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Mars Inspires Moments of Everyday Happiness with Customizable Gifts for Spring Celebrations

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024

NEWARK, N.J., April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- M&M'S®, proudly part of Mars, is spring-ing into the warmer weather with returning favorites and a new line-up of sweet treats for the season's celebrations. MMS.com is the one-stop-shop for customizable M&M'S gifts and party favors. Shoppers can personalize their perfect spring gift by choosing from over 20 unique M&M'S colors and add messages, clipart, or photos onto the chocolate candies.

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  • MMS.com is the one-stop-shop for customizable M&M'S gifts and party favors.
  • Shoppers can personalize their perfect spring gift by choosing from over 20 unique M&M'S colors and add messages, clipart, or photos onto the chocolate candies.
  • "Complete with candy dispensers, gift boxes, party favors and more, our personalized presents on MMS.com continue to spark happiness for every moment."
  • And for the perfect spring break snack, M&M'S have recently introduced a new addition to the Minis family – M&M'S Peanut Butter Minis .

M&M Residual and Trevor R. Milton Announce Concerns Related to Potential Fraud and Misconduct at Nikola Overseen by Steve Girsky, Britton Worthen and the Board of Directors

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Thursday, April 11, 2024

M&M Residual delivered the Nomination because it believed it was critical to bring much-needed change to the Company through a reconstitution of the Board.

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  • M&M Residual delivered the Nomination because it believed it was critical to bring much-needed change to the Company through a reconstitution of the Board.
  • We felt that the Nomination was the best chance to give the Company the ability to thrive and prosper.
  • We have ultimately concluded that it has become too risky to step in and expose our remaining nominees to the Company.
  • We reserve all rights concerning recently uncovered information and intend to hold the Company’s Board, officers, and directors accountable.

First Busey Corporation Finalizes Acquisition of Merchants and Manufacturers Bank Corporation and Merchants and Manufacturers Bank

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Monday, April 1, 2024

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. and OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill., April 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Busey Corporation (“Busey”) (NASDAQ: BUSE), the holding company for Busey Bank, announced the completion of its acquisition of Merchants and Manufacturers Bank Corporation (“M&M”), the holding company for Merchants and Manufacturers Bank (“M&M Bank”), effective April 1, 2024.

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  • CHAMPAIGN, Ill. and OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill., April 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Busey Corporation (“Busey”) (NASDAQ: BUSE), the holding company for Busey Bank, announced the completion of its acquisition of Merchants and Manufacturers Bank Corporation (“M&M”), the holding company for Merchants and Manufacturers Bank (“M&M Bank”), effective April 1, 2024.
  • Busey will operate M&M Bank as a separate banking subsidiary of Busey until it is merged with Busey Bank, which is expected to occur in June 2024.
  • M&M Bank was founded in 1969 as a locally-owned bank valuing its roles and responsibilities as a community bank, bringing a focused expertise in business banking.
  • ArentFox Schiff LLP served as legal counsel and Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, Inc., a Stifel Company served as financial advisor to M&M.

First Busey Corporation and Merchants and Manufacturers Bank Corporation Announce Election Deadline

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. and OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill., March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Busey Corporation (“Busey”) (NASDAQ:BUSE), the holding company for Busey Bank, and Merchants and Manufacturers Bank Corporation (“M&M”), the holding company for Merchants and Manufacturers Bank (“M&M Bank”), today jointly announced that the election deadline for M&M shareholders of record to make merger consideration elections in connection with the previously announced merger between Busey and M&M is 5:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, on March 29, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • CHAMPAIGN, Ill. and OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill., March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Busey Corporation (“Busey”) (NASDAQ:BUSE), the holding company for Busey Bank, and Merchants and Manufacturers Bank Corporation (“M&M”), the holding company for Merchants and Manufacturers Bank (“M&M Bank”), today jointly announced that the election deadline for M&M shareholders of record to make merger consideration elections in connection with the previously announced merger between Busey and M&M is 5:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, on March 29, 2024.
  • As of December 31, 2023, First Busey Corporation (Nasdaq: BUSE) was a $12.28 billion financial holding company headquartered in Champaign, Illinois.
  • Busey Bank, a wholly-owned bank subsidiary of First Busey Corporation, had total assets of $12.25 billion as of December 31, 2023, and is headquartered in Champaign, Illinois.
  • Busey Bank is honored to be named among America’s Best Banks by Forbes magazine for the second consecutive year.

M&M Auto Parts Partners with SHiFT to Remove End-of-Life Vehicles from U.S. Roads

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Friday, March 22, 2024

FREDERICKSBURG, Va., March 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- M&M Auto Parts announced that it has agreed to partner with the SHiFT Vehicle Retirement Initiative™, a social enterprise committed to helping consumers and companies responsibly recycle vehicles with environmentally responsible protocols from start to finish. The program was created to provide a trusted resource for reducing the carbon footprint of internal combustion engine vehicles (ICE) that have reached their natural end-of-life.

Key Points: 
  • FREDERICKSBURG, Va., March 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- M&M Auto Parts announced that it has agreed to partner with the SHiFT Vehicle Retirement Initiative™, a social enterprise committed to helping consumers and companies responsibly recycle vehicles with environmentally responsible protocols from start to finish.
  • The program was created to provide a trusted resource for reducing the carbon footprint of internal combustion engine vehicles (ICE) that have reached their natural end-of-life.
  • Since signing onto the SHiFT program, M&M has received numerous vehicles, all at a substantially reduced cost compared to purchasing salvage vehicles from a major auction or salvage vehicle company.
  • To date, M&M has completely recycled close to 20 vehicles via the SHiFT Vehicle Retirement Initiative™, with more on the way.

MARS INSPIRES MOMENTS OF EVERYDAY HAPPINESS WITH NEW SPRING SEASON INNOVATIONS AND RETURNING FAN-FAVORITES EVERY BUNNY WILL LOVE

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Friday, March 15, 2024

NEWARK, N.J., March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mars, the maker of some of the world's most beloved treats and snacks, is bringing joy to consumers everywhere as the egg-citement of the spring season is officially in the air! It's simply not Easter without colorful sweets—in fact, 85 percent of U.S. adults plan to enhance their celebrations by buying food, candy and gifts1. From nostalgic favorites to new, limited-edition flavor innovations, Mars is set to deliver a range of goodies guaranteed to make the holiday extra special this year.

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  • It's simply not Easter without colorful sweets—in fact, 85 percent of U.S. adults plan to enhance their celebrations by buying food, candy and gifts1.
  • From nostalgic favorites to new, limited-edition flavor innovations, Mars is set to deliver a range of goodies guaranteed to make the holiday extra special this year.
  • This season, M&M'S Easter Sundae will give families a new way to enjoy the popular dessert.
  • M&M'S has released its 2024 Easter Gift Guide, exclusively on MMS.com , where gift givers can find a list of one-of-a-kind items.

Spring Into Vibrant Deals and Seasonal Treats at 7-Eleven, Inc.

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

IRVING, Texas, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 7-Eleven, Inc. is ushering in the spring season with new limited-time flavors and discounts on customer-favorite items. Enjoy longer days and warmer temperatures with your favorite snacks and drinks from 7-Eleven®, Speedway® and Stripes® stores.

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  • Enjoy longer days and warmer temperatures with your favorite snacks and drinks from 7-Eleven® , Speedway® and Stripes® stores.
  • 7-Eleven is introducing a limited-time donut in celebration of St. Paddy's Day, available through March 17.
  • New 7Collection™ Drop: 7-Eleven's proprietary merch shop will also join in the fun dropping the first new capsule of 2024.
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    Rain or shine, customers can have their treats and snacks delivered directly to their door via the 7NOW® Delivery app.

MARS POWERS PACKAGING PROGRESS WITH DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

CHICAGO, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mars has announced a new collaboration with engineering software giant, Ansys, that will see the multinational manufacturer adopt simulation software primed to reimagine the packaging innovation process at Mars through digital technology.

Key Points: 
  • Mars use of this revolutionary simulation technology has already reduced the quantity of plastics purchased by Mars for testing by approximately 246 tons.
  • Collaboration with Ansys engineering software builds on Mars' heritage of packaging innovation and will help Mars achieve its ultimate aim of using 100% reusable, recyclable or compostable packaging for its products.
  • CHICAGO, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mars has announced a new collaboration with engineering software giant, Ansys, that will see the multinational manufacturer adopt simulation software primed to reimagine the packaging innovation process at Mars through digital technology.
  • "In the world we want tomorrow, no packaging becomes waste," said Qing Qi, VP R&D global innovation, Mars Snacking.

Concerned Stockholders of Nikola Corp. Introduce Slate of Independent Director Candidates for Election to the Company’s Board at the 2024 Annual Meeting

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Today, the Concerned Stockholder Group issued the below statement regarding its nomination of five highly qualified and independent director candidates for election to the Company’s nine-member Board of Directors (the “Board”) at the 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the “2024 Annual Meeting”).

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  • Today, the Concerned Stockholder Group issued the below statement regarding its nomination of five highly qualified and independent director candidates for election to the Company’s nine-member Board of Directors (the “Board”) at the 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the “2024 Annual Meeting”).
  • Our slate of director candidates is highly qualified, wholly independent and focused on one goal: implementing a lasting turnaround that unlocks the significant potential of Nikola.
  • In fact, our Group has been approached by numerous stockholders who want to see CEO Steve Girsky and his Board replaced with high-integrity individuals.
  • TSR includes dividends reinvested using a closing price of February 8, 2024, the day before Nikola made the Group’s nomination public.

Celanese Corporation Reports Full Year 2023 and Fourth Quarter Earnings

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

The Acetyl Chain reported 2023 net sales of $4.9 billion, a 15 percent decrease from the prior year.

Key Points: 
  • The Acetyl Chain reported 2023 net sales of $4.9 billion, a 15 percent decrease from the prior year.
  • Based on these actions, the Acetyl Chain was able to offset the majority of pricing headwinds to deliver foundational earnings in 2023.
  • Celanese Corporation is a global chemical leader in the production of differentiated chemistry solutions and specialty materials used in most major industries and consumer applications.
  • Based in Dallas, Celanese employs approximately 12,400 employees worldwide and had 2023 net sales of $10.9 billion.