JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Aug. 20 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * Air Force announces Outstanding Airmen for 2025, including one from JBSA-Lackland * ARLINGTON, Virginia - Air Force officials selected the service's top enlisted members, naming the Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2025. One of the winners is from the 433rd Training Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. This year, the Air Force enhanced the progr  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 20 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association of the U.S. Army posted the following news: * * * Army Makes 'Bold Moves' to Speed Acquisition * Evolving global threats, technological advancements and the imperative to get capabilities into soldiers' hands more quickly are driving acquisition reform, a senior Army official said. Heather Shirey, the acting deputy assistant secretary of the Army for strategy and acquisition reform, said it is a "critical time to   more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 20 -- The Virginia Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * As Sears Backs Trump's Attacks on Virginia Jobs, the Commonwealth Is Projected to Lose Jobs This Year and Unemployment Is Expected to Hit Highs * # Cardinal News Op-ed : "The report from the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia says federal job cuts and tariffs will halt the state's job growth" VIRGINIA - A new column in the Cardinal News details that as  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The Associated General Contractors of America, Arlington, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency voicing urgent concerns about the implications of federal regulations on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and their impact on the construction industry. The letter, addressed to leadership on Capitol Hill, comes in response to the agency's April 2024 designation of perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctane sulfo  more

NORFOLK, Virginia, Aug. 20 [Category: Animals] -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * Bam Bam the Stolen Senior Dachshund Is Home! PETA Billboard Now Thanks Community for Happy Ending * Chicago - Below, please find a statement from PETA Senior Vice President Daphna Nachminovitch in response to the great news that Bam Bam, the senior dachshund who was stolen from his backyard two months ago, has been reunited with his guardian, Angel Santiago.   more

NORFOLK, Virginia, Aug. 19 [Category: Animals] -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * Biosecurity Breach: PETA Press Conference to Expose TB-Infected Monkey Imports * Washington - Flanked by crates of shrieking "monkeys" and humans in hazmat suits, PETA at a Wednesday news conference outside the Department of Health and Human Services will appeal to the agency to immediately ban dangerous and outdated monkey importation from Asia and Africa to  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Rep. John McGuire, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman John McGuire Introduces FAIR Act to Protect Ratepayers, End Cronyism, and Prioritize Public Safety U.S. Representative John McGuire (VA-05) introduced the Fair, Affordable, and Inclusive Rates Act (FAIR Act) -- legislation to ensure electric utility rates remain focused on delivering safe and affordable energy to all Americans, especially working families and rural households disproporti  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The Consumer Brands Association, Arlington, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration regarding its proposed Post-Market Assessment Prioritization Tool for food chemicals, emphasizing the need for a transparent and evidence-based approach. The organization, which represents the consumer-packaged goods industry, expresses concerns over how the FDA plans to prioritize substances, urging the agency to clearly define processes and time  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * Eugene Vindman Gangbangers, Drug Traffickers, & repeat DUI offenders * Out of touch Democrat Eugene Vindman's colleague, Don Beyer, "personally requested" to meet with some of the most heinous criminal illegal immigrants a Virginia detention facility has to offer, a report found. During his visit, Beyer spent time with illegal immigrant gangbangers guilty of multiple DUIs, kidnapping and  more

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Aug. 20 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news: * * * First Day of School 2025-26 * There were celebrations across Fairfax County Public Schools as teachers and administrators welcomed students back to school. Enjoy some highlights from #FirstDayFairfax below, then check additional coverage on Instagram (link is external), Facebook (link is external), and YouTube (link is external). First day vibes at Carson Middle School! These bright smiles a  more

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Aug. 20 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news: * * * First Down for Girls Flag Football in Fairfax County Public Schools * Thanks to a partnership with the Washington Commanders, Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) will be piloting Girls Flag Football at every high school starting this fall. Interested students are encouraged to speak with their school's activities office. The nationwide popularity of flag football has grown over the last sever  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The Food Industry Association, Arlington, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) expressing their concerns regarding the agency's recently proposed Tool for the Prioritization of Food Chemicals for Risk Assessment. In their correspondence, FMI underscores the need for a thoughtful and transparent methodology in evaluating food chemicals to ensure consumer safety. FMI's letter praises the FDA for its efforts to enhance the  more

NORFOLK, Virginia, Aug. 20 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sentara Healthcare posted the following news: * * * Food locker at Sentara CarePlex Hospital combats hunger in Hampton, Virginia * A refrigerated food locker with enough food for 15 families now sits prominently in front of the emergency department at Sentara CarePlex Hospital in Hampton, Virginia. The food locker is open 24/7 to patients being discharged from the hospital who don't have enough food at home. The locker is also open to c  more

LEXINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Virginia Military Institute issued the following news: * * * Former Presidential Candidate to Speak at VMI Convocation Carly Fiorina, businesswoman and politician, will address the Corps of Cadets and faculty at the academic convocation at Virginia Military Institute on Wednesday, Sept. 3, at 10:30 a.m. in Cameron Hall on Main Street. The event is free and open to the public. Any groups planning to attend should notify VMI by Sept. 1 via email at forquerla@vmi.  more

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Defense Health Agency issued the following news: * * * Fort Lesley J. McNair holds health readiness rodeo, streamlines care to 'carry on the mission' National Defense University at Fort Lesley J. McNair hosted a health readiness rodeo on Aug. 4, 2025, helping service members keep up to date on health assessments, get preventative care, and stay ready for the mission. Rodeos provide vital benefits for both service members and medics and enhance warfighter rea  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 20 -- The Virginia Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * Front Page News: "Charlottesville Dems Blast Earle-Sears' Education Platform -- Or Lack Thereof" * # Winsome Earle-Sears has a long record of supporting legislation that would cut funding from Virginia's public schools VIRGINIA - New reporting from the Daily Progress highlights local leaders slamming Winsome Earle-Sears for her extreme record attacking public education and wanting to def  more

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- George Mason University issued the following research news: * * * Preventing gun violence in Baltimore before it begins By Danielle Hawkins Maryland ranks among the top 10 states with the highest rates of gun-related killings. Although Baltimore accounts for just 9% of Maryland's population, it has historically been responsible for a disproportionate share of the state's gun violence (41% of all gun homicides). Yet across the city, community organizations, publi  more

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- George Mason University issued the following campus news: * * * George Mason's College of Public Health becomes first in Virginia to earn CEPH accreditation George Mason University's College of Public Health has been awarded accreditation from the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), becoming the first and only college of public health in Virginia to earn this standard for excellence. CEPH, the accrediting body for public health schools and programs,   more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 20 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Association of State Energy Officials posted the following news: * * * Governor Dan McKee and Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources Announce Additional $10 Million for Statewide Heat Pump Incentive Program * On July 24, 2025, Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources announced that an additional $10 million in Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) proceeds would be made av  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Griffith Announces $281,865 DOT Grant to Develop Mountain Empire Airport * The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded the Smyth Wythe Airport Commission, based in Wythe County, Virginia, a $281,865 grant. The funding supports the Mountain Empire Airport (MKJ) in their designs for rehabilitation of an existing runway. U.S. Congressman Morgan Grif  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Griffith Announces $380,100 DOT Grant to Develop Tazewell County Airport * The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded the Tazewell County Airport Authority, based in Richlands, Virginia, a $380,100 grant. The funding supports the construction of a new 6,800 square foot hangar at the Tazewell County Airport. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Griffith Announces $4,335,800 DOT Grant to Develop Blue Ridge Regional Airport * The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded the Blue Ridge Airport Authority, based in Henry County, Virginia, a $4,335,800 grant. The funding supports the extension of an existing runway at the Blue Ridge Regional Airport and brings the airport into conformity with   more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Griffith Announces $5,225,950 DOT Grant to Develop Virginia Highlands Airport * The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded the Virginia Highlands Airport Commission, based in Washington County, Virginia, a $5,225,950 grant. The funding supports the rehabilitation of an existing runway at Virginia Highlands Airport. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffi  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 20 -- The Virginia Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * Happy National Aviation Week to Winsome Earle-Sears Who Refuses to Come Clean About Free Flights She Potentially Failed to Disclose * # Sears appears to have violated Virginia law by failing to disclose a free private plane trip and previously failed to disclose gifted trips When asked about the potential violation, Sears' team said they were "still trying to figure it out" VIRGINIA -  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * How Virginia taxpayers are saving $3,553 thanks to Jen Kiggans * Virginia taxpayers will save $3,553 on average thanks to Representative Jen Kiggans' Working Family Tax Cuts. A new Tax Foundation report found Virginia taxpayers will save big, thanks to expanded child tax credits, pro-business policies and No Tax on Tips, No Tax on Overtime and a tax cut on Social Security. But Virginia  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- U.S. Term Limits issued the following news release: * * * Jocelyn Blackwell Pledges to Support Congressional Term Limits Lost Creek, WV - U.S. Term Limits (USTL), the leader in the national, non-partisan movement to limit terms for elected officials, is gathering support from state lawmakers across the nation. Its mission is to get 34 states to apply for an amendment proposal convention specific to term limits on Congress. 2026 West Virginia house of delegates candidate  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * Marcy Kaptur's Routine: Tax Hikes, Naps, and Political Gymnastics * In a stunning display of political gymnastics from the same out of touch Democrat who was caught snoring on the House floor, 42-year politician Marcy Kaptur (D-Virginia) managed to wake up just long enough to vote for a 25% tax hike, vote AGAINST no tax on tips, no tax on overtime, and tax cuts on social security. Then,   more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The Meat Institute, Arlington, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the agency's proposed rule on the prioritization of food chemicals for post-market assessment. The institute expressed its support for the FDA's science-based approach to evaluating food ingredients, as well as its commitment to promoting public health and consumer trust. In its letter, the Meat Institute highlighted the importance of coordina  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The National Milk Producers Federation, Arlington, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the agency's proposed tool for prioritizing food chemicals for post-market assessments. Representing 20,000 U.S. dairy producers, NMPF has emphasized the importance of an efficient and scientifically rigorous approach to food safety. In the letter, NMPF expressed appreciation for the opportunity to provide input into the FD  more

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Aug. 20 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * Navy Lodge goes cashless as locations update payment method * VIRGINIA BEACH, Virginia - Beginning Sept. 1, 2025, Navy Lodge locations will no longer accept cash or personal check for payment. Guests can still use a credit card and MILITARY STAR (r) Card as well as branded debit cards or gift cards to pay for their stay at a Navy Lodge, such as the one at N  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Norton, Beyer to Introduce Bill to Require Federal Police Officers Use Body and Dashboard Cameras When Congress Returns in September * After videos circulated online of federal police officers using excessive force to make arrests as part of President Trump's unnecessary and inflammatory surge of law enforcement in D.C., Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) and Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA) annou  more

FRONT ROYAL, Virginia, Aug. 19 -- Christendom College posted the following news: * * * One Graduate's Journey from Atheist to Soldier to Missionary * Samuel Sproule is not one to shy away from a challenge. His journey--from atheist to soldier to Christendom graduate to FOCUS missionary--has been one of unexpected moments, determination, and profound grace. Sproule grew up in a non-religious family in California. As a teenager, he began questioning moral codes. He had an idea of what virtue  more

NORFOLK, Virginia, Aug. 20 [Category: Animals] -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * Oswald's Bear Ranch Slammed by Feds for Denying Bears Vet Care, Feeding Expired Food * Newberry, Mich. - A bear in obvious psychological distress was denied veterinary care at Oswald's Bear Ranch and other bears were fed animal feed that expired in 2022, unsuitable restaurant scraps, and sugary snacks, which led them to become overweight or obese, according t  more

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Aug. 21 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of West Virginia posted the following news release on Aug. 20, 2025: * * * Parkersburg Man Sentenced to Prison for Federal Drug Crime and Violating Supervised Release Ronald Robinson, 55, of Parkersburg, was sentenced today to eight years and six months in prison, to be followed by five years of supervised release, for distribution of a quantity of methamphetamine and violating supervised release.   more

NORFOLK, Virginia, Aug. 20 [Category: Animals] -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * Photo Op at Flying Tiger Brewery and Pizza Bar: 'Hell on Wheels' Truck Comes with Dying Pigs' Cries * Monroe, La. - To combat such meat industry images as dancing pigs and chickens wearing aprons as they gaily make their way to the dinner plate, PETA plans to "educate to liberate" diners on their way into Flying Tiger Brewery and Pizza Bar and other Monroe ea  more

NORFOLK, Virginia, Aug. 20 [Category: Animals] -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * Photo Op: 'Are You Wearing My Mom?' Amazing AI-Powered Calf Robot to Confront Leather-Clad Kansas City Shoppers * Kansas City, Mo. - Kansas City shoppers are in for a sci-fi spectacle on Friday when a walking, talking, AI-powered robot calf named Charli XC Cow will hoof it to downtown Kansas City to ask leather-clad customers outside, "Are you wearing my moth  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- The Republican Party of Virginia issued the following news on Aug. 19, 2025: * * * Polls show Spanberger fading fast as Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears & Virginia Republicans seize momentum A new Roanoke College poll out today confirms what we have all felt these past few months: Abigail Spanberger's radical record is driving away voters while Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears' message of lower taxes, less regulation, and ZERO left-wing insanity in schools is breaking t  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, ranking member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on Aug. 20, 2025: * * * Ranking Member Scott Demands Response on Request for Oversight Hearing on HHS Layoffs and Proposed Reorganization Ranking Member Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (VA-03), House Committee on Education and Workforce, once again called on Chairman Tim Walberg, House Committee on Education and Workforce, to immediately hold an ove  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Aug. 20 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Security Industry Association posted the following news release: * * * Registration Opens for ISC East 2025 * The Northeast's leading security and public safety event returns to NYC Nov. 18-20 NORWALK, Conn.-- ISC East opened registration today with premier sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA) and in partnership with the ASIS NYC Chapter. The event will be held at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center from Nov.   more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Rep. John McGuire, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Representatives Subramanyam and McGuire Lead Bipartisan Legislation to Safeguard U.S. Against Emerging Quantum Cybersecurity Threats * Congressman Suhas Subramanyam (D-VA-10) and Congressman John McGuire (R-VA-05) led introduction of the Quantum Encryption Readiness and Resilience Act, along with Representatives Haley Stevens (D-MI-11) and Pat Harrigan (R-NC-10). This critical bipartisan bill is de  more

HOUSTON, Texas, Aug. 20 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Rice's top innovation exec headed for University of Virginia * Paul Cherukuri After more than a decade of outstanding leadership at Rice University, Paul Cherukuri, the university's top innovation executive, will be leaving his post to accept a position at the University of Virginia. Cherukuri, Rice's inaugural vice president for innovation and chief innovation officer, plans to depart from his position a  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 21 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Richmond's youth violence risk overlaps with historic redlining, new VCU research finds In addition to lingering effects of discrimination, study finds that most victims treated at VCU's trauma center were female. * By Madeline Reinsel The legacy of redlining - the 20th-century mapping practice that denied loans and other services to minorities based on their neighborhoods - continues  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Aug. 20 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Security Industry Association posted the following news release: * * * Security Industry Association and SecuritySpecifiers Announce Inaugural Recipients of CONSULT Scholarship * Eight young professionals will receive scholarships presented by SIA and SecuritySpecifiers and providing financial support to attend CONSULT 2025. SILVER SPRING, Md.-- The Security Industry Association (SIA) and SecuritySpecifiers are proud to an  more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Aug. 21 (TNSxrep) -- The CFA Institute, an association of investment professionals, issued the following news release: * * * Singapore Graduates Embrace AI Skills, but Share Concerns Over Automation in Jobs Market CFA Institute survey reveals increasing confidence in career prospects and a strong appetite for continuous learning * Singapore's graduates are meeting the twin forces of opportunity and disruption brought by artificial intelligence (AI) and automation   more

RESTON, Virginia, Aug. 20 [Category: Medical] -- The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging issued the following news release: * * * SNMMI Applauds the Senate for Including Nuclear Medicine Research Language in Appropriations L-HHS a * nd DoD Reports. On July 31 st, Senate Appropriations Committee released reports for FY 2026 Labor, Health and Human Services (L-HHS) and the Department of Defense (DoD). The (L-HHS) report included SNMMI's theranostics report language. This lang  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Statement of Senate Intel Vice Chair on Director Gabbard's plan to slash intelligence staff * WASHINGTON - Senate Select Committee on Intelligence Vice Chairman Mark R. Warner (D-VA) released the following statement after Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard released plans to cut the office's workforce: "Twenty years after it was established, there is broad, bipartisan agreement that th  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Statement of Senate Intel Vice Chairman On Director Gabbard's abuse and politicization of the security clearance process * WASHINGTON - Senate Select Committee on Intelligence Vice Chairman Mark R. Warner (D-VA) released the following statement after Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard arbitrarily and unilaterally revoked security clearances of 37 current and former national security and  more

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Aug. 20 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * U.S. Space Force publishes new SPFI 36-2903, Dress and Appearance * ARLINGTON, Virginia - The U.S. Space Force published its new Space Force Instruction (SPFI) 36-2903, Dress and Appearance on Aug. 15. To ensure all Guardians are provided clear and actionable guidance, this comprehensive, service-specific policy consolidates all uniform and grooming guida  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 20 -- The University of Richmond issued the following news release: * * * University of Richmond Graduate Nicolas Ferree Awarded Prestigious NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Ferree is studying data related to the early Universe in graduate school. * Nicolas Ferree, who graduated from the University of Richmond in May 2023, has received a competitive National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship to continue his research on the cosmic microwave background -  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 20 -- The University of Richmond issued the following news release: * * * University of Richmond's Distant Viewing Lab Receives $1M Mellon Foundation Grant to Expand Access to AI Tools The Distant Viewing Lab at the University of Richmond has received a $1,000,000 Mellon Foundation grant to expand access to computer vision models used in digital humanities research. Founded by data science and statistics professor Taylor Arnold and digital humanities professor Lauren  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * UX marks the spot for VCU senior Faustina Koduah CoStar summer internship gives the information systems major and visual effects minor a chance to explore user experience and product design. * By Leila Ugincius As she considered work opportunities for the summer - and careers overall - Faustina Koduah thought about the advice she would give to other Virginia Commonwealth University students. "  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The Virginia Department of Transportation submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation offering suggestions on their proposed revisions to National Environmental Policy Act procedures. VDOT expressed appreciation for the departments' efforts to align the regulations with current federal law but requested additional clarifications to ensure smooth implementation. VDOT raised a concern that public-facing information, such as the FHWA Environmen  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * VCU hosts national safety workshop for river field studies The Rice Rivers Center welcomed educators from eight states, highlighting its leadership in navigating field research and risk. * Rivers support remarkable biodiversity and are vital to society, but they are among the world's most threatened ecosystems. Training the next generation of river scholars and students is vital to the waterways  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * VCU innovators look to streamline pacemaker procedures and safety University grants fuel two clinical tools created to improve implantation accuracy and device management. * By John Battiston A pair of innovations by Virginia Commonwealth University researchers are making headway in two critical areas of pacemaker care: how devices are implanted, and how they are managed during surgery. Both i  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Rep. Eugene Vindman, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Vindman, Bacon Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Track & Combat Antisemitism in Extremist Movements * WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Congressman Eugene Vindman (D-Va.-07) and Congressman Don Bacon (R-Neb.-02) introduced the Violent Antisemitism Threat Assessment Act, a bill that would require the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to issue a comprehensive report to Congress on the role of antisemitism in vi  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Board of Visitors focuses on long-term vision, partnerships, and campus modernization By Michael Stowe The Virginia Tech Board of Visitors took steps at its quarterly meeting this week to expand the university's on-campus residential capacity and improve its existing inventory. During meetings held Aug. 18-20, the board approved a $10 million planning authorization for the design of a new on-campus residence ha  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * New Center Woods Complex to elevate conservation and research By Rosie Cicmanec and Max Esterhuizen The Virginia Tech Board of Visitors Building and Grounds Committee this week approved the design preview and review to move forward with a new, state-of-the-art facility for the Department of Fish and Wildlife Conservation, creating a vibrant hub for research, teaching, and outreach in the College of Natural Resou  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Faculty receive state-funded 4-VA grants for collaborative research The 13 funded projects involve partnerships with peers at universities across the commonwealth and investigate areas of strategic interest for Virginia. By Melody Warnick A baker's dozen of Virginia Tech faculty members recently were awarded grants funded by 4-VA to boost research collaborations with partners at universities across the commonwe  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Warner & Kaine Announce Over $48 Million in Federal Funding for Virginia Airports * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) announced $48,329,251 in federal funding to support infrastructure improvements at 18 airports across Virginia. This funding, allocated by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration under the Airport Infrastruc  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Warner & Kaine Announce Over $48 Million in Federal Funding for Virginia Airports * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) announced $48,329,251 in federal funding to support infrastructure improvements at 18 airports across Virginia. This funding, allocated by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration under the Airport Infrastructure  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Warner & Kaine Highlight New Report Projecting $490 Billion in Manufacturing Losses By 2029 Due to Trump Tariffs * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) highlighted a new report from the Joint Economic Committee warning that the Trump Administration's sweeping tariff regime--which has included almost 100 different policies since April--has directly harmed the  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Warner & Kaine Highlight New Report Projecting $490 Billion in Manufacturing Losses by 2029 Due to Trump Tariffs * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) highlighted a new report from the Joint Economic Committee warning that the Trump Administration's sweeping tariff regime--which has included almost 100 different policies since April--has directly harmed the Ame  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- U.S. Term Limits issued the following news release: * * * Wesley Self Pledges to Support Congressional Term Limits Martinsburg, WV - U.S. Term Limits (USTL), the leader in the national, non-partisan movement to limit terms for elected officials, is gathering support from state lawmakers across the nation. Its mission is to get 34 states to apply for an amendment proposal convention specific to term limits on Congress. 2026 West Virginia house of delegates candidate, Wes  more

CAMDEN, New Jersey, Aug. 20 [Category: BizWater] -- American Water, a water and wastewater company, posted the following news release: * * * West Virginia American Water Invests $180,000 in East 4th Street Infrastructure * Charleston, W.Va., (August 20, 2025) - West Virginia American Water is pleased to announce a $180,000 infrastructure project on East 4 th Street in Belle, continuing its infrastructure upgrades in community. "Sound infrastructure is the foundation of safe, clean, and rel  more

BOONE, North Carolina, Aug. 19 [Category: Sociological] -- Appalachian Voices posted the following news release: * * * West Virginia groups urge Gov. Morrisey, Attorney General McCuskey to defend WV's Solar for All program award * August 19, 2025 CONTACT Dan Radmacher, dan@appvoices.org CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Today, a dozen West Virginia companies and organizations sent a letter to the offices of Gov. Patrick Morrisey and Attorney General J.B. McCuskey to call on them to push back on th  more

WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 21 (TNSjou) -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * Study finds coastal wetlands generate $90 million annually for Virginia communities Findings led to the development of SHORE-BET, an online tool that helps local planners and landowners weigh long-term benefits of shoreline strategies By John Wallace A new study led by William & Mary's Batten School & VIMS shows that tidal marshes, including both natural wetlands and man-made living shorelines, gen  more