RICHMOND, Virginia, April 30 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news on April 29, 2025: * * * Class of 2025: In social work and sobriety, Hilda Quansah found solid footing so she could excel The first-generation student's 'bumps and barriers' included switching majors many times, but with clearer focus, she now turns to graduate school at VCU. By Sian Wilkerson Six years ago, Hilda Quansah came to Virginia Commonwealth University as a biology major on a pre-medical tra  more

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, April 29 -- The West Virginia Department of Human Services issued the following news on April 28, 2025: * * * DoHS Strengthens Support for Child Welfare Workforce Through Trauma-Sensitive Initiatives Child welfare professionals fulfill a vital mission, promoting child safety, well-being, and permanence. Each day, they work with individuals and families who have experienced significant trauma, which places them at heightened risk of developing secondary traumatic str  more

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, April 29 -- Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Michelle C. Reid issued the following Weekly Reflections on April 28, 2025: * * * Superintendent's Weekly Reflections What a beautiful weekend!! As we approach another beautiful spring week ahead, I trust you will find time to enjoy the outdoors and its ever evolving moments. As we together meet the many challenges ahead of us, I am reminded of a quote I hold dear; "May your choices reflect your hopes, not your f  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 30 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news on April 29, 2025: * * * Four honorees spotlighted for multicultural enrichment at VCU 'You welcome all who come,' Rao says at the 2025 PACME ceremony. By Amelia Heymann Chelsea Gary, director of recruitment and student programs in the College of Health Professions, is the 2025 recipient of Virginia Commonwealth University's Riese-Melton Award, which recognizes contributions that advance cross-cultura  more

ROANOKE, Virginia, April 30 (TNSres) -- The Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * New online tool tests how taxes shape sugar-sweetened drink purchases Researchers at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC created the Experimental Beverage Marketplace to study how taxes affect consumers' purchase of soft drinks, energy drinks, and other sugary beverages. By Matt Chittum Americans like their soda pop. And their sports drinks, and ene  more

FAIRFAX, Virginia, April 29 -- George Mason University issued the following campus news: * * * Mason Korea and U.S. Embassy Seoul host Young Trilateral Leaders workshop George Mason University Korea and the U.S. Embassy Seoul recently hosted the 2025 U.S.-Republic of Korea (ROK)-Japan Young Trilateral Leaders (YTL) Regional Workshop Series on the Mason Korea campus. The workshop featured sessions on peace technology led by experts from the Carter School for Peace and Conflict Resolution at Ge  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 29 -- Gov. Glenn Youngkin, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Record Reduction in Fentanyl Overdose Deaths in Virginia CDC Data Show Virginia Leading the Nation in Reducing Drug Overdose Deaths; Virginia Department of Health Data Show 44% Drop in Fentanyl Deaths RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced new data from the Virginia Department of Health Office of the Chief Medical Examiner show fentanyl  more

MCLEAN, Virginia, April 29 [Category: BizTravel] -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release: * * * Hilton Reports First Quarter Results MCLEAN, VA - Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. ("Hilton," "the Company," "we," "us" or "our") (NYSE: HLT) today reported its first quarter 2025 results. Highlights include: * Diluted EPS was $1.23 for the first quarter, and diluted EPS, adjusted for special items, was $1.72 * Net income was $300 million for the first quarter * Adjust  more

HUNTINGTON, West Virginia, April 30 -- Marshall University issued the following news release: * * * Marshall University and AD Spears mutually agree to part ways Marshall University and Athletic Director Christian Spears announce their mutual agreement that Spears' contract will not be renewed. During his tenure at Marshall, Spears oversaw a tremendous period of program growth and athletic achievement. Highlights include the opening of Jack Cook Baseball Field, Sun Belt Conference Championsh  more

HUNTINGTON, West Virginia, April 30 -- Marshall University issued the following news release: * * * Marshall's Herd Academy expands to South Charleston campus for Fall 2025; open house set for May 15 Marshall University's Herd Academy is expanding opportunities for high school students in the Kanawha Valley. Beginning in fall 2025, students in Kanawha County will have the chance to take college-level classes at Marshall's South Charleston campus. The expansion builds on the success of Herd A  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 30 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news on April 29, 2025: * * * Meet-a-Ram: 'Miss Peaches' is a kind and constant presence at Shafer Court Dining Center who treats students like family Cashier Jackie Cherry reliably greets hundreds of morning and midday diners with a smile. By Dina Weinstein Meet-a-Ram is an occasional VCU News series about the students, faculty, staff and alumni who make Virginia Commonwealth University such a dynamic pla  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 29 -- The Virginia Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * New Hampton Roads Billboards Slam Sears for Dismissing and Downplaying Attacks on Virginia Jobs # VIRGINIA - Yesterday, Virginia Democrats launched three billboards along I-64 highlighting Winsome Earle-Sears downplaying and defending the Trump Administration's attacks on Virginia jobs. With nearly 52,000 federal employees, the Hampton Roads region is home to the third largest number of fe  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 30 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news on April 29, 2025: * * * New minor in research ecosystems to debut in fall 2025 at VCU Through the College of Health Professions, the undergraduate program will prepare students for careers in scientific research and administration. By VCU News staff Reflecting an ongoing commitment to future-proofing its students, Virginia Commonwealth University is introducing a new undergraduate minor in research e  more

RADFORD, Virginia, April 30 -- Radford University issued the following news release: * * * Spring Commencement 2025 - Lauren Griffin's experience fuels her fight against cyberbullying Lauren Griffin grew up in the digital era, when children were getting their hands on technology and feeling the pressures of social media at an early age. Living on a farm in a small community, Griffin often was home alone for a while after school before her parents returned from work. She needed to have a mea  more

HAMPTON, Virginia, April 30 -- Hampton University issued the following news: * * * Sculpting Legacy: Hampton Alumnus Kevin Pullen Donates Bronze Bust Honoring Pioneering Journalist and Turn-of-the-Century Alumnus Robert Sengstacke Abbott At Hampton University, the echoes of the past continue to shape the future. Kevin Pullen '77, an acclaimed sculptor and proud Hampton alumnus, breathed new life into one of Hampton's most impactful sons--Robert Sengstacke Abbott, Class of 1889--by gifting   more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, April 30 -- The University of Virginia issued the following news: * * * McIntire School Cuts Ribbon for 'Totally Cool Building' Created With 'Students in Mind' By Andrew Ramspacher As Alex Pentimonti admired her surroundings, she spoke out loud. The fourth-year student at the University of Virginia's McIntire School of Commerce - and president of the Commerce Council - raved about the "traveling staircase" and the "big bright classrooms" and "stunning cafe." "I t  more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, April 30 -- University of Virginia Health issued the following news release: * * * Peanut Allergy Treatment in Young Kids Proves Highly Successful A real-world study of peanut oral immunotherapy in children younger than 3 has shown the approach is both safe and effective at desensitizing children to the increasingly common food allergy. The UVA Health Children's researchers enrolled 30 peanut-allergic children in the study of what is called epOIT - Early Peanut Ora  more

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, April 30 -- Gov. Patrick Morrisey, R-West Virginia, issued the following news on April 29, 2025: * * * Governor Patrick Morrisey Announces Grant Awards to Combat Inmate Substance Abuse Parkersburg, W.Va. - Today, Governor Patrick Morrisey awarded $231,894.00 in Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Program grant funds to the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation (WVDCR). These funds will enhance the capabilities of West Virginia's prisons and jail  more

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, April 30 -- Gov. Patrick Morrisey, R-West Virginia, issued the following news on April 29, 2025: * * * Governor Patrick Morrisey Signs Bills to Ban Cell Phones in Classrooms and Display the U.S. Motto in Schools Shinnston, W.Va. - Today, Governor Patrick Morrisey was joined by students, legislators, and supporters at Lincoln Middle School to sign House Bill 2003, which prohibits the use of personal electronic devices in the classroom and Senate Bill 280, which requi  more