PHOENIX, Arizona, April 19 -- The Arizona Democratic Party issued the following news release on April 18, 2024: Arizona MAGA Republicans have now voted four times to keep the 1864 abortion ban with no exceptions for rape or incest, all while lying about their long and detailed anti-abortion record, fundraising in Kentucky on the successful passage of their draconian ban, planning to sow misinformation and pull voters away from the abortion access ballot initiative, and repeatedly stalled passag  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 19 -- Bridgestone, a tire and rubber company, issued the following news release: * * * * * The $26 million investment in new distribution centers at Firestone Airide's Williamsburg, Kentucky, and Dyersburg, Tennessee, facilities will enhance the company's operational excellence. * The investment in Williamsburg builds upon a recent expansion of the manufacturing plant to support growing demand for advanced air suspension technology in electric vehicles. * These f  more

RICHMOND, Kentucky, April 19 -- Eastern Kentucky University issued the following story: Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) Vice President and Director of Athletics Matt Roan has announced his departure to accept the same role at James Madison University (JMU). "Matt has made a transformative impact on the EKU athletics program, leading our teams through the challenges of COVID-19 and securing landmark sponsorship deals for Roy Kidd Stadium and Alumni Coliseum," said EKU President David McFaddin  more

BOISE, Idaho, April 19 -- Idaho Attorney General Raul R. Labrador issued the following news release: Attorney General Raul Labrador stood up for Idahoans who drive gas and diesel-powered trucks and cars against the Biden Administration's electric vehicle (EV) mandate. Labrador joined Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman, West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey and a 25-state coalition in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit to block a new Environmental Protection Agency (  more

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, April 19 -- The Kentucky Public Service Commission issued the following order (Case No. 2024-00076) on April 18, 2024: * * * In the Matter of: Electronic Application Of Bronston Water Association, Inc. For A Certificate Of Public Convenience And Necessity To Construct A System Improvements Project And An Order Authorizing The Issuance Of Securities Pursuant To KRS 278.300 ORDER On April 9, 2024, Bronston Water Association, Inc. (Bronston Water) filed/1 an application, pu  more

HARRISONBURG, Virginia, April 19 -- James Madison University issued the following news on April 18, 2024: James Madison University President Jonathan Alger and the university Board of Visitors on Thursday announced the appointment of Matt Roan as the institution's new director of athletics. Roan arrives following four years as AD at Eastern Kentucky University. "Matt Roan is an exceptional leader and rising star in the field," Alger said. "He brings years of experience as a sitting Division I  more

LINCOLN, Nebraska, April 19 -- Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers issued the following news release: Attorney General Mike Hilgers filed suit to defend Americans who drive gas and diesel-powered trucks and cars against the Biden Administration's electric vehicle (EV) mandate. Attorney General Mike Hilgers joined Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman, West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey, and a 25-state coalition in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit to block a new  more

BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, April 19 -- Western Kentucky University issued the following news: The Department of Music at WKU will induct alumna, Dr. Sheila Johnson ('77), and Professor Emerita, Dr. Mitzi Groom, to its Wall of Fame. The Wall of Fame is the Department of Music's way of recognizing WKU alumni and former faculty members who have distinguished themselves in their music careers. The wall is located on the third floor of the Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center. Dr. Sheila L. Johnson received  more