FAIRFAX, Virginia, Nov. 11 -- George Mason University issued the following news: * * * Air Force veteran finds new mission in environmental science * In George Mason University's College of Science where nearly 16% of students are connected to the militaryAir Force veteran Rylee Ledoux is using her public health experience and passion for the environment to support fellow veterans and pursue a future in environmental science. A former Air Force public health technician, she now serves as the  more

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Nov. 11 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news: * * * Cappies Review: Hayfield Secondary School Rocks the Stage with an Energetic and Emotional Production of "American Idiot" * Fairfax County Public Schools students are talented actors, musicians, and visual artists. Many FCPS high schools participate in the Washington, D.C., chapter of the Critics and Awards Program for High School Theatre, otherwise known as the Cappies. The Cappies is a progra  more

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Nov. 12 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news: * * * FCPS This Week - November 12, 2025 * Students work together during a science class at Herndon High School. Please Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey FCPS is asking all families to complete a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available in SIS ParentVUE under Online Packets, which is in the upper right corner of the screen after logging in. Please complete the survey as soon as possib  more

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Highmark, a health insurance company, issued the following news release: * * * Highmark launches new (un)Hungry initiative across multi-state footprint * Continuation of the community-focused healthcare organizations' commitment to addressing food insecurity PITTSBURGH (November 12, 2025) - Highmark today announced the launch of (un)Hungry, an annual community movement to address food insecurity during the holidays. With planni  more

MCLEAN, Virginia, Nov. 13 -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release on Nov. 12, 2025: * * * Hilton Expands Luxury Portfolio with Signing of Signia by Hilton Tainan Signia by Hilton Tainan is expected to be the first Signia by Hilton to open in Asia Pacific in July 2026 * Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of Signia by Hilton Tainan in partnership with Forte Hotel Group. The newest brand in Hilton's luxury portfolio invites guests to experience the aura of di  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Nov. 13 -- The city of Alexandria issued the following news release on Nov. 11, 2025: * * * Historic Alexandria partners with 70 premier historic destinations in Virginia to launch first-of-its-kind statewide tourism journey in celebration of America's 250th The Virginia 250 Passport will offer prizes and discounts to historic sites and museums, encouraging individuals and families to explore and experience history together. * The City of Alexandria's Office of Histori  more

FRONT ROYAL, Virginia, Nov. 11 -- Christendom College posted the following news: * * * Leap of Faith Leads to "Best Week Ever" for St. Paul VI Senior * For St. Paul VI senior Rodrigo Jauregui, Christendom College was not even on his radar until two days before he unexpectedly arrived for the college's Best Week Ever high school summer program. Jauregui had only just heard of the school recently, thanks to his school chaplain who thought he would thrive at Christendom. But Jauregui had not se  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following news: * * * Newsweek: "For Democrats, Governors Have Provided (...) Sparks for Optimism During Trump's Second Term" * New reporting from Newsweek details the critical role Democratic governors are playing in leading the Democratic Party forward by standing up for the people of their states against the chaos in Washington and staying laser focused on the issues that matter most to the people they represent. The  more

LYNCHBURG, Virginia, Nov. 13 -- The University of Lynchburg issued the following news on Nov. 12, 2025: * * * Nursing seniors present research at Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance Six seniors from the University of Lynchburg's school of nursing were accepted to the Virginia Henderson Research Symposium, where they presented their research on Friday, Nov. 7. The symposium, organized by local nonprofit healthcare system Centra Health, is held annually and gives local nursing professionals a  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Nov. 12 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Olivia Landry's new book explores motherhood through the lens of modern film * By Sian Wilkerson Every mother is different - and so are their stories. In her new book, "Cinema of Crushing Motherhood: A New Feminist Cinema," Olivia Landry explores 21st-century films that put into focus the challenging reality of mothering. "Mothers have historically been - and to some extent, still are - re  more

SEATTLE, Washington, Nov. 12 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Amazon issued the following news: * * * Patrick Ryan's Buckeye Tops Amazon's Best Books of 2025 List * SEATTLENovember 12, 2025Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) today unveiled its Best Books of 2025 list. Patrick Ryan's Buckeye claims the No. 1 spot, chosen by the Amazon Editors for its captivating multigenerational storytelling. The top five also include Virginia Evans' The Correspondent, Nina Willner's The Boys in the Light, Ocean Vuong'  more

WATERTOWN, Massachusetts, Nov. 13 [Category: BizEngineering] -- Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc., a provider of transportation planning, engineering, design, land development and environmental services, posted the following news: * * * Paving the Way for Norfolk's Premier Resort and Casino * Boyd Gaming and the Pamunkey Indian Tribe celebrated the opening of The Interim Gaming Hall last week in Norfolk, Virginia. This milestone paves the way for the development of a new entertainment destinatio  more

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Nov. 12 -- George Mason University issued the following news: * * * Principal Registered Apprenticeship Program hopes to grow future school leaders * Research has shown that school leadership and student outcomes are strongly related: the better the leaders, the better the student outcomes. But as school districts struggle with teacher retention in the aftermath of COVID-era lockdowns, school divisions are facing a drought in their hiring pools for school leaders. Now, t  more

MCLEAN, Virginia, Nov. 13 -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release: * * * Signia by Hilton's Portfolio Set to Double by 2028 as Growth Momentum Builds Around the World Hilton's approachable luxury brand introduces stylish design, cosmopolitan amenities and elevated service to new markets worldwide * Signia by Hilton, Hilton's portfolio of exceptional hotels in gateway cities and resort destinations, is entering a pivotal phase of growth, with new openings set to double  more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Nov. 13 (TNSjou) -- The University of Virginia issued the following research news: * * * Conflict with fathers and friends speeds up aging By Jane Kelly, jak4g@virginia.edu A new University of Virginia study has found aggression in young people predicts accelerated biological aging later in life. Specifically, 13-year-olds who are hostile with their friends and struggle with relationships, and in particular with their fathers, look older when they are 30. Psycho  more

HERNDON, Virginia, Nov. 13 -- Volkswagen Group of America issued the following news release on Nov. 12, 2025: * * * Volkswagen announces access to Tesla Supercharger network and availability of NACS DC adapter * Starting November 18th, Volkswagen ID.4 and ID. Buzz owners will be able to access the Tesla Supercharger network of 25,000 compatible DC fast chargers across North America, vastly increasing access and choice for Level 3 charging * Volkswagen's DC fast-charging adapter for North Ame  more

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Nov. 13 -- West Virginia State Treasurer Larry Pack issued the following news release on Nov. 12, 2025: * * * Treasurer Pack Adds Santander Bank to Restricted Financial Institutions List Nine Banks Ineligible to Provide Banking Services to West Virginia * State Treasurer Larry Pack today announced he has added Santander Bank to the West Virginia Treasury's Restricted Financial Institution (RFI) List after determining the institution is engaged in boycotts of foss  more

MCLEAN, Virginia, Nov. 13 -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release: * * * Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts Enters a New Era of Legendary Hospitality The grand return of Waldorf Astoria New York sets the stage for the brand's next chapter of global openings * With the return of Waldorf Astoria New York, Hilton's flagship luxury brand ushers in a new era defined by cultural cachet and an expanded global footprint. The legendary Park Avenue landmark has officially opened   more

CAMDEN, New Jersey, Nov. 13 -- American Water, a water and wastewater company, issued the following news release: * * * West Virginia American Water Continues Henry Street Upgrades with $345,000 Investment Princeton, W.Va., (November 12, 2025) - West Virginia American Water is pleased to announce it is continuing its upgrades on Henry Street in Princeton with a $345,000 investment to replace 840 feet of aging pipe. "At West Virginia American Water, we are committed to investing in the commu  more

MORGANTOWN, West Virginia, Nov. 13 -- West Virginia University issued the following news: * * * With support from WVU Health Sciences, WVPEC and Benedum Foundation announce statewide Teacher Innovation Grant recipients The West Virginia Public Education Collaborative, housed at West Virginia University, and the Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation will continue their efforts to support passionate teachers across the Mountain State who create innovative learning experiences for their students  more

MORGANTOWN, West Virginia, Nov. 13 -- West Virginia University issued the following news: * * * WVU Cyber launches to affirm University commitment in addressing security, workforce and economic challenges In a collaborative effort, West Virginia University colleges, departments and units are coming together to form WVU Cyber -- a first-of-its-kind interdisciplinary initiative that unites different types of cyber-related research and study across the WVU System to tackle security, economic and  more