FAIRFAX, Virginia, Sept. 6 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- Americans for Limited Government posted the following news release: * * * 'It's About Time': ALG Praises House Passage Of Sunshine Protection Act, Urges Senate Passage * July 15, 2026, Fairfax, Va.-Americans for Limited Government Executive Director Robert Romano today issued the following statement praising the House for passing the Sunshine Protection Act and urged the Senate to do the same: "The House has finally passed legislation that will end standard time onc more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 2 -- The American Apparel and Footwear Association issued the following news release: * * * AAFA Applauds Congressional Passage of Two-Year Extension of AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP Programs The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) celebrates the passage of a two-year extension of the Haiti Economic Lift Program and the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) by the House with bipartisan support. The vote (370-48), which occurred as part of the Continuing Resolution (CR) to temporarily fund the government,  more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 2 -- The American Bankruptcy Institute issued the following news release: * * * ABI Launches Judicial Access Program Providing Complimentary Premium Resources to Courts The American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI) launched the Judiciary Access program to provide complimentary access to ABI's premium tools, research and educational resources directly to judges and court staff who serve the bankruptcy bench. The Judiciary Access program furthers ABI's mission since its inception in 1982 to support the bankruptcy bench wi more PR

AUBURN, Alabama, Sept. 1 -- Auburn University College of Engineering posted the following news: * * * Aerospace Engineering professor receives grant for vortex rings research * With support from the National Science Foundation (NSF) and a goal of turning surface geometry into a design tool for controlling fluid motion, an Auburn Engineering professor wants to answer a fundamental question: Can a surface's shape control how vortex rings behave? Vrishank Raghav, the Walt and Virginia Woltosz associate professor in Aerospace Engineering, has  more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 1 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-SC Statement on Gavin Newsom's Visit to South Carolina * Columbia, SC - This week, as California governor Gavin Newsom visits South Carolina, Americans for Prosperity-South Carolina (AFP-SC) State Director Matt Humm released the following statement: "Gavin Newsom isn't touring South Carolina to learn how a state should be run - he's auditioning for higher office. Before asking South Carolinians to trust his vision  more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 31 [Category: Aerospace] -- The Aerospace Industries Association posted the following news release: * * * AIA to Congress: Pass Continuing Resolution * Arlington, Va. - With the House of Representatives returning from August recess today, Aerospace Industries Association President and CEO Eric Fanning urged legislators to avoid a government shutdown and maintain funding for critical government programs by passing a continuing resolution. "The Aerospace Industries Association urges the House of Representatives to  more PR

ALBANY, Georgia, Aug. 31 -- Albany State University posted the following news: * * * Albany State University President's Speaking Series Features Entrepreneur Devon M. Henry * Media Contact: Dr. Rachel Lawrence, media@asurams.edu ALBANY, Ga., August 31, 2026 -Albany State University (ASU) welcomed nationally recognized entrepreneur and community leader Devon M. Henry to campus Thursday evening for the second installment of the 2026 President's Speaking Series, bringing students and members of the community together for an engaging conversa more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 2 -- The National Alliance for Care at Home issued the following news release: * * * Alliance Submits Comments in Response to CY 2027 Home Health Proposed Rule The National Alliance for Care at Home (the Alliance) has submitted comments in response to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' Calendar Year (CY) 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System Rate and Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies Competitive Bidding Program Updates proposed rule. The letter notes that the Allianc more PR

GERMANTOWN, Maryland, Sept. 1 [Category: BizEngineering] -- Amentum, a provider of technical and engineering services, issued the following news release: * * * Amentum Selected for Projects to Upgrade and Protect the UK Energy Grid * Company to Deliver Digital and Cybersecurity Solutions to Boost Grid Resilience CHANTILLY, Va., Sept. 1, 2026 - Amentum (NYSE: AMTM), a global leader in advanced engineering and technology solutions, has been selected for strategic positions on two significant UK energy frameworks awarded by Scottish and South more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 2 [Category: Transportation] (TNSletter) -- The American Trucking Associations posted the following letter to the Secretary of War Pete Hegseth: * * * Here is the text of the letter: August 27, 2026 The Honorable Pete Hegseth Secretary of War Department of War 1000 Defense Pentagon Washington, DC 20301 Dear Secretary Hegseth, On behalf of the American Trucking Associations (ATA), I am writing to raise a serious issue and present an important opportunity to strengthen military readiness, freight security, and more PR

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Sept. 1 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- Americans for Limited Government posted the following news release: * * * New Report: Faster Labor Contracts Act Advances Union DEI Agenda Through Politically Appointed Arbitrators * Despite labor support for President Trump, the legislation could advance workplace policies that directly conflict with administration priorities. Sept. 1, 2026, Fairfax, Va.-Americans for Limited Government today released findings in a new expose, "The Faster Labor Contracts Act: Adva more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- The Arlington Public Schools issued the following news: * * * Arlington Community High School Opens its Official New Permanent Home at Amazon's HQ2 Arlington Public Schools (APS) celebrated a new chapter for Arlington Community High School (ACHS) on Friday, Aug. 28, with the official opening of the school's new permanent home at Amazon's HQ2 in National Landing. The new location provides ACHS students and staff with more than 30,000 square feet of dedicated educational space across two floors at Metropolitan  more PR

RESTON, Virginia, Aug. 31 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The American Society of Civil Engineers issued the following news release: * * * ASCE2027 Registration Open | ASCE * Reston, Va. -The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) opened registration for the Society's most ambitious event to date, ASCE2027: The Infrastructure and Engineering Experience, which will take place in Philadelphia, March 1-5, 2027. ASCE2027 is a multidisciplinary and cross-sector conference that brings together thought leaders from the entire i more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- The American Telemedicine Association issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * ATA ACTION SUBMITS COMPREHENSIVE COMMENTS ON CY2027 MEDICARE PHYSICIAN FEE SCHEDULE, URGES CMS TO PROTECT PATIENT ACCESS TO REMOTE MONITORING ATA Action calls proposed rule changes to RPM and RTM an opportunity for CMS to refine, not restrict, one of Medicare's most effective health technology tools - WASHINGTON, DC - ATA Action, the ATA's affiliated organization focused on Advocacy Shaping Virtual Care, today sub more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 31 [Category: Transportation] -- The American Trucking Associations posted the following news release: * * * ATA Supports Latest Crackdown on CDL Mills * Aug 31, 2026 Washington-Today, American Trucking Associations Chief Advocacy & Public Affairs Officer Henry Hanscom released a statement in support of a joint operation by the U.S. Departments of Transportation and Homeland Security to permanently close 270 fraudulent CDL schools: "ATA applauds the Trump Administration, the U.S. Department of Transportation, an more PR

MIDLAND, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Northwood University posted the following news: * * * Automotive Leaders to Convene at Northwood University for CAMS Industry Summit * Sept. 18 CAMS Industry Summit to feature prominent automotive entrepreneur Jim Koons ahead of a sod-turning dedication for new academic hall and conference center and the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the 63rd Northwood University International Auto Show. Automotive and mobility leaders will convene at Northwood University on Sept. 18 to explore the future of motorsports, the cus more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Beyer Hails Successful Launch Of Nancy Grace Roman Telescope * U.S. Representative Don Beyer (D-VA) today issued a statement applauding the successful launch yesterday of the SpaceX Heavy Falcon that will deliver NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Telescope to its target destination at the second Sun-Earth Lagrange point (L2). Beyer, former Chairman of the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology's Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics, previously led more PR

MUNICH, Germany, Sept. 1 [Category: BizTransportation] -- BMW Group, a manufacturer of premium automobiles and motorcycles, posted the following news release: * * * BMW M Motorsport News, 1st September 2026. * Bjorn Lellmann, Head of Customer Racing at BMW M Motorsport: "The past two weeks have been a great success story on both sides of the world. Turner Motorsport has shone in both the IMSA Series and the GT World Challenge America. Congratulations to the team and drivers! I myself was a guest in Okayama last weekend and was able to cele more PR

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Cahill Gordon and Reindel, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Cahill Names Kelly Graves First Chief AI Strategy and Innovation Officer and Elects Her to Partnership * Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP is pleased to announce that the firm has named Kelly Graves as its first Chief AI Strategy and Innovation Officer and promoted her to partner. A former federal prosecutor and practicing lawyer, Graves previously served as Cahill's Director of Innovation and Attorney Advancement. The appointmen more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release: * * * CAIR Welcomes Removal of Last Confederate Statues from Virginia Capitol Square The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, welcomed the removal of the last Confederate monuments from Virginia's Capitol Square, marking the completion of a years-long effort to remove Confederate symbols from the grounds of the state Capitol. The final monument was removed Saturday,  more PR

MCLEAN, Virginia, Sept. 1 [Category: Business] -- Chamber of Progress, a center-left tech industry policy coalition promoting a progressive future, posted the following news: * * * California Ban on Personalized Discounts Fails to Advance * California lawmakers declined to advance AB 2564 before the end of the legislative session, stopping a sweeping personalized pricing bill that threatened to restrict coupons, loyalty rewards, and other discounts that help Californians save money. The bill narrowly passed the Senate on Monday but was not  more PR

VIENNA, Virginia, Aug. 31 [Category: Media] -- The News/Media Alliance issued the following news release: * * * California Legislature Passes First "News-Neutral" Model for Journalist Employment Tax Credits * Sacramento, CA - Today, the California legislature passed a first-of-its-kind bill to preserve local journalism by creating refundable employment tax credits for qualifying local news organizations regardless of size, speech, and structure that hire and retain journalists across the state. The Community Newsroom Employment and Workfo more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 (TNSletter) -- Campaign for Accountability issued the following letter to Chrissoula Potaris, senior appellate court attorney at the Office of the Legal Profession of State of New York Supreme Court: * * * Here is the text of the letter: August 28, 2026 Chrissoula Potaris, Esq. Senior Appellate Court Attorney Office of the Legal Profession State of New York Supreme Court Appellate Division, Third Judicial Department P.O. Box 7288, Capitol Station Albany, NY 12224-0288 Email: ad3-olp@nycourts.gov Re: Matter of the more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Capital Research Center issued the following excerpts of a report on Aug. 31, 2026, by Managing Editor and Director of Content Ken Braun: * * * Enemies of Energy: Sall Family Foundation Editor's note: The following is an excerpt from Enemies of Energy, a research report created for the Capital Research Center. - Donor type: direct grant maker Compared to the other names on this list, the Sall Family Foundation is a relatively modest grant maker, disbursing a combined $35.8 million to all recipients in  more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 31 [Category: Agriculture] -- USA Rice Federation posted the following news: * * * Central American Rice Buyers Participate in Missouri-Arkansas Trade Mission * ST. LOUIS, MO, HARRISBURG, AR, and STUTTGART, AR -Last week, five Central American retailers and importers traveled through Missouri and Arkansas for a week-long USA Rice trade mission designed to showcase the people, places, research, technology, and innovation behind U.S.-grown rice. The mission kicked off with a visit to the headquarters of Nestle Puri more PR

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Aug. 31 [Category: Sports] -- The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association issued the following news: * * * CIAA Football Week Zero Recap/Weekly Honors * CHARLOTTE, NC - : 2026 Opening Week Virginia State and Fayetteville State Earn Opening-Week Victories as CIAA Football Kicks Off 2026 Season The 2026 CIAA football season officially got underway with eight conference programs taking the field during opening week, highlighted by victories from Virginia State University and Fayetteville State University.  more PR

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Sept. 1 [Category: Sports] -- The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association issued the following news: * * * Volleyball Weekly Honors * CIAA Announces Following Opening Week of 2026 Season CHARLOTTE, N.C. (September 1, 2026) - The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) has announced its following the opening week of the 2026 season. Elizabeth City State University earned three of the four weekly honors, while Shaw University claimed Setter of the Week. The CIAA are voted on by the CIAA Sports Inf more PR

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Sept. 2 (TNSrpt) -- The CFA Institute, an association of investment professionals, issued the following news release on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * CFA Institute Calls for Stronger Investor Protections as the EU Expands Retail Access to Private Markets Wider market access should be matched by reforms to investor protection and capital markets - The CFA Institute Research and Policy Center is calling for the European Union to match wider retail access to private markets with reforms that strengthen investor protection, i more PR

TAMPA, Florida, Sept. 1 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida posted the following news release: * * * Clearwater Man Sentenced to Ten Years for Transportation of Child Sexual Abuse Material * Tampa, Florida - Brian Francis McArdle (34, Clearwater) has been sentenced by U.S. District Judge Virginia M. Hernandez Covington to 10 years in federal prison for transportation and possession of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). U.S. Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe made the announcement. McArdle pleaded guilty on March 9 more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Benjamin Cline, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Cline Joins Small Business Roundtable in Roanoke * ROANOKE, VA - On Friday, Congressman Ben Cline, joined by Small Business Administration (SBA) Deputy Administrator Bill Briggs, participated in a roundtable and resource fair to hear directly from small business owners about the challenges they face. Following the event, Congressman Cline and Deputy Administrator Briggs toured Butler Parachute Systems where they saw the cutting-edge technology  more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Andy Biggs, R-Arizona, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Biggs's Statement on U.S. House Passage of Kayleigh's Law Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed H.R. 8481, Kayleigh's Law, by voice vote. The legislation, introduced by Congressman Abe Hamadeh (AZ-08), requires federal courts to issue permanent no-contact orders prohibiting certain convicted violent and sex offenders from contacting their victims if requested by the victim. Congressman Andy Biggs (AZ-05) is an ori more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 1 [Category: Construction] -- Associated General Contractors of America posted the following news release: * * * Construction Spending Declines In July From June And A Year Earlier As Contractors Cope With Soft Demand For Most Types Of Projects * Tue, 09/01/2026 - 12:36 Latest Data Show Growth is Concentrated in Data Center, Power and Highway Construction; Association Prepares to Release Survey Pointing to Challenges to Maintaining Growth in Industry Workforce Construction spending declined by 0.5% from June to  more PR

YONKERS, New York, Aug. 31 -- Consumer Reports posted the following news release: * * * Consumer Reports backs California bill banning the sale of sensitive consumer data Sacramento, California - The California Legislature recently approved Assembly Bill 1542, co-sponsored by Consumer Reports, which would amend the California Consumer Privacy Act to prohibit companies from selling sensitive personal data. The bill now goes to Governor Newsom for his signature. "Consumers' sensitive information is routinely sold to third parties that have no more PR

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, Sept. 2 -- The city of Greensboro issued the following news: * * * Creative Greensboro announces 58th season of Drama Programming Creative Greensboro's 58th season of drama programming, created in collaboration with local theater artists, creative organizations, and community members, will start this October. Season 58 celebrates excellence in comedic theatre through the Greensboro Playwrights Forum, the North Carolina New Play Project, and a wide range of performance opportunities for all ages. Rooted in partner more PR

DOVER, Delaware, Sept. 1 -- Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * AG Jennings sues to stop Trump Administration from cutting family planning funding Attorney General Kathy Jennings has announced that she, as part of a coalition of 23 other states, has sued to block new federal policy that threatens to strip federal family planning funding from states and providers unless they meet a variety of unlawful conditions. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of M more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Democratic Leaders Release Statement Urging White House Not to Wait to Restart Stalled Russia Sanctions * Representatives Don Beyer (D-VA-08), Senior House Democrat on the Joint Economic Committee, Gregory Meeks (D-NY-05), Ranking Member of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, and Richard Neal (D-Mass.-01), Ranking Member of the House Ways and Means Committee, and U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Senate Banking, Hous more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. James Walkinshaw, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Democrats Demand Answers Over ICE's $17 Million Electric Shock Glove Contract * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Representatives James R. Walkinshaw (VA-11), a Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, and Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, led Committee Democrats in sending a letter to Acting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Director David Venturella demanding answers after ICE awarded a $16 more PR

WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina, Aug. 31 -- Wake Forest University posted the following news: * * * Depression and stress feed long-term fatigue in breast cancer patients * For breast cancer survivors, new research shows that feelings of depression and perceptions of psychological stress make the biggest difference in whether they experience fatigue up to two years after chemotherapy started. Researchers had thought that damage to the heart caused by chemotherapy would be the main contributor to survivor fatigue. But that turned out not to b more PR

WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * Digging into the past: Faculty-student researchers investigate Greek site * The following story originally appeared on the website for the William & Mary College of Arts & Sciences. - Ed. Growing up visiting her extended family in Varna, Bulgaria, Maya Parfitt '27 spent her summers immersed in thousands-year-old history. With the city's deep ties to ancient Greek and Roman history, Parfitt remembers hearing stories of her mom playing among Roman ruins as a more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Defense notices published in the Federal Register detail proposed or updated defense transactions involving Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Kuwait, highlighting different areas of military cooperation with the three Middle Eastern countries. The notices cover a proposed $1.96 billion sale of precision rocket guidance equipment to Saudi Arabia, a $2.09 billion increase in previously notified missile-related equipment for Qatar, and a $484 million sustainment package for Kuwait's C-17 military transpo more PR

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho, Sept. 1 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Idaho National Laboratory issued the following news release: * * * Reading the field: How an Idaho researcher helps wireless systems make the right call under pressure On any given fall Saturday, college football stadiums turn into small cities with populations of up to 110,000 people. Thousands of fans congregate in relatively small spaces, all with smartphones vying for their share of the wireless spectrum. Behind the scenes, police, firefighters, paramedics, venue security and  more PR

HUNTSVILLE, Alabama, Sept. 2 -- The University of Alabama issued the following news: * * * Dr. Srinath Ekkad, new Dean of the UAH College of Engineering, sets out to build a unique model for the program at the heart of Huntsville's technology ecosystem Russ Nelson In a city where engineering challenges are measured in missions, satellites, autonomous systems and the next generation of technologies, Dr. Srinath Ekkad believes The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) has fundamental advantages few universities can match. As the newly app more PR

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Sept. 7 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- Americans for Limited Government posted the following news release: * * * Election Month Ruling By Supreme Court Regrettable * June 29, 2026, Fairfax, Va.-Americans for Limited Government Executive Director Robert Romano today issued the following statement on the Supreme Court's ruling in Watson v. Republican National Committee: "In an apparent bid to avert Democrats' threatened Supreme Court packing scheme, Republican-appointed justices John Roberts and Amy Coney  more PR

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- Empower Oversight Whistleblowers and Research, an organization dedicated to enhancing independent oversight of government and corporate wrongdoing, issued the following news release: * * * House Oversight Opens Investigation Into Federal Fentanyl Policy Uncategorized Empower Oversight president Tristan Leavitt made the following statement after Chairman James Comer announced an investigation into the Drug Enforcement Administration's walking of fentanyl and the policy that allowed it. Empower Oversight represe more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration issued the following news release: * * * FAA Grants Commercial Operating Certificate to Washington Manassas Airport * WASHINGTON -The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today announced it granted Washington Manassas Airport (HEF) a Part 139 Airport Operating Certificate, which allows the airport to accommodate certain commercial passenger airlines. "Commercial flights coming into Manassas will provide more economic growth within the community a more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * Chairman Carr Announces New Enforcement Bureau Chief Today, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr announced the appointment of Hunter Deeley as Chief of the FCC's Enforcement Bureau. Hunter has served as Chief of Staff and Deputy Bureau Chief in the Enforcement Bureau. Chairman Brendan Carr issued the following statement: "I am pleased that Hunter has agreed to step up and lead the exceptional and dedicated Enforcement Bureau team.  more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following recall notice: * * * Crystal Temptations Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Chocolatey Eyeballs Summary Company Announcement Date: August 31, 2026 FDA Publish Date: August 31, 2026 Product Type: Food & Beverages Allergens Reason for Announcement: Undeclared milk Company Name: Crystal Temptations Brand Name: Little Temptations Product Description: Chocolatey Eyeballs, 7 oz., 10 oz., 10.5 oz., 11 oz., and 16 more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Joe Courtney, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Final House-Passed Continuing Resolution Fixes House Republicans' Partisan Bill that Would Have Disrupted Submarine Construction * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02), Ranking Member of the House Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee, voted to pass a bipartisan continuing resolution (H.R. 6500) to keep the federal government funded through December 11, 2026. H.R. 6500 also includes $1.2 billion to support continued c more PR

ALBANY, New York, Sept. 1 -- The State University of New York Polytechnic Institute posted the following news: * * * From Utica to the Nation: SUNY Poly, WKTV Welcome NBC News' Ryan Nobles * SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly) will welcome award-winning journalist and NBC News Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles back to the Utica area, where he began his journalism career at WKTV NewsChannel 2, for a special event on Saturday, October 3 at 6:30 p.m. in the Wildcat Field House. Presented in partnership with WKTV NewsChannel 2 an more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Aug. 31 [Category: Transportation] -- NATSO, a trade association representing the travel plaza and truckstop industry, issued the following news release: * * * Fuel Retailers Call on EPA to Safeguard Emissions Reductions Achievements * ALEXANDRIA, VA -NATSO, representing truck stops and travel centers, SIGMA: America's Leading Fuel Marketers, and the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS), urged the Environmental Protection Agency to modify its proposed changes to the inducement framework for diesel exhaust  more PR

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Aug. 31 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news: * * * FUJIFILM Americas Welcomes Michael J. Hartman as Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary * FUJIFILM Holdings America Corp. has announced the leadership appointment of Michael (Mike) J. Hartman as vice president, general counsel and secretary, effective Aug. 24. This new appointment strengthens the leadership team for FUJIFILM Americas regional headquarters, which represents more than 20 subsidiaries across the Unit more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 31 -- Politico issued the following transcript of a podcast involving authors Adam Wren and Will Steakin: * * * Full Transcript: POLITICO Playbook co-authors Adam Wren and Will Steakin on "The Conversation with Dasha Burns" This is a full unedited transcript of Dasha's interview with Playbook co-authors Adam Wren and Will Steakin on POLITICO's "The Conversation with Dasha Burns": Adam Wren: That is something that we're seeing on both sides of the aisle; everything is getting scrambled. Dasha Burns: Hello, hello,  more PR

HERNDON, Virginia, Sept. 1 [Category: Transportation] -- The RV Industry Association posted the following news: * * * Go RVing Announces 2027 Ultimate RV Tailgate Details * Go RVing is bringing the freedom and comfort of RVing straight to the tailgate for a second year with the launch of its second Ultimate RV Tailgate campaign at college football games nationwide. This initiative will demonstrate to millions of sports fans and travelers why an RV is the ultimate way to enjoy game days-and every road trip beyond. To inspire tailgaters and  more PR

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, Sept. 1 -- Gov. Wes Moore, D-Maryland, posted the following news release: * * * Governor Moore Announces Employer Registration for Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Is Live * ANNAPOLIS, MD - Governor Wes Moore announced today that employer registration for Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) in Maryland is now live-a critical step forward in implementing this new program. Employers are strongly encouraged to register as soon as possible at paidleave.maryland.gov, so they can be fully prepared for the rollou more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, Aug. 31 -- Gov. Mikie Sherrill, D-New Jersey, posted the following news release: * * * Governor Sherrill Signs Judicial Advisory Panel Executive Order * TRENTON - Governor Mikie Sherrill today signed Executive Order 22 to continue the Judicial Advisory Panel, which assists the Governor in evaluating candidates for appointment to the Superior Court of New Jersey and Supreme Court of New Jersey. The order establishes an eight-member panel, including at least five former judges, and provides that the Governor will design more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Griffith Announces More Than $7.1 Million for SWVA Helene Relief * The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded three Hurricane Helene-related grants to the Commonwealth of Virginia. The funding breakdown of the grants is as follows: * $2,327,923.84 to Giles County for Glen Lyn Park restoration * $4,648,300.08 to the Pepper's Ferry Regional Wastewater Treatment Authority in Pulaski County more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Griffith Announces Nearly $400,000 for Buchanan County Disaster Relief * The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded a disaster related grant to the Commonwealth of Virginia. The funding breakdown of the grants is as follows: * $389,310 to support wide debris removal operations in Buchanan County In response to this grant notice, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the followin more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Griffith Fights for Big Stone Gap, Announces Return of Postal Office Mailboxes * Thanks to Congressional and local action, the United States Postal Service (USPS) has returned mailboxes to the Town of Big Stone Gap. Earlier this August, employees with the USPS forcefully removed mailboxes from the historic C. Bascom Slemp Federal Building in Big Stone Gap, Virginia. The building, once owned by the General Services Administration (GSA), is now more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Griffith Statement on House Passage of Hemp Ban Delay in Government Funding Bill * The U.S. House of Representatives voted favorably on Senate Amendment to H.R. 6500 - the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act. The legislation averts a September 30 government shutdown, funds the government through December 11 and allows negotiations to continue over fiscal year 2027 spending. Further, a provision in the government funding bill delays an more PR

HAMPDEN-SYDNEY, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- Hampden-Sydney College posted the following news: * * * H-SC Receives NetVUE Grant * The Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) has presented its Professional Development Award to Professor of History James Frusetta through its Network for Vocation in Undergraduate Education (NetVUE). The grant is designed to enhance vocational advising at the College. Funded by Lilly Endowment Inc., the Professional Development Award is presented to NetVUE member institutions to support "initiatives that develop campus  more PR

HAMPTON, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- Hampton University posted the following news: * * * Hampton University Takes Aviation to New Heights with Expanded Flight Training and Growing National Leadership * Rapid enrollment growth, new flight training opportunities and expanding aviation pathways position Hampton to prepare the next generation of aviation professionals HAMPTON, Va. - Hampton University is taking its Aviation program to new heights, expanding flight training opportunities, strengthening industry partnerships and building new pathways f more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 1 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * House Resolution Confronting DSA's Agenda Will Begin To Show Where Lawmakers Really Stand * WASHINGTON, DC - This afternoon the House is scheduled to take up H.Res. 1490, Rep. Jeff Crank's (R-Colo.) resolution condemning socialism and the Democratic Socialists of America's (DSA) policy platform. AFP says the vote is an important first step in giving Americans a clear look at which representatives are willing to stand up more PR

CONWAY, South Carolina, Aug. 31 -- Coastal Carolina University posted the following news: * * * HTC Honors College launches Top Scholars program, welcomes inaugural cohort * Coastal Carolina University's HTC Honors College has launched its Top Scholars program with its inaugural cohort this fall. The Top Scholars program is an academic and leadership initiative designed to support CCU's most outstanding honors students. It offers prestigious learning opportunities, one-on-one faculty mentorship, and enriched research support, while fosterin more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. James Walkinshaw, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Op-Ed by Rep. James Walkinshaw: This is the cost of Trump's ever-widening immigration trap * In an op-ed published by MSNOW on August 31, 2026, Congressman James Walkinshaw (VA-11) underscores that Trump is closing legal immigration pathways while scaling mass deportation efforts. Read the op-ed below or online at MSNOW. "How many more dads have to die?" Lorenzo Salgado Araujo's son asked me that question shortly after his 52-year-o more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 2 -- The Infectious Diseases Society of America issued the following statement on Sept. 1, 2026, by President Ronald G. Nahass and HIV Medicine Association Chair Anna K. Person: * * * IDSA and HIVMA statement on passage of continuing resolution The Infectious Diseases Society of America and HIV Medicine Association applaud Congress for its swift and overwhelmingly bipartisan approval of a continuing resolution to fund the government and block the White House Office of Management and Budget from finalizing or implem more PR

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- Inova, a healthcare provider, issued the following news release: [Category: BizHealth Care] * * * Inova experts highlight critical connections between pregnancy and heart health in preeminent international medical journal * #Three-part series in The Lancet examines cardiovascular risk before, during and after pregnancy as a window into women's lifelong heart health FALLS CHURCH, Va. - Pregnancy can provide an important window into a woman's cardiovascular health, revealing previously unrecognized heart diseas more PR

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Sept. 2 -- K&L Gates, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * K&L Gates Advises LS Cable & System on Landmark US$689 Million Virginia Manufacturing Investment Global law firm K&L Gates LLP advised LS Cable & System on its US$689 million investment in Chesapeake, Virginia, a project expected to create more than 430 jobs and strengthen critical US manufacturing and supply chains. The new LS Advanced Materials Manufacturing Complex will establish US-based production of copper rod, magnet wire, and rare-ear more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Kaine, Vindman Meet with Veterans, Discuss Long Wait Times at Fredericksburg VA Health Care Center * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Last week, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), and U.S. Representative Eugene Vindman (D-VA-07) hosted a roundtable in Fredericksburg with veterans to discuss their experiences with the local VA Health Care Center. This comes after consistent reports of long wait times and staffing  more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Jen Kiggans, R-Virginia, issued the following news: * * * Kiggans Hosts 2026 Military Family Summit in Hampton Roads * NORFOLK, VA -Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02), co-chair of the Congressional Military Family Caucus, hosted the 2026 Military Family Summit at Old Dominion University (ODU), bringing together military families, community organizations, and local leaders to discuss the challenges facing military families and highlight the resources available to support them. Congresswoman Kiggans was joined vir more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Jen Kiggans, R-Virginia, issued the following news: * * * Kiggans Votes to Keep Government Open, Avoid Disruption of Critical Federal Services to the American People * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) released the following statement after she voted in favor of the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027, legislation that will extend government funding at Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) levels through December 11, 2026 to prevent a lapse in government funding while Congress continues  more PR

CINCINNATI, Ohio, Sept. 1 -- KnowledgeWorks issued the following article: * * * Student-centered Policy Trends What the year's legislative sessions tell us about what states are focusing on KEY TAKEAWAYS: * In 2026, we identified at least 50 bills across 26 states enacted during this legislative session that support student-centered learning * States are increasingly moving beyond one-size-fits-all education models by investing in competency-based learning, flexible pathways and personalized approaches that allow students to progress base more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 2 -- Leonardo DRS, a company that says it provides advanced defense technology to U.S. national security customers and allies around the world, issued the following news release: * * * Leonardo DRS Selected by United States Space Force to Advance Technology in Support of Advanced Space Superiority Solutions Leonardo DRS, Inc. (Nasdaq: DRS) announced it has been awarded an Other Transaction Agreement contract for Prototype by the U.S. Space Force to advance next-generation technology designed to further strengthen U more PR

LYNCHBURG, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- The University of Lynchburg posted the following news: * * * Lynchburg to host virtual lecture by chieftess of Gullah/Geechee Nation * The University of Lynchburg will host a virtual presentation by Marquetta L. "Queen Quet" Goodwine, chieftess of the Gullah/Geechee Nation, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 29. The lecture, which is free and open to the public, is titled, "We de Land and de Land da We: Sustainable Solutions of the Gullah/Geechee." It is co-sponsored by the University of Lynchburg's Offic more PR

MCLEAN, Virginia, Sept. 2 -- Mars Inc., a manufacturer of snacks, food and pet care products and services issued the following news release on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * Mars Impact Fund awards more than $13M in new grants to advance community resilience, science pipelines and companion animal wellbeing * Six new partnerships with Elucid, Tanager, People's Action for National Integration (PANI), Pratham Education Foundation, National 4-H Council and Worldwide Veterinary Service advance the Mars Impact Fund's three strategic priorities. * New inv more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 2 -- McGuireWoods, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * McGuireWoods Appoints John E. Thomas Jr. to Lead Tysons Office McGuireWoods has appointed John E. Thomas Jr. to serve as office managing partner in Tysons, Virginia, effective Sept. 1, 2026. Thomas succeeds partner Jack L. White, who has led the office since 2023. Thomas is a member of the firm's Labor & Employment Department. He is an experienced trial lawyer who represents businesses in disputes involving misappropriation of trade secrets, co more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 1 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Student Press Law Center posted the following news: * * * Melewsky to join Student Press Law Center as legal director * The Student Press Law Center is proud to announce that longtime media lawyer Melissa Bevan Melewsky will join the organization on Sept. 28 as its first legal director. Melewsky brings deep experience supporting journalists as they assert their rights and produce powerful journalism, including serving 20 years as media law counsel at the Pennsylvania NewsMedia Asso more PR

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Sept. 2 -- The CFA Institute, an association of investment professionals, issued the following news release: * * * New Members of Board of Governors at CFA Institute Pamela Yang, CFA, new Board Chair; Richard Brandweiner, CFA, and Virginie Maisonneuve, CFA, join the Board of Governors - CFA Institute, the global association of investment professionals, today announces its Board of Governors, effective 1 September 2026, the beginning of the new fiscal year. Pamela Yang, CFA, CPA, will serve as Chair of the Board, more PR

MCLEAN, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * Motto by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico Opens The lifestyle hotel brings modern hospitality to the heart of Guadalajara * Hilton announces the opening of Motto by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico, a 154-room lifestyle hotel in the heart of Guadalajara's historic center, housed in a restored 1950s Art Deco building. * The hotel introduces Motto by Hilton's neighborhood-driven hospitality experience with cleverly compact r more PR

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Aug. 31 -- The George Mason University College of Public Health posted the following news: * * * MPH student builds communications skills through patient outreach * Communication and trust are key to public health. In situations involving sensitive health topics, effective communication and trust can make the difference between a patient feeling supported and a patient choosing not to engage. For Ryen Middleton, his practicum showed him firsthand how important it is to meet patients where they are. Middleton recently ear more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, Sept. 2 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * AG Davenport Renews Call for EPA Action on Microplastics Attorney General Jennifer Davenport led a comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) once again urging it to include microplastics on its Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR) 6. The letter follows two prior multistate efforts -- both led by New Jersey -- requesting the inclusion of microplastics on this list of contamin more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 31 -- The National Association of Chain Drug Stores posted the following news release: * * * NACDS Highlights Pharmacies' Role in Preventive Care & Vaccine Access as Respiratory Season Approaches Local pharmacies remain one of the most convenient places for patients to stay up to date on vaccinations and other preventive care. - August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM), and the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS), through its Nourish My Health initiative, marked the observance by spotli more PR

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Sept. 1 [Category: Insurance] -- The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors posted the following news release: * * * NAIFA and Life Happens Lead Efforts to Promote Life Insurance Awareness Month During September * Once again this September, the National Association of Insurance Advisors (NAIFA), Life Happens, and the entire insurance and financial service community recognize and celebrate Life Insurance Awareness Month (LIAM). Life Happens, a NAIFA community, created LIAM in 2004 and continues to c more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- BAE Systems issued the following news release: * * * NASA's Roman Space Telescope launches with BAE Systems-built scientific instruments The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is the latest NASA astrophysics flagship observatory supported by BAE Systems, following Hubble and Webb - BAE Systems is celebrating the successful launch of NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope today from Kennedy Space Center in Florida, which will support critical astrophysics discoveries as the latest flagship observatory. BAE  more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- The Smithsonian Institution issued the following news release: * * * New National Air and Space Museum Video Series Brings Aerospace Learning Into Classrooms The Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum has launched "On Air," a new educational video series for a middle school audience. "On Air" consists of short classroom-friendly videos, developed for grades five through eight, that introduce students to artifacts and stories from the museum's collection and exhibitions. The videos align with national standards and more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 2 -- The National Association of State Energy Officials posted the following news on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * Kentucky Office of Energy Policy Unveils Net-Zero Manufactured Home By Alannah Bell, NASEO On August 27, 2026, the Kentucky Office of Energy Policy, in partnership with the Kentucky Manufactured Housing Institute and Next Step, unveiled a net-zero manufactured home equipped with integrated solar shingles in Bremen, Kentucky. The home is part of a larger initiative spearheaded by the Office of Energy Policy to more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 1 [Category: Agriculture] -- USA Rice Federation posted the following news: * * * National Rice Month Kicks Off with a Plateful of Activities * September is here, and that means it's time to celebrate National Rice Month (NRM)! Since 1991, when then-President George H.W. Bush signed a proclamation designating September as NRM, USA Rice has spent each year putting the U.S. rice industry front and center for consumers, retailers, and foodservice partners. NRM kicks off with special editions of the Schools Think Ri more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Aug. 31 -- The National Credit Union Administration issued the following news release: * * * NCUA Prohibits Three Individuals from Participating in the Affairs of Any Federally Insured Depository Institution * Alexandria, VA (August 31, 2026) -The National Credit Union Administration issued three consent-based prohibitions in August 2026. The individuals named below are permanently prohibited from participating in the affairs of any federally insured depository institution. Orders of Prohibition: Teresa Palmer, forme more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- The National Education Association issued the following news release on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * NEA President Princess Moss begins term leading nation's largest labor union Moss represents nearly 3 million educators and education support professionals from every state and territory - Princess R. Moss begins her term today as president of the National Education Association (NEA), leading the nation's largest labor union and representing nearly 3 million educators and education support professionals in every state and ter more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 1 [Category: Industrial Materials] -- The National Electrical Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * NEMA at 100: America Is Electrifying Again * On September 1, 1926, the National Electrical Manufacturers Association was formed at a moment when electricity was rapidly reshaping American life. Power was spreading through homes, factories, businesses, and communities, while common standards and a growing manufacturing base were becoming essential to building an electrical system that cou more PR

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- The Americas Society/Council of the Americas issued the following news release: * * * New Exhibition: AS Highlights the Power of Telenovelas in the Americas Telenovela features over 50 artworks from the 1970s to the present, including an installation commissioned by Mexican artist Pablo Helguera. - Opening at Americas Society on September 9, 2026, the exhibition Telenovela explores how contemporary Latinx and Latin American artists have engaged with the visual and conceptual richness of telenovelas, the most circulated more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 [Category: Real Estate] -- The National Fair Housing Alliance posted the following news release: * * * NFHA Leads 79-Organization Coalition Opposing HUD's English-Only Discrimination Complaint Form Civil rights, fair housing, consumer, domestic violence, and real estate groups reject redesigned form shutting nine percent of the public out of federal fair housing enforcement - The National Fair Housing Alliance and 78 civil rights, fair housing, consumer, domestic violence, and real estate organizations are calling on th more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 1 [Category: Agriculture] -- The National Grain and Feed Association posted the following news release: * * * NGFA statement on congressional passage of continuing resolution * ARLINGTON, Va., September 1, 2026 -The National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) applauded congressional passage of a continuing resolution that extends critical federal authorities, including the current U.S. Grain Standards Act, through December 11, 2026. Maintaining these essential programs provides much-needed certainty for the grain  more PR

DUBLIN, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- New River Community College posted the following news release: * * * NRCC Educational Foundation announces public campaign to fund "Pathways to Professions" program to support workforce readiness * The New River Community College Educational Foundation recently launched a public fundraising campaign to support NRCC's Pathways to Professions Program, a new initiative designed to help students transition successfully from college into the workforce by covering the costs of required licensures, certifications, and  more PR

DELAWARE, Ohio, Sept. 1 -- Ohio Wesleyan University issued the following news release: * * * Successful Start * DELAWARE, Ohio - Ohio Wesleyan University has selected 16 first-year students as 2026-2027 Woltemade Economics and Business (WEB) Fellows. The competitive, four-year fellowships are awarded each fall by OWU's Woltemade Center for Economics, Business and Entrepreneurship. The fellows are selected based on their high potential for success at Ohio Wesleyan and their interest in business-related studies. OWU's newest Woltemade Econom more PR

NORFOLK, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- Old Dominion University issued the following news on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * New Ph.D. Gives Professionals A Degree as Unique as Their Careers By Mindy Ayala-Diaz and Kelsey Kendall Today's careers rarely fit neatly within one discipline. A school superintendent may need expertise in leadership, technology and workforce development. A healthcare leader might draw from public health, instructional design and organizational psychology. Yet, traditional doctoral programs often require professionals to pursue their more PR

NORFOLK, Virginia, Sept. 2 -- Old Dominion University issued the following news: * * * September 2026 Faculty and Staff Accolades "Accolades" celebrates Old Dominion University faculty and staff by highlighting honors and awards that recognize their dedication, expertise and contributions to their fields. Submit an Accolade through the submission form on the University Communications webpage. * Sina Razzaghi Asl, Ph.D., an assistant professor in the Department of Political Science and Geography in the College of Arts and Letters, was accept more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Aug. 31 -- The Pool and Hot Tub Alliance (formerly the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals) issued the following news release: * * * Pool & Hot Tub Alliance Launces Women of Water Podcast New twice-monthly series hosted by Sabeena Hickman shares the stories, insights, and experiences of women shaping the pool, spa, and hot tub industry. - The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA), the trade association representing the swimming pool, hot tub, and spa industry, announces the launch of Women of Water, a new video and aud more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Aug. 31 -- The Pool and Hot Tub Alliance (formerly the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals) issued the following news release: * * * Pool & Hot Tub Alliance Opens Public Review of Proposed Revised PHTA-3 Standard for Permanently Installed Residential Spas and Exercise Spas Interested parties are invited to review and comment on proposed requirements for permanently installed residential spas and exercise spas - The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA), the trade association representing the swimming pool, hot tub, and more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 1 (TNSrpt) -- The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America issued the following news release: * * * REPORT: AAFA Names 2026 Asthma Capitals, Highlights Risk Factors That Increase Asthma-Related ER Visits and Deaths Poverty, respiratory infections, air pollution, and health care barriers make living with asthma more challenging - As hospital emergency departments prepare for a surge of asthma-related visits starting in September, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) released its 2026 Asthma Capitals more PR

ROANOKE, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- Virginia Western Community College issued the following news: * * * Roanoke Regional Partnership highlights College's role in attracting life sciences company to valley * With Virginia Western's attention focused on rapid response to industry needs, the College fulfills a unique niche in the region's higher education and economic development landscape. Virginia Western would like to share the following article authored by the Roanoke Regional Partnership highlighting the success that comes with regional entitie more PR

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news: * * * Robinson Secondary School Students Recognized at Global Conference for Innovative, Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence * Robinson Secondary School students Jackson Steer, Donovan Hogan, and Surafael Melaku were selected as one of the winning teams in the ISTE+ASCD AI Innovator Challenge. They were invited to present their project at ISTELive 26 in Orlando, Florida. Their app, CivicLens, was one of just three winners chosen from submissions more PR

HERNDON, Virginia, Sept. 1 [Category: Transportation] -- The RV Industry Association posted the following news: * * * RV Industry Association Establishes Grounding Monitor Interrupter Task Force * With the new Grounding Monitor Interrupter (GMI) NEC requirement taking effect next year for 2028 model-year RVs, the RV Industry Association has joined together with all segments of the industry to create a GMI Task Force. This task force is comprised of national and state RV park and campground industry associations, RV park and campground opera more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Scalise: Democrats' Socialist Agenda Means Higher Costs for American Families * This morning, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Fox Business Network's Mornings with Maria to discuss House Republicans' work to lower costs and protect taxpayers and the Democrats' continued embrace of a socialist agenda. Leader Scalise also highlighted how communities are benefiting from data center investment and emphasized that d more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Scalise: Democrats' Socialist Agenda Means Higher Costs for American Families * WASHINGTON, D.C.-This morning, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Fox Business Network's Mornings with Maria to discuss House Republicans' work to lower costs and protect taxpayers and the Democrats' continued embrace of a socialist agenda. Leader Scalise also highlighted how communities are benefiting from data center investment and emphasized that d more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13226) on Aug. 28, 2026, by natural resources policy specialists Caitlin Keating-Bitonti and Laura B. Comay. Here are excerpts: * * * Seabed Mining on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf: Recent Developments As part of a national effort to secure reliable supplies of critical minerals, President Trump issued Executive Order (EO) 14285 of April 24, 2025, "Unleashing America's Offshore Critical Minerals and Resources." One potenti more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 1 [Category: Psychiatry/Psychology] -- The American Psychiatric Association issued the following news release: * * * September 2026 Issues of APA Journals Feature New Research on Treating Substance Use Disorders, Mood Disorders, Pediatric Anxiety Disorders, and More * Washington, D.C. -The latest issues of two American Psychiatric Association journals (The American Journal of Psychiatry and Psychiatric Services) are now available online. The September issue of The American Journal of Psychiatry brings together ne more PR

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Aug. 28 (TNSrpt) -- The Southern Environmental Law Center posted the following news release: * * * New study finds proposed Cumberland gas plant is expected to cause 3-7 premature deaths and up to $119 million in economic damages annually RICHMOND, Va. -- A new study found that Dominion Energy's proposed gas plant in Cumberland County, Virginia, would impose significant health and associated financial costs not only on residents in Cumberland, but those in surrounding counties and towns, as well. According to the  more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 31 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Student Press Law Center posted the following news: * * * Stanford Daily wins suit against targeting of international student speech * A federal judge ruled Friday that the Trump Administration unconstitutionally used immigration law to silence the speech of international students, including within student media. It's a major win for The Stanford Daily, which brought the lawsuit, and for student editors across the country who reported a chilling effect on their publications after a more PR

RUSTON, Louisiana, Aug. 31 -- Louisiana Tech University posted the following news: * * * Summer 2026 graduates announced * Louisiana Tech University has announced graduates from its Summer 2026 commencement ceremonies held August 15. Graduates are listed below by the state/territory they have reported in their Workday profile, with Louisiana listed first. LOUISIANA Alexandria * Jamal Sami Farhat - Bachelor of Science * Madisyn Danielle Mcclanahan - Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies * Caden Luke Meche - Bachelor of Science * S more PR

HAMPTON, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- Virginia Peninsula Community College issued the following news: * * * Team Approach Benefits VPCC, Guide Right and Others By: Bob Flynn As the director of manufacturing, skilled trades and transportation at Virginia Peninsula Community College, Bobby Perkins is involved in outreach. On a Sunday in mid-August, he found himself speaking to a group of about 75 students at the VPCC Newport News Trades Center. "I basically did an overview of our trades program and gave them an idea of everything we have to offer, t more PR

HAMPTON, Virginia, Aug. 31 -- Hampton University posted the following news: * * * The Ethics of Intelligence: Hampton University Builds an AI Ecosystem for a Future Where Access, Data, Opportunity Matter * As Virginia becomes the nation's data center capital and AI reshapes the labor market, Hampton University is tackling a larger question: Who will shape the technologies increasingly shaping us? HAMPTON, Va. (August 25, 2026) -Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how Americans work, learn, communicate, receive health care and parti more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 2 -- TheDream.US, a college and career success program for immigrant youth, issued the following news release on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * New Video Highlights How Dreamers Losing Access to In-State Tuition Harms All of Illinois Washington, DC - A new video released today by TheDream.US highlights the broader consequences to the entire state of Illinois with Dreamers losing access to tuition equity policies. This summer, following a judicial ruling that sided with an earlier U.S. Department of Justice lawsuit, Illinois more PR

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Sept. 1 -- The Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education issued the following news release: * * * Tickets on sale for Oklahoma CareerTech Hall of Fame banquet The Oklahoma CareerTech Foundation has opened ticket sales for its Hall of Fame banquet in November, when the foundation will honor seven inductees. This year's Oklahoma Career and Technology Education Hall of Fame inductees are Athena Frank, Donna Metcalf, Virginia Sasser, Billy Scott, Fred Shultz, Eddie Smith and Ron Vandever. The ceremony will be more PR

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Alabama, Sept. 1 -- The U.S. Army Contracting Command posted the following news: * * * Rebalancing Functional Area 51 * In April 2025, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth issued the memorandum "Army Transformation and Acquisition Reform," which then prompted the issuance of the "Army Letter to the Force: Army Transformation Initiative," from the Secretary of the Army, Dan Driscoll, and former Chief of Staff of the Army, Gen. Randy A. George in May 2025. The "Army Transformation and Acquisition Reform" memorandum directs the U.S more PR

AMHERST, Massachusetts, Sept. 1 -- The University of Massachusetts posted the following news: * * * UMass Amherst Computer Science Students Earn Real-World Experience While Helping Society * "Computing for the common good" is more than an abstract concept in the UMass Amherst's Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences (CICS) - it's a guidepost. And this summer, UMass Amherst CICS students at the undergraduate and graduate levels brought the philosophy to life as part of the Data Science for the Common Good (DS4CG) program.In DS4 more PR

LYNCHBURG, Virginia, Aug. 31 -- The University of Lynchburg posted the following news: * * * University of Lynchburg to host inaugural Pluralism Summit on Oct. 3 * The University of Lynchburg will host its inaugural Pluralism Summit, "Pluralism in Practice: A Summit on Dialogue, Leadership, and Civic Engagement," on Saturday, Oct. 3. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Drysdale Student Center's West Room. The Pluralism Summit is sponsored by the University, the Junior League of Lynchburg, Interfaith America, and the Council of  more PR

LYNCHBURG, Virginia, Aug. 31 -- The University of Lynchburg posted the following news: * * * University of Lynchburg welcomes largest incoming undergraduate class since 2018 * The University of Lynchburg welcomed 502 new undergraduate students for the Fall 2026 semester, its largest incoming undergraduate class since 2018. The newcomers include 96 transfer students and 406 recent high school graduates. They came from 29 states and 16 countries. Seventy-six percent live on campus, and 100% are receiving scholarship support. "Recruiting 502 more PR

FREDERICKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- The University of Mary Washington issued the following news: * * * UMW Receives Grant to Launch Composting Program, Expand Food Recovery By Sarah Hertz Mahoney The University of Mary Washington was awarded $432,215 from the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (VDEQ) to support food waste prevention education, food recovery efforts and the establishment of a campus-wide composting program. Funded through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Climate Pollution Reduction Grant program, the aw more PR

GREENSBURG, Pennsylvania, Sept. 1 -- University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg issued the following news: * * * Student practicum with WPA Press results in reissue of classic: David Huddle's "Paper Boy" Following its tradition of publishing books about work and the people who do it, small independent publishing house WPA Press has just reissued award-winning poet David Huddle's classic "Paper Boy" (ISBN 979-8182110396/$12 USD), a collection filled with stories of growing up in an eccentric Appalachian town during the 1950s. WPA Press, an independ more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- The University of Richmond issued the following news release: * * * University of Richmond Museums Hosts Singaporean Artist Shubigi Rao and Student-Curated Exhibition This Fall * This fall, the University of Richmond Museums' Joel and Lila Harnett Museum of Art will feature three exhibitions, including a landmark exhibit from Singaporean artist Shubigi Rao. Open Sept. 24 2026 through April 24, 2027, Shubigi Rao: All Our Elephants Are in Rooms marks the first exhibition in the United States by this acclaimed S more PR

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Sept. 1 (TNSjou) -- The University of Virginia issued the following Q&A on Aug. 31, 2026, involving David Schuff, professor in the McIntire School of Commerce: * * * Q&A: Can you trust online ratings in the age of 'review bombing'? By Corey Mittenberg, cm4wn@comm.virginia.edu Before buying a product, booking a hotel or streaming a movie, many people check online reviews. But not every glowing recommendation or one-star takedown reflects a genuine customer experience. David Schuff, a professor at the University o more PR

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- The University of Virginia issued the following research news: * * * A UVA nutrition expert tested AI diet-tracking apps. Here's what she found By Laura Hoxworth, lh4na@virginia.edu Accurately tracking what you eat is notoriously difficult. Still, the rapid rise of AI-powered apps that could simplify the process intrigued Sibylle Kranz, a researcher at the University of Virginia School of Education and Human Development. A registered dietician, Kranz signed up for free trials of several popular apps,  more PR

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Sept. 2 -- The University of Virginia issued the following research news: * * * Want kids to be better at math and reading? Send them out for recess By Laura Hoxworth, lh4na@virginia.edu Schools across the country have steadily reduced recess during the past two decades, often to make more time for math and reading instruction. A growing body of research suggests that strategy may be backfiring. In May, the American Academy of Pediatrics issued its first updated guidance on recess in 13 years, citing evidence th more PR

NAPLES, Italy, Sept. 1 -- The U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa - U.S. 6th Fleet issued the following news: * * * USS Delaware arrives in Norway * GROTSUND, Norway - Virginia class fast attack submarine USS Delaware (SSN 791) arrived in Grotsund, Norway, for a routine port visit, Sept. 1, 2026. U.S. Navy submarines routinely operate around the High North to provide maritime domain awareness and ensure security and stability in the region. Fast attack submarines are multi-mission platforms enabling five of the six Navy maritime strategy co more PR

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- University of Virginia Health posted the following news release: * * * UVA Health Bringing Comprehensive Cancer Care to Lynchburg * UVA Health will begin offering cancer care services in Lynchburg this fall. Patients in the region will have access to high-quality medical oncology care starting in late October or early November. The cancer clinic will be located at 103 Clifton St. on the ground floor of the UVA Health Lynchburg Dialysis building. Most standard cancer treatments, including infusion th more PR

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- The University of Virginia School of Law issued the following news: * * * Law School Kicks Off New Year of Public Service Maggie Birkel '18, Joe Zogby '96 Receive Shaping Justice Awards Cooper Allen The University of Virginia School of Law kicked off a new year of public service on Thursday, honoring two alumni for their contributions to the field while highlighting the resources available to students interested in public interest careers. The kickoff event was jointly hosted by the Law School's Morti more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 2 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * VCU medical faculty and students advocate for law that helps patients manage their eye conditions The Virginia legislation, which took effect on July 1, takes on the widespread challenge of patients exhausting eye drop bottles before insurance companies allow them a refill. By Laura Ingles, VCU School of Medicine A team of Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine faculty and medical students helped turn a common frustration for patie more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 2 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Azim Eskandarian joins the Virginia Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine The honor recognizes the College of Engineering dean's impact on engineering education and the intelligent and autonomous vehicle industry. By David Pulgar, VCU College of Engineering For contributions to Virginia's engineering education system and pioneering research that shaped the intelligent vehicle industry, the Virginia Academy of Science, Engineering and Me more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Kalyn McDonough Smith honored with Early Career Scholar Award Based on the professor's research, VCU's Center for Sport Leadership and a local correctional facility have formed a partnership that explores the power of sport to drive social change. By Laura Stassi A former NCAA Division I lacrosse player returns to her alma mater to work as a research assistant and volunteer staffer for the team. There, she stumbles into a volunteer opportunity  more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 1 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Psychedelic drug candidate could boost mental health while preserving gut health VCU researchers are exploring psychedelic-inspired treatment for psychiatric disorders that avoids gastrointestinal side effects. By Olivia Trani Psychedelic drugs show promise for treating a range of mental health conditions, but they often carry physical side effects such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University h more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 2 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Talking across the divide Americans are more at odds than ever. The Baldacci Institute for Civil Discourse aims to bring us back together. By Alexis Finc, VCU College of Humanities and Sciences When did it become hard to have a conversation? For many Americans, the idea of speaking with someone with opposing viewpoints has become fraught. Gone are the days when folks could share a joke with their neighbor, regardless of the political sign on th more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. Eugene Vindman, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Vindman Calls on Legislators to Sell Their Stocks or Step Down to Restore Public Trust and Ensure Politicians Pay Their Fair Share * Congressman Vindman Voluntarily Sold His Own Individual Stock Holdings Before Being Sworn into Congress in 2024 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Eugene Vindman (Va.-07) introduced the Sell Your Stocks or Step Down Act, legislation that would require Members of Congress, Cabinet officials, Federal judges, and more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Eugene Vindman, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Vindman Votes to Keep Government Open, Federal Employees Paid * Washington, D.C. -Congressman Eugene Vindman (Va.-07) today released the following statement after voting for the Senate Amendment to H.R. 6500. "Virginians know that federal workers are the backbone of our economy and our government. With tens of thousands of federal workers and contractors in Virginia's Seventh District, I am proud to vote to keep the government open. "As a fo more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- The Virginia Department of Education issued the following news release: * * * Virginia Board of Education Meeting Summary: August 26-27, 2026 * The Virginia Board of Education met on August 26-27, 2026, at Reynolds Community College. The full meeting agenda and materials are available on the August 2026 meeting webpage. #Work Session During the work session on Wednesday, the Board received presentations on results from the Standards of Learning Testing from the School Year 2025-2026 and the School Performa more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Sept. 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Hunton Andrews Kurth, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Virginia Business Names Three Hunton Attorneys to the Virginia 500 - The 2026-27 Power List * Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP is pleased to announce that Virginia Business magazine has recognized Rudene Mercer Haynes, Todd Haymore, and Randall Parks in the Virginia 500 - The 2026-27 Power List. The seventh annual edition of The Power List features 500 of the "most powerful leaders across 20 major sectors, ranging from real estate  more PR

MONTGOMERY, Alabama, Sept. 1 [Category: Sociological] -- The Equal Justice Initiative posted the following news: * * * Virginia Removes Last Three Confederate Monuments From Capitol * On Friday, the Commonwealth of Virginia removed three Confederate monuments from Capitol Square, a public park and civic campus near the state Capitol in Richmond, as required by a bill passed earlier this year. The Commonwealth of Virginia is no longer publicly displaying any monuments to the Confederate States of America on state property, according to Virg more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 2 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Chemists design extra-sticky adhesives that degrade on command One team of Virginia Tech chemists developed a fully recyclable tape. Another team designed an adhesive stronger than duct tape that degrades on command. Working together, they are setting a new standard for sustainable, usable adhesives. By Kelly Izlar and Syd Morgan A good adhesive is unequivocally sticky. A great adhesive is sticky until you don't want it to be sticky anymore -- a label more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Connecting disciplines to confront changing seas By Emily Alberts From understanding the physical forces driving sea level change to modeling their effects and helping scientists communicate those implications to communities, three members Virginia Tech recently contributed their expertise to the inaugural Summer School in Sea Level Science at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution in Massachusetts. Their participation reflects the missions of two Destinatio more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Experts analyze the issues involved with Flock and similar camera systems A new kind of camera system for reading license plates has expanded the potential for law enforcement to track vehicles and at the same time has raised concerns about violations of privacy. Common parlance refers to these devices as "Flock cameras," but in fact Flock is a brand name, and Flock Safety is just one of several companies that sell and operate similar security systems. Virginia  more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Human Powered Submarine team finishes second at international competition After months of engineering improvements, fundraising, and preparation, the team scored big at the European International Submarine Races. By Jama Green Fresh off their second-place finish at the 18th International Submarine Races last summer, Virginia Tech's Human Powered Submarine team set its sights on a new challenge: competing overseas. And the team did just as well across the pond, more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 1 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Protecting the peanut: Sensors help fend off fungus Early detection could be the difference between a healthy peanut crop and a devastating outbreak of Sclerotinia blight -- a fungal disease capable of causing significant yield loss. By Lindsay Key Sweet, salty, crunchy, or creamy -- no matter how it's munched, the Virginia peanut has been a cash crop for the commonwealth for much of the last two centuries. But a fungal disease called Sclerotinia bli more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 2 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Tina Savla named executive director of Institute for Society, Culture, and Environment By Becca Halm Tina Savla has been named executive director of the Institute for Society, Culture, and Environment. A professor of human development and family science at Virginia Tech, Savla has built a nationally recognized research portfolio as a social gerontologist and quantitative methodologist. She has secured more than $19 million in external funding for work examinin more PR

LEXINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 2 -- Washington and Lee University issued the following news: * * * Alex Rabar Profiled by the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators W&L's chief public safety officer was featured in the member spotlight series "Behind the Uniform." By Brian Laubscher Alex Rabar, chief public safety officer at Washington and Lee University, was recently featured by the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators in an online segment titled "Behind the Uniform." "Behind the Unif more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- The National Credit Union Administration issued the following news release: * * * WeDevelopment Federal Credit Union Merges into CommunityAmerica Federal Credit Union * #Member Deposits Remain Protected up to $250,000; Member Services Uninterrupted Alexandria, VA (September 1, 2026) - WeDevelopment Federal Credit Union of Kansas City, Missouri, merged into CommunityAmerica Federal Credit Union of Lenexa, Kansas, effective today. Members transferring to CommunityAmerica Federal Credit Union will experience  more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- McGuireWoods, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * White House Honors McGuireWoods' Jake Pryor for Prosecution of International Narco-Terrorist Figures McGuireWoods associate Jake Pryor was honored by the White House's Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the U.S. Interdiction Coordinator (USIC) for his leadership of a major money-laundering and narcotics-trafficking prosecution during his tenure at the U.S. Department of Justice. Sara Carter, the ONDCP Director, presented Pryor  more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. Robert J. Wittman, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Wittman Advocates for Community Project Funding for Henrico County * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) highlighted the inclusion of a $2,640,000 funding request for Henrico County's Staples Mill Road Sidewalk Improvements project 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 Appropriati more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Wyden Urges Google, Meta and TikTok To Stop Putting Small Businesses At Risk of Violating State Privacy Laws * #Surveillance Ad Tracking Tools Collect Users' Sensitive Information by Default, Big Tech Tracking Tools Won't to Follow Universal Opt-Out required by Oregon California and Colorado WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Senator Ron Wyden, D-Ore., urged major tech companies to stop putting small businesses at risk of violating state privacy laws and to let A more PR