ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 31, 2025--
DoMyOwn, the leading online destination for do-it-yourself professional-grade lawn care and pest control products—and part of the Central Garden & Pet Company portfolio (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA)—is excited to welcome television personality and DIY home improvement expert Richard Karn as its new Chief Solutions Officer.
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In this role, Karn brings his trusted, approachable expertise to homeowners across the country, helping them navigate lawn care with confidence and ease. With a mission to empower DIYers, Karn will lead a new series of educational and engaging videos teeming with expert advice—designed to turn every homeowner into the ‘Chief Solutions Officer’ of their own lawn.
DoMyOwn recently uncovered a major knowledge gap through third-party research:
That’s where Karn comes in—offering relatable, expert-driven support to help homeowners ditch the guesswork and get results.
“Taking care of your lawn shouldn’t feel like a mystery,” said Karn. “I’m thrilled to team up with DoMyOwn and help homeowners take control of their lawns. With the right products and guidance, anyone can grow and maintain a lawn they’re proud of.”
As Chief Solutions Officer, Karn will be a go-to guide throughout the lawn care season. Whether they are battling troublesome weeds, picking the right fertilizer, identifying turf pests or fighting off lawn diseases, DoMyOwn customers can access the same professional-grade products the experts use, along with a robust library of how-to videos, articles, and personalized support from a knowledgeable customer care team.
“Richard’s deep roots in home improvement and his friendly approach make him the ideal partner for DoMyOwn,” said Jill Pierce, Senior Director of Consumer Care for DoMyOwn. “He’ll help homeowners feel confident, capable and inspired to transform their outdoor spaces.”
DoMyOwn offers a comprehensive range of products and services for lawn and landscaping needs, providing solutions for weed control, fertilization, and pest management. Known for their exceptional customer service, the experts at DoMyOwn can offer guidance for managing pests like grubs, ants, and mosquitoes, ensuring your outdoor space remains beautiful and pest-free. With DoMyOwn, homeowners and professionals alike can access the tools and resources to maintain a thriving, resilient yard year-round.
For more information and to explore expert DIY lawn care resources, visit www.DoMyOwn.com. A full press kit is available here.
About DoMyOwn
Founded in 2004, DoMyOwn.com is a leader in do-it-yourself pest control, lawn and gardening, animal care, and equipment products and solutions. The Company prides itself on making happy and satisfied customers by providing the absolute best customer experience. DoMyOwn empowers homeowners and businesses to tackle their pest and lawn problems affordably, safely, and effectively through an innovative shopping experience, a comprehensive selection of professional-grade products, fast free shipping, and expert resources. For more information, visit www.domyown.com.
About Richard Karn
Richard Karn is well known to television audiences for his extraordinary 8 seasons performing as ‘Al’ opposite Tim Allen on Home Improvement. He reunited with Tim Allen as co-host for the History Channel competition series “More Power” and “Assembly Required.” Richard also recurred on the Hulu hit comedy “Pen15.” A diverse entertainer, Richard performed for 4 seasons as host of the iconic game show “Family Feud” and has worked extensively in theatre, film, and television. His many notable film and television performances include “Last Man Standing,” “Air Bud,” “Snow Buddies,” “Desperately Seeking Susan,” “House of Games,” “That ‘70s Show,” among others. Richard has performed on Broadway in “Me and My Girl” and starred in Larry Shue’s “The Foreigner.” Other New York theater credits includes “Losing It” and “The Other Shore.” Follow Richard on Instagram at @officialrichardkarn.
About Central Garden + Pet Company
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 45 years. With fiscal 2024 net sales of $3.2 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the pet and garden industries. The Company’s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Cadet®, C&S®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Four Paws®, Kaytee®, Nylabone® and Pennington®, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities, and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California, with 6,450 employees primarily across North America. Visit www.central.com to learn more.
Richard Karn as Chief Solutions Officer for DoMyOwn
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran wants to negotiate with Washington after his threat to strike the Islamic Republic over its bloody crackdown on protesters, a move coming as activists said Monday the death toll in the nationwide demonstrations rose to at least 544.
Iran had no immediate reaction to the news, which came after the foreign minister of Oman — long an interlocutor between Washington and Tehran — traveled to Iran this weekend. It also remains unclear just what Iran could promise, particularly as Trump has set strict demands over its nuclear program and its ballistic missile arsenal, which Tehran insists is crucial for its national defense.
Meanwhile Monday, Iran called for pro-government demonstrators to head to the streets in support of the theocracy, a show of force after days of protests directly challenging the rule of 86-year-old Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iranian state television aired chants from the crowd, who shouted “Death to America!” and “Death to Israel!”
Trump and his national security team have been weighing a range of potential responses against Iran including cyberattacks and direct strikes by the U.S. or Israel, according to two people familiar with internal White House discussions who were not authorized to comment publicly and spoke on condition of anonymity.
“The military is looking at it, and we’re looking at some very strong options,” Trump told reporters on Air Force One on Sunday night. Asked about Iran’s threats of retaliation, he said: “If they do that, we will hit them at levels that they’ve never been hit before.”
Trump said that his administration was in talks to set up a meeting with Tehran, but cautioned that he may have to act first as reports of the death toll in Iran mount and the government continues to arrest protesters.
“I think they’re tired of being beat up by the United States,” Trump said. “Iran wants to negotiate.”
He added: “The meeting is being set up, but we may have to act because of what’s happening before the meeting. But a meeting is being set up. Iran called, they want to negotiate.”
Iran through country's parliamentary speaker warned Sunday that the U.S. military and Israel would be “legitimate targets” if America uses force to protect demonstrators.
More than 10,600 people also have been detained over the two weeks of protests, said the U.S.-based Human Rights Activists News Agency, which has been accurate in previous unrest in recent years and gave the death toll. It relies on supporters in Iran crosschecking information. It said 496 of the dead were protesters and 48 were with security forces.
With the internet down in Iran and phone lines cut off, gauging the demonstrations from abroad has grown more difficult. The Associated Press has been unable to independently assess the toll. Iran’s government has not offered overall casualty figures.
Those abroad fear the information blackout is emboldening hard-liners within Iran’s security services to launch a bloody crackdown. Protesters flooded the streets in the country’s capital and its second-largest city on Saturday night into Sunday morning. Online videos purported to show more demonstrations Sunday night into Monday, with a Tehran official acknowledging them in state media.
In Tehran, a witness told the AP that the streets of the capital empty at the sunset call to prayers each night. By the Isha, or nighttime prayer, the streets are deserted.
Part of that stems from the fear of getting caught in the crackdown. Police sent the public a text message that warned: “Given the presence of terrorist groups and armed individuals in some gatherings last night and their plans to cause death, and the firm decision to not tolerate any appeasement and to deal decisively with the rioters, families are strongly advised to take care of their youth and teenagers.”
Another text, which claimed to come from the intelligence arm of the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, also directly warned people not to take part in demonstrations.
“Dear parents, in view of the enemy’s plan to increase the level of naked violence and the decision to kill people, ... refrain from being on the streets and gathering in places involved in violence, and inform your children about the consequences of cooperating with terrorist mercenaries, which is an example of treason against the country,” the text warned.
The witness spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity due to the ongoing crackdown.
The demonstrations began Dec. 28 over the collapse of the Iranian rial currency, which trades at over 1.4 million to $1, as the country’s economy is squeezed by international sanctions in part levied over its nuclear program. The protests intensified and grew into calls directly challenging Iran’s theocracy.
Nikhinson reported from aboard Air Force One.
In this frame grab from video obtained by the AP outside Iran, a masked demonstrator holds a picture of Iran's Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi during a protest in Tehran, Iran, Friday, January. 9, 2026. (UGC via AP)
In this frame grab from footage circulating on social media from Iran shows protesters taking to the streets despite an intensifying crackdown as the Islamic Republic remains cut off from the rest of the world in Tehran, Iran, Friday, Jan. 9, 2026.(UGC via AP)
In this frame grab from footage circulating on social media from Iran showed protesters once again taking to the streets of Tehran despite an intensifying crackdown as the Islamic Republic remains cut off from the rest of the world in Tehran, Iran, Saturday Jan. 10, 2026. (UGC via AP)
