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Arrow Exterminators, Atlanta, and the Atlanta Braves announced a long-term extension of their partnership that will continue through the 2036 season.

The renewed agreement comes as the Braves prepare to celebrate their 60th season in Atlanta and continues a partnership that has spanned the entire era of Truist Park and The Battery Atlanta. Arrow Exterminators said it serves as a proud partner and proud pest control provider of the Atlanta Braves and is the official pest control provider of The Battery Atlanta.

Through the partnership, Arrow maintains a strong presence at Truist Park with prominent signage placements that are visible to fans both in the stadium and watching Braves broadcasts.

Franklin Pest Solutions announced it sponsored two interns at the 2026 Purdue University Bug Bowl, which was held on April 18: Aster Barajas and returning participant Aiden Bemis.

Barajas, a senior from Hammond, Ind., is majoring in entomology with a minor in natural resources and environmental sciences.

Bemis, from Middlebury, Ind., will graduate this spring with a degree in accounting. He plans to pursue a master’s degree through Purdue University’s Daniels School of Business and later take the CPA exam.

This marks the fifth year Franklin Pest Solutions has sponsored interns for the event. Bug Bowl, part of Purdue’s College of Agriculture Spring Fest, features interactive activities including a live bug zoo, educational exhibits and a long-standing tradition of insect-themed competitions.

Elite Bird Management, St. Louis, was named Airport Bird Control Services Company of the Year by Transportation Review Magazine. The honor recognizes the company’s reputation among customers and industry peers, following nominations and an evaluation by an expert panel and the publication’s editorial board. The company operates nationwide and specializes in commercial bird and bat exclusion for high-risk environments, including airports, hangars, transportation hubs, warehouses and industrial facilities. Its approach focuses on long-term exclusion strategies, using engineered netting systems, structural modifications and site-specific solutions to prevent nesting and perching.

Bug Busters USA, Woodstock, Ga., announced the opening of its newest branch office in Carrollton, Ga. The company said this expansion strengthens its commitment to delivering superior pest management solutions and community-focused service throughout the region. The Carrollton branch will be led by branch manager Adam Keating, a nearly 10-year veteran of the Bug Busters team. Bug Busters said with a proven track record of exceeding customer expectations and deep knowledge of the company’s service standards, Keating is uniquely positioned to ensure local customers receive responsive, reliable pest control solutions.

On March 6, Green Lawn Fertilizing/Green Pest Solutions, West Chester, Pa., presented a $100,000 donation to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) during its annual company kickoff meeting. The donation was accepted in person by a CHOP representative and a family currently receiving care.

The $100,000 was raised via a customer matching initiative in which GLF pledged $25 for every customer who prepaid for 2026 services.

The morning also included the company’s annual tradition of raffling off a brand-new, all-expenses-paid F-150 truck to an employee. This year’s winner, Jhoan Navarro, earned eligibility by maintaining a safe driving score of 91 or higher.

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