RICHMOND, Virginia, April 28 -- The Virginia Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * As Sears Dodges Questions About Her Extreme Record, Virginians Call Out Her Scheme to Gut Public Education # VIRGINIA - Last week, local elected officials and the Virginia Education Association president called out Winsome Earle-Sears' extreme agenda that would strip funding from Virginia public schools and create chaos and uncertainty for Virginia students and their families. Sears has re  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 28 -- The Virginia Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * Chairman Lamont Bagby's Statement on Congressman Connolly's Announcement To Not Seek Re-election # "Congressman Gerry Connolly is the true definition of a public servant. From his early days on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors to his over sixteen years in Congress, he has been a champion for Virginians and Americans alike. He's been a fierce defender of federal workers, a staunch ad  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 29 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news on April 28, 2025: * * * Class of 2025: VCU Votes co-leader Merilyn Arikkat drives civic engagement among fellow students The biology major and aspiring doctor is among national honorees for championing democracy. By Sian Wilkerson As a pre-medical student who also is minoring in Spanish and chemistry, Merilyn Arikkat still found time for political science - at least outside the classroom. At Virginia  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 29 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news on April 28, 2025: * * * ConnectED program is a powerful link for VCU students Symposium will highlight how the curriculum develops skills applicable to all majors and real-life challenges. By Amelia Heymann Virginia Commonwealth University's ConnectED program serves students pursuing any course of study by helping them develop critical thinking skills and a more rounded view of the world. As it prepa  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 28 -- The Virginia Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * Former GOP Governor, U.S. Senator George Allen Speaks Out on Trump's Tariffs as Sears Continues Her Support # Winsome Earle-Sears on Trump Tariffs: "I think that's good" VIRGINIA - Winsome Earle-Sears' support for Donald Trump's tariffs remain in the spotlight after former Republican Governor and U.S. Senator George Allen spoke out against the massive tariffs that are causing higher pric  more

ROANOKE, Virginia, April 28 (TNSres) -- The Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Exploring a rare genetic disorder that almost exclusively affects girls A geneticist who uncovered the cause of Rett syndrome will share how her discovery continues to fuel brain-development research at the next Maury Strauss Distinguished Public Lecture at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC. By Lena Ayuk Early in her career as a pediatrician, Huda  more

FAIRFAX, Virginia, April 29 -- George Mason University issued the following campus news: * * * Computing, support scholarships George Mason University received a gift with an impact of $36 million from the Kimmy Duong Foundation to name the Long Nguyen and Kimmy Duong School of Computing within the College of Engineering and Computing. The university's Board of Visitors approved the name change on April 1, and it will become official pending approval from the State Council of Higher Education  more

FAIRFAX, Virginia, April 29 -- George Mason University issued the following campus news: * * * Spring 2025 Degree Celebration speakers In addition to Spring 2025 Commencement on Thursday, May 15, graduates may also choose to attend their college's degree celebration. Here's a look at the keynote speakers for each event. Wednesday, May 14 4:30 p.m. Schar School of Policy and Government Keynote: Fairfax Mayor Catherine Read. Read was elected as the first woman and the first George Mason gr  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 29 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news on April 28, 2025: * * * More than 5,000 donors support VCU's fourth annual Giving Day Gifts total nearly $10 million and include contributions from almost 1,300 first-time donors. By Catherine Brown, Office of Development and Alumni Relations On April 22, Virginia Commonwealth University celebrated its fourth annual Giving Day, bringing together friends near and far to support more than 90 initiative  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 28 -- The Virginia Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * NEW: Billboard Campaign Slams Winsome Earle-Sears in Hampton Roads for Dismissing Attacks on Virginia Jobs # Virginia Democrats Launched Three Billboards Across Hampton Roads VIRGINIA - Today Virginia Democrats launched three billboards along I-64 highlighting Winsome Earle-Sears' callous disregard for the devastation the Trump Administration's senseless firings could bring to scores of   more

NORFOLK, Virginia, April 28 -- Old Dominion University issued the following news: * * * Old Dominion University Breaks Ground on New Biological Sciences Building By Jonah Grinkewitz Old Dominion University broke ground on a five-story, 162,586-square-foot Biological Sciences Building in the heart of campus on Monday. The project is funded by the Commonwealth of Virginia, and the new building will house classrooms, teaching laboratories, a 120-seat lecture hall and other student support spa  more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, April 28 -- The University of Virginia issued the following research news: * * * UVA Scholar Says 50 Years Later, Vietnam War Still Shapes US Policy By Matt Kelly The Vietnam War, a conflict within South Vietnam as well as between North and South Vietnam that embroiled the world's major powers, ended 50 years ago and triggered long-lasting changes in United States politics and foreign policy. The U.S. entered the war seeking to prevent the spread of communism in   more

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 29 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * At Virginia's Executive Mansion, Martin Townes serves the present and preserves the past as butler-historian Longtime passions come together for the VCU alum, who also serves on the state Board of Historic Resources. By Joan Tupponce Martin Townes became fascinated by archaeology as a child after visiting historic Virginia homes like Monticello - and watching the "Indiana Jones" franchise. "Ev  more

CAMDEN, New Jersey, April 28 [Category: BizWater] -- American Water, a water and wastewater company, posted the following news release: * * * West Virginia American Water Invests $400,000 in Bluefield Infrastructure Upgrades Bluefield, W.Va., (April 28, 2025) - West Virginia American Water is pleased to announce an infrastructure upgrade project in Mercer County. As part of our ongoing commitment to providing safe, clean and reliable water service, the company will be investing approximately   more