ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Dec. 6 -- The American Counseling Association issued the following statement on Dec. 5, 2024: * * * In response to the American Psychological Association's efforts to advance accreditation and licensure for master's-level Health Service Psychology (HSP) professionals -- to include counseling, clinical and school psychology -- ACA's Governing Council submitted a public statement to APA's "Proposed Title and Draft Scope of Practice" during the comment period, which ended on  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 6 -- Americans for Prosperity issued the following news release: Following a meeting of the Rochester Public Library District Ethics Commission, Americans for Prosperity-Illinois (AFP-Illinois) is calling on Sangamon County State's Attorney to open an investigation into ethics violations discovered by AFP-Illinois. Additionally, AFP-Illinois is calling on the Illinois General Assembly to create a mechanism or independent body where ethics complaints in Illinois are not  more

RESTON, Virginia, Dec. 5 [Category: Aerospace] -- The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics issued the following news release: The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 Region VII Student Conference, held 25-26 November at Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne, Australia, and online. Attendees presented 46 papers and represented 20 universities. The conference had a strong international presence with stude  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Dec. 6 (TNScapv) -- The American Medical Group Association issued the following news release on Dec. 5, 2024: AMGA members today objected to the proposed 2.8% cut to Medicare Part B reimbursements and a 4% across-the-board cut to Medicare payments due to statutory Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGO) rules. Those signing a letter(Opens in a new window) sent to Congressional leadership represent nearly 126,000 providers who provide care to approximately 27 million patients. In the lette  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Dec. 6 -- The American Medical Group Association issued the following news release on Dec. 4, 2024: AMGA Consulting is excited to announce a definitive agreement to collaborate with Jack Silversin, DMD, DrPH, and Mary Jane Kornacki to provide innovative services and support for developing physician-organization compacts. This partnership marks a significant milestone in AMGA Consulting's ongoing commitment to supporting healthcare organizations in navigating complex change  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 4 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association of the U.S. Army issued the following news: The Army is tailoring its ability to sense and shoot as it prepares to compete in a large-scale combat operations environment, a panel of experts said. "All-domain sensing ... [seeks] to ... enable enhanced understanding and decision-making through integrated and ubiquitous sensing across all domains," said Col. Shannon Nielsen, chief of staff of the All-Domain Sensing Cross-  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 6 -- The American Telemedicine Association issued the following news release: With only 27 days remaining until telehealth flexibilities are set to expire, the American Telemedicine Association (ATA) and ATA Action continue to urge Congress to extend access to critically-needed virtual care services in a year-end legislative package. "Our healthcare system and millions of Americans have benefitted from unprecedented bipartisan, bicameral support for telehealth, across  more

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, Dec. 5 -- The Chesapeake Bay Foundation issued the following news release: Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin today issued an executive directive on Chesapeake Bay restoration. This comes less than a week before Gov. Youngkin is scheduled to discuss Chesapeake Bay issues with Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, and other federal and state leaders at the Chesapeake Executive Council meeting in Annapolis, Md., on Dec. 10. The officials are expected to c  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 5 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: Name: Rhea Perdue College: College of Architecture, Arts, and Design Major: Theatre arts Hometown: Rich Creek, Virginia Plans after graduation: Moving back to New York City at the beginning of 2025 to continue her work as a comedic tour guide on The Ride NYC. While she is working and auditioning for shows, Perdue will be taking classes at the Stella Adler Center for the Arts, an acting conservatory in the city. Her dre  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 5 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: In today's world, mathematical models are an integral part of the study of biological systems. But with the increase in the ability to collect data at various scales of resolution, modern mathematical biology must actively integrate rigorous statistical, data science, and computer science frameworks as well. With the new Virginia Tech Center for the Mathematics of Biosystems (VT-CMB), administered by the College of Scie  more

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Dec. 5 -- AVIXA, the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association, issued the following news release: * * * With the first group of confirmed exhibitors, defined spaces, and networking and training programs under development, organization of the inaugural edition of InfoComm America Latina is progressing rapidly. This significant event is set to take place at the CIEC WTC in Mexico City in October 2025. * * * Mexico City, Mexico - December 4, 2024 - AVIXA (the Audiovi  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 5 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: The potential for record-breaking online sales this holiday season unfortunately signifies opportunities for holiday scams, adding urgency to consumer warnings from agencies such as the Federal Bureau of Investigations and the Federal Trade Commission. Yet as technology advances, so do the tactics of scammers. Virginia Tech cybercrime expert Katalin Parti shared tips for new scammer tactics to guard against, through the h  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 5 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association of the U.S. Army issued the following news: Until Dec. 10, military retirees and eligible beneficiaries who use Tricare can enroll in or make changes to their health care coverage. Beneficiaries who use Tricare Prime, Tricare Select or the U.S. Family Health Plan can stay on their plan, enroll in a plan or change plans. Changes go into effect Jan. 1. For beneficiaries living in the United States, Tricare announced the  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 5 (TNSres) -- The National Defense Industrial Association issued the following news release: The National Defense Industrial Association's (NDIA) Emerging Technologies Institute (ETI) has released a new paper offering insights into how the Department of Defense can improve its processes for rapidly integrating critical technologies. The report, "Accelerating the Adoption of Emerging Capabilities", was published on November 22, 2024. ETI's research of three case studie  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 5 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: When Associate Professor Susan Whitehead asked for help harvesting apples from her research orchard, she tapped into an established sustainability chain of events that provides food security for students and families throughout the New River Valley region. "We work with Dining Services to distribute some of our apples through their community partners and campus programs that aim to reduce food insecurity," said Whitehead,  more

HERNDON, Virginia, Dec. 6 -- The RV Industry Association issued the following news: The House RV Caucus hosted its inaugural reception outside of the RV Industry Association's annual fly-in on November 20, creating a unique opportunity for RV Industry Association staff and Congressional staff to connect and share insights about the vibrant RV industry. The event, held on Capitol Hill, highlighted the importance of the RV industry to the U.S. economy and provided a platform for fostering relati  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 5 [Category: Aerospace] -- The Aerospace Industries Association issued the following news release: Arlington, Va. In case you missed it, Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) President and CEO Eric Fanning submitted full testimony for the record for the December 5 House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party's hearing "Rebuilding the Arsenal of Democracy: The Imperative to Strengthen America's Defense Industrial Base." The hearing centered around the competi  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 5 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: What began as an initiative to honor the Indian festival of Diwali has grown into an international cultural event that drew over 300 attendees this year, eight years after it was first established. Kumaran Ravi was a master's degree student in the Department of Business Hospitality and Tourism Management when he launched the Festival of Lights at Virginia Tech, and its imagery has come to symbolize light over darkness, go  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 4 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: A long-time Virginia Tech professor is the new director of the School of Public and International Affairs. Joel Peters, professor of government and international affairs who is based in Arlington, joined the university in 2006. His research specialties include global security, conflict resolution, Israeli politics and foreign policy, and the Arab-Israeli peace process. He holds a bachelor's degree in international relati  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Dec. 4 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * The University of Kansas educator will begin her VCU tenure in March, bringing three decades of experience as a teacher, researcher and administrator. * * * Kelli Feldman, Ph.D., has been selected as dean of the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Education, effective March 17, 2025. Feldman has served as the associate dean for teacher education and undergraduate programs at the University  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 6 -- The National Association of Chain Drug Stores issued the following news release on Dec. 5, 2024: * * * NACDS reflects on achievements and impact of Nourish My Health in its first year; looks ahead to continued momentum in 2025 * * * The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) announced today that March of Dimes and the Alzheimer's Association(R) have joined as partners in NACDS' "Nourish My Health" public education campaign. For the past year, this am  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 5 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: The leaves have fallen, pumpkins have been discarded, and bitterly cold weather gripped much of the nation over the Thanksgiving holiday. With winter's arrival, many now find themselves wondering about the prospects of snow in various regions throughout the United States. Those in the mid-Atlantic area hoping to see more white precipitation this winter could find themselves disappointed. Drew Ellis, a professor in Virgin  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Dec. 5 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * From intensive advising to on-campus meals, the partnership creates a welcoming pipeline from the community colleges to VCU's opportunities for research, internships and more. * * * By Brian McNeill A few years back, Chris Lopez Herrera enrolled at Virginia Commonwealth University, but things didn't go as planned. "I was struggling and going through a lot," he said. "I wasn't as good of a studen  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 5 -- The National Association of Chain Drug Stores issued the following news release on Dec. 4, 2024: * * * More than two-thirds of registered voters agree that their member of Congress "should do whatever it takes" to ensure Congress enacts PBM reform legislation in 2024 NACDS presses for PBM reforms necessary for Americans in Medicaid and Medicare and for their pharmacies * * * The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) is praising the following Congre  more

MERRIFIELD, Virginia, Dec. 6 -- The National Wildlife Federation issued the following news release: * * * Great Lakes Restoration Bill Secures Key Victory * * * With the U.S. Senate's approval, the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Act of 2024 (GLRI) moves one step closer to securing the health and sustainability of one of America's most treasured resources. "The Great Lakes are the lifeblood of our region, sustaining our health, economy, and the environment," said Rebecca Meuninck, Great   more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 6 -- The Institute for Justice issued the following news release on Dec. 5, 2024: COLUMBIA, S.C.--Today, a pair of South Carolina parents teamed up with the Institute for Justice (IJ) to file a petition that seeks to restore South Carolina's Education Scholarship Trust Fund (ESTF) program so that children from low-income families can use the scholarships to attend private schools. The lawsuit, filed in the South Carolina Supreme Court, challenges the federal constituti  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 6 -- The Professional Services Council issued the following news release: In a December 3 letter to Congressional leadership, the Professional Services Council (PSC) strongly urged Congress to pass full-year appropriations for Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) as soon as possible. On behalf of its 400+ member companies and the federal programs and agencies they support, PSC has long advocated for timely and comprehensive government appropriations as the preferred way to fund suc  more

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Dec. 6 -- The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors issued the following news release: NAIFA, the leading association of financial professionals in the United States, has revitalized its Find a Financial Service Professional search directory to provide consumers with easy access to the highly skilled, experienced professionals who subscribe to NAIFA's Code of Ethics. The tool is located on lifehappens.org, the consumer-facing website of NAIFA's Life Ha  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 5 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: With a bright red head and a shiny black body, the red-headed flea beetle hops from plant to plant like a jumping bean and is surprisingly adorable. Despite their charisma, these little pests smaller than a grain of rice can cause nursery growers millions of dollars' worth of damage by chewing holes in leaves, skeletonizing foliage, and stunting growth. Researchers at Hampton Roads Agricultural Research and Extension Cen  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 5 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: When not in class, a select group of undergraduate students are running experiments, shadowing physicians, and operating state-of-the-art biomedical research equipment. Through a unique opportunity available at Virginia Tech's Health Sciences and Technology campus in Roanoke, these students are not just learning they are receiving hands-on training to help them prepare for careers in research, medicine, and beyond. This   more

HERNDON, Virginia, Dec. 6 -- The RV Industry Association issued the following news: The Winter 2024 edition of RV RoadSigns, the quarterly forecast prepared by ITR Economics for the RV Industry Association, maintains the projection for RV wholesale shipments to climb slightly this year to 324,100 units and then rise to the mid-300,000 unit range in 2025. "Wholesale shipments are edging up slightly over last year's total in the face of stubborn interest rates and stretched consumer finances," s  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Dec. 5 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * From marketing to emceeing, Hoffman did a little of everything. Now, they will embark on a D.C.-based podcast internship. * * * By Sian Wilkerson When Virginia Commonwealth University professor Judith Crenshaw was tasked with helping to promote the inaugural Student Podcast Day, she knew she'd need support - and exactly where to turn. Crenshaw, an assistant professor in the Richard T. Robertson   more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 5 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: The Veterinary Teaching Hospital has chosen five Staff Members of the Year, people who excel in providing expertise and support to the clinicians, residents, and students in the hospital and who provide a critical layer of care for animal patients and human clients served by the hospital. This year's honorees are Amanda Conrad, Emily Falls, Karolee Furrow, Katie Reuss, and Brandon Willis, each with a brief description bel  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 5 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: During the pandemic, some Virginia Tech Zeta Beta Tau fraternity alumni most of whom graduated in the 1970s reunited over Zoom and started an informal giving project to lift their spirits. That undertaking ultimately inspired them to create a more lasting gift. In August 2022, the fraternity members pledged to fund a fellowship to support students in the Translational Biology, Medicine, and Health Graduate Program conduct  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 5 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: The busiest time of the year is upon us, but winter break is fast approaching. Winter break doesn't mean that the Virginia Tech Rescue Squad members will be "on break." The rescue squad operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. "People still come visit, travel through, and are working. The university doesn't really shut down. It may slow down but it doesn't truly shut down," said Dan Barry, a life member for 50 years. T  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Dec. 6 -- The Vision Council issued the following news release on Dec. 5, 2024: Today, The Vision Council announced the release of "Optical Industry 101," a new training video designed to provide an educational overview of the optical industry. This video, the first in a planned series, highlights the critical role of eye care providers and details the extensive network of manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors who deliver essential vision products and services worldwi  more

MORGANTOWN, West Virginia, Dec. 6 -- The West Virginia University's Health Sciences Center-School of Nursing issued the following news: Marilee Kitzmiller, a senior at the West Virginia University School of Nursing Keyser Campus, implemented an inspiring capstone project last week that focused on boosting self-esteem among 4th-grade students. Her interactive approach not only encouraged self-expression but also helped the students recognize their unique positive qualities. Kitzmiller provided   more

WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 6 (TNSres) -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * A dedicated team of W&M researchers has been collecting data on Nigerian monument Sungbo's Eredo for the past five years. Now, analysis begins. * * * By William Oster Monuments in America take many forms - faces carved in a mountain, bronze statues overlooking a harbor - but in Southwest Nigeria, one monument spanning centuries is at the center of the largest collection of LiDAR data in history. Su  more