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Suburban Water Systems Invests $10.9 Million in La Puente Water Treatment Plant

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Plant 128 delivers drinking water to La Puente and Hacienda Heights.  New above-ground welded steel tank meets seismic standards.  Updated electrical equipment and backup generator support reliable service and safety.  

LA PUENTE, Calif., June 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Suburban Water Systems (“Suburban”) invested approximately $10.9 million to upgrade Plant 128, which stores and delivers essential water to residents, businesses and fire hydrants in La Puente and Hacienda Heights. Suburban engineers and water experts replaced a century-old reservoir and modernized electrical equipment to strengthen the local water system’s reliability and resiliency.

The project was celebrated at a ribbon cutting with local leaders, including Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda L. Solis and City of La Puente Mayor Charlie Klinakis. Both emphasized dependable water service as essential to protecting public health, supporting the economy and preparing for emergencies.

According to Suburban President Craig Gott, the investment reflects Suburban’s commitment to maintaining infrastructure for today and future generations.

“Water infrastructure is easy to overlook because it operates behind the scenes, but it plays a vital role in everyday life,” said Gott. “This project strengthens system reliability and supports safe, dependable water service for decades to come.”

Upgrades include a welded steel storage tank designed to meet modern seismic standards and better withstand earthquake activity. Electrical system improvements and a backup generator enhance employee safety and help maintain water service during power disruptions.

“Customers depend on us,” Gott said. “Whether it’s providing clean drinking water, supporting local businesses or ensuring adequate fire protection, critical investments help us deliver the service our communities expect and deserve.”

Gott also noted that water remains one of the most affordable utility services available. He said, “For less than a penny per gallon, customers receive water that meets rigorous safety and quality standards delivered directly to their tap. We’re proud to provide a product people can trust at a good value.”

Suburban also offers bill payment assistance to qualifying customers through its Customer Assistance Program. Customers can apply at www.suburbanwatersystems.com.

About Suburban Water Systems: Suburban provides high-quality water and promotes efficient water use to approximately 300,000 residents in and around Covina, West Covina, La Puente, Glendora, Hacienda Heights, Whittier, La Mirada, Buena Park, La Habra, Walnut and other unincorporated areas of Los Angeles and Orange counties. Suburban is a CPUC-regulated utility committed to providing safe, reliable and affordable water service.

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Medmovie’s Hx Heart Video Library Powers Patient Education at Cardiovascular Practices Worldwide

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Physician-validated, privately branded HD video helps heart patients understand their care.

BERKELEY, Calif., June 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Medmovie, Inc., a leader in cardiovascular medical visualization, today highlighted the global reach of its Hx Heart Video Library (HVL), a hosted patient-education solution licensed to clinics and hospital systems for more than a decade.

The HVL turns the cardiovascular conditions, diagnostic tests, procedures, and medications heart patients encounter into concise, accurate HD videos — helping clinicians spend less time explaining and more time connecting with their patients.

The HVL is a curated collection of clinician-reviewed cardiovascular videos. Practices and hospitals can license, brand, and embed it directly on their websites.

Users to-date span multiple continents, including hospitals in Australia and Germany, a national trade association, and cardiology practices in the United States and around the world.

Every video is reviewed and validated by Medmovie’s MD editorial board. The Hx Heart library is brought to you by the same creative developers of the CardioSmart Heart Explorer App, which was created and produced by Medmovie and distributed by the American College of Cardiology (ACC) through 2024.

Cardiovascular specialists who rely on Medmovie’s visual content have seen its impact firsthand.

“Over the past year, my clinic’s website, www.sukruakyuz.com, has attracted more than 100,000 unique visitors per month, and my YouTube videos have generated nearly 7 million views,” said Dr. Sukru Akyuz, interventional cardiologist in Turkey. “This level of reach and engagement would not have been possible without Medmovie’s exceptional medical animations and support. Thanks to their contributions, I have achieved my goal of becoming one of Turkey’s most recognized interventional cardiologists.”

From the point of care to a clinic’s online presence, Medmovie’s trusted visual content helps patients see and understand their own care. The Hx Heart Video Library is available now to cardiovascular practices, hospitals, and health systems worldwide.

See the library in action at medmovie.com/cvl — the same branded player can be customized with a practice’s or hospital’s logo and embedded on its website in a matter of days. Watch a sample, the CAD video on the hidden risks of coronary artery disease, at https://youtube.com/shorts/0Tt-k8XkrTk

Healthcare organizations and practices interested in licensing the Hx Heart Video Library can contact Medmovie at medmovie.com/contact.

About Medmovie, Inc.

Medmovie translates complex medical and life science information into accurate, easy-to-understand, strategically focused visual media. Our clients leverage our experience, validated animations, and interactive media to create cost-effective, innovative tools to help tell their stories. We are a team of trained Medical Illustrators and Animators who love our work and are passionate about our simple goal: we want our clients’ stories to be fully understood.

Media Contact

Sarrah Hussain
Director of Communications
Medmovie, Inc.
sarrah@medmovie.com

© 2026 Medmovie, Inc. All rights reserved. Medmovie is a registered trademark of Medmovie, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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Kevin Wheeler to Retire as Executive Chairman; President and CEO Stephen Shafer Named Chairman

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MILWAUKEE, June 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE: AOS), a global leader in water technology, announced today that Executive Chairman Kevin Wheeler will retire effective July 1. The company’s board of directors has elected Stephen Shafer, president and chief executive officer (CEO), as chairman upon Wheeler’s retirement. Wheeler will remain a member of the company’s board of directors.

“Kevin’s impact on A. O. Smith spans three decades,” said Chris Mapes, lead director of the board. “During his tenure, the company expanded its global footprint, strengthened its portfolio through multiple acquisitions and successfully navigated the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic while maintaining strong operational performance.”

Wheeler joined A. O. Smith in 1994 as a regional sales manager for the former Water Products Company and held various senior leadership roles across the business before becoming president and CEO in 2018 and chairman in 2020.

Shafer, who has served as president and CEO since July 2025, becomes the 11th CEO to assume the role of chairman in the company’s history. He joined A. O. Smith in 2024 as president and chief operating officer. As chairman, Shafer will lead the board of directors and continue to oversee the company’s global operations, strategic direction, profitability and shareholder return.

“Steve has demonstrated strong, strategic leadership and a deep understanding of our business and growth opportunities,” said Mapes. “His combined role as chairman and CEO will further strengthen alignment across our strategy, operations and long-term value creation.”

Before joining A. O. Smith, Shafer held roles of increasing responsibility at 3M Company across multiple business units in the U.S. and China. Earlier in his career, he worked at McKinsey & Co. and Ford Motor Company. Shafer serves on the boards of the Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute and the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce, as well as the Executive Advisory Board for WorkBoard Inc.

“As chairman, I will continue leading this outstanding company and team with focus and discipline,” said Shafer. “We remain committed to driving innovation, serving our customers and advancing our purpose to find a better way. I would also like to thank Kevin for his leadership and continued support through this transition and look forward to benefiting from his continued guidance as a member of our board going forward.”

About A. O. Smith

A. O. Smith Corporation, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is a global leader applying innovative technology and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. Listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: AOS), the company is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment and water management products. For more information, visit www.aosmith.com.

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S&P Global Declares Third Quarter Dividend

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NEW YORK, June 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Board of Directors of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) has approved a cash dividend on the Company’s common stock for the third quarter of 2026. The dividend of $0.97 is payable on September 10, 2026, to shareholders of record on August 26, 2026. The annualized dividend rate is $3.88 per share.

The Company has paid a dividend each year since 1937 and is one of fewer than 30 companies in the S&P 500® that has increased its dividend annually for more than 50 years.

About S&P Global:

S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) enables businesses, governments, and individuals with trusted data, expertise and technology to make decisions with conviction. We are Advancing Essential Intelligence through world-leading benchmarks, data, and insights that customers need in order to plan confidently, act decisively, and thrive economically in a rapidly changing global landscape. 

From helping our customers assess new investments across the capital and commodities markets to guiding them through the energy expansion, acceleration of artificial intelligence, and evolution of public and private markets, we enable the world’s leading organizations to unlock opportunities, solve challenges, and plan for tomorrow – today.

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Investor Relations:
Mark Grant
Senior Vice President, Investor Relations and Treasurer
Tel:  + 1 347 640 1521

Media:
April Kabahar
Global Head of Corporate Communications
Tel:  +1 212 438 7530

 

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