County began planning in May to protect essential services, evaluate capital projects, strengthen reserves, and inform residents

ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla., Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- St. Johns County has been preparing since May for the potential effects of proposed Property Tax Amendment 3, which will appear on the Nov. 3, 2026, General Election ballot.

The County has created a dedicated webpage at sjcfl.us/amendment-3 with an overview of the proposed amendment, estimated effects on County revenue, information about the current allocation of property-tax dollars, and links to official sources.

Led by the County Administrator's Office, staff began a countywide review of services, staffing, contracts, capital projects, and funding sources before the amendment was placed on the ballot. That work has informed the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Recommended Budget and provides the County with a factual basis for planning under either election outcome.

The County does not advocate for or against the amendment. Its responsibility is to provide factual information to residents and prepare for either result.

According to the Florida Office of Economic and Demographic Research, if the amendment passes, St. Johns County could experience estimated property-tax revenue reductions of:

- $68.3 million in FY 2028

- $136.1 million in FY 2029

- $191.6 million in FY 2032

"Preparing now allows us to make thoughtful decisions, protect essential services, avoid committing resources that may not be available in the future, and stay cognizant of any project that could add a recurring cost burden," County Administrator Joy Andrews said. "Our goal is to position St. Johns County to respond responsibly to whichever outcome our voters choose while continuing to serve our residents and protect the County's long-term financial stability."

County Preparation Measures

Since May, County staff have completed:

- A legislative analysis of the state's 2026 property-tax reform package for the Board of County Commissioners.

- A department-level analysis identifying which County services could continue to be funded with property-tax revenue under the amendment and which would need alternative funding.

- A service inventory covering 380 services across 18 departments.

- A review of 1,137 existing fees and several dozen proposed new fees.

- A financial resiliency strategy organized around 10 areas of review, including personnel, contracts, capital projects, replacement schedules, service costs, revenue diversification, alternative service delivery, agreements, reserves, and workforce and service-level impacts.

Based on that review, funding identified for reassessment after the November election includes:

- $4 million associated with current vacant positions.

- $2 million in FY 2027 positions not recommended for funding.

- $2.6 million in recommended but paused FY 2027 positions.

- Approximately $100 million in capital improvement projects placed on hold.

The County is also reviewing service levels and funding priorities, evaluating alternative revenue sources, including a municipal service benefit unit study, and providing residents with factual information about the amendment and its potential effects.

The FY 2027 Recommended Budget includes $31.2 million in emergency response reserves. These reserves strengthen the County's ability to respond to hurricanes, disasters, and other unforeseen emergencies while protecting the continuity of essential services.

The Recommended Budget also includes an additional $30 million in General Fund reserves designated for financial resiliency in response to Amendment 3. The additional reserves would enhance the County's ability to address service reductions, if necessary.

Capital Improvement Project Review

In June, County Administrator Joy Andrews worked with the Capital Improvement Project Oversight Committee to establish consistent criteria for classifying every capital project as continue, pause, or defer while the outcome of the November vote remains unknown.

Using those criteria, the Committee reviewed current and planned capital projects to determine which should proceed, be modified, or be temporarily placed on hold.

The criteria considered life-safety and legal requirements; grant and other external funding; reliance on property taxes; the project's stage of completion and existing investment; community need; and the financial consequences of pausing and restarting work.

"Placing these projects on hold does not mean they have been canceled," said Daniel Whitcraft, Chair of the CIP Oversight Committee. "This financially responsible approach gives us time to evaluate available funding, project priorities, and alternative revenue sources while also considering the recurring staffing, maintenance, and operating costs each completed project would create. After the election, we will reassess the projects using the best available information and recommend a path forward."

Design or limited site work may continue when appropriate so a project can pause at the least disruptive or least costly point. Projects may also be phased, redesigned, supported through alternative funding, or reconsidered alongside higher-priority needs.

Public Information and Budget Hearings

On Sept. 1, the St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners held a FY 2027 Budget Workshop as part of its regular meeting. The presentation is available online.

In addition to the dedicated Proposed Property Tax Amendment 3 webpage at sjcfl.us/amendment-3, the County has additional opportunities for public information and participation:

- Sept. 15: The Board of County Commissioners will hold its final budget adoption hearing at 5:01 p.m. in the County Auditorium, 500 San Sebastian View, St. Augustine. The hearing will provide an opportunity for residents to review the proposed budget and participate in the public hearing process. The County's FY 2027 budget page provides additional information about the final budget hearing.

- Sept. 29: The County will host a Town Hall at 6:30 p.m. in the County Auditorium, 500 San Sebastian View, St. Augustine. The Town Hall will provide information about Amendment 3 and its potential effects on the County budget.

- FY 2027 Budget webpage: The County's annual budgeting process is available at sjcfl.us/2027-budget, reinforcing its commitment to transparency, accountability, and long-term strategic planning.

For more information about Proposed Property Tax Amendment 3, including the proposed changes, estimated County revenue impacts, current property-tax allocations, frequently asked questions, and links to official sources, visit sjcfl.us/amendment-3.

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NEW YORK, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Innventure, Inc. (NASDAQ: INV) between November 17, 2025 and August 13, 2026, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important October 27, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.

So what: If you purchased Innventure securities you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

What to do next: To join the Innventure class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/innventure-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than October 27, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

Why Rosen Law: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered billions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

Details of the case: According to the lawsuit, throughout the Class Period, defendants made materially false and misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Accelsius Holdings LLC's ("Accelsius") alleged transformative deal with DarkNX was unlikely to come to fruition as no evidence of DarkNX constructing or facilitating a large scale AI data center existed; (2) as a result, Innventure's stated revenue and cash flow targets for Accelsius in 2026 were overstated; and (3) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about Innventure's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

To join the Innventure class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/innventure-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.

No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.

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SPARTA, Mich., Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ChoiceOne Financial Services, Inc., and ChoiceOne Bank (NASDAQ: COFS) ("ChoiceOne") are proud to receive the 2026 Habitat for Humanity of Kent County Opportunity Award, recognizing ChoiceOne as a long-term supporter with deep community roots and a vision for building stronger communities for generations to come. Bradley Henion, ChoiceOne Executive Vice President and Chief Lending Officer, recently accepted the award at Habitat for Humanity of Kent County's Annual Habitat House Party.

"As a local community bank, we believe that strong communities begin with people having a safe, stable place to call home," said Henion. "Receiving the Opportunity Award is a tremendous honor for ChoiceOne. It recognizes our longstanding partnership with Habitat for Humanity and, just as importantly, the time, talent and dedication our employees continue to give through volunteerism. We are proud to stand alongside Habitat in helping families achieve the dream of homeownership and creating opportunities for a brighter future."

The Habitat for Humanity of Kent County Opportunity Award honors long-term supporters and partners who have helped build a strong foundation for Habitat's work and advance its impact through homeownership.

"At ChoiceOne, we know that a home is about much more than four walls and a roof — it provides a sense of security, stability and hope for the future," said ChoiceOne Vice President, CRA/Community Development Officer Celeste Spivey. "There is a tremendous need for attainable housing in our communities, particularly as rising housing costs continue to put homeownership out of reach for many families. We are proud to support Habitat for Humanity of Kent County and its mission to help families build not only homes, but stronger and more stable futures. When families have the opportunity to thrive, our entire community becomes stronger."

ChoiceOne's partnership with Habitat for Humanity reflects the Bank's longstanding commitment to investing in the communities it serves. Through financial support and employee volunteerism, ChoiceOne has helped Habitat advance its mission and make a meaningful difference in the lives of local families.

"At ChoiceOne, community banking means being there for our neighbors — not only when they need financial services, but when they need a partner committed to the long-term well-being of the community," said Henion. "We are grateful for the opportunity to work alongside Habitat for Humanity and honored to continue building a legacy of stronger communities, one family and one home at a time."

About Habitat for Humanity of Kent County

Seeking to put God's love into action, Habitat for Humanity of Kent County brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope. We envision a world where everyone has a decent place to live. We commit ourselves to the education of all people connected to Habitat for Humanity of Kent County. We agree to acknowledge why Habitat for Humanity is needed. We respect all opinions and are committed to the process of continuous learning and growth. For more information see https://www.habitatkent.org.

About ChoiceOne

ChoiceOne Financial Services, Inc. is a financial holding company headquartered in Sparta, Michigan, with assets of approximately $4.4 billion, and the parent corporation of ChoiceOne Bank. Member FDIC. ChoiceOne Bank operates 54 offices in West, Central and Southeast Michigan. ChoiceOne Bank offers insurance and investment products through its subsidiary, ChoiceOne Insurance Agencies, Inc. ChoiceOne Financial Services, Inc. common stock is quoted on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol "COFS." For more information, please visit Investor Relations at ChoiceOne's website choiceone.bank.

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Taboola.com Ltd. (TBLA) Shareholders Who Lost Money Have Opportunity to Lead Securities Fraud Lawsuit

BENSALEM, Pa., Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces that investors with substantial losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against Taboola.com Ltd.

IF YOU ARE AN INVESTOR WHO SUFFERED A LOSS IN TABOOLA.COM LTD. (TBLA), CONTACT THE LAW OFFICES OF HOWARD G. SMITH BEFORE OCTOBER 20, 2026 (LEAD PLAINTIFF DEADLINE) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ONGOING SECURITIES FRAUD LAWSUIT.

Contact the Law Offices of Howard G. Smith to discuss your legal rights by email at [email protected], by telephone at (215) 638-4847 or visit our website at www.howardsmithlaw.com.

What Is The Lawsuit About?

The complaint filed in this class action alleges that between May 6, 2026 and August 4, 2026, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, as well as failed to disclose material adverse facts about the Company's business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, Defendants failed to disclose to investors: (1) the Company was seeing an increase in low-quality publishers; (2) as a result, the Company would need to take an aggressive approach to exiting these low-quality publisher relationships, impacting earnings; (3) as a result, the value of the Company's publisher relationships was overstated; and (4) that, as a result of the foregoing, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.

Contact Us To Participate or Learn More:

If you wish to learn more about this class action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to the pending class action lawsuit, please contact:

Howard G. Smith, Esq.,

Law Offices of Howard G. Smith,

3070 Bristol Pike, Suite 112,

Bensalem, Pennsylvania 19020,

Call us at: (215) 638-4847

Email us at: [email protected],

Visit our website at: www.howardsmithlaw.com.

To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action.

This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and ethical rules.

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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz announces that investors with losses related to GoDaddy Inc. (GDDY) have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit.

IF YOU ARE AN INVESTOR WHO SUFFERED A LOSS IN GODADDY INC. (GDDY), CLICK HERE BEFORE OCTOBER 20, 2026 (THE LEAD PLAINTIFF DEADLINE) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ONGOING SECURITIES FRAUD LAWSUIT.

What Is The Lawsuit About?

The complaint filed in this class action alleges that between September 3, 2025 and February 24, 2026, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, as well as failed to disclose material adverse facts about the Company's business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (i) the Company's strategy of focusing on high-intent customers was not working; (ii) Company had implemented a promotional discount for dotcom domains that were likely to and did result in shorter term contracts with smaller valuations; (iii) the Company's institution of a promotional discount on one- year dotcom contracts with shorter terms was already having a material, negative impact on total bookings growth for the fourth quarter of 2025, and in turn the full year 2025; (iv) that, as a result of the foregoing, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.

Contact Us To Participate or Learn More:

If you wish to learn more about this action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to these matters, please contact us.

The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz, 

Email us at: [email protected]

Call us at: 310-914-5007

Visit our website at: www.frankcruzlaw.com

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If you inquire by email, please include your mailing address, telephone number, and number of shares purchased.

To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action.

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Frank R. Cruz,

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In the news release, Aesthetic Management Partners Expands Its Aesthetic Portfolio with ATTIVA® Subdermal Radiofrequency, issued 10-Sept-2026 by Aesthetic Management Partners over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that changes have been made. The complete, corrected release follows, with additional details at the end:

Aesthetic Management Partners Expands Its Aesthetic Portfolio with ATTIVA® Subdermal Radiofrequency

Intelligent tissue-remodeling technology works beneath the surface to support firmer-looking tissue, refined contours, and improved tone and texture.

CORDOVA, Tenn., Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Aesthetic Management Partners (AMP) today announced the addition of ATTIVA®, an intelligent subdermal radiofrequency platform, to its growing portfolio of aesthetic technologies. Designed to work beneath the skin's surface, ATTIVA delivers controlled thermal energy to support tissue remodeling and natural-looking improvements in firmness, definition, tone, and texture.

Developed for treatment of the face, neck, jawline, submental area, and body, ATTIVA offers a minimally invasive, effective option for patients seeking improvement in the look, lines, and feel of their skin, with limited downtime the majority of the time.

"Patients increasingly want meaningful, natural-looking improvements without more extensive procedures," said Erik Dowell, CEO of Aesthetic Management Partners. "ATTIVA does this, by combining precise energy delivery, real-time temperature monitoring, and treatment versatility in one platform. It is especially relevant as significant weight loss creates new demand for solutions that support tissue quality and contour."

"We are pleased to partner with Aesthetic Management Partners to expand access to ATTIVA," said Daniele Morini, Chairman of Tema Medicina S.R.L., Bologna, Italy. "This partnership brings together Tema Medicina's intelligent subdermal radiofrequency technology and AMP's wholistic experience supporting aesthetic practices, creating a strong foundation for ATTIVA's continued growth."

Precision Energy. Intelligent Control.

ATTIVA's Intelligent Radiofrequency (iRF) technology delivers controlled thermal energy through a fine, insulated cannula placed in targeted subdermal tissue. This delivery is designed to produce immediate collagen contraction while supporting progressive collagen and elastin regeneration and improvement in the appearance of firmness, contour, tone, and texture.

Proprietary ATTIVA S.I.H.™ Technology provides dual real-time temperature monitoring. Continuous internal and external thermal feedback supports precise energy delivery and procedural confidence.

A Timely Solution in the GLP-1 Era

As GLP-1 medications help more patients achieve significant weight loss, attention is growing around visible changes that can follow reductions in facial and body volume. By working beneath the surface, ATTIVA supports tissue remodeling and natural-looking contour improvement across multiple areas. Treatment decisions should be individualized by a qualified healthcare professional based on each patient's health, anatomy, goals and weight-loss journey.

Expanding Opportunities for Aesthetic Practices and Current Attiva Practitioners

With one platform for the face, neck, and body, ATTIVA helps practices expand beyond traditional non-invasive offerings and pursue new opportunities in minimally invasive contouring and tissue-quality treatments. Attiva owners, too, can now order their consumables on AMPSHOP ([email protected]).

About Aesthetic Management Partners

Aesthetic Management Partners provides innovative technologies, products and business solutions to aesthetic practices. Through clinical education and practice support, AMP helps providers expand treatment offerings and elevate patient experiences. Visit aestheticmanagementpartners.com.

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Hosted by Cindy Garvey, the new television series offers viewers an insider's perspective on Middle Tennessee real estate while celebrating the people, places, and stories that make the region one of America's most desirable places to call home.

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- REAL Shows Network (RSN), the national television platform dedicated to elevating real estate and lifestyle storytelling, has announced the launch of The Big Picture, a new locally hosted television series featuring Cindy Garvey, Owner and Principal Broker of United Country Real Estate | Leipers Fork.

Produced by REAL Shows Network's Emmy-nominated, Telly Award-winning production team, The Big Picture showcases Middle Tennessee through the perspective of one of the region's most experienced real estate professionals. The series blends exceptional properties, local businesses, community stories, and market expertise into an engaging television experience that celebrates the people and places that make Middle Tennessee extraordinary.

Viewers can learn more about the series and watch episodes of The Big Picture at realshows.tv.

With more than 35 years of experience serving Williamson County and the surrounding Middle Tennessee region, Garvey offers viewers far more than traditional property tours. Each episode explores the stories behind remarkable homes, farms, equestrian properties, recreational land, and luxury estates while introducing audiences to the communities, businesses, organizations, and individuals that define the area's unique character.

Whether highlighting a historic property, touring a countryside estate, visiting a locally owned business, or discussing today's real estate market, The Big Picture paints a complete picture of life in Middle Tennessee, where real estate becomes the gateway to discovering the lifestyle, history, and community that make the region such a special place to live.

Throughout the series, viewers will:

- Tour distinctive homes, luxury estates, farms, equestrian properties, and recreational land throughout Middle Tennessee

- Gain insight into today's real estate market from an experienced local real estate professional

- Discover local businesses, entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and community organizations that help shape the character of Middle Tennessee

- Experience the history, culture, outdoor recreation, and lifestyle that continue to attract buyers, families, and visitors to the region

"Real estate has never been just about buying and selling homes," said Cindy Garvey, host of The Big Picture. "For more than 35 years, I've had the privilege of helping people discover not only remarkable properties, but the communities that make Middle Tennessee such an incredible place to call home. Through The Big Picture, I'm excited to share the stories, people, and places that make this region so unique, while helping viewers understand what makes living here truly special."

The Big Picture is part of REAL Shows Network's growing lineup of locally branded series that highlight communities across the United States.

As part of RSN's national network of locally branded shows, The Big Picture gives Garvey a full 30 minutes to combine trusted real estate expertise with authentic community storytelling. Each episode is designed to educate, inspire, and entertain by exploring not only exceptional properties, but also the businesses, traditions, events, and local personalities that make Middle Tennessee distinctive.

More than a real estate program, The Big Picture is a celebration of Middle Tennessee itself. Through cinematic storytelling, engaging conversations, and Garvey's decades of local knowledge, viewers are invited to experience the region through the eyes of someone who has dedicated her career to helping others find not just a home, but a place to build a life.

High-resolution images and video clips from The Big Picture are available upon request.

About Cindy Garvey

Cindy Garvey is the Owner and Principal Broker of United Country Real Estate | Leipers Fork, where she has spent more than 35 years specializing in luxury homes, farms, recreational land, equestrian properties, and lifestyle real estate throughout Middle Tennessee. Known for her deep local knowledge, commitment to client service, and passion for preserving the character of the communities she serves, Garvey has built her career helping clients discover the properties and lifestyles that make the region unique.

About REAL Shows Network

REAL Shows Network (RSN) is a national TV network for top real estate professionals and influential local leaders, giving select hosts in each market the exclusive opportunity to lead a full 30-minute show that showcases their expertise, partners, and community. Created by an Emmy-nominated, Telly Award-winning production team, RSN delivers cinematic, lifestyle-driven storytelling and strategic media exposure that builds authority, deepens community connection, and elevates positive stories in each market. For more information, visit realshows.tv.

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Industry leaders honored for translating innovation into measurable growth, operational performance and lasting impact across the connected economy

BOSTON and CHICAGO, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Connectbase, the Operating System for Connected Commerce, today announced the 2026 TCWLIVE! Award winners, honoring an exceptional group of organizations and leaders whose results are setting the benchmark for the future of connectivity.

Presented at The Connected World LIVE! (TCWLIVE!), September 8–11 in Chicago, the awards distinguish companies and individuals demonstrating what leadership in Connectivity Commerce looks like in practice. Honorees stand out for turning transformation into tangible outcomes—from accelerating growth and expanding market opportunity to eliminating operational friction, strengthening ecosystems and creating better ways to buy, sell and deliver connectivity.

"These awards recognize the leaders moving our industry from possibility to performance," said Ben Edmond, Founder and CEO of Connectbase. "What distinguishes this year's honorees is execution. They are creating measurable value, challenging established models and demonstrating what becomes possible when data, automation and partnership come together. Their impact reaches beyond their own organizations—they are setting the standard for where Connectivity Commerce goes next."

2026 TCWLIVE! Award Winners

Honorees were selected for demonstrated business impact, execution and leadership across the connected economy, with consideration given to measurable growth, digital transformation, operational performance, ecosystem contribution and the ability to create lasting value for customers and partners.

- Connectivity Commerce Leader Award: Comcast Business

- Business Growth & Acceleration Award: Fidium

- Digital Transformation Excellence Award: AT&T Partner Exchange & Metronet

- Ecosystem Innovation Award: Avant

- Operational Excellence Award: Bridgepointe

- Global Growth Award: Deutsche Telekom

- Emerging Leader Award: Zlinq

- Women in Connectivity Leadership Award: Katie Adams, Spectrum Business

Across eight categories, the TCWLIVE! Awards recognize leadership where it matters most: business impact. Earning a TCWLIVE! Award distinguishes organizations and individuals whose achievements demonstrate not only what is possible today, but what others across the industry will seek to achieve next.

The 2026 honorees represent a standard of leadership defined by outcomes—greater speed, efficiency, growth, collaboration and opportunity across the global connectivity ecosystem.

About Connectbase

Connectbase is the Operating System for Connected Commerce, transforming how the connected world transacts. Built on trusted, location-based intelligence and automated workflows, the Connected World Platform enables buyers, sellers, and channel partners to digitize the entire connectivity lifecycle—from discovery to order—across billions of serviceable locations. Connectbase powers automation, intelligence, and monetization across the global connectivity and AI infrastructure ecosystem.

Visit Connectbase at connectbase.com and follow us on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/connectbase-us/.

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Gabe Venturi

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(508) 202-1807

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Board-certified plastic surgeon says more patients are seeking revision procedures focused on restoring natural proportions through breast implant removal, buttock reduction and autologous fat grafting

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- For decades, many cosmetic surgery trends focused on adding volume. Beverly Hills board-certified plastic surgeon David Sayah, MD, FACS, says he is seeing a notable shift within his own practice: more patients are coming to him seeking to reverse or revise previous augmentation procedures and return to more natural proportions.

Dr. Sayah says breast implant removal, breast revision surgery and buttock reduction are now a regular part of his Beverly Hills surgical practice as more patients seek to restore proportion after previous augmentation.

The shift is particularly noteworthy because national breast implant removal statistics have remained relatively stable. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons' 2024 Plastic Surgery Statistics Report, 41,271 breast implant removal procedures were performed among augmentation patients in 2024, compared with 41,115 in 2023.

"The totals haven't moved dramatically, but the conversations I'm having with patients have," said Dr. Sayah. "Years ago, many consultations began with a discussion about how much volume a patient wanted to add. Today, I increasingly meet patients who want to remove an implant, reduce previous augmentation or restore a more natural proportion. That can be a much more complex surgical problem."

Restoring Shape After Breast Implant Removal

For patients seeking breast implant removal, removing the implant itself may be only one component of treatment. Years of augmentation can affect the breast skin, soft tissue and overall shape. Depending on the patient's anatomy, tissue quality and aesthetic goals, additional procedures may be considered to restore breast position, volume and proportion.

One option for appropriately selected patients is autologous fat grafting, which uses fat harvested from another area of the patient's own body to restore volume without placing another breast implant.

"The goal isn't simply to take something out," Dr. Sayah said. "The more difficult question is how to restore shape and proportion afterward. Sometimes that may involve a breast lift, sometimes fat grafting, and sometimes a combination of techniques tailored to the individual patient."

The approach reflects Dr. Sayah's broader philosophy of plastic surgery, which emphasizes proportion and individualized results rather than treating size or volume as the primary measure of a successful outcome.

BBL Reversal and Buttock Reduction Emerge as Revision Concerns

A similar issue is emerging among patients who previously underwent Brazilian butt lift procedures or other forms of buttock augmentation and now feel their results are too large or disproportionate to the rest of their body.

BBL reversal and buttock reduction have become recognized areas of revision body contouring. A 2025 study published in Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum reviewed 123 patients who underwent BBL revision or buttock reduction between 2018 and 2023. The authors described BBL revision and buttock reduction as an increasingly popular area of body contouring and predicted continued growth in demand for these procedures.

Dr. Sayah continues to perform buttock augmentation for appropriately selected patients but believes the objective should be balanced proportion rather than augmentation for its own sake.

"I still perform fat grafting and buttock augmentation, but the goal should be a result that fits the patient's frame," Dr. Sayah said. "Understanding how these procedures are performed also provides important perspective when evaluating someone who later wants an exaggerated result reduced or revised."

Depending on the patient's previous procedure, anatomy and goals, revision may involve reducing excess fat, contouring surrounding areas, addressing skin laxity or combining techniques to create more balanced proportions.

A Broader Return to Natural Proportions

Dr. Sayah believes the patients he sees for breast implant removal and BBL reversal reflect a broader change in the conversation surrounding cosmetic surgery. Rather than asking primarily how much volume can be added, some patients are now asking how previous augmentation can be reduced or revised while preserving an attractive, natural-looking shape.

Autologous fat grafting can play a role in that approach because it allows a surgeon to use the patient's own tissue to refine contour or restore volume where appropriate.

For breast revision patients, that can mean removing an implant and selectively restoring volume with the patient's own fat. In body contouring, it can mean reducing areas that have become disproportionately large while reshaping surrounding areas to create better balance.

"In many of these consultations, the conversation is no longer about becoming larger," Dr. Sayah said. "It's about getting back to a shape that feels natural and proportionate to the patient's body."

Reversal Surgery Is Not a Return to the Past

Dr. Sayah cautions that reversal surgery cannot simply recreate a patient's appearance before the original augmentation. Skin and soft tissue may have changed after years of carrying additional volume, and the amount of transferred fat that is retained can vary among patients.

For that reason, treatment must be individualized, and some patients may require more than one procedure to achieve their desired result.

"The honest goal is proportion, not turning back the clock," Dr. Sayah said. "Revision surgery requires understanding what has changed anatomically and developing a realistic plan for restoring balance."

About David Sayah, MD, FACS

David Sayah, MD, FACS, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Fellow of the American College of Surgeons practicing in Beverly Hills, California. With more than 26 years of experience, Dr. Sayah specializes in aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery with an emphasis on natural proportions and minimizing visible scarring.

A graduate of the UCLA School of Medicine, Dr. Sayah completed his plastic surgery residency at UCLA Medical Center and received an additional year of advanced training in endoscopic plastic surgery under Dr. Nicanor Isse, a pioneer in the field. Dr. Sayah and Dr. Isse co-authored a chapter on endoscopic facelift and brow lift techniques in The Art of Aesthetic Surgery, and Dr. Sayah has taught endoscopic surgical techniques to other surgeons in courses across the country.

Dr. Sayah's approach combines surgical training with a background in fine arts, proportion and form, with the goal of creating individualized results that complement each patient's natural anatomy.

The Sayah Institute is located at 436 North Bedford Drive, Suite 202, Beverly Hills, CA 90210. The office is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. For more information or to schedule a consultation, call (310) 385-0000 or visit www.drsayah.com.

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Selection builds on PlanetiQ's long-standing relationship with NOAA and adds thermospheric neutral density to its environmental data offerings

GOLDEN, Colo., Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- PlanetiQ, a leading provider of commercial satellite-based environmental data, today announced that it has been selected as an industry partner under NOAA's new Space-Based Environmental Monitoring (SBEM) Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. Through the SBEM IDIQ, PlanetiQ will be eligible to compete for task orders to provide NOAA with two types of commercial environmental data: Global Navigation Satellite System-Radio Occultation (GNSS-RO) observations for atmospheric profiling and ionospheric monitoring, and thermospheric neutral density data for satellite orbit prediction.

The SBEM IDIQ, established by NOAA's National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service (NESDIS) through its Commercial Data Program. The contract has a five-year base period followed by a five-year option and is effective from September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2036.

Under SBEM, PlanetiQ will provide data from its existing satellite constellation as well as additional satellites planned for launch later this year. The company's GNSS-RO observations provide high-resolution atmospheric profiles for numerical weather prediction and measurements of the ionosphere, including Total Electron Content (TEC) and scintillation. PlanetiQ will also introduce thermospheric neutral density data as a new commercial data product for NOAA NESDIS, supporting improved satellite orbit prediction and space-weather applications.

"PlanetiQ has built its business around delivering high-quality GNSS-RO data with the precision needed to improve weather forecasting," said Ira Scharf, CEO of PlanetiQ. "This selection builds on our long-standing partnership with NOAA and expands the ways our data can support the agency, from high-resolution atmospheric and ionospheric observations to thermospheric neutral density for satellite orbit prediction. We look forward to continuing to work with NOAA to advance weather forecasting and space weather applications."

Per NOAA's own press release, NOAA is expanding its procurement and use of new commercial environmental satellite data streams that will enhance weather forecasting and space weather monitoring. The SBEM IDIQ contract is a key part in the agency's ongoing effort to boost U.S. weather forecasting capabilities.

PlanetiQ currently provides GNSS-RO data to NOAA NESDIS under the agency's previous commercial data contract vehicle. The company's most recent task order, announced in August, provides GNSS-RO and ionospheric data and bridges the transition to the new SBEM contract.

About PlanetiQ

PlanetiQ provides the highest-quality GNSS radio occultation (RO) data available from a commercial constellation of satellites, offering unmatched temporal and spatial resolution. The data drive accurate, high-impact weather and climate forecast models, helping improve Numerical Weather Prediction and AI forecasts, safeguard lives and property from severe weather. In 2025, PlanetiQ was awarded NOAA's largest-ever contract for satellite weather data, valued at $24.3 million. PlanetiQ is a space-tech company that serves the most mission-critical government, defense, and industry leaders, including international weather agencies, enabling more resilient operations across sectors. Founded in 2015 and privately owned, PlanetiQ designs, builds, and operates the preeminent commercial constellation of GNSS-RO satellites, setting the standard for precision and reliability in atmospheric monitoring. For more information, contact [email protected]

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