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This Week in Consumer News: 12 Stories You Need to See

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Friday, February 10, 2023
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NEW YORK, Feb. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists covering the consumer and retail industries stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a roundup of stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

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  • This week, Sweethearts Candies, a product of Spangler Candy Company, is sending a "sweet-and-desist" open letter to all social media platforms sweetly requesting discontinuation of the use of the heart as a "like" button.
  • The cheeky message states that the like button has lost its meaning and that Sweethearts is going to reinstate the value of sharing "like" with the world.
  • Searching for a unique way to show your love this Valentine's Day?
  • Look no farther, as Donatos is bringing back its fan-favorite heart shaped pizzas in all of its traditional restaurants for a limited time from February 6-14.

Sweethearts sends 'sweet-and-desist' to Big Tech over 'like' button

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023
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BRYAN, Ohio, Feb. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This week, Sweethearts Candies, a product of Spangler Candy Company, is sending a "sweet-and-desist" open letter to all social media platforms sweetly requesting discontinuation of the use of the heart as a "like" button. The cheeky message states that the like button has lost its meaning and that Sweethearts is going to reinstate the value of sharing "like" with the world.

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  • The cheeky message states that the like button has lost its meaning and that Sweethearts is going to reinstate the value of sharing "like" with the world.
  • "The word 'like' used to really mean something before Big Tech companies got their hands on it.
  • Or in this case, their fingers," said Kirk Vashaw, CEO of Spangler Candy Company, Sweethearts' family-owned parent company.
  • The sweet-and-desist suggests a new button that better describes what people mean when they tap it, including a "heard" button, a "seen" button and a "cool story bro" button, among others.

Necco Chocolate Wafer Rolls are Back

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Tuesday, April 20, 2021
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b'BRYAN, Ohio, April 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Spangler Candy Company announced today the return of the iconic Necco Chocolate Wafer Roll, available online and in-store this spring.

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  • b'BRYAN, Ohio, April 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Spangler Candy Company announced today the return of the iconic Necco Chocolate Wafer Roll, available online and in-store this spring.
  • "We know this has been a long-awaited return, and we\'re ready to give chocolate candy lovers something they\'ve been missing.
  • After a two-year hiatus, Spangler was able to return the original Necco Wafers rolls to store shelves with the recipe remaining essentially unchanged.
  • Whether noticeable or not, the rolls will still revive the sweet feelings of nostalgia that come with unwrapping and savoring each delectable wafer.\n"We are confident that original and new fans alike will be delighted with the experience of the Necco Chocolate Wafer Roll," says Eschhofen.\nSince their inception, Necco Wafers have been enjoyed by fans of all ages.

Ferrero's Paul Chibe Named Chairman of National Confectioners Association

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Wednesday, March 10, 2021
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WASHINGTON, March 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The National Confectioners Association announced today that Paul Chibe, President and CEO of Ferrero North America, will assume the role of Chairman of the NCA Board of Trustees for a two-year term that begins immediately.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The National Confectioners Association announced today that Paul Chibe, President and CEO of Ferrero North America, will assume the role of Chairman of the NCA Board of Trustees for a two-year term that begins immediately.
  • Chibe most recently served as Vice Chairman and will take over for departing NCA Board Chairman Kirk Vashaw, Chairman and CEO of Spangler Candy Company.
  • Chibe has 30 years of experience within the confectionery and consumer products industries.
  • And six industry representatives will join the Board, including:
    About the National Confectioners Association:
    The National Confectioners Association is the trade organization that promotes the unique role of chocolate, candy, gum and mints in a happy, balanced lifestyle and the companies that make these special treats.

Sweethearts Candies Unveils New Sayings For Valentine's Day 2021 Inspired By Classic Love Songs

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Tuesday, January 26, 2021
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BRYAN, Ohio, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Spangler Candy Company, the beloved family-owned and operated confectionery manufacturer, announced today that Sweethearts Candies are returning for Valentine's Day 2021 with new sayings inspired by the most celebrated love songs from each generation alongside the familiar sayings like "BE MINE", "HUG ME" and "CUTIE PIE".

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  • BRYAN, Ohio, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Spangler Candy Company, the beloved family-owned and operated confectionery manufacturer, announced today that Sweethearts Candies are returning for Valentine's Day 2021 with new sayings inspired by the most celebrated love songs from each generation alongside the familiar sayings like "BE MINE", "HUG ME" and "CUTIE PIE".
  • With an aim to start the Valentine's Day season on a high note, 21 songs spanning the decades served as inspiration for the surprise mix of sayings featured on this year's iconic, heart-shaped candies.
  • "Opening or exchanging a box of Sweethearts uniquely encourages connection in a way that sparks feelings of cheer, happiness and nostalgia.
  • "It's been a beloved tradition in Sweethearts Candies history to bring new and exciting sayings to consumers each year.

Necco Wafers Return to Store Shelves to Delight Fans

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Thursday, May 28, 2020
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BRYAN, Ohio, May 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Just when we could all stand for some good old-fashioned fun, Spangler Candy Company has announced the return of Necco Wafers, The Original Candy Wafer, to store shelves.

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  • BRYAN, Ohio, May 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Just when we could all stand for some good old-fashioned fun, Spangler Candy Company has announced the return of Necco Wafers, The Original Candy Wafer, to store shelves.
  • "We are delighted to bring Necco Wafers back into production and to share in their sweet return with fans old and new."
  • True Necco Wafers connoisseurs may detect a richer cocoa flavor in the chocolate wafers due to a minor improvement made in the cooking process.
  • "We know fans have been waiting anxiously for the return of Necco Wafers and anticipate high demand.

Get a Taste of The Sweet Life with NCA's New Video Series, Streaming Now

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Tuesday, December 10, 2019
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"There's nothing quite like getting a behind-the-scenes tour from the people responsible for making the treats that we all know and love."

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  • "There's nothing quite like getting a behind-the-scenes tour from the people responsible for making the treats that we all know and love."
  • A trailer for the series and the first two episodes are available now on NCASweetLife.com .
  • The first episode features Spangler Candy Company maker of candy canes, Dum-Dums, circus peanuts, Necco Wafers, Sweethearts and other iconic treats.
  • Watch The Sweet Life at NCASweetLife.com and look for new episodes to be released throughout 2020.