Mr. Mike Bandrowski reports

BIG RIDGE ANNOUNCES AWARD OF STOCK OPTIONS

Big Ridge Gold Corp. has awarded share-based compensation to officers and non-executive directors, with all awards effective July 1, 2026.

Big Ridge awarded a total of 4.3 million options to its officers under the terms of the company's amended and restated option plan. These options are exercisable at a price of 45 cents per share, expire on July 1, 2031, and vested immediately upon grant.

About Big Ridge Gold Corp.

Big Ridge Gold is an exploration and development company managed by a disciplined and experienced team of officers and directors.

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