NextEra Energy Transmission and Exelon Welcome PJM Board Vote to Advance Grid Reliability Project

JUNO BEACH, Fla. and CHICAGO, Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — NextEra Energy Transmission, LLC, a subsidiary of NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NEE), and Exelon Corporation (Nasdaq: EXC) today welcomed the PJM Board of Directors’ approval of their proposed ~220-mile, 765-kV transmission line. The project will enhance electric reliability and affordability for West Virginia, Pennsylvania and the MidAtlantic region.

Why it matters: Advancing this project is a key step in addressing reliability risks and ensuring long-term grid stability. This investment will benefit customers and unlock new generation opportunities across the region, reinforcing the grid as electricity supply struggles to keep pace with rising demand. As the regional grid operator for 13 states and D.C., PJM Board’s decision reflects their determination that these reliability challenges cannot be solved with small or localized upgrades alone—extraordinary demand growth requires a suite of solutions.

Core benefits of the transmission line:

  • Adds critically-needed capacity to meet rising demand
  • Enables new generation to connect to the grid
  • Ensures a supply of affordable electricity for families and small businesses
  • Attracts industrial investment and economic development
  • Creates good-paying jobs during construction and beyond

A word from Matt Valle, president of NextEra Energy Transmission: “This transmission line enables long-term safe, reliable and affordable power for the region—this is a win for residents and a win for the local economy.”

A word from Carim Khouzami, executive vice president of transmission and development for Exelon: “As electricity demand increases are outpacing the current supply, this investment will be critical to ensuring we can bring the energy needed to meet the needs of families and small businesses across Pennsylvania and West Virginia while keeping customer affordability at the forefront. This result will allow us to deliver meaningful, lasting value for the region.”

Next steps: NextEra Energy Transmission and Exelon are dedicated to fostering transparent and meaningful engagement with community members throughout this process and connecting at open houses later this year. The objective is to minimize impacts on landowners and the broader community as this critical transmission project is advanced.

About NextEra Energy Transmission
NextEra Energy Transmission, LLC is North America’s leading competitive transmission company. With more than 3,100 miles of transmission lines in operation and development in 18 states and Canada, the company is strengthening and modernizing the electric grid to meet the country’s growing energy needs. NextEra Energy Transmission owns, develops, finances, constructs, operates and maintains transmission assets across the continent. The company operates through its regional subsidiaries to integrate diverse energy sources. NextEra Energy Transmission, LLC is a subsidiary of Juno Beach, Florida-based NextEra Energy, Inc. For more information, visit www.NextEraEnergyTransmission.com

About Exelon:
Exelon (Nasdaq: EXC) is a Fortune 200 company and one of the nation’s largest utility companies, serving almost 11 million customers through six fully regulated transmission and distribution utilities — Atlantic City Electric, BGE, ComEd, Delmarva Power, PECO, and Pepco. Exelon’s more than 20,000 employees dedicate their time and expertise to supporting our communities through reliable, affordable and efficient energy delivery, workforce development, equity, economic development and volunteerism. Follow @Exelon on X and LinkedIn.

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NextEra Energy Transmission and Exelon Welcome PJM Board Vote to Advance Grid Reliability Project

JUNO BEACH, Fla. and CHICAGO, Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — NextEra Energy Transmission, LLC, a subsidiary of NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NEE), and Exelon Corporation (Nasdaq: EXC) today welcomed the PJM Board of Directors’ approval of their proposed ~220-mile, 765-kV transmission line. The project will enhance electric reliability and affordability for West Virginia, Pennsylvania and the MidAtlantic region.

Why it matters: Advancing this project is a key step in addressing reliability risks and ensuring long-term grid stability. This investment will benefit customers and unlock new generation opportunities across the region, reinforcing the grid as electricity supply struggles to keep pace with rising demand. As the regional grid operator for 13 states and D.C., PJM Board’s decision reflects their determination that these reliability challenges cannot be solved with small or localized upgrades alone—extraordinary demand growth requires a suite of solutions.

Core benefits of the transmission line:

  • Adds critically-needed capacity to meet rising demand
  • Enables new generation to connect to the grid
  • Ensures a supply of affordable electricity for families and small businesses
  • Attracts industrial investment and economic development
  • Creates good-paying jobs during construction and beyond

A word from Matt Valle, president of NextEra Energy Transmission: “This transmission line enables long-term safe, reliable and affordable power for the region—this is a win for residents and a win for the local economy.”

A word from Carim Khouzami, executive vice president of transmission and development for Exelon: “As electricity demand increases are outpacing the current supply, this investment will be critical to ensuring we can bring the energy needed to meet the needs of families and small businesses across Pennsylvania and West Virginia while keeping customer affordability at the forefront. This result will allow us to deliver meaningful, lasting value for the region.”

Next steps: NextEra Energy Transmission and Exelon are dedicated to fostering transparent and meaningful engagement with community members throughout this process and connecting at open houses later this year. The objective is to minimize impacts on landowners and the broader community as this critical transmission project is advanced.

About NextEra Energy Transmission
NextEra Energy Transmission, LLC is North America’s leading competitive transmission company. With more than 3,100 miles of transmission lines in operation and development in 18 states and Canada, the company is strengthening and modernizing the electric grid to meet the country’s growing energy needs. NextEra Energy Transmission owns, develops, finances, constructs, operates and maintains transmission assets across the continent. The company operates through its regional subsidiaries to integrate diverse energy sources. NextEra Energy Transmission, LLC is a subsidiary of Juno Beach, Florida-based NextEra Energy, Inc. For more information, visit www.NextEraEnergyTransmission.com

About Exelon:
Exelon (Nasdaq: EXC) is a Fortune 200 company and one of the nation’s largest utility companies, serving almost 11 million customers through six fully regulated transmission and distribution utilities — Atlantic City Electric, BGE, ComEd, Delmarva Power, PECO, and Pepco. Exelon’s more than 20,000 employees dedicate their time and expertise to supporting our communities through reliable, affordable and efficient energy delivery, workforce development, equity, economic development and volunteerism. Follow @Exelon on X and LinkedIn.

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Deckard Technologies Drives Compliance Gains Nationwide, Including 10% Increase in Holmes Beach

HOLMES BEACH, Fla., Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Short term rental compliance in Holmes Beach increased 10 percent in 2025 as the city modernized its oversight and enforcement efforts through a partnership with Deckard Technologies, city officials announced.

More than 1,600 short term rentals are now in compliance as Holmes Beach enters 2026, following the implementation of Deckard’s Rentalscape platform. The city credits the technology with creating a more efficient, consistent and fair system for managing one of its most complex and high impact issues.

“Deckard has made managing short term rentals far more efficient for our team,” said Nate Brown, code compliance officer for Holmes Beach. “Before this partnership, enforcing our ordinance required a significant amount of legwork and in person investigations. With Deckard, we are able to gather the same information much faster, which lets us run a more effective and accountable program.”

Holmes Beach has experienced a steady rise in short term rentals, a trend that affects neighborhood quality of life, parking availability, trash collection demands, noise complaints and overall resident satisfaction. City officials said establishing a fair and enforceable structure has become essential for a coastal community made up of both visitors and full time residents.

“Short term rentals impact everything from noise and traffic to trash collection and parking,” Brown said. “For a coastal community with full time residents like ours, having a reliable way to manage these challenges is essential. Deckard helps us protect the quality of life our residents expect while still supporting responsible tourism.”

City leaders said one of the most important benefits of the platform is the fairness it brings to enforcement. Rentalscape scans online listings and compares them to local ordinances, allowing the city to determine which properties are compliant and which are not.

“Deckard applies Holmes Beach’s short term rental ordinance consistently and impartially, which creates a level playing field for every property owner,” Brown said. “The system treats everyone the same. Anyone flagged is simply someone who is not meeting the requirements, and that fairness is incredibly important for our community.”

Code Compliance Clerk Allyson Kalicharan said the platform has also improved daily operations.

“Deckard has made our work more manageable and more efficient,” Kalicharan said. “It gives us what we need to enforce the ordinance consistently and keep the program running smoothly.”

Holmes Beach is one of more than 400 jurisdictions nationwide using Rentalscape. In 2025, Deckard Technologies reported record results, helping local governments monitor more than 15 million short term rental listings, increase compliance to an average of 95.3 percent and drive a 40 percent increase in tax collection tied to accurate identification and enforcement.

“Local governments are under mounting pressure to protect neighborhoods and ensure compliance, and 2025 made that clearer than ever,” said Nick Del Pego, CEO of Deckard Technologies. “In Holmes Beach and across the country, our partners are seeing measurable improvements in fairness, transparency and revenue recovery.”

Across the country, jurisdictions reported significant gains. In Redondo Beach, California, the city identified and addressed more than 1,000 unlicensed listings. In Southold, New York, officials discovered more than 400 properties that appeared to violate a 14 night minimum stay rule. In Fort Myers Beach, Florida, officials transitioned from manually monitoring multiple websites to a centralized system and described it as a major step toward more consistent enforcement.

Deckard added 120 new municipal customers in 2025, including 14 in Florida and 10 in New York, and expanded its operational capacity by tripling the size of its Client Experience team. Guided by user feedback, the company delivered 75 enhancements to Rentalscape, including expanded artificial intelligence tools, a new Inspection Portal to simplify compliance tracking and improved communication features such as automated tax reminders.

Looking ahead to 2026, the company plans to introduce additional artificial intelligence capabilities, new automation features and predictive modeling tools designed to help communities forecast tax revenue and better understand housing impacts.

For more information about Deckard Technologies, visit www.deckard.com

About Deckard Technologies: 
Deckard Technologies delivers the only intelligence engine designed to provide complete visibility into the rental market. We empower local governments to reclaim millions in revenue by capturing real time data on active listings that standard tools overlook. Deckard’s Rentalscape platform is powered by Cyborg, a proprietary AI engine developed in-house to monitor short term and long term rental activity daily. Through continuous monitoring, Deckard captures transient rental activity and revenue signals essential to accurate compliance and enforcement.

Deckard maintains strict data sovereignty by developing its models in house within a secure, compliant environment. By combining advanced machine intelligence with expert human verification, Deckard delivers court defensible evidence and absolute accountability for the modern city. Forensic AI drives rapid property discovery, while Deckard’s analysts validate findings to ensure governments act on facts, not probabilities.

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Zum Launches Its First Fully Electric School Bus Yard on the East Coast

Branford Public Schools (CT) to Become the Largest Fully Electric Fleet in the Northeast, Marking Zum’s Continued Electrification National Expansion

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Zūm, the leader in modern student transportation, announced that it will deploy a fully electric school bus fleet for Branford Public Schools beginning in the 2026–27 school year, making Branford the largest fully electric school district with vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capabilities in the Northeast. All electric buses will be supported by modern charging infrastructure, with built-in bidirectional V2G capabilities.

This announcement represents a significant moment for Branford and the evolution of student transportation nationwide. As the largest school district in the Northeast to fully electrify its school bus fleet, Branford is demonstrating that clean, reliable electric student transportation is not a future ambition, but a current possibility for school districts across the country.

The electric fleet is designed with the future capability to strengthen grid resilience by enabling school bus batteries to return energy to the local grid at scale when not in use. This vehicle-to-grid capacity transforms what has traditionally been an underutilized asset into a strategic energy resource — improving reliability, maximizing the value of district infrastructure, and supporting long-term sustainability.

Zum also provides the students and parents of Branford Public Schools with enhanced safety and reliability, reflected in a 98% on-time arrival rate to school. Through its parent app, families can see exactly where their children are during every ride to and from school — creating peace of mind for families each day.

Zum and Branford Public Schools announced the initiative today at Zum’s Branford student transportation yard during an event attended by local and state leaders, including Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz.

“This marks a major milestone in Zum’s continued national electrification expansion and an exciting moment for student transportation,” said Ritu Narayan, Founder and CEO of Zum. “As we expand our electrification efforts to the East Coast and launch our first fully electric school bus fleet in the region, Branford is helping set a new national standard. With Zum’s technology platform and this state-of-the-art EV fleet, we are reimagining what’s possible — building a modern transportation system rooted in operational excellence and a relentless focus on safety that improves the experience for students, families, and drivers, sets kids up for success in the classroom, strengthens grid reliability and resiliency, and delivers lasting benefits to the entire community.”

“Branford Public Schools, in partnership with Zum, is committed to delivering a first-class transportation system that prioritizes students and families while setting a new standard for safety, reliability, and sustainability,” said Superintendent Christopher Tranberg. “Electric school buses with bidirectional charging capabilities create cleaner transportation today and have the potential to support grid resilience by returning energy from bus batteries back to the grid in the future.”

“Branford is proving that clean, reliable student transportation is possible today,” said Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz. “By deploying the largest fully electric school bus fleet in the Northeast, we are delivering cleaner air for kids, smarter infrastructure for communities, and a model for the nation.”

In 2024, Branford Public Schools awarded Zum a 10-year student transportation contract with the goal of transitioning the district to a 100% electric school bus fleet within five years. Through its partnership with Zum, Branford Public Schools is now on track to achieve this transition within the first two years of the contract—three years ahead of schedule.

This achievement builds on Zum’s growing national momentum. Today, Zum partners with school districts across 15 states, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Omaha, Boston and Kansas City, delivering a fully integrated, transparent, and reliable transportation platform at scale. In the 2024–25 school year, Zum made history by deploying the nation’s first fully electric school bus fleet in Oakland Unified School District in California.

To learn more about how Zum is working with thousands of schools to deliver safe, reliable and modern student transportation, please visit Zum’s website.

About Zūm
Zum is a technology-led, data-driven transportation company transforming student transportation—the largest mass transit system in the United States. Today, Zum provides turnkey, modern transportation solutions to more than 4,000 schools across 15 states and is expanding rapidly nationwide. Recognized globally for its innovative approach and operational execution, Zum has raised over $350 million from leading investors including Sequoia Capital, GIC, and SoftBank. Zum has been named to Fast Company’s World’s Most Innovative Companies, CNBC Disruptor 50 and Changemakers, the World Economic Forum, and the Financial Times Fastest Growing Companies. Learn more at www.ridezum.com.

About Branford Public Schools
Located in Branford, Connecticut, Branford Public Schools provides a high-quality, inclusive public education for students from pre-kindergarten through grade 12. The district is committed to academic excellence, student well-being, and equitable learning opportunities that prepare students to think critically, contribute to their communities, and navigate a changing world.

CONTACT:
Jenny Mayfield, Vice President of Communications – press@ridezum.com

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Consider Recycling as You Shop for A New Mattress this Presidents Day Weekend

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Presidents Day is known as one of the highest-volume mattress sales weekends, which means many consumers are likely thinking about how to get rid of an old one. On average, across the United States, approximately 15 -20 million mattresses are no longer wanted each year. However, this does not mean they have to end up in a landfill.

In several states, recycling mattress is easier than you may think. The bedding industry’s Mattress Recycling Council (MRC) administers a program known as Bye Bye Mattress in California, Connecticut, Oregon and Rhode Island. Since launching over a decade ago, MRC has recycled more than 17 million mattresses!

MRC’s Bye Bye Mattress is made possible by a fee that is collected when mattresses and box springs are sold in these states. The fee is used to create a statewide collection network that receives mattresses through a variety of channels – retailers, solid waste providers, local governments, nonprofits, as well as hotels, universities, hospitals and others that discard old mattresses.

Once mattresses arrive at a recycling facility, they are cut open and the materials are separated and prepared for use in other products. Foam and fibers can be used in carpet padding. Innersprings become scrap steel for use in a variety of products. Wooden frames are chipped for use in mulch or biomass fuel.

“When planning what to do with your old mattress, ByeByeMattress.com is a great resource,” said Mike O’Donnell, Chief Operating Officer of the Mattress Recycling Council. “You can learn how we work with mattress retailers in your state, search for your nearest free drop off location or see if your curbside collection provider is participating.”

ByeByeMattress.com also provides a list of mattress recyclers operating in other states across the U.S.

About the Mattress Recycling Council
The Mattress Recycling Council (MRC) is a nonprofit organization created by the International Sleep Product Association and operates recycling programs in four states that have passed mattress recycling laws. MRC recycles over 2 million mattresses each year. For more information, go to www.MattressRecyclingCouncil.org. To learn how to recycle your mattress or to find a collection location or event near you, visit www.ByeByeMattress.

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National Donor Day Spotlight: DaVita Patient Care Technician Donates Kidney

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When Holly’s husband, Heston, was diagnosed with end-stage kidney disease, their lives changed overnight — bringing months of uncertainty. Driven to make a meaningful impact, Holly left her job to become a patient care technician at DaVita, turning her lived experience into guidance and support for others on their kidney journey.

Last year, Holly made the selfless decision to donate her kidney. While she wasn’t a match to donate to Heston, she was able to give through a paired exchange that connects living donors with recipients across a network, expanding access to life-saving transplants and unlocking increased chance for Heston to receive his own.

This #NationalDonorDay, we honor Holly — and all living donors — whose courage and compassion transform lives and bring hope to families everywhere.

About DaVita Inc.

DaVita (NYSE: DVA) is a health care provider focused on transforming care delivery to improve quality of life for patients globally. As a comprehensive kidney care provider, DaVita has been a leader in clinical quality and innovation for more than 25 years. DaVita cares for patients at every stage and setting along their kidney health journey— from slowing the progression of kidney disease to helping support transplantation. This includes ensuring they are supported at home, in dialysis centers, in the hospital and in skilled nursing facilities. As of December 31, 2025, DaVita served approximately 295,000 patients at 3,242 outpatient dialysis centers, of which 2,657 centers were located in the United States and 585 centers were located in 14 other countries worldwide. DaVita has reduced hospitalizations, improved mortality, helped improve health access and worked collaboratively to propel the kidney care community to adopt a higher quality standard of care for all patients, everywhere. To learn more, visit DaVita.com/About.

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FIBRA Prologis to Host Fourth Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call February 24

MEXICO CITY, Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV: FIBRAPL 14), a leading owner and operator of Class-A logistics real estate in Mexico, will host a webcast and conference call with senior management to discuss fourth quarter results, current market conditions and future outlook on Tuesday, February 24, at 9:00 a.m. Mexico Time.

To access a live broadcast of the call, dial +1 888 596 4144 (toll-free from the United States and Canada), 800 269 4416 (toll-free from Mexico) or +1 646 968 2525 from all other countries or and enter conference code 4603995. A live webcast can be accessed at www.fibraprologis.com in the Investor Relations section February 24.

A telephonic replay will be available February 24 – March 3 at +1 800 770 2030 from the U.S. and Canada or at +1 647 362 9199 from all other countries using conference code 4603995. The replay will be posted in the Investor Relations section of the FIBRA Prologis website.

ABOUT FIBRA PROLOGIS

FIBRA Prologis is a leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico. As of September 30, 2025, the company’s portfolio comprised 515 Investment Properties, totaling 87.0 million square feet (8.1 million square meters). This includes 348 logistics and manufacturing facilities across 6 industrial core markets in Mexico, comprising 65.7 million square feet (6.1 million square meters) of Gross Leasing Area (GLA) and 167 buildings with 21.3 million square feet (2.0 million square meters) of non-strategic assets in other markets.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

The statements in this release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about the industry and markets in which FIBRA Prologis operates, management’s beliefs and assumptions made by management.  Such statements involve uncertainties that could significantly impact FIBRA Prologis financial results. Words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates,” variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements, which generally are not historical in nature.  All statements that address operating performance, events or developments that we expect or anticipate will occur in the future — including statements relating to rent and occupancy growth, acquisition activity, development activity, disposition activity, general conditions in the geographic areas where we operate, our debt and financial position, are forward-looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Although we believe the expectations reflected in any forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, we can give no assurance that our expectations will be attained and therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such forward-looking statements. Some of the factors that may affect outcomes and results include, but are not limited to: (i) national, international, regional and local economic climates, (ii) changes in financial markets, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, (iii) increased or unanticipated competition for our properties, (iv) risks associated with acquisitions, dispositions and development of properties, (v) maintenance of real estate investment trust (“FIBRA”) status and tax structuring, (vi) availability of financing and capital, the levels of debt that we maintain and our credit ratings, (vii) risks related to our investments (viii) environmental uncertainties, including risks of natural disasters, (ix) risks related to the coronavirus pandemic, and (x) those additional factors discussed in reports filed with the “Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Valores” and  the Mexican Stock Exchange by FIBRA Prologis under the heading “Risk Factors.” FIBRA Prologis undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statements appearing in this release.

Non-Solicitation – Any securities discussed herein or in the accompanying presentations, if any, have not been registered under the Securities Act of 1933 or the securities laws of any state and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements under the Securities Act and any applicable state securities laws. Any such announcement does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the securities discussed herein or in the presentations, if and as applicable.

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How We Build Trust Through Our Work and Culture

Trust isn’t created by software alone. It’s shaped by the values, teams and decisions behind it.

At Gen, responsibility isn’t separate from our work in security and privacy; it’s foundational to it. How we govern our business, support our people and invest in communities directly influences the trust people place in our products. In 2025, that approach was recognized across multiple fronts, reflecting a consistent focus on responsibility, impact and long-term value.

Responsibility is built into how we operate

Gen was named to Newsweek’s ranking of America’s Most Responsible Companies for the third year in a row, a recognition based on performance across more than 30 indicators evaluated by Newsweek and its research partners, spanning environmental impact, social responsibility and governance practices.

This recognition reflects how responsibility is embedded into our operating model, not treated as a parallel initiative, but as part of how decisions are made and progress is measured.

Investing in the people behind the products

Trust is also built from the inside out.

In 2025, Newsweek recognized Gen across eight of its America’s Greatest Workplaces lists, including:

These rankings reflect sustained investment in employee experience, engagement and flexibility, creating an environment where people can do meaningful work and grow over time.

Advancing women in cybersecurity

Building a safer digital future requires broader participation, especially in an industry where representation has historically lagged.

Gen was named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women, recognizing efforts to support advancement and professional development through programs such as:

  • WONDER, Employee Resource Group for women
  • Geniverse, which provides ongoing development opportunities across global teams

These internal efforts are reinforced by external partnerships focused on expanding access to cybersecurity education and careers, including Czechitas, Women4Cyber and the Nasscom Foundation in Europe and India.

Extending impact beyond Gen

Our responsibility work extends beyond our own teams. Our ongoing partnership with the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS) on Surf Smart 2.0 was recognized at the Third Sector Awards in the Big Impact category. To date, the program has reached more than 850,000 young women and girls across 100 countries, providing practical digital safety skills and supporting young leaders working to make the internet a safer place.

One standard, everywhere

Across governance, workplace culture and community impact, the throughline is consistency.

The same principle that guides how we build security products also guides how we operate as a company: long-term trust is earned through care, accountability and real-world impact.

To learn more about these initiatives and our broader approach to responsibility, explore our latest Social Impact Report.

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Hundreds Brave Icy Weather to Attend FHU Spiritual Growth Workshop

HENDERSON, Tenn., Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Freed-Hardeman University hosted a successful Spiritual Growth Workshop Feb. 4-6, after icy campus conditions forced the cancellation of the annual Bible Lectureship. Despite remaining weather challenges, approximately 500 visitors received spiritual encouragement from 27 different speakers over the course of the three-day workshop, while more than 870 virtual attendees took advantage of available livestreams.

“While having to cancel the FHU Lectureship because of the ice was disappointing, we were reminded of God’s rich blessings by those who attended and supported the Spiritual Growth Workshop,” said Dr. Doug Burleson, director of the annual lectureship. “We left the workshop encouraged, fulfilled and ready to take what we learned to better serve our friends and neighbors.”

Because of remaining icy conditions, all sessions were held in Dryden Auditorium, and campus shuttles were available to transport visitors to and from the Jones Family Dining Hall. The FHU Associates offered a mini version of their famous FHBrew in Dryden’s hospitality room, serving specialty coffees, teas and pastries to guests, with proceeds benefitting student scholarships.

The Spiritual Growth Workshop was planned as an abbreviated alternative to lectureship which would allow those in close proximity to FHU to learn together. Several attendees, however, still chose to travel greater distances in order to be there in person.

Brenda Hambelton and her husband made the six-hour drive from their home in Gainesville, Missouri, to attend the workshop. “We plan for the lectureship every year. So even though that didn’t happen, I’m so glad we have this,” she shared. “My experience this week has been teary and wonderful. I’ve heard so many things to think about and go back home and implement.”

Hambelton enjoyed attending Friday’s women’s session, led by Kristen Hicks, on the topic of “Leaving Behind Broken Cisterns for the Fountain of Living Water.” She noted that the shorter schedule made it easier for her to choose which sessions to attend. “I love the lectureship but it’s impossible to hear every speaker that you want to hear. The slower pace of the workshop has been nice and allowed me to attend almost every session that I wanted.”

Snow and ice also didn’t keep FHU alumnus John Savage from traveling to Henderson from Louisville, Kentucky, for the workshop. As the president and principal of Academy for Individual Excellence, a pre-K through 12th grade school in Jeffersontown, Kentucky, Savage gathered insight from the session “Impactful Families: Making the Most of Everyday,” led by Ben Coleman, adjunct instructor of Bible at FHU and Family and Education Minister at Bartlett Woods in Bartlett, Tennessee. “I work with kids and families, and I’ve been gathering lessons about the impact of prayer. I’ve been dwelling on it, and I plan to share that when I return,” Savage said.

Following the closing session, “Discipline Yourself for Godliness: The Spiritual Disciplines for Spiritual Growth,” led by Dr. Matt Cook, assistant professor of Bible, Savage left the three-day workshop feeling “full.” “I came here to be fed,” he said. “And this workshop reminded me to not carry all of the baggage we tend to carry, but instead to be sure we keep our relationship with God and to not compare ourselves to each other.”

FHU President David R. Shannon thanked everyone who helped plan and attend the workshop, whether in person or online. Acknowledging the challenging week both lectureship committees faced in pivoting to the new format, he emphasized that FHU was not alone in the effort. “We can see how God has truly used this time. Thank you, God! This has been a good and pleasant time together.”

All plans for the 90th Annual Bible Lectureship, set to study the gospel of Matthew, have been moved to 2027. Although the planning committee initially referred to it as the 91st, they decided the 2027 event will officially be recognized as the 90th anniversary.

The mission of Freed-Hardeman University is to help students develop their God-given talents for His glory by empowering them with an education that integrates Christian faith, scholarship and service. Located in Henderson, Tennessee, FHU offers associate, bachelor’s, master’s, specialist and doctoral degrees. More information is available at fhu.edu.

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How Trane Technologies’ Madison Smith Found Community in the Graduate Training Program

For Madison Smith, engineering was always about versatility. She earned her degree in mechanical engineering with a focus on biomedical applications, never imagining she’d find her way to HVAC.

Today, she’s a participant in Trane Technologies’ Graduate Training Program (GTP), preparing to take on her new role in Vancouver, B.C., as a Service Account Manager. “I never would have expected to go into HVAC,” Madison says. “But my internship with Trane Technologies really opened my eyes. I realized that I could combine my technical background with something that helps people.”

VIDEO: How Madison Found Community in the Graduate Training Program

Conquering the learning curve

Like many new grads, Madison quickly realized that stepping into industry came with a steep learning curve. “After four or five years of studying, you get to the field and suddenly realize how much you still don’t know,” she reflects. “Especially in HVAC, which is so specialized. If you don’t have a company that’s willing to invest in your training, it can be really overwhelming.”

That’s what made the GTP so appealing: a five-month immersive program that blends hands-on learning with real-world exposure, designed specifically for early-career professionals in sales, engineering and service. “A lot of companies just throw you in. But here, we’re getting the foundation we need to succeed.”

Theory, practice and people

What sets the Graduate Training Program apart for Madison is how it connects conceptual knowledge to real-world application. “In university, you learn a lot of theory. But this program shows you how it actually applies in the field, in real mechanical rooms, with real customers, solving real problems. That’s been my favorite part.”

It’s also given her the chance to build relationships with customers in diverse industries. “HVAC touches every kind of industry. In service, I get to work with education, healthcare and even industrial clients. It’s diverse and dynamic, and because I’m customer-facing, I’m constantly learning from the people I support.”

Bridging the sustainability gap for customers

Madison sees her role as not just a technician or problem solver, but a knowledge-sharer. “There’s a real gap in technical and sustainability knowledge with many of our customers,” she explains. “I’m excited to be able to empower them with that knowledge. I can walk into their mechanical room and help them identify opportunities to meet their sustainability goals.”

She credits Trane Technologies’ clear mission, to boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world, as a driving force behind her own.

“I didn’t realize how big of a role HVAC plays in reducing community emissions until my internship. Especially in Vancouver, where there’s a push for electrification and a lot of aging infrastructure. I know we can make a huge impact.”

A culture of confidence

Above all, Madison highlights the collaborative spirit of the program. “You can tell a lot of time went into planning this. Everything is so well organized. The instructors are always available, and the other participants are so supportive. We learn by teaching each other, and that culture of community creates a really great learning environment.”

Her advice for other young engineers? Don’t go it alone. “If you’re a people person, I recommend doing sales engineering. And the Graduate Training Program is a really great option. It’s able to train you and ramp you up to a good baseline level of knowledge so you can step into your career more confidently.”

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