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 Coach's Spring 2026 collection, Stanley's collab with JENNIE, and Chrysler's new marketing campaign featuring Snoopy and the PEANUTS.

NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 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. Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams Announces Expansion into Franchising, Bringing Its Fellowship Model to More Communities
   With more than 90 scoop shops and a nationwide distribution in major retailers, the decision to franchise will allow the brand to intentionally continue its growth, planting roots in new communities across the country.
2. OpenTable Launches All-in-One Marketplace for Private and Group Dining
   In a first for reservation platforms, a growing selection of venues within the marketplace will offer instant booking, enabling diners to view real-time availability and secure their booking in seconds.
3. The New Era of Kitchen Design: MasterBrand Unveils 2026 Cabinetry Trends and 'Lush Forest' as Finish of the Year The term "modern" has evolved beyond its historical definition to encompass clean, minimal and current aesthetics layered with character and warmth. This evolution has broadened the appeal of modern styles, making them more accessible and adaptable to a wider range of homeowners.
4. BEE SAUCY! Jollibee Debuts Its Deliciously Bold KATSEYE Special: Korean BBQ Chicken Sandwich and Fried Chicken, in Collaboration with the Global Girl Group Sensation Marking Jollibee's sauciest collab yet, the new menu items center on a bold fusion of sweet and savory flavors with a spicy kick. This next-level sauce features a soy glaze and gochujang, offering a vibrant flavor that seamlessly complements Jollibee's signature chicken.
5. Coach Introduces Spring 2026 Collection at New York Fashion Week The collection pushes the house's sensibility into new territory by highlighting crisp, clean finishes, a purity of form, and a thoughtful reflection of the way today's generation are redefining personal style—on the streets of New York City and around the world.
6. SimpliSafe Signs Definitive Agreement to be Acquired by GTCR GTCR will support SimpliSafe as the Company continues to invest in innovative products and services designed to keep every home secure and to provide peace of mind to its customers. Together, SimpliSafe and GTCR will pursue a strategy focused on advanced security and expansion while providing the same exceptional service that its customers have come to expect.
7. Stanley 1913 Unites with Chart-Topping Phenomenon JENNIE to Launch Ultimate Luxe Hydration Collection The Stanley 1913 x JENNIE collection in Midnight Ruby combines JENNIE's personal aesthetic with the brand's renowned quality and performance. The collaboration celebrates self-expression, fashion, and individuality — values championed by Stanley 1913 and JENNIE and shared with fans around the world.
8. Popeyes® and Hot Ones™ Team Up for a Limited-Time Menu Packed with Fiery Levels of Flavor Inspired by the iconic sauces featured on the Hot Ones YouTube series, this limited-time menu offers fans a one-of-a-kind chance to earn major bragging rights with three crave-worthy creations with varying heat, plus The Last Dab, the hottest sauce in the Hot Ones universe.
9. Chrysler Takes Snoopy and the PEANUTS Gang for a Ride in New Pacifica Marketing Campaign The first three videos in the series, "The Next Adventure," "Perfect Pair" and "Ready, Set, Ride," celebrating family, football and the fall season, debut across the Chrysler brand's YouTube channel, in addition to its Instagram, Facebook and TikTok social media channels. Additional videos in the multi-installment campaign will debut throughout the fall.
10. Away Partners With WNBA All-Star Sabrina Ionescu To Usher In a New Era of Travel and Sport As part of the multi-year partnership, the two will debut a limited-edition collection in 2026 reimagining Away's iconic silhouettes through Ionescu's perspective, partner on community impact initiatives through her SI20 Foundation to support young athletes, and outfit her Liberty teammates with Away travel gear throughout the season.
11. Platinum Equity to Acquire Playpower "PlayPower is a market leader with a strong portfolio of trusted brands and an international manufacturing and distribution network," said Jacob Kotzubei, Platinum Equity Co-President. "We believe the company is well positioned to benefit from increased investment in outdoor spaces and recreational infrastructure, and we look forward to supporting its continued growth."
12. Jim Beam and the Cadillac Formula 1® Team Announce Global Partnership, Fueling a Vision To Reach New Audiences In 2026, the Cadillac Formula 1® Team will enter the FIA Formula 1 World Championship™ as the first new addition to the grid since 2016, with Jim Beam as its proud Official Spirits Partner. This partnership represents two American originals driving forward together on a mission to usher in a new era by welcoming even more people into Formula 1®.
13. Mars Offers Limited-Time Halloween Pack that Brings Family, Friends and Pets Together to Celebrate Spooky Season Each Mars Tails & Treating pack includes: five bags of Share Size Milk Chocolate M&M'S, five Full Size SNICKERS Chocolate candy bars, and five SKITTLES® Original Fruity Candy share size bags for humans, along with one pack of GREENIES™ Dental Treats for dogs, one pack of GREENIES™ Cat Dental Treats, three packs of PEDIGREE Drizzlers™ Savory Sauce for dogs, and one box of TEMPTATIONS Lickable Spoons treats for cats. 

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