WASHINGTON, Aug. 27 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following news: * * * "The Year of the National Security Mom": Abigail Spanberger and Mikie Sherrill are the "Emerging Model of Leader" * Today, the New York Times Opinion section highlighted how Abigail Spanberger and Mikie Sherrill's national security backgrounds have provided them with exceptional credentials to be strong leaders for their states. Both Spanberger and Sherrill have been relentlessly focused on making li  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 27 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * 94% of VCU community members feel safe on campus Annual survey influences public safety operations for the new academic year, with pedestrian safety and nighttime police visibility in the spotlight. * By Jake Burns VCU Police The overwhelming majority - 94% - of community members at Virginia Commonwealth University reported feeling "safe" or "very safe" on campus, according to the 2025 Percep  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 28 -- The Republican Party of Virginia issued the following news: * * * Abigail Spanberger Admits She Would Turn Virginia Into Sanctuary State for Violent Criminal Illegal Aliens Abigail Spanberger, famous for failing to take a firm stance on the most important issues to Virginia voters, finally made clear one action she will take if elected governor: turning Virginia into a sanctuary state for violent criminal illegal aliens just like California and New York. Accord  more

HAMPTON, Virginia, Aug. 28 -- Hampton University issued the following news: * * * As a Nationwide Financial Aid Crisis Looms, Hampton University is Leading the Way in Affordability, Tackling Challenges with Resolve Hampton, Va (August 27, 2025) - While families nationwide face rising tuition costs and delays in financial aid, Hampton University recognizes these challenges and has met them with sympathy and resolve. Despite the national financial aid crisis, through enhanced processes, expand  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 27 [Category: BizMedia] -- PBS posted the following news release: * * * CELEBRATE HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH 2025 WITH PBS * PBS Highlights New PBS KIDS Episodes from ALMA'S WAY and ROSIE'S RULES, Four Primetime Premieres - Among Them the Spanish-Language Series VELVET and the 38th HISPANIC HERITAGE AWARDS, and Returning Favorites Throughout the Heritage Month ARLINGTON, VA; August 27, 2025 -- This Hispanic Heritage Month, PBS invites viewers to celebrate the vibra  more

FRONT ROYAL, Virginia, Aug. 26 -- Christendom College posted the following news: * * * Christendom College Launches 2025-26 Academic Year * Christendom College officially launched its 2025-26 academic year over the weekend of August 22-24, welcoming 171 new students to campus. This fall's incoming class includes 160 freshmen and seven transfer students, hailing from across the United States. Incoming freshmen achieved an average SAT score of 1250, with 74% earning academic scholarships. Ne  more

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Aug. 27 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news: * * * FCPS This Week - August 27, 2025 * Students work together in Annette Ali-Fahey's third grade class at Bush Hill Elementary School. Remember to Complete Permission Forms for School Resources Families can easily grant permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. Opt your child in or out of a variety of online educational tool  more

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Aug. 28 -- George Mason University issued the following campus news: * * * George Mason expands access to VAST semiconductor certificate program By Paola Duran George Mason University's state-of-the-art Nanofabrication Facility cleanroom on the Science and Technology Campus in Manassas, Virginia is set to transform workforce preparation in one of the nation's most critical technology sectors. Beginning fall 2025, the facility's class 1000 cleanroom will host the Semiconduc  more

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Aug. 28 -- The George Mason University College of Public Health issued the following news: * * * AI Can Save Lives--But Only If We Guide It By Katie Pearce Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a shimmer in the distance. In public health, it's already transforming the ways we predict and detect disease, deliver care, and make life-or-death decisions. The promise is enormous: AI can scan massive datasets in seconds, spot patterns no human would catch, and deliver faste  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 27 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * How VCU's reimagined University College will serve all students, regardless of major or academic home Focused on innovation and interdisciplinary education, the newly relaunched college positions VCU as a national leader in reimagining higher education. * By Brian McNeill This fall semester, Virginia Commonwealth University has reimagined University College, bringing together Interdisciplinary   more

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Aug. 28 -- West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner issued the following news release on Aug. 27, 2025: * * * J.Q. Dickinson Salt Works CEO Nancy Bruns joins Secretary Warner for "Just Three Questions!" to discuss agriculture opportunities in West Virginia During a recent episode of "Just Three Questions!", Nancy Bruns, co-founder and CEO of J.Q. Dickinson Salt Works, and WV Secretary of State Kris Warner discussed salt harvesting and how the state is uniquely po  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 27 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * National event at VCU focuses on supporting student parents, student veterans The American Council on Education event brought together leaders across sectors to discuss ways to improve student success at colleges and universities across Virginia. * By Brian McNeill Leaders in higher education, business, state government and nonprofit organizations, as well as a number of students from across Vi  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 27 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * RADICAL DUO: Spanberger and Vindman's Dangerous Plan * Democrat Abigail Spanberger, backed by her radical ally Eugene Vindman, is plotting to turn Virginia into a sanctuary state for violent illegal criminals. Vindman and Spanberger want to shield illegal immigrants from deportation, even if they've committed violent crimes. "It's no surprise that Democrat Abigail Spanberger is teaming  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 27 -- The Republican Party of Virginia issued the following news on Aug. 26, 2025: * * * Republican Party of Virginia Relaunches "Secure Your Vote Virginia" in Statewide Get-Out-The-Vote Push Program Relaunches Ahead of the Start of Early Voting on September 19 and On the Heels of RSLC, RAGA, and RPV Announced Initiatives * The Republican Party of Virginia (RPV) today announced the relaunch of Secure Your Vote Virginia with early voting set to start across the Comm  more

COLUMBIA, Maryland, Aug. 28 -- TEDCO, the Maryland Technology Development Corp., issued the following news release on Aug. 27, 2025: * * * TEDCO Announces the Release of the Request for Proposals for the Community Development Financial Institutions Technical Assistance Services in Maryland, Delaware, Virginia and the District of Columbia Proposal submissions due by October 1, 2025 * TEDCO, Maryland's economic engine for technology companies, announced the republication of a Request for Prop  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 27 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Newly named PASS program offers invaluable peer-based academic support Peer Assisted Study Sessions create small environments where students can collaborate, ask questions and interact with others. * A Virginia Commonwealth University program that connects students with their peers for academic support has a new name as its footprint continues to expand. Formerly known as the Supplemental Instr  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 27 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Patient practice: Simulation training prepares medical students for real patients The School of Medicine's Center for Human Simulation and Patient Safety teaches students to navigate uncomfortable, intimidating and impactful patient interactions that come with being a physician. * By Grace McOmber, School of Medicine It's the second week of orientation, and new students in the Virginia Commonwe  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 27 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Summer internship at Dominion reflects family spirit and energy Ahead of his sophomore year at VCU, Anthony Jacinto confirms his connection to mechanical engineering. * By Leila Ugincius It seems fitting that Anthony Jacinto's summer internship was with Dominion Energy. After all, he is the son of an electrician. "My dad inspired me by showing the value of skilled, detail-oriented work that br  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 27 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Urban studies and rural health care come together for Nonso Akunwafor The Wilder School senior brought strategic thinking and mapping skills to a summer internship in Chicago. * By Haley Tenore Nonso Akunwafor applied to colleges intending to become an architect, but his academic blueprint changed at Virginia Commonwealth University. This summer, the senior connected his major - urban and regio  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 28 -- The Republican Party of Virginia issued the following news: * * * Virginia Democrats: Crossing Border Illegally, Violating U.S. Sovereignty "Not a Crime" In a stunning display of her far-left sympathies, Virginia Democrat Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan declared this week that crossing the U.S. border illegally and violating American sovereignty is "not a crime." In doing so, Congresswoman McClellan repeated one of the progressive movement's most egregious and   more

ETTRICK, Virginia, Aug. 28 (TNSjou) -- Virginia State University issued the following news: * * * Virginia State University Professor's Research Shows Link Between Redlining And Youth Violence In Richmond The study found that historic redlining still influences Richmond neighborhoods, with female youth disproportionately affected by violent injuries. * Research by Virginia State University Psychology Professor Dr. Samuel West, in collaboration with Virginia Commonwealth University, recently  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 28 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Hot water, hidden risks: Experts explain why Legionella persists in U.S. water systems By Melody Warnick An outbreak of Legionnaires' disease in New York City this August has sickened more than 100 people and left five dead. Nationwide, reported cases of this severe form of pneumonia have risen significantly over the last 25 years, with most occurring in summer and fall. Virginia Tech experts Amy Pruden and Ki  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 28 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Research probes AI's role in helping social workers make crucial decisions Sanmay Das digs into his latest research at this fall's first 'Tech on Tap.' By Noah Frank In the discussion around artificial intelligence (AI) and automation, Sanmay Das has found one constant: While many people believe that some jobs can be replaced by AI, they believe that their own job is far too nuanced and complex to be handed ove  more