LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Aug. 18 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * "I'm Joe Lombardo": A Rundown of Lombardo's Latest Foot in Mouth Comments * After hiding from voters and dodging tough questions, Joe Lombardo finally came out of hiding to take the stage with his "commanding officer" Donald Trump. Suffering from major gaffe after gaffe, it's clear that in Lombardo's Nevada, Donald Trump and his "billionaire friends" come first and hardworking Nevadans come las  more

DALLAS, Texas, Aug. 17 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release: * * * $5.2 million commitment will expand and enhance stroke care across Wyoming * CHEYENNE, Wyo., Aug. 17, 2026 -When someone experiences a stroke, immediate medical attention can mean the difference between recovery, lifelong disability or even death. In Wyoming, stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death[1], and geographic distance to care can present significant barriers to  more

NEW YORK, Aug. 17 -- The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust posted the following news release: * * * $5.2 Million Commitment Will Expand and Enhance Stroke Care Across Wyoming * CHEYENNE, WY, August 17, 2026 -When someone experiences a stroke, immediate medical attention can mean the difference between recovery, lifelong disability or even death. In Wyoming, stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death, and geographic distance to care can present significant barriers to timely tre  more

PHOENIX, Arizona, Aug. 18 [Category: Health Care] -- Banner Health posted the following news release: * * * Banner - University Medicine names Charles Socci chief operating officer * TUCSON, Ariz. (Aug. 18, 2026) - Banner - University Medicine has named Charles Socci, RN, MBA, chief operating officer in Tucson, effective Sept. 14. Socci will oversee day-to-day operations of Banner - University Medicine's acute-care hospitals in Tucson, working alongside teams to advance quality, patient saf  more

LOGAN, Utah, Aug. 18 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * Bucking Trends: What New USU Research Says About Mule Deer in Utah * Utahns have a deep affinity for mule deer -they enjoy seeing them browse sagebrush slopes, love to pursue trophy bucks and appreciate the role they play in Utah's unique ecosystems. Wildlife ecologists in USU's Department of Wildland Resources study mule deer health, behavior and movement to support land managers who make complex decisions about  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * CORRUPT CARRIE: "Buck Hitches Wagon to Defense Contractor Who Schemed To Defraud Taxpayers" [Nevada Current] * New reporting reveals that Carrie Buck has close ties to a defense contractor "who admits he colluded to defraud the U.S. government," a move that "wastes taxpayer money [and] compromises the security of troops." Despite the contractor admitting he plotted to rig bids for  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release: * * * DNC Votes to Officially Select Early States for 2028 Democratic Presidential Nominating Calendar Today, at the DNC's summer meeting in Austin, Texas, the full DNC voted to officially approve the proposed slate of six early states to lead the 2028 presidential nominating calendar, as well as the accompanying rules package. The vote follows an outpouring of support for the Rules and Bylaws Committe  more

CARSON CITY, Nevada, Aug. 17 -- Gov. Joe Lombardo, R-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Lombardo Signs Executive Order Continuing Nevada's Regulatory Reform Efforts * CARSON CITY, NV. -Today, Governor Joe Lombardo signed Executive Order 2026-003, launching a review of Nevada's regulatory framework and continuing his administration's efforts to reduce unnecessary regulations, cut red tape, and make it easier to do business in Nevada. Executive Order 2026-003 builds on  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release: * * * ICYMI: 2028 Democratic Nominating Calendar Praised as "Bold" and "Historic" Elected officials, advocates, strategists, and Democrats across the country continue to express support for the 2028 early presidential nominating window after the full DNC approved the calendar at its summer meeting this weekend. The calendar is being lauded for its historic racial and geographic diversity, commitment to  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release: * * * ICYMI: DNC Chair, Elected Officials, and Advocates Highlight Proposed 2028 Nominating Calendar's Strengths and Ability to Produce Strongest Nominee Ahead of the full DNC's vote to officially approve the proposed slate of early states to lead the 2028 presidential nominating calendar, DNC Chair Ken Martin lauded the calendar's many strengths, including its historic diversity and commitment to batt  more

LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Aug. 17 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * It's Official: Nevada Will Be Democrats' First True Test in the 2028 Presidential Primary * Following the Democratic National Committee's formal approval of the upcoming presidential nominating calendar, Nevada will be the first battleground contest on February 1, 2028. As a diverse, union-strong swing state, Nevada will be Democrats' first true test in the presidential nominating process, wher  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- The League of Women Voters issued the following news release on Aug. 17, 2026: * * * DOJ Prevented from Unlawfully Accessing Minnesotans' Voter Data SAINT PAUL, MN - Today, the United States District Court for the District of Minnesota became the twenty-third court to dismiss the Justice Department's lawsuit demanding unlawful disclosure of private voter information. The Trump administration has sued 30 states and Washington, DC, for unredacted voter lists containing p  more

LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Aug. 18 [Category: BizEntertainment Industry] -- Boyd Gaming, operator of gaming entertainment properties, posted the following news release: * * * Mississippi Guest Wins More Than $113,000 Jackpot at IP Biloxi * BILOXI, Miss. - A lucky guest from Philadelphia, Mississippi, struck it big at IP Casino Resort Spa on the evening of August 14, taking home an exciting jackpot worth $113,772.20. Around 11:09 p.m., Willie had been playing Lightning Cash High Stakes(tm) by Aristo  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 (Rep.) -- Del. James Moylan, R-Guam, issued the following news release: * * * Moylan Renews Fight for Radiation Justice; Brings Together National Coalition for Expanded RECA Legislation (Hagatna, Guam) -- Congressman James Moylan announced the introduction of the Radiation Exposure Compensation Reauthorization Act of 2026 (RECRA), bipartisan legislation that builds upon his efforts since his first year in Congress to ensure Guam and other communities harmed by the nation's  more

CARSON CITY, Nevada, Aug. 18 -- Western Nevada College posted the following news: * * * NV Energy Foundation Grant Advances Workforce Training at Western Nevada College * In front of Western Nevada College's newly wrapped CDL trailer are WNC Vice President of Finance and Administration Coral Lopez, WNC President Dr. J. Kyle Dalpe, NV Energy Community Relations Lead Madisyn Harlan, WNC Chief Advancement Officer and Foundation Executive Director Niki Gladys, WNC Continuing Education Manager La  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Rosen Joins Colleagues in Demanding that Trump Rescind Dangerous Childhood Vaccine Executive Order * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) joined Congressional colleagues in demanding that Donald Trump rescind his dangerous executive order that directs federal health agencies to overhaul longstanding childhood vaccine recommendations and encourage states to reconsider school immuniza  more

STERLING, Kansas, Aug. 18 -- Sterling College issued the following news release: * * * Sterling College welcomes new faculty for 2026-27 academic year Sterling College welcomed seven new faculty members to campus for the 2026-27 academic year. Classes begin on Wednesday, August 20. "We are excited to welcome this group to Sterling College! In each of their interview processes, it was clear how God was moving in their lives and directing them to faculty positions here. We are confident they w  more

RENO, Nevada, Aug. 18 -- The University of Nevada posted the following news: * * * Why are some of Nevada's elk dying each spring? Researchers seek answers * There's a simple, unique, rustic beauty possessed by elk. But in some areas, Nevada's treasured herds have been experiencing a higher rate of mortality in the spring for more than a decade, and there are no simple answers. University of Nevada, Reno and Nevada Department of Wildlife researchers have teamed up to try to get to the botto  more