CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 19 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association issued the following news release: The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) formally commends the Maryland State Education Association, approving a resolution made by the Maryland Association of School Librarians (MASL), an AASL Chapter. AASL annually recognizes outstanding programs, events, and products nominated by AASL Chapters for their support of the school librarian profession and the learner  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 19 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: The ABYC Foundation is accepting nominations for its 2024 Educator of the Year Award, which recognizes an outstanding instructor in marine service technology. Eligible candidates include those teaching in high schools, postsecondary institutions, or corporate settings. "I've been visiting schools and talking to educators around the country," said Sarah Devlin, AB  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 19 [Category: Medical] -- The American Medical Association issued the following news release: CHICAGO Each September, the American Medical Association (AMA) recognizes influential female physician leaders as part of Women in Medicine Month. To showcase the accomplishments of these leaders, the AMA Women Physicians Section (WPS) and the AMA Foundation today announced the winners of the 2024 Joan F. Giambalvo Fund for the Advancement of Women research grants program.The J  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 19 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association issued the following news release: CHICAGO Booklist, the official book review journal published by the American Library Association, announces the appointment of Donna Seaman as Editor-In-Chief and Editor, Adult Books. Donna Seaman joined Booklist as an associate editor for the adult books section and has since been promoted to senior editor and adult books editor. In addition to helping with numerous operati  more

SCHAUMBURG, Illinois, Sept. 20 (TNSres) -- The American Veterinary Medical Association issued the following news release: As temperatures continue to soar across the country, a simple yet innovative technique could be the key to keeping dogs safe from heat-related illnesses. New research published in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association (JAVMA) reveals that teaching dogs to voluntarily dunk their heads in water is the most effective method for rapidly cooling them down af  more

PARK RIDGE, Illinois, Sept. 20 (TNSres) -- The American Society of Safety Professionals issued the following news release: Occupational safety and health professionals can now find even more value in being a member of the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP). The Society's membership model has been restructured to add key benefits while a new association management system is simplifying member engagements. "More than ever, an ASSP membership is a smart investment in the continued gr  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 19 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: The 2024 Discover Boating(r) Norwalk Boat Show, in partnership with Progressive Insurance, opens today at Norwalk Cove Marina and runs through Sunday, Sept. 22. The boat show returns with more boats and brands for attendees to shop, plus a host of on-water experiences, free educational opportunities, and entertainment to engage both new boaters and returning custo  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 20 -- The Fraternal Order of Police issued the following news release: Patrick Yoes, National President of the Fraternal Order of Police, proudly announced that Discharge Petition #16, which will allow H.R. 82, the "Social Security Fairness Act," to be considered on the House floor, reached the required 218 signatures. "For 40 years, millions of public servants have seen their benefits stolen by a grossly unfair system. Now, the 'Social Security Fairness Act' is guara  more

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Sept. 20 -- Illinois Realtors issued the following news: Year-over-year home sales fell in Illinois during August, while median prices and homes available for sale rose, according to data from Illinois REALTORS(R). In August 2024, statewide home sales (including single-family homes and condominiums) of 12,831 homes sold was 6.5 percent lower than 13,727 sold in August 2023. The 21,932 homes available for sale statewide in August was 8.0 percent more than the 20,315 avai  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 20 -- The Muscular Dystrophy Association issued the following news release: New York, Thursday, September 19, 2024 - The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is proud to announce a new clinical research grant of $500,000 over three years, awarded to Sabrina Paganoni, MD, PhD, of Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). This grant will support the HEALEY ALS Platform Trial, a pioneering initiative designed to accelerate the development of effective treatments for amyotrophi  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 19 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association issued the following news release: Award from the Institute of Museum and Library Sciences will help libraries boost literacy skills in communities nationwide The American Library Association, with members of the Adult Literacy and Learning Impact Network (ALL IN), has received a National Leadership Grants Award for over $400,000 from the Institute of Museum and Library Sciences to design adult and family lit  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 20 -- The National Futures Association issued the following news release: NFA has ordered Trinity Trading Group LLC (Trinity Trading), a commodity pool operator and commodity trading advisor and former NFA Member forex firm located in Orlando, Florida, not to reapply for NFA membership or act or be listed as a principal of an NFA Member. NFA has also ordered Bruce R. Schock (Schock), a former NFA Associate and prior principal of Trinity Trading, not to apply for NFA mem  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 19 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: As the House Committee on Natural Resourcest today marks up H.R. 8704, bipartisan legislation sponsored by U.S. Reps. Earl. L "Buddy" Carter (R-GA) and Mary Peltola (D-AK), NMMA released the following statement of support: "We strongly support Representatives Carter and Peltola in their leadership to advance bipartisan legislation centered around technological so  more