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SYRACUSE, N.Y., Sept. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — After 13 days on display at the New York State Fair, the 57^th Annual Butter Sculpture is off to be recycled at a Western New York dairy farm.

American Dairy Association North East, in conjunction with Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners and Noblehurst Farms, dismantled the 800-pound sculpture at the New York State Fairgrounds. The butter, supplied by O-AT-KA Milk Products in Batavia, N.Y., and unsuitable for sale or consumption for a variety of reasons, will return to Western New York — less than 15 miles from its origin—for recycling.

Noblehurst Farms in Pavilion, N.Y., (Livingston County) will combine the butter with other food waste from local grocery stores, cafeterias and manufacturers, along with manure, and process it in the farm’s digester, converting it into energy. The digester breaks down the material and creates enough electricity to power the farm, the farm’s on-site creamery and more than 600 homes for a year.

“We are extremely honored to be the ‘official’ recycler of the New York State Fair’s butter sculpture,” said Jack Klapper, co-owner of Noblehurst Farms. “At Noblehurst Farms we take pride in being good stewards of the land. Recycling 800 pounds of butter is just another opportunity to showcase how we are sustainable by diverting food waste from landfills and creating renewable energy.”

This is Noblehurst Farm’s 10^th year recycling the butter sculpture. During that time, the farm has recycled 8,000 pounds – or four tons – of butter in their digester, creating enough energy to power one home for about a month. In a typical year, the 800 pounds of butter can generate enough electricity to power one home for three to five days.

In recent years, Noblehurst Farms has been recognized nationally for achievements in sustainability and community partnerships to divert food waste from local landfills. When the farm started its recycling program in 2015, they were recycling about 500 tons of food waste per month. Now, with the help of a new modern recycling system, Noblehurst Farms is recycling over 100 tons per day and has more than doubled its electricity production.

“Dairy farmers are resourceful at recycling. We try not to let anything go to waste,” said Klapper. “Focusing on how we can be sustainable and being environmental stewards is very important to the team at Noblehurst Farms.”

This year’s sculpture, “Dairy For Good: Nourish. Grow. Thrive.,” celebrated the joy and nourishment dairy provides at every stage of life — and was inspired by the 125th Anniversary of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz book.

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Foundation Honors Leaders and Focuses on the Importance of Gratitude, Kindness, and Community through Tea Party and Star-Studded Performances

CINCINNATI, Sept. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Sister Accord® Foundation, founded by corporate leader and philanthropist Sonia Jackson Myles, hosted its 12th annual celebration of The Sister Accord® Day this past weekend, bringing together leaders, artists, entrepreneurs, and the community for two days of events designed to inspire, uplift, and unite.

Declared by the City of Cincinnati in 2013, August 31st is officially The Sister Accord® Day. To honor the milestone, the Foundation presented “A Weekend of Sisterhood & Love” on August 30–31, encouraging people everywhere to perform random acts of kindness toward girls and women.

The weekend began with the 34th Leadership Development Tea Party at Prime Cincinnati. The event focused on mental, emotional, and physical health, personal safety, and gratitude as the foundation of leadership and well-being. Highlights included:

• Honoring five transformative leaders: Lindsey Webster, world-famous singer and songwriter; Kala Gibson, Executive Vice President/Chief Corporate Responsibility Officer, Fifth Third Bank; Tracey Artis, CEO of JazJordan, Inc. and I Hear Music, Inc.; Mary Y. Graham, Sr. Sales Executive 2 Integrated Solutions & Consulting, AT&T; and Rachel DesRochers, Serial Entrepreneur and Founder of The Gratitude Collective.
• Announcement of a new program launch of “Equipping A Generation Of Leaders For The City Of Cincinnati” – 100 girls in the city will participate in this powerful program funded by Procter & Gamble and BT Rise.
• A keynote conversation, “The Power of Gratitude,” with Sonia Jackson Myles and honoree Rachel DesRochers.
• Announcement of the newest $5,000 Nella D. Jackson Memorial Scholarship recipient, Mar’Kia Williams.
• A Safety in Sisterhood™ masterclass on safe travel strategies.
• An electrifying performance by honoree Lindsey Webster.

That evening, the celebration continued at Ludlow Garage, with a sold-out concert featuring chart-topping saxophonist Kim Waters and Lindsey Webster.

The weekend concluded on Sunday, August 31, with a powerhouse performance by acclaimed R&B artist Rahsaan Patterson at Ludlow Garage.

Reflecting on the weekend, Sonia Jackson Myles shared: “Our work is more important now than ever, and this weekend illustrated just how powerful it is when boys and men stand with us on #OneAccord™, proving that peace, love, and kindness truly unite us all. As The Sister Accord® Foundation continues on our mission to have one billion girls and women learn to love themselves and each other, I am so grateful to the Queen City that I call home, to Prime Cincinnati and Ludlow Garage and all of our sponsors, our honorees and Lindsey Webster, Kim Waters and Rahsaan Patterson for making this a special weekend filled with LOVE!”

The Foundation’s programs have touched millions globally through its over $300,000 in scholarships and business grants to women-owned businesses, as well as its beloved YouTube channel, which has garnered 88+million views worldwide. Current chapters outside the United States include Harare and Bulawayo, Zimbabwe; Lilongwe, Malawi; and Johannesburg, South Africa, which launched in 2024 in partnership with the Nelson Mandela Foundation. A soft launch for their Lagos, Nigeria Chapter occurred in April of this year. The full launch will happen in 2026. Future plans include chapters in Ghana, Liberia, and the Bahamas. 

This year’s weekend was made possible with the generous support of Ludlow Garage, Prime Cincinnati, AAA – The Auto Club Group, Fifth Third Bank, The Christ Hospital Health Network, The Greater Cincinnati Foundation, Duke Energy, The Accord Group LLC, LatinUs Beauty, and Interact For Health.

About The Sister Accord® Foundation
The Sister Accord® Foundation is dedicated to changing how girls and women treat, support, and interact with one another. Through educational programs, grants, leadership development, and initiatives that promote peace and sisterhood, the Foundation has impacted many lives globally. Founded by Sonia Jackson Myles, its three pillars—to Educate, Enlighten, and Eradicate bullying and violence against girls and women—remain at the heart of its mission.

Media Contact:
Evan Andrews: evan@kempnercommunications.com | 508-404-4068

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Celebrating the Decades of Beauty, Excellence & Innovation in Black Beauty Culture

ATLANTA, Sept. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bronner Bros., the legendary force behind the world’s largest multicultural beauty show, proudly announces the inaugural Beauty Icon Awards, presented in partnership with Vivace and Red by KISS.

Taking place on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at 7 p.m. at the Bronner Center of Performing Arts (Riverside EpiCenter) in Atlanta, the Beauty Icon Awards will debut as a red-carpet celebration and cultural tribute—a live museum of beauty over the decades—bringing to life the artistry, style, and innovation that have defined Black beauty culture across generations. The event will be hosted by journalist and media personality Segun Oduolowu.

Described as a landmark celebration for the beauty industry, the evening will gather celebrities, cultural tastemakers, and industry leaders for an unforgettable night—shining a special spotlight on Chaka Khan, the 10-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer, songwriter, philanthropist, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductee, and living legend.

“Honoring Chaka Khan with the Beauty Icon Award feels natural—her music and presence have empowered generations, while her fearless style redefined beauty on her own terms. She is the embodiment of a beauty icon. The Beauty Icon Awards is our love letter to beauty—celebrating the founders, artists, and innovators who built an industry, shaped culture, and set the standard for style and excellence.” – Kelly Keith, Executive Producer

In addition to Chaka Khan’s tribute, the Beauty Icon Awards will honor a lineup of trailblazers across beauty, style, and culture, including:

• Danessa Myricks – Makeup Artist & Founder & CEO of Danessa Myricks Beauty
• June Ambrose – Award-winning Creative Director, Designer & Author
• Jesseca Harris-Dupart – Beauty Mogul & Founder of Kaleidoscope Hair
• Allen Cooley – Beauty Photographer & Commercial Director
• Nastacia “Nas” Brady – Master Braider & Founder of Sevven Braid Studio
• George E. Johnson – Haircare Pioneer, Founder of Afro Sheen & Ultra Sheen
• Terence Davidson – Award-winning Celebrity Hairstylist
• Shaina Rainford – Founder & CEO of Bask & Lather
• Cliff Vmir – Celebrity Hairstylist & Founder of Femme Haircare

“At Vivace, by KISS, beauty is about more than style—it’s culture, creativity, and community. Partnering with Bronner Bros. to honor icons who shape the future of beauty is both an honor and a commitment to the innovation that inspires us all,” states Ivan Chae, Senior Director, KISS USA.

For nearly eight decades, Bronner Bros. has been a champion of diversity, artistry, and entrepreneurship—uplifting stylists, barbers, nail artists, makeup artists and beauty brands while setting the standard for innovation and excellence in beauty. The launch of the Beauty Icon Awards marks a new chapter in this legacy: honoring those who have shaped, and continue to shape, beauty culture across the globe.

For additional information about the inaugural Beauty Icon Awards, visit www.bronnerbros.com.

About Bronner Bros

The Bronner Bros International Beauty Show is the largest and longest-running beauty event of its kind, attracting thousands of beauty professionals, enthusiasts, and influencers from around the world.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Media Inquiries: Nicole Newsum/nicole@ndotnpr.com

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Students can register online to visit the pop-up dress boutique, Sept. 13-14

DETROIT, Sept. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Comerica Bank and Jackets for Jobs are hosting a free two-day Homecoming Dress Giveaway boutique for metro Detroit students on Saturday, Sept. 13 and Sunday, Sept. 14.

The two-day dress giveaway event will take place in the lower level of the Samaritan Center, located at 5555 Conner St. in Detroit, and will feature hundreds of new and gently used dresses.

The pop-up Homecoming boutique will offer dresses of various styles and sizes sourced from Comerica Bank’s seventh annual Prom Dress Drive, which the bank held in the spring. The Prom Dress Drive event collected new and gently used eveningwear from the community to benefit local teens who otherwise may not be able to afford formal attire and experience the high school tradition of prom.

“The generosity shown by our customers, colleagues and neighbors during this year’s Prom Dress Drive was truly remarkable,” said Steve Davis, Comerica Bank Michigan Market President. “Thanks to the overwhelming number of dress donations we received, we’re thrilled to open an additional boutique just in time for the Homecoming season.”

“These events are about more than simply providing a dress; they’re about helping students feel confident, celebrated and supported during such a memorable moment in their lives. Seeing our community unite to make that possible adds even more meaning to what we do.”

During this year’s Prom Dress Drive, Comerica collected nearly 2,300 dresses, bringing the donation total to more than 7,100 dress since partnering with Jackets For Jobs in 2023. Comerica’s metro Detroit prom dress initiative first began in 2017 and, since then, Comerica has received more than 10,000 dresses that have been donated to community partners.

“Seeing students light up when they find the perfect dress is a reminder of why this boutique matters,” said Alison Vaughn, Jackets for Jobs Founder and CEO. “For the second year, our Homecoming giveaway partnership with Comerica Bank will be making Homecoming dreams possible for teens by removing financial barriers and opening doors to experiences every teen should have. The community’s generosity makes it possible for us to reach even more young people and create memories they’ll carry for a lifetime.”

Students can visit the pop-up Homecoming boutique from:

• Saturday, Sept. 13: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• Sunday, Sept. 14: Noon – 3 p.m.

Those interested in participating should register online in advance at jacketsforjobs.org. For more information, call Jackets for Jobs at (313) 579-9160.

About Jackets for Jobs
Jackets for Jobs is an award-winning non-profit organization that provides career clothing for metro Detroit job seekers. For over two decades, we have assisted over 35,000 job seekers put their best foot forward to obtain employment. For people experiencing barriers to employment and independence, clothing insecurity is real. It can mean not having anything to wear or not having the right thing to wear. Both are barriers to advancement. Jackets for Jobs provides a stable source of well-maintained and displayed clothing that is suitable for any need, from casual to workwear.

About Comerica
Comerica Bank, a subsidiary of Comerica Incorporated, has served Michigan longer than any other bank with a continuous presence dating back over 175 years to its Detroit founding in 1849. It is the largest bank employer in metro Detroit and has approximately 4,300 employees (FTE) statewide. With one of the largest banking center networks in Michigan, Comerica nurtures lifelong relationships with unwavering integrity and financial prudence. Comerica positively impacts the lives of Michigan residents by helping customers be successful, providing financial support that assists hundreds of charitable organizations, and actively participating in Detroit’s downtown revitalization. Comerica Incorporated (NYSE: CMA) is a financial services company strategically aligned by three business segments: The Commercial Bank, The Retail Bank, and Wealth Management. Follow on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Comerica, X: @ComericaBank and Instagram: @comerica_bank.

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CHICAGO, Sept. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — One Year for Earth (1y4e), a nonprofit initiative that highlights practical methods, inspiration, and incentives to encourage sustainability, has launched a new category focused on Politics in its comprehensive Resource Hub.

1y4e’s platform helps people tackle the climate crisis head-on by offering accessible guidance on best practices, tangible solutions, basic advocacy, community involvement, workplace and school initiatives, alternative products, as well as self-care, culture, inspirational figures, and more—all designed to make sustainability a common everyday practice.

The new Politics category provides users with an overview of how state and federal systems operate, highlighting the power individuals have to influence these systems, and offers key actions anyone can take—both locally and nationally.

A standout feature of the overall initiative is the 1y4e Journey, a gamified program that guides participants in building sustainable habits one week at a time. As users engage with seasonal content and take actionable steps, they earn points that translate into real-world impact: every point earned helps fund reforestation projects through 1y4e’s partners, supporting tree planting both in the U.S. and the Global South. Participants receive a certificate of completion and can each plant up to 5 carbon sequestering trees via the 1y4e Journey.

1y4e founder Doug Fogelson developed the platform to combat climate overwhelm and offer clear, pragmatic pathways to action.

“We want to give people ways to feel empowered—or even excited—and move into action,” said Fogelson. “Our team has carefully researched and vetted resources that cut through the clutter online and make sustainable living the practical, normal choice.”

Michayla George , a student at Loyola University Chicago’s School of Sustainability, praised the platform:

“I was really impressed by the range of tools on the site. Its thoughtful design makes it simple to find actions that support anyone’s sustainability journey now and in the future. I love that learning how to reduce harm can also lead to planting trees—it makes the effort feel tangible.“

By meeting people online and inspiring real-world action, One Year for Earth advances its broader mission: to normalize sustainability, conserve natural resources, and build long-term resilience into our culture.

For more information, to participate, or to support the initiative, visit www.1y4e.org. All tax-deductible donations directly fund 1y4e’s reforestation efforts.

Media Contact: info@1y4e.org

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