Image caption: American Freight is launching Back to Savings.

Whether it’s furnishing a first apartment, upgrading a dorm room or refreshing a family living room, shoppers will find hundreds of in-stock furniture and mattress options including select mattresses up to 50% off. American Freight’s prices are designed to fit student and family budgets.

“Back-to-school season isn’t just about backpacks and notebooks,” said Troy Bischoff, Field Manager at American Freight. “For many students, it’s the first time furnishing an apartment or creating a space of their own. Our goal is to make that process affordable with everyday low prices, immediate availability and local stores ready to help.”

Unlike retailers that require long shipping windows, American Freight focuses on products customers can take home same-day or have delivered up to 75 miles from their local stores.

BACK-TO-CAMPUS ESSENTIALS:

• Mattresses for dorms rooms
• Sofas and sectionals for student apartments
• Recliners and casual seating
• Dining tables for roommates
• Bedroom furniture sets
• TV stands and entertainment furniture
• Coffee and end tables

American Freight stores conveniently serve students attending universities including: The Ohio State University, University of Louisville, University of Illinois, Texas Tech University, University of South Carolina, Florida State University, University of North Florida, University of Central Florida, Marshall University, and many more, making it easy to furnish an apartment or off-campus housing with affordable furniture and mattresses.

NEW INVENTORY ARRIVING DAILY:

The event also introduces new arrivals across living room, bedroom, dining room and mattress categories, giving shoppers more styles while maintaining American Freight’s commitment to everyday value. Because inventory varies by location, customers are encouraged to visit their local store or browse online to see what’s currently available.

SHOP YOUR WAY:

• Shop online and choose their local store
• Pick up qualifying items the same-day
• Schedule local delivery where available
• Take advantage of flexible financing options

ABOUT AMERICAN FREIGHT:

Founded in 1994, American Freight is a leading retail chain committed to providing high-quality furniture and mattresses at affordable prices. With 56 retail locations, American Freight offers a wide selection of items for every room in the home, including living rooms, bedrooms, and dining rooms. Known for its warehouse-style stores, the company empowers customers with convenient payment options, layaway, and budget-friendly prices. https://www.americanfreight.com/

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Moody Bible Institute promptly began an internal review, took steps to secure its systems, and notified law enforcement. It also engaged a forensic security firm to review what took place and confirm the security of its computer systems. Moody Bible Institute subsequently determined that, due to a vulnerability in a software application, some documents were illegally acquired from its system on or about June 12, 2026.

On June 23, 2026, Moody Bible Institute identified the files that were acquired from its systems. It has since reviewed those files and determined they contained some individuals’ names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, other government identification numbers, and financial aid information. Importantly, most of the acquired files can only be viewed via specialized software; meaning it is not reasonably accessible to third parties.

Moody Bible Institute is not aware of any fraud or identity theft to any individual because of this incident but is nonetheless notifying potentially affected individuals in accordance with relevant notification laws to provide them with more information and resources. The notice will include information on steps individuals can take to protect themselves against the misuse of their information.

In general, Moody Bible Institute recommends that individuals regularly monitor credit reports, account statements and benefit statements. If individuals detect any suspicious activity, they should notify the entity with which the account is maintained and promptly report any fraudulent activity to proper law enforcement authorities, including the police and their state attorney general.

Individuals may also wish to review the tips provided by the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) on fraud alerts, security/credit freezes and steps they can take to avoid identity theft.

For more information and to contact the FTC, please visit https://www.ftc.gov/idtheft or call 1-877-ID-THEFT (1-877-438-4338). Individuals may also contact the FTC at the following: Federal Trade Commission, 600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20580.

Moody Bible Institute is committed to maintaining the privacy and security of the information in its possession and has taken steps to further secure its systems. Individuals seeking additional information may call (844) 958-8927 from 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday.

Learn more about Moody Bible Institute at: https://www.moodybible.org/

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Image caption: StarknightMT Marks 9 Years: Built Alongside Real UTV Riders.

BUILT ALONGSIDE REAL RIDERS

The StarknightMT story was shaped by a simple conversation at the 2016 SEMA Show. After meeting a rider who continued using a damaged rear windshield because replacement options were too expensive, the founders saw an opportunity to make dependable UTV accessories more accessible.

Since 2017, StarknightMT has developed vehicle-specific products based on rider feedback and everyday off-road needs.

From windshields and storage solutions to seat covers, mirrors, dirt bike gear, soft cab enclosures and beyond, each product is designed to help riders get more from their machines.

9TH ANNIVERSARY OFFERS

Throughout August, customers can enjoy sitewide savings of 12% to 18%, along with rotating weekly offers across select product categories.

A limited-time flash event will also run from Aug. 10–19, offering up to 30% off select UTV and ATV accessories.

Promotion terms, eligible products, exclusions and offer-combination rules are available on the anniversary campaign page.

Riders can easily shop by model for Polaris Ranger and RZR, Can-Am Defender & Maverick, Kawasaki Teryx & Mule, Honda Pioneer, and more.

THANK YOU FOR NINE YEARS

“Over the past nine years, rider feedback has helped us focus on practical fit, durability and accessible pricing,” said Steven H., co-founder of StarknightMT. “This anniversary is our opportunity to thank the customers who have helped shape our products and our brand.”

StarknightMT looks forward to continuing the journey with riders who rely on their machines for work, hunting and recreation.

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ST. HELENA, Calif., July 31, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Come Together – A Community for Wine Inc., marks two and a half years of building the wine industry’s largest grassroots consumer campaigns. Founded in 2024 by wine writer and author Karen MacNeil, and wine industry marketers Gino Colangelo of Colangelo & Partners, and Kimberly Noelle Charles, DipWSET, of Charles Communications Associates, the organization runs two national campaigns each year: Share & Pair Sundays™ in the spring and Come Over October™ in the fall. With the second annual Share & Pair Sundays campaign now complete and Come Over October returning this fall for its third year, the founders are reflecting on the organization’s reach to date and looking ahead to the time of year when thoughts turn to gathering and entertaining with friends and family.

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SHARE & PAIR SUNDAYS 2026: CAMPAIGN RESULTS

Share & Pair Sundays ran from May 3 through June 28, 2026, encouraging wine lovers to gather with friends and family over Sunday meals. The campaign earned national media coverage and grew its social media presence over the course of the ten-week run. Results included:

• 13,040 winery events during the two-month period according to com
• 983 million plus total media unique visitors (January through June 2026)
• 201 articles published
• Coverage in Yahoo Life, Forbes, Yahoo Finance, Slate, VinePair, Associated Press and Wine Industry Advisor, spanning more than 40 U.S. states
• 100,077 Instagram views and 25,501 accounts reached over 90 days
• 3,024 social media interactions, with 63.5 percent of interactions coming from non-followers
• 9 percent growth in social media followers, with an 89 percent follower retention rate

This year our ongoing partner LocalWineEvents.com, publisher of The Juice newsletter, boosted their support and featured Share & Pair Sundays across its editorial, newsletter and homepage placements to an audience of more than 250,000 wine lovers, generating 321,193 newsletter opens and 218,138 homepage banner impressions over the course of the campaign.

Looking at the full two-year arc of the organization’s work from July 2024 through June 2026, Come Together’s campaigns have generated 3.7 billion unique monthly visitors in press coverage, 5.7 million social media impressions, and retail activations in more than 1,400 stores across 43 designated market areas, reaching an estimated 7 million people nationwide.

“Share & Pair Sundays keeps proving that wine lovers want an easy reason to gather,” said Karen MacNeil, co-founder of Come Together, noted writer, and author of The Wine Bible. “Every Sunday table this spring built toward something bigger: a wine culture where sharing a bottle is simply part of a normal week.”

“These numbers reflect real momentum,” said Gino Colangelo, co-founder of Come Together and president of Colangelo & Partners. “Editorial coverage, social growth and retail partners are all moving in the same direction, and that gives us a strong foundation heading into Come Over October this fall.”

WINE INDUSTRY NETWORK WEBINAR

Come Together recently joined the Wine Industry Network for a second webinar spotlighting Come Over October, bringing together Karen MacNeil, Gino Colangelo and Kimberly Noelle Charles with representatives from longtime media sponsor, Wine Enthusiast and Foundational sponsor Jackson Family Wines to discuss how wineries, distributors, retailers, media companies and trade organizations can take part in the fall campaign. The conversation covers practical ways to get involved and the free resources available to participants.

This year the campaign also unveils a glow up, refreshed logo and new collateral. Watch the full webinar here: Come Over October: Wine Industry Unites

WINE’S PLACE AT THE TABLE

The conversation around wine and connection also reached The New York Times this summer. Following chief wine critic Eric Asimov’s June 26 article examining wine’s diminishing presence on restaurant tables, “Have We Forgotten Wine’s Place at the Table?,” Karen MacNeil sat down with Asimov for a video interview exploring the themes of the piece and their relevance to Come Together’s mission for the Wine Voices series put together by the team.

Watch the interview here: Karen MacNeil interviews Eric Asimov

Read Eric Asimov’s article in The New York Times here: Have We Forgotten Wine’s Place at the Table?

New preliminary data from the International Organization of Vine and Wine underscores the stakes. The United States remains the world’s largest wine consuming nation by volume, at 31.9 million hectoliters in 2025, ahead of France at 22.0 million and Italy at 20.2 million. Even with that lead, per capita consumption and wine’s place at the everyday table continue to face pressure, which is precisely the gap Come Together’s campaigns are built to close.

LOOKING AHEAD: COME OVER OCTOBER, FALL 2026

Come Over October returns this fall for its third year, building on the momentum of all the campaigns to date. The fall campaign invites wineries and retailers to host in-store tastings and tasting room activations, gives media and trade partners a platform to amplify the message that wine belongs to everyday moments, and offers a campaign patron opportunity for organizations ready to help make this year’s activation the most far reaching yet. The logo for this third iteration of Come Over October has had a glow up visible in all communications and collateral.

“Our beloved industry has had one of the most challenging times in decades,” said Kimberly Noelle Charles, DipWSET, co-founder of Come Together. “Collaborative, positive voices lifting up wine and its unique place in culture prove that we are resonating with the way people truly feel. The support we receive, be it monetary or in allyship, helps our momentum continue.”

Wineries, retailers, media outlets and trade partners interested in joining Come Over October can learn more at https://comeoveroctober.com/ or by following @comeoveroctober on Instagram.

ABOUT COME TOGETHER, A COMMUNITY FOR WINE INC.

COME TOGETHER, A Community for Wine Inc. is the mission driven company behind the Come Over October and Share & Pair Sundays wine advocacy campaigns. Founded in 2024 by wine writer and author Karen MacNeil, Gino Colangelo of Colangelo & Partners, and Kimberly Noelle Charles, DipWSET, of Charles Communications Associates, the company tells the story of wine’s historic and contemporary role as a beverage that brings people together.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

Kimberly Noelle Charles, 415 701 9463, kcharles@charlescomm.com

Gino Colangelo, (646) 624-2885, gcolangelo@colangelopr.com

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KARNATAKA, India, July 30, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — thegeekconf Mini 2026 will convene product builders, engineering leaders, AI practitioners, founders, and technology decision-makers on August 1 at NIMHANS Convention Centre in Bengaluru. Powered by GeekyAnts, the focused conference will examine why agentic AI concepts stall before production and what teams need to build systems that can act across real product workflows.

thegeekconf Mini 2026, Powered by GeekyAnts, Set to Address the Agentic AI Production Gap.

The event arrives as companies expand AI use but struggle to scale it. McKinsey’s 2025 global survey found that 62% of respondents said their organizations had started experimenting with AI agents. Yet 23% reported scaling an agentic AI system in one or more business functions, and no function crossed a 10% scaling rate. The survey included 1,993 participants across 105 countries.

That gap carries weight for mid-sized companies. A team with 50 to 500 employees must connect agents to existing tools, enforce permissions, test edge cases, and track business outcomes without the platform capacity of a large enterprise. A successful pilot proves that a model can complete a task. A production system must manage state, recover from failure, protect data, and route high-risk actions to people.

The tentative agenda reflects those concerns. Sessions will cover agentic commerce, intelligent agents with Microsoft 365 Copilot, an agent for App Store submissions, the shift from user experience to agent experience, and the move from copilot to autopilot. A panel will examine the future of product teams in the agentic AI era. Kumar Pratik, Founder and CEO of GeekyAnts, will deliver the keynote and launch AntFabric.

Speakers and panelists represent GeekyAnts, Microsoft, AWS, Synchrony, KPMG, Shell, IIM Bangalore, and the product-builder community. That mix gives the event a chance to connect model capability with product architecture, delivery ownership, and operating controls.

“Most teams do not need another agent demo. They need systems that manage state, work within defined permissions, produce evidence, and stop for human review when risk rises,” said Kumar Pratik, Founder and CEO of GeekyAnts. “thegeekconf Mini creates a forum where builders and technology leaders can examine those production choices through real workflows.”

Risk data explains the focus beyond model selection. The same McKinsey research found that 51% of respondents from AI-using organizations had experienced one or more negative consequences, with AI inaccuracy the leading reported consequence. Product leaders need evaluation suites, scoped tools, approval gates, and incident response before agents receive write access to business systems.

For midmarket firms, each control competes with roadmap work. Sessions that connect those controls to delivery patterns could help leaders judge which use cases warrant production investment and which should remain experiments.

GeekyAnts, an AI-Powered Digital Product Engineering and Consulting Company, brings related delivery work to the discussion. In a project for Nexus, an AI-powered business process management company, GeekyAnts built benchmarkable SQL agents and RAG evaluation frameworks. The company’s case study reports a 50% reduction in manual validation cycles and a 30% improvement in internal testing speed.

In another project, GeekyAnts built an AI interview system with real-time voice interaction, adaptive question flows, distributed state management, and automated candidate reports. The system used modular services and failure-handling controls to support a product workflow that required context, response evaluation, and consistent execution.

These cases illustrate the central production question, but they do not remove the need for scrutiny. Teams need baseline metrics, permission boundaries, audit trails, rollback paths, and ownership for agent errors. The event’s value will depend on the connection its sessions make between technical demonstrations and those operating requirements.

Product and engineering leaders can review the agenda and reserve a seat at www.thegeekconf.com/mini. Companies assessing agentic product architecture or AI-powered product engineering can visit https://geekyants.com/en-us or contact GeekyAnts.

MEDIA CONTACT

GeekyAnts Inc.
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