Month: April 2026

RIDGELAND, Miss., April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Magnolia Health, a company of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), today announced a donation of $2 million to Joyce’s Village of Hope project in Warren County to expand housing and support services for women and children transitioning out of domestic violence shelters. The program is operated by the Mississippi Center for Police & Sheriffs (MSCPS) and aims to help families move from crisis to stability.

Through this funding, MSCPS will expand supportive housing by developing eight homes dedicated to women and children exiting domestic violence shelters. The project also supports the Diapers to Doorsteps program, which provides monthly distributions of diapers and wipes for families with newborns and infants.

Aaron Sisk, president and CEO of Magnolia Health, said the investment reflects Magnolia’s ongoing commitment to strengthening communities across Mississippi.

“Programs like Joyce’s Village of Hope demonstrate how partnerships between community organizations and the private sector can make a meaningful difference for Mississippi families,” Sisk said. “We appreciate the opportunity that allows organizations like Magnolia Health to invest directly in projects that support vulnerable women and children.”

Funds from the donation were used to purchase trucks and maintenance equipment, refurbish infrastructure, enhance security and acquire mobile homes to support maternity and transitional housing needs.

Steven Pickett, executive director of the Mississippi Center for Police and Sheriffs, said the project will help vulnerable families regain stability during a difficult transition.

“These homes give families a real chance to reset and move forward with stability.” Pickett said. “By pairing safe housing with essential resources for mothers and infants, we’re helping women and children take the next step toward independence.”

About Magnolia Health
Magnolia Health is a Coordinated Care Organization that serves the needs of Mississippians through a range of health insurance solutions.  Magnolia Health serves the state of Mississippi by improving access to high-quality care for Medicaid recipients while responsibly managing taxpayer dollars. Magnolia is a physician-driven, Mississippi-based Coordinated Care Organization and a Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) company. For more information, visit www.magnoliahealthplan.com.

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RIDGELAND, Miss., April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Magnolia Health, a company of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), today announced a donation of $2 million to Joyce’s Village of Hope project in Warren County to expand housing and support services for women and children transitioning out of domestic violence shelters. The program is operated by the Mississippi Center for Police & Sheriffs (MSCPS) and aims to help families move from crisis to stability.

Through this funding, MSCPS will expand supportive housing by developing eight homes dedicated to women and children exiting domestic violence shelters. The project also supports the Diapers to Doorsteps program, which provides monthly distributions of diapers and wipes for families with newborns and infants.

Aaron Sisk, president and CEO of Magnolia Health, said the investment reflects Magnolia’s ongoing commitment to strengthening communities across Mississippi.

“Programs like Joyce’s Village of Hope demonstrate how partnerships between community organizations and the private sector can make a meaningful difference for Mississippi families,” Sisk said. “We appreciate the opportunity that allows organizations like Magnolia Health to invest directly in projects that support vulnerable women and children.”

Funds from the donation were used to purchase trucks and maintenance equipment, refurbish infrastructure, enhance security and acquire mobile homes to support maternity and transitional housing needs.

Steven Pickett, executive director of the Mississippi Center for Police and Sheriffs, said the project will help vulnerable families regain stability during a difficult transition.

“These homes give families a real chance to reset and move forward with stability.” Pickett said. “By pairing safe housing with essential resources for mothers and infants, we’re helping women and children take the next step toward independence.”

About Magnolia Health
Magnolia Health is a Coordinated Care Organization that serves the needs of Mississippians through a range of health insurance solutions.  Magnolia Health serves the state of Mississippi by improving access to high-quality care for Medicaid recipients while responsibly managing taxpayer dollars. Magnolia is a physician-driven, Mississippi-based Coordinated Care Organization and a Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) company. For more information, visit www.magnoliahealthplan.com.

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ATLANTA, April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Graphic Packaging Holding Company (NYSE: GPK) (“Graphic Packaging”, or “the Company”), a global leader in sustainable consumer packaging, will announce first quarter 2026 financial results before the market opens on Tuesday, May 5, with a call to discuss results at 10 a.m. ET. 

The conference call will be webcast and can be accessed from the investors section of the Graphic Packaging website at https://investors.graphicpkg.com/. Participants may also listen via telephone by using the following dial-in numbers:

Toll-Free: 888-506-0062
International: 973-528-0011
Participant Access Code: 105591

Telephone participants should call in at least 10 minutes prior to the start of the conference call. The webcast will be archived and available for replay beginning at approximately 1 p.m. ET on May 5.

Graphic Packaging has set Tuesday, August 4, 2026 as the tentative date for the release of second quarter 2026 financial results.

Contact Information
Investors: Investor.Relations@Graphicpkg.com

About Graphic Packaging Holding Company
Graphic Packaging designs and produces consumer packaging made primarily from renewable or recycled materials. An industry leader in innovation, the Company is committed to reducing the environmental footprint of consumer packaging. Graphic Packaging operates a global network of design and manufacturing facilities serving the world’s most widely recognized brands in food, beverage, foodservice, household, and other consumer products. Learn more at www.graphicpkg.com.

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NEWARK, Calif., April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID), maker of the world’s most advanced software-defined vehicles and technologies, today announced that the Lucid Gravity has been named 2026 World Luxury Car of the Year by the esteemed World Car Awards program. In an awards category open to electric, hybrid, and internal-combustion vehicles, Lucid’s all-electric SUV was recognized by a global jury of more than 100 acclaimed automotive journalists from around the globe. Lucid is now 2-for-2 in this award category, with the Lucid Air sedan named World Luxury Car of the Year in 2023. Now in its 22^nd year, the World Car Awards aim to recognize, reward and inspire automotive excellence, leadership and innovation in a rapidly changing automotive industry on a global scale.

“This recognition reflects the strength of Lucid’s product vision and the exceptional execution of our team,” said Marc Winterhoff, Interim CEO of Lucid. “Lucid Gravity brings together the space and versatility of a full-size SUV with sports‑car‑like driving dynamics and a refined luxury experience, enabled by our proprietary technology and engineering. Together, these qualities set a new benchmark for what a world‑class luxury SUV can be.”

On and off the road, Gravity’s exceptional performance starts with a brand-new platform developed from the ground up as a sporty SUV. Featuring two motors, all-wheel drive, and a standard adjustable air suspension, it’s an SUV that delivers a smooth, comfortable ride for passengers on any road, even when the pavement ends and the trail begins. The Lucid Gravity’s available rear-axle steering system enhances high-speed driving dynamics for exceptional handling on winding roads and makes day-to-day driving easier than ever by shortening the space needed for the vehicle to maneuver through tight city streets and crowded parking lots.

Lucid Gravity redefines the SUV category by delivering full‑size SUV practicality within a mid‑size footprint, with a spacious and accommodating interior comfortably seating up to seven adults while offering uncompromising space, efficiency, performance, and usability. The sliding second row seats combine with available integrated convenience tables for an elevated back-seat experience. Remarkable legroom is carried through to the third row, enabling a comfortable seven-passenger configuration, making it the ideal vehicle for every adventure.

Powering it all is Lucid Gravity’s high‑efficiency, miniaturized powertrain and ultra‑fast charging. The result is up to 450 miles of EPA-estimated driving range and DC fast-charging that can add 200 miles of range in less than 11 minutes, ensuring the easiest and fastest possible charging experience at over 32,500 DC fast charging stations in North America.

The Lucid Gravity will be featured at the 2026 New York International Auto Show from April 3-12. Not only can show attendees get a close look at its class-leading space and packaging, luxury appointments, and user experience first-hand, they can also experience Lucid Gravity’s performance in the show’s EV test track.

Lucid Gravity is available to order at Lucidmotors.com/gravity.

About Lucid Group 
Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID) is a technology company creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software defined vehicle architectures, the company’s lineup of award-winning vehicles brings Lucid’s “Compromise Nothing™” approach to premium segments of the global automotive market. Lucid designs and engineers its products in-house and assembles them at its vertically integrated facilities in Arizona and Saudi Arabia, enabling continuous innovation across vehicles, software, and advanced driver assistance and autonomy-ready capabilities.

Media Contact
media@lucidmotors.com

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NEWARK, Calif., April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID), maker of the world’s most advanced software-defined vehicles and technologies, today announced that the Lucid Gravity has been named 2026 World Luxury Car of the Year by the esteemed World Car Awards program. In an awards category open to electric, hybrid, and internal-combustion vehicles, Lucid’s all-electric SUV was recognized by a global jury of more than 100 acclaimed automotive journalists from around the globe. Lucid is now 2-for-2 in this award category, with the Lucid Air sedan named World Luxury Car of the Year in 2023. Now in its 22^nd year, the World Car Awards aim to recognize, reward and inspire automotive excellence, leadership and innovation in a rapidly changing automotive industry on a global scale.

“This recognition reflects the strength of Lucid’s product vision and the exceptional execution of our team,” said Marc Winterhoff, Interim CEO of Lucid. “Lucid Gravity brings together the space and versatility of a full-size SUV with sports‑car‑like driving dynamics and a refined luxury experience, enabled by our proprietary technology and engineering. Together, these qualities set a new benchmark for what a world‑class luxury SUV can be.”

On and off the road, Gravity’s exceptional performance starts with a brand-new platform developed from the ground up as a sporty SUV. Featuring two motors, all-wheel drive, and a standard adjustable air suspension, it’s an SUV that delivers a smooth, comfortable ride for passengers on any road, even when the pavement ends and the trail begins. The Lucid Gravity’s available rear-axle steering system enhances high-speed driving dynamics for exceptional handling on winding roads and makes day-to-day driving easier than ever by shortening the space needed for the vehicle to maneuver through tight city streets and crowded parking lots.

Lucid Gravity redefines the SUV category by delivering full‑size SUV practicality within a mid‑size footprint, with a spacious and accommodating interior comfortably seating up to seven adults while offering uncompromising space, efficiency, performance, and usability. The sliding second row seats combine with available integrated convenience tables for an elevated back-seat experience. Remarkable legroom is carried through to the third row, enabling a comfortable seven-passenger configuration, making it the ideal vehicle for every adventure.

Powering it all is Lucid Gravity’s high‑efficiency, miniaturized powertrain and ultra‑fast charging. The result is up to 450 miles of EPA-estimated driving range and DC fast-charging that can add 200 miles of range in less than 11 minutes, ensuring the easiest and fastest possible charging experience at over 32,500 DC fast charging stations in North America.

The Lucid Gravity will be featured at the 2026 New York International Auto Show from April 3-12. Not only can show attendees get a close look at its class-leading space and packaging, luxury appointments, and user experience first-hand, they can also experience Lucid Gravity’s performance in the show’s EV test track.

Lucid Gravity is available to order at Lucidmotors.com/gravity.

About Lucid Group 
Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID) is a technology company creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software defined vehicle architectures, the company’s lineup of award-winning vehicles brings Lucid’s “Compromise Nothing™” approach to premium segments of the global automotive market. Lucid designs and engineers its products in-house and assembles them at its vertically integrated facilities in Arizona and Saudi Arabia, enabling continuous innovation across vehicles, software, and advanced driver assistance and autonomy-ready capabilities.

Media Contact
media@lucidmotors.com

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ST. LOUIS, April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Nestlé Purina PetCare Company is helping support pets and people in rural Western Alaska by donating 45,000 pounds of Purina dog food to communities still recovering from Typhoon Halong.

The storm struck Alaska in October 2025 and brought hurricane-force winds and catastrophic flooding, heavily impacting nearly 50 rural and native communities. In many of these regions, dogs play a critical role in daily life, providing not only companionship, but transportation and safety—making access to nutrient dense pet food essential.

Purina learned about the ongoing need in Western Alaska from Dr. Arleigh Reynolds, DVM, PhD, D.A.C.V.N., a retired Purina veterinarian, scientist and current medical advisor working with Alaska Native Rural Veterinary, Inc., an organization dedicated to improving animal health in remote Alaska communities. “Purina has a long and dedicated history of helping pets and their owners when they need it most. Dogs play a huge role in the emotional and mental health resilience and recovery responses to traumatic events like this typhoon. We are so very grateful for this lifesaving support,” said Dr Reynolds.

“Dogs are essential to daily life in many of Alaska’s rural communities, and access to food can be a real challenge long after a disaster makes headlines,” said Angie Fitch, Executive Director & Co-Founder of Alaska Native Rural Veterinary, Inc. “Purina’s generosity—and the commitment of so many transportation partners—will make a meaningful difference for dog owners in communities that are still working to recover months after Typhoon Halong. This support helps ensure families can continue caring for the dogs they love and depend on.”

Moved by the scale and persistent challenges facing pet owners months after the storm, Purina mobilized a plan to send help. In addition to producing and donating a full truckload of dog food, Purina partnered with Greater Good Charities to coordinate the logistics required to transport the donation from the Purina factory in Eden, North Carolina, to a port in Tacoma, Washington. An emergency grant from the Purina Foundation covered the more than $6,000 in shipping costs, ensuring the food could make the long journey from the East Coast to the Pacific Northwest and continue on to Western Alaska.

Alaska Native Rural Veterinary, Inc. is now working with a network of transportation partners to deliver the donated dog food directly to pet owners in remote communities. These partners include TOTE Maritime, Carlile Transportation, Alaska Air Transit, Resolve Aviation, Aleutian Airways, NAC Alaska, Ryan Air, Warbelows Air Ventures and Everts Air —each playing a critical role in reaching communities that are often accessible only by air or sea.

“Recovery doesn’t end when the storm passes, especially in rural and remote communities,” said Kim Beardslee, Director of Community Affairs at Purina. “We’re proud to work alongside trusted partners to help ensure pets and people have the resources they need as these communities continue to rebuild.”

Supporting communities in times of crisis is a core part of Purina’s commitment to keeping pets and people together. In the wake of a natural disaster, Purina works closely with Greater Good Charities to provide timely assistance—combining pet food donations, emergency funding, and operational expertise to help pet owners care for their animals during recovery. From immediate response to long‑term rebuilding, Purina focuses on meeting critical needs where access to resources may be limited, ensuring pets continue to receive the care they deserve as communities heal.

About Purina
Nestlé Purina PetCare creates richer lives for pets and the people who love them. Founded in 1894, Purina has helped dogs and cats live longer, healthier lives by offering scientifically based nutritional innovations.

Purina manufactures some of the world’s most trusted and popular pet care products, including Dog Chow, Purina ONE, Pro Plan, Friskies and Tidy Cats. Our more than 11,000 U.S. associates take pride in our trusted pet food, treat and litter brands that feed 46 million dogs and 68 million cats every year. Nearly 500 Purina scientists, veterinarians, and pet care experts ensure our commitment to unsurpassed quality and nutrition.

Over the past five years, Purina has contributed more than $150 million towards organizations that bring, and keep, people and pets together, as well as those that help our communities and environment thrive.

Purina is part of Nestlé, a global leader in Nutrition, Health and Wellness. For more information, visit purina.com or subscribe here to get the latest Purina news.

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4th-generation executive director is proud to carry on the legacy of great-grandmother Bessie Tartt Wilson who founded the school on then-Holborn Terrace

BOSTON, April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — TARTTs Day Care Centers (“TARTTs”), a landmark institution in the Boston early childhood education landscape is proud to announce its 80th anniversary this year.

Founded in May of 1946 by Bessie Tartt Wilson, the historic milestone follows close behind the one-year anniversary of when TARTTs became part of the Cadence Education family. The transfer of ownership allowed TARTTs to maintain its family-centered mission while gaining the support of a national educational network.

“We are privileged to honor the mission that Bessie Tartt Wilson started eight decades ago, while ensuring that TARTTs has the modern resources to remain at the forefront of early childhood education in Boston, a city with such rich commitment to education,” CEO of Cadence Education Leigh-Ellen Louie said. 

Nida Wright Adjetey, former vice president and current Executive Director of TARTTs, said she was proud to remain on board to oversee the three locations she and her family built and maintained.

“Our long history is defined by resilience and a commitment to quality,” Wright Adjetey said. “From our roots in Roxbury/Dorchester to our expansion in the South End, we have always prioritized the social and academic development of the ‘total child.'”

The TARTTs story began when Bessie Tartt Wilson, then a 23-year-old recent nursing school graduate from Alabama, relocated to Boston to find work in her field. Everything changed due to lingering after-effects following a battle with polio that would have made it challenging to keep up with the physical demands of nursing. 

Wilson’s tenacity led her to pivot to early childhood education by providing care in her own home on a street that today we call Kavanaugh Way—formerly known as Holborn Terrace. The decision created a new life trajectory that would impact not only her family, but countless families in Boston—for generations to come.

In fact, following Wilson’s death in 1999, under the subsequent leadership of Bessie’s daughter, Mary L. Reed, and grandchildren, Ken Reed and Wanda Geer, the home-based business expanded into a commercial property. Until late 2019, TARTTs Day Care Center II occupied suites within the municipal building owned by the City of Boston at 1010 Massachusetts Ave., after purchasing and expanding the YMCA daycare operating at that site.

TARTTs thrived for almost 20 years at that location, which today continues to be a hub for Boston municipal services. And TARTTs has long since put down new roots elsewhere.

As the business outgrew its domestic roots, TARTTs successfully began transitioning into its current footprint in Boston’s vibrant South End and SoWa districts. All three locations are within walking distance of each other making it easy for parents and staff to navigate needs based on age-based services or availability within each location.

“We also have roots in the South End, where we were raised and my mom and grandmother still reside,”  Wright Adjetey said. “So, expanding to the South End was a profitable and strategic business move, but it was also returning home.”

Today, under the Cadence Education umbrella, the school operates three locations:

• TARTTs South End (Harrison Ave.)
• TARTTs SOWA (Harrison Ave.)
• TARTTs at The Factory (Wareham St.)

“Celebrating 80 years is a testament to the enduring vision of my great-grandmother and the generations of families who have trusted us with their children’s futures,” said Wright Adjetey. “Our role is also to support the teachers who are the heart of TARTTs and to ensure our legacy of continuity of care remains the standard for Boston families.”

About TARTTs Day Care Centers
Founded in 1946 by Bessie Tartt Wilson in Boston, TARTTs Day Care Centers provides comprehensive early childhood education focused on social, physical, and academic development. Operating three locations in Boston’s South End and SoWa areas, TARTTs joined the Cadence Education family of schools in December 2024.

About Cadence Education
Cadence Education is one of the premier early childhood educators in the United States, operating more than 320 private preschools and elementary schools across the country. With over 30 years of experience, Cadence Education is dedicated to providing personalized excellence in childcare and early education. For more information, visit www.cadence-education.com.

Media Contacts:
Media Relations
Media@Cadence-Education.com

Timeline sidebar, historic and current photos are available upon request.

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