, Feb. 24 -- Troy University issued the following news: * * * Newly completed Troy University lake restoration adds beauty to campus and community * Troy University has taken cues from its past to create a new space that adds to the campus' beauty and provides a relaxing, scenic gathering place for students and visitors. Restoration of the University Lake was recently completed, including two waterfall features, walking trails, a lighted pedestrian bridge, a fountain feature a more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 24 (TNSFR) -- The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is reviewing an application to amend the combined license for the Vogtle Electric Generating Plant Unit 3, Burke County, Georgia. Southern Nuclear Operating Co. Inc., Birmingham, Alabama, the licensee for the facility submitted the request. The proposal seeks to delay the implementation of Amendment No. 203 for one refueling cycle. Originally issued on August 8, 2025, Amendment No. 203 required updates to the Engineered Safeguards more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 24 -- Rep. Terri Sewell, D-Alabama, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Sewell Honors the Life and Legacy of JoAnne Bland on the House Floor * Washington D.C. -Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) spoke on the House Floor to honor the life and legacy of civil rights icon, Ms. JoAnne Bland, who passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at the age of 72. A public viewing will be held on Friday, February 27 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Aubrey Larkin's Lewis Broth more PR

NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Feb. 25 -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * Aim High: Detachment 485 Is Named Air Force ROTC Team of the Year Among 145 detachments nationwide, the Ravens of Rutgers-New Brunswick have emerged as a nationally recognized top-tier program By Mike Lucas The Ravens of Rutgers University-New Brunswick are soaring - and top brass have taken notice. Detachment 485 has been named the 2025 Air Force Reserve Officers' Training Corps Team of the Year. Th more PR

ITHACA, New York, Feb. 24 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Scientists identify regenerative checkpoint that limits muscle repair * Researchers in the Division of Nutritional Sciences have identified a molecular mechanism that constrains skeletal muscle regeneration and myofiber repair, a finding that could lead to improved treatment for conditions like muscular dystrophy and severe injury. To repair muscle, muscle cells, or myocytes, fuse to one another. But the molec more PR

MONTGOMERY, Alabama, Feb. 24 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Southern Poverty Law Center posted the following news: * * * SPLC Mourns the Passing of Civil Rights Warrior Jo Ann Bland * MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Today, the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) mourns the loss of civil rights warrior Jo Ann Bland, who passed away on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026. "The state of Alabama and the country lost a life-long advocate to the Civil Rights Movement. Jo Ann Bland dedicated her life to continue the fight f more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Feb. 24 -- Texas Southern University posted the following news: * * * Texas Southern University Men's Indoor Track & Field Wins Third Straight SWAC Championship * Texas Southern won its third consecutive SWAC Indoor Track & Field Championship in Birmingham, Alabama, on Sunday. This win marks the 13 th overall indoor championship for the program. Head coach Clyde Duncan Sr. was named SWAC Men's Indoor Track & Field Coach of the Year, marking the 11 th time in his legendary c more PR

HUNTSVILLE, Alabama, Feb. 25 -- The University of Alabama issued the following news: * * * UAH and ASKA sign memorandum of agreement to explore collaboration on autonomous drive-and-fly VTOL technologies Sue O'Brien The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), a part of The University of Alabama System, and ASKA have signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) establishing a framework to explore collaborative research and development opportunities in advanced hybrid-electric, autonomous drive-a more PR

CONCORD, New Hampshire, Feb. 25 -- The University of New Hampshire School of Law issued the following news: * * * Studying Up on State Constitutions Panelists explored the enduring significance of New Hampshire's Constitution * Many Americans know little, if anything about state constitutions. And among those who do know they exist, many think they are indistinguishable from the U.S. Constitution. During a recent discussion at the UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law, panelists sought to remed more PR

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Feb. 25 -- The West Virginia Attorney General John B. McCuskey issued the following news release on Feb. 24, 2026: * * * West Virginia leads 21-state coalition urging Supreme Court to block federal rule eliminating natural gas appliances West Virginia Attorney General JB McCuskey is leading a 21-state coalition, urging the United States Supreme Court to reverse a D.C. Circuit decision that upheld sweeping Biden-era Department of Energy (DOE) efficiency standards poi more PR