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American Military News
31-07-2025
- General
- American Military News
400+ backpacks given to US military kids in Georgia
Over 400 backpacks filled with school supplies were recently given to U.S. military children at Georgia's Moody Air Force Base ahead of the upcoming school year. In a Wednesday press release, Moody Air Force Base announced that the 23rd Force Support Squadron's Freedom 1 Fitness Center and Military and Family Readiness Center hosted the base's annual BACKpack-to-School Bash on July 18 to provide free school supplies and family fun for U.S. military families. 'As the new school year approaches, many military families find themselves juggling the chaos of shifting schedules, planning lunches, and shopping for clothes—all while navigating the unpredictability of military life,' Rachael Connor, a 71st Rescue Squadron key spouse, said. 'One of the biggest stressors? Tracking down every last—and sometimes oddly specific—item on those school supply lists,' Connor added. 'The BACKpack-to-School Bash helps ease that burden by providing kids with a 'first day of school' ready bag, giving parents one less thing to worry about and one more reason to breathe a little easier.' READ MORE: Pentagon reviews homeschool support for US military families Wednesday's press release noted that each of the over 400 backpacks distributed to military children at Moody Air Force Base was filled with school supplies due to the efforts of Operation Homefront and Beautiful Creations by Chanel, a local nonprofit organization. 'It's important for me to give back to military families because I can personally relate to their experiences,' Beautiful Creations by Chanel CEO Chanel Randolph said. 'When one person serves, the entire family serves alongside them, sacrificing time, stability, and often personal needs for the good of our country. It's not just the service member who carries the weight, but the entire family unit. These families often face unique challenges and deserve both support and recognition.' According to Operation Homefront's website, the nonprofit organization's mission is to 'build strong, stable, and secure military families so they can thrive.' Operation Homefront's Back-to-School Brigade provides thousands of backpacks to military families every year to help the families manage school supply expenses. According to its website, Operation Homefront's Back-to-School Brigade has distributed over 550,000 backpacks to the children of military families. Operation Homefront's website notes that the Back-to-School Brigade program serves as a 'crucial resource' for U.S. military families who face a variety of challenges, including financial difficulties.
Yahoo
29-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Meritage Homes Extends Veteran Partnership, Donates 2 More Mortgage-Free Homes
Meritage Homes Corporation (NYSE:MTH) is one of the most undervalued US stocks according to analysts. Towards the end of May, Meritage Homes announced the extension of its partnership with Operation Homefront's Permanent Homes for Veterans Program. This year marks the company's 12th year of collaboration with the organization, bringing their total donations to 22 mortgage-free homes. As part of this extended partnership, Meritage Homes will donate two brand-new, mortgage-free homes to veteran families. One home will be located in the Lorson Ranch community in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and the other in the River Glen community in Angier, North Carolina. An employee of the company pointing out the features of a house to a first-time homebuyer. These newly constructed homes feature open-concept floor plans with designer-curated interiors and a suite of energy-efficient features. This includes ENERGY STAR appliances, a multispeed HVAC system, and spray-foam insulation, contributing to lower utility costs for the families. Each home is also equipped with a smart home suite for convenient control of the thermostat and security devices via a mobile app. The military families to receive these homes will be announced in September this year. Meritage Homes Corporation (NYSE:MTH) designs and builds single-family attached and detached homes in the US. It operates through two segments: Homebuilding and Financial Services. While we acknowledge the potential of MTH as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the . READ NEXT: and . Disclosure: None. This article is originally published at Insider Monkey. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Joey Chestnut working on returning to competition after ban
The post Joey Chestnut working on returning to competition after ban appeared first on ClutchPoints. After a controversial absence in 2024, Joey Chestnut may soon be back where he belongs. The 16-time Nathan's champion, widely known as 'Jaws,' is currently in active talks with Major League Eating and contest organizers to rejoin the legendary Fourth of July competition. According to TMZ Sports, both sides are motivated to bring Chestnut back to Coney Island this summer. Advertisement Fans were vocal about their disappointment last year, when Chestnut was banned from competing due to his deal with Impossible Foods, a rival to Nathan's. In his absence, Patrick Bertoletti took the title by eating 58 hot dogs in 10 minutes. While that win put Bertoletti in rare company, even he acknowledged the result felt incomplete without Chestnut. Since 2001, only four men have claimed victory at Nathan's and Chestnut owns 16 of those championships. His dominance is unmatched. Chestnut, for his part, didn't sit on the sidelines quietly. He traveled to Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas, where he staged a rapid-fire eating event against a team of Army soldiers. He ate 57 hot dogs in just five minutes, nearly matching Bertoletti's total in half the time. That event wasn't just a display of skill — it also raised $106,000 for Operation Homefront thanks to a joint effort between Chestnut and Impossible Foods. Not Done Yet Chestnut has made it clear that his heart remains with the Nathan's contest. 'I really didn't think my relationship with Impossible would affect anything with Nathan's,' he said in an interview with The Blast. He emphasized his love for the competition and expressed a willingness to return if the organizers were open to it. Based on current talks, that return appears increasingly likely. Advertisement While Nathan's went on without him, Chestnut stayed in peak form. In September, he faced longtime rival Takeru Kobayashi in a Netflix special titled Unfinished Beef. Joey Chestnut crushed 83 hot dogs to Kobayashi's 66, setting a new high-water mark for eating contests. If talks finalize, Chestnut's return would not just be about reclaiming a title. It would be a full-circle moment, a reminder of why he became the face of competitive eating in the first place. July 4 is about America's independence, but in this corner of the sports world, it might also be about watching the greatest to ever do it step back into the spotlight. Related: Bill Belichick stands firm on Jordon Hudson's lack of involvement with North Carolina football Related: How Donald Trump helped Coco Gauff win French Open
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Meritage Homes Extends Partnership with Operation Homefront, Donating Two Mortgage-Free Homes to Military Families in Colorado and North Carolina
The homebuilder's 12th year partnering with Operation Homefront's Permanent Homes for Veterans program SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., May 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Meritage Homes has extended its partnership with Operation Homefront's Permanent Homes for Veterans Program to donate two brand new, mortgage-free homes for veteran families in Colorado Springs, Colorado and Raleigh, North Carolina. This marks the Company's 12th year partnering with the organization and 22 total donations to date. 'We are honored to deliver new homes to deserving military families who have given so much to our country. It's a privilege for us to help them achieve a fresh start to a new future and build roots in their communities,' shares Phillippe Lord, CEO of Meritage Homes. 'Thank you to our employees and trade partners for their time and effort. We're proud to continue our long-standing partnership with Operation Homefront and look forward to welcoming this year's recipients into their new, mortgage-free Meritage homes.' The new homes will be in the Lorson Ranch community located in Colorado Springs, CO and in the River Glen community in Angier, NC. Both homes offer an open-concept floorplan with designer-curated interiors and energy-efficient features, including ENERGY STAR® appliances, a multispeed HVAC system, and spray-foam insulation. Each house is also outfitted with a smart home suite that gives homeowners the ability to set the thermostat, control security devices and more through a convenient app. This year's recipients will be announced in September and presented the keys at ceremonies in November around Veterans Day. 'We are grateful for Meritage Homes' unwavering commitment to our mission to build strong, stable and secure military families,' said Rear Adm. Alan Reyes, US Navy (Ret.), Operation Homefront President & CEO. 'Each family receives more than a house, they are being given a place to call home, where they can gather to establish new traditions, create beautiful memories and realize life-changing dreams with generational impact.' For more information about the Meritage's partnership with Operation Homefront, please visit: About Meritage Homes Corporation: Meritage is the fifth-largest public homebuilder in the United States, based on homes closed in 2024. The Company offers energy-efficient and affordable entry-level and first move-up homes. Operations span across Arizona, California, Colorado, Utah, Tennessee, Texas, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Meritage has delivered almost 200,000 homes in its 40-year history, and has a reputation for its distinctive style, quality construction, and award-winning customer experience. The Company is an industry leader in energy-efficient homebuilding, an eleven-time recipient of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year for Sustained Excellence Award and Residential New Construction Market Leader Award, as well as a four-time recipient of the EPA's Indoor airPLUS Leader Award. For more information, visit About Operation Homefront: Operation Homefront is a national nonprofit organization whose mission is to build strong, stable, and secure military families so that they can thrive – not simply struggle to get by – in the communities they have worked so hard to protect. Recognized for superior performance by leading independent charity oversight groups, 83 percent of Operation Homefront expenditures go directly to programs that support tens of thousands of military families each year. Operation Homefront provides critical financial assistance, transitional and permanent housing, and family support services to prevent short-term needs from turning into chronic, long-term struggles. Thanks to the generosity of our donors and the support from thousands of volunteers, Operation Homefront proudly serves America's military families. For more information, visit Contact:Emily Tadano, VP Investor Relations and External Communications (480) 515-8979 media@
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Eleven North Carolina students honored for Military Child of the Year Award
JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — The city of Jacksonville is honoring eleven North Carolina students who are semi-finalists of the Military Child of the Year Award, including the two winners as well. Isabella Smith from Hubert won for the Marine Corps, and Emily Baldeosingh from Havelock won for the National Guard. Two N.C. girls receive 2025 Military Child of the Year award. 'It can be a really difficult lifestyle. And so really the best advice I can give is just go for a lot of things in life,' Swansboro High School student, Isabella Smith said. 'It's really easy to be scared for things, but once you just let that fear go and you just go for it and give it your all it, it's hard, but then it just makes it so much better.' Operation Homefront recognizes military children from across the country. Each student gets a bag of rewards including a proclamation from Governor Josh Stein and an engraved football from the Carolina Panthers. Click the video above for more information. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
