Weekly Recap: 13 Consumer Press Releases You Need to See

A roundup of the most newsworthy consumer and retail announcements from PR Newswire this week, including Red Lobster's SpendLESS Shrimp, OtterBox's iPhone 17 cases, and DICK'S Sporting Goods' acquisition of Foot Locker.

NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help consumer/retail journalists and consumers stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a recap of some major stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story. Click on the press release headlines to access accompanying multimedia assets that are available for download.

1. Red Lobster's New Ultimate SpendLESS Shrimp Is Big On Flavor & Light On Your Wallet
   Introducing Ultimate SpendLESS Shrimp, a trio of shrimp dishes – Garlic Shrimp Scampi, Shrimp Linguini Alfredo and Popcorn Shrimp – for just $15.99. It may not be endless, but it's endlessly delicious and "spend-lessly" good for your budget.
2. DICK'S Sporting Goods Completes Acquisition of Foot Locker
   As a combined company, DICK'S will now operate more than 3,200 stores plus e-commerce and digital businesses across 20 countries in North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, plus a licensed store presence in Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
3. New York's Cassie Donegan Wins Miss America 2026 
   As Miss America, Cassie will serve as the official national brand ambassador for the Miss America Opportunity, traveling worldwide to champion arts education, promote scholarship and service, and empower individuals of all ages to embrace their creativity and achieve their full potential.
4. New Exploremores™ Girl Scout Sandwich Cookie Joins Nationwide Lineup for 2026 Season 
   Taking after the classic chocolate treat, the new rocky road ice cream–inspired cookie captures the limitless spirit of exploration that drives Girl Scouts. Girl Scouts across the United States will offer the Exploremores both online and in person at local booths, during the upcoming 2026 Girl Scout Cookie season alongside fan favorites like Thin Mints® and Samoas®/Caramel deLites®.
5. Nutrabolt Expands Strategic Partnership with Bloom Nutrition, Strengthening Portfolio and Broadening Market Reach 
   The expanded investment in Bloom amplifies the Nutrabolt portfolio, extending its reach into new categories and usage occasions, attracting a broader consumer base. Nutrabolt will continue to collaborate closely with the Bloom founders and management team, who will still drive the brand and lead its strategic vision.
6. QDOBA Inks 50-Restaurant Southwest Agreement, Marking One of Brand's Largest Franchise Deals 
   The announcement comes amid a period of rapid growth for QDOBA with nearly 20 new franchisees signed in the past 12 months. Recent signings include Pittsburgh, PA, Dallas-Fort Worth/Waco, TX, and several Ohio DMAs – all of which are now sold-out priority markets.
7. Sincerely Yours, A New Beauty Brand Rebuilding Trust for Parents While Empowering Personal Care Choices for The Next Generation, Launches at Sephora 
   The debut collection includes Kindly Clean Hydrating Cleanser, Hit Fresh Soothing Serum Mist, So Soft Lightweight Moisturizer, and Sunny Side Up Mineral Sunscreen—all Sephora Clean certified and free from harsh anti-aging ingredients. Clinically tested to be suitable for sensitive skin, each product is non-comedogenic, vegan, and cruelty-free.
8. Little Caesars Launches Cheesesteak Crazy Puffs for Just $3.99 
   The Cheesesteak Crazy Puffs are available Hot-N-Ready from 4–8 PM, while the Ultimate Cheesesteak Pizza is available online only. Both products launch September 8 nationally and are available for a limited time during the NFL season.
9. A New Era for Breastfeeding: Willow Unveils Willow Wave, the First Wearable Manual Breast Pump 
   Willow Wave incorporates the familiar comfort and fit of Willow's patented cup design, giving moms the freedom to pump on their terms, without compromise. The Willow Wave is designed to fit fully in-bra for discretion and mobility, supporting moms whenever and wherever they need to manually pump, with no need to remove clothing.
10. Mr. Owl's Fresh New Look 
    Tootsie Roll Industries is launching a refresh of its "How Many Licks" TV spot, featuring the beloved Mr. Owl and Tootsie Pops. The new creative, airing September 8 through Halloween, stays true to the iconic storyline and characters that made the original a household favorite, while modernizing the visuals to resonate with today's digital and design standards.
11. OtterBox Ready to Protect iPhone 17 and iPhone Air Devices with Full Portfolio of Cases 
    "For tech enthusiasts, fall is heralded in by the iPhone announcement, and we're proud that OtterBox has protected every iPhone ever made," said OtterBox CEO Trey Northrup. "This year's iPhone 17 lineup will not disappoint, with our all-new Sole Series and cutting-edge finishes that reinforce OtterBox as the leader in smartphone protection."
12. Lifeway Foods Announces Muscle Mates™: A Breakthrough Functional Beverage with Creatine, Protein and Probiotics Disrupting the Fitness Nutrition Category 
    Launch flavors include Mixed Berry, Strawberry Banana and Vanilla, each crafted to be smooth, satisfying and full of flavor. Every 8oz bottle is portable and protein packed, making it the perfect choice for fueling up before a workout, recovering afterward or supporting strength and gut health anytime.
13. Leaf Home Announces Acquisition of Erie Home, Uniting Two Leading Residential Services Providers 
    Together, Leaf and Erie will be positioned to provide the residential services experience customers have long desired, including simplified contractor selection, quick-access financing, skilled installers, and faster installation, all backed by consistent, high-quality service nationwide.

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