WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- Rep. Katherine Clark, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: MAPC will work with the Healey-Driscoll Administration, Boston, Cambridge, Somerville, & other Greater Boston communities on regional effort to reduce traffic thanks to new federal award announced this week BOSTON, MA A major new federal grant designed to help relieve congestion across Greater Boston will fund scores of new Bluebikes stations and add several new shuttle routes to supplement MBTA s  more

MCLEAN, Virginia, Oct. 18 -- Hilton Worldwide issued the following news release: * * * An immersive stay experience awaits at New York Hilton Midtown in celebration of the global cinematic event Universal Pictures' Wicked arrives in theaters November 22, 2024 * * * This holiday season, Hilton and Universal Pictures invite travelers, fans and movie lovers alike to experience the magic of Oz with a spectacular, spellbinding suite at New York Hilton Midtown, where they can 'Stay Like' Wicked i  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Jim Costa, D-California, issued the following news release: FRESNO, Calif. Congressman Jim Costa (CA-21), a senior member of the House Agriculture Committee, was awarded the "Friend of the Farm Bureau" award for the 118th Congress by the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF). "It is an honor to receive the Friend of the Farm Bureau award for my unwavering commitment to our nation's agricultural industry, the backbone of this economy. We have made significant stride  more

GREELEY, Colorado, Oct. 18 -- Aims Community College issued the following news release: * * * Aims Community College was recently recognized for its efforts to prioritize employee learning and growth with a 2024 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award in the Professional Development category. * * * This designation celebrates organizations that focus on developing their employees' careers and enable them to grow professionally. "Investing in the development of all of our employees is one o  more

VIENNA, Austria, Oct. 19 (TNSres) -- Austrian Institute of Technology issued the following news: The AIT Austrian Institute of Technology impressed at VISION 2024, the world's leading trade fair for machine vision in Stuttgart, with innovative solutions for industry and logistics. With more than 1,000 trade visitors at its stand and its own series of lectures, the "SCIENTIFIC VISION DAYS", the AIT established itself as a leading research hub in the field of machine vision. Cutting-edge technol  more

READING, Pennsylvania, Oct. 19 -- Alvernia University issued the following news: * * * Alumni and community leaders earn prestigious honors at annual celebration * * * Alvernia University President Glynis A. Fitzgerald, Ph.D., highlights the evolution of experiential learning opportunities for Alvernia students, including the addition of the American House at Reading CollegeTowne and Apprenticeship to Degree Program, at the university's annual President's Dinner at the DoubleTree by Hilton R  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 18 -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: Five surgeons will be recognized for their remarkable efforts to deliver medical care to underserved communities, receiving the 2024 American College of Surgeons (ACS)/Pfizer Surgical Volunteerism and Humanitarian Awards. These awards highlight their selfless dedication to improving access to surgical care in areas of great need. The contributions of these honorees will be celebrated at the ACS   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The Naval Sea Systems Command issued the following news: The Accelerate the Procurement and Fielding of Innovative Technologies (APFIT) Program Manager, Mr. Devin Bohanan, visited Trident Refit Facility, Bangor (TRFB), on July 26. APFIT, a pilot program that began Fiscal Year 2022, provides procurement funding for innovative projects that have completed development and are ready to transition into operational use. According to the Department of Defense, the purpose of AP  more

NEW YORK, Oct. 19 -- The Audio Engineering Society issued the following news: The Audio Engineering Society explored and celebrated the latest in audio innovation at AES Show 2024 NY, the world's largest annual gathering of audio professionals, held October 8-10 at New York's Jacob Javits Center. Nearly 6,000 professionals, enthusiasts, and exhibitors from around the world registered to attend the 157th Audio Engineering Society Convention, where they engaged with leading manufacturers showca  more

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Oct. 19 -- Bank of America, a financial institution, issued the following news release on Oct. 18, 2024: Bank of America Corporation today announced the Board of Directors has authorized regular cash dividends on the outstanding shares or depositary shares of the following series of preferred stock: * * * Series of Preferred Stock ... Dividend per Share or Depositary Share/1 Record Date ... Payment Date Floating Rate Non-Cumulative Preferred Stock, Series E ... $0  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 18 [Category: Financial Services] -- The American Bankruptcy Institute issued the following news release: The American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI) presented Bankruptcy Judge Kevin R. Huennekens (E.D. Ky.; Lexington) with the Judge William L. Norton, Jr. Judicial Excellence Award during an ABI presentation at the 98th National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges annual meeting in Seattle Wash, on Sept. 19. The Norton Award honors a retired or current bankruptcy judge who ha  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 19 -- Benesch, a consulting engineering company, issued the following news: PHILADELPHIA, PA--The Chestnut Street Bridges project was awarded the Transportation Project of the Year award at the 31st Transportation, Building & Construction Awards Luncheon, an event benefiting the March of Dimes. The $105.4M project addressed structural deficiencies across seven bridges and two retaining walls in Center City Philadelphia, significantly enhancing safety and efficiency for p  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the following news release: USDA also opens applications for $600 million in additional funding for farms, small business owners through the Rural Energy for America Program HARRISBURG, Pa., Oct. 18, 2024 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced during a visit to Pennsylvania that USDA is partnering with farmers and small business owners to expand access to clean energy, create jobs and help low  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce issued the following news release: Program will drive U.S. leadership in semiconductors as well as provide the critical technology and skilled workforce needed for U.S. semiconductor packaging Today, the Biden-Harris Administration issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) funded by the CHIPS and Science Act to enable the United States semiconductor industry to adopt innovative new advanced packaging flows for semiconductor technologi  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- The Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence issued the following news release: * * * Brady Serves as Co-Counsel Representing the City of Baltimore Against Gun Retailer Hanover Armory in Lawsuit Over Alleged Contribution to Ghost Gun Crisis * * * Baltimore City Circuit Court Judge Shannon Avery has ruled that the City's lawsuit against ghost gun retailer Hanover Armory can proceed to trial. The City's suit alleges that Hanover Armory, located just ten miles outside of th  more

CARDIFF, Wales, Oct. 18 (TNSres) -- Cardiff University issued the following news: Cardiff University, along with other SETsquared Partnership universities and leading regional investment firm QantX, have announced plans for a new spinout-focused investment vehicle to catalyse the creation and growth of science and technology companies. This new investment vehicle will drive a much-needed step change in early-stage patient capital, expertise, and support available to university spinouts and sta  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: Funding will support projects that help ensure clean drinking water, as well as improve water and sewage infrastructure across the Commonwealth Infrastructure law has delivered more than $688 million for clean drinking water in Pennsylvania Senator Bob Casey announced that the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) approved $149,739,802 worth of projects across the Commonwealt  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Oct. 19 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: English professor Carlin Borsheim-Black's dedication to teaching future English teachers is being noticed and rewarded. The Michigan Council of Teachers of English (MCTE) proudly honored Borsheim-Black as the recipient of the highly esteemed Charles Carpenter Fries Award for 2024-2025, an award that recognizes an individual with a distinguished career in advancing the teaching of English. MCTE members   more

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Oct. 19 (TNSres) -- The Cleveland Clinic issued the following news release: * * * Multidisciplinary care model now includes behavioral health content on virtual care platform * * * CLEVELAND and BOSTON: To expand access to care for patients, Cleveland Clinic has added Ayble Health, an AI-enabled digital care platform, to its multidisciplinary care model for the treatment of chronic digestive diseases. Cleveland Clinic and Ayble Health co-developed care pathways and behaviora  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- The National Football League Players Association issued the following news release: Denzel Ward has been named the Week 7 NFLPA Community MVP after donating $150,000 through his Make Them Know Your Name (MTKYN) Foundation to place 100 automated external defibrillators (AEDs) around Cleveland. "My family and I set up the Make Them Know Your Name Foundation to honor my late father, and we are blessed to continue to honor his legacy by helping make the city of Cleveland a s  more

DENVER, Colorado, Oct. 19 -- Gov. Jared Polis, D-Colorado, issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: Governor Polis delivered the keynote address at the Colorado Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting to highlight Colorado's economic success. "Colorado has one of the best economies in the country and we continue working to ensure it remains the best place to launch and grow a business. Since taking office, we have brought thousands of new jobs to Colorado. From cutting taxes, to addressi  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12772) on Oct. 17, 2024, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert. Here are excerpts: * * * The Army's Self-Propelled Howitzer Modernization (SPH-M) Effort Background The Army's current self-propelled artillery system, the M109 Paladin, first entered service in the 1960s and has been upgraded numerous times. The Army has two types of artillery: self-propelled, a ho  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Susie Lee, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) announced that the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has selected a coalition of public energy utilities including NV Energy and other partners to receive more than $77 million to protect the Western power grid against extreme weather, improve grid reliability, and lower costs for consumers. This investment stems directly from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which Congress  more

BOULDER, Colorado, Oct. 19 (TNSres) -- The Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences issued the following news: * * * The CIRES program is built on a new interagency climate education guide * * * A day before Hurricane Helene barreled across the Gulf of Mexico toward the Florida coast, the federal government unveiled the 2024 Climate Literacy Guide, which summarizes the best practices on how to understand and address climate change, its unequal impacts, and a long list of   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: Reno, Nev. Today, U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) announced that the Nevada Department of Transportation will receive more than $275 million in federal funding to widen I-80 from Vista Boulevard to USA Parkway between the Reno-Sparks metro area and Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center. The improvements funded by this award include an additional lane in each direction,   more

OTTAWA, Ontario, Oct. 19 -- Parks Canada issued the following news release on Oct. 18, 2024: * * * The proposed national marine conservation area spans more than 26,000 km2 and is home to the Crees and to abundant wildlife * * * Today, the Cree Nation Government and Parks Canada announced the successful completion of the Feasibility Assessment and signed an agreement to formally work toward establishing a proposed Indigenous Protected Area and national marine conservation area in the offshor  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Energy issued the following news: * * * 38 Projects Across 42 States Will Upgrade Nearly 1,000 Miles of Transmission, Increase Grid Capacity for Growing Electricity Demand, and Deliver Thousands of Jobs As Part of the Investing in America Agenda * * * In support of the Biden-Harris Administration's Investing in America agenda, today the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced nearly $2 billion for 38 projects that will protect the U.S. power g  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 18 -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: C. William Schwab, MD, FACS, FRCS (Commander, USN), will receive the Distinguished Lifetime Military Contribution Award at the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Clinical Congress 2024 in San Francisco, California. Established by the ACS Board of Regents in 2018, the award is selectively conferred based on merit. The award honors a physician for his or her distinguished contributions to the advan  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 18 -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: The American College of Surgeons (ACS) will present David B. Hoyt, MD, FACS, with the ACS Lifetime Achievement Award at the ACS Clinical Congress 2024 in San Francisco, California. Dr. Hoyt is the sixth recipient of the award in the ACS' more than 110-year history. The Lifetime Achievement Award, awarded by the ACS Board of Regents on the rare occasion of identifying a worthy candidate, recognize  more

DURHAM, North Carolina, Oct. 19 -- Duke University Pratt School of Engineering issued the following news: * * * With the support from the Department of Defense's 2024 Innovator Award, Nimmi Ramanujam and an interdisciplinary team of researchers aim to improve the detection and treatment of early-stage breast cancer * * * By Michaela Martinez Nimmi Ramanujam, the Robert W. Carr, Jr. Distinguished Professor of Biomedical Engineering, received the 2024 Innovator Award from the Department of D  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 19 (TNSres) -- Emory University issued the following news release: Researchers from the Rollins School of Public Health are partnering with the University of Minnesota and Johns Hopkinsto lead a new national resource to advance dementia care. The State Alzheimer's Research Support (StARS) Center -- funded by a $17 million grant from the National Institute on Aging -- will foster research collaboration and create a national data infrastructure to evaluate innovative state  more

PHOENIX, Arizona, Oct. 19 -- Arizona State University's Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication issued the following news: Emmy award-winning sports broadcaster Dave Miller will be the fall 2024 convocation keynote speaker for the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. Miller will address Cronkite graduates at Cronkite Convocation Wednesday, Dec. 18, at 7 p.m., at Desert Financial Arena. Miller has worked as a college basketball analyst for ESPN, ESPN  more

DUBLIN, Ireland, Oct. 19 -- Experian, an information services company, issued the following news release: * * * As part of a $10 million debt relief initiative, Experian Joins Forces with NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises to empower Hispanics across the nation. Effort includes a special collaboration with Latin Music Superstar Prince Royce * * * Costa Mesa, Calif., October 18, 2024 - To bring attention to the need to increase financial literacy and empowerment among Hispanics, Experian is r  more

MADISON, Wisconsin, Oct. 18 [Category: Religion] -- The Freedom From Religion Foundation issued the following news release: Watch the teaser here. The Freedom From Religion Foundation's TV show this week spotlights one of the most consequential courtroom battles between religion and science in U.S. history. Guest Brenda Wineapple explains the Scopes Monkey Trial and why it still matters today. Wineapple is an award-winning author whose latest book, "Keeping the Faith: God, Democracy, and the   more

EMMITSBURG, Maryland, Oct. 18 -- The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation issued the following news: The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) has recognized Dr. Sara Jahnke as the latest recipient of the Foundation's Arthur J. Glatfelter Distinguished Service Award. Dr. Jahnke serves as Director of the non-profit Center for Fire, Rescue & EMS Health Research at NDRI USA, Inc., where she leads research projects aimed at understanding the health risks faced by firefighters--and deve  more

PENSACOLA, Florida, Oct. 19 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Florida issued the following news release: Robert Bechtold, former Vice President of Certified Manufacturing Enterprises, LLC ("CME"), a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and Native American Owned Small Business previously operating in Holt, Florida, entered into a settlement agreement to resolve allegations that he falsely represented CME's status to obtain set-aside government contracts. Th  more

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 19 -- The Florida Department of Education issued the following news release on Oct. 18, 2024: * * * Florida Department of Education Awards $62 Million Through the Workforce Capitalization Incentive Grant Program * * * Today, Commissioner of Education Manny Diaz, Jr. announced the award of $62 million through the Workforce Development Capitalization Incentive (Workforce CAP) Grant Program to create or expand workforce development programs across the state. These inv  more

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 19 -- The Florida Division of Emergency Management issued the following news release: This week, Governor Ron DeSantis visited areas impacted by Hurricane Milton and made announcements related to state efforts to facilitate recovery following the storm. In Tampa, Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis awarded $1,000,000 through the Florida Disaster Fund to support 20 Hope Florida partners helping Floridians recover from the storms. These funds will be ut  more

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 19 -- Florida State University issued the following news: By Eabha Phelan Florida State University's Sustainable Green Team recently won its third award from Florida TaxWatch for establishing two new recycling programs and FSU's first Little Free Library. The awards program at TaxWatch, a nonpartisan, nonprofit government watchdog and taxpayer research institute in Tallahassee, has recognized state employees and teams who increase productivity and promote innovation  more

STARKVILLE, Mississippi, Oct. 19 (TNSres) -- Mississippi State University issued the following news: Mississippi State University Associate Professor of Sociology Rachel Allison has earned a prestigious Fulbright Specialist position and will visit the University of Lucerne in Switzerland next month to teach, present research and engage with international faculty and students. Allison will spend Nov. 12-Dec. 12 exploring how societal norms and cultural values shape athletic participation and re  more

LONDON, England, Oct. 19 -- The University of Greenwich issued the following news: The University of Greenwich, has been awarded the Menopause Friendly Accreditation in recognition of its extensive and effective programme of support for colleagues working through their menopause. The university's journey to this point has taken four years since it first began to raise awareness in October 2020 after Maureen Montague, a member of staff, bravely shared her menopause experience with colleagues. F  more

JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, Oct. 19 -- Hudson County Community College issued the following news: * * * HCCC is the only community college in the United States to earn this honor. * * * The Hudson County Community College (HCCC) School of Nursing and Health Professions has been presented with the 2024 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Health Professions Award from Insight Into Diversity magazine. The award is a national honor recognizing United States colleges and universities off  more

JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, Oct. 19 -- Hudson County Community College issued the following news: Dr. Yeurys Pujols embodies Hudson County Community College (HCCC) values, exudes Hispanic pride, and exemplifies the immigrant experience in America. The HCCC Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion was recently honored with the "Outstanding Dominican Recognition Abroad Award" from Instituto de Dominicanos y Dominicanos en el Exterior (INDEX). Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader pres  more

DES MOINES, Iowa, Oct. 19 -- The Iowa Economic Development Authority issued the following news on Oct. 18, 2024: * * * Innovation funding awarded to two startups * * * Today, the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) Board approved tax benefits for a company in Story City, awarded $428,000 in Community Attraction and Tourism (CAT) grants to two projects and provided final approval for a reinvestment district plan. In addition, last month, the board approved innovation funding for a star  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Sen. Jon Tester, D-Montana, issued the following news release: Following pressure from U.S. Senator Jon Tester, the Biden Administration's Department of Education announced it has reversed its decision to defund a critical program for Montana's rural students, and will award a total of $29,750,000, or $4,250,000 per year for seven years to the Montana University System's Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Program (GEAR UP). In a letter to Secretary o  more

YORK, England, Oct. 19 -- The Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine issued the following statement on Oct 18, 2024: We are pleased to announce that this year's winner of the IPEM/WCSIM Essay Prize is Dr Anna Wang. She has won the prize for her essay titled 'How can the integration of AI into clinical practice improve diagnosis and patient outcomes, and what impact will this have on workforce training.' Anna is a second year STP trainee specialising in Radiation Protection and Diagno  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following news: Actor Jeff Bridges, aka "The Dude" in director Joel Coen's film "The Big Lebowski," served in the Coast Guard Reserve from 1967 to 1975 as a boatswain's mate, attaining the rank of petty officer 2nd class when he separated from the service. Botswain's mates are the service's experts in all aspects of deck seamanship and navigation. Because of their expertise, few things happen at sea without a BM involved, accord  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- The Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies issued the following news release: * * * Past president will be celebrated for his leadership and dedication to elevating the organization to new heights * * * The Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies will honor former Joint Center President Spencer Overton with its highest honor -- the 2024 Louis E. Martin Great American Award. The Louis E. Martin Great American Award recognizes individuals who have made   more

MANHATTAN, Kansas, Oct. 19 -- Kansas State University issued the following news release: Kansas State University's Kansas Energy Program has received more than $600,000 in grant funding from the Kansas Corporation Commission to help Kansans achieve energy efficiency. The Kansas Energy Program, or KEP, will use the funding for a one-year project that includes offering free energy assessments for agricultural producers and rural small businesses, conducting technical reviews of documents produce  more

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Oct. 19 -- The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet issued the following news on Oct. 18, 2024: FRANKFORT, Ky. (Oct. 18, 2024) - Today, Gov. Andy Beshear and U.S. Rep. Harold "Hal" Rogers (KY-05) announced $30.2 million to help support Eastern Kentucky's efforts to rebuild from natural disasters and boost economic growth in the region. Twelve recipients in eight counties are receiving the funds as part of the Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization (AMLER) Program.   more

BURBANK, California, Oct. 18 -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, issued the following news release: ABC's Emmy(r) Award-winning late-night talk show, "Jimmy Kimmel Live," airs every weeknight at 11:35 p.m. EDT and features a diverse lineup of guests that includes celebrities, athletes, musical acts, comedians and human-interest subjects, along with comedy bits and a house band. The following episodes are scheduled to air the week of Oct. 21-25 (subject to change): Monday, Oct. 21 (OAD: 10/1/20  more

BURLINGTON, Vermont, Oct. 19 -- The University of Vermont issued the following news: * * * Interim President Patricia Prelock announces supporting steps including five-year, $100K Seed Grant and Postdoctoral Fellowships * * * Under a bluebird fall sky, the University of Vermont on Thursday afternoon formally launched a new campus-wide Planetary Health Initiative that promises to build on UVM's demonstrated strengths in research, education, and service in health and the environment. An audien  more

LONDON, England, Oct. 19 -- London Mayor Sadiq Khan issued the following news release: * * * * The new innovative pound sterling1million toolkit is now available online for all primary schools in the capital and will help champion healthy and respectful relationships and attitudes. Online courses will train teachers to run classes and workshops in every school * The move comes as research shows that young people are increasingly being exposed to misogynist influencers on social media - with o  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 18 -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: Layton F. Rikkers, MD, FACS, an emeritus professor of hepatobiliary, pancreatic, and gastrointestinal surgery at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, will receive the Distinguished Service Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) -- the ACS' highest honor -- at the Convocation ceremony during the ACS Clinical Congress 2024 in San Francisco, California. The award, established by the ACS Boa  more

AUGUSTA, Maine, Oct. 19 -- The Maine House Democrats issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: OLD ORCHARD BEACH, Maine - At its annual Membership Awards Banquet on Wednesday, the Old Orchard Beach Chamber of Commerce recognized Rep. Lori K. Gramlich, D-Old Orchard Beach, with its 2024 Excellence in Municipal Leadership Award. "It is the honor of my lifetime to represent our beautiful seaside community at the State House," said Gramlich. "I am grateful to the OOB Chamber of Commerce   more

PERTH, Australia, Oct. 19 -- The University of Western Australia issued the following news: The Martu organisation Kanyirninpa Jukurrpa and The University of Western Australia have received a prestigious award for a major collaborative project that unlocked the scientific mystery of 'fairy circles' in desert regions. The Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering Traditional Knowledge Innovation Award celebrates outstanding Science Technology Engineering and Maths research and developme  more

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Oct. 19 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on Oct. 18, 2024: Attorney General Anthony G. Brown has announced that the Circuit Court for Baltimore County has awarded the State of Maryland $425,940.54 in damages against Komfort & Kare LLC, its former owner and manager LaShera White, its former alternate manager and administrator LaSharn Angelita Brown, and related entities for submitting fraudulent claims to the state's Medicaid pr  more

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, Oct. 19 -- Gov. Wes Moore, D-Maryland, issued the following news release on Oct. 18, 2024: Governor Wes Moore today announced an investment of $60.5 million in federal and state funds to support victim services in Maryland. Administered through the Governor's Office of Crime Prevention and Policy, the funding demonstrates the Moore-Miller Administration's commitment to making Maryland safer by expanding the ecosystem of victim services and support available across the state  more

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Oct. 19 -- The Minnesota Senate Republican Caucus issued the following news on Oct. 18, 2024: The state's leading small business organization, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) yesterday presented Senator Mark Koran (R-North Branch) with the prestigious Guardian of Small Business Award. "Small businesses drive our economy in Minnesota," Senator Mark Koran said. "With increasing mandates and high taxes, Minnesota's business climate has become unfriendl  more

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Oct. 19 -- The Minnesota Senate Republican Caucus issued the following news on Oct. 18, 2024: Senator Andrew Mathews (R-Princeton) today announces he earned the prestigious Guardian of Small Business Award from the nation's leading small business organization, The National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB). "Small businesses are the center of our economy in Minnesota. They support our communities and our families," Mathews said. "Over the last two years, we saw   more

HELENA, Montana, Oct. 19 -- The Montana Democratic Party issued the following news release: * * * New York Times: "Now, in interviews, two people who had close interactions with Mr. Sheehy during key moments in the story have come forward, raising new questions about whether the bullet wound had come during his military service." * * * Helena, MT - Bombshell new reporting from the New York Times raises new questions about the lies and inconsistencies Tim Sheehy has told about his military re  more

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, Oct. 19 -- North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University issued the following news: North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University will welcome two esteemed alumni as keynote speakers during its Fall 2024 Commencement ceremonies. Cynthia W. Turner '90, Ph.D., CPA will deliver the address at the Graduate College ceremony Friday, Dec. 13, 2024, at 6 p.m. in First Horizon Coliseum's Main Arena. Marques B. McCammon '98 will deliver the address   more

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Oct. 19 -- The North Carolina Department of Commerce issued the following news release: * * * New round of One North Carolina Small Business Program grants provides $2.339M in funding * * * The North Carolina Board of Science, Technology & Innovation has awarded 80 North Carolina innovation-based small businesses a total of $2.339 million in funding to develop groundbreaking new technologies with the potential for commercialization. During North Carolina fiscal year   more

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Oct. 19 -- The North Carolina Department of Insurance issued the following news release: North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey will honor seven Mount Gilead firefighters who have a combined total of 244 years of service to their community on Saturday, Oct. 19. The presentation will take place during the Mount Gilead Fire Department's 100 Years of Service Celebration, which is being held during the annual Mount Gilead Fall Festival. The presentation will ta  more

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 19 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: * * * 6-Gigawatts of Distributed Solar Generation Now Operational Throughout New York State $250 Million Federal Solar for All Award to Further Enhance New York's Successful Solar Deployment * * * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that 6 gigawatts (GW) of distributed solar have been installed across New York, marking the early achievement of the State's Climate Leadership and   more

HARLEM, New York, Oct. 18 -- The National Action Network issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: * * * Event to Recognize Careers of Smokey Robinson and Ken Sunshine; Also Serve as Fundraiser for NAN's Ongoing, Non-Partisan Get Out the Vote Efforts Ahead of Crucial 2024 Elections * * * Rev. Al Sharpton, Founder and President of the National Action Network (NAN), will be celebrated at a star-studded 70th birthday party in Los Angeles on Thursday, October 31st, featuring an appeara  more

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Oct. 18 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: To bring the story of Military City USA's unique military and civilian medical research and clinical care collaborations to national and global attention, the Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc., hosted its 2024 Heroes of Military Medicine San Antonio Awards Program at The Red Berry Estate in San Antonio on Oct.   more

LOS GATOS, California, Oct. 19 -- Netflix, an Internet television network provider, issued the following news: Directed by Oscar winner Orlando von Einsiedel (The White Helmets, Virunga), with Colombian Jorge Duran and British-Peruvian Lali Houghton, this is the amazing survival story of the Mucutuy siblings, and the heroic quest to bring them home. Four Indigenous children, ages 13, 9, 4 years, and 11 months are forced to survive 40 days in the Colombian jungle after a tragic plane crash kil  more

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 19 -- The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance issued the following news release: * * * Golden Hill Apartments Will Transform Vacant Former Jail Site Into an Intergenerational Housing Community All-Electric Development Features Rooftop Solar and Energy Recovery Systems Project Supported by $10 Million Award From Inaugural Mid-Hudson Momentum Fund * * * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced construction has begun at Golden Hill Apartments, a 16  more

WINTER PARK, Florida, Oct. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following remarks on Oct. 17, 2024, by Office for Access to Justice Director Rachel Rossi at the Community Legal Services 57th Annual Pro Bono Awards dinner: * * * As Prepared for Delivery Thank you very much for that generous introduction, Executive Director Harvey. I want to first thank Jeff for his leadership and for hosting this awards dinner. And Jeff, thank you for your service as a lieutenant colonel in the Flor  more

CANBERRA, Australia, Oct. 19 -- The office of the Prime Minister of Australia issued the following speech on Oct. 17, 2024, at a Health Services Union national conference gala dinner: * * * I begin by acknowledging the traditional owners of the land on which we meet, and I pay my respects to Elders past, present and emerging. It is such a pleasure to be with you all tonight - with the membership of a union that has made such a real difference in the life and health of our nation. A union who  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 19 -- Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost issued the following news release on Oct. 18, 2024: A national organization that combats health-care fraud and protects vulnerable adults has chosen a member of Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost's leadership team to serve as its next president. In a unanimous vote, Ben Karrasch, chief of Yost's Health Care Fraud Section, was recently elected to lead the National Association of Medicaid Fraud Control Units (https://us4.unblock-websites.co  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 19 -- Ohio House Democrats issued the following news on Oct. 18, 2024, on behalf of State Rep. Dani Isaacsohn, D-Cincinnati: State Rep. Dani Isaacsohn (D-Cincinnati), in partnership with the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA), today announced that Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) will be awarded a free Automated External Defibrillator (AED) through the Ohio General Assembly and OHSAA's common effort to require AEDs in schools. "It is so important that our schools  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 19 -- PBS issued the following news release: This fall, PBS continues to fulfill its mission as "America's largest stage" with an exciting slate of arts and performance programming. From October through December, PBS will present programming spanning many musical genres, theater, dance, and art, making these programs accessible for all Americans to enjoy. From programs honoring Hispanic Heritage Month to celebrating a country legend in GREAT PERFORMANCES "Patsy Cline:  more

TYSONS, Virginia, Oct. 19 -- Squire Patton Boggs, a law firm, issued the following news: Squire Patton Boggs' Atlanta managing partner Petrina Hall McDaniel has been named among the Atlanta Business Chronicle's 2024 "Women of Influence." The list recognizes the most influential businesswomen from every industry and profession in metro Atlanta. Ms. McDaniel, who also co-leads the firm's Class Action & Multidistrict Litigation Practice and serves as vice chair of the firm's global Women's Affini  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- President Biden issued the following statement on Oct. 17, 2024, on the student debt cancellation for over one million public service workers under the Biden-Harris administration: * * * Today, my Administration is approving another $4.5 billion in student debt cancellation for over 60,000 public service workers - bringing the total number of Americans who have had their debt cancelled under Public Service Loan Forgiveness during my Administration to over 1 million peopl  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden issued the following remarks on Oct. 17, 2024, at an Italian American Heritage Month reception: * * * THE FIRST LADY: Thank you. (Applause.) Thank you, Alexa. And I'm excited to see your generation forging new connections to our past and shining such a bright light into our future. And I'm also grateful to the National Italian American Foundation. (Applause.) John, Robert, you've all -- you've helped so many people experience o  more

LONDON, England, Oct. 19 (TNSres) -- The Royal Astronomical Society issued the following news: The Royal Astronomical Society is calling on the Government to back research and development to avoid the "haemorrhaging of young talent" overseas that "underpins economic growth in the modern world". As the Budget approaches, the Society joined leading organisations in the R&D sector in writing to the Chancellor Rachel Reeves - urging her to consider the vital role R&D will play in the Government's   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release: In an effort to strengthen resources, support, and services for Rhode Islanders with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities, U.S. Senator Jack Reed today announced $296,673 in federal funds to support initiatives that spread awareness about challenges faced by individuals with ASD and to expand programs that provide support and resources for people with autism, their families,   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Aaron Bean, R-Florida, issued the following news release: U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) was recently presented with the Friend of the Family Award by the Faith & Freedom Coalition. Congressman Bean earned this legislative honor for his record of upholding conservative values, protecting American families, defending religious liberty, and standing with Israel during the 118th Congress. "As the father of three, protecting Florida families and upholding American   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Juan Ciscomani, R-Arizona, issued the following news release: Tucson, AZ - U.S. Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06), who represents a district on the U.S. - Mexico border, was presented the inaugural Border Guardian Award by the Border Security Alliance for his efforts and leadership on border security issues. The Border Security Alliance is comprised of leaders in Arizona that advocate for policies that secure the northern and southern border, support border patrol  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Rep. Chris Deluzio, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on Oct. 18, 2024: CARNEGIE, PA -- Today, Congressman Chris Deluzio (PA-17) announced that since taking office in January 2023, the people, businesses, and workers of Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District have received more than $2.29 billion dollars of federal grants and contracts. This is an increase of more than $655 million from the data collected as of July 2024 ($1.63 billion). "Since I was   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations issued the following news release: The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today announced that Rep. Jamaal Bowman will offer the keynote address at its 30th anniversary gala Nov. 22 in Washington, D.C. Rep. Bowman, who is being recognized with CAIR's prestigious 2024 Champion of Justice award, has dedicated his time in Congress to advocating for racial  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Donald W. Norcross, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: CHERRY HILL, NJ - Today, Rep. Donald Norcross (D-NJ) presented $696,000 in Community Project Funding (CPF) to Washington Township for stormwater infrastructure upgrades to Ward Lake and Spring Lake. The funding was secured through the Fiscal Year 2024 government funding package and will be used to prevent flooding and improve safety for residents in the region. The existing stormw  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Rep. Adrian Smith, R-Nebraska, issued the following column on Oct. 18, 2024: * * * Thank a Farmer Today As Third District farmers round out the fall harvest season, it is an appropriate time to note how hard agriculture producers work to feed and fuel the world and how this drives our state's economy. In recent years, farmers and ranchers have battled historically high inflation and input costs, wildfires, unpredictable weather, and disastrous storms. Their hours are a  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: AKRON, OH U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) announced the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) awarded $7,750,000 to the City of Akron and $6,098,902 to Summit County as part of the department's Lead Hazard Reduction Demonstration Grant Program. "Every American deserves to live in safe, clean homes, free from lead and other toxins, and this funding will help accomplish that for   more

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Oct. 19 -- The Ports of Indiana issued the following news release: Ports of Indiana is issuing this bid package for the construction of dock curb and cap repairs as designed and specified in the project drawings and specifications, built in accordance with Ports of Indiana and State of Indiana requirements. Bids must include all items as specified by the contract plans and specifications and be emailed to bids@portsofindiana.com by 11 a.m. (CT) on November 14, 2024. For  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: RENO, NV Today, U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) announced that the Nevada Department of Transportation will receive more than $275 million in federal funding to widen I-80 from Vista Boulevard to USA Parkway between the Reno-Sparks metro area and Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center. The improvements funded by this award include an additional lane in each direction, shoulder widening  more

PARIS, France, Oct. 19 -- Reporters Without Borders issued the following news: Reporters Without Borders (RSF) and other leading press freedom and human rights organisations have expressed concern over delays in granting British citizenship to journalist Zaina Erhaim, an award-winning journalist who has previously been targeted by the Syrian regime. In a joint statement to British Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, RSF, the Committee to Protect Journalists, Index on Censorship and the Council for A  more

NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Oct. 19 -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * Joe Gradone has been recognized for his ability to make science accessible and relevant to diverse audiences * * * By Margaret McHugh New Jersey native Joe Gradone grew up less than 40 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, but his fascination with oceanography first surged while studying geology as an undergraduate at the University of Colorado. "It took me going to a land-locked state to realize I want to s  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 (TNSrep) -- The Small Business Administration Inspector General issued the following report (No. 24-25) on Sept. 24, 2024, entitled "Oversight of the Community Navigator Pilot Program Performance." Here are excerpts: * * * EXECUTIVE SUMMARY What OIG Reviewed This report presents the results of our audit of the U.S. Small Business Administration's (SBA) oversight of the Community Navigator Pilot Program (Navigator program). The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 established  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 (TNSrep) -- The Small Business Administration Inspector General issued the following report (No. 25-01) on Oct. 15, 2024, entitled "Report on the Most Serious Management and Performance Challenges by Office of Inspector General." Here are excerpts: * * * Contents Message From the Inspector General ... ii Introduction ... iii Table 1: Top Management and Performance Challenges Facing SBA in Fiscal Year 2025 ... iii Challenge 1: Protecting the Integrity of SBA Programs ..  more

NEW YORK, Oct. 19 -- Scholastic, a children's publishing, education and media company, issued the following news release: Romules Durant, Superintendent/CEO of Ohio's Toledo Public Schools, received recognition as the 2024 Urban Educator of the Year at the Council of the Great City Schools' 68th Annual Fall Conference. Five big-city school superintendents competed for the nation's highest honor in urban education leadership, recognizing, in alternating years, an outstanding superintendent and   more

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 19 -- Florida Secretary of State Cord Byrd issued the following news release on Oct. 18, 2024: Today, Secretary of State Cord Byrd announced that Eau Gallie Arts District, located in Melbourne, Brevard County, has been designated the October 2024 Florida Main Street Program of the Month. "Eau Gallie Arts District is a testament to how historic preservation and creative innovation can come together to transform a community," said Secretary Byrd. "With a commitment to   more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 19 -- The Security Industry Association issued the following news release: The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Scott M. Gross, facility security officer at Con Edison, as the 2024 recipient of the SIA Insightful Practitioner Award, an honor recognizing excellence in promoting the implementation of innovative security solutions. SIA will present Gross with the award on Nov. 20 during the 2024 SIA Honors Night celebration. Scott Gross has over four decade  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- Sen. Kevin Cramer, R-North Dakota, issued the following news release: BISMARCK, N.D. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development announced an award of $200,000 to the Rural Electric and Telecommunications Development Center, which operates under the North Dakota Association of Rural Electric Cooperatives and the Broadband Association of North Dakota. This investment allows the center to offer services to businesses and cooperatives such as technical assist  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Sen. Mike Rounds, R-South Dakota, issued the following commentary on Oct. 18, 2024: * * * Thank Your Local Paper I still look forward to getting my local news through a trusted news source, including my local newspaper, whether it's a real piece of paper or electronically delivered. Running a newspaper today looks a lot different than it did when I was a kid. Digital photos have replaced the dark room and electronic media now plays a major role in how many of us receiv  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Sen. Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, issued the following news release on Oct. 18, 2024: Charleston, WV- Today, Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, announced that First Energy will receive a $50 million award from the Department of Energy's (DOE) Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships (GRIP) Program to increase the reliability of electric power in We  more

MANCHESTER, New Hampshire, Oct. 19 -- The Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee released the following testimony by Sam Evans-Brown, executive director of Clean Energy New Hampshire, from a Sept. 13, 2024, field hearing entitled "Small Business and the Clean Energy Economy: Lowering Costs and Increasing Resilience": * * * I appreciate the opportunity to share the experience we've accumulated through our small business energy circuit rider (ECR) program, and its impact on rural N  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- The Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee released the following testimony Iowa Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Grant Menke from a Sept. 18, 2024, hearing entitled "Streamlining and Coordinating Support for Rural Small Businesses": * * * Good afternoon, Chair Shaheen, Ranking Member Ernst, and members of the Committee, and thank you for the invitation to testify today. My name is Grant Menke, and I serve as the Deputy Secretary of Agriculture for the Stat  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The Senate Special Committee on Aging released the following testimony by Kathy Stokes, director of fraud prevention programs at AARP Fraud Watch Network, from a Sept. 19, 2024, hearing entitled "Fighting Fraud: How Scammers are Stealing From Older Adults": * * * My name is Kathy Stokes, and I am the Director of Fraud Prevention Programs for the AARP Fraud Watch Network. I am honored to be here to testify on behalf of AARP, which advocates for the more than 100 million A  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: (Manchester, NH) - Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) delivered remarks at the New Hampshire Women's Foundation's 20th Anniversary Women Building Community Luncheon. The annual luncheon brings together Granite State women to celebrate the foundation's work and for inspiration, connection and action. Photos from the luncheon can be found here. "Through  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- The Society for Science, an organization that promotes the understanding and appreciation of science and the vital role it plays in human advancement, issued the following news release: Society for Science (the Society), a national leader in science education and literacy, is excited to announce the recipients of its 2024 STEM Action Grants. Aligned with the Society's mission to promote scientific understanding and inspire human advancement, these grants support grassroot  more

DALLAS, Texas, Oct. 19 -- Southwest Airlines issued the following news release: * * * Customers onboard Flight #1989 from Nashville to Miami on Oct. 17 enjoyed a one-of-a-kind performance highlighting Rose's work they knew "All Too Well" * * * Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) hosted a surprise concert on Flight #1989 from Nashville to Miami with GRAMMY Award-winning songwriter Liz Rose, who was traveling to watch the songs she wrote with Taylor Swift take the stage at the global superstar'  more

SELDEN, New York, Oct. 19 -- Suffolk County Community College issued the following news release: The Renewable Energy/STEM Center on Suffolk County Community College's Michael J. Grant Campus in Brentwood recently won a Gold Award for Sustainable Architecture at the 2024 Global Future Design Awards. The architect/designer for this building was AECOM. The Renewable Energy/STEM Center is both the first STEM net zero energy building for Suffolk County Community College and Long Island itself, sho  more

GUELPH, Ontario, Oct. 19 --The University of Guelph issued the following news release: Dr. Joanne O'Meara, physics professor in the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences, has been recognized with a King Charles III Coronation Medal for her outstanding achievements and community contributions. Awarded to 30,000 outstanding Canadians of all ages and from all walks of life, the commemorative medal honours those whose achievements and contributions, at home or abroad, have brought credit to  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- The U.S. Space Systems Command issued the following news release: * * * Summary: First Phase 3 Lane 1 task orders issued under dual-lane acquisition strategy expands launch service provider pool for national security launches. * * * EL SEGUNDO, Calif. - The U.S. Space Force's Space Systems Command (SSC) awarded National Security Space Launch (NSSL) Phase 3 Lane 1 Launch Service Task Orders (LSTOs) totaling $733,566,001 to SpaceX. These are the first two NSSL Phase 3 La  more

LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 19 (TNSres) -- The University of California issued the following news release: * * * Key takeaways * Three UCLA faculty members are part of a U.S. Department of Energy-funded initiative to develop next-generation batteries. * The effort aims to revolutionize grid-scale energy storage in support of sustainable energy sources, such as solar and wind, which can be scarce and intermittent. * UCLA is projected to receive $4.73 million over nearly 4 1/2 years from th  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The United Negro College Fund issued the following news on Oct. 17, 2024: * * * Through events like this, UNCF--now in its 80th year--is changing the HBCU narrative across the nation by helping more students of color get to and through college * * * As the closing event of our yearlong 80th anniversary celebration, UNCF (United Negro College Fund) will host its 41st Annual Atlanta Mayor's Masked Ball on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, at the Signia Hotel by Hilton. Establishe  more

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, Oct. 19 -- The University of North Carolina Greensboro campus issued the following news: "There are millions of people out there who appreciate the kind of philosophy we teach at UNCG, and I just can't help myself," the professor says as he attempts to contain his enthusiasm. "I just have to get it out there." This is how Dr. Jeffrey Kaplan approaches his life's work as a philosophy teacher. At UNC Greensboro he's an animated professor who brings difficult concepts  more

WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina, Oct. 19 -- The University of North Carolina's School of the Arts issued the following news release: * * * As it celebrates its 30th anniversary, the School of Filmmaking at UNCSA is piloting "Story Art Studio," a new approach to developing cinematic stories for today's evolving film industry. Beginning this semester, Story Art Studio will provide a platform for a select group of students to work collaboratively across a variety of filmmaking practices in an incub  more

SUPERIOR, Wisconsin, Oct. 19 -- The University of Wisconsin Superior campus issued the following news release: A project six years in the making finally came to realization with the ceremonial ribbon cutting for the University of Wisconsin-Superior's new Superior Choice Credit Union (SCCU) Stadium. "It's been a long time coming, but we're excited that the day is finally here," Nick Bursik, UW-Superior director of athletics said. "We're excited for the community to be here and be part of the ce  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- USTelecom-The Broadband Association issued the following news release: This week, Warren Currie, robocall traceback fraud specialist for the USTelecom-led Industry Traceback Group and a long-time leader in the fight against communications fraud, was inducted into the Communications Fraud Control Association (CFCA)'s Hall of Fame. This recognition is a testament to Currie's remarkable dedication to protecting consumers and the telecommunications industry from fraudsters an  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Vox Media issued the following news on Oct. 18, 2024: * * * Three chef influencers take on a trio of challenges using Campbell's(R) soups to create innovative dishes * * * Today, Eater, the online destination for food and restaurant obsessives, has partnered with Campbell's(R) to premiere Flavor House - a creator-friendly, first-of-its-kind series that brings Campbell's soups to kitchens everywhere. The social-first series highlights nine Campbell's soups, including ne  more

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Florida, Oct. 19 -- Disney World issued the following news release: As crisp autumn air makes way for the magic of winter, Walt Disney World Resort transforms into a whimsical wonderland for the holiday season. This year, guests of all ages will discover a sleigh-full of Yuletide cheer across the Resort including festive entertainment and dazzling decor available with their regular Walt Disney World theme park admission. As Mickey Mouse and all his pals prepare for the most w  more

MONTREAL, Quebec, Oct. 19 -- Women and Gender Equality and Youth issued the following news release: Gender equality isn't a fight that can be done alone. It requires all of us to acknowledge and work towards breaking down the barriers of entry of equitable participation - in all parts of society. This includes having more diverse representation, a fair say in politics, equal opportunities in Canada's workforce, and the freedom to live without fear of violence and discrimination. Today, on Pers  more

KENT, Ohio, Oct. 19 (TNSres) -- Wright State University issued the following news: Wright State University's College of Engineering and Computer Science will investigate how to improve the performance of advanced aircraft through a one-year $896,000 grant from the Ohio Department of Higher Education. The funding supports, and has the potential to expand, Wright State's research on advanced air mobility. Advanced air mobility uses new technology to move people and cargo between places not conv  more