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• Fast-casual restaurant franchise launches “CapsGiving,” a nationwide November initiative that donates sandwich trays to local shelters in honor of National Homelessness Awareness Month
• Fans can enjoy special offers including BOGO deals for Rewards Members on National Sandwich Day, free subs for veterans on Veterans Day, a Friendsgiving social giveaway, and a free gravy perk with sub purchases
• Nearly 50 years after creating The Bobbie^®, Capriotti’s continues to unite guests, franchise partners, and team members through shared gratitude and the joy of giving back

LAS VEGAS, Nov. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop (Capriotti’s) is turning gratitude into action this November with the launch of “CapsGiving,” a national monthlong initiative dedicated to giving back to the communities they serve while celebrating the brand’s iconic Bobbie^®, the original Thanksgiving sandwich.

Throughout November, Capriotti’s locations nationwide will donate sandwich trays to local shelters in recognition of National Homelessness Awareness Month, honoring the company’s long-standing belief that food is one of the simplest ways to show love and connection.

“At Capriotti’s, we’ve always believed food is more than a meal; it’s a way to show love and gratitude,” said Ashley Morris, CEO of Capriotti’s. “CapsGiving is our way of expressing that belief within the communities we serve. While a sandwich can’t solve every hardship, it can remind someone they’re not forgotten, and that matters.”

CapsGiving unites the brand’s franchise partners, team members, and guests in a shared effort to serve their communities.

Feeding Gratitude All Month Long
In addition to local donations, Capriotti’s is celebrating CapsGiving with exclusive offers, giveaways, and Rewards Member perks:

• National Sandwich Day (Nov. 3) – Buy One, Get One 50% Off any of Capriotti’s signature slow-roasted Butterball^® Turkey subs—available exclusively for Rewards Members.
• Veterans Day (Nov. 11) – All veterans and active-duty military receive a free small sub with any purchase when presenting a valid military I.D. in-shop.
• Friendsgiving Giveaway (Nov. 13-18) – Fans can share what they’re grateful for on social media for a chance to win a Bobbie Party Tray for their own celebration.
• Free Gravy Perk – Rewards members can add a free side of gravy with a sub purchase in November. Because what’s Thanksgiving without the gravy?

A Sandwich with a Story

While other brands have only recently discovered the “Thanksgiving sandwich,” Capriotti’s has been perfecting it since 1976. The Bobbie^®, made with slow-roasted, hand-pulled Butterball^® turkey, homemade stuffing, cranberry sauce, and creamy mayo on an authentic hoagie roll, was voted Greatest Sandwich in America for a reason – this isn’t just a sandwich; it’s a tradition! And beginning today, gravy is back for a limited time.

“We’re proud to say we’ve been serving Thanksgiving on a roll for nearly 50 years,” said Kim Lewis, Chief Marketing Officer at Capriotti’s. “But we’re even more excited to show gratitude to our guests, our communities and our team members. CapsGiving brings that spirit full circle.”

Join the Celebration

Learn more about CapsGiving or get involved by visiting capriottis.com/capsgiving. To unlock special offers and exclusive CapsGiving perks, join Capriotti’s Rewards at capriottis.com/freesub or download the Capriotti’s App via the App Store or Google Play.

About Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop


Founded in 1976, Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop is an award-winning fast-casual restaurant brand known for crafting extraordinary sandwiches. Staying true to its roots, Capriotti’s slow-roasts whole Butterball^® turkeys in-house daily and hand-pulls them each morning to deliver unmatched flavor and freshness. With more than 150 locations across the U.S., the brand is home to fan-favorite subs like The Bobbie^®— voted “Greatest Sandwich in America”— and unique offerings like the Capastrami^®, Cole Turkey and premium American Wagyu Cheesesteaks. Capriotti’s continues to grow with a goal of reaching 500 locations by 2032 and has been ranked on Fast Casual’s Top 100 Movers & Shakers list four years running. Guests can join Capriotti’s Rewards to earn points, unlock perks and get exclusive access to new offers. For more information, visit capriottis.com, or follow Capriotti’s on Facebook, TikTok and Instagram.

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• 69,002 units sold in October sets new monthly sales record
• Sales through Kia retailers set new October year-to-date record, increasing 8-percent over 2024
• Best-ever October performances for the Carnival, Sportage and K5

IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Kia America delivered best October sales with a total of 69,002 units, setting Kia firmly on pace to deliver all-time best annual volume for the third straight year. This upward trajectory continues to be driven by retail sales at Kia dealerships with an 8-percent year-to-date gain over 2024. Kia has sold 705,150 units in 2025, marking an 8-percent increase in sales year-to-date.

Five Kia models – Niro (+75 percent); Carnival (+35 percent); K5 (+31 percent); Seltos (+32 percent) and Sportage (+17 percent) posted notable year-over-year October increases, with Carnival (+35 percent); Sportage (+17 percent) and K5 (+1 percent) each setting new October sales records. Sales of Kia’s electrified models (+16 percent) and SUVs (+2 percent) increased over the same period last year, illustrating the popularity of the brand’s diverse model line-up.

“Despite the numerous challenges facing the automotive industry, Kia is focused on long-term growth supporting our customers with a diverse model lineup that delivers outstanding value, and we continue to be on pace to deliver our third consecutive annual sales record,” said Eric Watson, vice-president, sales operations, Kia America. “With the second-generation Telluride SUV set to debut at this month’s Los Angeles Auto Show, Kia released off-road footage of the camouflaged model to further heighten the customer’s anticipation. Kia’s future remains very bright, and the brand will continue to grow as we move into the critical holiday sales season and into the new year.”

In addition to the monthly sales performance, Kia America also made additional announcements, including:

• Kia revealed the first teaser images of the upcoming all-new 2027 Telluride SUV ahead of its global debut at the upcoming Los Angeles Auto Show. On November 20, Kia America will pull the covers off one of the most anticipated new vehicles of the year and unveil the second generation of one of the brand’s most successful vehicles in company history.
• Kia also celebrated the transformative power of Telluride through a new creative campaign that highlighted the starring role Telluride played in Kia’s total brand transformation. As the first Kia designed specifically for the U.S., the Telluride stands alone as the only SUV to capture World Car of the Year, North American Utility Vehicle of the Year, MotorTrend SUV of the Year and Car and Driver 10Best honors – in the same year (2020).
• The discontinuation of the Kia Soul which is considered by many to be the first production vehicle in Kia’s design-led and historic transformation, the Soul attracted new customers to the brand by projecting the kind of individuality and optimism that appealed to both the young and the young-at-heart. The last Soul model will roll off the production line at the conclusion of the 2025 model year. More than 1.5 million Kia Souls have been sold in the U.S. since 2009.

Kia America – about us
  

Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top automotive quality surveys. Kia is recognized as one of the TIME World’s Most Sustainable Companies of 2024. Kia serves as the “Official Automotive Partner” of the NBA and WNBA and offers a range of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the U.S., including several SUVs proudly assembled in America*. 

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* Select trims of the all-electric EV6 and EV9 all-electric three-row SUV, Sportage (excludes HEV and PHEV models), Sorento (excludes HEV and PHEV models), and Telluride are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts. 

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BEIJING, Nov. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Foreign government and business representatives praised the rapid progress of China’s green transformation and they expressed expectations for deeper cooperation with Chinese enterprises in the green sector, as the world’s second-largest economy has made strides to help cut global carbon footprint.

The remarks were made at the just-concluded Annual Conference of the Financial Street Forum (FSF) 2025, a flagship event that was held in Beijing from Monday to Thursday.

Under the theme “Global Financial Development in an Era of Innovation, Transformation and Restructuring,” this year’s forum covered several key topics, including green transition enveloping all aspects of production and consumption in China, and multiple sub-forums on how to expand green transformation around the world.

At the forum, participants highlighted China’s leading role in the global green transition, which is providing fresh impetus for low-carbon development and future international cooperation.

High recognition

China is a prime actor in reshaping the world’s green endeavors, which is also key subject being discussed during the FSF, Hubertus Väth, managing director of Frankfurt Main Finance, told the Global Times.

“China has become the manufacturing hub of the world, and carbon dioxide emissions are usually linked to manufacturing… So with that, the entire drive toward carbon reduction is largely driven and dependent on what China is doing,” said Väth, noting that, in this respect, he believes China has been exemplary for all – “good in the sense that you not only have the fastest industrialization progress made, but also the fastest transformation and green progress achieved in the country, which has been impressive.”

In terms of green technology, China has scaled up wind, solar, batteries and electric vehicles (EV) – “which are popular in Germany and quite impressive,” Väth said, who added that there is great potential for deepening cooperation between the two sides.

“China is one of the leading countries in terms of proceeding with green transition, and Indonesia is also a country with a very ambitious agenda regarding green transition and green economy,” Irwansyah Mukhlis, minister counselor for political affairs at the Indonesian Embassy in Beijing, told the Global Times at the forum.

Mukhlis said that he believes that the two countries can cooperate further in this green field, including to promote EVs, renewable energy, and solar panels, to achieve a mutually beneficial result.

The praise for China’s green industrial development did not come out of the blue. This year marks the conclusion of China’s 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025), which has marked the fastest phase of China’s green and low-carbon transition, the People’s Daily noted earlier.

During this period, the country has built the world’s largest and fastest-growing renewable energy system, with the share of renewable power generation capacity rising from 40 percent to around 60 percent now.

China has not only expanded its domestic capacity in green energy such as solar power and accelerated its own energy transformation, but has also exported advanced green technology to help other countries pursue green development. During the 14th Five-Year Plan period, China’s exports of wind and photovoltaic products have helped other countries reduce carbon dioxide emissions by about 4.1 billion tons, making a significant contribution to the global low-carbon transition.

For example, in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Ivovik Wind Power Project, which was jointly developed by PowerChina and China General Technology Group, with a capacity of 84 megawatts, marks the country’s largest wind farm and is projected to cut carbon dioxide emissions by 240,000 tons annually, the Xinhua News Agency reported.

Another good example is the “Rural Solar” off-grid project developed by Chinese technology giant Huawei in Cameroon. Since Huawei signed a contract with Cameroon’s Ministry of Water Resources and Energy in 2012, nearly 500 solar power stations have been built and put into commercial operation in Cameroon, according to Xinhua. These will help reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 36,000 tons per year, which is equivalent to planting 100,000 trees.

New momentum

Behind the rapid progress of China’s green transformation and its growing contribution to the global energy transition lies the country’s thriving green finance sector – a booming field emphasized by some Chinese business representatives at the FSF 2025.

At a sub-forum on Wednesday, Cui Yong, general manager of China Everbright Group, highlighted the significance of green finance in future development. According to Cui, more than 150 countries worldwide have proposed “carbon neutrality” goals, and green finance is gradually becoming a crucial topic in international financial cooperation.

At the same time, China’s green finance development has further accelerated, making the country the world’s largest green credit market and the second largest green bond market, contributing valuable Chinese experience to global sustainable development, said Cui.

Also at the FSF 2025, Lin Jian, deputy general manager of the corporate finance department at China Merchants Bank, said that the costs of using clean energy technologies, such as solar and wind power, continue to drop, while finance, risk pricing, and incentive mechanisms, provides sustained momentum for the green transition.

By the end of the second quarter of this year, China’s outstanding green loans in domestic and foreign currencies had reached 42.4 trillion yuan ($5.9 trillion), an increase of 5.4 trillion yuan, accounting for 41.4 percent of the total loan growth in the market, Xinhua reported. These funds have been directed precisely to key areas such as energy transition and ecological protection, serving as an accelerator for green and low-carbon development, said the report.

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TAMPA BAY, Fla., Oct. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Entrepreneur and philanthropist Patrick Carroll has announced a substantial five-year commitment to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay, reinforcing the organization’s Health & Wellness Program, which supports youth mental health, physical fitness, nutrition, and overall emotional well-being for thousands of children and teens.

Carroll’s latest contribution extends a longstanding partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs, where he has served as Title Sponsor of the Annual Great Futures Breakfast and previously donated more than $1 million in sneakers through his Kickz for Kids, a national program aimed at inspiring confidence and healthy lifestyles among youth.

“Supporting youth mental health and physical wellness isn’t just charity but an investment in the next generation of leaders,” said Carroll. “The Clubs provide a foundation of structure, mentorship, and belonging that changes lives. My goal is to help make that foundation stronger and sustainable for years to come.”

The new multi-year gift will fund mental health resources, staff training, fitness programs, and nutrition initiatives, ensuring that the Clubs can continue providing holistic support for youth development across the Tampa Bay region.

“Patrick’s dedication has elevated what’s possible for our Clubs and the youth we serve,” said Freddy Williams, President & CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay. “His vision and generosity are empowering the next generation to thrive in classrooms, in careers, and in life.”

The partnership reflects Carroll’s broader philanthropic focus on youth empowerment and mental wellness, aligning with his belief that building healthy, confident children is the best investment a community can make.

For media inquiries, please contact Cassandra Thomas at (cthomas@bgctampa.org).

About Patrick Carroll

Patrick Carroll is a real estate entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist recognized for building one of the nation’s leading multifamily investment firms. Through The Carroll Family Foundation, he supports education, health, and youth empowerment initiatives nationwide. His Kickz for Kids campaign has donated over $1 million in sneakers to children in need across the U.S.

About Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay is one of the largest youth-serving organizations in Florida, providing safe, inclusive spaces and life-changing programs for thousands of kids and teens across Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas Counties. With more than 60 locations, the organization serves over 24,000 youth annually through academic support, leadership development, workforce readiness, mental wellness, and enrichment programs. Learn more at www.bgctampa.org.

Contact: Cassandra Thomas
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay cthomas@bgctampa.org

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ATLANTA, Oct. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Home Depot and The Home Depot Foundation are committing $1 million in product donations, nonprofit grants and other support to provide immediate relief and long-term recovery support to Jamaica and other Caribbean communities devastated by Hurricane Melissa, one of the strongest storms in the region’s history.

Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Jamaica on October 28 as a Category 5 hurricane, resulting in loss of life as well as widespread destruction, including severe flooding, structural collapse and extensive power outages. Over 25,000 residents remain in emergency shelters. Full recovery may take several years.

The Home Depot Foundation is supporting critical resources for immediate relief efforts, including grants to World Central Kitchen to partner with local chefs for emergency meal distribution in Jamaica, Haiti, and the Bahamas, and to Convoy of Hope and Operation Blessing to purchase essential supplies. The Foundation will continue working with its nonprofit partners to facilitate both short-term response and long-term recovery in the coming weeks and months.

“Our hearts go out to the people of Jamaica and the broader Caribbean region as they recover from Hurricane Melissa,” said Erin Izen, executive director of The Home Depot Foundation. “Our teams are working around the clock with nonprofit partners to deliver emergency aid and lay the groundwork for long-term recovery.”

The Home Depot will donate urgently needed disaster relief and building products and supplies, such as generators, water, toolkits, flashlights, solar lights and other cleanup supplies, to support immediate relief efforts. Further, responding to requests from associates and customers, the company has set up its Miami stores, as well as 30 stores in the New York Metro region, to serve as hubs to expedite orders to impacted communities on the island.

Prior to hurricane season each year, The Home Depot stocks its warehouses and other supply chain locations with essential supplies for hurricane response and recovery, allowing these critical products to get to disaster zones quickly.

“The Home Depot is uniquely positioned to provide disaster-impacted communities with the support they need today, as they look to recover and clean up, and in the future, as they turn to rebuilding,” said Jason Arigoni, vice president of field merchandising for The Home Depot. “We’re here to help.”

About The Home Depot

The Home Depot is the world’s largest home improvement specialty retailer. At the end of the second quarter, the company operated more than 2,353 retail stores, over 800 branches and more than 325 distribution centers that directly fulfill customer orders across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, 10 Canadian provinces and Mexico. The company employs over 470,000 associates. The Home Depot’s stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: HD) and is included in the Dow Jones industrial average and Standard & Poor’s 500 index.

About The Home Depot Foundation   
The Home Depot Foundation, a nonprofit supported by The Home Depot (NYSE: HD), works to improve the homes and lives of U.S. veterans, support communities impacted by natural disasters and train skilled tradespeople to fill the labor gap. Since 2011, the Foundation has invested more than $600 million in veteran causes and improved more than 65,000 veteran homes and facilities. The Foundation has pledged to invest $750 million in veteran causes by 2030 and $50 million in training the next generation of skilled tradespeople through the Path to Pro program by 2028. To learn more about The Home Depot Foundation visit HomeDepotFoundation.org and follow us on X @HomeDepotFound and on Facebook and Instagram @HomeDepotFoundation.  

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AutoMobility LA Promises Vehicle Debuts, Special Exhibits and A Host of The Auto Industry’s Leading Decision Makers on November 20

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Los Angeles Auto Show today announced the full schedule for AutoMobility LA 2025, the show’s official media and industry preview day, taking place Thursday, November 20 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

Each year, AutoMobility LA (AMLA) plays host to thousands of automotive executives, media representatives, policymakers, technologists, designers, dealers, investors, industry analysts, thought leaders and content creators. This year’s agenda promises a dynamic mix of vehicle unveilings, test drives, industry insights, and thought-provoking discussions.

“AutoMobility LA is where innovation meets influence,” said Terri Toennies, president and chief operating officer of the LA Auto Show and AutoMobility LA. “The conversations that happen here each year go far beyond the vehicles on display. They reflect the energy, creativity, and collaboration that are redefining mobility in real time.”

Among the highlights for AMLA 2025 are the headline session with California Transportation Secretary Toks Omishakin on the AutoMobility LA Main Stage, presented by Cox Automotive, as well as a panel exploring the partnership between Honda and LA28. The main stage features keynotes, expert panels, and live conversations that examine the most pressing issues in the transportation landscape. All main stage programming, including this session, will be streamed globally in real time via CarBuzz, the official main stage live-stream partner of AutoMobility LA.

In the main halls, manufacturers will preview exhibits and new products with vehicle debuts planned by Kia, Hyundai and more. The day’s agenda also includes several notable awards presentations, including honors from the Hispanic Motor Press Guild and the RACER Automotive Creator Awards, as well as the first public look at finalists for North American Car, Utility and Truck of the Year.

Special test drives will start at 9 a.m., featuring vehicles from Honda, Kia, Lucid, and Rivian.

Networking begins early with a SEMA Cars & Coffee breakfast at 7:15 a.m., setting the tone for a full day of industry connection and collaboration.

The schedule is as follows:

Following AMLA 2025, the LA Auto Show will be open to the public from November 21 to 30, 2025. For more information and to register, visit www.automobilityla.com.

REGISTRATION OPEN NOW

Registration requirements to attend AMLA 2025 are below :

• Media: Complimentary registration is available to accredited press, media and journalists.
• Industry Professionals: Standard registration is $249 for potential attendees.
• How to Register: Visit www.automobilityla.com to register online. All potential registrants go through approval process prior to credentialing.

ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES AUTO SHOW & AUTOMOBILITY LA

Founded in 1907, the Los Angeles Auto Show® is one of the most influential annual automotive events in the world. Held each year at the Los Angeles Convention Center, the show draws hundreds of thousands of attendees and brings hundreds of millions of dollars in economic impact to the city. It also remains the largest revenue driver for the LA Convention Center.

AutoMobility LA® — the show’s press and industry day — takes place on November 20, 2025, and features a full day of vehicle debuts, brand announcements, and a thought leadership program highlighting some of the brightest voices in automotive and tech.

The LA Auto Show opens to the public from November 21 through 30, 2025, including Thanksgiving Day, offering ten full days for car shoppers, enthusiasts, families, and future-focused fans to experience the very best in automotive design, culture, and innovation.

Stay up to date with the latest show news, updates, and information at laautoshow.com and automobilityla.com.

Follow the LA Auto Show on X, Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn and sign up for alerts at laautoshow.com.

MEDIA CONTACT:

For press inquiries, email media@laautoshow.com

Stay up to date with the latest show news, updates, and information, follow the LA Auto Show on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and X, and sign up for alerts at laautoshow.com.

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ROSEMONT, Ill., Oct. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — LRS is proud to announce that its Executive Leadership Team has been named one of the Best and Brightest Leadership Teams in the Nation by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR). This honor celebrates organizations whose leaders exemplify collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to driving strong performance, positive culture, and long-term success.

The award, determined through an independent evaluation by NABR, assessed nominees across key performance categories including customer relationships, brand trust, financial growth, strategic planning, market adaptability, and people and process management. With more than 25 years of experience conducting the Best and Brightest programs, NABR serves as a respected benchmark for leadership excellence across industries.

“This recognition reflects the dedication, vision, and unity of our leadership team,” said Matt Spencer, CEO of LRS. “Our success as an organization stems from the strength of our people and our shared commitment to service, innovation, and sustainability. I am incredibly proud to lead such a talented and passionate group.”

Under the direction of the executive leadership team, LRS has achieved record growth and expansion, strengthened its operational infrastructure, and accelerated its sustainability and digital transformation initiatives. Together, the team continues to position LRS as a leader in waste diversion, recycling, and environmental stewardship.

“This award is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and exemplary leadership of the executives at LRS,” said Jennifer Kluge, President and CEO of NABR. “We are excited to welcome their executive leadership team into the community of the nation’s elite leaders who share ideas, practices, and a proven commitment to excellence.”

The full list of Best and Brightest Leadership Teams in the Nation will be released in January 2026 and featured in Corp! Magazine.

LRS Executive Leadership Team:
Tony Cincotta | Steve Blythe |Corey Grauer | Dan Goldstein | Jim Karls | Joe Sturtz | Kate Daly | Patrick Whalen

About LRS

LRS is among the nation’s leading independent waste diversion, recycling and portable services providers. Since 2013, LRS has specialized in delivering an exceptional customer experience for millions of residential and commercial customers across seven states: Illinois, Iowa, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Kansas, Arkansas. Diversified and growing, LRS also offers affordable roll-off container services, C&D recycling and portable restroom rentals. LRS owns and operates more than 70 facilities and thrives on the passion of nearly 2,300 full-time employees. LRS has earned numerous accolades for its success, including being named in Crain’s Chicago Business’ Fast 50, NABR’s Best and Brightest lists across the Midwest, and receiving the NWRA Facility of the Year award for its newest MRF, The Exchange. The company provides safe, innovative, sustainability-driven services to clean and beautify the cities, neighborhoods, and communities it serves. To learn more visit www.LRSrecycles.com

MEDIA CONTACT:
Michelle Sklodowski
msklowdowski@lrsrecycles.com

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Creamery to double donations made during Black Friday–Cyber Monday weekend

MIDDLETOWN, Md., Oct. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — South Mountain Creamery (SMC), a family-owned and operated farm and creamery based in Middletown, Maryland, is kicking off its annual Holiday Turkey Donation Drive – aiming to provide 600 farm-fresh turkeys to families in need across Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina.

To maximize community impact this season, SMC is raising the bar. Their goal has grown from 500 donated turkeys in 2024 to 600 in 2025. Every donation made between Black Friday and Cyber Monday (November 28–December 1) will be matched by the creamery, doubling the impact and ensuring more families have a hearty meal on their table this holiday season.

Donations will be distributed through trusted community partners, including:

Maryland

• Schools in the Area
• Frederick Rescue Mission
• Maryland Food Bank
• Martha’s Table

Virginia

• Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore

North Carolina

• Good News/Buenas Nuevas International Ministry

“Our annual Thanksgiving drive is one of our favorite traditions,” said Tony Brusco, CEO of South Mountain Creamery. “It’s a way for us—and our customers—to share good food and goodwill. We believe that everyone deserves to sit down to a nourishing meal with family and friends during the holidays.”

Customers can contribute in several ways:

• Current home delivery customers can add a donation turkey to any South Mountain Creamery home delivery order.
• Visit one of South Mountain Creamery’s retail locations, or the Baltimore 32nd Street Farmers Market, to purchase a donation turkey in person.

Turkeys for the donation drive are sourced from Sensenig Turkey Farm in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania—a family-run farm dedicated to raising quality, humanely-raised poultry with care. This partnership ensures that every donation simultaneously strengthens the local farming community. For SMC, community support extends to both the families receiving a nourishing holiday meal and the farm families producing it.

In addition to supporting local food banks, South Mountain Creamery also provides each employee with a complimentary Thanksgiving turkey as a gesture of gratitude for their hard work throughout the year.

“Community has always been at the heart of what we do,” said Brusco. “From our team members to our customers to the families receiving these donations, we’re all connected. This drive is a reflection of that shared commitment to care for one another.”

SMC is accepting Turkey Donations now through November 30, 2025. In addition to fresh turkeys, customers can also pre-order chef-prepared sides, fresh-baked desserts, and classic holiday favorites for their own holiday meals through South Mountain Creamery’s online shop.

For more information or to donate, visit www.southmountaincreamery.com.

About South Mountain Creamery
South Mountain Creamery is Maryland’s first on-the-farm dairy processing plant starting operation in 2001. They own and farm roughly 3,000 acres in Frederick County where they milk around 600 dairy cows including Holstein and Jersey breeds. South Mountain Creamery provides a home delivery service consisting of an online farmers market that delivers to nearly 10,000 customers across Maryland, DC, Northern and Southeast Virginia, and parts of West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and North Carolina. You can also find South Mountain Creamery products in over 1000 stores from Vermont to the Carolinas. 

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NYC-based Grammy-Nominee David Wolfert and Canadian Singer-Songwriter Natasha Alexandra (NLX) Blend Indie Folk and Personal Vulnerability on Emotional New Work

NEW YORK, Oct. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — THE 456, the compelling transatlantic duo comprised of New York’s David Wolfert (a Grammy and Emmy-nominated composer/producer) and Hamilton, Ontario’s Natasha Alexandra (NLX), today release their EP Life On The Head Of A Pin. The five-song collection is a sonic statement shaped by the aftermath of profound personal heartbreak, offering listeners a journey from emotional catastrophe to grounded hope.

The collaboration, which began serendipitously 15 years ago at The Living Room in Manhattan, sees the “creative odd couple” operating across THE 456 miles that separate their home studios. Wolfert, whose songwriting credits include icons like Whitney Houston, Barbra Streisand, Dolly Parton, and Cher, joins forces with Alexandra, whose honest, raw lyrical style anchors the project’s emotional depth.

Life On The Head Of A Pin
 explores themes of love, heartbreak, vulnerability, and the decision to move forward after a crisis. As Alexandra notes, “The wonderful thing about writing from the heart is once you get over feeling too vulnerable, you begin to realize how many of us are balancing Life On The Head Of A Pin. It’s when we share our own truth that we create connections and bridges to a kinder, more grounded place.”

The EP is a masterclass in production, crafted at Wolfert’s New York studio. It features Alexandra on vocals and piano, Wolfert on guitar, bass, and programming, with the notable addition of world-renowned cellist Dave Eggar, famous for his work on Paul Simon’s projects and Coldplay’s “Viva La Vida.”

Track-By-Track Emotional Journey

The new record takes the listener on a full-circle emotional journey across its five tracks:

• ‘
  
  GROUND
  
  ‘ sets the tone as the lead single, deceptively simple at first, it builds into a powerful sonic statement about finding stability.
• ‘
  
  TORNADO
  
  ‘ is the steady calm in the eye of the storm. The song, which lends its core lyric to the album’s title, explores the idea that “getting swept up in a tornado isn’t such a bad idea” compared to the mess of trying to piece things back together.
• ‘
  
  HONEST
  
  ‘ takes no prisoners, articulating the difficult truths often left unsaid in the aftermath of a relationship.
• ‘LOST ME IN YOU’ serves as the reflective last dance.
• ‘SAD SONG’ ties the collection off with a playful ribbon, concluding the emotional narrative.

EP Release Live Performance

THE 456 will celebrate the EP release with a launch show next week.

• EP Release Show: Thursday, November 6, 2025 at Pete’s Candy Store, Brooklyn, NY.

About THE 456

THE 456 is the collaboration between David Wolfert (NYC) and Natasha Alexandra (Hamilton, ON). Wolfert’s extensive production and composition career includes collaborations with Rod Stewart, Bette Midler, Elton John, and Aretha Franklin. Alexandra (NLX) has been noted for her honest songwriting, with her music featured on ABC’s “Brothers & Sisters.” Their partnership, defined by their mutual respect for emotional honesty and dedication to crafting enduring songs, has resulted in two select bodies of work over 15 years: the 2021 album Simple Songs and the new EP, Life On The Head Of A Pin.

Connect with THE 456

Website: https://www.the456music.com
Linktree (All Social/Streaming): https://linktr.ee/The456
Instagram: @The456Music
Spotify: The 456 Artist Page Link

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ACCRA, Ghana, Oct. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The African Fashion Foundation (AFF) has officially launched the second cohort of its African Fashion Futures Incubator (AFFI-II’25), an initiative designed to accelerate the growth of Africa’s creative economy by equipping emerging and established designers with the resources to scale sustainable enterprises.

Guided by AFF’s mission to nurture Africa’s creative ecosystem, AFFI-II’25 provides financial, advisory, marketing, and logistical support, while fostering cultural exchange, peer learning, and business development. Designers in the programme will showcase their collections at international platforms including ASOHOM and The Industry Retreat in October, LA Fashion Week, Ivory Coast in December, and London Fashion Week in February 2026 in partnership with Medusa Fashion House.

The incubator is delivered through the Impact Fund for African Creatives (IFFAC), supported by Annan Capital Partners (ACP), and benefits from strategic partnerships such as the Digital Fashion Academy (DFA), which offers digital and e-commerce education tailored to the fashion and luxury sector.

This year’s cohort features 15 designers from across Africa, including:

African Yuva (Kenya)

Afrowema (Kenya)

Bloombyedzi (Ghana)

Complex Department (Ghana)

February by Serwaa (Ghana)

Izubaa (Rwanda)

Izulu (Kenya)

Kezem (Rwanda)

Kondo (Togo)

Lines by Chaab (Nigeria)

Maison Inkindi (Rwanda)

Matheo (Rwanda)

Native1018 (Rwanda)

Quinstree (Sierra Leone)

Victoria Grace (Benin).

Roberta Annan

, Founder of AFF, emphasized that the incubator is “shaping resilient enterprises that can drive long-term value for Africa’s creative economy,” positioning AFF as a convener of ecosystem players and a promoter of collaboration between African and global stakeholders.

“Through education and digital innovation, our partnership with AFFI empowers young entrepreneurs to shape Africa’s fashion future and connect with global best practices.” Enrico

Fantaguzzi, CEO and Founder of the Digital Fashion Academy.

“Our partnership with the African Fashion Foundation at London Fashion Week 2026 celebrates diversity and creativity, showcasing African talent on a global stage where heritage meets innovation.” Sonal Jindal, Founder, Medusa Fashion House.

“It has been my pleasure to photograph the amazingly creative group of designers that AFF
supports from across Africa. Their diverse and innovative designs are a testament to the
creativity that Africa brings to the global fashion industry.” Robert Owen-Jones.

“The African Fashion Foundation is creating powerful platforms that showcase Africa’s rich creative traditions to the world, fostering collaboration across the arts and advancing the continent’s creative ecosystem.” Malaika Uwamahoro

“African fashion is a vehicle for sustainability and impact, creating jobs, protecting the environment, and shaping a global industry rooted in responsibility and culture. At the UN Global Compact Network Ghana, we believe advancing sustainability in African fashion means advancing jobs, protecting our environment, and shaping a globalindustry that reflects our values.” Tolu Kweku Lacroix- Executive Director, UN Global Compact

Launched at the #ACEL2025 forum in Kigali, AFFI-II’25 reflects AFF’s role in spotlighting African talent while advancing collaboration, investment, and cultural dialogue within the continent’s broader creative economy.

Learn more: 

africanfashionfoundation.org

Find out more: https://africanfashionfoundation.org/
Joel-karl@africanfashionfoundation.org
anna.ayemene@africanfashionfoundation.org

 

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