WASHINGTON, June 26 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee issued the following news release on June 24, 2024: After a decade in Virginia, it's understandable that Laurie Buckhout is a little lost in the North Carolina district she recently started calling home. In an embarrassing on-camera moment, Buckhout's lack of local knowledge was on full display. She couldn't even name the media markets in North Carolina's First Congressional District - and when someone from the audience had  more

WASHINGTON, June 26 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee issued the following news release on June 24, 2024: After a decade in Virginia, it's understandable that Laurie Buckhout is a little lost in the North Carolina district she recently started calling home. In an embarrassing on-camera moment, Buckhout's lack of local knowledge was on full display. She couldn't even name the media markets in North Carolina's First Congressional District - and when someone from the audience had  more

WASHINGTON, June 26 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee issued the following news release on June 24, 2024: Two years ago, Derrick Anderson applauded the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe vs. Wade and take away a woman's right to have an abortion. In the two years since Anderson cheered for the fall of Roe, his party has worked to further restrict women's reproductive freedoms. Virginia is the last state in the South without an abortion ban. Let's not forget that Derrick  more

MORGANTOWN, West Virginia, June 26 -- Gov. Jim Justice, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release on June 25, 2024: Gov. Jim Justice announced today that SteppingStones received $1.3 million, which will be used to build a new state-of-the-art, fully inclusive playground at Mylan Park. SteppingStones is dedicated to providing year-round recreation for children and adults with disabilities so that they can achieve their maximum level of independence. "Babydog and I are so excited to ce  more

MORGANTOWN, West Virginia, June 26 (TNSres) -- Gov. Jim Justice, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release on June 25, 2024: Gov. Jim Justice today named two West Virginia University astrophysicists Distinguished Mountaineers for their globally recognized contributions to the scientific community. Dr. Maura McLaughlin and Dr. Duncan Lorimer have recently been honored by internationally accredited organizations, bringing significant recognition to the State of West Virginia and WVU. "  more

BRUCETON MILLS, West Virginia, June 26 -- Gov. Jim Justice, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release on June 25, 2024: Gov. Jim Justice today visited a construction site at Coopers Rock State Forest to see the progress on the new stargazing cabins. The cabins will open this fall, and reservations will start being accepted on August 1st. The new cabins are the latest projects on a list of more than $200 million of improvements made to our state parks system under the governor's leader  more

FAIRFAX, Virginia, June 26 -- Inova, a healthcare provider, issued the following news release on June 25, 2024: Today, Inova Children's unveiled a vibrant new logo, signaling Inova Health's ongoing investment and commitment to pediatric care. Inova remains committed to providing world-class, expert care close to home and expanding services to meet the growing needs of the community. The redesigned logo draws inspiration from Inova's new parent brand which launched in October 2023. It features   more

GLOUCESTER POINT, Virginia, June 25 (TNSres) -- William and Mary's Virginia Institute of Marine Science issued the following news: By Ethan Smith Visible from the Coleman Bridge that connects Yorktown and Gloucester, VIMS' waterfront research and education facilities often pique curiosity. Marine Science Day, our marquee outreach event of the year, offers a closer look. This year, the 22nd annual Marine Science Day attracted more than 2,000 visitors, setting a recent attendance record. Exhibi  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, June 25 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: When Paul Quigley first entered graduate school at the University of North Carolina, a conversation with an older student shaped the course of his future. The student told him that a university is a place where "ideas matter," a phrase that stuck with him through the years and, at the time, affirmed he was on the right academic track. "As a first-generation student it was a revelation," Quigley said. "And I realized th  more

GLOUCESTER POINT, Virginia, June 26 (TNSres) -- William and Mary's Virginia Institute of Marine Science issued the following news: By John Wallace Comprising the base of the food web, plankton are extremely important to marine ecosystems. However, there is still much to be discovered about these organisms, and that's especially true for mixoplankton. Plankton are typically divided into two groups. Similar to plants, phytoplankton contain chlorophyll and derive energy from photosynthesis. Zoop  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, June 25 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: Tanya LeRoith DVM '99, director of the Virginia Tech Animal Laboratory Service (ViTALS), is the new director of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine. LeRoith began her role on May 10, leading the hospital alongside retiring director William A. "Terry" Swecker '80 DVM '84, who was LeRoith's faculty advisor when she was a veterinary student at Virginia Tech in the late 19  more

ATHENS, West Virginia, June 25 -- Concord University issued the following news release: The Appalachian Shakespeare Project (ASP) celebrates its fifteen-year anniversary this summer with a new production of one of Shakespeare's most popular comedies, As You Like It, a romantic comedy which tells the story of two young lovers who flee from a corrupt court to seek their happiness in the Forest of Arden. The production will be presented on the campus of Concord University in front of the Alexander  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, June 25 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: The first day: "It was exciting, very exciting, but also very scary as if, 'Am I good enough? Am I going to make it?' " recalled Marquis Harper, a food animal track recent graduate from Henderson, North Carolina. What does it take to become a veterinarian? Veterinary school has been described like a boot camp that pushes students to their limits. Getting into veterinary school often requires multiple attempts for even   more

WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, June 25 (TNSres) -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * Funded by a Department of Energy grant, the inaugural edition of the AI4Fusion summer school benefitted from the synergy between nuclear physicists and data scientists. * * * By Antonella Di Marzio, Senior Research Writer On the last day of the inaugural AI4Fusion Summer School at William & Mary, Jim Slone '26 felt confident that commercial nuclear fusion energy could really be 30 years away this t  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, June 26 -- The University of Richmond issued the following news release: The University of Richmond has been named to The Princeton Review's list of Best Value Colleges for 2024. UR also ranked #6 on the list of "Top 20 Best Schools for Internships (Private Schools)." Richmond has been included on the Best Value Colleges list since 2013 and on the top internships list eight times, including being ranked within the top 10 schools in that category for the past seven consecuti  more

RESTON, Virginia, June 26 -- Volkswagen Group of America issued the following news release: * * * * New front and rear end treatments, alongside new wheel choices and colors, enhance exterior style * Revised interior features new materials and revamped dash with floating 8-inch infotainment display * Jetta GLI remains available with six-speed manual transmission * Lower starting MSRP than 2024 automatic, starting at $21,995 * * * Volkswagen of America Inc. announced today that Jetta and   more

RICHMOND, Virginia, June 26 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * In VCU's Comic Arts Collection, these titles are just a few of the holdings that highlight the LGBTQIA+ experience. * * * By Elinor Frisa For three years running, the graphic memoir "Gender Queer" has been at the top of the American Library Association's annual list of "most challenged books." In the 2019 title, author Maia Kobabe describes, in both words and illustrations, the experience of gra  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, June 26 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Brendan Dwyer of the Center for Sport Leadership offers insight into the marketing, media, money and mainstream impact of an expanding landscape. * * By Leila Ugincius Not long ago - 1992, in fact - Congress passed a bill that essentially blocked sports betting nationwide, save for a few states. The law was ruled unconstitutional in 2018, and the scene changed quickly: Last year, Americans lega  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, June 25 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: Thirteen years after releasing the first independent safety ratings for varsity football helmets, the Virginia Tech Helmet Lab is expanding beyond the field of athletics. This summer, researchers will begin an 18-month study to develop the first ratings system for safety helmets, also commonly referred to as hard hats or construction helmets. The ratings system will join the nine sports the lab already produces ratings   more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, June 25 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: The Virginia Tech Landscaping Team impressed on and off the field at the 2024 National Collegiate Landscape Competition in Utah, placing 10th against 49 other universities. Individuals and teams competed in events ranging from driving compact excavators and backhoes to utilizing robotics and technology in landscaping. "It's a great couple of days to connect with fellow students from across the country and with landscape   more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, June 25 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: Emily Falls Anatomical Pathology Technician, Necropsy Laboratory When did you join the veterinary college? 2017 What is your role at the veterinary college? Anatomical Pathology Technician The best part of being at VMCVM... I work with a marvelous group of anatomical pathologists, that have such a passion for their profession! I know that no matter what happens they have my back. They are constantly teaching me new  more

LEXINGTON, Virginia, June 25 -- Virginia Military Institute issued the following news: The chaplain's office at Virginia Military Institute recently welcomed a new staff member in the form of a warm, furry, and faithful facility dog named CAVU. Facility dogs assist people to cope after a traumatic event or overly stressful environment. CAVU's occupational specialty is to assist the Institute chaplain in bringing morale, welfare, and care to cadets, especially those who are faced with upsetting   more

MORGANTOWN, West Virginia, June 26 -- The West Virginia University's Health Sciences Center-School of Nursing issued the following news: Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) services at the WVU Center for Excellence in Disabilities is offering a new program called "Get Schooled on Concussions" to all West Virginia schools. This program uses a tool called the Teacher Acute Concussion Tool (TACT) to help teachers, nurses, counselors, principals, athletic trainers and school psychologists guide students b  more

BUCKHANNON, West Virginia, June 25 -- West Virginia Wesleyan College issued the following news: West Virginia Wesleyan College continues to be a leader in Creative and Performing Arts in West Virginia and the Region. College officials have seen growth in applicants, majors, and auditions in recent years and are prepared for a busy incoming season of arts events. Over the last two cycles, including new students planning to attend in Fall of 2024, over 100 new students enrolling have received a   more