LINCOLN, Neb., Sept. 2 -- The University of Nebraska issued the following news release: For the second year, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Landscape Services will partner with Recycling Enterprises to encourage recycling on Husker football game days. The effort will focus on parking lots and walkways on property around Memorial Stadium -- and you can help. UNL is seeking volunteers to help walk parking lots offering green recycling bags for fans to recycle plastics and aluminum. The fans   more

CANANDAIGUA, N.Y., Sept. 1 -- Finger Lakes Community College issued the following news release: The Finger Lakes Community College Honors House begins its fall Honoring the Muse series on Thursday, Sept. 9, with "Rockpile," an evening of music and poetry with David Meltzer and Michael Rothenberg. The performance begins at 7 p.m. in the Honors House, 4340 Lakeshore Drive, at the corner of Routes 5 and 20, just outside the city of Canandaigua. The event is free and open to the public. Plenty  more

CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C., Sept. 1 -- The U.S. Marine Corps issued the following official news story: Marines are no strangers to the armory. Rifle cards, cleaning kits and the smell of weapon lubricant are all familiar. Sometimes, the only contact Marines have with their armorers is when they are issued weapons, so they are unaware of the extent of the armorers duties. It's a little known fact that all weapons repairs for II Marine Expeditionary Force are conducted by about 70 Marines at the I  more

RALEIGH, N.C., Sept. 1 -- The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources' Division of Air Quality issued the following news release: Air quality officials issued health notices today for air pollution in the Charlotte and Triad areas on Thursday. Forecasters have predicted Code Orange conditions in Charlotte and the Triad, which means that air quality in these areas is likely to be unhealthy for sensitive groups. People who are sensitive to air pollution should avoid m  more

RALEIGH, N.C., Aug. 31 -- The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources' Division of Air Quality issued the following news release: Air quality officials issued health notices today for air pollution in the Charlotte, Triangle and Triad areas on Wednesday. Forecasters have predicted Code Orange conditions in the Charlotte, Triangle and Triad areas, which means that air quality in these areas is likely to be unhealthy for sensitive groups. The Code Orange forecast mean  more

BERLIN, Aug. 31 -- The American Jewish Committee issued the following news release: AJC praised Chancellor Angela Merkel and top German opinion leaders for sharply distancing themselves from the demonic genetic theories promoted by Thilo Sarrazin, a member of the German Federal Bank board. "Warming up outdated and bizarre theories on genes and race is a highly combustible political brew," said Deidre Berger, Director of AJC's Berlin Office. "It is appalling that Thilo Sarrazin, a well-kno  more

SPOKANE, Wash., Sept. 1 -- The city of Spokane issued the following news release: The City of Spokane will be accepting applications for the annual Comprehensive Plan Amendment Cycle up until October 31, 2010, per SMC 17G.020.010 (http://www.spokanecity.org/services/documents/smc/?Section=17G.020.010). All applications that are certified complete by November 30th will be considered concurrently during the upcoming amendment cycle. Applications must be submitted no later than October 31st if t  more

FORT COLLINS, Colo., Aug. 31 -- The city of Fort Collins issued the following news release: City Council is seeking applicants to fill 58 vacancies on 24 boards and commissions. Boardmembers advise Council on issues related to housing, the environment, transportation, planning and development, human resources, utilities, and cultural and recreational services. Applicants must be a registered voter (applies to 18 years and older) and reside within the Fort Collins Growth Management Area for  more

RALEIGH, N.C., Sept. 1 -- The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Wildlife Resources issued the following news release: The N.C Wildlife Resources Commission has set season dates, bag limits and applicable regulations for the 2010-11 season. Working within mandatory frameworks established by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Commission set the following regulations: Conventional bag limits: * Six ducks with no more than four scoters * F  more

LANSING, Mich., Sept. 1 -- The Michigan Natural Resources and Environment issued the following news release: The Department of Natural Resources and Environment is now accepting proposals for projects to restore and protect Michigan's wetlands, lakes and streams. Approximately $4 million in state and federal funding is available for watershed-based projects. State and local units of government, nonprofit organizations and universities may apply. The funding opportunities include: Clean   more

FREEHOLD, N.J., Aug. 31 -- Monmouth County issued the following news release: In an effort to reduce and eliminate the exposure of residents to lead, the Monmouth County Health Department is continuing its work to identify homes with lead-based paint and help homeowners remediate any problems. "It's important to further efforts to raise awareness of and lower exposure to the hazards of lead, especially among those most at-risk: children 6 and under and pregnant women," said Karen DeMarco,   more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration issued the text of the following speech: I. A NEW FOUNDATION Good morning. Thanks Matt for that kind introduction. Thank you all for being here. I know what a sacrifice it is to come out to San Diego during perfect beach weather. I've been on the job now for nearly one year. I want to thank Matt and NADO for your support and constructive advice as I lead EDA's efforts to create a new foundation   more

CHARLESTON, W.Va., Sept. 1 -- The West Virginia Attorney General issued the following news release: At a press conference at the State Capitol this morning, West Virginia Attorney General Darrell McGraw and Governor Joe Manchin joined to announce the start of an Energy Star Sales Tax Holiday to run from September 1 through November 30, 2010. During the holiday period, consumers will not pay the state's 6% sales tax when purchasing qualified Energy Star appliances and products costing $5,000  more

OSWEGO, N.Y., Sept. 1 -- The State University of New York at Oswego issued the following news release: SUNY Oswego visiting Fulbright Scholar Mark Harris was a mid-career educator at a Brisbane institute of technology when he decided to "have a go" that put him on track to retrain faculty instructors in new techniques for vocational teaching. He's now a visiting Fulbright Scholar at SUNY Oswego, having another go: taking his research and his ideas international. "As a Fulbright Scholar,  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The National Science Foundation issued the following news release: Drug resistant bacteria are a problem in many environments, especially healthcare institutions. While the ways in which these cells become resistant are understood at the cellular level, until now, the bacteria's survival strategies at the population level remained unclear. A new study by James Collins and colleagues at Boston University and the Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering at   more

MOREHEAD CITY, N.C., Sept. 1 -- The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources' Division of Environmental Health issued the following news release: An advisory against swimming was posted today at a sound-side site in New Hanover County, where state environmental health officials found bacteria levels in the water that exceed the state and Environmental Protection Agency's recreational water quality standards. The advisory affects an area in Wrightsville Beach and is l  more

NEWARK, N.J., Sept. 1 -- The New Jersey Attorney General issued the following news release: Attorney General Paula T. Dow, through the New Jersey Bureau of Securities, has assessed a $75,000 civil penalty against a broker-dealer for failure to reasonably supervise its agents and for failure to maintain required books and records. The penalty was assessed against The Investment Center Inc., a broker-dealer based in Bedminster, in connection with its failure to reasonably supervise Dominic V  more

HOBART, Australia, Sept. 1 -- The University of Tasmania issued the following news release: A Tasmanian devil, that had given preliminary indications of an immune response to Facial Tumour disease, has succumbed to the disease. University of Tasmania researchers Associate Professor Greg Woods and Dr Alex Kreiss of the Menzies Research Institute Tasmania said the Tasmanian devil, known as Cedric, was part of ongoing research for the development of a vaccine against DFTD. In 2007, the Tas  more

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Sept. 1 -- The Florida Department of Environmental Protection issued the following news release: Florida Governor Charlie Crist recently signed a proclamation designating September as Florida Literacy Month. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection's (DEP) Florida State Parks and its partners are celebrating the fourth annual Florida Literacy Month with special events at state parks and libraries statewide. In conjunction with International Literacy Day on Septemb  more

SHIMLA, India, Sept. 1 -- The Government of Himachal Pradesh issued the following news release: State Government is raising demand to include crop protection activities 'Rakha' under the MNREGA provisions to save the crops of farmers from monkey and wild boar menace. This was revealed by Prof. Prem Kumar Dhumal, Chief Minister while addressing progressive farmers of district Hamirpur on the occasion of 61st District- level Van Mahotsava at Tauni Devi after he launched Aloevera plantation   more

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Aug. 31 -- The Palm Beach County School District has issued the following news release: Joseph Sanches, Chief of Facilities Management for the School District, was named the "Most Outstanding Community LEEDer" in the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) South Florida Chapter 2010 LEEDership and Green Awards Program. The GalaVerde awards ceremony took place Saturday, August 28th in Fort Lauderdale. The event recognized and honored those outstanding projects, inspirational  more

FORT COLLINS, Colo., Aug. 31 -- The city of Fort Collins issued the following news release: The City of Fort Collins will host a Budget Information Forum from 6:30-8 p.m., Monday, Sept. 13, at the Drake Centre, 802 W. Drake Rd. City Manager Darin Atteberry will present an overview of his 2011-2012 Recommended Budget, and members of the City's Executive Team will be available to share information and answer questions. This forum is an opportunity for the community to learn about the tough c  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. John Shadegg, R-Ariz. (3rd CD), issued the following news release: Congressman John Shadegg (AZ-03) issued the following statement today urging Congress to immediately enact legislation to remove the burden of government on our economy and to provide a stable tax and regulatory environment to encourage American businesses to invest and create the jobs Americans need: "The White House and the Democratic-held Congress have chosen to ignore the American people, an  more

COLLEGE PARK, Md., Sept. 1 -- The University of Maryland issued the following news release: In an effort to keep students safe, the University of Maryland Police, Prince George's County Police, Adele H. Stamp Student Union - Center for Campus Life, and the Student Government Association have teamed up to create CRIME TIME - Get Home Safely, a crime prevention and awareness initiative launched this week. The focus of the campaign is to educate and inform students about what campus and count  more

MELBOURNE, Australia, Sept. 2 -- The Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology issued the following news release: Former year 12 student Daniel Donlic, from Glenroy, has won two prizes for his achievements while undertaking a vocational program at RMIT University. Mr Donlic won a 2009 Australian Vocational Student Prize and a Prime Minister's Award for Skills Excellence in School, receiving $2,000 for each. He undertook a Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) through the   more

HARTFORD, Conn., Sept. 1 -- The Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection issued the following news release: To achieve greater consistency with policies of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has revised the requirements for management of storm water runoff from industrial sites under its General Permit program. "The revised General Permit addresses EPA's concerns and the growing awareness within Connectic  more

BROOKLYN, N.Y., Sept. 1 -- SUNY Downstate Medical Center issued the following news release: Five SUNY Downstate Medical Center faculty members have been awarded Empire Clinical Research Investigator Program (ECRIP) fellowships from the New York State Department of Health. The ECRIP program encourages teaching hospitals to train physicians as clinical researchers to advance biomedical research in New York's academic health centers. The research projects will be conducted at SUNY Downstate's  more

SIOUX CITY, Iowa, Sept. 1 -- The city of Sioux City issued the following news release: The City of Sioux City Environmental Advisory Board announced it will hold another E-waste recycle collection event on Saturday, September 11, 2010. Environmental Advisory Board members and volunteers will collect unwanted electronics equipment in the Long Lines Center parking lot along Pierce Street from 10am-2pm. "I'm very proud to report the response to these E-cycling events has been fantastic. Our c  more

DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 31 -- The Society of Manufacturing Engineers issued the following news release: The Illinois Motorsports Institute (IMI) plans on changing the face of manufacturing one student, one turn of the wrench and one valuable connection at a time. Knowing that manufacturing represents a true wealth creator and employment option for millions of future students, Patrick "Pat" Dessert, PhD, CMfgT, assistant professor at Oakland University and an SME membership consultant, has de  more

AVONDALE, Ariz., Aug. 31 -- Estrella Mountain Community College issued the following news release: Estrella Mountain Community College's (EMCC) Fitness Center began offering one class at Agua Fria High School in 1991, before the college campus even opened. In 1992, when a physical college was built, a small Estrella Mountain Fitness Center offered community members the only fitness option in the Avondale area. On Saturday, September 18, Estrella Mountain Community College's Fitness Center wil  more

WICHITA, Kan., Sept. 1 -- Wichita State University issued the following news release: Ali Ahmady, an industrial and manufacturing engineering student at Wichita State University, has been awarded the 2010 Akao Scholarship, courtesy of the Quality Function Deployment Institute. Ahmady is the first person from a university in the United States to receive the international award. "It is an honor," said Ahmady. "I am thankful for WSU, where there is a good environment for research and the   more

CARSON CITY, Nev., Sept. 1 -- The Desert Research Institute issued the following news release: A collaborative project between a Western Nevada College student and professor, and DRI will offer valuable learning resources to area science teachers. Since June, Western Nevada College student Isabel "Sara" Flores has worked under the mentorship of WNC Professor Mike Sady and DRI's Dr. Jay Arnone to develop learning materials about climate change and the Waterfall Interpretive Trail. Her effor  more

AVONDALE, Ariz., Sept. 1 -- Maricopa Community Colleges issued the following news release: Estrella Mountain Community College's (EMCC) Fitness Center began offering one class at Agua Fria High School in 1991, before the college campus even opened. In 1992, when a physical college was built, a small Estrella Mountain Fitness Center offered community members the only fitness option in the Avondale area. On Saturday, September 18, Estrella Mountain Community College's Fitness Center will celebr  more

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan, Sept. 1 -- The U.S. Embassy in Pakistan issued the following news release: The United States has responded immediately and generously to Pakistan's call for assistance following the tragic and devastating floods that began July 29. This includes $150 million to support immediate relief efforts in Pakistan, through the Pakistan National Disaster Management Authority, the UN's emergency response plan, and many other local and international organizations. An additional $50  more

TULSA, Okla., Sept. 1 -- The University of Tulsa issued the following news release: Hannah Jacobs Wiseman, who joined the College of Law faculty this fall, is committed to shaping the future of energy production, and says she's found a home for her passion at The University of Tulsa. "Energy drives everything that we do, and it presents nearly unlimited opportunities for scholarly inquiry," said Wiseman, who serves as Assistant Professor of Law. "The law school - through its involvement in  more

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 1 -- The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation issued the following news release: Fall Creek Falls State Park will host its 32nd Annual Mountaineer Folk Festival Sept. 10-12, offering a weekend of traditional music, country cooking, pioneer skills demonstrations and more than 100 craft booths. "This is an outstanding festival that celebrates the heritage of the Cumberland Plateau with great music, food and fun for the whole family," said Jim Hall, pa  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued the text of the following delegated order: James F. Bowe, Jr. Dewey & LeBoeuf LLP 1101 New York Avenue, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20005-4213 Re: Commencement of Service from Cavern No. 3 FERC order to Tres Palacios Gas Storage LLC Regarding Commencement of Service from Cavern No. 3 Dear Mr. Bowe: I approve your request of August 27, 2010, as supplemented on August 30, 2010, to c  more

DURHAM, N.C., Sept. 1 -- North Carolina State University issued the following news release: Fertilizer chemicals may pose a bigger hazard to the environment - specifically to creatures that live in water - than originally foreseen, according to new research from North Carolina State University toxicologists. In a study published in the Aug. 27 edition of PLoS One, the NC State researchers show that water fleas take up nitrates and nitrites - common chemicals used primarily in agriculture a  more

RALEIGH, N.C., Sept. 1 -- The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources' Division of Coastal Management issued the following news release: Five North Carolina National Estuarine Research Reserve and Coastal Reserve sites will be closed to visitors until further notice due to the threat of damage from Hurricane Earl, and to protect public safety from the potential risk of downed trees, flooding and other hazards. The sites being closed are: * Currituck Banks National Es  more

NEW DELHI, Sept. 1 -- The government of India issued the following news release from the Ministry of Finance: The Finance Minister, Shri Pranab Mukherjee has asked the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) and Central Board of Customs and Excise (CBEC) to constitute Standing Committee at the level of Chief Commissioners to have a systematic bottom to top approach for litigation management. Shri Mukherjee was speaking at a review meeting with the Chief Commissioners and Commissioners of Income   more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- A member of the Federal Reserve Bank, Governor Elizabeth A. Duke, issued the text of the following speech: Good morning. I want to welcome you to the Federal Reserve Board for this two-day summit to examine the problems associated with vacant and abandoned property and to explore innovative approaches to neighborhood stabilization. We are certain to have an informative and thoughtful discussion of these issues as our agenda is full of experts, including Shaun Donovan  more

ANNAPOLIS, Md., Sept. 1 -- The Maryland Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: The Board of Public Works (BPW) today approved Governor Martin O'Malley's request for $12.6 million in grants to local governments and land trusts for preservation of forest and farmland across Maryland through the State's nationally renowned Rural Legacy Program. With the addition of the Mountain Ridge Rural Legacy area in Allegany County, there are now Rural Legacy areas designated in   more

ANNAPOLIS, Md., Sept. 1 -- The Maryland Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: Governor Martin O'Malley and the Board of Public Works (BPW) today approved the naming of the Visitors Center at Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary after long-time Department of Natural Resources (DNR) employee Frank Oslislo. Upon its dedication, the Visitors Center will be known as the Frank Oslislo Visitors Center at Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary. "Today we honor an individual who dedicated his   more

BURLINGTON, Vt., Sept. 1 -- The University of Vermont issued the following news release: If ever a building needed, deserved, and, to take some license, wanted to be green, it is the George D. Aiken Center. Yet for years the home to UVM's Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources has been a place where students listen to lectures on the natural world in a windowless room with poor air circulation. Filled with students, carbon dioxide levels spike to the point that even the most e  more

COLUMBIA, S.C., Aug. 31 -- The South Carolina Governor's School for Science and Mathematics issued the following news release: Three rising seniors from the South Carolina Governor's School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) recently completed the journey of a lifetime. The studentsâ"€ Griffin Gray Hartmann of Seneca, Mason Youngblood of Hartsville and Nicole Beraho of Irmoâ"€ spent their summer working as interns at the German Cancer Research Center in Heidelberg as part of GSSM's Research E  more

BOSTON, Sept. 1 -- The ICLEI-Local Governments for Sustainability USA issued the following news release: ICLEI-Local Governments for Sustainability USA, the leading local government association addressing climate changes and sustainability is proud to welcome five new outstanding local officials to its Board of Directors. The ICLEI USA Board of Directors is a body of local leaders from across the country, including mayors and county executives representing each region. The Board of Directors   more

POCATELLO, Idaho, Sept. 1 -- Idaho State University issued the following news release: The Idaho State Board of Education has awarded an $81,000 Technology Incentive Grant titled "Technology Enhanced Business Education" to the Idaho State University College of Business and a $65,700 TIG grant titled "Growing Your Own: Developing a Virtual Classroom for Clinical Instruction in Rural Idaho." Additional details on the two grants follow. * "Technology Enhanced Business Education." The prim  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The International Monetary Fund issued the following news release: An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission, led by Albert Jaeger, visited Serbia during August 19-31, 2010, to conduct discussions on the fifth review of Serbia's economic program supported by a Stand-By Arrangement (SBA) with the IMF. At the conclusion of the mission, Mr. Jaeger issued the following statement in Belgrade: "The IMF mission and the Serbian authorities have reached agreement, subje  more

TULSA, Okla., Sept. 1 -- The University of Tulsa issued the following news release: Diverse backgrounds and unprecedented academic achievements mark the 2010 incoming first-year class at The University of Tulsa College of Law. Of the 146 new students arriving at John Rogers Hall, the median Law School Admissions Test score is 155 and the median grade-point average is 3.3, making it the law school's most academically qualified class in history. Just 10 years ago, the median LSAT score was 1  more

SALINA, Kan., Aug. 31 -- Kansas State University at Salina issued the following news release: Kansas State University at Salina has named another Master Certified Flight Instructor (MCFI) to its faculty, bringing to 7 the number of such highly accredited professionals on its academic staff. Lowell James Hinchee was named an instructor in the top 5 elite aviation program. In addition to teaching in the classroom, Hinchee will help oversee flight training operations. He is a Master Certified  more

KNOXVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 31 -- The city of Knoxville issued the following news release: On Tuesday, Mayor Bill Haslam, Knox County Mayor Mike Ragsdale, Knoxville's Community Development Corporation (KCDC) CEO Alvin Nance, KCDC Board Members, and other representatives opened the $1.8 million "green" renovation project at Valley Oaks Apartments with an official ribbon cutting ceremony. The project is part of KCDC's continued commitment to revitalizing communities, one neighborhood at a time. "  more

SALEM, Ore., Sept. 1 -- Gov. Ted Kulongoski, D-Ore., issued the following news release: Today Governor Ted Kulongoski announced the appointment of former Secretary of State Bill Bradbury to the Pacific Northwest Electric Power and Conservation Planning Council. The appointment is effective October 1, 2010, pending Senate confirmation later this month. "Bill's proven skill at bringing diverse interests together around a common cause, his passion for wild salmon and other wildlife, his love   more

BELMAR, N.J., Sept. 1 -- The office of Sen. Frank R. Lautenberg, D-N.J., issued the following news release: Senator Frank R. Lautenberg (D-NJ) and Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) Wednesday touted the work of the Monmouth University's Urban Coast Institute, which has received over $1 million in federal funding since it was established in 2005 to study the coastal environment. Last year, the program received $250,000 in federal funding to study and develop strategies to reduce pollution   more

BATON ROUGE, La., Aug. 31 -- Louisiana State University issued the following news release: The grand opening of the LSU Louisiana Business & Technology Center Student Incubator will be held Wednesday, Sept. 1, from 5 to 7 p.m. LBTC is located at the LSU South Campus Research Park, located at 8000 GSRI Ave. The Student Incubator, a 1,200-square foot facility, is being established for student entrepreneurs and provides the ideal collaborative environment, facility and amenities, including e  more

WILLIAMSVILLE, N.Y., Sept. 1 -- Rep. Christopher J. Lee, R-N.Y. (26th CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Chris Lee (NY-26) today announced a forward-looking 5-point jobs plan to strengthen manufacturing in Western New York and create good-paying jobs for the long term. Congressman Lee unveiled his "Manufacturing for Tomorrow" agenda after speaking to the Rochester Rotary Club. Before running for Congress two years ago, Congressman Lee helped build a successful manufacturin  more

ROCKVILLE, Md., Sept. 1 -- Montgomery County issued the following news release: Montgomery County Executive Isiah Leggett today joined Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley, U.S. Senator Benjamin L. Cardin, U.S. Representatives Chris Van Hollen and Donna Edwards, Montgomery County Council President Nancy Floreen, National Cancer Institute Director Dr. Harold Varmus, Johns Hopkins University President Ronald J. Daniels, General Services Administration (GSA) officials, representatives from The JBG   more

BATON ROUGE, La., Sept. 1 -- Louisiana State University issued the following news release: The LSU Louisiana Business & Technology Center will hold a grand opening ceremony for the Student Incubator today from 5 to 7 p.m. at the LSU South Campus Research Park, located at 8000 GSRI Ave. The Student Incubator, a 1,200-square foot facility, is being established for student entrepreneurs and provides the ideal collaborative environment, facility and amenities, including equipment, business cou  more

DALLAS, Sept. 2 -- The University of Texas at Dallas issued the following news release: A UT Dallas interdisciplinary researcher has launched a human genome analysis project intended to create a mathematical model that improves the efficacy of cancer drugs while reducing their manufacturing costs by as much as 30 percent. A three-year, $305,000 grant from the National Science Foundation will fund Dr. Mathukumalli "Sagar" Vidyasagar's development of a new method for detecting DNA sequence s  more

MORRIS, Minn., Sept. 1 -- University of Minnesota Morris issued the following news release: In 2009, The Morris campus, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), and ServeMinnesota launched a new program to protect and preserve Minnesota's environment while developing the next generation of environmental professionals. Minnesota GreenCorps, an environmentally focused AmeriCorps program administered by MPCA, helps communities conserve energy, reduce waste, and, through proper recycling an  more

RALEIGH, N.C., Sept. 1 -- The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources' Division of Coastal Management issued the following news release: Due to the threat of severe weather from Hurricane Earl, the N.C. Coastal Resources Commission has decided to cancel a Sept. 2 workshop intended to discuss the current status of rules governing sandbag use on the N.C. oceanfront. The meeting had been scheduled for 1 p.m., Sept. 2 in the Soil and Water auditorium at the N.C. Coopera  more

ARLINGTON, Va., Sept. 1 -- The National Association of Federal Credit Unions issued the following news release: The National Association of Federal Credit Unions (www.nafcu.org) and DDJ Myers Ltd. is offering credit unions a guide to developing an effective strategic plan in their Sept. 15 webcast. "The Strategic Planning Process: A Roadmap for Credit Union Success" will broadcast live at 2-3:30 p.m. EDT from the NAFCU studio at its headquarters in Arlington, Va. NAFCU members and nonmembe  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- NASA issued the following news release: NASA has been ranked fifth in the Partnership for Public Service 2010 ratings for the "Best Places to Work in the Federal Government." The 2010 survey is the fifth conducted by the partnership since 2003. NASA has been rated in the top five in the federal government in four of the surveys and sixth in the other. An award was accepted by Associate Deputy Administrator Charles Scales on behalf of the agency at a special briefing   more

RESTON, Va., AUG. 31 -- The American Society of Civil Engineers issued the following news release: The American Society of Civil Engineers' (ASCE) newly elected officers will be installed to its Board of Direction on Oct. 22, 2010 during the business meeting at ASCE's Annual Conference in Las Vegas. The new board members include: President―Kathy J. Caldwell, P.E., president of Caldwell Cook & Associates will hold the organization's highest elected office until the fall of 2011. In add  more

NEWCASTLE, England, Sept. 1 -- The Newcastle City Council issued the following news release: A brand new fleet of environmentally-friendly Quaylink buses has taken to the streets alongside big improvements to the popular Newcastle-Gateshead city centre service. Go North East has won a five year contract from the Quaylink partnership of Newcastle City Council, Gateshead Council and Nexus to run the service The nine striking bright yellow Optare Versa vehicles boast EEV Euro 5 engines, r  more

EXETER, England, Sept. 1 -- The Devon County Council issued the following news release: Young people in Dawlish will get a first look at their new state of the art integrated youth centre when it opens for business next week (Saturday 11 September). The new centre in Sandy Lane, which has been given the name 'Red Rock' by local young people, will be throwing open its doors to parents, young people and residents as well as local councillors and key stakeholders in a series of events on Sat  more

BATON ROUGE, La., Aug. 31 -- The Louisiana State University Pennington Biomedical Research Center issued the following news release: The Pennington Biomedical Research Center's (PBRC) Botanical Research Center program has received a five year award, totaling $7.5 million, to advance understanding of how botanical supplements may provide new ways to reduce disease risk factors, including metabolic syndrome, a condition leading to diabetes and heart disease. PBRC's Botanical Research Center  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services' National Institutes of Health issued the following news release: The National Institutes of Health announced today that it has awarded the first new grants under the Biomedical Research on the International Space Station (BioMed-ISS) initiative, a collaborative effort between NIH and NASA. Using a special microgravity environment that Earth-based laboratories cannot replicate, researchers will explore fundamental questions  more

MIDLAND, Mich., Sept. 1 -- Northwood University issued the following news release: One of the most meaningful and memorable Northwood University Florida Campus orientation events included an ethics ceremony which highlighted Northwood's philosophy and mission. "As you well know, researching the ideal college includes careful attention toward an institution's academic programs. Just as important is the philosophy of the learning institution. We at Northwood believe that competitive, product  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The Nuclear Regulatory Commission issued the following news release: The Nuclear Regulatory Commission, a 4,000-strong independent federal safety regulator dedicated to protecting people and the environment, has for the third time in succession been named the "Best Place to Work" in the federal government by the Partnership for Public Service. The selection, in cooperation with the American University Institute for the Study of Public Policy Implementation, also mark  more

SALT LAKE CITY, Sept. 1 -- Salt Lake County issued the following news release: Salt Lake County and its project partners announced today the construction of one of the largest roof-top solar panel installations in the United States. The estimated 600,000 square-foot system will be built atop the Calvin L. Rampton - Salt Palace Convention Center. When completed, the system may produce up to 2.6 megawatts of electricity, one-quarter of the annual needs of the convention center. The projec  more

SALEM, Ore., Sept. 1 -- The Oregon Attorney General issued the following news release: Oregon Attorney General John Kroger today announced a global settlement that requires Allergan to pay $600 million to resolve allegations of illegal off-label marketing of Botox. "We will vigorously prosecute corporations that engage in fraudulent marketing campaigns to protect the American taxpayer and the integrity of our health care programs," said Deputy Attorney General Mary Williams. Oregon was   more

TULSA, Okla., Sept. 1 -- The University of Tulsa issued the following news release: Janet Levit, Dean and Dean John Rogers Chair of the TU College of Law, recently told first-year students of numerous ways TU could help prepare them for their career, but cautioned that they must be the architects of their own development. "Your job for the next three years is to build the strongest case for why the employer of your choice should hire you once you earn your degree and pass the bar," Levit t  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- The White House released the text of the following press briefing: MR. HAMMER: Hi, good morning, everyone. Sorry for the slight delay. The senator was coming from a meeting. So today we have Senator Mitchell, the Special Envoy for Middle East peace, will give you an on-the-record briefing. It is embargoed until 9:00 p.m. tonight. And with that, I don't want to take up his valuable time and give him the most time with you. So, Senator, if you will. SENATOR MITCHELL  more

RALEIGH, N.C., Sept. 1 -- The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources' Division of Air Quality issued the following news release: The N.C. Division of Air Quality has scheduled a public hearing for Sept. 7 in Greensboro on proposed rules the state Environmental Management Commission is considering for the operation of medical waste incinerators in North Carolina. The hearing will be to receive comments on proposed rules for controlling emissions from hospital, medica  more

MISSION VIEJO, Calif., Sept. 1 -- The city of Mission Viejo issued the following news release: The United States Youth Volleyball League, which is based in Mission Viejo, is still accepting registration for its fall 2010 season. The league meets from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursdays and from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. on Saturdays at Del Lago Elementary school, 27181 Entidad Street. Opening day is Thursday, Sept. 9. The youth recreational volleyball league caters to boys and girls ages 7-15. Off  more

BATAVIA, Ill., Sept. 1 -- Rep. Bill Foster, D-Ill. (14th CD), issued the following news release: Today, Congressman Bill Foster (IL-14) announced that the Office of National Drug Control Policy has awarded Drug Free Communities (DFC) Support Program awards worth $125,000 each to the Bureau County Health Department and their coalition, Community Partners Against Substance Abuse (CPASA), and the Ben Gordon Center in DeKalb and their coalition, DeKalb County Prevention for a Safe, Active and Fam  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Steve Driehaus, D-Ohio (1st CD), issued the following news release: Representative Steve Driehaus today welcomed an announcement by the Department of Health and Human Services of $1.1 million in grants for Children's Hospital Medical Center. This funding will support research efforts at the hospital. "This year, Cincinnati Children's Hospital ranked in the Top 8 of all children's hospitals in the nation according to US News and World Report. Smart investments l  more

GOLDEN, Colo., Sept. 1 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory issued the following news release: Dr. Helena Chum, research fellow at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), was recently named a 2010 Fellow by the American Chemical Society (ACS). Dr. Chum's work includes the development of technologies for the conversion of biomass and organic wastes into liquid and gaseous fuels, chemicals and electricity and their  more

HOVE, England, Sept. 1 -- Brighton and Hove City Council issued the following news release: Autumn is an ideal time to start making compost as there is lots of nutrient-rich waste available. Spent bedding plants, grass cuttings, autumn leaves and prunings can all be composted throughout the autumn and winter months, to produce a rich compost ideal for spring planting. Brighton & Hove City Council offers home composters for just £5 for a 220 litre and £11 for a 330 litre container. Th  more

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 1 -- The California Department of Food and Agriculture issued the following news release: CDFA Secretary A.G. Kawamura today announced the formation of a five-member scientific advisory panel on environmental farming to advise state agencies on sustainable agriculture. "This panel will bring together diverse expertise to educate and consult with state agencies on environmental issues paramount to sustainable agricultural production," said CDFA Secretary A.G. Kawam  more

WOOSTER, Ohio, Sept. 1 -- The office of Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, has issued the following news release: U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) and U.S. Department of Agriculture Deputy Under Secretary for Farm & Foreign Agriculture Service Michael Scuse today held a roundtable with dairy farmers in Wooster. Brown has been fighting to assist Ohio dairy farmers who have faced high prices and low market values for their products. "Dairy farmers in Ohio not only provide Americans with high-quality  more

NEW DELHI, Sept. 1 -- The government of India issued the following news release from the Ministry of Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation: The President of India, through her address to both houses of Parliament in June 2009, announced the Government's vision for inclusive urban growth and to create a slum free India in five years through the Rajiv Awas Yojana. It is envisaged that funding support from the Government would be extended to states that are willing to assign property rights to s  more

MONTGOMERY, Ala., Sept. 1 -- Alabama State University issued the following news release: ASU carpentry supervisor Jay Crawford is both a mastercraftsman and an artist. His paintings currently are on display at a solo exhibit in ASU's Warren/Britt Gallery. Jay Crawford is a master craftsman working at ASU as the supervisor of carpenters. He maintains everything from ceilings to doors to floors. Once he leaves his ASU job, Crawford wears a much different hat - that of an artist. For the p  more

MOREHEAD CITY, N.C., Sept. 1 -- The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Marine Fisheries issued the following news release: The southern portion of Core Sound will close to flounder gill net fishing Friday to protect threatened and endangered sea turtles. The N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries issued a proclamation today that prohibits the use of large-mesh gill nets (4-inch to 6.5-inch stretch mesh, inclusive) in Core Sound and its tributaries between  more

OLYMPIA, Wash., Sept. 1 -- Gov. Christine Gregoire, D-Wash., issued the following news release: Gov. Chris Gregoire and Commissioner of Public Lands Peter Goldmark today announced a new online service making it easier for people and businesses to find what they need from Washington's natural resources agencies. "One Front Door to Washington's Outdoors" - a collaborative effort of the Governor's Natural Resources Cabinet and the state's "Access Washington" Web team - makes a wide range of i  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners issued the following news release: The National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners established a working group to analyze smart-grid issues that will interact with the federal government and other stakeholders. The Smart Grid Working Group consists of seven State utility regulators who represent the Association's geographic diversity and most relevant committees--Electricity, Telecommunications  more

TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 31 -- The University of South Florida issued the following news release: This past weekend, hundreds of students from the University of South Florida volunteered their first Saturday morning of the semester to perform community service at 15 locations in the Tampa Bay area. At 8 a.m., students registered for USF's "Community Plunge" lined up for their bagel and orange juice breakfast before heading out with various organizations in Tampa and St. Petersburg to give back to  more

INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 1 -- The Indiana Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release: A 2009 national study conducted by the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Citizen Corps concluded that too few people have stocked disaster supplies and most supplies are incomplete. Some of the most essential supplies disaster kits were missing include a flashlight, first aid kit and a portable radio. Throughout the month of September, the Indiana Department of Homeland Securi  more

LINCOLN, Neb., Sept. 2 -- The University of Nebraska issued the following news release: Generation X, the set of Americans who came of age in the late 1980s and early 1990s, is often branded as a rules-rejecting, authority-questioning group. But when it comes to religion, new research has revealed that Gen-Xers (born between 1961 and 1981) are surprisingly loyal to their faith -- a finding that also suggests the rising non-religious tide in the United States may be leveling off. In a st  more

EDINBURGH, Scotland, Sept. 1 -- The Scottish government issued the following news release: The Culture Minister has emphasised the importance of Dundee's digital industries to the Scottish economy during a visit to the city. Fiona Hyslop reiterated the Scottish Government's commitment to the sector during a visit to two games development companies, Tag Games and Dynamo Games. Both firms recently received investment amounting to almost £300,000 from the £3 million Digital Media IP Fund.   more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Surface Transportation Board issued the following decision by Rachel D. Campbell, Director, Office of Proceedings: SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD DECISION DOCUMENT Decision Information Docket Number: AB_55_694_X Case Title: CSX TRANSPORTATION, INC.--ABANDONMENT EXEMPTION--IN MCMINN COUNTY, TENN. Decision Type: Decision Deciding Body: Director Of Proceedings Decision Summary Decision Notes:   more

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Sept. 1 -- Texas A&M University issued the following news release: Texas A&M University has been awarded a $10 million grant by the U.S. Department of Energy to help fund a new combined heat and power (CHP) generation system to meet growing energy needs for the institution's 5,200-acre campus that serves almost 60,000 students, faculty and staff. The campus includes 22 million gross square feet of facilities that also support the university's $600 million annual resear  more

FORT WORTH, Texas, Aug. 31 -- The Fort Worth Independent School District has issued the following news release: Siblings Tuon Phan and Loan Phan are the winners of The T's art contest Expressions that Move You, announced Dick Ruddell, president/executive director of The T. Immediately after being recognized at The T's board meeting on July 21, Tuon and Loan previewed their winning works of art for the first time on the side of The T's buses. The sibling's award-winning art will be prominen  more

LAWRENCE, Kan., Sept. 1 -- The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America issued the following news release: The Toro Co. continues its long-time support of The Environmental Institute for Golf (EIFG), the philanthropic organization of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA), with a $5,000 donation toward research and education to enhance golf's relationship with the environment. Toro attains Platinum Tee Club status with the donation. The Platinum Tee Club i  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The National Treasury Employees Union issued the following news release: The lack of a meaningful voice in the workplace accounts for the Transportation Security Administration's (TSA) ranking near the bottom of the list of the Partnership for Public Service's Best Places to Work in the Federal Government, the leader of the largest independent union of federal workers said today. TSA finished 220th out of 224 agency or department subcomponents where employees were   more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce issued the following news release: The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has called on California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to veto a bill that would open the door for card check union organizing of agricultural workers throughout the state. The Chamber sent accompanying letters to Attorney General Jerry Brown and Meg Whitman, asking that they join in urging the governor to veto the bill and vow to do similarly if elected governor. "In additi  more

EDMOND, Okla., Sept. 1 -- The University of Central Oklahoma issued the following news release: The University of Central Oklahoma Veteran Support Alliance will host "Service Member to Student: A Community Forum on Higher Education Resources" from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Sept. 9 in Central's Constitution Hall, to recognize the challenges veterans and their families face during the transition to student life from military life, and to promote awareness of the resources in place at Central and other or  more

DURHAM, N.H., Sept. 1 -- The University of New Hampshire issued the following news release: The University of New Hampshire will host its first conference on the indigenous people of New England, "First Nations, Lasting Nations: Community and University Partnerships in Indigenous New England," Sept. 17-18, 2010. The conference will bring together community members and academics to discuss and learn about Native New England history, culture, and language as well as provide an opportunity to  more

LISMORE, Australia, Sept. 1 -- Southern Cross University issued the following news release: Southern Cross University students are preparing to help pre-school children in Tweed make the big step into primary school. Three Bachelor of Education students will assist kindergarten teachers at Tweed Heads Public School with the Kindergarten Early Bird Program - a six-week scheme aimed at helping pre-kindergarten children make a smooth transition to school. The Program, which kicks off for t  more

NORTHAMPTON, England, Sept. 1 -- The Northamptonshire County Council issued the following news release: Northamptonshire County Council is appealing for people who can foster vulnerable babies and toddlers. Between April and August, more than 50 children aged from birth to three were taken into care, all in need of a short-term foster homes. The county council wants to recruit up to ten short-term foster carers who can look after children from newborn infants up to the age of three.   more

KINGSTON, R.I., Sept. 1 -- The University of Rhode Island issued the following news release: The Mallon Outreach Center at the University of Rhode Island is accepting registrations for three fall educational programs designed to help residents save energy, learn to compost, and improve their gardening skills. The URI Master Composter & Recycler training program runs on Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings in October; the URI Master Energy program takes place on Tuesday and Thursday even  more

LARAMIE, Wyo., Sept. 1 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: University of Wyoming officials said today (Wednesday) the university has received the largest estate gift in its history, a bequest that will transform the university's role in the arts in Wyoming and across the United States. The estate gift is from Wyoming artist, Neltje, a prolific abstract expressionist whose works have been described as an "exploration of making the sensed visible." The gift inc  more

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 1 -- The Water Environment Federation issued the following news release: The Water Environment Federation (WEF) proudly announces the winners of the 2010 WEF Excellence Awards. The awards will be presented at the WEF Awards and Presidential Celebration Reception during WEFTEC 2010, WEF's 83rd annual technical exhibition and conference, this October in New Orleans, La. 2010 WEF Excellence Award Recipients Collection Systems Award William C. Carter, Jr. Colle  more

MOREHEAD CITY, N.C., Sept. 1 -- The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources' Division of Environmental Health issued the following news release: The state Division of Environmental Health today lifted a water quality swimming alert at an ocean-side site in Currituck County. Subsequent sampling of the site shows that bacteria levels have dropped below the state and Environmental Protection Agency's standards set for swimming and water play. The alert affected wat  more

CHARLESTON, W.Va., Sept. 1 -- Gov. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., issued the following news release: Gov. Joe Manchin and Attorney General Darrell McGraw today announced West Virginia's final ENERGY STAR Sales Tax Holiday will start today Sept. 1, 2010, and run through Nov. 30, 2010. During the holiday, West Virginians will not have to pay sales and use tax on certain ENERGY STAR qualified products valued at $5,000 or less. "For the past two years, the ENERGY STAR Sales Tax Holiday has allowed o  more

OMAHA, Neb., Aug. 31 -- The University of Nebraska-Omaha issued the following news release: This fall the Women's Resource Center (WRC) is looking to create a "safe space" for women and men at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO), as well as the surrounding community. The "safe space" is a place where students can seek refuge from violence and sexual abuse and are free to discuss concerns and ideas. This space is located on the first floor of UNO's Milo Bail Student Center. WRC Dir  more

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 1 -- Duval County issued the following news release: Jacksonville Mayor John Peyton and City Council President Jack Webb today joined the project's contractor AC General, Inc., downtown partners and representatives of the Jacksonville Economic Development Commission (JEDC), Public Works and the Recreation and Community Services departments to officially break ground on the Friendship Fountain restoration project. Improvement plans include replacement of the broken  more

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 1 -- The city of Jacksonville issued the following news release: Jacksonville Mayor John Peyton and City Council President Jack Webb today joined the project's contractor AC General, Inc., downtown partners and representatives of the Jacksonville Economic Development Commission (JEDC), Public Works and the Recreation and Community Services departments to officially break ground on the Friendship Fountain restoration project. Improvement plans include replacement o  more

DENVER, Aug. 31 -- The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment issued the following news release: The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment today announced the number of work-related deaths in Colorado decreased from 105 in 2008 to 80 in 2009, a decrease of almost 24 percent, according to the preliminary 2009 Colorado Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries. The data identify transportation fatalities, primarily highway crashes, as the major cause of work-related   more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- World Bank issued the following news release: The World Bank Group and the Republic of Lebanon have finalized a Partnership Strategy that enables the client Government to borrow between US$375 million and US$550 million over four years to finance its economic and social developoment program . The World Bank's Board of Directors, the institution's 24-seat governing body, supported the Strategy at a special meeting in Washongton on Tuesday (August 31). The Country Par  more

PULLMAN, Wash., Sept. 1 -- Washington State University issued the following news release: A team of Washington State University's top research and leadership members will travel to China this month to establish critical connections with their top tier academic institutions and governmental agencies on a wide range of issues including clean energy, safe food and health. The team will be part of Gov. Chris Gregoire's business and trade delegation travelling to China with the goal of expandi  more

BELLINGHAM, Wash., Sept. 1 -- Western Washington University issued the following news release: Western Washington University will offer four courses for writers and editors, beginning this fall and winter; the courses are open to the public and formal admission to WWU is not required. There are two certificate programs, which are completed over a period of nine months and begin this fall: Professional Editing: For Print and Online - Participants will learn valuable skills for in-house o  more

ORANGE, Calif., Aug. 31 -- Santiago Canyon College issued the following news release: The Santiago Canyon College women's soccer Hawks are inviting community youth to attend the team's match against San Bernardino Valley College this Saturday. All local youth soccer players are invited to attend the "Annual Community Soccer Evening" in uniform. In addition to watching the game, they'll be able to warm down with the teams after the match. Refreshments will be available. The match is sche  more