AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 20 [Category: BiLaw/Legal] -- Jackson Walker, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * 'The Best Lawyers in America' Features 359 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2027 Edition, Including 12 "Lawyers of the Year" and 122 "Ones to Watch" * The Best Lawyers in America, a widely regarded guide to legal excellence, has recognized 359 Jackson Walker attorneys across 82 specialty practice areas in its 2027 edition, including 12 Lawyers of the Year and 122 Ones to Watch. Best Lawyers listings are based on an exhaustive peer revie more PR

LYNCHBURG, Virginia, Aug. 19 -- The University of Lynchburg posted the following news: * * * 500+ welcomed to Lynchburg at New Student Convocation * The University of Lynchburg held its annual New Student Convocation on Wednesday morning, Aug. 19, on the Dell in front of Hopwood Hall. Over the past week, more than 500 new students have arrived on campus. Of these, 419 are first-year students and 82 are transfers. The new students hail from 16 countries and 29 U.S. states. In her first Convocation as Lynchburg's president, Dr. Sally Selden more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Virginia issued the following news release: * * * Federal judge rules Virginia may no longer deny registration for hundreds of thousands of disenfranchised voters A federal judge issued a new order this week in King v. Youngkin, a class action lawsuit filed by ACLU of Virginia, Protect Democracy, and WilmerHale, explicitly ruling that Virginians with convictions for all but 11 specific felonies should be able to register to vote, paving the way for hundreds of thousands of  more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 19 [Category: National Defense] -- The Air and Space Forces Association posted the following news release: * * * AFA Announces Top STEM Educators for 2026 * The Air & Space Forces Association (AFA), in partnership with Rolls-Royce, proudly announces the 2026 national winners of the Thompson-Mallett National Teacher of the Year award, recognizing three extraordinary educators for their innovative contributions to aerospace-focused STEM education. Through creativity, hands-on learning, and strong community partnershi more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 19 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP on Pritzker Toll Increase: Pure Springfield Cronyism * SPRINGFIELD, IL -Governor J.B. Pritzker has once again gotten his way at the expense of Illinois taxpayers. This afternoon, the Illinois Tollway board, hand-picked by Pritzker, unanimously approved the increases. The 57% increase will cost a commuter who passes through two tolls a day, 5 days a week, approximately $225 starting in 2027. AFP-IL Deputy State Dire more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 19 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-AZ Applauds Arizona Supreme Court Ruling Keeping Prop 212 Off the Ballot, Protecting ESAs for More Than 103,000 Students * PHOENIX, AZ -The Arizona Supreme Court yesterday invalidated nearly 70,000 signatures submitted for Proposition 212, all but guaranteeing the union-backed measure will not appear on the November ballot. The court cited duplicate signatures, circulators with criminal histories, and failures to co more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 20 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-OH Congratulates The Buckeye Institute on Templeton Freedom Award Nomination for Ending Ohio's Utility Bailouts * COLUMBUS, OH -Americans for Prosperity-Ohio (AFP-OH) today congratulated The Buckeye Institute on being named one of six global finalists for Atlas Network's 2026 Templeton Freedom Award, recognition earned for research that helped end the utility subsidies Ohio families had been paying through mandatory more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 19 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-WY Celebrates Primary Wins of Endorsed Candidates * CHEYENNE, WY - Americans for Prosperity-Wyoming (AFP-WY) celebrated the victory of 13 of its endorsed candidates in their primary races on Tuesday night, clearing the way for transformative policy reforms in the 2027 state legislative session. As the Cowboy State's premier grassroots organization, AFP-WY mobilized its statewide network of activists and volunteers  more PR

GERMANTOWN, Maryland, Aug. 20 [Category: BizEngineering] -- Amentum, a provider of technical and engineering services, issued the following news release: * * * Amentum Wins $974M Center Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering Contract at NASA Langley Research Center * CHANTILLY, Va., August 20, 2026 - Amentum (NYSE: AMTM) has been awarded the Center Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering II (CMOE II) contract at NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia, a renowned hub for scientific discovery and innovation. The award reaffirms  more PR

LA GRANGE PARK, Illinois, Aug. 19 [Category: Energy] -- The American Nuclear Society posted the following news: * * * ANS-sponsored 2026 WISE interns reflect on experiences in D.C. * This summer, two American Nuclear Society student members were supported by the Society in the Washington Internship for Students of Engineering (WISE) Program. Those student members were Bradford Arnold and Blake Bird, each of whom had the opportunity to spend nine weeks in Washington, D.C., learning about the complex intersection between technology and polic more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Aug. 19 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * Army develops ultra-light vehicle for changing battlefields * FORT BELVOIR, Virginia - Getting troops and equipment across the battlefield is a vital part of every theater operation -soldiers and their kits, as well as spare ammunition and other supplies, all need to arrive quickly, with nothing left behind -or risk jeopardizing the mission. The Joint Light Tactical Vehicle and Humvee have done a great job  more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission issued the following news release on Aug. 20, 2026: * * * ASMFC Stock Assessment Happenings Upcoming Meetings: Atlantic Striped Bass Assessment Workshop, Cobia Methods Workshop, and Spot Stock Assessment Committee Planning Meetings - The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission's stock assessment staff, working in conjunction with state and federal stock assessment scientists, continue to make progress on a number benchmark stock assessments. Additionally, more PR

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Aug. 20 -- University of Virginia Health posted the following news release: * * * Autism Research Tool Uncovers How Nature, Nurture Shape Risk * A powerful new research tool from a University of Virginia School of Medicine scientist and colleagues is set to advance our understanding of how genetics and environment contribute to autism risk. UVA's Ziqiao Wang, PhD, and collaborators at Johns Hopkins have assembled a "statistical framework" called PGS-TRI that can untangle the complex web of genetic and environment more PR

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Aug. 19 -- The Defense Health Agency issued the following news: * * * Bringing healing home: The impact of the circuit-rider surgeon at JBER * JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas - For military families stationed at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, the geographic isolation of the "Last Frontier" can present unique medical logistical challenges. Historically, when a service member or dependent required highly specialized surgical care, the standard protocol involved sending the patient Temporary Duty thousands of m more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 20 -- The Consumer Technology Association issued the following news release on Aug. 19, 2026: * * * CES Asia Unveiled Expands to Hong Kong on the Road to CES 2027 As part of the Hong Kong Electronics Fair, the event serves as a bridge between Hong Kong's innovation ecosystem and CES's global network - The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)(R), owner and producer of CES(R), announces an event at the Hong Kong Electronics Fair Autumn Edition - CES AsiaTM Unveiled Hong Kong. CES Asia Unveiled Hong Kong will take p more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 20 -- The Consumer Technology Association issued the following news release on Aug. 19, 2026: * * * CES Asia Unveiled Seoul Heads to KES on the Road to CES 2027 With KEA, CES strengthens regional engagement and spotlights global innovation at KES - The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)(R), owner and producer of CES(R), announces CES Asia(TM) Unveiled Seoul, in partnership with the Korea Electronics Association (KEA) during KES Oct. 13-16 at the COEX Convention & Exhibition Center. Building on Korea's strong pa 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

ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 20 [Category: BizMedia] -- CNN posted the following news: * * * CNN BRINGS FARM AID LIVE TO AUDIENCES NATIONWIDE ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 AT 7PM ET * August 20th, 2026 FEATURING LIVE PERFORMANCES FROM FARM AID BOARD MEMBERS: WILLIE NELSON, NEIL YOUNG, JOHN MELLENCAMP, DAVE MATTHEWS, MARGO PRICE AND NATHANEL RATELIFF NEW YORK -(August 20, 2026) -Following last year's live presentation, CNN will once again partner with Farm Aid to bring the annual music festival to audiences across its platforms. Farm Aid 2026: Musi more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 [Category: Business] -- NetChoice, a coalition of trade associations that says it makes the internet safe for free enterprise and expression, posted the following news release: * * * Commonwealth Economics Partners: New Economic Study Says Data Centers Would Deliver Hundreds of Millions in Tax Revenue for Kentucky Communities * FRANKFORT, Ky. -In collaboration with Commonwealth Economics Partners, NetChoice released a new report, "Potential Kentucky Data Center Sites by Region: State & Local Economic & Fiscal Impact Anal more PR

LEXINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Washington and Lee University issued the following news: * * * Convocation to Kick Off New Academic Year at Washington and Lee The event will be held at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 2 on the Front Lawn with remarks by Interim President Kenneth P. Ruscio '76. By Brian Laubscher The Washington and Lee University community is invited to celebrate a new academic year with Convocation at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2, on the Front Lawn. Dinner will follow on Stemmons Plaza. This event is a great opportunity to meet the first-y more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on Aug. 19, 2026: * * * Democratic Leaders, Northern Virginia Representatives Open Investigation Into ICE Agents Threatening U.S. Citizen With Gun In Northern Virginia House Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Jamie Raskin (D-MD), House Oversight Committee Ranking Member Robert Garcia (D-CA), and House Homeland Security Committee Ranking Member Bennie Thompson (D-MS), along with Northern Virginia Representat 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

JOHNSON CITY, Tennessee, Aug. 20 -- East Tennessee State University posted the following news: * * * ETSU to host regional conference on healthy aging * Supporting healthy aging takes more than healthcare alone. It requires collaboration among caregivers, health professionals, community organizations and older adults themselves. To help foster those conversations, East Tennessee State University's Office of Professional Development will host "The State of Aging in East Tennessee: Older but Better" on Wednesday, Sept. 16, bringing together more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is providing public notice each week, for four consecutive weeks, of receipt and availability of an application for renewal of early site permit (ESP) ESP-003 for the North Anna ESP site from Virginia Electric and Power Company, doing business as (dba) Dominion Energy Virginia. Renewal of the ESP would allow the licensee to reference ESP-003 in a construction permit (CP) or combined license (COL) application for an additional 20-year period beyond the period specified i more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 (TNSinfo) -- The National Science Foundation issued the following information collection: * * * The National Science Foundation (NSF), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, is announcing an opportunity for public comment on a collection of information by the Agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), Federal Agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, and to allow 60 days for public comment in respons more PR

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Aug. 20 -- The Defense Health Agency issued the following news: * * * Federal supply chain excellence awards Womack's commitment to excellence * FORT BRAGG, N.C. -Womack Army Medical Center has never been at a loss for recognition of greatness and its latest award is a testimony to that. Brandy Mitchell, Womack's Supply Chain Clinical Analyst, received on behalf of the medical center, the inaugural 2026 Association for Health Care Resource & Materials Management Federal Supply Chain Excellence Award at a group confer more PR

TYSONS, Virginia, Aug. 20 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Squire Patton Boggs, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Firm advises management team of H&MV Engineering on long-term funding transaction * Squire Patton Boggs has advised the management team of H&MV Engineering, a global provider of specialist high-voltage engineering and critical power infrastructure services, on the recent transaction to establish a continuation vehicle of approximately EUR750 million, led by existing investor Exponent, valuing the business at EUR1.4bn. Th more PR

TYSONS, Virginia, Aug. 20 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Squire Patton Boggs, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Firm advises Phoenix Equity Partners on investment in Medmark in Ireland * Squire Patton Boggs has advised Phoenix Equity Partners on its investment in Medmark Occupational Healthcare, Ireland's largest and most established occupational healthcare provider. The investment, which is subject to standard regulatory approvals, will support the company's next phase of growth and innovation. The team advising Phoenix was led ac more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Griffith Statement on NASA Selection of Virginia Tech for Aviation Research * The U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is tapping a research team from Virginia Tech to help transform the future of aviation. NASA will deliver federal funding through the University Leadership Initiative to support the Virginia Tech three-year project focused on next-generation aircraft design. In response to this news, U.S. Congressman Morga more PR

NORFOLK, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- The NATO Allied Command Transformation issued the following news release: * * * How NATO Centres of Excellence Strengthen Resilience and Enable Collective Defence The security of NATO countries is not solely the responsibility of military forces. Governments, industry, emergency services, public institutions, civil society and citizens all help determine whether an Ally can withstand disruption, support collective defence and continue functioning during crisis or conflict. Five NATO-accredited Centres of Excell more PR

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Aug. 19 -- The Indiana University McKinney School of Law issued the following news release: * * * IU McKinney Alumnus Howard Polsky Credits Semester in Washington, D.C., with Successful Career Path * Howard D. Polsky, J.D. '76, spent a semester in Washington, D.C., during his third year of law school at IU McKinney. Polsky, now retired, credits that experience with providing the stimulus for his career trajectory, which included working for a federal government agency, private practice in top-tier law firms, and Fortu more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Kaine, Colleagues Call on Trump to Reverse Costly Directive Restoring Outdated Technology on Aircraft Carriers * WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA), the Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Seapower, joined a group of his colleagues in calling on President Trump to reverse a recent national security memorandum directing the Department of Defense (DOD) to replace electromagnetic catapults with steam-powered systems  more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 19 [Category: National Defense] -- The Air and Space Forces Association posted the following news release: * * * Lisa Werner Is America's Top STEM Teacher * The Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) and Rolls-Royce National Teacher of the Year program recognizes exceptional educators who inspire students through innovative aerospace and STEM education while helping strengthen America's future workforce. The award celebrates teachers whose creativity, leadership, and community engagement expand opportunities for stud more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 20 -- The National Association of State Energy Officials posted the following news on Aug. 19, 2026: * * * Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources Funds Geothermal Heat Pump and Energy Efficiency Projects in Public Universities and Facilities By Jasmine Xie, NASEO In July 2026, Massachusetts announced nine awardees for $23 million in funding through the Department of Energy Resource's Leading by Example (LBE) Decarbonization Implementation Grant Program (DIG). This funding will help replace aging HVAC systems  more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- McGuireWoods, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * McGuireWoods Bolsters Commercial Litigation Prowess With Jeff Golimowski and Jeremy Baker Partners Bring Deep Experience in Post-Acquisition Disputes, Construction Litigation and Government Contracts - McGuireWoods continues to grow its market-leading commercial litigation capabilities with the arrival of partners Jeff Golimowski and Jeremy Baker, who bring significant, trial-tested experience in post-acquisition disputes, construction litigat 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

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Aug. 20 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Fredrikson and Byron, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Mergers & Acquisitions Attorney Gil Topaz Joins Fredrikson * Attorney Gil Topaz has joined Fredrikson's Mergers & Acquisitions Group in the Minneapolis office. Topaz helps clients navigate mergers and acquisitions, series financing rounds, general corporate governance matters, executive compensation agreements and general commercial contracting. His goal is to always bring practical, business-first legal support to more PR

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 20 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news: * * * Michigan vegetable crop report - August 19, 2026 * Weather For the past week, temperatures ranged from 1-2 degrees below normal in the north to 3-5 degrees above normal in the south. Precipitation totals through Tuesday, Aug. 18, ranged from nothing in the north to an inch in parts of the state. This total does not include rain that fell overnight Tuesday/Wednesday. The southwest corner of the state exp more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 20 [Category: Agriculture] -- USA Rice Federation posted the following news: * * * Missouri Rice Annual Field Day Showcases Research Developments * CAMPBELL, MO - The Missouri Rice Research & Merchandising Council (MRRMC) hosted its annual Rice Field Day on Tuesday, August 18, drawing farmers, researchers, and industry representatives from across the Bootheel. The event was held at the Missouri Rice Research Farm, which is owned and operated by MRRMC and has been in operation for nearly 40 years. It is funded by M more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 19 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture issued the following news release: * * * NASDA Announces Brianna Robinson-Verloop as Senior Director of Public Policy * ARLINGTON, Va. -The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture is pleased to announce the hiring of Brianna Robinson-Verloop as senior director of public policy. In this role, Robinson-Verloop will advance NASDA members' policy priorities, direct strategic advocacy efforts  more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Nearly 50 VCU faculty honored for their research and teaching The 2026 NIRA and PEIA awardees elevate VCU's reputation and the student learning experience. By David Slipher, Office of the Provost Honoring faculty who challenge conventions, open pathways to discovery and transform student potential, two Virginia Commonwealth University award programs are recognizing dozens of educators who push the boundaries of their disciplines, forge collabo more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 20 [Category: National Defense] -- The Air and Space Forces Association posted the following news release: * * * New Jimmy Stewart Movie to Take Center Stage at AFA's Air, Space & Cyber Conference * The director of a new film about beloved actor Jimmy Stewart's fight to join and fly in the Army Air Forces in World War II and Stewart's daughter, the film's executive producer, will share their story at the Air, Space & Cyber Conference in September. The film, "JIMMY," directed by Aaron Burns, tells the story behind  more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * A new path to graduation with VCU's Office of Prior Learning The office is focused on efforts to award college credit for verified knowledge gained outside the traditional classroom, part of the university's belief that 'learning happens everywhere.' By Kyle Pineault What if the experience you already have could count toward a college degree? The job that taught you to manage a budget or lead a team. The volunteer work or professional training  more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * New Report Shows Health Care Premiums Doubled for Over 200,000 Washingtonians Thanks to Trump and Republicans' Health Care Cuts * Washington, D.C. -Today-over a year after Republicans passed the largest health care cut in history in their Big Ugly Bill-U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, released the following statement after a new report found Trump and Republican's $1 trillion cuts in health car more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 20 [Category: Medical] -- VCU Health, an academic medical center on the forefront of health care, providing patients with treatments and medical technology available, issued the following news release: * * * New research finds depression and stress -- not just heart function -- drive long-term fatigue for breast cancer survivors * By Tanner Lambson More than a third of women receiving chemotherapy for breast cancer experience significant fatigue two years after starting their treatment, a side effect that can redu more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 20 [Category: BizMedia] -- PBS posted the following news release: * * * PBS'S THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION WINS AT THE 42ND ANNUAL TCA AWARDS * Arlington, VA; August 20, 2026 - Today, the Television Critics Association (TCA) announced the winners of the 42nd Annual TCA Awards, celebrating the standout series and stars of the 2025-2026 television season. THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION won the award for Outstanding Achievement in News and Information. Directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt and written by Geoffr 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

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Aug. 19 -- George Mason University issued the following news: * * * Preparing students for an AI-enabled future with ERA-NOVA * As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly transforms the way people learn, work, and communicate, educators are facing a new challenge: not whether AI belongs in classrooms, but how to prepare students to use it responsibly, ethically, and effectively. Education leaders from across Northern Virginia convened on George Mason University's Fairfax Campus for the Educational Research Alliance of Northe more PR

NEWPORT NEWS, Virginia, Aug. 20 -- Christopher Newport University issued the following news: * * * Princeton Review Praises CNU's 'Personal Attention' * Saying Christopher Newport is truly invested in the well-being and growth of all undergraduates, the Princeton Review has again ranked the University as one of the nation's top institutions for undergraduates. Princeton Review selected Christopher Newport as one of "The Best 392 Colleges" in the 2027 edition of its annual college guide. Only about 14% of America's 2,800 four-year colleges  more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- The U.S. Army Installation Management Command issued the following news: * * * Shades of Green hosts annual BOSS Training Forum By Steve Warns, IMCOM Public and Congressional Affairs ORLANDO, Fla. - At Shades of Green, beneath Florida palms and the easy distraction of a resort setting, the Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers Training Forum gathered approximately 160 attendees from IMCOM directorates around the world. From the opening moments, leaders made clear this wasn't a vacation. It was a working f 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

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 19 [Category: National Defense] -- The Air and Space Forces Association posted the following news release: * * * Steele Chapter Highlights AFA Opportunities at Education Expo * The Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) D.W. Steele Sr. Chapter participated in the Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) Education Expo on August 4, helping connect Airmen, Guardians, and their Families with educational opportunities and resources that support professional development, academic achievement, and lifelong learning. Representi more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Aug. 20 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Hunton Andrews Kurth, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * The Best Lawyers in America 2027 Recognizes 221 Hunton Attorneys * Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP is pleased to announce that 190 attorneys have been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America(c) 2027 as Best Lawyers. Additionally, 31 attorneys were named "Ones to Watch" in their respective fields. Among these recognized attorneys, eight were named "Lawyer of the Year," a recognition awarded to individual attorneys with the highes more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 19 [Category: National Defense] -- The Air and Space Forces Association posted the following news release: * * * Tony Frazier Named 2026 Second Place National STEM Teacher of the Year * The Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) and Rolls-Royce National Teacher of the Year program recognizes educators whose innovation, leadership, and passion are preparing students for future careers in aerospace and STEM. Anthony "Tony" Frazier, Aviation Technology instructor at Arlington Career Center in Arlington, Va., exemplifies more PR

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Aug. 19 -- The Defense Health Agency issued the following news: * * * TRICARE, Medicare, and Social Security: How your entitlements work together * FALLS CHURCH, Va. -Are you curious about how TRICARE, Medicare, and Social Security work together? Many service members and their families don't realize that Social Security taxes deducted from each paycheck help build a foundation for future financial security. You've been paying into Social Security, so keeping tabs on your information is key. Signing up for Medicare  more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Aug. 20 -- Trinity University posted the following news: * * * Trinity Alumnus Reflects on Curiosity, Community, and His C-Suite Career * Mike McCarty '86 credits Trinity University's liberal arts curriculum for giving him the foundation to lead a successful career in top corporate finance leadership roles. Mike McCarty '86 has spent his career making big decisions. Today, as chief financial officer of Bloomberg Industry Group, headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, he helps assess major opportunities and guide the compa 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

HERNDON, Virginia, Aug. 19 [Category: Transportation] -- The RV Industry Association posted the following news: * * * U.S. International Trade Commission Votes in the Affirmative on Hardwood and Decorative Plywood Investigation from Indonesia * On August 19, 2026, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) released the result of its vote in the antidumping and countervailing duty investigation involving hardwood and decorative plywood from Indonesia, China, and Vietnam. The ITC issued an affirmative final determination in all three inv more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 20 -- The University of Richmond issued the following news release: * * * University of Richmond Completes Transformational Renovation of Boatwright Memorial Library; Unveils New Home for the Weinstein Learning Center * The University of Richmond is celebrating the completion of a multi-year transformation of Boatwright Memorial Library, unveiling the new Carole and Marcus Weinstein Learning Center and reopening the library's fully renovated first and second floors for the start of the academic year. Classes for the 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

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 19 [Category: National Defense] -- The Air and Space Forces Association posted the following news release: * * * Virginia AFA Welcomes Arnold Air Society, Silver Wings Pentagon Interns * The Virginia Air & Space Forces Association (AFA), together with the AFA Gabriel and Steele Chapters, sponsored a kickoff event on June 11 for 19 Arnold Air Society (AAS) and Silver Wings (SW) cadets and members participating in the 2026 AAS/SW Pentagon Intern Program. The event, held at AFA National Headquarters, marked the begin more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Virginia Tech sets course for human-centered AI leadership AI Futures Working Group develops universitywide vision statement to distinguish Virginia Tech in a rapidly evolving AI landscape. By April Goode As artificial intelligence reshapes society, Virginia Tech's vision for AI is rooted in a simple belief: the true value of technology is determined by its ability to better serve humanity. Through the lens of the university's land-grant mission and its mott more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * NIH bets $2 million on a virologist studying how cells decide to die By Andrew Mann Every time your body fights a virus, cells are making split-second decisions that determine whether an infection spreads or stops. Some sacrifice themselves to protect the tissue around them. Others are hijacked before they get the chance. A Virginia Tech virologist just won a rare federal award to find out what tips the balance. James Weger-Lucarelli, associate professor in th more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 21 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Scientists uncover environmental cues behind bear hibernation The study represents one of the first to directly examine the combined influence of temperature and photoperiod in bear hibernation ecology, offering new data to inform conservation strategies. By Chris Moody New research from Virginia Tech scientists in the College of Natural Resources and Environment provides fresh insight into how environmental conditions influence black bear hibernation more PR

LEXINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Washington and Lee University issued the following news: * * * Washington and Lee University Expands Tuition-Free Pledge to Families Earning up to $200K The expanded W&L Promise means new students entering W&L in fall 2027 whose families earn less than $200,000 will pay no tuition, and those whose families earn less than $75,000 will pay no tuition, room or board. - Washington and Lee University is significantly expanding the W&L Promise, its tuition guarantee program, pledging that students from families wi 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

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- WilmerHale, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * WilmerHale Lawyers Recognized in the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch 2027 List * Best Lawyers in America(r) has recognized 179 attorneys from WilmerHale in its 2027 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch list. This accolade highlights attorneys whose noteworthy contributions are gaining significant attention within the legal community. Eligibility for this distinction requires attorneys to have practiced privately for between five and ten years. This y more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- Rep. Robert J. Wittman, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Wittman Advocates for Community Project Funding for the Urbanna Marina Bridge * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) highlighted the inclusion of his $4,400,000 funding request for the Urbanna Marina Bridge through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the Fiscal Year 2027 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Act. This measure has been approved by the House Appropriations Committee and awaits p more PR