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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Virginia Newsletter for Thursday August 28, 2025 ( 55 items )  

"The Year of the National Security Mom": Abigail Spanberger and Mikie Sherrill are the "Emerging Model of Leader"
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

'May the Forks Be With You': PETA Asks George Lucas to Make New Museum of Narrative Art Restaurant Servings 100% Vegan
NORFOLK, Virginia, Aug. 27 [Category: Animals] -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * 'May the Forks Be With You': PETA Asks George Lucas to Make New Museum of Narrative Art Restaurant Servings 100% Vegan * Los Angeles - As the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art nears completion in Exposition Park, Los Angeles, PETA today sent a letter to legendary director George Lucas--who's curating the collection himself--urging him to serve 100% vegan food at   more

2 Huntington Men Plead Guilty to Fentanyl Crimes
CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Aug. 28 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of West Virginia posted the following news release on Aug. 26, 2025: * * * Two Huntington Men Plead Guilty to Fentanyl Crimes HUNTINGTON, W.Va. - Today, Anthony Jackson, also known as "Snake," 59, of Huntington, pleaded guilty to distribution of a quantity of fentanyl and Brian Lee Moore, also known as "Pooter," 37, of Huntington, pleaded guilty to aiding and abetting the distribution of a quantity  more

2 Men Sentenced and Third Man Pleads Guilty in Separate Schemes to Transport Contraband Into FCI McDowell With Drones
CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Aug. 28 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of West Virginia posted the following news release on Aug. 26, 2025: * * * Two Men Sentenced and Third Man Pleads Guilty in Separate Schemes to Transport Contraband into FCI McDowell with Drones BLUEFIELD, W.Va. - Hector Luis Gomez DeJesus, 32, of Sanford, North Carolina, and Raymond Luis Saez Aviles, 37, of Poinciana, Florida, were each sentenced today to three years of probation, including two mo  more

94% of VCU Community Members Feel Safe on Campus
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

Abigail Spanberger Admits She Would Turn Virginia Into Sanctuary State for Violent Criminal Illegal Aliens
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

Air Force Cyber Contract to DecisionPoint Upheld by GAO Despite Protest
WASHINGTON, Aug. 27 -- The Government Accountability Office has denied a protest from Centuria Corp., Reston, Virginia, regarding a contract awarded by the U.S. Air Force. The protest concerned a task order for defensive cyber support services issued to DecisionPoint Corp., a service-disabled veteran-owned small business from Gaithersburg, Maryland. Centuria argued that the Air Force improperly held discussions with the awardee without giving other bidders an opportunity to submit a revised pro  more

Army explores housing solutions to boost readiness, quality of life
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Aug. 27 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * Army explores housing solutions to boost readiness, quality of life * ARLINGTON, Virginia - To further improve the living standards for Soldiers and their families, Army leaders met with industry housing partners during the 2025 Privatized Housing Council Aug. 12-13 in Pentagon City.  The Army Privatized Housing Council, or APHC, is held annually and bring  more

Army Unveils New Lightweight Field Ration
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 27 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association of the U.S. Army posted the following news: * * * Army Unveils New Lightweight Field Ration * Troops now have a lightweight, nutrient-dense individual field ration available through the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support, according to an Army news release. "We have a longstanding saying in the food world that it's not nutrition if it's not eaten," Erin Gaffney-Stomberg, combat feeding division chief at the U.S  more

As a Nationwide Financial Aid Crisis Looms, Hampton University is Leading the Way in Affordability, Tackling Challenges With Resolve
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

Barely Half Of Metro Areas Add Construction Jobs From July 2024 To July 2025; Association To Unveil Survey Finding Firms Struggle To Fill Openings
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 27 [Category: Construction] -- Associated General Contractors of America posted the following news release: * * * Barely Half Of Metro Areas Add Construction Jobs From July 2024 To July 2025; Association To Unveil Survey Finding Firms Struggle To Fill Openings * Arlington-Alexandria-Reston, Va.-W.Va. and Las Cruces, N.M. Again Lead in Number and Percentage of Yearly Job Gains, While Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, Calif. and Niles, Mich. Have Worst Declines Just   more

Beckley Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug Crime
CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Aug. 28 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of West Virginia posted the following news release on Aug. 27, 2025: * * * Beckley Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug Crime BECKLEY, W.Va. - Roger Lee Cousins, 50, of Beckley, pleaded guilty today to distribution of cocaine. According to court documents and statements made in court, on November 8, 2024, Cousins sold approximately 14.66 grams of cocaine to a confidential informant in Beckley. As par  more

Capito Statement on Passing of Justice Tim Armstead
WASHINGTON, Aug. 26 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Capito Statement on Passing of Justice Tim Armstead * CHARLESTON, W.Va. - Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) released the below statement on the passing of Tim Armstead, Justice of the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia: "Our hearts are broken to learn of the passing of our dear friend, Justice Tim Armstead. He was compassionate, gentle, strong, and a loyal le  more

CELEBRATE HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH 2025 WITH PBS
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

Christendom College Launches 2025-26 Academic Year
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

Congresswoman McClellan to Join Advocates, Doctors and Community Members in Tazewell as Republican Medicaid Cuts Threaten to Close Rural Hospitals Across the Commonwealth
WASHINGTON, Aug. 27 -- Rep. Jennifer McClellan, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman McClellan to Join Advocates, Doctors and Community Members in Tazewell as Republican Medicaid Cuts Threaten to Close Rural Hospitals Across the Commonwealth * TAZEWELL, Va. -- On Thursday, Aug. 28 at 1 p.m., U.S. Rep. Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) will join advocates, doctors and community members at Tazewell County Public Library to sound the alarm on the recently-passed Republica  more

Danville Woman Sentenced for Health Care Fraud
ROANOKE, Virginia, Aug. 28 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Virginia posted the following news release on Aug. 27, 2025: * * * Danville Woman Sentenced for Health Care Fraud Jacquelyn Farrish Stole Over $116,000 from Medicaid; Will Serve Five Years' Probation * DANVILLE, Va. - A Danville, Virginia woman, who claimed to receive almost 10,000 hours of personal care services from her estranged husband but never actually received those services, resulting in a loss  more

DCSA Services Transition to Cloud as Part of TW 2.0
QUANTICO, Virginia, Aug. 27 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency issued the following news: * * * DCSA services transition to Cloud as part of TW 2.0 The Defense Information System for Security (DISS) will begin migration to the cloud this weekend as part of the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency's (DCSA) "Cloud Smart" strategy under the National Background Investigation Services (NBIS). This transition aligns with the Department   more

Drug Task Forces Making a Positive Impact in Communities Throughout the Northern District of West Virginia
CLARKSBURG, West Virginia, Aug. 28 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of West Virginia posted the following news release: * * * Drug Task Forces Making a Positive Impact in Communities Throughout the Northern District of West Virginia ELKINS, WEST VIRGINIA - Acting United States Attorney Randolph J. Bernard is applauding the great work of the drug task forces in the Northern District of West Virginia. The nine (9) drug task forces have seized more than 27 kilograms   more

EconSys Protest Dismissed After Failing to Follow Procedure for National Park Service Contract
WASHINGTON, Aug. 27 -- A protest filed by Economic Systems Inc. (EconSys), Vienna, Virginia, challenging a sole-source contract for software licenses has been dismissed by the Government Accountability Office. The U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service intended to award the contract to Government Retirements and Benefits Inc. (GRB), Alexandria, Virginia. EconSys argued that the sole-source award to GRB was improper because EconSys offers a product with identical functionality. Th  more

FCPS This Week - August 27, 2025
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

Florida Imperial Bag & Paper Workers Vote to Remove Teamsters but Union Officials Seeking to Overturn Election Result
SPRINGFIELD, Virginia, Aug. 27 -- The National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation posted the following news release: * * * Florida Imperial Bag & Paper Workers Vote to Remove Teamsters but Union Officials Seeking to Overturn Election Result * Teamsters officials trying to disenfranchise Orlando-area workers who voted to end union representation Orlando, FL (August 27, 2025) - Teamsters union officials are moving forward in their attempt to overturn a vote by the majority of Orlando-ar  more

Food Allergy Emergency Care Plan Empowers Self-Care and Reduces Health Care Costs
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 28 -- The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America issued the following news release: * * * NEW: Food Allergy Emergency Care Plan Empowers Self-Care and Reduces Health Care Costs AAFA leads research on serious allergic reaction known as anaphylaxis * The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) announces the availability of the first validated food allergy anaphylaxis action plan (https://aafa.org/allergies/allergy-treatments/anaphylaxis-action-plan/), inclu  more

Former FAA Contractor Sentenced for Illegally Acting as an Agent of the Iranian Government
WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia posted the following news release on Aug. 26, 2025: * * * Former FAA Contractor Sentenced for Illegally Acting as an Agent of the Iranian Government Abouzar Rahmati, 43, a naturalized U.S. citizen and resident of Great Falls, Virginia, was sentenced today in U.S. District Court to 12 months in federal prison for acting as an illegal agent of the Iranian government in the United States, announced U.S. Attorney   more

George Mason Expands Access to VAST Semiconductor Certificate Program
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

George Mason University College of Public Health: AI Can Save Lives--But Only If We Guide It
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

Grateful leukemia patient thanks care team, paints butterfly mural
NORFOLK, Virginia, Aug. 27 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sentara Healthcare posted the following news: * * * Grateful leukemia patient thanks care team, paints butterfly mural * As she lay in her hospital bed, Susan Kressel looked at a whiteboard which said, 'Goals: to be healed'. "I heard a voice, a spirit, say, 'You're already healed. You're here for the people who are going to cross your path,'" said Kressel, who spent 70 consecutive days on the cancer unit at Sentara Norfolk General Hospi  more

House Democrats Sound the Alarm on the Impact of the 'Big, Ugly Law' On Student Borrowers
WASHINGTON, Aug. 27 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, ranking member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on Aug. 26, 2025: * * * House Democrats Sound the Alarm on the Impact of the 'Big, Ugly Law' On Student Borrowers Ranking Member Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (VA-03), House Committee on Education and Workforce led 53 of his colleagues in a letter to the Department of Education (ED or the Department) urging the Department to account for the harm R  more

How VCU's Reimagined University College Will Serve All Students, Regardless of Major or Academic Home
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

Human Rights Campaign and Equality Virginia Join Forces to Boost Virginia Pro-Equality Candidates
WASHINGTON, Aug. 27 [Category: Political] -- The Human Rights Campaign posted the following news release: * * * Human Rights Campaign and Equality Virginia Join Forces to Boost Virginia Pro-Equality Candidates * WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, the Human Rights Campaign PAC (HRC PAC) and Equality Virginia PAC (EV PAC) announced their endorsements of candidates running in Virginia in races for Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, and the House of Delegates. Virginia's pro-equality legislature h  more

ICYMI: AFP Leading the Charge: Grassroots Power Connecting Americans to the Facts on OBBBA
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 27 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * ICYMI: AFP Leading the Charge: Grassroots Power Connecting Americans to the Facts on OBBBA * # Aug 27, 2025 by AFP Arlington, VA - Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has been leading the charge with events and rallies mobilizing grassroots supporters and connecting Americans nationwide to the facts about the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) - correcting misinformation  more

ICYMI: Vindman Tours Gordonsville School & Local Businesses, Meets with Town Leadership
WASHINGTON, Aug. 27 -- Rep. Eugene Vindman, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Vindman Tours Gordonsville School & Local Businesses, Meets with Town Leadership * WASHINGTON, D.C. -- On Monday, August 25, Congressman Eugene Vindman (Va.-07) spent the day in Gordonsville, Virginia, engaging with local business owners, meeting with town leadership, and touring an Orange County public school. Vindman participated in a tour of Horton Vineyards, visited small businesses   more

Maryland Woman Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy to Commit Healthcare Fraud
ROANOKE, Virginia, Aug. 28 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Virginia posted the following news release on Aug. 27, 2025: * * * Maryland Woman Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy to Commit Healthcare Fraud Carolyn Bryant-Taylor is the First Co-Conspirator to Plead Guilty * LYNCHBURG, Va. - The former director and one of the corporate officers for 1st Adult N Pediatrics Healthcare pled guilty yesterday to conspiring with others to commit federal healthcare fraud. Carol  more

National Event at VCU Focuses on Supporting Student Parents, Student Veterans
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

Photo Op: 'Vegan Cheese Is Magical!' Cutest Unicorn Ever to Hand Out Free Pizza from PETA in Orlando
NORFOLK, Virginia, Aug. 27 [Category: Animals] -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * Photo Op: 'Vegan Cheese Is Magical!' Cutest Unicorn Ever to Hand Out Free Pizza from PETA in Orlando * Orlando, Fla. - On Friday, PETA supporters and an adorable, giant unicorn will prove just how magical vegan pizza can be by handing out free slices covered in tasty, gooey dairy-free cheese outside Domino's on International Drive. The piping-hot promo is par  more

Photo Op: 'Vegan Cheese Is Magical!' Cutest Unicorn Ever to Hand Out Free Pizza from PETA in St. George
NORFOLK, Virginia, Aug. 27 [Category: Animals] -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * Photo Op: 'Vegan Cheese Is Magical!' Cutest Unicorn Ever to Hand Out Free Pizza from PETA in St. George * St. George, Utah - On Friday, PETA supporters and an adorable, giant unicorn will prove just how magical vegan pizza can be by handing out free slices covered in tasty, gooey dairy-free cheese outside Domino's on South Bluff Street. The piping-hot promo i  more

RADICAL DUO: Spanberger and Vindman's Dangerous Plan
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

Ranking Member Scott Releases New Report on Trump Administration's Attacks on Disability Community
WASHINGTON, Aug. 27 (NTSrep) -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, ranking member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Ranking Member Scott Releases New Report on Trump Administration's Attacks on Disability Community Today, Ranking Member Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (VA-03), House Committee on Education and Workforce, released a new report entitled "Living Independently, Participating Fully: Defending Against the Trump Administration's Attacks o  more

REMINDER | NCUA to Host Strategic Plan Town Hall on September 9
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Aug. 27 -- The National Credit Union Administration issued the following news release: * * * REMINDER | NCUA to Host Strategic Plan Town Hall on September 9 * Credit Union Input Requested for Upcoming NCUA Strategic Plan ALEXANDRIA, VA (August 27, 2025) - The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) will host a Strategic Plan Town Hall on Tuesday, September 9 starting at 2 p.m. Eastern. The virtual event invites credit union industry stakeholders to provide input o  more

Republican Party of Virginia Relaunches "Secure Your Vote Virginia" in Statewide Get-Out-The-Vote Push
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

Roadless Rule Repeal Threatens Wildlife, Indigenous Communities, Water, Sporting Traditions
MERRIFIELD, Virginia, Aug. 27 [Category: Environment] -- The National Wildlife Federation posted the following news release: * * * Roadless Rule Repeal Threatens Wildlife, Indigenous Communities, Water, Sporting Traditions * DENVER -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's proposed repeal of the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule threatens wildlife, clean water, Indigenous communities, hunting, angling, and other outdoor recreation across nearly 60 million acres of national forests across th  more

Scott, Bonamici Scrutinize Harms and Cost of Proposed USDA Reorganization
WASHINGTON, Aug. 22 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, ranking member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Scott, Bonamici Scrutinize Harms and Cost of Proposed USDA Reorganization This proposal occurs as families and farmers suffer critical food program disruptions because of failed Trump Administration policies. Ranking Member Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (VA-03), House Committee on Education and Workforce, and Early Childhood, Elementary, a  more

Sentara Molecular Laboratory chosen for National Cancer Institute treatment trials
NORFOLK, Virginia, Aug. 27 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sentara Healthcare posted the following news: * * * Sentara Molecular Laboratory chosen for National Cancer Institute treatment trials * The National Cancer Institute (NCI), part of the National Institutes of Health, has designated the Sentara Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital for participation in the nationwide ComboMATCH cancer trial. ComboMATCH is a precision medicine initiative which evaluates new   more

Texas Man Pleads Guilty to Damaging Bluefield Federal Building
CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Aug. 28 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of West Virginia posted the following news release on Aug. 26, 2025: * * * Texas Man Pleads Guilty to Damaging Bluefield Federal Building BLUEFIELD, W.Va. - Will Adrian Samuels, 48, of Jefferson, Texas, pleaded guilty today to destruction of government property. According to court documents and statements made in court, on November 19, 2023, Samuels repeatedly threw objects at two glass exterior d  more

U.S. Marine Corps and Navy leaders foster Indo-Pacific partnership during USS Vermont (SSN 792) tour
CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Aug. 26 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: * * * U.S. Marine Corps and Navy leaders foster Indo-Pacific partnership during USS Vermont (SSN 792) tour * The commanding officer of 3d Marine Littoral Regiment (MLR), 3d Marine Division, and the commodore of commander, Submarine Squadron 1 (CSS 1) strengthened inter-service cooperation during a familiarization tour aboard the Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Vermont (SSN  more

USARIEM Researchers Hunt for Biological Indicators of Heat Stress Risk
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Aug. 26 -- Defense Health Agency issued the following news: * * * USARIEM Researchers Hunt for Biological Indicators of Heat Stress Risk * FORT DETRICK, Md. - Heat-related injuries are a persistent threat for warfighters, especially during ruck marches and timed runs. Physiologists have long sought to understand why some people are able to withstand the effects of heat for longer periods, while others of the same age and physical condition are prone to experiencing po  more

VCU: Newly Named PASS Program Offers Invaluable Peer-based Academic Support
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

VCU: Patient Practice: Simulation Training Prepares Medical Students for Real Patients
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

VCU: Summer Internship at Dominion Reflects Family Spirit and Energy
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

VCU: Urban Studies and Rural Health Care Come Together for Nonso Akunwafor
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

Virginia Democrats: Crossing Border Illegally, Violating U.S. Sovereignty "Not a Crime"
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

Virginia State University Professor's Research Shows Link Between Redlining And Youth Violence In Richmond
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

Virginia Tech: Hot Water, Hidden Risks - Experts Explain Why Legionella Persists in U.S. Water Systems
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

Virginia Tech: Research Probes AI's Role in Helping Social Workers Make Crucial Decisions
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

Walking Dead Production Driver Defends Victory over Teamsters for Unlawful Discrimination in Rigged "Hiring Hall"
SPRINGFIELD, Virginia, Aug. 27 -- The National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation posted the following news release: * * * Walking Dead Production Driver Defends Victory over Teamsters for Unlawful Discrimination in Rigged "Hiring Hall" * # Virginia-based driver asks National Labor Relations Board to order notification and compensation of other victims of Teamsters' discriminatory scheme Washington, DC (August 27, 2025) - Terringus Walker, a transportation employee for Virginia-based m  more