Monday - July 13, 2026

News Tipoffs - Virginia Editors

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$2 Million ARC Grant Will Expand Kentucky State Workforce Training, Outreach in Eastern Kentucky
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, July 2 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news: * * * $2 Million ARC Grant Will Expand Kentucky State Workforce Training, Outreach in Eastern Kentucky * New Center of Excellence will prepare a restoration workforce while advancing economic revitalization and ecological recovery in Central Appalachia FRANKFORT, Ky. -A new $2 million Appalachian Regional Commission POWER grant will expand Kentucky State University's education, workforce training, and Coope  more
78 Percent Of Voters Across The Country Want Congress To Pass A New Federal Highway, Bridge And Transit Funding Bill Before The Current Law Expires
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 2 [Category: Construction] -- Associated General Contractors of America posted the following news release: * * * 78 Percent Of Voters Across The Country Want Congress To Pass A New Federal Highway, Bridge And Transit Funding Bill Before The Current Law Expires * Thu, 07/02/2026 - 12:50 New National and 50-State Polling Shows More than Three-Quarters of Voters Are More Likely to Support a Member of Congress Who Backs the Bill and 68 Percent Back Federal EV and Plug  more
A Launchpad for the Next Generation of Scientists, Engineers, and Thinkers
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, July 2 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news: * * * A Launchpad for the Next Generation of Scientists, Engineers, and Thinkers * During the June 25 Academic Matters presentation, Dr. Michelle Reid shared highlights from the 71st annual Fairfax County Regional Science and Engineering Fair. The event featured more than 600 students presenting more than 400 projects across 15 different categories. This annual fair is a true community undertaking, bot  more
AFGE Urges Congress to Prevent Dangerous Bureau of Prisons Closures
WASHINGTON, July 2 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO American Federation of Government Employees issued the following news release: * * * AFGE Urges Congress to Prevent Dangerous Bureau of Prisons Closures * Planned closure of six BOP facilities will endanger communities and strain workforce that's already stretched thin, union leaders say WASHINGTON - The American Federation of Government Employees is calling on Congress to intervene to prevent the Bureau of Prisons from closing six feder  more
AG Campbell Prevents U.S. Department Of Education From Imposing New Restrictions On Public Service Loan Forgiveness
BOSTON, Massachusetts, July 2 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release: * * * AG Campbell Prevents U.S. Department Of Education From Imposing New Restrictions On Public Service Loan Forgiveness * Boston -Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell announced that she and a coalition of 22 other attorneys general secured a victory in their lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education (ED) for unlawfully restricting eligibility for the P  more
Alliance Responds to the CY 2027 Home Health Proposed Rule
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 2 -- The National Alliance for Care at Home issued the following news release on July 1, 2026: * * * Alliance Responds to the CY 2027 Home Health Proposed Rule The National Alliance for Care at Home (the Alliance) today responded to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' (CMS) Calendar Year (CY) 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System Proposed rule. CMS proposes an overall increase of 2.4% or $420 million in payments to home health agencies for 2027, a p  more
America250 programming from Mason Arts this fall
FAIRFAX, Virginia, July 1 -- George Mason University issued the following news: * * * America250 programming from Mason Arts this fall * George Mason University is excited to showcase programming and events this fall that celebrate America250 and the dedication, service, and artistry of the people of the United States. Beginning with the fall 2026 semester, visual and performing arts events will take place across all three of George Mason's Northern Virginia campuses. Three fine art exhibi  more
American Securities Association Issues Letter to House Rules Committee
WASHINGTON, July 3 (TNSletter) -- The American Securities Association issued the following letter to the House Rules Committee: * * * Here is the text of the letter: June 29, 2026 The Honorable Virginia Foxx Chairwoman, Committee on Rules U.S. House of Representatives Washington, DC 20510 - The Honorable Jim McGovern Ranking Member, Committee on Rules U.S. House of Representatives Washington, DC 20510 - Re: Amendment No. 971 to H.R. 8800 Dear Chairwoman Foxx and Ranking Member McG  more
ATF Reports Major Enforcement Wins Following 2025 Shift in Priorities
WASHINGTON, July 3 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives issued the following news release: * * * ATF reports major enforcement wins following 2025 shift in priorities 10K+ arrests, nearly 50K firearms seized from criminals since January 2025 The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) has recorded significant results since shifting its enforcement priorities in 2025 to refocus on violent crime, transnational criminal organ  more
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL CALLS FOR DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY TO WITHDRAW PROPOSED SUNSET RULE
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 2 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL CALLS FOR DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY TO WITHDRAW PROPOSED SUNSET RULE * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of 14 attorneys general submitted comments opposing the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Sunset Rule, which would add one-or five-year termination dates to more than 500 DOE regulations and many future DOE rules. In their letters to   more
Battling the invisible enemy: The rise in severe heat illness
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, July 2 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * Battling the invisible enemy: The rise in severe heat illness * FALLS CHURCH, Virginia - As the military braces for another summer, new data reveals a concerning trend in the ongoing battle against heat illness, demanding renewed focus from leaders and service members across all branches. "Heat illness rates for recruit trainees will always be higher compa  more
Baylor Announces Largest Fundraising Year in University's History
WACO, Texas, July 3 -- Baylor University issued the following news: * * * Baylor Announces Largest Fundraising Year in University's History Topping a record-breaking $244.5 million, gifts support areas across the University, including the Extend the Line scholarship initiative, academic programs, research, Baylor Athletics and more - Baylor University today announced the highest fundraising year in its 181-year history, with the Baylor Family joining together to give a record-breaking $244.  more
Booker, Senate Judiciary Democrats Demand Todd Blanche Answer Dozens of Oversight Requests Ignored by DOJ
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Sen. Cory Booker, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: * * * Booker, Senate Judiciary Democrats Demand Todd Blanche Answer Dozens of Oversight Requests Ignored by DOJ * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, joined all Senate Judiciary Committee Democrats led by Ranking Member Dick Durbin (D-IL) in pressing Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche for answers on dozens of oversight matters that remain outs  more
Celebrating America's 250th: A Message From President And CEO Craig Kirby
HERNDON, Virginia, July 2 [Category: Transportation] -- The RV Industry Association posted the following news: * * * Celebrating America's 250th: A Message From President And CEO Craig Kirby * Below is a letter Craig Kirby, President and CEO of the RV Industry Association, sent to Association members on Thursday, July 2, 2026. As we approach this Independence Day, our nation prepares for a historic milestone: celebrating America's 250th birthday. This Semiquincentennial 4th of July is a po  more
CFA Institute: Mind the Skills Gap - Soft Skills the Biggest Skills Gap Amongst New Career Professionals - Ahead of Even AI Skills
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, July 3 (TNSxrep) -- The CFA Institute, an association of investment professionals, issued the following news release: * * * Mind the skills gap: Soft skills the biggest skills gap amongst new career professionals - ahead of even AI skills Soft skills have been identified as the biggest gap in new career professionals' skills as they enter the finance industry, according to new research from CFA Institute. The survey of 500 finance sector professionals in management  more
Chapter for Chicago: American Airlines to Launch Nonstop Service to Tokyo
FORT WORTH, Texas, July 3 -- American Airlines posted the following news: * * * A new chapter for Chicago: American to launch nonstop service to Tokyo * American will launch nonstop service between Chicago's O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) starting March 27, 2027, becoming the airline's 11th long-haul route from ORD. * In partnership with Japan Airlines, customers will also enjoy convenient one-stop connecting service to top destinations in Asi  more
Common Cause: SCOTUS Preserves the Right to Vote by Mail
NEW YORK, June 29 -- Common Cause - New York issued the following statement: * * * SCOTUS Preserves the Right to Vote by Mail Common Cause issued the following statement after today's Supreme Court decision in Watson v. Republican National Committee, which preserves longstanding election practices that allow states to count mail ballots postmarked by Election Day and received shortly after. Statement from Common Cause President & CEO Virginia Kase Solomon: "This is a victory for voters an  more
Construction Employment Increases By 11,000 In June And 64,000 Over 12 Months; Industry Association Warns Gains May Fade Absent New Highway Funding Bill
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 2 [Category: Construction] -- Associated General Contractors of America posted the following news release: * * * Construction Employment Increases By 11,000 In June And 64,000 Over 12 Months; Industry Association Warns Gains May Fade Absent New Highway Funding Bill * Thu, 07/02/2026 - 11:26 Industry Employment and Wages Continue to Rise Faster Than Overall Labor Market as Association is Set to Release, Later Today, New National Polling Showing Broad, Bipartisan Su  more
Del. A.G. Jennings Announces Two Major Victories Striking Down Executive Orders on Elections
DOVER, Delaware, July 3 -- Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings issued the following news release on July 2, 2026: * * * Attorney General Jennings announces two major victories striking down executive orders on elections Attorney General Jennings today announced two major victories as U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts grants summary judgment and permanent injunctions against two Trump Administration Executive Orders, EO 14248 and EO 14399. "The Constitution is crysta  more
Dr. Elli Reges to Lead FAST's Mission to Build the Future Security Workforce
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 2 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Security Industry Association posted the following news release: * * * Dr. Elli Reges to Lead FAST's Mission to Build the Future Security Workforce * The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has named Dr. Elli Reges to serve as FAST's new executive director. Created in 2020 through a partnership of the Electronic Security Association (ESA), the Security Industry Association (SIA) and PSA -the industry's leading ass  more
Final Blue Crab Stock Assessment Shows Concerning Long-Term Decline
ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, July 2 -- The Chesapeake Bay Foundation posted the following news release: * * * Final Blue Crab Stock Assessment Shows Concerning Long-Term Decline * The long-awaited Chesapeake Bay blue crab stock assessment was officially released in June by the Chesapeake Bay Program. The final report, which looked at over 20 years of blue crab data, provides fisheries managers a better understanding of the Bay's blue crab population. Unfortunately, the assessment showed a concerni  more
From us, for us: Army units unite to save lives through blood donation
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, July 1 -- The Defense Health Agency issued the following news: * * * From us, for us: Army units unite to save lives through blood donation * "From Us, For Us" is more than a slogan within the Armed Services Blood Program ; it is a commitment that reflects the military community's dedication to caring for one another. Service members donate as a team to ensure lifesaving blood is available for fellow service members, their families, and military retirees whenever and   more
Governor Spanberger Announces Board Appointments
RICHMOND, Virginia, July 2 -- Gov. Abigail Spanberger, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Spanberger Announces Board Appointments * RICHMOND, VA -Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced the following board appointments. "I am proud to appoint this exceptional group of leaders to serve our Commonwealth," said Governor Abigail Spanberger. "I have full confidence that they will use their extensive personal and professional experience to serve their neighbors wit  more
Griffith Statement on USDA Disaster Action for Ninth District Drought Relief
WASHINGTON, July 2 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Griffith Statement on USDA Disaster Action for Ninth District Drought Relief * The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is designating Tazewell County as a primary natural disaster area due to recent drought. As part of the designation, the Counties of Bland, Buchanan, Russell and Smyth are set to receive access to drought assistance as well. In response to this USDA action, U.S. Congressman M  more
Guardian Resilience Teams promote holistic health, culture of fitness
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 1 -- The U.S. Space Force issued the following news: * * * Guardian Resilience Teams promote holistic health, culture of fitness * FALLS CHURCH, Va. (AFNS) - As the nation's newest military service, the Space Force continues to refine how Guardians meet the demands of operating in, from and to the space domain. This evolution aligns with the Department of War 's broader shift toward managing the warfighter with the same rigor and accountability applied to any missi  more
Highlander Highlights: Week of June 29, 2026
RADFORD, Virginia, July 2 -- Radford University issued the following news release: * * * Highlander Highlights: Week of June 29, 2026 * Highlander Highlights shares with readers some of the extraordinary research and accomplishments happening on and off campus through the tireless work and curiosity of our students, staff, alumni and faculty. Jo Ann Bingham Clinical Simulation Center receives INACSL reendorsement The Jo Ann Bingham Clinical Simulation Center at Radford University has rec  more
House Education & Workforce Ranking Member Scott Issues Statement on Trump vs. Slaughter
WASHINGTON, June 29 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, ranking member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following statement: * * * Ranking Member Scott's Statement on Trump v. Slaughter House Education and Workforce Committee Ranking Member Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (VA-03) issued the following statement after the Supreme Court upheld President Trump's firing of Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter. "Once again, the Roberts-led majority in th  more
Keeping an eye on fireworks safety
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, July 2 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * Keeping an eye on fireworks safety * FALLS CHURCH, Virginia - Fireworks in the neighborhood or streets can be a big part of many celebrations. People use them during holidays such as the Fourth of July, New Year's Eve, and other special events. Fireworks can be exciting and beautiful to watch. However, they can also be dangerous, especially to the eyes. An  more
Kimberly Roman Earns FCPS Honor
PHOENIX, Arizona, July 2 -- The University of Phoenix issued the following news release: * * * Kimberly Roman Earns FCPS Honor * Kimberly Roman honored for supporting students, families and colleagues while pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education University of Phoenix recognizes student Kimberly Roman, who has been named the 2026 Outstanding School-Based Operational Employee by Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). Roman, an instructional assistant at Spring Hill Elemen  more
Lawdragon Names Six McGuireWoods Partners as 2026 Leading Energy Lawyers
RICHMOND, Virginia, July 3 -- McGuireWoods, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Lawdragon Names Six McGuireWoods Partners as 2026 Leading Energy Lawyers McGuireWoods partners David Martin Connelly, Julia English, Katlyn Davis Farrell, Andrew Gann, Vishwa Bhargava Link and Todd Mullins have been named to the 2026 "Lawdragon 500 Leading Energy Lawyers" guide, which spotlights top U.S. lawyers advising clients on energy regulatory, litigation and transactional matters. Connelly  more
Liberty Names Dr. Mark Eckel as Vice Provost of Biblical Integration
LYNCHBURG, Virginia, July 3 -- Liberty University issued the following news release: * * * Liberty names Dr. Mark Eckel as Vice Provost of Biblical Integration After helping to establish Liberty University's Center for Biblical Integration and serving as executive director since 2024, Dr. Mark Eckel will begin a new role this week as Vice Provost for Biblical Integration. Eckel has led an extensive career focused on Christ-centered education. He served as a junior and senior high school inst  more
Liberty University: Students Gain Hands-on Research Skills During ASSURE Summer Science Program
LYNCHBURG, Virginia, July 3 -- Liberty University issued the following news release: * * * Students gain hands-on research skills during ASSURE summer science program By Ryan Klinker, Office of Communications & Public Engagement Liberty University's ASSURE program, an annual six-week summer intensive through the School of Health Sciences' Department of Biology & Chemistry, concluded last month with its largest participation yet, with 36 students gaining research experience under the supervi  more
Logistics before DLA: How agency missions explain America's Revolutionary War success
WASHINGTON, July 2 -- The Defense Logistics Agency issued the following news: * * * Logistics before DLA: How agency missions explain America's Revolutionary War success * FORT BELVOIR, Va. - When America declared independence 250 years ago, it had been fighting the British for more than a year. Victory came to the new nation for several reasons. The most unrecognized today was logistics. At four points in the conflict, key individuals either provided material that allowed continental fo  more
MALDEF SEEKS TO INTERVENE ON BEHALF OF STUDENTS TO DEFEND KANSAS TUITION POLICY
WASHINGTON, July 3 -- The Mexican American Legal Defense and Education Fund issued the following news release on July 2, 2026: * * * MALDEF SEEKS TO INTERVENE ON BEHALF OF STUDENTS TO DEFEND KANSAS TUITION POLICY KANSAS CITY, KS -- A Latino civil rights organization filed a motion to intervene in a federal lawsuit seeking to eliminate regular tuition for students without lawful immigration status in Kansas, according to papers filed in federal court Wednesday. MALDEF (Mexican American Legal   more
Mars Incorporated Celebrates American Legacy and the Future of Consumer Brand Innovation in New "America 250" Docuseries
MCLEAN, Virginia, July 3 -- Mars Inc., a manufacturer of snacks, food and pet care products and services issued the following news release on July 2, 2026: * * * Mars, Incorporated celebrates American legacy and the future of consumer brand innovation in new "America 250" docuseries With over a century of cultural influence and a robust domestic footprint, Mars is driving category-shaping innovation across its portfolio of iconic snacking, food and petcare brands * An American Icon and Glob  more
McGuireWoods Earns 40 Nationwide Practice Rankings in Legal 500 United States Guide
RICHMOND, Virginia, July 3 -- McGuireWoods, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * McGuireWoods Earns 40 Nationwide Practice Rankings in Legal 500 United States Guide McGuireWoods was recognized as a leading law firm in 40 nationwide practice areas in the 2026 edition of the Legal 500 United States, the respected independent guide to the country's top firms and lawyers. The annual rankings reaffirm McGuireWoods' litigation and transactional strength across industries and practi  more
Md. A.G. Brown Joins Multistate Opposition to Postal Service's Attempt to Undermine Voting Rights
BALTIMORE, Maryland, July 3 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on July 2, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown Joins Multistate Opposition to Postal Service's Attempt to Undermine Voting Rights Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined a multistate coalition of 24 attorneys general in filing a formal comment letter today opposing the U.S. Postal Service's (USPS) attempt to aid the president's efforts to seize control of elections and restrict mail-in   more
Meet The RV Industry Association's New Members-- June 2026
HERNDON, Virginia, July 2 [Category: Transportation] -- The RV Industry Association posted the following news: * * * Meet The RV Industry Association's New Members-- June 2026 * The RV Industry Association represents over 430 manufacturers and component and aftermarket suppliers who together produce 98 percent of all RVs made in the United States. Each month, we highlight the latest companies to join the RV Industry Association in our mission to unify the RV industry's initiatives on safety   more
More Than Art: Creativity, Confidence, and Community
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, July 2 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news: * * * More Than Art: Creativity, Confidence, and Community * In the June 25 Strategic Plan Update, Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid discussed Pillar B: Vibrant Home, School, and Community Partnerships, with a specific focus on Pyramid Art Shows. FCPS Pyramid Art Shows bring together student artists from elementary, middle, and high schools to celebrate creativity, expression, and community. The present  more
National Park Service Seeks Public Comment on National Register Nominations
WASHINGTON, July 2 (TNSFR) -- The National Park Service is seeking electronic public comments on properties nominated for listing or related actions in the National Register of Historic Places before May 30, 2026, according to a notice published in the Federal Register. Comments are due by July 16, 2026, and will help inform the agency's evaluation of nominations under National Register criteria. The notice covers properties submitted by State or Tribal Historic Preservation Officers across Cal  more
NGFA Reaffirms Support for Long-term USMCA Extension
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 2 -- The National Grain and Feed Association issued the following news release on July 1, 2026: * * * NGFA reaffirms support for long-term USMCA extension The National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) today reaffirmed its strong support for a long-term extension of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) following the conclusion of the agreement's first six-year joint review. While the United States did not confirm an extension during the review process, USMCA rem  more
Not one of the original 13 colonies: How Florida helped shape the American Revolution
TAMPA, Florida, July 2 -- The University of South Florida posted the following news: * * * Not one of the original 13 colonies: How Florida helped shape the American Revolution * By Arielle Stevenson, University Communications and Marketing In 1776, rebellion spread through Britain's mainland colonies. Royal authority was being challenged from Massachusetts to Georgia. In Philadelphia, delegates approved the Declaration of Independence, creating the United States of America. Across the 1  more
Pillsbury Secures Rare Dismissal in High-Profile Federal Bribery Case
NEW YORK, July 3 -- Pillsbury, a law firm, issued the following news release on July 2, 2026: * * * Pillsbury Secures Rare Dismissal in High-Profile Federal Bribery Case On June 30, a U.S. district court judge in San Diego issued an order dismissing all charges in a long-running federal case against Pillsbury clients Cask Technologies and Mark Larsen, a former Cask executive. The indictment that has now been dismissed had falsely alleged that a U.S. Navy official, who had previously pled gui  more
Pinnacle Financial Partners Adds to Growing Tampa Bay Team
ATLANTA, Georgia, July 3 -- Pinnacle Financial Partners, an asset regional bank that says it provides banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services, issued the following news release: * * * Pinnacle Financial Partners adds to growing Tampa Bay team New hires support clients through Synovus to Pinnacle brand transition - TAMPA, Fla. -- Pinnacle Financial Partners, which merged with Synovus Bank, has added two experienced financial professionals in Tampa Bay, furthe  more
Politico: Full Transcript - Ken Burns
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 3 -- Politico issued the following transcript of a podcast involving filmmaker Ken Burns: * * * Full Transcript: Ken Burns This is a full unedited transcript of POLITICO's interview with Ken Burns on "The Conversation with Dasha Burns": Ken Burns: It's not a spectator sport, democracy. It's about active engagement. We are given this gift of citizenship. Most people before the American Revolution were subjects under authoritarian rule. Dasha Burns: Hello, hello. Wel  more
Progress Virginia: General Assembly Passes Governor's Budget, Averting Threat of Shutdown.
EARLYVILLE, Virginia, June 29 -- Progress Virginia, an advocacy organization that combines online organizing and communications with earned media strategies, issued the following news release: * * * General Assembly Passes Governor's Budget, Averting Threat of Shutdown. Richmond - Today, the General Assembly has approved a $205 billion budget proposal, following fourteen amendments by the Governor. This averted a government shutdown, which became an increasingly looming possibility during the  more
Provide feedback on clinical practice guidelines in substance use disorder focus groups
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, July 1 -- The Defense Health Agency issued the following news: * * * Provide feedback on clinical practice guidelines in substance use disorder focus groups * Falls Church, Va. -Living with a substance use disorder can present serious challenges. If you've been diagnosed with a substance use disorder, the Defense Health Agency and Veterans Health Administration would like to hear your perspective on your treatment journey. Together, they're hosting a virtual focus gro  more
Pueblo Co. Sheriff Scores PETA Award for Asking Ranchers to Give Animals a Fighting Chance to Flee
NORFOLK, Virginia, July 3 -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * Pueblo Co. Sheriff Scores PETA Award for Asking Ranchers to Give Animals a Fighting Chance to Flee Pueblo, Colo. - A Compassionate Police Department Award is on its way from PETA to the Pueblo County Sheriff's Office for urging ranchers unable to transport animals to safety to cut their fences so as to give cows, horses, and other animals a fighting chance to escape the fast-movin  more
Radford faculty share expertise on fighting corruption and Biblical beasts
RADFORD, Virginia, July 2 -- Radford University issued the following news release: * * * Radford faculty share expertise on fighting corruption and Biblical beasts * From fighting corruption worldwide to exploring the giants and monsters throughout religious texts, two Radford University professors shared their vast experiences and expertise in interviews recently on public radio. Tay Keong Tan, professor of political science and director of Radford's international studies and leadership s  more
Reps. Scott, Omar, McBath Issue Letter to NLRB
WASHINGTON, July 3 (TNSletter) -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, ranking member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, and Reps. Ilhan Omar, D-Minnesota, and Lucy McBath, D-Georgia, issued the following letter to the National Labor Relations Board: * * * Here is the text of the letter: June 29, 2026 The Honorable Crystal S. Carey General Counsel National Labor Relations Board 1015 Half Street, SE Washington, DC 20570 Dear General Counsel Carey: Following your recent appeara  more
Seabed Mining on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf - Background & Recent Developments Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13226) by natural resources policy specialists Caitlin Keating-Bitonti and Laura B. Comay. Here are excerpts: * * * Seabed Mining on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf: Background and Recent Developments As part of a national effort to secure reliable supplies of critical minerals, President Trump issued Executive Order (E.O.) 14285 of April 24, 2025, "Unleashing America's Offsho  more
Security Industry Association Opens Applications for Four 2026 Scholarship Award Programs
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 2 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Security Industry Association posted the following news release: * * * Security Industry Association Opens Applications for Four 2026 Scholarship Award Programs * SIA invites security industry professionals and students to apply for the 25 on the RISE Awards, Denis R. Hebert Identity Management Scholarship, James Rothstein Business Scholarship and SIA-SecuritySpecifiers Young Consultants Scholarship. SILVER SPRING, Md.-The   more
Seven 2026 Georgetown Law Grads Awarded Equal Justice Works and Skadden Fellowships
WASHINGTON, July 2 -- Georgetown University Law Center posted the following news: * * * Seven 2026 Georgetown Law Grads Awarded Equal Justice Works and Skadden Fellowships * Five 2026 graduates have been named Fellows by Equal Justice Works (EJW), a nonprofit founded in 1986. Two more have been named Skadden Fellows by the Skadden Fellowship Foundation, established in 1988 by the law firm Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. Both fellowships provide financial support for the recipients'  more
Squire Patton Boggs Advises Oxford PharmaGenesis on Combination With Klick Health
TYSONS, Virginia, July 3 -- Squire Patton Boggs, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Squire Patton Boggs Advises Oxford PharmaGenesis on Combination with Klick Health Squire Patton Boggs has advised the shareholders of Oxford PharmaGenesis, the HealthScience communications consultancy, on the acquisition of the business by Klick Health. The Squire Patton Boggs team was led by Corporate partner Mark Yeo and senior associate Simon Ayling, and included Summer Prior, Matthew Vautrey, Ka  more
STATEMENT: NEMA Urges USMCA Negotiators To Deliver Strengthened Agreement So U.S. Electrical Manufacturers Can Continue To Invest with Confidence
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 2 [Category: Industrial Materials] -- The National Electrical Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * STATEMENT: NEMA Urges USMCA Negotiators To Deliver Strengthened Agreement So U.S. Electrical Manufacturers Can Continue To Invest with Confidence * National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) President and CEO Debra Phillips today issued the following response to the announcement that the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USM  more
U.S. Air Force reassigns advanced intelligence formal training units from AETC to ACC
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, July 2 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * U.S. Air Force reassigns advanced intelligence formal training units from AETC to ACC * JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Virginia - The Department of Air Force has initiated the reassignment of combat air forces advanced intelligence formal training units from Air Education and Training Command to Air Combat Command. This strategic move, overseen by Gen. Adrian   more
University of Richmond Biology Professor Melinda A. Yang Receives NSF CAREER Award, Nearly $1 Million For Genomics Research
RICHMOND, Virginia, July 2 -- The University of Richmond issued the following news release: * * * University of Richmond Biology Professor Melinda A. Yang Receives NSF CAREER Award, Nearly $1 Million For Genomics Research * Melinda A. Yang, a biology professor at the University of Richmond, has received a National Science Foundation CAREER award of more than $990,000 to support her research to increase and improve understanding of genetic adaptations in modern humans. Over the next five ye  more
University of Virginia Karsh Institute of Democracy: Making Democracy Flourish in the Classroom
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, July 3 -- The University of Virginia Karsh Institute of Democracy issued the following news: * * * Making Democracy Flourish in the Classroom A Karsh Institute fellowship for K-12 educators is exploring how civic learning can prepare students for democratic life. By Natalie Ermann Russell Last August, a group of K-12 civics teachers and educators from the City of Charlottesville and Albemarle County gathered in a circle on the floor. They were reflecting on what t  more
Va. A.G. Jones Secures Victory for Public Servants, Court Strikes Down Trump Administration's Attacks on Student Loan Forgiveness Program
RICHMOND, Virginia, July 3 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release on July 2, 2026: * * * Attorney General Jay Jones Secures Victory for Public Servants, Court Strikes Down Trump Administration's Attacks on Student Loan Forgiveness Program Attorney General Jay Jones, along with a coalition of attorneys general, secured a major victory for public servants across the Commonwealth and nation when a U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts judge bloc  more
Va. A.G. Jones Slams Trump Administration's Proposed Non-Disclosure Agreement for Federal Employees
RICHMOND, Virginia, July 3 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release on July 2, 2026: * * * Attorney General Jones Slams Trump Administration's Proposed Non-Disclosure Agreement for Federal Employees Attorney General Jay Jones joined a coalition of 15 attorneys general in opposing the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) proposed government-wide Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) that would silence federal civil servants. The proposed NDA would have  more
Va. Conservation & Recreation Dept.: State Opens $11 Million Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant Round
RICHMOND, Virginia, July 2 -- The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation issued the following news release: * * * Virginia opens $11 million Land and Water Conservation Fund grant round The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation is now accepting grant applications for parks and outdoor recreation projects through the Land and Water Conservation Fund. The federal Land and Water Conservation Fund State and Local Assistance Program, or LWCF, is a 50-50% matching reimbur  more
Vietnam Veteran Receives Purple Heart 57 Years Later
WASHINGTON, July 2 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news: * * * Vietnam Veteran Receives Purple Heart 57 Years Later * Fifty-seven years after Spec. 4 Raymond Williams was wounded in Vietnam, one Army Reserve noncommissioned officer made sure he finally had his moment. For then-19-year-old Williams, 1969 was shaping up to be a year to forget before it even began. On Dec. 31, 1968, the young infantryman was being loaded onto a helicopter and evacuated out of the jungle wit  more
Virginia Board of Education Meeting Summary: June 24-25, 2026
RICHMOND, Virginia, July 2 (TNSxrep) -- The Virginia Department of Education issued the following news release: * * * Virginia Board of Education Meeting Summary: June 24-25, 2026 * The Virginia Board of Education met on June 24-25, 2026, at Reynolds Community College. The full meeting agenda and materials are available on the June 2026 meeting webpage. Work Session During the work session on Wednesday, the Board received a legislative report, which included the recently published VDOE Rep  more
Virginia Tech: Douglas Pfeiffer Honored With Emeritus Status
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, July 3 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Douglas Pfeiffer honored with emeritus status By Anne Kroemer Hoffman Douglas Pfeiffer, professor of entomology in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Virginia Tech, has been conferred the title of professor emeritus by the Virginia Tech Board of Visitors. The emeritus title may be conferred on retired faculty members who are specially recommended to the board by Virginia Tech President Tim Sands in  more
Virginia Tech: Zhiwu 'Drew' Wang Awarded Elizabeth and James E. Turner '56 Faculty Fellowship
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, July 3 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Zhiwu 'Drew' Wang awarded Elizabeth and James E. Turner '56 Faculty Fellowship By Anne Kroemer Hoffman Zhiwu "Drew" Wang, associate professor of biological systems engineering in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Virginia Tech, has been honored with an Elizabeth and James E. Turner '56 Faculty Fellowship by the Virginia Tech Board of Visitors. Four Turner Faculty Fellowships were established with a  more
Virginia: Provisions Regulating Adult-Use Cannabis Sales Codified into Law
WASHINGTON, July 2 [Category: Sociological] -- The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws posted the following news release: * * * Virginia: Provisions Regulating Adult-Use Cannabis Sales Codified into Law * Richmond, VA: Legislation providing for the state-licensed sale of marijuana products became law on Monday. As per the new law, state-licensed retailers will begin selling cannabis products to those age 21 or older on July 1, 2027. Up to 350 retailers will be licensed t  more
WHAT VIRGINIANS ARE SEEING: VA. A.G. JONES SHARES WEEKLY ROUNDUP OF ACTIONS TAKEN ON JULY 2, 2026
RICHMOND, Virginia, July 3 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news wrap up on July 2, 2026: * * * WHAT VIRGINIANS ARE SEEING: ATTORNEY GENERAL JAY JONES SHARES WEEKLY ROUNDUP OF ACTIONS TAKEN Highlights violent crime reduction strategies in Danville, shares statement on SCOTUS decisions, and marks the anniversary of Obergefell v. Hodges - Attorney General Jones visited Danville to discuss how the city's violent crime reduction strategies could be utilized ac  more