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SMITHS GROVE WILL BE THE SMALLEST CITY IN THE COUNTRY WITH A BUC-EE'S

SMITHS GROVE, Ky., May 15, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Buc-ee's, home of the world's cleanest bathrooms, freshest food and friendliest beaver, will break ground on its new travel center in Smiths Grove, Kentucky, on Monday, June 5, 2023. At 10:30 a.m. CST, Buc-ee's will celebrate the start of construction with a ceremony attended by local and state leaders who helped make the project possible. 

Buc-ee's Smiths Grove is the second Buc-ee's location in Kentucky. The first, Buc-ee's Richmond, opened in April of 2022.

Located at 4001 Smiths Grove-Scottsville Road, Buc-ee's Smiths Grove will occupy 53,471 square feet and offer 120 fueling positions. Buc-ee's favorites including Texas barbeque, homemade fudge, kolaches, Beaver Nuggets, jerky and fresh pastries will all be available. Visitors will find thousands of snack, meal and drink options, as well as the same award-winning restrooms, cheap gas, quality products and excellent service that have won the hearts, trust and business of millions in the South for 40 years.

Attendees of the Buc-ee's Smiths Grove groundbreaking ceremony will include Rocky Adkins, Senior Advisor to Governor Andy Beshear of Kentucky; Mayor David Stiffey of Smiths Grove; Smiths Grove City Commissioners Bob Buehl, Buddy Marr, Steve Roney, and Eric Schroader; Warren County Judge-Executive Doug Gorman; and former Warren County Judge-Executive Mike Buchanon.

Founded in Texas in 1982, Buc-ee's operates 45 stores across Texas and the South. Since beginning its multi-state expansion in 2019, Buc-ee's has opened travel centers in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, South Carolina, and Tennessee. Now, Buc-ee's is headed West with store groundbreakings in Colorado and Missouri.

"We are excited to be in Western Kentucky along a beautiful stretch of I-65 between Nashville and Louisville," said Stan Beard of Buc-ee's. "Smiths Grove will be the smallest town with a Buc-ee's. It has a big heart just like we do, so we'll get along just fine!" 

Throughout the project, the Buc-ee's development team will continue to work closely with local partners including the City of Smiths Grove, KYTC and Warren County. Buc-ee's Smiths Grove will bring at least 200 jobs to the area, with starting pay beginning well above minimum wage, full benefits, a 6% matching 401k, and three weeks of paid vacation.

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About Buc-ee's

Buc-ee's is the world's most-loved travel center. Founded in 1982, Buc-ee's now has 34 stores across Texas, including the world's largest convenience store, as well as 11 locations in other states. Buc-ee's is known for pristine bathrooms, a large amount of fueling positions, friendly service, Buc-ee's apparel and fresh, delicious food. Originally launched and still headquartered in Texas, Buc-ee's has combined traditional quality and modern efficiency to redefine the pit stop for their customers. For more information, visit www.buc-ees.com.

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Rachel Austin
Publicist
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Original Source: BUC-EE'S TO BREAK GROUND ON NEW TRAVEL CENTER IN SMITHS GROVE, KY ON JUNE 5

The Sostheim Group of Corcoran Reverie & Cobalt Builders Set to Break Ground on Model Home

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla., May 15, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Corcoran Reverie, a high-end real estate brokerage in Northwest Florida, is pleased to announce the marketing launch of the BelMar, a low-density gated community that will offer 22 single-family homes. Bel Mar means beautiful sea in Italian, and for Panama City Beach's east end, and is the epitome of modern, coastal design.

Northwest Florida residential luxury home builder Cobalt Builders wanted BelMar homes to exude the 30A style of light, white, bright interiors, flat smooth stucco exteriors, and expansive covered patios, making it desirable for those who wish to invest in a beach community with new construction and incredible returns.

"BelMar is about living a relaxed and active coastal lifestyle," says Carly Sosthiem of The Sostheim Group, "the impressive rental potential creates a compelling opportunity for investors." As the exclusive listing agents on the development, The Sostheim Group believes that this allows the savvy investor to double the value added to the investment by being able to enjoy the luxurious coastal lifestyle as a second home while bringing in income

Located off Joan Avenue, close to the Grand Lagoon, BelMar is a quick three-minute ride to the beach on a golf cart, where owners and their guests can enjoy yoga at sunrise and cocktails at sunset on the World's Most Beautiful Beaches. Signal Hill Golf Course is adjacent to the community, bringing the desirable active lifestyle to reality, and BelMar is convenient to area restaurants, entertainment venues like Ripley's Believe It Or Not, and fun for the whole family like putt-putt golf and go-cart riding. In addition, the newly constructed Publix Sports Park is nearby, which offers a state-of-the-art experience for traveling sports teams all over the world.

The onsite sales office will open Monday, May 15, 2023, where potential new homebuyers can discuss the available homesites and floor plans at BelMar with the New Home Sales Consultants. BelMar will start accepting contracts immediately, with construction set to begin in the next few weeks on the model home. For more information, please visit liveatBelMar.com.

About Corcoran Reverie

Corcoran Reverie, an affiliate of Corcoran Group LLC - a leading residential real estate brokerage firm headquartered in New York City - is a locally owned high-end brokerage specializing in the luxury home market in the greater Nashville area and across Northwest Florida from Destin to Panama City and the coastal communities along 30A. With a 190+ agent team led by broker and owner Hilary Farnum-Fasth and partner Jacob Watkins with offices in 30A, Destin, Panama City, and Nashville, Corcoran Reverie was ranked the #1 office in Northwest Florida based on closed office sales volume with over $750 million in its first year as a Corcoran affiliate and has continued to exceed $1B in closed sales volume each year since affiliating. For more information on Corcoran Reverie, visit corcoranreverie.com

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Corey Birger
Chief Operating Office
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850.454.6693


Original Source: New Luxury Community Launches on Panama City Beach's East End

Pizza Inn's New Specialty Pizza Features a Sweet-Heat Sauce and Three Kinds of Pepperoni on a Thin and Crispy Crust

DALLAS, May 15, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Pizza Inn, America's Hometown Pizza Buffet, today introduced The Pepp Rally Pizza at all U.S. locations, as well as those in Oman, Saudi Arabia, and New Zealand. Created with considerable consumer input, the new specialty pizza features a thin, crispy crust glazed with a sweet-heat sauce made of Mike's Hot Honey, Yellowbird Sriracha, and Pizza Inn's own signature pizza sauce, then topped with 100% whole milk mozzarella and three different cuts of pepperoni, including classic slices, cup-shaped pepperoni with edges that curl to receive a slight sear, and Pizza Inn's first-ever julienned pepperoni that bakes quickly to provide a flavorful crunch.

"The best just got better," states Pizza Inn's Chef, Patty Scheibmeir. "64% of pizza lovers prefer pepperoni pizza over any other, so we turned to the public to help us transform the ever-popular and ubiquitous pepperoni pizza into a high-quality, premium pizza with an improved flavor profile, a more interesting texture combination, and undeniable craveability. They helped us create this slightly sweet and mildly spicy pizza with a cracker-like crust, and pepperoni that provides three completely different textures."

The company conducted consumer taste panels with different variations of dough, sauce, and toppings, resulting in the new Pepp Rally specialty pizza. Seventy percent of the test sample declared that the honey-sriracha sauce provided just the right amount of savoriness, spiciness, and tang without being too hot or spicy. In fact, many of the research participants said they would be "very likely" to visit or order from Pizza Inn specifically for the new pizza, alone. 

"The launch of our Pepp Rally Pizza is part of the next wave in our brand renovation plan," said CEO of Pizza Inn's parent company, RAVE Restaurant Group, Brandon Solano. "We have updated our imagery, streamlined our operations, and launched the next era of growth for our company. By listening to our customers, we are now offering the precise product improvements they desire, not just those created in and recommended by test kitchens. I think it will be the best pepperoni pizza our customers have ever had and will further endear us to past and future fans of the Pizza Inn brand."

A large, thin crust Pepp Rally pizza, available for carryout or delivery, has launched with a promotional price of $12 at U.S. locations. The introductory price is valid through July 15, 2023. To promote the new pie, Pizza Inn has invited local schools, sports teams, and community groups to partner with them for festivals, sporting events, and pep rallies. Many of these events will feature new 20-foot inflatables of the brand's pizza-making mascot, JoJo.

Pepp Rally pizzas will be available through third party food delivery platforms, where available, including DoorDash, UberEats, and Grub Hub, with applicable additional fees. The new pepperoni toppings and honey-sriracha sauce are also now available to order on all of Pizza Inn's build-your-own pizzas.

For the restaurant nearest you, and more information in the entire menu, visit pizzainn.com. Franchising information can be found at pizza.com/franchise.

About RAVE Restaurant Group, Inc.
Dallas-based RAVE Restaurant Group [NASDAQ: RAVE] has inspired restaurant innovation and countless customer smiles with its trailblazing pizza concepts. The Company owns, franchises, licenses and supplies Pie Five and Pizza Inn restaurants operating domestically and internationally. The Pizza Inn experience is unlike your typical buffet. Since 1958, Pizza Inn's house-shredded 100% whole milk mozzarella cheese, fresh ingredients and house-made signature sauce combined with friendly service solidified the brand to become America's favorite hometown pizza place. This, in addition to its small-town vibe, are the hallmarks of Pizza Inn restaurants. In 2011, RAVE introduced Pie Five Pizza, pioneering a fast-casual pizza brand that transformed the classic pizzeria into a concept offering personalization, sophisticated ingredients and speed. Pie Five's craft pizzas are baked fresh daily and feature house-made ingredients, creative recipes and craveable crust creations. For more information, visit www.raverg.com, and follow on Instagram @pizzainn and @piefivepizza.

About Pizza Inn
Since 1958, Pizza Inn's popular pizza buffet and friendly service have solidified the brand as America's hometown pizza place. Unlike your typical buffet, Pizza Inn built a reputation for using house-shredded 100% whole milk mozzarella cheese, fresh ingredients and house-made signature sauce. This, combined with its small-town vibe, are the hallmarks of its restaurants that feature signature pan pizzas, chocolate chip 'pizzerts,' pasta dishes, salads and innovative creations that reflect today's customer cravings. The brand continues to thrive with new menu innovations, including its popular NYXL pizza. Follow Pizza Inn on Instagram @pizzainn and to learn more about franchising opportunities visit www.pizzainn.com/franchise.

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Cozette Phifer
Public Relations
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6024693199


Original Source: New Pepp Rally Pizza Offers Enhanced Taste, Texture, and Overall Appeal of Conventional Pepperoni Pizza

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Melbourne-based tour operator Inspiring Vacations has retained and attracted new employees by offering flexible working arrangements, including the ability to work from anywhere in the world for four weeks a year.

MELBOURNE, Australia, May 12, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Leading Australian-owned tour operator, Inspiring Vacations, which offers exceptional, value-for-money travel experiences for customers across the globe, including tours to Alaska and tours to Scandinavia, has managed to attract and retain talent despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. 

The company, which won the retail and hospitality category of this year's AFR BOSS Best Places to Work List, now employs more people than it did prior to the pandemic and has seen customer enquiries return to 2019 levels. Employee engagement also stands at 83%.

Co-founder and managing director Paul Ryan credits the success to the company's progressive workplace policies. The recruitment process selects candidates with the right mindset and attitude, while a structured induction program helps them settle in quickly. Flexible working arrangements and free overseas trips for staff have proven to be the company's two biggest drawcards.

Three employees were making use of the company's work-from-anywhere policy when Ryan was interviewed by AFR BOSS in March. One was in Buenos Aires, another was in Japan and the third was in Europe. The policy grew out of a pre-existing employee benefit that allowed staff to go on one of the company's package holidays for free once a year. Almost 100 staff have taken up the offer over the past six months.

The company has also introduced other policies in response to the demand for more flexible working triggered by the pandemic, including a 40% quota for office attendance - the equivalent of two days a week for full-time employees. Ryan says the company arrived at that figure after conducting a confidential staff survey and gathering feedback from focus groups. He says two days in the office gives staff plenty of flexibility while also providing enough time for in-person collaboration and the ability to sustain a strong company culture.

Proudly Australian-owned and globally operated, Inspiring Vacations offers a diverse range of travel packages to all seven continents including fully guided tours of Alaska, tours Scandinavia-wide, luxury cruises and more. 

With the aim of making each trip unique and memorable, the tour operator is proud to offer the best in travel options worldwide from Alaska tours to Scandinavia tours and everywhere in between. To learn more, visit https://www.inspiringvacations.com/au

About Inspiring Vacations

Inspiring Vacations is an Australian-owned, globally operated tour operator offering exceptional travel experiences to customers worldwide. With a range of carefully crafted tour packages, the company takes pride in creating unique and unforgettable trips to the world's most iconic destinations.

Contact Information:
Inspiring Vacations
Marketing Manager
[email protected]
1300 88 66 88


Original Source: Inspiring Vacations Wins Retail and Hospitality Category of This Year's AFR BOSS Best Places to Work List

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Golf Carts of ATX is Ushering in a New Era of Transportation With Versatility, Innovation, and Unmatched Quality

AUSTIN, Texas, May 11, 2023 (Newswire.com) - It is no secret that the interest in electric golf carts has been on the rise for quite some time. From the beach cities of California and Florida to the streets of Texas, Americans are captivated by this new and economical mode of transportation; however, not all electric golf carts are created equal. When investing in a golf cart, one needs to consider the quality, the top-speed capabilities, the safety features, and the accessories required for safe road-travel. Golf Carts of ATX has burst onto the scene to ensure that Texans have access to fully loaded, top-of-the-line electric golf carts at affordable prices. 

Fully loaded and equipped with mirrors, turn signals, horns, lights and seatbelts, Golf Carts of ATX offers a wide variety of Navitas Storm and Phoenix golf carts in its exclusive inventory, perfect for any occasion. As the only provider of golf carts with an on-the-fly speed controller, Golf Carts of ATX is raising the industry standard with passion, precision, and purpose. This exclusive on-the-fly speed controller empowers drivers to adjust their top speed, regenerative braking, and acceleration while on the go for an added level of security and safety for the whole family. 

"Golf carts and other LSV (low-speed vehicles) are on the rise, fueled by the advances in lithium battery technology. Our carts go up to 35mph, making them the fastest electric golf cart on the market, allowing you to keep up with traffic. In Texas, once your golf cart is registered as an LSV, any licensed driver can take it on any road at 35mph or less to ensure optimal freedom without compromising safety," says Mike Majeski, owner.

Through proof of concept, dedication to innovation, and unwavering commitment to quality, Golf Carts of ATX's purpose-driven vision has come to fruition. 

To learn more about Golf Carts of ATX, please visit https://www.golfcartsofatx.com/.

Golf Carts of ATX is the ultimate destination for finding street-ready electric golf carts throughout the Greater Austin area. Founded in 2021, Golf Carts of ATX is revolutionizing the modern golf cart experience with innovation, creativity, and unparalleled craftsmanship. Showcasing top-of-the-line Navitas Storm and Phoenix golf carts, Golf Carts of ATX has changed the face of the market with the only on-the-fly speed controller to allow users the freedom to adjust their top speed, regenerative braking, and acceleration.

Contact Information:
Michael Majeski
[email protected]
512-881-9133


Original Source: Meet Golf Carts of ATX — Austin's Premier Provider of Fully Loaded, Street-Ready Electric Golf Carts

sojo, the vacation rental industry's first automated amenity platform, is excited to announce its newest partnership with Clean the World, a leader in water, sanitation, hygiene, and sustainability.

IRVING, Texas, May 11, 2023 (Newswire.com) - sojo, the vacation rental industry's first automated amenity platform, is excited to announce its newest partnership with Clean the World, a leader in water, sanitation, hygiene, and sustainability. Together, they are fulfilling a common mission to lead the vacation rental industry by recycling bathroom amenities and reducing the amount of waste ending up in landfills.

"We are thrilled about our partnership with sojo, as their innovative approach to supplying its partners with a turnkey recycling solution is not only the first of its kind in the vacation rental industry, but it is also bound to change the way business is conducted in the future," said Founder and CEO of Clean the World, Shawn Seipler.

sojo's program partners are now able to send used soap bars and plastic bottle amenities to one of Clean the World's multiple facilities in the US, where they are carefully recycled. Soap bars are sanitized, tested, and turned into new bars of soap, while the collected plastic is separated by type, and turned into plastic flakes that are used to create new products, and the remaining liquid in the plastic bottles is sanitized, and used in detergents, floor cleaners, and fabric softeners.

By participating in Clean the World's hospitality recycling program, the hotel and travel industry has helped Clean the World distribute more than 75 million bars of soap to children and families in need around the world. In addition, hospitality partners worldwide have diverted 24 million pounds of waste from landfills by sending their soap and plastic bottle amenities to Clean the World.

"Not only do we want to provide relief to our clients through amenity automation, but to also encourage eco-friendly ways to do so," said Founder and CEO of sojo, Max Farley. "We are committed to participating in eco-conscious habits and are very excited to be launching our partnership with Clean the World to make that a reality."

Offering amenities on autopilot, sojo was founded to remove the headache of ordering, storing, and coordinating supplies by automating turnover operations. sojo provides property managers with the ability to connect reservation calendars to its system to automate the delivery of everything from bathroom, laundry, and kitchen amenities to pantry stock, maintenance items, and even guest gifts.

Property managers can choose from a catalog of quality, eco-friendly products designed with guests in mind, with the option to customize and private-label product packaging for a one-of-a-kind guest experience. Supply kits can be shipped to a main office or delivered in sync with turnover days to each individual property.

About sojo

sojo is the vacation rental industry's first automated amenity platform, offering curated supply kits to improve the guest experience and turnover operations. Never worry about coordinating supplies on turnover days again. Simply connect your reservation calendar to automate the delivery of everything from bathroom, laundry, kitchen, pantry stock, maintenance items, and even guest gifts. For more information, visit getsojo.com.

About Clean the World

Clean the World is a social enterprise dedicated to the mission of saving millions of lives around the world while simultaneously diverting hotel and vacation rental waste. Recycling Soap. Saving Lives. For more information, visit cleantheworld.org.

Contact Information:
Joy Ritter
Director of Marketing
[email protected]
972-587-6430


Original Source: sojo Partners With Clean the World to Recycle Vacation Rental Guest Amenities

Revolutionary Dispensary in DeLand Area Sets New Standards with Amsterdam Coffee-Shop/Speakeasy Ambiance and Philanthropic Mission.

DELAND, Fla., May 10, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Chronic Guru, a groundbreaking new cannabis dispensary and lounge, is set to open its doors in the heart of historic downtown DeLand, Florida. Founded by renowned cannabis cultivator and educator, Patrick O'Brien, in collaboration with real estate mogul and European swimming champion Erdem Sezer, this chic and welcoming Amsterdam Coffee-shop/speakeasy-inspired haven is the answer to the demands of the 60,000+ students who have passed through O'Brien's Sativa University.

Chronic Guru aims to create a comfortable and judgment-free space for cannabis enthusiasts to learn, network, and discover high-quality products tailored to their needs, while fostering a sense of community. The company's commitment to accessibility and value is evident in its dedication to providing relief to the masses at affordable price points.

In a bold move that sets Chronic Guru apart from its competitors, the company has chosen to donate a portion of its proceeds to Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, a nonprofit organization that distributed enough food for 81 million meals to its feeding partners in seven Central Florida counties last year.

The grand opening of Chronic Guru will take place on Saturday, May 13, at 12 p.m. (Noon) at 146 N Woodland Blvd, DeLand, FL 32720. The first 100 clients will receive 3.5 grams of free flower, while all attendees will be treated to complimentary pre-rolls and swag. No medical marijuana card is required for purchase.

Don't miss this opportunity to be among the first to experience the game-changing dispensary in the DeLand area that's putting the "culture" back in cannabis. Chronic Guru is not just a dispensary, it's a movement built for the people, by the people.

For more information on Chronic Guru and its mission, please visit www.ChronicGuru.com.

Contact Information:
Allyson OBrien
[email protected]
(407) 984-5335
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Original Source: Discover the Ultimate Cannabis Experience at Chronic Guru: DeLand's Newest Dispensary & Lounge, Opening in Historic Downtown

As travel returns following the pandemic, Inspiring Vacations is responding to the changing travel habits of Australians with tours to two of the world's most fascinating destinations.

MELBOURNE, Australia, May 10, 2023 (Newswire.com) - The Australian tourism industry is experiencing a shift in travel habits with a preference for domestic destinations and sustainable tourism. Inspiring Vacations, a leading travel company, has responded by offering new tours of Egypt and tours to Cape York, two of the world's most fascinating destinations.

Inspiring Vacations' tours to Egypt offer an unforgettable experience of the country's rich history and culture. The tours cover popular destinations like Cairo, Luxor and Aswan and include visits to iconic landmarks such as the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. These Egypt tours also provide an opportunity to discover the ancient temples of Karnak, the Valley of the Kings and the temples of Abu Simbel, among other attractions.

As more travellers seek to minimise their impact on the environment and support local communities, Inspiring Vacations has implemented sustainable practices such as using eco-friendly accommodations, reducing plastic waste and promoting responsible tourism activities. By making conscious travel choices, Inspiring Vacations says travellers can contribute to the preservation of Egypt's cultural and natural heritage while also supporting the local economy.       

The company also offers tours to Cape York, providing travellers with the opportunity to explore one of Australia's most remote and unspoiled wilderness areas. These tours take visitors to the northernmost point of the Australian mainland, where they can discover rugged landscapes, ancient Indigenous cultures and unique flora and fauna. The tours of Cape York include visits to the region's most iconic locations, such as the Jardine River National Park, the Great Barrier Reef and the Torres Strait Islands.

Inspiring Vacations recognises that travellers are looking for experiences that are closer to home and provide an opportunity to explore their own country, and caters to this demand while providing a safe and unforgettable experience. 

With the rise of domestic tourism, small businesses are becoming increasingly important to the tourism industry. Inspiring Vacations is committed to supporting local businesses in Cape York, ensuring that travellers have an authentic and sustainable experience.

To learn more about tours on offer from Inspiring Vacations, visit https://www.inspiringvacations.com/au 

About Inspiring Vacations

Inspiring Vacations is an Australian-owned, globally operated tour operator offering exceptional travel experiences to customers worldwide. With a range of carefully crafted tour packages, the company takes pride in creating unique and unforgettable trips to the world's most iconic destinations.

Contact Information:
Inspiring Vacations
Marketing Manager
[email protected]
1300 88 66 88


Original Source: Inspiring Vacations Responds to the Changing Habits of Australian Travellers