AUGUSTA, Georgia, June 3 -- Augusta University issued the following news release: * * * Longtime MCG physician creates new way to assist others through scholarship For hematologist Betty S. Pace, MD, life has always been about helping others. "I believe very, very strongly in paying it forward," said Pace, the Francis J. Tedesco Distinguished Chair in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at Augusta University's Medical College of Georgia. "When you do good things for people, good things come to you  more

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. Earl L. Carter, R-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Carter statement on President Trump's rescissions package being sent to the House * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-GA) today released the following statement on President Trump's rescissions package that was sent to the House of Representatives, which calls for $9.4 billion in savings identified by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to be codified into law: "DOGE ha  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, June 3 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Sage Group, a provider of cloud business management solutions, issued the following news release: * * * The CFO's role, reimagined : Sage launches "High-Performance Finance Software" to empower the next generation of finance leaders * ATLANTA (June 3, 2025) - Sage, the leader in accounting, financial, HR, and payroll technology for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), unveiled "High-Performance Finance Software", a new brand mi  more

WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. David Scott, D-Georgia, issued the following news release on June 3, 2025: * * * Congressman David Scott Files Legislation Transforming Abandoned Sites into U.S. Space-Industry Manufacturing Hubs WASHINGTON D.C. - Today, Congressman David Scott (GA-13), a senior member of the House Financial Services and House Agriculture Committees, filed legislation to stimulate the creation of jobs in the domestic U.S. space manufacturing sector. The Rural American Vitalization i  more

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. Nikema Williams, D-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Nikema Williams Joins Pettersen, Boozman, Van Hollen, Kim, Hagemen to Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Homebuying Process for Veterans * WASHINGTON - Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) - alongside Senators Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) and John Boozman (R-AR) and Representatives Brittany Pettersen (CO-07), Harriet Hageman (WY-AL), and Young Kim (CA-40) - introduced the  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, June 4 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Constangy, Brooks, Smith and Prophete, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Constangy Hosts Webinar on Navigating AI Risks in Employment and Data Privacy * As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more integrated into hiring and workplace decision-making, employers face growing legal and compliance challenges. From automated resume screening to employee monitoring tools, the use of AI in the workplace is raising urgent quest  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, June 4 (TNSjou) -- Emory University issued the following news release: * * * Emory researchers call for an inflammatory subtype of major depression, paving the way for precision psychiatry Researchers at Emory University have provided compelling evidence supporting the existence of an inflammatory subtype of major depression, a breakthrough that could transform how this complex disorder is diagnosed and treated. Led by Andrew H. Miller, MD -- a pioneer in inflammation rese  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, June 4 -- Georgia State University issued the following news: * * * Georgia State Earns National, International Recognitions for Sustainability Efforts Georgia State University is being recognized by national and international organizations for its work to teach sustainable practices and implement them in its overall operations, including in the food service sector. The National Association of College & University Food Services (NACUFS) on June 3 awarded Georgia State its G  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, June 4 -- Georgia State University issued the following news: * * * School of Public Health Donors Endow Scholarship in Memory of Lynette Reid The need-based scholarship will support promising Master of Public Health students. ATLANTA--A recently endowed need-based scholarship at the Georgia State University School of Public Health will help honor the legacy of a staff member who devoted her career to helping students achieve their academic goals. The Lynette Forte Reid Me  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, June 4 -- Kilpatrick Townsend and Stockton, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Kilpatrick Attorneys Continue to Earn Distinction on Managing Intellectual Property's Prestigious IP Stars List Kilpatrick announced today that firm attorneys achieved 32 national and state rankings in Managing Intellectual Property's (Managing IP) - IP Stars (2025), a prestigious guide to the leading intellectual property law firms and practitioners around the world. Managing I  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, June 4 -- Mercer University issued the following news: * * * Communication studies professor receives grant for animal agriculture research By Andrea Honaker A Mercer University faculty member will continue to raise awareness of animal agriculture's environmental impact through a grant-funded research project. Dr. Vasile T. Stanescu, associate professor in the Department of Communication Studies and Theatre, was recently awarded a $17,000 seed grant from the Climate Social   more

MERRIFIELD, Virginia, June 3 [Category: Environment] -- The National Wildlife Federation posted the following news release: * * * National Wildlife Federation, Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom Grant Program Supports Wildlife Conservation at Seven Colleges and Universities * RESTON, Va. -- Seven U.S. colleges and universities were awarded grants from Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom, in partnership with the National Wildlife Federation, to advance conservation efforts and education for threatened  more

WASHINGTON, June 3 [Category: Business] -- NetChoice, a coalition of trade associations that says it makes the internet safe for free enterprise and expression, posted the following news release: * * * NetChoice in Court Today to Halt Georgia's Online Speech Law Creating Cybersecurity Nightmare * ATLANTA--Today, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia will hear NetChoice's request to halt Georgia SB 351 and protect free speech and digital safety as our case, NetChoice v.  more

BRENTWOOD, Tennessee, June 4 -- Lifepoint Health, a healthcare company, issued the following news: * * * Northeast Georgia Health System and Lifepoint Rehabilitation Celebrate Opening of Northeast Georgia Rehabilitation Institute GAINESVILLE, Ga. (June 3, 2025) - This week, Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) and Lifepoint Rehabilitation, a business unit of Lifepoint Health, celebrated the opening of Northeast Georgia Rehabilitation Institute, a free-standing, 40-bed inpatient rehabilitati  more

CARROLLTON, Georgia, June 4 -- The University of West Georgia issued the following news: * * * The Ripple Effect: UWG Names Classroom for Two Alumni Who Transformed Education By Miranda Hodges The University of West Georgia has long been shaped by bold thinkers, servant leaders and champions of education. Among them, Tom '61 and Patsy '75 Upchurch stand out as proud alumni and advocates for students across Georgia. In recognition of their legacy, UWG has named a classroom in the College of E  more

BEEBE, Arkansas, June 3 -- Arkansas State University-Beebe issued the following news: * * * Tri-State Truck Center Supports Diesel Students Advancing to National SkillsUSA ASU-Beebe proudly announces a generous donation from Tri-State Truck Center, Inc. in support of its diesel technology program. This contribution specifically aids students who achieved gold medals at the state-level SkillsUSA competition, enabling them to participate in the upcoming National Leadership and Skills Conference  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, June 3 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Troutman Pepper, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Troutman Pepper Locke Earns Top Five Ranking in Construction Executive's Top 50 Law Firms List * Troutman Pepper Locke's market-leading Construction Practice Group has once again been recognized in Construction Executive's Top 50 Law Firm rankings, ascending from No. 6 in 2024 to No. 5 in 2025. The rankings are determined by surveying more than 600 U.S. construction law firms an  more