News out ------  -------- INC. T.--- has a LOI( letter of intent) to purchase all the issued and outstanding shares of ---- ---- NYSE.--

The letter of intent announced today is subject to the parties reaching definitive agreements.  The parties are committed to working together to implement a smooth transition with minimal disruption for customers, consumers and system associates.  Financial terms were not disclosed.

The transaction is expected to close by October 31, of 2018.