COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 20 [Category: BizEnergy] -- American Electric Power Corp. posted the following news release: * * * AEP Declares Quarterly Dividend on Common Stock * COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 20, 2026 - The Board of Directors of American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of 95 cents per share on the company's common stock. The dividend is payable Sept. 10, 2026, to shareholders of record as of Aug. 10, 2026. About AEP American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) is committed to improving our customers'  more PR

COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 21 [Category: BizEnergy] -- American Electric Power Corp. posted the following news release: * * * AEP Names David Marriott and Charles Meyers to Board of Directors * COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 21, 2026 - American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) today announced that David Marriott, Chairman of the Board of Marriott International, and Charles Meyers, Executive Chairman and former President and Chief Executive Officer of Equinix, have been elected to AEP's Board of Directors (the "Board"), effective July 20. David Marriott bring more PR

WASHINGTON, July 21 (TNSLrpt) -- State Employment and Unemployment June 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics - (19 pages) * * * Unemployment rates were lower in June in 8 states, higher in 2 states, and stable in 40 states and the District of Columbia, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Thirteen states had jobless rate increases from a year earlier, 7 states had decreases, and 30 states and the District had little change. The national unemployment rate, 4.2 percent, changed little both over more PR

SOUTH CHARLESTON, West Virginia, July 21 -- BridgeValley Community and Technical College posted the following news: * * * BridgeValley Dean of Students Carla Blankenbuehler Receives the 2025 Stella Cooksey Distinguished Service Award * SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. -BridgeValley Community & Technical College is proud to announce that Dean of Students Carla Blankenbuehler has received the 2025 Stella Cooksey Distinguished Service Award, presented by the West Virginia Association of Student Personnel Administrators (WVASPA). The Stella Cooksey Di more PR

BUIES CREEK, North Carolina, July 21 -- Campbell University issued the following news: * * * 'Dr. V,' associate dean of Adult & Online Education, dies at 56 Dr. Guy Vitaglione, the assistant and associate dean of Adult & Online Education at Campbell University for the last 11 years, died on July 15 after a long and courageous battle with brain cancer. He was 56 years old. Vitaglione's career in higher education began at West Virginia University's Institute of Technology, where he was a tenured professor and founding department chair of p more PR

WASHINGTON, July 22 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Commerce Foreign-Trade Zones Board approved Subzone 240B for Pratt and Whitney Engine Services Inc. in Bridgeport, West Virginia. The application, submitted by the West Virginia Economic Development Authority, was approved on July 16, 2026, subject to the Foreign-Trade Zones Act, board regulations and FTZ 240's 2,000-acre activation limit. Elizabeth Whiteman, Executive Secretary, signed the notice. -- Kripaa Chhughani, Targeted News Service * * # * * View July 21, 2026, Federal Register more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 21 [Category: Construction] -- Associated General Contractors of America posted the following news release: * * * Construction Employment Increases In 33 States And D.C. From June 2025 To June 2026; 28 States And D.C. Add Construction Jobs From May To June * Texas and Louisiana Have the Largest Number and Percent of 12-Month Increases, While California and New Hampshire Lag; New Mexico and Texas Top Monthly Gainers, While California and Montana Have the Largest Monthly Losses  Construction employment increased in more PR

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, July 21 -- West Virginia Attorney General John B. McCuskey posted the following news release: * * * CONSUMER ALERT: Attorney General McCuskey warns consumers about "free" gas and grocery card scam mailer * West Virginia Attorney General JB McCuskey issued a consumer alert, warning West Virginians about a "free" gas and grocery card mailer that has been received by residents in recent weeks. Residents have reported receiving a postcard from "AAPP" (note: not AARP) claiming that gas and grocery vouchers were being more PR

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, July 20 -- Gov. Patrick Morrisey, R-West Virginia, issued the following news: * * * Governor Morrisey Declares State of Emergency for Barbour County Following Severe Flooding * CHARLESTON, W.Va. \- Governor Patrick Morrisey has declared a State of Emergency for Barbour County following severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall that caused significant flooding and damage across the county beginning on July 18. "When West Virginians are facing an emergency, we're going to move quickly to get the people and resources more PR

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, July 20 -- Gov. Patrick Morrisey, R-West Virginia, issued the following news: * * * Governor Morrisey Welcomes Carl Ayers as Secretary of the West Virginia Department of Human Services * CHARLESTON, W.Va. \- Governor Patrick Morrisey today welcomed Carl E. Ayers as Secretary of the West Virginia Department of Human Services. Ayers, a veteran human services administrator with nearly 30 years of leadership experience, officially began serving as Secretary today. "West Virginia's most vulnerable citizens deserve a  more PR

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, July 22 -- The city of Greensboro issued the following news: * * * GPD's Forensic Services Division Earns International Recognition The Greensboro Police Department's Forensic Services Division has been named one of only 15 forensic laboratories worldwide to receive the prestigious 2025 Foresight Maximus Award. This international distinction, which the division also earned in 2023, recognizes top-performing laboratories that operate at 90% or better of peak efficiency. The division's peak operational efficiency  more PR

COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 20 [Category: BizEnergy] -- American Electric Power Corp. posted the following news release: * * * I&M Plans for Rockport's Next Chapter as a Full-Fledged Energy Hub to Meet Customers' Needs * FORT WAYNE, Ind., July 20, 2026 - Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) is taking the next step to ensure its customers have reliable power for decades to come, while positioning Rockport, Indiana, for long-term economic success. I&M has requested approval from the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) to build a 1,520 megawatt (MW) more PR

WASHINGTON, July 22 -- Rep. David Schweikert, R-Arizona, chairman of the Joint Economic Committee, issued the following news on July 21, 2026: * * * June State Unemployment Fell in 30 States, Remained Unchanged in 14, and Increased in 7 Today, the Joint Economic Committee released its monthly State Employment Update, outlining the employment situation in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. In June, among the 50 states and the District of Columbia unemployment fell in 30, rose in 7, and remained unchanged in 14. The highest unemployme more PR

FAIRMONT, West Virginia, July 21 -- Pierpont Community and Technical College posted the following news release: * * * MCPARC Campers Discover Hand-On Learning Opportunities at Pierpont * July 21, 2026 FAIRMONT, W.Va. - Approximately 30 campers from the Marion County Parks and Recreation Commission's (MCPARC) Summer Day Camp spent the day at Pierpont Community & Technical College, taking part in hands-on activities that introduced them to healthcare, skilled trades, technology and workforce. The visit was one of many educational experienc more PR

WASHINGTON, July 22 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division published a notice announcing that the Naval Surface Technology and Innovation Consortium (NSTIC) updated its membership under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act. The filing adds 58 organizations as parties to the collaborative research venture and removes eight others. No other changes were made to the consortium's planned activities. Membership remains open, and NSTIC said it will continue filing notifications of membership changes. Suzanne  more PR

FAIRMONT, West Virginia, July 21 -- Pierpont Community and Technical College posted the following news release: * * * Pierpont Community & Technical College' Hosts Mental Health Week for LPN Students * July 21, 2026 FAIRMONT, W.Va. - Pierpont Community & Technical College's Licensed Practical Nursing Program (LPN) hosted a Mental Health Week last week, providing students with hands-on experiences designed to promote wellness, strengthen self-care practices and prepare future nurses to support patients facing mental health challenges. H more PR

NORTHRIDGE, California, July 20 -- California State University Northridge issued the following news release: * * * The SoCal Sound Now Affiliate of VuHaus Group * Media Contact: Carmen Ramos Chandler, carmen.chandler@csun.edu, (818) 677-2130 Member-supported 88.5-FM, The SoCal Sound, is the newest affiliate of the public radio organization VuHaus Group. The SoCal Sound's local page now appears on the NPR Live Sessions website with their unique, local, and engaging music video content. The SoCal Sound joins the most influential public me more PR

WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Wasserman Schultz Calls on FIU to Rescind Punishment of Student ICE Protest * Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) called on Florida International University (FIU) to rescind its disciplinary actions against students who engaged in silent protest against the university's voluntary collaboration with ICE enforcement on campus. In March, seven students engaged in a silent protest at a school event. Recent more PR

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, July 22 -- The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection issued the following news: * * * WVDEP's REAP Program Awards More Than $56,000 for Litter Control Grants The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection's (WVDEP) Rehabilitation Environmental Action Plan (REAP) has awarded $56,217.64 in Litter Control Matching Grants to strengthen anti-litter efforts across the state. Among the 15 recipients for FY2027 are county solid waste authorities, county commissions, and municipalities. Berkeley  more PR