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Hitachi Energy reapproved as a Virginia STAR Worksite under the VA Dept. of Labor and Industry’s Occupational Safety and Health Voluntary...

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Commissioner C. Ray Davenport announced today that Hitachi Energy in Bland, Virginia has been reapproved as a Virginia STAR Worksite under the Virginia Department of Labor and Industry's Virginia Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP), the program's highest level of recognition. The facility was honored with their first Certificate of Recognition issued on March 12, 2011.

Janet D. Foster Announces 20222 Campaign for California Assembly in Newly Formed Greater Long Beach Area District

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Janet D. Foster, elected member of the Los Angeles County Democratic Central Committee representing Assembly District 70, political advocate and healthcare leader, today announced her intention to run for California Assembly representing the newly drawn district in the greater Long Beach area that likely includes Long Beach, Signal Hill, Catalina Island and parts of Carson.

LA County Sheriff Alex Villanueva Raises over $1.2 Million for Reelection Campaign – $1M on hand

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Sheriff Alex Villanueva announced today that his campaign for his reelection has raised over $1.25 million. Sheriff Villanueva has just under $1M on hand and raised over $900k in 2021. Sheriff Villanueva's strong fundraising lead has come from thousands of donors across LA County.

Cole Engineering Services, Inc. (CESI) Chosen to Lead Execution of the DoD’s Persistent Cyber Training Environment

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Cole Engineering Services, Inc. (CESI), a By Light Company, has been awarded the Cyber Training, Readiness, Integration, Delivery and Enterprise Technology (Cyber TRIDENT) $957M Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The Cyber TRIDENT contract is utilized by Department of Defense (DoD) organizations and other non-DoD agencies that have related cyber training needs.

Satan in Congress? Congressional Candidate and Activist Comic Steve Hill Says He’s an American Patriot

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Steve Hill, a former Marine, retired peace officer and self-described, part-time "activist comic" known as "Satan" is running for 27th congressional district to rid the region of political corruption. He explains he chose the "Satan" moniker as a symbol of rebellion against entrenched, overly-comfortable authority.

Southwest Airlines Adds Service to Denver: Expanded Service at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport to Begin June 2022

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Amarillo travelers will soon have more options that feature the Mile-High City, Denver, Colorado as Southwest Airlines, in conjunction with Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport, has announced new non-stop service to Denver International Airport (DEN).

Conservative Activist Carmen Maria Montiel to Run as Republican for US Congress, District 18 in Texas for 2022

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- On Monday December 13, 2021, Conservative Activist, Award-Winning Television Journalist, and Realtor Carmen Maria Montiel filed to run for US Congress, Texas District 18, in the March 2022 Republican Primary.

Toray Plastics Receives Fourth ‘Star’ Designation Under The Virginia Department of Labor and Industry’s Voluntary Protection Program

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Commissioner C. Ray Davenport announced today that Toray Plastics (America), Inc. in Front Royal, Virginia, has been reapproved as a Virginia STAR Worksite under the Virginia Department of Labor and Industry's Virginia Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP), the program's highest level of recognition. The facility was honored with their first Certificate of Recognition issued on January 28, 2005.

Full Spectrum Operations, LLC Awarded $31.2M EWOCS Task Order: Supports Operation of World’s Only Combined Space Operations Center

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Full Spectrum Operations, LLC (FSO), an SBA-approved, Mentor-Protégé Joint Venture (JV) between American Communications Solutions LLC (ACS), and By Light Professional IT Services LLC (By Light), has been awarded a $31.2M task order under the USAF - Eastern Western Operational Communication Services (EWOCS) Single Award IDIQ.

1st Edge Earns $9.7M Space and Missile Defense Command SBIR Contract to Research and Develop Artificial Intelligence Solutions

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- 1st Edge, a leader in designing solutions using Artificial Intelligence and new technologies, was awarded a $9.7M Small Business Innovative Research Phase III contract to Artificial Intelligence solutions for the U.S. Army. This contract, issued by the Space and Missile Defense Command (SMDC), is a continuation of 1st Edge's proprietary Pragmatic Artificial Intelligence and New Technology (PAINT) program, currently impacting multiple army programs.

NYC Candidate for Mayor, Cleopatra Fitzgerald Says ‘No One Is Above The Law’

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- NYC Mayoral Candidate Cleopatra Fitzgerald says: "No One Is Above The Law." Lady Cleopatra asks: Courts, Judges, Attorneys or others in higher office to please put attention to the issues that need justifiable laws or alterations as history and the present shows there are tyrannical laws bringing about disruption and decline whereas prosperous laws deliver harmony and order.

Better Ballot Georgia, Inc proposes instant runoff voting as a simple solution to wasting time and money returning to the polls...

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Georgia voters head to the polls, and some cities may need runoff elections this month. To educate citizens about alternatives to this system, Better Ballot Georgia, Inc (BBGa), an all-volunteer, Georgia non-profit proclaims November to be "No More Runoffs Month."

Minnesota Candidate Sam Stiele announces formulation of Raspberry Fund Scholarship

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- According to Citizens 4 Stiele, Sam Stiele recently announced formulation of Raspberry Fund Scholarship. Mentoring is one of the most important actions we can take to support a strong city for years to come. Throughout my campaign, I have shared that a focus during my mayoral term will be mentoring others to lead in the future.

NY Mayoral Candidate Cleopatra Fitzgerald on the Trending Topic of National and International Security

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- According to New York City's Mayoral candidate, Cleopatra Fitzgerald, "National and international security are indispensable for the safety of citizens, tourists, immigrants and residents," and she's bringing some injustices to light. She knows that creating agencies, departments, sectors, industries and infrastructures are global governments' approach to developing coordination, but they don't always work.

CSPC Announces Nate Morris Fellowship at George Washington University

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Center for the Study of the Presidency and Congress (CSPC) is proud to announce The Nate Morris Fellowship at George Washington University, the third endowed Presidential Fellowship launched in collaboration with Morris, an alumnus of the Presidential Fellows program.

Princeton School of Public and International Affairs to Receive Nate Morris Presidential Fellowship at the Center for the Study of the...

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Center for the Study of the Presidency and Congress is pleased to announce the creation of the Nate Morris Fellowship at the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs, through a gift of the Morris Foundation. This gift is the second Presidential Fellowship endowed by Mr. Morris, a member of the Board of Trustees of the Center for the Study of the Presidency and Congress.

Decorated Combat Veteran, Lt Col Steven Fowler, Announces Republican Candidacy in TX-28

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- I am excited to announce my candidacy as a Republican in the 28th U.S. Congressional District of Texas. I'm running for Congress because I'm sick of illegal immigrants pouring into our country. I'm tired of the caravans swarming our border. I don't like illegal alien criminals putting my family or yours, at risk.

1st Edge LLC Wins Advanced Technology International OTA Contract to Develop AI Solutions for U.S. Army

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- 1st Edge, a leader in designing pragmatic solutions using Artificial Intelligence and new technologies, announced the win of a $46M Other Transaction Authority (OTA) contract to develop Artificial Intelligence solutions for the US Army. The contract continues an effort named Pragmatic Artificial Intelligence and New Technology (PAINT).

Sam Stiele announces ‘We Lean Local’ Platform as Part of Mayoral Candidacy in Hopkins MN

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Sam Stiele announces "We Lean Local" Platform. A lot of people talk about politics and reflect on what is happening nationally. Local government impacts our lives perhaps more than any other vote we cast. When you think about who is at the helm in local government those are the people planning future city needs.

AAPI Toastmaster Judy Thang Hosts The 2021 Los Angeles Congress of Neighborhoods

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Asian American Toastmaster Judy Thang has been selected to host the opening session of the 2021 Los Angeles Congress of Neighborhoods. This year, the theme of the event will be "Leading Change Together," Toastmasters District 52 announced today.

Compassion Prison Project and CA Surgeon General Dr. Nadine Burke-Harris Raise ACE Awareness in California Prison

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Compassion Prison Project (CPP) piloted its innovative new series "Trauma Talks," an educational video program with accompanying workbook this week. CPP's mission is to create trauma-informed prisons and communities by bringing trauma awareness education and proven healing modalities to the men and women living and working in prison.

American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) Reaffirms Opposition to Legislative Threats to Abortion Care

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) is committed to people having unfettered access to comprehensive sexual and reproductive health care services, including abortion care, that are readily available, affordable, and guided by objective evidence-based information. Given this position, ACNM is dismayed by the failure of the United States Supreme Court to block the implementation of Texas Senate Bill 8.

HESS FOR OREGON: Nick Hess Announces Run for Oregon Governor

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Nick Hess, local business owner and entrepreneur, announced today his candidacy for the Republican nomination as Oregon Governor for the 2022 election. Mr. Hess is running as a moderate, fiscal conservative in hopes of bringing Oregonians together.

Southwest Airlines Adds Expanded Service at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport to Begin in March 2022

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Amarillo travelers will soon have extra options that feature the state capital as Southwest Airlines, in conjunction with Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport, has announced new daily non-stop service to Austin. The new expanded service to Austin begins March 10, 2022 to Austin Bergstrom International Airport.

Exit 36 Slam Poetry Festival 2021 in Pompano Beach features Celebrity Judge, Malcolm-Jamal Warner

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Pompano Beach Arts is proud to announce that television icon Malcolm-Jamal Warner is joining the fourth annual "Exit 36 Slam Poetry Festival" as a celebrity judge. The famed star of "The Cosby Show" and current hit "The Resident" will also be performing his poetry at the festival and sharing thoughts about his career during an Artist Talk.