Tupelo, Mississippi

Comcast Wins Four Technology & Engineering Emmy® Awards

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Tuesday, January 26, 2021
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Comcast Corporation today announced that it received four Emmy Awards for Technology & Engineering from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS).

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  • Comcast Corporation today announced that it received four Emmy Awards for Technology & Engineering from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS).
  • This years recipients will be honored at the 72nd Annual Technology & Engineering Emmy Awards Ceremony scheduled for October 10, 2021.
  • Over the past several years, Comcast has won a number of Technology & Engineering Emmy Awards.
  • Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company with three primary businesses: Comcast Cable, NBCUniversal, and Sky.

Comcast Launching 29 WiFi-Connected 'Lift Zones' in Washington, D.C., Baltimore and Virginia

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Monday, January 25, 2021
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"The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted underserved and under resourced communities, with communities of color being disproportionately impacted," said Gabrielle Webster, CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington.

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  • "The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted underserved and under resourced communities, with communities of color being disproportionately impacted," said Gabrielle Webster, CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington.
  • "Being a Comcast Lift Zone enables us to provide a space in the community where young people can get and stay connected with reliable WiFi and take full advantage of educational resources and programs."
  • Thanks to Comcast, we have connected our Harvey Johnson Community Center here in Baltimore City with this super-charged WiFi to provide a dynamic learning environment for our youth."
  • Lift Zone sites complement Comcast's Internet Essentials program , which has helped connect more than 4 million low-income students to the internet at home since 2011.

Hall of Fame Resort and Entertainment Company and Tupelo Honey Announce Partnership

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Wednesday, January 20, 2021
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Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company (HOFV) (NASDAQ: HOFV, HOFVW), the only resort, media and entertainment company centered around the power of professional football, and Tupelo Honey, one of the nations largest independent production companies, are pleased to announce the formation of a media partnership.

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  • Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company (HOFV) (NASDAQ: HOFV, HOFVW), the only resort, media and entertainment company centered around the power of professional football, and Tupelo Honey, one of the nations largest independent production companies, are pleased to announce the formation of a media partnership.
  • Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: HOFV, HOFVW) is a resort and entertainment company leveraging the power and popularity of professional football and its legendary players in partnership with the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
  • Headquartered in Canton, Ohio, the Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company is the owner of the Hall of Fame Village powered by Johnson Controls, a multi-use sports, entertainment and media destination centered around the Pro Football Hall of Fame's campus.
  • Tupelo Honey is a full-service production company with over 24 years of experience in sports, music and entertainment.

Comcast RISE Awards 166 Black-Owned, Small Businesses in Greater Philadelphia with Marketing and Technology Resources and Makeovers

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Monday, January 18, 2021
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This includes 166 Black-owned small businesses in Greater Philadelphia, from restaurants and salons to professional services and retail shops.

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  • This includes 166 Black-owned small businesses in Greater Philadelphia, from restaurants and salons to professional services and retail shops.
  • In addition, 3,300 small businesses have already signed up to receive the Comcast RISE monthly newsletter, which will offer free marketing insights and resources.
  • Black-owned, small businesses, those hit hardest by the pandemic according to a recent study from the National Bureau of Economic Research.
  • The next phase has opened up eligibility so that Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC)-owned, small businesses can all apply.

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Rigrodsky Law, P.A. Announces Investigation of FNS Bancshares, Inc. Merger

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Friday, January 15, 2021
BancorpSouth, Tupelo, Mississippi

announces that it is investigating FNS Bancshares, Inc. (FNS Bancshares) (OTC: FNSB ) regarding possible breaches of fiduciary duties and other violations of law related to FNS Bancshares agreement to merge with BancorpSouth Bank (BancorpSouth) (NYSE: BXS ).

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  • announces that it is investigating FNS Bancshares, Inc. (FNS Bancshares) (OTC: FNSB ) regarding possible breaches of fiduciary duties and other violations of law related to FNS Bancshares agreement to merge with BancorpSouth Bank (BancorpSouth) (NYSE: BXS ).
  • Under the terms of the agreement, FNS Bancshares shareholders will receive a number of shares of BancorpSouth and an amount in cash per share.
  • To learn more about this investigation and your rights, visit: https://www.rl-legal.com/cases-fns-bancshares-inc .
  • You may also contact Seth D. Rigrodsky or Gina M. Serra cost and obligation free at (888) 969-4242 or [email protected] .

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: WeissLaw LLP Investigates FNS Bancshares, Inc.

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Thursday, January 14, 2021
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NEW YORK, Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- WeissLaw LLP is investigating possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law by the board of directors of FNS Bancshares, Inc. ("FNS" or the "Company") (OTCQX: FNSB), a bank holding company, in connection with the Company's proposed stock-for-stock merger of the Company with BancorpSouth Bank (NYSE: BXS), a bank holding company operating approximately 310 full-service branch locations as well as additional mortgage, insurance, and loan production offices.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- WeissLaw LLP is investigating possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law by the board of directors of FNS Bancshares, Inc. ("FNS" or the "Company") (OTCQX: FNSB), a bank holding company, in connection with the Company's proposed stock-for-stock merger of the Company with BancorpSouth Bank (NYSE: BXS), a bank holding company operating approximately 310 full-service branch locations as well as additional mortgage, insurance, and loan production offices.
  • Under the terms of the merger agreement, BancorpSouth will issue 2,975,000 shares of common stock, plus $18.0 million in cash, for all outstanding shares of FNS capital stock, subject to certain conditions and potential adjustments.
  • Based upon the closing price of BancorpSouth common stock onJanuary 12, 2021, the transaction is valued at approximately$108.4 million, or$90.04per share of FNS common stock.
  • If you own FNS shares and wish to discuss this investigation or have any questions concerning this notice or your rights or interests, visit our website:

BancorpSouth Bank to Acquire FNS Bancshares, Inc.

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Wednesday, January 13, 2021
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TUPELO, Miss., Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- BancorpSouth Bank (NYSE: BXS) announced today the signing of a definitive merger agreement with FNS Bancshares, Inc. (OTCQX: FNSB), the parent company of FNB Bank, (collectively referred to as "FNS"), pursuant to which FNS will be merged with and into BancorpSouth.

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  • TUPELO, Miss., Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- BancorpSouth Bank (NYSE: BXS) announced today the signing of a definitive merger agreement with FNS Bancshares, Inc. (OTCQX: FNSB), the parent company of FNB Bank, (collectively referred to as "FNS"), pursuant to which FNS will be merged with and into BancorpSouth.
  • In connection with the merger, BancorpSouth Bank and FNS will deliver a proxy statement and related offering materials to the shareholders of FNS seeking approval of the merger and related matters.
  • THE SHAREHOLDERS OF FNS ARE ENCOURAGED TO READ THE PROXY STATEMENT AND OFFERING MEMORANDUM CAREFULLY IN THEIR ENTIRETY WHEN THEY BECOME AVAILABLE BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE MERGER, BANCORPSOUTH BANK AND FNS.
  • The Corporate Secretary of BancorpSouth Bank may be contacted by mail at Attention: Corporate Secretary, BancorpSouth Bank, One Mississippi Plaza, Tupelo, Mississippi 38804.

Comcast Announces Leadership Transition at Sky

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Wednesday, January 6, 2021
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Comcast Corporation today announced that Sky Group CEO Jeremy Darroch will move from his current role to become Executive Chairman of Sky and Dana Strong will succeed him as Group CEO of Sky reporting to Comcast Chairman and CEO Brian L. Roberts.

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  • Comcast Corporation today announced that Sky Group CEO Jeremy Darroch will move from his current role to become Executive Chairman of Sky and Dana Strong will succeed him as Group CEO of Sky reporting to Comcast Chairman and CEO Brian L. Roberts.
  • I would like to thank Jeremy for his exceptional leadership of Sky and his partnership since we acquired the company, said Roberts.
  • Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company with three primary businesses: Comcast Cable, NBCUniversal, and Sky.
  • Sky operates the Sky News broadcast network and sports and entertainment networks, produces original content, and has exclusive content rights.

BancorpSouth Announces Fourth Quarter Earnings Webcast Schedule

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Monday, January 4, 2021
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TUPELO, Miss., Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --BancorpSouth (NYSE: BXS) will release fourth-quarter 2020 earnings on Monday, January 25, 2021, after the close of the financial markets.

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  • TUPELO, Miss., Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --BancorpSouth (NYSE: BXS) will release fourth-quarter 2020 earnings on Monday, January 25, 2021, after the close of the financial markets.
  • It will also hold its regularly scheduled webcast Tuesday, January 26, 2021, beginning at 10:00 a.m. CST.
  • The webcast is live coverage of management's conference call with analysts and can be found by visiting: www.BancorpSouth.com/Webcast .
  • BancorpSouth is committed to a culture of respect, diversity, and inclusion in both its workplace and communities.

Comcast Launching 10 WiFi-Connected "Lift Zones" In Greater Boston Area

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Monday, December 21, 2020
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Lift Zones will feature free WiFi provided by Comcast, which allows students to work on laptops simultaneously so they can successfully participate in distance learning.

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  • Lift Zones will feature free WiFi provided by Comcast, which allows students to work on laptops simultaneously so they can successfully participate in distance learning.
  • This initiative provides free connectivity inside partner community centers for the next three years.
  • "Thanks to Comcast, we look forward to connecting many of our community centers with this super-charged WiFi to provide a dynamic learning environment for our kids."
  • Future Comcast Lift Zone sites at Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) in the City of Boston: