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Nexstar Media Foundation Announces Honorees for Day Twenty-One of "30 Days of Giving" Initiative
IRVING, Texas, June 21 [Category: BizMedia] -- Nexstar Media Group, a television broadcasting company, issued the following news release:
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Nexstar Media Foundation Announces Honorees for Day Twenty-One of "30 Days of Giving" Initiative
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Play It Forward and AutismUp Named as Recipients of $5,000 Grants
Irving, TX (June 21, 2026) - Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST), today announced that the Nexstar Media Charitable Foundation is making a $5,000 contribution to both Play It Forward and AutismUp as part of the company's "30 Days of Giving" initiative, a month-long program recognizing
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IRVING, Texas, June 21 [Category: BizMedia] -- Nexstar Media Group, a television broadcasting company, issued the following news release:
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Nexstar Media Foundation Announces Honorees for Day Twenty-One of "30 Days of Giving" Initiative
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Play It Forward and AutismUp Named as Recipients of $5,000 Grants
Irving, TX (June 21, 2026) - Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST), today announced that the Nexstar Media Charitable Foundation is making a $5,000 contribution to both Play It Forward and AutismUp as part of the company's "30 Days of Giving" initiative, a month-long program recognizingand supporting nonprofit and charitable organizations serving communities across Nexstar's nationwide footprint.
"30 Days of Giving" is an employee-driven initiative created to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Nexstar's founding in June 1996. Locally-led committees reviewed submissions from Nexstar's 13,000 employees and selected charitable and nonprofit organizations to nominate for grants. More than 100 organizations were nominated, and the Nexstar Charitable Foundation's Board of Directors chose 60 to receive $5,000 each. Every day during the month of June, the Foundation will award two $5,000 grants; by the end of the month the Foundation will have committed $300,000 to "30 Days of Giving."
The Foundation today recognized Play It Forward and AutismUp as recipients of $5,000 grants. The organizations were nominated by employees at KOIN-TV, the Nexstar television station serving Portland, OR, and WROC-TV in Rochester, NY, respectively.
Play It Forward (PIF) provides musical instruments, instruction, and performance opportunities to students in need across the Pacific Northwest. The organization is dedicated to helping children reach their full cognitive and social potential by addressing barriers such as poverty, systemic racism, and historic inequities that often limit access to music education.
PIF also distributes gently used instruments to families, schools, and art and cultural organizations, and partners with local nonprofits, and after-school programs to provide piano and guitar instruction to young musicians.
To learn more about Play It Forward, visit https://pifmusic.org/ and to donate, go to https://pifmusic.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/pifmusic/donation.jsp.
AutismUp provides resources, programs, and lifespan services for individuals with autism spectrum disorder and their families. The organization serves more than 4,000 families and guides them from diagnosis through adulthood and offering innovative programs, resources, and advocacy that foster growth, independence, and confidence.
"This grant means a lot because it was driven by our WROC employees," said Wendy Bello, Vice President and General Manager of WROC-TV in Rochester, NY. "This is our home - we truly value this community - and we're proud to support AutismUp and the impact they have on so many local families here in Rochester."
Commenting on her nomination of the Autism Up, WROC-TV Sales Assistant Kathy Ramirez said: "My son, Michael, was diagnosed with autism at age three and is now 25 and thriving. He's taken several classes run by AutismUp that have helped him make new friends, gain independence, and learn new life skills. He's also enjoyed fun events like dances and ice cream socials. I love what AutismUp does for our children and our community. We truly could not have made it without this organization and their wonderful staff."
For more information on AutismUp, and to donate, visit https://autismup.org/.
The Nexstar Media Charitable Foundation's mission is to contribute to and work with public charities and non-profit organizations to improve the communities in which Nexstar Media and its subsidiaries do business.
About Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports, and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.
Media Contact
Gary Weitman
EVP and Chief Communications Officer
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
(972) 373-8800 or gweitman@nexstar.tv
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Thrivent Puts Purpose Into Action at 2026 Special Olympics USA Games
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, June 20 -- Thrivent, a financial services company, issued the following news:
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Thrivent Puts Purpose into Action at 2026 Special Olympics USA Games
Thrivent's sponsorship will deliver hands-on generosity activations and engaging experiences to thousands of athletes, volunteers and fans.
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Thrivent, a Fortune 500 financial services company that puts generosity at the heart of saving and investing, is a sponsor of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games. Through the partnership, Thrivent will help support the nearly 3,000 athletes competing in front of over 75,000 fans,
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MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, June 20 -- Thrivent, a financial services company, issued the following news:
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Thrivent Puts Purpose into Action at 2026 Special Olympics USA Games
Thrivent's sponsorship will deliver hands-on generosity activations and engaging experiences to thousands of athletes, volunteers and fans.
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Thrivent, a Fortune 500 financial services company that puts generosity at the heart of saving and investing, is a sponsor of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games. Through the partnership, Thrivent will help support the nearly 3,000 athletes competing in front of over 75,000 fans,as well as the 10,000 volunteers who make the Games a reality.
"The Special Olympics USA Games is about connection, resilience and showing the world what's possible when people come together," said Thrivent's Chief Growth & Generosity Officer Carolyn Sakstrup. "This partnership is a natural fit for Thrivent because it shows how we put our purpose into action - empowering lives of service and faith. We're honored to support these incredible athletes and the volunteers who make it all possible, helping create moments of joy, belonging and impact that last long after the closing ceremony."
Thrivent will show up during the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in three meaningful ways, including:
* Serving as the presenting sponsor of Fan Fest, the week-long public celebration outside Huntington Bank Stadium at the University of Minnesota, featuring interactive games, giveaways and experiences that showcase Thrivent's purpose-based approach to financial advice and generosity.
* Leading a generosity activation in athlete village, where athletes and volunteers will make fleece blankets and cards for Fleece and Thank You, a nonprofit that supports children facing extended hospital stays and treatment. This spirit of generosity is the heart of Thrivent. In 2025 alone, Thrivent clients and others raised and donated $464 million through Thrivent's generosity programs and volunteered 17.2 million hours toward community service.
* Empowering Thrivent employees to give back - more than 200 team members are volunteering their time and support during the Games. One team member, an avid volunteer, is especially proud to support the Special Olympics. Her son, Mitchell, is an athlete who has found community and purpose through the Games - watch his inspiring story here (https://video.thrivent.com/view/lvkmqG1lJB4qJRrUd6oXkY).
The Games, taking place June 20-26, 2026, mark the first time in more than three decades they've been held in Minnesota - creating a unique opportunity to celebrate inclusion, community and service on a national stage, while introducing more people to Thrivent.
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About Thrivent
Thrivent is a Fortune 500 financial services company that helps build, grow and protect financial well-being through purpose-driven advice, investments, insurance, banking and generosity programs. Thrivent serves more than 2.4 million clients through thousands of financial advisors across the country and has more than $212 billion in assets under management/advisement (as of 12/31/25). Thrivent carries strong financial ratings from independent rating agencies - including AM Best, Moody's and S&P Global Ratings - which demonstrate the company's financial strength, stability and ability to pay claims. Ratings don't apply to investment product performance and more information can be found on each rating agency's website.
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About the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games
The 2026 Special Olympics USA Games - scheduled for June 20-26, 2026, across Minnesota's Twin Cities with sports competitions at the University of Minnesota and the National Sports Center in Blaine - is a national celebration of inclusivity, changing perceptions, and the ability of the human spirit rising above limitations. The USA Games, with co-presenting partners Jersey Mike's Subs and UnitedHealthcare, will be one of the biggest U.S. sporting events of the year, drawing tens of thousands of fans to celebrate the ability of nearly 3,000 incredible athletes from all 50 states as they compete in 16 Olympic-type team and individual sports. With a long history of championing inclusion, the USA Games now bring an unrivaled opportunity to Minnesota and beyond, to spark new energy around the Special Olympics movement and create a lasting legacy of positive change.
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Original text here: https://newsroom.thrivent.com/2026-06-18-Thrivent-Puts-Purpose-into-Action-at-2026-Special-Olympics-USA-Games
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Steer Health Wins 2026 Hearst Health Prize
NEW YORK, June 20 -- Hearst Health, a division of Hearst, issued the following news release:
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Steer Health Wins 2026 Hearst Health Prize
$125,000 in Hearst Health Prize awards recognize Steer Health and finalist Dana-Farber Cancer Institute for innovative uses of data science to improve health outcomes
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LOS ANGELES - Hearst Health, in partnership with the UCLA Center for AI & SMART Health, awarded the 2026 Hearst Health Prize to Steer Health, an AI-driven clinical orchestration company whose platform has measurably reduced care gaps for more than 1.6 million patients across 34 states.
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NEW YORK, June 20 -- Hearst Health, a division of Hearst, issued the following news release:
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Steer Health Wins 2026 Hearst Health Prize
$125,000 in Hearst Health Prize awards recognize Steer Health and finalist Dana-Farber Cancer Institute for innovative uses of data science to improve health outcomes
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LOS ANGELES - Hearst Health, in partnership with the UCLA Center for AI & SMART Health, awarded the 2026 Hearst Health Prize to Steer Health, an AI-driven clinical orchestration company whose platform has measurably reduced care gaps for more than 1.6 million patients across 34 states.Greg Dorn, senior vice president of Hearst and president of Hearst Health, presented the award on June 16, 2026 at the UCLA Health Data Day event. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute was recognized as the 2026 finalist for MatchMiner, an open-source platform that automatically matches cancer patients to precision medicine clinical trials. Hearst Health awarded $100,000 to Steer Health and $25,000 to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
Steer Health was recognized for its AI-powered patient engagement and care coordination engine, which addresses one of U.S. healthcare's most costly and persistent problems: clinical inertia. Up to 40% of patients in the U.S. never complete a specialist referral and nearly one in five scheduled appointments are no-shows, representing an estimated $150 billion in annual waste and millions of patients who fall out of the care continuum each year. Steer's platform predicts which patients are at risk of disengaging and autonomously guides them through scheduling, intake and post-visit follow-up, integrated with more than 50 EHR systems.
"We started Steer Health because too many patients fall through the cracks of a system that was never designed to keep them engaged," said Sridhar Yerramreddy, founder and CEO of Steer Health. "This recognition from Hearst Health validates what our teams and our hospital partners already know: that AI can do the hard, invisible work of keeping patients connected to care -- and do it at a scale no human workforce could match alone. We're honored, and we're just getting started."
Closing the gap between a physician's order and a completed patient visit has historically been a staffing problem. Steer Health reframes it as a data problem. Using a gradient-boosted predictive model to identify at-risk patients and a multi-agent AI system to act on those signals in real time, the platform supported 1.68 million patients across 950+ care sites in 2025 -- achieving a 2.2% no-show rate against an 18-20% national average and executing more than 4 million automated follow-ups without human intervention.
"The Hearst Health Prize exists because we believe data science is one of the most powerful tools we have to close the gaps between patients and the care they need. Steer Health and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute are doing exactly that -- not in theory, but at scale, in real clinical environments, with measurable results," said Dorn. "Recognizing this work is central to Hearst Health's mission and we're proud to support organizations that are moving the field forward in meaningful ways."
The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute's Knowledge Systems Group was named the 2026 finalist for MatchMiner, an open-source clinical trial matching platform operational at Dana-Farber since 2016. Fewer than 10% of adult cancer patients ever enroll in a clinical trial, despite trials being the primary mechanism through which new cancer treatments are developed. The matching problem is overwhelming: thousands of active trials, increasingly complex genomic eligibility criteria and oncologists who cannot track it all manually.
MatchMiner automatically matches patients to precision medicine trials using genomic data and AI that reads unstructured clinical notes. To date, the platform has facilitated 402 trial enrollments and reduced the time to patient consent by a median of 55 days -- a critical window when patients' health is actively declining. The platform is fully open-source, enabling any cancer center to adopt it without licensing fees, and its AI models are trained on synthetic patient data so they can be shared across institutions without privacy barriers. MatchMiner is now expanding to Mayo Clinic.
"Our partnership with Hearst Health was built to surface and celebrate the data science work that is genuinely transforming patient outcomes. The 2026 finalists represent two very different problems -- care access and clinical trial matching -- but the same underlying insight: that intelligently applied data can find the patients who need help and connect them to it faster. We are proud to recognize both organizations and to inspire others working toward the same goal," said Dr. Alex Bui, director of the Medical & Imaging Informatics (MII) group at UCLA.
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About the Hearst Health Prize
The Hearst Health Prize is an annual competition that showcases data science programs making a health impact. Visit the Hearst Health Prize webpage to sign up to receive updates, including notifications about the call for submissions for the next Hearst Health Prize.
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About the UCLA Center for AI & SMART Health
The UCLA Center for Artificial Intelligence & Systematic, Measurable, Actionable, Resilient and Technology-driven (SMART) Health is a campus-wide collaborative that looks to the integrated transformation of healthcare through emergent data and technologies. A joint effort between the Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI), the Institute for Precision Health (IPH) and the B. John Garrick Institute for the Risk Sciences that brings together UCLA's experts to shape how digital and data-driven healthcare technologies will help to manage risk, reliability, resilience, uncertainty and precision in future biomedical research and clinical care.
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About Hearst Health
The mission of Hearst Health is to guide healthcare organizations by delivering essential intelligence and software that improve the quality, safety and efficiency of care. Hearst Health has been innovating with care for more than 40 years, with a commitment to making a lasting positive impact on health. The Hearst Health companies -- FDB, Homecare Homebase, MCG, MHK, QGenda and Zynx Health -- elevate care by informing and empowering participants across the health journey.
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Southwest Airlines Hits a High Note: 15 Years of Live at 35 Celebrated With Plain White T's at 35,000 Feet
DALLAS, Texas, June 20 -- Southwest Airlines issued the following news release:
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Southwest Airlines Hits a High Note: 15 Years of Live at 35 Celebrated with Plain White T's at 35,000 Feet
Band returns to the skies performing hit song "Hey There Delilah" in a nostalgic nod to the program's beginnings during the airline's 55th year of service
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Southwest Airlines Co. is celebrating its signature Live at 35(R) program that brings live pop-up performances to Customers onboard flights at 35,000 feet. To mark the occasion, the Plain White T's took to the skies and surprised Southwest(R) Customers
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DALLAS, Texas, June 20 -- Southwest Airlines issued the following news release:
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Southwest Airlines Hits a High Note: 15 Years of Live at 35 Celebrated with Plain White T's at 35,000 Feet
Band returns to the skies performing hit song "Hey There Delilah" in a nostalgic nod to the program's beginnings during the airline's 55th year of service
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Southwest Airlines Co. is celebrating its signature Live at 35(R) program that brings live pop-up performances to Customers onboard flights at 35,000 feet. To mark the occasion, the Plain White T's took to the skies and surprised Southwest(R) Customersby singing their hit song, "Hey There Delilah," which continues to draw crowds and resurface on TikTok with billions of plays. The Plain White T's were one of the first artists to perform onboard a Southwest flight when the airline launched the program 15 years ago.
"At Southwest, we're proud to deliver our signature Hospitality in unexpected ways with surprise performances at 35,000 feet," said Sabrina Callahan, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital and Marketing Officer. "Through Live at 35 and the personality of our incredible Crew, we've created moments that turn flights into lasting memories from the minute our Customers step onboard."
Past Live at 35 performances have featured independent artists and mainstream musicians, and the airline plans to dial up the experiences in the coming months, with more artists performing at new heights. The Plain White T's recent performance included Tom Higgenson as lead singer and guitarist, accompanied by Tim Lopez on lead vocals and guitar, Mike Retondo on backing vocals and bass, and De'Mar Hamilton on percussion.
"We've played a lot of venues over time, and I speak for all of us when I say there is nothing like hearing a plane full of people singing along with your music at 35,000 feet," said Tom Higgenson of the Plain White T's. "We had the opportunity to perform inflight with Southwest over a decade ago, and while that can feel like it was a million years ago, not much has changed. We loved making history with Southwest and their welcoming team."
Southwest Airlines(R) is building on 55 years of service with continued, feedback-driven enhancements aiming to bring more comfort, choice, and signature Hospitality to every flight. From assigned seating to ongoing investments in the cabin experience, the airline is continuing to deliver meaningful updates across the entire Customer journey. Currently, Southwest Customers can enjoy fast, free WiFi/1 for Rapid Rewards(R) members thanks to T-Mobile(R), with Starlink set to debut this summer. As part of this milestone year, Southwest will introduce Siete(R) Mini Grain Free Mexican Wedding Cookies onboard starting this week on June 18. Coca-Cola(R) Cherry Zero Sugar/2 will also debut onboard the same day, giving Customers even more to look forward to this summer.
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ABOUT SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO.
Southwest Airlines Co. operates one of the world's most admired and awarded airlines, offering its one-of-a-kind value and Hospitality at 120 airports across 12 countries. Southwest took flight in 1971 to democratize the sky through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel and now carries more air travelers flying nonstop within the United States than any other airline/3. By empowering its more than 73,000/4 People to deliver unparalleled Hospitality, the maverick airline cherishes a passionate loyalty among more than 134 million Customers carried in 2025. Southwest leverages a unique legacy and mission to serve communities around the world including harnessing the power of its People and Purpose to put communities at the Heart of its success.
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1. Where available. Available only on WiFi enabled designated aircraft.
2. Excluding Hawaii interisland flights, complimentary non-alcoholic drinks and snacks are served on select flights 251 miles or more. Extra Legroom premium snacks will be served on select flights 301 miles or more. Service may also be limited at the discretion of Southwest Airlines(R).
3. Based on U.S. Dept. of Transportation quarterly Airline Origin & Destination Survey as of Q4 2025
4. Fulltime-equivalent active Employees as of March 31, 2026.
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Nexstar Media Foundation Announces Honorees for Day Twenty of "30 Days of Giving" Initiative
IRVING, Texas, June 20 [Category: BizMedia] -- Nexstar Media Group, a television broadcasting company, issued the following news release:
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Nexstar Media Foundation Announces Honorees for Day Twenty of "30 Days of Giving" Initiative
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Courage Connection and CURE GABA-A Named as Recipients of $5,000 Grants
Irving, TX (June 20, 2026) - Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST), today announced that the Nexstar Media Charitable Foundation is making a $5,000 contribution to both Courage Connection and CURE GABA-A as part of the company's "30 Days of Giving" initiative, a month-long program
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IRVING, Texas, June 20 [Category: BizMedia] -- Nexstar Media Group, a television broadcasting company, issued the following news release:
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Nexstar Media Foundation Announces Honorees for Day Twenty of "30 Days of Giving" Initiative
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Courage Connection and CURE GABA-A Named as Recipients of $5,000 Grants
Irving, TX (June 20, 2026) - Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST), today announced that the Nexstar Media Charitable Foundation is making a $5,000 contribution to both Courage Connection and CURE GABA-A as part of the company's "30 Days of Giving" initiative, a month-long programrecognizing and supporting nonprofit and charitable organizations serving communities across Nexstar's nationwide footprint.
"30 Days of Giving" is an employee-driven initiative created to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Nexstar's founding in June 1996. Locally-led committees reviewed submissions from Nexstar's 13,000 employees and selected charitable and nonprofit organizations to nominate for grants. More than 100 organizations were nominated, and the Nexstar Charitable Foundation's Board of Directors chose 60 to receive $5,000 each. Every day during the month of June, the Foundation will award two $5,000 grants; by the end of the month the Foundation will have committed $300,000 to "30 Days of Giving."
The Foundation today recognized Courage Connection and CURE GABA-A as recipients of $5,000 grants. The organizations were nominated by employees at WCIA/WCIX-TV, the Nexstar television stations serving Champaign/Springfield, IL, and WCMH-TV in Columbus, OH, respectively.
Courage Connection provides advocacy, education, and comprehensive support services to individuals and families experiencing domestic violence. All services are free and confidential, including a 24/7 hotline (217-384-4390 or 877-384-4390), legal advocacy, and therapy and counseling for individuals, families, and groups. The organization also offers shelter and housing assistance, serving residents across Champaign, Douglas, Ford, and Piatt counties in Illinois.
"Courage Connection continues to be a vital resource within our community, expanding awareness around the realities of domestic violence," said Angie Salas, Vice President and General Manager of WCIA/WCIX-TV in Champaign/Springfield, IL. "They provide essential education, support, and resources to individuals and families in need so we can work toward building a safer, stronger, and more informed community for all."
Commenting on their nomination of Courage Connection, WCIA/WCIX-TV's Account Executive Casson Copeland said: "Domestic violence remains a deeply impactful issue, affecting every aspect of a family's well-being. Courage Connection continues to be a vital resource within our community and through ongoing education and outreach, they are helping shed light on what too often goes unseen behind closed doors. By continuing to elevate awareness and invest in prevention, education, and support, Courage Connection is building a safer, stronger, and more informed community for all."
For information on Courage Connection, visit https://courageconnection.org/ and to donate, go to https://courageconnection.org/donate/.
CURE GABA-A helps families battling GABA-A and B receptor (GABAAR) disorders, a rare and life-threatening category of genetic epilepsies. It partners with world-renowned scientists to speed up the development of life-saving gene therapies for children with epilepsy, developmental delays, schizophrenia, addiction, and other brain disorders linked to GABAAR dysfunction.
CURE GABA-A is the largest patient-led GABAAR advocacy organization in the world and the leading nonprofit foundation funding GABAAR-targeted research. It also organizes patient communities to participate in clinical research.
"We were thrilled to find out the CURE GABA-A was chosen to get one of the $5,000 grants from our Nexstar's '30 Days of Giving,'" Larry Cottrill, Vice President and General Manager of WCMH-TV in Columbus, OH. "This particular organization is close to us to our hearts at WCMH/NBC4 because one of our own employees' daughter has a GABA-A variant and she is a valiant fighter and beautiful soul. The Cure GABA-A organization has the sole focus of understanding the most efficient and effective ways to develop potential therapies for the variants. This grant will be another help to accelerate their research efforts."
To learn more about CURE GABA-A, visit https://curegabaa.org/ and to donate, go to https://curegabaa.org/donate/.
The Nexstar Media Charitable Foundation's mission is to contribute to and work with public charities and non-profit organizations to improve the communities in which Nexstar Media and its subsidiaries do business.
About Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports, and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.
Media Contact
Gary Weitman
EVP and Chief Communications Officer
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
(972) 373-8800 or gweitman@nexstar.tv
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LEAGUE OF CREDIT UNIONS & AFFILIATES NAMES JOHN BRATSAKIS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
TALLAHASSEE, Fla., June 20 -- League of Southeastern Credit Unions and Affiliates issued the following news on June 18, 2026:
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THE LEAGUE OF CREDIT UNIONS & AFFILIATES NAMES JOHN BRATSAKIS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Veteran credit union leader and industry advocate to guide organization's next chapter of growth and impact
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The League of Credit Unions & Affiliates today announces its Board of Directors has appointed John Bratsakis as Chief Executive Officer, following a comprehensive national search conducted by Sterling | Martin. Bratsakis will lead the organization and its affiliated companies,
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla., June 20 -- League of Southeastern Credit Unions and Affiliates issued the following news on June 18, 2026:
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THE LEAGUE OF CREDIT UNIONS & AFFILIATES NAMES JOHN BRATSAKIS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Veteran credit union leader and industry advocate to guide organization's next chapter of growth and impact
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The League of Credit Unions & Affiliates today announces its Board of Directors has appointed John Bratsakis as Chief Executive Officer, following a comprehensive national search conducted by Sterling | Martin. Bratsakis will lead the organization and its affiliated companies,building on The League's strong foundation of advocacy, collaboration, innovation and services to member credit unions.
Throughout his career, Bratsakis has successfully led trade associations and financial institutions, including most recently serving as President & CEO of the MD|DC Credit Union Association. He brings more than 35 years of executive leadership experience and a distinguished history of driving membership growth and engagement, strengthening advocacy efforts, and developing innovative business solutions that support credit unions and the communities they serve.
"John is a proven leader with an exceptional track record of advancing the credit union mission, building meaningful relationships and delivering results," said Richard "Rick" J. Skaggs, chair of The League of Credit Unions & Affiliates Board of Directors.
As President & CEO of the MD|DC Credit Union Association, Bratsakis led significant growth in member affiliation and engagement, expanded strategic partnerships, and developed innovative programs to meet evolving industry needs. He also co-founded Plexcity, a first-of-its-kind back-office collaboration that now serves dozens of Associations, Foundations, small businesses and credit unions nationwide, helping to increase operational efficiency and strengthen member service capabilities.
A recognized industry leader, Bratsakis currently serves as Chair of the American Association of Credit Union Leagues (AACUL) and has held numerous leadership roles across national credit union organizations, charitable initiatives and industry boards. His advocacy experience spans multiple states and jurisdictions, where he has represented credit union interests before lawmakers, regulators, and key stakeholders.
"I am honored to join The League of Credit Unions & Affiliates and serve the credit unions, employees and communities that make this organization so impactful," said Bratsakis. "Credit unions have never been more important to the financial wellbeing of consumers and small businesses. I look forward to working alongside our talented team, dedicated volunteer leaders, member credit unions and business partners to advance our shared mission, strengthen our influence, and create new opportunities for continued growth and success."
Bratsakis succeeds the leadership structure established through recent governance enhancements and will work closely with the Board of Directors, staff and member credit unions to advance The League's strategic priorities and continue delivering exceptional value across the region. Bratsakis will officially assume the role of Chief Executive Officer on August 3.
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ABOUT THE LEAGUE OF CREDIT UNIONS & AFFILIATES
The League of Credit Unions & Affiliates provides a platform for advocacy, collaboration, and innovation, representing 368 credit unions across Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Virginia and their 33.8 million members, as well as $477.6 billion in assets. The League serves as an advocate through credit union engagement, advocacy impact, Foundation resources, and LEVERAGE products and services.
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BDO USA's Chief People Officer Moy Inducted Into Ragan's HR Awards Hall of Fame
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 20 -- BDO USA, a provider of assurance, tax and financial advisory services, presented the following news release:
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BDO USA's Chief People Officer Cathy Moy Inducted Into Ragan's HR Awards Hall of Fame
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* BDO USA Chief People Officer Cathy Moy has been named to Ragan's HR Awards Hall of Fame for her lasting impact on HR, employee experience and workplace culture.
* Moy's people-first leadership has helped strengthen BDO's culture by advancing talent development and enhancing benefits and well-being programs that support employees across their careers.
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CHICAGO, Illinois, June 20 -- BDO USA, a provider of assurance, tax and financial advisory services, presented the following news release:
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BDO USA's Chief People Officer Cathy Moy Inducted Into Ragan's HR Awards Hall of Fame
Key Facts:
* BDO USA Chief People Officer Cathy Moy has been named to Ragan's HR Awards Hall of Fame for her lasting impact on HR, employee experience and workplace culture.
* Moy's people-first leadership has helped strengthen BDO's culture by advancing talent development and enhancing benefits and well-being programs that support employees across their careers.
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BDOUSA, one of the nation's leading accounting and advisory firms, is proud to announce that Cathy Moy, chief people officer (CPO), has been named to Ragan's HR Awards Hall of Fame, an honor that recognizes leaders whose careers have made a lasting impact on companies and people they serve.
"I'm deeply honored to receive this recognition. This award reflects the passion and dedication of the many colleagues, teams and leaders I've had the privilege to work alongside throughout my career. At BDO, we believe a strong culture starts with listening to our people, investing in their growth and creating an environment where they can thrive. I'm proud to share this recognition with everyone who helps make that commitment real every day," said Cathy Moy, BDO USA CPO.
Ragan's HR Hall of Fame is one of the program's highest honors reserved for leaders whose vision and contributions have addressed some of the most important needs facing workplaces today. As BDO's first CPO, Moy was critical in shaping BDO's approach to a people-first culture for the firm's 14,000 employees in more than 85 offices. She helped establish the firm's Employee Stock Ownership Plan, championed the human element of emerging technologies like AI, reimagined BDO's social impact strategy, and elevated workplace flexibility as a business driver.
Moy advanced a belief that business works best when it is more human and that culture should be treated as a strategic asset. Today, that philosophy is directly reflected in employee feedback. According to the firm's 2025 employee engagement survey, 95% of respondents stated they feel enabled and encouraged to develop others, and 90% said they feel like they belong at BDO.
"Ragan's HR Awards Hall of Fame honors leaders whose work has left a meaningful mark on their organizations, their colleagues and the broader workplace community," said Brendan Gannon, senior marketing manager of Ragan Communications' award programs. "This year's honorees represent the kind of leadership, care, and long-term impact that deserve lasting recognition."
Ragan's HR Awards program celebrates organizations, teams, and professionals whose work strengthens workplace culture, supports employees and helps organizations build people-first workplaces. The program honors standout achievements across HR, internal communications, employee engagement, corporate communications, talent development, well-being, inclusion and more.
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About BDO USA
Our purpose is helping people thrive, every day. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.
BDO is the brand name for the BDO network and for each of the BDO Member Firms. BDO USA, P.C., a Virginia professional corporation, is the U.S. member of BDO International Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, and forms part of the international BDO network of independent member firms.
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