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Climate Action Learning Lab helps state and local leaders identify and impl...
This spring, J-PAL North America — a regional office of MIT’s Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL) — launched its first ever Learning Lab, centered on climate action. The Learning Lab convened a cohort of government leaders who are...

Alaska Joins Amicus Brief to Defend American Energy and Stop Climate Lawfare
September 16, 2025 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Attorney General Stephen Cox announced today that Alaska has joined an amicus brief to stop activists and courts engaged in climate lawfare. The brief, led by West Virginia in the U.S. Supreme Court,...

From Quick Fixes to Foundations: A Nebraska Practice Makes Nutrition & Lifestyle the Essential First Step to Healing
GRAND ISLAND, NE, UNITED STATES, September 16, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Alternative Answers announces an expanded, hands-on Nutrition & Lifestyle program led by provider Keegan Elley. This program is designed to give patients practical tools,...

Governor Pillen Promotes Nebraska Ethanol, Concludes Successful Trade Mission to Japan
NEBRASKA, September 10 - CONTACT: Laura Strimple, (402) 580-9495 Governor Pillen Promotes Nebraska Ethanol, Concludes Successful Trade Mission to Japan LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen wrapped up a highly productive trade mission to Japan....

Bowman Selected by Nebraska DOT for Statewide Bridge Inspections
RESTON, Va., Sept. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. (NASDAQ: BWMN), a national engineering services and program management firm, has been selected by the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) to provide on-call...

Surrounded by Students, Gov. Pillen Signs Order Opting into Federal Scholarship Tax Credit
NEBRASKA, September 30 - CONTACT: Laura Strimple, (402) 580-9495 Surrounded by Students, Gov. Pillen Signs Order Opting into Federal Scholarship Tax Credit LINCOLN, NE – Surrounded by students, staff, parents and members of Nebraska’s...

Why the Billion Dollar Rare Earth Elements (REE) Market is Projected for Substantial Expansion in Coming Years
PALM BEACH, Fla., Oct. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FN Media Group News Commentary - Rare Earth Elements are used to produce permanent magnets and battery alloys that are used in electric vehicle (EV) batteries, smart-phones, defense technology...

Gov. Pillen Signs Proclamation for National Hunting and Fishing Day
NEBRASKA, September 25 - CONTACT: Laura Strimple, (402) 580-9495 Gov. Pillen Signs Proclamation for National Hunting and Fishing Day LINCOLN, NE. – Governor Jim Pillen signed a proclamation for National Hunting and Fishing Day (NHF), which will be...

Global Rare Earth Elements Market Size Projected to Reach $8.14 Billion By 2032 with a Significant Increase in Demand Expected
PALM BEACH, Fla., Oct. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FN Media Group News Commentary - The rising demand for consumer durables such as tablets, laptops, and smartphones is one of the factors driving the consumption of rare earth elements. The demand...

Secretary Noem Announces Nearly $35 Million in Additional Federal Disaster Relief Funding
These funds will support states and local communities recovering from recent natural disasters WASHINGTON – Today, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced nearly $35 million in disaster relief funding to support ongoing recovery relief...

Lighthouse Autism Center Announces Expansion in North Carolina with High Point Location
MISHAWAKA, Ind., Sept. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lighthouse Autism Center, a premier provider of center-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, is excited to announce its latest expansion with a new center in High Point, North Carolina....

Language Access Program Helps Bring National Expertise to Interpreter Conference
The Nebraska Supreme Court Language Access Program assisted in facilitating Augustin De La Mora’s presentations at the Nebraska Association of Translators and Interpreters (NATI) annual conference, Bridging Languages with Excellence, held...

Super Biochar and Ward Laboratories, Inc. Partner to Advance Soil Remediation and Diagnostics
NEW YORK, NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 18, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Super Biochar™, a Connecticut-based climate-tech startup, today announced a strategic partnership with Ward Laboratories, Inc., a leading agricultural diagnostics...

New Tree Service in Lincoln, NE Specializes in Tree Removal, Tree Trimming, and Emergency Tree Care
Trusted Lincoln, NE tree service offering professional removal, trimming, and stump grinding to keep properties safe, healthy, and looking their best. LINCOLN, NE, UNITED STATES, September 26, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A new tree service has...

Carr Backs New FCC Proposal Allowing for Cell Phone Jamming Technology in State Prisons and Jails
ATLANTA, GA – Attorney General Chris Carr has sent a letter to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) supporting a notice of proposed rulemaking that would allow state and local law enforcement to use jamming technology to combat contraband...

Attorney General Brenna Bird Joins Coalition Against European Union’s Radical Green Agenda
DES MOINES—Today, Attorney General Brenna Bird announced she has joined a coalition of 22 states requesting the Trump Administration fight back against the European Union’s radical green agenda for American companies that will hurt energy,...

Local and State Collaboration Creates Hundreds of Jobs, Generates More Than $300M In Economic Investments in South Sioux City
Lt. Gov. Joe Kelly and DED Interim Director Maureen Larsen recognized City leaders for ongoing success in the Economic Development Certified Community program Pictured from left to right: Lt. Gov. Joe Kelly, City Administrator Lance Hedquist, City...

Local and State Collaboration Creates Hundreds of Jobs, Generates More Than $300M In Economic Investments in South Sioux City
Lt. Gov. Joe Kelly and DED Interim Director Maureen Larsen recognized City leaders for ongoing success in the Economic Development Certified Community program Pictured from left to right: Lt. Gov. Joe Kelly, City Administrator Lance Hedquist, City...

Unfolded Protein Response pathway offers new targets to treat bone weakness in cancer patients
New drugs that modulate protein processing in bone cells may prevent bone weakening and limit the growth of bone-localized tumors CHINA, September 25, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The unfolded protein response (UPR) is a protective pathway that...

Gov. Pillen to Lead Trade Mission to Japan
NEBRASKA, September 4 - CONTACT: Laura Strimple, (402) 580-9495 Gov. Pillen to Lead Trade Mission to Japan LINCOLN, NE – This week, Governor Jim Pillen and state leaders will embark on a trade mission to Japan. The delegation includes...