Dayton Daily News

Flying Ace Express Car Wash Expands Footprint with Two New Dayton Area Locations

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

DAYTON, Ohio, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Flying Ace Express Car Wash, the Miami Valley's premier express car wash, is thrilled to announce its continued growth with the groundbreaking of two new locations in the Dayton, OH area.

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  • DAYTON, Ohio, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Flying Ace Express Car Wash, the Miami Valley's premier express car wash, is thrilled to announce its continued growth with the groundbreaking of two new locations in the Dayton, OH area.
  • The groundbreaking of these respective washes expands the Flying Ace Express Car Wash brand to 16 car washes in the Greater Dayton area; a significant milestone in Flying Ace Express Car Wash's mission to provide top-tier car wash services to the Dayton community.
  • Key features of the new Flying Ace Express Car Wash locations:
    7730 Brandt Pike in Dayton: This location will feature cutting-edge car wash technology, including the popular express wash options and free vacuums.
  • "We are excited to expand our presence in the Dayton area with these new car wash locations," said John Roush, CEO of Express Wash Concepts, the parent company of Flying Ace Express Car Wash. "We look forward to continuing our investment in the Dayton community.

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Names Leroy Chapman Jr. as Editor in Chief

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

ATLANTA, March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leroy Chapman Jr. has been named editor in chief of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, succeeding longtime Editor Kevin Riley, who announced his retirement Thursday. As the organization's top news executive and first Black editor in chief in the newspaper's 155-year history, Chapman will oversee the newsgathering, programming, features, and opinion teams as well as the editorial teams responsible for video, audio, newsletters and events.  Chapman will report to AJC President and Publisher Andrew Morse.

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  • Kevin Riley to retire after 12 years in role, 40 years in Media
    ATLANTA, March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leroy Chapman Jr. has been named editor in chief of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, succeeding longtime Editor Kevin Riley, who announced his retirement Thursday.
  • He will assume the role of editor at large during a transition period.
  • "Leroy Chapman is an outstanding journalist, an inspirational leader, and an innovative thinker," Morse said.
  • "We are lucky to have him leading our newsroom as we transform the AJC into a modern media company at the center of life in Atlanta.

Dayton, OH Selects GovDeals to Sell 18 Vacant City-Owned Residential Lots

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Friday, August 19, 2022

DAYTON, Ohio, Aug. 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The city of Dayton, OH has selected GovDeals to offer 18 vacant residential lots for sale to the public.

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  • DAYTON, Ohio, Aug. 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The city of Dayton, OH has selected GovDeals to offer 18 vacant residential lots for sale to the public.
  • The properties are available for viewing on GovDeals now and bidding will be open from September 1st to September 30th.
  • These are the first real estate auctions from Dayton, OH, and they plan to offer additional residential properties over the next year.
  • The city has previously used the GovDeals platform to sell other city-owned surplus.

Cox Enterprises Acquires Axios Media Inc.

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Monday, August 8, 2022

ATLANTA, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cox Enterprises announced the acquisition of Axios Media Inc., a company dedicated to delivering vital, trustworthy news and analysis in the most efficient ways possible. Cox Enterprises has a long history in media and is committed to scaling and expanding Axios into more cities, covering more national topics and more premium niches for professionals. This acquisition follows a previous investment by Cox Enterprises in the fall of 2021 and is part of Cox's ongoing goal to grow and diversify the company.

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  • ATLANTA, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Cox Enterprises announced the acquisition of Axios Media Inc., a company dedicated to delivering vital, trustworthy news and analysis in the most efficient ways possible.
  • Cox Enterprises has a long history in media and is committed to scaling and expanding Axios into more cities, covering more national topics and more premium niches for professionals.
  • "With so much happening in the world, Axios plays a critical role in delivering balanced, trusted news that people need," said Cox Enterprises Chairman and CEO Alex Taylor, who will join the Axios board.
  • Cox Enterprises is dedicated to building a better future through our leading communications, automotive and media companies.

Donna B. Hall, Publisher of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, to Retire in April

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Tuesday, March 1, 2022

Hall, publisher of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC) owned by Cox Enterprises, today announced she will retire at the end of April.

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  • Hall, publisher of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC) owned by Cox Enterprises, today announced she will retire at the end of April.
  • Hall has been with the company for 35 years and was named publisher ofthe AJC,Dayton Daily News and Cox's other Ohio newspapersin 2019.
  • "I want to thank everyone I've worked with for all they've done to help make us successful.
  • Before her time as publisher, Hall was the vice president of marketing, radio and newspaper operations for Cox Media Group (CMG).

Cox Donates Computers to Students Nationwide

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Wednesday, August 12, 2020

ATLANTA, Aug. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The James M. Cox Foundation has awarded a $100,000 grant to PCs for People, a nonprofit that will provide discounted computers to low-income families across Cox's footprint nationwide.

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  • ATLANTA, Aug. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The James M. Cox Foundation has awarded a $100,000 grant to PCs for People, a nonprofit that will provide discounted computers to low-income families across Cox's footprint nationwide.
  • Cox has partnered with the organization to expand access to affordable computers for families enrolled in its Connect2Compete program, which provides low-cost home internet service.
  • "Cox is committed to supporting K-12 students in our Connect2Compete program, whether they are learning inside the classroom or in their homes during this pandemic," said Pat Esser, president and chief executive officer of Cox Communications.
  • Cox Communications is the largest division of Cox Enterprises, a family-owned business founded in 1898 by Governor James M. Cox.

Cox Communications Helps Keep Kids Engaged in Academics this Summer with New Virtual Programming from Boys & Girls Clubs of America

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Monday, June 29, 2020

ATLANTA, June 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Cox Communications today announced a $100,000 grant from the James M. Cox Foundation to the Boys & Girls Club of America (BGCA).

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  • ATLANTA, June 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Cox Communications today announced a $100,000 grant from the James M. Cox Foundation to the Boys & Girls Club of America (BGCA).
  • Now, MyFuture will also be available to students participating in the Cox Connect2Compete program as part of the company's Digital Academy .
  • "Joining forces with the Boys & Girls Club and integrating our digital learning tools opens the door for more kids that need digital learning this summer."
  • Cox Communications is the largest division of Cox Enterprises, a family-owned business founded in1898 by Governor James M. Cox.

Jana Collier Named Publisher of New Cox Ohio Newspapers

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Monday, March 2, 2020

ATLANTA, March 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Cox Enterprises has named Jana Collier publisher of Cox's Ohio newspapers, which include the Dayton Daily News, the Springfield News-Sun and the Journal-News.

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  • ATLANTA, March 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Cox Enterprises has named Jana Collier publisher of Cox's Ohio newspapers, which include the Dayton Daily News, the Springfield News-Sun and the Journal-News.
  • Collier recently served as vice president of Content at CMG Ohio, before stepping in as the interim executive editor and operations leader of the Ohio newspapers.
  • "The future is bright for the Ohio newspapers and I'm excited to drive their success forward with the support of Cox Enterprises," said Collier.
  • Collier will report to Donna Hall, publisher of Cox-owned The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, to position the newspapers for the future and continue to serve the Ohio community.

James M. Cox Foundation Grants $6 Million To Atlanta's PATH Foundation

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Monday, September 30, 2019

ATLANTA, Sept. 30, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The James M. Cox Foundation announced a $6 million grant to support Atlanta's PATH Foundation.

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  • ATLANTA, Sept. 30, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The James M. Cox Foundation announced a $6 million grant to support Atlanta's PATH Foundation.
  • Since PATH's inception, the James M. Cox Foundation has been its largest private donor.
  • The James M. Cox Foundation is named in honor of Cox Enterprises' founder and provides funding for capital campaigns and special projects in communities where the company operates.
  • James M. Cox was Ohio's first three-term governor and the 1920 Democratic nominee for president of the United States.

James M. Cox Foundation Awards $50,000 Grant to Spectrum Youth & Family Services

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Tuesday, September 17, 2019

BURLINGTON, Vt., Sept. 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Spectrum Youth & Family Services was awarded a $50,000 grant award by the James M. Cox Foundation of Cox Enterprises to renovate a space in its Pearl Street building that will result in two-stories and 1,500 square feet of space for youth services.

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  • BURLINGTON, Vt., Sept. 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Spectrum Youth & Family Services was awarded a $50,000 grant award by the James M. Cox Foundation of Cox Enterprises to renovate a space in its Pearl Street building that will result in two-stories and 1,500 square feet of space for youth services.
  • Dealer.com, a Cox Automotive company, has a long history of partnership with Spectrum Youth & Family Services and recommended the organization for the James M. Cox Foundation grant.
  • "Dealer.com is a proud supporter of Spectrum Youth & Family Services," said Wayne Pastore, general manager at Dealer.com.
  • Additional details on the James M. Cox Foundation, and how to apply for a James M. Cox Foundation grant, can be found at www.coxenterprises.com/corporate-responsibility/james-m-cox-foundation .