KANSAS CITY, Missouri, March 11 -- The University of Missouri Kansas City campus issued the following news: * * * $4.8 Million Raised: UMKC Giving Day 2026 Sets New Record for Impact A powerful day of generosity brings record participation, unprecedented momentum and transformative impact * The University of Missouri-Kansas City is celebrating a record-breaking Giving Day. Over 600 UMKC supporters across 32 states, as well as France and Latvia, gave more than $4.8 million in just 24 hours.  more PR

CANTON, Ohio, March 11 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * 2026 NFL Draft order for all seven rounds This is a round-by-round list of every pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, No. 1 through No. 257. But first, a few details about this year's event: When is the 2026 NFL Draft? * Round 1: Thursday, April 23, beginning at 8 p.m. ET. * Rounds 2 and 3: Friday, April 24, beginning at 7 p.m. ET. * Rounds 4 through 7: Saturday, April 25, beginning at noon ET. Where will thi more PR

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, March 11 -- The Business Technology Association issued the following news: * * * AgentDealer Announces New Financing Integration With LEAF Commercial Capital AgentDealer has announced the release of its latest financing integration with LEAF Commercial Capital, Inc. With the LEAF integration, AgentDealer customers can create and submit credit applications, and receive automated status updates on those applications, directly from the CRM, without the need to hop between more PR

ADA, Oklahoma, March 10 -- The Chickasaw Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: * * * An All-American girl: Chickasaw college student ranks nationally in meat judging competition * Averie Bain is an all-around college student -an athlete, student government leader and a national champion in meat judging -all while maintaining a perfect grade-point average. A meat judging novice when she enrolled at Eastern Oklahoma State College (EOSC), Wilbu more PR

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, March 10 (TNSLrpt) -- Business Employment Dynamics in Colorado Second Quarter 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Mountain-Plains Region - March 9, 2026 * * * From March 2025 to June 2025, gross job losses from closing and contracting private-sector establishments in Colorado were 170,250, while gross job gains from opening and expanding private-sector establishments were 156,569, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Ac more PR

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, March 10 (TNSLrpt) -- Business Employment Dynamics in Montana Second Quarter 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Mountain-Plains Region - March 9, 2026 * * * From March 2025 to June 2025, gross job losses from closing and contracting private-sector establishments in Montana were 35,948, while gross job gains from opening and expanding private-sector establishments were 32,645, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Acting more PR

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, March 11 -- The Business Technology Association issued the following news: * * * Canon Set to Launch Multifunction Device Remanufacturing Business in the United States as Part of Global Rollout Canon Inc., Canon U.S.A. Inc. and Canon Virginia Inc. have announced the further expansion of Canon's global multifunction device remanufacturing business, with remanufacturing of one multifunction device series, currently set to begin at Canon Virginia in April 2026. Canon curr more PR

WASHINGTON, March 10 -- A coalition of 31 national and 105 state or local organizations submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education urging it to reconsider proposed changes to the definition of professional degrees in federal student loan programs, warning that the policy could worsen workforce shortages in human service fields. The law, enacted as H.R. 1 (PL 119-21), introduced sweeping changes to the federal student loan framework, imposing new borrowing limits for g more ST

WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Rep. Sharice Davids, D-Kansas, issued the following news release: * * * Davids Delivers Key Federal Investment to Boost City of Princeton's Flood Resilience * PRINCETON, KS - Today, Representative Sharice Davids visited Princeton to highlight how her successful project request to improve the city's storm drainage system will help prevent flooding, protect local infrastructure, and support future business and job growth. Davids secured $610,000 for the project, which i more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, March 10 (TNSjou) -- Emory University Winship Cancer Institute issued the following news release: * * * New JAMA analysis reveals how obesity biologically contributes to cancer risk A new scientific review published in JAMA examines how excess body fat may influence cancer development and what current evidence suggests about reducing risk. The paper synthesizes findings from large population studies, clinical trials and laboratory research involving millions of patients wor more PR

WASHINGTON, March 11 -- Garmin International Inc., Olathe, Kansas, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) urging a more efficient approach to the certification of interference-tolerant radio altimeter systems. The company emphasizes that this change is critical to maintaining aviation safety amid evolving spectrum regulations and supports the FAA's efforts to retrofit the fleet. Garmin's comments come in response to the FAA's Notice of Proposed Rulema more ST

WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Garmin, Olathe, Kansas, submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration regarding proposed rules on interference-tolerant radio altimeter systems, supporting the agency's effort to equip aircraft with upgraded systems while recommending a streamlined certification framework to accelerate deployment. Garmin articulated its commitment to aviation safety and underscored its involvement in the "Joint Aviation Community Response," as well as its endor more ST

TOPEKA, Kansas, March 10 -- Gov. Laura Kelly, D-Kansas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Kelly Celebrates Ribbon Cutting of KDOT Northeast Kansas Headquarters in Topeka Governor Laura Kelly joined Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) Secretary Calvin Reed, agency staff, and local leaders today to celebrate the ribbon cutting of the new KDOT District One-Northeast Kansas headquarters campus in Topeka. "By providing KDOT District 1 a state-of-the-art headquarters, we're  more PR

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, March 11 -- The Business Technology Association issued the following news on March 10, 2026: * * * GreatAmerica Opens Spring Applications for Employee Advised Fund GreatAmerica Financial Services Corp. has announced the opening of the spring application period for its Employee Advised Fund (EAF) on Monday, March 2, 2026. Applications from area nonprofits will be accepted through Friday, March 27, 2026. This announcement is accompanied by GreatAmerica's recent distincti more PR

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, March 11 (TNSrpt) -- The Business Technology Association issued the following news: * * * HP Research: Low-Effort AI-Built Attacks Are Beating Current Defenses HP Inc. has issued its latest Threat Insights Report, with strong indications that attackers are using AI to scale and accelerate campaigns -- with many prioritizing cost, effort and efficiency over quality. Despite being formulaic and low-effort, these AI-assisted attacks are slipping past enterprise defenses.  more PR

TUCSON, Arizona, March 10 -- The University of Arizona posted the following news release: * * * Jaden Bradley named Big 12 Player of the Year to lead numerous Wildcat honorees * The Big 12 Conference announced the end-of-year awards for the 2025-26 season on Monday, as voted on by the coaches in the conference. University of Arizona senior point guard Jaden Bradley was named the Big 12 Player of the Year after leading the Wildcats to a 29-2 overall record and the Big 12 regular season champi more PR

WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Rep. Mark Alford, R-Missouri, issued the following news release: * * * Kansas City Area Republicans Urge DHS to Release World Cup Security Funding from the Working Families Tax Cut Law * Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) led a letter with Congressman Derek Schmidt (KS-02) to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem. The Congressmen are urging Secretary Noem to release World Cup security funding through the Federal Emergency Management Administr more PR

SPRINGFIELD, Missouri, March 11 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Missouri posted the following news release on March 9, 2026: * * * Kansas City Woman Pleads Guilty to COVID-19 Fraud KANSAS CITY, Mo. - A Kansas City, Mo., woman has pleaded guilty in federal court to fraudulently receiving two Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loans totaling $426,600. The program that was part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Ashli Forbes, 40, plea more PR

NEW YORK, March 10 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The American Civil Liberties Union, an organization that works to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the U.S., posted the following news release: * * * Kansas State Court Denies Temporary Restraining Order Against State Law Invalidating IDs and Restricting Bathroom Access for Transgender People * Lawrence, K.S. - A judge for the District Court of Douglas County rejected a request for a more PR

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, March 11 -- The Business Technology Association issued the following news: * * * Kyocera Launches the Nova Series, a Lineup of A3 MFPs Designed for Consistent Color & High-Volume Performance Kyocera Document Solutions America Inc. has introduced the Nova Series, a new line of A3 MFPs designed to empower dealers and deliver exceptional value to end customers in high-volume print and scan environments. Engineered to maximize productivity, streamline workflows and promote  more PR

WASHINGTON, March 11 (TNSFR) -- Legal Services Corp. announces the availability of funding for basic field grants to support civil legal aid for low-income individuals. The corporation distributes funds to service providers across the country to ensure access to justice in civil matters. This announcement precedes a congressional appropriation for fiscal 2027, with grant terms scheduled to begin in Jan. 1, 2027. Applicants must be qualified to deliver efficient legal services within designated more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, March 11 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on March 9, 2026: * * * Attorney General Davenport Vows To Continue Case Against Live Nation for Illegally Monopolizing Live Entertainment Industry Attorney General Jennifer Davenport released the following multistate statement regarding the ongoing antitrust case against Live Nation, which owns Ticketmaster, for illegally monopolizing the live entertainment industry and concert t more PR

CANTON, Ohio, March 11 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * NFL news roundup: Saints trading P Kai Kroeger to Texans in late-round pick swap; Browns signing OL Elgton Jenkins NOTE: Teams listed in alphabetical order READ: Free agency tracker Arizona Cardinals SIGNINGS OL Matt Pryor agreed to terms on a one-year deal, NFL Network Insider Mike Garafolo reported. Atlanta Falcons CONTRACT NEWS WR Jahan Dotson's agreed on a two-year, $15 million deal that is w more PR

CANTON, Ohio, March 11 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Lions signing ex-Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco following David Montgomery trade Kevin Patra, Senior News Writer Detroit has found David Montgomery's replacement. The Lions are signing running back Isiah Pacheco to a one-year, $1.81 million deal, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reported Tuesday, per a source informed of the deal. Terms of the contract have not yet been reported. Detroit was in the market for more PR

CANTON, Ohio, March 11 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Travis Kelce credits Taylor Swift for 'motivating' TE's return for 14th season with Chiefs Eric Edholm, Lead Draft Writer Travis Kelce's return for a 14th season might not have happened without Taylor Swift's inspiration. Swift, Kelce's extremely famous fiancee, has accomplished just about everything in the world of music. Kelce is on track to be a first-ballot Hall of Famer, with or without a 14th seaso more PR

WASHINGTON, March 10 -- PeaceWorks KC submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing a proposal to create a categorical exclusion for advanced nuclear reactors, arguing that the change would prevent communities from participating in environmental review and could expose residents in southeastern Kansas to environmental and health risks. The organization described Kansas as a state defined by family farms, ranches, rural communities, urban centers, and prairie landsc more ST

WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Rep. Nellie Pou, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: * * * Pou Guardian Oped: World Cup in Crisis - Missing Money and ICE * PATERSON, NJ - Congresswoman Nellie Pou (D-NJ-09), the Ranking Member of the House Homeland Security Task Force overseeing security preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, today published the lead opinion article (link is external) at The Guardian on two critical threats to the success of the upcoming World Cup: withheld security mo more PR

ROLLA, Missouri, March 10 -- Missouri University of Science and Technology posted the following news: * * * S&T students advance to Global Health Innovation Grand Challenge semi-finals * Three teams of Missouri University of Science and Technology students and alumni have advanced to the semi-finals of the Global Health Innovation Grand Challenge hosted by the Carle Illinois College of Medicine. The semi-final event will be held April 10-12 at the 2026 Global Summit in Taipei, Taiwan. The  more PR

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, March 11 -- The Business Technology Association issued the following news: * * * Searchable PDF Option Now Available When Saving Directly From PFU iX2500 to Network Folders PFU Ltd. has announced an update for the ScanSnap series of image scanners, designed to quickly digitize documents with a single touch. Powered by the next-generation SoC "iiGA," the iX2500 can now save searchable PDFs directly to folders on a network HDD (NAS) without the need for a PC or smartphon more PR

WASHINGTON, March 9 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Marshall: Thank Goodness for Drill Baby Drill * Senator Marshall Joins Newsmax Washington - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), joined Ed Henry on Newsmax's The Big Take to discuss the price of oil, President Trump's work to restore America's energy dominance, and the objectives of the conflict in Iran. Click HERE or on the image above for Senator Marshall's full interview.  more PR

LAWRENCE, Kansas, March 10 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news: * * * Two KU researchers named 2026 senior members by National Academy of Inventors * LAWRENCE -The National Academy of Inventors (NAI) has named two University of Kansas researchers to the 2026 class of senior members. The senior member program recognizes active faculty, scientists and administrators at NAI member institutions who have produced, patented and commercialized technologies that brought -or aspir more PR

WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The U.S. Department of Labor issued the following news release: * * * US Department of Labor selects participants for national effort to expand employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities * WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of Labor today announced Colorado, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, New York, Tennessee, and the District of Columbia will participate as "core states" in fiscal year 2026 in its National Expansion of Employment Opportunities Network initiati more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, March 10 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Pacific Legal Foundation issued the following news release: * * * Wyoming passes law to fast-track home building permits Cheyenne, Wyoming: On Thursday, Gov. Mark Gordon signed the Fast Track Permits Act into law, requiring local governments to approve or deny completed building permit applications within 30 calendar days, effective July 1. Builders in Wyoming will no longer face open-ended government delays on residential building more PR