Shares of Best Buy Co Inc (NYSE:BBY), lost -0.34% to $30.92.
The Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) and Best Buy are teaming up to educate consumers purchasing drones this holiday season. As part of a recently formed relationship with AMA, Best Buy locations will display brochures with AMA safety guidelines on store shelves and also feature regulation and safety information on the store receipts of drone purchases. In addition, Best Buy is offering one-year AMA memberships for purchase.
“Safety has always been our number one priority. By teaming up with Best Buy, we hope to assist even more new drone operators learn how to fly responsibly,” said Dave Mathewson, executive director of AMA, the largest community-based organization for recreational model aviation enthusiasts. “We have long said that education is the best way to promote safety and that’s why we’re excited to enter into this relationship with one of the nation’s leading retailers.
The safety brochures are presently available in more than 1,000 Best Buy stores across the U.S. The “Fly Responsibly” message is appearing on all receipts for drone purchases in stores, and online on pages where drones are sold. In addition, Best Buy employees who sell drones are required to complete an online training course, in part focusing on safe and responsible use of the technology. The safety brochure distributed by Best Buy is available here.
Shares of Wendys Co (NASDAQ:WEN), inclined 1.60% to $10.78, during its last trading session.
It’s been a big year for sports and now it’s time to recognize those exceptional high school seniors who are competing for the 2015 Wendy’s® High School Heisman®. Wendy’s is excited to recognize 10 outstanding student-athletes who were recently named National Finalists for the 22nd annual Wendy’s High School Heisman. These 10 National Finalists represent the Wendy’s Heisman ideals; they exhibit academic excellence, a strong commitment to their communities and athletic talent.
“From cross country to football to track and field, this year’s class of National Finalists are not only scoring on the field, but also through giving back to their communities and excelling in the classroom,” said Archie Griffin, two-time collegiate Heisman Memorial Trophy® winner. “For more than 20 years, it’s been my privilege to join Wendy’s and honor incredible high school seniors not only for their achievements, but also for their exceptional character, drive and commitment to positively impact those around them.”
Since 1994, Wendy´s High School Heisman has honored the successes of exceptional high school seniors throughout the nation. Wendy’s founder, Dave Thomas, believed Wendy’s should have a higher purpose to assist high school students pursue their passions by providing a platform for continued growth and success. Wendy’s continues to honor his legacy by not only recognizing students’ athletic accomplishments, but also celebrating the value of being well-rounded by judging his or her academic achievements and community leadership.
Finally, Shares of Fifth Third Bancorp (NASDAQ:FITB), ended its last trade with -1.28% loss, and closed at $20.79.
Fifth Third Bancorp, is planned to report fourth quarter 2015 financial results on January 21, 2016. The declaration will be available at www.53.com at about 6:30 AM ET. The Company will host a conference call at 9:00 AM ET to discuss results.