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Y‑12 historian Ray Smith named Anderson County United Way Volunteer of the Year
On April 19, United Way of Anderson County recognized Ray Smith of Y‑12’s Public and Governmental Affairs as its 2011 Volunteer of the Year. Smith is a past president of the organization’s Board of Directors and a past campaign chairman. He currently serves as a member of its board, campaign cabinet and major donor committee. more...
NNSA Recognizes Labs, Sites for Commitment to Environmental Stewardship
The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) today congratulated its national laboratories and sites for achievements in environmental stewardship, awarding a total of 24 Pollution Prevention (P2) Awards for innovative initiatives across the enterprise. more...
L&N STEM Academy’s new science labs formally recognized
On Tuesday, April 17, state and local officials formally recognized the L&N STEM Academy’s new science labs, which are housed in the property’s depot. more...
Two Y-12 employees receive NNSA Defense Programs honor
Two Y-12 employees have been recognized for their contributions to the National Nuclear Security Administration’s (NNSA’s) Defense Programs (DP). Harry Peters from the Y-12 Site Office and Kathy Bracic of B&W Y-12’s Facility Engineering Organization have both been named NNSA DP Employee of the Quarter. more...
