RALEIGH, North Carolina, Aug. 19 -- The North Carolina Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * "Michael Whatley Accepted Thousands From Duke Energy As It Seeks To Raise Rates" * New reporting reveals DC insider and former Duke Energy lobbyist Michael Whatley has accepted thousands of dollars in campaign cash from Duke Energy. Meanwhile, North Carolina families are facing sky high energy bills and speaking out against Duke's proposed rate hikes. It's not just Whatley's campaign getting richer from Duke - it's Whatley's own bottom  more PR

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Aug. 20 -- The University of North Carolina Charlotte campus posted the following news release: * * * 2026 Dean's Prize recipients honored for outstanding research * The UNC Charlotte Honors College recently recognized honors students Morgan Barnette, Tairen Fenhoff, Annabelle Hill and Benjamin Ward as the 2026 Dean's Prize recipients for outstanding honors capstone theses and projects. To be eligible for nomination for the Dean's Prize, candidates must be in good standing with their honors program, maintain a m more PR

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, Aug. 19 -- North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University posted the following news: * * * A&T Launches 2026-27 School Year, Ascendant as a Research University * A student researcher presents her work at a research symposium poster session. EAST GREENSBORO, N.C. (Aug. 19, 2026) - North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University starts what many believe will be a consequential new school year today with strong momentum as an exponential doctoral research university. Just last week, the univ more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 18 -- Alston and Bird, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Alston & Bird Earns Broad Recognition in 2026 IAM Patent 1000 For the fifteenth consecutive year, Alston & Bird has been recognized as a global leader in patent law by Intellectual Asset Management in its annual IAM Patent 1000 - The World's Leading Patent Professionals. In addition to Alston & Bird's 22 individually ranked lawyers, the firm earned four practice rankings across the United States. Ranked practices: * Georgia: Firms (Prosecuti more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following commentary by Director of Media Logan Sekulow: * * * Bombshell Evidence Revealed in Comey's "86 47" Post New evidence has been released in the criminal case against former FBI Director James Comey over his "86 47" post about President Trump. Just two minutes before the post, Comey's wife reportedly texted him a definition of "86" meaning "to get rid of." Now the DOJ argues there is "no serious dispute" the post could be interpreted as a threat against Presid more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Aug. 21 -- ARAMARK, a provider of food, facilities, refreshments, hospitality and supply chain services, issued the following news release: * * * Aramark Expands NCAA Presence through New Partnerships with Florida State University and Texas State University Ahead of 2026 Season Growth Across NCAA Athletics Highlights Aramark's Integrated Approach to Game-Day Hospitality, Culinary Innovation, and Student-Athlete Nutrition - As the 2026 NCAA season opens, Aramark has widened its collegiate footprint through new pa more PR

PHOENIX, Arizona, Aug. 20 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Mayes, Bipartisan Coalition Secure $700 Million Google Settlement Over App Store Monopoly A federal court this week approved a $700 million settlement in a multistate antitrust lawsuit against Google. The lawsuit challenged Google's control over Android app distribution and in-app payments. The approval of the settlement ends a five-year case and gives relief to consumers nationwide who were affected by Google's actions. more PR

FORT BRAGG, North Carolina, Aug. 20 -- The U.S. Army Reserve Command issued the following commentary: * * * The Army Azimuth: Vice Chief of Staff of the Army releases strategic direction for U.S. Army By Gen. Christopher C. LaNeve, 40th Vice Chief of Staff of the Army Since 1775, the United States Army has defended our republic and carried the torch of liberty through suffering and sacrifice. From the frozen Delaware at Trenton to the bluffs of Normandy, the jungles of Guadalcanal, and the winter hills of Chosin, American Soldiers faced en more PR

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, Aug. 21 -- Bennett College issued the following news: * * * Bennett Belle Stephanie Mardis '00 Named Chief of Police for the City of Durham Bennett College is proud to celebrate one of its own. Stephanie Mardis '00 has been selected as the next Chief of Police for the City of Durham, marking a historic milestone in a career built on dedication, leadership, and service. With 24 years of law enforcement experience, Chief Mardis has spent her career rising through the ranks while never losing sight of the values she more PR

FRANKLIN LAKES, New Jersey, Aug. 21 -- Children's Health Defense, an organization that says it restores and protects the health of children by eliminating exposures to environmental toxins, issued the following news on Aug. 20, 2026: * * * Sanofi Didn't Follow Protocol in RSV Vaccine Clinical Trial That Led to Infant Death Sanofi shut down its RSV vaccine trial for infants and toddlers in 2024 after a baby died. It was later determined that the baby had an underlying congenital heart defect, which should have disqualified the infant from par more PR

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Aug. 20 [Category: Sports] -- The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association issued the following news: * * * CIAA Football Officials Celebrate Milestones and Successes While Preparing for 2026 Season * DURHAM, N.C. (August 20, 2026)- The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA(r)) recently welcomed its football officiating crews to Durham, North Carolina, for the 2026 CIAA Fall Football Officials Clinic and Awards Banquet, an annual professional development and training opportunity designed to prepar more PR

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, Aug. 21 -- The city of Greensboro issued the following news: * * * City of Greensboro's 5-year Housing Initiative Surpasses 40% in First Year-and-a-Half The City of Greensboro has reached a major milestone in its "Road to 10,000" housing initiative, surpassing 40% of its total goal in just 18 months. With 4,071 new homes now either completed or under construction, the City is pacing ahead of schedule to deliver 10,000 new housing units across all affordability levels by 2030. The initiative directly supports Visi more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release on Aug. 20, 2026: * * * Republican Corruption Creates Major Midterm Liabilities for GOP Senate Candidates With less than three months until the midterm elections, new reporting highlights how Democratic candidates are taking on corruption, which is "shaping up to be a major campaign battlefront." Across the country, voters are expressing anger and concern about "the elite and the wealthy... and those close to power getting ahead or benefit more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Aug. 19 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * Director of FSU's Claude Pepper Center elected to Gerontological Society of America board * Dawn C. Carr, director of Florida State University's Claude Pepper Center and Mildred and Claude Pepper Professor of Sociology in the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy, has been elected to the board of directors of the Gerontological Society of America (GSA), one of the world's largest interdisciplinary organizations devoted to the study of aging. C more PR

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Aug. 21 -- Duke Energy issued the following news release: * * * Duke Energy Florida builds student interest in energy careers through Youth Energy Academy * Job openings within the energy sector projected to increase, creating a gap in the workforce * More than 200 students participated in this year's events, increasing their interest in utility careers - ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Duke Energy Florida and more than 20 neighboring utilities, education institutions and community organizations recently completed six su more PR

CONWAY, Arkansas, Aug. 20 -- The University of Central Arkansas posted the following news: * * * Eight cadets graduate from U.S. Air Force flight training program at UCA Aviation Academy * UCA program achieves only 100% completion rate for cadets nationwide (from left): Gennaro Scarfogliero of Valdosta, Georgia; George Moore of Raven, Virginia; Cecil Johnson of Simi Valley, California; Caden Heyen of Edmond, Oklahoma; Wesley Grigartis of Lawndale, North Carolina; Nathan Alden of London, England; Maverick Adams of Simi Valley, California; A more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * The National Park Service is soliciting electronic comments on the significance of properties nominated before August 8, 2026, for listing or related actions in the National Register of Historic Places. Comments are due on September 4, 2026, according to a Federal Register notice. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The properties listed in this notice are being considered for listing or related actions more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond issued the following Regional Matters analysis by Kyle DeMaria and Halina de Jong-Lambert: * * * Tracking a Decade of Growth in Rural Registered Apprenticeships Introduction Apprenticeship is a compelling workforce development model for rural communities looking to grow and retain local talent. However, little is known about how common apprenticeship is in rural communities. In this post/1, we look at the past 10 years of data on Registered Apprenticeship statewide and nati more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The Senate Budget Committee released the following testimony by Jonathan Ingram, vice president of policy and research at the Foundation for Government Accountability, from an Aug. 4, 2026, hearing entitled "Medicaid: The Reality": * * * Chairman Johnson, Ranking Member Merkley, and members of the Committee, thank you for hosting this important hearing. I am Jonathan Ingram, the Vice President of Policy and Research at the Foundation for Government Accountability (FGA). FGA has worked with policymakers across the count more PR

FORT BRAGG, North Carolina, Aug. 19 -- The U.S. Army Reserve Command issued the following news: * * * From Dusty Hillside to Hub of Readiness: State-of-the-Art Army Reserve Center Opens at Camp Williams * CAMP WILLIAMS, Utah - A once dusty, vacant hillside at Camp Williams, Utah, has been transformed into a cutting edge Army Reserve complex ready to serve thousands of Soldiers. But the new facility represents more than concrete, steel and additional square footage. It brings new capabilities, improved access to training and a permanent hom more PR

FORT BRAGG, North Carolina, Aug. 20 -- The U.S. Army Reserve Command issued the following news: * * * From molars to mechanics: Army Reserve dental specialist pursues future in physics, engineering * FORT BELVOIR, Va. - For Spc. Bradley Rangel, serving as an Army Reserve dental specialist and studying theoretical physics and mechanical engineering represent two different areas of his life, but his plans for the future could bring the two closer together. Rangel, a 68E dental specialist assigned to the 491st Medical Company Area Support in  more PR

BOILING SPRINGS, North Carolina, Aug. 20 -- Gardner-Webb University posted the following news: * * * Gardner-Webb Celebrates Faith, Learning and Achievement During Fall Convocation * #Teaching Excellence Award Recipient Dr. Paula Qualls Challenges Community to 'Cultivate Good Soil' While University Honors Top Students and Scholars BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.-The Gardner-Webb University community celebrated the formal opening of the academic year with Fall Convocation on Aug. 19. Led by Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Nicole Wa more PR

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, California, Aug. 21 -- Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, issued the following news release on Aug. 20, 2026: * * * Genentech Announces Manufacturing Expansion in Hillsboro, Oregon * New device fill-finish facility will advance Genentech's efforts to build end-to-end U.S. drug manufacturing capabilities, supporting a more secure and resilient domestic medicine supply chain * Approximately $750 million investment will double the size of the existing facility, is expected to create 250 high-wage manufacturing jobs,  more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The Senate Budget Committee released the following testimony by Andy Schneider, research professor of the practice at the Georgetown University McCourt School of Public Policy and the Center for Children and Families, from an Aug. 4, 2026, hearing entitled "Medicaid: The Reality": * * * Good morning, Chairman Johnson, Ranking Member Merkley, and members of the Committee. My name is Andy Schneider and I am a Research Professor of the Practice at the Georgetown University McCourt School of Public Policy and the Center fo more PR

DURHAM, North Carolina, Aug. 19 -- North Carolina Central University issued the following news: * * * Gipson Rankin Appointed Interim Associate Dean * North Carolina Central University School of Law has named Sonia M. Gipson Rankin interim associate dean for technology and innovation. Gipson Rankin, who joined the NCCU School of Law faculty in August, teaches Torts I and leads the law school's Technology Law and Policy Center. She brings extensive experience at the intersection of law, technology and higher education, as well as nine years more PR

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Aug. 19 -- Gov. Josh Stein, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Stein Delivers School Supplies to W.M. Irvin Elementary School * Today Governor Josh Stein visited W.M. Irvin Elementary School in Concord to deliver school supplies collected by the Governor's Office during the annual Governor's School Supply Drive. During back-to-school season, Governor Stein is also highlighting the state budget's investments in raising teacher pay and expanding programs that improve student outcomes.  more PR

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, Aug. 21 -- The city of Greensboro issued the following news: * * * City Receives $1.2 Million Grant to Strengthen Urban Tree Canopy The project area covers 32 census tracts identified as high-need. - The City of Greensboro has been awarded $1,285,200 to care for and plant trees on public property in parts of the city facing the greatest need. The Tree Maintenance and Planting Project includes a detailed inventory of public trees, maintenance such as pruning and the removal of hazardous trees, and the planting o more PR

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, Aug. 21 -- The city of Greensboro issued the following news: * * * Public Input Sought on Impact of New Housing Projects The City's Neighborhood Development Department is asking for public comment on an Environmental Review Record (ERR) for new residential construction projects and its subsequent request for federal funds for the project. Read the City's notice of intent (https://www.greensboro-nc.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/67893/639226620847669578) for both issues. This involves new construction of six singl more PR

HIGH POINT, North Carolina, Aug. 20 -- High Point University issued the following news release: * * * High Point University Begins New Semester with Largest Total Enrollment in School History * The 2026-2027 academic year kicks off with record enrollment, more graduate students, new faculty and an impressive lineup of Commencement speakers. HIGH POINT, N.C., Aug. 20, 2026 - High Point University's campus is buzzing with excitement after a record 6,561 students arrived for the new academic year. HPU's new total enrollment is the largest in more PR

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Aug. 20 -- Gov. Josh Stein, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * In NC Strong Update, Governor Stein Highlights Investments in Student and Teacher Success * Today as students and teachers prepare to return to classrooms across North Carolina, Governor Josh Stein held his latest NC Strong Update to highlight how the state is investing in student learning and teacher recruitment and retention. Governor Stein welcomed a student, teacher, and principal to underscore the importance of these investme more PR

MARYVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 20 -- Maryville College posted the following news: * * * Maryville College welcomes 10 new faculty members for the 2026-27 academic year * As Maryville College welcomes students back to campus for the 2026-27 academic year, 10 new faculty members will join the ranks of those delivering the College's prestigious liberal arts education across a variety of disciplines. Five visiting lecturers, three lecturers and three assistant professors bring the total faculty count to 79, according to the Division of Academic Af more PR

DURHAM, North Carolina, Aug. 21 -- The American Association of Independent Professional Baseball issued the following news release: * * * Mears Nears Homer Mark, American Association Adds SI TV As Broadcast Partner: 10 Things to Know in the AAPB This Week Triple Crown Also in Reach for Lake Country Slugger; Milwaukee Nears Playoff Clincher with 18 Games to Play in Regular Season - MOORHEAD, Minn. - While a lot of the home run talk around the American Association of Professional Baseball (AAPB) has been about the all-time chase between Jose more PR

MILLERSVILLE, Pennsylvania, Aug. 19 -- Millersville University posted the following news: * * * Meet the Incoming Class of Fall 2026 * With classes starting on Monday, Aug. 24, the campus is buzzing with the sights and sounds of over 1,000 new undergraduate students pushing carts and unpacking cars as they file into their new home away from home: Millersville University. To get to know the new kids on campus, take a look at some of the data on the incoming class for Fall 2026. #UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS Of the 8,840 applications received at  more PR

NORFOLK, Virginia, Aug. 20 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sentara Healthcare posted the following news: * * * Meet the two women running Sentara Health's largest and busiest market * When Newsweek named Sentara Health one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women in 2026, it raised a natural question: what does that look like in practice? Part of the answer can be found in Sentara's Southeast market, the health system's largest and busiest region, where two seasoned women executives are running five hospitals across Norfolk, Virginia Beach, a more PR

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Aug. 21 -- North Carolina State University issued the following news release: * * * NC State and Faculty Member Launch Officially Licensed Barbeque Sauce NC State University and Chris DePerno, professor of fisheries, wildlife and conservation biology, are bringing Wolfpack pride to tables, tailgates and grills with the launch of NC State Slobberin' Sauce, an officially licensed barbeque sauce created in collaboration with DePerno, founder of Dr. D's Original Barbeque Sauce. Launching August 20, the co-branded sauce  more PR

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Aug. 18 -- North Carolina State Auditor Dave Boliek issued the following statement: * * * Statement on Veto of House Bill 958 State Auditor Dave Boliek issued the following statement on the veto of House Bill 958: "Post-election audits are a commonsense, objective way to boost public confidence in our elections. These examinations of election systems and controls are an additional layer of accountability that should be welcomed. "The Governor incorrectly claims election administration has been politicized. Election more PR

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Aug. 20 -- The North Carolina Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * NEW OP-ED: "Chemours Donations Raise Questions About Whatley" * Fayetteville Observer: "We believe Whatley has been a complete failure when it comes to defending us or calling for accountability for corporate polluters like Chemours." In a new op-ed in the Fayetteville Observer, the co-founders of Clean Cape Fear are slamming Michael Whatley for putting his Chemours donors ahead of North Carolina families. Whatley took the max donation more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49124) on August 11, 2026, entitled "New World Screwworm - Background and Issues for Congress:" (Continued from Part 1 of 2) * * * Research and Technology Development USDA research related to NWS involves multiple agencies and partners supporting both operational eradication programs and long-term preparedness. APHIS conducts operational research and collaborates on surveillance, sterile fly production, and eradication activities. The Agr more PR

ROXBORO, North Carolina, Aug. 20 -- Piedmont Community College issued the following news: * * * PCC Earns CAAHEP Reaccreditation for Paramedic Program Piedmont Community College (PCC) is proud to announce that its paramedic education program has been awarded reaccreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). This prestigious accreditation underscores PCC's commitment to providing high-quality education and training that meets the national quality assurance standards established by CAAHEP. CAAHE more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 20 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Pinnacle Financial Partners, an asset regional bank that says it provides banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services, posted the following news release: * * * Pinnacle Financial Partners invests $2 million to support affordable housing in Jacksonville * New investment strengthens community development and expands access to capital JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Aug. 20, 2026 - Pinnacle Financial Partners has invested $2 million in the Jacksonville Growth and more PR

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Aug. 20 -- Ohio State University posted the following news: * * * Preschool teachers overwhelmingly support play-based learning, study finds * COLUMBUS, Ohio -Thinkers from Plato to Maria Montessori have championed play as one of the most powerful ways that young children learn and grow. American preschool teachers overwhelmingly agree -but a new study finds that teachers in urban settings feel less family support for play-based learning than their suburban counterparts. The study, published in the Early Childhood Education more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 [Category: Political] -- The Human Rights Campaign posted the following news release: * * * Record Breaking: LGBTQ+ Adults Now 12% of Population; Greater than 10% in 40 of 50 States * HRC Foundation analysis of U.S. Census Bureau Data finds a record-high 25.6 million people now identify as LGBTQ+ Heading into the midterms, the LGBTQ+ community makes up a powerful voting bloc that is younger and more influential than ever before WASHINGTON -The Human Rights Campaign Foundation today released updated population estimate more PR

WILMINGTON, North Carolina, Aug. 20 -- The University of North Carolina Wilmington campus posted the following news: * * * Rezek Appointed Associate Provost for Global Partnerships and International Education * Jon Rezek has been appointed the associate provost for global partnerships and international education at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Following a national search, Rezek comes to UNCW from East Carolina University where he serves as associate provost for global affairs. His appointment with UNCW will begin Sept. 15.  more PR

CARY, North Carolina, Aug. 21 (TNSrep) -- SAS Institute, a business analytics software and services provider, issued the following news release: * * * SAS and AWS bring new insights to AI Enterprise Conference 2026 Leaders from both companies to discuss AI, trust and governance alongside breaking research - SAS, a global leader in data and AI, and Amazon Web Services (AWS) will join forces at the AI Enterprise Conference to tackle the topic dominating nearly every AI conversation: trust, how to earn it and how to keep it. At the Sept. 1 e more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Sen. Ted Budd, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Budd Secures F-15EX Aircraft for Seymour Johnson Air Force Base * Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senator Ted Budd (R-N.C.), member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after receiving notice from Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink that Seymour Johnson Air Force Base (AFB) will be the recipient of modernized F-15EX aircraft procured through the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. In a statement following confirmation  more PR

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Aug. 20 -- The University of North Carolina Charlotte campus posted the following news release: * * * Simulation-based learning enhances classroom experience for nursing students * Novant Health recently announced a $500,000 investment in the UNC Charlotte School of Nursing's simulation labs. The state-of-the-art labs give students hands-on experience as they learn and master nursing skills, medical equipment and the latest technology. Melinda Pierce, simulation and interdisciplinary practice coordinator and seni more PR

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Aug. 21 (TNSletter) -- Southern Environmental Law Center issued the following letter with six organizations to North Carolina National Forest Supervisor James Melonas and Grandfather District Ranger Nick Larson. * * * Here is the text of the letter: August 13, 2026 James Melonas Forest Supervisor National Forests in North Carolina 160 Zillicoa St., Suite A Asheville, NC 28801 james.melonas@usda.gov - Nick Larson District Ranger Grandfather Ranger District Pisgah National Forest 109 E. Lawing Drive Nebo more PR

ELIZABETH CITY, North Carolina, Aug. 20 -- Elizabeth City State University posted the following news: * * * Statesville Emerges as Next Stop in ECSU's Growing Aviation Network * Elizabeth City, N.C. - Elizabeth City State University (ECSU) is taking another step toward building a statewide aviation network, with a $1.6 million investment to expand its apron at the Statesville Regional Airport. The project will help lay the groundwork for a future aviation hub and expand flight training opportunities. The funding approved for improvements a more PR

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, Aug. 20 -- The University of New Mexico posted the following news: * * * SW EFC secures $7 million EPA award to support small water systems * The Southwest Environmental Finance Center (SW EFC) at The University of New Mexico, recently received a new cooperative agreement awarded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Real Water Technical Assistance (RealWaterTA) Initiative. The award, totaling more than $7 million, will be used to provide technical assistance and training to improve the ability more PR

MADISON, New Jersey, Aug. 20 -- Drew University posted the following news: * * * The Rev. Dr. Meredith Hoxie Schol to Lead Drew Theological School * #Hoxie Schol assumed her term on July 1 August 2026 - Drew University is pleased to appoint the Rev. Dr. Meredith Hoxie Schol to lead Drew Theological School, effective July 1. Enlarge Hoxie Schol joined Drew in 2018 as Director of Doctoral Studies and Assistant Teaching Professor of Religious Education and Leadership. Under her leadership, Drew's Doctor of Ministry (DMin) and Doctor of Phi more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation issued the following news release: * * * Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Delivers Nearly $615 Million to Improve Airports Across 42 States and Two Territories * USDOT will fund 238 grants to modernize and reinforce infrastructure at airports nationwide WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced a $615 million investment to improve runway and taxiway infrastructure, invest in family-friendly features in terminals, and support criti more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration issued the following news release: * * * Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Delivers Nearly $615 Million to Improve Airports Across 42 States and Two Territories * WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced a $615 million investment to improve runway and taxiway infrastructure, invest in family-friendly features in terminals, and support critical airfield safety upgrades in 42 states and two territories more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 20 -- The University of Chicago Medicine issued the following news release: * * * UChicago Medicine names Gina Cronin as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer * The University of Chicago Medicine has named Gina M. Cronin, MHA, FACHE, as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, effective October 19, 2026. Cronin will lead enterprise-wide human resources operations and strategy across the South Side-based academic health system. Her leadership will support UChicago Medicine's continue more PR

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Aug. 20 -- The University of North Carolina Charlotte campus posted the following news release: * * * UNC Charlotte again named one of North Carolina's best employers * For the eighth year in a row, UNC Charlotte has been named to the 2026 America's Best Employers by State list by Forbes, which released its rankings on Aug. 13. Only 100 employers in North Carolina made this year's list; including nine in the education sector. For the ranking, Forbes and market research firm Statista surveyed more than 245,000 em more PR

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Aug. 20 -- The University of North Carolina Charlotte campus posted the following news release: * * * UNC Charlotte, Novant partner to support workforce development and campus well-being * Novant Health is investing $500,000 in UNC Charlotte to expand experiential learning excellence, advance workforce innovation and strengthen faculty and staff well-being. This commitment reflects Novant Health's continued focus on building a stronger healthcare system across the region. The investment will support UNC Charlott more PR

CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina, Aug. 21 (TNSjou) -- The University of North Carolina School of Medicine issued the following news: * * * UNC Researchers Identify Dietary Oxalate as a Hidden Driver of Gut Inflammation UNC School of Medicine researchers have identified dietary oxalate a compound found in all plant foods as a potential exacerbating factor in inflammatory bowel disease. Led by postdoctoral scholar Anna Salvador in the Sheikh Lab, the study is the first to use DNA metabarcoding to assess diet in IBD patients and links impaired oxala more PR

CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina, Aug. 21 (TNSjou) -- The University of North Carolina School of Medicine issued the following news: * * * UNC Study Finds Mediterranean-Style Eating Supports Weight Loss and Improves Diet Quality Participants who followed a Mediterranean-style plan tailored for the Southeast not only kept weight off, but also ate better in ways that may help prevent chronic disease. Researchers from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and collaborating institutions have shown that a Mediterranean-style eating pattern  more PR

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, Aug. 20 -- The University of North Carolina Greensboro campus posted the following Q&A involving Nir Kshetri, professor of management at Bryan School of Business and Economics: * * * UNCG Expert Weighs in on AI's Environmental Impact * Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to raise questions about energy consumption and water use, but Dr. Nir Kshetri believes people should keep an open mind about this powerful problem-solving tool. As the Charles A. Hayes Distinguished Professor at UNC Greensboro's Bryan School  more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 [Category: Education] -- The United Negro College Fund issued the following news release: * * * UNCF Charlotte to Host 24th Annual Maya Angelou Women Who Lead Hat Luncheon to Raise Funds for College Students * #One of Charlotte's largest annual women's luncheon fundraisers will honor local women, HBCUs UNCF Charlotte will host its 24th Annual Maya Angelou Women Who Lead Luncheon, Presented by Wells Fargo, on Saturday, Sept. 19. Known as one of Charlotte's largest annual women's luncheon fundraisers, the event supports  more PR

MOUNT OLIVE, North Carolina, Aug. 21 -- The University of Mount Olive issued the following news: * * * University of Mount Olive Reading Clinic Awarded Grant for Fourth Consecutive Year The University of Mount Olive Reading Clinic has been awarded a $63,200 grant from the Anonymous Trust for the 2026-2027 year, marking the fourth consecutive year the program has received funding. The clinic, which launched in 2023, provides individualized literacy support to elementary students while giving UMO education majors hands-on clinical training. I more PR

DUNEDIN, New Zealand, Aug. 20 (TNSjou) -- The University of Otago issued the following news release: * * * Otago researchers uncover genetic clues to eating disorders A landmark international study involving University of Otago research and hundreds of New Zealand participants has identified distinct genetic signatures for binge eating and anorexia nervosa, challenging the traditional view of eating disorders as primarily psychological illnesses. Led by researchers at King's College London and the University of North Carolina, the study is  more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following Q&A on Aug. 19, 2026, involving Todd Haymore, a new member of the board of the directors of the Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges: * * * Todd Haymore, who served as VCU rector, joins board of Association of Governing Boards The VCU alum and former Board of Visitors leader discusses higher education governance, affordability and what he learned during eight years of service to the university. - Todd Haymore, who served eight years more PR

LEXINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Washington and Lee University issued the following news: * * * W&L Welcomes New Fixed-Term Faculty, Fellows and Assistant Coaches Twenty-eight new faculty and staff members are joining the university this year. By Brian Laubscher Washington and Lee University has welcomed 28 fixed-term faculty members, fellows and coaches to new positions across the College, the Williams School and the Law School this fall. These new additions are: * Emma Aldrich '22, Visiting Assistant Professor of Physics and Engineering more PR