Year: 2022

In support of National Pet Day, Funko, Incorporated (“Funko,” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: FNKO), a leading pop culture lifestyle brand, announced a partnership with the ASPCA (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) as part of its philanthropic initiative, Pops! With Purpose. The partnership brings fan-favorite movie pets to Pop! form to raise vital funds for the ASPCA, the longest-standing animal welfare organization in North America.

Everyone hop to their feet, The Schleich Hippity Hops world premiere music video is here, just in time for spring and Easter! With inspiration from contest winner, Darby, age 13 in Bexley, Ohio, the Hippity Hops are ready for you to rock out with them on their first hit single, Stories Still Unwritten. Check out the video here!

Through the generosity of the USS Harry S. Truman Foundation, the non-profit Operation Shower hosted a group baby shower for 40 local military moms-to-be at the Renaissance Portsmouth Norfolk Waterfront. All of the expectant moms were the spouses or partners of deployed members of the USS Harry S. Truman. WTKR reporter Angela Bohon, whose husband recently retired from the U.S. Navy, served as the event’s guest host.

Mrs Wordsmith, leader in hilariously illustrated literacy products for educators and kids, has launched a handout for families entitled How to Talk to Kids about War, in light of current events in Ukraine. This resource guide was designed to help kids navigate this difficult subject with tips from experts, followed by illustrated social-emotional vocabulary around compassion, empathy, resilience, and solidarity.