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'Delta loves their people': A Res & Care agent reflects on his 27-year career in travel
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 6 [Category: BizTravel] -- Delta Air Lines posted the following news: * * * 'Delta loves their people': A Res & Care agent reflects on his 27-year career in travel * Arron Harrell grew up in Idaho and yearned to travel for most of his life. That desire led him to the International Air and Hospitality Academy in Vancouver, Washington, where he learned how to work everything from the ticket counter and gates to the ramp and reservations. Delta hired him as soon as he g  more
Albany State University Hosts Annual Faculty and Staff Conference Ahead of Fall Semester
ALBANY, Georgia, Aug. 7 -- Albany State University posted the following news: * * * Albany State University Hosts Annual Faculty and Staff Conference Ahead of Fall Semester * Media Contact: Dr. Rachel Lawrence, media@asurams.edu ALBANY, Ga., August 7, 2026 -Albany State University (ASU) hosted its Annual Faculty and Staff Conference to prepare for the upcoming Fall 2026 semester, which begins August 17. The conference, centered on the theme "Faculty, Staff & Community: Transforming the Futu  more
Alston & Bird Tops GlobalData Ranking for Financial Services M&A in First Half of 2026
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 8 -- Alston and Bird, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Alston & Bird Tops GlobalData Ranking for Financial Services M&A in First Half of 2026 Alston & Bird ranked first among legal advisers for the number of financial services M&A transactions during the first half of 2026, according to new data from GlobalData. The firm advised on 23 deals, the highest volume among all legal advisers tracked in the report. The ranking follows Alston & Bird's #1   more
APRES Highlights Practical Research and Emerging Innovations for Peanut Growers
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 7 [Category: Agriculture] -- The National Peanut Board issued the following news: * * * APRES Highlights Practical Research and Emerging Innovations for Peanut Growers By DeMarquine Houston The 58th Annual American Peanut Research & Education Society (APRES) meeting brought together researchers, industry leaders and students in San Juan, Puerto Rico, to share the latest advancements in peanut research and production. Representing the National Peanut Board (NPB), Resear  more
Attorney General Hanaway Urges Congress to Strengthen Federal Penalties for ATM Attacks
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Aug. 7 -- Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Hanaway Urges Congress to Strengthen Federal Penalties for ATM Attacks * Today, Attorney General Hanaway announced that she has joined a 15-state coalition in urging Congress to pass S. 3798, the Safe Access to Cash Act. The legislation would strengthen efforts to prosecute organized crime rings that are robbing automated teller machines (ATMs) nationwide.  more
Attorney General McCuskey leads states in urging the EPA to cut bureaucratic red tape slowing infrastructure projects
CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Aug. 7 -- West Virginia Attorney General John B. McCuskey posted the following news release: * * * Attorney General McCuskey leads states in urging the EPA to cut bureaucratic red tape slowing infrastructure projects * Attorney General JB McCuskey is leading a coalition of 21 states supporting the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposal to rewrite how the agency handles the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) reviews. Since it was signed into l  more
Banks tapped for new Libraries & Archives deanship
COLUMBUS, Georgia, Aug. 6 -- Columbus State University posted the following news: * * * Banks tapped for new Libraries & Archives deanship * Columbus State University has appointed Dr. Bryan Banks as the dean of Libraries & Archives. A member of the university's faculty since 2018, he has served as interim dean of Libraries & Graduate School since 2024. In his new role, Banks will lead the CSU library network's strategic vision, academic planning and operations. This network features the Si  more
Belarus: Imprisonment and exile of journalists continues six years on from the fraudulent presidential election
BRUSSELS, Belgium, Aug. 7 -- The European Federation of Journalists posted the following news: * * * Belarus: Imprisonment and exile of journalists continues six years on from the fraudulent presidential election * Six years on from the fraudulent Belarusian elections of 9 August 2020, the crackdown on press freedom in Belarus has intensified, with 21 journalists currently imprisoned and those in exile facing intimidation. The International and European Federations of Journalists (IFJ-EFJ) j  more
Belarus: Imprisonment and exile of journalists continues six years on from the fraudulent presidential election
BRUSSELS, Belgium, Aug. 7 [Category: Media] -- The International Federation of Journalists posted the following news release: * * * Belarus: Imprisonment and exile of journalists continues six years on from the fraudulent presidential election * Six years on from the fraudulent Belarusian elections of 9 August 2020, the crackdown on press freedom in Belarus has intensified, with 21 journalists currently imprisoned and those in exile facing intimidation. The International and European Federat  more
BLS Southeast Region Issues Report on Business Employment Dynamics in Alabama Fourth Quarter 2025
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 7 (TNSLrpt) -- Business Employment Dynamics in Alabama Fourth Quarter 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southeast Region * * * From September 2025 to December 2025, gross job gains from opening and expanding private-sector establishments in Alabama were 105,062, while gross job losses from closing and contracting private-sector establishments were 93,120, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Regional Commissioner Vict  more
BLS Southeast Region Issues Report on Business Employment Dynamics in Florida Fourth Quarter 2025
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 7 (TNSLrpt) -- Business Employment Dynamics in Florida Fourth Quarter 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southeast Region * * * From September 2025 to December 2025, gross job gains from opening and expanding private-sector establishments in Florida were 519,408, while gross job losses from closing and contracting private-sector establishments were 498,999, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Regional Commissioner Vic  more
BLS Southeast Region Issues Report on Business Employment Dynamics in Georgia Fourth Quarter 2025
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 7 (TNSLrpt) -- Business Employment Dynamics in Georgia Fourth Quarter 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southeast Region * * * From September 2025 to December 2025, gross job gains from opening and expanding private-sector establishments in Georgia were 248,272, while gross job losses from closing and contracting private-sector establishments were 228,446, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Regional Commissioner Vic  more
BLS Southeast Region Issues Report on Business Employment Dynamics in Kentucky Fourth Quarter 2025
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 7 (TNSLrpt) -- Business Employment Dynamics in Kentucky Fourth Quarter 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southeast Region * * * From September 2025 to December 2025, gross job gains from opening and expanding private-sector establishments in Kentucky were 89,043, while gross job losses from closing and contracting private-sector establishments were 84,843, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Regional Commissioner Vic  more
BLS Southeast Region Issues Report on Business Employment Dynamics in Mississippi Fourth Quarter 2025
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 7 (TNSLrpt) -- Business Employment Dynamics in Mississippi Fourth Quarter 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southeast Region * * * From September 2025 to December 2025, gross job gains from opening and expanding private-sector establishments in Mississippi were 60,684, while gross job losses from closing and contracting private-sector establishments were 54,989, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Regional Commission  more
BLS Southeast Region Issues Report on Business Employment Dynamics in North Carolina Fourth Quarter 2025
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 7 (TNSLrpt) -- Business Employment Dynamics in North Carolina Fourth Quarter 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southeast Region * * * From September 2025 to December 2025, gross job gains from opening and expanding private-sector establishments in North Carolina were 251,507, while gross job losses from closing and contracting private-sector establishments were 212,979, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Regional Co  more
BLS Southeast Region Issues Report on Business Employment Dynamics in South Carolina Fourth Quarter 2025
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 7 (TNSLrpt) -- Business Employment Dynamics in South Carolina Fourth Quarter 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southeast Region * * * From September 2025 to December 2025, gross job gains from opening and expanding private-sector establishments in South Carolina were 130,511, while gross job losses from closing and contracting private-sector establishments were 107,896, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Regional Co  more
BLS Southeast Region Issues Report on Business Employment Dynamics in Tennessee Fourth Quarter 2025
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 7 (TNSLrpt) -- Business Employment Dynamics in Tennessee Fourth Quarter 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southeast Region * * * From September 2025 to December 2025, gross job gains from opening and expanding private-sector establishments in Tennessee were 176,311, while gross job losses from closing and contracting private-sector establishments were 146,925, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Regional Commissioner  more
CARE providing emergency support for women and families impacted by Washington state wildfires
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 6 [Category: Sociological] -- Care, an organization that says it is dedicated to ending poverty, issued the following news release: * * * CARE providing emergency support for women and families impacted by Washington state wildfires * Atlanta, Ga, August 6, 2026 -In response to the devastating wildfires in Washington state, CARE, the global humanitarian organization behind the original CARE PACKAGE(r), is supporting local partners in the Spokane area with emergency hyg  more
CDC Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report: Poisoning Deaths in a Workshop for Ceremonial Papermaking -- China, May 2025
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued the following document as part of its Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (No. 30) on August 6, 2026, entitled "Poisoning Deaths in a Workshop for Ceremonial Papermaking -- China, May 2025.": Here are excerpts: * * * Summary What is already known about this topic? Toxic gas production is a recognized hazard in the papermaking process. Deaths from occupat  more
CDC Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report: Trends in Emergency Department Visits Involving Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome Identified Using a New Diagnosis Code -- United States, January 2023-May 2026
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued the following document as part of its Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (No. 30) on August 6, 2026, entitled "Trends in Emergency Department Visits Involving Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome Identified Using a New Diagnosis Code -- United States, January 2023-May 2026.": Here are excerpts: * * * Summary What is already known about this topic? The prevalen  more
Data Centers & Water Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 3)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49057) on July 31, 2026, entitled "Data Centers and Water - Frequently Asked Questions:" (Continued from Part 1 of 3) * * * Water Sources and Authorities What Are the Potential Water Sources Available for Data Centers?/14 Operators of data centers can acquire water from several sources. Commonly used sources include municipal drinking water systems; treated wastewater, which can be referred   more
Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee: Race Raters Shift Four Senate Races Toward Democrats as Momentum Builds for Democrats
WASHINGTON, Aug. 8 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release on Aug. 7, 2026: * * * Race Raters Shift FOUR Senate Races Toward Democrats as Momentum Builds for Democrats Analysts at Inside Elections shift Georgia, Iowa, North Carolina, and Texas Senate races toward Democrats, citing toxic GOP agenda and flawed Republican candidates With less than 90 days to go until the midterm elections, Republicans are losing ground across the country as Democrats co  more
Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee: Three Months Out - Toxic GOP Health Care Records Define the Midterms as Millions Lose Care, Hospitals Struggle, and Costs Spike
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * THREE MONTHS OUT: Toxic GOP Health Care Records Define the Midterms as Millions Lose Care, Hospitals Struggle, and Costs Spike With just three months until the midterm elections, reporting across battleground states highlights how Republicans are set to face the "political consequences" of their ongoing toxic, rip-away-health-care agenda, which has provided Democrats wit  more
Eight IU Southeast faculty, researchers, librarian receive promotions, tenure
NEW ALBANY, Indiana, Aug. 6 -- Indiana University Southeast campus posted the following news: * * * Eight IU Southeast faculty, researchers, librarian receive promotions, tenure * The Trustees of Indiana University approved promotions and tenure applications at their June 12, 2026, board meeting. Approved promotion in rank or tenure for faculty members, librarians, and researchers at Indiana University Southeast, were effective July 1, 2026. Faculty members and researchers approved for pro  more
Emergency Response Updates: Washington Wildfires, Venezuela Earthquake, and More
SANTA BARBARA, California, Aug. 7 [Category: Health Care] -- Direct Relief posted the following news: * * * Emergency Response Updates: Washington Wildfires, Venezuela Earthquake, and More * Over the past week, Direct Relief has delivered 316 shipments of requested medical aid to 38 U.S. states and territories and 23 countries worldwide. The shipments contained 16.6 million defined daily doses of medication. Medications and supplies shipped this week included diabetes treatments, rare disea  more
FEC Issues Digest for Week of Aug. 3-7, 2026
WASHINGTON, Aug. 8 -- The Federal Election Commission issued the following weekly digest: * * * Commission meetings and hearings No open meetings or executive sessions were scheduled this week. * * * Litigation Campbell v. FEC (Case No. 26-10849) On August 3, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan issued an Order Granting Unopposed Motion for Leave to File a Response. Lewicki, et al. v. FEC (Case No. 24-2505) On August 3, Plaintiffs filed a Combined Reply in Support   more
FHU to Host 2026 Annual Golf Scramble at Chickasaw Golf Course
HENDERSON, Tennessee, Aug. 7 -- Freed-Hardeman University posted the following news: * * * FHU to Host 2026 Annual Golf Scramble at Chickasaw Golf Course * HENDERSON, Tenn. -(Aug. 7, 2026) -Freed-Hardeman University is inviting golfers, alumni, friends and community supporters to tee off for the 2026 Annual Golf Scramble at 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at Chickasaw Golf Course. The four-person scramble is one of the FHU Golf Program's premier fundraising events. Team registration is $500 and in  more
Fisher Phillips Issues Insight: California Employer Guide to Latest Update on Proposed PAGA Regulations - 7 Key Points on the LWDA's New Modifications
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 8 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following insight on Aug. 7, 2026: * * * California Employer Guide to Latest Update on Proposed PAGA Regulations: 7 Key Points on the LWDA's New Modifications California officials just announced significant changes to a proposed rule that aims to clarify administrative requirements and procedures under California's Private Attorneys General Act of 2004 (PAGA). The original version of the proposed rule brought a mixed bag for   more
Fisher Phillips Issues Insight: What Do Colorado Employers Need to Know About New I-9-Related Duties? 6 Steps to Compliance
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 8 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following insight on Aug. 7, 2026: * * * What Do Colorado Employers Need to Know About New I-9-Related Duties? 6 Steps to Compliance Colorado employers now face a new layer of obligations when reviewing identity and work authorization documents. A recently enacted Colorado law restricts how long employers may hold original government-issued identification and requires a new written notice whenever an employer verifies employm  more
Five-Year Offshore Oil & Gas Leasing Program - Status & Issues in Brief Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R44692) on July 29, 2026, entitled "Five-Year Offshore Oil and Gas Leasing Program: Status and Issues in Brief" by natural resources policy specialist Laura B. Comay. Here are excerpts: * * * Contents Leasing Program Status ... 1 Change to Framework for Environmental Analysis ... 3 P.L. 119-21: Lease Sales Outside the Five-Year Program ... 4 Selected Issues for Congress ... 4 Issues Relate  more
Foundation for Pediatric Progress: Alison Cernich, Ph.D., Builds Shriners Children's Newest Research Institute
TAMPA, Florida, Aug. 5 -- The Shriners Hospitals for Children issued the following news: * * * A Foundation for Pediatric Progress: Alison Cernich, Ph.D., Builds Shriners Children's Newest Research Institute Right now, at Science Square in Atlanta, teams are assembling to build out two and a half floors that will eventually hold 150,000 square feet of laboratory space for Shriners Children's Research Institute, the first building in the international nonprofit healthcare system built solely f  more
Ga. Dept. of Audits & Accounts: Macon County Board of Education FYE 2025 Audit Report
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 7 -- The Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts issued the following report entitled "Macon County Board of Education FYE 2025 Audit Report." Here are excerpts: * * * Report on the Audit of the Financial Statements Opinions We have audited the accompanying financial statements of the governmental activities, each major fund, and fiduciary activities of the Macon County Board of Education (School District) as of and for the year ended June 30, 2025, and the related   more
Ga. Dept. of Audits & Accounts: Metropolitan Regional Educational Service Agency FYE 2024 Audit Report
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 7 -- The Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts issued the following report entitled "Metropolitan Regional Educational Service Agency FYE 2024 Audit Report." Here are excerpts: * * * Opinion We have audited the Statement of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund Balance and the related notes (financial statement) of the Metropolitan Regional Educational Service Agency (RESA), a component unit of the State of Georgia, as of and for the year ended June 30, 2024.  more
Ga. Dept. of Audits & Accounts: Northeast Georgia Regional Educational Service Agency
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 7 -- The Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts issued the following report entitled "Northeast Georgia Regional Educational Service Agency." Here are excerpts: * * * Opinion We have audited the Statement of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund Balance and the related notes (financial statement) of the Northeast Georgia Regional Educational Service Agency (RESA), a component unit of the State of Georgia, as of and for the year ended June 30, 2025. In our opi  more
Ga. Dept. of Audits & Accounts: Seminole County Board of Education FYE 2025 Audit Report
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 7 -- The Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts issued the following report entitled "Seminole County Board of Education FYE 2025 Audit Report." Here are excerpts: * * * Report on the Audit of the Financial Statements Opinions We have audited the accompanying financial statements of the governmental activities and each major fund of the Seminole County Board of Education (School District) as of and for the year ended June 30, 2025, and the related notes to the fina  more
Ga. Gov. Kemp: Siemens Plans 1,400+ New Jobs in Jackson County
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 8 -- Gov. Brian P. Kemp, R-Georgia, issued the following news release on Aug. 7, 2026: * * * Gov. Kemp: Siemens Plans 1,400+ New Jobs in Jackson County Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Siemens is planning to create more than 1,400 jobs at its new advanced manufacturing facility in Pendergrass over the next three years. The project represents at least $185 million in investment in Jackson County, pending final approvals. "For 140 years, Siemens has been a val  more
GDOT names roundabout in memory of late GCSU student Abby Savoie
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia, Aug. 7 -- Georgia College posted the following news: * * * GDOT names roundabout in memory of late GCSU student Abby Savoie * By Amanda Respess O n Oct. 21, 2022, Georgia College & State University sophomore Abigail "Abby" Savoie was driving back to campus when she was struck and killed by a driver who ran a stop sign near Jackson, Georgia. The Abby Savoie Circle of Hope - a traffic roundabout that replaced the dangerous intersection where Abby died - has now been c  more
Georgia Southern Ranked One of Forbes' America's Best Employers for Women 2026
STATESBORO, Georgia, Aug. 8 -- Georgia Southern University issued the following news release: * * * Georgia Southern ranked one of Forbes' America's Best Employers for Women 2026 Forbes Magazine has named Georgia Southern University as one of America's Best Employers for Women in 2026. On August 4, 2026, Forbes released the names of employers across the United States committed to providing pay equity, career development opportunities, parental leave, work-life balance, childcare and elderca  more
Georgia Tech Strengthens Atlanta's Innovation Ecosystem Through Tech Square Tech Hop and Avant South
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 8 -- The Georgia Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * Georgia Tech Strengthens Atlanta's Innovation Ecosystem Through Tech Square Tech Hop and Avant South Tech Square Tech Hop and Avant South showcase Georgia Tech's leadership in strengthening Atlanta's growing innovation ecosystem. - As Atlanta continues to grow as one of the nation's leading technology and innovation hubs, Georgia Tech is helping to shape that growth through strategic partnership  more
Georgia: One Year After Sentencing, IPI Renews Call for Release of Mzia Amaglobeli
VIENNA, Austria, Aug. 7 -- The International Press Institute issued the following news on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * Georgia: One year after sentencing, IPI renews call for release of Mzia Amaglobeli Georgian media founder and journalist behind bars for more than one and a half years - The International Press Institute (IPI) today marks one year since the sentencing of World Press Freedom Hero Mzia Amaglobeli to two years of imprisonment in Georgia and renews our call for her immediate release. A  more
GIFFORDS PAC endorses slate of top gubernatorial candidates in key races
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 [Category: Political] -- Giffords, an organization dedicated to saving lives from gun violence, posted the following statement: * * * GIFFORDS PAC endorses slate of top gubernatorial candidates in key races GIFFORDS PAC, the national gun violence prevention organization led by former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, released the following statement endorsing three candidates in key gubernatorial races across the country. GIFFORDS PAC is endorsing Phil Weiser (CO), Keisha L  more
Gov. Reynolds, Permitting Council announce agreement to streamline permitting
DES MOINES, Iowa, Aug. 6 -- Gov. Kim Reynolds, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Reynolds, Permitting Council announce agreement to streamline permitting * Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds and Emily Domenech, Executive Director of the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council (Permitting Council), signed a formal Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), to coordinate and streamline federal and state permitting. The agreement commits the state to opt in to the FAST-41 process an  more
Health Wanted: Peptides
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 7 -- Emory University Rollins School of Public Health posted the following news release: * * * Health Wanted: Peptides * #The Episode It's no longer just for bodybuilders and diabetics-it feels like everyone in America is self-injecting for aesthetics or health. This week on Health Wanted, the (pep)tide is high, but we're holding on. We're gonna be your number one...source for getting up to speed on the science behind the newest injectables craze. Listen now #The   more
ISU History Professor Featured on Journal of American History Podcast
POCATELLO, Idaho, Aug. 6 -- Idaho State University posted the following news: * * * ISU History Professor Featured on Journal of American History Podcast * Dr. Marie Stango, associate professor of history at ISU, was featured on the Journal of American History's podcast. Dr. Stango talked about her course, Women in U.S. History at ISU, and discussed innovative teaching strategies and assignments, including her years-long collaboration with the National Endowment for the Humanities-funded res  more
Kennesaw State professor earns national award for contribution to education
KENNESAW, Georgia, Aug. 7 -- Kennesaw State University posted the following news release: * * * Kennesaw State professor earns national award for contribution to education * KENNESAW, Ga. | Aug 7, 2026 Kennesaw State University professor Erik Malewski has received a national award for his decades of contribution to teaching and learning. A professor of curriculum studies in the Clarice C. and Leland H. Bagwell College of Education, Malewski has been selected to receive the Curriculum & Ped  more
Lifepoint Health: Private equity joint venture hospitals
CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 6 [Category: Business] -- The Private Equity Stakeholder Project issued the following news: * * * Lifepoint Health: Private equity joint venture hospitals * Private equity's expansion into healthcare is increasingly happening through joint ventures with nonprofit health systems rather than traditional acquisitions. Our recent report, Private equity's joint venture takeover of nonprofit healthcare, examines this growing ownership model and the questions it raises for p  more
Livingston to lead Faculty Senate, Cannon continues chairing Staff Council
COLUMBUS, Georgia, Aug. 7 -- Columbus State University posted the following news: * * * Livingston to lead Faculty Senate, Cannon continues chairing Staff Council * Columbus State University's Faculty Senate begins the 2026-27 academic year with Dr. Judith Livingston serving as its executive officer, and Katherine Cannon, GCPCA continues to chair the Staff Council for a second consecutive year. Livingston, Faculty Senate Livingston will serve as the Faculty Senate's executive officer. The   more
MGA Honors Outstanding Faculty and Staff At 2026 Honors Convocation
MACON, Georgia, Aug. 7 -- Middle Georgia State University posted the following news: * * * MGA Honors Outstanding Faculty and Staff At 2026 Honors Convocation * Macon, GA Middle Georgia State University (MGA) recognized outstanding faculty and staff members during its 2026 Fall Convocation, celebrating individuals whose dedication to teaching, scholarship, service, and campus leadership exemplifies the University's commitment to excellence. The Champion Award, presented to a staff member w  more
National Peanut Board Approves FY-27 Plans for Continuing Industry Momentum
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 8 [Category: Agriculture] -- The National Peanut Board issued the following news: * * * National Peanut Board Approves FY-27 Plans for Continuing Industry Momentum U.S. peanut growers on the National Peanut Board (NPB) unanimously approved the proposed fiscal year 2027 (FY-27) Program of Work and $13.1 million budget during the 2026 Board Meeting that took place from July 27 - 30 in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Building on the strong progress of FY-26, representatives   more
NPB Board Member Lonnie Fortner Named 2026 Peanut Efficiency Award Winner
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 7 [Category: Agriculture] -- The National Peanut Board issued the following news: * * * NPB Board Member Lonnie Fortner Named 2026 Peanut Efficiency Award Winner The National Peanut Board congratulates our member Lonnie Fortner on being named the 2026 Peanut Efficiency Award winner for the Delta region by Farm Press. Presented annually, the Peanut Efficiency Awards recognize U.S. peanut producers who exemplify excellence in production efficiency, sustainability and inn  more
NPB Highlights School Nutrition Strategies at National Conference
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 8 [Category: Agriculture] -- The National Peanut Board issued the following news: * * * NPB Highlights School Nutrition Strategies at National Conference The National Peanut Board (NPB) continues to remove barriers to peanut consumption by empowering K-12 foodservice professionals to serve more peanuts in more ways. That mission took center stage at the School Nutrition Association's Annual National Conference (SNA ANC), held July 13-15 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Th  more
Ramirez, Ocasio-Cortez, Sanders Reintroduce the Green New Deal for Public Housing Act
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- Rep. Delia Ramirez, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Ramirez, Ocasio-Cortez, Sanders Reintroduce the Green New Deal for Public Housing Act * Washington, DC -Today, Congresswomen Delia C. Ramirez (IL-03) and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14) and Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) reintroduced the Green New Deal for Public Housing Act. Landmark housing legislation, the bill would rebuild the United States' public housing stock, address the longstanding capit  more
Sen. Ossoff Investigating the Risks to Children from AI
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Ossoff Investigating the Risks to Children from AI * Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff is investigating risks to children from AI. In a virtual press conference, Sen. Ossoff announced he is investigating risks to kids from AI, highlighting his continued work to keep kids safe online. Sen. Ossoff was joined by John Shehan, Senior Vice President of the Exploited Children Division and Inter  more
Sens. Ossoff, Rev. Warnock Again Demand Answers from DHA on Reduction of Services at Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Sens. Ossoff, Rev. Warnock Again Demand Answers from DHA on Reduction of Services at Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center * Sens. Ossoff, Rev. Warnock launch second inquiry after DHA failed to respond to Senators' latest questions Sens. Ossoff, Rev. Warnock to DHA: "Servicemembers, their families, and veterans in Augusta deserve answers and information on how these potential changes could affect   more
Siemens announces over $200 million in U.S. manufacturing investments and 1,500 new jobs to expand electrical infrastructure production
PLANO, Texas, Aug. 7 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Siemens Digital Industries Software, a subsidiary of Siemens, issued the following news release: * * * Siemens announces over $200 million in U.S. manufacturing investments and 1,500 new jobs to expand electrical infrastructure production * Building on its recent milestone of more than $1 billion invested in U.S. manufacturing over the past five years, Siemens today announced a combined investment of over $200 million in new manufact  more
Siemens announces over $200 million in U.S. manufacturing investments and 1,500 new jobs to expand electrical infrastructure production
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 [Category: BizIndustrial Materials] -- Siemens USA, a technology company that say it focuses on industry, infrastructure, transport and healthcare, posted the following news release: * * * Siemens announces over $200 million in U.S. manufacturing investments and 1,500 new jobs to expand electrical infrastructure production * * New $185M Pendergrass, GA facility to serve as low voltage U.S. manufacturing hub for electrical products and distribution equipment * $19M Gran  more
Siemens Strengthens AI Infrastructure Leadership With More Than $200 Million in U.S. Manufacturing Investments
MUNICH, Germany, Aug. 8 (TNSxrep) -- Siemens AG, a technology company that says it focuses on industry, infrastructure, mobility and healthcare, issued the following news release on Aug. 7, 2026: * * * Siemens strengthens AI infrastructure leadership with more than $200 million in U.S. manufacturing investments Siemens will invest more than $200 million in two new U.S. manufacturing facilities in Pendergrass, Georgia, and Grand Prairie, Texas. These investments will expand Siemens' production  more
Syracuse University: Franciscan Friars Father Manny Vasconcelos and Brother Nick Romeo Join Hendricks Chapel
SYRACUSE, New York, Aug. 8 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * Franciscan Friars Father Manny Vasconcelos and Brother Nick Romeo Join Hendricks Chapel A shared background in vocational ministry shapes their approach to campus life. Dara Harper Change is coming to the SU Catholic Center this fall, and it's the good kind. As Father Gerry Waterman prepares to depart from campus ministry after ten years of faithful service at the University, two new Conventual Franciscan fri  more
Transit Workers in Augusta, Georgia are Prepared to Strike After Months of Negotiations
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 [Category: Union] -- The Transport Workers Union of America issued the following news release: * * * Transit Workers in Augusta, Georgia are Prepared to Strike After Months of Negotiations * Transport Workers Union of America Local 527 held a press conference on Thursday to highlight months of inaction from MV-Transit over a substandard contract proposal. TWU Local 527 members, including Fixed Route & Paratransit Bus Operators, Rural Bus Operators, Mechanics, Utility Work  more
U.S. Peanuts Gain Global Attention Through Industry Collaboration
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 8 [Category: Agriculture] -- The National Peanut Board issued the following news: * * * U.S. Peanuts Gain Global Attention Through Industry Collaboration By Chris Fitzgerald The National Peanut Board (NPB) recently partnered with the American Peanut Council (APC) to highlight the U.S. peanut industry's innovation, export potential and global vision during the U.S. Agricultural Export Development Council's (USAEDC) 2026 Global Attache Policy Forum & Consultations in Ale  more
U.S. Senate Passes Sens. Ossoff, Rev. Warnock's Resolution Commending Soldiers & Civilian Personnel Who Responded to Mass Shooting at Ft. Stewart One Year Ago
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Senate Passes Sens. Ossoff, Rev. Warnock's Resolution Commending Soldiers & Civilian Personnel Who Responded to Mass Shooting at Ft. Stewart One Year Ago * Fort Stewart, Ga. -U.S. Senators Jon Ossoff and Reverend Raphael Warnock are commending the soldiers and civilian personnel who responded to the shooting on Ft. Stewart on August 6, 2025. Last night, the U.S. Senate passedThis is an external   more
University of Georgia's Center for Urban Agriculture Supports Food Systems and Green Spaces in Georgia
ATHENS, Georgia, Aug. 8 -- The University of Georgia issued the following news: * * * UGA's Center for Urban Agriculture supports food systems and green spaces in Georgia Written by Emily Cabrera Georgia's cities are buzzing with ideas. In places where space is tight and ideas are big, the University of Georgia Center for Urban Agriculture helps residents create landscapes, food systems and training programs to keep their communities thriving. The pattern is familiar: A crossroads becomes   more
University of Georgia: Course Details Responsible Use of AI
ATHENS, Georgia, Aug. 8 -- The University of Georgia issued the following news: * * * Course details responsible use of AI AI Literacy for All builds a foundation for AI use at UGA - Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how people learn, work and solve problems. As generative AI tools become increasingly common in academic and professional settings, understanding how to use them responsibly is becoming an essential skill for everyone. As part of our goal to become an AI-infused uni  more
University of Georgia: Psychology Professor is Building Better Treatments for Schizophrenia
ATHENS, Georgia, Aug. 8 -- The University of Georgia issued the following news: * * * Psychology professor is building better treatments for schizophrenia Gregory Strauss tackles complex questions in mental health By Joy Pope Gregory Strauss' plans to become a fiction writer were derailed by undergraduate research. As an English major at the University of Georgia, Strauss joined the laboratory of Lloyd Stephen Miller, where he encountered some of the first neuroimaging studies of schizoph  more
Warnock Delivers Senate Floor Speech After Successfully Negotiating Restraints on Trump's Tariff Authority
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- Sen. Raphael G. Warnock, D-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Warnock Delivers Senate Floor Speech After Successfully Negotiating Restraints on Trump's Tariff Authority * Today, Senator Reverend Warnock delivered a Senate floor speech reaffirming his commitment to reining in the Trump administration's costly tariff regime Earlier this week, Senator Warnock secured a key concession from the U.S. Trade Representative limiting the President's tariff authori  more
Warnock Secures Key Victory: Puts Guardrails on President Trump's Tariff Powers
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Raphael G. Warnock, D-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Warnock Secures Key Victory: Puts Guardrails on President Trump's Tariff Powers * Senator Reverend Warnock secured a key concession from the Trump Administration limiting the President's tariff authority after a week-long pressure campaign Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Ranking Member of the Senate Finance Subcommittee on International Trade, Customs, a  more
White Coat Ceremony Planned for First Class of A-State's College of Veterinary Medicine
JONESBORO, Arkansas, Aug. 7 -- Arkansas State University posted the following news: * * * White Coat Ceremony Planned for First Class of A-State's College of Veterinary Medicine * JONESBORO, ARK. - The College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is poised to welcome its first class of Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) students at Arkansas State University this fall. Ahead of the start of classes, a white coat ceremony will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 8, at Fowler Center. "The white coat  more
White House: Private Sector Answers President Trump's Call to Lower Prices for American Families
WASHINGTON, Aug. 8 -- The White House issued the following news on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * Private Sector Answers President Trump's Call to Lower Prices for American Families President Donald J. Trump inherited an economy battered by years of inflation that crushed working families. Through bold action to restore American energy dominance, slash red tape, and secure fair trade, the Trump Administration is quickly rebuilding the foundation for lasting prosperity. That leadership is producing resu  more
Why Medicare Pays More for the Same Healthcare, Depending on the Building
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 6 -- The Georgia Public Policy Foundation posted the following news release: * * * Why Medicare Pays More for the Same Healthcare, Depending on the Building * Most people are probably aware that where they receive their healthcare affects the price. For example, treatment in an emergency room costs more than in a primary care physician's office, even if the diagnosis in both places is a sinus infection. But perhaps less intuitive is that the payment can change dependi  more
Work is Working: APS Ranks No. 1 in Atlanta Metro for Year-Over-Year Academic Gains In Math, Science and Social Studies
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 8 -- Atlanta Public Schools issued the following news release on Aug. 7, 2026: * * * The Work Is Working: APS Ranks No. 1 in Atlanta Metro for Year-Over-Year Academic Gains In Math, Science and Social Studies Math, science, and social studies proficiency rose across every grade and nearly every student group, according to 2026 GMAS data. - Today, Atlanta Public Schools hosted "The Work Is Working," a press conference announcing that the district ranked first among m  more