HAMPTON, Virginia, Oct. 9 -- Hampton University posted the following news: * * * 31 Scholars, One Legacy of Excellence: Freddye T. Davy Honors College Welcomes Hampton's Highest-Achieving Freshmen * Scholars begin their Hampton journey with a commitment to academic distinction, leadership and service. HAMPTON, Va. (Oct. 1, 2026) - Hampton University's Freddye T. Davy Honors College welcomed 31 high-achieving freshmen into its distinguished University Scholars cohort during an induction ceremony on Thursday, Sept. 24, at the Student Center  more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 5 -- The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America issued the following news release: * * * AAFA to FAA: Airlines Need No Wiggle Room on Passenger Safety Leading patient advocacy group calls for modern, easy-to-use epinephrine on all flights to protect passengers with allergies - Washington D.C., October 5, 2026 - The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) is calling on the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to require that all commercial airlines carry modern, easy-to-use epinephrine in their emergency more PR

GERMANTOWN, Maryland, Oct. 8 [Category: BizEngineering] -- Amentum, a provider of technical and engineering services, issued the following news release: * * * Amentum Opens Global Nuclear Headquarters in Oak Ridge, Tennessee * CHANTILLY, Va., October 8, 2026 -- Amentum today opened its Global Nuclear headquarters in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. The facility, which houses Amentum's Nuclear Center of Excellence, now serves as a centralized hub for the company's international nuclear business operations. Located at 151 Lafayette Drive in Oak Ridge,  more PR

BRIDGEWATER, Virginia, Oct. 5 -- Bridgewater College issued the following news release: * * * Bridgewater College Recognized in National and Regional Rankings Bridgewater College has been recognized by three leading college review publications for its work supporting students and preparing them for success after graduation. The College was recognized in multiple categories by U.S. News & World Report, included among Washington Monthly's colleges recognized for tuition value and selected by The Princeton Review for its list of academically o more PR

BRIDGEWATER, Virginia, Oct. 7 -- Bridgewater College issued the following news release: * * * Dorsey Named New Esports Program Director Bridgewater College Vice President for IT and Chief Information Officer Kristy Rhea is pleased to announce Jocef Dorsey as the new Esports Program Director. "We are excited to have Jocef join the Bridgewater community. He has great energy and enthusiasm about growing the esports program here at BC," Rhea said. Competitive online gaming is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world. Bridgewater launched more PR

MCLEAN, Virginia, Oct. 6 -- The Center for Excellence in Education issued the following news release: * * * Applications Being Accepted for 2027 Research Science Institute McLean, Va. (October 6, 2026) - The Center for Excellence in Education (CEE) announces that applications are now being accepted for its 2027 Research Science Institute (RSI), which is collaboratively sponsored with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Stanford University on their campuses. RSI '27 will be in session at MIT from June 20 to July 31, 2027, an more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 8 [Category: Political] -- The Campaign Legal Center posted the following news release: * * * Coalition Challenges Unlawful Use of Public Money for Trump Political Ads * NEW YORK -- A coalition including a nationwide watchdog group, a service workers union and a candidate for State House in Alabama has filed a legal challenge to the Trump-Vance administration's unlawful use of public funds for partisan political ads. In a complaint filed in the Southern District of New York, government watchdog group Common Cause, Service  more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 11 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Student Press Law Center posted the following news: * * * College journalism is thriving at schools that don't teach it * Hundreds of college newspapers publish at universities that don't offer journalism majors -- and that's no problem for the students. This story was originally published in the Student Press Report, a national news desk covering student media and journalism education in higher ed. It is supported by lead partners Student Press Law Center and Flytedesk, with second more PR

HERNDON, Virginia, Oct. 8 [Category: Transportation] -- The RV Industry Association posted the following news: * * * Coming Soon: A New Member Portal for RVIA.org * Later this month, the RV Industry Association will launch an upgraded member portal designed to streamline your online experience and make managing your account simpler than ever. What's Changing--and What Stays the Same Accessing your account will not change. You will continue to log in the exact same way you always have: by clicking the gold "Login" button in the top right c more PR

HERNDON, Virginia, Oct. 8 [Category: Transportation] -- The RV Industry Association posted the following news: * * * Communicating Compliance: Helping Customers Understand the Seal * When prospective buyers step onto a dealership lot, they are naturally focused on floor plans, cargo capacity, storage, and interior finishes. However, beneath the surface of every unit sits a complex network of electrical, gas, heating, and plumbing systems--all operating the amenities needed for temporary living quarters on wheels while being subject to vibra more PR

LONDON, England, Oct. 8 [Category: BizMedia] -- Taylor and Francis Group, a publishing company, posted the following news release: * * * Crucial questions about AI ethics explored in new book series from CRC Press and Association for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence * First book in the series examines responsible use of AI in education Image: Emily Rand & LOTI / https://betterimagesofai.org / https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ AI is being integrated into our daily lives and reshaping our world at speed, often far outpa more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Oct. 6 -- Dallas College issued the following news release: * * * Dallas College Chancellor Names Virginia M. Fraire President of Richland Campus Oct. 6, 2026 Dr. Justin H. Lonon, Chancellor of Dallas College, has appointed Dr. Virginia M. Fraire as President of Richland Campus following a comprehensive nationwide search and selection process. In this role, Fraire will report directly to Chancellor Lonon and will help advance the goals of Dallas College 2035 through workforce innovation, industry engagement, student success a more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 8 -- The U.S. Space Force issued the following news: * * * First Guardians complete Jungle Operations Training Course in Panama * U.S. Southern Command Public Affairs AERONAVAL BASE CRISTOBAL COLON, Panama (AFNS) -- Maj. Alyson Gleason, assigned to Headquarters U.S. Space Force, and Capt. Stephen Brown, assigned to the 392nd Combat Training Squadron, became the first Guardians to complete the Jungle Operations Training Course-Panama, Sept. 25, at Aeronaval Base Cristobal Colon. The 18-day training course placed t more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 9 [Category: BizMedia] -- PBS posted the following news release: * * * France 24 and PBS Announce Partnership to Bring France 24 English to PBS Streaming Platforms * ARLINGTON, VA; October 9, 2026 - France 24 and PBS today announced a new agreement to offer PBS member stations the option to livestream France 24 English as a subchannel on their PBS digital platforms. The agreement significantly strengthens France 24's efforts to expand its digital reach amongst U.S. audiences, while giving PBS member stations a new more PR

HAMPDEN-SYDNEY, Virginia, Oct. 9 -- Hampden-Sydney College posted the following news: * * * H-SC Receives duPont Fund Grant for Place-Based Learning * With a newly awarded $225,000 grant from the Jessie Ball duPont Fund, Hampden-Sydney College will establish the Southside Crossroads Project to support original and ongoing research into local history and culture. The project is led by Elliott Professor of History Caroline Emmons and Ewing Professor of Religion Michael Utzinger, who, along with the Office of Sponsored Programs, worked dilige more PR

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Oct. 9 -- George Mason University posted the following news: * * * High school flag football coach dominates the field with kinesiology and coaching knowledge * The Lightridge High School girls flag football team may be new, but it's far from green. Their perfect record is proof of a spectacular inaugural season. And it's thanks, in part, to their head coach and George Mason student Maya McAfee. By combining her kinesiology major with a coaching minor and a passion for football, McAfee is helping Lightridge High School sc more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 9 [Category: Sociological] -- LIBRE Initiative issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: LIBRE & AFP Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and the American Dream in Colorado * The LIBRE Initiative and Americans for Prosperity-Colorado brought together community members, families, and leaders on Thursday for a Hispanic Heritage Month celebration honoring LIBRE's 15th anniversary and the American Dream. Held at the Bison Ridge Recreation Center in Commerce City, the event featured food, music, and entertainment wh more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 8 [Category: Sociological] -- LIBRE Initiative issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: LIBRE Capitol Connect Hosts Fireside Chat with Congressman Rob Wittman * The LIBRE Initiative hosted a Capitol Connect fireside chat with Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), bringing thousands of Latinos and base constituents for a conversation on issues affecting families and communities across Virginia and the country. Moderated by Israel Ortega, Coalitions Director at The LIBRE Initiative, the telephone town hall provide more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 [Category: Engineering] -- The International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers posted the following news: * * * IFPTE's Candace Rhett Joins and Thanks Virginia Representative Don Beyer for His Support of IFPTE * IFPTE's Communications Rep Candace Rhett represented the International this week at a labor event with Virginia Congressman, Don Beyer. IFPTE was one of several unions in attendance where participants thanked the Congressman for his work to restore the collective bargaining rights of the over 1 mi more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 8 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following news: * * * Legendary fighter takes final flight, Air Force Reserve delivers F-117A to Smithsonian * Nearly two decades after the U.S. Air Force retired the airframe from combat, one F-117A Nighthawk had the rare opportunity to take to the skies once more: this time, in the cargo hold of a C-5M Super Galaxy. The historic stealth aircraft, bound for the Smithsonian Institution's National Air and Space Museum's Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, Virginia, would soon join the more PR

ROBINS AFB, Georgia, Oct. 8 -- The U.S. Air Force Reserve Command posted the following news: * * * Legendary fighter takes final flight: Air Force Reserve delivers F-117A to Smithsonian * Nearly two decades after the U.S. Air Force retired the airframe from combat, one F-117A Nighthawk had the rare opportunity to take to the skies once more: this time, in the cargo hold of a C-5M Super Galaxy. The historic stealth aircraft, bound for the Smithsonian Institution's National Air and Space Museum's Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, Virg more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 8 [Category: Sociological] -- LIBRE Initiative issued the following news release: * * * LIBRE and AFP-CO Announces Endorsement of Rep. Carlos Barron HD 48, Rep. Dan Woog HD19, and Jill Haffley HD16 * The LIBRE Initiative and sister organization Americans for Prosperity-Colorado (AFP-CO) today announced their endorsement of Rep. Carlos Barron, Rep. Dan Woo, and Jill Haffley for the Colorado State House of Representatives. As part of AFP's work with communities across Colorado and LIBRE's work within Hispanic commun more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Oct. 11 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release: * * * Managing high blood pressure could prevent >500K CVD deaths annually in 20 countries * Research Highlights: * A modeling analysis of health data for 20 countries found that among preventive healthcare services, increasing control of high blood pressure may save the most lives, more than 518,000 fewer deaths particularly in upper and lower-middle-income countries. * After management of high blood pressure, increasing tr more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 10 [Category: Environment] -- The Nature Conservancy issued the following news: * * * Media Statement: "Nature's Crisis Can Be Reversed with Proven Solutions" * * Barbara Kuznik "Our planet is in peril. The biodiversity that sustains us is being lost faster than ever, and ecosystems that fuel our health and economies are fraying. Climate impacts are intensifying, while communities around the globe navigate ongoing uncertainty. Today, though these are existential crises, we know more than ever before what works, an more PR

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Alabama, Oct. 9 -- The U.S. Army Contracting Command posted the following news: * * * MICC closes fiscal year 2026 with $6.8 billion in Army contracting support * JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas -- The Mission and Installation Contracting Command closed fiscal year 2026 with more than 21,450 contracting actions valued at approximately $6.8 billion, including $2.9 billion awarded to American small businesses, as the command expanded its role in Army modernization and innovative acquisition. The command also  more PR

SANTA BARBARA, California, Oct. 9 [Category: Health Care] -- Direct Relief posted the following news: * * * Monitoring Hurricanes Isaias and Simon as Landfalls Near This Weekend, and More * Cookies can help enhance your browsing experience and help personalize content by analyzing traffic and usage trends on directrelief.org. By clicking "Accept All", you consent to the use of cookies Privacy Policy Include a byline with the reporter's name and Direct Relief in the following format: "Author Name, Direct Relief." If attribution in that form more PR

HERNDON, Virginia, Oct. 8 [Category: Transportation] -- The RV Industry Association posted the following news: * * * Nebraska RV Franchise Law Is Now In Effect * On Thursday. October 1, Nebraska's new RV franchise law took effect. Earlier this year, the Nebraska Legislature passed the law by a 48-1 vote. The new RV franchise law establishes a framework specifically for the manufacturer-dealer relationship within Nebraska's RV industry and is based on the model law supported by the RV Industry Association and RV Dealers Association. Now tha more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 9 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Student Press Law Center posted the following news: * * * New Montgomery County guidelines don't address prior review concerns * Newly issued guidelines from Montgomery County Public Schools make progress in recognizing the editorial independence of student media, but advocates argue the district still falls critically short of complying with the Maryland New Voices law. A new district checklist requires administrators to review and sign off on every student media story before it's p more PR

HAMPTON, Virginia, Oct. 9 -- Hampton University posted the following news: * * * New Theatre Play Serves Up Mystery, Mischief and Mayhem that You Don't Want to Miss * Before Juliet & Romeo: A Street Saga takes center stage for Homecoming, Hampton University invites audiences to a murder mystery where the suspects are suspicious, the characters are delightfully eccentric and the truth is anything but innocent. HAMPTON, Va. (October 9, 2026) -- Fancy a spot of murder with your afternoon tea? Hampton University Theatre is inviting audiences t more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Oct. 9 -- Gov. Abigail Spanberger, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * NEW: Governor Spanberger Stands Up to Trump Administration Effort to Strip Protections from 400,000 Acres of National Forests in Virginia * Governor Spanberger: "The Roadless Rule Is Critical to Protecting Sensitive Wildlife Habitat, Water Quality and Drinking Water Supplies, as Well as Virginia's Outdoor Recreation Economy" RICHMOND, VA -- Governor Abigail Spanberger today urged the Trump Administration to abandon its proposal to re more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 6 -- The National Taxpayers Union issued the following news release: * * * NTU President Pete Sepp Named Chair of World Taxpayers Associations October 06, 2026 National Taxpayers Union (NTU) on Tuesday announced that its President Pete Sepp was named chair of the World Taxpayers Associations (WTA), a global network of taxpayer groups from more than 50 countries providing policy education for lower taxes, limited and accountable government, and taxpayer rights. In his role as chair, Sepp will make the policy case  more PR

BRIDGEWATER, Virginia, Oct. 6 -- Bridgewater College issued the following news release: * * * PEN America Director to Discuss Free Speech in Endowed Lecture at Bridgewater College Bridgewater College will host Kristen Shahverdian, Director of Higher Education and Free Expression at PEN America, for a discussion about the importance of free speech on Tuesday, Oct. 20 at 7:30 p.m. in the Boitnott Room in Rebecca Hall at the college. This event, part of BC's Endowed Lectures series, is free and open to the public. Shahverdian will participate  more PR

HERNDON, Virginia, Oct. 8 [Category: Transportation] -- The RV Industry Association posted the following news: * * * Register For RVTI, Truma's Product Training Courses * Truma and the RV Technical Institute (RVTI) are continuing their training partnership through 2026, offering free product instruction directly on the Institute's campus. Participants will gain hands-on experience with Truma's heating, hydronic, cooling, and water-heating systems (including combined and on-demand units). Courses are open to everyone without prerequisites,  more PR

SOUTHFIELD, Michigan, Oct. 6 -- The Society of Manufacturing Engineers issued the following news release: * * * Robert X. Gao Elected NAMRI | SME President for 2026-27 SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (October 6, 2026) - As it continues to shape the future of manufacturing research and innovation, the North American Manufacturing Research Institution of SME (NAMRI | SME) has elected its 2026-27 executive leaders and directors. NAMRI | SME serves as a bridge between manufacturing research and real-world application, ensuring that fundamental discoveries dr more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 (TNSida) -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Scott Calls on Watchdog to Investigate Whether or Not HHS Lied in Litigation * WASHINGTON - Today, House Education and Workforce Committee Ranking Member Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (D-VA-03) urged the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Inspector General to investigate HHS's potential submission of inconsistent or fraudulent information in active litigation. On February 6, 2025, Ranking Member Scott calledonthe U.S. Government A more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 8 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Advises Galvanize on US$70 Million Project Financing for AMP's AI-Powered Waste Infrastructure * Sidley advised Galvanize as lead financier in US$70 million of project debt financing for AMP, an AI-powered waste and recycling company, to fund construction of a new sortation facility and organics processing system in Portsmouth, Virginia. The financing supports AMP's 20-year partnership with the Southeastern Publi more PR

SPRINGFIELD, Massachusetts, Oct. 9 -- Springfield College issued the following news: * * * Springfield College Submitted Obituaries * Listed below are submitted obituaries from September 15, 2026 to October 13, 2026. Dixon A. McCool '51 - Full Obituary... Lawrence G. Coulter '53 - Full Obituary... William W. Edwards Jr. '57 - Full Obituary... Donald D. DeLorenzo '59, G'64 - Full Obituary... Caroline Field Roosa '59 - Full Obituary... J. Douglas Alt '66 - Full Obituary... Donald V. Knapman '66 - Full Obituary... Walter R. Boynton '69 more PR

ROANOKE, Virginia, Oct. 9 -- The Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at Virginia Tech posted the following news: * * * The key to healthy aging may be inside your mitochondria, article * Zhen Yan's research uncovered a previously unknown molecular pathway that may point to new ways to protect against age-related disease. Yan will deliver the next Maury Strauss Distinguished Public Lecture at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC on Oct. 15. Whether you're walking in a park or running a marathon, your muscles need energy to move. more PR

NAPLES, Italy, Oct. 11 -- The U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa - U.S. 6th Fleet issued the following news: * * * USS Oregon arrives in Norway * Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Oregon (SSN 793) arrived at the Port of Grotsund near Tromso for a scheduled port visit Oct. 6. The port call is part of standard, routine operations conducted by U.S. and allied undersea forces across northern Europe and the Arctic. Grotsund serves as an established logistics hub supporting regular replenishment, routine maintenance and crew rest for allied  more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Oct. 7 -- The Virginia Department of Corrections issued the following news release: * * * VADOC K9s Bentley, Conan, Jack, Mirko, Nero, Omlette, Trucker, and Zarca Have Received Donation of Body Armor October 07, 2026 RICHMOND, VIRGINIA -- Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) K9s Bentley, Conan, Jack, Mirko, Nero, Omlette, Trucker, and Zarca have received bullet and stab protective vests thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. All the vests were sponsored by the Surv more PR

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Oct. 8 [Category: BizHealth Care] -- Premier, a healthcare improvement company, posted the following news release: * * * VCU Mobile Health and Wellness Program Honored with 2026 Premier Cares Award and $100,000 Donation for Improving Health in Underserved Communities * CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- October 8, 2026 -- The VCU Mobile Health and Wellness Program (MHWP), a nurse-led initiative delivering preventive and chronic care services directly to underserved communities across Virginia, has been named the 2026 recipient of more PR

NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, Oct. 8 -- Yale Economic Growth Center issued the following news: * * * October 8, 2026 When a policy hits its target, where does the value go? Insights from the Firms, Trade, and Development Conference 2026 By Rahul Shukla & Zeynep Bayram Two export bans, one government, and opposite results. When Indonesia banned raw nickel exports, China had limited alternative sources and shifted processing to Indonesia. When Indonesia tried the same policy with bauxite, a mineral of which it produces barely 3% of world output, C more PR