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Express Tribune
4 hours ago
- Express Tribune
Akon's wife Amirah Iman-Thiam sues Publix
Amirah Iman-Thiam, one of the wives of music artist Akon, has filed a lawsuit against Publix Super Market, alleging she was sexually assaulted by an employee at a store in Roswell, Georgia, in 2022. According to court documents, the incident occurred while she was shopping, when a store clerk, identified as Jonathan Ross, allegedly followed her through the aisles and groped her from behind at checkout. Body camera footage from the aftermath reportedly shows Amirah in visible distress. Ross was arrested at the scene and later pleaded guilty to sexual battery, according to official records. Amirah claims the incident caused lasting emotional trauma, forcing her to cancel a planned 12-city European tour and several collaborations with Grammy-winning producers. She estimates her financial losses at nearly $300,000 and now travels only with private security. She also reports relying on therapy and spiritual healing practices in Senegal to cope with the aftermath. While Publix has denied liability, stating that Ross acted independently, Amirah's legal team argues the company failed in its duty to protect customers. Attorneys claim the supermarket chain has a broader issue, citing 19 prior complaints involving male employees at different locations. They accuse Publix of fostering an unsafe environment and prioritizing profits over customer well-being. 'This isn't about one man. It's a dangerous pattern,' said Amirah's attorney. Records cited in the lawsuit reportedly show Publix has quietly allocated $4.2 million to settle similar incidents since Ross's conviction. As the case heads to court in 2025, Amirah says her goal is to hold corporations accountable and advocate for safer public spaces for women, emphasizing that her legal action is not just personal but part of a larger fight against systemic negligence.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
2 GA players win hundreds of thousands in lottery jackpot
A couple of Georgia Lottery players won a tidy sum by hitting the jackpot on Wednesday. A player won the $150,000 jackpot in the Fantasy 5 drawing. That person bought the winning ticket at Publix, 7525 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] The player's ticket matched all five numbers: 03-28-31-35-36. A second player, a Hiram resident, hit the jackpot for $130,635 playing Quadruple Win Quick Win with a ticket bought on the Georgia Lottery mobile app. PREVIOUS COVERAGE Georgia Lottery player wins $1M on scratch-off game Quick Win games are instant play, instant win games that share a rolling progressive jackpot. Tickets are available at Georgia Lottery retailers and online. TRENDING STORIES: 'The Wire' actor says his son was 'thrown 300 feet' from their home in Henry County tornado A trip to a GA Burger King's drive-thru led to a high school graduate's dream he never saw coming Todd Chrisley: 'I would have remorse if it was something that I did' Winners have 180 days from the draw date to claim prizes. Proceeds from Fantasy 5 and Quick Win benefit education in the state of Georgia, just like all Georgia Lottery games. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
The St. Joe Company Announces Plans for a Publix Super Market at Watersound® West Bay Center Along With Additional Leasable Commercial Space
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla., May 29, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The St. Joe Company (NYSE: JOE) ("St. Joe") announces plans for construction of a Publix Super Market ("Publix") at Watersound West Bay Center located at the entrance to the Latitude Margaritaville® Watersound community. The new Publix, planned for approximately 50,000 square feet, including a pharmacy, deli, bakery and an adjacent liquor store, is anticipated to break ground later this year. "Publix at Watersound West Bay Center will provide customers with a convenient location, minutes from area beaches, an international airport and a new medical campus," said Hannah Herring, Publix Media Relations Manager. "We are excited to see construction begin, and we look forward to being a part of Watersound West Bay Center and the continued growth of the region." In addition to Publix, plans call for adjacent in-line space as well as a standalone, multi-tenant building. The multi-tenant building is currently under construction and available to lease for anticipated occupancy in early 2026. Watersound West Bay Center is conveniently located to serve the fast-growing State Road 79 corridor and is planned for approximately 500,000 square feet of commercial space in an open-air, pedestrian-friendly shopping and dining destination for residents and visitors alike. "Residents of the Latitude Margaritaville Watersound community are thrilled to welcome a grocer and commercial options to their growing community," said William Brock, Vice President of Commercial Real Estate for St. Joe. "We are proud to bring to Watersound West Bay Center a quality brand like Publix along with plans to create leasable spaces for local, regional and national companies. With much anticipated growth along the State Road 79 corridor, this center will be a great addition to the region for both residents and visitors." For more information about leasing opportunities, please call 888-836-8353 or email lease@ Click here for a comprehensive video tour of all St. Joe's commercial assets or visit for more information. Important Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains "forward-looking statements," within the meaning of Section 21E of the Exchange Act, including statements regarding the proposed Watersound West Bay Center, and Publix Super Market. These forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by cautionary statements and risk factors set forth in St. Joe's filings with the SEC, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and subsequent current reports on Form 8-K, as well as the following: (1) the ability of St. Joe to complete Watersound West Bay Center, the building for Publix and a multi-tenant building and (2) the interest of prospective customers and tenants in a Publix Super Market, multi-tenant building and Watersound West Bay Center. About the St. Joe Company The St. Joe Company ("Company") is a diversified real estate development, asset management and operating company with real estate assets and operations in Northwest Florida. The Company intends to use existing assets for residential, hospitality and commercial ventures and has significant residential and commercial land-use entitlements. The Company actively seeks higher and better uses for its real estate assets through a range of development activities. More information about the Company can be found on its website at ©2025 The St Joe Company. "St. Joe®," "JOE®," the "Taking Flight" Design®," "St. Joe (and Taking Flight Design)®" and "Watersound®" are registered service marks of The St. Joe Company. Latitude Margaritaville® is a trademark of Margaritaville Enterprises, LLC and used under license. View source version on Contacts Media Contacts The St. Joe Company, Investor RelationsMarek The St. Joe Company, Media RelationsMary Beth Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Business Wire
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
The St. Joe Company Announces Plans for a Publix Super Market at Watersound
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The St. Joe Company (NYSE: JOE) ('St. Joe') announces plans for construction of a Publix Super Market ('Publix') at Watersound West Bay Center located at the entrance to the Latitude Margaritaville ® Watersound community. The new Publix, planned for approximately 50,000 square feet, including a pharmacy, deli, bakery and an adjacent liquor store, is anticipated to break ground later this year. 'Publix at Watersound West Bay Center will provide customers with a convenient location, minutes from area beaches, an international airport and a new medical campus,' said Hannah Herring, Publix Media Relations Manager. 'We are excited to see construction begin, and we look forward to being a part of Watersound West Bay Center and the continued growth of the region.' In addition to Publix, plans call for adjacent in-line space as well as a standalone, multi-tenant building. The multi-tenant building is currently under construction and available to lease for anticipated occupancy in early 2026. Watersound West Bay Center is conveniently located to serve the fast-growing State Road 79 corridor and is planned for approximately 500,000 square feet of commercial space in an open-air, pedestrian-friendly shopping and dining destination for residents and visitors alike. 'Residents of the Latitude Margaritaville Watersound community are thrilled to welcome a grocer and commercial options to their growing community,' said William Brock, Vice President of Commercial Real Estate for St. Joe. 'We are proud to bring to Watersound West Bay Center a quality brand like Publix along with plans to create leasable spaces for local, regional and national companies. With much anticipated growth along the State Road 79 corridor, this center will be a great addition to the region for both residents and visitors.' For more information about leasing opportunities, please call 888-836-8353 or email lease@ Click here for a comprehensive video tour of all St. Joe's commercial assets or visit for more information. Important Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains 'forward-looking statements,' within the meaning of Section 21E of the Exchange Act, including statements regarding the proposed Watersound West Bay Center, and Publix Super Market. These forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by cautionary statements and risk factors set forth in St. Joe's filings with the SEC, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and subsequent current reports on Form 8-K, as well as the following: (1) the ability of St. Joe to complete Watersound West Bay Center, the building for Publix and a multi-tenant building and (2) the interest of prospective customers and tenants in a Publix Super Market, multi-tenant building and Watersound West Bay Center. About the St. Joe Company The St. Joe Company ('Company') is a diversified real estate development, asset management and operating company with real estate assets and operations in Northwest Florida. The Company intends to use existing assets for residential, hospitality and commercial ventures and has significant residential and commercial land-use entitlements. The Company actively seeks higher and better uses for its real estate assets through a range of development activities. More information about the Company can be found on its website at ©2025 The St Joe Company. 'St. Joe ®,' 'JOE ®,' the 'Taking Flight' Design ®,' 'St. Joe (and Taking Flight Design) ® ' and 'Watersound ®' are registered service marks of The St. Joe Company. Latitude Margaritaville ® is a trademark of Margaritaville Enterprises, LLC and used under license.
Miami Herald
2 days ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
Publix, Aldi and Whole Foods plan summer openings in South Florida. See details
Aldi plans to open five new locations in South Florida by fall 2025, including at least two conversions from former Winn-Dixie stores. Publix plans a new Fort Lauderdale store. And Whole Foods Market primes a June delivery for its Miami Midtown store. it will anchor a long-awaited residential tower in the city's Edgewater neighborhood, and the Amazon-owned grocery aims to carry merchandise from Florida growers, bakers and providers. Here are the planned supermarket arrivals — just in time for hurricane season to help you stock up on supplies. MORE: How much will a hurricane kit cost? See prices as you get ready for storm season Aldi Aldi hasn't announced opening dates for its coming-soon stores, but will release details closer to the grand openings, said spokesperson Maya Sullivan. The new locations are expected to open summer into the fall: Miami-Dade ▪ 20417 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura. This former Winn-Dixie was one of the Jacksonville-based chain's two full-service kosher stores via its deli and bakery departments. The other is at 7024 Beracasa Way in Boca Raton. Aldi may carry kosher items, but the stores don't have cold and hot deli counters or butchers who customize cuts. Aldi carries pre-packaged meat, poultry and fish. Broward ▪ 941 SW 24th St., Fort Lauderdale. This location was also a Winn-Dixie. ▪ 2301 W. Sample Rd., Deerfield Beach. Palm Beach County ▪ 5062 Seminole Pratt Whitney, Westlake. Treasure Coast ▪ 1105 NE Jensen Beach Blvd., Jensen Beach. Other Florida openings Aldi plans several new stores in Fort Myers and Naples into the fall. ▪ 61 Bell Blvd. North, Lehigh Acres. ▪ 13725 Immokalee Rd., Naples. ▪ 5690 Bayshore Rd., North Fort Myers. New Publix Publix opens a new store location in Fort Lauderdale on June 19 at 2985 N. Ocean Blvd. The 29,495-square-foot store in Lauderdale Beach will feature traditional departments including deli, bakery, floral, produce, seafood and meats and cheeses. New Whole Foods Whole Foods Market opens a new 53,400-square-foot store at 2910 Biscayne Blvd. in Miami's Edgewater neighborhood. The grocery store anchors a 39-story, 588-unit residential tower, Nema Miami, and opens June 26. The new location touts more than 500 local items from more than 130 Florida suppliers. Also, look for a coffee bar stocked with Cuban-style coffee. The ground-level store features designs of local flora and bird motifs. Local features at the new Midtown Miami: Full-service seafood counter with options that include red snapper and grouper from Greg Abrams Seafood in Panama City. The Gulf shrimp and Key West pink shrimp come from Tampa's Cox's Seafood Co. Spiny lobster tails make their way north from Marathon's Key's Fisheries. Some locally serviced produce and floral offerings include lychee and passion fruit from EcoRipe Tropicals in Medley. Orchids are sourced from the Silver Vase nursery in Homestead and watermelons are from Jim Rash Inc. in Lake Wales. Locals get into the specialty departments, too. Hand-wrapped fresh mozzarella from Pompano Beach's Italian grocer Mozzarita. Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Bars from 5150 Chocolate Co. in Delray Beach. Rosemary flatbread from Jennifer's Homemade in Miami. Cold-pressed kombucha from Miami's Radiate Kombucha and juices from 305 Squeezed in Miami. The new Edgewater Whole Foods also includes a full-service meat counter culling ground beef from Adams Ranch Natural Beef in Fort Pierce. A spirits section boasts more than 240 craft beers, many of which are from local brewers, and 700 wines. The bakery department sells items from South Florida's Zak the Baker, Bunnie Cakes, Simply Delicious Bakers and Gelato Fino. Opening morning lures: The store's grand opening is 9 a.m. June 26, when customers can sip complimentary coffee from Fort Lauderdale's Wells Coffee and breakfast treats from Miami's Zak the Baker. The first 300 customers in line can score a custom tote bag and Secret Saver coupon featuring offers up to $100 off. Gelatys of Miami will pass out complimentary gelato pops to afternoon shoppers. Regular store hours will be 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.
