MIAMI, Oct. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Picolinis Animal Rescue is on a heartfelt mission to change lives — one paw at a time. Dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming dogs of all ages, the organization places a special emphasis on senior and special-needs dogs who are too often overlooked.

“Every dog deserves love, comfort, and a family to call their own,” said Sofia Valverde, Founder of Picolinis Animal Rescue. “Our mission is to make sure no dog is left behind, regardless of age, health, or circumstance. With the support of our community, we’re able to give them the second chance they deserve.”

This year, Picolinis Animal Rescue is proud to partner with Global Child: Travel & Purpose, ranked as one of the top travel shows in the world, to amplify its mission. Miami-born siblings Augusto Valverde (Founder & Host of Global Child) and Sofia Valverde are teaming up to shine a light on this vital cause, using their shared love for their hometown to inspire real impact.

Global Child surpassed 650 million impressions in the last year alone, generating over $17 million USD of verified media exposure across platforms such as ReachTV, Tubi, Pluto TV, and more. With major upcoming projects, including filming with Andrea Bocelli in Tuscany, the team is doubling down on using its global reach to make a positive impact at home.

“It’s always important to also give back where we live,” said Augusto. “Miami gave us our roots and our purpose. Supporting Sofia’s work with Picolinis is about giving back to our community and helping protect those who cannot protect themselves.”

A Movement of Compassion

Through compassionate care and community engagement, Picolinis provides medical support, fosters loving environments, and finds forever homes for dogs who have endured neglect or abandonment. By highlighting senior and special-needs dogs, the organization is raising awareness about the transformative power of adoption and inspiring people to open their hearts and homes.

Get Involved Today

Now, “Picolinis Angels” is calling on the Miami community — and beyond — to step up and become heroes for elder dogs. This heartfelt movement invites everyone to help provide the love, care, and dignity these animals deserve while fueling ongoing rescue efforts that change lives every single day.

Website: picolinisanimalrescue dot com
Instagram: picolinisanimalrescue

Visit their socials to stay up to date on upcoming events and discover more of Picolinis’ inspiring work in Miami and abroad.

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WUHU, China, Oct. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As carbon neutrality becomes a global consensus and intelligent transformation reshapes industries, the automotive value chain is undergoing a profound shift—from hardware-driven competition to ecosystem co-creation. At this historic juncture, the 2025 Chery International User Summit built an open global platform, becoming a focal point for the entire industry.

With its core theme “Co-Create • Co-Define,” the summit served not only as a showcase of Chery’s global achievements but also as a declaration of future mobility. Positioned as a pioneer in smart and green mobility, Chery is reshaping industry boundaries through user co-creation and shared value—offering systematic, sustainable solutions that unite people, vehicles, and nature.

Shared Green Vision: Turning Commitment into Global Action

In response to global climate and resource challenges, Chery Group integrates ESG into its core strategy and decision-making, setting an example of responsible growth. Chery has evolved from product export to cultural and lifestyle co-creation, building a sustainable global community.

During the summit, the upgraded Chery Global ESG Advisory Alliance was officially launched under the witness of international dignitaries, marking a new phase of global ESG collaboration for Chery.

Led by Mr. Ban Ki-moon, the 8th Secretary-General of the United Nations and Chery Global ESG Honorary Advisor, the Alliance brings together leading figures from international sustainability organizations and industrial chain partners.

Their participation injects cutting-edge global insight and strong professional support into Chery’s ESG strategy—demonstrating the company’s determination to lead the industry in ESG standard-setting and to advance large-scale sustainable mobility worldwide.”

During the summit, Mr. Ban Ki-moon remarked:

“In today’s changing world, we need vital leadership from all sectors to help transcend the pressing challenges we are facing. Against this backdrop, I believe that Chery’s commercially successful ESG practices could offer a viable new path for the larger automotive industry to forge win-win victories for both business and societal value.”

Mr. Ban Ki-moon particularly emphasized:

“Chery’s concrete actions – such as establishing ‘Green Factories’, developing advanced new energy technologies, building a responsible supply chain, and supporting education – show how broad goals translate into tangible steps, demonstrating timely corporate citizenship. I firmly believe that this shared commitment, and dynamic convergence exemplifies the guiding spirt: ‘actions speak louder than words’.”

At the summit, Chery Group and UNICEF jointly announced a renewed three-year strategic partnership, with an additional USD 6 million commitment to create inclusive, healthy, and safe learning environments for children worldwide.

Meanwhile, Chery will further strengthen its partnership with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) through the global “Cherish the Nature” initiative, advancing Nature-based Solutions (NbS) as a cornerstone of its sustainable growth strategy- demonstrating how environmental protection can drive lasting economic and social value.

As the first Chinese automaker (with its first vehicle model) to receive the Sino-Europe Automotive Carbon Footprint Mutual Recognition Certificate, Chery’s ESG system—built on three pillars: low-carbon transformation and nature-positive action, value chain co-creation, and integrity-driven growth—is turning sustainability from corporate vision into measurable, industry-wide practices.

Technology as the Foundation: Innovation with a Human Touch

A solid technological foundation has always been the core strength of Chery Group’s sustainable growth. Amid industry transformation, Chery remains committed to its “Technology-Oriented” strategy—pioneering a path of innovation that is both eco-friendly and value-driven, empowering the global automotive sector toward a sustainable future.

During the summit, more than ten breakthrough technologies were unveiled, including the next-generation hybrid engine, humanoid robots, intelligent digital chassis, amphibious mobility systems, autonomous driving large models, and flying mobility platforms. The AiMOGA Robotics made its independent debut, astonishing audiences by autonomously performing tasks such as pouring juice and assisting as an award presenter—demonstrating its full potential as a reliable, human-centered intelligent companion.

These technological breakthroughs stem not only from years of engineering expertise but also from the synergistic power of Chery’s global R&D network. This open and forward-looking global innovation system continues to fuel “Technology Chery,” while serving as a driving force for the global automotive industry’s green and intelligent transformation. 

Co-Creation and Shared Value: When Users Become Product Designers

If technology is the backbone of Chery’s progress, then user co-creation is its soul.

At the summit, more than 3,000 representatives from Chery’s 17.72 million global users took part as true “product managers,” deeply engaging in defining the brand’s meaning and future direction. Throughout the venue, users from diverse countries exchanged stories about their journeys with Chery. They tested vehicles on professional tracks, shared feedback in design workshops, witnessed automation at Chery’s Smart Factory in Changshu, and even co-created at the world’s first LEPAS Global Boutique Store—all while echoing the OMODA&JAECOO spirit: “My car, my definition!”

“We are not here to listen to stories—we are here to write them,” said a dealer from Brazil at the User Festival. From design customization to user rights, from smart cabin UX to service processes—user feedback is now systematically gathered, refined, and applied to Chery’s product development and brand evolution. No matter who they are or where they come from, every user shares the same goal—to build better vehicles. Co-creation has thus become the new starting point of Chery’s innovation journey.

From Explorer to Leader: The Time for Evolution Is Now

The 2025 Chery International User Summit was not only a celebration of technology and ecosystem innovation but also a profound practice of co-creation, co-definition, and co-prosperity with users.

As Mr. Yin Tongyue, Chairman of Chery Automobile Co., Ltd. (9973.HK), noted, under the guidance of the “In somewhere, For somewhere, Be somewhere” globalization strategy, Chery Group hope to develop low-carbon and zero-carbon technologies by collaborating with more global partners. It seeks to fulfill its responsibility as a global corporate citizen through practical actions, forming a new global paradigm of shared technology, co-created value, and mutually beneficial growth, ultimately to do good to human beings.

From an automaker to a creator of intelligent mobility ecosystems, Chery is transforming its sustainability commitments into measurable and tangible practices—together with global users, at a pivotal moment for the industry.

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ODESSA, Texas, Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Arnold & Itkin LLP has filed a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of the family of Christopher Eric Wilke, who was killed in a tractor-trailer collision on State Highway 302 in Ector County. The suit names US Oilfield Services, LLC, Rickman Transport, Inc., and truck driver Lester Manuel Pena Feria as defendants.

According to the petition, on June 30, 2025, Mr. Wilke was driving westbound in a company vehicle when Mr. Feria, operating a tractor-trailer for the trucking defendants, attempted a left turn across the highway. The truck failed to yield the right of way, colliding with Mr. Wilke’s vehicle. The trucking accident caused fatal injuries to Mr. Wilke, leaving behind his wife, Jennifer, and their children Lauren, Josh, Sam, and Nick.

The lawsuit alleges that the collision was the result of negligence by Mr. Feria, including failure to yield, failure to maintain a safe speed and distance, failure to keep a proper lookout, and violations of traffic safety laws. The complaint also accuses the trucking companies of negligence in hiring, training, and supervising Mr. Feria, as well as failing to implement proper safety policies and procedures.

In addition to negligence, the petition asserts claims for gross negligence, alleging that the defendants acted with conscious disregard for the safety of others despite knowing the risks of their conduct. The Wilke family is seeking actual damages for pain and suffering, loss of companionship and consortium, lost wages, loss of inheritance, and funeral expenses. The suit also seeks exemplary damages under Texas law.

The Wilke family is represented by Texas truck accident attorneys Jason Itkin, Noah Wexler, Trevor Courtney, Daniel Cassee, and Foster Willie of Arnold & Itkin LLP, along with Michael P. Lyons and Michael S. Fechner, Jr. of Lyons & Simmons, LLP. The case has been filed in Ector County District Court, and the plaintiffs have requested a jury trial.

Comment from Jason Itkin, co-founder of Arnold & Itkin LLP:

“No trucker with sufficient training and experience would have behaved like the defendant acted. This is why the law strictly regulates the hiring and vetting process for new drivers, and why the law holds trucking companies responsible for the drivers they put out on the highway. No family should have to suffer like our clients have.”

About Arnold & Itkin LLP

Arnold & Itkin LLP is a nationally recognized truck accident trial law firm in Houston that represents workers and families in high-stakes oilfield and big rig injury cases, including tanker truck accidents, oil derrick explosions, and other catastrophic accidents. The oilfield accident firm has recovered over $20 billion in verdicts and settlements nationwide, including a $357.7 million settlement—the largest workplace accident settlement in Texas history. To learn more, visit them online at https://www.arnolditkin.com/.

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WASHINGTON, Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The third season of the Peabody-nominated studio’s investigative series looks closely at some of the prescient health and wellness issues encountered by U.S. Latinas ages 40-59. 100 Latina Birthdays‘ in-depth reporting, based in Chicago and its surrounding suburbs, centers Latinas in their midlife years. Here’s a sampling of published episodes so far.



Episode 1: At Midlife, These Latinas Finally Started Asking for What Their Bodies Wanted

“I’ve been having women in their forties, fifties coming in and being like, ‘My kids are no longer my main responsibility. I got divorced, so I am looking at life in a very different like, perception of all the possibilities for me and this has always been with me, which I think has been interesting.’ There’s been other women that are more like, ‘Perhaps I never had the curiosity and now I want to explore.'” – Dr. Jessica Rivera, Clinical Therapist



Episode 2: After Decades of Accepting Taboos, These Latinas Get to Know Their Own Bodies

“It’s so important to make sure that someone feels really comfortable and confident when they enter that room, that they feel like they are getting undressed, they’re exposing an area that is very private to them. Obviously, that is a barrier in and of itself, just to be able to access that.” – Dr. Sophia Rodriguez, OBGYN



Episode 3: Dedicated Promotoras Spread “Chisme de Salud”

 

“We learn everything that pertains to health and take all of that into the community,” says Hilda Rodriguez, a promotora in Chicago’s western suburbs. She is the mother of four, among the 86,000 community health workers in the U.S., and part of the 1,200 in Chicago. Nearly a quarter of these frontline workers in Chicago are Latinas. Many of them between ages 40 and 60.



Episode 4: She Is Not Staying ‘Calladita’ about Intimate Partner Violence

 

“A lot of women are also learning that if they don’t want to have sex, and their partner still wants to, they’re learning ‘Oh, that’s sexual assault. I didn’t know that.’ Even with that, that’s domestic violence. You were forced, or you were pressured, and now they’re feeling guilty and shameful for not wanting to have sex.” – Celina Huerta, Clinical Psychotherapist

Listen to all three seasons anywhere you listen to podcasts. 100LatinaBirthdays.com

ABOUT

100 Latina Birthdays is an original production of LWC Studios. It is made possible by grants from Healthy Communities Foundation, Kellogg Foundation, and the Chicago Foundation for Women, the Community Memorial Foundation, and Visiting Nurses Association. Mujeres Latinas en Acción is the series’ fiscal sponsor.

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With an investment of USD 1,000,000, Folmer, an official CNH brand Case IH dealer with more than six decades of experience in the agro-industrial sector, has inaugurated its new headquarters in the city of Crespo, Entre Rios, Argentina.

The brand-new facility was built on a 20,000 m² site, designed to offer comprehensive, modern, and sustainable service to producers in Entre Ríos.

The building also incorporates sustainable practices. It was constructed using self-supporting panels, a full-core steel structure, and the innovative Steel Deck system. Additionally, it features solar panels that supply 100% of its energy needs, permeable cobblestones for rainwater filtration, and a spare parts locker available for withdrawals 24 hours a day, 7 days a week—designed to provide convenience and speed for customers.

The Central House includes workshop areas, service bays, a spare parts warehouse, and a large exhibition yard. It also features a Connect Room, which allows real-time monitoring of machines to optimize their performance in the field. This space complements the existing Connect Room at the Villaguay branch, strengthening the brand’s service and connectivity offering.

With locations in Crespo and Villaguay, Folmer covers the north-central region of Entre Ríos, offering the full portfolio of Case IH machines, along with excellent technical service and genuine spare parts.

Read the full story here.

By Diana Sharone Tumuhairwe.

Published by Action Against Hunger.

Contact media@actionagainsthunger.org for inquiries.

A Community Volunteer’s Journey to Bring Help and Hope 

Since May 2024, the Kasese District in Uganda has been recovering from devastating floods and landslides. Thousands of people have been displaced, cropland has been destroyed, and food security has been compromised. Morious provides critical support to people who have been affected – but it is difficult work. The sheer number of households in need is immense, and she must walk long distances on foot to reach them. Most homes are on top of a mountain range and require a steep 40-minute-long ascent.

Morious is not a nurse, doctor, or government official; she is a Community Health Worker (CHW) — a volunteer trained to provide healthcare services and education to her community. She is filled with resilience, compassion, and determination to rebuild her community. “Seeing the suffering after the floods,” Morious explains, “I knew I had to do something. I wanted to give people hope, especially the mothers and children staying in the internally displaced persons camps.”

Her passion has made her a driving force behind recovery in the district. She was there the day after the disasters hit, providing food, water, and a shoulder to lean on to affected families. Community volunteers have an essential role to play in emergency situations; they can respond immediately and provide local insights to organizations like Action Against Hunger, who coordinate a larger scale response with a variety of actors, mobilize emergency response teams, and manage logistics. Now, Morious is continuing the longer-term work of helping her community rebuild, scaling steep mountain paths each day to bring relief and hope to her neighbors.

A Day in Morious’ Life 

6:30am: The sun is barely peeking over the Rwenzori Mountains and illuminating the hills of Kyanzabiri Village in Uganda when Morious Walhubere begins her day. She says a prayer, asking God to guide her day and life. Then, she prepares her two sons and daughter for school.

7:30am: Morious is at Kyondo Health Centre III, a facility supported by Action Against Hunger. She works with the Integrated Response to Floods and Landslides in Kasese District project (IReF), which is implemented by Action Against Hunger and a local organization called the Foundation for Urban and Rural Advancement (FURA). The day’s tasks begin.

A key part of Morious’ role is coordinating the “boda boda talk talk” – a motorcycle equipped with a loudspeaker that rides through the bustling trading centers and villages, broadcasting vital messages on nutrition and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) practices. For five hours, the message echoes through the sub-county, a constant reminder of health and safety. “I keep monitoring its movement,” Morious explains. Her role ensures that the vital messages reach as many people as possible.

9:30am: Morious and a team of health facility staff begin climbing the mountain to reach the community. Sometimes, it rains for hours in Kasese and traversing a mountain that is wet and slippery is especially difficult. Yet, Morious perseveres, equipping herself with the necessary tools: passion to serve and a resilient spirit. “I prepare for my visits by leaving early enough to cover long distances and climb the mountain before the sunshine becomes hot,” Morious explains, “I equip myself with an umbrella, bag, heavy jackets, and gumboots. These enable me to move even when it was raining.”

10:30am: By this time, Morious and the health facility staff have completed the steep ascent. Armed with mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC) bands, height boards, and measuring scales, Morious and her team members assess the nutritional status of children under five as well as pregnant and lactating women (PLWs). Those identified as malnourished are referred to the health center for further management. “We want to ensure every child has the chance to grow healthy,” Morious says, her voice filled with determination.

3:00pm: The nutrition assessments continue until 3:00 p.m., at which point Morious embarks on home visits, another crucial part of her work. She educates families on essential hygiene to practice handwashing, toilet use, safe water management, and kitchen gardening. She also helps families build and use WASH facilities like drying racks, kitchens, separate animal houses, and hanging lines. “Simple changes can make a huge difference. I was moved by the community’s need for proper hygiene and good nutrition, and the missions of FURA and Action Against Hunger resonated with me,” she says.

4:00pm: Morious’ schedule from Monday to Friday is carefully planned. She wraps up each week with a report, which helps her team keep track of which families have been reached and when. “This activity takes me up to 5 pm when I start my journey back home to receive my children from school and prepare dinner for them,” she says.

5:00pm: Morious’ impact on the community is evident by the smiles and waves she receives from mothers and children as she passes them.

A Champion of Change

Beyond home visits and nutrition assessments, Morious’ role as Community Health Worker includes responsibilities like following up on referred cases and monitoring vital infrastructure like the Kamustope water spring, which serves over 450 people. And she strives to keep improving her ability to help her community.

Through Action Against Hunger’s training sessions and practice, Morious has developed skills in community mobilization, nutrition assessment, and WASH interventions. She is pleased with her improvement in report writing, communication, and negotiation skills. “I’ve learned so much,” she reflects. “It’s boosted my confidence and instilled a strong sense of social responsibility. I even plan to enroll in a community development course next year.”

Morious’ dedication to her role as a volunteer stems from a deep desire to serve. “It’s about empowering people to take control of their health,” she enthuses. She feels especially rewarded when she witnesses the joy of families receiving essential non-food items. “Seeing their smiles, knowing we are making a difference, it is incredibly fulfilling,” she says.

Her impact on the community shows that one passionate person can make a profound difference to the lives of many. Morious is more than a volunteer; she is a builder of resilience, and a true hero in the heart of Kyondo.

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Action Against Hunger leads the global movement to end hunger. We innovate solutions, advocate for change, and reach 26.5 million people every year with proven hunger prevention and treatment programs. As a nonprofit that works across over 55 countries, our 8,500+ dedicated staff members partner with communities to address the root causes of hunger, including climate change, conflict, inequity, and emergencies. We strive to create a world free from hunger, for everyone, for good.

Virginia Beach, Va., Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Swift Solar, in collaboration with the US Department of Defense, (“DoD”, recently rebranded as the Department of War), successfully completed a first-of-a-kind demonstration of its US-manufactured perovskite tandem solar technology for the DoD’s Cyber Fortress exercise in Virginia Beach, VA in August. This marks one of the first operational deployments of perovskite solar technology in the United States and demonstrates the commercial readiness of Swift Solar’s technology.

Integrated with the Rapid Deployment Hybrid MicroGrid (“RDHM”), innovated by Resilient Energy & Infrastructure, Swift Solar’s perovskite tandem solar panels provided clean energy alongside two other power sources during a critical infrastructure cyber defense exercise. DoD leadership, Army operational energy specialists, and private sector partners like Amazon Web Services (AWS) were on hand to learn about and observe the DoD’s latest operational energy capabilities. The exercise demonstrated the potential for Swift Solar’s technology to support energy resilience for national defense operations.

Dr. Andre Slonopas – Cyber Fortress Lead with the US Army: By strengthening operational energy resilience, US-made perovskite solar technology can directly address the growing power demands of the modern battlefield and enhance overall military readiness.”

Joel Jean – CEO of Swift Solar: “Partnering with the DoD at Cyber Fortress validates our US-made perovskite solar technology in real-world defense conditions and underscores Swift Solar’s potential as a key provider of ultra-efficient, next-generation solar solutions for the US government and beyond.”

Paul Maloney – CEO of Resilient Energy & Infrastructure“For our mobile RDHMs, where space, weight, and agility are mission-critical factors for operational energy, we envision Swift Solar’s perovskite as vastly increasing the energy density we can deploy, while enhancing energy resilience for military operations.”

Swift Solar’s proprietary next-generation perovskite tandem technology outperforms legacy silicon solar technologies, generating up to 30% more power than today’s solar panels. The company’s technology is backed by exclusive IP from MIT, Stanford, and NREL, with over 40 patents and over $60M in funding from leading VCs, strategic investors, and government agencies including the US Army, Space Force and others.

Requiring fewer materials and lower costs, Swift Solar’s perovskite tandems support the energy resilience of national defense operations through:

  • Improved power-to-weight ratios – reducing logistic burdens, payload requirements, and materials use
  • Increased power density – boosting the power output per deployed area
  • Enhanced radiation tolerance – improving solar solutions for space operations
  • US technology development and manufacturing – ensuring a secure domestic supply chain and protection from foreign adversaries

Swift Solar is ready to scale its US manufacturing capabilities, with commercial production ramping up within 24 months. Alongside DoD interest in integrating Swift Solar’s technology within cyber, electromagnetic, and space-based energy missions, a broad range of industries are partnering with Swift Solar to explore perovskite tandem deployment across utility-scale electricity generation, satellite operations, telecommunications, and mobility.

About Swift Solar
Swift Solar is a US pioneer in perovskite tandem solar technology developing high-performance solar solutions. Learn more at swiftsolar.com.

About Resilient Energy & Infrastructure (REI)
REI design/builds transportable microgrids for natural catastrophe response as well as for Department of Defense energy-mix diversification efforts. www.resilientei.com

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CHARLESTON, S.C., Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — UNITS® Moving and Portable Storage is proud to announce its continued nationwide support of the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program — an iconic charitable initiative that delivers hope and holiday joy to millions of children each year.

This year, UNITS Moving and Portable Storage is once again demonstrating the power of local action with national impact. From coast to coast, UNITS Franchise Owners are partnering directly with their local Toys for Tots coordinators to provide critical logistical support, including the donation and placement of portable storage containers that safely and securely store collected toys throughout the campaign season.

“The Marines who coordinate each Toys for Tots chapter are often young men and women actively serving their country,” said Michael McAlhany, CEO of UNITS Moving and Portable Storage. “Many are assigned this responsibility for the first time, and organizing toy drives across multiple drop-off locations can be a huge logistical challenge. Our local franchise owners proudly step in to assist, helping them manage collection sites, transport, and secure storage with the same professionalism and care that define our business every day.”

While the national partnership is unified under the UNITS brand, the true spirit of this initiative is grassroots and community-driven. Each UNITS franchise owner, along with their staff and local businesses volunteer their time, equipment, and energy to ensure every community’s Toys for Tots efforts are a success.

“It’s humbling to see how many of our franchise owners have made this partnership a personal mission,” added Bryan Hoffman, Corporate Director of Marketing for UNITS. “They don’t do it for recognition. They do it because they care about the children and families in their communities. This is one of the clearest examples of what it means to live out the UNITS core values”

To honor this partnership, UNITS is also featuring the Toys for Tots logo on the #56 UNITS NASCAR Truck, driven by Timmy Hill, during today’s race at Martinsville Speedway — a symbolic reminder that every small act of generosity can make a big impact.

UNITS Moving and Portable Storage encourages everyone watching tonight’s race and beyond to join the cause by donating new, unwrapped toys at local collection points or online at www.toysfortots.org.

About UNITS Moving and Portable Storage
Founded in 2004, UNITS® Moving and Portable Storage provides high-quality, weather-resistant portable storage containers for personal and business use. With more than 75 locally owned and operated franchise locations across North America, UNITS offers flexible, reliable moving and storage solutions backed by friendly, hometown service.

To learn more about UNITS or find a local franchise near you, visit www.unitsstorage.com

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ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Land Rover Alexandria is proud to announce its selection as one of only 14 Land Rover retailers nationwide chosen to participate in the Defender Book Trek, a national literacy initiative delivering 40,000 books to children across the country.

On Tuesday, October 28 at 6:00 p.m., Land Rover Alexandria will host its book donation event, delivering 2,500 brand-new children’s books to local schools and organizations serving families throughout Northern Virginia.

The event will be hosted by Erin Como, local media personality and community advocate, who will help highlight the importance of reading and local engagement.

“Our participation in the Defender Book Trek reflects our commitment to community and youth literacy,” said [Roger Wildermuth, General Manager at Land Rover Alexandria]. “We are honored to represent the Washington DC region in this national effort to place thousands of new books in the hands of children in need with the joint effort of the Education Community Development Centers of Virginia and FACETS .”

The Defender Book Trek began in New Jersey and will conclude at Destination Defender in Temecula, California. The campaign unites Land Rover retailers across the country with the shared goal of supporting literacy and inspiring future readers.

Land Rover Alexandria’s participation underscores the dealership’s ongoing commitment to community involvement and education through meaningful partnerships and outreach.

Event Details

What: Defender Book Trek Book Donation Event
When: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
Where: Land Rover Alexandria, 5900 McGuin Drive, Alexandria, VA 22310 Host: Erin Como

Media Contact

Bruce Bortle CMO
Land Rover Alexandria (703) 919-5093
bruce@cornerpocketmarketing.com

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Grants aim to fund health equity programs that support innovative food security and Food Is Medicine practices

LONG ISLAND CITY, N.Y., Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Fidelis Care, a statewide health plan with more than 2.4 million members in New York State and a Centene Corporation company, has awarded $130,000 in Here for Your Health food security grants to 10 providers and community organizations across New York State. The grants aim to fund programs that support innovative programs in food security and Food Is Medicine (FIM) practices. The FIM approach integrates access to nutritious food into healthcare delivery to prevent, manage, or treat diet-related diseases. Food Is Medicine programs are increasingly recognized by healthcare professionals and supported by Fidelis Care as essential to improving health outcomes, lowering healthcare costs, and promoting health equity by addressing nutritional disparities and chronic disease in underserved populations.

The 2025 Fidelis Care Here for Your Health food security/food is medicine grant recipients are:

“The challenges we see in food access and the growing need for nutrition-based support reinforce why health equity programs matter,” said Fidelis Care Chief Medical Officer Dr. Vincent Marchello. “Fidelis Care is pleased to support these remarkable organizations that help expand access to healthy food and advance Food Is Medicine initiatives across New York. Congratulations to all of this year’s grant recipients. Their work is helping individuals and families live healthier lives and building stronger, more equitable communities.”

The Gathering Place 50 Plus Community Centers, operated by the Schoharie County Council of Senior Citizens, serve more than 3,000 older adults across rural Schoharie, Otsego, and Delaware Counties. By promoting health, social connection, and community resilience, the centers offer year-round wellness programming, educational workshops, and vital nutrition services. Support from the Fidelis Care Food Is Medicine grant will fund the Café for a Cause: Healthy Lunch & Learn Program – providing weekly nutritious meals paired with engaging health education to combat food insecurity and chronic disease among older adults in underserved areas.

“We are honored to receive this grant and deeply grateful to Fidelis Care for investing in the well-being of rural seniors,” said Kimberly Witkowski, Executive Director and CEO of the Senior Council and The Gathering Place 50 Plus Community Centers. “This support allows us to nourish both body and mind by connecting aging adults with healthy meals, valuable health education, and the social support they need to thrive.”

Another recipient, the Nassau County Department of Health, is using the Fidelis Care grant to advance its mission from emergency food relief to an integrated public health approach to address chronic disease prevention. The funding supports its Power to Prevent public health education program.

“We look forward to working together with Fidelis Care on addressing food insecurity in our community,” said Nassau County Public Health Commissioner Dr. Irina Gelman. “This grant recognizes the importance of the issue and supports the Nassau County Department of Health’s mission to build a healthier Nassau County while reinforcing our ongoing efforts to address food insecurity and its impact on overall health and well-being.”

The United States Department of Agriculture says over 47 million people in the United States struggle to access enough nutritious food. In New York State, over 2.2 million residents, including more than 14 percent of children in the state, are affected. Urban areas like New York City face high demand, while rural regions such as the North Country and Southern Tier reported some of the state’s highest rates of need. Suburban communities, often underrepresented in hunger data, also saw growing challenges, particularly among families who don’t qualify for federal assistance but still face economic hardship.

About Fidelis Care
Fidelis Care is a mission-driven health plan offering quality, affordable coverage for children and adults of all ages and at all stages of life. With more than 2.4 million members statewide, Fidelis Care believes that all New Yorkers should have access to affordable, quality health insurance. Follow us on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/fidelis-care, Instagram at @fideliscare, and on Facebook at facebook.com/fideliscare. For more information, call Fidelis Care at 1-888-FIDELIS (1-888-343-3547) or visit fideliscare.org.

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