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WATCH: Shannon Taylor Joins MS NOW to Highlight Her Fight Against Corruption
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * WATCH: Shannon Taylor Joins MS NOW to Highlight Her Fight Against Corruption * Henrico's top prosecutor Shannon Taylor has spent her career fighting to keep Virginians safe. Now, she's ready to take down corrupt Congressman Rob Wittman who has used his office to benefit himself while voting to unleash higher prices on Virginia families. Taylor joined the 11th Hour on MS NOW to t  more
ACC Network returns to Charlotte for comprehensive coverage of 2026 ACC Football Kickoff, July 15-17
BRISTOL, Connecticut, July 10 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ACC Network returns to Charlotte for comprehensive coverage of 2026 ACC Football Kickoff, July 15-17 * * ACC Huddle: Kickoff Special airs in primetime Wednesday, July 15 on ESPN2 and ACCN * More than 40 hours of live coverage across ACCN and ACCNX * Exclusive interviews with all 17 ACC football head coaches and participating student-athletes ACC Network will o  more
Access Is the Advantage
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 10 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International issued the following news release: * * * Access Is the Advantage * Influence isn't always measured by who speaks the loudest. It's measured by who gets invited into the conversation before decisions are made. For the robotics and autonomous systems industry, those conversations have never mattered more. Federal policy is shaping everything from defense acquisition and   more
ACLU-Va.: State Leaders Cannot Sit Idle While ICE Terrorizes Virginians Outside Hospitals
RICHMOND, Virginia, July 11 -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Virginia issued the following statement on July 10, 2026: * * * Virginia leaders cannot sit idle while ICE terrorizes Virginians outside hospitals In response to a video of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents assaulting Victor Perez Martin outside the Sentara Belle Harbour Hospital Emergency Room in Suffolk, Virginia, ACLU of Virginia Policy Director Chris Kaiser released the following statement: "The brutality  more
AFP-NH Applauds Gov. Ayotte for Modernizing Home Education
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 10 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-NH Applauds Gov. Ayotte for Modernizing Home Education * Concord, NH -Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire (AFP-NH) commends Governor Ayotte for signing House Bill 1268, which will modernize New Hampshire's home education laws. AFP-NH Deputy State Director Sarah Scott said: " Parents, not the government, are the ultimate decision-makers in their child's educati  more
AFP-NH Commends Gov. Ayotte for Signing HB 155, Delivers Tax Relief for NH Small Businesses
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 10 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-NH Commends Gov. Ayotte for Signing HB 155, Delivers Tax Relief for NH Small Businesses * Concord, NH -Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire (AFP-NH) commends Governor Ayotte for signing House Bill 155, which will deliver tax relief for small businesses across the Granite State. AFP-NH Deputy State Director Sarah Scott said : " HB 155 delivers real relief to loc  more
AIA Responds to Findings of Section 232 Investigation of Commercial Aircraft
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 10 [Category: Aerospace] -- The Aerospace Industries Association posted the following news release: * * * AIA Responds to Findings of Section 232 Investigation of Commercial Aircraft * Arlington, Va. - Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) President and CEO Eric Fanning today responded after the release of the Administration's Section 232 investigation on commercial aerospace products: "Today's Section 232 action on commercial aerospace continues the Administrati  more
Amidst Cost Crisis, Virginia Urges U.S. Trade Representative to Stop Hitting American Consumers and Businesses With Illegal Tariffs
RICHMOND, Virginia, July 11 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release on July 9, 2026: * * * Amidst Cost Crisis, Virginia Urges U.S. Trade Representative to Stop Hitting American Consumers and Businesses with Illegal Tariffs Attorney General Jay Jones and a coalition of 21 other states are urging the United States Trade Representative (USTR) to change course and drop its plan to continue Trump's illegal tariffs. In a comment letter, the states pushed back on the  more
ATA's Chris Spear Joins EPA Administrator to Announce Revised NOx Rule
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 9 [Category: Transportation] -- The American Trucking Associations posted the following news release: * * * ATA's Chris Spear Joins EPA Administrator to Announce Revised NOx Rule * Today, American Trucking Associations President & CEO Chris Spear joined Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin for an event on the National Mall to celebrate the rollback of onerous, unachievable heavy-duty NOx standards implemented by the previous administration. EPA e  more
Beyer Introduces Bill To Help Modernize American Air Travel
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Beyer Introduces Bill To Help Modernize American Air Travel * Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA) introduced the Modernizing Aeronautical Standards Act to study our current aeronautical standards to ensure aircraft are designed to meet present day operating conditions. "The United States Standard Atmosphere is a foundational tool across American aviation, informing everything from aircraft design to runway  more
Bloomberg Law Announces 2026 Unrivaled, Honoring the Nation's Leading Trial Lawyers
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 10 -- Bloomberg Law, a part of Bloomberg, issued the following news release on July 8, 2026: * * * Bloomberg Law Announces 2026 Unrivaled, Honoring the Nation's Leading Trial Lawyers Bloomberg Law today announced the 2026 edition of Unrivaled, its annual award recognizing exceptional trial lawyers who are setting the standard for success in high-stakes litigation and impactful settlements. Representing leading national, international, and regional law firms, this ye  more
BLS Mid-Atlantic Region Issues Report on Occupational Employment and Wages in Richmond May 2025
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, July 10 (TNSLrpt) -- Occupational Employment and Wages in Richmond May 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Mid-Atlantic Region * * * Workers in the Richmond, VA Metropolitan Statistical Area had an average (mean) hourly wage of $32.89 in May 2026, compared to the nationwide average of $33.54, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Regional Commissioner Lori Keller noted that higher paying major occupational groups in  more
BLS Mid-Atlantic Region Issues Report on Occupational Employment and Wages in Roanoke May 2025
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, July 10 (TNSLrpt) -- Occupational Employment and Wages in Roanoke May 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Mid-Atlantic Region * * * Workers in the Roanoke, VA Metropolitan Statistical Area had an average (mean) hourly wage of $29.13 in May 2025, compared to the nationwide average of $33.54, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Regional Commissioner Lori Keller noted that higher paying major occupational groups incl  more
BLS Mid-Atlantic Region Issues Report on Occupational Employment and Wages in Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk May 2025
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, July 10 (TNSLrpt) -- Occupational Employment and Wages in Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk May 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Mid-Atlantic Region * * * Workers in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC Metropolitan Statistical Area had an average (mean) hourly wage of $30.83 in May 2025, compared to the nationwide average of $33.54, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Regional Commissioner Lori Keller   more
BLS Southeast Region Issues Report on Occupational Employment and Wages in Kingsport-Bristol, Tenn.-Va. May 2025
ATLANTA, Georgia, July 11 (TNSLrpt) -- Occupational Employment and Wages in Kingsport-Bristol, Tenn.-Va. May 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southeast Region - July 10, 2026 * * * Workers in the Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA Metropolitan Statistical Area had an average (mean) hourly wage of $26.99 in May 2025, compared to the nationwide average of $33.54, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Regional Commissioner Victoria G. Lee noted that hig  more
Center for European Policy Analysis Issues Commentary: Who Watches the Watchers? America's Privacy Bargain Unravels
WASHINGTON, July 11 -- The Center for European Policy Analysis issued the following commentary on July 9, 2026, by senior resident fellow Elly Rostoum: * * * Who Watches the Watchers? America's Privacy Bargain Unravels The Supreme Court narrowed government surveillance of Americans' personal data while stripping away a check on the president's power. - The Supreme Court issued two seemingly unrelated decisions: one limiting the power of police to track phone records, and the other strippin  more
Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star holds change-of-command ceremony
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Coast Guard issued the following news release: * * * Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star holds change-of-command ceremony * SEATTLE - The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star (WAGB 10) held a change-of-command ceremony on June 29 at Base Seattle. Rear Adm. Jeffrey Novak, deputy commander of Coast Guard Pacific Area and commander of Coast Guard District Southwest, presided over the ceremony in which Capt. Justin Vanden Heuvel relieved   more
Common Cause: Trump Fires Entire Bipartisan Election Assistance Commission in Desperate Bid to Undermine Midterms
NEW YORK, July 11 -- Common Cause - New York issued the following news release on July 10, 2026: * * * Trump Fires Entire Bipartisan Election Assistance Commission in Desperate Bid to Undermine Midterms Common Cause vows to defend voters and local election officials against interference - Last night, President Trump fired every single member of the bipartisan Election Assistance Commission (EAC), a critical federal agency that equips state and local officials with the resources and support   more
Congress Should Prioritize Medicaid Integrity Bill
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 10 [Category: Sociological] -- LIBRE Initiative issued the following news release: * * * Congress Should Prioritize Medicaid Integrity Bill * ARLINGTON, VA -Today, The LIBRE Initiative and Americans for Prosperity announced their support for the Medicaid RAC Improvement Act of 2026, introduced by Rep. Gus Bilirakis (FL-12), in calling on Congress to pass this critical legislation to strengthen Medicaid program integrity, close oversight gaps, and ensure taxpayer dol  more
DPVA Chairman Lamont Bagby Issues Statement on the Trump DOJ's Deployment of Election Monitors in Virginia
RICHMOND, Virginia, July 10 -- The Virginia Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * DPVA Chairman Lamont Bagby Issues Statement on the Trump DOJ's Deployment of Election Monitors in Virginia * RICHMOND, VA \- DPVA Chairman Senator Lamont Bagby issues the following statement regarding the Trump DOJ's decision to deploy election monitors in Virginia during the primary elections. "Virginia has a long history of conducting secure, fair, and transparent elections. The trust of  more
Election Month Ruling By Supreme Court Regrettable
FAIRFAX, Virginia, June 29 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- Americans for Limited Government posted the following statement: * * * Election Month Ruling By Supreme Court Regrettable Americans for Limited Government Executive Director Robert Romano today issued the following statement on the Supreme Court's ruling in Watson v. Republican National Committee : "In an apparent bid to avert Democrats' threatened Supreme Court packing scheme, Republican-appointed justices John Rober  more
Engine Technology Forum Launches "Engines Power America at 250" Initiative
FREDERICK, Maryland, July 6 -- The Engine Technology Forum issued the following news release: * * * Engine Technology Forum Launches "Engines Power America at 250" Initiative Initiative highlights the essential role of engine technology in America's past, present, and future. - As the United States commemorates its 250th anniversary, the Engine Technology Forum (ETF) is proud to spotlight the vital role that engine technology has played in powering American progress throughout the nation's  more
Entrepreneurs' Organization: Founder Who Puts Wealth in the Hands of Women
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 11 -- Entrepreneurs' Organization issued the following statement on July 10, 2026, by contributing writer Diana Holquist: * * * A Founder Who Puts Wealth in the Hands of Women Bhavya Kalsi (EO Uganda) did not set out to become a champion for female entrepreneurs. But after several businesses, two continents, two children, and one pandemic, she could not imagine doing anything else. It was 2020, and the world was locked down. Bhavya Kalsi's brick-and-mortar business  more
Extreme Heat Pushes Electrical Systems to Their Limit. Standards Determine What Happens Next.
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 9 [Category: Industrial Materials] -- The National Electrical Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * Extreme Heat Pushes Electrical Systems to Their Limit. Standards Determine What Happens Next. * By Patrick Hughes, NEMA SVP of Strategy, Technical, and Industry Affairs On June 30, the Trump Administration declared a power emergency for the PJM Interconnection -the nation's largest energy grid, serving 67 million people across 13 states   more
From no team to Nationals, meet the students who revived George Mason's quiz bowl team
FAIRFAX, Virginia, July 9 -- George Mason University issued the following news: * * * From no team to Nationals, meet the students who revived George Mason's quiz bowl team * Answer: This quiz bowl team went from nonexistent to nationally placed over the span of three years. Question: What is George Mason University? This year, George Mason's intercollegiate quiz bowl team debuted on the national stage. Their A-Team won two major tournaments-the first ever won in the university's quiz bowl  more
General Dynamics to Webcast 2026 Second-Quarter Financial Results Conference Call
RESTON, Virginia, July 9 [Category: BizNational Defense] -- General Dynamics issued the following news release: * * * General Dynamics to Webcast 2026 Second-Quarter Financial Results Conference Call * RESTON, Va. - General Dynamics (NYSE: GD) will webcast its second-quarter financial results conference call on Wednesday, July 29, beginning at 9 a.m. EDT. The live webcast of the conference call will be available at www.gd.com. A replay will be available shortly after the live presentation.  more
George Mason career fair helps create accessible pathways to employment
FAIRFAX, Virginia, July 9 -- George Mason University issued the following news: * * * George Mason career fair helps create accessible pathways to employment * Many of George Mason University's career fairs are large multi-day events, hosting hundreds of employers and capping the number of students in attendance each day. On a Friday in April, there was a smaller version of a career fair, hosted in the Johnson Center Bistro, for participants in the Mason Autism Support Initiative (MASI) and   more
George Mason University authorized to host State Climate Office
FAIRFAX, Virginia, July 9 -- George Mason University issued the following news: * * * George Mason University authorized to host State Climate Office * George Mason University is authorized to host the Virginia State Climate Office, thanks to a provision in the new state budget effective July 1, 2026. The office is charged with developing and delivering data, analyses, assessments, and expertise about Virginia's weather- and climate-related impacts, risks, and risk management options to stat  more
Governor Spanberger Announces 9th Cohort of the Virginia Management Fellows Program
RICHMOND, Virginia, July 10 -- Gov. Abigail Spanberger, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Spanberger Announces 9th Cohort of the Virginia Management Fellows Program * RICHMOND, VA -Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced the ninth cohort of the Virginia Management Fellows (VMF) Program. Established in 2017, the VMF Program is a nationally recognized management and leadership succession pipeline aimed at attracting, developing, and launching the next generation  more
Governor Spanberger Statement on Virginia Rising to #3 in CNBC's "America's Top States for Business" Rankings
RICHMOND, Virginia, July 9 -- Gov. Abigail Spanberger, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Spanberger Statement on Virginia Rising to #3 in CNBC's "America's Top States for Business" Rankings * RICHMOND, VA -Governor Abigail Spanberger announced today that Virginia is #3 in CNBC's annual "America's Top States for Business" rankings, rising from last year. "Since I took office, I have been focused on growing a stronger, more resilient economy -despite the economic   more
Highlanders in the News: Week of July 6, 2026
RADFORD, Virginia, July 9 -- Radford University issued the following news release: * * * Highlanders in the News: Week of July 6, 2026 * Our Highlanders are using their education to do extraordinary things. In this column, we highlight some notable mentions from local, regional, national and international news media. Whether our students, alumni, faculty and staff are featured as subject matter experts in high-profile stories or simply helping make the world a better place, we'll feature the  more
House Education & Workforce Ranking Member Scott Issues Statement on Committee Republicans' Move to Dismantle the Department of Education
WASHINGTON, July 11 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, ranking member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following statement on July 10, 2026: * * * Ranking Member Scott Statement on Committee Republicans' Move to Dismantle the Department of Education Ranking Member Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (VA-03), House Committee on Education and Workforce, released the following statement after Committee Republicans announced ten bills that would codify President Trump's Project 20  more
ICYMI: Governor Spanberger Takes Action to Protect Virginians from Federal Healthcare & Food Cuts
RICHMOND, Virginia, July 10 -- Gov. Abigail Spanberger, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Governor Spanberger Takes Action to Protect Virginians from Federal Healthcare & Food Cuts * RICHMOND, VA -With President Trump driving up costs and jeopardizing healthcare for families across the Commonwealth, Governor Abigail Spanberger continues to focus on protecting Virginians' access to healthcare coverage. On Tuesday, Governor Spanberger brought together key healthcare  more
ICYMI: Virginia Rises to #3 in CNBC'S "America's Top States for Business" Rankings
RICHMOND, Virginia, July 10 -- Gov. Abigail Spanberger, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Virginia Rises to #3 in CNBC'S "America's Top States for Business" Rankings Governor Spanberger yesterday highlighted Virginia's rise to #3 in CNBC's "America's Top States for Business" rankings -and pledged to continue her bipartisan focus on attracting new investment, lowering costs for families and businesses, and building a stronger, more resilient economy in the face of eco  more
K-9's Hot Car Death Prompts PETA Plea to Junction City Police: Replace Dogs With Technology
NORFOLK, Virginia, July 11 -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * K-9's Hot Car Death Prompts PETA Plea to Junction City Police: Replace Dogs With Technology Junction City, Kan. - Following the death of Vethos, a K-9 who died after he was reportedly left unattended in a hot patrol vehicle on Monday, PETA sent a letter today to Junction City Police Chief Kirt Nichols, urging him to help protect other dogs by phasing out the use of K-9s. In the l  more
Linked by LinkedIn - to a job with Amazon
RADFORD, Virginia, July 9 -- Radford University issued the following news release: * * * Linked by LinkedIn - to a job with Amazon * During her sophomore year, Loisy Frimpong '26 received a LinkedIn message from someone claiming to be an Amazon recruiter. She initially ignored the message, believing that it was spam. However, after mentioning the message to a friend, this suspicious message opened the door to initiate her career. Frimpong's LinkedIn profile was what you might expect from a  more
Mars Impact Fund Commits $1M to World Central Kitchen to Support Earthquake Relief Efforts in Venezuela
MCLEAN, Virginia, July 11 -- Mars Inc., a manufacturer of snacks, food and pet care products and services issued the following news release on July 10, 2026: * * * Mars Impact Fund commits $1M to World Central Kitchen to support earthquake relief efforts in Venezuela * The grant awarded to World Central Kitchen will help provide more than 200,000 meals for families in Venezuela following catastrophic dual earthquakes. * Mars South American businesses are also supporting canine search-and-res  more
MISMO Publishes White Paper, Roadmap for Scaling Digital Mortgage Adoption Through eClosing
WASHINGTON, July 9 [Category: Financial Services] -- MISMO, a subsidiary of the Mortgage Bankers Association, posted the following news: * * * MISMO Publishes White Paper, Roadmap for Scaling Digital Mortgage Adoption Through eClosing * WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 9, 2026) - MISMO (r), the real estate finance industry's standards organization, today announced the release of its new white paper, "From Paper to Performance: How eNotes and eClosing Streamline Liquidity." The paper provides guidance   more
NCPC Approves New Monumental Arch Preliminary Site and Building Plans
WASHINGTON, July 11 -- The National Capital Planning Commission issued the following news release July 10, 2026: * * * NCPC Approves New Monumental Arch Preliminary Site and Building Plans Commission Approves St. Elizabeths West Campus Gate 7 Garage Plans - At its Thursday, July 9 meeting the National Capital Planning Commission approved preliminary site and building plans submitted by the U.S. Department of the Interior for a New Monumental Arch, with comments to be addressed prior to fina  more
NCUA Highlights Anti-Fraud and Other Updates in FinCEN's Revised 314(b) Program Guidance
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 10 -- The National Credit Union Administration issued the following news release: * * * NCUA Highlights Anti-Fraud and Other Updates in FinCEN's Revised 314(b) Program Guidance * Credit Unions May Benefit from Recently Revised Guidance on Information Sharing Available Through Section 314(b) of the USA Patriot Act to Combat Fraud and Other Illicit Activity Alexandria, VA (July 10, 2026) - The National Credit Union Administration is highlighting anti-fraud and othe  more
Nebraska State Senator to Testify at Intelligence Committee Hearing This Week
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Rep. Rick Crawford, R-Arkansas, chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, issued the following news release on July 9, 2026: * * * Crawford Announces Open Full Committee Hearing to Examine States on the Frontlines of Counterintelligence Today, House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman Rick Crawford (AR-01) announced an open full Committee hearing for Wednesday, July 15 at 2:00 PM ET to examine how states across the country are see  more
New Mexico Launches Statewide Energy Dashboard
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 11 -- The National Association of State Energy Officials posted the following news on July 9, 2026: * * * New Mexico Launches Statewide Energy Dashboard By Liepa Braciulyte, NASEO In May 2026, the New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD), along with the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology, launched a first-of-its kind energy dashboard. Titled "Data for the Energy Transition, Economy, Climate Change and Technologies" (DETECT), th  more
New York Announces $24 Million Available Through Grid Enhancing Technologies Program
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 11 -- The National Association of State Energy Officials posted the following news on July 10, 2026: * * * New York Announces $24 Million Available Through Grid Enhancing Technologies Program By Camille Norton, NASEO On June 25, 2026, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) announced $24 million in funding available to modernize the grid through NYSERDA's Grid Enhancing Technologies program. By supporting projects that improve low-cost  more
Palumbo named MSU interim athletic director
EAST LANSING, Michigan, July 10 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Palumbo named MSU interim athletic director * Michigan State University President Kevin M. Guskiewicz, Ph.D., today announced Jon Palumbo as the university's interim director of intercollegiate athletics. "Jon has been an integral part of the innovation of MSU Athletics over the past year, and I have every confidence in his ability to maintain its positive trajectory as interim athletics director,  more
Radford receives state grant to expand teacher apprenticeship program
RADFORD, Virginia, July 9 -- Radford University issued the following news release: * * * Radford receives state grant to expand teacher apprenticeship program * Radford University's College of Education and Human Development has been awarded more than $130,000 in state grant funding to support the continued growth of its registered teacher apprenticeship program. This funding will enable the launch of a third cohort of teacher apprentices beginning in August, further strengthening the univ  more
Radford University expands affordable pathway to teacher licensure
RADFORD, Virginia, July 10 -- Radford University issued the following news release: * * * Radford University expands affordable pathway to teacher licensure * Board of Visitors approves reduced $855 course rate to help more educators enter and remain in the teaching profession Radford University is expanding access to teacher licensure through a newly approved reduced course rate designed to help more people become fully licensed educators and address teacher workforce needs across Virgini  more
Rapid Cortisol Test, Aerial Vehicle Tech and Water Tanks are Among Virginia Commonwealth University Faculty Research Projects Receiving Awards
RICHMOND, Virginia, July 11 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Rapid cortisol test, aerial vehicle tech and water tanks are among VCU faculty research projects receiving new awards Six initiatives are selected in the Commercialization Fund's latest round of funding that helps bring campus innovation to the marketplace. By John Battiston For every hour that a sepsis patient waits for lab results, mortality risk climbs by 7-10%. Those minutes matter profoundl  more
Robyn Lady Elected Fairfax County School Board Chair; Kyle McDaniel Elected Vice Chair
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, July 9 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news: * * * Robyn Lady Elected Fairfax County School Board Chair; Kyle McDaniel Elected Vice Chair * The Fairfax County School Board confirmed its leadership for the 2026-27 school year at its July 9 regular meeting. Robyn Lady (Dranesville District) was elected chair, and Kyle McDaniel (At-Large) was elected vice chair. "I'm deeply honored to serve as chair of the Fairfax County School Board. I look forwa  more
SDSU Dairy Quiz Bowl Team places first at American Dairy Science Association annual conference
BROOKINGS, South Dakota, July 10 -- South Dakota State University posted the following news: * * * SDSU Dairy Quiz Bowl Team places first at American Dairy Science Association annual conference * The South Dakota State University Dairy Quiz Bowl Team claimed the top spot at the American Dairy Science Association's Annual Meeting in Milwaukee June 21-24. The quiz bowl contest held at the conference every year is hosted for undergraduate student teams from across the country. This year's tea  more
Senate Finance Committee Sets July 14 Nomination Hearing
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The Senate Finance Committee issued the following information for a nominations hearing at 11:30 a.m. on July 14, 2026, at 215 Dirksen Senate Office Building: Member Statements * Mike Crapo (R - ID) * Ron Wyden (D - OR) Nominees * Brett Doyle, of Connecticut, to be a Member of the United States International Trade Commission for a term expiring December 16, 2030 * David Foley, Jr., of Virginia, to be a Member of the United States International Trade Commission for a   more
Senate Finance Committee Sets July 16 Nomination Hearing
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The Senate Finance Committee issued the following information for a nominations hearing at 10 a.m. on July 16, 2026, at 215 Dirksen Senate Office Building: Member Statements * Mike Crapo (R - ID) * Ron Wyden (D - OR) Witnesses * Francis Brooke, of Virginia, to be Deputy Secretary of the Treasury, vice Michael Faulkender * Erin Browne, of New York, to be an Under Secretary of the Treasury, vice Jay Curtis Shambaugh, resigned * Sriprakash Kothari, of Massachusetts, to  more
Spotlight On: Lisa Cox
GALLOWAY, New Jersey, July 9 -- Stockton University posted the following news: * * * Spotlight On: Lisa Cox * Galloway, N.J. - For Lisa Cox, storytelling is more than reflection. It is a way to connect people across generations, disciplines and cultures. That belief guided Cox, a professor of Social Work at Stockton University, during her recent Fulbright Teaching Specialist experience at Babes-Bolyai University in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, where she introduced students and faculty to Guided A  more
The Nature Conservancy Temporarily Closes Santa Fe Canyon Preserve Due to Increased Wildlife Activity
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 10 [Category: Environment] -- The Nature Conservancy issued the following news: * * * The Nature Conservancy Temporarily Closes Santa Fe Canyon Preserve Due to Increased Wildlife Activity * The Nature Conservancy (TNC) in New Mexico is temporarily closing Santa Fe Canyon Preserve (SFCP) due to increased wildlife activity in and around the preserve. "This has been a challenging summer for wildlife across New Mexico," said Terry Sullivan, the state director for TNC   more
Trump Fires Entire Bipartisan Election Assistance Commission in Desperate Bid to Undermine Midterms
WASHINGTON, July 10 [Category: ThinkTank] -- Common Cause posted the following news release: * * * Trump Fires Entire Bipartisan Election Assistance Commission in Desperate Bid to Undermine Midterms * Washington, D.C. -Last night, President Trump fired every single member of the bipartisan Election Assistance Commission (EAC), a critical federal agency that equips state and local officials with the resources and support they need to run secure, smooth elections. Common Cause strongly condem  more
Uni-Frame Inventor Peter Shipps, of Pro Vision Design, LLC, Announces Sale of the Intellectual Property for the Uni-Frame(R) Structural Floor Transport System
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, July 10 -- The Modular Building Institute posted the following news release from its affiliate Pro Vision Design, LLC: * * * Uni-Frame Inventor Peter Shipps, of Pro Vision Design, LLC, Announces Sale of the Intellectual Property for the Uni-Frame(R) Structural Floor Transport System Pro Vision Design, LLC, a subsidiary of Shipps Group, LLC, proudly announces the successful sale of the intellectual property (IP) for the Uni-Frame(R) Structural Floor Transport System   more
VCOM Celebrates Humanism in Medical Mentors
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, July 11 -- VCOM - Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine issued the following news: * * * VCOM Celebrates Humanism in Medical Mentors By Lily Collins On June 17, VCOM-Carolinas proudly recognized two outstanding resident physicians for their commitment to humanism, teaching, and patient-centered care through the Arnold P. Gold Foundation Humanism and Excellence in Teaching Award (HETA). Presented by VCOM-Carolinas discipline chair for pediatrics, Hanna Sahhar, MD,   more
Virginia Military Institute: Drone Detection Focus of Cadet Research
LEXINGTON, Virginia, July 11 -- Virginia Military Institute issued the following news: * * * Drone Detection Focus of Cadet Research According to the website, Drone-Warfare, "2025 marked a watershed year in drone warfare, featuring history's first drone battle between nuclear-armed nations, the first combat kill by naval drones against fighter jets, and the first underwater drone attack on a submarine." Understanding the critical need for spotting approaching hostile drones, Rye Jackson '28,   more
Virginia Tech: Economic Development Students Help American Farmland Trust Strengthen Virginia Farms
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, July 11 (TNSrpt) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Economic development students help American Farmland Trust strengthen Virginia farms By Julia Kell Virginia Tech graduate students are helping American Farmland Trust strengthen working farms across the commonwealth by giving the national nonprofit a clearer way to decide where its new Planning for Agriculture in Virginia Toolkit can make the most immediate impact. Working through the university's econ  more
Virginia Tech: Jih-Sheng 'Jason' Lai Inducted as National Academy of Inventors Fellow
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, July 11 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Jih-Sheng 'Jason' Lai inducted as National Academy of Inventors fellow By Niki Hazuda Jih-Sheng "Jason" Lai, a globally recognized researcher in power electronics, has been inducted as a 2025 fellow of the National Academy of Inventors. As the James S. Tucker Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and director of the Future Energy Electr  more
Virginia Tech: Scientists' Credibility Depends on Audience and Perceived Motives
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, July 11 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Scientists' credibility depends on audience and perceived motives A new study identifies five audience 'classes' based on people's perceptions of scientists' credibility. By Felicia Spencer A new study from Virginia Tech found that scientists' credibility often hinges on their perceived motivations. "Our study finds that perceptions of scientists' motivation to serve the public good are the strongest   more
Volkswagen of America Reports Q2 2026 Sales
HERNDON, Virginia, July 11 -- Volkswagen Group of America issued the following news release on July 10, 2026: * * * Volkswagen of America Reports Q2 2026 Sales * Volkswagen Q2 2026 sales increased 24.9% YoY compared to Q2 2025 * Tiguan sales grew 152.5% YoY in Q2 and ID. Buzz sales grew 121.5% YoY * Volkswagen sold 162,961 vehicles in H1 2026, a 2.3% increase from H1 2025 Reston, VA -- Today, Volkswagen of America released sales figures for Q2 2026. * * * About Volkswagen of America Vol  more
Warner Raises Alarm on FBI Diverting Critical Resources to Investigate Debunked Accusations Surrounding 2020 Presidential Election in Georgia
WASHINGTON, July 11 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Warner Raises Alarm on FBI Diverting Critical Resources to Investigate Debunked Accusations Surrounding 2020 Presidential Election in Georgia WASHINGTON - Just a few months away from the 2026 midterm elections, U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA), Vice Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, is demanding answers from reports surrounding the Trump administration diverting personnel and re  more
Warner, Hickenlooper, Colleagues Urge White House to Rescind Political Rule That Hurts American Science, Research
WASHINGTON, July 7 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Warner, Hickenlooper, Colleagues Urge White House to Rescind Political Rule That Hurts American Science, Research U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA), John Hickenlooper (D-CO), and 9 of their Senate colleagues submitted public comment to the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Russ Vought demanding OMB rescind a proposed rule, broadly titled "Regulation for Federal Financial Assista  more
Warner, Kaine Announce Nearly $6 Million in Federal Funding to Modernize 9 Virginia Airports
WASHINGTON, July 7 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Warner, Kaine Announce Nearly $6 Million in Federal Funding to Modernize 9 Virginia Airports WASHINGTON - U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) announced $5,819,548 in federal grant funding to revitalize infrastructure, improve air travel safety, and support the long-term viability of nine local and regional airports across Virginia. This funding comes from the Federal Aviation Administr  more
Warner, Kaine, Colleagues Demand Trump-Vance Administration Release Affordable Housing Construction Funds
WASHINGTON, July 6 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Warner, Kaine, Colleagues Demand Trump-Vance Administration Release Affordable Housing Construction Funds WASHINGTON - U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) joined Sen. Jack Reed (D-RI) and several colleagues in a letter urging the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to unlock community development tools and promptly release $750 million in federal housing construction funds. Earlier   more
Warner, Kaine, Van Hollen, Alsobrooks Press Administration for Answers on Trump's Takeover of DC Golf Courses
WASHINGTON, July 11 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Warner, Kaine, Van Hollen, Alsobrooks Press Administration for Answers on Trump's Takeover of DC Golf Courses WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) and Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks (both D-MD) pressed the Trump Administration for detailed answers to a series of questions on the Department of the Interior's plans for East Potomac Park redevelopment, citing c  more
WeDevelopment Federal Credit Union Conserved
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 10 -- The National Credit Union Administration issued the following news release: * * * WeDevelopment Federal Credit Union Conserved Accounts Remain Protected by Share Insurance Fund; Member Services Uninterrupted  - The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) today placed WeDevelopment Federal Credit Union (FCU) in Kansas City, Missouri, into conservatorship. Member services will continue while NCUA works to resolve issues affecting the credit union's operat  more
William & Mary's VIMS & Batten School unveil new, unified brand identity
WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, July 9 -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * William & Mary's VIMS & Batten School unveil new, unified brand identity * The following story originally appeared on the website for William & Mary's VIMS & Batten School. - Ed. After more than 85 years of advancing coastal and marine science, William & Mary's Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) and Batten School of Coastal & Marine Sciences are launching a new brand identity to better reflect thei  more
William & Mary's VIMS & Batten School unveil new, unified brand identity
GLOUCESTER POINT, Virginia, July 9 -- William and Mary Virginia Institute of Marine Science posted the following news: * * * William & Mary's VIMS & Batten School unveil new, unified brand identity * The refreshed brand strengthens institutional connections and reflects the university's brand hierarchy while preserving the legacy of the Virginia Institute of Marine Science After more than 85 years of advancing coastal and marine science, William & Mary's Virginia Institute of Marine Scien  more
Womack earns Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval for second straight cycle
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, July 9 -- The Defense Health Agency issued the following news: * * * Womack earns Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval for second straight cycle * FORT BRAGG, N.C. - Womack Army Medical Center has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval following a multiday inspection, reaffirming the hospital's commitment to continuous compliance with national patient safety and quality care standards. Col. Stephanie Mont, Hospital Commander, highlighted the deeper me  more