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Local Bounti Announces Executive Transition, Names Anna Fabrega as CEO as Company Scales Sustainable Growing Technologies

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

HAMILTON, Mont., May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Local Bounti Corporation (NYSE: LOCL, LOCL WS) ("Local Bounti" or the "Company"), a breakthrough U.S. indoor agriculture company combining the best aspects of vertical and greenhouse growing technologies, announced that Anna Fabrega, former Freshly CEO and Amazon executive, will become CEO of Local Bounti on June 5, 2023. The company's current Co-CEOs and Co-Founders – Craig Hurlbert and Travis Joyner – will shift to new leadership roles as Senior Vice President of Strategy and Chief Technology Officer, respectively, and maintain their seats on the Company's Board of Directors.

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  • HAMILTON, Mont., May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Local Bounti Corporation (NYSE: LOCL, LOCL WS) ("Local Bounti" or the "Company"), a breakthrough U.S. indoor agriculture company combining the best aspects of vertical and greenhouse growing technologies, announced that Anna Fabrega, former Freshly CEO and Amazon executive, will become CEO of Local Bounti on June 5, 2023.
  • Fabrega brings more than two decades of operations, consumer goods, and food production experience – and a track record of leading and scaling businesses – to Local Bounti.
  • At Freshly, the direct-to-consumer fresh prepared food subscription service, Fabrega succeeded the company's founder as CEO.
  • And Local Bounti is growing, with the current expansion of its Georgia facility and additional facilities under construction in Texas and Washington.

7-Eleven signs 20-year clean energy agreement in Michigan through DTE Energy’s MIGreenPower program

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022

DTE Energy (NYSE: DTE) and 7-Eleven, Inc. today announced 7-Elevens enrollment in MIGreenPower , DTEs voluntary renewable energy program.

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  • DTE Energy (NYSE: DTE) and 7-Eleven, Inc. today announced 7-Elevens enrollment in MIGreenPower , DTEs voluntary renewable energy program.
  • On an annual basis, MIGreenPower customers have enrolled 2.8 million megawatt hours of clean energy in the program, making it one of the largest voluntary renewable energy programs in the country.
  • DTEs renewable energy portfolio includes more than 50 wind and solar parks generating enough clean energy to power nearly 700,000 homes.
  • Over the next three years, DTE plans to add thousands of megawatts of new renewable energy to meet the continued growth of its MIGreenPower program.

7-Eleven, Inc. Invites Customers To Celebrate the Little Things this National Taco Day

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022

IRVING, Texas, Sept. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 7-Eleven, Inc. is giving customers something to taco 'bout! On October 4, aka National Taco Day, 7-Eleven is inviting 7Rewards® and Speedy Rewards® members to celebrate with 10 mini tacos for just $2*. This irresistible deal is available at participating 7-Eleven®, Speedway®, and Stripes® stores.

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  • On October 4, aka National Taco Day, 7-Eleven is inviting 7Rewards and Speedy Rewards members to celebrate with 10 mini tacos for just $2*.
  • "7-Eleven is here to shell out the good times and appreciate the little things in life, like miniature food items and National Taco Day," said Vareesha Shariff, 7-Eleven Senior Director of Hot Food.
  • "We love showing appreciation for our customers by providing value in creative ways like celebrating a fan-favorite holiday with this tasty bite-sized snack."
  • And because customers deserve to celebrate the little things all day, every day we're not stopping there.

Have No Fear, Pumpkin Spice Season at 7-Eleven is Here

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Friday, August 5, 2022

IRVING, Texas, Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 7-Eleven, Inc. is giving customers pumpkin to talk about…the introduction of its fall coffee drink lineup! To celebrate the unofficial start of fall, 7-Eleven is bringing back two fan-favorite fall brews starting today: the Pumpkin Spice Latte and Pumpkin Spice Coffee. So channel your flannel—because no one does seasonal treats like the world's largest convenience retailer.

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  • To celebrate the unofficial start of fall, 7-Eleven is bringing back two fan-favorite fall brews starting today: the Pumpkin Spice Latte and Pumpkin Spice Coffee.
  • 7-Eleven's Pumpkin Spice Latte combines a classic espresso flavor with savory autumn spices to create a sweet and creamy pumpkin-flavored beverage.
  • Customers can satisfy their sweet tooth with a second pumpkin-flavored drink the Pumpkin Spice Coffee, which blends mild Arabica coffee beans with a sweet pumpkin-y taste.
  • Pumpkin Spice Coffee is now available at participating 7-Eleven locations for a limited time.

Last Call! The Slurpee Day Celebration Wraps Up Today on 7-Eleven's 95th Birthday

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Monday, July 11, 2022

IRVING, Texas, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hip hip hooray! Today is the most wonderful day of the year - aka 7/11, or better known as 7-Eleven, Inc.'s 95th birthday. This means today is the last day of this year's Slurpee Day celebration where customers can enjoy a FREE small Slurpee® drink courtesy of 7-Eleven®, Speedway® and Stripes® stores.

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  • Today is the most wonderful day of the year - aka 7/11, or better known as 7-Eleven, Inc.'s 95th birthday.
  • This means today is the last day of this year's Slurpee Day celebration where customers can enjoy a FREE small Slurpee drink courtesy of 7-Eleven , Speedway and Stripes stores.
  • Still haven't redeemed that free small Slurpee drink or planned on saving it for the big birthday today?
  • Today, July 11, customers who are too busy celebrating to go in-store can enjoy their free Slurpee drink from home via 7NOW delivery .

7-Eleven Heats Up Summer Menu with Hot Honey Boneless Wings

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Wednesday, June 15, 2022

IRVING, Texas, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Summer is heating up at 7-Eleven, Inc! America's largest convenience retailer is delivering sweet, spicy goodness to its summer menu lineup with Hot Honey Boneless Wings. The new signature boneless wing flavor is available at participating 7-Eleven® and Stripes® stores.Whether you're hosting friends or just winging it for lunch, Hot Honey Boneless Wings make the perfect party snack or grab-and-go treat. Made with all white meat chicken covered in a sweet and savory sauce made with real honey, these boneless wings take the flavor train into overdrive. Covered in a sweet honey chili glaze, roasted garlic, and chili pepper, you'll want to go back for seconds (and thirds!). And it wouldn't be a 7-Eleven kickoff without a deal! So go big or go home: snag 16 Boneless Wings, including Hot Honey,—available in-store only at 7-Eleven and Stripes—for $5 for a limited time only*. Sharing is optional, but this sounds like the tastiest way to say "thanks, Dad" this Father's Day."At 7-Eleven, we always look for ways to delight our customers with fun menu items. As summer heats up, we look forward to providing delicious food options that pair perfectly with the warm weather," said Robin Murphy, 7-Eleven Senior Director of Fresh Foods. "These Hot Honey Boneless Wings are reminiscent of outdoor grilling in the summer, and the contrast of sweet and spicy is an ongoing food trend that will satisfy any craving." The deals don't stop there. For a limited time, members of the award-winning 7Rewards® loyalty program—found in the 7-Eleven app offering customers exclusive deals and discounts on their favorite products—can purchase eight boneless wings for $2.99 (you read that right!) at 7-Eleven, Speedway®, and Stripes locations**.  

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  • America's largest convenience retailer is delivering sweet, spicy goodness to its summer menu lineup with Hot Honey Boneless Wings.
  • Whether you're hosting friends or just winging it for lunch, Hot Honey Boneless Wings make the perfect party snack or grab-and-go treat.
  • So go big or go home: snag 16 Boneless Wings, including Hot Honey,available in-store only at 7-Eleven and Stripesfor $5 for a limited time only*.
  • "These Hot Honey Boneless Wings are reminiscent of outdoor grilling in the summer, and the contrast of sweet and spicy is an ongoing food trend that will satisfy any craving."

Waitr Widens Delivery Options, Adds Top Convenience Store 7-Eleven

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Tuesday, June 14, 2022

The new collaboration with 7-Eleven provides more delivery options for its customers, adding a national convenience store to its services to go along with restaurant and grocery delivery.

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  • The new collaboration with 7-Eleven provides more delivery options for its customers, adding a national convenience store to its services to go along with restaurant and grocery delivery.
  • The agreement calls for Waitr, along with Bite Squad and Delivery Dudes, to deliver from more than 700 7-Eleven locations.
  • Waitr, along with Bite Squad and Delivery Dudes, connect local restaurants and grocery stores to diners in underserved U.S. markets.
  • As of March 31, 2022, Waitr, Bite Squad and Delivery Dudes operate in approximately 1,000 cities throughout the United States.

7-Eleven's Latest Evolution Store Opens in Dallas, Texas

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Friday, June 3, 2022

IRVING, Texas, June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 7-Eleven, Inc. has announced the opening of its fifth Evolution Store in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and ninth in the country. Located at the corner of Preston Road and Alpha Road in Dallas, this new location boasts customizable beverage options, a premium cigar humidor and the latest digital innovations in addition to Laredo Taco Company® a popular south Texas restaurant concept known for its authentic flavors of the Texas and Mexico border.

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  • Retailer's Ninth Evolution Store Features Laredo Taco Company, Specialty Coffee Drinks, Mobile Checkout and More
    IRVING, Texas, June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 7-Eleven, Inc. has announced the opening of its fifth Evolution Store in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and ninth in the country.
  • "We're excited to unveil the next iteration of the 7-Eleven Evolution Store in Dallas, offering an assortment of curated products, services and features that are customized to the neighborhood and customers we serve," said Molly Long, 7-Eleven Vice President of Store Evolution and Design.
  • 7-Eleven's Evolution Store concept continues to set a benchmark for convenience retailing, serving as an experiential testing ground for customers to try the brand's latest products and innovations.
  • Approximately 10 to 12 full- and part-time store associates are employed by each 7-Eleven store in the U.S. For more information about jobs with 7-Eleven, visit careers.7-eleven.com or inquire at the store.

Now Open: Ohio's First Laredo Taco Company and Raise the Roost Chicken & Biscuits Restaurants

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Wednesday, March 30, 2022

IRVING, Texas, March 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Residents of the greater Columbus and Cleveland areas can now add Laredo Taco Company® and Raise the Roost® Chicken & Biscuits to their quick-serve restaurant routines. Now officially open to the public, both locations are the first Speedway® stores to feature 7-Eleven, Inc.'s popular restaurant concepts known for serving up hot and delicious Mexican food and hand-breaded chicken.

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  • "We're excited to unveil Ohio's first Laredo Taco Company and Raise the Roost restaurants the first of many to come in the Midwest," said Brad Williams, 7-Eleven Senior Vice President of Corporate Operations and Restaurants.
  • Ohioans can expect more Laredo Taco Company and Raise the Roost Chicken & Biscuits locations to appear across the state in 2022.
  • Follow Laredo Taco Company on Instagram at @laredotacoco and Raise the Roost Chicken & Biscuits at @eatroostchicken .
  • In addition to 7Eleven stores, 7Eleven, Inc. operates and franchises Speedway , Stripes , Laredo Taco Company and Raise the Roost Chicken and Biscuits locations.

Laredo Taco Company Announces "Made Right Here Road Trip" Video Series

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Tuesday, September 28, 2021

"It's a real honor to have your culture represented in the 'Made Right Here Road Trip' series," said Rayo.

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  • "It's a real honor to have your culture represented in the 'Made Right Here Road Trip' series," said Rayo.
  • Laredo Taco Company is set to release a new episode every "Taco Tuesday" throughout the month of October and into November.
  • At Laredo Taco Company, we respect the taco and authentic Mexican recipes and flavors, representing generations of Hispanic traditions and culture."
  • Laredo Taco Company will host a screening and viewing party of the "Made Right Here Road Trip" series throughout the month of October in select cities.