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Business Wire
26-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Southeastern Grocers salutes military families with $300,000 donation to Folds of Honor
JACKSONVILLE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ahead of Independence Day, Southeastern Grocers, LLC (SEG), parent company and home of Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, is standing strong with local military families by donating $300,000 to the patriotic nonprofit organization, Folds of Honor. This donation, made possible by the generous customers and associates who contributed during SEG's eighth annual community donation program, will fund 60 educational scholarships for the children and spouses of fallen and disabled military members. Anthony Hucker, Chairman, President & CEO of Southeastern Grocers, said, 'As we stand beside those who have given everything in service of our country, we are deeply grateful for the unwavering generosity of our community for rallying behind this incredible cause. By once again uniting with Folds of Honor, we are proudly helping to build brighter futures for those who bear the quiet burden of military sacrifice. Behind every life-changing scholarship provided through Folds of Honor is a solemn promise that we will never forget the price of freedom.' Every penny raised will be deployed directly to Folds of Honor's mission of honoring the sacrifice of U.S. military heroes by investing in their families' futures. These scholarships provide private education tuition and tutoring for children in grades K-12, as well as tuition for college, technical or trade school and post-graduate work, including a master's degree, doctorate or professional program. Since 2007, the organization has granted more than 62,000 scholarships to military families, ensuring the legacies of American heroes live on through educational opportunity. Lt. Col. Dan Rooney, CEO and Founder of Folds of Honor, said, 'With partners like Southeastern Grocers in our ranks, we are fueling the future of our nation—one scholarship at a time. Patriotism lives in acts of service, and our partnership exemplifies what it means to serve with purpose. With their support, we are ensuring that the sacrifice of our military heroes continues as a story of perseverance and renewed hope for their loved ones.' Since the beginning of its partnership in 2018, SEG has donated more than $8.3 million to Folds of Honor, providing more than 1,660 educational scholarships for the children and spouses of fallen and disabled U.S. military service members. In addition to supporting military families, Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie stores will be open regular business hours Friday, July 4. For neighbors enjoying a Fourth of July barbecue, the grocer is helping them prepare for their Independence Day celebrations with sizzling savings on savory proteins, mouthwatering desserts, fresh produce and more. With 100 years of heritage as local meat experts across the Southeast, the grocer salutes flavor and value with every cut by providing quality meat shoppers can afford from the experts they can count on. Neighborhood Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie stores proudly offer a wide variety of beef, pork, chicken and more to suit any need, taste and budget. Local butchers are ready to share their expertise through custom cuts, favorite recipes and friendly advice to help neighbors create memories around the table during the holiday weekend and beyond. For more details on Fourth of July deals at Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie stores, customers can visit their neighborhood store or go to and About Southeastern Grocers Southeastern Grocers, LLC (SEG), parent company and home of Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, is an omnichannel retailer serving customers in brick-and-mortar grocery stores and liquor stores, as well as online with convenient grocery delivery throughout Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana and Mississippi. Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie are well-known and well-respected regional brands with deep heritages, strong neighborhood ties, proud histories of giving back, talented and caring associates and a strong commitment to providing the best possible quality and value to customers. For more information, visit About Folds of Honor Folds of Honor is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization that provides educational scholarships to the spouses and children of fallen or disabled military and first responders. Our educational scholarships support private school tuition or tutoring in grades K-12, tuition for college, technical or trade school, and post-graduate work, including a master's degree, doctorate, or professional program. Since its inception in 2007, Folds of Honor has awarded nearly 62,000 scholarships totaling about $290 million in all 50 states. Among the students served, 45 percent are minorities. It is rated a four-star charity by Charity Navigator and Platinum on Candid. Folds of Honor was founded by Lt Col Dan Rooney, the only-ever F-16 fighter pilot (with three combat tours in Iraq) and PGA Professional. He is currently stationed at Headquarters Air Force Recruiting Service Detachment 1, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. For more information or to donate in support of a Folds of Honor scholarship visit
BBC News
20-06-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Rooney signs new full-time Truro City contract
Midfielder Dan Rooney has become the fourth Truro City player this week to sign a new deal. The 26-year-old former Plymouth Argyle youngster will go full-time after the club's promotion to the National returned to Truro two years ago after a spell with Plymouth Parkway and has also spent time at Bath City. Will Dean, Tyler Love-Holmes and Dan Lavercombe have also agreed new deals with The Tinners this week. "For me it was a no brainer to sign on," Rooney told the club website. "The last couple of months of the season, I hit some form as I found my position and at the moment, I am absolutely buzzing."There is always pressure when your contract is up. But I felt confident I would get a new deal, even though getting promoted means we are going full-time."The opportunity to become a professional full-time footballer again is an opportunity that not many people get. 'Leaving my job and going back into full-time football is a risk, but when I weighed things up, there were lots of pros and no cons.'
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Steelers Reach Out to Fans Upset By Player Attendance at Trump Rally
President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump wave as they depart the field during the College Football Playoff National Championship between Clemson University and Louisiana State University Monday, Jan. 13, 2020, at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans. (Official White House Photo by Andrea Hanks) The Pittsburgh Steelers have responded via e-mail to fans upset about the appearance of current and former players at a rally held by President Donald Trump on Friday, asserting that they did not represent the team and that players are free to support political candidates of their choosing. Steelers starting quarterback Mason Rudolph, special teams captain Miles Killebrew and Hall of Honor member Rocky Bleier joined Trump on stage during the rally at U.S. Steel's Irvin Works plant in West Mifflin on Friday. The rally was put together to celebrate Trump's proposed deal to allow the merger between U.S. Steel and Japan-based Nippon Steel to go thr Advertisement Bleier presented Trump with a Steelers jersey with the No. 47 on the back, and called him an 'honorary Steeler,' while Trump feted Rudolph during his remarks to the crowd. 'I happen to think a really good quarterback is a man named Mason Rudolph,' Trump said. 'I think he's going to get a big shot. He's tall, he's handsome, got a great arm, and I have a feel he's gonna be the guy.' The Steelers responded via e-mail to fans and season ticket holders that had reached out, upset about the players' appearance alongside Trump. Steelers Now obtained a copy of the e-mail. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette first reported of its existence. 'We understand that a recent rally in Pittsburgh has generated a range of reactions from our fan base. Our alumni and current players make their own individual decisions that reflect their views, and they do not necessarily represent the view of the entire Pittsburgh Steelers organization.' Advertisement The Rooney family has political ties on both sides of the aisle, with former chairman Dan Rooney serving as the U.S. Ambassador to Ireland under President Barack Obama. Before his support for Obama and service in his administration, Dan Rooney had been a staunch Republican. Patrick Rooney Jr. and Tom Rooney, both nephews of Dan Rooney, have served as Republican legislators from Florida. Former Steelers running back Jerome Bettis campaigned for Kamala Harris leading up to the 2024 election, and Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz held an event at Acrisure Stadium. Former Steelers Antonio Brown and Le'Veon Bell supported Trump and spoke at a campaign event in Western Pa., before Trump attended a Steelers game against the New York Jets last season. This article originally appeared on Steelers Now: Steelers Reach Out to Fans Upset By Player Attendance at Trump Rally Advertisement Related Headlines
Hindustan Times
22-05-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
How Indianapolis Colts will pay tribute to Jim Irsay. Here's what we know
Jim Irsay, owner and CEO of the Indianapolis Colts, died at age 65. On Wednesday, the team publicly confirmed the bad news. 'We are devastated to announce our beloved Owner & CEO, Jim Irsay, passed away peacefully in his sleep this afternoon,' Colts' said in an X post. Now, if you are wondering, will the Colts pay tribute to their late owner? Yes, they will, but how that is under the wrap. Notably, when an NFL team owner passes away, franchises often pay tribute in the most visible ways. ALSO READ| Jim Irsay dies at 65: A look at Indianapolis Colts owner's net worth Players wear a commemorative patch or decal on their uniforms or helmets to honour the deceased. The patch's front usually includes the late owner's initials, name, or symbol and appears on players for multiple games during the season. Like, when Dan Rooney, longtime chairman of the Pittsburgh Steelers, died, players put a DMR patch on their jerseys. Stadiums also participate in the tribute. Teams may observe a moment of silence before kickoff, display video montages of the owner's legacy on the jumbotron, or dedicate games in their memory. Teams often hold private memorials for staff and players. Public memorial services may also be organised for fans to pay their respects. Irsay has been leading the Colts since 1997 after his father, Robert Irsay, died. 'He worked in every department before he was named the youngest general manager in team history in 1984 when the Colts arrived in Indianapolis. After he took sole ownership in 1997, he led the Colts to a long series of division titles and brought the city its first Super Bowl Championship,' the team recounted. ALSO READ| Jim Irsay dies: All on Indianapolis Colts owner's ex-wife Meg Coyle, and daughters Carlie, Casey and Kalen While the details of Jim Irsay's death were not mentioned in the Colts' statement, it's known that he had long-running health problems. He was diagnosed with a serious lung disease and had surgery on his bones. He had previously said that he had been fighting addiction to drugs for many years.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Steelers, Vikings Have Plenty of International History
Team flags are displayed on the field ahead of the NFL game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Minnesota Vikings at Wembley Stadium, London, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013. (AP Photo/Nicky Hayes, NFL UK) The last time the Steelers played overseas, they lost to the Minnesota Vikings–sparking a new era of Steelers football. The Pittsburgh Steelers learned on Tuesday they will be playing host to the Minnesota Vikings in Week 4 of their highly anticipated game in Ireland. The contest will make history as the first regular-season NFL game played in Ireland. Ironically, the last time the Steelers played across the pond, they also played against the Vikings. Advertisement Minnesota, of course, was the designated host of that matchup. In the 2013 preseason, the game looked like a promising battle between two fringe playoff teams. The Steelers missed the postseason the previous year while the Vikings managed to squeak in, losing their wildcard battle in Green Bay. Pittsburgh Steelers' chairman Dan Rooney speaks on stage flanked by his son the team president Art Rooney II, right, and players tight end Heath Miller, left, and wide receiver Antonio Brown during an NFL fan rally event in Regent Street, London, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2013. The Minnesota Vikings are to play the Pittsburgh Steelers at Wembley stadium in London on Sunday, Sept. 29 in a regular season NFL game. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham) Instead, both teams entered the game 0-3, desperately looking to get their first win of the season. Both the Vikings and Steelers had offensive debuts on tap with Matt Cassell going under center for Minnesota. Pittsburgh debuted what would be the start of a memorable run with the debut of second-round running back Le'Veon Bell. Cassell led the Vikings to a quick 10-0 lead following a 70-yard touchdown strike to Greg Jennings. Ben Roethlisberger would answer by leading the Steelers down the field, which capped off with Bell's first career score–an eight-yard run to cap off an eight-play, 75-yard drive. Advertisement Pittsburgh's defense, going through transition, had a difficult time keeping up with the Minnesota offense, allowing a 60-yard Adrian Peterson touchdown run shortly after. Following another Viking field goal, Roethlisberger's squad found themselves down 20-10 at the half. FILE – In this Oct. 1, 2017, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell (26) carries the ball during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Gail Burton, File) Though Bell scored his second touchdown of the game to open the second half, Peterson answered with a second touchdown run of his own. Eventually, Minnesota pulled ahead 34-17 and staved the Steelers off in a 34-24 victory in London. The loss dropped Pittsburgh to 0-4, and both teams eventually missed the postseason. The Vikings finished 5-10-1, fired head coach Leslie Frazier, and hired Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer as their new head coach. Advertisement The Steelers, however, finished their season 8-8 and barely missed the postseason. Roethlisberger, Bell, and Antonio Brown elevated late in the season, leading to the 'Killer B's' era. The trio, along with a young and rising offensive line, would become a strength for the Steel City. This year, it may be unlikely to see a future ignite like we observed 12 years ago. However, the matchup in Ireland will be a big welcome for the black and gold. Not only for the viewing pleasure of Steelers fans, but the loyalty of the Rooney family to the Emerald Isle. This article originally appeared on Steelers Now: Steelers, Vikings Have Plenty of International History
