NEW YORK, Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Disney Experiences is inviting New Yorkers to discover the magic of Disney's Lakeshore Lodge through an expansive 3D street mural in Flatiron Plaza.

WHAT: Disney's Lakeshore Lodge, the newest resort hotel coming to Walt Disney World will celebrate the beauty of nature as seen through the eyes of Disney artists and storytellers. Street artist Tracy Lee Stum has created a preview of this serene retreat through a 3D mural inspired by Daydream River, the resort's blissful lazy river. Guests can step into this eye-catching sidewalk image to capture photos and video of themselves enjoying one of the resort's relaxing signature experiences.

WHEN: Today, Oct. 2 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

WHERE: The corner of 23rd Street and 5th Avenue in Manhattan

THE ARTIST: The installation is created by acclaimed American street muralist Tracy Lee Stum, known for her colorful, interactive 3D chalk art. Stum has received numerous awards and accolades for her work around the globe, including a 2006 Guinness World Record for the largest chalk painting by an individual.

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ABOUT DISNEY'S LAKESHORE LODGE

Opening July 1, 2027, Disney's Lakeshore Lodge will be a waterfront retreat along the shores of Bay Lake, celebrating the beauty and magic of nature through the artistry of Disney storytelling. Inspired by Walt Disney's lifelong admiration for the great outdoors, the resort will draw from decades of Disney Animation stories rooted in nature, with design influences from "Bambi," "Pocahontas," "Encanto," "Brother Bear" and more.

Across 967 thoughtfully designed rooms, guests can enjoy accommodations ranging from intimate studios and spacious villas to new one- and two-bedroom waterfront Lake Houses, with natural materials, earthy color palettes and original artwork from classic Disney films set in the great outdoors. Beyond its deluxe accommodations, guests can reconnect with nature through distinct dining venues, whimsical recreational offerings and unique amenities, all just a boat ride away from Magic Kingdom Park.

Disney Vacation Club Members will have first access to reservations for Disney's Lakeshore Lodge beginning Oct. 6 by contacting Member Services at (800) 800-9800. Walt Disney World Annual Passholders will be able to book reservations beginning Oct. 7 by contacting (407) 934-7639. Reservations will open to all guests on Oct. 8 online, by calling (407) 934-7639 or through their travel agent.

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New Campaign Highlights Nutrient Density, Culinary Versatility, and "Making Every Bite Count" for Busy Lifestyles and Changing Appetites

PALM DESERT, Calif., Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The California Date Commission announces the kickoff of National California Date Month, celebrated throughout October. This year's campaign spotlights California Dates across New York's Times Square with an eye-catching dual-sided digital billboard and offers culinary inspiration to help consumers make every bite count with the launch of a nationwide "Build a Better Bite" consumer contest.

Grown in Southern California's Coachella Valley—which produces approximately 85% of all dates grown in the United States—California Dates are America's only naturally dry fresh fruit. Picked at peak ripeness, washed, sorted, and shipped fresh with zero added sugar or artificial processing, California Dates provide a nutrient-dense whole-food foundation. A 40-gram serving (about 2 jumbo Medjool dates or 6 medium-size Deglet Noor dates) delivers 3 grams of dietary fiber, six essential B vitamins, seven essential minerals (including potassium and magnesium), and antioxidant polyphenols.

Key Campaign Highlights for October:

- High-Visibility Times Square Takeover: Following a high-profile summer campaign featuring tennis legend and California Dates Sports Nutrition Ambassador Michael Chang, the Commission returns to Times Square throughout October with a bold, two-sided digital billboard. The new creative spotlights California origin on the left ("The Best Dates Are Still From California") and everyday flavor on the right ("Naturally Sweet, Crazy Delicious").

- "Making Every Bite Count" in an Era of Smaller Portions: Whether driven by fast-paced lifestyles, reduced appetite associated with GLP-1 therapies, efforts to manage blood glucose, or improving diet quality, many Americans are eating less food—making nutrient density and mealtime satisfaction more critical than ever. In collaboration with emergency physician, chef, and culinary medicine expert Dr. Sonali Ruder (The Foodie Physician), the Commission is introducing the "Power Date Bite" framework. By pairing fresh California Dates (low glycemic index of 42 per 100 grams) with lean proteins, healthy fats, and tasty, nutritious toppings, consumers can easily turn small portions into satisfying, nutrient-dense power bites. For more information about Making Every Bite Count in the GLP-1 Era & Beyond, visit CaliforniaDates.com/GLP-1-nutrition

- "Build a Better Bite" National Consumer Contest: Inviting home cooks, wellness enthusiasts, and food lovers to get creative in the kitchen, the Commission is launching a nationwide consumer recipe contest throughout October and November. Contestants are challenged to craft and submit two original creations: one sweet and one savory Power Date Bite, utilizing California Medjool Dates as the nutrient-dense, fiber-rich whole-fruit base paired with lean proteins, healthy fats, and tasty, nutritious toppings. Full contest details, entry guidelines, and prize announcements are available at woobox.com/chk36f.

- Healthy, Diabetes-Friendly Recipes: To support balanced eating, the Commission is offering a free digital recipe book filled with diabetes-friendly dishes—from savory recipes such as California Dates and Harissa Salmon or California Date, Pear, & Mozzarella Pizza, to sweet, satisfying desserts and snacks such as California Date Truffles and California Date & Avocado Pudding—demonstrating how whole California dates can naturally fit into everyday meal and snack planning. The California Dates Sweet & Savory Digital Recipe Book is available for download at californiadates.com/national-california-date-month/. All recipes in this collection were created for California Dates by Registered Dietitians or by Dr. Sonali Ruder (The Foodie Physician), and were approved by the American Diabetes Association® Diabetes Food Hub.

"Whether you are fueling an active lifestyle or simply looking to pack more wholesome nutrition into smaller meals and snacks, California Dates deliver natural sweetness with real substance," said Kristy Kneiding, Executive Director, California Date Commission. "We are excited to celebrate National California Date Month and bring that inspiration directly to consumers, healthcare and nutrition professionals, chefs, foodservice professionals, and produce aisles nationwide."

To learn more about California Dates and National California Date Month, visit CaliforniaDates.com and follow @DatesAreGreat on Instagram and Facebook.

About the California Date Commission

The California Date Commission represents growers and handlers producing California-grown dates across the Coachella Valley and surrounding region. Dedicated to agricultural excellence, nutrition education, and culinary innovation, the Commission supports consumer health through American-grown whole produce.

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Heartland Dental Welcomes Foundation Dental Partners into Its Supported Network

Key transaction by Heartland Dental and its supported practices expands opportunities for supported doctors, teams and practices while strengthening Heartland Dental's supported footprint throughout the Southeast

EFFINGHAM, Ill., Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Heartland Dental, the nation's largest dental support organization (DSO), today announced the closing of its key transaction with Foundation Dental Partners, a doctor-focused dental support organization with 33 supported practices across Georgia, Tennessee, South Carolina, and Kentucky. The affiliation brings together two organizations united by a shared commitment to clinical autonomy, supporting exceptional patient care and experiences while helping create opportunities for doctors and teams to thrive.

The transaction builds on Heartland Dental's decades-long approach to increase our nation's access to oral healthcare via its DeNovo and Affiliation models. Over the past 13 months, Heartland Dental welcomed Smile Design Dentistry and its 60 supported practices, as well as Inspire Dental Group and nearly two-dozen solo practices. Further, the company's De Novo program has collaborated to open 51 offices in 2026 with a goal of 68 by year-end.

Foundation Dental Partners has built a reputation for supporting doctors through a philosophy centered on clinical excellence, collaboration and professional growth. Like Heartland Dental, Foundation is committed to a doctor-led culture and support model that empowers supported doctors and their teams to focus on patient care.

"Foundation Dental Partners has established an exceptional network of high-quality supported doctors and practices with a strong reputation for providing world-class dental experiences throughout the Southeast," shared Pat Bauer, President and CEO of Heartland Dental. "Foundation is a great example of the type of organization we seek to affiliate with, one that shares our doctor-led culture and philosophy, commitment to supporting clinical excellence and dedication to helping doctors grow their careers. By combining Foundation's talented doctors and teams with Heartland Dental's world-class support model, we can create even greater opportunities to support doctor success as they deliver exceptional patient care."

Together, Foundation Dental Partners and Heartland Dental will create new opportunities for doctors and teams, including access to the industry's most comprehensive clinical, professional, and leadership development programs through Heartland Dental University, along with support services spanning operations, marketing, technology, payor relations, human resources, procurement and more. A key principle guiding the affiliation is business continuity and helping to ensure patients continue to receive the exceptional patient experiences from the doctors, hygienists and team members they know and trust.

"Since our founding, we have focused on supporting doctors, investing in people and building a culture where teams can grow and succeed," said Adam Ditto, Foundation Dental Partners CEO. "Heartland Dental shares those same values. This affiliation provides exciting opportunities for our doctors and teams while preserving the relationships, culture and commitment to patient care that have defined Foundation Dental Partners."

In addition to expanded professional development and non-clinical support, Foundation Dental Partners supported practices will gain access to the technology and innovations Heartland Dental continues to invest in to help supported doctors elevate patient care, including artificial intelligence powered by VideaAI, digital scanning and aligner technologies, and access to world-class supplies and laboratory partnerships. Together, these resources help supported doctors and teams continue growing, delivering exceptional patient care and advancing their professional goals.

"This accelerating growth reflects the strong response from supported doctors to Heartland Dental's breadth of support, and we look forward to building on that momentum," said Mark Greenstein, EVP & Chief Growth Officer. Foundation doctors and their teams will gain access to Heartland Dental's world-class training, advanced technologies, expanded support services and dedicated teams focused on helping them achieve their clinical and personal goals.

The affiliation with Foundation Dental Partners reflects Heartland Dental's continued commitment to affiliating with exceptional doctors that share its core values. As Heartland Dental continues to grow, the company remains focused on identifying opportunities to bring its support model to more high-quality practices across the nation.

Ropes & Gray LLP acted as legal advisor to Heartland Dental in the transaction.

Truist Securities served as lead financial advisor and DLA Piper LLP served as legal counsel to Foundation Dental Partners.

About Heartland Dental

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services. What started from the entrepreneurial spirit of Rick Workman, DMD, with his single dental practice, has evolved into affiliating with over 3,200 doctors in over 1,960 locations across 39 states and the District of Columbia. The company is majority owned by KKR, a leading global investment firm. For additional information, please visit heartland.com.

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Wellness brand continues its commitment to providing help and inspiring hope through early detection, education, and support services, having raised over $34,000 to date.

PALMETTO, Fla., Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sunmed, a leading innovator in plant-based wellness products, announced its fourth annual October campaign in partnership with National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.® (NBCF). Grounded in NBCF's core mission of "Helping Women Now," the initiative is dedicated to providing help and inspiring hope to those affected by breast cancer through early detection, education, and support services.

Since launching the annual partnership, Sunmed and its community have raised more than $34,000 to support NBCF's efforts. Building on this momentum, Sunmed is bringing together its nationwide e-commerce platform and local retail network to make a meaningful impact throughout Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

For the entire month of October, Sunmed will donate 1% of all online sales directly to NBCF. Additionally, locally owned Your CBD Store locations across the country will actively participate in fundraising efforts during special "Wellness Kit Weekends," giving local communities an opportunity to support the cause directly.

"Aligning with NBCF's mission of 'Helping Women Now' for our fourth annual partnership reinforces our core commitment to health, hope, and community care," said Chad Paydo Co-CEO at Sunmed. "We are immensely proud of our customers and local store owners who have helped us donate over $34,000 so far, and we look forward to deepening that impact this October."

Funds raised through this campaign directly enable NBCF to deliver life-saving programs, including free mammograms, patient navigation assistance, and comprehensive breast health educational materials to individuals and underserved communities nationwide.

Supporters wishing to contribute directly to NBCF can make a donation through the campaign page at nbcf.org/sunmed.

Contact

Patrick Shatzer

Sunmed | Your CBD Store

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About Sunmed™ | Your CBD Store®

Sunmed | Your CBD Store, an affiliate of Sunflora, Inc., is the largest hemp retailer in the United States and the exclusive home of award-winning, hemp-derived Sunmed products. With 180+ nationwide locations across 42 states, the brand offers a premium in-store customer experience with access to 100+ nonpharmaceutical wellness formulas, including clinically proven sleep gummies, pain relief topicals, USDA-organic oil tinctures, and CBD for pets. Through in-store education, community involvement, and groundbreaking clinical research, Sunmed strives to empower modern wellness and enhance people's lives with natural science-backed products. Learn more at getsunmed.com

About National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.®

Recognized as one of the leading breast cancer organizations in the world, National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) is Helping Women Now® by providing early detection, education, and support services to those affected by breast cancer. A recipient of Charity Navigator's highest 4-star rating for 20 years, NBCF provides support through their National Mammography Program, Patient Navigation, breast health education, and patient support programs. All related graphics, logos, and service names are trademarks or registered trademarks of National Breast Cancer Foundation. For more information, please visit nationalbreastcancer.org.

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WILMINGTON, Del., Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Alfred I. duPont Charitable Trust, The Nemours Foundation, and the Delaware Attorney General's Office today announced a landmark agreement among the Trust, the State of Delaware, the State of Florida, and The Nemours Foundation, committing $950 million over 11 years to promote the health and well-being of Delaware's children for generations to come.

The agreement establishes the Alfred I. duPont Charitable Fund for Delaware's Children, a new grantmaking arm that will fund nonprofit programs focused on children's health and well-being in Delaware.

"This collaboration directly delivers on Mr. duPont's vision," said Thomas G. Kuntz, Chairman of the Alfred I. duPont Charitable Trust. "Children's health is our founder's enduring legacy, and we remain committed to advancing that mission. By creating this new fund, we're continuing to invest in what matters most: a future where all of Delaware's children can achieve and thrive."

The Alfred I. duPont Charitable Trust is one of the nation's largest philanthropic supporters of children's health. Since 1980, it has distributed more than $5 billion to The Nemours Foundation, in support of Alfred I. duPont's vision of healthier lives for children. Those investments have provided generations of Delaware's Children with access to high-quality pediatric care, advanced innovation, and supported Nemours' growth into one of the nation's largest pediatric health systems. For more than 90 years, Nemours has cared for Delaware's children, providing a comprehensive range of pediatric services, from primary and preventive care to the most advanced specialty, surgical, and life-saving treatments.

"Alfred I. duPont was the greatest philanthropist in the history of our state, and his dying wish was a bequest to Delaware's kids," said Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings. "Our office has worked for roughly 50 years, through seven attorneys general, in two states, to fulfill that dream. His vision has already delivered the region's gold standard for children's healthcare; this collaboration dramatically expands his impact on Delaware. This resolution between the parties represents a watershed moment for the future of every child in our state."

"This agreement reflects the enduring power of the vision Alfred I. duPont set in motion nearly a century ago. Delaware holds a special place in that story," said R. Lawrence Moss, M.D., FACS, FAAP, President and CEO of Nemours Children's Health. "We are proud and grateful that the vision born in Delaware continues to flourish here, inspiring new possibilities and helping build a healthier future for children and families for generations."

The establishment of the Alfred I. duPont Charitable Fund for Delaware's Children marks a new chapter of cooperation between the Trust, the State of Delaware, and Nemours and a shared commitment to improving outcomes for Delaware's children.

The fund will be governed by a committee of directors, including three committee directors appointed by the Trust and one committee director appointed by the Governor of Delaware. Grantmaking activities will continue beyond the $950 million, 11-year funding commitment and will include distributions of at least $237.5 million to Nemours' Delaware initiatives, ensuring a continued connection to its roots.

About the Alfred I. duPont Charitable Trust. Established in 1935 from the estate of industrialist and philanthropist Alfred I. duPont, the Trust's mission is to alleviate human suffering. As stewards of Mr. duPont's will and his vision for healthier lives for children, the Trustees preserve the Nemours Estate and provide resources to its sole qualified beneficiary, The Nemours Foundation, which operates Nemours Children's Health. Aspiring to be the most impactful charitable organization focused on children's health, the Trust has grown into one of the nation's largest charitable foundations, enabling Nemours Children's Health to become a global leader in pediatric care.

The Nemours Foundation is one of the nation's largest multistate pediatric health systems, which includes two free-standing children's hospitals and a network of more than 80 primary, specialty, and urgent care practices. Nemours seeks to transform the health of children by adopting a holistic health model that utilizes innovative, safe, and high-quality care while also caring for the health of the whole child beyond medicine. Nemours also supports research, education, advocacy and prevention programs to the children, families and communities it serves. For more information, visit Nemours.org.

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Marketing & Communications

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Program has provided nearly $120,000 in grants since 2011

LEXINGTON, Ky., Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- To reaffirm its longstanding support for local fire departments, Kentucky American Water today announced it is accepting applications for its 15th annual Firefighting Support Grant Program.

"Kentucky American Water is proud to support the brave firefighters who work every day to protect our communities," said Rob Burton, president of Kentucky American Water. "Through our Firefighting Support Grant Program, we help provide critical resources and training that enable fire departments to strengthen their capabilities and continue their life-saving work."

Since 2011, Kentucky American Water has awarded $119,500 through its Firefighting Support Grant Program to professional and volunteer fire departments throughout its service area.

Firefighting organizations serving the company's 16-county service area (Bell, Bourbon, Clark, Fayette, Franklin, Gallatin, Grant, Harrison, Hickman, Jackson, Jessamine, Nicholas, Owen, Rockcastle, Scott and Woodford counties) are eligible to apply. Program details and applications are available on Kentucky American Water's website at Firefighting Support Grant Program. Applications must be submitted by Oct. 23, 2026.

About American Water

American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 19 military installations. American Water's approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.

For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.

About Kentucky American Water  

Kentucky American Water, a subsidiary of American Water with approximately 150 dedicated employees, provides safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 550,000 people.

For more information, visit Kentucky American Water's website and join Kentucky American Water on Facebook,X and Instagram.

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Limited-time cream puffs, exclusive collectibles, in-game rewards and in-store fan experiences arrive October 9

CERRITOS, Calif., Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- NEOWIZ and Beard Papa's are teaming up for a limited-time BrownDust2 collaboration launching October 9, 2026, at participating Beard Papa's locations across the United States.

After celebrating its third anniversary in June, BrownDust2 continues the momentum with this Halloween-themed collaboration featuring character-inspired cream puffs, exclusive collectibles, in-game rewards and special in-person fan events featuring Wilhelmina and Zenith. The promotion runs through November 9, 2026.

At the center of the collaboration are two limited-time creations inspired by two of BrownDust2's all-time fan-favorite characters, Zenith and Wilhelmina. The Zenith Puff features seasonal pumpkin spice custard in a cinnamon topped eclair, while the Wilhelmina Puff combines vanilla custard, white chocolate and vanilla Oreo™ cookie crumble eclair.

Free Gifts with Limited Edition 6-pack Combo Set

Fans can also purchase a special BrownDust2 6-Pack Combo Gift Set, one each limited-time cream puff, one Chocolate Puff, one Cookies & Cream Puff and two Original Cream Puffs. Each set also comes with limited-edition BrownDust2 collectibles featuring Wilhelmina and Zenith, including acrylic character standees, character can badges, sticker sheet, as well as an exclusive in-game reward code, while supplies last.

"BrownDust2 has an incredibly passionate fan community, and we wanted this collaboration to feel like much more than simply putting characters on a cream puff," said Mark Nathan, Marketing Director for Beard Papa's USA. "From the character-inspired flavors and collectibles to the Halloween events, we're creating something fans can experience, photograph, collect and enjoy together."

"We've been looking for more ways for our North American fans to enjoy BrownDust2 beyond the game screen, and this partnership with Beard Papa's is a natural extension of those efforts," said KyungChul Han, Head of BrownDust2 Business at NEOWIZ. "We're thrilled to see Wilhelmina and Zenith step into the real world this Halloween."

Free BrownDust2 Code Card With Every Purchase

Throughout the promotion, every purchase at participating Beard Papa's locations will receive a free BrownDust2 in-game reward code card, while supplies last. Each card contains a unique code redeemable for in-game rewards.

Halloween Meet & Treat Fan Events and Online Sweepstakes

Two special BrownDust2 Halloween Meet & Treat events will give fans the opportunity to meet cosplay talent portraying Wilhelmina and Zenith, take photos with them, and participate in the Spin the Wheel event for a chance to receive limited-edition BrownDust2 × Beard Papa's collaboration merchandise.

Los Angeles: Beard Papa's Little Tokyo, October 17 Katy, Texas: Beard Papa's Katy Asiantown, October 24 Both events run 12–5 PM local time.

Fans nationwide can also enter a BrownDust2 × Beard Papa's sweepstakes, with ten winners receiving special BrownDust2 themed prize packs.

The collaboration runs October 9–November 9, 2026. For participating locations, event details and sweepstakes information, visit BeardPapas.com/browndust2

About BrownDust2

Developed by GAMFS N and published by NEOWIZ, BrownDust2 is a free-to-play adventure RPG featuring strategic turn-based gameplay, high-quality illustrations, charming character collection and epic adventures.

BrownDust2 is available on Android, iOS, and PC. Learn more at browndust2.com/en

About Beard Papa's

Founded in Osaka, Japan in 1999, Beard Papa's is known worldwide for its freshly baked cream puffs filled to order with signature custard creams. Learn more at beardpapas.com

Media Contact: Mark Nathan, Marketing Director Beard Papa's USA [email protected] 310-935-5818

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CARROLLTON, Ga., Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwire has officially broken ground on the construction of the company's newest expansion in Starkville, Miss.

On Thursday, October 1, members of the Southwire and Starkville communities joined to celebrate and break ground on the new facility.

The Starkville expansion project, which will add approximately 380,000 square feet to the location's footprint and represents a corporate investment of more than $256 million, is expected to create approximately 130 new jobs and reinforces the company's commitment to its team members, customers and communities.

"This groundbreaking is an exciting milestone for Southwire and for our Starkville team," said Veronica Braker, EVP, Operations. "As we continue investing in our operations, this expansion reflects our commitment to creating a safer, more efficient and more innovative environment for our team members while strengthening our ability to serve customers across our markets. Starkville has played an important role in Southwire's manufacturing story, and we are proud to build on that foundation for the future."

The expansion and upgrades at the Starkville Plant will enhance the experience for Southwire's team members by supporting a safer, more efficient work environment, strengthening its focus on quality and better positioning the company to serve its customers, communities and stakeholders for years to come.

"For our Starkville team, this project represents more than added space; it represents opportunity," said Erik Adams, Starkville Plant Manager. "The expansion will help us enhance the way we work, support continued growth and create new career opportunities for current and future team members. We are grateful for the dedication of our team and excited for what this investment means for the plant, our customers and the Starkville community."

Construction on the Starkville expansion is expected to begin in late 2026 with full capacity anticipated to come online in 2028.

Read more about the Starkville Expansion project here.

For more Southwire news, visit www.southwire.com/newsroom.

About Southwire

Southwire Company, LLC is North America's leading wire and cable company. The $9.7B organization is made up of more than 9,000 team members across the globe who unite as ONE Southwire each and every day to serve each other, their customers and their communities. Southwire and its subsidiaries provide solutions including building wire and cable, metal-clad cable, utility products, portable and electronic cord products and OEM wire products. In addition, Southwire offers electrical products, engineered solutions and a variety of field support services. For more on Southwire's products and solutions, its community involvement and its vision of sustainability, visit www.southwire.com. 

© 2026 Southwire Company, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Contact: Ashley Bush

Director, Communications

Phone: (678) 684-7634

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CEO/CTO Dr. Ali Fard will discuss RF front-end advancements on Oct. 8

ZÜRICH, Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- QuantalRF, the pioneering developer of RF semiconductor and antenna solutions, today announced that CEO/CTO Dr. Ali Fard will speak at Wi-Fi World Congress Europe 2026. Hosted by Wi-Fi NOW, the free, three-day virtual event runs Oct. 6–8 and brings together the European wireless industry to discuss the future of intelligent connectivity. Other speakers include MediaTek, Silicon Labs, NXP, Intel, Cisco, HPE and the Wi-Fi Alliance.

Dr. Fard will present "Enabling Future Wireless with Innovations in RF" on Thursday, Oct. 8, from 17:45 to 18:05 CEST. The final day of the event focuses on the wireless technologies that will define the next decade. In his session, Dr. Fard will explain why RF front-end technology has not kept pace with advances in Wi-Fi standards and how CMOS SOI intelligent, adaptive architectures can improve power efficiency and range while lowering cost for next-generation Wi-Fi access points, mobile devices and edge AI.

"Future wireless systems—from Wi-Fi 8 to satcom and edge AI devices—will demand far more from hardware, especially RF," said Dr. Fard. "At QuantalRF, we've redesigned the RF front end from the ground up to deliver better efficiency and integration on mature silicon processes. I look forward to sharing how these innovations can help the wireless industry close the gap between what Wi-Fi standards promise and what RF hardware can deliver."

To attend this virtual event, register here.

About QuantalRF AG

QuantalRF is transforming the RF signal chain for wireless communications to deliver an unmatched user experience. Its ultra-compact, highly configurable front-end ICs and extremely efficient antennas substantially improve area, cost, power, and overall performance. Headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland, with R&D centers in the USA and Sweden, QuantalRF has an extensive portfolio of over 225 patents. For more information, visit www.quantalRF.com.

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This announcement contains forward-looking statements that reflect our current expectations and projections about future events. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause our actual results to differ materially. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statements. A non-exclusive list of risk factors may be found on our website at www.quantalRF.com/forward-looking-statement.

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Zettabyte Donates AI Computing and Advanced AI Software to National Sun Yat-sen University to Mobilise Taiwan's AI Talents

The zSUITE platform for teaching, research and computing resource management at National Sun Yat-sen University

KAOHSIUNG CITY, Taiwan, Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Zettabyte Co., Ltd. ("Zettabyte"), a global AI computing company, today announced an AI computing and AI software donation to National Sun Yat-sen University ("NSYSU"), a national research university in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. The two parties signed the donation agreement at the university. The donation gives faculty and students across the university access to the zSUITE platform for AI computing resources.

zSUITE manages and monitors compute clusters, giving administrators a single view of system operation and how compute resources are allocated across the university. Faculty, students and research teams spend their time on teaching, research and experiments rather than on keeping machines running.

NSYSU has 10 colleges, spanning the humanities, science and engineering, management, marine sciences, social sciences, medicine, semiconductors and international finance. The university established its Artificial Intelligence Research and Industry Promotion Center in 2019 and has continued to advance AI teaching, research and industry-academia cooperation since. As AI research and applications have developed, colleges and departments across the campus have progressively built GPU computing capacity of their own, supporting course teaching, student projects and funded research programmes.

Independent industry analysis puts the training compute of representative AI models in recent years at roughly double every 6 months. Compute has become a matter of national competition, and Taiwan has set a goal of ranking among the world's top 5 computing centres. The government is advancing the New Ten Major AI Infrastructure Projects to that end.

Universities carry a large part of that work. They educate the engineers who will build and operate the country's infrastructure, and they house a growing share of its research systems. Through the donation, students work with cluster management tools in a real computing environment before they graduate, and leave with practical experience of the systems industry runs.

"The AI technology leaders of tomorrow are in Taiwan's frontier university AI labs today," said Kenneth Tai, Founder and Chairman of Zettabyte. "Giving cutting-edge professional AI tools and AI computing to universities, professors, researchers and students is the most impactful contribution we can make."

"This AI computing and AI software donation will aid in Taiwan's technical advancement, its frontier science discoveries and ultimately help nurture the development of a robust AI talent pool," said Rocky Lee, Director of Zettabyte and the principal architect of the AI computing donation programme.

Chih-Wen Kuo, Senior Vice President of NSYSU, said the university will continue integrating its internal AI and HPC resources and deepening technical exchanges and talent-development partnerships with industry to provide a more robust computing environment for teaching and research. The university will also encourage researchers across disciplines to leverage AI and HPC for research and innovative applications, thereby cultivating more AI and HPC talent for Taiwan.

"The development of AI needs not only algorithms and applications but also a stable and reliable computing environment," said Chun-Wei Tsai, Associate Vice President of the Library and Information Services and Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering of NSYSU. "This collaboration will help faculty and students across disciplines make better use of computing resources, and cultivate talent with both theory and practice."

About Zettabyte

Zettabyte Co., Ltd. is a global innovator in AI data centre infrastructure and full-stack GPU software solutions, delivering high-performance, green AI computing to sovereigns and enterprises worldwide. Its zWARE software integrates the AI computing infrastructure stack, combining proprietary hardware, advanced liquid cooling and sovereign AI infrastructure with an emphasis on cybersecurity and efficiency. www.zettabyte.com

About NSYSU

National Sun Yat-sen University is a national research university established in Kaohsiung in 1980. From its campus at Sizihwan, beside Kaohsiung Harbour, the university spans ten colleges covering the humanities, science and engineering, management, marine sciences, social sciences, medicine, semiconductors and international finance, with recognised strength in marine science and a growing base in AI. It established its Artificial Intelligence Research and Industry Promotion Center in 2019. www.nsysu.edu.tw

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