COOKEVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 15 -- Tennessee Technological University posted the following news release: * * * 'One amazing opportunity after another:' Tennessee Tech trustee opens up about the educational journey that inspired her board service * When Tennessee Tech University Board of Trustees member Teresa Chasteen-Dunn looks back on her life, she sees a series of opportunities made possible through education. From attending community college on her late father's GI Bill to completing postdoctoral work in the Ivy League, co-founding a co more PR

SCOTTSDALE, Arizona, Oct. 15 -- The Alliance Defending Freedom, an organization advancing every person's right to live and speak the truth, issued the following news release: * * * ADF commends OCC, Trump admin for guaranteeing fair banking for all Americans October 14, 2026 The following quote may be attributed to Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel and Senior Vice President of the Counter Censorship Task Force Jeremy Tedesco regarding a report the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency released Wednesday called "Debanked: Guarant more PR

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 15 -- Pennsylvania Attorney General David W. Sunday issued the following news: * * * AG Sunday Takes Action to Ensure Sensitive Consumer Information is Protected in Character.AI Bankruptcy, Potential Sale * HARRISBURG - Attorney General Dave Sunday announced that Pennsylvania is joining a coalition of state attorneys general in filing a notice in the bankruptcy proceedings of Character Technologies, Inc. -- the company behind the popular chatbot company Character.AI. The court filing regards sensitive consume more PR

HUNTINGTON, West Virginia, Oct. 15 -- Marshall University posted the following news release: * * * Appalachian Power Foundation awards $50,000 to Marshall University center to expand EMS training * The funding will help advance efforts to deploy 54 or more augmented reality training systems throughout the state, expanding access to comprehensive, simulation-based training for EMS professionals, particularly in rural and underserved communities where traditional training resources may be limited. "Appalachian Power recognizes the vital role more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release: * * * Ascension Saint Thomas' Robyn Morrissey Named a Becker's Rising Star for Healthcare Leadership * Robyn Morrissey, Chief Strategy Officer for Ascension Saint Thomas, has been named to Becker's Healthcare's 2026 "Rising Stars: 188 Healthcare Leaders Under 40" list, recognizing emerging healthcare leaders who are making an impact across the industry. Morrissey is recognized by Becker's for her leadership in more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 15 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Seeks Consumer Protections in Character.AI Bankruptcy * OAKLAND -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced joining a bipartisan coalition of state attorneys general in filing a notice in the bankruptcy proceedings of Character Technologies, Inc., the company behind the popular chatbot company Character.AI. The court filing identifies serious concerns about the company's safety and privacy pra more PR

LANSING, Michigan, Oct. 15 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Nessel Seeks Consumer Protections in Character.AI Bankruptcy * LANSING - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel today announced that Michigan is joining a coalition of state attorneys general in filing a notice in the bankruptcy proceedings of Character Technologies, Inc. (PDF), the company behind the popular chatbot company Character.AI. The court filing identifies serious concerns about the company's safety and priv more PR

CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 15 -- Austin Peay State University posted the following news: * * * Austin Peay State University National Alumni Association announces new slate of board members * The new members of APSU's National Alumni Association board, starting top row from left: Montrell Besley, Tom Chester, Amanda Fryer, Jana Gilbert, Gloria Humphrey, Jonathan Jeans, Jasmine Jones, Krista Miller, Tyler Rose, Emily Tardiff, James (Jim) Walker Jr., and Zavion Williams. CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. - The Austin Peay State University (APSU) National  more PR

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Oct. 16 -- Baker Donelson, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Baker Donelson's Charles K. Grant Named Inaugural Circle of Justice Honoree by Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands October 15, 2026 Charles K. Grant of the national law firm Baker Donelson has been named a member of the inaugural Circle of Justice class by the Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands. The Circle of Justice is the organization's highest recognition and honors individuals whose leadership  more PR

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 16 -- Belmont University posted the following news: * * * Why Study Management? Degree Benefits and Career Paths October 15, 2026 By Mary Abebe If you have ever considered the benefits of getting a degree in management, the short answer is this: every organization, no matter the size or industry, needs people who know how to lead teams and solve problems. A management degree teaches you exactly that. Students learn how businesses operate day to day, how to work well with people and how to make complex decisions. more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release: * * * Blackburn, Duckworth Bipartisan Bill to Improve Life-Saving Emergency Communication Technology Passes Committee * NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation (CST) passed bipartisan legislation led by U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) that would improve emergency communication technology used to help save lives. The bipartisan ITS Codification Act would codify the In more PR

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 15 [Category: Energy] -- The Tennessee Electric Cooperative Association posted the following news: * * * Co-ops celebrate a decade of the Tennessee Electric Cooperative Day of Service * NASHVILLE -- 1,120 volunteers, 41 projects and 2,663 service hours sum up how Tennessee's electric co-ops are making a difference through the Tennessee Electric Co-op Day of Service on Thursday, Oct. 15. Those serving this year helped reach and celebrate a 10-year milestone for the occasion. "Electric co-ops do more than provide e more PR

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 15 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Tennessee Bar Association posted the following commentary blog: * * * Data Shows Pass Rates for July 2026 Bar Exam * The Tennessee Board of Law Examiners recently released statistics about the state's July 2026 bar exam. According to the board, 719 -- 609 first time test takers and 110 repeaters -- took the exam. They represent 95 different law schools and saw an overall pass rate of 71.63%. First-time test takers had a pass rate of 80.46%. For first time test-takers at Tennessee la more PR

JOHNSON CITY, Tennessee, Oct. 15 -- East Tennessee State University posted the following news: * * * ETSU hosting events for prospective pharmacy students * Interested in a career in pharmacy? Take your next step and learn more about the profession at upcoming events hosted by East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy. Upcoming admissions events Several admissions events are coming up in fall 2026, with more planned for spring 2027: - Pharmacy Admissions Workshop and Tour (1 hour) -- Oct. 24 These shorter events ta more PR

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 15 -- The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture posted the following news release: * * * Fall in the Foothills Experience Scheduled in Walland for October 25 * KNOXVILLE, Tenn. - The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture is excited to offer the Fall in the Foothills experience perfect for family and friends of all ages! Filled with fun and educational activities in celebration of local agriculture, the event will be hosted at the East Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center's Little River D more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Energy Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company, L.L.C.; Notice of Request Under Blanket Authorization and Establishing Intervention and Protest Deadline Take notice that on October 1, 2026, Tennessee Pipeline Company, L.L.C. (TGP), 1001 Louisiana Street, Houston, Texas 77002, filed in the above referenced docket, a prior notice request pursuant to sections 157.205 and 157.208(f)(2) of the Commission's r more PR

MURFREESBORO, Tennessee, Oct. 15 -- Middle Tennessee State University posted the following news: * * * From mother to daughter to granddaughter, MTSU root of family's teaching legacy * MURFREESBORO, Tenn. -- Education played a huge role in Meredith Powers' life well before she decided she wanted to become an educator. Following in the footsteps of her mom and grandmother, she decided to attend Middle Tennessee State University as an education major. "The fact that my mom and grandmother attended MTSU made it special to me, but since becomi more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 15 -- Florida State University posted the following news: * * * FSU expert breaks down the rise of trendy fall travel * * Florida State University Cecil B. Day Distinguished Professor Nathan Line provides his expertise on what is causing fall travel numbers to rise, rivaling the summer travel season. * Line believes the rise of fall travel benefits smaller towns and local economies despite the unpredictability of the weather in the months of October and November. Once considered a slow season for travel, fall is more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Sen. Bill Hagerty, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI--Hagerty Joins Varney & Co. on Fox Business to Discuss Iran, Russia, and Debanking * NEW YORK--Today, United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations, Appropriations, and Banking Committees, joined Varney & Co. on Fox Business to discuss the latest in Iran, President Donald Trump's recent diesel deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin, and the weaponization of the financial system against conservatives more PR

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, Oct. 15 -- The University of Tennessee Chattanooga Campus posted the following news: * * * Introducing Lucky, UTC's newest therapy dog and future explosives detection K-9 * It's official: Lucky, the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga's newest K-9, is here to stay. Lucky, a six-month-old Labrador Retriever, began his full-time job in the UTC Police Department on Oct. 15. Like Sophie, who was introduced last year as UTC's first working K-9, Lucky will serve as a campus therapy dog. In addition, he will train to b more PR

HARRISONBURG, Virginia, Oct. 15 -- James Madison University issued the following news: * * * JMU launches national network to strengthen civic discourse on college campuses Madison Center for Civic Engagement leads national Faculty Fellows program aimed at building the next generation of civic dialogue leaders across the country - At a time when productive conversations across differences can feel increasingly difficult, James Madison University is helping colleges and universities nationwide equip students with the skills needed to engage more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO American Federation of Government Employees posted the following news release: * * * Largest Federal Employee Union Endorses 6 Florida Candidates Running for Election * Join the 150,000 AFGE members who have already made the switch to E-Dues. Contact: Tim Kauffman 202-374-6491 tim.kauffman@afge.org RIVERDALE, Ga. -- The American Federation of Government Employees today announced its endorsement of six candidates running to represent Florida at the federal and statewide levels in the  more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 [Category: Biology] -- The Center for Biological Diversity posted the following news release: * * * Lawsuit Spurs EPA to Address Asthma-Causing Air Pollution in Parts of Texas, Tennessee * WASHINGTON-- A federal judge has approved a legal agreement requiring the Environmental Protection Agency to finalize plans for cleaning up unhealthy sulfur dioxide air pollution in four areas of Texas and Tennessee. The agreement, which was approved on Wednesday, includes steps to reduce harmful levels of the pollution in areas where more PR

MARYVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 15 -- Maryville College posted the following news: * * * MC's Stacey Wilner to take first final bow with Homecoming Choir * A legacy in every note: Homecoming Choir concert a part of Stacey Wilner's final season at Maryville College Key Takeaways * Stacey Wilner reflects on her final season directing the Maryville College Concert Choir, expressing both nostalgia and sadness. * Wilner, who has led the choir for 27 years, emphasizes her commitment to nurturing student talent and maintaining choral traditions. *  more PR

MURFREESBORO, Tennessee, Oct. 15 -- Middle Tennessee State University posted the following news: * * * MTSU's Blackmon gives commercial songwriting students 'fascinating' inside look at legendary Blackbird Studio * NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Fifteen students in professor Odie Blackmon's recording industry classes had the opportunity to tour the renowned Blackbird Studio in Nashville, where people from Dolly Parton to Taylor Swift to Pearl Jam and beyond have recorded. Located just outside downtown Nashville in Berry Hill, Blackbird Studio was fou more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 [Category: Real Estate] -- The National Fair Housing Alliance posted the following news release: * * * 10/14/2026 Despite the CRA Requiring Fair Credit Access, New Proposal Would Let Banks Continue to Underserve Redlined Communities WASHINGTON--The National Fair Housing Alliance (NFHA), joined by 51 other national, state, and community-based organizations, filed a comment Tuesday urging the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) to withdraw a harmful proposa more PR

LONDON, England, Oct. 14 [Category: BizMedia] -- Visiongain, a media company that says it produces a host of business-to-business reports focusing on the automotive, aviation, chemicals, cyber, defence, energy, food and drink, materials, packaging, pharmaceutical and utilities sectors, posted the following news release: * * * Nuclear Microreactors Market to reach US$1.53bn * The global microreactor market is projected to grow from US$482.8 million in 2027 to US$1,531.8 million (US$1.53 billion) by 2037, at a CAGR of 12.2%, according to the  more PR

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Oct. 15 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Barnes and Thornburg, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Partner Sara Olschewske Joins Barnes & Thornburg's Esteemed Labor and Employment Practice * Veteran labor lawyer brings NLRB and union avoidance experience to firm Olschewske concentrates her practice primarily on traditional labor relations, including representing employers before the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). She has successfully represented employers in union campaigns and negotiations and de more PR

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Oct. 15 -- Queens University of Charlotte posted the following news: * * * Queens alumna Rosie Graham '67 reflects on Apollo 11 on 'Elon Beyond the Bricks' * On July 20, 1969, Queens University of Charlotte alumna Rosie Graham '67 watched with bated breath as NASA astronauts walked on the moon. But unlike the estimated 600-650 million people around the world who watched Neil Armstrong take his historic first step on what Buzz Aldrin described as "magnificent desolation," Graham had an unrivaled seat for the moment more PR

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 15 -- The University of Tennessee posted the following news: * * * Record ROTC Classes Prepare More UT Students for Military Leadership * The U.S. Army, Air Force and Space Force are surpassing their recruiting goals, and the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is preparing a record number of cadets to lead their ranks. This fall 80 first-year students entered Army ROTC and 82 entered Air Force ROTC, setting records for both programs and bringing UT's total number of cadets to more than 400. The growth reflects th more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Rep. Norma J. Torres, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Representatives Torres and Fleischmann Lead Bipartisan Bill to Build America's Advanced Manufacturing Workforce * Legislation expands workforce training and connects workers with good paying careers in growing manufacturing industries Washington, D.C. - Today, during National Manufacturing Month, Representatives Norma Torres (CA-35) and Chuck Fleischmann (TN-03) introduced the bipartisan Advanced Manufacturing Jobs in America Act of 2026, le more PR

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Oct. 15 -- The University of Memphis posted the following news: * * * Roar in Four Launches, Helping Undergraduate UofM Students Reach Graduation Milestone in Four Years October 14, 2026 The recently launched Roar in Four initiative at the University of Memphis is helping to increase the number of undergraduate students who reach graduation in four years by encouraging them and helping them to stay on track by completing 30 credit hours each academic year. Roar in Four is more than just an initiative, it's a commitment  more PR

NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Oct. 16 -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * Will the Midterms Bring Record Representation for Women? By Lisa Intrabartola October 15, 2026 As the hotly contested midterm elections approach, a record number of women are on ballots in state and national races. The question is: Can women translate these historic candidacy numbers into unprecedented levels of representation in elected office? "Anything is possible," says Kelly Dittmar, associate professor of political science at Rutgers Universit more PR

SANTA BARBARA, California, Oct. 15 [Category: Health Care] -- Direct Relief posted the following news: * * * Southern California Braces for Peak Fire Risk as Santa Ana Winds Arrive * 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 format is n more PR

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Oct. 15 -- The University of Tennessee Health Science Center posted the following news: * * * The Double-Edged Sword of a Common Chemotherapy Drug: $1 Million Grant Seeks Solutions to Brain Damage * Arsenic trioxide presents an interesting medical paradox: It is a highly toxic chemical that can cause serious harm to the brain, yet it is also an essential medicine used to treat a rare form of blood cancer. When used in hospitals to treat acute promyelocytic leukemia, arsenic trioxide can be lifesaving. Outside medical tre more PR

PLANO, Texas, Oct. 15 [Category: BizTransportation] -- Toyota Motor Sales USA posted the following news: * * * Toyota and espnW Recognize 11th Class of Everyday Heroes at the 2026 espnW: Women + Sports Summit * 2026 espnW: Women + Sports Summit Read More PLANO, Texas (Oct. 15, 2026) - Toyota honored the 11th class of Toyota Everyday Heroes last night at the 2026 espnW: Women + Sports Summit in Ojai, California. Toyota's Everyday Heroes program recognizes individuals making a difference for women and girls in their local communities throug more PR

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 15 -- Trevecca Nazarene University issued the following news: * * * Trevecca Nazarene University Generates $705 million in Economic Activity and Supports 4,089 Jobs Across Nashville and the State October 14, 2026 New economic impact data highlights Trevecca's contribution to Tennessee's economy and local community - A new economic impact study from theTennessee Independent Colleges and Universities Association (TICUA) reveals that the impact of Trevecca extends far beyond its campus. According to The Economic I more PR

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Oct. 15 -- The Trust for Public Land issued the following news release: * * * Trust for Public Land and City of Chattanooga Open First Section of Alton Park Connector October 14th, 2026 Chattanooga, TN -- After nearly a decade of community input, design, and building, the first portion of the Alton Park Connector is now open to the public. This weekend, Trust For Public Land (TPL) and the City of Chattanooga held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the completion of the project's first phases, which will connect Br more PR

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 15 -- Tennessee State University posted the following news: * * * U.S. Department of Energy Official Visits TSU to Assess Historic Mining Engineering Program * NASHVILLE, Tenn. (TSU News Service) - U.S. Assistant Secretary of Energy for Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy Curt Coccodrilli visited Tennessee State University Oct.14 to assess the institution's newly established mining engineering program in the College of Engineering. Coccodrilli, accompanied by Special Advisor Samuel Fiely, evaluated the program est more PR

LEXINGTON, Kentucky, Oct. 15 -- The University of Kentucky posted the following news: * * * UK to host 3rd annual One Health Symposium Nov. 3 * The University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment (CAFE) and the One Health Initiative invite the UK campus community, along with local and state stakeholders, to the 2026 One Health Symposium Tuesday, Nov. 3, in concert with celebrating International One Health Day. The One Health Symposium is 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. on campus in the Gatton Student Center's Harris Ballr more PR

MARTIN, Tennessee, Oct. 15 -- The University of Tennessee Martin campus issued the following news: * * * UT Martin master's in school counseling ranked best in Tennessee October 14, 2026 The Master of Science in Education (MSED) degree for school counseling at the University of Tennessee at Martin is the top-ranked program in the 2027 state rankings released by CounselingPsychology.org. The program is recognized for being fully online and accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) and the Council for Acc more PR

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, Oct. 15 -- The University of Tennessee Chattanooga Campus posted the following news: * * * UTC's Institute of Contemporary Art presents photographer Chris Aluka Berry and oral historian Kelly Elaine Navies Nov. 5-6 * Documentary photographer Chris Aluka Berry and oral historian, writer and poet Kelly Elaine Navies will visit the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga on Nov. 5-6 for public events connected to Berry's exhibition, "Affrilachia: Testimonies," at the Institute of Contemporary Art. Berry and Navies will  more PR

HERNDON, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- Volkswagen Group of America issued the following news release: * * * Volkswagen Tiguan SEL R-Line Turbo named Best Compact SUV in the 2026 Best of the Year Awards Oct 15, 2026 * Inaugural awards program honors products that excel in performance, quality, innovation, and consumer value * Winners selected through a comprehensive evaluation process involving independent experts and consumer testing * The Tiguan SEL R-Line Turbo was recognized for its upgraded engine, upscale cabin, thoughtfully designed space, s more PR

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 15 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Tennessee Bar Association posted the following commentary blog: * * * Webcast Looks at Impact of Tax Returns on Immigration Status * Federal immigration officers long have reviewed green card applicants to determine if they have the financial means to support themselves. As of Sept. 18, immigration officers now must evaluate whether green card applicants are likely to depend on means-tested public benefits. This one-hour webcast will look at how tax practitioners define and allocate more PR