ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 15 [Category: Medical] -- The American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases posted the following news: * * * AASLD Publishes First Expert-Based Practice Opinion (EXPO) on Liver Biopsy * A new approach to timely clinical guidance, EXPOs combine targeted evidence review with expert interpretation and consensus to support informed clinical decision-making. ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct.15, 2026 -- The American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD) today announced the publication of its first-ever Expert- more PR

RESTON, Virginia, Oct. 15 [Category: Medical] -- The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging posted the following news release: * * * Adam Rosenberg, PhD, and Laura Kennedy, MD, PhD, Receive SNMMI LBCA Mars Shot Award * Rosenberg's independent research focuses on optimizing existing radiopharmaceutical production methods, novel synthesis methods, and development of novel radiotracers, with a recent emphasis on the practical use of smaller biologics. He earned his PhD at Syracuse University and completed his postdoctoral fellowship more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 15 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-MI: Five Questions Jocelyn Benson Must Answer in Gubernatorial Debate Against John James * DETROIT, MI - Ahead of tonight's Gubernatorial debate between Republican nominee and U.S. Congressman John James and Democratic nominee Jocelyn Benson, Americans for Prosperity-Michigan (AFP-MI) is calling on Benson to answer five questions top of mind for Michigan voters. Informed by door-to-door conversations with voters, A more PR

MERRIFIELD, Virginia, Oct. 15 [Category: Environment] -- The National Wildlife Federation posted the following news release: * * * Agencies Should Unpause, Strengthen Animal Vaccination Programs that Prevent, Monitor Zoonotic Diseases * WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Federal agencies should unpause long-standing vaccination and disease prevention programs, including those targeting bird flu and other avian diseases, which are a threat to not only domestic bird populations and public health, but also endangered species like the California condor. "The more PR

NORFOLK, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * Agoura Hills Bans Glue Traps, Recognizes Animal Rights After PETA Push October 14, 2026 Agoura Hills, Calif. - Following close collaboration with PETA, the Agoura Hills City Council voted tonight to outlaw glue traps, which can leave trapped animals suffering for days before dying, making Agoura Hills the sixth U.S. city to prohibit the use and sale of the cruel devices. The historic ordinance opens by declaring, "The Agoura Hi more PR

MCLEAN, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- The Air Line Pilots Association International issued the following news release: * * * Firing Union Leaders Is Bad for Business, Canadian Labour Congress Agrees Canadian Labour Congress Approves ALPA Canada's Request for Boycott of Scandinavian Airlines October 15, 2026 OTTAWA, Ont.--Captain Tim Perry, President of the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) Canada, issued the following statement after the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) issued a national boycott of Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) at ALPA Canada's reques more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- The city of Alexandria issued the following news release: * * * City Advances Pedestrian Safety Improvements in Greater Old Town October 16 The City of Alexandria is advancing pedestrian safety improvements at signalized intersections in the greater Old Town and Carlyle neighborhoods to reduce the risk of serious and fatal crashes. The proposed improvements support the City's Vision Zero goal of eliminating traffic fatalities and severe injuries. This area experiences some of the City's highest levels of p more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 15 [Category: Agriculture] -- USA Rice Federation posted the following news: * * * All Roads Led to Rice in September for 2026 National Rice Month * Throughout the month of September, USA Rice celebrated 2026 National Rice Month (NRM) by highlighting U.S.-grown rice and celebrating the men and women behind the grain through consumer outreach, social media, recipes, chain partnerships, and events promoting the U.S.-rice industry. 2026 NRM programming included special editions of the Schools Think Rice newsletter fo more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 15 -- The National Alliance for Care at Home issued the following news release: * * * The Alliance Applauds Introduction of Medicare Home Health Payment Integrity and Protection Act in the House 10.14.2026 (Alexandria, VA)- The National Alliance for Care at Home (the Alliance) today applauded Representative Claudia Tenney (R-NY) for introducing the House companion to the Medicare Home Health Payment Integrity and Protection Act of 2026. The bill complements S.B. 5250, which Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Marsh more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Oct. 15 -- Gov. Abigail Spanberger, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * At Rural Prosperity Summit, Governor Spanberger Outlines Focus on Economic Development, Celebrates Major New Investments in Rural Communities * Summit Comes After Major New Economic Investments in Rural Communities Across Virginia, Including New $412 Million Project in Caroline County This Week LEXINGTON, VA -- Governor Abigail Spanberger today highlighted her focus on expanding opportunity in rural communities, continuing to create more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 15 [Category: Transportation] -- The American Trucking Associations posted the following news release: * * * ATA Names Mark Colson as Next President & CEO * Colson to prioritize member value, industry integrity, and the strength of ATA's federation Washington-- The American Trucking Associations today announced the appointment of Mark Colson as its next president and CEO, effective December 1, 2026. A trucking association leader and passionate advocate for America's motor carriers and trucking professionals, Cols more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 15 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta: We Demand Justice for Epstein Survivors * OAKLAND -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta, alongside a coalition of 17 attorneys general, today joined a comment letter urging Congress to swiftly pass the Epstein Files Transparency Act II (EFTA II). "The systemic cover-up of this global pedophilic sex trafficking ring is a glaring stain on our nation, and it is time to clean house. For too long, those in more PR

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 15 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Calls on Congress to Pass Second Epstein Files Transparency Act * NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today joined a coalition of 16 other attorneys general in urging Congress to pass the Epstein Files Transparency Act II (EFTA II), legislation that would give state attorneys general and survivors the power to enforce accountability and transparency into the federal government's records on Jeffr more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- BAE Systems issued the following news release: * * * BAE Systems awarded U.S. Space Force contract for space resilient satellite communications terminals 15 October 2026 BAE Systems has been awarded a contract from the U.S. Space Force Space Systems Command (SSC) to design and demonstrate ultra-compact radio-frequency (RF) terminals for a space-based data layer. "This contract leverages decades of experience delivering mission-critical, radiation-hardened hardware and communications systems - from Apollo-era more PR

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Oct. 15 -- University of Virginia Health posted the following news release: * * * Black Children at Risk for Severe Form of Asthma, Research Shows * New UVA Health Children's asthma research could improve care for children - especially Black children - with severe symptoms that require targeted treatment. A team of UVA asthma experts found that Black race and ethnicity was the single strongest risk factor for developing harmful inflammation responsible for "T2-high asthma." Children with this type of asthma tend  more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- Bloomberg Law, a part of Bloomberg, issued the following news release: * * * Bloomberg Law Brings Dockets and Litigation Intelligence to Microsoft Copilot October 15, 2026 New connector gives legal professionals access to Bloomberg Law intelligence within their Microsoft AI workflow - ARLINGTON, Va. -- Bloomberg Law today announced a connector that gives legal professionals access to its market-leading collection of federal and state court dockets data and litigation intelligence through Microsoft Copilot.  more PR

RADFORD, Virginia, Oct. 15 -- Radford University issued the following news release: * * * Career and Internship Fair helps students in their journey * The upper floors of Kyle Hall are packed. Well-dressed students, many with resumes in hand, walk up to exhibit tables and exchange cheerful greetings with exhibitors. They look over the materials on the table, possibly pick up a few giveaway items, then begin to talk more in depth. Some students will be graduating soon and are deciding where they might find that first job on their career pat more PR

NEWPORT NEWS, Virginia, Oct. 15 -- Christopher Newport University posted the following news: * * * Computer Science Program Ranks High For Quality And Affordability * Christopher Newport is among the top schools when it comes to computer science education in Virginia. The University is recognized in the 2027 rankings by Research.com as No. 3 in Virginia for "Most Valuable Computer Science Degree Program." In addition to the computer science ranking, two other CNU programs were recognized by Research.com: * No. 6 Best Social Work Degree Pr more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Rep. Claudia Tenney, R-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Tenney Introduces Bipartisan IRAN Act to Expand Internet Freedom for the Iranian People * Oswego, NY -- Congresswomen Claudia Tenney (NY-24) and Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) today introduced the bipartisan Internet Reach and Access Now (IRAN) Act to strengthen U.S. efforts to help the Iranian people access the open internet, communicate securely, and overcome the Iranian regime's censorship, surveillance, and internet shutdowns. Additi more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 15 [Category: Environment] -- Conservation International issued the following news release: * * * Conservation International Executive Director on UN Biodiversity Summit (COP17): "Subsidy Reform is Key to Meeting Global Goals" * YEREVAN, Armenia (Oct. 15, 2026) - Today, Conservation International's Executive Director Patricia Zurita issued the following statement ahead of the 2026 United Nations Biodiversity Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity - known as COP17 - in Yerevan, Armeni more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 15 [Category: Construction] -- Associated General Contractors of America posted the following news release: * * * Construction Input Costs Rise 11.9% From September 2025 To September 2026 As Price Increases Spread From Fuel & Metals To Other Goods & Deliveries * Construction Firms Getting Hit With 'Double Whammy' of Rising Materials and Fuel Costs and Delayed Delivery Schedules for Steel Components While Soft Demand Makes it Hard for Firms to Raise Bid Prices The producer price index for inputs to new nonresidenti more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Oct 14, 2026 THREE WEEKS OUT: Senate Map "Expands" For Democrats as GOP Sees "Rising Threat to the Senate Majority" on "Increasingly Shaky" Battleground With less than three weeks to go until Election Day, coverage continues to highlight how Democrats are on offense, increasingly competing in "deep in Trump territory" as an "increasingly shaky" Republican Senate map "provide[s] little reassurance for the GOP" amid the potential "wors more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release: * * * Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau With Saint Lucia Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre at the Opening Remarks of the U.S.-Caribbean Dialogue Remarks Christopher Landau, Deputy Secretary of State Philip J. Pierre, Saint Lucia Prime Minister Susan Walke, State Department Director for Caribbean Affairs Juan Pablo Segura, Assistant Secretary for Western Hemisphere Affairs Loy Henderson Conference Room Washington, DC October 15, 2026 MS WALKE: more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 13 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior Geological Survey issued the following abstract of an article: * * * Diet and trophic ecology of invasive Blue Catfish Ictalurus furcatus in an eastern shore tributary of the Chesapeake Bay Diet and trophic ecology of invasive Blue Catfish Ictalurus furcatus in an eastern shore tributary of the Chesapeake Bay * Diet and trophic ecology of invasive Blue Catfish Ictalurus furcatus in an eastern shore tributary of the Chesapeake Bay Blue Catfish Ictalurus furcatus were first introduce more PR

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Oct. 13 -- The Defense Health Agency issued the following news: * * * Eisenhower Army Medical Center, Augusta VA complete first joint surgical case under new partnership * Oct. 13, 2026 | By Scott Speaks, Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center FORT GORDON, Ga. -- Dwight David Eisenhower Army Medical Center and the Charlie Norwood Augusta VA Medical Center completed their first pilot surgical case, marking a historic collaboration designed to preserve and expand access to surgical care for veterans. The pilot case more PR

WATERTOWN, Massachusetts, Oct. 15 [Category: BizEngineering] -- Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc., a provider of transportation planning, engineering, design, land development and environmental services, posted the following news: * * * Fall Line Trail Southern Section Reaches Major Milestone * A new chapter for the Fall Line Trail began on October 7 with the groundbreaking of the trail's Southern Section in Colonial Heights, Virginia. As Engineer of Record and lead designer for the design-build project, VHB worked closely with Virginia Departme more PR

FERRUM, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- Ferrum College issued the following news: * * * Ferrum College Receives $1.98 Million in First-Year Title III Funding to Launch Engineering Technology Program FERRUM, Virginia, October 15, 2026 -- Ferrum College has secured $1,977,991 in first-year Title III Strengthening Institutions Program funding for a new Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology program, expanding student opportunity and strengthening the workforce pipeline for rural Southwest Virginia. The first-year investment from the U.S. Departmen more PR

FERRUM, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- Ferrum College issued the following news: * * * September 2026 Update From the President 10/14/2026 Dear Panther Family, The very best of Ferrum College was on display this month as our community gathered for a special commencement ceremony honoring Jamarion Montford, a senior football student who received military deployment orders before he could participate in our scheduled commencement ceremony in November. Through the extraordinary efforts of our faculty, staff, coaches, and many others across campus, Fer more PR

KENT, Ohio, Oct. 14 -- Kent State University posted the following news: * * * Forget the Old-School College Open House; Kent State Offers a $1,000 Scholarship to Students Who Attend Preview KSU and Later Enroll * More than 2,000 prospective students and their families from 13 states will experience Kent State University's campus through an arena kickoff, hands-on demonstrations and a day exploring college life during Preview KSU on Friday, Oct. 16. Graduating high school seniors who attend the university's biggest recruitment event of the y more PR

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Oct. 14 -- The Defense Health Agency issued the following news: * * * Friendly rivalry, vital mission: Madigan MRB sparks lifesaving competition through blood drive * Oct. 14, 2026 | By Joseph Jones, Madigan Army Medical Center JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. -- Between unit formations, clinic rounds, and patient consultations, Soldiers and medical personnel at Madigan Army Medical Center traded stethoscopes and clipboards for donor chairs during a spirited three-day blood drive held Sept. 23-25 at the hospital's Me 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

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Oct. 14 -- George Mason University posted the following news: * * * George Mason receives $6 million grant to increase supports for low-income students * As one of Virginia's leading institutions for enrolling and graduating Pell Grant recipients, George Mason University has a strong track record of increasing educational opportunities for low-income students. A recent grant from the Pell Initiative for Virginia will provide $6 million to enhance programs and services supporting these students during the 2027 fiscal year. more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, Oct. 15 -- Gov. Mikie Sherrill, D-New Jersey, posted the following news release: * * * Governor Sherrill Announces Nominations for New Jersey's Superior and Tax Courts * TRENTON - Today, Governor Mikie Sherrill announced her nominations of three Superior Court candidates and one Tax Court candidate to serve on New Jersey courts: John E. Lanza, Superior Court - Hunterdon County, Joseph Paravecchia, Superior Court - Mercer County, Nikki Davis Hladick, Superior Court - Mercer County, and William J. Maslo, Tax Court. Togeth more PR

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Oct. 15 -- Gov. Josh Stein, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Stein, NCDOT Secretary Join Federal Railroad Administration to Announce $550 Million for S-Line Rail Program * Today Governor Josh Stein and Transportation Secretary Daniel Johnson joined the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) in Raleigh to announce $550 million in Federal-State Partnership funding to advance the S-Line Raleigh to Richmond Innovating Rail Program, Opens in new window a project that will reduce Raleigh- more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 15 -- The National Credit Union Administration issued the following news release: * * * Grant Funds Available to Low-Income Credit Unions Affected by Hurricanes * Created by the U.S. Congress in 1970, the National Credit Union Administration is an independent federal agency that insures deposits at federally insured credit unions, protects the members who own credit unions, and charters and regulates federal credit unions. The NCUA protects the safety and soundness of the credit union system by identifying, monit more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- The George Washington University Law School posted the following news: * * * GW Law Student Attorneys Successfully Help 72-year-old Client Avoid Deportation * Student attorneys in the Immigration Clinic at GW Law helped a 72-year-old client avoid deportation by successfully obtaining a writ of coram vobis, which vacated shoplifting convictions from over a decade ago. The Immigration Clinic, led by Professor Paulina Vera, is one of 15 clinics currently offered through GW Law's Jacob Burns Community Legal Clinics Progr more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Oct. 15 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Halliburton Co., a provider of products and services to the energy industry, postedthe following news release: * * * Halliburton appoints David Hernandez to Board of Directors * Halliburton announced the appointment of Mr. David Hernandez to its board of directors on October 15, 2026. HOUSTON - Oct. 15, 2026 - Halliburton (NYSE: HAL) announced the appointment of David Hernandez to its board of directors to serve until the Company's 2027 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Mr. Hernandez will be s more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 15 [Category: Medical] -- The American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases posted the following news: * * * HEPATOLOGY Achieves Highest-Ever Impact Factor * Record 21.3 Impact Factor reinforces the journal's global leadership in advancing liver research and clinical care. ALEXANDRIA, Va. -- October 15, 2026 -- The American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD) today announced that its flagship journal, HEPATOLOGY, has achieved a 2025 Impact Factor of 21.3, according to the latest Journal Cit more PR

CLEMSON, South Carolina, Oct. 15 -- Clemson University posted the following news: * * * Homecoming Week 2026 celebrates Clemson traditions through "Flight 1889" theme * Clemson's annual Homecoming Week festivities will run from Oct. 16-24, featuring longstanding traditions for students, staff, alumni, and community members to enjoy. The festivities will culminate with a football game against the Hokies of Virginia Tech in Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 24. The week features classic events including the float builds on Bowman Field, the more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 15 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * ICYMI: AFP's Brian Costin: Socialism's Promises Sound Familiar, So Does the Track Record * CHICAGO, IL -- New today in Crain's Chicago Business, Americans for Prosperity-Illinois Deputy State Director Brian Costin penned an opinion piece after his visit to the socialist convention at McCormick Place in Chicago. While there, Costin heard plenty of too-good-to-be-true socialism promises -- and challenged them with free-ma more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 15 [Category: Sociological] -- LIBRE Initiative issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Over 23,000 Ohioans Joined LIBRE's Hispanic Heritage Tele-Town Hall with Senator Bernie Moreno * The LIBRE Initiative, the largest center-right Latino organization in Ohio, hosted a Hispanic Heritage Month tele-town hall with Senator Bernie Moreno on Tuesday evening, October 13, 2026, drawing more than 23,000 Ohioans on the line for a live conversation about the issues facing Latino families across the Buckeye State. Se more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 15 -- The Infectious Diseases Society of America issued the following news release: * * * IDSA and Conexiant Launch IDSA Reporter, a Trusted News Destination for Infectious Disease Professionals New platform pairs IDSA's scientific authority with Conexiant's publishing and engagement capabilities to turn fast-moving developments into practical clinical insight - TAMPA, Fla., October 14, 2026 -- The Infectious Diseases Society of America and Conexiant today announced the launch of IDSA Reporter, a year-round digit more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 15 [Category: Agriculture] -- USA Rice Federation posted the following news: * * * In Memory: Steven Michael Keith, Sr. * USA Rice extends condolences to the family and friends of Steven Michael Keith, Sr. of Stuttgart, Arkansas, who passed away on October 9, at the age of 70. He is survived by his wife, Rhonda Jo, their three children, Michael, Joshua, and Spencer, and their families, including 11 grandchildren, and his brother, Mark. Born in 1956 at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, Steven and his military family moved f more PR

LAKEWOOD, Ohio, Oct. 15 (TNSbrep) -- The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis issued the following news release: * * * Dominion fuel cost securitizations obscure the real cost of gas generation for consumers Key Takeaways: * The Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) has approved a securitization plan allowing Dominion Energy to collect unrecovered fuel costs from the previous year over seven years instead of the conventional 12 months. * The plan approved by the SCC will allow Dominion to securitize $922.1 million in 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. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release: * * * Justice Department Files Complaints Against the Cities of St. Paul and Portland Challenging Mask Ban and Identification Requirements for Federal Officers October 15, 2026 Today, the Department of Justice filed two lawsuits against the Cities of St. Paul, Minnesota and Portland, Oregon, challenging their unconstitutional attempts to regulate federal law enforcement officers by prohibiting federal officers from wearing masks and requiring them to pr more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Rep. Jen Kiggans, R-Virginia, issued the following news: * * * Kiggans Hosts USDA Leadership to Highlight Aquaculture, Hold Industry Roundtable * CAPE CHARLES, VA -- Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) welcomed U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Farm Service Agency (FSA) leadership to Virginia's Eastern Shore for a tour of local aquaculture operations and a roundtable discussion with industry stakeholders. Congresswoman Kiggans was joined by FSA Administrator Bill Beam, USDA Under Secretary for Marketing and Regu more PR

RENO, Nevada, Oct. 15 -- The University of Nevada posted the following news: * * * Luisa Lucero brings a people-first approach to School of Public Health operations * Luisa M. Lucero, Ph.D., has built a career around helping organizations and the people within them succeed. Whether leading complex operations for a national health insurance company or strengthening organizational processes, she finds satisfaction in creating systems that help people work more effectively. "To me, a well-functioning organization starts with culture," Lucero  more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Rep. Jennifer McClellan, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * McClellan, Whitehouse Investigate EPA's Decision to Exempt Data Center Power Plants from Acid Rain Protections * Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) and U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works (EPW), last month launched a bicameral investigation into the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) guidance exempting data center power plants from the Ac more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- McGuireWoods, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * McGuireWoods Earns National Ranking for Real Estate Practice in Chambers UK 2027 Guide Callum Hassall, Daniel L. Peyton, Francesca Titus and Hannah Irish Recognized as Top Lawyers October 15, 2026 McGuireWoods earned a nationwide ranking for its commercial real estate capabilities, and London partners Callum Hassall, Daniel L. Peyton and Francesca Titus earned individual recognition in Chambers UK 2027, the authoritative guide to top lawyers a more PR

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Oct. 15 -- The Washington University School of Medicine posted the following news release: * * * Misra named chair of pediatrics * Nationally recognized pediatric endocrinologist pioneered research on bone density, metabolic disorders in young women Madhusmita Misra, MD, a physician-scientist and nationally recognized leader in pediatric endocrinology, has been named chair of the Edward Mallinckrodt Department of Pediatrics at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and pediatrician-in-chief at BJC Health more PR

RESTON, Virginia, Oct. 15 [Category: Medical] -- The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging posted the following news release: * * * Molecular Imaging Demonstrates Promise for Predicting Complete Pathologic Response in HER2-Positive * Reston, VA (October 15, 2026)--Molecular imaging with 68Ga-HER2 PET/CT may provide an early, targeted measure of how well treatment is working in patients with HER2-positive breast cancer. According to new research published in the October issue of The Journal of Nuclear Medicine, 68Ga-HER2 PET/CT c more PR

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Oct. 15 [Category: Insurance] -- The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors posted the following news release: * * * NAIFA's Diane Boyle Named a Top 20 Advocacy Professional for 2026 * Diane Boyle, senior vice president of government relations for the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA), has been named one of the Advocacy Association's Top 20 Advocacy Professionals for 2026. The annual awards recognize 20 advocacy leaders who are advancing the profession through creativ more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 15 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors issued the following news release: * * * NASCUS Celebrates "A Steady Signal in a Noisy World" on International Credit Union Day 2026 * ARLINGTON, VA -- On October 15, 2026, credit union members worldwide celebrate the 78th anniversary of International Credit Union Day(r). This annual event recognizes the credit union movement's history, achievements, and impact on communities worldwide. This year's theme, " more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- WilmerHale, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Nasdaq Completes Acquisition of LeveL Markets * Nasdaq (Nasdaq: NDAQ) announced the completion of its acquisition of LeveL Markets, LLC, a leading off-exchange equity execution venue and operator of one of the largest Alternative Trading Systems (ATSs) in the United States. LeveL Markets provides institutional investors with a scaled, deeply connected execution platform that processes hundreds of millions of shares each day across more t more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 15 -- The National Association of State Energy Officials posted the following news: * * * U.S. Department of Energy Selects Projects for Speed to Power through Accelerated Reconductoring and Other Key Advanced Transmission Technology Upgrades (SPARK) Program Funding October 13, 2026 By Camille Norton On September 24, 2026, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced the selection of 31 grid-improvement projects across 26 states to receive funding through the SPARK Program - the Speed to Power Through Accelerated 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

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Oct. 15 -- Pennsylvania State University College of Education posted the following news: * * * New USAC chair aims to advance staff voices, proactively engage in decision-making * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -- Paul Smith, education program coordinator in the College of Education, began his new role as chair of the University Staff Advisory Council (USAC) for the 2026-27 year this past July, leading the body that represents the voices of Penn State's non-union staff across the University. As he settles into the posit 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

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Offered the chance to do security research and AI at Virginia Tech, Kene Nwodo said yes Nwodo had no idea as an undergraduate that he would develop a passion for researching AI and cybersecurity. By Cathy Grimes 15 Oct 2026 When Kenechukwu "Kene" Nwodo was an undergraduate student at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in New York, he focused on electrical engineering. He does not recall taking classes related to artificial intelligence (AI), nor was he pursuing more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Opposition To Trump's Vanity Arch Grows * Staunch opposition to Donald Trump's proposed vanity arch grew sharpy in early October, as veterans, residents, and workers expressed hostility to the project, and the Northern Virginia county that surrounds the site filed suit against it. On October 1st, as NPR reported: "Veterans, retirees and lawmakers spoke out -- against its scale, its cost, its lack of Congressional approval, its gaudiness, its intrusi more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 15 [Category: BizMedia] -- PBS posted the following news release: * * * PBS HONORS NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026 WITH POWERFUL STORIES PAST AND PRESENT * Featured Programming Includes New Episodes of PATI JINICH EXPLORES PANAMERICANA, and New Documentaries COMING HOME: FROM SHADOWLAND TO SPIRITWORLD and MEDICINE BALL ARLINGTON, VA; Oct. 15, 2026 - This November, PBS will celebrate Native American Heritage Month with programming that brings Indigenous voices, histories and experiences to audiences across the  more PR

LEXINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- Washington and Lee University issued the following news: * * * Poet Erika Meitner to Give Glasgow Endowment Reading at W&L Meitner will read from her new collection, "Assembled Audience," at the Oct. 29 event. By Emily Innes Stanley October 15, 2026 Washington and Lee University presents a public reading with poet Erika Meitner at 5:30 p.m. on Oct. 29 in Northen Auditorium in Leyburn Library. Meitner's reading is free and open to the public and is sponsored by the Glasgow Endowment. Meitner will read from  more PR

WINTER HAVEN, Florida, Oct. 15 -- Polk State College posted the following news: * * * Polk State to host Seussical the Musical in November * For two weeks in November, the magic of Dr. Seuss will come to Polk State College's Winter Haven Fine Arts (WFA) Theatre. The Polk State Theatre Department will put on its rendition of Seussical the Musical from November 13 through 15 and November 19 through 22. One of the most performed shows in the U.S., Seussical the Musical is a fantastical, magical musical extravaganza with beloved Dr. Seuss char more PR

RADFORD, Virginia, Oct. 15 -- Radford University issued the following news release: * * * Radford professor's Virginia Government Simulation honored by American Political Science Association * The American Political Science Association (APSA) recently honored Chapman Rackaway, professor and chair of Radford University's Department of Political Science, for his efforts in co-creating the Virginia Government Simulation (VGS), a mock legislature that mimics the procedures of the Virginia General Assembly. Rackaway, along with VGS co-creator A more PR

RADFORD, Virginia, Oct. 15 -- Radford University issued the following news release: * * * Radford University sets high mark in undergraduate research program * Radford University students and faculty are once again making their mark on the national undergraduate research stage, earning the university its largest representation ever in the Council on Undergraduate Research's Scholars Transforming through Research program. For the third consecutive year, Radford University has the nation's largest institutional representation in the program, more PR

WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, Oct. 15 -- William and Mary posted the following news: * * * Rainfall reshapes river ecosystems and food webs, study finds * The following story originally appeared on the website for William & Mary's VIMS & Batten School. - Ed. Global warming is often treated as synonymous with climate change, but rising temperatures are only one consequence of the human-driven phenomenon. Changes in rainfall patterns are another, but their effects on ecosystems are less understood. In fact, rain has an outsized impact on the ecol more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 (TNSletter) -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, ranking member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following letter to Health and Human Services Inspector General Thomas March Bell: * * * Here is the text of the letter: October 8, 2026 The Honorable Thomas March Bell Inspector General U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General 330 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20201 Dear Inspector General Bell: I write regarding my concern that the U.S. Department of H more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Rep. Robert Garcia, D-California, ranking member of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, issued the following letter with Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, D-Virginia, ranking member of the Subcommittee on Military and Foreign Affairs, to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth: * * * Here is the text of the letter: August 14, 2026 The Honorable Pete Hegseth Secretary U.S. Department of Defense 1400 Defense Pentagon Washington, DC 20301 Dear Secretary Hegseth: We write regarding the conditions aboard the USS Abraha more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 (TNSletter) -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, ranking member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following letter with Rep. Mark DeSaulnier, D-California, ranking member of the Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor and Pensions, to Daniel Aronowitz, assistant secretary for the Employee Benefits Security Administration: * * * Here is the text of the letter: October 8, 2026 The Honorable Daniel Aronowitz Assistant Secretary Employee Benefits Security Administration U.S. Department of Labor  more PR

ROCKLAND, New York, Oct. 15 -- Rockland Community College posted the following news release: * * * Rockland Community College to Inaugurate Dr. William P. Mullaney as Ninth President in November Celebration * ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY Rockland Community College (RCC) will host the inauguration of Dr. William P. Mullaney as the college's ninth president on Monday, November 9, at 11 a.m. at the Cultural Arts Center on RCC's Suffern campus. The Rockland Community College Board of Trustees and the RCC community invite alumni, partners, and the publ more PR

HERNDON, Virginia, Oct. 15 [Category: Transportation] -- The RV Industry Association posted the following news: * * * RVs: A Regulated Vehicle * The RV Industry Association is proud of its standards inspection program and everything the RV Industry Association seal represents. Not only does this program verify Association members' self-certification of compliance with the adopted standards and participation in several unannounced audits each year, but it also supports our members' commitment to maintaining self-regulation by providing educa more PR

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Oct. 15 -- George Mason University posted the following news: * * * SciTech Townhomes offer space and affordability, while staying connected to it all * As the anchor for Nexus234, Northern Virginia's first Innovation District, George Mason University's Science and Technology Campus is going through a major growth spurt. The campus is powering new developments in high-tech industry sectors like life sciences, aerospace, and defense. A new, walkable Innovation Town Center is under construction near the front door of campus more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 15 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Security Industry Association posted the following news release: * * * Security Industry Association Names William D. Squires as 2026 Insightful Practitioner Award Honoree * Bill Squires will be recognized for his implementation of innovative security solutions at SIA Honors Night. SILVER SPRING, Md.--The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named William D. (Bill) Squires as the 2026 recipient of the SIA Insightful Practitioner Award, an honor recognizing excellence in more PR

WINCHESTER, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- Shenandoah University issued the following news: * * * Shenandoah University, Yangtze Normal University Welcome Inaugural Class For Dual-Degree Programs The universities announced a landmark partnership in April 2026 that established dual-degree bachelor's degrees in engineering physics and computer engineering October 15, 2026 Shenandoah University and Yangtze Normal University welcomed the inaugural Class of 2030 to their Sino-foreign cooperative education programs during an opening ceremony in September  more PR

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Oct. 14 -- George Mason University posted the following news: * * * Skills-focused academic minor programs prepare George Mason students for the workforce * In today's competitive job market, students are increasingly looking for ways to distinguish themselves in the eyes of potential employers. To help its graduates gain a competitive edge, George Mason University is strengthening students' career readiness through its specialized workforce-ready minor programs. To date, 34 programs are available--and more are on the way more PR

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- The Southern Environmental Law Center posted the following news release: * * * October 15, 2026 Fluvanna residents challenge Board of Supervisors' permit approval for second Tenaska gas plant CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. -- SELC has filed a lawsuit on behalf of six residents in the Fluvanna County Circuit Court. The lawsuit challenges the Board of Supervisors' approval of developer Tenaska's request for a local permit to construct a new, 1,540-megawatt gas-fired power plant next to the company's existing gas p more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 15 -- The U.S. Space Force issued the following news: * * * Space Forces-Northern changes command at Peterson SFB * U.S. Space Forces-Northern Public Affairs PETERSON SPACE FORCE BASE, Colo. (AFNS) -- U.S. Space Forces-Northern held a change of command ceremony Oct. 13, at Peterson Space Force Base, transferring leadership from Brig. Gen. Robert J. Schreiner to Brig. Gen. Phillip A. Verroco. Presiding over the ceremony was U.S. Air Force Gen. Gregory Guillot, commander, North American Aerospace Defense Command an more PR

COLLEGE PARK, Maryland, Oct. 15 -- The University of Maryland School of Public Health posted the following news: * * * Spotlight: Nick An, Ph.D '28 * Whether through his research or his many travels across the world, Nick An, third-year Ph.D candidate in the Department of Global, Environmental, and Occupational Health (GEOH) studying Environmental Health Sciences, is all about community. "In public health especially, we recognize that health issues aren't something that's just at the individual level," said An, a native of Irvine, CA. "The more PR

TYSONS, Virginia, Oct. 16 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Squire Patton Boggs, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Squire Patton Boggs Advises Pertamina on Strategic Acquisition of Eni's Upstream Oil and Gas Interests in Indonesia 15 October 2026 Squire Patton Boggs has advised PT Pertamina Hulu Energi (PHE), the upstream subholding of Indonesia's national energy company Pertamina, on the signing of an agreement to acquire Eni's participating interests in three offshore oil and gas blocks in East Kalimantan, Indonesia. Under the agree more PR

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Oct. 14 -- George Mason University posted the following news: * * * Student and faculty researchers team up to drive societal change * This summer, classrooms gave way to labs, field sites, and data sets as George Mason University faculty and students partnered to tackle some of society's most pressing challenges. The research teams explored complex issues--many aligned with the university's Grand Challenge Initiative--examining them from multiple perspectives and generating new insights to help shape future solutions. T more PR

TYSONS, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- TEGNA Inc., a broadcast, digital media and marketing services company, issued the following news release: * * * 10/15/26 TEGNA Taps Proven Revenue Leaders for Top Sales Roles Jay Donovan, Kristie Gonzales, Kari Jacobs and Byron Wilkinson take on leadership roles guiding TEGNA's sales teams - McLean, Va. - TEGNA Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) announced today that four proven sales executives are taking on new and expanded roles under the leadership of Mark Cornetta, senior vice president of sales. * Jay Donovan has been  more PR

IRVING, Texas, Oct. 15 [Category: BizMedia] -- Nexstar Media Group, a television broadcasting company, issued the following news release: * * * The CW Network Sets Broadcast Schedule for 2026-27 Men's and Women's College Basketball * Network to Broadcast 130 Men's and Women's Games Across the ACC, Mountain West and Pac-12 Conferences Men's Basketball Coverage Includes the Inaugural Caesars Lake Tahoe Tipoff Classic on Sunday, November 8, Featuring Houston vs. California and USC vs. Wichita State "CW Courtside Wednesday" Brings Men's Colle more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 15 [Category: Health Care] -- The Vision Council posted the following news release: * * * The Vision Council Foundation and KidSight Bring Free Vision Screenings to Over 1,000 Missouri Children * Alexandria, VA (October 15, 2026) - The Vision Council Foundation partnered with KidSight, a Missouri nonprofit, to provide free vision screenings to 1,309 children on Tuesday, Oct. 13, in recognition of World Sight Day. The screenings took place at 15 schools, daycares, Head Start programs and community sites in 11 Misso more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation issued the following news release: * * * Trump's Transportation Department Celebrates $550 Million Investment to Build New Amtrak Service in the Tar Heel State * Funds will be used to increase safety and decrease travel time between Raleigh and Richmond RALEIGH, NC - The U.S. Transportation Department's Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) today joined the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) to celebrate obligating $550 million in federal funding to develop the n more PR

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Oct. 15 -- The Defense Health Agency issued the following news: * * * Turning 65? What you need to know about Medicare and TRICARE For Life * FALLS CHURCH, Va. -- Turning 65 brings important changes to your healthcare coverage. If you're eligible for TRICARE when approaching your 65th birthday, you may wonder what steps to take next. Be sure to read the notice that's sent to you five months before your 65th birthday. Remember, you don't need to wait for TRICARE Open Season to enroll in TRICARE For Life. Coverage is  more PR

FREDERICKSBURG, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- The University of Mary Washington issued the following news: * * * UMW Celebrates Employees for Service, Dedication and a Commitment to Community October 15, 2026 By Amy Jessee At the University of Mary Washington, exceptional service often happens in ways big and small, from support for students to campus caretaking, and with many employees stepping in and stepping up in their roles. UMW celebrated that spirit of service during the annual Employee Appreciation Luncheon mid-fall semester by recognizing more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 15 -- The Georgia Public Policy Foundation posted the following news release: * * * Unraveling the Mystery of Constitutional Amendments * While the U.S. Constitution is well known, not everyone realizes that each state has its own constitution, which is the supreme governing law of that state. Since an ordinary law cannot override the state constitution, Georgians are often asked to vote on constitutional amendments when they enter the ballot box in November. Georgia's constitution is amended far more frequently than more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Oct. 15, 2026 cRam Session: Richmond Haunts 3 questions, 2 minutes, 1 lesson with Ryan Smith, who leads an exploration of the city's 'darker underside' and is documenting its ghostlore. - cRam Session is a VCU News feature that highlights the breadth of offerings in the VCU Bulletin course catalog and the wide-ranging expertise of the instructors. Professor Ryan Smith, Ph.D., teaches in the Department of History in the College of Humanities an more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Oct. 15, 2026 How I found my research: Arjun Nair identifies gaps in care for mothers with cannabis use disorder Using a data-based approach, Nair's work at VCU's In Recovery Lab is part of his broader interest in understanding access to healthcare services for people with substance use disorders and how to remove the barriers in their way. By Tom Gresham How I found my research is an occasional series featuring VCU students sharing their jour more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Rep. Eugene Vindman, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Vindman Leads Effort in U.S. House to Ban Live-Streaming of Military Executions in the United States * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Eugene Vindman (Va.-07) today introduced the American Integrity Act to prohibit the live-streaming of executions under the Uniformed Code of Military Justice following President Donald Trump's decision to cancel Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's plans to broadcast the execution of Nidal Hasan, the perpetrator of more PR

LEXINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 15 -- Virginia Military Institute issued the following news: * * * VMI Receives duPont Grant October 15, 2026 Virginia Military Institute was recently awarded a grant by the Jessie Ball duPont Fund in the amount of $50,000. The purpose of the grant is to deepen institutional understanding of VMI history by researching, documenting, and publicly sharing the experiences of African Americans and other historically underrepresented populations connected to the Institute. According to Briana Williams, chief diversity o more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Virginia Tech Packaging Innovation Hub will offer packaging solutions from materials to marketplace The hub integrates packaging expertise from across the university into one entry point for companies seeking help with research, testing, design, sustainability, or innovation. 15 Oct 2026 Consumers may think of a package as simply a container, but there are many layers of the packaging industry that come together in order to help businesses deliver their product more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Virginia Tech part of $73 million DOE initiative to advance the mine of the future By Anne Kroemer Hoffman 15 Oct 2026 As the U.S. looks to strengthen its domestic critical mineral supply chain, Virginia Tech researchers will help develop and test next-generation mining technologies as part of a $73 million initiative funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. Mine of the Future is a national effort designed to accelerate the development, testing, and deployment more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Expert weighs in on Russian lab death and the shadow of COVID-19 By Jenny Kincaid Boone 15 Oct 2026 The death of an employee at a plague research lab in Russia this month has raised international concerns. Although her cause of death remains unknown, some suspect that she may have contracted pneumonic plague. Tom Ewing, an infectious disease expert and history professor at Virginia Tech, discussed how scientists trace disease outbreaks, Russia's ties to this  more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Oct. 16 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Placental protein may offer clues to babies' brain development Cardiovascular scientist John Chappell led research identifying a protein in the placenta involved in fetal vascular development and is investigating how its dysregulation may contribute to problems with brain development and other health issues. By Matt Chittum 15 Oct 2026 The placenta, the temporary organ that forms during pregnancy to carry oxygen and nutrients from mother to baby, is  more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Teaching Scholar Award comes full circle through connections beyond the classroom Angela Anderson received the 2025 Large Class Teaching Award for face-to-face, community-building instruction and experiential learning that strengthen students' engagement, and success. By Emily Alberts 15 Oct 2026 Before class begins, Angela Anderson poses a question that has nothing to do with physiology, nutrition, or exercise science: "If you could have any superpower, what more PR

RADFORD, Virginia, Oct. 15 -- Radford University issued the following news release: * * * Virginia Western and Radford University sign 3 new agreements to create seamless transfer for medical laboratory science degree * Virginia Western Community College and Radford University celebrated a strengthened partnership on Monday, Oct. 12, that will enable seamless transfer for students in three health-related programs. Virginia Western President Laura J. Treanor and Radford President Bret Danilowicz signed the articulation agreements in a ceremo 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

RICHMOND, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- The Virginia State Bar issued the following news: * * * VSB Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Rule Change Regarding Review and Approval of Agreed Dispositions October 15, 2026 The Virginia State Bar (VSB) seeks public comment on proposed amendments to the Rules of the Supreme Court of Virginia, Part 6, Sec. IV, 13. The Committee on Lawyer Discipline (COLD) proposes an amendment to Paragraph 13-7. A.9 to bring the District Committee's review and approval of agreed dispositions in line with the Disciplinary Bo more PR

LEXINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- Washington and Lee University issued the following news: * * * W&L's Liberating Ideas Initiative to Host Inaugural Wonder Dinner The event, set for Monday, Nov. 2, in the Cannan Green Pavilion, features a pair of distinguished guest speakers on the topic of parental choice in gene-based medicine. By Brian Laubscher October 15, 2026 Washington and Lee University will host its inaugural Wonder Dinner, a signature program of the university's Liberating Ideas initiative. The event, which is open to members of t more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Rep. James Walkinshaw, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Walkinshaw Introduces Bill to Cool Federal Properties, Cut Smog, and Lower Energy Costs * Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman James R. Walkinshaw (VA-11) introduced the Heat Island Reduction Act, which would require federal agencies to plan cost-effective upgrades that cool their properties, improve air quality, and lower energy costs. Parking lots and dark rooftops soak up heat and hold it, which warms nearby communities, raises cooling bi more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * October 15th, 2026 Warner Statement on MWAA President and CEO Jack Potter Retiring WASHINGTON - U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) released the following statement on the announcement that Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) President and CEO Jack Potter will be retiring: "For more than 15 years, Jack Potter has been a terrific partner and a dedicated advocate for Northern Virginia's airports and the millions of travelers who rely on th more PR

LEXINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- Washington and Lee University issued the following news: * * * The Road to the White House Runs Through Mock Con At Mock Convention's Parents and Family Weekend event, former White House press secretaries shared their experiences and spoke about the relationship between politics and the media. By Emily Innes Stanley October 15, 2026 Washington and Lee University's Mock Convention tapped into the lively atmosphere of the annual Parents and Family Weekend to host a discussion with former White House press sec more PR

LEXINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- Washington and Lee University issued the following news: * * * Shaleigh Howells Completes Indigenous Cultural Landscape Research Fellowship The NAGPRA program coordinator supported Indigenous histories and stewardship in Shenandoah National Park. By Lily Caldwell October 15, 2026 Shaleigh Howells, Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) program coordinator at Washington and Lee University, recently completed the Indigenous Cultural Landscape (ICL) Research Fellowship with the Shenand more PR

HERNDON, Virginia, Oct. 15 [Category: Transportation] -- The RV Industry Association posted the following news: * * * Your Safety Baseline: What Consumers Need to Know About the RV Industry Association Seal * Shopping for an RV is an exciting experience. Buyers spend hours comparing floor plans, interior decor, kitchen amenities, slide-out options, and storage capacity. But beneath the cabinetry and decorative finishes lies a complex, temporary living quarters on wheels containing alternating current (AC) electrical circuits, direct current more PR