NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 29 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Tennessee Bar Association posted the following commentary blog: * * * ABA Settles Lawsuit That Alleged Racial Discrimination * The American Bar Association (ABA) has settled a lawsuit brought by a nonprofit, which alleged that its law school scholarship program was discriminatory, according to Bloomberg Law. In a filing Monday, the ABA said it will refrain from using race or ethnicity to determine scholarship eligibility. The ABA's  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 29 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Tennessee Bar Association posted the following commentary blog: * * * ACLU Challenges Denial of Fingerprint Testing in Death Row Case * The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) is challenging Tennessee's denial of fingerprint testing for death row inmate Tony Carruthers, who is scheduled to be executed May 21, NewsChannel 5 reports. The ACLU, the ACLU of Tennessee and Quarles & Brady LLP filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday seeking acc  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 29 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-TN Calls Out Nashville Mayor O'Connell's Grocery Tax Gimmick * NASHVILLE- Americans for Prosperity Tennessee (AFP-TN) is calling out Mayor Freddie O'Connell's grocery tax gimmick, touting a half-cent cut to local grocery taxes as an attempt at relief for Nashvillians. The move comes one year after hundreds of Nashville taxpayers lined the streets outside the State o  more

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, April 29 [Category: BizHospital] -- St. Jude Children's Research Hospital issued the following news release: * * * AI-assisted approach identifies IRS4 as a promising drug target in multiple solid tumors * Published today in Science Advances, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital scientists used a mix of genetic cancer dependency data, artificial intelligence (AI) and naturally occurring mutations to prioritize safer cancer drug targets. They focused their efforts on targ  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 29 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Tennessee Bar Association posted the following commentary blog: * * * Appellate Section Hosting Free Webinar on Redaction Requirements * Effective July 1, lawyers will have to comply with new redaction rules for filings in Tennessee's appellate courts. The TBA Appellate Practice Section will host a free webinar on the new rules and how they will significantly change the process for writing and filing briefs with the Tennessee Court  more

RALEIGH, North Carolina, April 29 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jeff Jackson Pushes for Changes to Lower Prescription Drug Costs Attorney General Jeff Jackson and a bipartisan group of attorneys general are pushing the U.S. Department of Labor to help lower prescription drug costs by requiring more transparency from pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). "People should be able to afford their medications, and they can't   more

CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee, April 29 -- Austin Peay State University posted the following news: * * * Austin Peay State University's College of Business achieves AACSB accreditation The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) has announced that Austin Peay State University's (APSU) College of Business has earned AACSB accreditation, a distinction held by less than 6% of business schools worldwide.  AACSB is the premier global accrediting body for business education and is   more

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, April 30 -- Baker Donelson, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Baker Donelson Announces 16 Newly Elected Shareholders Baker Donelson has elected 16 new shareholders across the Firm. The new shareholders and their primary areas of practice and office locations are: * Daniel Abrams (Health Law; Washington, D.C.) * Tyler P. Bishop (Intellectual Property; Atlanta, Georgia) * Jordan Corbitt (Government Solutions and Public Funding; Houston, Texas) * Jean-L  more

CLINTON, South Carolina, April 28 -- Presbyterian College posted the following news: * * * Beloved Presbyterian College professor Dr. Ann Stidham remembered for lifelong impact on students, colleagues * Professor Emerita of Psychology shaped generations through mentorship, experiential teaching, and deep personal connection Presbyterian College is mourning the loss of one of its most influential educators, Dr. Ann Barthold Stidham, a longtime professor of psychology whose legacy spans near  more

LEXINGTON, Kentucky, April 28 -- The Bluegrass Institute issued the following commentary on April 27, 2026, by CEO Caleb O. Brown, Gary W. Houchens, director of the Educational Leadership Doctoral Program at Western Kentucky University, and John Garen, professor emeritus of economics at the Gatton College of the University of Kentucky: * * * Would Jacqueline Coleman bring sound education policy into the governor's office? Coleman could be amenable to dismantling some regulatory barriers to ed  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 29 -- Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Basic Sciences posted the following news: * * * Celebrating appointments and promotions in the School of Medicine Basic Sciences: January-March 2026 * The Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Basic Sciences community is made up of scientists and researchers who demonstrate their steadfast commitment, innovative thinking, and passion for advancing knowledge about human biology, health, and disease each day. We ex  more

WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tennessee, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Cohen Blasts Supreme Court's Gutting of the Voting Rights Act * Says decision turns democracy on its head and undermines representation WASHINGTON - Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) reviewed Wednesday's 6-3 U.S. Supreme Court ruling weakening a provision of the landmark Voting Rights Act and made the following statement: "We've been expecting this decision. I'm disappointed that the   more

WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tennessee, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Cohen to Hold Press Conference on Supreme Court's Louisiana v. Callais Ruling and its Potential Impact on Tennessee * WASHINGTON - Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9), the only Democrat in the Tennessee Congressional Delegation will hold a press conference today at 3:30 p.m. to discuss the impact of the Supreme Court's Voting Rights Act ruling in Louisiana v. Callais and candidate for Gover  more

WASHINGTON, April 28 -- Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tennessee, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Cohen Welcomes King Charles' Invocation of U.S.-U.K. Shared Values * Address to a joint session of Congress WASHINGTON - Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) attended an address by Britain's King Charles III to a joint session of Congress today and made the following statement: "King Charles underscored the shared values of our two countries while invoking our long history of mutual aid   more

ATLANTA, Georgia, April 29 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Constangy, Brooks, Smith and Prophete, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Constangy Adds Two Attorneys, Strengthening Employment Litigation Practice in Los Angeles * Constangy is pleased to announce that Aaron Carpenter has joined the firm as senior counsel and Alex Valle has joined as an associate attorney, bolstering the firm's Employment Litigation practice in Los Angeles. Meet the Attorneys Aaron Carpenter Aa  more

WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Sen. Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, issued the following news release: * * * Crapo Joins Bipartisan Group of Lawmakers to Introduce Legislation to Extend the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program for Seven Years * Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senator Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) joined U.S. Senators Dave McCormick (R-Pennsylvania), Tina Smith (D-Minnesota), Thom Tillis (R-North Carolina) and Ruben Gallego (D-Arizona) to introduce the bipartisan?Terrorism Risk Insurance Program (TRIA) Reauthorizat  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 29 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Tennessee Bar Association posted the following commentary blog: * * * CVS Threatens Suit Over PBM Pharmacy Bill * CVS Health is threatening to sue Tennessee after both the House and Senate gave bipartisan approval to a bill requiring pharmacy benefit managers to divest from pharmacies they manage, the Tennessean reports. Pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) are third parties that manage prescription drug benefits. Audits have found PBM  more

YPSILANTI, Michigan, April 30 -- Eastern Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Eastern Michigan University Forensics honors its storied history with another top national finish Written by: Melissa Thrasher Known for their commanding performances and competitive grit, Eastern Michigan University's Forensics team once again proved why they are a powerhouse in collegiate forensics. The team delivered another standout season on the national stage, earning a sixth-place finish at t  more

NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, April 29 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Entergy posted the following news release: * * * Entergy Mississippi charges up Greenville and Cleveland * Newest electric vehicle fast-charging stations expand drivers' options in the state Electric vehicle drivers in the Mississippi Delta now have more options for keeping their vehicles charged and on the road. Entergy Mississippi recently installed new EV fast-charging stations in Cleveland and Greenville. The newest sites expand  more

WASHINGTON, April 29 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: * * * EPA Announces $80 Million in Funding to Protect Waterways from Sewage Overflows * U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of approximately $80 million through the Sewer Overflow and Stormwater Reuse Municipal Grant program to help communities address stormwater and sewer infrastructure needs. These grants will strengthen systems that safely capture and manage sto  more

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 30 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * FAMU Partners with 14 HBCUs to Launch National Research Coalition to Accelerate Innovation and Expand Impact By Alonda Thomas WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, Florida A&M University (FAMU) is among a group of 15 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to launch the Association of HBCU Research Institutions (AHRI), a national coalition desig  more

MURFREESBORO, Tennessee, April 29 -- Middle Tennessee State University posted the following news: * * * Financial Literacy Month keynote speaker: 'Work hard, get lucky, build community' With a mix of humor, personal reflections, practical tips and audience interaction, guest speaker Colin Ryan presented a potential financial roadmap for Middle Tennessee State University students during a recent stop on campus to provide the keynote for the university's observance of Tennessee Financial Litera  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Conference of State Bank Supervisors issued the following news release: * * * Five Student Teams Move to CSBS Community Bank Case Study Competition Finals Five student teams have secured their spots in the finals of the 2026 CSBS Community Bank Case Study Competition, advancing from a second round of 15 teams. The five teams are: * Illinois State University * Iowa State University * Tennessee Technological University * University of Northern Iowa * Universit  more

NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: Media] -- Fox News Media, a business unit of Fox, posted the following news release: * * * FOX NEWS CHANNEL TOPS ABC AND NBC IN WEEKDAY PRIMETIME THROUGHOUT APRIL WHILE DRIVING YEAR-OVER-YEAR GAINS CBS and ABC Post Lowest-Rated April with Primetime Viewers This Century  Hannity Secures Best Month of 2026 Surpassing ESPN's Coverage of The Masters Gutfeld! Marks its Five-Year Anniversary Leading Late-Night Television Special Report with Bret Baier Leads CBS Eve  more

BOILING SPRINGS, North Carolina, April 30 -- Gardner-Webb University issued the following news: * * * Gardner Webb Names Jeff Cogburn Vice President for Advancement Seasoned Advancement Leader Brings Proven Fundraising and Engagement Experience to the University * Gardner Webb University has announced the appointment of Jeff Cogburn as vice president for Advancement, effective June 8. Cogburn brings more than a decade of progressive experience in higher education advancement, campaign strat  more

WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Graham, Blackburn Introduce Legislation to Strengthen Immigration Enforcement by Incentivizing States to Work with ICE * Bill Would Increase 287(g) Agreements Nationwide WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) and Marsha Blackburn (R-Tennessee) this week introduced the 287(g) Expansion Act to incentivize states and localities to enter into 287(g) agreements with U.S.  more

HAMPTON, Virginia, April 29 -- Hampton University posted the following news: * * * Hampton University, 14 HBCUs Launch National Research Coalition to Accelerate Innovation and Expand Impact * Several Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), including Hampton University, today launched the Association of HBCU Research Institutions (AHRI), a national coalition designed to accelerate world-class research, expand institutional capacity, and elevate HBCU leadership in addressing soci  more

WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Diana Harshbarger, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release: * * * Harshbarger, Senator Marshall Introduce Bill to Ban Child Sex-Change Procedures with $100K Penalties Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (R-TN) today introduced the Safeguarding the Overall Protection of Minors (STOP) Act, landmark federal legislation that bans gender transition procedures performed on minors, imposes strict civil penalties on perpetrators, and for the first time creates a federa  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Scott DesJarlais, R-Tennessee, chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Strategic Forces, released the following opening statement from an April 22, 2026, hearing on the fiscal 2027 budget request: * * * The subcommittee meets today to review the Department's fiscal year 2027 budget request for nuclear forces and atomic energy defense activities. Thank you for being with us today. I want to begin by noting that this hearing will be Admiral Wolfe's fin  more

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, April 28 -- Samford University issued the following news release: * * * How Reese Wrather Integrated Passion and Purpose During Her Time at Samford * Reese Wrather arrived at Samford University with a clear sense of what she was looking for: a place where she could pursue both her calling to teach and her passion for dance. What she found was something more. "When we drove onto campus, I immediately felt an immense amount of peace come over me," Wrather said. "I was li  more

WASHINGTON, April 29 [Category: Political] -- The Independent Women's Forum posted issued the following news release: * * * Independent Women Drives 250+ Public Comments Supporting Independent Contractor Rule as Comment Period Closes As the public comment period closes on the U.S. Department of Labor's proposed independent contractor rule, Independent Women announced today it has driven more than 250 public comments from women in support of flexible work and freelance opportunities. In a for  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Smithsonian Institution American Art Museum issued the following news release: * * * Landmark Exhibition at the Smithsonian American Art Museum Unites U.S. Bicentennial Photography Surveys for the First Time "Much Here Is Beautiful: Photography Surveys of the U.S. Bicentennial" Captures a Portrait of the Nation a Half-Century Ago * "Much Here Is Beautiful: Photography Surveys of the U.S. Bicentennial" at the Smithsonian American Art Museum brings together, for th  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 29 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Tennessee Bar Association posted the following commentary blog: * * * Legislation Would Expand Use of Deadly Force to Protect Property * A bill passed by the Tennessee General Assembly would expand the circumstances under which individuals can legally use deadly force to protect private property, according to NewsChannel 5. Supporters say HB1802/SB1847 empowers residents to defend their property, while critics warn it could blur th  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 30 -- Lipscomb University issued the following news: * * * May 2026 graduate earns invitations to Oxford and King's College London-bound senior produces publishable research analyzing treatment of religion in the journal 'International Organization'. By Janel Shoun-Smith, 615-966-7078 Oreoluwa Sharon Omotola Ajiboye (BA '26), of South Africa, was quite intimidated by research when she first came to Lipscomb. Four years later, however, she finds herself not only h  more

WASHINGTON, April 29 -- The Medical Group Management Association issued the following letter on April 27, 2026: * * * The Honorable Scott Bessent, Secretary, Department of the Treasury, 1500 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20220 The Honorable Keith Sonderling, Acting Secretary, Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20201 The Honorable Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Secretary, Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20201 D  more

BALTIMORE, Maryland, April 30 -- Morgan State University issued the following news release: * * * Fifteen HBCUs Launch National Research Coalition to Accelerate Innovation and Expand Impact Morgan State University President David K. Wilson to Serve as Inaugural Board Chairman for the Association of HBCU Research Institutions (AHRI) * Morgan State University, along with 14 other Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), has joined forces to launch the Association of HBCU Research  more

MURFREESBORO, Tennessee, April 29 -- Middle Tennessee State University posted the following news: * * * MTSU's Scott Borchetta College of Media and Entertainment inducts 3 more into alumni Wall of Fame * MURFREESBORO, Tenn. -Middle Tennessee State University's Scott Borchetta College of Media and Entertainment recently inducted three accomplished alumni into its prestigious Wall of Fame, continuing a 25-year tradition of honoring industry leaders whose careers reflect excellence, innovation   more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 29 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Tennessee Bar Association posted the following commentary blog: * * * Nashville Sheriff Addresses Overcrowding, ICE Cooperation * Davidson County Sheriff Daron Hall is running unopposed for reelection and poised to begin a seventh term after more than two decades overseeing Nashville's jail system, the Nashville Banner reports. Hall says he remains committed to the role as the department faces challenges including jail overcrowding  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, April 29 [Category: BizTravel] -- Delta Air Lines posted the following news: * * * Never miss the action: FOX One brings streaming sports and more to Delta Sync From buzzer beaters to breaking news, some moments are meant to be watched live.  * As Delta continues to expand the Delta Sync ecosystem, the airline is bringing more can't-miss experiences on board -starting with a new FOX One partnership that delivers the world's most-watched moments within reach at 35,000 feet  more

WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Andrew Clyde, R-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Clyde Secures Key Commitment for Northeast Georgia Broadband Expansion Project Last week, Congressman Andrew Clyde (GA-09) secured a commitment from Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick that cooperatives regulated by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), such as Blue Ridge Mountain Electric Membership Corporation (BRMEMC), are exempt from a National Telecommunications and Information Administratio  more

WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Terri Sewell, D-Alabama, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Sewell Honors the 27th South Eastern Regional Director of AKA, Dr. Tracey Morant Adams, on the Occasion of the 94th South Eastern Regional Conference in Birmingham Today, on the occasion of the 94th Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated (AKA) South Eastern Regional Conference, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) spoke on the House Floor to honor the 27th South Eastern Regional Director, Dr. Trace  more

WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Marshall Introduces Bill to Ban Child Sex-Change Procedures with $100K Penalties * Washington - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), introduced the Safeguarding the Overall Protection of Minors (STOP) Act, landmark federal legislation that bans gender transition procedures performed on minors, imposes strict civil penalties on perpetrators, and for the first time creates a federal  more

LOGAN, Utah, April 29 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * Seven Former Aggies Joining NFL Teams Following the conclusion of the NFL Draft on Saturday, Utah State had two of its former football players sign free agent contracts, while five more have been invited to rookie mini camps. Noah Avinger and Brady Boyd both signed free agent contracts with NFL teams as Avinger will join the Los Angeles Chargers and Boyd will join the Jacksonville Jaguars. Bryson Barnes, Miles D  more

SYRACUSE, New York, April 30 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * Syracuse University to Award 6 Honorary Degrees at 2026 Commencement Leaders in science, medicine, business, education and public service, including Chancellor Kent Syverud and Dr. Ruth Chen, will be honored at the May 10 Commencement ceremony. * A distinguished scientist and educator, a physician and healthcare innovator, a pioneering entrepreneur, a ground-breaking academic leader, a distinguished public   more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 30 -- The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development issued the following news on April 28, 2026: * * * Stella-Jones to Expand Statewide Footprint with Lincoln County Steel Lattice Tower Manufacturing Facility * Canadian infrastructure product manufacturer to create more than 200 jobs, invest $45 million * New steel lattice tower manufacturing facility in Fayetteville enhances company's existing footprint in the state * Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, D  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 29 -- Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions issued the following news on April 28, 2026: * * * COMMISSIONER GONZALES ANNOUNCES WEEKLY FORMULA RATE APRIL 28, 2026 Commissioner of Financial Institutions Greg Gonzales announced today that the maximum effective formula rate of interest in Tennessee is 10.75 percent per annum. The rate is based on a ceiling of 4 percent over the weekly average prime loan rate of 6.75 percent as published by the Federal Reserve  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 30 -- The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation issued the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * Lee, TDEC Announce $1.4 Million Loan for City of Maynardville Water Improvements Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) Commissioner David Salyers today announced a $1,446,382 loan for the City of Maynardville to improve water infrastructure. The loan is one of three approved by the Tennessee Loc  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 30 -- The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation issued the following news release on April 28, 2026: * * * Lee, TDEC Announce $15.7 Million Loan for City of Brownsville Water Improvements Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) Commissioner David Salyers today announced a $15,725,000 loan for the City of Brownsville to improve water infrastructure. The loan is one of three approved by the Tennessee Loc  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 30 -- The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation issued the following news release on April 28, 2026: * * * Lee, TDEC Announce $556,000 Loan for City of South Pittsburg Water Improvements Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) Commissioner David Salyers today announced a $556,575 loan for the City of South Pittsburg to improve water infrastructure. The loan is one of three approved by the Tennessee Loc  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 29 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Tennessee Bar Association posted the following commentary blog: * * * Tennessee Is 2nd State to Ban Cryptocurrency Kiosks * Tennessee became the second state in the United States to ban convertible virtual currency (CVC) kiosks, the Commercial Appeal reports. On April 13, Gov. Bill Lee signed HB2505, which imposes a sweeping ban on the kiosks. CVC kiosks have come under scrutiny for facilitating scams. Under the law, a virtual cur  more

NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: Media] -- PEN America, an organization that says it stands at the intersection of literature and human rights to protect free expression, posted the following news release: * * * Tennessee Library Advocates Leading Grassroots Fight Against Book Bans To Be Honored at PEN America Gala * (NEW YORK)-PEN America announced today that the Rutherford County Library Alliance, a local coalition of library advocates in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, will receive the PEN/Benenson  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 29 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Tennessee Bar Association posted the following commentary blog: * * * Tennessee Supreme Court to Accept Transferred NextGen UBE Scores * The Tennessee Supreme Court, which approved adoption of the NextGen Uniform Bar Examination (UBE) for Tennessee exam takers in 2024, announced new details on score transfers as the state prepares to transition from the legacy UBE in July 2027. Tennessee will accept transferred NextGen UBE scores b  more

COOKEVILLE, Tennessee, April 29 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: * * * Tennessee Tech adjunct professor Jeanne Schmitzer earns OVC award for commitment to student success * Tennessee Tech University adjunct professor of history Jeanne Schmitzer has been named the university's recipient of the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) "Outstanding Faculty Commitment to Student Success" award, recognizing her dedication to supporting student-athletes both inside and   more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 30 -- The Tennessee Medical Association issued the following news on April 29, 2026: * * * TMA Secures Increased Accountability Between Physicians and Payers By Jonathan Kirkland The 114th Tennessee General Assembly adjourned with the Tennessee Medical Association (TMA) obtaining a win for physicians and the practice of medicine in Tennessee. SB1753/HB1770, signed by Governor Bill Lee on April 14, strengthens accountability between payers and physicians by ensuri  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 30 -- The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development issued the following news on April 29, 2026: * * * TNECD Announces Communities Selected to Participate in Tennessee Downtowns Program * Seven communities selected to take part in 10th round of revitalization program * Announcement brings total of participating communities to 97 statewide * Tennessee Deputy Gov. and Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhort  more

LA JOLLA, California, April 29 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * UC San Diego Debate Team Dominates with National and International Wins * Key Takeaways * UC San Diego's Speech & Debate team turned years of regional success into a breakout season on national and international stages. * University support helped students travel farther, compete more broadly and earn major wins. * The team has grown into a large, diverse and close-knit   more

OXFORD, Mississippi, April 30 -- The University of Mississippi issued the following news: * * * Storytelling AI Could Help Identify Loneliness, Depression in Elders Ole Miss, University of Memphis partner to address isolation in older generation * Social isolation and loneliness produce serious impacts on mental and physical health, and older adults are likely to experience these conditions. A new project aims to use artificial intelligence to help identify loneliness of older adults as the  more

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, April 29 -- The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture issued the following news release: * * * UTIA Schedules Beef Heifer Development School for May 21 * Third annual UT Bred Heifer Sale is scheduled for next day LEWISBURG, Tenn. - The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture will host a field day featuring the Tennessee Beef Heifer Development School on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at the UT Middle Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center at Lewisburg  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 30 -- Vanderbilt University School of Engineering issued the following news: * * * Vanderbilt earns top honors at ASCE regional competitions, advance to nationals At a recent competition hosted by the regional chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers, and featuring everything from concrete canoe races to building Styrofoam structures, Vanderbilt civil engineering students earned multiple first place finishes, securing a spot at a national competition in M  more

LEXINGTON, Virginia, April 30 -- Virginia Military Institute issued the following news: * * * 21st Chaplain of the Marine Corps to Speak at Baccalaureate Each May during graduation week at Virginia Military Institute, graduating cadets, family, and friends gather for a non-denominational Baccalaureate service. This annual event, hosted by the Chaplain's Office, celebrates the collective faith, fellowship, and service among 1st Class cadets at VMI. Several special recognitions and awards are  more

BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, April 29 -- Western Kentucky University posted the following news: * * * WKU, City of Bowling Green and Commonwealth of Kentucky proclaim "Bike4Alz Day" in honor of student-led Alzheimer's awareness effort Western Kentucky University (WKU), the city of Bowling Green and the Commonwealth of Kentucky came together on Tuesday, April 28, to officially recognize Bike4Alz Team XIV with a proclamation declaring April 28 as "Bike4Alz Day" in Kentucky.  Bike4Alz is a student  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 29 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Tennessee Bar Association posted the following commentary blog: * * * YLD to Host Webcast on Tennessee Recovery Courts * The TBA Young Lawyers Division (YLD) will host "Drug Court 101: What Every Non-Drug Court Lawyer Needs to Know About Tennessee's Recovery Courts," virtually on June 3 from noon to 1 p.m. CDT. The program will feature Judge Alexander McVeagh of the Hamilton County Circuit Court and Shannon Morgan of Hamilton Count  more