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Forbes
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Kidney Donor Adopts Dog Rescued From Lab Testing To Keep Saving Lives
Alexis Miller donated a kidney to a stranger on March 18, 2025. About three weeks later, she adopted ... More Culver. Just a few weeks after donating a kidney to a stranger, Alexis Miller felt so exhilarated that she wanted to save another life. So when the Colorado resident saw a photo of a dog rescued from laboratory testing, she decided to adopt him. 'I gave someone a gift of life with my kidney,' Miller, 38, said. 'Then I felt so good about that that I wanted to do more. So that inspired me to adopt Culver.' Culver was one of 24 beagles simultaneously taken in by the nonprofit Kindness Ranch Animal Sanctuary in Wyoming, which rescues and rehomes former research animals. Miller had 'always' wanted to adopt a beagle rescued from a lab and felt drawn to him. Though still recovering from her March 18 kidney donation, she drove over 200 miles from Denver to meet the 3-year-old dog at the sanctuary in early April. She was so charmed by his upbeat personality that she adopted him — and changed his name from Xavier to Culver. 'Culver means 'dove,' and the dove is a sign of freedom and peace,' she said. 'I feel like that is how his personality is.' In his new home in Denver, Culver also charmed Miller's senior hound mix, George. The 12-year-old dog acts more playful with the young beagle, who sometimes gets so excited to be alive that he races around with the 'zoomies.' Alexis Miller's senior rescue dog, George, left, accepted Culver into their pack. Now Culver loves playing with stuffed toys, eating treats, taking walks and playing with other pups at the dog park. 'There's a dog there named Vega who's about his age and height, and he'll run around with her. It is really beautiful that he has a bestie there,' she said. 'I think being off leash and being in the sunshine and being around other dogs and having all this space to do zoomies is something that's so contrasted compared to where he had no space most likely, where he was kept in a cage and he was inside and probably didn't see sunshine.' Culver's Past As A Research Dog Miller doesn't know the identity of the laboratory or many details of Culver's past treatment since the Kindness Ranch essentially has a 'Don't ask, don't tell' policy to encourage labs to send animals to the sanctuary instead of destroying the pets once they're done with them, she noted. But his behavior is telling. For instance, Culver wasn't potty trained. Though he's learned to do his business outside, he prefers to do it on tiles instead of the grass in the backyard since he was likely used to living on a hard surface. When it's time to sleep, he wedges himself between the bed and the wall. Culver tucks himself against the wall. 'I think this is partially because he grew up and lived in a box for the first part of his life,' she said. So it makes her happy to see the former research animal enjoy simple pleasures. Since adopting Culver in April, she's taken him hiking and paddleboarding, and introduced him to fourth graders at the school where she leads an Animal Lovers' Club. Culver rewards Miller by greeting her with tail-wagging joy whenever she comes home. She's amazed by his upbeat attitude. 'He is so adaptable and resilient,' she said. 'We go to the dog park and he plays with the other dogs and he's a snuggle bug and I'm very much in love with him.' Kidney donor Alexis Miller loves spending time with Culver. She donated a kidney to a stranger 13 ... More years after her father, Jim Miller, donated a kidney to a family friend. 'He was a big inspiration for why I did it,' she said. Before buying a product, Miller scans the barcode with the Cruelty-Cutter app from the nonprofit Beagle Freedom Project to check if it was tested on animals – and won't buy it if it was. She hopes other people will consider adopting dogs rescued from labs, as well as fostering and adopting shelter pets in general. (Her senior dog, George, was a 'foster fail' that she adopted as a puppy from a litter of shelter dogs named for Harry Potter characters; she also fostered his brother, Fred.) There's a big need. Nearly 6 million dogs and cats entered U.S. animal shelters in 2024. So the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is giving $2 million in grants to over 100 shelters to help waive adoption fees from August through October as part of The Rescue Effect campaign to promote pet adoption. Potential adopters can also search for nearby available pets on sites like and Former research dog, Culver, relaxes in his new home. For her part, Miller is grateful for the chance to adopt a special dog like Culver. 'He's a really great companion,' she said. 'It's weird to think about, but I'm 38 and he's three, so I expect to have him into my fifties. I'm looking forward to growing older with him. I'm so in love with him.'
The Hill
19-07-2025
- Business
- The Hill
Culver's to open nearly two dozen new restaurants in 11 states this year
(NEXSTAR) — Wisconsinites and their neighbors are no strangers to the beloved Butter Burgers, frozen custard, and the collecting of Scoopie Tokens from Culver's. They'll rush to get the Curder Burger when it returns to the menu for a limited time and try a cheese curd variation, even though Culver's cheese curds are delectable on their own. This year, several communities throughout the country will get to experience what Wisconsinites already love about the Badger State native. Culver's, which operates 1,000 locations across 26 states, is opening nearly two dozen new locations before the end of the year. Arizona Queen Creek: S Ellsworth Road Arkansas Harrison: Highway 43 N Florida Fort Meade: N. Charleston Avenue Jacksonville: Hyatt Road Leesburg: US Highway 441 Ruskin: 30th Street SE Illinois Diamond: E. Division Street Kansas Derby: N Rock Road Michigan Holland: E. 16th Street White Lake: Highland Road Woodhaven: Allen Road Southfield: Southfield Road Ohio New Albany: N. Hamilton Road South Carolina Boiling Springs: Boiling Springs Road Greenville: N. Pleasantburg Drive Tennessee Hixson: Northgate Mall Drive Oak Ridge: Oak Ridge Turnpike Sevierville: Dolly Parton Parkway Texas Katy: Peek Road Wisconsin Combined Locks: Martineau Road Eau Claire: Truax Lane Evansville: N. Union Street Unsurprisingly, Wisconsin, where Culver's was founded, has the greatest number of restaurants at 150. That doesn't include the soon-to-open locations. After Wisconsin, it's Illinois at 138, Florida at 120, and Michigan at 102. Arkansas and Wyoming each have two locations. According to the Culver's website, there are several states — or at least portions of them — in which the company has franchise opportunities. That includes Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, and Wyoming. Other areas, like all of Wisconsin and Michigan, roughly half of North Dakota and South Dakota, and portions of Florida, Texas, Indiana, Illinois, and Wyoming, are only available to existing franchisees currently operating there. In 24 states, all or most of the area is considered 'future markets' that are 'currently not available.' That includes areas in California, Connecticut, Delaware, Idaho, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Texas, Vermont, Washington, West Virginia, and Wyoming.
Miami Herald
16-06-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Culver's is giving away free chicken sandwiches today. Here's how to get one
Culver's chicken sandwiches are getting a refresh, and fans can try them for free. On Monday, June 16, customers can score a free chicken sandwich of their choice at participating Culver's restaurants nationwide, according to the Wisconsin-based burger chain. No purchase is required. The restaurant said it plans to give away more than 100,000 free chicken sandwiches as it debuts its 'new and improved' sandwich lineup. The first 100 customers in line can choose from three options: Crispy chicken sandwichSpicy crispy chicken sandwichGrilled chicken sandwich 'Every little detail is improved — from the juiciness of the chicken to the soft, new brioche bun it sits on,' Kasey McDonald, head of culinary at Culver's, said in a news release. 'We took our time to make sure we got these perfect.' The new chicken sandwiches will be part of Culver's permanent menu, joining its original chicken tenders and other fan favorites. The one-day giveaway is valid on dine-in, to-go or drive-thru orders only, the restaurant said. Additional information wasn't immediately available. Find your nearest Culver's here.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Versailles Poultry Days seeks world record for largest BBQ soon
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – The massive Poultry Days festival in Versailles, is attempting to break the world record for the World's Largest Chicken BBQ in a single day. The 74th Annual festival will run from June 13 to June 15. It routinely brings in crowds of over 50,000 people. This year, the event wants to break the world record for the largest chicken BBQ. Organizers said they have two semi-truck loads of chicken, and over 16,000 halves will be cooked. Culver's picks July 7 for West Carrollton opening date The festival is a vital part of the history of Versailles. It has run for 73 years without interruption, including a modified version durning the 2020 pandemic, and it has served over 1.2 million dinners. There will be a four-lane drive/walk-through station for chicken on 459 S. Center St. It will open at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, 11:30 a.m. on Saturday and 11:00 a.m. on Sunday. Pre-purchased bulk coolers will be available at Versailles Exempted Village School, 280 Marker Rd. Over 20 musicians will be performing live all weekend, including Zach Attack, Kevin and the Others, SNAFU, Naked Karate Girls, Eight Ball and The Hammer Jockeys. Versailles Poultry Days Festival to host 20+ live performances Even though chicken will be the star of the weekend, there will be tons of other delicious food, too. Notably, VAPPA's famous Pit Potato and hand-squeezed Lemonade. Other notable activities will include the following: Art and Photography Show Cake and Egg Show Chicken Classic Cruise-In, on the corner of South Center and West Ward streets. Chicken Eating Contest Cornhole Tournament Family Fun Zone FFA Petting Zoo Flag raising ceremony Flower Show Grand Parade, marshaled by Larry and Diane Prenger. K of C Bingo Kiddie Tractor Pull Lions Club Chuckaluck Miss Chick and Little Miss Poultry Days pageants 5k Run/Walk Square Dancing and Zumba demonstrations Ultimate Disc Tourment Versailles Youth Sports' Major League Baseball Pitch, Hit and Run contest. (Ages 7 to 14.) Register here. To learn more and to see the entire list of events happening over the weekend, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Cision Canada
11-06-2025
- Automotive
- Cision Canada
East St. Louis School District 189 Marks Next Phase in Electric School Bus Project
EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill., June 11, 2025 /CNW/ -- East St. Louis School District 189 will host a community event on Thursday, June 12 to celebrate continued progress in its electric school bus initiative. The event will highlight the construction of a new depot that will support 25 electric school buses and chargers. The district was awarded funding through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Clean School Bus Program as part of a competitive, multi-district application. The project includes the deployment of 25 Thomas Built electric school buses and 25 Heliox chargers, with operations scheduled to begin in the 2025–2026 school year. "We are proud to roll out 25 new electric school buses for regular routes this coming school year—an investment in both the health of our students and our community," said Arthur R. Culver, Superintendent of East St. Louis School District 189. "Our students deserve clean, safe, and modern transportation. These electric buses reduce harmful air pollution, reflect our commitment to safety, and help ensure that every child arrives at school ready to learn and thrive." Culver added, "This is an exciting step forward for student wellness and a cleaner, healthier future for East St. Louis." The project is being delivered in close partnership with North American Central School Bus (NACSB), one of the largest student transportation providers in North America and Highland Electric Fleets, a leading provider of Electrification-as-a-Service (EaaS) for school bus fleets across North America. NAC will operate and maintain the buses, while Highland is managing the charging infrastructure and long-term electrification support. Work is underway at the NAC depot in Caseyville, which will serve as the operational hub for the new fleet. Ameren Illinois, the project's utility partner, is assisting the infrastructure development with make-ready funding through its Electric Vehicle Charging Program. "Partnering with the East St. Louis School District and Highland to deliver clean, innovative transportation is a powerful step toward empowering tomorrow's leaders. This electric fleet represents our commitment to student safety, community health, and a brighter future," said NAC CEO Jason Walker "We're proud to support the district and NAC as we move into the next phase of the project and prepare for deployment across the community," said Duncan McIntyre, Founder and CEO of Highland Electric Fleets. The new electric fleet will add to the district's existing 80-bus operation and will serve students across seven schools. As part of the event, attendees will be invited to take a ride on an electric school bus and preview what students will experience when the buses hit the road next year. The event is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. CT on June 12 at the Illinois Central School Bus Garage, 8203 Bunkum Rd, Caseyville, IL 62232. About East St. Louis School District East St. Louis School District 189 is focused on providing rigorous, high quality education and exceptional educational experiences to the nearly 5,000 students within the community. Our vision is for students to be supported physically, socially, and emotionally in a safe and nurturing environment to achieve academic success that prepares them for college, the workforce, and citizenship in the 21st century. For more information, visit Follow more great stories @estl189 on Facebook and Twitter. About North American Central School Bus (NACSB) NACSB's mission is to "empower tomorrow's leaders and provide them with access to world changing opportunities." They strive to foster a culture of safety, innovation, excellence, and engagement in all operations. About Highland Electric Fleets Highland Electric Fleets is North America's leading provider of electrification-as-a-service. Founded in 2019, Highland makes it simple and affordable to transition fleets of all sizes to electric, from school buses to public safety, municipal and commercial vehicles. Learn more at Media Contacts East St. Louis School District 189 Sydney Stigge-Kaufman [email protected] Highland Electric Fleets Chris Orlando [email protected]
