CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association issued the following news release: CHICAGO The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) formally commends Families Against Book Bans (FABB), approving a resolution made by the South Carolina Association of School Librarians (SCASL), 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  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: The American Boat & Yacht Council Foundation is partnering with the International BoatBuilders' Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) to host Student Career Day on Thursday, Oct. 3, in Tampa, Florida. The event will provide more than 90 students from Florida marine technical schools an opportunity to explore careers in the boating industry and network with professionals.  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 27 (TNSres) -- The Alzheimer's Association issued the following news release: The Alzheimer's Association and the Philippine Nurses Association of America (PNAA) are excited to announce a groundbreaking partnership designed to promote brain health, elevate awareness about Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, and offer crucial care and support resources to individuals, families and communities in need. Under this new collaboration, PNAA will mobilize at least 12 cha  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 [Category: Medical] -- The American Medical Association issued the following news release: CHICAGO The American Medical Association (AMA) today announced that it was awarded $4.15 million as part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) National Partners Cooperative Agreement, a 5-year initiative aimed at strengthening the U.S. public health infrastructure and workforce. One of 48 public health partners nationwide, the AMA will receive funding for pr  more

GLENCOE, Illinois, Sept. 27 -- The Chicago Botanic Garden issued the following news release: * * * Open at Chicago Botanic Garden starting November 15 * * * Celebrate the spirit and beauty of the season surrounded by artistic installations from international artists during Lightscape at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Starting November 15 and running on select dates until January 5, 2025, the illuminated trail for enchanting winter nights will set the Garden aglow with light, art, and music. "L  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 [Category: Sociological] -- The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws issued the following news release: Chicago, IL: Justices on the Illinois Supreme Court have ruled that a police officer may not conduct a warrantless search of a motor vehicle based solely upon the smell of burnt marijuana emanating from the vehicle. Justices opined that the odor of cannabis "lacks a clear and direct enough connection to illegal activity to make it 'probable' that a cri  more

DOWNERS GROVE, Illinois, Sept. 25 [Category: Computer Technology] -- CompTIA issued the following news release: DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. New resources to help organizations seek funding to build and grow information technology (IT) education and training programs are available from CompTIA, the nonprofit association for the tech industry and workforce. CompTIA's Funding Opportunities site simplifies the complex world of grants, scholarships and other sources of financial support for tech career edu  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association issued the following news release: CHICAGO The Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) announces the publication of "Creating an Inclusive Library: Approaches for Increasing Engagement and Use with Students of Color," edited by Ngoc-Yen Tran, Michael J. Aguilar II, and Adriana Poo. This collection provides an opportunity to further engage with issues affecting students of color and to take action   more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: NMMA's 2023 Recreational Boat and Marine Engine Exports and Imports report is now available as a part of the 2023 Canadian Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract. This section offers a comprehensive analysis of Canada's recreational boating industry's international trade from 2014 to 2023. In 2023, the Canadian recreational boating industry experienced a reduc  more

SCHAUMBURG, Illinois, Sept. 27 -- The Information Systems Audit and Control Association issued the following news release: * * * ISACA's flagship European event returns to Dublin between 23-25 October 2024 * * * Dublin, Ireland--ISACA, a global professional association that connects IT governance, infosecurity and cybersecurity professionals and helps them transform their careers and their organisations, is returning to the Dublin Convention Center for their 2024 Europe Conference, between 2  more