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NAIROBI, Kenya, August 3, 2026 /3BL/ – Workable, a leading premium coworking operator in East Africa, has become the first workspace in Africa to achieve the WELL Coworking Rating for its flexible workplace in Nairobi, Kenya – setting a new benchmark for health, well-being and performance in the region’s flexible workspace market.

Developed by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) in partnership with The Instant Group, the WELL Coworking Rating is the first global standard dedicated to health and well-being in coworking environments. It provides a structured framework for operators to enhance member experience across key areas including air and water quality, light, comfort, fitness, and mental well-being.

By achieving the rating, Workable joins a select group of global operators leading the shift towards people-first workspaces, designed not just for productivity, but for long-term health, satisfaction and performance.

 

Workable’s achievement reflects a broader commitment to creating work environments that go beyond traditional office experience. The organisation has consistently focused on delivering high-quality, flexible workspace solutions that support the evolving needs of enterprises, entrepreneurs and global organisations operating in Africa.

This milestone builds on Workable’s strong track record in sustainability and operational excellence, including its EDGE certification for resource-efficient design.

Samir Patel, Founder & CEO at Workable, commented: “As global organisations increasingly hold their real estate to ESG and well-being standards, achieving Africa’s first WELL Coworking Rating gives our members a workspace that already meets that benchmark. We’re proud to give enterprises operating in Nairobi a space that supports both their people and their compliance commitments and to set a standard we intend to keep raising across the continent.”

The award marks a significant step forward for the African coworking sector, signalling growing demand for health-led, experience-driven workspace solutions.

As corporate occupiers increasingly prioritise employee well-being, ESG leadership and performance outcomes, certifications such as the WELL Coworking Rating are rapidly becoming a key differentiator for operators.

 

Sam Pickering, Managing Director at Incendium, part of The Instant Group, said: “Workable’s achievement demonstrates how leading operators are redefining the value of workspace. By placing health and wellbeing at the centre of their strategy, they are creating environments where people perform at their best and organisations achieve better outcomes.”

As the first operator in Africa to achieve this milestone, Workable is helping to define the future of flexible workspaces across the continent, one that is health-focused, experience-led and aligned with global best practice.

Ann Marie Aguilar, Senior Vice President, EMEA, IWBI, said: “Congratulations to Workable for their pioneering WELL Coworking Rating achievement. This milestone reflects outstanding leadership, setting a high bar for the industry in Africa while demonstrating the value of health-focused, high-performing environments. Through this achievement, Workable is playing a pivotal role in advancing the global movement for healthier workplaces.”

About Workable
Workable is a premium workspace provider, redefining the future of work through hospitality-led experiences, wellness-focused design, and world-class workplaces. With it’s flagship workspace in Westlands, Nairobi, Workable offers private offices, coworking memberships, meeting and event spaces, virtual offices, and enterprise workspace solutions designed to support businesses of all sizes. Guided by its philosophy, “Love the Work,” Workable creates environments where people and businesses thrive through exceptional service, thoughtfully designed spaces, and a strong focus on community, sustainability, and human performance. As a leader in workplace innovation, Workable is committed to delivering healthier, more inspiring spaces that help organizations attract talent, foster collaboration, and achieve their best work.

About The Instant Group
The Instant Group has been rethinking workspace since 1999 with over 500 experts working globally across more than 175 countries. Instant’s digital platforms constitute the world’s largest digital marketplace for flexible workspace listing meeting rooms, virtual offices, flexible office space and coworking memberships. Its global team advises on commercial real estate solutions from serviced offices to fully customised managed offices, and consulting services for portfolio and net zero strategies. Instant’s approach enables agility, hybrid working solutions and improved operational resilience for more than 250,000 businesses every year. Clients include Prudential, Booking.com, Shell, Jaguar Land Rover and GSK. Instant has global offices including London, New York, Mexico City, Hong Kong, Singapore and Sydney. www.theinstantgroup.com www.instantoffices.com

About the International WELL Building Institute
The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) is a public benefit corporation and the global authority for transforming health and well-being in buildings, organizations and communities. In pursuit of its public-health mission, IWBI mobilizes its community through the development and administration of the WELL Building Standard (WELL), WELL for residential, WELL Community Standard, its WELL ratings and management of the WELL AP credential. IWBI also translates research into practice, develops educational resources and advocates for policies that promote people-first places for everyone, everywhere. More information on WELL can be found here.

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For more information, visit https://info.theinstantgroup.com/well-coworking-rating

Media contacts:
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Originally published on PSEG ENERGIZE!

We know that losing power — especially during high heat — is difficult for customers and their families. Following a week of extreme weather that included a multi-day heat dome and winds in excess of 70 mph, we are grateful and thank customers for the patience they showed throughout one of the most devastating and extended storm events in our history.

For 250 years, Independence Day has been a time to recognize those who serve something larger than themselves. And when our customers need us, holidays don’t change our commitment to serving our communities. For some, the holiday meant barbecues and fireworks. For others, it meant storm damage and power outages. Our crews, mutual aid crews, customer service representatives, dispatchers, system operators and countless others worked together throughout the holiday to restore power, repair or replace air conditioners and respond to customers. Their focus was simple: helping customers stay safe, stay cool and stay connected during and after extreme weather conditions.

We are grateful for our customers and their patience and understanding in these difficult conditions of extended outages. We know that being without power for any length of time is difficult and safely restoring your power as soon as possible was at the heart of all our efforts this past week.”

–Kim Hanemann, President and Chief Operating Officer of PSE&G.

That’s what public service looks like. Showing up safely. Caring for our customers. Strengthening our communities. Every day of the year.

Holiday response by the numbers

The weekend’s back-to-back storms rank in our top ten most impactful storms in company history, with:

• More than 380,000 customer outages restored.
• 165 utility crews including PSE&G, contractors and mutual aid partners responding to support restoration efforts.
• More than 1,500 trees cleared by 170 tree crews so our electric crews could safely access damaged equipment and restore service.
• 7,000 air conditioning repairs made and 110 A/C replacement service calls completed.
• More than 10 million text and email messages sent to customers before and during the storm, including targeted messages to customers who were out.
• Record breaking temperatures and a heat dome across the region, with heat indices reaching up to 115° in some parts of the state.

Why does extreme heat put more pressure on the energy system?

When temperatures rise, so does demand for electricity as homes, businesses and critical facilities work harder to stay cool. This can put a strain on the system as well as equipment in your neighborhood.

We were prepared with fueled up trucks packed with extra supplies and additional crews on hand to support restoration efforts, ready to respond so customers could get back to normal as quickly as possible.

How do today’s projects help deliver tomorrow’s reliability?

Our ability to restore your service safely and as quickly as possible after back-to-back storms didn’t happen overnight.

It began years earlier through ongoing projects that strengthened the electric and gas systems serving New Jersey communities and have helped us remain one of the nation’s most reliable utility companies. Those projects include replacing aging equipment to improve system performance and restore service more efficiently when severe weather hits.

Thank you to the people who show up when it matters most

Most customers will never meet the people who spent their holiday weekend away from their own families.

What they will remember is returning home with family and friends to lights that were back on, a cool house waiting for them and the peace of mind that comes from knowing someone was there and didn’t quit until the job was done.

Those moments don’t happen by chance. They happen because thousands of dedicated employees put service ahead of celebration so customers could get back to normal.

To every member of our workforce, as well as our mutual aid crews who assisted in restoration efforts, thank you.

Their dedication reflects something larger than a day’s work. It reflects the responsibility that comes with serving the communities where we live and work.

We’re grateful to you, our customers, for reporting your outages, following our restoration updates and for the many thoughtful messages of support shared with our teams throughout these last couple of days. Thank you for the trust you place in us to power your lives and communities.

Whether it’s the Fourth of July during the height of a summer heat wave, a winter storm that leaves two feet of snow on the ground or an ordinary Tuesday, our commitment never wavers. We show up when our customers and communities need us most, working safely, responding and continuously strengthening the reliable energy system that powers New Jersey’s homes, businesses and critical services—today and for the future.

Originally published on PSEG ENERGIZE!

We know that losing power — especially during high heat — is difficult for customers and their families. Following a week of extreme weather that included a multi-day heat dome and winds in excess of 70 mph, we are grateful and thank customers for the patience they showed throughout one of the most devastating and extended storm events in our history.

For 250 years, Independence Day has been a time to recognize those who serve something larger than themselves. And when our customers need us, holidays don’t change our commitment to serving our communities. For some, the holiday meant barbecues and fireworks. For others, it meant storm damage and power outages. Our crews, mutual aid crews, customer service representatives, dispatchers, system operators and countless others worked together throughout the holiday to restore power, repair or replace air conditioners and respond to customers. Their focus was simple: helping customers stay safe, stay cool and stay connected during and after extreme weather conditions.

We are grateful for our customers and their patience and understanding in these difficult conditions of extended outages. We know that being without power for any length of time is difficult and safely restoring your power as soon as possible was at the heart of all our efforts this past week.”

–Kim Hanemann, President and Chief Operating Officer of PSE&G.

That’s what public service looks like. Showing up safely. Caring for our customers. Strengthening our communities. Every day of the year.

Holiday response by the numbers

The weekend’s back-to-back storms rank in our top ten most impactful storms in company history, with:

• More than 380,000 customer outages restored.
• 165 utility crews including PSE&G, contractors and mutual aid partners responding to support restoration efforts.
• More than 1,500 trees cleared by 170 tree crews so our electric crews could safely access damaged equipment and restore service.
• 7,000 air conditioning repairs made and 110 A/C replacement service calls completed.
• More than 10 million text and email messages sent to customers before and during the storm, including targeted messages to customers who were out.
• Record breaking temperatures and a heat dome across the region, with heat indices reaching up to 115° in some parts of the state.

Why does extreme heat put more pressure on the energy system?

When temperatures rise, so does demand for electricity as homes, businesses and critical facilities work harder to stay cool. This can put a strain on the system as well as equipment in your neighborhood.

We were prepared with fueled up trucks packed with extra supplies and additional crews on hand to support restoration efforts, ready to respond so customers could get back to normal as quickly as possible.

How do today’s projects help deliver tomorrow’s reliability?

Our ability to restore your service safely and as quickly as possible after back-to-back storms didn’t happen overnight.

It began years earlier through ongoing projects that strengthened the electric and gas systems serving New Jersey communities and have helped us remain one of the nation’s most reliable utility companies. Those projects include replacing aging equipment to improve system performance and restore service more efficiently when severe weather hits.

Thank you to the people who show up when it matters most

Most customers will never meet the people who spent their holiday weekend away from their own families.

What they will remember is returning home with family and friends to lights that were back on, a cool house waiting for them and the peace of mind that comes from knowing someone was there and didn’t quit until the job was done.

Those moments don’t happen by chance. They happen because thousands of dedicated employees put service ahead of celebration so customers could get back to normal.

To every member of our workforce, as well as our mutual aid crews who assisted in restoration efforts, thank you.

Their dedication reflects something larger than a day’s work. It reflects the responsibility that comes with serving the communities where we live and work.

We’re grateful to you, our customers, for reporting your outages, following our restoration updates and for the many thoughtful messages of support shared with our teams throughout these last couple of days. Thank you for the trust you place in us to power your lives and communities.

Whether it’s the Fourth of July during the height of a summer heat wave, a winter storm that leaves two feet of snow on the ground or an ordinary Tuesday, our commitment never wavers. We show up when our customers and communities need us most, working safely, responding and continuously strengthening the reliable energy system that powers New Jersey’s homes, businesses and critical services—today and for the future.

Originally published on GoDaddy Resource Library

Tell us a little bit about yourself and your career journey to date.

I’m a wife and mom of three: a 6-year-old daughter, a 4-year-old son, and a 1-year-old daughter who keeps my husband and me on our toes. Before moving to Arizona, I spent most of my life in California. I worked in the hotel industry with roles at several Kimpton Hotels and Hilton properties across administration, sales, and catering. I loved the energy of hotels – the fast pace, the customer-focused environment, and the fact that no two days ever felt the same.

In 2017, my husband received a job offer in Arizona, and we moved thinking we would only stay for a few years. Fast forward to today, and we’re still here with no plans to move back! While looking for a job in Arizona, I joined GoDaddy in Professional Web Services, where I helped small business owners build their websites and online presence. I loved hearing their stories, seeing their passion, and playing a small role in bringing their businesses to life. When a new training position opened in the department, I had the opportunity to support new hires and help them feel confident in their roles as they worked with small business owners.

After two years in training, I moved into Talent Acquisition, where I’ve now been for five years. I get to work with new hires who are excited, energetic, and ready to join our team, and it feels special to help welcome them to GoDaddy. I still remember my own Recruiter and Recruiting Coordinator because they made such a positive impact when I started, and I hope to create that same experience for others. Fun fact: both of them are now my coworkers and still with the company. Shoutout to Vickie and Preston!

Was there a defining moment that made you realize Talent Acquisition was the right space for you?

I’ve had several “yep, this is the right place for me” moments over the years, starting with the interview process. I still remember how each interview made me feel. I met with Aly, Erin, Thea, and Vickie, and each conversation felt warm and genuine. They made me feel comfortable while asking thoughtful questions, and it was clear how much they cared about the work and believed in what they do.

Once I officially joined the department, that feeling only grew. From warm welcome greetings in Slack channels, to being included in my first monthly newsletter, to receiving a personal feature in an all-hands call, everything felt genuine and welcoming. Everyone was kind, thoughtful, and supportive. In every meeting, big or small, you feel a part of the meeting rather than just joining for attendance.

I feel like my voice and opinions matter here, and I love that our team is always looking for ways to improve processes and work more efficiently.

Talent Acquisition truly feels like home.

How do you stay organized and effective during high‑volume hiring?

Writing things down helps me stay organized. I use sticky notes and checklists to prioritize tasks, track what needs to be done, and make sure nothing falls through the cracks. Crossing items off gives me a sense of progress and momentum. While seeing everything on paper can feel overwhelming at first, it ultimately helps me feel more in control because I can clearly see what needs my attention. It’s like going to the gym: getting to the gym is the hardest part, but once you’re there, you feel better and can get a great workout in.

What has been your most significant learning experience within the past year?

Set realistic expectations. There will never be enough hours in the day to do everything, so I’ve learned to focus on what I can accomplish and give myself practical timeframes to reach my goals. I used to try to take on everything at once, but this past year, going from two kids to three, has helped me prioritize what I “can do” over what I “want to do”. That mindset has helped me plan better, work more efficiently, and pace myself.

Clear communication is just as important. Since people are not mind readers, sharing timelines or giving a heads-up helps set everyone up for success and reduces unnecessary pressure.

If you had to describe GoDaddy’s culture in one word, what would it be and why?

Inclusive. Across three departments and nine years at GoDaddy, I’ve always felt a sense of belonging. In each role, I felt connected to the work, supported by my team, and comfortable being myself. I’ve also had opportunities to embrace change and help influence it. Every person I’ve worked with has brought something valuable to the table and I’ve truly loved the opportunity to collaborate, grow, and learn from everyone.

What’s your motto or personal mantra?

Be intentional. Know what you’re doing, why you’re doing it, and what you want to get out of it. Staying focused on your purpose helps you make each action meaningful.

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Originally published on Aflac Newsroom 

Summer break brings a sense of optimism — warmer weather is here, and the promise of adventure is on the horizon. Whether you’re headed to a far-off destination or a backyard barbecue, it’s important to be prepared. This isn’t about worry; it’s about readiness. The kind that lets you follow the sunshine and stay open to detours — the good kind. Having the right tools on hand can transform the experience from “hope nothing goes wrong” into “I’ve got this no matter what.”

Every journey has a rhythm, and summer break is extra busy

Summer travel often means more traffic, more crowds and the potential for accidental bumps, slips and mishaps. That’s why experts consistently recommend a few simple rituals before heading out, like checking travel advisories and weather alerts near your destination, sharing itineraries with someone at home and becoming familiar with evacuation plans in case of fires or other emergencies.¹ These aren’t meant to curb spontaneity but to build confidence, the type that keeps travelers grounded even while chasing adventure. 

What travelers pack when they’re thinking ahead

Packing for a summer trip often means debating how many swimsuits is “reasonable,” but seasoned travelers know that a few smart additions can prevent an inconvenient moment from becoming a vacation‑altering incident.

For starters, consider a lightweight first‑aid kit with basics like bandages, antiseptic wipes, pain relievers, motion‑sickness tablets and prescription medications. These small tools can help travelers avoid unnecessary medical visits for minor issues during busy vacation months.²

Just as important is having a backup of documents and essential information. Digital copies of passports or IDs, an extra payment method and emergency contact info can save the day if wallets are lost during an excursion.

And of course, sun protection and hydration helpers are key for sunny destinations. Regardless of whether the sun is shining solo in a bright blue sky or it’s hiding behind clouds, it’s important to keep sunscreen, SPF lip balm, reusable water bottles and even basic bug repellent — these can help prevent the discomforts that time outdoors short or lead to unexpected medical costs down the line.³

Thinking outside the … suitcase

Now that your bag is packed, what about your financial preparation? Many families quietly doublecheck their insurance coverage before leaving home, simply to understand how unexpected medical bills would work if someone is sick or injured. It’s a subtle, practical step — one that doesn’t overshadow the excitement of the trip. 

“We want to make memories during our vacation time, not create debt,” said Aflac Senior Vice President and chief customer officer, Keith Farley. “But with play often comes some bumps and bruises. Accident insurance is one way many families give themselves a bit of extra peace of mind, not just during summer break, but year-round.”

Ready for the sunshine

In the end, summer break is about quality time and experiences with the people we care about. Travelers can’t prepare for everything, but they can build a foundation that lets them stay present for the moments that matter. With a few thoughtful steps, a smartly packed bag and the kind of quiet planning that supports all the fun, summertime can unfold exactly the way travelers imagine it: bright, refreshing and wonderfully memorable.

 

¹American Red Cross. (2025). How to stay safe on vacation. https://www.redcross.org/about-us/news-and-events/news/2025/how-to-stay-safe-on-vacation.html 
² Johns Hopkins Medicine. (2024). Traveler’s First-Aid Kit. https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/travelers-firstaid-kit
³Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (n.d.). Summer travel. https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/summer-travel-abroad 

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July 31, 2026 /3BL/ – The KeyBank Foundation announced an investment of $240,000 in YWCA Hamilton to bolster its Goodman Place Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) program, which provides affordable housing for individuals experiencing chronic homelessness who have a certified disability diagnosis. 

Using grant funds from the KeyBank Foundation, YWCA plans to expand and strengthen the PSH program by funding a full-time Case Manager. With this addition, residents will receive enhanced support in daily living skills, lease compliance and community engagement activities. These services can lead to increased housing retention, improved mental health, stronger recovery outcomes and greater social connection.

“We consider our partnership with KeyBank to be a representation of how private business and nonprofits can strengthen their communities,” said Wendy Waters-Connell, CEO of YWCA Hamilton. “Board members serve to govern this mission and resources from KeyBank are supporting the services for those who need it the most. This is what true collaboration looks like when we are working together to make our part of the world better than it was before.”

 

Expanding Opportunity Through Stable Housing

Stable housing creates the foundation for improved health, economic mobility and long-term well-being. Through its investment in YWCA Hamilton, KeyBank Foundation is confident in its partnership with a trusted community organization to help individuals experiencing chronic homelessness access safe housing and the supportive services needed to build independent, stable lives.

For individuals facing significant barriers to housing, access combined with ongoing support can create opportunities for lasting success, stronger community connections and a brighter future. The investment will help YWCA Hamilton continue delivering life-changing resources to some of Butler County’s most vulnerable residents. 

“Goodman Place offers the type of transformational support that creates lasting pathways to stability and economic mobility,” said Natasha Martin, KeyBank Corporate Responsibility Officer. “At KeyBank, we’re committed to investing in programs that aim to remove barriers, expand opportunity, and empower individuals to build brighter futures for themselves and their families. We are so proud to partner with the YWCA to help more individuals across Southwest Ohio thrive.”

 

A Proven Model for Housing Stability

Currently, Goodman Place houses 45 individuals in fully furnished, one-bedroom apartments, with the capacity to serve up to 55 individuals annually through transitions and new admissions.

The program has a proven track record of helping individuals achieve long-term stability: 

• Served 148 over the past three fiscal years.
• Maintained high participant satisfaction and housing stability outcomes. 
• Residents remained housed for an average of more than 1,200 days annually, demonstrating long-term stability.
• Combines affordable housing with supportive services to help prevent returns to homelessness. 

ABOUT KEYCORP

KeyCorp’s roots trace back more than 200 years to Albany, New York. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Key is one of the nation’s largest bank-based financial services companies, with assets of approximately $191 billion at June 30, 2026.

Key provides deposit, lending, cash management, and investment services to individuals and businesses in 15 states under the name KeyBank National Association through a network of approximately 950 branches and approximately 1,100 ATMs. Key also provides a broad range of sophisticated corporate and investment banking products, such as merger and acquisition advice, public and private debt and equity, syndications and derivatives to middle market companies in selected industries throughout the United States under the KeyBanc Capital Markets trade name. For more information, visit https://www.key.com/. KeyBank Member FDIC.

ABOUT KEYBANK FOUNDATION 

KeyBank Foundation is a nonprofit charitable foundation that supports organizations and initiatives aimed at improving financial wellness, education, and community development. Through strategic philanthropy, KeyBank Foundation works to create thriving communities and drive meaningful, lasting change.

ABOUT YWCA HAMILTON

YWCA Hamilton is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. Through youth empowerment programs, permanent supportive housing, and Butler County’s only domestic violence shelter and 24/7 crisis hotline, YWCA Hamilton provides trauma-informed services that strengthen individuals, families, and communities while creating opportunities for safety, stability, and success. For more information, visit www.ywcahamilton.org.

Originally published on CVS Health Company Newsroom

Key points

• Pharmacy-focused sites to open in select communities to help increase access to pharmacy care
• Openings are part of ongoing commitment to serve communities and meet consumers where they are

WOONSOCKET, R.I., July 31, 2026 /3BL/ – CVS Health® (NYSE: CVS) unveiled its first pharmacy-focused CVS Pharmacy® in Houston. The new pharmacy, located at 8503A Gulf Freeway in south Houston, will help bridge gaps in pharmacy care and make it easier for community members to access medications, immunizations and other health care services provided by pharmacists.

Nearly 20 pharmacy-focused locations will open in select communities across the country, increasing access to vital pharmacy care. Each site will feature a full-service pharmacy with a customized selection of over-the-counter products available for purchase. With footprints averaging around 3,000 square feet, the pharmacy-focused locations will help ensure patients have access to prescription medications and the trusted advice and counsel of their neighborhood CVS pharmacist.

“Community pharmacists are often the most accessible healthcare professionals in the communities they serve,” said Sid Tenneti, Senior Vice President and Interim President, Pharmacy and Consumer Wellness, CVS Health. “Our new pharmacy-focused locations optimize how we engage with communities by expanding access to trusted care, clinical expertise, and personalized support. We help people get the guidance, medications, and pharmacy care services they need where, when and how they need it most.”

Multiple pharmacy formats to meet community health needs

The new pharmacy-focused locations are just one component of the company’s work to reinvent pharmacy. By taking a customized approach focused on the diverse needs of the communities they serve, CVS Pharmacy has worked to strategically realign its retail footprint over the last few years. The new pharmacies will help the company better support its patients in those communities, ensuring its footprint is the right size and scale, and addressing shifts in the pharmacy industry.

These smaller neighborhood pharmacies join several other formats already in place across the country. They include CVS Pharmacy’s traditional full-service front store and pharmacy locations, store-in-store pharmacies, such as those inside Target and Schnucks grocery stores, CVS Pharmacy stores that feature a MinuteClinic retail medical clinic, and side-by-side CVS Pharmacy and Oak Street Health care centers, primarily located in neighborhoods with high Medicaid populations.

The company has opened pharmacy-focused locations in Birmingham, AL, Chicago, IL, Detroit, MI, and in Washington, D.C. In addition to the new site near the Gulf Freeway, two additional pharmacy-focused locations are planned in the greater Houston area over the next year. The company also plans to open more than 40 new CVS Pharmacy locations, including traditional stores and pharmacies in Target.

Importance of one-on-one interactions with pharmacists

The 2025 CVS Health® Rx Report highlighted that 80% of patients prefer face-to-face pharmacy care, and nearly half (48%) would switch pharmacies if limited to digital-only options. The overwhelming majority of pharmacy professionals (97%) also say in-person interactions remain vital.

Added Tenneti, “Access to local, timely health care matters – which is why, whether in-person, online, or a combination of the two, our community pharmacists provide trusted counsel and best-in-class service through consistent, personalized experiences that focus on helping patients become their healthiest.”

“In the expansive Greater Houston metropolitan area, being able to walk into any of our pharmacies, speak directly with a pharmacist, and have in-person access to pharmacy services is important,” Thanh Hoang, Pharmacy Manager, CVS Pharmacy. “Our pharmacists live and work within the communities they serve and because authentic connections are created through meaningful interactions, patients and customers trust their local pharmacy teams.”

Whether a patient prefers the convenience of same-day or 1- to 2-day prescription delivery or prefers to visit their local pharmacy in-person, CVS Pharmacy is ensuring patients have multiple care options to choose from, depending on their individual needs.

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About CVS Health

CVS Health is a leading health solutions company simplifying health care one person, one family and one community at a time. As of March 31, 2026, the Company had approximately 9,000 retail pharmacy locations, more than 1,000 walk-in and primary care medical clinics and a leading pharmacy benefits manager with approximately 88 million plan members. The Company also serves an estimated more than 37 million people through a broad range of health insurance products and related services. The Company’s integrated model uses personalized, technology driven services to connect people to simply better health, increasing access to quality care, delivering better outcomes, and lowering overall costs.

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July 30, 2026 /3BL/ – Covia responsibly provides minerals solutions for a better tomorrow. As a leading provider of diversified minerals, Covia’s products support a variety of industrial markets, including glass, ceramics, coatings, metals, foundry, polymers, construction, water filtration, and sports and recreation.

In its newly released 2025 Corporate Responsibility Report, Building an Enduring Company, Covia outlines its continued progress toward achieving its commitments by 2030. The report highlights the company’s measurable gains in protecting its people, operating with discipline, and investing in leadership and systems that strengthen Covia and make it more consistent across every site.

The following three examples illustrate the variety of ways in which we strive to achieve our goals. First, we advanced our safety journey by reinforcing expectations, learning from near-misses, and investing in controls that keep our people safe. Second, we implemented our Environmental Management System at every site to improve consistency, accountability, and continuous improvement in how we manage environmental impacts. Third, we invested in leadership by bringing team members together for our first Covia Leadership Bootcamp, building on the capabilities and shared culture needed to deliver on our Mission, Vision, and Values.

The table provides an overview of the company’s goals and its progress as of 2025. Click to view the full report to see the goals and progress in more detail.

 

July 30, 2026 /3BL/ – Covia responsibly provides minerals solutions for a better tomorrow. As a leading provider of diversified minerals, Covia’s products support a variety of industrial markets, including glass, ceramics, coatings, metals, foundry, polymers, construction, water filtration, and sports and recreation.

In its newly released 2025 Corporate Responsibility Report, Building an Enduring Company, Covia outlines its continued progress toward achieving its commitments by 2030. The report highlights the company’s measurable gains in protecting its people, operating with discipline, and investing in leadership and systems that strengthen Covia and make it more consistent across every site.

The following three examples illustrate the variety of ways in which we strive to achieve our goals. First, we advanced our safety journey by reinforcing expectations, learning from near-misses, and investing in controls that keep our people safe. Second, we implemented our Environmental Management System at every site to improve consistency, accountability, and continuous improvement in how we manage environmental impacts. Third, we invested in leadership by bringing team members together for our first Covia Leadership Bootcamp, building on the capabilities and shared culture needed to deliver on our Mission, Vision, and Values.

The table provides an overview of the company’s goals and its progress as of 2025. Click to view the full report to see the goals and progress in more detail.

 

 

Originally published by POLITICO

Opportunity is accelerating across the Gulf South region, and Entergy is powering that momentum. As the world’s largest companies invest, grow and innovate in Gulf South communities, Entergy is meeting them with the infrastructure, reliability and responsible planning that keeps this region moving forward — all while maintaining some of the lowest rates in the country for its more than 3 million customers across Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas.

The Gulf South region offers many attributes companies look for when making major location decisions, including energy infrastructure, pipeline capacity, access to maritime ports, rail lines, highways and the Mississippi River. These advantages become even more important as companies look for places where they can scale their operations quickly and reliably. The Gulf South region offers low energy costs, available land, a capable workforce, proximity to feedstocks and access to infrastructure built for energy-intensive operations.

With advancements like artificial intelligence and the rapid development of data centers, policymakers and energy leaders are focusing on how the electric grid can keep pace while continuing to deliver reliable service at affordable rates for customers.

Entergy is preparing for what’s next by investing in a stronger, more modern electric grid while balancing reliability, sustainability and affordability for all customers. In 2025 alone, Entergy contributed more than $145 million in economic impact across the region through philanthropic efforts alone. Entergy’s focus is keeping energy dependable and affordable for its customers today while building for tomorrow.

Growth done right. Reliability done right. Affordability done right. That’s energy like nowhere else.

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Guest column originally published July 13, 2026, on POLITICO.com.