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( ) shares are rocketing out of the gates on Tuesday morning. At the time of writing, the battery materials and technology company's shares are up 16% to 68 cents. Why are Novonix shares rocketing? Investors have been buying the company's shares this morning after it made a . According to the release, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has conditionally committed a direct loan of up to US$754.8 million (~A$1.2 billion) to be applied towards partially financing a proposed new facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The release notes that the proposed financing is being offered under the DOE Loan Programs Office's Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing (ATVM) Loan Program. The Chattanooga facility will manufacture synthetic graphite primarily for use in electric vehicle (EV) batteries. At full capacity, the new facility is expected to produce approximately 31,500 tonnes per annum (tpa) of synthetic graphite. This can support the production of lithium-ion batteries for approximately 325,000 EVs each year. Management highlights that China currently has over 95% market share for battery grade graphite. The new facility is expected to reach full production capacity by the end of 2028 and is anticipated to create 450 full-time operational jobs and 500 construction jobs. 'Another critical milestone' Novonix's CEO, Dr. Chris Burns, was very pleased with the news, highlighting that it is another major milestone. He said: This announcement is the culmination of years of hard work and is another critical milestone for our anode materials business towards our target production of 150,000 tpa in North America. This conditional commitment from the government to invest in our new facility continues to underscore the focus on localizing critical materials in the battery supply chain, such as graphite. Recent announcements from China to further scrutinize the export of battery-grade graphite to the United States highlight the importance of domestic production of high-performance, battery-grade synthetic graphite. Our offtake agreements with strong partners have strengthened our leadership in onshoring the synthetic graphite supply chain in North America and supporting the path towards U.S. energy independence. What's next? As mentioned at the top, this funding is conditional. The release notes that the DOE must complete an environmental review, and the company must satisfy certain technical, commercial, legal, environmental, and financial conditions before the DOE can decide whether to enter into definitive financing documents and fund the loan. A binding loan agreement from DOE will also be subject to the satisfactory completion of due diligence by DOE, satisfaction of conditions precedent specified in the term sheet, approval of the Novonix board, receipt of required governmental and third-party consents, and the negotiation and execution of binding loan documents.Volleyball: ETBU women open NCAA tourney with Allegheny sweep

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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — First it was Canada , then the Panama Canal . Now, Donald Trump again wants Greenland . The president-elect is renewing unsuccessful calls he made during his first term for the U.S. to buy Greenland from Denmark, adding to the list of allied countries with which he's picking fights even before taking office on Jan. 20. In a Sunday announcement naming his ambassador to Denmark, Trump wrote that, “For purposes of National Security and Freedom throughout the World, the United States of America feels that the ownership and control of Greenland is an absolute necessity." Trump again having designs on Greenland comes after the president-elect suggested over the weekend that the U.S. could retake control of the Panama Canal if something isn't done to ease rising shipping costs required for using the waterway linking the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. He's also been suggesting that Canada become the 51st U.S. state and referred to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as “governor” of the “Great State of Canada.” Stephen Farnsworth, a political science professor at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Virginia, said Trump tweaking friendly countries harkens back to an aggressive style he used during his days in business. “You ask something unreasonable and it’s more likely you can get something less unreasonable,” said Farnsworth, who is also author of the book “Presidential Communication and Character.” Greenland, the world’s largest island, sits between the Atlantic and Arctic oceans. It is 80% covered by an ice sheet and is home to a large U.S. military base. It gained home rule from Denmark in 1979 and its head of government, Múte Bourup Egede, suggested that Trump’s latest calls for U.S. control would be as meaningless as those made in his first term. “Greenland is ours. We are not for sale and will never be for sale,” he said in a statement. “We must not lose our years-long fight for freedom.” The Danish Prime Minister’s Office said in its own statement that the government is “looking forward to welcoming the new American ambassador. And the Government is looking forward to working with the new administration.” “In a complex security political situation as the one we currently experience, transatlantic cooperation is crucial,” the statement said. It noted that it had no comment on Greenland except for it “not being for sale, but open for cooperation.” Trump canceled a 2019 visit to Denmark after his offer to buy Greenland was rejected by Copenhagen, and ultimately came to nothing . He also suggested Sunday that the U.S. is getting “ripped off” at the Panama Canal. “If the principles, both moral and legal, of this magnanimous gesture of giving are not followed, then we will demand that the Panama Canal be returned to the United States of America, in full, quickly and without question,” he said. Panama President José Raúl Mulino responded in a video that “every square meter of the canal belongs to Panama and will continue to,” but Trump fired back on his social media site, “We’ll see about that!” The president-elect also posted a picture of a U.S. flag planted in the canal zone under the phrase, “Welcome to the United States Canal!” The United States built the canal in the early 1900s but relinquished control to Panama on Dec. 31, 1999, under a treaty signed in 1977 by President Jimmy Carter . The canal depends on reservoirs that were hit by 2023 droughts that forced it to substantially reduce the number of daily slots for crossing ships. With fewer ships, administrators also increased the fees that shippers are charged to reserve slots to use the canal. The Greenland and Panama flareups followed Trump recently posting that “Canadians want Canada to become the 51st State" and offering an image of himself superimposed on a mountaintop surveying surrounding territory next to a Canadian flag. Trudeau suggested that Trump was joking about annexing his country, but the pair met recently at Trump's Mar-a-Lago club in Florida to discuss Trump's threats to impose a 25% tariff on all Canadian goods. “Canada is not going to become part of the United States, but Trump’s comments are more about leveraging what he says to get concessions from Canada by putting Canada off balance, particularly given the precarious current political environment in Canada,” Farnsworth said. “Maybe claim a win on trade concessions, a tighter border or other things.” He said the situation is similar with Greenland. “What Trump wants is a win," Farnsworth said. "And even if the American flag doesn’t raise over Greenland, Europeans may be more willing to say yes to something else because of the pressure.” Associated Press writers Gary Fields in Washington and Geir Moulson in Berlin contributed to this report.Surgical Innovations Group (LON:SUN) Share Price Crosses Below Two Hundred Day Moving Average – What’s Next?

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The House Ethics Committee has just released its report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz that includes an array of shocking findings, including that the Florida representative paid multiple women , including a 17-year-old girl, for sex, as well as purchased and used illegal drugs. The committee concluded that Gaetz violated multiple state laws related to sexual misconduct while in office, including the state’s statutory rape law. “The Committee determined there is substantial evidence that Representative Gaetz violated House Rules and other standards of conduct prohibiting prostitution, statutory rape, illicit drug use, impermissible gifts, special favors or privileges, and obstruction of Congress,” panel investigators wrote. While ethics reports have previously been released after a member’s resignation, it is extremely rare. Gaetz has repeatedly denied all wrongdoing, and on Monday filed a lawsuit seeking to block the report’s release, saying it contains “untruthful and defamatory information” that would “significantly damage” his “standing and reputation in the community.” Matt Gaetz withdraws from consideration for attorney general citing 'distraction' to Trump transition House Ethics Committee made 'no agreement' on releasing Matt Gaetz report after meeting The release of the report comes after at least one Republican joined all five Democrats on the panel earlier this month in a secret vote to release the report about their former colleague despite initial opposition from GOP lawmakers, including House Speaker Mike Johnson, to publishing findings about a former member of Congress, the Associated Press reported. Here are the five most shocking findings in the House report on Gaetz: The report states that between 2017-2020, Gaetz paid "tens of thousands of dollars" across at least 20 occasions to women that the committee determined "were likely in connection with sexual activity and/or drug use." The committee found that the sexual encounters were often organized by his friend Joel Greenberg, a former Seminole County tax collector who is serving an 11-year prison sentence for underage sex trafficking, and wire fraud. Greenberg, who cooperated with federal investigators, said he set up the rendezvous through the website SeekingArrangement.com “Mr. Greenberg told the Committee that Representative Gaetz was aware that the women they had sex with and paid had met Mr. Greenberg through the ‘sugar dating’ website,” the panel wrote. The report said Gaetz made payment to women using multiple platforms, including PayPal, Venmo and CashApp. The report states many of the women interviewed "were clear that there was a general expectation of sex" and text messages show Gaetz would ask the women "to bring drugs to their rendezvous". “Nearly every young woman that the Committee interviewed confirmed that she was paid for sex by, or on behalf of, Representative Gaetz,” the panel wrote. One woman "said that she brought cocaine to at least one event with Representative Gaetz and that she witnessed him taking cocaine or ecstasy on at least five occasions," the report reads. After Gaetz’s attempt to block the release of the report failed, he began posting excerpts of testimony from the women he was found to have paid for sex on social media. He highlighted that one woman said she never "charged" money, but was simply given money. “Giving funds to someone you are dating — that they didn’t ask for — and that isn’t ‘charged’ for sex is now prostitution?!?” he wrote in one post. “There is a reason they did this to me in a Christmas Eve-Eve report and not in a courtroom of any kind where I could present evidence and challenge witnesses.” One of the sexual encounters during that time period involved a 17-year-old girl, the committee said. The woman told the committee she had sex with Gaetz twice at a July 2017 party when she was 17. “The Committee received testimony that Victim A and Representative Gaetz had sex twice during the party, including at least once in the presence of other party attendees,” the committee wrote. “Victim A recalled receiving $400 in cash from Representative Gaetz that evening, which she understood to be payment for sex. At the time, she had just completed her junior year of high school.” The then-17-year-old did not tell Gaetz she was a minor at the time, and he did not ask her age, the committee found. The committee did not receive any evidence Gaetz was aware of her age. The woman told congressional investigators she was under the influence of ecstasy at the party and that she recalled seeing Gaetz use cocaine at the party. Gaetz has denied having sex with a minor. “I NEVER had sexual contact with someone under 18,” the Florida Republican wrote on X last week. “Any claim that I have would be destroyed in court - which is why no such claim was ever made in court. The committee investigation also focused on September 2018 trip to the Bahamas, in which they say Gaetz violated the House Gift Rule, a set of rules for members of the House of Representatives regarding gifts, benefits, and hospitality The report said that for that trip Gaetz accepted gifts of transportation and lodging in excess of permissible amounts. Gaetz traveled to the Bahamas with two other men and six women. He flew to the Bahamas on a commercial airline but returned on a private plane, the committee found. “The attendees stated that this was a social trip — they sunbathed, chartered a boat, and went to dinners and to a casino as a group. Representative Gaetz engaged in sexual activity with at least four of the women on the trip,” the committee wrote. Committee investigators concluded that between 2017 to 2020, Gaetz “used or possessed illegal drugs, including cocaine and ecstasy, on multiple occasions.” “There is substantial evidence that Representative Gaetz used cocaine, ecstasy, and marijuana. At least two women saw Representative Gaetz using cocaine and ecstasy at different events,” the committee wrote. “Additionally, nearly every witness interviewed observed Representative Gaetz using marijuana.” The committee wrote that Gaetz appeared to set up a “pseudonymous e-mail account from his House office in the Capitol complex for the purpose of purchasing marijuana.” Gaetz denied using illicit drugs in written correspondence to the committee, the report said. He also categorically stated to the committee that the allegations he “may have engaged in sexual misconduct including violations of federal laws relating to sex trafficking and state laws relating to prostitution and statutory rape,” were “false” Gaetz also repeatedly denied having ever paid for sex, but when given the opportunity to put that assertion in writing Gaetz refused to respond, asserting that “asking about [his] sexual history as a single man with adult women is a bridge too far," according to the report. Gaetz did broadly address the allegation that he engaged in sexual activity with a minor in a Sept. 2024 letter to the Committee, writing: “Your correspondence of September 4 asks whether I have engaged in sexual activity with any individual under 18. The answer to this question is unequivocally NO. You can apply this response to every version of this question, in every forum.” The Committee said they found substantial evidence that Gaetz attempted to obstruct the Committee’s investigation into his wrongdoings by withholding relevant information, providing irrelevant documents in an overall effort to delay the investigation. "Representative Gaetz pointed to evidence that would “exonerate” him yet failed to produce any such materials," the report said. "Gaetz continuously sought to deflect, deter, or mislead the Committee in order to prevent his actions from being exposed." This was most notable in regards to the Committee’s specific requests regarding the Bahamas trip. The committee said Gaetz intentionally withheld information relating to his return trip via private plane. "Representative Gaetz clearly understood that he had acted contrary to House Rules by accepting private plane travel but chose to try to cover up his actions rather than comply with the Committee’s request," the report said. "Despite asserting he wanted an opportunity to address the allegations against him Gaetz declined to provide testimony voluntarily and did not appear when subpoenaed." The committee said that Gaetz was given ample time to review and produce documents requested at various points in the Committee’s investigation, but he chose to hand over documents that were largely irrelevant from time periods after most of the relevant conduct occurred. DAILY NEWSLETTER: Sign up here to get the latest news and updates from the Mirror US straight to your inbox with our FREE newsletter.

( MENAFN - EQS Group) EQS Newswire / 17/12/2024 / 11:22 UTC+8 BERLIN, GERMANY - December 17, 2024 - (SeaPRwire ) - MYNE Homes, a Berlin-based property tech startup that recently secured €40 million in funding, is proud to introduce its co-ownership model for premium holiday homes across Europe. Through its platform, multiple co-owners can purchase shares in luxury properties, with prices starting at €99,000, while enjoying comprehensive property management and maintenance services. MYNE Homes goal is to increase access to holiday home ownership and with it make holiday investible. According to market studies, over 50% of people dream of owning their own holiday property, with only 2% being able to make that dream come true. MYNE Homes' co-ownership model solves challenges in the holiday home market, such as high costs, underutilization and complicated property management. It enables two to eight co-owners to share a single property, increasing access to luxury holiday home ownership whilst reducing costs and promoting better yearly property use. Fabian Loehmer, Co-Founder and Managing Director of MYNE Homes, said, "Our home co-ownership model aims to broaden access to premium holiday home ownership. In light of higher interest rates there is a growing interest in a more economical way of owning holiday properties for owner-occupation and rental." The MYNE Homes platform features properties across eight European countries, including locations in Spain, France, Italy, the Austrian Alps, Portugal, Croatia and Sweden. The company intends to add properties in more European destinations in the coming months. A central feature of the MYNE Homes co-ownership model is its management and maintenance service. The company oversees all aspects of property ownership, from acquisition and renovation to maintenance and legal matters. This service allows co-owners to enjoy holiday home ownership and use without property management responsibilities. MYNE Homes has also created an app for coordination among home co-owners to manage reservations and request concierge services. MYNE co-owners can also access other properties in the MYNE network as part of an exchange program. Nikolaus Thomale, Co-Founder and Managing Director, said, "Our end-to-end technology-based solution combined with premium service level distinguishes MYNE Homes in the home co-ownership market. Our app and scheduling system offers a practical experience that meets modern homeowners' needs." The launch of MYNE Homes' model coincides with growing global interest in co-ownership. Spearheaded in 2020 by American unicorn Pacaso, co-ownership is now trending globally and experiencing strong growth in demand across Europe. At a time of inflation and rising interest rates, co-ownership offers a compelling cost-benefit ratio for holiday property ownership. Notably, MYNE recently raised €40 million in a Series A funding round led by Limestone Capital, the most significant financing round in the European property tech sector for 2024. This funding will support the company's expansion into new markets and further developing its technology platform. Co-ownership models like MYNE Homes' offer make holiday home ownership more accessible in a market characterised by rising prices and growing demand for more flexible and economical property ownership and investment solutions. For more information about MYNE Homes and its home co-ownership opportunities, visit About Myne Homes MYNE Homes is a Berlin-based property tech startup offering a new model for holiday home ownership through co-ownership. Founded in 2021 by serial entrepreneurs Fabian Loehmer and Nikolaus Thomale, MYNE Homes now offers co-owned luxury properties in the most sought-after destinations in seven European countries. The company's platform uses advanced technology and management services to simplify the ownership experience. MYNE Homes promotes sustainable and economical property use in the European holiday-home market. Contact information Brand: MYNE Homes Contact: Benjamin Moller Butcher Email: ... Website: 17/12/2024 Dissemination of a Financial Press Release, transmitted by EQS News. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Media archive at MENAFN16122024004691010666ID1109000122 Legal Disclaimer: MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.

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TORONTO - Canada’s main stock index pushed higher to end Monday up almost 150 points on light trading action, while U.S. stock markets also gained ahead of the Christmas break. “Today is a quiet pre-Christmas Day of trading,” said Kevin Burkett, a portfolio manager at Victoria, B.C.-based Burkett Asset Management. While markets in both Canada and the U.S. were mild, Burkett suggests watching the markets closely during the holiday season, a contrast to what’s typically a sleepy period for markets. “We’re continuing to watch markets very closely here because you’ve got some tectonic plate shifting in terms of the macroeconomic backdrop,” he said. “It’s all the political conversations both in Canada and in the U.S.” Burkett added fiscal policy seems to be disconnected from monetary policy in the post-pandemic period. “The fiscal policy may shift and that shift absolutely has market implications both in the short and long term,” he said. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 149.50 points at 24,748.98. Statistics Canada released its latest numbers on Canada’s economic growth, up 0.3 per cent in October — driven by the mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction sector. The loonie continued its slide, trading for 69.47 cents US compared with 69.61 cents US on Friday. The telecom sector was the biggest loser at the closing on TSX, which Burkett attributed to “tax loss selling happening at the end of the year.” Competition Bureau Canada announced on Monday it was suing Rogers Communications Inc. for allegedly making misleading claims about its infinite wireless plans. The stock price for Rogers, which is hovering near 52-week lows, fell 0.7 per cent on Monday. Meanwhile, BCE was down almost 1.4 per cent and Telus dropped 0.9 per cent. Burkett suggested the day’s poor performance among telecom companies was likely tax loss selling since it’s almost the end of the year. “It’s been a tough year for the communication services sector,” he said. South of the border, communications services was the top-performing sector, led by large-cap tech companies. Several big technology companies helped support the gains, including chip companies Nvidia and Broadcom. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was up 66.69 points at 42,906.95. The S&P 500 index was up 43.22 points at 5,974.07, while the Nasdaq composite was up 192.29 points at 19,764.89. The February crude oil contract was down 22 cents at US$69.24 per barrel and the February natural gas contract was down six cents at US$3.35 per mmBTU. The February gold contract was down US$16.90 at US$2,628.20 an ounce and the March copper contract was down one cent at US$4.09 a pound. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 23, 2024. Companies in this story: (TSX: GSPTSE, TSX: CADUSD, TSE: BCE, TSE: RCI. B)EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — If the Giants' franchise-record 10th straight loss proved anything, it's that New York could use a young franchise quarterback. Rookie Michael Penix Jr. showed what a young QB can do on Sunday against the Giants, who need to learn from it. The No. 8 overall pick in the draft, Penix played a nearly flawless game in his first career start to help the Falcons thrash the woeful Giants 34-7 in their best performance in weeks. The Giants gambled in 2019 that Daniel Jones would be their franchise QB and it really never panned out. The one exception was the 2022 season, when the No. 6 overall pick had a career year and led New York to a 9-7-1 record and a playoff berth in the first season after Joe Schoen was hired as general manager and Brian Daboll was named coach. The Giants even won a playoff game. With the release of Jones last month, the Giants (2-13) are now a team without a quarterback who can perform at the level required of an NFL starter. Tommy DeVito and Drew Lock have split the last four starts but neither has provided much of a spark for the league's worst offense. Lock handed the Falcons the game with two interceptions that were returned for touchdowns. To turn things around next season, the Giants must find a quarterback. “I’d say it’s very important,” Daboll said Monday. New York is going to have a high pick in the draft in Green Bay, Wisconsin, in late April. It could even be the No. 1 overall selection. Choosing the right quarterback is going to be hard. There isn't a can't-miss choice in 2025 draft and forcing one early would be a mistake. Unless the Giants are convinced that Cam Ward, Shedeur Sanders, Jalen Milroe or someone else is the next franchise player, they have have so many needs that it would be better to wheel and deal and fill as many holes as possible. Even if the Giants take a quarterback in the second round, there's bound to be someone available who has a chance to be better than what they have now. The calendar. The season ends in less than two weeks. The franchise is in disarray, and a shakeup appears likely. Daboll's future as the coach is not bright, considering the current skid and two straight losing seasons. Schoen has to share the blame and so do co-owners John Mara and Steve Tisch, who hired the GM and coach. LB Darius Muasau. The sixth-round draft pick out of UCLA has started the last three games since Bobby Okereke (back) was hurt and eventually put on injured reserve last week. Muasau had 11 tackles Sunday along with a quarterback hit and a tackle for a loss. 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France's Macron announces fourth government of the yearNorth Branch, MN, Dec. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tim Davis, a seasoned entrepreneur, has turned his family into a powerhouse team at the North Branch Dickey’s Barbecue Pit . With Tim and his wife Sue at the helm, their son Seth as General Manager, and their daughter Hannah leading marketing efforts, the Davis family has transformed their location into a cornerstone of the community since opening in April 2024. “Our family dynamic is the foundation of our success,” said Tim Davis, franchisee. “Everyone brings their strengths to the table, and together we’re building something we’re incredibly proud of—not just for us, but for our community.” Tim and Sue Davis purchased the North Branch location after seeing it as the perfect opportunity to combine their entrepreneurial spirit with a love for great barbecue. With a background that includes real estate franchises and other business ventures, Tim saw something unique in Dickey’s. “The decision to join Dickey’s wasn’t just about the product—it was about the people,” said Tim. “The Dickey’s corporate team provided unwavering support throughout the process, from training to daily operations. That personal touch made all the difference.” The Davis family has made their Dickey’s location a testament to collaboration and teamwork. Seth Davis, General Manager: With a passion for food and smoking meats, Seth has become the driving force behind the kitchen operations. Hannah Davis, Marketing Director: Leveraging her business and marketing degree, Hannah has taken the lead in connecting with the community through events, promotions, and catering. “Dad handles the business, Seth focuses on the food, and I handle the marketing,” said Hannah Davis. “It’s a perfect balance. We each bring something unique, and that collaboration is what makes this work.” Sue Davis, a school principal, also contributes by helping with catering deliveries and providing strategic input. Together, the Davis family is creating a legacy of quality barbecue and community involvement. Like any business, the journey hasn’t been without challenges. From navigating equipment repairs to managing labor costs, the Davis family has tackled each hurdle with determination and support from the Dickey’s team. “You learn quickly that financial discipline and adaptability are key,” said Tim. “Dickey’s provides the resources and guidance we need to overcome obstacles and continue growing.” The Dickey’s system has been instrumental in helping the Davis family succeed. “Dickey’s commitment to quality and tradition is what sets the brand apart,” said Tim. “From the smoking process to the customer service, everything is designed to ensure an excellent experience.” Roland Dickey, Jr. , CEO of Dickey’s Capital Group , praised the family’s efforts. “The Davis family embodies the spirit of Dickey’s—hardworking, innovative, and community-focused,” he said. “Their ability to create a welcoming environment while staying true to our brand’s values is exactly what makes our franchisees so successful.” For the Davis family, their Dickey’s isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a gathering place for the North Branch community. They’ve prioritized building relationships with their neighbors and supporting local events, making Dickey’s a true community hub. “We’re here to serve more than just barbecue—we’re here to serve people,” said Hannah Davis. “Our goal is to create memories and make every guest feel like part of the family.” Laura Rea Dickey , CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc., highlighted the family’s impact. “The Davis family represents what makes Dickey’s so special,” she said. “They’ve seamlessly blended entrepreneurial vision with the heart of a family business, creating an experience that resonates with their guests and their community.” As the Davis family continues to grow their business, they remain committed to upholding Dickey’s values of quality, community, and tradition. “Our journey with Dickey’s is about more than just business,” said Tim. “It’s about creating a legacy for our family and a gathering place for our community. With the support of Dickey’s, we’re excited for what the future holds.” About Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. Founded in 1941 by The Dickey Family, Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. is the world’s largest barbecue concept and continues as a third-generation family-run business. For over 80 years, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has served millions with its signature Legit. Texas. Barbecue.TM Slow-smoked over hickory wood-burning pits, Dickey’s barbecued meats are paired with a variety of southern sides. Committed to authentic barbecue, Dickey’s never takes shortcuts—because real barbecue can’t be rushed. With over 866 restaurants across eight concepts in the U.S. and several countries, Dickey’s Barbecue Franchise and Dickey’s Restaurant Brands continues to grow under the leadership of Roland Dickey, Jr., CEO of Dickey’s Capital Group, and Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, Inc. Dickey’s has been recognized on Newsweek’s 2022 "America’s Favorite Restaurant Chains" list, Nation’s Restaurant News 2024 top fast-casual brands for value, and USA Today’s 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards. The brand has also ranked in the Top 20 of Fast Casual’s “Top 100 Movers and Shakers” for four of the past five years. Additional accolades include Entrepreneur's Top 500 Franchise and Hospitality Technology’s Industry Heroes list. The brand has been featured by Fox News, Forbes, Franchise Times, The Wall Street Journal, and People Magazine . For more information, visit www.dickeys.com . For information about becoming a franchise partner, visit www.dickeysfranchise.com . Attachment Hannah Davis, Seth Davis, Tim Davis and Sue Davis in front of the North Branch

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