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A+ Federal Credit Union Celebrates Fifth Annual A+ Gives Day with Volunteer Service and Community-Driven Giving

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Team members volunteering across Texas and the nation while community voting initiative awards $10,000 to local nonprofit organizations.

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A+ Federal Credit Union (A+FCU) is celebrating its fifth annual A+ Gives Day by bringing team members together for a coordinated day of volunteer service benefiting nonprofit organizations in Central Texas, across Texas, and throughout the country. The annual initiative also includes a community-wide voting campaign that awards $10,000 to five local nonprofits.

On Monday, October 12, 2026, A+FCU team members will volunteer with nonprofit organizations in the communities where they live and work, supporting causes focused on community outreach, park cleanup, animal welfare, and food insecurity. While many team members will serve at organizations throughout Central Texas, remote team members across Texas and around the country will also participate in volunteer activities in their local communities.

As part of this year’s effort, A+FCU is awarding $10,000 in charitable donations, with five nonprofit organizations each receiving a $2,000 contribution following a public voting campaign that invited community members to help determine the recipients.

“A+ Gives Day reflects the spirit of service that has always been at the heart of A+FCU,” said Eric R. Kase, President/CEO of A+ Federal Credit Union. “Our team members give back throughout the year, but A+ Gives Day is special because it brings us together around a shared purpose. Whether volunteering in Central Texas, elsewhere across the state, or in communities around the country, our team dedicates this day to supporting organizations that make a real difference. As we celebrate five years of A+ Gives Day, we’re proud of what this initiative has become, the partnerships it has fostered, and the collective impact our team members and nonprofit partners continue to make in communities across Texas and beyond.”

Originally created by A+FCU employees in 2019 as part of the credit union’s 70th anniversary celebration, A+ Gives began as a series of acts of kindness and community service projects. Since then, it has evolved into a year-round commitment to volunteerism, charitable giving, and community partnerships, anchored by an annual day of service that brings team members together to support causes that matter most to their communities.

The five nonprofits receiving this year’s $2,000 donations were selected through an online voting campaign that encouraged community members and supporters to rally behind organizations making a positive impact across Central Texas. Donation recipients will be announced during A+ Gives Day activities.

The annual initiative continues to grow in impact. During the 2025 A+ Gives Day, over 490 A+FCU employees volunteered more than 1,500 hours at 74 organizations, including 42 across Central Texas and 32 in communities across the country. As A+FCU celebrates the fifth annual A+ Gives Day, the initiative stands as a reflection of the credit union’s long-standing commitment to serving others through volunteerism, charitable giving, financial education, and community partnerships.

A+ Gives is an ongoing effort that positively impacts community partners and A+FCU team members. Visit aplusfcu.org/gives to learn more about the program’s history and the organizations it supports.

A+ Federal Credit Union was founded in 1949 by 50 Austin, Texas teachers. Over seventy-seven years later, A+FCU is an award-winning institution with more than 190,000 members throughout the community, $2.52 billion in assets, over 520 employees, and 22 branches. A+FCU supports members with a full range of financial products, including home, auto, and business loans, checking and savings accounts, as well as digital banking solutions for banking on the go. Learn more at aplusfcu.org.

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SocioMX and MediaCo’s EstrellaTV partner to expand U.S. streaming reach of En La Cancha

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Daily SocioMX ‘s soccer show brings expert analysis and fan-focused conversation to EstrellaTV’s growing FAST streaming lineup

DALLAS, Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — SocioMX, the sports fan engagement and media platform, today announced a distribution partnership with MediaCo’s EstrellaTV to bring EN LA CANCHA, its daily Spanish-language sports show, to more viewers across the United States through EstrellaTV’s FAST streaming ecosystem.

“This partnership marks an important next chapter for SocioMX and EN LA CANCHA. MediaCo’s EstrellaTV gives us a powerful platform to bring our content to more fans across the United States.” — Jorge Villalobos, Founder & CEO, SMM Sports and SocioMX

Hosted by Braulio Luna, former Mexican National Team player and two-time FIFA World Cup veteran, and Raúl Sarmiento, one of Mexico’s most respected sports commentators, the 30-minute program delivers news, analysis and lively conversation covering Liga MX, international soccer and the biggest stories in sports.

The partnership connects SocioMX’s established soccer community with EstrellaTV’s expanding streaming distribution, strengthening the network’s sports offering and giving U.S. Hispanic fans greater access to trusted voices and daily coverage of the game they love.

“This partnership marks an important next chapter for SocioMX and EN LA CANCHA,” said Jorge Villalobos, Founder & CEO of SMM Sports & Entertainment and SocioMX. “We have built a passionate community around soccer, and MediaCo’s EstrellaTV gives us a powerful platform to bring our content to more fans across the United States. Together, we’re creating more opportunities to connect audiences with the sport, teams and personalities they follow every day.”

“Soccer is a daily passion for our audience, and EN LA CANCHA brings the expertise, personalities and conversation that keep fans connected to the game,” said Brian Fisher, President of MediaCo. “Our partnership with SocioMX strengthens EstrellaTV’s streaming sports lineup, giving fans more reasons to tune in and brands more opportunities to connect with them.”

The agreement builds on EstrellaTV’s continued growth across broadcast and streaming and SocioMX’s track record of connecting fans with professional soccer. SocioMX has built a community of more than 1.8 million members and followers and promoted more than 100 professional soccer games, bringing fans closer to the sport through original content, live experiences and partnerships.

ABOUT SOCIOMX

SocioMX is a sports fan engagement and media platform connecting fans with the sports, teams and athletes they love. Through original content, media, live experiences and strategic partnerships, SocioMX creates opportunities for fans, brands and sports organizations to connect across the U.S. and Mexico.

ABOUT MEDIACO / ESTRELLATV

MediaCo Holding Inc. is a diverse-owned, multiplatform media company serving multicultural audiences nationwide. Its brands, including EstrellaTV, Estrella News, HOT 97, WBLS, Que Buena Los Angeles and the Don Cheto Radio Network, collectively reach more than 20 million people each month across television, radio, digital and streaming platforms.

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Carlos Lozano, SMM Sports, 1 214-483-0200, gm@smm.us, www.smm.us

Rene Mizrahi, MediaCo, 1 917-744-9161, rmizrahi@mediacoholding.com, www.mediacoholding.com

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Brightspeed Makes WiFi 7 Standard with Every New Fiber Plan at No Additional Cost

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Premium WiFi 7 technology now comes standard for every new Brightspeed fiber customer

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Brightspeed, the nation’s third-largest fiber broadband builder empowering consumers and businesses with the country’s fastest internet service,* announced that WiFi 7 is now standard on every Brightspeed fiber internet plan, giving new customers access to the latest generation of WiFi technology at no additional cost.

WiFi has become the connection behind nearly everything people do at home, from streaming and gaming to video calls, working, learning and managing smart-home devices. Brightspeed WiFi 7 is designed to make that connection faster and more responsive, especially as more devices compete for bandwidth at the same time.

“WiFi 7 is about more than faster speeds – it’s about giving customers an internet experience that can keep up with everyday life at home,” said Marge Jackson, president and chief marketing officer, Consumer Fiber. “We believe that customers shouldn’t have to pay more or choose a premium plan to get a great WiFi experience. Making WiFi 7 standard across our fiber plans is one way we’re delivering internet as it should be.”

With WiFi 7 included in every Brightspeed fiber internet plan, new customers get access to technology designed to support the way people use the internet today without having to upgrade to a higher-priced tier. Whether one person is streaming in the living room, another is gaming upstairs or someone else is taking a video call from the kitchen, WiFi 7 is designed to help keep the connection performing when the home network is busy.  

Key benefits of WiFi 7 include:

Faster speeds: WiFi 7 can deliver speeds up to two times faster than WiFi 6, helping customers get more from their fiber connection for streaming, downloading and gaming.More reliable connections: WiFi 7 can use multiple frequency bands simultaneously, helping maintain a more stable connection as customers move throughout the home.More devices at once: WiFi 7 is designed to efficiently manage busy home networks, helping households stay connected across phones and laptops to TVs, gaming systems and smart-home technology.Lower lag: WiFi 7 is designed to reduce latency, or the delay between sending and receiving information, which can make a difference for video calls, online games and real-time apps.Smarter connectivity: WiFi 7 includes technology designed to help manage interference and crowded network environments.

What WiFi 7 means for Brightspeed customers

New eligible Brightspeed fiber customers will receive WiFi 7 as part of their fiber internet plan at no additional cost. New customers do not need to take any additional action to receive the technology. WiFi 7 compatible equipment is now included with new Brightspeed fiber internet plans at no additional cost.

Existing Brightspeed fiber customers may also be able to upgrade to WiFi 7, depending on their current service and equipment. Customers can log in to their Brightspeed account to check eligibility and available options or contact Brightspeed for assistance.

Brightspeed remains focused on improving the internet experience for all customers as it continues to expand and enhance its fiber network, which currently reaches more than 2.8 million locations, and continues to expand.

Customers can learn more about WiFi 7 technology and available options by visiting Brightspeed.com.

*The fastest internet based on the average download speeds measured by highspeedinternet.com speed tests (valid 05/19/26-05/18/27).

About Brightspeed

Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C. and with assets and associated operations in 20 states, Brightspeed provides broadband and telecommunications services through a network platform capable of serving more than 7.3 million homes and businesses. Our 4,000 employees are committed to building a future where more communities benefit from a more connected life, deploying a state-of-the-art fiber network and a customer experience that makes being connected as simple as it should be. For more information, please visit www.brightspeed.com.

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Cirba Solutions Heads to The Battery Show North America in Detroit Oct. 12 – 15

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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Battery recycling and critical mineral recovery play an essential role in strengthening domestic battery supply chains. As North America’s most experienced battery recycling company, Cirba Solutions is advancing the recovery of critical minerals from end-of-life batteries and will contribute to key industry discussions at The Battery Show North America, taking place Oct. 12 – 15 in Detroit. 

“The battery industry continues to evolve rapidly, both domestically and globally, and battery recycling plays a vital role in strengthening the value chain by increasing the supply of recovered critical minerals and creating new opportunities to meet growing demand for these essential materials,” said Kody Krady, Director of Cirba Solutions’ Battery Material Sales and Business. “Events like The Battery Show are essential to bringing together industry leaders, exchanging insights on emerging technologies and market trends and identifying opportunities for collaboration. These conversations help turn challenges into actionable solutions, strengthen partnerships and advance a more resilient battery supply chain and circular economy.”

Closed-Loop Approach
Cirba Solutions is actively working to establish closed-loop supply chains, demonstrated through its recent partnership with General Motors (GM). The two companies, alongside partners, successfully completed a closed-loop EV battery recycling pilot. Using materials recovered from end-of-life GM EV battery packs to produce new battery cells, these are the first GM EV batteries made with cathode active material (CAM) containing 100 percent recycled nickel, cobalt and manganese. Last month, the first GM EVs, powered by battery cells containing CAM made with these recycled critical minerals, rolled off the assembly line.

Connect at The Battery Show
Representatives from Cirba Solutions will be on-site, meeting with partners and industry leaders, and are open to connect with show attendees working towards building a more resilient circular economy. Please contact Communications@CirbaSolutions.com to connect with the team at The Battery Show North America.

Cirba Solutions works with a variety of partners to collect end-of-life and scrap batteries from automotive OEMs, energy storage systems, gigafactories, retailers, data centers, manufacturing plants, municipalities and more. For more information about Cirba Solutions, please visit the company’s website.

About Cirba Solutions
Cirba Solutions is a premier battery recycling company in North America, with an unmatched 35 years of experience, focused on critical material extraction from scrap and end-of-life batteries, and then supplying those materials back into the supply chain. As the only vertically integrated team with an operational, differentiated platform and a full suite of capabilities, Cirba Solutions is leading the creation of a circular battery supply chain. www.cirbasolutions.com.

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