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Capitol Sausage and Provisions Advances Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance with Automated Solution from ReposiTrak

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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The advancement furthers its mission to provide fresh, healthful and safe products and excellence in service to its customers.

Key Points: 
  • The advancement furthers its mission to provide fresh, healthful and safe products and excellence in service to its customers.
  • “For more than 60 years, we have been focused on safety in the food supply chain through an established set of operating and handling procedures and product selection criteria,” said Lisa Driscoll of the quality assurance team at Capitol Sausage and Provisions.
  • “Documentation is such an important part of the food safety process.
  • The ReposiTrak Compliance Management solution combines the use of advanced Optical Character Recognition and Artificial Intelligence technologies to automate the collection and management of supplier compliance documents and certifications.

Seattle Scientologists Help Local Nonprofits Brighten the Holidays with a Toy and Clothing Drive for Those in Need

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Tuesday, December 26, 2023
Sacredness, Philosophy, Food, HUD, Homelessness, Housing, Holiday, Volunteering, Dog, Timeline of Scientology, Weather, Clothing, Growth, Coffee, Grocery store

SEATTLE, Dec. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holiday decorations, cookies, hot chocolate, and Christmas music were a perfect backdrop for the annual clothing and toy drive at the Church of Scientology headquarters in Seattle. The community pulled together to help neighbors in need, donating more than 700 warm clothing items and toys to help support local nonprofits that serve Seattle's homeless.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Dec. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holiday decorations, cookies, hot chocolate, and Christmas music were a perfect backdrop for the annual clothing and toy drive at the Church of Scientology headquarters in Seattle.
  • The community pulled together to help neighbors in need, donating more than 700 warm clothing items and toys to help support local nonprofits that serve Seattle's homeless.
  • For decades, Volunteer Ministers from the Church of Scientology in Seattle have helped address the needs of families experiencing food insecurity and homelessness by volunteering with local nonprofits and supporting them with food and clothing drives.
  • The Church works extensively with other religions, nonprofits and officials on programs to uplift and benefit Seattle.

Radians donates funds, jackets, and gloves to support the St. Patrick Food Pantry

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Dream, Multimedia, PPE, Food, Safety, Grocery store

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Radians®, a leading Memphis-based manufacturer of safety products, supports St. Patrick's commitment to the homeless in Memphis.

Key Points: 
  • To show its support, Radians recently donated cash, jackets, and gloves, to help Memphians who are facing challenging circumstances this holiday season.
  • "We recognize the connection between workplace safety and the well-being of the broader community," said Radians CEO, Mike Tutor.
  • "Plus, the generous funds provided by Radians allowed us to feed hundreds of homeless people with a traditional holiday meal.
  • If you want to uplift others this holiday season, consider reaching out to the St. Patrick Community Outreach Center and Food Pantry.

Meijer Now Offering SNAP Participants a Discount on Milk Purchases

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to increase access to healthy food and beverages, Midwest retailer Meijer is now offering SNAP participants special discounts on select milk products.

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  • GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to increase access to healthy food and beverages, Midwest retailer Meijer is now offering SNAP participants special discounts on select milk products.
  • The milk discounts apply for purchases made online and in-store at all Meijer supercenters, neighborhood markets and Express locations, and will remain in effect until March 30, 2024.
  • In addition to the new 20 percent off milk discounts for SNAP participants, Meijer is also continuing to offer a 10 percent discount on SNAP purchases of qualifying produce thanks to a waiver granted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture last year, and free Home Delivery for SNAP customers.
  • Through Add Milk, which provides a 20 percent discount on skim and 1 percent milk purchased with SNAP dollars, Meijer will expand its support of SNAP families in stretching their food dollars."

DAVIDsTEA Expands Wholesale Channel into U.S.

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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MONTREAL, Nov. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DAVIDsTEA Inc. (TSX-Venture: DTEA) (“DAVIDsTEA” or the “Company”), a leading tea merchant in North America, announced today its initial expansion into the U.S. wholesale market.

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  • MONTREAL, Nov. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DAVIDsTEA Inc. (TSX-Venture: DTEA) (“DAVIDsTEA” or the “Company”), a leading tea merchant in North America, announced today its initial expansion into the U.S. wholesale market.
  • DAVIDsTEA recently launched four flavours of premium tea sachets at 150 Stop & Shop supermarket stores of the 400-plus locations in the northeastern U.S.
  • They rank among DAVIDsTEA’s strongest flavours for the wholesale market as well as in other channels.
  • “We believe in the potential of expanding our offering wherever our customers are,” explained Sarah Segal, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Brand Officer, DAVIDsTEA.

North Texas Food Bank Teams Up with Tom Thumb / Albertsons and The University of North Texas at Dallas for Thanksgiving Food Distribution

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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Dallas, TX, Nov. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB), along with The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) and Tom Thumb / Albertsons , will provide nourishing food to community members in need through a public event on Monday, November 20, 2023.

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  • Dallas, TX, Nov. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB), along with The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) and Tom Thumb / Albertsons , will provide nourishing food to community members in need through a public event on Monday, November 20, 2023.
  • “Tom Thumb / Albertsons and UNT Dallas are once again joining forces with the North Texas Food Bank to provide holiday food and hope for our neighbors in southern Dallas,” said Trisha Cunningham, President and CEO of the North Texas Food Bank.
  • “Our partners in this food distribution are deeply committed to addressing the issue of food insecurity in North Texas.
  • Neighbors can also contact the North Texas Food Bank to learn more about Senior Programs and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

Else Nutrition Reports Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results and Provides Fourth Quarter Outlook

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Nov. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ELSE NUTRITION HOLDINGS INC (BABY) (BABYF) (0YL.F) ("Else" or the "Company") the Plant-Based baby, toddler, and children nutrition company, today reported its third quarter 2023 financial results for the period ending September 30, 2023. The financial statements and MD&A are available on SEDAR under the Company’s profile.

Key Points: 
  • Revenue outlook in the range of $2.7 million to $3.0 million for the fourth quarter of 2023, representing growth of 58-75% compared to the third quarter of 2023.
  • Sales to brick-and-mortar retailers in the US and Canada during the third quarter increased by 8%, compared to the third quarter of 2022.
  • Cash position as of September 30, 2023, was $4.2 million CAD, including restricted cash and short-term bank deposits.
  • The Company will host a conference call to discuss the quarter's financial results today at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time.

On National Pickle Day, CAULIPOWER Disrupts a Major Category Once Again With the First-Ever Dill Flavored All Natural Chicken Bites

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Tops Pizza, Health, Classic, Biting, FIRST, Walmart, Taste, Target, Grocery store, Fast food

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CAULIPOWER, the maker of the #1 cauliflower crust and #1 gluten-free pizza crust in the US, first disrupted the $3.4BN breaded chicken category in 2019 with their game-changing chicken tenders and again in 2022 with a first-of-its-kind chicken nugget. Today, the brand announces the arrival of another new product to their growing portfolio – All Natural Chicken Bites - available in two varieties: Dill Flavored and Classic. CAULIPOWER‘s new bites are made with all-natural chicken raised with no antibiotics ever and a crispy veggie-packed coating, making them gluten free and the FIRST cauliflower coated chicken bites on the market!

Key Points: 
  • Today, the brand announces the arrival of another new product to their growing portfolio – All Natural Chicken Bites - available in two varieties: Dill Flavored and Classic.
  • CAULIPOWER‘s new bites are made with all-natural chicken raised with no antibiotics ever and a crispy veggie-packed coating, making them gluten free and the FIRST cauliflower coated chicken bites on the market!
  • “CAULIPOWER’s all natural chicken bites are a game changer.
  • CAULIPOWER’s All Natural Chicken Bites can now be found nationwide at Walmart and in select Target stores, and will be available in thousands of additional stores over the coming months.

Families Renewed Marks 10 Years of Providing Prevention and Relief to Families in Crisis

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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The organization began as the American Family Crisis Ministry, but, after a few years, Norton realized that the best way to deal with a crisis is through prevention.

Key Points: 
  • The organization began as the American Family Crisis Ministry, but, after a few years, Norton realized that the best way to deal with a crisis is through prevention.
  • This led to the organization pivoting from crisis intervention to crisis prevention, adopting its current name in 2018.
  • Since its overhaul, Families Renewed has focused on families and children encountering problems in three areas – homelessness, suicidal ideation/self-harm, and child abuse.
  • Families Renewed is part of a coalition of 50 different organizations in York Country dedicated to addressing homelessness.

Squatty Potty Re-Launches In Walmart Stores Nationwide

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Squatty Potty, the toilet stool that positions people how nature intended, reducing their strain while eliminating, announced that select Squatty Potty toilet stools have launched in Walmart stores nationwide.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Squatty Potty, the toilet stool that positions people how nature intended, reducing their strain while eliminating, announced that select Squatty Potty toilet stools have launched in Walmart stores nationwide.
  • Squatty Potty is a 100% owned brand of Aterian, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATER).
  • “Our partnership with Walmart represents a significant step forward in our previously announced omnichannel expansion of the Squatty Potty brand.
  • “We know people love their Squatty Potty and we added products to Walmart with the everyday consumer in mind, including a folding Squatty Potty for easy bathroom storage and a portable travel Squatty Potty for taking with you on the go.”