Dodge Durango Concept Shown at Roadkill Nights Comes to Life: Dodge Opens Orders for New Smokescreen Exterior Color and Petrol Blue Seats

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ --

- Dodge expands Durango's color palette to 10 exterior options with addition of Smokescreen, the third new color introduced in the past three months

- Smokescreen exterior color and Petrol Blue Laguna leather seats make the leap from the Durango R/T 392 Smokescreen Concept to production

- Smokescreen now available for order across the full HEMI®-powered 2027 Durango lineup; Petrol Blue seats available for order for Durango SRT Hellcat Jailbreak

- Smokescreen is open for orders for the 2027 Dodge Durango at a U.S. MSRP of $595

- Petrol Blue seats are available for order exclusively on the Durango SRT Hellcat Jailbreak at an MSRP of $2,995

The smoke is still clearing from Roadkill Nights, and Dodge is already bringing Smokescreen exterior paint and Petrol Blue Laguna leather performance seats from concept to production.

First shown on the Dodge Durango R/T 392 Smokescreen Concept revealed at the August Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge event, Smokescreen is the third new Durango exterior color introduced in the past three months, growing Durango's color palette to 10 available exterior options.

Combined with new Petrol Blue Laguna leather performance seats exclusively available for the Durango SRT Hellcat Jailbreak, the unique new options deliver enthusiasts even more high-impact customization choices, increasing Durango SRT Hellcat Jailbreak personalization possibilities to more than 20 million.

"The Durango Smokescreen Concept was a pretty thinly veiled way of testing the waters at Roadkill Nights, and the reaction was fantastic," said Matt McAlear, Dodge CEO. "After talking with enthusiasts at the event, it was clear they loved it even more in person than they did in photos. When customers tell us they love something, we listen. Their feedback helped accelerate our plans and bring this from concept to reality, giving owners another way to make Durango stand out."

The Smokescreen paint is a fresh take that offers a lighter-shade alternative to Destroyer Grey, also available for Durango. The grey Smokescreen exterior base gives the Durango a controlled, modern backdrop. The cool, light grey amplifies Durango's muscular stance, which refuses to blend into traffic.

Smokescreen brings the Durango a perfect 10 of exterior colors available for the entire 2027 Dodge Durango lineup, joining After Dark, Redeye, B5 Blue, Destroyer Grey, Green Machine, Night Moves, Pitch Black, Red Oxide and White Knuckle.

Inside, new Petrol Blue Laguna leather performance seats deliver an unmistakable contrast. Available exclusively on the Durango SRT Hellcat Jailbreak, the new Petrol Blue Laguna leather performance seats pair rich color with dual silver stitching and embossed SRT Hellcat logos to create a cockpit that looks every bit as powerful as the supercharged muscle UV that surrounds them.

Petrol Blue Laguna leather seats are offered in a six-passenger layout, with second-row captain's chairs and a full second-row center console, standard for the Durango SRT Hellcat.

The two new options add to the millions of ways to customize the Durango SRT Hellcat Jailbreak. Now featuring more than 20 million customization combinations, the Jailbreak offers an overflowing menu of colors, stripes, wheels, brake calipers, badging, interior appointments and performance-focused design details, giving owners the freedom to create a Durango that stands apart from anything else on the street.

Smokescreen exterior color can be ordered for the full HEMI®-powered 2027 Dodge Durango lineup, including:

- 360-horsepower Durango GT HEMI AWD, the industry's most affordable AWD V-8 vehicle

- 475-horsepower Durango R/T 392, delivering the most horsepower per dollar for a gas SUV

- 710-horsepower Durango SRT Hellcat and Durango SRT Hellcat Jailbreak, the most powerful gas SUV ever built

Smokescreen is open for orders for the 2027 Dodge Durango at a U.S. manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $595. Petrol Blue seats are available for order exclusively on the Durango SRT Hellcat Jailbreak at an MSRP of $2,995.

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For 112 years, the Dodge brand has carried on the spirit of brothers John and Horace Dodge. Today, that legacy roars louder than ever in the lineup of Dodge, America's performance brand.

The arrival of the new 600-horsepower 2027 Dodge Charger Super Bee Launch Edition - the quickest, fastest and most powerful SIXPACK Charger and the highest specific horsepower muscle car ever - is the newest addition to the award-winning Dodge Charger multi-energy lineup, which also features:

- SIXPACK-powered 420-horsepower Dodge Charger R/T with the most standard horsepower of any muscle car

- 550-horsepower Dodge Charger Scat Pack, powered by the 3.0L twin-turbo SIXPACK high-output (H.O.) engine - the most powerful Hurricane engine in production

- Quickest and most powerful AWD muscle car in the all-electric 670-horsepower Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack

Every Charger comes standard with all-wheel drive and offers two-door coupe or four-door sedan configurations - because with performance comes choice.

The Dodge lineup is also fueled by the most powerful gas SUV ever, the 710-horsepower Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat, powered by the legendary supercharged HEMI V-8 engine. The Durango SRT Hellcat Jailbreak breaks free from convention with the three-row SUV, unlocking more than 16 million potential customization combinations. The Dodge Durango R/T 392 delivers the most horsepower per dollar for a gas SUV, and the 360-horsepower 5.7-liter Durango GT HEMI AWD remains the most affordable AWD V-8 in the industry.

The purchase of a SIXPACK-powered Dodge Charger Super Bee Launch Edition, Charger Scat Pack, Charger Daytona Scat Pack or Durango SRT Hellcat model includes one day of performance driving instruction at Radford Racing School, the official Dodge//SRT high-performance driving school.

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PITTSBURGH, Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to solve the problem of the shift cable with grommet falling off the automatic transmission manual control arm lever while driving," said an inventor, from San Antonio, Texas, "so I invented the FLORES CONTROL ARM WITH GRUMMET. My design avoids accidents and injuries caused by thinking the gear shift is in park but really it's in drive or reverse."

The invention prevents the shift cable with grommet from falling off the automatic transmission manual control arm lever while driving. In doing so, it prevents the user from shifting into the wrong gear. As a result, it increases safety. It also provides added peace of mind. The invention features a unique design that is easy to use so it is ideal for vehicle owners. Additionally, a prototype model and technical drawings are available upon request.

The original design was submitted to the National sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 25-CTK-2233, InventHelp, 100 Beecham Drive, Suite 110, Pittsburgh, PA 15205-9801, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.

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ASI Southeast Work-Based Learning Student Named Georgia Student of the Year

Governor's Workforce Summit award caps a nine-year manufacturer-school partnership that now supplies one in ten of ASI's Georgia employees

TOCCOA, Ga., Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Connor Wallace, a senior at Stephens County High School and a Work-Based Learning student at ASI Southeast, has been named the 2026 Georgia Work-Based Learning Student of the Year. He received the award on September 24 at the Governor's Workforce Summit in Atlanta, where he was recognized by Governor Brian Kemp. Wallace won the county-level award before advancing to the statewide honor.

Georgia's work-based learning programs enrolled 32,518 students across 24,582 employers in the most recent school year, according to the Georgia Department of Education.

ASI Southeast manufactures commercial toilet partitions and lockers for ASI Global Partitions and ASI Storage at its plant in Toccoa, roughly 90 miles northeast of Atlanta.

Two years, zero absences

Wallace joined ASI Southeast in December 2024, shortly after turning 16. He has recorded zero absences, zero tardies and zero early departures since, earning the company's 2025 Perfect Attendance Award. As of August 19, he had completed 2,534 Work-Based Learning hours and is on pace to pass ASI's program record of 3,100 before graduation.

His contribution has gone well beyond attendance. During the Locker Business Unit's continuous improvement competition, Wallace redesigned the UPS staging process, eliminating roughly 158,720 employee steps per year, close to 80 miles of walking, and producing an estimated $5,000 in annual savings. The project won the unit's "Most Steps Saved" award.

He was then selected as one of five employees to represent the Locker Business Unit in ASI's 2026 company-wide continuous improvement championship. That team's project delivered approximately $35,000 in annual savings and won the competition outright. Wallace was named Best Presenter.

He now serves as ASI's Work-Based Learning Team Captain, acting as liaison between the company, participating students and Stephens County High School. He has led plant tours, represented ASI at job fairs, helped train employees, and taken on responsibilities in production and quality inspection.

"Connor's defining qualities are his respect, dependability, and ability to make the people around him better," said Clint Frady, Business Unit Manager at ASI Southeast. "He earns opportunities through consistency, masters new responsibilities, and then helps others succeed. Connor is a tremendous example of what can happen when a motivated student is given an opportunity to contribute in a real workplace and chooses to make the most of it."

A program built for the labor market it sits in

ASI's Work-Based Learning program was developed by Stephen Wallace, General Manager of ASI Southeast and Connor's father, in partnership with Stephens County Schools. Students join the plant during the school year and return across successive summers, with a defined path to full-time employment after graduation.

That structure is a deliberate response to conditions in northeast Georgia, where manufacturers compete for a limited pool of qualified skilled labor. Rather than recruiting against the shortage, ASI develops workers within it, building familiarity with the plant, the equipment and the culture years before a hiring decision is made.

The program runs in collaboration with the county school system rather than as an internal-only initiative, with coordinators, credit hours and a structure the school recognizes and students can build on.

Nine years in, it has hired 67 students from three area high schools, beginning with four. Graduated participants have worked more than 57,736 hours and earned over $1 million in wages, nearly all of it spent in the local economy. Approximately 80 percent remain with ASI after graduation and about half stay three years or longer. In nine years, one participant has been involuntarily terminated.

Today, 32 percent of the operations workforce at ASI Southeast's 900 Plant came through Work-Based Learning, as did roughly 10 percent of ASI's employees across Georgia.

About ASI Group

ASI is the world's leading manufacturer of commercial toilet partitions, washroom accessories, lockers, and visual display products. ASI Global Partitions and ASI Accurate Partitions are the company's partition divisions. With operating units and offices in the United States, Canada, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, Mexico, and China, ASI serves architects, building owners, and contractors in more than 50 countries.

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LONDON, Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On October 2nd, At the Royal Astronomical Society in London, Starmus Festival cofounders Sir Brian May and Garik Israelian awarded Professor Brian Cox the prestigious 2026 Stephen Hawking Medal for Science Communication, recognising his outstanding contribution to bringing science to global audiences and inspiring millions through his work as a physicist, broadcaster and public communicator.

The Stephen Hawking Medal was established ten years ago by Professor Stephen Hawking, a board member of the STARMUS Festival, to honour individuals who bridge the gap between science and society through the arts, music and film.

Brian Cox says -

"It's a great honour to receive the 2026 Stephen Hawking Medal from STARMUS, and particularly poignant for me because I was there with Stephen when the Medal was first announced 10 years ago. Astronomy is the oldest science, and in today's fractured world I believe that striving to understand the Universe is more important than ever. Stephen believed in the search for knowledge for its own sake. 'Remember to look up at the stars and not down at your feet' was Stephen's closing line all those years ago. For me that is what STARMUS, and science, and life, is all about."

The Festival's opening celebration on 17th October in Tenerife will unite science, music, and culture in an extraordinary evening featuring Andrea Bocelli, Sir Brian May and Sarah Brightman, accompanied by the Las Palmas Symphony Orchestra, alongside Rick Wakeman, Rusanda Panfili, and the STARMUS All Stars Band. The evening's centrepiece will be the presentation of the Stephen Hawking Medal, marking a decade of outstanding contributions to public engagement with science. Due to his touring schedule, Brian Cox is unable to attend the ceremony in Tenerife and was therefore presented with the medal at the private ceremony at Royal Astronomical Society, which will be broadcast during the Festival's opening celebration.

"Ten years ago, Stephen Hawking helped us launch a dream," said Garik Israelian, co-founder of STARMUS. "Today, we celebrate not only what has been achieved, but also the extraordinary community that has grown around the idea that science belongs to everyone. We are delighted to be awarding Brian Cox on this occasion."

Brian May, co-founder of STARMUS, added: "The Stephen Hawking Medal was born from a shared belief that science should inspire people far beyond the scientific community. Ten years later, its message is more important than ever. At a time when truth, evidence, and critical thinking are increasingly challenged, we are proud to celebrate those who help bring science, wonder, and understanding to the world. I am delighted that this year's Starmus is honouring Brian Cox whose uniquely powerful presentations have dramatically changed the way the general public view the world."

As well as presenting Brian Cox with the impressive medal, Brian May and Garik Israelian also gifted him a unique OMEGA Speedmaster Moonwatch crafted in 18K Moonshine™ Gold.

The three discussed astronomy, humanity, music, AI, the universe, and the enduring legacy of Stephen Hawking, a decade after he and the STARMUS co-founders established the medal to celebrate outstanding contributions to science communication.

The Stephen Hawking Medal Ceremony 2026 will take place at - Starmus VIII: The Search for Truth, including a concert with Brian May, Andrea Bocelli and Sarah Brightman celebrating the union between science and music.

17–22 October, Tenerife & La Palma.  Tickets available www.starmus.com

About STARMUS Festival  

Founded by astrophysicist Garik Israelian and musician, astrophysicist, and Queen guitarist Sir Brian May, STARMUS is a global festival of science, exploration, music, and art that brings together Nobel Prize winners, astronauts, scientists, thinkers, artists and musicians to celebrate human curiosity, creativity, and discovery. For the full list of speakers and musicians at Starmus VIII (17 - 22 October 2026) please visit www.starmus.com 

About The Stephen Hawking Medal

The bronze design has two particularly significant sides:

- One side of the medal features a portrait of Stephen Hawking, created by Alexei Leonov, the Soviet/Russian cosmonaut who was the first person to conduct a spacewalk.

- The other side combines an image of Leonov during his historic spacewalk with Brian May's "Red Special" guitar, symbolising the meeting of science, exploration, art and music—the core philosophy of the Starmus Festival.

Previous recipients include Christopher Nolan, Sir David Attenborough and The Big Bang Theory.

About OMEGA and the Speedmaster Moonwatch

OMEGA is a prestigious Swiss watchmaker and member of the Swatch Group Ltd. Since 1848, the brand has been synonymous with excellence, innovation and precision, as well as a pioneering spirit, demonstrated by conquests of the oceans and space.

In particular, the OMEGA Speedmaster has been trusted by astronauts and international space agencies since the 1960s, most famously during all six moon landings in history. As part of the brand's commitment to science, exploration, and the pursuit of knowledge, OMEGA has formed an enduring 10-year partnership with STARMUS. Each recipient of the Stephen Hawking Medal receives a golden Speedmaster Moonwatch. For the 2026 edition, Starmus VIII, the special Speedmaster Moonwatch in 18K Moonshine™ Gold features a smoked sapphire glass caseback, which has been uniquely engraved in white to depict the medal itself. The caseback carries the words "WINNER OF THE STEPHEN HAWKING MEDAL FOR SCIENCE COMMUNICATION".

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BLOOMINGTON, Minn., Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- BGM, a Top 200 full-service accounting, tax, audit, and advisory firm headquartered in Bloomington, Minnesota, is pleased to announce that R. L. DePanfilis & Company, LLC, a certified public accounting and business consulting firm based in Norwalk, Connecticut, has joined BGM.

The combination establishes BGM's presence in Connecticut and expands the firm's growing footprint in New England. R. L. DePanfilis & Company will operate under the BGM name. Firm partners David W. Gibbs, CPA, and Kenneth T. Miller, CPA, along with their team, will continue serving clients from the Norwalk office.

Founded in 1979, R. L. DePanfilis & Company provides businesses, individuals, estates, and trusts with tax, accounting, audit, and business consulting services. Its work includes tax compliance, research, and planning; multistate and foreign tax filings; reviews, compilations, audits, and agreed-upon procedures; financial reporting and controls; business succession planning; due diligence; estate and trust returns; and related advisory services.

R. L. DePanfilis & Company brings more than four decades of local market knowledge, technical skill, and close client relationships to BGM," said Dane J. Boeckermann, CEO and Principal of BGM. "The team's commitment to personalized client service and solutions closely align with our philosophies and guiding principles. This combination gives us a stronger base in New England and creates additional opportunities for our professionals to collaborate and support clients. We are pleased to welcome David, Kenneth, and the Norwalk team to BGM."

"Joining BGM allows us to preserve what our clients and team value most while gaining access to additional capabilities, services, resources, and colleagues across the firm," said David W. Gibbs, CPA, "Our clients will continue to work with the same professionals in Norwalk, now supported by a broader range of accounting, audit, tax, business advisory, wealth management, and trust and estate resources. We are pleased to begin this next chapter together."

Clients of R. L. DePanfilis & Company will experience continuity in their day-to-day relationships and service. The combination also provides BGM clients with access to additional professionals and capabilities in Connecticut, further strengthening the firm's ability to serve clients across New England and the United States.

Joe Tarasco, CEO of Accountants Advisory Group, advised both parties on the transaction.

About BGM

Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Bloomington, Minnesota, BGM provides accounting, tax, audit, business advisory, wealth management, and trust and estate services to entrepreneurial businesses and individuals throughout the United States. Learn more at bgm360.com.

Contact: Dane J. Boeckermann, Chief Executive Officer

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Debt.com Celebrates Excellence in Digital Financial Literacy with 2026 FinTalk Award Winners

Space Coast Credit Union, Emily Egashira,Jim Wang, and Leila Kartforosh Recognized as Top Creators for Making Personal Finance Accessible Nationwide

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As social media continues to transform how Americans learn about personal finance, Debt.com officially revealed the winners of its fourth annual awards. The FinTalk Awards highlight top content creators, educators, and financial institutions dedicated to promoting budgeting, debt management, and long-term financial wellness across digital platforms.

Launched in 2023 to champion accessible and reputable financial advice, the FinTalk Awards have grown into a premier benchmark for high-impact financial content creators. This year's honorees span the country, from Florida to Georgia, Maryland, and Washington State, bringing vital money management tools to millions of followers.

"To anyone who believes social media isn't a viable place to learn about saving and budgeting, these award winners prove otherwise," said Don Silvestri, President of Debt.com. "The FinTalk Awards allow us to highlight extraordinary talent across platforms who are actively helping everyday people take control of their money."

2026 Category Award Winners

- Best Credit Union Education: Space Coast Credit Union (@spacecoast_creditunion)

Headquartered in Florida, Space Coast Credit Union (SCCU) combines human-centric member stories with its signature animated "Watchdog" mascot to build trust, security awareness, and accessible financial education.

"Financial education is just one of the ways we put members first at Space Coast Credit Union, and social media gives us an opportunity to provide financial guidance in a way that's accessible, engaging, and useful in everyday life," said Joelle Hahn, senior vice president of marketing at Space Coast Credit Union. "Being our members' Financial Watchdog means helping people gain more confidence in their financial decisions. We're honored by this recognition and thankful to everyone who voted for SCCU."

- Financial Creator of the Year: Emily Egashira (@heyfrienditsem)

Washington-based creator recognized for her inspirational financial journey and daily money-saving guidance. "Grateful, humbled, and shocked all come to mind. It means the world to me that I get to help people with their finances every day, and seeing the impact it has on their lives is priceless."

- Best Short-Form Content: Jim Wang (@bestwallethacks)

Founder of Best Wallet Hacks, Carnegie Mellon and Johns Hopkins graduate Jim Wang uses concise, actionable short-form video to guide consumers through debt payoff and smart spending strategies. "Creating content can sometimes feel like a solitary activity but knowing that it means so much to the people who watch makes it all worth it," said Wang.

- Best Long-Form Content: Leila Kartforosh (@PersonalFinancewithLeila)

A microbiologist and founder of Debt Over It, Kartforosh turned her personal experience overcoming $82,000 in student, credit card, and auto debt into comprehensive educational content. "I am excited to continue empowering people to take control of their money, no matter where they are starting from," said Kartforosh.

About Debt.com

Debt.com is a trusted consumer credit card debt relief, student loan assistance, tax debt resolution, credit repair, and financial education organization. Debt.com empowers Americans to make informed financial decisions and achieve lasting debt relief.

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Michael Jordan's historic $10 million gift honors his mother and expands UNC School of Social Work's local and global impact

Largest gift in school history will advance social work innovation and support students and faculty

CHAPEL HILL, N.C., Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In honor of his mother, Deloris P. Jordan, and her unwavering dedication to improving the health and well-being of women, children and families around the world, Michael Jordan '86 has made a historic $10 million commitment to the University of North Carolina School of Social Work. The largest single gift in the School of Social Work's history will expand the reach and impact of the Global Social Development Innovations Center, which will be renamed the Deloris P. Jordan Global Social Development Innovations Center, and the Jordan Institute for Families, and provide financial scholarships for Master of Social Work students.

"We could not be more grateful to Michael Jordan for this generous investment in Carolina and the people and communities we serve," said UNC-Chapel Hill Chancellor Lee H. Roberts. "Deloris Jordan's lifelong dedication to children and families is reflected in this investment, which will strengthen the School of Social Work's ability to improve lives across North Carolina and beyond."

"My mother has always believed in the power of helping children, families and communities, and she has spent her life putting that belief into action," said Michael Jordan. "Honoring her through this gift to the UNC School of Social Work is truly meaningful to my family and to me. North Carolina will always be home, and I'm proud to support the social workers who are on the ground each and every day helping people navigate challenges, find opportunities and build stronger communities. I hope this gift helps make it possible for more students to pursue this important work."

The gift also establishes the Jordan Family Scholars program, which will provide scholarship support to Master of Social Work students facing increased financial barriers to graduate education. Ten students will be named the inaugural Jordan Family Scholars during the celebration, with each receiving a $12,500 scholarship.

At a time when there is an urgent need for more social workers, this investment will help make entering the profession more accessible while strengthening the workforce needed to respond to challenges affecting children, families and communities.

"I am honored that this investment will support the next generation of social workers and the important work they do," said Deloris P. Jordan. "I am deeply proud to have been part of the Carolina family for more than 40 years, and it is especially meaningful to know that this gift will strengthen the education and opportunities available to those preparing to serve others. Knowing that this work will extend beyond North Carolina through the Deloris P. Jordan Global Social Development Innovations Center makes it all the more special."

"The magnitude of Michael Jordan's gift will have an immediate and lasting impact, reaching from our classrooms in Chapel Hill to the many organizations and communities we partner with in North Carolina and across the globe," said Dean Ramona Denby-Brinson. "We are deeply appreciative of his investment and the shared commitment to service that connects Mrs. Jordan and Michael Jordan to our school and our mission."

The Jordan Institute for Families (JIF) was founded in 1996 by Michael Jordan and his family to help cultivate safe, stable, nurturing families over the life course. Its work spans an array of interrelated initiatives, including maternal health, caregiving, home visiting, mental health, economic support, child and family well-being, and social work leadership. JIF's efforts to connect community knowledge with social work research, policy and practice remain firmly rooted in equity and engagement.

The Global Social Development Innovations center was established in 2017 to advance innovative, evidence-informed approaches that strengthen the well-being of youth and their families. In partnership with communities and local organizations, the center develops and evaluates interventions that ensure local knowledge guides efforts to expand opportunities for young people, both locally and globally, through reciprocal learning.

The gift celebration will also kick off the Deloris P. Jordan Global Social Development Innovations Center's Global Research Symposium. Scholars, practitioners and partners from more than 20 countries will gather in Chapel Hill at the Friday Conference Center to share knowledge and explore innovative approaches to advancing global youth development. The two-day symposium will feature research presentations and panel discussions focused on youth voice and agency, emerging technologies partnerships and sustainable solutions through innovation and action. It will include a fireside chat with Mrs. Jordan highlighting her work in Kenya.

Mrs. Jordan's commitment to serving families and communities extends around the world. In 2010, she founded the Kenya Women and Children's Wellness Centre (KWCWC) in Nairobi to bring compassionate, quality healthcare to marginalized communities in Kenya and beyond. KWCWC serves survivors of gender-based violence and child abuse while also training first responders to deliver compassionate, high-quality care. Through targeted programs, community engagement and advocacy, KWCWC has reached more than 203,700 individuals.

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FLORHAM PARK, N.J., Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Reworld®, a leader in sustainable waste solutions, celebrated World Cleanup Day in September by hosting cleanup events across the country. Employees partnered with local organizations, municipalities and volunteers to remove litter, clear invasive vegetation and support other beautification efforts, demonstrating the company's commitment to being a good neighbor and helping build cleaner, more vibrant communities.

"Environmental stewardship extends beyond our facilities and into the communities we serve," said Alyssa Wilds, Senior Director of Corporate & Community Relations at Reworld. "World Cleanup Day is an opportunity for our employees to work alongside local partners to improve public spaces, support cleaner communities and make a meaningful impact where we live and work."

World Cleanup Day Activities

Across the U.S., Reworld employees joined local organizations and community groups to support World Cleanup Day efforts. Highlights included:

- Maryland and Virginia: Reworld employees in Derwood, Maryland; Dickerson, Maryland; and Alexandria, Virginia, joined the Friends of the Mount Vernon Trail and local volunteers to remove trash and invasive vegetation at Gravelly Point, helping create a cleaner and safer outdoor space.

- Rahway, New Jersey: Employees in Rahway volunteered at Rahway Riverfront Park, helping clean and beautify the area.

- Newark, New Jersey: In Newark, Reworld employees removed litter from the access road leading to the facility. The team's efforts here and throughout the streets of Newark, which resulted in 84 bags of garbage collected, earned them first place and the Gold Broom Award for the city's Slam Dunk the Junk community cleanup event.

- Lee County, Florida: Employees teamed up with Keep Lee County Beautiful, a nonprofit dedicated to protecting and beautifying the local environment, to clean up a litter hotspot.

- Long Island, New York: Reworld employees from Ronkonkoma and West Babylon partnered with Save the Great South Bay for cleanup events, while teams from Westbury and East Northport took part in cleanups for their communities.

- Chester, Pennsylvania: The team in Chester cleaned up its adopted stretch of Highland Avenue, helping create a cleaner and safer public space for local residents.

Together, these efforts reflect the company's commitment to being a good neighbor and helping create cleaner, more vibrant communities where Reworld employees live and work.

For more information, visit ReworldWaste.com/Our-Commitment/Community.

About Reworld®

Reworld® is a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing innovative and environmentally responsible services to a global community. Reworld is committed to advancing zero waste initiatives and supporting sustainability goals through state-of-the-art technologies that reimagine, reduce, reuse, recycle, recover and renew. For more information, visit www.reworldwaste.com.

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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP announces that investors with losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against Innventure, Inc.

IF YOU SUFFERED A LOSS ON YOUR INNVENTURE, INC. INVESTMENTS, CLICK HERE BEFORE OCTOBER 27, 2026 (LEAD PLAINTIFF DEADLINE) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SECURITIES FRAUD LAWSUIT

What Is The Lawsuit About? 

The complaint filed in this class action alleges that between November 17, 2025 and August 13, 2026, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, as well as failed to disclose material adverse facts about the Company's business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) Accelsius' alleged transformative deal with DarkNX was unlikely to come to fruition as no evidence of DarkNX constructing or facilitating a large scale AI data center existed; (2) as a result, the Company's stated revenue and cash flow targets for Accelsius in 2026 were overstated; and (3) that, as a result of the foregoing, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.

What's The Next Step?

Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP is a leading national shareholder rights law firm, ready to assist you in potentially pursuing claims to recover your loss.

If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than October 27, 2026. Please contact us to learn more about your rights and interests by clicking here, by email ([email protected]), or by telephone at 310-201-9150 (Toll-Free: 888-773-9224).

You may retain counsel of your choice. If you bought securities during the class period, you may take no action and remain an absent class member. No class has been certified yet.

Why Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP?

GPWR is a premier law firm with decades of experience representing investors and consumers in securities litigation and other complex class action litigation. Recognizing the firm's recent successes, GPWR was named one of Law360's Securities Groups of the Year and ranked 2nd in total investor recoveries by Institutional Shareholder Services Securities Class Action Services in 2025. GPWR's lawyers have handled cases covering a wide spectrum of corporate misconduct and relating to nearly all industries and sectors. GPWR's past successes have been widely covered by leading news and industry publications such as The Wall Street Journal, The Financial Times, Bloomberg Businessweek, Reuters, the Associated Press, Barron's, Investor's Business Daily, Forbes, and Money. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

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Jonathan Pertchik, Peter Crage and Stephen J. Girsky bring travel center leadership, financial experience and public company perspective to the board.

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- LV Petroleum LLC has welcomed Jonathan "Jon" Pertchik as Chairman of the Board and Peter Crage and Stephen J. Girsky as members of its Board of Directors. Together, they bring experience leading travel centers, guiding companies through change, and building financial and organizational foundations for growth.

Pertchik, the former CEO of TravelCenters of America (TA), has known LV Petroleum's founders since the early years of the company's growth. At TA, he led a period of transformation as CEO of a publicly traded company. His familiarity with the travel center business and its leadership demands will help guide LV Petroleum as it builds on the foundation established by founders Guy Madmon and Val Amiel.

Crage, the former CFO of TA, brings decades of experience in consumer-facing businesses. At TA, he helped the company navigate a demanding period that included the pandemic and significant economic disruption. He joins the board with a focus on offering financial guidance and serving as a sounding board for LV Petroleum's management team as the company grows.

Girsky brings more than 35 years of experience as a senior executive, investor, analyst and public company director. He is Managing Partner of VectoIQ, an investment and advisory firm focused on the automotive, industrial technology and mobility sectors. His career includes serving as Vice Chairman of General Motors, where his responsibilities spanned corporate strategy, business development, product planning and global purchasing and supply chain. He will bring experience in capital allocation, governance and business transformation to LV Petroleum's board.

"Jon, Peter and Stephen each bring a perspective that will make us stronger," said Kris Roach, CEO of LV Petroleum (proposed quote pending approval). "Jon understands what it takes to lead in the travel center industry. Peter brings financial discipline and a deep understanding of the businesses that serve people on the move. Stephen has helped major companies navigate growth and change. Their combined experience will help us make thoughtful decisions as we build for the years ahead."

The three board members' backgrounds span the day-to-day realities of operating travel centers, the financial demands of a growing business, and the broader changes shaping transportation. Their appointments add experienced voices to LV Petroleum's leadership as it continues to serve travelers, professional drivers and communities across its expanding network. "My goal is to build a team known for its communication, reliability and customer-first mindset while creating safe working environments and delivering the best finished product we can provide." (quote from Kris)

About LV Petroleum:

LV Petroleum LLC is a leading developer and operator of travel centers, convenience stores, and quick-service restaurants throughout the United States. Founded in 2014 by Guy Madmon and Val Amiel, and headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, LV Petroleum operates over 90 travel center locations and 30 convenience stores. The company also operates over 30 different franchise brands, including Arby's, Bojangles, Dunkin', and Starbucks, among others, as well as TravelCenters of America (TA) locations. LV Petroleum is committed to providing exceptional services, innovative solutions, and memorable experiences for travelers and local communities alike. For more information, visit lvpetroleum.net.

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