Meijer Grocery Store in Fishers Opening on September 30

August 10, 2026

Meijer is a Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer that operates 241 supercenters throughout Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky and Wisconsin. A privately-owned and family-operated company since 1934, Meijer pioneered the “one-stop shopping” concept and has evolved through the years to include expanded fresh produce and meat departments, as well as pharmacies, comprehensive apparel departments, pet departments, garden centers, toys and electronics.

Meijer Grocery Store in Fishers Opening on September 30

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FISHERS, Ind., Aug. 10, 2026

New location will be the family-owned retailer’s second grocery format store in Indiana

FISHERS, Ind., Aug. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Meijer announced today it will open a new 75,000-square-foot grocery format store on Sept. 30 at 15700 Southeastern Parkway in Fishers, Ind. The new location will bring a food-focused shopping experience to the area, offering convenient access to fresh, high-quality groceries and everyday low prices. This will be the second Meijer Grocery format store in Indiana and the retailer’s 45th store in the state.

“We’re excited to open our second Meijer Grocery location in Indiana, continuing to bring this convenient format to more communities to help customers quickly find fresh foods and everyday essentials at consistently low prices,” said Jess Murray, Vice President of the Indiana Region for Meijer. “These stores are designed to provide customers with a great shopping experience, right in the communities where they live and work each day.”

The Meijer Grocery format brings together all the essentials that customers need for a weekly shopping trip in a smaller layout than the retailer’s supercenter format. Shoppers can find a wide assortment of fresh produce and grocery staples at an exceptional value, along with full-service bakery, meat, seafood, and deli departments, a floral and greeting card section, pharmacy, health and beauty care, and pet supplies.

A Meijer Express fuel station will open adjacent to the store on September 2, for quick stops, beverages and snacks or prepared food on the go. Meijer customers enjoy earning rewards through the retailer’s mPerks loyalty program, which can be used to save on groceries or to earn up to a $1 off per gallon of gas at Meijer Express stations. Signing up is free and easy at meijer.com/mperks or through the free Meijer app. In addition to mPerks, the new store will also feature the retailer’s popular digital shopping tools, including Shop & Scan, Meijer Home Delivery and Pickup, giving customers the flexibility to shop when and how it’s most convenient for them.

The Fishers Meijer Grocery store will offer Meijer customers’ favorite brands, including Frederik’s by Meijer and True Goodness. These exclusive labels offer store brand value combined with high-quality product offerings unique to the retailer. Frederik’s by Meijer, the retailer’s premium brand, delivers authentic and innovative flavors in the spirit of its namesake, Fred Meijer, across dozens of product lines. True Goodness offers consciously crafted products free from more than 100 ingredients, making good choices more affordable and accessible.

There are still hourly, part-time, and full-time job opportunities available for the Fishers location. Ideal candidates should possess a desire to grow as part of the Meijer team and provide outstanding customer service. Those interested can apply online at jobs.meijer.com/stores.

Meijer has been a part of Indiana communities since 1994. The retailer employs more than 13,000 team members statewide at stores and its distribution and manufacturing facilities in Middlebury. Since its first store opened in the state, Meijer has been committed to supporting the causes, events, and teams that matter most to Hoosiers. This includes fighting hunger with Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana, supporting community events such as the 500 Festival, and partnering with fan favorites like the Indianapolis Colts, Indiana University Athletics, Notre Dame Athletics, and Purdue University Athletics.

About Meijer: Meijer is a privately owned, family-operated retailer that serves customers at more than 500 supercenters, grocery stores, neighborhood markets, and express locations throughout the Midwest. As the pioneer of the one-stop shopping concept, more than 70,000 Meijer team members work hard to deliver a friendly, seamless in-store and online shopping experience featuring an assortment of fresh foods, high-quality apparel, household essentials, and health and wellness products and services. Meijer is consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work and annually donates at least 6 percent of its profit to strengthen its communities. Additional information on the company can be found by visiting newsroom.meijer.com.

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(Español) Abbott Lanza una Campaña en Español con Gabriela Spanic para Fomentar la Detección del Cáncer de Colon con Cologuard Plus®

August 10, 2026

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La nueva campaña tiene la participación de la aclamada actriz de telenovelas Gabriela Spanic

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As Immigration Enforcement Pushes Students Out of Classrooms, EdTrust Expands its Portfolio

August 10, 2026

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As Immigration Enforcement Pushes Students Out of Classrooms, EdTrust Expands its Portfolio

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WASHINGTON, Aug. 10, 2026

EdTrust acquires the National Newcomer Network, a coalition of 500+ educators, researchers, and advocates, to strengthen national efforts to ensure all students can learn, belong, and succeed

WASHINGTON, Aug. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — More than 1 million immigrant children and youth are enrolled in U.S. elementary and secondary schools. However, recent immigration enforcement activity is making it even harder for some students to access public education out of the growing fear of putting their families at risk of detention or deportation. Research examining five California school districts found that daily student absences increased by 22% following immigration raids, with some of the largest increases occurring among the youngest students. Moreover, researchers have found that the presence or perceived presence of immigration enforcement activity near schools contributes to lower academic performance. Just last summer, the Maryland state superintendent of education attributed declining graduation rates among the state’s Latino students to increased immigration enforcement.

At a moment when students from mixed-status, immigrant, and undocumented families need greater support, protection, and opportunity, EdTrust today announced that the National Newcomer Network, a national coalition dedicated to improving educational opportunities for recently arrived immigrant and refugee students, will join its education equity efforts. Alejandra Vázquez Baur, the network’s co-founder and director, will also join EdTrust as director of immigrant students policy, advocacy, and partnerships.

Amid a background of growing anti-immigrant sentiment at the federal level and local enforcement tactics, students are caught in the middle. “Immigrant students arrive in our schools carrying enormous potential, knowledge, courage, and dreams for their futures. They should be welcomed by educational systems prepared to recognize those strengths and help them to succeed,” said Vázquez Baur.

“History has shown us that exclusion rarely stops with one community. If we fail to defend the educational rights of immigrant students today, we weaken the protections that safeguard opportunity for all students tomorrow. Public education must remain a place where every child belongs, every family is welcomed, and every student has the chance to reach their full potential. By joining EdTrust, we can strengthen this national community and turn the experiences of students, families, and educators into meaningful systemic change,” Vázquez Baur continues.

The National Newcomer Network brings together more than 500 educators, researchers, advocates, and organizational partners across 46 states. Founded by The Century Foundation and Next100, the network connects people working to develop systemic solutions to the inequities immigrant and mixed-status students experience in K-12 schools.

The network’s work includes:

Advocating for stronger federal, state, and local policies, funding, accountability, and civil rights protections for newcomer students
Elevating the experiences, ideas, and aspirations of newcomer students and their families
Supporting educators with professional development, instructional resources, and opportunities to learn from one another
Building a national community of practice that connects educators, researchers, advocates, and policymakers across states

“Every student deserves to enter a school where they are safe, welcomed, challenged, and supported, regardless of where they were born or what language they speak,” said Denise Forte, president and CEO of EdTrust.

“A family’s immigration status is not a problem for our education system to solve. They are young people with extraordinary strengths and limitless potential, and our education system has a responsibility to serve them well. Alejandra and the National Newcomer Network bring deep expertise, trusted relationships, and the voices of hundreds of educators and advocates to EdTrust. Together, we will work to ensure that immigrant students are not merely enrolled in our schools, but are given every opportunity to learn, belong, and succeed.”

As part of EdTrust, the National Newcomer Network will continue cultivating its national membership while expanding its capacity to conduct research, shape policy, strengthen advocacy, support educators, and elevate the voices of immigrant students and families. The partnership will also connect the network’s expertise with EdTrust’s broader work to improve educational opportunity from preschool through college.

Vázquez Baur is a nationally recognized policy expert and advocate whose work focuses on immigrant students, English learners, and education equity. She has worked extensively with educators, young people, families, advocates, researchers, and policymakers to advance more responsive and inclusive public education systems.

About the National Newcomer Network
The National Newcomer Network is a coalition of more than 500 educators, researchers, advocates, and organizational partners representing 46 states. The network works to develop systemic solutions to inequities affecting newcomer immigrant and refugee students in K-12 schools by advancing policy change, strengthening professional learning, elevating student and community voices, and connecting practitioners and advocates across the country.

About EdTrust
EdTrust is a national nonprofit organization that advances policies and practices to dismantle the racial and economic barriers embedded in the American education system. Through research and advocacy, EdTrust changes the way public education works, and who it works for, from preschool through college.

Contact: [email protected]

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Landscapers: Grow Your Skills. Strengthen Your Team. Build Your Business

August 10, 2026

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A number of technical turfgrass management courses will be taught in Spanish by Dr. Manuel Chavarria, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension. "My classes are designed to give landscapers practical, hands-on knowledge they can apply immediately," said Dr. Chavarria. "The goal is to help professionals manage turfgrass more efficiently, save time and money, and deliver better results."

Landscapers: Grow Your Skills. Strengthen Your Team. Build Your Business

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LOUISVILLE, Ky., Aug. 10, 2026

Professional Education, Hands-On Equipment Demonstrations and Networking Offered in Spanish and English

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Aug. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Every successful landscaping business is built on skilled people, strong leadership and the right equipment. This October, landscape professionals from across North America will gather at Equip Exposition to sharpen their skills, discover new ideas and connect with others who share their passion for the green industry.

A number of technical turfgrass management courses will be taught in Spanish by Dr. Manuel Chavarria, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension. "My classes are designed to give landscapers practical, hands-on knowledge they can apply immediately," said Dr. Chavarria. "The goal is to help professionals manage turfgrass more efficiently, save time and money, and deliver better results."

Held October 20–23 at the Kentucky Exposition Center, Equip Exposition is the largest international trade show for landscaping, outdoor living and outdoor power equipment. The event welcomes landscape business owners, supervisors, crew leaders and field employees who want to invest in their careers and the future of their businesses.

Recognizing the important role that Spanish-speaking professionals play throughout the landscaping industry, Equip will once again offer a growing selection of educational sessions presented in Spanish, making it easier for attendees to learn directly from respected industry experts.

“Landscaping is powered by hardworking professionals from many cultures and communities,” said Kris Kiser, President and CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), which owns Equip Exposition. “Equip Exposition is designed to help every landscape professional develop new skills, discover innovative equipment, build valuable relationships and return home with practical ideas that strengthen their businesses.”

Attendees can:

Experience the newest outdoor power equipment through live demonstrations.
Compare products from hundreds of manufacturers in one place.
Learn practical business and leadership skills.
Discover techniques that improve efficiency, quality and profitability.
Connect with landscape professionals from across the United States and around the world.

Education Available in Spanish

Spanish-language educational opportunities include:

From Worker to Leader: Developing Your Foreman
Presented by Armando Actis, Equipment Manager for Landscape Illinois and Certified Landscaping Technician Judge

Wednesday: 2:00–3:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:30–11:00 a.m.
Pre-registration required.

This interactive workshop helps experienced crew members successfully transition into leadership roles. Participants learn how to motivate employees, communicate effectively, manage former coworkers, solve everyday challenges and lead productive crews while maintaining strong customer relationships.

Also offered in Spanish are technical turfgrass management courses led by Dr. Manuel Chavarria, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, covering:

Turfgrass cultural practices
Irrigation water management
Weed management
Integrated pest management

“My classes are designed to give landscapers practical, hands-on knowledge they can apply immediately,” said Dr. Chavarria. “The goal is to help professionals manage turfgrass more efficiently, save time and money, and deliver better results for their customers.”

An Event Built for the Entire Industry
In addition to dozens of educational sessions, Equip Exposition offers keynote speakers, networking events, business education and the industry’s largest hands-on Outdoor Demo Yard, where attendees can operate the newest equipment before making purchasing decisions.

Spanish-language sessions are easy to identify through the “Taught in Spanish” education track on the Equip Exposition website and mobile app.

Whether you’re building your first crew, leading an established team or growing your business, Equip Exposition offers valuable education, meaningful connections and practical ideas to help you succeed.

The registration fee to attend Equip is only $30 through September 10, 2026 and registration includes the 30-acre Outdoor Demo Yard, where landscape contractors can test drive the latest equipment, entertainment offerings, admittance to the keynote speaker, access to the trade show floor of the KEC and more.

Education sessions are an additional cost and can be reserved for an individual fee or through an Equip Academy pass for $170.

Visit www.equipexposition.com to register and book hotel rooms.

Held in Louisville, Kentucky, Equip is one of the largest trade shows in the United States and nearly 30,000 people attended last year’s show, which was a new attendance record.

The show will begin a two-city rotation in 2029, biannually moving between Louisville and Orlando. Equip will be held in Orlando in 2029 and 2031 and will be held in Louisville in 2030 and every other year thereafter.

Equip Expo Photos Available: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/ysyuybk2j3di0kf8xio4b/AK-KO02tcEkUtBVjNFcm3ZA?rlkey=3anjati61e8bwpvnkrijqjqg2&dl=0

Embeddable Video: https://www.youtube.com/@equipexposition

Journalist Credentialing: Journalists seeking to attend Equip are strongly urged to register and obtain media credentials in advance of the show.

Media contacts
Ami Neiberger, Four Leaf PR on behalf of OPEI, 703-887-4877, [email protected]
Debbi Mayster, Four Leaf PR on behalf of OPEI, 240-988-6243, [email protected]

About Equip Exposition
Equip Exposition, the international landscape, outdoor living, and equipment exposition, is held annually in Louisville, Kentucky, and is one of the top three largest trade shows in the United States. The show is a Trade Show Executive Gold 100 Grand Award Winner, including “Greatest Trade Show of 2024,” and is co-located with Hardscape North America. Equip publishes “equip” magazine and is owned and managed by the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute, an international trade association representing manufacturers of outdoor power equipment, parts, small engines, battery power systems, portable generators, utility and personal transport vehicles, and golf cars, and their suppliers. For more information visit www.equipexposition.com.

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Gardner Health Services Appoints Guillermo Viveros as President and Chief Executive Officer

August 10, 2026

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Guillermo Viveros, Gardner Health Services, President & CEO

Gardner Health Services Appoints Guillermo Viveros as President and Chief Executive Officer

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SAN JOSE, Calif., Aug. 10, 2026

Elevated from CFO role, veteran corporate finance leader to steer California’s historic community health organization into its next chapter of growth and community impact.

SAN JOSE, Calif., Aug. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Gardner Health Services, a leading Federally Qualified Health Center providing primary and behavioral health care in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties, today announced the appointment of Guillermo Viveros as President and Chief Executive Officer. Viveros, who has served as Chief Financial Officer and recently as Interim President & CEO, assumes full executive leadership of the $100 million organization.

Guillermo Viveros, Gardner Health Services, President & CEO

The appointment marks a milestone transition for Gardner Health Services, which provides services to over 47,000 patients and clients annually.

Viveros brings over two decades of global corporate finance, operations, and leadership experience to the Chief Executive role. Prior to joining Gardner Health Services’ executive management team as CFO in 2023, Viveros served six years on Gardner Health Services’ Board of Directors (2017-2023), actively guiding the organization’s long-range strategic planning, financial sustainability, and community health initiatives.

“Guillermo has demonstrated exceptional leadership and strategic vision during his tenure as CFO and Interim CEO,” said William G. Roth, Chair of the Gardner Health Services Board of Directors. “His financial discipline and deep operational insight are exactly what Gardner needs as we navigate an increasingly complex landscape of evolving legislation and healthcare policy. Having worked closely with Guillermo both on the Board and across executive operations, the Board has absolute confidence in his ability to advance our mission and serve our patients and clients.”

Before joining Gardner Health Services, Viveros compiled a proven track record leading corporate finance, global treasury, and operations for major tech companies. He served as Head of Go-To-Market Finance at Freshworks and Vice President, Treasurer, and Head of Financial Operations at Infoblox, Inc.

His corporate leadership experience also includes serving as Senior Finance Director at TiVo, Inc., as well as an 11-year executive tenure at Juniper Networks, Inc. where he served as Senior Finance Director for Corporate FP&A, Senior Finance Director for the Security Business Unit, and Finance Director for Service & Support and Operations. He began his career as Treasury Manager at Hewlett-Packard and Senior Staff Consultant at Accenture.

Viveros holds a Master of Business Administration in Finance and International Business from the UCLA Anderson School of Management and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. He currently serves on the Board of Directors and Finance Committee for the Foundation for Hearing Research and at the Filoli Historic House and Garden.

“I am deeply honored and energized to lead Gardner Health Services as President and CEO,” expressed Viveros. “Gardner has a 59-year legacy rooted in advocacy, health equity, and compassionate care for our most under-resourced populations. As we navigate an evolving healthcare landscape, my focus will be on strengthening our operational foundation, expanding high-quality primary and behavioral health, and cultivating an environment where our dedicated providers and staff can succeed in service to our patients and clients across Santa Clara and San Mateo counties.”

Gardner Health Services
In 1967 the Alviso community, aided by Stanford Medical School, medical students, and the U.S. Office of Economic Opportunity, built the Alviso Family Health Center, a community clinic to fill the gap of non-existent medical care for Mexican farm workers. When services were expanded into the City of San José, the name was changed to Family Health Foundation of Alviso, Inc. Around the same time, in a separate community, a group in the Gardner neighborhood, aided by Stanford Medical School, medical students, and Sacred Heart Church organized Gardner Community Health Center, a community clinic helping cannery workers. In 1997, Gardner Community Health Center and Family Health Foundation of Alviso, Inc. affiliated. Today Gardner Family Health Network, Inc. DBA Gardner Health Services provides medical and behavioral health care to over 47,000 patients throughout Santa Clara and San Mateo counties with an operating budget of over $100 Million.

Media Contact
Jumay Empaynado
Marketing and Communications
(669) 306-0030
[email protected]

Corporate Contact
Paulina Reynoso
Sr. Executive Assistant & Board Secretary
(408) 200-2291
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Our Primary Purpose Podcast Returns with New Conversations About Alcoholics Anonymous

August 7, 2026

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Alcoholics Anonymous. Visit www.aa.org for more information.

Our Primary Purpose Podcast Returns with New Conversations About Alcoholics Anonymous

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NEW YORK, Aug. 7, 2026

NEW YORK, Aug. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Alcoholics Anonymous World Services (AAWS) has announced that Season 2 of Our Primary Purpose, the official podcast from the General Service Office (GSO) of Alcoholics Anonymous for the U.S. and Canada, is now streaming on major podcast platforms. Building on the success of its inaugural season, the new 8 episodes continue to offer listeners an engaging, behind-the-scenes look at Alcoholics Anonymous while serving as an informative resource for anyone interested in learning more about the Fellowship.

Designed for both A.A. members and the general public, Our Primary Purpose explores how Alcoholics Anonymous carries its message of recovery through interviews, conversations, and stories that highlight the Fellowship’s history, principles, and ongoing work. Season 2 offers valuable insights for professionals, families, media members, and anyone seeking a better understanding of A.A. and its mission.

This season features a wide range of topics, including:

How A.A. cooperates with professionals while maintaining its tradition of no affiliation.
Stories from the General Service Office Archives that bring A.A.’s history to life.
Conversations about carrying the message in diverse communities and through modern communication efforts.
A light-hearted radio drama that takes a fun, engaging look at the principles that keep A.A. united.

Season 2 of Our Primary Purpose is available now on most major podcast streaming platforms. Listeners are encouraged to subscribe, share episodes with friends and colleagues, and explore the series as a trusted resource for learning more about Alcoholics Anonymous.

For more information about the podcast, including episode descriptions and listening links, visit the GSO podcast webpage or contact the GSO team at [email protected].

Founded in 1935, Alcoholics Anonymous is an effective and enduring program of recovery that has changed countless lives and is committed to making its program of recovery available to anyone who reaches out for help with a drinking problem.

To find a local A.A. meeting, contact a local A.A. office or visit aa.org/meeting-guide-app to learn about the Meeting Guide app and how to use it.

*Note: While much of the content produced by AAWS for the U.S. and Canada is available in English, French, and Spanish, this podcast is English-language only.*

Contact: Public Information Desk
[email protected]
(212) 870-3119

SOURCE Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

Meijer Announces Upcoming Double Match Days to Support Midwest Food Pantries

August 7, 2026

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Meijer Announces Upcoming Double Match Days to Support Midwest Food Pantries

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Aug. 6, 2026

Retailer will maximize customer contributions to its Simply Give hunger relief program on Aug. 15 and Sept. 12

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Aug. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Meijer announced today the upcoming double match days for its Simply Give hunger relief program. Customers who add a Simply Give donation card to their shopping cart on Aug. 15 and Sept. 12 will make an even bigger impact within their communities, as Meijer turns their $10 contribution into $30 for that store’s local pantry partner to help keep their shelves stocked for families in need. The year-round hunger relief program offers six double-match days per year that support nearly 600 food pantries across the Midwest.

“Simply Give continues to make a meaningful difference for our pantry partners and the Midwest families they serve,” said Melissa Conway, Director of Community Partnerships and Giving at Meijer. “Because every donation stays local, this program helps food pantries respond to the specific needs of their communities while giving our customers an easy way to support our neighbors facing food insecurity. With our double match days, their donation goes even further.”

Through the Meijer Simply Give hunger relief program, customers can add a $10 donation card at checkout at any time of year, and each contribution is converted into a Meijer food-only gift card that goes directly to a local food pantry partner selected by that store. The program gives pantry partners the flexibility to purchase the food, including fresh produce, dairy, meat, and other essentials their clients need most, such as baby supplies like food, formula, and diapers.

Because Simply Give donations stay in the communities where they are made, customers can feel confident their support is helping a local organization serve neighbors close to home. Since the program launched in 2008, Simply Give has generated more than $100 million in donations and helped provide more than 940 million meals to support hunger relief efforts across the Midwest.*

Simply Give hunger relief donation cards can be found in any Meijer store near the checkout area, on Meijer.com and via the Meijer mobile app.

About Meijer: Meijer is a privately owned, family-operated retailer that serves customers at more than 500 supercenters, grocery stores, neighborhood markets, and express locations throughout the Midwest. As the pioneer of the one-stop shopping concept, more than 70,000 Meijer team members work hard to deliver a friendly, seamless in-store and online shopping experience featuring an assortment of fresh foods, high-quality apparel, household essentials, and health and wellness products and services. Meijer is consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work and annually donates at least 6 percent of its profit to strengthen its communities. Additional information on the company can be found by visiting newsroom.meijer.com.

*One meal equates to 25 cents. Meal calculation is based on the approximate average cost of a meal from select food pantry partners across the Meijer footprint.

SOURCE Meijer

BD&J Partner Olivier Taillieu and Junior Partner Joseph Younes secure $10 million settlement for motorcyclist

August 6, 2026

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BD&J Partner Olivier Taillieu and Junior Partner Joseph Younes secure $10 million settlement for motorcyclist

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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Partner Olivier Taillieu and Junior Partner Joseph Younes have successfully recovered a $10 million settlement for a motorcyclist who was catastrophically injured in a crash with a truck.

In a hard-won battle against a tough Defense, BD&J’s litigation team, led by Olivier Taillieu and Joseph Younes, fought back against the widespread belief that motorcycle riders are irresponsible or unsafe. The client in the confidential settlement suffered severe injuries stemming from a major crash with a truck. While the client faced an uphill battle in court, Taillieu and Younes pursued maximum compensation against negotiators who claimed the plaintiff was reckless and undeserving of financial relief.

The facts of the case include:

Motorcycle vs. commercial truck
Defense denied all liability
Initial offer was $0.00
Final settlement was $10,000,000.

Olivier Taillieu and Joseph Younes are highly respected attorneys in the Los Angeles area who demonstrate how advocacy and comprehensive damage calculations can take a settlement offer from 0 to the millions. “The case was tried in a difficult venue where commercial trucks are often given more leniency and motorcycle claims are faced with hostility,” Taillieu remarked, “We centered our arguments on the data. Regardless of the Defense’s argument against our client’s driving habits, leaning on the numbers was what secured a favorable settlement.”

To learn more about this case and other BD&J outcomes, contact the firm.

About BD&J, PC: BD&J, PC, has served Californians since 2007 in many areas of personal injury law, including motorcycle and pedestrian collisions, product defects, premises liability, commercial injury, dog bites, and more. Having represented tens of thousands of clients from all walks of life, the attorneys at BD&J are proud to protect the rights of individuals from anywhere in California at any time. To learn more, contact BD&J here. 

Media Contact: Juniper Elizondo – [email protected]

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LOS ANGELES AUTO SHOW® OPENS REGISTRATION FOR AUTOMOBILITY LA® 2026, BUILT ON ENERGY, AUTONOMY AND ENTERTAINMENT

August 6, 2026

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Automobility LA takes place on November 19th, 2026.

LOS ANGELES AUTO SHOW® OPENS REGISTRATION FOR AUTOMOBILITY LA® 2026, BUILT ON ENERGY, AUTONOMY AND ENTERTAINMENT

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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 6, 2026

The industry’s year opens Thursday, November 19 with a program organized around the three topics shaping the auto industry, and an open call for the companies making them

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Registration for AutoMobility LA® 2026 is now open. The global media and industry day of the 2026 Los Angeles Auto Show®, presented by Chevron with Techron, takes place Thursday, November 19 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, one day before the public show opens its ten-day run. The 2026 program is organized around three pillars: energy, autonomy, and entertainment.

Automobility LA takes place on November 19th, 2026.

Three things are being rebuilt at once: what a vehicle runs on, what it can do without a driver, and what it means to the people who see it. Few cities hold all three conversations. Los Angeles is the largest vehicle market in the country, one of the few places where autonomous fleets already operate in daily traffic, and home to the entertainment industry that shapes how everything on four wheels is understood. The automotive year opens here, and what is said on this floor in November tends to set the terms for the twelve months after. AutoMobility LA was built in 2014 to put the car business and the technology business in one room. A decade on, the room is bigger, the questions have moved, and the show is naming plainly what this year is about.

Each pillar is a conversation AutoMobility LA intends to lead, and each carries its own programming, its own partners, and its own release through the fall. What the industry works out on November 19 is what the public walks up to over the ten days that follow.

Energy. How a car is powered has never been one question in this state. It is a fuel decision, an infrastructure decision, and a household budget decision. What has changed is that all three are being made at the same time, and at scale. California buys across every powertrain at once and in greater volume than any other state, which makes it the market where preference is revealed rather than predicted, and where capital committed a decade ahead of demand either lands or does not. Energy at AutoMobility LA takes up the economics of that rather than the ideology of it, and puts the question in front of the people who have to answer it. Chevron with Techron anchors the pillar as presenting sponsor of the 2026 show.

Autonomy. Autonomy stopped being a demonstration in this city some time ago. What has changed is the question. Not whether it works, but what it reaches next: what a household owns and what it summons, what a small business does with a van that runs at four in the morning, what the software does once it moves out of the vehicle and into the plant. Los Angeles is where that gets tested first, in daily traffic and daily commerce rather than in a pilot program. Autonomy at AutoMobility LA puts the companies building it and the people responsible for governing it in the same room while the answers are still open.

Entertainment. A car has never been only transportation in this city. It is a character, a credential, and a piece of the story being told. What has changed is that the relationship is now commercial. Studios, streamers, game developers, and creators shape how a vehicle is understood long before a buyer walks into a showroom, and the companies on both sides of that exchange are headquartered within a few miles of the Convention Center. Entertainment at AutoMobility LA treats that as an industry rather than a backdrop and sets the table where both sides meet.

The day is built for participation, not attendance. Automakers, technology companies, suppliers, and brands working in any of the three areas are invited to bring announcements to the floor and propose topics and speakers for the main stage.

“The industry has come to Los Angeles every November for generations, and it comes for a reason,” said Terri Toennies, president of the Los Angeles Auto Show and AutoMobility LA. “This is the floor where a company finds out how its work actually lands, and where the products, the partnerships, and the arguments that shape a year tend to start. Energy, autonomy, and entertainment are where the hard decisions sit now, and we are building the day around them. AutoMobility LA has always been where the conversation starts. This year we intend to lead it.”

Registration is complimentary for accredited and approved media. Industry registration is $149 through October 15 and $249 beginning October 16. The 2026 debut list publishes in late October and the full press conference and main stage schedule publishes in early November.

How to Register: Visit Automobilityla.com to access the registration portal and submit your credentials. Additional instructions will be provided upon confirmation.

About Los Angeles Auto Show

Founded in 1907, Los Angeles Auto Show® is one of the longest-running and most influential automotive events in the world and a leading consumer destination for car shoppers, enthusiasts, families, media, and the global industry. Held annually at the Los Angeles Convention Center, the show features global automakers, vehicle debuts, test drives, technology, lifestyle programming, and Southern California car culture in the most important vehicle market in the United States. 2026 Los Angeles Auto Show runs November 20 through 29, 2026.

AutoMobility LA®, the show’s media and industry day, brings together global debuts, industry announcements, and a conference program featuring leading voices from the automotive and technology sectors.

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Los Angeles Auto Show
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Big Sur Deserves Big Respect

August 6, 2026

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View of the coastline from Hurricane Point along Highway 1.

Big Sur Deserves Big Respect

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MONTEREY, Calif., Aug. 6, 2026

The journey along Highway 1 through Big Sur continues to evolve.
See Monterey urges visitors to plan ahead, travel thoughtfully and preserve this incredibly special path.

MONTEREY, Calif., Aug. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — To preserve a safer, smoother and more enjoyable journey through Big Sur, the County of Monterey has implemented a 12-month parking ban near Bixby Bridge. See Monterey is encouraging visitors to take The Right Path™ by planning ahead, traveling responsibly, and respecting this extraordinary landscape.

Travelers should expect delays this summer as it’s the region’s busiest season with high, pent-up travel demand in addition to multiple Caltrans improvement projects underway along Highway 1. Those who can visit midweek or during quieter times of year will find lighter traffic, while those visiting during peak season should plan ahead, build extra time into their day, and closely follow traffic laws, including no illegal roadside parking and U-turns.

The Right Path™ is See Monterey’s commitment to protecting, supporting and respecting Monterey County’s people, environment and wildlife for generations to come – asking visitors to follow guidelines, make sustainable choices, support local businesses and leave no trace after their visit.

While here, travelers should consider themselves part of the community, not just passing through it. Experiencing the destination like a local means taking time to explore thoughtfully and respecting the places and people that make Monterey County worth visiting.

The parking moratorium will prohibit parking near Bixby Bridge. While the bridge is iconic, it’s meant to be experienced as part of the journey, not the destination itself. And Big Sur offers plenty of opportunities to experience its natural beauty. Visitors can walk Andrew Molera State Park, hike among the redwoods at Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, relax at Sand Dollar Beach, or visit lodges and restaurants that have long welcomed travelers. These destinations offer designated parking and visitor amenities, making it easy to experience Big Sur’s beauty without adding to congestion at its most crowded points.

“Big Sur inspires visitors from around the world, but it’s also a place that absolutely deserves care and respect,” said Rob O’Keefe, President & CEO of See Monterey. “Highway 1 isn’t about a single stop or photo opportunity; it’s about the entire journey. We ask every visitor to plan ahead, put safety first – for themselves and others – follow local regulations, respect the communities that call Big Sur home and contribute to the preservation of this extraordinary place.”

Exploring beyond iconic viewpoints reveals the depth and diversity of Monterey County. Visitors can hike Pinnacles National Park in Salinas Valley, paddle through Elkhorn Slough near Moss Landing, discover award-winning wineries in the Salinas and Carmel valleys, feel the energy at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, explore seasonal cultural exhibits or enjoy the region’s agricultural heritage. Every community offers a distinct way to experience Monterey County.

The Right Path is about making simple choices that lead to richer travel experiences. Whether lingering in a Big Sur redwood grove, sharing a meal at a local restaurant, visiting a family-owned winery or cheering on a hometown team, every stop offers a deeper connection to Monterey County while also helping preserve the places that make this destination unforgettable.

About See Monterey

See Monterey is a 501(c)(6) non-profit organization that drives tourism for Monterey County. Tourism is the largest industry on the Monterey Peninsula and the second largest in the county. See Monterey is a partnership of the hospitality community and local governments that aims to generate community prosperity and enrich economic vitality for Monterey County through the responsible growth of the tourism economy. In 2025, travel spending in Monterey County was $3.3 billion, supporting nearly 28,000 jobs and generating $346 million in state and local tax revenue that directly benefited the community. For more information, visit SeeMonterey.com and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn.

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View of the coastline from Hurricane Point along Highway 1.

SOURCE See Monterey