Acquisition of longtime Oregon aviation company adds FAA-certified avionics capabilities and establishes a strategic airport presence for Becklin Holdings' growing aerospace and defense portfolio

GRANTS PASS, Ore., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Becklin Holdings today announced the expansion of its aviation and aerospace capabilities through the acquisition of Chief Avionics, an established provider of avionics products and services based at the Grants Pass Airport (3S8) in Southern Oregon. The transaction advances the company's strategy of building an integrated portfolio of specialized businesses serving the aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing sectors.

Chief Avionics will retain its name and continue operating from its Grants Pass Airport location, providing avionics installation, upgrades, and service—as well as over-the-counter product sales—to aircraft owners and operators across the general aviation market. The company specializes in navigation, communications, and other advanced aircraft electronic systems.

Central to Chief Avionics' capabilities is its status as an FAA-certified repair station, authorizing the company to perform specialized maintenance and alterations on aircraft and aviation equipment in accordance with federal requirements. The certification represents an important addition to Becklin Holdings' growing aviation and aerospace platform.

Chief Avionics was founded by longtime aviation entrepreneur Dana Blix, who previously established Chief Aircraft as a catalog-based supplier of aircraft parts and accessories before expanding into avionics installation and related services. Blix later sold Chief Aircraft but retained Chief Avionics, building the company into a trusted avionics provider with a loyal customer base throughout the region.

"Mr. Blix has built an extraordinary reputation in the industry, and I have admired the way he approaches his business for years," said Sterling Becklin, Founder and Chairman of Becklin Holdings. "Chief Avionics is a legacy brand, and we have no intention of changing what has made it successful. I am incredibly proud to have the opportunity to carry Mr. Blix's legacy forward while giving Becklin Holdings a true aviation presence."

Becklin Holdings plans to build on Chief Avionics' existing operations while investing in new opportunities, including expanding its custom avionics panel and upgrade business to include pre-assembled panels that can be configured, built, and shipped ready for installation. The acquisition also enhances Becklin Holdings' custom sheet metal fabrication capabilities, strengthening support for both its portfolio companies and OEM partners. The Company also plans to strengthen Chief Avionics' digital and e-commerce capabilities, giving customers greater access to avionics and related products from leading industry manufacturers.

"I have known Sterling and the Becklin family for many years, and it was important to me that Chief Avionics move forward with an owner who respects what we have built and understands the aviation community we serve," said Blix. "I am proud of Chief Avionics' legacy, and I believe Becklin Holdings has the resources, capabilities, and long-term commitment to build on that foundation while preserving the standards our customers have come to expect."

Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

About Becklin Holdings

Becklin Holdings is a privately held portfolio of companies focused on advanced manufacturing, aerospace, defense, and related industries. Its portfolio includes, among other companies, ECS Composites, a designer and manufacturer of advanced composite solutions and ruggedized protective systems; Stubborn Mule Manufacturing, a precision metal manufacturing company; Nail Spring Ranch, a private conference and event destination in Oregon; and Chief Avionics, an FAA-certified avionics repair station and aviation services company in Grants Pass, Oregon. Led by Founder and Chairman Sterling Becklin, Becklin Holdings invests in businesses with specialized capabilities, strong reputations, and opportunities for long-term growth and collaboration across its portfolio.

About Chief Avionics

Chief Avionics is an FAA-certified repair station located at the Grants Pass Airport (3S8) in Grants Pass, Oregon. The company specializes in aircraft avionics sales, installation, upgrades, and service, providing customers with navigation, communications, and other advanced electronic systems for a broad range of aircraft. Built on a decades-long tradition of aviation expertise, craftsmanship, and customer service, Chief Avionics serves aircraft owners and operators while providing both installed avionics solutions and over-the-counter product sales.

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The trailblazing leader will celebrate the U.S. arrival of the vacation brand's newest Icon Class vacation this November during a Veterans Day naming ceremony in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

MIAMI, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ahead of the boldest family vacation's arrival to Fort Lauderdale, Royal Caribbean has named retired U.S. Air Force Gen. Lori J. Robinson as the official godmother of Legend of the Seas. A pioneering leader, role model for women in service, and dedicated advocate for individuals and families balancing their careers and homes, Gen. Robinson has spent her career breaking barriers as the nation's first female combatant commander and former leader of NORAD and NORTHCOM, inspiring generations through her example. As godmother, she will join a longstanding maritime tradition of bestowing safekeeping upon the ship, its crew and the millions of vacationers who will make memories on Legend for years to come.

Following its debut summer in Europe, Legend of the Seas will arrive in Fort Lauderdale this November, where Royal Caribbean will officially welcome the ship to the U.S. during a Veterans Day naming ceremony with Gen. Robinson, the vacation brand's leaders, crew and vacationers. The celebration on Nov. 11 will mark the ship's next chapter of delivering the world's best family vacation while recognizing Gen. Robinson's groundbreaking leadership and the service of veterans, active-duty service members and military families.

"I am deeply honored to be named godmother of Legend of the Seas and take part in such a special tradition for Royal Caribbean alongside my family," said Gen. Lori J. Robinson, godmother of Legend of the Seas. "Throughout my career, I have seen the importance of bringing people together in pursuit of a shared purpose, and Legend creates those same connections for families and loved ones. Having the ship's naming ceremony on Veterans Day makes this especially meaningful to me, and I look forward to recognizing the generations of men and women who have served."

Built for every type of family and adventurer, Legend delivers the ultimate family vacation with a lineup of unrivaled experiences across thrills, relaxation, dining and entertainment. Vacationers of all ages can experience the most dining at sea with 28 options, including the immersive Royal Railway – Legend Station and multi-course Hollywoodland Supper Club; seven pools; thrills like Crown's Edge – part skywalk, part zip line 154 feet above the ocean – unparalleled entertainment, including America's Got Talent LIVE on Legend of the Seas and Roald Dahl's "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," and more.

"Gen. Lori J. Robinson embodies courage, determination and a spirit of service that make her a legend in her own right and a remarkable godmother for Legend of the Seas," said Michael Bayley, president and CEO, Royal Caribbean. "We are honored to celebrate her incredible legacy as a 37-year Air Force commander who has defied all limits, along with the countless stories of military service across our Royal Caribbean family, from the crew who create unforgettable vacations to the guests who sail with us from around the world."

From Fort Lauderdale, Legend will deliver 6-night Western Caribbean getaways and 8-night Southern Caribbean vacations to the beaches of Oranjestad, Aruba, and Willemstad, Curacao. Plus, every vacation on Legend will visit Royal Caribbean's top-rated Perfect Day CocoCay in The Bahamas, featuring crystal-clear waters and white sand beaches, a thrilling waterpark, pools, swim-up bars and more.

Vacations on Legend are open to book on Royal Caribbean's website.

About Royal Caribbean

Royal Caribbean, part of Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL), has delivered memorable vacations for more than 50 years. The cruise line's game-changing ships and signature destinations revolutionize vacations with industry-leading innovations and an all-encompassing combination of experiences, from thrills and ways to chill, to dining and entertainment, for every type of family and vacationer. Voted "Best Cruise Line Overall" for 23 consecutive years in the Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards, Royal Caribbean makes memories with adventurers across more than 300 destinations in 80 countries on all seven continents, including Perfect Day CocoCay in The Bahamas and Royal Beach Clubs in Paradise Island and Santorini, plus Royal Beach Club Lelepa coming soon.

Media can stay up to date by following @RoyalCaribPR on X and visit www.RoyalCaribbeanPressCenter.com. For additional information or to book, vacationers can visit www.RoyalCaribbean.com, call (800) ROYAL-CARIBBEAN or contact their travel advisor.

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ChatOn Introduces Fact-Checking Feature to Help Users Verify News and AI Responses

ChatOn has released an advanced fact-checking feature designed to help users identify misleading information and AI hallucinations.

MIAMI, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ChatOn, one of the most popular AI chatbots with 100 million downloads, has released a feature that allows users to quickly verify information and news stories. The feature detects false or misleading claims by comparing them against reliable sources and highlighting where the evidence doesn't add up. ChatOn's fact checker is especially effective at flagging fabricated statistics, misattributed quotes, and manipulated stories.

To fact-check, users simply paste in a claim, article snippet, or AI-generated text, and ChatOn returns a clear verdict along with supporting sources and context. To do this, it compares multiple sources, assesses their reliability, and provides users with the reasoning behind its decision.

"In an age of information overload, knowing what's real and what isn't matters more than ever. Acting on false information can lead to poor decisions that have real consequences—at work, in your studies, or in your everyday life. That's why we developed a feature to help our users verify information," explains Artsiom Turavets, Lead Product Manager at ChatOn.

The demand for a fact-checking feature was identified in a previous ChatOn survey on the use of AI chatbots. The study showed that 39% of Americans verify AI-generated information using Google or other sources. In addition, 36% of Americans encounter outdated information, and 19% encounter made-up sources or references.

ChatOn's fact checker is designed for anyone who scrolls through news and social media and tries to separate genuine facts from opinions, rumors, and outright disinformation. At the same time, some groups of users, such as journalists, researchers, and content creators, will find ChatOn to be a real game-changer—saving them hours of slogging through multiple sources.

ChatOn's fact checker is available on the web and will soon be available on iOS and Android.

ChatOn is an all-in-one AI toolbox for everyday tasks, helping people write, research, plan, organize, and think through decisions faster and more efficiently. The app provides instant access to popular LLMs and lets users manage tasks in ways that single-model apps can't handle. The app prioritizes AI accessibility for users with varying levels of AI literacy, from beginners to experienced users.

The ChatOn app was developed by AIBY.

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Prescribed fuel plans only deliver value if the driver can follow them without fighting the rest of the day's events. By helping to optimize parking, scale management, washout services, and bridge clearances; your fleet no longer has to rely on information that lives in secondary sources, requires a phone call or depends on your driver's memory. NavGuru now includes it inside the same navigation system your fleet is already using for routing and fuel stops.

What is new for the driver

- Places on the road ahead: About 243,000 truck places and restrictions built in-house from official and public sources, including more than 200,000 low bridges and posted weight, length, width and hazmat restrictions, 22,500 truck parking and rest sites, weigh stations, CAT scales, repair shops and 938 washes with wash types and certifications. Shown along the corridor of the route being driven, with distance ahead, distance off route and which side of the road, not as a pile of nearby pins. Restrictions are checked against this truck's own height, weight and length.

- Live truck parking: Where a state publishes counts, parking shows spaces free, the trend and a plain read: likely a spot, filling up, full. If the driver's own planned stop drops to a handful of spaces, NavGuru says so once and offers the next option.

- Live road conditions: Work zones, closures, posted bridge limits, chain control and weather for the exact route, from state and provincial feeds across the US and Canada, refreshed on every reroute.

- Fleet zone alerts: Staged, speed-aware warnings for zones the fleet draws itself: no-truck routes, hazmat restrictions, high-rollover ramps, steep grades, cargo-theft areas, yards and customer sites. The dispatcher's own message is delivered word for word. Directions always come first.

- One tap to add a stop: Add a truck stop, a wash or a parking lot from the map and the route, tolls and fuel plan update together. The office sees the added stop the moment it happens.

What was already there, and what dispatch gets now

Your data drives the decision: FuelGuru® prescribes both the stops and the number of gallons from your fleet's fuel file. That information seamlessly integrates to NavGuru and includes your fleet's fuel file and negotiated prices from your fuel card provider (including which stops are approved, which stops are blocked, the reserve it wants in the tank. Where the fleet's card program supports it, the purchase is locked to the prescribed stop. Drivers see the prescribed stop marked on the route next to the truck-fuel places ahead, so an unplanned stop is a choice made in the open, not a surprise on the fuel bill.

Dispatch keeps control of that plan while the truck is moving. The office can push a new route to the cab mid-trip, add a stop, or mark a fuel stop unavailable. When a stop is marked unavailable, every route that used it gets the next best fuel stop automatically, on the same negotiated prices and rules, without a dispatcher re-sending each load. If the driver misses a stop or leaves the route, NavGuru reroutes from where the truck is and the fuel plan is recomputed for the new route.

"Too often, compliance is binary: you either followed the plan or you didn't. But trucking doesn't operate in a perfect world. MapUp and NavGuru recognize that," said Drew Farwell, Chief Operating Officer of Midwest Carriers. "When the original plan stops working, they immediately give us the next best option, allowing our fleet to adapt and overcome in real time rather than simply measuring failure after it has happened."

On the dashboard, dispatch sees the same places along the route the driver sees, plus the planned route against the path driven, every reroute, every zone crossing, on-route percentage, fuel level and speed. When the trip closes, route adherence, excess miles and the estimated cost of each deviation are scored from the GPS track against the approved route. Dispatch changes and safety reroutes are attributed to the system, never the driver. Every trip links back to the order it belongs to, whether it was dispatched from the office or started from the truck's own in-cab system.

What it is worth to a fleet

- Fuel compliance: At one dedicated carrier running more than 2,500 trucks, fuel-prescription compliance moved from 74% to above 98% within four months of putting the fuel plan inside the driver's navigation. A plan followed three quarters of the time leaks a quarter of its savings before anyone books a number.

- Route and fuel savings: Closing the gap between the routes trucks actually take and the economically best routes, with fuel bought where the fleet's card gets its best price, is worth about $5 million a year for a 3,000-truck fleet, measured on the fleet's own routes and cost structure.

- Safety and compliance: Low bridges, posted limits, hazmat and chain control are checked against the truck before the driver reaches them. Yard and customer-site visits are recorded with dwell time. Every zone crossing is logged with the route the truck was on, so a warning can be shown to have preceded a violation.

- Control without an app update: Places, live conditions and zone alerts are switched on per fleet from the back office. NavGuru runs embedded on ELD tablets and as an app on Android and iOS. GPS already flows in from Geotab, Samsara, Motive, Platform Science, and OEM telematics.

"The connected trip was already there: the office prescribes the route and the fuel, the driver runs it, and we show the fleet what the plan cost against what the trip cost," said Maneesh Mahlawat, CTO and Co-founder of MapUp. "What drivers told us is that following the plan is easy when the rest of the day is easy. So we put the parking lot, the scale, the wash and the low bridge on the same screen as the route and the fuel stop. A driver who is not hunting for parking at 9 pm is a driver who fuels where the fleet asked."

"Fleets do not need another map. They need the plan they paid to build to survive contact with the road," said Katie Mahlawat, CEO and Co-founder of MapUp. "Our mission is to make every trip more predictable and profitable. That means the fleet's own fuel prices, its own routing rules and its own zones in the cab, and the office able to change the plan while the truck is still moving. This release makes that plan the easiest thing on the driver's screen to follow."

Availability

The upgrade is available now to NavGuru fleets in the United States and Canada, embedded on ELD tablets and as the NavGuru app on Android and iOS, with the dispatch dashboard included. Places, live road conditions and live parking are enabled per fleet from the back office. Fleets can start with their existing routes, fuel file and telematics. To see the connected trip on your own lanes, visit www.mapup.ai/products/navguru or contact [email protected].

About MapUp

Fleets bleed money on tolls and fuel every day: 30+ day toll bills, surprise violations, and out-of-network fuel stops. MapUp closes that gap. Founded in Silicon Valley and operating in 100+ countries, MapUp helps fleets cut toll spend, fill-up cheapest in-route fuel, and drives compliance with navigation that actually updates on the go. The payoff? Real ROI: lower costs, faster billing, happier drivers. By turning fragmented data into real-time decisions, MapUp is building a unified intelligence platform for fleet economics, transforming a fragmented industry into one powered by data, automation, and insight. For more information, visit www.mapup.ai.

MapUp, NavGuru and FuelGuru are trademarks or registered trademarks of MapUp, Inc. Geotab, Motive, Platform Science, and Samsara are trademarks of their respective owners.

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- MergeIQ provides a scalable, governed approach to healthcare AI, enabling organizations to adopt advanced capabilities without adding standalone systems, increasing IT complexity or disrupting existing workflows.

- With AI insights embedded directly into the radiologist workflow, MergeIQ helps reduce time spent searching across multiple systems so that clinicians can focus more on patient care.

- RelevancyIQ™ and NaviIQ are the first MergeIQ applications embedded into Merge Workflow Orchestrator to support efficient access to relevant prior report information and clinical context across radiology and other imaging specialties.

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Merge today launched MergeIQ™, an artificial intelligence layer that embeds practical intelligence applications across the Merge platform. MergeIQ provides a scalable foundation for applying AI across radiology, cardiology, pathology and other imaging specialties.

The first MergeIQ applications, RelevancyIQ™ and NaviIQ, are available within Merge Workflow Orchestrator. Embedded directly into the radiologist's diagnostic reading workflow, they provide relevant prior information and clinical context keeping radiologists in their current workflow, while bringing supporting data directly to the point of interpretation.

The initial MergeIQ applications include:

- RelevancyIQ: Identifies and ranks prior reports according to their relevance to the current case, helping radiologists focus on the historical context most likely to inform interpretation.

- NaviIQ: Searches within prior reports to surface relevant findings and historical context that may inform interpretation of the current study.

Together, these applications are designed to streamline access to relevant prior information at a moment when imaging volumes continue to rise and reports span more modalities than ever. Data from the American Medical Association show radiologists fifth on its list (45.2%) for burnout rates among medical specialties.

RelevancyIQ and NaviIQ are designed to locate relevant prior information and bring useful data directly into the existing diagnostic reading workflow. As imaging volumes increase and findings span multiple modalities, this integrated approach helps radiologists remain focused on interpretation rather than searching across disconnected systems.

At the platform level, MergeIQ provides a governed, scalable approach to AI adoption within an established enterprise imaging environment. It combines fine-tuned foundation models, third-party models and AI models developed in-house, then embeds the resulting intelligence within existing applications and workflows.

Applied within the imaging context, these capabilities search large volumes of prior reports to surface information prioritized by relevancy to the current exam. Imaging-specific data, integrations and workflow controls support their practical clinical use.

This approach enables organizations to advance innovation without adding another standalone platform or increasing the number of systems IT teams must manage. It extends the value of prior investments while allowing organizations to adopt new capabilities with less disruption and at a pace aligned with their priorities.

"MergeIQ represents a comprehensive approach to AI across the Merge platform, one that begins with the clinical and operational challenges imaging organizations need to address and applies technology in a practical, responsible and scalable manner," said Ashish Sant, General Manager, Merge. "RelevancyIQ and NaviIQ bring relevant clinical context directly into the radiologist's diagnostic reading workflow, delivering value today while establishing a foundation for additional AI applications across Merge solutions."

MergeIQ launches first within Merge Workflow Orchestrator, which unifies enterprise worklists to support caseload management, interpretation and collaboration. Over time, Merge plans to expand MergeIQ across the platform, bringing practical intelligence to additional applications and imaging specialties.

Learn more about Merge Workflow Orchestrator and the first MergeIQ applications.

About Merge

Merge empowers healthcare organizations with advanced medical imaging solutions to deliver reliable imaging, less complexity, and better care. Merge is trusted by 6 of the 10 largest U.S. health systems. Merge Imaging Suite, built on a cloud-native foundation, provides capabilities for Vendor-Neutral Archive (VNA) for secure, enterprise-wide data management; Enterprise Diagnostic Viewing for anytime, anywhere image access; and Workflow Orchestration to streamline imaging workflows. Merge's portfolio also includes PACS for multi-specialty support and advanced mammography capabilities, Cardiology solutions for improved hemodynamics workflows and comprehensive CVIS support, and support for Digital Pathology. 

Learn more at https://www.merge.com.

About Merative

Merative provides data, analytics and technology for healthcare and government social services. With focused innovation and deep expertise, Merative works with providers, employers, health plans, governments and life sciences companies to improve decision-making and performance. Learn more at merative.com.

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The Outlier by Savvas dual-enrollment solution meets the needs of K-12 school districts looking to bring high-quality online college courses to their high school classrooms. Part of the University System of Maryland, UMGC is an accredited, public institution that provides affordable, flexible career-focused online programs for more than 100,000 learners annually. UMGC offers skills-based programs in a variety of fields, including AI, business, cybersecurity, and healthcare. As of 2026, UMGC is the second-largest public university in the U.S.

Outlier's flexible solution provides engaging, asynchronous college courses that enable students to simultaneously earn high school as well as valuable college credits that will be accepted by UMGC. In addition, UMGC will also offer qualifying students who pass an Outlier by Savvas course and want to enroll in other UMGC courses a 25 percent discount on out-of-state tuition rates for most UMGC undergraduate programs.

"We are proud to partner with University of Maryland Global Campus in this strategic alliance for Savvas that further expands access to college pathways for more high school students," said Bethlam Forsa, CEO of Savvas Learning Company. "At a time when students and their families are facing rising college tuition costs, Savvas and UMGC are providing a solution that offers an affordable head start on college."

An award-winning solution, Outlier courses are easy for educators to implement and enable students to access course material anytime, anywhere through the Savvas Realize digital platform. Courses offer engaging lectures by top-rated instructors and professors from renowned institutions and provide active learning features to increase students' interest and mastery of the subject matter.

Taking online college courses, like Outlier's dual-enrollment programs, helps high school students "try on" the college experience in a safe, familiar learning environment. Additionally, research has long shown that students who participate in dual-enrollment courses are more likely to graduate high school, enroll in a four-year college, and complete a college degree.

"At UMGC, we work hard to bring higher education to everyone," said Chris Motz, chief partnerships officer at University of Maryland Global Campus. "By teaming up with Savvas, we're putting the college experience within reach of more high school students, which furthers our mission of inspiring hope, empowering dreams, and transforming lives one student at a time."

ABOUT SAVVAS LEARNING COMPANY

At Savvas, we believe learning should inspire. By combining new ideas, new ways of thinking, and new ways of interacting, we design engaging, next-generation learning solutions that give all students the best opportunity to succeed. Our award-winning, high-quality instructional materials span every grade level and discipline, from evidence-based, standards-aligned core curricula and supplemental and intervention programs to state-of-the-art assessment tools and the industry's most innovative portfolio of college and career readiness solutions — all designed to meet the needs of every learner. Savvas products are used by millions of students and educators in more than 90 percent of the 13,000+ public school districts across all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, as well as globally in more than 125 countries. To learn more, visit Savvas Learning Company.

ABOUT UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND GLOBAL CAMPUS

University of Maryland Global Campus was founded more than 75 years ago specifically to serve the higher education needs of working adults and military service members. Today, UMGC is the largest provider of postsecondary education in Maryland and continues its global tradition with online and hybrid courses, more than 175 classroom and service locations worldwide, and more than 100 degrees and certificates backed by the reputation of a state university and the University System of Maryland. For more information, visit University of Maryland Global Campus.

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ATLANTA, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Atlanta Falcons All-Pro cornerback AJ Terrell Jr. continues to expand his commitment to Atlanta's youth through the AJ Terrell Jr. Foundation, building upon the community impact that led to his recognition as the 2025 Atlanta Falcons Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Club Winner.

On Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, about 350 student-athletes will convene at the Loudermilk Conference Center in Atlanta for the inaugural AJT Academy Student-Athlete Leadership Conference presented by Truist, an immersive day designed to equip high school student-athletes with resources, knowledge and leadership skills that extend beyond the field of play.

"At Truist, we believe purpose-driven partnerships can create meaningful opportunities for young people to build confidence, strengthen leadership skills and prepare for their futures," said Katie Saez, Truist regional president for Georgia and Alabama. "We're proud to support AJ Terrell Jr. and the AJ Terrell Jr. Foundation as they invest in student-athletes across Atlanta and help equip them with tools that extend far beyond the game."

The conference will officially launch the 2026–2027 AJT Academy year and culminate with the induction of The 24, a leadership and ambassador program that selects 24 student-athletes from each participating school based on their leadership potential, resilience, character, academic commitment, and ability to positively influence their campus and community.

Participating student-athletes will represent Westlake High School, Frederick Douglass High School and Benjamin E. Mays High School. The conference will also bring together academic athletic coaches, athletic directors, school administrators and athletic coaches, AJ Terrell Jr. Foundation leadership, program partners and invited community stakeholders.

"The AJT Academy Student-Athlete Leadership Conference reflects what can happen when schools, families, coaches, and community partners come together around a shared purpose," says Ashly Cargle-Thompson, Executive Director of the AJ Terrell Jr. Foundation. "Closing opportunity gaps takes all of us, and we believe sports should be a launch pad, not an escape hatch, for young people to lead with empathy, reach their full potential, and create lasting change in their communities."

The conference will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Loudermilk Conference Center, 40 Courtland St NE, Atlanta, GA 30303. Programming will feature a series of informational and interactive workshops focused on mental health and well-being, financial literacy and education, and professional development. Student-athletes will also receive complimentary professional headshots provided by Cam Kirk Studios, helping participants begin building their professional presence and personal brand.

About the AJ Terrell Jr. Foundation

The AJ Terrell Jr. Foundation is committed to advancing Atlanta's future by investing in its greatest asset, its youth. Through strategic programming and collaborative partnerships with organizations of all sizes, we provide essential resources, leadership development, and sustainable support systems. By fostering community-driven solutions, we aim to create lasting, equitable opportunities that empower the next generation and strengthen the city as a whole. For more information, visit: ajtfoundation.org

About Truist

Truist Financial Corporation is a purpose-driven financial services company committed to inspiring and building better lives and communities. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Truist has leading market share in many of the high-growth markets in the U.S. and offers a wide range of products and services through wholesale and consumer businesses, including consumer and small business banking, commercial and corporate banking, investment banking and capital markets, wealth management, payments, and specialized lending businesses. Truist is a top 10 commercial bank with total assets of $556 billion as of June 30, 2026. Truist Bank, Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender. Learn more at Truist.com

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ICECO x Jeep®: The Limited-Edition APL35 Inspired by the 1941 Willys MB

BREA, Calif., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ICECO, a premium portable cooling brand specializing in outdoor and off-grid refrigeration solutions, has partnered with Jeep® to introduce the ICECO x Jeep® APL35 Limited Edition, a dual-zone 12V fridge freezer inspired by one of the most iconic vehicles in Jeep® history: the 1941 Willys MB.

The collaboration brings together design elements rooted in the original Willys MB with the modern cooling performance and rugged functionality of the APL35, creating a limited-edition fridge freezer built for today's outdoor adventures.

Inspired by the 1941 Willys MB

The design of the APL35 Limited Edition draws directly from the visual character and utility of the original Willys MB, with details chosen to reflect its military heritage and field-ready spirit.

Olive Drab Green

The signature Olive Drab Green finish pays homage to the unmistakable military color associated with the Willys MB.

Genuine Leather Details

Genuine leather accents on the buckles and carry handles draw inspiration from the leather straps and utility gear found on the original vehicles.

Field-Inspired Details

Rich brown accents reference the pioneer tool kit, including the axe and shovel carried on many Willys models, while rope-inspired detailing echoes the practical gear often added to vehicles in the field.

Together, the olive green, leather, wood-inspired, and rope elements create a distinctive aesthetic rooted in the visual heritage of the original Willys MB.

Built for Modern Adventures

Underneath its heritage-inspired design, the APL35 delivers modern dual-zone cooling for flexible food and beverage storage. The two independently controlled compartments can be used for refrigeration and freezing at the same time, making it suited for camping, overlanding, road trips, and off-grid setups.

The ICECO x Jeep® collaboration combines the heritage and adventurous spirit of Jeep® with ICECO's portable cooling expertise, bringing together the strengths of both brands in a limited-edition design built for outdoor exploration.

About ICECO:

ICECO is a premium portable cooling brand specializing in outdoor and off-grid refrigeration solutions. Known for combining reliable cooling performance with rugged outdoor design, ICECO develops portable fridge/freezers built for overlanding, camping, RV travel, fishing, and mobile outdoor living.

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Fitness 19 Releases "Is Intermittent Fasting Effective for Workouts?"

TEMECULA, Calif., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Fitness 19 has announced the release of its latest resource, "Is Intermittent Fasting Effective for Workouts?". This guide discusses the effectiveness of intermittent fasting for workouts by covering the science behind intermittent fasting, energy levels, muscle gain, and fat loss, gender differences in fasting and fitness, and how to design a workout around a fast.

Intermittent fasting revolves around when a person eats, not what a person eats. When a person fasts, insulin levels drop, which accelerates fat burning. When fasting, people often experience an energy level drop during workouts, but after a transition period, people start to experience more stable energy levels. Intermittent fasting does not hinder muscle growth, but people should ensure sufficient protein and calorie intake and time workouts before or during an eating window. Intermittent fasting is known to help people lose fat because they naturally eat less in a narrowed time window.

"You cannot approach a fasted workout the same way you approach a fed one; you need to be strategic about intensity and volume," according to Fitness 19. For strength training, people should try to schedule workouts near the end of a fast so a post-workout meal can be a recovery meal. For low- to moderate-intensity workouts, people can do them deep into a fast without seeing a dip in performance. For HIIT workouts, people should consider a shorter fasting period.

To learn more about the effectiveness of intermittent fasting, please visit Fitness 19 here.

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Fitness 19 was founded in 2003 by fitness industry veterans who believed that the traditional health club model wasn't meeting the needs of most people. They started Fitness 19 to give customers more of what they really want out of a fitness membership. The result is a simple fitness club concept – an extremely affordable, family-friendly facility that offers state-of-the-art cardio, strength, and free weight equipment.

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Louisville Manufactured Housing Show Announces Show Dates: January 20 - 22, 2027

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ --The Midwest Manufactured Housing Federation announced today that the 2027 Louisville Manufactured Housing Show will take place from Jan. 20 - 22.

Once again held at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, KY, the Louisville Show will bring together manufactured housing professionals from all over the country. As the precursor to the spring selling season, the show offers the support and resources needed for industry professionals to make 2027 a strong sales year for their business.

This year's show is set for more than 425,000 square feet of exhibit space, filling the entire south wing of the facility. With more room to explore, attendees will have even more opportunities to view dozens of the newest model manufactured homes on display and preview the latest industry trends and innovations.

"The Louisville Show has seen significant growth in recent years, and we're proud to continue that in 2027 by offering more opportunities for exhibiting, networking, and education," MMHF President Eric Oaks said. "Now, more than ever, the show is THE place to not only view the newest trends in manufactured home design, but connect with thousands of decision-makers at the start of the selling season."

In addition to the largest collection of factory-built homes, the show also brings out the latest in technological advancements, the best in suppliers' offerings, and a look at all the newest amenities and system-built options in the industry. Attendees can also benefit from an extensive lineup of educational seminars from industry thought leaders, experts, and innovators.

"We're always looking for new ways to bring more to the Louisville Show, and 2027 is no exception," Byron Stroud, Louisville Show Chairman, said. "From an exciting and relevant educational program to the massive increase in exhibit space, the show is the must-attend event for any manufactured housing professional."

Attendee registration for the 2027 Louisville Show will go live in the coming weeks. To receive more information, including sponsorship opportunities and hotel block announcements, visit TheLouisvilleShow.com

Those interested in exhibiting or becoming a sponsor are urged to visit TheLouisvilleShow.com/exhibitors or call (616) 888-8030 today, as exhibitor booths and sponsorships are quickly selling out.

The Louisville Show is an industry trade event not open to the general public. For more information, visit TheLouisvilleShow.com.

About The Midwest Manufactured Housing Federation

The Midwest Manufactured Housing Federation is a trade-association dedicated to the promotion and advancement of the manufactured housing industry throughout Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Ohio. The Federation holds the Louisville Manufactured Housing Show annually in Louisville, Ky.

SOURCE MHVillage

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