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Florida Attorney General Uthmeier Becomes First in Nation to Subpoena CVS’s Secret Contracts with Drug Manufacturers, Distributors, and Pharmacies

Landmark Action Aims to Expose Opaque PBM Practices Driving Up Drug Costs and Threatening Independent Pharmacy Access

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., June 25, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Small Business Pharmacies Aligned for Reform (SPAR) today praised Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier for becoming the first attorney general in the United States to subpoena CVS’s confidential contracts with drug manufacturers, wholesale distributors, and both chain and independent retail pharmacies. The subpoenas represent a historic step toward exposing the secretive pricing and contracting practices of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) that patient advocates and independent pharmacists say have driven up prescription drug costs and jeopardized patients’ access to community pharmacy care.

Image caption: Small business Pharmacies Aligned for Reform (SPAR) is a group of Floridian neighborhood pharmacists and other advocates.

“We appreciate Attorney General Uthmeier for standing up to CVS and the vertically integrated PBMs on behalf of Floridians seeking answers to the continuing problems of ever-increasing price and shrinking patient accessibility to prescription medication,” said Dawn Butterfield, SPAR president. “Floridians are entitled to know and understand how PBM contract terms may affect their access to care and the price they pay at the pharmacy counter.”

“The subpoenas will compel CVS to produce contracts that have never been subject to public scrutiny, including agreements governing drug pricing with manufacturers, wholesaler purchase terms, and the reimbursement and network participation conditions imposed on retail pharmacies,” said Barney Bishop, SPAR’s CEO. “Transparency into these agreements will allow investigators to assess whether CVS’s contracting practices comply with state consumer protection and antitrust law, and whether patients are being harmed by the systemic elimination of independent pharmacy competition.”

“SPAR urges state attorneys general across the country to follow Florida’s lead and examine whether PBM contracting practices in their states are harming patients and independent pharmacies,” Mr. Bishop said.

ABOUT SPAR

Small business Pharmacies Aligned for Reform (SPAR) is a group of Floridian neighborhood pharmacists and other advocates focused stopping anti-competitive practices that PBMs use to short circuit the free market while placing additional burdens on patients and pharmacists. SPAR is committed to championing legislation that promotes neighborhood pharmacies’ ability to continue providing medications and care to the local patients and communities they serve. Learn more: https://www.sparfl.org/

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Accepted, Not Denied, Never Decided: California Ferret Petition Remains Unresolved After 378 Days

Petitioners say State's inaction has left them with fewer rights than if the petition had been denied

LA MESA, Calif., June 25, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Three hundred seventy-eight days after the California Fish and Game Commission unanimously voted to give further consideration to a petition seeking removal of domestic ferrets from California’s restricted species list, the petition remains unresolved, says Legalize Ferrets (Legalizeferrets.org).

Photo caption: Dino pauses for a photo while exploring his favorite room in the house – the laundry room. More than a year after California regulators voted to consider Petition 2025-003, the petition remains unresolved.

No recommendation has been issued. No determination has been provided to the petitioner. No final action has been taken.

Petitioners argue that the result is a procedural dead end: had the petition been denied, they could have sought judicial review. Instead, the petition was accepted and referred for evaluation, but remains unresolved more than a year later.

“The unusual part of this case is that acceptance of the petition appears to have left us with fewer practical remedies than a denial would have,” said Pat Wright, founder of LegalizeFerrets.org. “Had the petition been rejected, we could have challenged that decision. Instead, it was accepted, referred, and then left unresolved.”

A PETITION ACCEPTED BUT NEVER DECIDED

On June 11, 2025, the Fish and Game Commission voted unanimously to give further consideration to Petition 2025-003 and referred the matter to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife for evaluation.

Had the Commission denied the petition, petitioners could have pursued available legal remedies. Had the petition proceeded through the normal administrative process, the Department would have completed its review and returned a recommendation to the Commission.

Instead, 378 days later, the petition remains pending without a final determination.

Petitioners contend that the State’s inaction has created a situation in which the administrative process has stalled while no final agency decision exists for a court to review.

PUBLIC RECORDS RAISE ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS

Seeking to understand the status of the petition, petitioners submitted multiple requests under the California Public Records Act.

In response to an April 2026 records request, the Department reported that no responsive records existed. A later records request produced internal documents showing the petition was known to Department personnel and appeared on an internal petitions agenda.

Meeting notes from an April 29, 2026 petitions meeting show discussion of several petitions. The notation for the ferret petition states only: “No discussion.”

Records produced to date have revealed no documented recommendation, evaluation, or analysis of Petition 2025-003.

Additional records revealed litigation-hold communications relating to the petition and subsequent litigation.

THE QUESTION BEFORE THE COURT

The litigation does not ask the court to legalize ferrets.

Instead, the case seeks judicial review of whether state agencies have fulfilled their legal obligations after accepting a petition for consideration.

According to filings in the case, the State argues that petitioners generally must await final agency action before seeking judicial review. Petitioners argue that because no final action has ever been taken, they have been left in procedural limbo—unable to obtain a decision from the agency while simultaneously being told there is no final decision to challenge.

“The question extends beyond ferrets,” Wright said. “If an agency can accept a petition and then simply never complete the process, the public’s right to petition government becomes largely meaningless. Citizens should be entitled to an answer.”

TIMELINE

June 11, 2025
Fish and Game Commission votes unanimously to give further consideration to Petition 2025-003 and refers it to the Department of Fish and Wildlife.

April 2026
Department responds to a Public Records Act request stating that no responsive records exist.

May–June 2026
Additional Public Records Act requests produce internal records, petitions meeting notes, and litigation-hold communications.

March 19, 2026
Petitioners file a writ action in Sacramento County Superior Court seeking judicial intervention.

June 24, 2026
Petition remains unresolved 378 days after referral.

ABOUT THE PETITION

Petition 2025-003 seeks removal of domestic ferrets from California’s restricted species list. Domestic ferrets are legal pets in 48 states. California remains one of only two states that prohibit private ownership.

ABOUT LEGALIZEFERRETS.ORG

Legalize Ferrets (LegalizeFerrets.org) is a California-based advocacy organization dedicated to ending California’s prohibition on domestic ferrets through legislation, administrative reform, public education, transparency, and legal action. Learn more: https://legalizeferrets.org/.

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Four-Time Surfside Mayor Charles W. Burkett Announces Candidacy for Governor of Florida as a ‘No Party Affiliation’ Candidate

SURFSIDE, Fla., May 19, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Charles W. Burkett, four-term Mayor of Surfside and lifelong Floridian, today announced his candidacy for Governor of Florida in the 2026 election as a No Party Affiliation candidate.

Image caption: Charles W. Burkett.

“I’m not a politician, and I don’t really like being called one,” said Burkett. “What I am, is a concerned homeowner, a hardworking parent, a successful problem-solver, and an investor who refuses to go along just to get along. Florida voters deserve someone they can trust — someone who will tell them the truth and be their insider in Tallahassee, not a political double-talker who says one thing and does the exact opposite.”

Born and raised in Miami Beach, Burkett graduated from the University of Miami with a degree in finance and founded a national real estate investment firm. He has dedicated more than four decades to public service, including civic leadership in Miami Beach and four terms as Mayor of Surfside (2006–2008, 2008-2010, 2020–2022, and 2024–2026). During recent terms, he guided the beachside community through the COVID-19 pandemic and the Champlain Towers South condominium collapse, the third deadliest in U.S. history.

Burkett’s campaign will focus on practical, common-sense solutions that put current Florida residents first, like:

KEEPING FLORIDA AFFORDABLE:

Eliminate property taxes on homesteaded primary residences.
Completely rewrite broken property and auto insurance laws.
Dismiss non-criminal traffic tickets for drivers with clean 10-year records.
Eliminate unfair paid highway express lanes.
Eliminate unfair tolls on public roads.
Eliminate Florida’s unfair gas tax.
Eliminate permit fees to repair and improve your home.
Force local government to provide water and sewer at cost.
Slash bloated government, wherever it is, that we don’t need – or want.
Rewrite the unaffordable, broken healthcare laws. Put doctors, not government and insurance companies, in charge. Make ‘Right to Try’ laws absolute. Affirm and codify “My Body, My Choice.” Free Florida medical research from bureaucratic and litigious strangulation.

STOP DANGEROUS OVER-DEVELOPMENT THAT IS DESTROYING OUR WAY OF LIFE:

Repeal the Live Local Act sham, and all others like it, put in place mostly to line the pockets of developers – who then gladly line the pockets of politicians.
Stop the “Manhattanization” and continued “over-densification” of Florida’s charming and historic communities.
Crush traffic and population gridlock by favoring smart renovation over unchecked new construction, and by favoring current residents over those who wish to move to Florida.

RESTORE TRUST AND ‘FEDEX/UPS-STYLE’ EFFICIENCY IN GOVERNMENT:

Eliminate excessive pay and pension schemes that reward career politicians and others which will eventually bankrupt our state.
Any government position paying more than $250,000 must not exceed a two-year term and be reviewed and advertised for replacement, with interviews of all new applicants, every two years.
Prohibit politicians and bureaucrats from wasteful travel. Require all “meetings,” “retreats,” non-physical “training,” and “education,” be conducted by Zoom only.

PROMOTE COMMON-SENSE IDEAS, GROWTH AND RESTORATION:

Demand clean water and air.
Real education for our kids, not factory-style, educational warehousing. Retain only great teachers — good enough is not good enough for our kids.
Transform Florida’s slums, ghettos, and war zone neighborhoods by enacting my proposed “Oasis Act”.
Employ economic development and tourism programs that benefit Floridians most — not developers, special interests, new Florida arrivals, or tourists.

See our campaign website for many more changes a Burkett governorship will bring to Florida.

“Florida has been good to me and my family my entire life,” Burkett added. “I enter this race as a proud, multi-generational American and lifelong Floridian. I want to bring the same passion and love I’ve dedicated to my beautiful Surfside hamlet on the beach – to every corner of the state — all while being unafraid to introduce real, innovative and sometimes radical solutions that will keep Florida a beacon of progress, opportunity, quality of life and success.”

MORE ABOUT CHARLES W. BURKETT

Charles Burkett is a lifelong Floridian, successful businessman, and four-term Mayor of Surfside, Florida. After college, Charles used savings from work as a construction laborer to buy his first property in 1983. He renovated it with help from friends he hired, leased it and went on to repeat that process over and over, which ultimately resulted in his ownership of properties in eight states, including Florida.

While busy in business, he also took time to give back as a political activist. Charles moved to Surfside in 1996 and has earned a reputation for not being afraid to shake things up or take on the hard issues. Honesty, straight talk, and putting residents first are his primary objectives. The bottom line is that Charles Burkett has the right experience; personally, in business, and in politics, to serve the people of Florida and make their lives better.

For even more information about Charles and his views: https://americawantsbetter.org/

Website: https://burkettforgov.com/

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Kappler’s 50th anniversary on April 1 is no joking matter

GUNTERSVILLE, Ala., April 1, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Protective apparel manufacturer Kappler®, Inc. marks its 50th anniversary on April 1, with a twist of corporate irony around the company’s April Fools’ founding date in 1976. As millions of emergency responders and safety professionals can attest, Kappler’s innovative chemical suits are no joking matter.

Image caption: 50 Years of Proven Protection logo.

Based in Guntersville, Alabama, Kappler turns 50 as a technology leader that continues to redefine the concept of worker protection. From the company’s earliest hazmat suits to recent innovations for biological, fire retardant and thermal protection, Kappler has led a critical industry with unmatched quality and user training.

Founded by George Kappler Jr., the company is led today by President and CEO Laura Kappler-Roberts.

“In 1976 no one expected my father’s small company sewing disposable coveralls would evolve into a technology-based leader in life-saving apparel,” Kappler-Roberts said. “The company’s development of broad-based chemical protective fabrics literally redefined hazmat protection on a global basis.”

From six sewing machines and eight employees Kappler grew into a complex business that boasts almost 30 patents for composite fabrics, seaming techniques and other aspects of protective technology.

“Innovation is the backbone of the company. It is how we have survived and will be the key to thriving for the next 50 years,” Kappler-Roberts said.

Along with the innovative products themselves, Kappler also developed a reputation as the industry’s unmatched training expert. From ASTM testing methods to National Fire Protection Association chemical suit standards, Kappler developed user education programs and tools that made complex technical concepts easy to understand.

Kappler also developed HazMatch®, the first digital selection tool for protective clothing. Beyond suit type and size details, HazMatch provides extensive third-party chemical test results and other technical data that help users understand not just the suit but the hazard scenario itself. The platform is a tangible example of the company’s long-time tagline: “Know What You’re Getting Into.”

In reflecting on the company’s 50-year history, George Kappler recalled how they had to do a lot of pioneering work in the early days to explain exactly what the company did.

“We started saying ‘Kappler keeps bad stuff off people’ and that eventually became the company’s mission statement,” Kappler said.

“We make protection for people who do hazardous jobs. At the end of the day, when they put on our suit they’re putting their life in our hands. That’s a responsibility we take very seriously.”

To learn more visit: https://www.kappler.com/

About Kappler:

Founded in 1976, Kappler is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of protective fabrics and apparel for chemical, biological, radioactive and nuclear hazards (CBRN). Garments range from partial-body protection to NFPA* Certified total-encapsulating, gas-tight suits. From superheated steam to below-zero temperature applications, Kappler’s innovative fabrics address protection for a wide range of thermal hazards.

Currently holding over 26 U.S. patents, Kappler continues to research and develop new products that serve the fire, military, hazmat, emergency response, industrial and healthcare markets worldwide.

A family and woman-owned company registered to ISO 9001 since 1996, Kappler is a leading innovator in chemical and other barrier fabrics, garment design, specialty products and user education and training. Kappler makes its products at its U.S. corporate headquarters and manufacturing campus, located in Guntersville, Alabama.

*National Fire Protection Association

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The Mortgage Collaborative to send advocacy committee to Washington for policy meetings

SAN DIEGO, Calif., March 27, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network for mortgage lenders, will send its Advocacy Committee to Washington, D.C. on April 16 to meet with federal policymakers and housing agencies to discuss mortgage lending, regulatory reform and housing affordability.

Image caption: TMC – The Mortgage Collaborative.

The meetings are designed to advance member-driven priorities and bring the collective voice of banks, credit unions and independent mortgage banks to federal housing agencies. Committee members will engage directly with policymakers to provide feedback on key regulatory and policy issues, including implementation of recent federal housing initiatives, credit costs, regulatory modernization, artificial intelligence frameworks, agency approval processes and housing affordability.

“These meetings allow us to bring the real-world experiences of our members directly to policymakers,” said Amy Azorandia, SVP of mortgage compliance and systems at First Trust Bank and chair of TMC’s Advocacy Committee. “This trip is an opportunity for TMC to represent our members’ interests at the highest levels, advocate for reduced regulatory barriers and reinforce the essential role our lenders play in expanding access to sustainable homeownership.”

The visit includes an in-person National Advocacy Committee meeting and meetings with the Federal Housing Finance Agency, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Ginnie Mae and Fannie Mae. The trip is scheduled for the day following the Mortgage Bankers Association’s National Advocacy Conference, in which many TMC Advocacy Committee members and lender members are participating, with timing coordinated to maximize industry visibility and engagement while maintaining separate meetings.

“Consistent engagement with policymakers is critical as regulatory priorities continue to take shape,” said Jodi Hall, president and CEO of The Mortgage Collaborative. “Our focus is on advancing practical, lender-agnostic solutions that reduce unnecessary complexity, support responsible lending and ensure independent mortgage banks and community lenders can continue expanding access to homeownership.”

TMC’s Advocacy Committee was formed in 2023, starting as a small breakout group at the organization’s March conference before conducting its first advocacy trip to Washington, D.C., later that year. The committee returned to Washington in 2024 but paused travel in 2025 due to the transition in federal administration and scheduling issues with key agencies. In 2025, under the leadership of TMC Lender Member Chair Sarah Gonzalez, the committee formalized its charter, defining its mission, meeting schedule and member expectations. The upcoming visit will be the committee’s third trip to Washington as it continues to foster relationships with policymakers and advocate for independent mortgage lenders. To learn more, visit TMC’s advocacy page at https://mortgagecollaborative.com/advocacy-committee/.

About The Mortgage Collaborative

The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC) is a membership-driven organization that empowers mortgage lenders across the United States through networking, education and advocacy. TMC fosters an environment of collaboration and innovation, ensuring its members succeed regardless of market conditions. For more information, visit mortgagecollaborative.com

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Former DOE NEPA Chief and Save LBI Advocacy President Warns SPEED Act Would ‘Eviscerate’ Environmental Protections and Violate the Constitution

LONG BEACH ISLAND, N.J., March 19, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Bob Stern, Ph.D., President of Save Long Beach Island (LBI) Advocacy and former manager of the Office of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Affairs for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), today issued a sharp warning regarding the Senate’s consideration of the Standardized Permitting and Expediting Economic Development (SPEED) Act. While framed as “permitting reform,” Stern argues the bill is a dangerous overreach that threatens the bedrock of American environmental law and constitutional separation of powers.

Image caption: Save Long Beach Island (LBI) Advocacy.

“The SPEED Act does contain some useful deadlines for Agency action but goes way too far and essentially eviscerates the NEPA itself,” Stern said. “This bill ignores the reality that delays are often caused by poor Agency implementation and a failure to fully disclose environmental impacts. In many cases, it isn’t the NEPA vehicle that needs fixing, but rather the ‘nut’ behind the wheel.”

FLAWED IMPLEMENTATION, NOT FLAWED LAW

Only a few agencies have a problem with the National Environmental Policy Act. Stern highlighted the extensive litigation facing the nation’s current offshore wind program as a primary example of implementation failure. He noted that the Department of the Interior (DOI) currently awards lease areas — the most important environmental decision — with virtually no environmental impact information, locking developers into flawed locations and inevitably leading to downstream litigation when environmental problems are brought to light years later in environmental impact statements (EIS), other statutory reviews, and comments by informed stakeholders.

COUNTERPRODUCTIVE REQUIREMENTS

“The bill limits the scope of environmental reviews to the ‘immediate’ and ‘proximate’ effects of a project, dismissing impacts that are caused by the project but separated geographically and timewise,” explained Thomas Stavola Jr. Esq., attorney on behalf of Save Long Beach Island Advocacy. “It also would eliminate the current requirement for an assessment of cumulative impacts. While this may make a consultant’s life easier, it conflicts with well-established case law and the full disclosure requirements of the Act.”

Stavola further noted that “a decision-maker considering such limited information would not be operating in the “real world” and, therefore prone to making flawed decisions, creating more opportunity for litigation and delay.

CONSTITUTIONAL AND LEGAL RED FLAGS

In an extensive markup sent to Senators Sheldon Whitehouse and Martin Heinrich, Save LBI Advocacy identified many provisions in the House-passed version of the SPEED Act that are counterproductive, legally indefensible, and in need of major revision:

Citizen Rights: The bill would limit the rights of affected parties to seek relief in Court, which conflicts with the standing prerequisites mandated by Article III of the Constitution. It also conflicts with and violates the Administrative Procedures Act (APA), which holds that a person adversely affected or aggrieved by an agency action is entitled to judicial review.

Restrictions on the Courts: The proposed restrictions on vacatur and injunctive relief improperly constrain judicial power and contradict the APA’s clear mandate to “set aside” or vacate unlawful agency actions. By dictating deference to agency judgement of impact, the bill undermines the court’s ability to equitably weigh harms to the parties involved.

Conflicts with SCOTUS Precedent: The requirement for “substantial deference” to agencies violates the recent U.S. Supreme Court Chevron deference reversal ruling, which now demands that courts exercise independent judgment in interpreting statutes.

Separation of Powers: Provisions that make a court’s remand power contingent on developer consent constitute an unconstitutional impingement on Article III judicial authority.

CONCLUSIONS

“This is not good law,” Stern concluded. “In its present form, the bill creates confusion and does not foster wise decision-making. It would eviscerate NEPA, which has been a bedrock of national environmental policy for over 50 years, and stands in direct conflict with other law and the Constitution itself. Most importantly, the bill does not address the root causes of many delays, which can be fixed with more informed and cooperative applicant and agency staff work.

A CALL FOR CAUTION

Save LBI Advocacy is calling on the Senators Whitehouse and Heinrich to exercise extreme caution in proceeding with the SPEED Act to be sure they are: (1) addressing the root causes of delay and not creating more chaos and confusion, which will serve no one, and (2) not removing environmental protections that have served us well for over a half-century. To that end, Save LBI Advocacy is asking them to consider its markup of the bill, which can still achieve significant permitting reform while preserving the Act.

ABOUT SAVE LONG BEACH ISLAND ADVOCACY, INC.

Save LBI Advocacy is a non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to protecting the shore and ocean environment through rigorous advocacy, ensuring lawful environmental review for offshore industrial development. For more information, please visit https://www.savelbi.org/save-lbi-advocacy.

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Fahe Launches Multi-State Housing Can’t Wait Campaign to Confront the Economic and Workforce Impact of Housing Shortages

Highlighting state-level housing supply gaps, the campaign delivers investment-ready solutions to accelerate housing production across five Appalachian states

BEREA, Ky., Feb. 19, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Fahe today announced the expansion of its Housing Can’t Wait® initiative through a coordinated, multi-state advocacy campaign designed to elevate housing as a central economic and workforce priority across Appalachia.

Image caption: Fahe Launches Multi-State “Housing Can’t Wait” Campaign to Confront the Economic and Workforce Impact of Housing Shortages.

Across Appalachia, housing shortages are not accidental. They are the result of decades of underinvestment, constrained capital, and policy gaps that have limited production in rural and underserved communities. Employers struggle to recruit workers. Young families leave for lack of attainable starter homes. Economic development initiatives stall without sufficient housing supply.

Housing Can’t Wait connects these housing supply gaps directly to state-level economic performance and advances practical, investment-ready solutions to increase production.

As part of this expansion, Fahe is deploying a targeted omni-channel digital campaign across Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama, West Virginia, and Virginia. The campaign combines state-specific data with compelling visual storytelling to illustrate how housing shortages drive worker shortages, reduce family stability, and limit long-term competitiveness.

Digital placements are strategically targeted to policymakers, legislative staff, economic development leaders, and key influencers in and around state capitols — ensuring housing remains visible during critical legislative and budget discussions.

“Housing is economic infrastructure,” said Maggie Riden, Chief External Affairs Officer at Fahe. “When housing supply falls short, workforce growth slows. State leaders have a clear opportunity to strengthen economic competitiveness by prioritizing housing investment, and we are providing data-driven, implementation-ready pathways to make that possible.”

Solving the housing challenge requires sustained state-level leadership aligned with proven financing tools and regional expertise—like the capabilities Fahe and our 50+ Member organizations bring to communities across Appalachia.

While federal housing programs remain important, state governments have powerful tools to address supply constraints. Flexible state-level funding mechanisms can fill financing gaps, respond to local market conditions, support workforce housing tied to economic development, and leverage private and philanthropic capital.

Housing Can’t Wait equips policymakers with:

State-specific housing supply data
Clear legislative recommendations
Proven funding mechanisms
Implementation-ready policy pathways

With this five-state expansion, Housing Can’t Wait reinforces a simple reality: economic growth depends on housing supply — and state action can accelerate results.

About Fahe

Fahe unites people, organizations, and resources to build homes, strengthen communities, and create a thriving Appalachia. Since 1980, Fahe and its Members have invested nearly $5 billion, improving life for more than one million people through housing and community development. Fahe is leading a regional performance challenge with our 50+ Member organizations to double housing production across Appalachia by 2030.

Learn more at https://fahe.org/ and https://www.housingcantwait.org/.

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Real-World Police Experience Drives 4,000+ Elite Protection and Security Dog Placements Worldwide

ARGYLE, Texas, Jan. 27, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Scott’s K9 has reached a significant milestone with over 4,000 dogs trained and placed globally. These protection dogs for sale range from police and government contract placements to private protection dogs. This is an achievement founder, Steve Scott, attributes to a differentiator most protection dog companies lack: authentic police K9 experience applied to family protection.

Image caption: Elite trained protection dogs.

Unlike typical protection dog trainers, Scott’s K9 bridges two worlds rarely combined in the civilian market. Scott served as head trainer of his police department’s K9 Unit after military deployments across Europe, where he refined advanced K-9 dog training methods and cultivated relationships with elite European kennels that supply working dogs to law enforcement and military units, worldwide.

“Our competitive advantage is straightforward,” Scott explains. “We apply real-world police K9 training methodologies to family protection dogs. Most companies in this space lack actual law enforcement experience. We’ve trained dogs that have to perform under genuine life-threatening conditions, and we bring that expertise to every family placement.”

Scott notes that when his daughter attended Texas A&M a Malinois was by her side.

So, how does Scott’s law enforcement background manifest? It does so in several ways:

Dual-capability training: Scott’s K9 dogs provide both genuine family companionship and elite-level protection — a balance that requires understanding how working dogs perform in unpredictable real-world scenarios, not just controlled training environments.

Comprehensive family integration: Drawing from police K9 handler training protocols, Scott personally instructs clients, their children and family members on proper deployment of their protection dogs in various situations — teaching civilians to work with their dogs the way law enforcement handlers do.

No-nonsense approach: Scott’s training philosophy reflects his police background which includes direct, practical instruction focused on what families actually need to know and eliminates the marketing rhetoric common in the luxury protection dog industry.

The milestone comes as client inquiries have jumped 47 percent over two years, driven by increased security concerns among high-profile individuals and families in remote estates. Industry observers note that professionally trained protection dogs offer security advantages that alarm systems cannot replicate — a trained dog provides judgment, deterrence and protective capability that technology alone cannot deliver.

Image caption: Scott’s K9.

Scott’s K9’s comprehensive approach, rigorous temperament testing, obedience training and specialized protection work, has established new industry standards in professional security dog placement, with placements now spanning six continents among Fortune 500 executives, high-net-worth families, law enforcement agencies and corporate security teams.

“This milestone validates our approach but doesn’t change our mission,” Scott says. “Our goal is making professional-grade security dog placement accessible to more clients who understand the difference between marketing and genuine protection capability.”

Scott’s K9 continues working exclusively with select breeders across Europe and North America, ensuring each dog meets rigorous health, temperament and working ability standards before beginning specialized training.

Each protection dog is priced at $150,000 USD. They do not offer tiers, levels or sell partial protection and all dogs are trained to one uncompromising global standard. This exceeds what the industry refers to as Level 1, Level 2 or Level 3 protection dogs.

ABOUT SCOTT’S K9

In business for 20 years, Scott’s K9 is a premier provider of elite protection dogs based in Argyle, Texas. Founded by Steve Scott, a U.S. Army veteran and former head trainer of a police department K9 Unit, the company serves executives, families, estates and agencies worldwide.

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CUSP Risk & Audit Analytics Helps States Spot Risks Faster, Audit Smarter, and Elevate Program Integrity in Early Childhood

SEATTLE, Wash., Jan. 15, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Third Sector Intelligence (3Si) today highlighted its Child Universal Success Platform (CUSP) Risk & Audit Analytics solution, a purpose-built tool that helps state agencies spot risks faster, audit smarter, and strengthen program integrity and provider support across publicly funded early childhood programs. Released in 2024, the solution has become increasingly relevant as states refine their early childhood systems and look for practical ways to use data for oversight, planning, and continuous quality improvement.

Image caption: Third Sector Intelligence (3Si) today highlighted its Child Universal Success Platform (CUSP) Risk & Audit Analytics solution.

State program leaders, audit teams, and analysts often spend too much time chasing scattered clues across multiple systems instead of clearly seeing which providers present the highest compliance risk. CUSP Risk & Audit Analytics consolidates fragmented data into a single, interactive risk dashboard, applying standardized scoring to every provider across critical compliance scenarios so teams can see the full landscape at a glance and then drill down to individual providers when needed.

“States are being asked to do more with the same teams: manage risk, support providers, and show that public dollars are used wisely,” said Will McCoy, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at Third Sector Intelligence (3Si). “With CUSP Risk & Audit Analytics, agencies can spot risks faster and audit smarter by replacing scattered clues and gut feelings with a single, defensible view of provider risk.”

With weekly, monthly, and annual views, the dashboard surfaces short-term spikes in risk while preserving long-term trends, helping teams distinguish between one-off anomalies and persistent patterns. Provider-level drilldowns show exactly what is driving each risk score—such as a surge in attendance spikes or payment anomalies—while embedded definitions and expanded provider attributes, including ages served, explain each metric at the point of review.

Objective, data-driven risk scores allow agencies to prioritize and defend audit selection, moving away from decisions based solely on complaints, history, or “gut feel.” Historical tracking and exportable evidence support transparent, defensible audit trails and post-action rationale, making it easier to demonstrate fairness and consistency in oversight.

Rich filtering options—by program, facility type, licensed capacity, location, risk tier, and more—help teams focus enforcement and technical assistance where it will have the most impact for children and families. Automated scoring, regular data refreshes, and downloadable datasets reduce manual work and free staff to concentrate on higher-value activities such as provider support, policy refinement, and strategic planning.

Because scoring logic, scenario definitions, and dashboard views can be aligned to each state’s data availability and audit policies, Risk & Audit Analytics fits within existing governance structures and does not prescribe a particular policy. The solution is designed to strengthen operational capacity and program integrity in a neutral, transparent way, regardless of how states structure or fund their early childhood systems.

Image caption: Third Sector Intelligence (3Si).

“As states invest in stronger data systems and more coordinated early childhood infrastructure, they need tools that translate data into everyday oversight decisions,” McCoy added. “Risk & Audit Analytics helps agencies work smarter—elevating program integrity while supporting providers and, ultimately, the children and families they serve.”

Learn more at: https://team3si.com/cusp/

About Third Sector Intelligence

Third Sector Intelligence (3Si) partners with state agencies to deliver integrated data platforms and analytics solutions that improve the effectiveness, accessibility and sustainability of early childhood systems. By bringing together information from across programs and turning it into context-rich, operational insights, 3Si helps public-sector teams manage risk, support providers, and strengthen outcomes for children and families.

For more information about CUSP Risk & Audit Analytics or to schedule a consultation, please contact:
Will McCoy, VP Strategic Partnerships
wmccoy@team3si.com

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Pocatello Children’s Clinic Warns of Primary Care Pending Tragedy – Proposes Emergency Amendment to 2025 Idaho House Bill 345

Fallout could trigger a $400-$600 million annual budget overrun and loss of access to care for children on Medicaid

POCATELLO, Idaho, Jan. 7, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Pocatello Children’s Clinic is sounding the alarm regarding a pending statewide primary care crisis created by 2025 Idaho House Bill 345, and proposing an emergency amendment to avert tragedy. Idaho recently passed legislation to transition Medicaid to Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) by 2029. While the intent is to improve efficiency and cost control, interim changes over the next three years include eliminating the Healthy Connections Case Management program, well before replacement infrastructure is ready. The fallout could trigger a $400-$600 million annual budget overrun and loss of access to care for children on Medicaid.

Image caption: Pocatello Children’s Clinic.

A PROPOSED SOLUTION:

To prevent this crisis, the Pocatello Children’s Clinic has drafted a formal Amendment to House Bill 345. The amendment seeks to re-establish the Healthy Connections Case Management program as a bridge until the MCOs are fully ready to accept the handoff. This ensures a seamless transition, protects taxpayer dollars, and maintains the primary care infrastructure that has served Idaho for 32 years.

The Clinic has spent the last six months collaborating with state legislators, partner clinics, hospitals, other Idaho pediatricians, and the Idaho Academy of Family Physicians to build support for this measure. So far, the response has been positive; however, action is desperately needed.

CALL TO ACTION:

As the Idaho Legislature convenes on January 12, the Pocatello Children’s Clinic urges citizens to contact their state legislators. Reinstating the Healthy Connections Case Management program is a vital step in ensuring that Idaho doctors can continue to serve their communities.

BACKGROUND INFO:

Healthy Connections enables local physicians to coordinate care for Medicaid-insured patients. Approximately one-third of patients at Pocatello Children’s Clinic rely on Medicaid to access care. Loss of this long-standing program threatens access to vital health services and creates financial instability for community-based pediatric practices.

Healthy Connections benefits all patients – not just those on Medicaid—by supporting referrals, after-hours care, preventive care, and care coordination. Pediatric practices invest significant effort in reducing unnecessary emergency room visits through free nurse lines, overnight physician access, and extended clinic hours. These services do not generate revenue but are critical to keeping costs down and improving outcomes.

Rising healthcare costs are driven by technology, high-cost medications, chronic disease, and patient expectations—not by Healthy Connections Case Management. Short-term savings from eliminating the program will be eclipsed by higher emergency room utilization, delayed care, and reduced access to primary care, ultimately increasing costs to the state. Idaho Medicaid reimbursement to private practice is often already less than the cost of providing that patient visit.

Beyond fiscal impact, there is a human cost. Medicaid practices are central to the health and stability of local communities. The clinic’s Pediatricians, nurses, office managers, and support staff are community members who have served Southeast Idaho families for more than 60 years. The ability of practices like ours to continue providing that level of service is under threat.

ABOUT POCATELLO CHILDREN’S CLINIC:

Pocatello Children’s Clinic includes eight of the nine primary care pediatricians in the region (including Bannock, Power, Caribou, Bear Lake, Oneida, Franklin, and Bingham counties). Since 1962, the Pocatello Children’s Clinic has provided comprehensive pediatric care to generations of families in Southeast Idaho. As a historical medical training site for the University of Washington, Idaho State University, and Full Circle Health, the clinic remains dedicated to fostering the next generation of healthcare professionals and protecting the health of Idaho’s children. Find out more at: https://pocatellochildren.com/.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

Pocatello Children’s Contact:
Jessica Perry, Office Administrator
+1 208-232-1443
jperry@pocatellochildren.com

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RMA Joins RVi to Update West Tampa CRA Redevelopment Plan

Renowned Firms Partner to Chart Next 10 Years of Growth

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Dec. 17, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — RMA (rma.us.com), a leading economic development firm, is proud to be part of the project team helmed by RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture (RVi) to update the West Tampa Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Redevelopment Plan. The plan update will focus on a redevelopment roadmap for the next 10 years and will identify community priorities, strategic opportunities, and economic partners to best execute the CRA’s goals, objectives, and policies.

Image caption: West Tampa CRA.

“Our RMA team is honored that RVi selected us to collaborate on this important project,” said Christopher Brown, RMA Principal. “We are thrilled to build upon the outstanding work the CRA is doing with improvements to parks, multimodal connection, and the West Riverwalk project that recently broke ground.”

RVi is currently serving the City of Tampa’s Sustainability Division by leading an extensive tree-planting implementation program across multiple Ybor neighborhoods. RVi selected RMA as a strategic partner due to the firm’s specialized CRA expertise. A highly respected authority in the field, RMA has developed more than 25 CRA Plans and is led by individuals with over 30 years of experience implementing CRA projects.

For this project, RVi and RMA will build upon the Agency’s achievements and will continue to ensure the CRA Redevelopment Plan update process has deep community involvement and stakeholder participation.

“We are delighted to be adding RMA’s expertise to this project,” said Alexis Crespo, VP of Planning, RVi. “We share a similar philosophy and believe several initiatives are crucial for the CRA Redevelopment Plan Update. These include: a focus on attracting targeted redevelopment to catalytic sites; supporting historic and cultural preservation through updated development controls; defining the CRA through placemaking of public space; and creating a safe and accessible gateway for all transportation modes. We look forward to expanding upon these efforts together.”

With its central location in the heart of the city, between Downtown and the Westshore business district, West Tampa is poised for major redevelopment activity and its easy access to I-275 makes it a prime location for investment.

About RMA:

Founded in 2009 by Kim Briesemeister and Chris Brown, RMA is comprised of a phenomenal team of leading experts in economic development, real estate for governments, marketing, urban design, and financial analysis. RMA, headquartered in Pompano Beach, Florida, is a highly experienced, full-service economic redevelopment consulting and management firm, specializing in revitalizing core areas and corridors for cities, counties, and special districts nationwide. The co-founders are also the authors of one of the definitive books about city redevelopment, “Reinventing Your City: 8 Steps to Turn Your City Around.” Learn more: https://rma.us.com/.

About RVi:

RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture is a regional design firm widely recognized for its creative contributions in land use analysis, community planning, and design of outdoor spaces. Through creative strategy and design, they lead integrated teams to envision the world’s next great communities, public places, campuses, and hospitality experiences. RVi is a part of the Atwell Family of Companies

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RMA Hired by the City of Coconut Creek to Create Redevelopment Plan

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Dec. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — RMA (rma.us.com), a leading economic development firm, has been awarded a contract by the City of Coconut Creek to create a redevelopment plan for the City. The award-winning firm will establish a set of redevelopment strategies, evaluate city-owned vacant land, identify underused private properties ripe for redevelopment, and conduct a long-term financial analysis for the city.

Image caption: City of Coconut Creek.

“RMA is honored to be working with the City of Coconut Creek,” said Lynn Dehlinger, Project Manager. “The city leaders have achieved so much through their forward-thinking vision, and they recognize that strategic redevelopment is essential to continue that success. We are enthusiastic about joining their efforts and helping to build that future.”

The City Commission’s goal is to ensure Coconut Creek’s economic vitality and sustainability by identifying development and redevelopment opportunities, evaluating their impacts on the local economy, municipal services, and the city’s fiscal health.

Nestled between Miami and Palm Beach, Coconut Creek distinguishes itself through thoughtful design and an eco-conscious ethos, earning recognition as a “Best City to Live in America” by Money Magazine and securing a Top 10 spot in Florida rankings by Movoto and NerdWallet.

With a population of 58,000, the city fosters a thriving business community anchored by the MainStreet Project. This award-winning development, recognized for its design excellence, is the city’s crown jewel. It features the Seminole Casino Coconut Creek and the upscale, 23-acre open-air Promenade, boasting diverse shops and restaurants.

The MainStreet initiative is set to revitalize the city center by creating a vibrant, walkable destination. It introduces a sophisticated mix of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces, including parks and activities, underscoring Coconut Creek’s commitment to people-centered development.

As a forward-thinking city, Coconut Creek is dedicated to sustainable and resilient growth. Known as the “Butterfly Capital of the World” thanks to Butterfly World, the city is home to the largest park of its kind globally. Established in 1988, this vibrant sanctuary invites visitors into an immersive experience where they can walk among as many as 20,000 fluttering butterflies and diverse tropical creatures, exploring its expansive aviaries and educational breeding laboratory.

Coconut Creek’s development strategy prioritizes purposeful mixed-use spaces, ensuring long-term environmental and economic sustainability. This unique blend of nature, opportunity, and innovation positions Coconut Creek for a bright future and a high quality of life.

RMA brings extensive experience to this project, having successfully consulted with numerous cities, counties, and CRA Districts across the state. The firm specializes in developing comprehensive economic development and redevelopment plans that leverage each area’s unique strengths, while driving sustainable growth and enhancing the quality of life for residents.

About RMA:

Founded in 2009 by Kim Briesemeister and Chris Brown, RMA is comprised of a phenomenal team of leading experts in economic development, real estate for governments, marketing, urban design, and financial analysis. RMA, headquartered in Pompano Beach, Florida is a highly experienced, full-service economic redevelopment consulting and management firm, specializing in revitalizing core areas and corridors for cities, counties, and special districts nationwide. The co-founders are also the authors of one of the definitive books about city redevelopment, “Reinventing Your City: 8 Steps to Turn Your City Around.”

Learn more: https://rma.us.com/

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Cole Engineering (CESI) Awarded Hybrid Force-on-Force Small Arms Training System

CESI is advancing Small Arms Training through AI-powered hybrid targeting

ORLANDO, Fla., Dec. 1, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Cole Engineering Services, Inc. (CESI), a By Light Company, has been competitively down selected to demonstrate the next evolution in live training modernization: the Force-on-Force Small Arms Appended Sensor Package (ASP). This hybrid system, which integrates laser, optical, and geo-pairing technologies, represents a significant leap forward in live training realism.

Image caption: Cole Engineering Services Inc – a By Light Company.

This award builds on CESI’s growing live training portfolio and continues the momentum from the recently awarded Stinger Training System (STS), reinforcing CESI’s role in closing persistent force-on-force training gaps through innovation.

Powered by CESI’s advanced computer vision, the system enables optical targeting that distinguishes between cover and concealment, capturing the shooter’s sight picture and aimpoint in real time. Using weapon-specific ballistic modeling, it delivers precise adjudication. By fusing optical tracking with existing laser infrastructure and CESI’s unique AI-enabled services, the hybrid approach provides unmatched realism and high-fidelity performance feedback at the tactical edge.

The ASP mounts directly to standard small arms and integrates with existing Tactical Engagement Simulation Systems (TESS). It features simplified zeroing, automatic calibration, and real-time data collection—supporting scalable, unit-level training with minimal overhead.

A prototype will be further tested at a Soldier Touch Point in early 2026, supporting iterative user feedback and rapid modernization under the U.S. Army’s Synthetic Training Environment Live Training System (STE-LTS) Increment 2.

To support STE-LTS and other strategic Artificial Intelligence (AI) initiatives, By Light has officially launched AI Lab, an innovation hub designed to accelerate the development, testing, and deployment of AI-enabled solutions—including advanced computer vision—across defense, cybersecurity, and enterprise domains.

About CESI

Cole Engineering Services, Inc. (CESI), a By Light Company, delivers software-defined training, simulation, and cyber solutions that support the integrated multi-domain force. Since 2004, CESI has led the development and integration of Live, Virtual, Constructive, and Gaming (LVCG) environments, serious games, wargaming, and cyber training platforms. We equip warfighters with adaptable, outcome-driven technologies to train, fight, and win across contested domains. Learn more at https://coleengineering.com/.

About By Light

About the By Light AI Lab

By Light’s dedicated AI Lab serves as a collaborative center of excellence, integrating advanced machine learning, generative AI, and data analytics into mission-critical systems. With a strong emphasis on ethical AI, trustworthiness, data integrity, real-time threat detection, and automated decision support, the AI Lab enables By Light and its partners to rapidly prototype, validate, and deploy next-generation AI capabilities that advance national security objectives and drive digital transformation.

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AboutFace-USA: Honoring Service, Growing Impact, and Looking Ahead

CUMMING, Ga., Oct. 21, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — For more than 12 years, Joe LaBranche has been a driving force behind AboutFace-USA, a veteran-founded nonprofit dedicated to healing veterans, strengthening families, and uniting communities. Under his leadership, the organization has grown into a vital resource for Georgia’s veteran community, including the 2024 launch of AboutFace Farm, an aeroponic farm that grows fresh produce and nutrient rich microgreens to support whole health wellness and provide meaningful work for veterans.

Image caption: AboutFace-USA Founder Joe LaBranche and Executive Director Carol LaBranche.

This fall marks an important new chapter: Carol LaBranche, Joe’s wife and longtime partner in the mission, has taken the helm of AboutFace-USA as Executive Director. Carol brings a strong nonprofit business background, receiving her Master of Public Administration degree from the University of North Georgia. She is past president of the VFW Auxiliary Post 9143 and AboutFace-USA’s Veteran Resource and Community Center.

Her strength in understanding and empathizing with veterans and family members with mental and behavioral health concerns come from life lessons and self-educating on trauma-informed care practices. With Carol developing community involvement, as well as a veteran coalition for the area to focus on veteran suicide and homeless prevention, Joe remains deeply involved, focusing on expanding the reach of AboutFace Farm, growing produce that can now be ordered online and mentoring veterans who find purpose and connection working there.

Since opening the Veteran Resource & Community Center in 2023, AboutFace-USA has significantly expanded its reach and impact. The Center has welcomed thousands of veterans and their families, offering free VA benefits guidance, transportation to healthcare appointments, mental and behavioral health services, Veteran-led support groups, food security initiatives, and critical connections to life saving resources. Many veterans credit the Center with restoring their hope and sense of belonging, and in some cases, their very lives.

This progress was made possible through a $1.2 million grant awarded in 2023 by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), a federal agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services dedicated to improving the nation’s mental and behavioral health. Now, ongoing generosity from community partners, corporate sponsors, and individual donors keeps the doors open and services available.

“Our veterans have given us so much, and AboutFace-USA exists to give back in every way we can,” said Carol LaBranche, Executive Director. “We are focused on improving access to healthcare and raising mental health awareness, and, importantly, giving veterans hope. To sustain this work through the holidays and beyond, we are inviting mission aligned partners to join us. Your support today, changes a veteran’s tomorrow.”

As the organization looks to the future, the community is invited on November 11, 2025 to join its annual Veteran’s Day Celebration: Salute to Service, featuring a reception, keynote remarks from Georgia State Representative Todd Jones (District 25), and the live drawing of winners from the first annual Patriot Prizes Raffle. This tradition offers Georgians a meaningful way to honor veterans while ensuring that AboutFace-USA can continue delivering services that change lives.

Learn more at: https://aboutface-usa.org/

MEDIA CONTACT:
Carol LaBranche
Executive Director, AboutFace-USA
188 Tri County Plaza, Cumming, GA 30040
888-766-0222 | carol@aboutface-usa.org | aboutface-usa.org

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California’s Ferret Ban: Inherited in 1933 – Never Determined

Newly Released Records Show No Evidence-Based Decision Ever Made

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Oct. 21, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — After nearly eight months of waiting for public records, Legalize Ferrets (LegalizeFerrets.org) has obtained internal California Fish and Game Commission documents confirming that California’s ban on domestic ferrets was never based on scientific or administrative findings.

Image caption: California’s Ferret Ban: Inherited in 1933 – Never Determined.

The newly released materials trace the prohibition back to 1933, when the Commission simply declared that it “absolutely prohibits importation of ferret and fitch.” No hearing, no environmental study, and no determination of domestication ever took place.

“Ferrets are banned because they are not ‘normally domesticated in this state,’ and they are not ‘normally domesticated in this state’ because they are banned,” said Pat Wright of LegalizeFerrets.org. “It’s circular logic that has gone unchallenged for ninety years.”

A TIMELINE OF BUREAUCRATIC INHERITANCE

1933: Rules and Regulations Governing the Importation of Wild Birds and Animals — Commission “absolutely prohibits importation of ferret and fitch.”
1975: Fish & Game Code §2116 amended to add “not normally domesticated,” and ferrets were automatically labeled as such — again with no hearing or evidence.
Today: The current ban remains a direct descendant of those early rules, never revisited through modern, evidence-based review.

“These documents prove the ban was inherited, not determined,” Wright said. “There was never a factual finding that ferrets are wild animals — just 1930s boilerplate carried forward.”

LEGALIZATION EFFORT GAINS TRACTION UNDER THE ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES ACT

The campaign for ferret legalization gained new traction this year after LegalizeFerrets.org formally invoked California’s Administrative Procedures Act (APA).

Under the APA, state agencies must base decisions on scientific evidence, follow transparent procedures, and allow public comment before adopting or maintaining a regulation.

“This law finally puts the issue where it belongs — in the light of science and public participation,” Wright explained. “For the first time, the Commission is being required to justify its classification of domestic ferrets under modern standards.”

PETITION 2025-003 MOVES FORWARD

On June 11, 2025, the California Fish and Game Commission voted unanimously to accept Petition 2025-003 for further consideration. The petition seeks to remove domestic ferrets (Mustela putorius furo) from the prohibited species list — the first formal step toward a scientific, evidence-based review.

“The issue is simple,” Wright said. “Are domestic ferrets domestic animals? If so, the Fish and Game Commission has no jurisdiction. That’s the question the state has avoided answering for nine decades.”

CALL FOR EXPERTS AND PUBLIC SUPPORT

LegalizeFerrets.org is now seeking expert witnesses in animal domestication, wildlife biology, and administrative law to assist as the case proceeds.
Supporters are also urged to add their name to the public petition at:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfYOnd3GDwgbsZoZYlja6p8GHJlOg71x2v_8v1m4BXf2I-BHQ/viewform?usp=header

MEDIA CONTACT:
Pat Wright
LegalizeFerrets.org
CLIFFNotes@legalizeferrets.org
(619) 757-7426
https://www.LegalizeFerrets.org

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Top Keynote Speaker Dr. Velma Trayham to Headline 20th Annual Arizona National Nonpartisan Brunch at Congressional Black Caucus

WASHINGTON, D.C., Sept. 24, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Acclaimed economic strategist, entrepreneur, and business speaker Dr. Velma Trayham (who is also President and CEO of the Black Chamber of Arizona) will be a featured speaker at the 20th Annual Arizona National Nonpartisan Brunch, hosted by the HeroZona Foundation. The exclusive event will take place on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Park at 14th in Washington, D.C., during the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference.

Image caption: Top Keynote Speaker Dr. Velma Trayham to Headline 20th Annual Arizona National Nonpartisan Brunch at Congressional Black Caucus.

With the theme “The Future of Arizona: Three Voices, One Goal,” this year’s brunch brings together influential leaders to highlight the role of entrepreneurship, equitable supply chain development, and cross-sector collaboration in driving economic success for Arizona and beyond.

“The Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Conference is where critical policy, business, and community conversations take place,” said Dr. Trayham. “It’s essential that we use platforms like this to amplify the needs of Arizona’s business ecosystem and build strategic partnerships that deliver results.”

As President & CEO of the Black Chamber of Arizona, Dr. Trayham has become a national voice for small business growth and an in-demand speaker for organizations seeking to support local economies through procurement reform, infrastructure development, and scalable public-private solutions.

The brunch will also feature civil rights leader Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr., Director of Public Safety Col. Jeffrey D. Glover, and Phoenix Councilmember Kesha Hodge Washington, among others.

WHY DR. VELMA TRAYHAM IS A TOP SPEAKER FOR BUSINESS CONFERENCES AND GOVERNMENT FORUMS

Dr. Trayham is a trusted voice on high-impact topics relevant to corporations, government agencies, and business accelerators, including:

Small business growth strategies for emerging markets
Building resilient and equitable supply chains
Leveraging public-private partnerships to drive economic development
Creating scalable frameworks for inclusive procurement and vendor diversity
Solving challenges in access to capital, innovation, and infrastructure for small enterprises

Organizations looking to elevate their impact, align with national economic trends, and strengthen supplier networks frequently turn to Dr. Trayham for keynotes, breakout sessions, and strategic advisory roles.

To book Dr. Trayham for a business conference, leadership summit, or policy event, visit https://velmatrayham.com/.

ABOUT DR. VELMA TRAYHAM

Dr. Velma Trayham is a nationally recognized business strategist, award-winning entrepreneur, and keynote speaker focused on advancing small business ecosystems through innovative partnerships. As President & CEO of the Black Chamber of Arizona, she advises Fortune 500 companies, public agencies, and nonprofit organizations on scalable economic development models. Her speaking engagements and advisory work span corporate conferences, national forums, and government-led initiatives across the country.

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By Light Enterprise Achieves Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2

By Light Achieves CMMC Level 2 Certification Beyond Its SOC

MCLEAN, Va., Sept. 24, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — By Light Professional IT Services LLC (By Light) today announced it has officially achieved Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2, placing the company among a select group of defense and technology contractors nationwide. While By Light earned this certification for its Security Operations Center (SOC) in July 2025, it now holds the same certification across the enterprise.

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Few organizations have reached this milestone, underscoring By Light’s reputation as a trusted partner in safeguarding sensitive information and delivering secure, resilient IT solutions.

CMMC Level 2 is a rigorous, independently assessed certification that validates adherence to advanced cybersecurity practices and controls required to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). This achievement demonstrates By Light’s readiness to meet evolving Department of Defense (DoD) standards while also strengthening protection for private sector and international clients.

“Achieving CMMC-Level 2 for the enterprise is a testament to By Light’s relentless pursuit of cybersecurity excellence,” said Bob Donahue, CEO of By Light. “This certification signals to our federal, private sector, and international partners that our company is prepared not only to meet compliance requirements, but to anticipate and defend against the next generation of cyber threats. It positions By Light for continued growth as mission demands become increasingly complex.”

About By Light

Founded by industry professionals with extensive knowledge in DoD, DISA, and other U.S. Government agencies, By Light successfully implements technical solutions that integrate commercial best practices to meet the needs of the government. For more information, visit https://bylight.com/.

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Former Governor Ricardo Rosselló and Author Aaron Bare Urge America to ‘Flip the Incentives’ Driving Political Violence

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Sept. 22, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Former Puerto Rico Governor Ricardo Rosselló and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Aaron Bare have released a joint essay, “The Perverse Mirror: Flipping Incentives Before Violence Becomes the Logic of the Game,” confronting the alarming rise of political violence in America and offering a hopeful path forward, the Ricardo Rossello Nevares Foundation announced today.

Photo caption: Former Governor Ricardo Rosselló.

The essay opens with recent tragedies, from the killing of Charlie Kirk on a Utah campus to the fatal shooting of Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband. In each case, the response was not unity but division—tribal scorekeeping instead of shared mourning.

“Violence doesn’t stop the culture war—it fuels it,” said Rosselló. “Outrage has become currency. Every death is just another coin tossed into the partisan slot machine.”

THE ANATOMY OF PERVERSE INCENTIVES

Rosselló and Bare describe three layers of distortion that have rewired democracy to reward the wrong things:

Biological Hardware: Our brains are wired to detect threats faster than reason, making negative emotions spread more rapidly than positive ones.
Behavioral Software: Habits and metrics drift toward proxies—followers instead of influence, clicks instead of truth, fundraising instead of governing.
Institutional Cloudware: Media profits from eyeballs, not accuracy; politics rewards fearmongering, not solutions; bureaucracy prizes activity, not impact.

These distortions, they argue, create what they call “the perverse mirror”—a system where even the moral constant killing is wrong arrives with conditions.

ROSSELLÓ’S LIVED EXPERIENCE

Rosselló recounts becoming the target of “Telegramgate” in 2019, when leaked chats—distorted and stripped of context—ignited digital mob trials, protests, and death threats against his family. Though later cleared of corruption, the outrage had already forced him into exile.

“I didn’t need a bullet to experience political violence,” Rosselló said. “I lived it through mobs, headlines, and algorithms that valued clicks over truth.”

Yet his story is also one of redemption. In 2021, Puerto Ricans wrote his name onto ballots in sufficient numbers to elect him as the island’s first “shadow congressman,” chosen to advocate for statehood in Washington, D.C.

Photo caption: Author Aaron Bare.

A FRAMEWORK FOR CHANGE

Bare, who studies exponential systems and incentive structures, underscores the urgency of redesigning rules:

“If resilience can rebuild a leader, then courage can rebuild a nation,” Bare said. “Distortion is not destiny—small flips can restore balance in our lives, institutions, and politics.”

The authors propose “rule-change sprints” to realign incentives, such as:

Adding quality gates to replace volume-chasing.
Implementing justice-integrity scores for fairness beyond convictions.
Rewarding cross-tribe reach metrics to incentivize unity.

They also advocate building the “Radical Middle”—a rules-anchored common space where the quiet majority, roughly 80–85% of Americans, can unite to move forward instead of being drowned out by extremes.

A CALL TO ACTION

The essay closes with a challenge to citizens: resist the pull of outrage. Don’t take the mob’s invitation. Call a friend on the other team. Audit a metric. Take deep breaths.

“Most people, despite the noise, still want beautiful futures for their families,” Rosselló said. “The perverse stack tells us to win against. The virtuous stack tells us to build with. The first leaves ruin; the second builds civilizations.”

ABOUT RICARDO ROSSELLÓ

Ricardo Rosselló is the former Governor of Puerto Rico, scientist, entrepreneur and author of “The Reformers’ Dilemma.” He also served as Puerto Rico’s elected shadow congressman, advocating for statehood in Washington, D.C.

ABOUT AARON BARE

Aaron Bare is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of “Exponential Theory: The Power of Thinking Big,” a keynote speaker, futurist, and strategist advising global organizations on innovation, incentives, and the future of work.

ABOUT THE RICARDO ROSSELLO NEVARES FOUNDATION

The Rossello Foundation is a platform where leaders across sectors can unite to reject polarization, foster bipartisan collaboration, and develop innovative, long-term solutions to the most pressing and complex real-world challenges.

Learn more about the Ricardo Rossello Nevares Foundation at: https://ricardorossellofoundation.com/

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Emily Jones Announces Candidacy for Alabama State Board of Education, District 8

MADISON, Ala., Sept. 19, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Emily Jones recently announced her candidacy for the Alabama State Board of Education, District 8. She enters the race with a clear sense of duty and calling, determined to ensure that Alabama’s children receive the strong, transparent, and accountable education they deserve, while building a brighter future for every student across the state.

Image caption: Emily Jones announces candidacy for Alabama State Board of Education, District 8.

A Steadfast Voice for Parents and Students

Jones believes the future of Alabama schools depends on leaders who will listen to families, support teachers, and ensure accountability at every level.

“I am not running because it’s easy — I am running because it matters,” Jones said. “Parents deserve a seat at the table. Students deserve schools that are both excellent and responsible. I am stepping forward to serve and to stand firm for families.”

Jones brings a combination of research-driven leadership, a background in accounting in the public sector, and a vision for policies that prepare students for both today’s realities and tomorrow’s opportunities.

The Challenges Facing Alabama Schools

According to the Nation’s Report Card, Alabama’s average fourth-grade reading score in 2024 was 213, nearly the same as it was in 1998 (211).

Despite decades of reform efforts, progress has been limited:

Only 28 percent of Alabama fourth graders read at or above proficient.
Forty-two percent of students perform below basic reading skills.
Black students scored 28 points lower than white students.
Economically disadvantaged students scored 30 points lower than their peers.

“These numbers remind us that too many children are struggling to reach their potential,” Jones said. “We must do better. Families deserve measurable progress, and students deserve every opportunity to succeed.”

What Emily Brings to the Race

Jones is offering more than general promises — she brings both experience and preparation:

Research-based leadership: Through her writing, including “We Need Parental Consent for AI in the Classroom,” she has raised awareness about the risks and opportunities of new technologies in schools.
Legislative insight: She understands where policies fall short and how they can be strengthened to reflect the needs of families.
Public-sector accountability: With her background in accounting in the public sector, Jones is equipped to ensure resources are used effectively and responsibly.

A Platform of Partnership and Progress

Jones is shaping her campaign around three key priorities:

Parental Rights and Transparency – Ensuring families are informed and involved in decisions about curriculum, technology, and how children’s data is used.
Raising Standards – Alabama must move beyond decades of stagnation and commit to a rigorous, well-rounded education. “We are not asking for the moon,” Jones said. “We are asking for the kind of education you’d expect from the very people whose work got us there.”
Accountability for Results – Education leaders must be held responsible for progress, and policies must produce measurable improvements for students.

Looking Forward

Emily Jones sees this election as a pivotal moment for Alabama education.

“This is not just about one district,” Jones said. “It’s about setting a higher standard across the state. Alabama has incredible potential, but we must have the courage to act. Our children deserve schools that prepare them for a strong future — and I believe together we can make that happen.”

Get Involved

Emily Jones for State Board is inviting families, educators, and community members to join the effort to raise standards and restore trust in Alabama’s schools.

For more information, to donate, or to volunteer, visit https://www.emilyjonesforstateboard.com/ .

About Emily Jones

Emily Jones is a mother, advocate, and community leader running for the Alabama State Board of Education, District 8. With years of advocacy, a background in accounting in the public sector, and a record of research-driven writing on education policy, she is committed to restoring transparency, raising standards, and building a brighter future for Alabama’s children.

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Black Chamber of Arizona Announces 27th Anniversary Gala Presented by ASU & APS

The Annual Event Will Take Place in Glendale to Strengthen Statewide Economic Partnerships and Small Business Growth

GLENDALE, Ariz., Sept. 3, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Black Chamber of Arizona has announced its 27th Anniversary Pinnacle Pathways Gala, to be held Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, at the Sheraton Glendale Renaissance Ballroom. The event will be presented by Arizona State University and Arizona Public Service.

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The Pinnacle Pathways Gala serves as the Chamber’s signature annual fundraiser, with proceeds supporting programs in youth development, small business expansion, workforce readiness and justice-impacted entrepreneurship. The 2025 gala is expected to draw more than 500 civic, business and community leaders from across Arizona and the country.

This year’s theme, “Resilience & Regional Impact,” reflects a commitment to economic growth and statewide collaboration. In keeping with its mission, the Chamber is expanding its reach by hosting the event in Glendale for the first time. Last year’s gala was held in Tempe.

“As a statewide organization, we are committed to building public-private partnerships that fuel small business success in every corner of Arizona,” said Dr. Velma Trayham, president and CEO of the Black Chamber of Arizona. “Glendale is a natural extension of our mission, especially as Arizona remains one of the fastest-growing states in the nation.”

According to recent U.S. Census data, the Phoenix metro area led the country in population growth from 2023 to 2024, adding nearly 85,000 residents. Small businesses remain the state’s primary economic engine, accounting for 67% of net new jobs in Arizona, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration.

The gala will feature live entertainment, a red-carpet media experience, gourmet dinner, cultural performances and the presentation of the 2025 Pinnacle Awards. Honorees will include corporate and small business leaders recognized for their contributions to economic development and community impact.

Sponsorship opportunities are now available for companies interested in supporting the gala. Options include brand visibility, on-site themed activations, media recognition and more.

For more information on tickets, sponsorships, and group ticket options, visit the link below. https://blackchamberaz.org/bcaz-27th-anniversary/

“We invite our partners and new sponsors to join us for a night of celebration and purpose,” Trayham said. “Together, we can advance economic growth and create opportunity for generations to come.”

For more information on sponsorships or to purchase tickets, visit www.blackchamberaz.org or email info@blackchamberaz.com.

About the Black Chamber of Arizona

Founded in 1995, the Black Chamber of Arizona advocates for economic growth and entrepreneurship across the state. Through strategic partnerships, advocacy and innovative programming, the Chamber supports thousands of businesses in driving wealth creation and community advancement. Visit https://blackchamberaz.org/.

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City of Dania Beach Selects RMA to Prepare CRA Operational Analysis

DANIA BEACH, Fla., Aug. 25, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — RMA (rma.us.com), a leading economic development firm, has been awarded a contract by the Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) to assess the current operations of the Agency, as well as identify strategic economic opportunities. This Operational Analysis is especially crucial because the Dania Beach CRA does not receive tax increment financing from Broward County. Another goal of the analysis is to ensure the agency’s administrative and budgetary resources are fully aligned with its goals.

Image caption: City of Dania Beach Selects RMA to Prepare CRA Operational Analysis.

“Community Redevelopment Agencies are a powerful tool used to attract private investment which in turn, fortifies the City’s tax base,” said Kim Briesemeister, RMA Principal. “Every dollar in the CRA trust fund should be targeted toward attracting private investment to Dania Beach.”

RMA’s analysis will examine the real estate market and as well as the administrative landscape to provide the CRA with a comprehensive set of recommendations. This report will include strategies for the agency’s budget, staffing and resources, and current projects and programs. RMA has a proven track record of successful partnerships with cities, counties, and CRA districts across the state, specializing in strategies that drive sustainable and quality growth, and contribute to an enhanced quality of life for residents.

About Dania Beach:

Dania Beach stands as a vibrant economic hub, centrally located within the expansive Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). This prime position affords Dania Beach businesses unparalleled access to both national and international markets thanks to its proximity to the Fort Lauderdale International Airport and Port Everglades. The city benefits from a substantial market with economic appeal.

About RMA:

Founded in 2009 by Kim Briesemeister and Chris Brown, RMA is comprised of a phenomenal team of leading experts in economic development, real estate for governments, marketing, urban design, and financial analysis. RMA, headquartered in Pompano Beach, Florida is a highly experienced, full-service economic redevelopment consulting and management firm, specializing in revitalizing core areas and corridors for cities, counties, and special districts nationwide. The co-founders are also the authors of one of the definitive books about city redevelopment, “Reinventing Your City: 8 Steps to Turn Your City Around.” Learn more at: https://www.rma.us.com/.

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Nate Ward Graduates Class 2 Wastewater Apprenticeship Program through Idaho Rural Water Association

HAILEY, Idaho, Aug. 13, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Idaho Rural Water Association (IRWA) is proud to recognize Nate Ward for graduating from the Apprenticeship Program’s Class 2 Wastewater track. His achievement was celebrated during the City of Hailey’s council meeting on August 11, 2025.

Image caption: Nate Ward is centered in the image. To his left is the Mayor of Hailey, Martha Burke, along with the city council members. To the far right is Bryson Elsworth, who is Nate’s mentor.

Nate’s graduation represents the completion of a rigorous, two-year registered apprenticeship that combines on-the-job learning with related technical instruction, designed to prepare Idaho’s next generation of skilled wastewater operators. The U.S. Department of Labor recognizes the program and supports rural utilities in building a competent, certified workforce.

“Graduates like Nate Ward are the future of Idaho’s utility workforce,” said Gary Sievers, Apprenticeship Coordinator of IRWA. “They keep our communities safe, our water clean, and our infrastructure strong. It’s a major milestone and we’re proud to celebrate his success.”

IRWA’s Apprenticeship Program was created to address workforce shortages and offer structured career paths in water and wastewater operations. Through collaborations with utilities statewide, apprentices gain practical experience while earning wages and working toward certification. IRWA’s mission is to deliver top-tier technical assistance and training, along with a strong voice representing the interests of Idaho’s water and wastewater utility systems.

For more information, visit https://www.idrwa.org/.

About Idaho Rural Water Association:

Idaho Rural Water Association Idaho Rural Water Association (IRWA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation providing training and technical assistance to drinking water and wastewater utility systems in Idaho with populations under 10,000. IRWA is currently comprised of over 365 direct member systems in Idaho. These members elect a seven-member Board of Directors that volunteer their time to govern the Association.

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Idaho Rural Water Association
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By Light Achieves CMMC-Level 2 Certification

By Light Achieves CMMC Level 2 Certification, Strengthening Commitment to Cybersecurity for DoD and Federal Customers

MCLEAN, Va., July 16, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — By Light Professional IT Services LLC (By Light) is proud to announce that it has been officially appraised at Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2, demonstrating the company’s deep commitment to safeguarding Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and meeting the cybersecurity requirements of the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD).

Image caption: By Light Professional IT Services LLC logo.

CMMC Level 2 represents a critical milestone for defense contractors, requiring the implementation of 110 security practices aligned with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) SP 800-171. By Light’s successful appraisal underscores its operational readiness and adherence to stringent security standards across its internal systems, processes, and partner networks.

This certification further positions By Light as a trusted provider of secure digital transformation services for the federal government, including cyber operations, DevSecOps, and Zero Trust implementations. The CMMC Level 2 appraisal was conducted by a CMMC Third Party Assessor Organization (C3PAO) and is valid for three years.

By Light continues to invest in comprehensive cybersecurity governance across its classified and unclassified offerings and remains committed to continuous improvement as CMMC evolves in future phases.

About By Light:

By Light Professional IT Services LLC is an ISO 9001, 20000-1, and 27001 registered and CMMI-Dev Level 3 rated systems engineering company that provides secure turnkey systems by incorporating exceptional engineering, project management, telecommunications, and cyber capabilities to safeguard mission success. Founded by industry professionals with extensive knowledge in DoD, DISA, and other U.S. Government agencies, By Light successfully implements technical solutions that integrate commercial best practices to meet the needs of the government.

For more information, visit https://www.bylight.com/.

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City of Lakeland Selects RMA to Revitalize Midtown CRA with Comprehensive Redevelopment Plan Update

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., July 8, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — RMA (rma.us.com) a leading economic development firm, has been awarded a contract by the City of Lakeland to spearhead the strategic modification of the Lakeland Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Midtown District Redevelopment Plan. This initiative will encompass a thorough analysis of existing conditions, the implementation of performance measures, and the establishment of updated goals and objectives.

Photo caption: The recently revitalized Mass Market, on the anchors of the Midtown CRA.

“RMA is honored to partner with the City of Lakeland on this transformative project within their largest CRA District,” stated Christopher Brown, RMA Principal. “We are committed to enhancing the quality of life and fostering seamless connectivity within the Midtown community. Our planning will prioritize purposeful development and stimulate strategic economic growth, thereby attracting private investment and the creation of jobs for Lakeland’s residents.”

The Midtown CRA, spanning a substantial 4,463 acres, extends from the intown bypass (Bartow Road) to Interstate-4. This expansive area is anchored by the prominent Medical District, the iconic Joker Marchant Stadium, and the recently revitalized Mass Market. Encompassing over 27 diverse neighborhoods with many active neighborhood associations, Midtown represents a significant opportunity for strategic redevelopment.

About RMA:

Founded in 2009 by Kim Briesemeister and Chris Brown, RMA is comprised of a phenomenal team of leading experts in economic development, real estate for governments, marketing, urban design, and financial analysis. RMA, headquartered in Pompano Beach, Florida is a highly experienced, full-service economic redevelopment consulting and management firm, specializing in revitalizing core areas and corridors for cities, counties, and special districts nationwide. The co-founders are also the authors of one of the definitive books about city redevelopment, “Reinventing Your City: 8 Steps to Turn Your City Around.”

Learn more: https://rma.us.com/.

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Black Chamber of Arizona Kicks Off Third Impact AZ 2025 Cohort With $100K in Scholarships

Program helps under-served entrepreneurs scale businesses, build capacity and fuel economic growth across the state

PHOENIX, Ariz., July 2, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Black Chamber of Arizona, in partnership with the Millionaire Mastermind Academy, will kick off the third cohort of its signature Impact AZ 2025 business accelerator with a full-day launch event Tuesday, July 8, at the Better Business Bureau Innovation & Event Hub Center in Phoenix.

Image caption: January 2025 graduating Impact AZ class.

The nine-month program is designed to help small business owners scale, build operational capacity and access supplier diversity opportunities. This year, 23 diverse entrepreneurs will participate at no cost thanks to $100,000 in scholarships funded by corporate sponsors.

Bank of America serves as the title sponsor for the 2025 cohort. Additional sponsors include Bell Bank, Cox Communications, Aventiv Technologies, Blue Cross Blue Shield, National Bank of Arizona and the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

“It brings me great joy to continue this program and to thank Bank of America, our title sponsor, for making it possible,” said Dr. Velma Trayham, president and CEO of the Black Chamber of Arizona. “To see how quickly these entrepreneurs are growing—and to witness our alumni scaling their businesses—is phenomenal. We’re not just another accelerator. Impact AZ is purpose-driven, opportunity-focused, and committed to building capacity and economic resilience. These business owners are scaling their companies and fueling growth in communities statewide—a big win for Arizona.”

The kickoff event, which runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., will feature keynote speakers, networking, live media opportunities and a program overview for participants. Speakers include:

Christine Abdullah, senior vice president, preferred business, Bank of America
Eduardo Borquez, director of business engagement, Better Business Bureau
Shamia Lodge, director of community engagement, Aventiv Technologies
Ryan Garlington, senior manager, customer success, Cox Communications
Jay Gladney, certified mentor, SCORE Greater Phoenix Chapter
Diane Roberts, program manager, Impact AZ
Velma Trayham, president and CEO, Black Chamber of Arizona

Impact AZ 2025 serves a broad group of diverse business owners, including veterans, women-owned firms, justice-impacted entrepreneurs and businesses generating $100,000 or less in annual revenue. A key goal of the program is to help participants grow into employer firms—a critical driver of job creation and economic growth.

The program offers more than 40 courses, one-on-one mentorship and access to a proprietary mobile app, providing on-demand training in procurement, capital access, strategic planning and business scaling.

Since its inception in 2022, Impact AZ has graduated 75 entrepreneurs, many of whom have scaled into employer firms. Collectively, program alumni have generated more than $5 million in contract revenue. The program reports a 95% success rate among participants.

In recognition of its statewide impact, Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs officially proclaimed Impact AZ 2025 the largest supplier diversity initiative in the state.

According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, small businesses make up 99.9% of all U.S. companies and nearly half of all private-sector jobs. Minority-owned businesses generate more than $1.4 trillion in annual revenue and support over 9 million jobs, yet many still face persistent barriers to capital and opportunity.

Impact AZ 2025 addresses these challenges by equipping underrepresented entrepreneurs with the tools, networks and resources to thrive.

About the Black Chamber of Arizona

For more than 26 years, the Black Chamber of Arizona has been dedicated to strengthening small businesses and producing new economic buying power to build resilient pathways for financial growth across the state. Through strategic initiatives focused on economic development, entrepreneurship, and workforce readiness, the Chamber is committed to fostering opportunities that drive long-term success.

Learn more: https://blackchamberaz.org/

About the Millionaire Mastermind Academy

The Millionaire Mastermind Academy is a national nonprofit dedicated to ending poverty through entrepreneurship. It empowers women and underserved communities by providing business training, mentorship and access to capital.

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Cole Engineering Awarded $62M U.S. Army Production Contract for Next-Generation Stinger Training System

CESI is closing the gap in live force-on-force training with innovative Live Training solutions

ORLANDO, Fla., July 1, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Cole Engineering Services, Inc. (CESI), a By Light Company, has been awarded a $62 million production contract by the U.S. Army’s Program Executive Office for Simulation, Training, and Instrumentation (PEO STRI) to deliver more than 100 Stinger Training Systems (STS) over the next five years.

Image caption: Cole Engineering Services Inc – a By Light Company.

This award follows a successful prototyping effort and represents a major step forward in the Army’s modernization under the Synthetic Training Environment (STE). STS is a critical component of the STE’s Live Training Systems (STE-LTS) Increment 1, designed to close live force-on-force training gaps and deliver scalable multi-domain realism.

The STS is part of the CESI Family of Live Training Products, which includes both direct and indirect fire weapons training solutions. Together, these capabilities deliver software-defined, high-fidelity training experiences across a range of operational scenarios, engineered for total situational dominance.

“At the core of our STS solution is CESI’s commercial artificial intelligence and computer vision application that revolutionizes optical tracking and engagement fidelity,” said Thomas Fransson, Senior Vice President, Simulation Products & Services at CESI. “CESI brings battlefield precision to the training range, enabling warfighters to train with greater realism, agility, and trust in their systems.”

The STS replicates guided munition effects and integrates seamlessly with current Tactical Engagement Simulation Systems (TESS) and STE instrumentation. These ruggedized, interoperable systems will be fielded across Brigade Combat Teams and Combat Training Centers, enhancing readiness through next-generation realism and reliability.

This production award includes system delivery, lifecycle support, and planned integration with future STE-LTS capabilities, reinforcing CESI’s commitment to delivering the tip of the spear for modern Air Defense Artillery (ADA) training through AI-enhanced optical targeting.

To support STS and other strategic Artificial Intelligence (AI) initiatives, By Light has officially launched AI Lab, an innovation hub designed to accelerate the development, testing, and deployment of AI-enabled solutions across defense, cybersecurity, and enterprise domains.

About CESI

Cole Engineering Services, Inc. (CESI), a By Light Company, delivers software-defined training, simulation, and cyber solutions that support the integrated multi-domain force. Since 2004, CESI has led the development and integration of Live, Virtual, Constructive, and Gaming (LVCG) environments, serious games, wargaming, and cyber training platforms. CESI delivers open, modular, and scalable solutions that accelerate capability delivery, reduce legacy overhead, and enhance readiness. We equip warfighters with adaptable, outcome-driven technologies to train, fight, and win across contested domains. Learn more at https://coleengineering.com/.

About By Light

By Light Professional IT Services LLC is an ISO 9001, 20000-1, and 27001 registered and CMMI-Dev Level 3 rated systems integrator that provides secure turnkey systems by incorporating exceptional engineering, project management, telecommunications, and cyber capabilities to safeguard mission success. Founded by industry professionals with extensive knowledge in DoD, DISA, and other U.S. Government agencies, By Light successfully implements technical solutions that integrate commercial best practices to meet the needs of the government. For more information, visit https://bylight.com/.

About the By Light AI Lab

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Adax MAVCP (Multipath Aerial Vehicle Control Protocol) elevates drone survival and mission success to unprecedented levels

OAKLAND, Calif., June 24, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Adax Inc. announces a new control and communications protocol for drones and UAV’s that greatly enhances drone survival in hostile environments where they are being shot down because of excessive radio communications.

Image caption: (Figure 1): Here is what it looks like when you are under attack. Many nodes and drones are lost. The mission is still completed with robust and timely packet delivery because of MAVCP’s multiple paths through the mesh and rapid error recovery. The mission is a success.

Adax MAVCP (Multipath Aerial Vehicle Control Protocol) is designed for drone survival in hostile environments producing greater likelihood of mission success. MAVCP is industry-changing, real-time, error-correcting middleware layer advance for drone control and survival in mesh networks. The loss of drones in hostile environments is an urgent problem for drone users. One source of losses is excessive transmissions by drones, especially those operating with a mesh network. Loss of mesh nodes can disrupt drone communication, especially if multiple mesh nodes are being jammed or lost affecting the mesh network’s ability to self-heal. The radio signals from the drones and mesh nodes are readily detected by adversaries and are used to track and destroy or jam the drone and the mesh network nodes.

“Drones are being shot down because they chatter too much. During engagements, their mesh nodes are being jammed or destroyed and leads to them overrunning their targets. Our new middleware solution solves both of these problems,” stated Cooper Kirby, Senior Engineer at Adax.

MAVCP is a superior transport layer upgrade (middleware) that can be easily integrated with existing applications for drone control. With Adax MAVCP, a drone survives jamming of multiple mesh nodes or destructive node losses while maintaining real-time communication performance. The amount of radio traffic is minimized for enhanced stealth, yet MAVCP still achieves best in class, fastest recovery of lost or dropped packets even in hostile environments. Using built-in stealth modes, it lowers the exposure of drones to counter-attack significantly. It provides more robust real-time communication with devices in motion such as drones or vehicles. It works well for delivering packets to distant corners of the network subject to drops and slow delivery. MAVCP helps to finish critical missions successfully.

Adax MAVCP with new AI enhancements provides these features and more, such as durable anti-hijacking, message authentication, and data encryption. It provides a robust self-healing and secure solution for greater reliability and timely data delivery. This is the first time such advanced and self-healing AI features are available with a rigorous and well-defined protocol. It is ideal for noisy, distant, or unreliable network environments such as radio links or noisy networks. With its rapid detection of packet loss and re-sending of lost packets and its multiple independent data paths, it is superior to other IP network solutions when reliability, resilience from attack, and security count. Your mission can still be completed in spite of significant losses of mesh nodes and payload carrying drones.

Adax MAVCP can be easily integrated with existing vendor’s applications for drone control. It is a thin middleware layer that fits in above IP or UDP, so no application re-writing is required. Adax provides support for integrating Adax drone-saving real-time solutions into customer’s products.

The MAVCP Fact-sheet can be found at:

https://www.adax.com/products/signaling-platform/mavcp-multipath-aerial-vehicle-control-protocol/

For further information, please contact Claudia Forester with Adax at(510) 548-7047 ext.188 or email: sales@adax.com.

About Adax Inc:

For over 40 years Adax has been a developer of high-performance software and hardware for real-time and highly reliable communications for the telecommunications industry and other strategic industries with a need for highly resilient communication protocols. https://www.adax.com/.

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Deemed Wild and Dangerous – But Fish & Game Can’t Produce a Single Document or Respond to Our Records Request

LA MESA, Calif., May 21, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — On February 12, 2025, a formal Public Records Act (PRA) request was submitted to the California Fish and Game Commission seeking documentation to justify the classification of domestic ferrets as “not normally domesticated in California” by LegalizeFerrets.org. The request specifically asked for any scientific studies, internal memos, environmental risk assessments, or correspondence used to uphold the ongoing prohibition of domestic ferrets under Title 14, Section 671 of the California Code of Regulations.

Image caption: While the months fly by, we’re still waiting for answers. Our Public Records Act request to the California Fish and Game Commission has gone unanswered—just like the last 35 years of silence.

As of today – more than 90 days later – no responsive records have been produced.

We acknowledge and appreciate the professional efforts of Executive Director Melissa Miller-Henson and her staff, particularly Cynthia McKeith, who confirmed receipt of our request and committed to transparency. This is not a failure of staff, who were given an impossible task: to produce evidence that likely doesn’t exist.

“We’re not angry with the staff. In fact, we feel for them. Melissa Miller-Henson inherited a legacy of bureaucratic neglect. We’re sorry she got stuck with this,” said Pat Wright, who submitted the request. “But after 35 years of petitions being ignored or quietly denied without justification, we’re done being silent.”

The request asked for documents dating back to 1931, when the original mustelid regulation was enacted. The public has a right to know: was the ferret ban ever based on actual evidence, or has it simply persisted unchallenged?

In the absence of records, this silence speaks volumes. The California Fish and Game Commission owes the public more than a stall – it owes an explanation.

We remain committed to transparency, due process, and accountability in our campaign to legalize domestic ferrets in California. All responses, or lack thereof, will be documented publicly.

For more information or to follow the ongoing effort, visit: https://www.legalizeferrets.org

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MAGLITE Deepens its Support of the National Police Dog Foundation

Every Handler who lost a police K-9 Officer in the line of duty in 2024 will receive a special remembrance from MAGLITE at the National K-9 Memorial this May

WASHINGTON, D.C., and ONTARIO, Calif., May 7, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — MAGLITE is once again teaming up with the National Police Dog Foundation in their efforts to honor all K-9s killed in the line of duty in 2024 and their handlers at the National K-9 Memorial in Washington, D.C., Sunday, May 11. MAGLITE will be providing an engraved MAGLITE® flashlight with the fallen K-9’s name and the National Police Dog Foundation logo to every handler honored at the event.

Mag Instrument, manufacturer of the MAGLITE® flashlight, is a proud U.S.A. manufacturer.

The National Police Dog Foundation helps law enforcement agencies with funding to achieve their goals of providing their community with K-9 units that have high-quality and well-trained police dogs. The Foundation assists Police Service K-9s by awarding Grants in Purchase, Training, Retired K-9 Veterinary Care, Active K-9 Veterinary Care, and several other programs.

In addition, the Foundation has developed a network of veterinarians who assist agencies with costly medical situations that might occur during their K-9’s active service career. Equally important to the Foundation is the continued care for the police service dogs after retirement.

As part of the official events of Police Week in Washington, D.C., the National Police Dog Foundation hosts the annual National Police K-9 Memorial Service. The memorial service includes a wreath and rose-laying ceremony to honor the memory of fallen police K-9s who have given their lives in the line of duty.

“We are aware of the long-standing commitment to support law enforcement that MAGLITE has, and are pleased to have them as a partner supporting the mission of the National Police Dog Foundation,” said Judi Reilly, President of the National Police Dog Foundation.

MAGLITE is offering a line of laser-engraved flashlights with the logo of the National Police Dog Foundation to support this effort. The collection can be found exclusively on MAGLITE.COM at: https://maglite.com/collections/national-police-dog-foundation.

“I have a deep appreciation for law enforcement and am a dog lover who recently lost my dog-companion Lola,” said MAGLITE founder Anthony Maglica. “I am proud to offer support to the National Police Dog Foundation.”

About Mag Instrument:

Mag Instrument, manufacturer of the MAGLITE® flashlight, is a proud U.S.A. manufacturer. Each flashlight is a result of an obsession with fine engineering, craftsmanship and a commitment to perfection. Founder, owner, and President Anthony Maglica has guided his company’s growth from a one-man machine shop in 1955 to an enterprise that has proudly employed thousands of American workers since it produced its first flashlight in 1979. https://maglite.com/.

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California Supreme Court Delivers Landmark Victory for Bicyclists in Whitehead v. City of Oakland

Ruling Strengthens Legal Protections and Reinforces Cities' Responsibility to Maintain Safe Roads

OAKLAND, Calif., May 2, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Rahman Law PC is pleased to share a powerful affirmation of bicyclists’ rights: the California Supreme Court has ruled in Whitehead v. City of Oakland (Case S284303) that public entities cannot rely on liability waivers to avoid responsibility for dangerous road conditions. The decision marks a major legal milestone for bicycle safety and public accountability across the state.

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The case involved cyclist Ty Whitehead, who suffered a traumatic brain injury during a charity training ride after hitting a large, obscured pothole on Skyline Boulevard in Oakland. Although Whitehead had signed a release form as part of the event, the Court ruled that such waivers cannot excuse a city from its statutory duty to maintain safe public roads. The Court unanimously found that exempting cities from liability in these cases violates California Civil Code section 1668, which prohibits contracts that waive responsibility for a violation of the law.

A pivotal amicus curiae brief supporting Whitehead was submitted by renowned bicycle attorney Shaana Rahman, founder of Rahman Law PC in San Francisco. Rahman authored the brief on behalf of San Francisco Bicycle Coalition, California Bicycle Coalition (CalBike), and Bike East Bay, offering the Court a critical perspective on the real-world impact of road hazards on bicyclists and the importance of holding cities accountable for infrastructure safety. The brief helped underscore how releasing cities from liability would endanger cyclists and undermine public safety efforts statewide.

“This decision is a win not just for one rider, but for every Californian who uses a bike to get around,” said Shaana Rahman, bike lawyer and founder of Rahman Law PC. “It sends a clear message that cities must take their responsibilities seriously—especially when it comes to keeping cyclists safe.”

The ruling clarifies that municipal liability cannot be sidestepped through fine print and reaffirms that cyclists are entitled to the same legal protections as any other road user. It is especially significant at a time when more Californians are choosing bicycles for health, transportation, and environmental reasons.

Organizations across the state have applauded the Court’s decision. Shaana Rahman is calling it “a critical step forward for equity, accountability, and the safety of all who share our roads.”

About Rahman Law PC

The personal injury lawyers at Rahman Law PC are powerful advocates for people who have been injured through no fault of their own. What makes Rahman Law PC different from other personal injury law firms is they care about what happens to their clients; they aggressively advocate for their clients’ interests and have a personal relationship with each client, taking the time to listen and figure out solutions that make sense from a legal point of view but also from a human perspective.

By providing the highest quality legal services to those who have been injured or have suffered wrongdoing at the hands of other individuals, corporations, or public entities, the personal injury attorneys and trial lawyers at Rahman Law PC have a proven track record of results and have successfully recovered millions of dollars for clients throughout California. Rahman Law PC offers clients attentive service backed with big firm experience, making them ready to take on any opponent.

To learn more about the personal injury lawyers at Rahman Law PC, visit https://www.rahmanlawsf.com/ or call (415) 956-9245 in San Francisco, (805) 619-3108 in Paso Robles, California.

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Honoring Monroe’s Birthday: New Study Highlights His Drafting of America’s First Organic Territorial Law

COLONIAL BEACH, Va., April 28, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The James Monroe Memorial Foundation proudly announces the publication of “United States in Congress Assembled Delegate James Monroe: Architect of America’s First Organic Territorial Law,” a new paper by historian Stanley Y. Klos.

Image caption: A paper by Stanley Y. Klos.

The study highlights James Monroe’s pivotal role not only in supporting Jefferson’s 1784 Ordinance but, more critically, in drafting the original framework for the Northwest Ordinance, presented to Congress in Spring 1786.

Monroe’s draft created America’s first federal Organic Law governing U.S. territory—setting the constitutional foundation for orderly expansion, equal statehood, and protection of republican principles.

As Chairman of the Committee on the Western Lands, Monroe shaped both the Land Ordinance of 1785 and the territorial governance structure that evolved into the Northwest Ordinance of 1787—the only Organic Law enacted under both the Articles of Confederation and later reaffirmed under the U.S. Constitution.

“James Monroe’s legal vision defined how America would grow,” said Stan Klos. “He ensured that new territories would not be treated as colonies, but as future states, preserving the Revolution’s ideals.”

James Monroe’s contributions as a delegate to the United States in Congress Assembled (USCA) under the Articles of Confederation have had a profound and lasting impact on the United States, despite often being overlooked.

His key accomplishments include:

Ordinance Leadership: Played a crucial role in the creation and enactment of the Ordinance of 1784, the Land Ordinance of 1785, and the Northwest Ordinance of 1787, which laid the foundations for territorial governance, the abolition of slavery and indentured servitude in the Northwest Territory, and public education through land grants.
Territorial Governance Blueprint: Authored the May 1786 committee report outlining a detailed plan for transitioning territories to statehood based on population milestones, forming the backbone of the 1787 Northwest Ordinance.
Capital Relocation and Preservation: Alongside William Grayson, Monroe successfully advocated against relocating the federal government to Trenton, helping maintain the seat of government in New York through the Constitution’s drafting and ratification. This set the stage for the Residence Act of 1790 and the permanent establishment of the U.S. capital along the Potomac River.
Revolutionary Veteran Leadership: As a veteran and congressman, he participated in securing the military victories necessary for the ratification of the Treaty of Paris (1783) and helped address the mutiny at Independence Hall, prompting the relocation of the nation’s capital from Philadelphia to more secure locations.

The full paper will be published on the James Monroe Memorial Foundation website beginning April 28, 2025 – https://monroefoundation.org/2025/04/28/usca-delegate-james-monroe/

About The James Monroe Memorial Foundation:

The James Monroe Memorial Foundation is committed to honoring and promoting the life, achievements, and enduring legacy of America’s fifth president. Learn more: https://monroefoundation.org/.

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City of Castleford wins Best Tasting Water in Idaho Award

BOISE, Idaho, April 22, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The City of Castleford claimed the 2025 title of Idaho’s best tasting drinking water during the Idaho Rural Water Association’s (IRWA) Spring Conference on April 3, 2025. The other finalists were Rogerson Water and the City of Grace.

Image caption: Robert Dial, IRWA President with City of Castleford representative A.J. Gray.

IRWA will send a representative of the City of Castleford drinking water system to Washington D.C. with a sample of their drinking water to compete against the other states’ rural water association winners in a nationwide contest, The Great American Water Taste Test, which will take place in February 2025 as part of the Rural Water Rally.

Finalists were selected in a preliminary round. The final round was judged by a panel of experts which included Scott Short, Senior Drinking Water and Groundwater Advisor of the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality; James Pratt, Disaster Recovery Circuit Rider Program Manager of the National Rural Water Association; and Noe Ramirez, Area Director of USDA Rural Development.

Judges rated each water sample based on its clarity, bouquet, and taste. Each of the judges commended the quality of water and noted the difficulty in choosing the best tasting water in the state.

The representative from the City of Castleford, AJ Gray, was honored to accept this award on behalf of the system during the Awards Banquet at Boise’s Riverside Hotel.

Idaho Rural Water Association is a non-profit association comprised of 370 water and wastewater utility systems in Idaho that primarily serve populations of 10,000 or less. IRWA’s mission is to provide technical assistance, training, and a strong representative voice for the benefit of Idaho’s drinking water and wastewater utility systems.

For more information, visit: https://www.idahoruralwater.com/

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IRWA recognizes USDA Rural Development with 2025 Friend of Idaho Rural Water Award

BOISE, Idaho, April 21, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Idaho Rural Water Association (IRWA) is proud to recognize the team at USDA Rural Development as the recipient of the 2025 Friend of Rural Water award. This award was presented to USDA Rural Development representatives Noe Ramirez, Western Idaho Area Director, and Noel LaRoque, Idaho State Director, at IRWA’s annual Spring Conference Awards Banquet, held at Boise’s Riverside Hotel on April 3, 2025.

Image caption: USDA Rural Development Western Idaho Area Director Noe Ramirez, IRWA Board President Robert Dial, and USDA Rural Development Idaho State Director Noel LaRoque.

The Friend of Rural Water Award recognizes someone who provides outstanding service and exceptional contributions to further the goals of rural water in Idaho. USDA Rural Development was selected for the honor for their service, dedication, and excellence in their work for communities and public health.

Since 2012, USDA Rural Development appropriated over $415 million in funding for drinking water and wastewater facilities in Idaho. Since 2020, the agency has obligated on average, 295% of the state’s loan allocation and 328% of the state’s grant allocation.

“Because of [USDA Rural Development]’s efforts, Idaho communities have been able to thrive and grow in ways that might never have been possible otherwise,” said Shelley Roberts, Chief Executive Officer of IRWA. “Behind every dollar obligated and every project funded is a story of dedication, meticulous planning, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. This team has shown us what it means to go above and beyond, to see challenges not as obstacles but as opportunities to deliver more for the people of Idaho.”

Idaho Rural Water Association (IRWA) is a non-profit association comprised of 370 water and wastewater utility systems in Idaho that primarily serve populations of 10,000 or less. IRWA’s mission is to provide technical assistance, training, and a strong representative voice for the benefit of Idaho’s drinking water and wastewater utility systems.

For more information, visit https://www.idahoruralwater.com/

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Save LBI Petitions Federal Agencies to Create a Safe Migration Corridor from Georgia to Maine to Save the North Atlantic Right Whale from Extinction

LONG BEACH ISLAND, N.J., April 8, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Save LBI, the non-partisan organization dedicated to protecting our oceans from the destructive impacts of offshore wind projects, has filed a petition urging the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC)/National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and Department of the Interior (DOI)/Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) to create a safe migration corridor from Maine to Georgia that will allow the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale (NARW) to survive as a species.

Image caption: The critically endangered North Atlantic right whale. Credit: Save LBI (generated with AI tools).

With a population that has dwindled to 340, the magnificent right whale is perilously close to extinction and faces a new, greater and ominous threat from numerous proposed offshore wind-turbine complexes up and down the East Coast.

Save LBI’s 234-page petition seeks to establish a migratory corridor as a critical habitat that would provide a vital “missing link” between critical habitats the NMFS designated in 1994, and later expanded, to protect the right whale’s feeding grounds off the coast of Maine (and New England) and its calving grounds off the coast of Georgia and South Carolina. No habitat protections currently exist between these areas in the far north and south, putting the whale’s survival at great risk.

Central to the petition is the call to prohibit offshore wind development within the proposed protected zone and to establish a buffer that would allow noise from any nearby wind turbines to dissipate and drop below levels known to disturb the whales.

“Restricting the development of offshore wind projects in the migration path of the North Atlantic right whale is crucial to preventing its extinction,” explained Bob Stern, president and co-founder of Save LBI. “Our petition defines the whale’s primary historic migration corridor and presents calculations showing how operational noise from the numerous proposed offshore wind turbine complexes will at a minimum seriously impair and potentially block its annual migration. Without a protected migration corridor and a prohibition on wind complexes in its path, the North Atlantic right whale will not survive.”

Save LBI data reveals that nearly 80 percent of NARW deaths between 2000 and 2020 occurred within the proposed critical habitat migration corridor — even though vessel speed-restriction zones have been in place since 2008.

“Sadly, all efforts to date have not reversed the decline of the right whale,” emphasized Stern, an experienced Ph.D. engineer who managed the U.S. Department of Energy office overseeing environment protection related to energy programs. “The threat is real. The Atlantic Shores South and North projects less than 9 miles off the coast of southern New Jersey, and others like it, are sited directly in the whale’s migratory path, which will accelerate and ultimately seal its extinction unless we act.” (For more on the Atlantic Shores projects and Save LBI’s actions related to those projects, click here: https://www.savelbi.org/press-releases.)

The Save LBI petition also seeks new federal rules that would:

Cancel wind-energy lease areas within the corridor consistent with the designation of a critical migration habitat.
Reinitiate Endangered Species Act [Section 7(a)(2)] consultations where, based on regulation criteria, the designated habitat “may be affected” by a wind project.
Establish a dedicated general taxpayer fund to defray potential costs associated with any new restrictions from the critical habitat designation that would otherwise be borne by specific industries, including shipping and fishing enterprises.

Pending the outcome of a rulemaking decision, the Save LBI petition further aims to preserve the proposed migration corridor in the interim by:

Pausing all activities associated with placing wind turbines in the designated area.
Suspending high-resolution geophysical surveying during the NARW migration season.
Reinitiating Endangered Species Act [Section 7(a)] consultations based on “new information revealing effects not previously considered”— in this case, as shown in the petition, major systemic underestimates in the NARW “take number” estimates used to approve Atlantic Shores South and other projects that use the same methods to calculate the number of incidental NARW deaths or injuries likely to occur during construction and operation of an offshore wind-turbine complex.

NARW: A National Treasure

The North Atlantic right whale, also known as the “urban whale,” is one of the largest and longest living animals on earth. This storied creature spends most of its life within 50 miles of the Atlantic coast as it moves gracefully between feeding grounds to the north and calving areas in the south, returning to the same locations annually thanks to its uncanny sense of navigation. Marine mammal migration is one of the great wonders of the world — especially when it involves a rare species such as the NARW — and public fascination is high, which explains the popularity of “whale watching” tours and town festivals up and down the East Coast as well as a preponderance of academic studies devoted to whales. Given a tiny population, every right whale saved is a step toward recovery, and every one lost, a step toward extinction — which is why Save LBI’s well-tailored legal protections are so important.

The Struggle for Survival

“For centuries, humans have failed the North Atlantic right whale — first through near-eradication from whaling and, more recently, through narratives that downplay the risk of offshore wind projects,” said lead researcher and Save LBI board member Denise Boccia.

“The National Marine Fisheries Service and BOEM have approved projects based on flawed and unsupported assumptions that significantly underestimate impacts, while major environmental organizations that protest similar impacts from oil and gas development remain silent or supportive, apparently mistakenly believing offshore wind offers discernible climate benefits. It does not,” Boccia continued. “University researchers who once voiced concern now appear content to pursue grant-funded projects. As a result, the responsibility to act falls to us, and to other groups and people who care about the many resources and natural treasures the ocean has to offer — including the endangered North Atlantic right whale.”

“Save LBI believes its petition provides a sensible approach to protecting the right whale from extinction, while restricting wind turbines from places where they obviously do not belong. Because the proposed migration corridor is relatively close to shore, the turbine prohibitions would also protect shore tourism industries, and avoid interference with our land-based air-defense radar systems. If we as a society want to save the North Atlantic right whale species from extinction, the migratory critical habitat designation is crucial,” Stern concluded.

“Readers are encouraged to express their support for the NARW migratory corridor petition to The White House, the Department of Commerce, and Department of the Interior.”

Contact information is listed below:

:: The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20500
whitehouse.gov/contact

:: Douglas Burgum, Secretary
U.S. Department of the Interior
1849 C Street, NW, MS-4106
Washington D.C. 20240
(202) 208-3100
x.com/interior
facebook.com/USInterior
Email: Interior_Press@ios.doi.gov

:: Howard Lutnick, Secretary
U.S. Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Ave, NW
Washington D.C. 20230
x.com/commercegov
facebook.com/Commercegov/
Email: PublicAffairs@doc.gov

About Save LBI
Save Long Beach Island (Save LBI) is an organization of citizens and businesses on and off the Island working together to protect the ocean and Long Beach Island and neighboring communities from the destructive impact of the Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind projects and potentially other offshore wind projects. As a not-for-profit, non-partisan entity, we do not endorse any political candidates but vigorously pursue policies and actions that protect the Island and New Jersey communities. The organization is led by Beach Haven resident Bob Stern, a Ph.D. engineer with experience in environmental law who previously managed the U.S. Department of Energy’s office overseeing environment protection related to energy programs and projects. Visit SaveLBI.org for more information.

Contact: https://www.savelbi.org/contact

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California Ferret Advocates Push Forward – Support Needed for Petition 2025-003!

LA MESA, Calif., March 18, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Ferret lovers across California and the nation are rallying behind Petition 2025-003, now officially acknowledged by the California Fish and Game Commission (FGC). This petition seeks to reclassify ferrets as domestic animals, challenging California’s outdated and scientifically unsupported ban, LegalizeFerrets.org announced today.

Image caption: Domestic ferrets are pets and don’t exist in the wild.

Despite being legal in 48 other states, ferrets remain classified as wild and detrimental in California—without public input or scientific justification. The Commission is set to review the petition in its upcoming meetings, and public support is critical to ensure fair consideration.

KEY MEETING DATES & HOW TO PARTICIPATE

The Fish and Game Commission will discuss Petition 2025-003 at the following meetings:

April 16-17, 2025 | Capitol Event Center, Sacramento, CA
June 11-12, 2025 | Sacramento area (Venue TBD)

Supporters are encouraged to attend in person or virtually and to submit written comments in favor of reclassifying ferrets as domestic animals.

HOW TO TAKE ACTION:

:: Attend the meetings – Show up in person or participate virtually. Details will be posted on FGC’s website.

:: Submit public comments – Email fgc@fgc.ca.gov or mail:
California Fish and Game Commission
P.O. Box 944209
Sacramento, CA 94244-2090

:: Share and spread the word – Let others know why ferrets deserve fair treatment under the law!

WHY THIS MATTERS

“Ferrets are not wild or dangerous. They’ve been domesticated for thousands of years,” said Pat Wright, founder of LegalizeFerrets.org. “California’s ban is based on outdated fears, and it’s time to correct this injustice. The Fish and Game Commission is legally obligated under the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) to provide a fair and transparent review of our petition.”

CALL TO ACTION

This is a rare and crucial opportunity to finally bring ferrets into the legal pet category where they belong. California pet lovers, veterinarians, and animal welfare advocates must come together to ensure the Commission fairly considers Petition 2025-003.

Act Now! The Commission will be reviewing the petition soon—make sure they hear your voice!

Stay updated & learn more at https://www.legalizeferrets.org/

Location: California (Statewide)

Media Contact: Pat Wright, LegalizeFerrets.org, (619) 303-0645, CLIFFNotes@legalizeferrets.org

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